1990-11-26 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 261-1990
COUNCIL CHAMBER
CITY HALL
7:30 P.M.
The following members of the City Council were present:
Mayor -Dave Blair
Mayor Pro Tem Ron Pyle
Councilmembers Bob Phelps
Jeff Binford
Calla Davis
Bill Moses
The following members of the City Administration were present:
City Manager
Richard L. Escalante
Assistant City Manager
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Assistant City Manager
John Burke
City Attorney
John Boyle
City Secretary
Ruth Ann Parish
Director of Community Services
Tom Scales
City Engineer
Jerry Murawski
Director of Parks & Recreation
Jeff Fuller
Director of Public'Works
Mark Pavageaux
Economic Development Director
Norma Nichols
Director of Finance
Doug Vanderslice
Fire Chief
Jack Dyer
Library Director
Mary Jane
Stevenson
Acting Police Chief
Jimmy Fawcett
Director of Data Processing
Kenneth Campbell
Recording Secretary
Brenda Anderson
Mayor Blair called the City Council Meeting of November
26, 1990 to order at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was
televised.
A.1 INVOCATION
Student Councilmember Marichris de los Santos led the
invocation.
A.2 PRESENTATION OF THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG BY
WEBELOS OF CUB SCOUT PACK 710.
Representatives from Webelos of Cub Scout Pack 710 of
the Lamplighter School were not present. Student Mayor
Greenstone led the pledge of allegiance.
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A.3 PROCLAIM MONDAY,
ANNUAL STUDENT
STUDENTS AND EXPLAIN
NOVEMBER 26, .1990`, AS THE 4TH
GOVERNMENT DAY AND INTRODUCE
THE PROGRAM.
Student Mayor Greenstone explained that for the fourth
consecutive year, the City of Farmers Branch is
sponsoring Student Government Day in cooperation with
the Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School
District. This program gives students from R. L. Turner
High School a chance to elect a Mayor, five
Councilmembers and appoint 14 staff members to run the
City for a day.
The following students were elected:
Student Mayor - David Greenstone
Student Mayor Pro Tem - Lauren Haskings
Student Councilmember Place 1 - Jennifer Hutcheson
Student Councilmember Place 2 - Jasmine Jopling
Student Councilmember Place 3 - Sean Blair
Student Councilmember Place 4 - Marichris de los
Santos
The Student City council appointed the following
Department Directors:
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City Manager - Brian Chaddeudon
Asst. City Manager -'Barbara*, ' 'Robinson
Asst City 'Manager - Sheri `Mason
Economic Development Dir. Kristin Jenne
Director of Finance - Erin `Atkins
Fire Chief - Aaron Russell
Library Director - Jennifer:Burger
Community Services Dir. - Amy Thomason
Public Works Director - Rachel Collins
City Engineer - Samuel Paul
Police Chief - Alan Rogan
Parks & Recreation Dir. - Lori Stimatze
City Attorney - Joanna Lo
Data Processing Director - Bryan Hanson
The students attended and participated in the Council
study session prior to this meeting and will now have
the opportunity to participate in the meeting with
their counterparts.
Student Mayor Greenstone recognized ;Mrs. Ruth Ann
Dorrill, Student Government Sponsor, and thanked' her
for her guidance. Student Mayor Greenstone- read the
proclamation and proclaimed November 26 the Fourth
Annual Student Government Day.
Mayor Blair recognized Sheila Maher, Principal of R. L.
Turner High School, and Dr. Buddy Davis, Superintendent.
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of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School
District and thanked them for their support.
A.4 PRESENTATION OF PLANS FOR 8TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PRESENT
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY AND 5TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PAST
OPEN HOUSE BY THE FARMERS BRANCH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
This has been placed on the agenda at the request of
Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce President Janie
Scarbrough.
Student Mayor Greenstone recognized Bill Hamilton
representing, the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce!
Mr. Hamilton invited everyone to attend the special
Christmas events that were planned.
A.5 PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
Mayor Blair. presented a 5 year employee service award
to Bob Hulsey of the Fleet Maintenance Division of
Equipment Services.
A.6 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS.
There were no applications presented.
B.1-B.8 CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS AND TAKE
THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone 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
established in order to speed up discussion for those
items that need more time for discussion.'
