1980-06-16 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 16, 1980
COUNCIL CHAMBER
POLICE BUILDING
All members of the City Council were present:
Mayor Bill Binford
Mayor Pro Tem John Dodd
Councilmen: Ken Ouevreaux
Fred Johnson
Pat Haggerty
Herb Weidinger
The following members of the City Administration were present:
City Manager Paul M. West
City Secretary J. W. Wade
City Attorney John Boyle
Public Information Officer Shelley Cranford
Recording Secretary Ruth Ann Parish
Mayor Binford called the City Council meeting of May 19, 1980 to
order at 7:30 P.M..
AGENDA ITEM NO. A.1-INVOCATION.
Dr. Melvin Newland o Dallas Christian College gave the invocation.
AGENDA ITEM NO. A.2-APPROVAL OF MINUTES
After consideration, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by
Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", approved the minutes of the
meeting of May 19, 1980 as submitted.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty and
all voting "aye", moved Agenda Items D.1, D.2 and C.18 to be
discussed under Agenda Item No. C.1.. The items on the agenda
were:D.l-Discuss Library Study
D.2- Discuss Paramedic Program
C.18- Presentation Regarding Services for Older Ctt zees of the.
Community by the Northwest Dallas County Service Center,Znc,
C.1- Public Hearing: Hearing on use of. Revenue Sharing Funds
and the Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 1980-1981,
Councilman Dodd made a motion declaring an emergency,and placing
C.20 on the Agenda and that it be discussed after the Executive Session
After some discussion, Councilman Dodd amended his motion that
C.20-Consider Resolution Regarding; Appontment8 of Farmers Branch
Hospital Authority Board Members by Farmers Branch City Council,
be placed on the agenda and considered as Agenda Item No. D,6.
Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. All voted "aye"'.
Vol. 33, Page 45.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by
Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved the site plan of
the Farmers Branch Shopping Center submitted by John R.-Thompson
and Partners, Inc., with the following conditions as recommended
by the Planning and Zoning Commission:
1. Remove Sears sign and pole.
2. Remove the Norge sign and pole
3. Remove the Western Auto sign and pole.
4. Not approve a median cut at Valley View Lane alley
entrance.
5. Dedicate fire lane easements.
6. Remove the two poles by the Myers Department Store.
7. The large Farmers Branch sign at the corner of Valley
View and Josey Lanes be removed andYa new shopping
center indentification sign be submitted to the City
Staff for approval before a sign permit is issued.
8. The shopping center owner to work with the City Staff
to remove the traffic access problem at the northwest
driveway entrance from Valley View Lane.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.7-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR
T% AT T A f'TTTITOrr' T T.T f'f1T T T' I'll 7n?.1'r 0 T%TL'TDTr-P -D
Mayor Bin or gave the following in ormation rom a memo to the
Council from the Administration. Dallas Christian College is
located within an R-4 Zoning District. The college has a Specific
Use Permit for a college use and a private primary and secondary
school use. Due to development and Specific Use Permit requirements,
site plan approval is required before building permits can be issued
for new improvements'on the property. The property is within the
third fire district and wood frame buildings may be constructed with-
in the district provided they comply with all building code require-
ments and provided they are approved on a site plan, Dallas Christian
College would like to located two portable buildings on their property
to house classrooms. The college would like to use the two portable
classroom buildings for a four or five year period.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan be
approved subject to a period not to exceed two years.
Dr. Melvin Newland of the Dallas Christian College was present in
behalf of the request. Dr. Newland requested that the College be
allowed to use the buildings longer than the two year period recommender
by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by
Councilman Quevreaux, all voting "aye", approved the site plan
for the Dallas Christian College with the understanding that the
approval is for a period not to exceed three years beginning
September 1, 1980.
Vol. 33, Page 52.
AGENDA ITEM NO. B.1-PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS.
Mayor Bin ford presented a 10 year service award to Robert Clarkson
of the Building Maintenance Division; and 10 year service awards
to Tommy Seabolt and John C. Brim of the Fire Department for
their employment with the City.
