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1986-12-08 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 12/08/86 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 Phelps Herb Weidinger The following members of the City Administration were present: Acting City Manager Gene Carlton City Attorney Toby Barthelow City Secretary Randall Mahaffey Director of Community Services Tom Scales Director of Public Works Earl Deland City Engineer Jerry Murawski Assistant City Engineer Mark Pavageaux Traffic Engineer Larry Cervenka Fire Chief Jack Dyer Secretary Ruth Ann Parish Mayor Dodd called the City Council Meeting of 12/08/86 to order at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was televised. A.1 INVOCATION Councilman Phelps gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A.2 PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION TO CITY FROM THE FARMERS BRANCH YOUTH FOOTBALL ORGANIZATION. Mayor Dodd explained that Odie Harrelson of the Farmers Branch Youth Football Organization requests to make a presentation of appreciation to the city from the organization. Vol. 50, Page 48 Odie Harrelson was introduced by Mayor Dodd. Mr. Harrelson brought some of the members of the Farmers Branch Youth Football Organization with him. Cody Harrelson, one of the members, presented a plaque to the City of Farmers Branch for the City's facilities and support of the youth in the city . Wesley Murphy presented a patch to the City from the Farmers Branch Bengles Football Team. John Russell presented Bengle Bowl patches to each Council Member, Mayor Dodd, Acting City Manager Gene Carlton and Secretary Ruth Ann Parish. Also John Russell presented the City of Farmers Branch with 500 pounds of can goods the children in the organization had taken up as a project to help feed the needy. Odie Harrelson also introduced Mary, a cheerleader for the organization who represented the girls. Councilman Phelps made the motion to accept these gifts for the City. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". A.3 PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION CERTIFICATES TO TIME CAP- SULE COMMITTEE. Mayor Dodd explained that the Time Capsule Committee preserved over 75 items so that future generations will have a better understanding of our lifestyle, our system of government, and facts about Farmers Branch that were important in the State's sesquicentennial year. Time Capsule Committee members who devoted many hours to this project include: 1. Cheryl Howerton, Chairperson 2. Lorraine Skamfer 3. Joan Holliday 4. John Holliday Mayor Dodd explained some of the items that were placed in the Time Capsule. Charlie McIlvain, Director of Marketing, and Mayor Dodd presented mounted certificates of appreciation to Cheryl Howerton, Chairman of the Time Capsule Committee. John Holliday was asked to come forward and was presented certificates for himself and his mother, Joan Holliday. Lorraine Skamfer came forward and received a certificate of appreciation. Mayor Dodd explained some of the activities these individuals did to make this Time Capsule Ceremony a success. A.4 CONSIDER PRESENTING CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO KENNETH RYMER. Mayor Dodd explained that Kenneth Rymer, 3301 Scarlet Oak, for 1 1/2 years has voluntarily provided maintenance on a median island at the intersection of Scarlet Oak and Oakbrook Parkway. Working under an agreement with the Parks & Recreation Department, Mr. Vol. 50, Page 49 Rymer planted, watered, mulched, weeded, and generally provided top grade care to the median in front of his residence. Mr. Rymer is retiring from his voluntary job. Mr. Rymer deserves a special thanks for his unusual service to the City of Farmers Branch. the Parks & Recreation Department will take over maintenance of the island. Mayor Dodd and John Burke, Director of Parks and Recreation, presented Mr. Rymer with a mounted certificate of appreciation for his work. The Parks and Recreation Department will now take over the care of this median. A.5 CONSIDER PRESENTING CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO DOUG ABBOTT. A special presentation to Doug Abbott, a member of the Parks and Recreation Board since October 1, 1973, has been moved to the December 22, 1986 City Council Meeting. A.6 CONSIDER PRESENTING CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO NANCY LINDSAY. Mayor Dodd explained that for four years Nancy Lindsay has served as a Board member during the development and organization of the Farmers Branch Historical Park. Her practical advice, steadfast support, and unflagging enthusiasm made her an invaluable member of the Board. Regretfully, circumstances made it necessary for her to resign. Mayor Dodd also explained that at this time, the Council and staff of the City of Farmers Branch wishes to express their appreciation for her dedication and many hours of work, both at the Historical Park and in the community. John Burke, Director of Parks and Recreation, came forward with Nancy Lindsay. Mayor Dodd presented Nancy