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1975-04-21 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING April 21, 1975 All members of the City Council were present: Mayor George G. Grimmer Mayor Pro Tem W. R. Linn Councilmen: John Dodd Bill McClung Ken Quevreaux Bill Binford Members of the City Administration present were: City Manager Paul M. West City Attorney Doug McCallon City Secretary J. W. Wade Director of Staff Services Glenn Moore Secretary Ruth Ann Parish Mayor Grimmer called the City Council meeting of April 21, 1975 to order at 7:30 P.M.. AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. - INVOCATION.. J. W. Wade gave the invocation. EMERGENCY ITEM DECLARED. After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman Quevreaux, all voting "aye", declared an emergency and placed the following item on the agenda for consideration: -Agenda Item No. 9, a. -Consider Request for Civic and Philanthropic Use. Requested by the Farmers Branch-Carrollton Girls Softball League. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2. -APPROVAL OF MINUTES - April 7, 1975. After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", approved the minutes of the City Council meeting of April 7, 1975 as submitted. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3. - PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO WINNERS OF CITY EMPLOYEES SUPER STARS CONTEST. Mayor Grimmer stated that last week the city staff was invited to participate in the first annual Super Star competition held' at the Farmers Branch Rec- reation Center. 30 persons participated and was consider a great success. Events included: softball hitting, obstacle course, basketball free throws and timed quantity shooting, frisby throw for accuracy, horseshoe throwing and medicine ball distance throwing. Vol. 24, Page 1. Mayor Grimmer presented a trophy to first place winner in the Womens Division to Dee Hunter of the Legal Department. He announced that Cindy Matthews of Staff Services Department came in second, and Becky Vrana of the Library Department came in third. Mayor Grimmer presented a trophy to first place winner in the Mens Division to John Marginot of the Engineering Division. He announced that Bryan Eubank of the Fire Department came in second, and Steve Webb of the Water Department came in third. AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. - CONSIDER APPROVING CREEK RIDGE PARK THEME AND CONCEPT. City Manager Paul West stated that Creek Ridge Park property was purchased in 1970 and is located at Webb Chapel Road and Farmers Branch Creek. It is a little over 3 acres in size. Mr. West stated that a landscape firm had been retained to look at this property and come up with a recommendation for a concept. The concept recommended by the landscaping firm envisions a Japanese type of development. Renditions of the Japanese Garden type concept were displayed. The Parks and Recreation Board recommends that this concept be approved. City Manager Paul West stated that the work would be done by city forces and would take 4 or 5 years to complete the plans for the park. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye", approved the Japanese Garden concept for Creek Ridge Park as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. MAYOR GRIMMER. RECOGNIZED GIRL SCOUT TROUP NO. 334. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. -CONSIDER APPROVING CONCEPT OF ATHLETIC COMPLEX IN THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH. City Manager Paul West stated that a development concept plan is being presented for consideration for the Field and Culpepper properties for recreational areas. He stated that the proposed project plans for the use of this land is for an athletic complex concept. Slides were shown on how the property can be planned and utilized for recreational and athletic purposes. Cllr. West stated that the project would be financed with current revenues and would take a period of years to complete. The Parks and Recreation Board recommends that the Parks and Recreation Department go ahead with the proposed development concept plans for the Field and Culpepper properties into recreational areas. Vol. 24, Page 2. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", authorized the City Administration to proceed with the complex concept designs. AGENDA ITEM NO. 6. - PRESENTATION OF PLANNING ANALYSIS: ALPHA ROAD EXTENSION. PRESENTED BY CONSULTANTS SAM WYSE AND ASSOCIATES. Mayor Grimmer introduced Sam Wyse of Wyse and Associates, who has prepared for the city a study concerning the Alpha Road extension. Mr. Sam Wyse gave his qualifications as a planning consultant. Mr. Wyse stated that the purpose of his report was to analyse the need for extending Alpha Road from its present terminus at Midway Road westward along or through the site of the proposed Brookhaven Junior College. Mr. Wyse presented his report explaining each page. The report will be filed for record with this minute book. After the presentation of the report, the following made statements: Mr. Ken Wallace, 3606 Chellen Drive, inquired on how the city would acquire the property for the proposed Alpha Road extension from Marsh Lane west to Valley View Lane along the creek. There was discussion of the property along the creek being in the flood plain. Mrs. Carol Wills, 3543 Cloverdale, questioned if the proposed extension would do away with the beautiful area the college had planned along the creek. Mrs. Cynthia Stanaland, 12220 Brisbane, questioned on what would the traffic situation be where the proposed Alpha Road meets Valley View Lane, and when will the project of extending Alpha Road from Marsh Lane to Valley View Lane develop. Mr. Mike Canterbury, 3549 Cloverdale, questioned on how much traffic is projected at Valley View Lane and L. B. J., and inquired on the plans for the botanical area. Mr. Curtis Flatt, 2867 Maydelle, questioned if the analysis made took into consideration of how many people live in Farmers Branch and how many from Dallas that travel east through the industrial area along Alpha. He asked if it was considered to take Alpha north to Spring Valley by the Fire Station? Mr. Flatt made statements that with Alpha Road extending to Valley View Lane, this was funneling the traffic back on Valley View and on Marsh Lane. Mr. Ray Thacker, 14527 Tanglewood, inquired if the study took into consider- ation the traffic that comes from Loos Stadium at various times. Vol. 24, Page 3. Mrs. Nicky Canterbury, 3549 Cloverdale, spoke in concern of vehicular traffic that would be traveling through the college campus. Mr. Dick Hutchison, 3939 Crestpark, questioned a discrepency in the figure in District 4 on page 9 concerning land use. Mrs. Carol Dingman, 3605 Tanglewood Circle, inquired as to how much it will cost to build the road. The answers to the questions of the citizens were answered aryl discussed by the Council and Mr. Wyse. After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", accepted the report by Mr. Wyse and took it under advisement. AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. -CONSIDER RESOLUTION IN FAVOR OF BROOK- HAVEN JUNIOR COLLEGE. Councilman Dodd read a resolution that had been prepared in favor of the college. Councilman Dodd made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 75-015 which is attached to this page. Councilman Linn seconded the motion and all voted „aye . AGENDA ITEM NO. 8. -CONSIDER APPROVING SWIMMING POOL RATES AND HOURS FOR 1975 SEASON. City Manager Paul West explained that the present swimming pool fees and hours have remained the same since 1972. The municipal swimming pools are continuing to operate at a loss. Although the city will be operating only one pool this summer at an expected cost of $25, 000. 00, the expected income on present rates is between $13, 000. 00 and $14, 000. 00. It is for this reason the Administration has looked into other possible admission rates and estimated incomes from these rates. Mr. West stated that three proposed fee schedules have been prepared for examining. The Parks and Recreation Board recommends the approval from the Council on Proposed Fee Schedule No. 2. The Administration recommends the approval from the Council on Proposed Fee Schedule No. 1 with the operational hours of: Monday thru Friday from 12:30 p. m. to 9:00 p, m. , Saturdays from 10:00 a, m, to 9:00 p. m. , and on Sunday 12:00 p. m. to 8:00 p. m. . The proposed fee schedules are attached to this page. There was discussion of the city operating only one pool this year and of the costs of operating the pool. There was discussion as to the reason for selling swimming tags after July 15 with a reduced charge. Vol. 24, Page 4. p ~ 'M t~C X S. i` RESOLUTION NO. 75-015 WHEREAS, The Dallas County Community College System now owns a tract of land in Farmers Branch on which it pro- poses to construct one of the colleges in its system, and WHEREAS, some confusion and doubt has arisen as to the desires of the City Council of the City of Farmers Branch with respect to this college, and WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to make its position known. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS: SECTION 1. That the City Council hereby affirms its support of the construction of Brookhaven College and pledges to work in cooperation with the Dallas County Community College Board for the benefit of the citizens of the City of Farmers Branch. DULY APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Farmers Branch, Texas, this 21 day of A Aril , 1975 APPROVED: Ma r, Geor G Grimmer APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney ATTEST: . lN. Lti`Gi 4+ City Se z~etary, J. W. Wade PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE #1 Estimated Income $20,000 General Admission A. Wading Pool .50 B. Students (large .50 C. Adults Pool) .50 D. Spectators .50 (With the exceptions of parents and/or legal guardians watching their child) Season Tags A. Students $10.00 B. Adults 10.00 C. Family 35.00 (5 or more) Tags sold after July 15th $6.00 individual 20.00 family Pool Rental - $15.00/hour plus $3.50 per hour/per guard. PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE #2 Estimated Income $18,500 General Admission A. Wading Pool .25 (FREE if accompanied by a paid admission 18 years or older and responsible for child) B. Students .50 C. Adults .50 D. Spectators .50 (With the exceptions of parent or legal guardian watching their child) Season Tags A. Students $8.00 B. Adults 8.00 C. Family " 35100 (5 or more) Tags sold after July 15th $5.00 individual 20.00 family Pool Rental - $15.00 per hour plus $3.50 per hour/per life guard. PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE #3 Estimated Income $14,000 General Admission (This rate based on 300 people/day) All admissions .50 No Season Passes Pool Rental - $15.00 per hour plus $3.50 hour/per life guard. 2 After more discussion, Councilman McClung made a motion approving the swimming pool rates as in Schedule No. 2, as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Board and the recommended operation hours as given by the Administration. Councilman Dodd seconded the motion. The motion carried 4 to 1 with Councilmen McClung, Dodd, Linn and Binford voting "aye", and Council- man Quevreaux voting "nay". Councilman Quevreaux opposed only to the selling of season passes after July 15 at a reduced rate. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9. - CONSIDER REQUEST FOR CIVIC AND PHILAN- THROPIC USE. REQUESTED BY FARMERS BRANCH NORTH LITTLE LEAGUE. Mrs. Elaine King, president of the Women's Auxiliary of the Farmers Branch North Little League, presented a request to place one concession stand at Cox Park. The stand to be placed from April 30, 1975 through July 31, 1975. The stand will be used for the sale of soft drinks and candy during the Little League baseball season. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No. 75-013 to allow one concession stand at Cox Park as requested by the Farmers Branch North Little League, conditioned that before electrical power is supplied to the building, all requirements of the electrical code be met, and all other codes and ordinances of the city be complied with. Mrs. King stated that the concession stand would not have electricity in it. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9, a. -CONSIDER REQUEST FOR. CIVIC AND PHILAN- THROPIC USE. REQUESTED BY FARMERS BRANCH-CARROLLTON GIRL'S SOFTBALL LEAGUE. Mr. Noble Hansard, a representative of the Farmers Branch-Carrollton Girl's Softball League, presented a request for 2 concession stands at Cox Park, one for the north Cox Park and one for the south Cox Park, and the installation of 2 portlets. The stands to be placed for the period beginning May 1, 1975 and ending on August 8, 1975. The stands will be used to sell candy, cokes, etc. during the softball games. There was discussion of the discrepancy of the request made by Mr. Hansard before the Council as to the request made in the information sent to the Council. Mr. Hansard stated they were requesting for 2 concession stands. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Council- man McClung, all voting "aye", approved the request for the 2 concession stands and 2 portlets to be placed at Cox Park as requested by the Farmers Branch-Carrollton Girl's Softball League, conditioned to the concession stands conforming to the city's electrical code and all other city codes and ordinances. Vol. 24, Page 5. AGENDA ITEM NO. 10. -CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1060 AMENDING ORDI- NANCE NO. 828 AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 842, REGULATING THE WEIGHTS OF TRUCKS. Mayor Grimmer stated that the present Legislature has enacted legislation which increases the gross weight and the amount of load that trucks may carry on the streets and highways within the City of Farmers Branch. The proposed Ordinance No. 1060 brings the city ordinances in line with the new maximum gross weight and load carrying capacity of trucks. Mr. Mike Canterbury, 3549 Cloverdale, inquired as to what the weight is now. The Council told Mr. Canterbury that the load that a truck can carry has been increased by 2, 000 pounds. Mr. Dick Hutchison, 3939 Crestpark, questioned if this applies to all thoroughfares in the city. The Council told Mr. Hutchison that it did apply unless the streets have no truck traffic signs posted. After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council- man Binford, all voting "aye", adopted the following captioned Ordinance No. 1060: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS AMENDING SECTION 2C OF ORDINANCE NO. 828 SO AS TO INCREASE THE WEIGHTS OF TRUCKS ACCORDING TO THE NEW STATE LAW; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 842; PRO- VIDING THAT ALL OTHER PORTIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 828 SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT; PROVIDING A PENALTY OF NOT LESS THAN FIFTY ($50. 