AGENDA ITEM NO. B.2-PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS TO CITY
COUNCIL.
Mayor Binford explained that this item is placed on the agenda of
each meeting in order to give anyone who would like to serve on
an advisory board or commission an opportunity to meet and address
the City Council. No one was present to submit an application.
AGENDA ITEM NO. B.3-PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION.
Mayor Binford presented certificates of recognition to the Farmers
Branch Boys Gymnastics Team for winning their second straight
United States Gymnastics Federation State Title on May 3, 1980.
Coach Greg Larimer introducted the boys and told of their accomplish-
ments.
The boys were: George Wells, James Patterson, Ronnie Harper,
Lance King, Barry Taylor, Stan Martin, Allen Ludford, Steve Nelson,
Robert Finch, Mike Martin and Michael Williams.
AGENDA ITEM NO. B.4-CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM BURGER
KING STORES INCORPORATED.
District Manager Roger Thurston and Marketing Coordinator Rita
Bonner were present from Burger King Stores Incorporated.
Mr. Thurston presented a donation of a check in the amount of
$107.00 to the city for the summer youth camp program sponsored
by the parks and Recreation Department.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all
voting "aye", accepted the donation from the Burger King Stores
with appreciation.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.1-PUBLIC 11EARI11G: HEARING ON USE OF REVENUE SHARING
FUNDS AND THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1980-81.
Mayor Bin or opened the public hearing explaining that the purpose
of the hearing was to secure public input at the beginning of the
budget process. The Revenue Sharing "Proposed Use Hearing" is
required by law.
The following; appeared presenting requests for consideration.
Library Board Recommendations:
Mrs. Florence Mason spo e in behalf of the Library Board. Mrs. Mason
requested the following items to be included in the 1980-81 budget.
1. $350.00
2. $225.00
3. $700.00
4. $ 10.00
$I17$5?S6
for the Texas Library Association Convention
in Houston, April, 1981,
for Book Reviews
for Photography Contest in September, 1980.
for Membership Dues to 'texas Library Association,
Total ,
Vol. 33, Page 46.
Mrs. Mason also presented a request that the City Council include
in the 1980-81 budget,expenditures for the expansion of the
Manske Library. Mrs. Mason reviewed some points of interest from
a survey Mr. William D. Gooch conducted on the Manske Library.
The survey recommended that at least 9,400 sq. ft. be added to the
existing library. Cost estimates were: $677,800.00 for construction
of addition; $94,000.00 for architectural engineering and moveable
furnishings; and, $5,000.00 for topographic survey, foundation
analysis and material testing. The total amount estimated is
$776,800.00. Mrs. Mason suggested that a 17, per month be allowed
for escalation costs.
Mrs. Mason stated that the Library Board asks the City Council to
give consideration to these requests when preparing the 1980-81
budget.
Paramedic Program Recommendation:
Councilman Haggerty reviewed the report received by the City Council
on paramedic programs. Councilman Haggerty described Method IV of the
report which recommends a paramedic ambulance at each fire station
with two paramedics. This would require twelve additional indivi-
duals with paramedic`qualifications. The estimated cost for this
program is $350,000.00 a year.
Councilman Haggerty explained that the individuals will be in dual
roles of both firemen and paramedics. Councilman Haggerty stated
that if the paramedic system is adopted this year, it would take
two years for its full operation due to the additional medical
training needed for qualified paramedics.
Councilman Johnson brought out that the Regional Transportation
Authority has the ability to provide paramedic services if the
Regional Transportation Authority method is voted favorably by
the citizens in August.
A discussion between the members of the City Council was held
relating to providing paramedical services in Farmers Branch.
Senior Citizens Request.
Mrs. Kathryn Reeves, a volunteer worker with the senior citizens
in the Farmers Branch area, presented a request to the City Council
to consider allocating funds from the 1980-1981 city budget to
insure the continuation of services by the Northwest Dallas County
Service Center to older citizens of Farmers Branch. Mrs. Reeves
explained that governmental funds from Title 3 will no longer be
available to the Northwest Dallas County Service Center after
September 30, 1980.