Lindsay with a plaque of appreciation. A.7 PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS Mayor Dodd presented Captain John Wilson of the Fire Department with a 15 year employee service award. Mayor Dodd also presented Richard Stapleton of the Police Department with a 10 year employee service award. Trinidad Cruz of the Street Division was not present and will be presented his 10 year employee service award at another time. A.8 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS. This item gives applicants an opportunity to present board applications to the City Council. Vol. 50, Page 50 Gladys Hartmann came before the City Council and stated she has applied for a position on the Library Board. She has been a resident of Farmers Branch for three and one half years. She presently stays home with her small son but is a legal assistant by profession. Councilmember Carol Dingman asked if she is interested in serving on any other boards and she said she is interested only in serving on the Library Board. Rosemary Nichols came before the City Council and stated that she has applied for a position on the Hospital Board. She is a student at Texas Women's University and is getting her Bachelor's Degree in nursing. She has lived in the City for twenty years. EMERGENCY ITEMS Councilman John Dunagan outlined the emergency items that have been posted to be added to the regular agenda. These items were C. 5, CONSIER AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1246 TO PROVIDE FOR THE SAFETY OF RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION; C. 6, CONSIDER EXTENDING THE EXPIRATION DATE OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPER'S CONTRACT WITH FIRST DALLAS INVESTORS AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION; C.7, REVIEW REPORT FROM FEMA AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION; C.8, CONSIDER REQUEST BY SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE TO SPONSOR A DINNER HONORING THE COMMITTEE AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Also to be included as an Executive Session item is E.1a, DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS, ARTICLE 6252-17, Sec. 2(g) and E.1E, DISCUSS APPOINTMENT TO THE FARMERS BRANCH FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD. Councilman Dunagan made a motion declaring an emergency and placed these items to the regular agenda. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all voting "aye". 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 con- sent items is being established in order to speed up discussion for those items that need more time for discussion. Councilman Dunagan made a motion to add to the consent agenda Item C.8, CONSIDER REQUEST BY SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE TO SPONSOR A DINNER HONORING THE COMMITTEE AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Councilman Blair seconds the motion with all voting "aye". Vol. 50, Page 51 Councilman Phelps makes the motion to approve the following consent items. Councilman Weidinger seconds the motion and all voted "aye" approving the consent agenda items. Councilman Dunagan made the motion to consider and discuss items D.6 and D.2 at the same time as the same item. Councilman Blair seconded the motion and all voted "aye". B.1 APPROVED MINUTES OF EMERGENCY MEETING OF NOVEMBER 14 1986. B.2 APPROVED MINUTES OF EMERGENCY MEETING OF NOVEMBER 17 1986. B.3 APPROVED MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 17, 1986. B.4 ACCEPTED A 1,306'.8 SQ. FOOT STREET EASEMENT DEDICATED BY VANGUARD R & R LEASE CO., INC. TO FACILITATE SMOTHER TRAFFIC FLOW FROM WESTBOUND SPRING VALLEY ROAD ONTO NORTHBOUND INWOOD ROAD. C.8 APPROVED REQUEST BY SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE TO SPONSOR A DINNER HONORING THE COMMITTEE TO BE HELD DECEMBER 10, 1986 AT THE SUMMIT HOTEL. C.1 CITY MANAGER REPORTS. Acting City Manager Gene Carlton gave an informative report on the programs, projects and happenings of the various departments of the city. C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST OF R. ROY MCWHORTER FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A CHURCH IN PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 34 ZONING DISTRICT AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVENHURST STREET AND ELDER STREET AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd opened the public hearing and explained that the applicant is requesting approval to build a 3712 sq. ft. church with a 210 seat capacity on a 46,000 sq. ft. site. A Specific Use Permit is required before a building permit may be issued in PD-34. The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommended that the Specific Use Permit be granted. Charles Voit, 3109 South First in Garland, was present to represent Roy McWhorter for questions. Since there were no questions for Mr. Voit or further comments from the Council or the audience, Councilman Blair made the motion to close the public hearing. Councilman Dunagan seconded the motion, and all