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1986-12-22 CC Minutes (2)CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 12/22/86 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 Assistant City Manager Steve Carpenter City Attorney John Boyle City Secretary Randall Mahaffey Director of Community Services Tom Scales Director of Public Works Earl Deland Traffic Engineer Larry Cervenka City Engineer Jerry Murawski Director of Staff Services Norman Reynolds Recording Secretary Ruth Ann Parish Mayor Dodd called the City Council Meeting of 12/22/86 to order at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was televised. A.1 INVOCATION Councilman Bob Phelps gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A.2 PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO BOBBYE IRVIN FOR HAVING SERVED ON THE LIBRARY BOARD. Mayor Dodd explained that this was placed on the agenda at the request of Cheryl Howerton, Library Board Chairman. Mayor Dodd presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Bobbye Irvin for having served on the Library Board. Vol. 50, Page 62 A.3 CONSIDER PRESENTING CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO DOUG ABBOTT. Mayor Dodd explained that Doug Abbott has been a member of the Parks & Recreation Board since October 1, 1973. During that time Mr. Abbott has proven to be a tireless worker for the best interest of the citizens of Farmers Branch in the area of parks and recreation services. He has also served the City as a member and past Chairman of the Drainage Study Committee for several years. Mayor Dodd presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Doug Abbott for his service on the Parks & Recreation Board. A.4 PRESENTATION OF THE CORPORATE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD. Mayor Dodd explained that each year the City of Farmers Branch presents an award to the Corporate Citizen of the Year. This award is presented to the Corporation or Business in the City of Farmers Branch that has made significant contributions to the City. This year's recipient, the Bill Walters Company, is the developer of the Stanford Corporate Center, which has made significant contributions in redeveloping eastern Farmers Branch. The cor- poration's Vice President, Tom Clarke, is the 1986 President of the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce and has contributed countless hours, making Farmers Branch a better place to work and live. Mayor Dodd presented the 1986 Corporate Citizen Award to Tom Clarke of the Bill Walters Company. A.5 PRESENTATION OF LANDSCAPE AWARD OF THE YEAR. This presentation will be made at a later date. There were no representatives from the Centre Development Company present. SPECIAL RECOGNITION: Mayor Dodd proclaimed the Chapel Hill United Methodist Church Choir as the "Choir of the Season", because of their many activities throughout the Holiday Season. Dan Williams accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Chapel Hill United Methodist Church minister. A.6 COMMENDATION AWARD TO LIEUTENANT MARSHALL ASHBY OF THE FARMERS BRANCH FIRE DEPARTMENT. On December 3, 1986, Jay Hoggard was rescued from a swimming pool by Lieutenant Marshall Ashby of the Farmers Branch Fire Department. Lieutenant Ashby continued searching for the victim even though i Vol. 50, Page 63 the water in the swimming pool was contaminated and black in color, due to lack of maintenance. Lieutenant Ashby revived the young child using life saving techniques on the way to the hospital. Mayor Dodd presented a letter of commendation to Lieutenant Marshall Ashby of the Farmers Branch Fire Department. Lieutenant Ashby commended all the members of the Fire and Police Departments for their teamwork. A.7 COMMENDATION AWARD TO SERGEANT BILL TAYLOR OF THE FARMERS BRANCH POLICE DEPARTMENT. Mayor Dodd explained that on Novdmber 6, 1986 Sergeant Bill Taylor in the Investigative Division of the Farmers Branch Police Department witnessed an assault and robbery of an elderly lady in the Northtown Shopping Center, just outside the Farmers Branch City limits. Sergeant Taylor quickly apprehended the suspect and recovered the victims personal property. Sergeant Taylor held the suspect in custody until Dallas officers arrived at the scene. Mayor Dodd presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Sergeant Bill Taylor. A.8 RECOGNIZING DON PRIMM FOR HIS SERVICES AS POLICE DEPARTMENT CHAPLAIN. Mayor Dodd explained that Don Primm, minister for the Valley View Baptist Church, has served as the City of Farmers Branch Police Department Chaplain since October 7, 1980. Mayor Dodd presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Reverend Don Primm for his service of being Police Chaplain. A.9 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM THE FARMERS BRANCH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR A LIVE VIRGINIA PINE TREE AND TWO ANTIQUE CONTAINERS. Mayor Dodd announced that the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce wishes to donate a live Virginia Pine tree and two wooden antique containers to the Parks