Mrs. Reeves described programs that are available by the Northwest
Dallas County Service Center to the senior citizens in this area.
Mr. Jerry Fasom and Mrs. Cassandra Campbell, both representing the
Northwest Dallas County Service Center, were also present in behalf
of the request.
Vol. 33, Page 47.
A discussion was held between Mrs. Campbell and the members of
the City Council relating to funding the project by contract with
all the four cities invloved. The total budget is $26,000.00.
Farmers Branch's pro rated share is $10,600.00.
A discussion was held by members of the Council relating to
organizations funding the programs of the Service Center.
Mrs. Campbell stated that most organizations could not guarantee
funds every year and they needed assurance that funds were going;
to be available for these on-going projects.
Mr. Easom stated that the Northwest Dallas County Service Center
was facing a deadline and asked the Council to consider this request
as soon as possible.
Rawhide Creek Improvement Request.
Mr. John Wells, 13521 Heartside Place, presented a request for
funds to be provided in the 1980-1981 budget for park improve-
ments on Rawhide Creek between Josey Lane and Dennis Road.
Mr. Wells stated that this area needs grass, water and maintaining.
The creek needs cleaning out. Trees need to be replaced and cared
for. Mr. Well requested that the erosion of the creek banks be
investigated.
Other Comment.
Mr. Dave Blair, 3105 Golfing Green, suggested that consideration
be given to decreasing the 1980-1981 budget and decreasing the tax
rate.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Councilman
Johnson, a second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", closed
the public hearing.
Councilman Haggerty made a motion that instructed the City Manager
to included Paramedic Program Method IV in the planning process
of the 1980-1981 budget for consideration.
Councilman Johnson seconded the motion and all voted "aye".
Councilman Haggerty made a motion that instructed the City Manager
to include funds in the`1.9B0r-1481 budget for consideration for architectural
services and site plan preparation for an expansion to the Manske
Library. Councilman Dodd seconded the motion and all voted "aye".
Councilman Weidinger made a motion that instructed the City Manager
to include funds in the amount of $10,643.60 in the 1980-1981 budget
for consideration for services provided by the Northwest Dallas
County Service Center. '
Councilman Haggerty amended the motion to include that the present
Council members recommend " to the future Council members to continue
supporting the programs of the Northwest Dallas Council Service Center.
Councilman Johnson seconded the motion and amendment. The motion
carried unanimously.
Vol. 33, Page 48.
Councilman Haggerty made a motion that instructed the City Manager
to prepare a budget for consideration with a tax decrease of at
least $.05.
Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. The motion carried 3 to 2
with Councilman Haggerty, Weidinger and Dodd voting "aye", and
Councilmen Quevreaux and Johnson voting "nay".
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.2-HEAR REQUEST FOR LONE STAR GAS COMPANY'S
RATE INCREASE AND CONSIDER SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE.
Mr. Bi 11 T ogmartin, Manager o the Lone Star Gas Company for Farmers
Branch, formally presented a request for a rate increase. On May 23,
1980 the Lone Star Gas Company filed an application for a $240,828.00.
rate increase. The Public Utility Regulartory act. requires a public hearing3 on thi:
request within 60 days of the filing date. This hearing should be
held prior to July 22, 1980.
Mr. Thogmartin stated that there has not been an increase by Lone
Star Gas Company in 2 15 years. Mr. Thogmartin explained that the
increase of 6.92% is brought on by inflation in the last two years.
Mr. Thogmartin explained how the requested increase would effect
the residential and commercial customers.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by
Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", set the public hearing date
on July 1, 1980 to consider the request for the Lone Star Gas Company's
rate increase.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C. 3-CONSIDER SUSPENDING LONE STAR GAS COMPANY'S
RATE INCREASE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO HIRE A RATE
A ter some discussion, a motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second
by Weidinger, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No. 80-0010 that
suspends the operation of proposed rate schedules filed by theiLone
Star Gas Company for a period of one hundred twenty days, and
authorized the City Manager to hire a rate consultant to study and
make a recommendation on the request.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.4-PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REOUEST FOR A SPECIFIC
E PERMIT FOR A CHURCH IN AN R- ZONING DISTRICT. PROPERTY LOCATED
AT THE NORTHWEST COR ITER OF VALLEY VIEW LANE AND TATEBB CHAPEL ROAD.