00) DOLLARS NOR. MORE THAN TWO HUNDRED ($200. 00) DOLLARS FOR A VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EMERGENCY CLAUSE. AGENDA ITEM NO. 11. -CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR ADDITIONAL PIPE FOR THE WATERLINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM. City Manager Paul West stated that the supply of pipe on hand for the water- line replacement program will be depleted by about the end of May. Additional pipe is required to continue the program. The Administration recommends the Council authorize the advertisement for bids for approximately 7, 500 ft, of 8" pipe, and 100 tapped couplings for service lines that are needed to continue the program through the month of October. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by Council- man Binford, all voting "aye", authorized the advertisement for bids for the additional materials for the waterline replacement program. Vol. 24, Page 6. AGENDA ITEM NO. 12. -CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A RENT-PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR A 72 ROTARY MOWER. City Manager Paul Vest gave the following information: This machine will be used to mow irrigated medians which are presently being mowed with 20" push mowers, It will eliminate approximately 90% of handmowing on medians. It will have the capability of mowing certain turf areas when soil moisture would not allow heavier tractor units on it. Mr. West stated that the city can enter into a rent-purchase agreement with Goldthwaites for a 72" rotary mower on terms of renting this unit for 8 months at the sum of $200. 00 monthly with the option to purchase at the end of the 8 months. The full price of the unit is $4, 310. 00, with a trailer at the price of $900. 00. The trailer will be excluded if the city has one that can be used. Mr. West discussed that if bid proceedings were taken there would be about two months delayed time that the mower could already be in use. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council- man Quevreaux, all voting "aye", authorized the City Manager to enter into a rent-purchase agreement for a 72" rotary mower. OTHER COMMENTS. Mrs. Joan Holiday made comments concerning the Creek Ridge Park concept and about Mr. Wyse's report. Mrs. Cynthia Stanaland commented to see if the city invited the College District to have a representative present for the presentation made by Mr. Wyse. Mr. Doug McNeil, president of the American Cancer Society for the Farmers Branch-Carrollton area, invited the Council to a kick-off campaign breakfast at the Holiday Inn on May 6, at 7:30 a, m.. He also stated that the City Council of Carrollton challenges the City Council of Farmers Branch to a donkey base- ball game on May 10 at 2:00 p.m. at the DeWitt Perry Stadium. MAYOR GRIMMER ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR. THE GENERAL SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED AND THERE IS AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. Mayor Grimmer explained that Article 6252-17, Section 2 of the open meeting law provided that such item as Personnel Matters may be discussed in closed session. AGENDA ITEM NO, 13, EXECUTIVE SESSION, a. Discuss Personnel Matters The Council discussed appointments to the following: Municipal Court Judge, the Library Board and to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Vol. 24, Page 7. There was discussion of appointing Mayor Grimmer as the voting representative for Farmers Branch on the General Assembly of the North Central- Texas Council of Governments. THE MEETINU WAS OPENED BACK INTO GENERAL SESSION. Upon a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye", appointed Mayor Grimmer as the voting representative for the City of Farmers Branch on the General Assembly of the North Central Texas Council of Governments. Upon a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Quevreaux, all voting "aye", reappointed Carl A. Skibell as the Municipal Court Judge for the term of one year, expiration date of May 1, 1976, conditioned upon his appointment. Upon a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", appointed Rick Sorrells and reappointed Barbara Glenn and Mary Phelps to serve on the Library Board for a term to expire May 1, 1977, conditioned upon their acceptance of the appointment. Upon a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", tabled the appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission until the next .meeting. AGENDA ITEM NO. 14. - ADJOURNMENT. Upon a motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", adjourned the City Council meeting of April 21, 1975 at 10:20 p, m. . Mayor George G mer City retary J. W. Wade "~r I Vol. 24, Page 8.