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1979-07-16 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING JULY 16, 1979 COUNCIL CHAMBER POLICE BUILDING The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilmen: Bill Binford John Dodd Fred Johnson Pat Haggerty Herb Weidinger The following member of the City Council was absent: Councilman Ken Quevreaux The absence of Councilman Quevreaux was recognized and excused. The following members of the City Administration were present: City Manager Paul M. West City Attorney John Boyle City Secretary J. W. Wade Public Information Officer Sherry Walden Recording Secretary Ruth Ann Parish Mayor Binford called the City Council meeting of July 16, 1979 to order at 7:30 P.M.. AGENDA ITEM NO. A.1-INVOCATION. Councilman Johnson gave the invocation. AGENDA ITEM NO. A-2-APPROVAL OF MINUTES -JULY 2, 1979 After some consideration, a motion by ounce man odd, a second by Councilman Johnson, all voting "aye", approved the minutes of the regular meeting of July 2, 1979 with the following correction being made; in Vol. 31, Page 55, under Agenda Item No. C.2, let the last paragraph read: "After more discussion of seeking access to the property from Denton Drive, a motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", denied the request for paving a portion of Spring Valley Road from Denton Drive east approximately 300 feet.". AGENDA ITEM NO. B.1- PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARD. Mayor Bin ford presented a ten year service away to Domingo Romero of the Sanitation Division for his employment with the city. MAYOR BINFORD PRESENTED HONORARY CITIZEN OF FARMERS BRANCH CERTIFICATES TO TWO BOY SCOUTS FROM ENGLAND. THEY WERF TONY HANKIN AND ROGER SMITH. THE BOYS VISITED IN THE HOME OF THE HUGH WILLS FAMILY WHILE STAYING IN FARMERS BRANCH. Vol. 31, Page 60. AGENDA ITEM NO. B.2-PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL. Mayor Binford stated that this item is placed on the agenda of each meeting in order to give anyone who would like to serve on an ad- visory board or commission an opportunity to meet and address the City Council. No one was present. AGENDA ITEM NO. B.3- PRESENTATION OF SLIDE PROGRAM. Parks and Recreation Director John Burke presented a slide program explaining the programs and responsibilities of the Parks and Recreation Department. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.1-PUBLIC HEARING: TO CONSIDER AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM PD-22 TO PD ALLOWING SPECIFIC USES AND STANDARDS ON THE PROPERTY WITHIN 50 FEET OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY LINES OF IH E BET14EEN THE C.R.I. & P. RAILROAD AND THE WESTERN LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH. Mayor Bin ford opened the public hearing: The subject property lies 500 feet along each side of the L.B.J. extension from the C.R.I. & P. Railroad to the Trinity River or western City limits line. Existing zoning on the property is Planned Development Zoning Dis- trict No. 22. Public Hearing has been called to consider rezoning the property to Planned Development Zoning District allowing speci- fic uses and standards. Purpose of the rezoning is to establish and insure the highest and best use along the L.B.J. extension. The pro- posed zoning will allow high quality and high intensity development to be constructed along L.B.J. The proposed zoning as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commis- sion will do the following: 1. Allow office uses as defined by the city's Zoning Ordinance. 2. Allow hotel uses. 3. Require buildings within the district to be at least 55 feet in height. 4. Allow the City Council to grant variances from the minimum height restriction as a part of site plan approval. Mayor Binford asked if there was anyone in the audience that wished to speak on this consideration. The following spoke: Mr. James Doss, co-owner of Luna 635 with Ed Farrow, stated that he and Mr. Farrow opposed the zoning that would restict the building height of 55 feet. Proposed Luna 635 development is located within the property that is being considered for rezoning. Mr. Doss stated that they desired the highest and best use for the property but the ultimate highest and best use will be decided by the mortgage banker. Mr. Doss did not oppose the office and hotel uses. Mr_. Do,ss stated that the building height restriction will discourage developers in making a selection for a development. Mr. Doss commented on his plans for the development of Luna 635 with an office park with landscaping around -two lakes. Mr. Doss requested the 55 feet building height restriction be removed from the zoning consideration. Vol. 31, Page 61. 