voting "aye". Vol. 50, Page 52 Councilwoman Dingman moved that the Council approve the specific use permit to allow a church in a Planned Development 34 Zoning District at the Southwest Corner of Havenhurst Street and Elder Street as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Blair seconded the motion and all voted "aye". C)rj,(64 C.3 DISCUSS THE RECENT ACTION BY THE COUNCIL REGARDING THE CITY MANAGER. Mayor Dodd explained that James W. Smith, President of the Farmers Branch Citizens Forum, requests to appear before the council. Mr. James Smith, 2811 Bay Meadow, came forward and stated that on November 22, 1986 a group of citizens met and formed the Farmers Branch Citizens Forum electing James Smith as President, Judy Byrd as Vice President, Wayne Glenn as Secretary, and George Grimmer as Treasurer. Mr. Smith described the Farmers Branch Citizens Forum as a civic, social and service organization dedicated to the growth and development of a better Farmers Branch. The Farmers Branch Citizens Forum respectfully requested that no action whatsoever be taken by the City Council to hire a permanent City Manager until after the City election of April of 1987. Mr. Smith asked for clarification of the recent actions taken by the Council with regards to the paying out of Mr. Paul West's contract and benefits which cost the City nearly $160,000. Mayor Dodd asked if any of the City Councilmembers had a comment to make. There were no further comments. C.4 CONSIDER THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ALCOHOL ZONING ORDINANCE COMMITTEE FOR AMENDMENTS TO ORDINANCE 1652 AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee, at the request of the City Council, has made further study of the sections in Ordinance No. 1652 that pertain to the sale of alcoholic beverages within restaurants located in hotels. The Committee has completed it's study and prepared an amending ordinance. The Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee recommends that the City Council direct the Planning and Zoning Commission to call a Public Hearing to consider these amendments to Ordinance 1652 as soon as possible. Mayor Dodd called Percy Pentecost, Chairman of the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee, forward to answer questions from the City Council regarding this item. Vol. 50, Page 53 Councilwoman Dingman asked Dr. Pentecost to give a short summary of the amendment that has been recommended by the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee. Dr. Pentecost stated that the committee, having been advised by the City Attorney, is recommending the ordinance be amended to allow bars to be set up in rooms for conventions, etc. Room service would also sell liquor by the drink. Actually anywhere in the hotel liquor by the drink could be sold and served. Calla Davis, 2828 Selma Lane, came forward to answer a question raised by Councilman Bob Phelps which was, would curb service and drive up service be at the hotel be approved. Calla Davis explained why curb service or drive up service would not be approved with this amendment. Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadow Circle, came forward and expressed his views on the proposed amendment to the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance. Councilwoman Dingman moved to direct the Planning and Zoning Commission to call a Public Hearing to consider these amendments to Ordinance 1652 as recommended by the Alcohol Zoning Ordinance Committee. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". C.5 CONSIDER AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1246 TO PROVIDE FOR THE SAFETY OF RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that the areas discussed as amendments to be made to Ordinance No. 1246 would be as follows: 1. Security of the fence would be that it would be a self-closing and self-locking with an additional feature of having annual inspections to see if the fences, gates and locks are maintained. 2. Clarity of water in private and semi-private pools should be that in the deepest part of the pool the drain should be able to be seen. Mr. Marc B. Blackson, 3402 Brookhaven Club Drive, came forward to suggest that a vacant house with a swimming pool should have a cover put over the pool to keep children and pets out and that this should be included in the residential swimming pool ordinance. Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadows Circle, stated he lives on Farmers Branch Creek and does not want a fence all the way around his back yard. He wants to leave the creek line in open view. He asked how does this fit into the proposed ordinance amendments. Bill Jose', a real estate appraiser in Farmers Branch, said he was surprised to see the Farmers Branch residential swimming pool Vol. 50, Page 54 ordinance only called for a three and a half foot fence around the yard. Mr.. Jose' said that most people do not realize it, but if you own a swimming pool you are entitled to put in an eight-foot fence. He does not feel that the fencing as it stands in the ordinance now is adequate. Mr. Jose' also feels that if a house is going to be left vacant, the owner should call the police department and notify them so the house and property can be watched. On the clarity situation, Mr. Jose' said it is not really expensive to maintain a pool all year around with the chlorine tablets in a floater and a minimal amount of water changing out each day. Councilwoman Dingman made the motion to continue this item to the next Council meeting while the staff collect suggestions from citizens and interested business people and draft a proposed ordinance reflecting these improvements. Councilman Dunagan seconded the motion and all voted "aye". Councilman Dunagan asked that the staff look into the pool covers suggestion. Councilwoman Dingman made the suggestion that the vacant house owner or realtor be required to have a lock on the gate to the yard where there is a pool. C.6 CONSIDER EXTENDING THE EXPIRATION DATE OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPERS CONTRACT WITH FIRST DALLAS INVESTORS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Mayor Dodd explained that Mr. Ray Olds of First Dallas Investors is requesting a time extension for the amendment to his developers contract. Currently, the amendment is set to expire on December 31, 1986. Mr. Olds is requesting an extension until March 31, 1987, becuase of delays beyond his control. Mr. Ray Olds, 15820 Midway, came forward to ask for an extension of time due to Texas Power & Light not running on schedule with their installation. Mr. Olds is asking for the expiration date of the amendment of the developer's contract to be extended to March 31, 1986. Councilman Dunagan made the motion to extend the expiration date of the amendment to the developer's contract with First Dallas Investors to March 31, 1986. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". C.7 REVIEW REPORT FROM FEMA AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Jerry Murawski, 14430 Dennis Lane, an 11-year resident of Farmers Branch introduced himself as the new City Engineer. Mr. Murawski stated that Marrietta Cunningham with FEMA gave a synopsis of FEMA's final review. Mr. Murawski identified the City's deficiencies in regard to that review. Vol. 50, Page 55 Staff has asked the City of Addison to notify the City of Farmers Branch of projects that would be going on around Farmers Branch Creek. The City will also keep in touch with the Texas Water Commission. Addison is under regulations of the Texas Water Commission and not FEMA. D.1 CONSIDER ESTABLISHING A SENIOR CITIZEN ADVISORY COUNCIL Mayor Dodd explained that this is placed on the agenda as requested by Mayor Dodd from the last Study Session. Councilman Weidinger made the motion to table this item until further supporting information could be supplied. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all voting "aye". D.2 CONSIDER CONSTRUCTING ADDITIONAL LANES ON LUNA ROAD AT THE VALLEY VIEW INTERSECTION AS PART OF THE STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT PROJECT ON LUNA ROAD. By unanimous vote, Item D.6 will be considered in conjunction with this item as they are one in the same. Councilman Weidinger stated he had spoken with County Commissioner Jim Jackson who said they have $100,000 they could use on a county thoroughfare project. Councilman Weidinger recommended the staff contact Jim Jackson to see what would be necessary to get that money to use on the Luna Road project. Councilman Blair moved that Items D.2 and D.6 be tabled until the next Council meeting when information from Jim Jackson could also be presented. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.3 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 86-039 CLARIFYING THE COMMUNI- CATION PROCESS BETWEEN THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH AND SEDWAY COOKE ASSOCIATES RELATING TO THE REVIEW OF SITE PLANS, ZONING CASES AND OTHER SIMILAR ITEMS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that this item has been placed on the agenda at the request of the City Council. The proposed resolution will require City Council approval prior to sending site plans, zoning cases and other similar items to Sedway Cooke Associates for review. Councilman Dunagan made the motion to approve Resolution No. 86-039 clarifying the communication process between the City of Farmers Branch and Sedway Cooke Associates relating to the review of site plans, zoning cases and other similar items as recommended by the City Council. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. All voted "aye". I Vol. 50, Page 57 1. Permitting System fragmented and decentralized 2. Permitting requirements that do not conform to FEMA requirements 3. Permit procedures and regulations have not been uniformly enforced. 4. Farmers Branch Creek has been so extensively modified to necessitate development of a new hydologic and hydraulic model. 