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City Council
Tuesday,January 24,2017 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Study Session Meeting to be held at 3:00 PM in the Study Session Room
Presiding: 1 - Mayor Bob Phelps
Present: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Harold Froehlich, Council Member
John Norwood, Council Member Terry Lynne, Council
Member Mike Bomgardner,
Absent: 1 - Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Ana Reyes
Staff: - Charles Cox City Manager, John Land Deputy City
Manager,Amy Piukana City Secretary, Ben Williamson
Assistant to City Manager, Braeden Metcalf City
Attorney, LaJeana Thomas Executive Assistant,
Allison Cook Economic Development Director, Torn
Bryson Communications Director, David Hale Police
Chief, Andy Gillies Community Services Director,
Randy Walhood Public Works Director, John Roach
Special Projects Manager, Tim Dedear Deputy Fire
Chief/Fire Marshal, Brian Beasley Human Resources
Director, Shane Davis Environmental Services and
Solid Waste Manager, Renee Esses Special Projects
Manager
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phelps called the Study Session meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
A.1 17-346 Discuss regular City Council meeting agenda items.
Council Member Bomgardner asked about fees associated with Agenda Item G.2, and the
extension of a twenty year term. Special Projects Manager John Roach replied the cost is
$357,501, annually. City Manager Charles Cox replied a 20 year term is typical, and others
franchises such as water and wastewater have longer terms extending up to 40-50 years.
Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich asked if the Ordinance (Ord-3415) with Agenda Item 1.1,
indicates height restrictions for storage buildings. Mr. Gillies stated the height restriction is 12
ft. at ridgeline and 10 ft. at top plate of detached accessory buildings. He further stated
anything higher would require a Specific Use Permit (SUP). Mr. Gillies explained two
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categories were split, noting four walls restricted to 120 sq. ft., with outdoor gazebo type
structures being allowed up to 200 square feet.
Council Member Bomgardner noted on Agenda Item G.4, the City is just extending the date of
completion. Mr. Cox confirmed this is the only change.
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A.2 17-348 Discussion regarding the charter review process.
City Secretary Amy Piukana provided an overview of the charter review process and timeline.
Ms. Piukana reviewed the Council District Precinct map, noting the City Charter must have at
least one representative from each voting Precinct. She stated there are twelve precincts,
however; two can be combined since they have fewer than 100 registered voters. (Precinct
2308 combines with Precinct 2302) (Precinct 2312 combines with Precinct 2310).
Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich explained the appointment process is challenging since all precincts
must have appointed members. After discussion, City Council advised City Staff to move
forward with accepting applications and consider aligning appointments with the annual Board
and Commission recruitment.
A.3 17-338 Receive a presentation from Valwood Improvement Authority Executive
Director Pat Canuteson regarding future capital/debt plans.
The Mayor announced this item will be discussed downstairs after the Consent items.
A.4 17-341 Receive a report regarding residential bulky collection alternatives.
Mr. Shane Davis briefed City Council regarding this item, explaining the current service is twice
per week garbage collection and once per week take-all brush and bulky collection all at no
charge to the residents. He further explained due to the frequency of service, the City has
been notified bulk items have created aesthetic issues for some residents. Mr. Davis stated
the current ordinance limits the time waste material can be set out to 6 p.m. the night before
service. He further stated that Code Enforcement Officers issue a notice allowing the resident
7 days to cure the problem. He explained within that 7 day notice, City staff provides collection
service, thus fixing the problem before the 7 day time period is finished. Mr. Davis explained
tonight we have two options. He stated option one, continues with the current collection
service and frequency with the understanding that there will be some residents that set
material at the curb outside of ordinance requirements, or option two, to look at alternate
collection schedules and fee's for pickup if not picked up on the proper date. He explained the
resident would be notified the first time with the option of a first time waived fee, however; a
fee would be added to the resident's water bill upon repeat offenses. Mr. Cox noted a strong
educational program would be necessary for option 2.