1 There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all voting "aye", closed the public hearing. There followed a discussion between the members of the City Council and Mr. Doss relating to developing the property at the highest and best use; and of the building height requirement as recommended. After more discussion involving the present developments along the L. B. J. Freeway versus proposed high rise buildings; and that hotels would encourage private clubs; and of desiring the highest use for this property in question, Councilman Haggerty made a motion that the zoning not be changed from PD-22 to PD allowing Specific Uses and Standards on the property within 500 feet of the right-of-way lines of IH635E between the C.R.I. & P. Railroad and the western limits of the City of Farmers Branch. Councilman Dodd seconded the motion and all voted "aye". A motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", instructed the City Administration and the Planning and Zoning Commission to study further the zoning of the property fronting onto L. B. J.. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.2-PUBLIC HEARING: TO CONSIDER AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FROM LI TO PD-LI FOR THE PROPERTY BOUNDED ON THE SOUTH BY VALLEY VIEW LANE ON THE WEST BY THE C.R.I. & P. RAIL- ROAD, ON THE NORTH BY THE NORTH CITY LIMITS LINE AND ON THE EAST BY IH E. Mayor Binford opened the public hearing: The subject property is currently zoned LI. A large percentage of the property has been developed using light industrial standards and uses. The property is bounded on the west by Planned Development Zoning District No. 22 and on the south by Planned Development Zoning District No. 24. The property is separated from a light industrial zoning district to the east by Stemmons Freeway. A public hearing has been called to consider changing the zoning on the subject from Light Industrial to a Planned Development Zoning District allowing light industrial uses. All uses previously allowed in a Light Industrial District will still be allowed in the Planned Develop- ment Zoning District. The only change in the development requirements for the subject area is that the City Council must approve the site plan showing proposed improvements, and the City may with site plan approval control outside storage, screening and location of proposed improvements. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the zoning be changed. Mayor Binford asked if there was anyone in the audience that wished to speak on this consideration. The following spoke: Mr. Frank Munsterman, representing Gulf Oil Corporation, reiterated as stated in a letter to the City dated July 11, 1979 that Gulf Oil Corporation was not a part to the request for a change in zoning and requests the present L.M. Zoning be retained. Vol. 31, Page 62. There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all voting "aye",,closed the public hearing. After some discussion that the only change in the development require- ments for the property involved is site plan approval by the City Council for any improvements, and that the proposal would not affect the existing property of Gulf Oil Corporation, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", adopted the following captioned Ordinance No. 1263: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED; BY AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION OF THE TRACT OF LAND BOUNDED ON THE SOUTH BY VALLEY VIEW LANE; ON THE WEST BY THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND, AND PACIFIC RAILROAD, ON THE EAST BY INTERSTATE HIGHWAY IH35E AND ON THE NORTH BY THE NORTHERN CITY LIMIT LINE OF FARMERS BRANCH; FROM ITS CURRENT ZONING OF LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (LI) TO A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT ALLOWING LIGHT INDUSTRIAL USES; ESTABLISHING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS FOR EACH OFFENSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.3-PUBLIC HEARING: TO CONSIDER AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 12, SECTION 103, PARAGRAPH D WHICH PROHIBITS PAVED AREAS WITHIN 2 FEET OF THE SIDE PROPERTY LINES. Mayor Bin ford opened the public hearing. Article 1Z-102, Paragraph D prohibits parking spaces or paved surface areas within 2 feet of the side lot line in residential zoning districts. The Article allows paved surface areas to the property line in other zoning districts of the City provided written consent is obtained from the adjoining property owners. The Article has had the practical effect of eliminating driveways along property lines and prohibiting paved areas such as patios, turning areas for garages and other surfaced areas from being within 2 feet of the side property line. Due to the high land costs the trend has been recently for residential developers to establish minimum lot sizes and construct maximum size homes. The 2 foot restriction in many cases creates a diffi- cult situation for placing a driveway from the street to a garage area in the rear yard. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that Article 12-103, Paragraph D of the Zoning Ordinance be amended to allow paved surface areas in residential zoning districts to be within 2 feet of the side property line provided a construction joint is placed along the property line and provided that permission is obtained from the adjoining property owners before the areas are surfaced. Mayor Binford asked if there was anyone in the audience that wished to speak on this consideration. The following spoke: Vol. 31, Page 63. Mr. Jim Hawn with Brookhaven Development Company spoke in favor of the amendment stating that he feels the property owner or the developer should be able to pave up to the property lines. There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye closed the public hearing. After some consideration, Councilman Haggerty made a motion to adopt the following captioned Ordinance No. 1262: Councilman Dodd seconded the motion. The motion carried 3 to 1 with Councilmen Haggerty, Dodd and Weidinger voting "aye", and Councilman Johnson voting "nay". AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 12, SECTION 12-103, PARAGRAPH (d), BY ALLOWING SURFACED AREAS NEARER THAN TWO (2) FEET OF THE SIDE LOT LINE IN RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; PRO- VIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND DECLARING AN EMER- GENCY. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.4-PUBLIC HEARING: TO CONSIDER AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY DESIGNATING A NEW USE "DRESS ASSEMBLY" AS AN ALLOWABLE USE WITH A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT IN LR-1, LR-2 AND PLANNED DEVELOP- MENT ZONES ALLOWING LR- , AND LR- USES; AS AN ALLOWABLE USE IN C, LI, HI AND PD C, LI & HI ZONING AND BE PROHIBITED IN ALL OTHER 71'%"-r 1- r%YVM Y,1M n7l MTTU 07TV Mayor Binford opened the aublic hearing. The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a Public Hearing on July 9, 1979 to consider the proposed amendment. The Commission continued the Public Hearing until the meeting of July 23, 1979. No decision or recommendation was made by the Planning and Zoning Commission to the City Council. The Zoning Ordinance requires the Planning and Zoning Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council prior to the Council taking any action on a proposed amendment or change. A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Johnson, all voting "aye", continued the Public Hearing until the meeting of August 6, 1979. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.5-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF NICHOLSON ROAD APPROXIMATELY 367 FEET SOUTH OF VALLEY VIEW LANE. Mayor Bin or gave the o owing information from a memo to the City Council from the City Administration: Pittsburg Plate Glass Company is proposing to construct a 80,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and office facility. The proposed building is to be located on the east side of Nicholson Road approximately 367 feet south of Malley View Lane. This property is located within PD-22 Zoning District allowing LI uses. Vol. 31, Page 64. The development standards for PD-22 requires 166 parking spaces for the proposed facility. The Pittsburg Plate Glass Company would like to vary from these development standards by providing only 100 parking spaces. The development standards of PD-22 allows for variances from the development standards when requested as part of the site plan approval. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan be approved and a variance be granted allowing only 100 parking spaces to be constructed, with the condition that the developer's contract for the property be amended so as to require Pittsburg Plate Glass Company to construct 66 additional parking spaces on the property when requested by the City. The City Administration recommended that the site plan be approved as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission with the additional condition that the area of the parking lots that will not be paved at this time (66 spaces) be landscaped. Mr. Bill Thompson, the developer for the area, was present in behalf of the request. Mr. Thompson stated that he felt that the additional parking spaces would not be needed for at least 5 or 6 years from now. After some discussion of placing a limiting condition of 5 year in the developer's contract for review of the parking facilities for Pittsburg Glass Company, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved the site plan sub- mitted by Pittsburg Glass Company and granted a variance of allowing only 100 parking spaces to be constructed with the condition that the developer's contract be amended that the parking variance shall be reviewed not later than five years from the date of the amended contract, and with additional specifications relating to expended or change use of the property. And, that the area of the parking lots that will not be paved at this time, the 66 spaces, be landscaped. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.6-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR THE VALLEY BRANCH CIRCLE. Mayor Bin or gave the following information from a memo to the City Council from the City Administration: A site plan has been submitted for an approximate 110,000 sq..ft, office/warehouse building at the northeast corner of Valley Branch Lane and Vallee Branch Circle. The property is in PD-24 (LI) Zoning District. The site plan includes property adjacent to the north side of the Valley Branch Circle Cul-de-sac. There is a possibility that Valley Branch Circle will be extended east to IH35E Service Road, If the extension occurs, the cul-de-sac right-of-way may be abandoned by the City and used to improve the parking lot of the subject property, Mr. Jim Wimberly, the developer's representative, has stated the developer agrees that should the cul-de-sac right-of-way be abandoned, the developer would remove any unneeded street pavement adjacent to his property and reconstruct that area of Valley Branch Circle to a standard street section. Vol. 31, Page 65, The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan be approved with three conditions. After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all voting "aye", approved the site plan for the property located at the northeast corner of Valley Branch Lane and Valley Branch Circle with the following three conditions as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission: 1. Driveway locations be altered so as not to interfere with street storm sewer inlets. 2. A landscape plan be submitted for approval before occupancy of the building. 3. The developer's contract for the property to include the provision that if any part of Valley Branch Circle cul-de- sac right-of-way adjacent to the subject property is abandoned, the abandoned right-of-way will be included in the parking lot and the street shall be made a standard street section at the developer's expense. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.7-CONSIDER REQUEST BY LINCOLN PROPERTIES TO AMEND THE EAST FARMERS BRANCH THOROUGHFARE PLAN. Mr. Barney Giles, Managing Partner o Lincoln Properties presented a request that the extension of Nall Road from its present location be abandoned from the East Farmers Branch Thoroughfare Plan. Lincoln Properties are presently developing a tract of land located at the northwest corner of Alpha Road and Inwood Road to create a building site for a proposed office/showroom facility. The Eastern Thoroughfare Plan for the City of Farmers Branch as approved by the City Council July 17, 1978, provides for the extension of Nall Road that would cross the northern part of their property and tie into Inwood Road. According to the current City of Farmers Branch Subdivision Ordinance all streets that are approved on the existing Thoroughfare Plan must be constructed by the developer before any building permits will be issued. Mr. Giles explained of obtaining preliminary plat approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission on June 11, 1979. On July 3, 1979 Lincoln Properties were informed by the City Staff that the extension of Nall Road was on the Eastern Thoroughfare Plan and they would have to make provisions for the extension. Mr. Giles stated that after receiving preliminary plat approval, Lincoln Properties purchased the property and based on the plans signed a lease on a building. The cost of the extension of Nall Road had not been allowed for in the loan. Mr. Giles stated that the cost of Nall Road would not be equitable nor would be of benefit to Lincoln Properties. Mr. Giles stated that if the road was extended to the west it would encourage traffic to Inwood. He said that the extension would cross the railroad tracks which would be difficult to align and be very expensive to construct. Mr. Giles displayed renditions of the proposed development of Lincoln Properties. Vol. 31, Page 66. Mr. John Martin, Mr. Ben Metcalf and Mr. Welch Hale, representatives from Federal Envelope were present in support of Mr. Giles request to abandon the extension of Nall Road. Mr. Ted Searcy, Regional Manager of Industrial Development for the St. Louis Railroad who are the developers of the Metropolitan Industrial Park opposed the extension of Nall Road crossing the railroad tracks. He stated the crossing would be difficult to construct and costly to install and maintain. After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all voting "aye", removed the extension of Nall Road from the Eastern Thoroughfare Plan. After some discussion concerning notification to property owners when their property would be affected by plans of the city, a motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman Johnson, all voting "aye", instructed the City Administration to draft an ordinance whereas to any amendment to the master thoroughfare plan that notices be sent to the property owner(s) adj'oiriing and adjacent to the property being involved with the new alignment of the street. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.8-CONSIDER PROPOSAL FROM MR. CLARENCE COCKRELL OF SALVIN CORPORATION FOR THE PAVING OF A PORTION OF SPRING VALLEY ROAD FROM DENTON DRIVE EAST APPROXIMATELY AND DRIVEWAY ACCESS ONTO SPRING VALLEY ROAD FROM PROPERTY BEING DEVELOPED IN CARROLLTON. Mr. Clarence Cockrell o the Sal vin Corporation is developing a 3.64 acre tract at the northwest corner of Denton Drive and Spring Valley Road for warehousing. This property is located entirely within the City of Carrollton. Mr. Cockrell was present and presented a request for the paving of a portion of Spring Valley Road from Denton Drive east approximately 300' and driveway access onto Spring Valley Road. Mr. Cockrell stated that a representative of MKT Railroad has agreed by telephone conversation to allow access to his property across the railroad from Denton Drive. Mr. Cockrell explained that this access will be the principle entrance to his property, and he would like to have an entrance and exit off Spring Valley Road. He stated that he would post signs for no trucks to travel on Spring Valley Road. He stated that he would still be willing to pave a 24' concrete section along the length of his property on Spring Valley. A discussion- was_bel.d_-relating to Mr. Cockrell dedicating 25' of right- of-way in order to construct a standard street that is required of any other developer in Farmers Branch; the design of the buildings in relations to proposed entrances and exits; and of truck traffic control in and out of the development. Mr. Cockrell was not agreeable to dedicate 25' of right-of-way to widen and construct that portion of Spring Valley Road. No change in the previous action of July 16, 1979 was taken by the Council on this matter. Vol. 31, Page 67. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.9-CONSIDER ORDINANCE ENFORCING GOVERNOR'S GAS RATIONING PLAN. This item was placed on the agenda at the request of Councilman Weidinger. Mayor Binford stated that an ordinance had been prepared which is similar to one adopted by the City of Dallas, that would enforce the Governor's Executive Order regulating gasoline fuel consumption within the city. Councilman Weidinger explained that by adopting the ordinance the city would have a way to enforce the guidelines issued by the Governor. The ordinance would expire September 30th subject to what the Governor decides to do. Councilman Weidinger pointed out that neighboring cities have passed a similar ordinance and feels that Farmers Branch should do the same. Mr. Dan Saldana, manager and owner of Saldana Arco Service Station on Valley View Lane near IH35, stated he was opposed to the ordi- nance. He stated he policed is own station and have had no problems. Mr. Saldana stated that the lines for gas are getting shorter and the stations have been given more gas and this should ease the minds of the people. Mr. Saldana stated that the ordinance was not needed. Mr. Buddy Lindsey of Buddy's Texaco Station on Valwood Parkway at IH35, opposed the proposed ordinance. Mr. Lindsey stated he had not had any problems and did not feel the ordinance was needed. Mr. Lindsey stated that all station managers have their guidelines from the State to follow in selling gas. Councilman Johnson stated that Farmers Branch does not have any emergency for enforcing the guidelines and the citizens are complying voluntarily. Councilman Johnson stated that additional enforcement will be a burden on the Police Department and that additional guide- lines place restrictions on the business of the service station managers which were not necessary. Councilman Haggerty stated he feels the adoption of the ordinance would be respect of the Governor's order. Mrs. Eleanor McGowan, 2920 Golfing Green, opposed the proposed ordinance saying that Farmers Branch has no problem. Councilman Dodd stated that Mr. Fleming of the Shell Station on Josey Lane thinks the ordinance would be good to help cut down on incidents. Councilman Dodd expressed concern of putting laws on the books just to have laws on the books. Councilman Dodd made a motion to table this item for further study. The motion died for the lack of a second. Councilman Haggerty made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 1264. Councilman Weidinger second the motion. The motion failed 3 to 2, Vol. 31, Page 68. with Councilman Haggerty and Weidinger men Dodd and Johnson voting "nay", and breaking the tie. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.10-DISCUSS REPORT ON This item was placed on the agenda at Dodd. voting "aye", and Council- Mayor Binford voting "nay" PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD. the request of Councilman Councilman Dodd introduced the following members of the Parks and Recreation Board that were present: Chairperson Lorraine Skamfer, Eleanor McGowan, Dan Chrisman, Doug Abbott and Dick Chapman. Councilman Dodd stated that he had met with the Board in two sessions and have come up with a recommendation on some guidelines for the Board to follow. Councilman Dodd reviewed the recommended guide- lines for the Board which were prepared in a booklet. A copy of the guidelines discussed is attached to these minutes. There was discussion of possible discrepancies in the city ordin- ances establishing the