Mayor _ i.n or opened the public hearing an informed that the
Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing on June 9,
1980 to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance by granting a Specific
Use Permit for church use in an R-4 Zoning District on the property
located at the northwest corner of Valley View Lane and Webb Chapel
Road. The Commission continued consideration on this matter until
June 23, 1980, therefore no recommendation has been made to
the City Council. The City's Zoning Ordinance requires a recommenda-
tion from the Planning and Zoning Commission before the City Council
can take any action on any proposed amendment, supplement, or
change to the Zoning Ordinance.
Vol, 33 a Page 49,
A motion by Councilman Johnson, a second by Councilman Dodd, all
voting "aye", continued the public hearing until July 7, 1980.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.5-PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN
APPROVAL FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13001 VERONICA LANE. OLD
Mayor Bin ford opened the public hearing. Warner-Amex Cable Television
Company has the franchise for cable television service in Farmers
Branch. The company would like to use the old post office building
at 13001 Veronica Lane as their central office. The property is
within the PD-7 (LR-1) Zoning District.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan
be approved subject to seven conditions.
Mr. John Mayo, Assistant Manager of Warner-Amex in Farmers Branch,
presented a slide program explaining the Warner complex, its operation,
locations of various existing systems, and of the present condition
of the site at 13001 Veronica Lane. Mr. Mayo explained plans for
remodeling of the building, repaving of the parking lots, erection
of screening fences, installation of landscaping, and the placement
of two disc-§, approximately 15' diameter, antennas and 1 -80' tower.
The following spoke concerning the request:
Mr. Ed Sostecke, 3130 Brookhaven Club Drive, inquired as to the
height of the tower and of how many service trucks would be in and
out of the property.
Mr. Mayo replied that the tower was planned to be 80' in height and
there would be only 4 to 8 service vans at the property.
Mr. B. N. Horrocks, 2949 Phyllis, inquired as to whether there
would be any interference with the reception of televisions in
this area because of the tower and discs that were planned for
the property. He stated he was opposed to this consideration.
Mr. Mayo replied that there would be no interference on their
televisions.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Councilman
Johnson, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", closed
the public hearing.
There followed a discussion between Mr. Mayo and the members of the
City Council relating to the height of the proposed tower, television
interference, location of the tower on the property, improvements
planned for the building, egress and ingress of the property and
of the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Vol. 33, Page 50.
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Councilman Haggerty made a motion to approve the site plan for the
property located at 13001 Veronica Lane for a cable television
central subject to the following conditions as recommended by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
1. A landscaping plan indicating specific types of
materials to be used and be submitted to the Commission
for their approval.
2. The type of fence construction and screening be indicated
on the site plan.
3. An agreement from the adjacent shopping center owner to
allow refuse container to be serviced from the adjacent
property be obtained.
4. Warner-Amex Cable Television Company enter into a
maintenance agreement with the City on landscaping
along Veronica Lane.
5. A concrete pad be constructed in the refuse container
area.
6. Parking lot be resurfaced.
7. The landscape plan be approved by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. The motion carried 4 to 1
with Councilmen Haggerty, Weidinger, Quevreaux and Dodd voting "aye"
and Councilman Johnson voting "nay".
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.6-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL OF
THE FARMERS BRANCH SPOPPING CENTER IN THE PD-8 (LR-1 ZONING
Mayor Binford gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration. A site plan has been submitted
by John R. Thompson and Partners Inc. for the Farmers Branch
Shopping Center located at the southwest corner of Josev Lane and
Valley View Lane in the PD-8 (LR-1) Zoning District. The site
plan indicates the removal of some existing signs along Valley
View Lane, including the large Farmers Branch Shopping Center sign,
and the construction of a new sign on the southwest corner of
Valley View and Josey Lanes. The site plan proposes the construction
of new store fronts in the shopping center, the resurfacing of the
parking lot, and concrete pads for the dumpsters.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site
plan be approved with eight conditions.