and Recreation Department. The tree would be planted in Holiday Park. The antique containers (a tub and bucket) would become part of the museum collection at the Historical Park. These items were used during the Open House at the Historical Park on December 7, 1986. The estimated value of the tree is $60.00 and $110.00 for the containers. Vol. 50, Page 64 Janie Scarbrough, Executive Vice President of the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce, introduced Ramona Upfield who presented the City with the living Virginia Pine tree and two containers. Councilman Phelps made the motion to accept the gift from the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce of the living Virginia pine tree and two containers as recommended by the Parks & Recreation Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion with all voting "aye". A.10 PRESENTATION OF 1987 CALENDAR OF EVENTS BY THE FARMERS BRANCH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Mayor Dodd explained that this item has been placed on the agenda as requested by the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce, Executive Vice President Janie Scarbrough. Janie Scarbrough introduced Michael Tucker, Chairman of the Board for 1987 who presented a list of the events for 1987 that will be co-sponsored with the City of Farmers Branch: Folklore Festival, Saturday, June 20, 1987, Historical Park Sidewalk Sale, Saturday, August 22, 1987, Farmers Branch Shopping Center 1 Halloween Carnival, Saturday, October 31, 1987, Farmers Branch Shopping Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Friday, December 4, 1987, Holiday Park Christmas Past Open House, Sunday, December 6, 1987, Historical Park A.11 PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS Mayor Dodd presented Mary Hale of the Staff Services Department with a 15 year employee service award. Mayor Dodd presented Ronnie Inman of the Fire Department with a 5 year employee service award. A.12 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS. Mayor Dodd explained that this item gives applicants an opportunity to present board applications to the City Council. No one wished to present a board application to the City Council. CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. B.1 THROUGH B.10 Vol. 50, Page 65 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. B.1 APPROVED MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 8, 1986. B.2 AUTHORIZED THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS FOR THE PARKS DIVISION. B.3 ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING CAPTIONED ORDINANCE NO. 1665 ABANDONING THREE UTILITY EASEMENTS IN LOT 4, BLOCK 7 VALWOOD PARK, FARMERS BRANCH PHASE II, LOCATED EAST OF DIPLOMAT DRIVE AND SOUTH OF DIPLOMAT COURT. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS ABANDONING THREE UTILITY EASEMENTS AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT "A", WHICH ARE NO LONGER NEEDED NECESSARY; PROVIDING THAT SUCH ABANDONMENT SHALL BE IN FAVOR OF THE OWNERS OF THE ABUTTING PROPERTY; PROVIDING THAT SUCH ABANDONMENT SHALL BE INSOFAR AS APPLICABLE TO THE PUBLIC RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST IN SUCH PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ONLY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY." B.4 APPROVED REQUEST BY HORCHOW MAIL ORDER, INC. FOR REPLAT APPROVAL OF LOT 4, BLOCK 7, VALWOOD PARK FARMERS BRANCH PHASE II. B.5 AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTION OF A DEVELOPER'S CONTRACT WITH CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOR CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ADDITION, PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF VALWOOD PARKWAY AND DENNIS LANE. B.6 APPROVED REQUEST BY CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL OF CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ADDITION LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF VALWOOD PARKWAY AND DENNIS LANE. B.7 AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTION OF A DEVELOPER'S CONTRACT WITH DALLAS SEMI-CONDUCTOR FOR PART OF BLOCK B BELTWOOD BUSINESS PARK, FIRST AND SECOND INSTALLMENTS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF GILLIS ROAD AND BELTWOOD PARKWAY SOUTH. Vol. 50, Page 66 B.8 APPROVED REQUEST BY DALLAS SEMICONDUCTOR CORP. FOR REPLAT APPROVAL OF A PART OF BLOCK B, BELTWOOD BUSINESS PARK, (FIRST AND SECOND INSTALLMENTS). B.9 APPROVED REQUEST BY CENTRE DEVELOPMENT CO., INC. FOR REPLAT APPROVAL OF LOTS 2 & 3, BLOCK 3, VALWOOD PARK FARMERS BRANCH, PHASE I. B.10 APPROVED REQUEST BY CADILLAC FAIRVIEW FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL OF PARK WEST PHASE V. Councilman Dunagan made the motion to approve the consent agenda items B.1 through B.10. Councilman Blair seconded the motion and all voted "aye". 