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1983-05-02 CC Minutes (2)CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING MAY 2, 1983 7:30 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER POLICE BUILDING The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Council Members John Dodd David Blair Carol Dingman Bill Glancy Herb Weidinger The following member of the City Council was absent: Mayor Pro Tem Fred Johnson The following members of the City Administration were present: City Manager Paul M. West City Secretary J. W. Wade City Attorney John Boyle Recording Secretary Ruth Ann Parish Mayor Dodd called the City Council meeting of May 2, 1983 to order at 7:30 P.M. The meeting was televised. AGENDA ITEM NO. A.1-INVOCATION. Councilman Weidinger gave the invocation. AGENDA ITEM NO. A.2-PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS. Mayor Dodd explained that this item is placed on the agenda to give citizens an opportunity to present applications to the Council for serving on any of the various advisory boards. No one presented a board application. Vol. 39, Page 61. Mayor Dodd announced that the Centre Plaza Hotel, Hilton LBJ and the Summit Hotel were awarded the Triple AAA, American Automobile Association, 4-Diamond Award for providing exceptional service. Mayor Dodd announced that Mrs. Alice Ellet, Chairman of the Senior Adult Group, requested that the citizens of Farmers Branch be invited to a community meeting at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 6, 1983 or 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 12, 1983, in the Council Chambers to discuss the possibility of senior adult activities in Farmers Branch. Mayor Dodd announced that the incident involving the death of a dog had resulted in policy change for the Animal Shelter. He read an article from the Times-Chronicle Newspaper recounting the incident and thanking the City Sanitarian Tom McDougald and city officials for their prompt action. AGENDA ITEM NO. A.3-CONSIDER PROCLAIMING MAY AS "SENIOR CITIZENS MONTH" IN FARMERS BRANCH. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. In conjunction with the nationally recognized "May Is Senior Citizen Month" program, Mayor Dodd wishes to proclaim the month of May as Senior Citizen Month in Farmers Branch. Mayor Dodd read the proclamation. Councilman Blair made a motion to proclaim the month of May as "Senior Citizen's Month" in Farmers Branch. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. B.1-CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES APRIL 18, 1983 MEETING. I ~I Councilman Blair made a motion to approve the minutes of April 18, 1983 as written. Councilman Glancy seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.1-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR LEFT TURN LANE ON JOSEY LANE AT REEDCROFT DRIVE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. This item has been placed on the agenda at the request of Mr. Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadows Circle. Mayor Dodd asked if Mr. Vernon Smith was present. No one spoke. Vol. 39, Page 62. Councilman Blair made a motion to delay Item No. C.1-Consider Request For Left Turn Lane On Josey Lane At Reedcroft Drive And Take Appropriate Action until 8:10. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.2-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR A 3-WAY STOP AT HOLLANDALE AND SUNROSE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. This item was tabled for further study at the April 18, 1983 City Council meeting. The original request was made by Mr. John Jost of 2828 Hollandale. Mr. Jost presented a petition with fifteen (15) signatures to the City Council to request the 3-way stop at this intersection. The Engineering Division has performed a study of the impact on making a 3-way stop at this intersection. The City Staff has prepared an ordinance that would provide for amending the current Stop Sign Ordinance to provide for a 3-way stop at this intersection. The City Staff recommends that the request for a 3-way stop at the intersection of Hollandale and Sunrose not be approved. There was discussion concerning the intent to slow traffic, the suggestion that the Engineering Division study an east and west stop sign at Heartside, installation of additional speed limit signs on Hollandale and further study of the intersection at Heartside. Councilwoman Dingman made a motion to install speed limit signs and "slow curve" signs on Hollandale and further study the inter- section of Heartside. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unani- mously. MAYOR DODD ANNOUNCED THAT AGENDA ITEM NO. C.1-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR A LEFT TURN ON JOSEY LANE AT REEDCROFT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION WOULD NOW BE CONSIDERED. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by recognizing Mr. Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadows Circle. Mr. Smith presented a request for the construction of a left turn lane on Josey Lane to Reedcroft to allow people to access the park area and residents on Reedcroft. There was discussion concerning the cost of a left turn lane, $10,000 to $15,000, and the possibility of budgeting funds for the project. Vol. 39, Page 63. There was further discussion concerning the estimated completion of the Josey Lane bridge in September or October and the possibi- lity of constructing the left turn lane during the bridge's construction. Councilman Glancy made a motion to consider the construction of a left turn lane on Josey Lane at Reedcroft Drive in the 1983-84 budget. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.3-PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT DART FINAL SERVICE PLAN AND RATE OF TAX AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the public hearing by stating that this item had been placed on the agenda at his request. He stated that it was his recommendation that a public hearing be held but that no action be taken until the Council meeting of May 16, 1983. This would permit each Council member to evaluate citizen comments and to acquire any information desired prior to taking official action. The Council can comply with legislative requirements and Farmers Branch can participate in the proposed transportation authority if approval is given by May 27, 1983. The interim board of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has adopted its Final Service Plan and the tax rate required to implement the plan. An election has been called for August 13, 1983 for citizens to vote on the proposed plan and tax rate. The proposed tax rate is a 10 sales tax. The service plan may be revised to the extent necessary to compensate for any cities which do not act to approve the plan within the statutory time limit (May 27, 1983). State legislation requires that the plan and rate of tax be approved by the City Councils of cities within the proposed authority prior to an election being held in each city. There will be no election held within a city, and plans for transit facilities for that city will be deleted from the plan, if the plan and tax rate are not approved by the City Council of that city. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Joel Robuck, representative for the City on DART. Mr. Robuck gave a summary of the proposed plan and requested that the City Council approve the plan. He stated that DART had made their final decision of the service plan on April 14, 1983 and distributed the plan to 21 cities. Mr. Robuck stated that the Immediate Action program covered the period of 1984 to 1986 and was a dramatic expansion of the bus service throughout the Dallas Metropolitan area. He stated that local and express, north-south bus service would be available in the Farmers Branch area on major thoroughfares. Mr. Robuck stated that east-west bus service would also be available and that more 11 Vol. 39, Page 64. than one hundred new buses would be provided for all suburban cities in the Metropolitan area. Mr. Robuck stated that the long-range plan was the Fixed Guideway plan, a rail component, that was divided into phases with the first being 1984 through 1995• Mr. Robuck stated that the MKT railroad that runs out of Downtown Dallas, paralleling Stemmons Freeway, would be utilized. He also stated that bus-lanes would be established on LBJ Freeway as a part of the first phase of the Fixed Guideway plan. Mr. Robuck stated that from 1995 to 2000 the second phase of the plan would be to extend the MKT line and incorporate the Cotton Belt Railroad line through Farmers Branch to Carrollton. He stated that the third phase of the plan, from 2000 to 2010, would add a spur line running south of the Cotton Belt Railroad line from Addison Road to Alpha Road. Mr. Robuck stated that he felt that the DART plan would help to minimize traffic congestion in future years and he asked for the City Council's support. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. David Simmons, with Centre Plaza Hotel. Mr. Simmons stated that he was speaking for Centre Plaza Hotel, the Hilton LBJ and the Summit Hotel, the major hotels along LBJ Freeway in Farmers Branch. He stated that these three hotels supported the DART plan. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Joe Crank, 13031 Glenside. Mr. Crank stated that the plan that DART is proposing transports people downtown and then back to Farmers Branch. He stated that more people are coming to work in Farmers Branch and would not be effected by this plan. Mr. Crank stated that approving the DART plan would create another unecessary level of government and requested that the City Council consider the cost to the Farmers Branch citizen. Mayor Dodd recognized Ms. Cynthia Stanaland, 12220 Brisbane. Ms. Stanaland stated that citizens should have the chance to decide if they want to participate in the DART plan. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadow Circle. Mr. Smith questioned what percantage of revenue was produced for DART by the City of Farmers Branch. Mr. Robuck answered by stating that $130,000,000 would be generated by the tax if all cities participated. He stated that he did not know what percen- tage the City of Farmers Branch would generate. Mr. Smith then asked who was representing the City of Farmers Branch on the DART board. Mr. Robuck answered by stating that he represented the Cities of Addison, Coppell, Farmers Branch, Flower Mound, Highland Park and University Park on the interim board. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. George Grimmer, 3040 Eric. Mr. Grimmer stated that this public hearing was being held for the City Vol. 39, Page 65. Council to decide whether to let the DART plan be heard and voted on by the citizens, not to actually approve or disapprove of the DART plan. There being no one else wishing to speak, Councilman Glancy made a motion to close the public hearing. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The public hearing was closed. There followed a discussion concerning the voting procedures for the DART plan. It was stated that if the citizens of Farmers Branch voted against the DART plan, a transportation authority would not be established in Farmers Branch. The Farmers Branch vote would not affect the City of Dallas or any group of con- tiguous cities consisting of a minimum of 300,000 people. It was stated that if the City of Dallas or other cities did vote to establish a transportation authority in that area, citizens from Farmers Branch going into these areas would be taxed the 1% sales tax without receiving any transportation services. It was stated that there would be several points of concern should the City of Farmers Branch decide at a later date to join in the transpor- tation plan after initially voting against the plan. These con- cerns would include changes to the overall plans and some sort of financial committment to the DART authority. There was also discussion concerning the fare policy for buses. It was stated that zones would be established similar to those now existing in the Dallas Transit system and that bus fare would probably cost more than 500 if coming from Farmers Branch. It was stated that questions about the DART plan could be directed to Mr. Joel Robuck's office or the DART Office and that public meetings would be held in June and July to various citizen groups to inform them about the system. Mayor Dodd stated that the Cities of Addison, Carrollton and Farmers Branch had formed a committee called the Northwest Rapid Transit Corridor (NOR-COR) and instituted a study by Rice Center in order to study transportation for the area. Mayor Dodd announced that Council consideration on the plan would come before the Council on May 16, 1983• AGENDA ITEM NO. C.4-PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. REQUESTED BY LUTHERAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12100 WEBB CHAPEL ROAD IN THE PD-18 0 ZONING DISTRICT. Mayor Dodd opened the public hearing by giving the following information from an Administrative memo. Lutheran Medical Vol. 39, Page 66. Systems of North Texas would like to erect three identification signs for Dedman Medical Center - Brookhaven Campus. Two signs are proposed along LBJ and one at the entrance of the complex along Webb Chapel. Due to the planned development zoning, site plan approval is required before permits may be issued. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends the following: 1. That only two signs be approved. 2. The 27 ft. tall triangular shaped sign along LBJ be setback 5 ft. from the property line. 3. The sign along Webb Chapel at Medical Center Drive be setback 7 ft. from the property line along Webb Chapel and 15 ft. from the property line along Medical Center Drive, with the condition that the diamond shaped por- tion of the sign be at the eastern end of the sign. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Jack Bailey, 2 Lost Valley, represent- ing Lutheran Medical Systems. Mr. Bailey requested site plan approval for monument signs and directional signs on the Dedman Medical Center - Brookhaven Campus. He stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission had approved all signs with the exception of the sign at LBJ and had proposed moving the Lutheran Medical Systems logo on the sign at Webb Chapel and Medical Center Drive to the eastern end of the sign. Mr. Bailey requested that the logo remain on the western side of the sign. Mayor Dodd recognized Ms. Cynthia Stanaland, 12220 Brisbane. Ms. Stanaland stated that she was in favor of the sign along LBJ. Councilman Glancy made a motion to close the public hearing. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The public hearing was closed. Mayor Dodd recognized the Director of Community Services Tom Scales. Mr. Scales stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission felt that pedestrian traffic might be impeded by the height of the logo on the sign and that the logo was more esthe- tically pleasing located on the east end of the sign. Councilwoman Dingman made a motion to approve the request for site plan for Lutheran Medical System as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The motion failed due to lack of a second. Councilman Blair made a motion to approve the request for site plan for the property located at 12100 Webb Chapel Road as recom- mended by the Planning and Zoning Commission with the addition Vol. 39, Page 67. that the third sign be approved and constructed when the LBJ extension is constructed. Councilman Glancy seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. C.5-CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. REQUESTED BY METRO SIGNS FOR THE PRO- PERTY LOCATED AT 2330 SPRINKLAKE IN THE PD-24 LI ZONING DISTRICT. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. Metro Signs is requesting site plan approval to allow the erection of a 30 ft. pole sign within the required front yard to identify Craig's Auto Centers. Due to the planned development zoning classification, site plan approval is required before building permits may be issued. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that the site plan be approved with the condition that the pole sign be moved back behind the face of the existing building along Springlake Drive. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Mike Edgar, representing Metro Signs. Mr. Edgar described the design of the the sign and ageed with the recommendation of Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilwoman Dingman made a motion to approve the site plan for 2330 Springlake as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all mem- bers voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. D.1-CONSIDER ORDINANCE NUMBER 1442, ADOPTION OF BUILDING CODE. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. The City currently uses the 1976 Edition of the Uniform Building Code as building code for the City of Farmers Branch. The Uniform Building Code is a national code compiled and published by the International Conference of Building Officials. The building code is updated and new publications are issued every three (3) years. The 1982 Edition of the Uniform Building Code is the most current in publication. Ordinance Number 1442 has been prepared adopting the 1982 Edition of the Uniform Building Code as the building code for the City of Farmers Branch along with previously adopted local amendments to the building code. Ordinance Number 1442 adopts the new 1982 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, carries over previous local amendments in the 1976 edition of the Uniform Building Code, and does not make any other significant changes in the building code standards of the City of Farmers Branch. The City Staff recommends that Ordinance Number 1442 be adopted. Vol. 39, Page 68. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Rick Vognild, 3705 Blue Trace, representing American Iron and Steel. Mr. Vognild stated that he had sent a letter to the City Council stating that American Iron and Steel supported adoption of the 1982 Edition of the Building Code with the exception of Section 22 which requires a two hour fire resistive wall in a first and second fire zone. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Gary Bufae, executive vice-president of the Metal Building Dealers Association. Mr. Bufae gave a slide presentation showing the construction of metal buildings. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Mike Caldwell, district manager of National Forest Products. Mr. Caldwell stated that he was in favor of adopting the 1982 Uniform Fire Code but in opposition to Section 22. After discussion, Councilman Blair made a motion to adopt the following captioned Ordinance No. 1442 as presented: "An Ordinance Of The City Of Farmers Branch, Texas, Adopting The 1982 Edition Of The Uniform Building Code As Prepared By The International Conference Of Building Officials; Repealing Ordinance #'s 1168, 1182, 1243, 1271, 1272, 1278 And 1370; Amending Sections 104, 204, 205, 301, 302, 304, 305, 307, 503, 707, 902, 1210, 1704, 1807, 3206, Table 33A, 3802, 3805 And Table 38A Of The 1982 Edition Of The Uniform Building Code; Adding Chap- ter 16; Repealing All Ordinances In Conflict Herewith; Providing A Penalty Of Fine Not To Exceed The Sum Of ($200.00) Two Hundred Dollars For Each Offense; Provid- ing A Severability Clause; Providing For Injunctive Reflief; And Declaring An Emergency". Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. D.2-CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1441 - ADOPTION OF 1982 UNIFORM FIRE CODE WITH AMENDMENTS. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. The proposed ordinance adopts the 1982 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code. The adoption of this Fire Prevention Code will provide an updated Code that is compatible with the Building Code. This Code with the recom- mended amendments will provide necessary fire safety regulations based on nationally recommended standards. The City Staff recom- mends that Ordinance No. 1441 be adopted. Vol. 39, Page 69. Councilman Weidinger made a motion to adopt the following cap- tioned Ordinance No. 1441: "An Ordinance Of The City Of Farmers Branch, Texas, Amending The Code Of Ordinances By Adopting The Provi- sions Of The Uniform Fire Code, 1982 Edition, As The Fire Code Of The City Of Farmers Branch; Amending Cer- tain Sections Of The Code Of Ordinances; Amending Sections 2.302, 10.207(a), Article 10, Sections 10.301, 10,309, 10.312, Table 10.312, Sections 11.301, 12.104, 45.207, 77.106(a), 77.106(b), Article 78, Sections 79.204, 79.301(b), 79.501, 79.601(a), 79.902(b), 79.1401, 80.105, 81.105(b), 82.105(x) And Article 82 Of The Uniform Fire Code; Repealing Ordinance No.'s 1166, 1167 And 1212; Repealing All Ordinances In Conflict Herewith; Providing A Penalty Of Fine Not To Exceed The Sum Of ($200.00) Two Hundred Dollars For Each Offense; Providing A Severability Clause; Providing For Injunc- tive Reflief; And Declaring An Emergency". Councilman Glancy seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. D.3-CONSIDER SUPPORTING LEGISLATION INCREASING THE HOTEL MOTEL TAX FROM 476 TO 7o AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. The Texas Municipal League is requesting the City Council to approve support for pending legislation in the Texas House of Representatives to increase the Hotel/Motel Tax from a maximum at 4% to a maximum of 7/. Mayor Dodd recognized Mr. Chuck Wade, general manager of the Hilton LBJ Hotel. Mr. Wade stated that he represented the Hilton LBJ Hotel, Centre Plaza Hotel and the Summit Hotel. He stated that these hotels were in opposition to the Council's support of this legislation. After discussion, Councilman Glancy made a motion to support legislation increasing the hotel/motel tax from 4% to 7%. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with Councilmembers Glancy and Weidinger voting "aye" and Councilmembers Dingman and Blair voting "nay" and Mayor Dodd voting "aye" breaking the tie. The motion carried by a 3 to 2 vote. AGENDA ITEM NO. D.4-CONSIDER GRANTING HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS ON TAX ROLLS FOR 1983 AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. The Dallas County Appraisal Vol. 39, Page 70. District is requesting information from the City regarding homestead exemptions for 1983 tax rolls. The information is requested by the District prior to May 20, 1983• The current exemption granted is 40% on all resident homesteads and a $50,000 exemption for over 65 and disability. We have discussed the estimated increase in the 1983 Tax roils with the Appraisal District personnel and have been informed they do not anticipate any substantial increase. The City Staff was informed that the reappraisal will be very limited in Farmers Branch. Ordinance No. 1443 being considered provides for a 40% homestead exemption and a $50,000 exemption for over 65 and disabled. After discussion, Councilwoman Dingman made a motion to adopt the following Ordinance No. 1443: "An Ordinance Granting For 1983 A Married Or Unmarried Adult Including One Living Alone, An Exemption From Ad Valorem Taxation 40 Percent Of The Market Value Of The Market Value Of Residence Homestead; Granting A $50,000 Of The Assessed Valuation Of Residence Homesteads Of Persons Who Are Under A Disability For Purposes Of Federal Old Age, Survivors And Disability Insurance And Of Persons Sixty-Five (65) Years Of Age Or Older From All Ad Valorem Taxes For Said Year; Providing A Sever- ability Clause And Declaring An Emergency." Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. D.5-CONSIDER APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR HIRING OF DEPAR Mayor Dodd opened the discussion by giving the following infor- mation from an Administrative memo. The Council has recently adopted an ordinance establishing licensing provisions for rented homes in the City of Farmers Branch. The Community Services Department is requesting funds to purchase equipment and to hire an Inspector to implement the licensing program. The City Staff recommends that the funds be appropriated. There followed discussion concerning utilizing the present inspectors, the definition in the Zoning Ordinance of "Family", the inspection of the rent property, procedures for enforcement of the licensing ordinance and the enforceability of the ordi- nance. Councilman Glancy made a motion to authorize $16,500 in funds for hiring an employee to implement the licensing program. Vol. 39, Page 71. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with Councilmembers Glancy, Weidinger and Blair voting "aye" and Councilwoman Dingman voting "nay". The motion carried by a 3 to 1 vote. ITEM NO. D.6-CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. No one spoke. MAYOR DODD ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR THE GENERAL SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED. AFTER A SHORT RECESS, THE 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, SECTION 2 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. a. Discuss Personnel Matters There was discussion of appointing Council represen- tatives to the Council of Governments, Office on Aging and to the Farmers Branch Hospital Authority. b. Discuss Land Acquisition C. Discuss Pending and Contemplated Litigation City Attorney John Boyle and Attorney Adrain reported on the MKT Railroad paving assessment case. City Attorney John Boyle gave a status report on the Addison case. THE COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION. AGENDA ITEM NO. E.2-CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. Councilman Blair made a motion to appoint Councilwoman Carol Dingman as liaison to the Office of Aging, Councilman Herb Weidinger as liaison to the Farmers Branch Hospital Authority and Mayor John Dodd as liaison to COG. Councilman Glancy seconded Vol. 39, Page 72. the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM NO. E.3-CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON LAND ACQUISITION DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. No action necessary. AGENDA ITEM NO. E.4-CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION IN PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. Councilman Weidinger made a motion that the City Attorney and City Administration be authorized to settle the MKT Railroad vs. City of Farmers Branch Paving Assessment Lawsuit for the prin- ciple amount of $17,182.84 due and owing the City of Farmers Branch for the paving assessment. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried unani- mously. AGENDA ITEM NO. F.1-ADJOURNMENT. Councilman Glancy made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all members voting "aye". The motion carried. The meeting of May 2, 1983 was adjourned at 10:56 P.M. Vol. 39, Page 73• G✓ City ecretary