Mr. John Cole, representing John R. Thompson and Partners Company
was present in behalf of the request. 1Ir. Cole stated that they
were in agreement with the conditions recommended by the Planning
and Zoning Commission with the exception of the last condition.
The condition was that the shopping center owner is to work with
the city staff to remove the traffic access problem at the north-
west driveway entrance from Valley View Lane.
Vol. 33, Page 51.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.8-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR
THE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH?-ZEST CORNER OF VALMAR WAY AND
IH 5E IN THE PD-25 ZONING DISTRICT.
Mayor Bin or explained that a site plan has been prepared for a
108,490 sq.ft. office/warehouse building to be located at the
southwest corner of IH35E and Valmar Way. The property is located
within the PD-25 Zoning District. Site plan approval is required
for this area before building permits can be issued. The property
will be replatted at a later date.
Note: On February 19, 1979, a Specific Use Permit was issued for
a Chrysler Dealership to be constructed on the subject property.
The property cannot be used for any other use, until the Specific
Use Permit is deleted. Public hearings, to consider deleting the
Specific Use Permit are scheduled for June 23, 1980, before the
Planning and Zoning Commission and July 7, 1980, before the City
Council.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the request
for site plan be approved with seven conditions.
Mr. John Mays was present representing the proposed developer.
Mr. Mays discussed plans for the development of the property
and stated that they were in agreement to the conditions recommended
by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by
Councilman Haggerty, all voting "aye", approved the site plan for
the property on the southwest corner of Valmar Way and IH35E as
recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City
Administration with the following conditions:
1. A variance be obtained from the Zoning Ordinance
allowing paved parking areas in the front yard along IH35E.
2. Provide complete landscaping plan for approval by the
City Administration.
3. Realign access easement along south property line.
4. Site plan needs to indicate the height of the building,
dimensions of the building, property dimension, any signs
desired, dumpster location and screening of dumpster
location.
5. Provide some means to prevent erosion of earthen channel
along access easements.
6. Landscaped areas along IH35E frontage road and Valmar
T,Jay should have a lawn sprinkler system.
7. Access road to sanitary sewer lift station be an all
weather type road,
8. That the Specific Use Permit for Chrysler be deleted.
Vol. 33, Page 53.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.9-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL OF THE
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 2300 BLOCK OF VALLEY VIE14 LANE ON THE
SOUTH SIDE OF VALLEY VIEW LANE APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET EAST OF VALLEY
B. _ C_ L ?_IE .
Mayor Bin ord gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: An office/showroom-office/ware-
house complex is planned by Midway Development Company for the
property located in the 2300 Block of Valley View Lane on the south
side of Valley View Lane between the Sears Service Center and the
Farmers Branch Bank. The property is within the PD-24 (LI) Zoning
District. A site plan, landscape plan and sprinkler plan has been
submitted by Midway Development Company. Midway Development Company
is planning to construct the project in two phases. The landscape
plan and sprinkler plan is for the first phase only. The landscape
and sprinkler plans indicate only the landscaping to be provided for
the north side of the property and Phase I. An additional landscape
plan will be submitted for Phase II when that phase is ready for
development.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan
be approved with the condition that the landscape plan and
sprinkler plan be approved by the City Staff prior to a building
permit being issued.
After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a
second by Councilman Dodd, all voting "aye", approved the site
plan of the property located in the 2300 block of Valley View Lane
on the south side of Valley View Lane approximately 300 feet east
of Valley Branch Lane, with the condition that the landscape plan
and sprinkler plan be approved by the City Staff prior to the
issuance of a building permit.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.10-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTWEST CORNER OF ROYAL LANE AND
FERRELL DRIVE. LOCATED IN THE PD-22 (M -ZONING DISTRICT.
