1986-09-18 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
08/18/86
COUNCIL CHAMBER
POLICE BUILDING
7:30 P.M.
The following members of the City Council were present:
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmembers
John D. Dodd
John Dunagan
David Blair
Carol Dingman
Bob C. Phelps
Herb Weidinger
The following members of the City Administration were present:
City Manager Paul M. West
Assistant City Manager Steve Carpenter
Assistant City Manager Gene Carlton
City Attorney John Boyle
City Secretary Randall Mahaffey
Director of Community Services Tom Scales
Assistant Director of PARD Jeff Fuller
Director of Public Works Earl Deland
Assistant City Engineer Mark Pavageaux
Recording Secretary Ruth Ann Parish
Mayor Dodd called the City Council Meeting of 08/18/86
to order at 7:32 p.m. The meeting was televised.
A.1 INVOCATION
Councilmember Phelps gave the invocation and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
A.2 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM ED REYNOLDS OF
WINDOWS FOR THE HISTORICAL PARK.
Mayor Dodd stated that Ed Reynolds would like to donate eight
window casements complete with glass to the Historical Park. The
windows would be used in the preliminary restoration of the Old
Church and/or School.
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Mayor Dodd explained that the donation of the windows will keep the
City from having the windows fabricated.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", accepted the donation from Ed Reynolds
of eight window casements complete with glass for the preliminary
restoration of the old Church and/or School located at the
Historical Park.
A.3 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM VERNA RUMMEL FOR A
HANGING SWEDISH IVY PLANT FOR THE SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY
CENTER.
Mayor Dodd stated that Verna Rummel would like to donate a hanging
plant to the Senior Adult Activity Center. The estimated cost of
the Swedish ivy plant is $20.00.
A motion by Councilmember Dingman, a second by Councilmember
Phelps, all voting "aye", accepted the donation from Verna Rummel
for a hanging Swedish Ivy Plant for the Senior Adult Activity
Center with the estimated cost of $20.00.
A.4 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION OF CREPE PAPER FROM
JULIA WILEY FOR USE AT THE SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER
Mayor Dodd stated that Julia Wiley had a large back stock of crepe
paper she would like to donate to the Senior Adult Activity Center.
The crepe paper will be used for decorations for special events and
activities held at the Senior Adult Activity Center.
A motion by Councilmember Dingman, a second by Councilmember
Dunagan, all voting "aye", accepted the donation of crepe paper
from Julia Wiley for use at the Senior Adult Activity Center.
A.5 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM AL WOODALL FOR
DOOR STOPS AND KEY PEG BOARD FOR THE SENIOR ADULT
ACTIVITY CENTER.
Mayor Dodd stated that Al Woodall has made wooden door stops for
the doors of the Senior Adult Activity Center. These door stops
help during activities when a large number of senior adults are at
the center. The staff is able to prop open the doors to allow an
easy flow of traffic.
Mayor Dodd explained that the key peg board will allow the staff to
hang all the keys pertaining to the Senior Adult Activity Center
and Community Building in one location in the staff office to allow
easy access by all staff and volunteers.
A motion by Councilmember Weidinger, a second by Councilmember
Blair, all voting "aye", accepted the donation from Al Woodall for
door stops and key peg board for the Senior Adult Activity Center.
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Mayor Dodd stated that appropriate thank you notes for all of the
donations would be sent to the donors.
A.6a PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
LARRY SMART OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT-10 YEAR AWARD.
DETECTIVE SERGEANT LARRY SMART 10 YEAR AWARD
A.6b PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
SALLY HARVEY, PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 5-YEAR
SERVICE AWARD.
RECREATION SUPERVISOR SALLY HARVEY ......................5 YEAR AWARD
A.6c PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
ALAN DORE OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT-5 YEAR AWARD.
POLICE OFFICER ALAN DORE ................................5 YEAR AWARD
A.6d PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
LUCIO VALDEZ, PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 5-
SERVICE AWARD.
FACILITY MAINTENANCE FOREMAN LUCIO VALDEZ ...............5 YEAR AWARD
A.7 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS.
Mayor Dodd stated that this item gives applicants an opportunity to
present board applications to the City Council.
No one was present to submit board applications.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY RESIDENT
Mr. W.D. Holmes, 2756 Bay Meadows, Farmers Branch was present and
commended Councilmember Weidinger, in behalf of the City Tax
Payers, for his participation in presenting his views at the
Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School District, Public
Hearing regarding a 20% tax increase.
A.8 PRESENTATION OF INVITATION TO THE COUNCIL FROM THE
FARMERS BRANCH BUSINESS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
Mayor Dodd stated that this item has been placed on the agenda at
the request of the Farmers Branch Business Chamber of Commerce.
Ms. Janie Scarbrough, 3426 Brockway, Executive Vice President of
the Farmers Branch Business Chamber of Commerce, was present and
extended an invitation to the Mayor and the City Council to attend
the City Wide Sidewalk Sale, which is being sponsored by the
Chamber of Commerce and the City of Farmers Branch this Saturday.
The events will be held, August 23rd, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00
p.m., at the Chamber and the City Activity Tent, which will be
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located at Valley View Lane and Josey Lane in the Safeway parking
lot.
Ms. Scarbrough, described the activities and prizes associated with
the "City Wide Retail Sidewalk Sale".
Mayor Dodd stated that the City Wide Retail Sidewalk Sale has been
a great success in the past and is a great way to show support for
the area merchants. Mayor Dodd requested all those that could make
it to please attend.