Council Member Norwood asked Staff to consider addressing the abusers, and not focus on
the reduction of city services to all residents. He asked that Staff consider updating the website
to allow bulk trash pickup service with online scheduling.
After discussion, City Council tasked the Sustainability Committee to consider researching a
solution without a reduction in service and bring forward a recommendation at a future City
Council meeting.
Council Member Bomgardner recommended Staff provide more educational programs on
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distinguishing between brush and bulk. Sustainability Chairman Robert ter Kuile explained
the committee will discuss these issues and produce a comprehensive plan and strategy.
A.5 17-350 Receive an update regarding Code Enforcement.
Building Official Hugh Pender and Code Enforcement Supervisor Ray Mendez briefed City
Council regarding this item. Mr. Pender reviewed correction notices and citations noting the
City has an 80% compliance rate. Mr. Mendez provided an overview of the Standard
Operating Procedures.
Council discussed street parking, inoperative vehicles and correction notice numbers. Council
Member Lynne suggested monitoring contractors that avoid permits.
Mr. Cox explained public education has already begun which includes a newsletter that
informs residents and lists items that require City permits.
A.6 17-356 Receive an Economic Development Update.
Economic Development Director Allison Cook briefed City Council regarding this item. Ms.
Cook noted todays update is for the months of October through December. Ms. Cook
reviewed the Neighborhood Renaissance Program, Demolition Rebuild Program, and Facade
Grants. She reviewed new business activity with AmTrust, Voltea, Best Cheer, Dallas Party
Rental,Vouv Meeting & Events, JD Martin, LoLois, Inc. and Furniture of America coming. Ms.
Cook also reviewed the Restaurant Park area, Mustang Station Phase II, Farmers Branch &
Art, Hotel Stays, Tourism Hospitality Efforts, upcoming Catalyst projects, East Side
revitalization (Former Great Indoors site).
s... Council Member Norwood asked about the TXDOT and REI property update. Ms. Cook
replied there is an offer on the REI building, noting more information will be available in a
coming weeks. She stated there is no update on the TXDOT property at this time.
A.7 17-347 Discuss agenda items for future City Council meetings.
City Council had no discussion.
City Council recessed for a break at 4:45 p.m. City Council reconvened into closed Executive
Session at 5:03 p.m.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION
J.1 17-349 Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant to
Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate
regarding:
• Discuss commercial or financial information the city has receive from
a business prospect(s), and to deliberate the offer of a financial or
other incentive to BSN.
• Discuss commercial or financial information the city has received from
a business prospect(s), and to deliberate the offer of a financial or
other incentive to Project W.
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Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant
to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate
regarding:
• Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or sale of real property
located north of 635, east of 135, south of Valwood Parkway and west emu
of Webb Chapel.
The Executive Session meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Phelps called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
B. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Lynne provided the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance.
C. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
C.1 17-354 Presentation of a service award to Economic Development Director
Allison Cook for five(5)years of dedicated service to the City of Farmers
Branch.
Mayor Phelps presented Economic Development Director Allison Cook with a five (5) year
service pin, and thanked her for her dedicated service to the City of Farmers Branch.
C.2 17-357 Presentation of a service award to Parks and Recreation Department
Special Projects Manager Meredith Dowdy for five(5) years of dedicated
service to the City of Farmers Branch.
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Mayor Phelps y p presented Parks and Recreation Department Special Projects Manager
Meredith Dowdy with a five (5) year service pin, and thanked her for her dedicated service to
the City of Farmers Branch.
C.3 17-355 Presentation of a proclamation declaring January 24, 2017 as Frank Shor
Day.
Mayor Phelps recognized Ms. Shor and her family with a proclamation declaring January 24,
2017 as Frank Shor Day in Farmers Branch, Texas.
D. REPORT ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
Council Member Norwood provided a report on Study Session Items. Council Member
Norwood recognized the following former City Council Members in attendance: David Koch,
Michelle Holmes, Pat Haggerty, and former Carrolton City Council Member Andy Olivo.
E. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT AND ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
City Manager Charles Cox provided the City Manager's report to the community announcing
the following items:
• "Be Our Guest" is the theme for this year's Daddy Daughter Dance. Tickets are on sale for the annual
event,coming up Saturday,February 4 at the Community Recreation Center from 6 until 8 p.m.Advance
tickets are $5 for residents and $8 for non-residents. All tickets will be $15 at the door. Call the Rec
Center for more info at 972.247.4607.
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• Teams are being recruited for the Polar Plunge, to benefit Special Olympics Texas, to be held on
Saturday, February 4 at the Aquatics Center.Anyone or any team raising at least$60 is invited to don a
creative costume of their choosing and voluntarily plunge into the icy water of the Frog Pond. Find out
more at sotx.org/polarplunge.
+MNI • The Parks and Recreation Department's annual winter gardening series winds up tonight and next
Tuesday,with lectures on Orchids and Backyard Composting.Lectures begin at 7 p.m.at the Community
Recreation Center. The series finale will be a Rose Pruning Clinic at the Gussie Rose Gardens on
Saturday, February 18. Find out more by calling 972.247.4607.
• We have a great volunteer opportunity for the civic-minded. Anyone wishing to serve on a committee
to review the City Charter for possible amendments to be put to the voters at a future date should fill
out an online application at farmersbranchtx.gov.The application is listed in the links on the left side of
the home page.
• You can sign up for eNews at farmersbranchtx.gov to have current City news and information delivered
directly to your eMail box.
• Mr. Cox introduced new Assistant to City Manager Ben Williamson.
F. CITIZEN COMMENTS
No citizens wished to speak.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
G.1 17-345 Consider approving minutes of the January 9, 2017 special called
City Council meeting and the January 10, 2017 regular City Council
meeting; and take appropriate action.
G.2 ORD-3418 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3418 granting a franchise
agreement to Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Tex Division, for a term
of 20 years to provide gas utility services within the City of Farmers
Branch and providing for compensation for use of the City's right of
way; and take appropriate action.
G.3 R2017-008 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-008, authorizing an
agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. for professional
Services and take appropriate action.
G.4 ORD-3423 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3423, amending Ordinance No.
3400, Section 5 amending the termination date of the Tax Increment
Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 3; and take appropriate action.
G.5 R2017-016 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-016 authorizing the City
Manager to purchase replacement desktop and laptop computer
systems and associated accessories in an amount not to exceed
$125,000 from Dell Computer Corporation; and take appropriate
action.
Motion made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich to approve Consent Items G.1 through G.5,
as presented. Motion seconded by Council Member Lynne. Motion prevailed by the following
vote:
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Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tem Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
Mayor Phelps skipped to Study Session Agenda Item A.3. arri
A.3 17-338 Receive a presentation from Valwood Improvement Authority Executive
Director Pat Canuteson regarding future capital/debt plans.
Mr. Pat Canuteson provided a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the history and creation of
the Valwood Improvement Authority which provides flood control for the Valwood area. Mr.
Canuteson provided disclosure information for Valwood Improvement Authority reviewing
assessed valuation, general obligation bond debt, tax adequacy, interest and sinking fund
index and taxable assessed valuations.
After discussion, Council Member Bomgardner asked Mr. Canuteson if he anticipates any
future bonds. Mr. Canuteson replied no future bonds have been anticipated. Mr. Canuteson
stated as of September 30, 2016, the Authority had no other outstanding obligations.
Council had discussion regarding taxing agents, property tax collection, bridge ownership and
the number of employees Valwood employees.
H. PUBLIC HEARING(S1
H.1 ORD-3420 Conduct a Public Hearing and consider adoption of Ordinance No. 3420
to approve the East Side Comprehensive Plan; and take appropriate
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Planning Manager Alexis Jackson and Brad Moulten with LaTerra Development, LLC, briefed
City Council regarding this item. Ms. Jackson provided a brief timeline and history of the
project. Ms. Jackson explained the Comprehensive Plan was originally adopted in 1989, with
updates in 2003 for the West Side and in 2012 for the Central Area.