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 SITE PLAN: CONSIDER REQUEST OF HMBH ARCHITECTS FOR APPROVAL OF A CORPORATE IDENTITY SIGN ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LBJ FREEWAY AND LUNA ROAD IN PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 22 ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that the applicant is requesting approval for a corporate identity sign on Lot 3, Block 1 of the Park West Phase II Subdivision. This sign is to be identical in construction to the existing corporate identity sign for McDonnell Douglas on Lot 4, Block 1 and just west of the proposed sign location. The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends this site plan be approved. Councilman Blair made the motion to approve the request of HMBH Architects for a corporate identity sign on the property located at the northwest corner of LBJ Freeway and Luna Road in the Planned Development 22 Zoning District as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". C.3 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 1666 FOR IMPROVING SAFETY AT RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that there are over 700 residential swimming pools within the City of Farmers Branch. A recent tragic experience indicates that there is a need to improve safety Vol. 50, Page 67 requirements at these residential swimming pools, The City Council directed the City Staff to prepare regulations regarding this need. Proposed Ordinance No. 1666 would provide a means for increasing the margin of safety at residential swimming pools and spas without placing an undue burden on persons responsible for complying with the ordinance. This ordinance makes the owner, tenant, and real estate broker ad- vertising a dwelling for sale responsible for complying with the ordinance, requires fences to be at least three and one-half feet in height if constructed prior to January 1, 1987 and six feet in height thereafter, requires self-closing and self-latching gates, requires gates to be padlocked when a dwelling is vacated, pro- vides a standard for water clarity, and provides for annual inspections. The maximum penalty for violating this ordinance is $1,000.00. The City Attorney, John Boyle, made a clarification to paragraph I of Amendment #2 of Ordinance 1666. He stated that a "Real Estate Broker shall mean any person acting pursuant to a contract as an agent for others in negotiating the sale or lease of a one-family dwelling (detached), one-family dwelling (attached), or two-family dwelling for a fee or commission for the contract requires the broker to exercise possessory control and responsibility over the subject dwelling. Tom Scales, Director of Community Services, came forward and stated that the Community Services Department proposed that the swimming pools be inspected annually by Community Services employees and the Fire Department. This should be able to be done without hiring additional employees. The Community Services Department has prepared a program to carry out these inspections. Ken Quevreaux, 14436 Tanglewood Drive, felt that the clarity of the pool should be such that one could stand outside the fence and see the bottom of the pool. He also felt that the owner of a vacant house should have not only to lock the gate to the pool but also have to put a heavy cover over that pool. Mr. Quevreaux asked what would be done about the, say 10% of the people who would not give permission for their pool to be inspected. City Attorney John Boyle read the portion of the ordinance which says if the City does not have permission to make the inspection, the City will have to get a search warrant. Dr. Charles Ginsburg, Pediatrician and Director of Children's Medical Center, came forward to comment on the incident of the near drowning of a child in Farmers Branch recently. Dr. Ginsburg said such incidents can be prevented by adequate fence legislation. Dr. Ginsburg and Dr. Levin of Children's Medical Center have agreed to work with parents on education programs for pool safety. Councilwoman Dingman asked for further explanation on water clarity requirements. Tom Scales, Director of Community Services, gave that explanation of clarity according to Ordinance No. 1666. Vol. 50, Page 68 Councilman Weidinger asked Tom Scales, Director of Community Services, about any inspection fees. Tom Scales said there is only a $35.00 reinspection fee if the inspector finds a violation and after the second inspection that violation has not been corrected, the third visit for an inspection would cost the owner $35.00. Councilwoman Dingman made the motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1666 as amended by the City Attorney regarding the definition of a Real Estate Broker and with the additional amendment of maintaining the present fence height. Councilman Blair seconded the motion with all voting "aye" "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, RELATING TO THE SAFETY OF PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS AND PRIVATE SPAS; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS FOR SWIMMING POOLS AND/OR PRIVATE SPAS; PROVIDING FOR ANNUAL INSPECTIONS; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED ONE THOUSAND ($1,000.00) DOLLARS FOR EACH OFFENSE; PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY." C.4 CONSIDER A MORITORIUM ON ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS AND FILL PERMITS ALONG THE FLOODPLAIN OF FARMERS BRANCH CREEK; ON APPROVAL OF PLATS, REPLATS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANS WITHIN THE WATER SHED OF FARMERS BRANCH CREEK AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Councilman Dunagan made the motion to table this item for further consideration. Councilman Blair seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.1 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 86-041 ESTABLISHING A SENIOR ADVISORY COUNCIL AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd explained that the City Staff was asked to submit a resolution establishing a Senior Advisory Council, along the lines of the Sports Council. Representatives selected from the senior organization in Farmers Branch would make up the Senior Advisory Council. As of December 11, 1986, there are eight senior organizations represented in Farmers Branch. Councilman Blair made the motion to adopt Resolution No. 86-041 establishing a Senior Advisory Council. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. Councilmen Blair, Dunagan, Phelps and Weidinger voted "aye". Councilwoman Dingman abstained from voting for lack of discussion. The motion passed. Vol. 50, Page 69 D.2 CONSIDER AWARDING BID FOR ONE MICROFILM READER/PRINTER AND ONE MICROFICHE READER/PRINTER FOR LIBRARY. Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received for one microfiche reader/printer and one microfilm reader/printer for public use at the Library on December 10, 1986. The lowest and best bid which met all specifications was received from Record Information Systems, Inc. in the amount of $7,102.00. This includes a trade-in of a microfilm reader/ printer. The total amount budgeted for the two reader/printers is $9,600.00. The Library Department recommends that the bid be awarded to Record Information Systems, Inc. in the amount of $7,102.00 for the purchase of one microfilm reader/printer and one microfiche reader/printer. Councilman Blair made the motion to approve award of the bid for one microfilm reader/printer and one microfiche reader/printer for the library to Record Information Systems, Inc. in the amount of $7,102.00 as recommended by the Library Department. Councilman Phelps seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.3 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID ON MONTGOMERY BALLFIELD LIGHTING AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received on Monday, December 15, 1986 for the installation of the Montgomery Ballfield Lighting, Bond Project P-34. The estimated cost for the installation was 80-100K. There is $120,000.00 available in the Bond Program for this project. Low bid was from Dean Electric for $58,900.00. Project completion date is April 1, 1987. The City Engineer recommends that the bid for Montgomery Ballfield Lighting be awarded to Dean Electric for $58,900.00 plus $1,060.00 for alternate #1 for a total of $59,960.00. Councilman Dunagan made a motion to approve the award of the bid for Montgomery Ballfield lighting to Dean Electric for $58,900.00 plus $1,060.00 for alternate #1 for a total of $59,960.00 as recommended by the City Engineer. Councilman Phelps seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.4 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID ON AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Mayor Dodd explained that Bond Project R Landscaping, base bid consisted of major the park and high impact areas where the Lane. For budget reasons, the following in the bid: 1) gravel beds under play equipment at Ft. Rawhide, 2) RAWHIDE PARK LANDSCAPE -1, Rawhide Park tree plantings throughout park intersects with Josey alternates were included Vol. 50, Page 70 additional plantings on slopes, 3) ground applications at exercise stations. Mayor Dodd went on to explain that there is $111,500 available for construction of this project. The estimated cost was $100,000.00 for the base bid. Ten bids were received on Monday, December 15, 1986. Low bidder was Covington's Landscape for $67,602.02, plus $6,957.00 for alternates #1-3 for additional work not included in the base bid. Total bid from Covington's was $74,559.02. Councilman Phelps moved that the Rawhide Park landscaping bid be awarded to Covington's Landscape for a total of $74,559.02 as recommended by the City Engineer. Councilman Dunagan seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.5 CONSIDER AWARDING BID FOR IRRIGATION SUPPLIES FOR THE PARK MAINTENANCE DIVISION AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION. 1 i Mayor Dodd explained that notice was sent to six irrigation supply companies, and we received three bids back. Companies that submitted low bids which met specifications were as follows: 1. Dallas Piping 114 items $24,318.31 2. Pipe-N-Heads, Inc. 16 items 6,637.50 3. Goldthwaite's of Texas 6 items 257.20 The total amount of bid was $31,290.31. Total amount budgeted for irrigation supplies is $20,000. The Parks & Recreation Department recommends that the bids be rejected