B.1 CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS
AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd explained that under the title of consent items are
items that are to be considered and action taken that may not need
discussion individually. Any member of the City Council or the
audience may request to withdraw any item from the consent items
and place the item before the Council for full discussion. The
concept for the consent items is being established in order to
speed up discussion for those items that need more time for
discussion.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember Blair,
all voting "aye", added to the Consent Agenda Items, Regular Agenda
Items No. C.4, D.4, D.5, D.6, D.7 and D.10 and removed Consent
Agenda Item No. B.li for full discussion.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember Blair,
all voting "aye", approved the following Consent Agenda Items.
B.1a APPROVED MINUTES OF JULY 21, 1986 COUNCIL MEETING.
B.lb APPROVED REQUEST BY CENTRE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. FOR
FINAL REPLAT APPROVAL OF LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 5 OF
VALWOOD PARK, FARMERS BRANCH PHASE II, TO CREATE A SITE
FOR OFFICE BUILDINGS.
B.1c ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1646 FOR DESIGNATING A SCHOOL
ZONE ON TEMPLETON TRAIL, FROM CLOVERDALE LANE TO MYRA
LANE AS CAPTIONED BELOW:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1210
BY DESIGNATING A SCHOOL ZONE ON TEMPLETON
TRAIL FROM CLOVERDALE LANE TO MYRA LANE AND
SPECIFYING THE SPEED LIMIT WITHIN THIS
SCHOOL ZONE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF
FINE NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS
($200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY."
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B.1d
ACCEPTED A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT FROM MOBIL OIL
CORPORATION FOR PURPOSES OF INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING
A PROPOSED 16" WATER MAIN LOCATED FROM SPRING VALLEY
ROAD NORTHWORD AND ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF MIDWAY ROAD.
B.le
AUTHORIZED THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE
VALLEY VIEW MEDIAN STREETSCAPE ENHANCEMENT WHICH
INCLUDES LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION FROM MUSTANG TRAILS
TO 135E.
B.1f
AUTHORIZED THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR
RAWHIDE PARK LANDSCAPE.
B.lg
AUTHORIZED THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE
RECONSTRUCTION OF VALWOOD PARKWAY PHASE I.
B.lh
AUTHORIZED THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE
ORAN GOOD PATHWAYS.
B.lj
AUTHORIZED THE CONTINUATION OF THE HEALTH
SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN DALLAS COUNTY AND THE
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,707.00.
B.lk ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1647 AMENDING THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH ZONING ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
FOR CHURCH - DENOMINATIONAL SCHOOLS IN SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AREAS AS CAPTIONED BELOW:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CITY'S ZONING
ORDINANCE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 8, SECTION
102 BY ADDING CHURCH-DENOMINATIONAL SCHOOL
(OR DAY NURSERY); AND BY AMENDING ARTICLE
8, SECTION 700, DEFINITIONS, BY ADDING NO.
18-A AND DEFINING CHURCH-DENOMINATIONAL
SCHOOL; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS
OF ORDINANCES THAT ARE IN CONFLICT;
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 INJUNCTIVE RELIEF;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY."
B.11 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO.86-026 AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH
THE STATE OF TEXAS TO ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR DRAIN-
AGE AT THE CITY POINTE NORTHWEST JOINT VENTURE PROJECT
AS CAPTIONED BELOW:
"RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SIGN A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE
OF TEXAS WHEREBY THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS WILL ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY
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FOR DRAINAGE AT THE CITY POINTE NORTHWEST
JOINT VENTURE PROJECT."
B.1m CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO.86-027 AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A MULTIPLE-USE AGREEMENT WITH
THE STATE HIGHWAY AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
FOR A JOGGING PATH AND PARK FACILITIES IN THE STATE
RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO PARK WEST PHASE II AS
CAPTIONED BELOW:
"RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SIGN A MULTI-USE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE
HIGHWAY AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION FOR A JOGGING PATH AND PARK
FACILITIES IN STATE HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY
ADJACENT TO PARK WEST PHASE II."
B.1n APPROVED SELECTION OF COLORS (DARK GREEN - MUSTARD AND
RUST) FOR THE RAILROAD DEPOT AT THE HISTORICAL PARK,
AS RECOMMENDED BY THE JPJ ARCHITECTS AND APPROVED BY
THE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION BOARD.
C.4 APPROVED THE SITE PLAN REQUEST OF CENTRE DEVELOPMENT
CO., INC. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF
DIPLOMAT DRIVE, SOUTH OF DELEGATE DRIVE IN PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 22 ZONING DISTRICT FOR 82,286 SQ. FT. OF
OFFICE/WAREHOUSE/MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS
VALWOOD PARK 24, ON A 3.8873 ACRE TRACT OF LAND.
D.4 ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1645 FOR ESTABLISHING A SPEED
LIMIT OF 45 MPH ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SERVICE ROADS
OF IH635 (LBJ FREEWAY) IN FARMERS BRANCH FROM LUNA ROAD
TO THE EAST CITY LIMITS AS CAPTIONED BELOW:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1210,
WHICH SPECIFIED THE REASONABLE AND PRUDENT
SPEED FOR PUBLIC STREETS AND ALLEYS WITHIN
THE CITY BY AMENDING SECTION 2 OF SAID
ORDINANCE TO SPECIFY A 45 MPH SPEED LIMIT
ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SERVICE ROADS OF
INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 635 FROM LUNA ROAD TO
THE EAST CITY LIMITS; RETAINING ALL OTHER
PROVISIONS AND SECTIONS OF SAID ORDINANCE
NO. 1210."
D.5 APPROVED THE FLOOD PLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
FOR CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS OF COOKS CREEK AND FILLING
THE FLOODPLAIN FRINGE FOR PROPERTY RECLAMATION WEST
OF BEE STREET AS SUBMITTED BY DEVELOPER JEFF NOLEN.