A motion by Student Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, a second by
Student Councilmember Blair, all voting "aye", approved
the following consent agenda items.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Pyle, a second by councilman,
Moses, all voting "aye", approved the following consent
agenda items.
B.1 APPROVED MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5,
1990.
B.2 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-171 AUTHORIZING A
PARTIAL RELEASE OF COVENANTS OF A DEVELOPER'S
CONTRACT WITH FINANCIAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT,
INC., FOR VALLEY VIEW TECH CENTER II.
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B.3 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-172 AUTHORIZING A
PARTIAL RELEASE OF COVENANTS OF A DEVELOPER'S
CONTRACT WITH FINANCIAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC.,
FOR VALLEY VIEW TECH CENTER III.
B.4 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-183 ACCEPTING UTILITY
EASEMENT AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT
RIGHTS GRANTED BY. MERIT INVESTMENT PARTNERS, L. P.
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A WATER MAIN AND
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO MERIT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$3,438 FOR THE EASEMENT RIGHTS GRANTED.
B.5 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-178 AWARDING BIDS FOR
SMALL EQUIPMENT FOR THE PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT TO METRO TURF AND SCHWINN FOR
$3,250.86, MASTER TURF DISTRIBUTORS INC. FOR
$5,468.40 AND ED'S LAWN EQUIPMENT FOR $3,018.96.
B.6 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-176 AWARDING THE BID FOR
THE BROOKHAVEN CLUB DRIVE DRAINAGE AREA FENCE TO
BIG METALWORKS OF TEXAS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,400.
B.7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-179 APPROVING CHANGE
ORDER NO. 6 RELATIVE TO A CONTRACT WITH COPPELL
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS TO GUSSIE FIELD WATERWORTH PARK.
B.8 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 90-185 AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE FOR AN EXPORT ASSISTANCE
CENTER LOCATED IN THE FARMERS BRANCH CITY HALL.
C.1 CITY MANAGER REPORTS.
Student City Manager Greenstone gave an informative
report on the happenings and status of projects in the
departments of the City.
C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST OF AUTO FUEL COMPANY
FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A GASOLINE SERVICE
STATION WITHIN THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 30 ZONING
DISTRICT AT 2361 VALWOOD PARKWAY AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Auto Fuel Company
proposes to construct a Mobil Service Station at the
location currently occupied by the Drover Barbeque.
The service station will consist of four gas pumps and
a convenience store totalling 840 square feet.
On November 13, 1990 the Zoning Board of Adjustment
granted a variance to allow a 108 square foot pole sign
in the required front yard.
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The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote,
recommends the specific use permit to be approved as
submitted.
Student Mayor Greenstone opened the public hearing.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and recognized
Gary DeVleer, representing Auto Fuel Company. Mr.
DeVleer stated he was available for any questions of
Council.
A motion by Student Councilmember Jopling, a second by,
Student Councilman Blair, all voting "aye", closed the
public hearing.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman Moses, all
voting "aye", closed the public hearing.
A motion by Student Councilman Blair, a second by
Student Councilmember Jopling, all voting "aye",
adopted ordinance No. 1914 approving the specific use
permit as recommended by the Commission.
A motion by Councilmember Davis, a second by Councilman
Phelps, all voting "aye", adopted the following
captioned Ordinance No. 1914.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY
GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A GASOLINE
SERVICE STATION WITH THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO.
30 (PD-30) ZONING DISTRICT AND LOCATED AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF VALWOOD PARKWAY AND STEMMONS
FREEWAY; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS AND OPERATION;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING INJUNCTIVE
RELIEF; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT EXCEED THE SUM
OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH
OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C.3 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER REQUEST OF DOUG HENDERSON FOR
A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A NON DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT
WITH OUTSIDE SALES WINDOWS WITHIN THE PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT NO. 30 ZONING DISTRICT AT 2361 VALWOOD
PARKWAY AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. The proposed Red Line
Burger restaurant will be located on the eastern half
of the current Drover Barbeque site at Valwood Parkway
and IH 35E. The restaurant will consist of a 600
square foot building with an outside sales window on
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either side. No inside seating is provided, however
outside seating will be available.
A variance has been granted to permit an outside sales
window to be located three feet from an interior
property line. Also, variances have been granted to
allow a three panelled pole sign within the front yard
and the erection of roof mounted signs.