Mr. Moulten provided a PowerPoint of the proposed plan for the East Side. He explained the
plan sets a vision, form and function of the future East Side and provides implementation
strategies. He noted the vision of the plan is that the"East Side will be a District with a unique
identity, based on a diverse mixture of uses that creates opportunities to live, work, do
business, and participate in leisure activities. Mr. Moulten reviewed the stakeholder reviews,
East Side and Advisory Committee Workshop. He stated five goals were detailed in the plan
which were 1) Character Identity, 2) Economic Vitality, 3) Form and Land Use, 4) Form and
Land Use, 5) Mobility and Connectivity. Mr. Moulten reviewed existing buildings,
infrastructure, zoning, character and identity. He also reviewed the market context which
included land use capacities for office, industrial, retail, and residential. Mr. Moulten reviewed
the goal, policies, actions and benchmarks. He reviewed green infrastructure as an incentive
and support, and reviewed future land use designations. He reviewed the regional commerce
and regional-scale commercial uses, connected with interior District amenities and uses. Mr.
Moulten reviewed amenities such as parks and trails and branding stations. He also reviewed
the Midway Gateway Conceptual Layout, Galleria Drive Conceptual Layout, and provided
pictured examples of streetscapes, restaurants/retail, shared parking and live/work units. Mr.
Moulten provided an overview of the Win Park conceptual layout.
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Ms. Abra Nasser with Laterra reviewed the three implementation tiers noting the following:
Tier 1 (Short Term)
• District wide land uses through CZO use updates and the overlay as applicable.
• Rezoning requests
• Finalize a Branding Strategy.
Tier 2 (Medium Term)
• Sub-area Land use adjustments to overlay.
• Compatibility considerations to overlay.
• Private streetscape to overlay.
Tier 3 (Long Term)
• Low-Impact Development through CZO Update or to overlay.
• Area and bulk overlay
• Architectural standards to overlay.
• Site design standards to overlay.
• Public open space ratio to overlay.
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Froehlich asked Economic Development Director Allison Cook to
provide a quick overview regarding the Great Outdoors project within the area.
Mayor Phelps opened the Public Hearing. The following citizen filled out a request to speak
form:
Mr. Pat Haggerty, former Councilman, spoke stating the Catalyst development site, stating the
project is good, but added, in his opinion, there may be a problem with demographics. He
explained the area has changed with the loss of the Geico, Coca Cola, and Chase. He
explained Midway Road needs some revitalization and asked that Farmers Branch Creek be
reviewed and noted the need for flood control in the area.
There being no one else present that wished to speak, a Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern
Froehlich to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Council Member Bomgardner.
Motion prevailed by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
Motion made by Council Member Bomgardner to approve Ordinance No. 3420, as presented.
Motion seconded by Council Member Norwood. Motion prevailed by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
I. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
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1.1 ORD-3415 Consider adopting Ordinance 3415 amending in its entirety the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Farmers Branch,Texas,
as previously amended, by adopting the "Farmers Branch
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance" as set forth in Exhibit "A" of
Ordinance; and take appropriate action.
Planning Manager Alexis Jackson briefed City Council regarding this item. Ms. Jackson
explained at the request of the Council, during the January 10th meeting, staff has edited
Article 2.9—Accessory Uses and Structures, per the discussion at this meeting. The detailed
changes are located below, as well as the document titled "Accessory Uses and Structures".
a. Prior approval of a specific use permit shall be required for accessory buildings
described as follows prior to installation or construction on any property:
i. Accessory buildings constructed with at least one full wall with or without
window and/or door openings (other than a detached garage or carport
used only for vehicle storage) covering a lot area greater than 120 square
feet, including, but not limited to, workshops, storage buildings, pool
houses, and similar structures;
ii. Accessory buildings constructed with no full walls (i.e. open on four sides
with not more than one 1/2 wall), covering a lot area greater than 200
square feet, including, but not limited to, open sided gazebos, outdoor
kitchens, pergolas, and similar open sided structures.
iii. No accessory building (other than a detached garage or carport used only
for vehicle storage) covering a lot area greater than 200 square feet
"open" (see j.i.) or 120 square feet "closed" (see j.ii.) shall be installed or
constructed on any property without prior approval of a specific use
permit.