D.6 APPROVED RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONTINUING THE FUNDS
FOR THE REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT OF STATE HIGHWAYS AS
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REQUESTED BY JACK WORLEY, CHAIRMAN OF THE MAYOR'S
COMMITTEE FOR HIGHWAY FINANCE.
D.7 APPROVED RESOLUTION SUPPORTING NEW LEGISLATION BY STATE
LEGISLATURE CONCERNING FUNDING FOR STATE HIGHWAYS AS
REQUESTED BY JACK WORLEY, CHAIRMAN OF THE MAYOR'S
COMMITTEE FOR HIGHWAY FINANCE.
D.10 AWARDED THE BID ON THE PORTABLE STAGE FOR THE
SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER TO CENTRAL DISTRIBUTING
COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,581.00.
EMERGENCY ITEM
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", declared an emergency and placed
C.9, Discuss Outside Sales at the Skaggs Alpha Beta Store at Valley
View and Josey Lanes and Take Appropriate Action, on the Agenda.
B.li CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE CITY HALL MASTER SITE PLAN
RECOMMENDED BY SEDWAY-000KE AND ASSOCIATES AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Sedway-Cooke and Associates, the
consultants preparing a comprehensive plan for the City of Farmers
Branch, has prepared a master plan for the new City Hall area. The
plan will serve as a concept plan for a guide during the
architectural design phase of the new City Hall.
Mayor Dodd stated that the architect selected for the new City Hall
design, F & S Partners, has requested that the City Council adopt
the City Hall area portion of the preliminary City Hall master Plan
prepared by Sedway-Cooke and Associates, pages IV-1, IV-2, IV-3,
IV-4, IV-5, IV-6, IV-7, IV-8 and Appendix "B".
Councilmember Dingman stated that the Preliminary City Hall Master
Plan is only to provide guidance for the Architect and by adopting
this concept, we are not adopting any part of the Master Plan that
Sedway Cooke is preparing.
A motion by Councilmember Dingman, a second by Councilmember
Phelps, all voting "aye", adopted the Preliminary City Hall Master
Site Plan Concept as recommended by Sedway-Cooke and Associates to
serve only as guidance for the Architect during the architectural
design phase of the new City Hall.
B.2 CITY MANAGER REPORTS.
City Manager, Paul West gave an informative report on the programs,
projects and happenings of the various departments of the City.
B.3 MAYOR'S REPORT.
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Mayor Dodd stated that in the interest of time and at the request
of the Council most of the things that the Mayor has to report on
can be brought into the regular order of business.
C.1 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RECOMMENDATION OF
THE ALCOHOL ZONING ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AND TAKE
THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that in June of 1986, the City Council appointed
an Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee. The goals of the Committee
were:
1. To write an Ordinance pertaining to places/areas
where alcohol may be sold.
2. To recommend types of establishments where alcohol
may be available.
3. To provide the necessary review process of controls
of alcohol sales in Farmers Branch.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Committee has completed its goals and
has prepared a recommendation in the form of a proposed Ordinance
for the City Council's consideration.
Mayor Dodd explained that the purpose of this hearing is to gather
input from the public.
Mayor Dodd opened the Public Hearing.
Dr. Percy M. Pentecost, 3140 Palmdale, Farmers Branch, Chairman of
the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee was present and stated that:
1. The over use of alcohol is one of the major
problems of our society.
2. That alcohol by the drink is perfectly legal per
statues of the State of Texas
3. It is the responsibility of the City Council to
grant licences for the dispensing of alcohol.
4. It was the function of the Alcohol Zoning
Ordinance Committee to make recommendations for
an Ordinance to establish guidelines for the
City Council to issue permits for the dispensing
of alcohol.
Dr. Pentecost explained that the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee
organized into four sub-committees:
1. Sub-Committee to consider areas of City where
alcohol may be sold. (Mike Tucker, Don Primm,
Calla Davis)
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2. Sub-Committee on who should be aloud to sell
alcohol. (Ben Armistead, Murphy Williams, Kathryn
Reeves)
3. Sub-Committee on what would constitute a review
of an alcohol dispensing permit. (Judy Burd,
Mark Seiley, Jack Ramsay)
4. Sub-Committee to makeup the Composition, of
the proposed Alcohol Zoning Ordinance. (Nancy
Hardie, Eric Hanner, Bill Moses)
Dr. Percy Pentecost displayed a map and illustrated the areas
recommended for the selling of alcohol.
Mr. Ray Flaherty, 13220 Challaburton, Farmers Branch, was present
and stated that he had read the information presented by the
Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee and found it to be very
thorough and extensive. Mr. Flaherty stated that he is in favor of
the proposed Alcohol Zoning Ordinance and complimented the
Committee.
Mayor Dodd read the main topics and points from a letter from
Vernon Smith, P.O. Box 810691, Dallas, Texas, resident of Farmers
Branch. The written points from Mr. Vernon Smith's letter were as
follows:
1. I suggest that the proposed areas for selling
alcoholic beverages recommended by the committee
be approved.
2. I suggest that the proposed $80.00 per square
foot interior finish recommended by the committee
is far too high. I believe the highest known
cost of any commercial building interior finish
in Farmers Branch would be closer to $25.00 to
$45.00 per square foot which would be a more
acceptable figure to use in the ordinance.
3. The committee reject retail sales of wines, beer,
and liquor for off-site consumption. I believe
this would be a mistake and suggest that package
retail be permitted but restricted to those areas
mentioned above.
4. I believe it is inconsistent to insist that the
bar area be screened from view of eating areas
when the hotels and other places in Farmers
Branch have not had that same restriction. The
ordinance should be consistent with what has been
allowed by the hotels.
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n
5. I support the ordinance with my suggested changes
and believe it will benefit all our citizens, not
just a few.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Dingman questioned how the proposed ordinance would
affect the existing private club permits, both those which are in
the proposed areas where alcohol can be sold and cannot be sold.