The Planning and Zoning commission, by unanimous vote,
recommends the specific use permit be approved as
submitted.
Student Mayor Greenstone opened the public hearing.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and recognized
Doug Henderson representing Red Line Burger restaurant.
Mr. Henderson stated he was available for any questions
of Council.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Student Councilman Blair, a second by Student
Councilmember Hutcheson, all voting "aye", closed the
public hearing.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman Moses, all
voting "aye", closed the public hearing.
A motion by Student Councilmember Hutcheson, a second
by Student Councilman Blair, all voting "aye", adopted
Ordinance No. 1915 approving the specific use permit as
recommended by the commission.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Councilman
Phelps, all voting "aye", adopted the following
captioned Ordinance No. 1915 approving the specific use
permit as recommended by the Commission.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY
GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A NON DRIVE-IN
RESTAURANT WITH OUTSIDE SALES WINDOWS LOCATED AT
THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF VALWOOD PARKWAY AND
STEMMONS FREEWAY AND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2361
VALWOOD PARKWAY AND BEING LOCATED IN THE. PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 30 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING A
SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING INJUNCTIVE RELIEF;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A
PENALTY OF FINE NOT EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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C.4 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF PRECISION
LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT, INC., TO AMEND THE USE CHART OF
THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 34 ZONING DISTRICT BY
ADDING LANDSCAPE AND NURSERY OPERATIONS TO THE USES
ALLOWED WITHIN THE ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Precision Landscape
Management, Inc. would like to amend the Planned
Development No. 34 zoning district by adding "Landscape
and Nursery Operation" to the use chart for that zoning
district.
Precision Landscape Management is currently located at
13337 Bee Street and wishes to expand its operation if
the amendment is approved.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote,
recommends that Planned Development No. 34 be amended
to allow "Landscape and Nursery operation" by specific
use permit within the zoning district.
Student Mayor Greenstone opened the public hearing.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and recognized
Bruce Birdsong representing Precision Landscape. Mr.
Birdsong stated he was available for any questions of
council.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Student Councilman Blair, a second by Student
Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, all voting "aye", closed the
public hearing.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Mayor Pro Tem Pyle, a second by Councilman Phelps, all
Voting "aye", closed the public hearing.
A motion by Student Councilman Blair, a second by
Student Councilmember Jopling, all voting "aye",
adopted Ordinance No. 1916 amending Planned Development
No. 34 by allowing "Landscape and Nursery Operation"
within the zoning district by specific use permit.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Pyle, a second by Councilman
Moses, all voting "aye", adopted the following
:captioned Ordinance No. 1916.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED; SO
AS TO INDICATE "LANDSCAPE AND NURSERY OPERATION"
AS A USE ALLOWED BY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT IN THE
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PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 34 (PD-34) ZONING
DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO
EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND ($2,000.00) DOLLARS
FOR EACH OFFENSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
C.5 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF JOSE I. FUENTES
FOR APPROVAL OF A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - INTERIM USE FOR
A MIXED BEVERAGE PERMIT WITHIN THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
NO. 25 ZONING DISTRICT AT 2275 VALLEY VIEW LANE AND
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Mr. Fuentes is
requesting a Specific Use Permit - Interim Use for a
period of 10 years for a restaurant with a mixed
beverage permit at 2275 Valley View Lane. Mr. Fuentes
will occupy- the existing restaurant structure situated
in front of the Econo Lodge. This location is within
the area of the City which may sell alcoholic beverages
as part of a restaurant operation.
The Zoning Board of
variance which would
with a mixed beverage
requirement of 5,000
floor space or havin,
The temporary variance
Adjustment granted a temporary
allow the restaurant to operate
permit without complying with the
square feet. of air conditioned
3 a minimum of 200 hotel rooms.
terminates in five years.
The Planning and Zoning commission, by unanimous vote,
recommends the specific use permit - interim use be
denied.
Student Mayor Greenstone opened the public hearing.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and recognized
Mr. Fuentes representing the restaurant. Mr. Fuentes
stated he was available,for any questions of Council.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Student Councilman Blair, a second by Student
Mayor Pro Tem. Haskings, all voting "aye", closed the
public hearing.