Mayor Binford gave the following information rom a memo to the
Council from the Administration: Laws & Garrett Company is pro-
posing to construct a 34,290 sq.ft. office/warehouse building
at the northwest corner of Royal Lane and Ferrell Drive. The
property is within PD-22 Zoning District allowing LI uses. A
site plan of the property has been submitted. The site plan
indicates building location, parking areas and landscaping.
The property is in the process of being replatted.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site
plan be approved with two conditions.
Mr. Carl Stein of Haws & Garrett Company was present in behalf
of the request. Mr. Stein stated that they were in agreement
with the conditions recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Vol. 33, Page 54.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all voting
"aye", approved.the site plan for the property located at the north-
west corner of Royal Lane and Ferrell Drive, with the conditions
(1) that the site plan indicate the installation of a sprinkler
system in the landscape area; and, (2) a low berm system be added
in landscape area along the streets.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.11-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL OF
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2812 LINEVILLE IN THE PD- MF- ZONING
LJ 1 D J_ IC.L U.L .
Mayor Binford gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: Prestige Condominiums, Inc.
is in the process of converting the Tara Apartments into condo-
miniums. A site plan has been submitted indicating 170 condominium
units on the property. The parking requirements for that number of
units is 383 spaces. The site plan indicates that 404 parking
spaces will be provided. The site plan also indicates carports
and fences to be constructed. The carports are of metal construction.
The carports will provide 186 covered parking spaces.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan
be approved with the condition that the covenants be reviewed
and approved by the City Administration and City Attorney.
Mr. Bobby Rawlins, with Prestige Condominiums, Inc., was present
in behalf of the request. Mr. Rawlins explained the plans for
converting the apartments. The units within the complex will sell
for $37,000 to $60,000, depending upon the size of the individual
unit.
A discussion was held between Mr. Rawlins and members of the City
Council relating to the procedure and manner in which the existing
apartment residents were informed of the conversion.
After some discussion, Councilman Haggerty made a motion to approve
the site n_lan of the property located at 2812 Lineville with the
condition that the covenants be reviewed and approved by the City
Administration and City Attorney.
Councilman Dodd seconded the motion. The motion carried 3 to 2 with
Councilmen Haggerty and Dodd voting "aye", with Councilmen Quevreaux
and Weidinger voting "nay", and, Councilman Johnson abstained which
is counted as an affirmative vote.
Vol. 33, Page 56.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.12-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR REVISED SITE PLAN
APPROVAL OF THE CENTRE PLAZA HOTEL PROPERTY.
Mayor Bin or gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: The Centre Plaza Hotel is under
construction at 4099 Valley View Lane. The property is zoned PD-1.
The original site plan approved for the property did not indicate
signage. Before sign permits can be issued, sign locations must
be approved on a site plan by the City Council. The Centra Plaza
Hotei'has submitted a site plan indicating sigr_age for the project.
The signs are generally wall-mounted signs and traffic control
signs (pole signs) place throughout the site. The major indenti-
fication sign for the Centre Plaza Hotel is located at the main
entrance to the property approximately 52 feet north of the right-
of-way line of Valley View Lane. The main indentification sign
is a monument type sign, 50 feet tall and 25 feet wide.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the site plan
be approved with the condition that all pole signs be located
entirely upon the Centre Plaza Hotel property and within landscaped
areas and at sites and with stipulations approved by the City Staff.
Mr. Don Boitnott was present in behalf of the request by the
Centre Plaza Hotel.
Mr. Boitnott and the members of the City Council entered into
a discussion concerning the proposed signs and their locations.
After more discussion, Councilman Johnson made a motion to
approve the revised site plan submitted for the Centre Plaza
Hotel property conditioned that all pole signs be located entirely
upon the Centre Plaza Hotel property and within landscaped areas
and at sites and with stipulations approved by the City Staff.
Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion.
The motion carried 4 to 1 with Councilmen Johnson, Weidinger, Dodd
and Haggerty voting "aye", and Councilman Ouevreaux voting "nay".