City Attorney, John Boyle explained that this is a proposed
amendment to the Zoning Ordinance and under the procedure it would
be necessary for the matter to be advertised for consideration and
recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission then for the
Council. Mr. Boyle further stated that the ordinance in it's
present form does not include two private clubs which are in the
area that would not be aloud in the future, but under this
ordinance those two private clubs would be held to be valid and
legal and would allow them to continue, not as non-conforming
users, but as legal and valid users which would give them the
ability to expand. The private clubs which are located in the area
where it would be permissible are not addressed precisely. Mr.
Boyles recommended that as the ordinance comes forward, Mr. Scales,
Director of Community Services, examine and evaluate the
applicability of this ordinance to the ordinance's that zoned those
various clubs and for the City to have this factual information
before it, to enable the Council to determine as to whether or not
the Council wants this ordinance to apply or desire those to become
non-conforming, or legal and valid. Mr. Boyle further stated that
the existing ones, he would recommend that the Council address
specifically with the known facts, and this is not a large area,
approximately twelve would need to be addressed specifically.
Councilmember Blair questioned the amount of footage required for a
buffer zone.
Dr. Percy Pentecost stated that a 300-foot buffer zone is required
and is consistent with the State Statues. Dr. Pentecost explained
that if any part of the ordinance is declared unconstitutional or
not in compliance with the State Statues that the whole ordinance
will not become null and void.
Dr. Percy Pentecost further stated that the requirements of 5,000
square feet at $80.00 per square foot for interior furnishings
would provide for quality restaurants and hotels and would be
adjustable with inflation and deflation.
Mayor Dodd stated that this ordinance will be sent to the Planning
and Zoning Commission, to be advertised for a "Public Hearing",
then the Planning and Zoning Commission will make their
recommendations to the City Council. The Council is contemplating
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the second meeting in September as a tentative date for the
finalization of the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember Phelps,
all voting "aye", conferred favor and conceptual acceptance of the
Ordinance as captioned below and directed the Ordinance back to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for study, input and a Public
Hearing; and directed the Planning and Zoning Commission send the
matter back to the City Council at the appropriate time. Mayor
Dodd asked to amend the motion that the minutes of the Alcohol
Zoning Ordinance Committee be added to the minutes of this City
Council meeting. Councilmembers Blair and Phelps accepted the
amendment and all voted "aye".
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE
TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIFIC USE
PERMITS FOR THE OPERATION OF A PRIVATE CLUB
BY AMENDING SECTION 8-400 AND ADDING
SECTIONS 8-400-1 THROUGH 8-400-18
REGULATING THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIFIC USE
PERMITS FOR A RESTAURANT WITH A PRIVATE
CLUB; ADDING CERTAIN SECTIONS RELATING TO A
GEOGRAPHIC DELINEATION WHERE PRIVATE CLUBS
MAY BE LOCATED; PRESCRIBING CONDITIONS
AND REQUIREMENTS FOR A RESTAURANT WITH A
PRIVATE CLUB; PROVIDING A PENALTY NOT TO
EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS
($200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE AND A SEPARATE
OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMITTED UPON EACH
DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE."
Ms. Calla Davis, 2828 Selma Lane, Member of the Alcohol Zoning
Ordinance Committee, was present and commended the members of the
Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee for their hard work and support
of the Community of Farmers Branch.
Mayor Dodd and the Councilmembers applauded the members of the
Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee for their commitment and
diligence.
C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST OF HARWOOD K. SMITH
& PARTNERS FOR APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN FOR THE
EXPANSION OF THE BROOKHAVEN PSYCHIATRIC PAVILION OF
THE DEDMAN MEDICAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF WEBB CHAPEL AND LBJ FREEWAY AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that this request is to expand the Dedman Medical
Center by an additional 7,630 sq. ft. on the south side of the
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existing Psychiatric Pavilion, and to permit construction of a pool
and pool house on the west side of the Pavilion. Brookhaven
Psychiatric Pavilion is located within Planned Development District
18, and therefore requires a public hearing for site plan approval.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission, by
unanimous vote, recommends that this site plan be approved.
Mayor Dodd opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Robert Lewis, Harwood K. Smith & Partners, 1111 Plaza of the
Americas, was present and explained the concept of the site plan
for the expansion of the Brookhaven Psychiatric Pavilion of Dedman
Medical Center.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", closed the Public Hearing.
After some discussion a motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by
Councilmember Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved the request of
Harwood K. Smith and Partners of a site plan for the expansion of
the Brookhaven Psychiatric Pavilion of the Dedman Medical Center
located at the Northeast Corner of Webb Chapel and LBJ Freeway to
permit construction of a pool and pool house on the west side of
the Pavilion.
C.3 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST OF MOORE BUSINESS
FORMS AND SYSTEMS DIVISION TO AMEND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT NO. 25 TO INCREASE THE PERMITTED COVERAGE FROM
40% TO 55% FOR WAREHOUSE AND LIGHT INDUSTRIAL USES
AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Applicant intends to build a 34,665 sq.
ft. warehouse addition to the existing warehouse located at 13365
Branch View Lane.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends
that this amendment be approved for Lot 1, Block 3 of the
Valley View Addition only.
Mayor Dodd opened the Public Hearing.
Ms. Connie J. Miller, 2620 State Street, Dallas, representing the
Moore Business Forms and Systems Division, was present and stated
that the purpose of this request is to permit an expanded facility
at the existing site as recommended by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember
Phelps, all voting "aye", closed the Public Hearing.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilmember Dingman, a second
by Councilmember Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved the request
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of Moore Business Forms and Systems Division to amend Planned
Development District No. 25, Lot 1, Block 3, of the Valley View
Addition "Only", as recommended by the Planning and Zoning
commission, to increase the permitted coverage from 40% to 50% for
warehouse and light industrial uses.