and readvertised. Councilman Blair made the motion that all bids for irrigation supplies be rejected and authorized the readvertisement as recommended by the Parks & Recreation Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.6 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF CONCRETE MATERIALS FOR THE STREET DIVISION Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received for the annual supply of concrete aggregate materials for the Street Division on December 15, 1986. Four bids were received. The lowest and best bid for coarse aggregate was from Chico Crushed Stone, Inc. in the amount of $9.91 per ton or an estimated annual cost of $7,432.50. The lowest and best bid for fine aggregate sand was from Gifford-Hill & Company, Inc. in the amount of $7.71 per ton or an estimated annual cost of $4,626.00. Funds are included in the Street Division budget in the amount of $20,000.00 for the purchase of these materials. Vol. 50, Page 71 Councilman Blair made the motion to award the bid for the annual supply of coarse aggregate to Chico Crushed Stone, Inc. in the amount of $9.91 per ton and the bid for the annual supply of fine aggregate sand to Gifford-Hill & Company, Inc. in the amount of $7.71 per ton as recommended by the Public Works Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.7 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF BULK CEMENT FOR THE STREET DIVISION Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received for the annual supply of bulk cement for the Street Division on December 15, 1986. There were six bids received. The lowest and best bid was received from Texas Industries, Inc., in the amount of $48.00 per ton or an estimated annual cost of $9,600.00. Funds are included in the Street Division budget in the amount of $15,000.00 for the purchase of this material. Councilman Blair moved that the bid for the annual supply of bulk cement be awarded to Texas Industries, Inc., in the amount of $48.00 per ton as recommended by he Public Works Department. Councilman Dunagan seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.8 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR A REPLACEMENT ROLL-ON ROLL-OFF TRUCK WITH LIFT MECHANISM. Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received for a replacement Roll-On/Roll-Off Truck for the Commercial Collection Division (25) on November 21, 1986. A total of eleven (11) bids were received from five vendors. Of the eleven (11) bids offered four (4) did not meet the requirements of the City's specifications. The lowest and best bid was received from Bond Equipment Co., Inc. in the amount of $71,092. Funds are in the Commercial Collection Division fiscal year 86/87 budget in the amount of $82,000 for the acquisition of this replacement unit. Councilman Dunagan moved to award the bid for a replacement roll-on/roll-off truck with a lift mechanism for the Commercial Collection Division to Bond Equipment Co., Inc. in the amount of $71,092.00 as recommended by the Public Works Department. Councilman Phelps seconded the motion. Councilmen Blair, Dunagan, Phelps and Weidinger voted "aye". Councilwoman Dingman voted "nay". The motion carried 4 to 1. D.9 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR A REPLACEMENT DUMP TRUCK FOR THE STREET DIVISION Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received for a replacement dump truck for the Street Division on December 15, 1986. Three bids Vol. 50, Page 72 were received. The lowest and best bid was received from Fred Taylor GMC in the net amount of $21,825.00. Funds are included in the Street Division budget in the amount of $26,000.00 for the purchase of this replacement truck. Councilman Phelps made the motion to award the bid for a replacement dump truck for the street division to Fred Taylor GMC in the amount of $21,825.00 as recommended by the Public Works Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion. Councilmen Blair, Dunagan, Phelps and Weidinger voted "aye". Councilwoman Dingman voted "nay". The motion carried 4 to 1. D.10 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR REFUSE SACKS FOR THE SANITATION DIVISION Mayor Dodd explained that bids were received on December 5, 1986, for the annual supply of paper refuse sacks for the Residential Sanitation Collection Division. Four bids were received. The lowest and best bid that meets the specifications is from Bancroft Bag Inc. in the amount of $288,000.00. Funds are included in the Residential Sanitation Collection Division budget for the purchase of refuse sacks in the amount of $252,000.00. Councilman Weidinger asked why the prices for the refuse sacks have increased. Director of Public Works, Earl Deland, explained that the company we were using sold out to another company which now has its prices up as high as the higher bidders. Councilwoman Dingman said that Acting City Manager Gene Carlton might look at the policy of selling extra bags for $.25 each. Councilman Dunagan moved that the bid for the annual supply of refuse sacks be awarded to Bancroft Bag Inc. in the amount of $288,000.00 and