5. Rawhide Creek erosion control measures have not been substantiated by hydraulic analysis. Mr. Maurawski gave the Engineering Departments plan of action. Mr. Maurawski said the City of Farmers Branch does need to implement a FEMA study of Farmers Branch Creek. The schedule would be: proposals due from qualified firms on December 22, selection/fee negotiations by December 29, come with a recommendation to the Council with an award of a contract on January 12, 1987. Mr. Maruawski gave some recommendations for direction: the City of Farmers Branch needs to do a very thorough review of the storm management program. He also feels that the City needs to centralize the permitting program. The City needs stronger procedures and needs to address community concerns. Everything the City does needs to be supported by ordinance. Councilman Phelps makes the motion for the Engineering Department to go forward with steps to bring the City of Farmers Branch into compliance with the regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency as well as other recommendations the Engineering Department may have. Councilman Weidinger seconds the motion. Councilwoman Dingman asked if the study to be done on the Farmers Branch Creek was part of the scope of study out now on Farmers Branch Creek. Mr. Murawski said the scope of the study would be adjusted to just the Engineering aspect. Councilwoman Dingman suggested that the Engineering Department address the Planning & Zoning Commission on these aspects at their next meeting. The motion that was made by Councilman Phelps and seconded by Councilman Weidinger was put to a vote with all voting "aye". Vernon Smith, 2715 Bay Meadow Circle on Farmers Branch Creek, came before the council to make some suggestions and comments. He stated that the requirements laid down by FEMA are the bare minimum. He also stated that the residents living along Farmers Branch Creek who do not have the privilege of attending today's meetings would surely appreciate having this information passed along to them some way. Mayor Dodd said tapes would be available at the library of the Council Meeting. Mayor Dodd stated that the Vol. 50, Page 56 Councilwoman Dingman suggested that the Acting City Manager come back with some policy to the effect of the roll of the Comprehensive Plan in present development requests. D.4 CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED WITH THE CITIZEN SURVEY. Mayor Dodd explained that Dr. Bernard J. Cunningham PhD., of the Graduate School of Management, University of Dallas, has submitted a proposal for conducting a Citizen Survey. A letter from the City authorizing Dr. Cunningham to proceed with the survey, and a binder of $1,000.00 is needed by mid-December 1986 for him to proceed. The Citizen Survey is scheduled to begin in mid-January. The Council recommended to approve the letter authorizing Dr. Cunningham to proceed with the survey and to allocate $1,000.00 as a binder. Councilman Blair made the motion to approve the letter authorizing Dr.Cunningham to proceed with the citizen survey and to allocate $1,000.00 as a binder. Councilman Phelps seconded the motion with all voting "aye". D.5 CONSIDER EXTENDING THE INTERIM AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN OF ADDISON AND THE ADDITION OF AN AMENDMENT REGARDING INDUSTRIAL WASTE PRETREATMENT PROGRAM AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. agreement on November 11, 1986. The existing interim agreement will expired on December 23, 1986. Mayor Dodd explained that this is an agreement, initiated by Farmers Branch, whereby Addison agrees to adopt and enforce an ordinance regulating industrial discharges into their sewage system. The Addison ordinance will incorporate the basic terms and conditions of Farmers Branch Ordinance No. 1555. The Town of Addison discharges sewage into the City of Farmers Branch Sewer System; therefore the industrial effluent from Addison impacts the Farmers Branch Sanitary Sewer System. Addison approved this Councilman Phelps made the motion toauthorize the execution of an extension to an interim agreement with the Town of Addison and the addition of an amendment regarding an industrial waste pretreatment program. Councilwoman Dingman seconded the motion. All voted "aye". D.7 CONSIDER AWARDING BID FOR THREE MOWING TRACTORS WITH THREE HAMMER KNIFE MOWER UNITS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that notice was sent to fifteen tractor implement companies and seven bids were received. Companies submitting low bids meeting specifications are as follows: Vol. 50, Page 58 1. Two general purpose mowing tractors: Wapiti Equipment $25,018.00 2. One heavy duty industrial mowing tractor: Saginaw Implement Co. $15,691.47 3. Two rear mount knife mowers: Saginaw Implement Co. $ 5,630.00 4. One Mott flail knife mower: Ben Griffin Tractor $19,539.01 Total amount of bid is $65,878.48. Total amount budgeted for three tractor/mower units is $86,000. Mott is a single source manufacturer of 3-gang flail units, Ben Griffin is the only vendor in North Texas. The Parks & Recreation Department recommended that bids be awarded as follows for a total bid of $65,878.48: 