AGENDA ITEM NO. C.4 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
C.5 SITE PLAN: CONSIDER REQUEST OF JERRY HOLSTROM FOR
APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN FOR PROPERTY BETWEEN IH 35 AND
DENTON ROAD LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 962 FEET SOUTH OF
THE SOUTH LINE OF VALWOOD PARKWAY IN PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 30 ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that Jerry Holstrom, Architect, is requesting
approval of a new site plan for office and retail uses which
consists of an 80,648 square foot building on 3.7 acres of land.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission, by
unanimous vote, recommends that this site plan be denied with
prejudice. (Since the P & Z meeting, the Applicant has made five
changes to the site plan as stated on the Information Sheet.)
Mr. Curt Hodgson, 5336 Alpha, was present and stated that he did go
back to the Planning and Zoning Commission, as recommended by the
City Council, with changes to the site plan as follows:
1. Moving the loading areas for better access.
2. Adding additional landscaping along Denton Drive.
3. Adding a pedestrian passage way through building
"A".
4. Specifying a combination of brick and
architectural masonry for Denton Drive.
5. Eliminating some of the parking spaces.
6. Specifying the construction of the gates for the
trash container area.
7. Moving the transformer away from the loading
area.
Mr. Hodgson further stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission
is requesting five more changes to the site plan as follows:
1. Closing two driveways along Denton Drive.
2. Reducing the size of building "B".
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3. Removing additional parking spaces.
4. Specifying reinforced concrete as the paving
material.
5. Reducing the site coverage from 30.4 to 28.8
percent.
Mr. Hodgson referenced the Planning and Zoning Commission's
Information Memo, for August 4, 1986, Items No. 1 and No. 8, and
stated that these areas have been taken care of since the last
Planning and Zoning Meeting. Mr. Hodgson stated that the PD-30
Zoning Ordinance requires 505 site coverage and 5% landscaping
dedication. Mr. Hodgson stated that the proposal far exceeds the
PD-30 Zoning Ordinance in these areas.
Mr. Hodgson stated that Items No. 1, 5, 10, and 11, of the
Information Memo, of August 4, 1986, from the Planning and Zoning
Commission are abstract in his opinion.
Mayor Dodd stated that the City Council relies on the Advisory
Boards for direction and recommendations, especially when the vote
is unanimous. Mayor Dodd explained that it is the policy of the
City Council to send any matters back to the respective Advisory
Boards when there has been changes made since the last Advisory
Board Meeting.
City Manager, Paul West stated that the City Staff is recommending
approval of the Site Plan.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", directed the request of Jerry Holstrom
for a site plan on property located between IH 35 and Denton Road,
Approximately 962 feet south of the south line of Valwood Parkway
in Planned Development 30 Zoning District, back to the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Councilwoman Dingman asked to amend the motion
to include a note to the Planning and Zoning, which states that
substantial changes have been made since the last Planning and
Zoning meeting. Councilmembers Blair and Weidinger accepted the
amendment and all voted "aye".
C.6 CONSIDER REQUEST FOR CHANGE ORDERS FOR THE FARMERS
BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that this item has been placed on the agenda at
the request of Kugler-Morris General Contractors Inc., the
contractor for the Farmers Branch Library.
Mr. Charles W. Jordan, 6710 East View Rd. Wylie, Texas, was present
and stated that he is representing Kugler-Morris General
Contractors Inc., regarding change orders for installation of
a galvanized steel guardrail and planter on the bridge and the
installation of the access ladder to fountain pump room. Mr.
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Jordan stated that the architect was out of town and that
Kugler-Morris General Contractors Inc., was instructed verbally by
the Architect on an RFP (Request for Proposal) order to proceed
with the project.
Councilmember Blair questioned the amount of materials and the
kinds of materials used for the guardrail/planter and the access
ladder.
Mr. Jordan stated that a considerable amount of work went into
installing the access ladder because of unanticipated problems with
the inserting of the access ladder into a pit and a pump supplied
by the City that was not submergible and would not fit into the
pit.
Mr. Tom Scales, Director of Community Services stated that the City
did ask the architect to give a proposal for putting a guardrail
over the Bridge, but the City did not approve, instruct or give the
go ahead to construct the guardrail or install the guardrail prior
to any change orders being approved by the City Council.
After some discussion with the Council, Mr. Jordan stated that he
would settle with the Council in the amount of $5,000.00.
After much discussion, and in the consideration of time and effort,
a motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved Change Orders, No. 12 and 13
for the construction and installation of a galvanized steel
guardrail across the Rawhide Creek Bridge on Webb Chapel and the
installation of an access ladder to the fountain pump in the amount
not to exceed $5,000.00 for the Farmers Branch Public Library.
C.7 CONSIDER EVALUATION OF STREET HARDWARE PAINTING AND
TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the street hardware has been painted off
white on Marsh Lane between Brookhaven Club Drive and LBJ (IH635).
At the request of the City Council for input from the citizens, the
City staff has received numerous responses by citizens expressing
their opinion. As of August 11, 1986, the staff has received 76
responses of which 51 (67%) are in favor of painting street
hardware white or off white.
Mayor Dodd stated that as a result of the citizens input, the staff
recommends that the City Council select off white as the color of
street hardware.
Councilmember Dingman stated that it was her understanding that
once the painting of the street hardware to white or off white was
approved that the City would look into acquiring new street
hardware in the off white color and repairing and painting the
street hardware as needed.
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City Manager, Paul West stated that the painting of the street
hardware would be repainted as needed, and that most of the street
hardware needs repainting at this time.