that additional funds in the amount of $36,000.00 be appropriated from the unallocated reserve fund as recommended by the Public Works Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye" D.11 CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR RADIO COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT. Mayor Dodd explained that six requests for bids were distributed for provision of seventeen (17) pieces of radio communications equipment. By bid opening date five (5) bids had been received. The low bid meeting specifications was submitted by Motorola Communications for a total of $16,589.00. A total of $26,750.00 was budgeted in the 1986-1987 Annual Budget for these purchases. Councilman Phelps moved to award the bid for radio communications equipment to Motorola Communications in the amount of $16,589.00 as Vol. 50, Page 73 recommended by the Staff Services Department and the Fire Department. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.12 CONSIDER RESOLUTION RELATING TO PARTICIPATION IN LEADERSHIP POSITION IN TML AND NLC. Mayor Dodd explained that this item has been placed.on the agenda at his request. Ray Flaherty, 13220 Challaburton, questioned the meaning of Resolution No. 86-042 and how participation in the Texas Municipal League and National League of Cities could better serve the City. Mayor Dodd explained that these two organizations want a resolution on file showing that the City does support the Mayor and City Council if they are appointed to serve in a leadership role in the organizations. Councilman Weidinger questioned whether this resolution is even necessary. Mayor Dodd stated this is what the Texas Municipal League has requested from each City active in TML and the Cities have to pass a resolution if they want their people involved in the nominating process for leadership roles. After more discussion, Councilman Blair suggested that the wording "Leadership Position" be changed to "Leadership Role". He feels the wording is misleading. Also, Mayor Dodd suggested specifying that the resolution is for fiscal year 1986-87. Also the wording "supports each other" be changed to "supports its members". There was discussion that with the existing Council Travel Policy each trip would have to come to Council for approval. Councilman Phelps moved that Resolution No. 86-042 be accepted as corrected. Councilman Weidinger seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.13 CONSIDER COUNCIL TRAVEL REQUESTS AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION. Mayor Dodd gave the explanation that this item is placed on each agenda to give the Council members an opportunity to present requests. Councilwoman Dingman submitted a request for a trade mission to Spain in March on a trip sponsored by the Texas Women's Alliance. Ray Flaherty, 13220 Challaburton, stated he is not in favor of the this could be considered a trade Branch. came before the City Council and trip being approved and he doubts mission for the City of Farmers Vol. 50, Page 74 Councilwoman Dingman explained the reasons she would like to be able to go on the trip and the benefit it could be to the City as stated in her memo. Councilwoman Dingman pointed out that her concerns about the budget have been directed at the General Fund and not at the Hotel/Motel Fund. Councilman Weidinger asked how many people have signed up so far. Councilwoman Dingman said twenty have signed up out of the thirty maximum. Mayor Dodd asked for a motion. There was no motion. Mayor Dodd stated the request died for a lack of a motion. Mayor Dodd presented a request for reimbursement for $105.00 for expenditures for attendance of a Board Meeting for the Texas Municipal League on December 15, 1986. Mayor Dodd gave a report on the outcome of the Board Meeting. Councilman Dunagan moved to approve the reimbursement request by Mayor Dodd for expenses incurred while attending the TML Board Meeting. Councilman Blair seconded the motion and all voted "aye". Councilman Weidinger brought forth the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce one day trip to Austin on January 13, 1987 for the opening session of the Texas Legislature. Mrs. Upfield came forth representing the Farmers Branch Chamber and the Metrocrest Chamber in this joint effort. Mrs. Upfield encouraged the members of the Council to go on this trip. Councilman Weidinger made the motion to approve expenditures for the Council to attend this one day trip to Austin to attend the opening session of the Texas State Legislature sponsored by the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce and the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce. Councilwoman Dingman seconded the motion and all voted "aye". D.14 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. There was no one who wished to speak. NO EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS HELD. F.1 ADJOURNMENT. A motion by Councilman vo ing "aye" adjourned P ~..w c, z ayor John Dodd ity Secretary Blair, a second by Councilman Dunagan, all the meeting of December 22, 1986 at 9:25 Vol. 50, Page 75