Mr. Gillies explained the existing CZO contains twenty-nine (29) Articles. The new CZO
organizes all the existing elements into the following seven (7) Articles: Article 1- General
Provisions; Article 2- Zoning Districts and Uses; Article 3- Zoning Districts Dimensional
Standards; Article 4- Site Development Standards; Article 5- Special Districts; Article 6-
Administration; and Article 7- Definitions.
After discussion, Council Member Lynne made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 3415, as
presented. Motion seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Froehlich. Motion prevailed by the following
vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
1.2 R2017-018 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-018 calling for a Public
Hearing on creation of a Public Improvement District within the City
of Farmers Branch, Texas; and take appropriate action.
City Manager Charles Cox briefed City Council regarding this item. Mr. Cox explained that
in developing a large portion of Mercer Crossing for a residential subdivision, the developer
has petitioned the City to create a Public Improvement District over their property in order to
levy assessments on property owners for the payment of certain public infrastructure that will
be owned by the City. Mr. Cox explained the City would levy and collect the assessments and
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use those assessment revenues to reimburse the Developer for the cost of the public
improvements up to a specified amount.
Mr. Cox stated he has provided an amended exhibit. He further stated the staff report has
been updated with a corrected public hearing date of February 14, 2017.
Mr. Cox explained upon receipt of a petition from the owner of the property to create a Public
Improvement District, the City Council needs to accept the petition and move forward with
creating the Public Improvement District. He noted the creation of a Public Improvement
District requires a public hearing with notice of such hearing to be both published in a
newspaper and mailed to each property owners 16 days prior to the City adopting a Resolution
creating the Public Improvement District. He explained this resolution calls the public hearing
on February 14, 2017, at a City Council meeting and authorizes the publication of notice of the
public hearing in the newspaper and the mailing of notice of the public hearing to the property
owners within the proposed Public Improvement District.
After discussion, Council Member Lynne made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-
018, as presented. Motion seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich. Motion prevailed by the
following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tem Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
1.3 R2017-011 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-011 adopting the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2016 as submitted by Grant Thornton, LLP; and take
appropriate action.
Finance Director Sherrelle Evans-Jones briefed City Council regarding this item. Ms.
Evans-Jones explained the City Charter requires a complete report on the finances and
administrative activities of the City for the preceding year by an independent Certified Public
Accountant and that such report be prepared and submitted to the City Council within 120 days
of the end of the fiscal year. Ms. Evans-Jones stated the audit for the year ending September
30, 2016 was prepared and submitted to the City Council prior to tonight's meeting in
compliance with the City Charter provisions. She noted that the City Charter also requires a
City Manager's report within ninety(90)days after the audit report submission outlining actions
to be taken on any auditor recommendations. She further added no report to management
was issued for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, as no material weaknesses in
internal accounting controls were identified. Senior Manager with Grant and Thornton, LLP
Natalie Woods provided a power point presentation with audit summary. Ms.Woods explained
there have been no significant changes to accounting policies.
After discussion, Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich moved to approve Resolution No. 2017-011, as
presented. Motion seconded by Council Member Norwood. Motion prevailed by the following
vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
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1.4 R2017-014 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-014 approving a site plan
for Hoebeke Builders for a 1.86 acre tract located at 2522-26 Leta
Mae Lane and 2523-2525 Danny Lane; and take appropriate action.
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Community Services Director Andy Gillies briefed City Council regarding this item. Mr.
Gillies explained Hoebeke Builders Incorporated, has acquired 1.86 acres of undeveloped
land within Planned Development No. 36 (PD-36), to construct five (5) single family
detached lots. Mr. Gillies explained there is a requirement for the developer to build a
missing portion of Leta Mae Lane (approximately 255 feet in length). Each of the proposed
lots will meet or exceed the development requirements of PD-36 and the R-4 zoning
district. The Developer as agreed to these terms.