Councilmember Weidinger stated that he would like to see the
figures for this project in the budget for next year.
City Manager, Paul West stated that the most of the painting would
be included into the Regular Maintenance Budget and the new street
lights that come with the new projects will also be included in the
regular maintenance budget.
Councilmember Phelps stated that a lot of signs have over spray on
them and that this should be monitored in an effort to keep the
signs looking nice.
Councilmember Dingman stated that prior to painting the street
hardware, that the City evaluate, each section as it comes up, the
number of street poles, eliminate the unnecessary poles and
straighten all the poles that need it.
Mayor Dodd stated that areas that have particular characteristics
(such as black lanterns) not be painted, per the Sedway Cooke
Study.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember Blair,
all voting "aye", directed the City Staff to proceed with the
acquisition of off white paint and the purchasing of off white
street hardware and the painting of the street hardware to an off
white as part of the regular maintenance program.
C.8 CONSIDER REQUEST OF THE GUN GALLERY INCORPORATED
TO DISCUSS REIMBURSEMENT OF FUNDS SPENT ON REMODELING
2505 VALLEY VIEW LANE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that this item has been placed on the agenda at
the request of Howard and Paul Rosenberg of the Gun Gallery
Incorporated.
Mr. Paul Rosenberg presented a request for reimbursement of
expenses he and his brother incurred getting a business ready for
operation before the City Staff told them the use was not permitted
on the property.
Councilmember Blair stated that a building permit was issued for
remodeling of space to the Gallery Gun Shop on February 26th, 1986
and that Mr. Rosenberg was advised by phone on March 5th, 1986 that
an error had been made, and that a gun shop is not a listed use in
the zoning district and a specific use permit is required.
Councilmember Blair stated that in reviewing the amount of cost
involved and since the permit was for $5,000.00, indications are,
through the permitting process that no more than $5,000.00 worth of
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work was going to be done on this particular building. The time
frame was approximately one week, and the Rosenbergs are asking for
$19,000.00 in reimbursements. Councilmember Blair stated that
$4,500.00 might be attributed to the city's action in approving the
Building Permit by mistake.
Councilmember Phelps gave an itemized list of items that might be
considered reimbursable by the City.
Mr. Paul Rosenberg, stated that The Gun Gallery did act in good
faith and requested the Council look at all sides of the matter.
After much discussion, Councilmember Blair made a motion to award
to The Gun Gallery Incorporated in the amount of $4,600.00 for
funds spent on the remodeling of 2505 Valley View Lane.
Councilmember Dunagan seconded the motion. After some discussion
of the telephone installation cost along with the other expenses,
Councilman Weidinger asked to amend the motion to award $5,000.00
because the City issuing the building permit by mistake.
Councilmembers Blair and Dunagan accepted the amendment and all
voted "aye".
C.9 DISCUSS OUTSIDE SALES AT THE SKAGGS ALPHA BETA STORE
AT VALLEY VIEW AND JOSEY LANES AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Councilmember Weidinger stated that the Skaggs Alpha Beta Store
located at Valley View and Josey Lane is requesting outside sales.
Councilmember Weidinger stated that seasonal sales such as
fertilizer should be permitted to be sold out of doors.
Mr. Tom Scales, Director of Community Services stated that the
restriction that prohibits Mr. Roylance from replacing his seasonal
items on the sidewalk, would be the City Sign Ordinance No. 1248.
The City Staff recommends that the Ordinance not be changed but
that Mr. Roylance obtain a variances from the Building Code Board
of Appeals. The Building Code Board of Appeals has the authority
to make exceptions to the ordinances.
Councilmember Dingman stated that prior to considering changing any
procedures that a lot of thought should go into it.
Mr. Rex Roylance, 3345 Rolling Knoll, Unit Manager of Skaggs Alpha
Beta, was present and requested clarification of Ordinance No.
1248. Mr. Roylance stated that he did not feel that this Ordinance
should apply to the private property located in front of the Skaggs
Alpha Beta Store because the ordinance covered sidewalk sales of
fruits, Christmas Trees, trucks with shrimp and pumpkins, etc.
Councilmember Dunagan stated that he would like to see a permit
issued once a year as opposed to every 90 days for outside sales.
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Mr. Roylance stated that he felt that it was no more of a violation
to sell cords of wood and fertilizer on the store's private
property than it was to have coke machines or ice machines in front
of other business'.
Councilmember Blair suggested that Mr. Roylance go to the Building
Code Board of Appeals which at their discretion, can permit
permanent variances or fixed time variances.
City Attorney, John Boyle assured Mr. Roylance and the Council that
the Building Code Board of Appeals has the authority to grant
special variances to said ordinances.
D.1 DISCUSS COUNCIL TRAVEL REQUESTS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that this item has been placed on this agenda and
all future agendas at the request of Councilman Herb Weidinger.
Councilmember Weidinger stated, in light of the changes in the
Travel Policy, that this should be a permanent item on the agenda.
Mayor Dodd stated that he is a member of the NLC Finance
Administration Intergovernment Relations Steering Committee.
Mayor Dodd requested permission to attend a meeting on the Finance
Administration Steering Committee Meeting. The meeting has been
called for August 21st, and 22nd, 1986, in Colorado Springs,
Colorado.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", approved the travel request from Mayor
Dodd to attend the Finance Administration Intergovernment
Relations Steering Committee Meeting, in Colorado Springs,
Colorado on August 21st and 22nd, 1986, to be funded by the General
Fund.