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.13-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL OF
THE HARRIS GRANT TRACT, A REPLAT OF A PORTION OF BLOCK E, BELTWOOD
BUSINESS PARK, SECOND INSTALLMENT.
Mayor Bin or gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: This tract of land is located
on the east side of Beltwood Parkway East approximately 1000' south
of Belt Line Road. This property is located in a Light Industrial
Zoning District. The site is being replatted in order to create
a building site.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the final
plat be approved.
A motion by Councilman Haggerty, a second by Councilman TAmeidinger,
all voting "aye", approved the final plat of the Harris Grant Tract,
a replat of a portion of Block E, Beltwood Business Park, Second
Installment.
Vol. 33,~Page 57.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.14-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL
5, 6, 7
FOR VICEROY-DOMINION ADDITION, A REPLAT OF LOTS
BLOCK A, LUNA 635 BUSINESS PARK.
Mayor Bin or gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration. This tract of land is located
at the northwest corner of the intersection of Royal Lane and
Ferrell Drive. The property is located in a Planned Development
District. This site is being replatted to create three larger
building sites where four smaller sites had previously been
platted.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the final
plat be approved.
After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Johnson, a second
by Councilman Quevreaux, all voting "aye", approved the final plat
for Viceroy-Dominion Addition, a replat of Lots 5, 6, 7 & 8, Block
A, Luna 635 Business Park.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.15-CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A
DEVELOPER'S CONTRACT BETWEEN MOBIL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORA-
TION AND THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, AND ACCEPT A HOLD HARMLESS
AGREEMENT FOR THE MOBIL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SUB-
DIVISION.
Mayor Binford gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: The Developer's-Contract for
the Mobil Research and Development Corporation provides for the
installation of the required improvements within the Mobil Subdivi-
sion. This property is being platted and public improvements
installed according to the provisions of the contract before the
issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Quevreaux, all
voting "aye", authorized the City Manager to sign a Developer's
Contract between Mobil Research and Development Corporation and
the City of Farmers Branch, and accept a Hold Harmless Agreement
for the Mobil Research and Development Corporation Subdivision.
AGENDA ITEM 110. C.16-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL OF
THE MOBIL OIL COMPANY PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER
OF ALPHA ROAD AND MIDWAY ROAD.
?Mayor Bi.n or gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: The Mobil Oil Company property is
located in the northwest corner of Alpha Road and Midway Road.
The property is located in a Light Industrial Zoning District.
This site is being platted to create a building site for the
Mobil Research and Development Corporation.
The Planning and Zoning Commissior recommended- that the plat be approved.
After some consideration, a motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by
Councilman Johnson, all voting "aye", approved the final plat of
the Mobil Oil Company property located at the northwest corner of
Alpha Road and Midway Road.
Vol. 33, Page 58.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.17-HEAR PROGRESS REPORT ON THE FAR?'-'RS BRANCH-
CARROLLTON FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT.
Mr. Larry Craddock, Chairman an Mr. Charles Page, Manager of the
Farmers Branch Control District, gave an informative report on
the progress of development of the property lying within the
District.
C.18-DISCUSSED UNDER ITEM rIO. C.l.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.19-CONSIDER. RF,COnKENDAT_ION FROM THE PLANNING
AND ZONING COMMISSION.
Mayor Binford gave the following information from a memo to the
Council from the Administration: On June 9, 1980, the Planning
and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing related to the
request of the Farmers Branch Church of Christ for a Specific Use
Permit to operate a church at the corner of Webb Chapei Road and
Valley View Lane. The church will provide parking for over 300
automobiles on the property. During the hearing there was a
discussion concerning an increase in traffic on the intersection
of Valley View Lane and Webb Chanel Road due to construction of the
church, and an increase in traffic on Las Campanas, Marsann, and
Cinco Streets if the streets were extended through the church
property.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the City
do a traffic study in this area.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Haggerty, all
voting "aye", instructed the City Administration-to conduct a
traffic study to see how the Farmers Branch Church of Christ will
impact the traffic in the area (the immediate neighborhood and
the intersection of Webb Chapel and Valley View) with the streets
closed (Las Campanas, Marsann, and Cinco) and with them open.