1. Two general purpose mowing tractors: Wapiti Equipment $25,018.00 2. One heavy duty industrial mowing tractor: Saginaw Implement Co. 15,691.47 3. Two rear mount mowers for the general purpose mowing tractors: Saginaw Implement Co. 5,630.00 4. One Mott mower for the heavy duty tractor: Ben Griffin Tractor 19,539.01 Councilman Phelps made the motion to award the bid for three mowing tractors with three hammer knife mower units as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with Councilmen Blair, Weidinger, Phelps and Dunagan voted "aye". Councilwoman Dingman voted "nay". The motion passed 4 to 1. D.8 DISCUSS PROCEDURES FOR SEEKING OUT CANDIDATES FOR CITY MANAGER POSITION AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. This item was placed on the agenda at the request of Mayor Dodd. Mayor Dodd stated that at the next scheduled Study Session there will be three search firms interviewed but no action will be taken. Then at the second Study Session in January three more search firms will be interviewed. After that time the Council would decide the next step to be taken. Mayor Dodd said anyone has the right to apply for this position. Mayor Dodd reaffirmed that the Acting City Manager, Gene Carlton, has the support of the Council. Councilwoman Dingman stated that at this point the search firms will be using their own money to come and make a presentation to the City Council. 0 Vol. 50, Page 59 Mr. Sheveland listed some qualifications he thought would be applicable for a good city manager. He summarized his statements by saying he feels it to be clearly in the best interest of the Farmers Branch City government and the citizens of Farmers Branch that this Council act quickly, thoughtfully and decisively to find and employ the best City Manager available to us at this time and that this be accomplished through an immediate initiation of a broad based and orderly search process utilizing the services of a well qualified search firm which already has at its disposal a good set of qualified candidates. This process should of course consider any qualified member of the Farmers Branch city staff who meets at least the minimum qualifications. D.9 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. 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 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. EXECUTIVE SESSION: A. DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS, ARTICLE 6252, SEC. 2(G) A discussion was held relating to various Board appointments. b. DISCUSS LAND ACQUISITION - Article 6252-17, Sec. 2(f) DISCUSS NECESSARY RIGHT-OF-WAY NEEDED FOR IH635 RAMP. A discussion was held relating to acquiring the necessary right of way for the IH635 ramp. C. DISCUSS PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION - ARTICLE 6252-17 SEC. 2(e) A. DISCUSS CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION RELATIVE TO SENLAC BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT. Attorney Toby Bartholow gave a status report on the Senlac Bridge Construction Contract. THE COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION E.2 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. A motion by Councilman Weidinger, a second by Councilman Blair, all voting "aye", appointed Vol. 50, Page 60 Gladys Hartmann to the Library Board for a term to expire, May 1, 1987. A motion by Councilman Dunagan, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", authorized to set the compensation level for Acting City Manager Gene Carlton to $60,000.00 per year and the additional funds needed come out of the unallocated reserve funds; and that this salary remain the same for Gene Carlton as long as he holds a management position with the City, unless his position would change to City Manager then further consideration would be considered. A motion by Councilman Blair, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", reappointed Barney Wood and Margaret Young to the Parks & Recreation Board for a term to expire October 1, 1988. A motion by Cou: Councilman Blair, Marty Giehrl and Zoning Board of Board of Appeals 1988. acilman Weidinger, a second by all voting "aye", reappointed Bill Morgan to serve on the Adjustments and Building Code for a term to expire December 1, E.3 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON LAND ACQUISITION DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. A motion by Councilman Dunagan, a second by Councilman Weidinger, all voting "aye", authorized the Staff to offer $10.00 per square foot for necessary right-of-way of 372.55 square feet for right turn lane from southbound Webb Chapel Road onto IH635 service ramp from the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York and Mony Real Estate Investors. E.4 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION IN PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. F.1 ADJOURNMENT. A motion by Councilman -Dunagan, councilman Blair, all voting "aye", City Council Meeting of December 8, P.M._ a second by adjourned the 1986 at 10:08 Vol. 50, Page 61