Councilmember Weidinger stated that the Metrocrest Chamber of
Commerce made a request to find out who will be attending the
Annual Community Development Tour, September 27th, through October
2nd. Councilmember Weidinger further stated that there are two
other events that need to be planned because of the need to make
early hotel reservations. 1. The Annual TML Conference in Houston,
on October 9th - 11th, and; 2. The Nation League of Cities meeting
in San Antonio, November 29th, through December 3rd.
Councilmember Dingman stated that the budget fund accounts that the
business trips are going to come out of should be stipulated.
A motion by Councilmember Weidinger, a second by Councilmember
Blair, all voting "aye", approved the following business
meetings as official trips for the Council: 1. The Metrocrest
Chamber of Commerce, Community Development Tour, September 27th
through October 2nd, 1986, Montreal/New York. 2. The Annual Texas
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Municipal League Meeting, October 9th - 11th, 1986, in Houston. 3.
The National League of Cities Meeting, November 29th through
December 3rd, in San Antonio, and as amended by Councilmember
Dingman, that the National League of Cities Finance Steering
Committee Board Meeting in Colorado, for the Mayor, come out of the
1986-87 General Fund; The Chamber Tour, come out of the 1985-86
Hotel/Motel Fund, The Texas Municipal League Meeting come out of
the 1986-87 General Fund; and the National League of Cities
Meeting, come out of the 1986-87 General Fund.
D.2 CONSIDER ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FARMERS BRANCH AND SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY,
AND BEGIN CHARGING A $.25 FEE PER ACCESS LINE FOR THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF ENHANCED 911 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
SERVICE.
Mayor Dodd stated that the number 911 is reserved nationwide for
citizens to obtain emergency assistance: police, fire, and
medical. The enhanced 911 system will handle emergency calls only.
Mayor Dodd explained that the implementation of the service will
take approximately 2-years, after signing of contract. This is the
time required to gather the data base information, and installation
of equipment.
Mayor Dodd stated that based on the current 27,825 access lines in
Farmers Branch, the cost at time of implementation of service would
be approximately $129,914.30, plus a monthly service charge of
$4,963.70.
Mr. Richard Atkins, representative from Southwestern Bell
Telephone, was present and explained all the features involved with
the 911 system. Mr. Atkins stated that the actual service fee
would be taken up at a later date, possibly at a Public Hearing.
Councilmember Blair questioned the feasibility of initiating a
charge of a $.25 fee on each access line per month, and that when
the time comes to pay the $130,000.00 in 1988, the money will be
there.
Mr. Atkins stated that the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Attorney advises against the citizens prepaying for the 911 system,
prior to the establishment of the 911 system in 1988.
City Attorney, John Boyle stated that legally, before you can
charge for a service, a service must be in place.
Councilmember Dingman stated that the 911 services question should
be put on the Citizens Survey for public input. Councilmember
Dingman further stated that there are several options in paying for
the 911 services.
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Councilmember Dunagan stated that the 911 service is a real
valuable and practical service and should be implemented as soon as
possible to prevent future liability problems.
Mayor Dodd stated that there is a cost factor related to the 911
service and the citizens should be made aware of that part of
the 911 service through the Citizens Survey.
Mr. Atkins stated that there is an established fee structure
currently being used by Dallas and other metropolitan cities.
Councilmember Blair made a motion instructing the
enter into a contract, between the City of Farmers
Southwestern Bell Telephone for the implementation
telephone service. Councilmember Dingman seconded
asked to amend to include instructing the staff to
the financing of 911 service in a timely manner.
2-ity Manager to
Branch and
of the 911
the motion and
study options in
D.3 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1643 RELATING TO THE ANNUAL
OVERLAY PROGRAM AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Hot-Mix Overlay Program is designed to
rehabilitate asphalt pavements and extend the useful service life
of concrete pavements.
Mayor Dodd state that the Council would like more time for further
discussion.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember
Weidinger, all voting "aye", tabled the consideration of Ordinance
No. 1643 relating to the Annual Overlay program.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.4 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.5 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.6 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.7 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
D.8 CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH
LUMINA DESIGN ASSOCIATES FOR THE SELECTION OF INTERIO.
FURNISHINGS FOR THE SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER/
LDING.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Parks and Recreation Department requests
approval to negotiate a contract with Lumina Design Associates for
selection of interior furnishings for the Senior Adult Activity
Center/Community Building.
Mayor Dodd explained that the interior furnishings to be selected
include window treatments, interior plants and paintings.
Estimated total cost of contracts and furnishings is $14,000. It
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is estimated that three months will be needed from date of
execution of contract to completion of installation. Negotiated
contract will be submitted to City Council in September for
approval. Estimated contract cost for the consultant is $2,500.
It is recommended that funds be allocated from the Capital
Improvement Reserve.
Mr. Jeff Fuller, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, was
present and explained the price structure of Lumina Design
Associates.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember Blair,
all voting "aye", authorized the execution of a contract with
Lumina Design Associates for the selection of interior furnishings
for the Senior Adult Activity Center/Community Building to be
allocated from the Capital Improvement Project Fund, not to exceed
10% of the estimated cost or $1,400.00.
D.9 CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH M/A/R/C, INC. TO EVALUATE AND MAKE
RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE PROPOSED CITIZEN'S
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE IN THE AREAS OF DESIGN,
DISTRIBUTION TO THE PUBLIC, AND EXECUTIONAL ISSUES
AFFECTING RETURN RATE.
Mayor Dodd stated that the office of the City Manager requests
approval to negotiate an agreement with M/A/R/C, Inc. to evaluate
and make recommendations regarding the proposed Citizen's Survey
Questionnaire.
For the record, Councilmember Weidinger has left the Council
Chambers.
A motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second by Councilmember
Phelps, all voting "aye", tabled the consideration to authorize the
City Manager to execute an agreement with M/A/R/C, Inc. to evaluate
and make recommendations regarding the proposed Citizen's Survey
Questionnaire in the areas of design, distribution to the public,
and executional issues affecting return rate.