There being no one else, wishing to speak, a motion by
Councilman Phelps, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Pyle, all
voting "aye", closed the public hearing.
A motion by Student Councilman Blair, a second by
Student Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, all voting "aye",
denied the specific use permit - interim use.
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After some discussion, Council explained to Mr. Fuentes
that the City faces the chance of loosing the ability
to control the sale of alcohol if the City Ordinance
controlling this is deviated in any way.
A motion by Councilman Phelps, a second by Councilman
Binford, all voting "aye", denied the specific use
permit - interim use. .
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C.6 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF FOULDS, INC.,
FOR APPROVAL` OF A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - INTERIM USE FOR
A NON DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT WITH OUTSIDE SALES WINDOW AT
2825 VALLEY VIEW LANE AND WITHIN A LOCAL RETAIL-2
ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Dr. Carl Foulds wishes
to operate a sno-cone stand in the parking lot of 2825
Valley View-Lane. The stand is to be located where the
old Fox Photo once stood (approximately 70 feet east of
the Eckerd Drug Store). Dr. Foulds has applied for a
specific use permit - interim use which will begin on
April 1, 1991 and expires no earlier than September 30,
1991. If approved, Dr. Foulds will request the City
council to consider the stand a temporary food
establishment rather than a permanent establishment and
waive certain criteria found in the Food Code.
The Building Code Board of Appeals granted a variance
to allow a portable building having exterior walls with
less than a 2 hour fire rating at this location from
April 1, 1991 to September 30, 1991.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote,
recommends the specific use permit - interim use be
denied.
Student Mayor Greenstone opened the public hearing.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and recognized
Dr. Carl Foulds. Dr. Foulds stated his desire for
approval of the specific use permit - interim use and
the reasons for waiving certain criteria found in the
Food Code requirements.
There being no one else. wishing to speak, a motion by
Student Councilman Blair, a second by Student
Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, all voting "aye", closed the
public hearing.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by
Councilman Binford, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Pyle, all
voting "ayes, closed the public hearing.
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After discussion, a motion by Student Councilman Blair,
a second by Student Councilmember Jopling, all voting
"aye", approved the specific use permit - interim use
as requested and directed Staff to prepare an
appropriate ordinance.
Discussion followed relating to the need for two
ordinances (1) for the.facilities and location to allow
the stand, and (2) for the specific operation for food
service. A motion by Councilman Binford, a second by
CouncilmemberDavis, all voting "aye", approved the
specific use permit - interim use as requested and
directed Staff to prepare appropriate ordinances.
C.7 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER APPROPRIATE REGULATIONS FOR
DAY CARE FACILITIES WITH REGARD TO ZONING DISTRICTS AND
OTHER DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO PARKING RATIOS AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. At the request of City
Staff, the Planning and Zoning Commission continued the
public hearing until the December 17 Commission
meeting. In accordance with the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance, the City council must receive a
recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission
before action may be taken on any proposed zoning
amendment. Therefore, no action may be taken by the
City Council at this time.
City Staff recommends the public hearing be continued
to the January 7, 1991 City Council meeting.
A motion by Student Councilmember Jopling, a second by
Student Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, all voting "aye",
continued the public hearing to the January 7, 1991
City Council meeting.
A motion by Councilman,Binford, a second by Mayor Pro
Tem Pyle, all voting "aye", continued the public
hearing to the January 7, 1991 City Council meeting.
C.8 CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF BUCHANAN PRINTING COMPANY FOR
APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN FOR A PARKING LOT TO SERVE
BUCHANAN PRINTING LOCATED AT 2330 JETT STREET AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Buchanan Printing has
recently purchased additional property adjacent to
their building at 2330 Jett Street. They wish to
construct a parking lot, on a small portion of the new
property, with 34 new spaces immediately west of the
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existing facility. The parking lot will remain in
place until such time that Buchanan Printing expands
its facility in a manner which causes the alteration of
this new parking lot.
The applicant has stated that it is his goal to expand
his facility in the next 2 to 3 years.
The Planning and Zoning commission; by unanimous vote,
recommends the site plan be approved provided that the
extent of the landscaping and irrigation requirements be
determined by the City Council.
Student Mayor Greenstone recognized Dave Johnson,
representing Buchanan Printing. Mr. Johnson stated he
was available for any questions of Council.