Parks and Recreation Board. Councilman Dodd made a motion to adopt the booklet with the guidelines for the Parks and Recreation Board as recommended. Councilman Haggerty seconded the motion. Councilman Johnson ask to amend the motion to include that the City Administration be instructed to review the present ordinances establishing the Parks and Recreation Board for discrepancies that may need correcting, and to authorize the expenditure of funds for membership dues to the Texas Society of Parks and Recreation. Councilman Dodd and Councilman Haggerty accepted the amendment. The motion carried with all voting "aye". AGENDA ITEM NO. C.11-CONSIDER COUNCIL WORK SESSION FOR WEEKEND OF AUGUST 10TH. After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", set the date of August 11, 1979 from 8:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. as the date for a Council work session AGENDA ITEM NO. D.1-9-CONSENT ITEMS. Councilman Dodd asked to ring Item No. 7 out of the Consent Items and discuss the bid and recommendation. Mayor Binford stated the Item No. 7 concerns the awarding of the bid for chemical stabilization materials. The city mailed four bid packets and three bids were returned. Gator Chemical Inter- national, Inc. submitted the only bid that met the specifications in the amount of $39,609.67 and delivery time as needed. Vol. 31, Page 69. After discussion of the quality of the stabilization material, a motion by Councilman Weidinger, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", accepted the bid from Gator Chemical International, Inc. in the amount of $39,609.67 for chemical stabilization materials, with the City Manager reviewing the bid and quality of the material. A motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved Agenda Consent Items Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9. The items approved are as follows: 1. A final replat of Time Saver Addition located on the east side of Valley Branch Lane north of Valley View in a LI Zoning District in order to create a building site. 2. A final replat of Windmill Estates Addition located on the northeast corner of the intersection of Valley Branch Lane and Valley Branch Circle in a PD-24 (LI) Zoning District in order to create a building site. 3. A final replat of South Pie Addition for Metropolitan No. 1 located on the south side of McEwen Road east of Welch Road in a LI Zoning District in order to create a building site. 4. A final replat of North Pie Addition for Metropolitan No. 1 located on the north side of McEwen Road east of Welch Road in a LI Zoning District in order to create a building site. 5. Resolution No. 79-012 which permits temporary use of Civic or Philanthropic nature by the Ladies Auxilary for Christian Service of the Southwest to conduct a garage sale in the parking lot of the Farmers Branch Church of Christ at 2570 Valley View Lane. The garage sale is to be conducted on July 28, 1979, from 9:00 A.M.'until 4:00 P.M. 6. Authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement be- tween the State Department of Highways and Public Trans- portation and the City of Farmers Branch for the State to survey, inspect, appraise and inventory bridges on public roads and streets. 8. Authorized the readvertisement for bids for limestone screening backfill materials. 9. Authorized the advertisement for bids for water main replacement materials. COI1KIENTS FROM AUDIENCE. Miss Amy Morenz of the Suburban News inquired about the retreat the City Council is going on August 11, 1979. Mrs. Carol Dingman, 3605 Tanglewood Circle, asked whether guidelines would be established by the Council for all the advisory boards. Vol. 31, Page 70. MAYOR BINFORD ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR THE GENERAL SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED. AFTER A SHORT RECESS THE COUNCIL MEETING WILL RECONVENE FOR ITEMS IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE MEETING WILL RECONVENE INTO GENERAL SESSION AFTER THE ITEMS HAVE BEEN DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. ARTICLE 6252-17, OF THE OPEN MEETING LAW PROVIDES THAT SUCH ITEMS AS PERSONNEL MATTERS, LAND ACQUISITION AND PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION MAY BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION. AGENDA ITEM NO. E.1-EXECUTIVE SESSION. An Executive Session was held relating to discussions of personnel matters, land acquisition, and, pending and contemplated litigation. THE MEETING WAS RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION. AGENDA ITEM NOS. F.2, F.3 AND F.4 -NO NECESSARY ACTION NEEDED. Councilman Dodd informed that he would work with each advisory board to work up a policy or some guidelines for each particular board. The other Councilmen expressed interest in helping Councilman Dodd. AGENDA ITEM NO. G.1-ADJOURNMENT. A motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", adjourned the City Council meeting of July 16, 1979 at 10:45 P.M.. Mayor Bill-Binford~// City ecretary L Vol. 31, Page 71,