After discussion, Mayor Phelps made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-014, as
presented. Motion seconded by Council Member Norwood. Motion approved by the
following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
1.5 R2017-012 Consider approving Resolution No. 2017-012 Justice Center
security improvements.
Police Chief David Hale briefed City Council regarding this item. Chief Hale explained that on
May 3, 2016, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3369 authorizing the issuance of City of
Farmers Branch, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series „,
2016, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,600,000 for public safety
improvements, equipment and supporting systems for the Farmers Branch Justice Center
Security Upgrade Project. He explained Gallagher Construction has been retained as the
Construction Manager and Advisor for the Justice Center upgrades(Resolution No. 2016-120).
He further stated a review of the contract and architectural services has been conducted by
both staff and the Construction Manager and finds that the professional services outlined by
BRW meet the requirements in the scope of work for the Justice Center project. He noted
funds are available in the project budget for these services. Chief Hale explained tonight City
Council will consider a proposed agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects (BRW)
in an amount not to exceed $260,000, to provide professional architectural design services for
the Justice Center Security Upgrade Project.
Council Member Lynne made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2017-012, as presented.
Motion seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich. Motion approved by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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J.1 17-349 Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant
to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate
regarding:
• Discuss commercial or financial information the city has receive
from a business prospect(s), and to deliberate the offer of a
financial or other incentive to BSN.
• Discuss commercial or financial information the city has received
from a business prospect(s), and to deliberate the offer of a
financial or other incentive to Project W.
Council shall convene into a closed executive session pursuant
to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate
regarding:
• Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or sale of real property
located north of 635, east of 135, south of Valwood Parkway and
west of Webb Chapel.
K. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION AND TAKE ANY ACTION NECESSARY
AS A RESULT OF THE CLOSED SESSION
Motion made by Council Member Bomgardner to authorize the City Manager to negotiate
and execute an economic development agreement on behalf of the City with BSN Sports
and/or its related entities to provide a grant equal 0.50 cents per square foot of space leased
at the building located at 4849 Alpha Road not to exceed $31,500 to be paid upon issuance
of certificate of occupancy provided: BSN leases 63,000 square feet of space at 4849 Alpha
Road for 15 months and maintains at least 250 employees for at least 15 months; BSN
leases space at 1901 Diplomat for at least 5 years for its inventory. Motion seconded by
Council Member Norwood. Motion prevailed by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
Motion made by Council Member Lynne to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and
execute an economic development agreement on behalf of the City with WeWork, LLC and
/or its related entities to provide a grant up to $1.00 per square foot of space leased in the
building located at 5005 LBJ Freeway, Farmers Branch, Texas in an amount not to exceed
$60,000, to be paid upon issuance of certificate of occupancy with respect to such lease
space; provided that We Work, LLC leases not less than 20,000 square feet of space at 5005
LBJ Freeway for a lease term of not less than 7 years with a lease commencement date of
not later than June 1, 2017. Motion seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich. Motion
prevailed by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
Motion made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich that the City Manager be authorized to
take such action on behalf of the City as may be reasonable and necessary to purchase, or
authorize the purchase of property described as Lot 15, Block C, Farmersdell Addition, an
addition to the City of Farmers Branch, Texas known as 12915 Wilmington Drive, for a
purchase price not to exceed $115,000.000 plus standard closing and acquisition costs and
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to sign, and authorize the City's agent, to sign such other agreements, documents, and any
amendments thereto, as the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, deems
reasonable and necessary with respect to the closing of said transaction. Motion seconded
by Council Member Bomgardner. Motion prevailed by the following vote:
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Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tem Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
L. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Motion
seconded by Council Member Lynne. Motion prevailed by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Mayor Pro Tern Froehlich, Council Member
Norwood, Council Member Bomgardner, Council
Member Lynne
The meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
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