Councilman Dodd had requested to discuss a matter with the
Council under this item but information had not been received
for the discussion. Councilman Dodd made a motion to table
the item until the next Council meeting. Councilman Weidinger
seconded the motion and all voted "aye".
D.1 AND D.2-DISCUSSED UNDER ITEM NO. C.l.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.3-CONSIDER PROPOSAL FROM HAY AND ASSOCIATES.
After reviewing the proposal from Nay and Associates relevant to
job analysis and position classification of employees, Councilman
Haggerty made a motion that the Citv obtain additional proposals
from other firms, the O.P.M. Study and information from T.M.L.
in order to compare with the Hay and Associates proposal.
Councilman Dodd seconded the motion and all voted "aye".
Vol. 33, Page 59.
AGENDA NO. D.4-CONSIDER AWARDING BID-FOR. STEEL DOORS AT RECREATION
CENTER.
Information given in memo to the City Council from the Administration:
Bids were sent to three vendors with two vendors returning a bid.
National Door submitted a bid of $3,594.00. Door Systems Incorpora-
ted submitted a bid of $4,165.00. Neither company submitted their
bids before the 10:00 a.m., June 4 deadline. Both turned in their
bids between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 n.m. on June 4. The Administration
recommended that the Council waive the irregularities of bid sub-
mission for both companies, and award the low bid to National Door
meeting the specifications for $3,594.00.
A motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second by Councilman Dodd, all
voting "aye", waived the irregularities of bid submission and
awarded the bid to National Door in the amount of $3,594.00 for
steel doors at the Recreation Center.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.5-CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR
BIDS FOR MATERIALS FOR WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROGRAM.
motion by Councilman Quevreaux, a second by Counci man Dodd, all
voting "aye", authorized the advertisement for bids for water main
replacement program materials.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.6-CONSIDER RESOLUTION REGARDING APPOINTMENT OF
FARMERS BRANCH HOSPITAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEMBERS BY FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL.
Mr. Jack Bailey, representing the Brookhaven Medical Center explained
that plans are to build a hospital in the northern part of Carrollton.
and the City Council of Carrollton has asked to have representation
on the Board of Directors of the Authority. Mr. Bailey stated that
they have gone over several plans to recommend for accomplishing
the desire of the Carrollton City Council.
Mr. Bailey presented a proposal the Hospital Authority feels will
be workable and acceptable to the Carrollton City Council. The
proposal allows the Farmers Branch Hospital Authority Board to
appoint five members; ( two members being; from Farmers Branch and
two members from Carrollton with one of these being recommended
by the Carrollton City Council, and one member being from the
medical staff of the hospital). The proposal allows the Farmers
Branch City Council to appoint four members with one member being
as recommended by the Carrollton City Council.
Other alternatives for board appointments were discussed by some
of the members of the City Council.
After more dicussion, Councilman nuevreaux made a motion instructing
the drafting of a resolution whereby the Farmers Branch City Council
annoints three members to the Farmers Branch Hospital Authority
Board plus one person as recommended by the Carrollton City Council;
and, the Hospital Authority Board appoints five members, two from
Farmers Branch, two from Carrollton with one of these being as
recommended by the Carrollton City Council, and one member from
the hospital medical staff; conditioned upon passage of
a resolution by Carrollton City Council and of the Authority
accepting this method of appointments. Councilman Johnson seconded
the motion. The motion carried 4 to 1 with Councilmen Ouevreaux,
Johnson, Haggerty and Weidinger voting "aye", and Councilman :odd
voting "nay". Vol, 33, Page 60.
NO ITEMS WERE DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
AGENDA T_TFM NO. F.1-ADJOURNMFNT.
A motion by Councilman Dodd, a second by Councilman Ouevreaux, all
voting "aye", adjourned the Council meeting of June 16, 1980 at
11:34 P.M..
Mayor Bill Rinfor
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