AGENDA ITEM NO. D.10 WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS.
D.11 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR A CEMENT STORAGE SILO FOR
THE STREET DIVISION.
Mayor Dodd stated that bids were received for a cement storage silo
for the Street Division on July 31, 1986. Four bids were received.
One bid did not meet the specifications. The lowest bid meeting
the specifications was received from Aggregate Plant Products Co.
in the amount of $25,575.00. Funds are available in the Street
Division budget for the purchase of the cement silo in the amount
of $30,000.00.
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Mayor Dodd stated that the Public Works Department recommends that
the bid for a cement storage silo be awarded to Aggregate Plant
Products Co. in the amount of $25,575.00.
Councilmember Blair questioned the location of the proposed silo at
the Camelot Landfill, suggesting that consideration be given to
neighbors when placing the silo in a permanent place.
Earl Deland, Director of Public Works, was present and stated that
an actual site for the silo has not been decided.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember Dunagan,
all voting "aye", awarded the bid for a cement storage silo to
aggregate Plant Products Co. in the amount of $25,575.00, with
specific emphasis and consideration being given to the placement of
the silo, in keeping with the good neighbor policy.
D.12 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID ON THE HISTORICAL PARK
PARKING LOT, PATHWAYS AND FENCE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the City received bids on August 13, 1986
for the Historical Park Parking Lot, Pathways and Fence. The scope
of work includes a concrete parking lot for approximately 30
vehicles, 1400 linear feet of brick pathways, and 2000 linear feet
of stone/wrought iron fence. The budget amount for total
construction of these items is $433,000.00
Mayor Dodd stated that after reviewing the bid tabulation, the low
bidder is Hannah Construction Co. Their bid for the total project
is $368,110.00. City Staff has completed the reference check and
all references were strongly positive.
The Engineering Department recommends that the bid for
Historical Park Parking Lot, Pathways and Fence be awarded to
Hannah Construction Co. for $368,110.00.
Councilmember Dingman questioned whether or not this project would
be complete by the Historical Park Dedication.
Mark Pavageaux, Assistant City Engineer, was present and stated
that the Engineering Department hopes and expects that the project
will be complete prior to the September 21st Dedication. Mr.
Pavageaux explained that the contractors have been instructed to
complete the most visible areas first so that should there be any
unexpected delays, that the unfinished areas would not be as
visible.
A motion by Councilmember Dingman, a second by Councilmember Blair,
all voting "aye", awarded the bid on the Historical Park Parking
Lot, Pathways and Fence to Hannah Construction Company in the
amount of $368,110.00.
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D.13 CONSIDER AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO TEXAS FIXTURE,
INC. ON THE SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Texas Fixture, Inc., the contractor for
the Senior Adult Activity Center has submitted for final payment on
the project. The Architect, Lambert/Ott & Assoc. has reviewed and
approved the final payment releasing all money to the Contractor.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilmember Dunagan, a second
by Councilmember Phelps, all voting "aye", tabled the consideration
to authorize final payment to Texas Fixture, Inc. on the Senior
Adult Activity Center.
D.14 CONSIDER THE BID FOR A REPLACEMENT HYDRAULIC PAVEMENT
BREAKER FOR THE WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT DIVISION.
Mayor Dodd stated that the request for bids were mailed to J. W.
Bartholow Equipment Company, Moody Day Company, Strawn Equipment
and Nationwide Equipment Company. The only bid received was from
J. W. Bartholow Equipment Company for an Arrow Hydraulic Pavement
Breaker meeting our specifications in the amount of $35,297.78.
The Water Main Replacement Division budget includes $45,000.00 for
the purchase of a replacement pavement breaker.
Mayor Dodd stated that the Public Utility Department recommends
that due to the fact only one bid was received the bid from J. W.
Bartholow Equipment Company be rejected and the Utility Department
readvertise for bids.
Mr. Charles Snider, representing J.W. Bartholow Machinery Company,
1221 South Lamar Street, Dallas, was present and stated that J.W.
Bartholow Machinery Company will not resubmit bids should the City
decide to readvertise for bids, because the J.W. Bartholow bid is
now public knowledge.
For the record, Councilmember Weidinger has returned to the Council
Chambers.
After much discussion, a motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by
Councilmember Phelps, all voting "aye", award the bid to J.W.
Bartholow Equipment Company for a replacement hydraulic pavement
breaker in the amount of $35,379.78, for the water main replacement
division.
D.15 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION.
No one was present to participate in the citizen Participation
Portion of the Council Agenda.
MAYOR DODD ANNOUNCES THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA OR THE GENERAL
SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED. AFTER A SHORT RECESS, THE MEETING
WILL RECONVENE FOR ITEMS IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE MEETING
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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 PERSONAL
MATTERS, LAND ACQUISITION AND PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION
MAY BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
E.1 EXECUTIVE SESSION.
a. Discuss Personnel Matters - Article 6252-17, Sec. 2(g)
1. There was discussion of an appointment to the
DART Board of Directors.
2. The appointment of a Senior Advisory Council was
not discussed but will be September 22, 1986.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION
E.2 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS
DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
A motion by Councilman Dunagan, a second by Councilman Blair,
all voting "aye", adopted a resolution naming Robert E. Thomas
as the City of Farmers Branch's representative to the Board of
Directors of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority subject
only to the approval and concurrent appointment by the cities
of Addison, Coppell and Flower Mound.
F.1 ADJOURNMENT.
A motion by Councilmember Blair, a second by Councilmember Dunagan,
all,,yoting "aye", adjourned the City Council Meeting at 10:34 PM.
Ma or John Dodd
City Secretary
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