A motion was made by Student Councilmember Hutcheson,
and seconded by Student Councilman Blair to approve the
site plan with the condition that additional
landscaping be provided within three years and direct
the City Staff to prepare an appropriate resolution.
City Manager Escalante suggested in order to expedite
the matter that the motion be amended to state to
revise Resolution No. 90-182 adding "not to exceed
three years" after the address.
Student Councilmember Hutcheson and Student Councilman
Blair amended the motion to adopt Resolution No. 90-182
approving the site plan as submitted and adding "not to
exceed three years" after the address. The vote
followed with all voting "aye" and the motion passed
unanimously.
A motion by Councilmember Davis, a second by Councilman
Binford, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No.
90-182 approving the site plan as submitted and adding
"not to exceed three years" after the address in the
Resolution.
C.9 CONSIDER FORMING A RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF
FARMERS BRANCH. (REQUEST OF THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
DAY PARTICIPANTS)
Student Mayor Greenstone
Day participants placed
discussion.
Student Mayor Greenstone
Works Director, Rachel
available for any questio:
stated the Student Government
this item on the agenda for
recognized the Student Public
Collins, who stated she was
ns of Council.
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Discussion followed concerning recycling centers,
public awareness, and the City's three month recycling
pilot program.
A motion by Student Councilman Blair, a second by
Student Mayor Pro Tem. Haskings, all voting "aye",
approved for the Student Government Day participants to
approach the Carrollton-Farmers .Branch Independent
School District Board to start a recycling program in
the schools.
A motion by Student Councilman Blair, a second by
Student Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, all voting "aye",
approved for the Student Government Day participants to
reconvene after 90 days regarding ideas about
increasing public awareness of recycling.
C.10 CONSIDER EXPANDING SERVICES OF THE YOUTH TASK FORCE TO
INCLUDE TEENS. (REQUEST OF THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT DAY
PARTICIPANTS)
Student Mayor Greenstone stated the Student Government
Day participants placed this item on the agenda for
discussion.
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Student Mayor Greenstone recognized the Student Parks
and Recreation Director, Lori Stimatze, who stated she
was available for any questions.
Discussion followed concerning student forum meetings,
youth facilities, and parks and recreation changes.
Student Councilman Blair requested Public Information
Officer Donna Huerta add the Student Advisory Council
to the City's mailing list for promotional activities
and the citizen's newsletter.
A motion by Student Councilmember Hutcheson, a second
by Student Councilman Blair, all voting "aye", approved
for a representative from the City Council to meet with
the Student Advisory council once a month.
A motion by Student Mayor Greenstone, a second by
Student Councilman Blair, all voting "aye", postponed
discussion of parks and recreation changes until the
next once a month meeting set up with a representative
of the City Council attending.
D.l CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 90-177 AWARDING BIDS
FOR IRRIGATION SUPPLIES FOR THE PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. Bid requests for
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irrigation supplies for the Parks and Recreation
Department were sent to five vendors. Five bids were
received and opened on October 30, 1990. All five bids
met specifications.
The total cost of low bids meeting specifications is
$25,531.48. There is $30,000 budgeted for irrigation
supplies in the 1990-91.budget.
The Director of the Parks and Recreation Department
recommends adopting Resolution No. 90-177 awarding bids
for irrigation supplies for the Parks and Recreation
Department, as identified in Attachment A, to the
following:
1. Longhorn Inc. - in the amount of $8,317.30.
2. Davis Pipe and Supply Inc. - in the amount of
$810.85.
3. Pipe IN Head - in the amount of $7,061.33.
4. Wickham Supply Inc. - in the amount of $9,342.00.
A motion by Student Mayor Pro Tem Haskings, a second by
Student Councilmember de los Santos, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 90-177.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Councilmember
Davis, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No. 90-177
awarding bids for irrigation supplies for the Parks and
Recreation Department for a total amount of $25,531.48.
D.2 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 90-181 AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE DALLAS
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FOR A POPS CONCERT, SATURDAY, MAY
18, 1991, AT 7:30 P.M. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$25,000.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. The City of Farmers
Branch entered into contractual discussions with the
Dallas Symphony Orchestra in an effort to provide a
1991 summer performance in our Historical Park.
The proposed contract provides for a concert for May
18, 1991, at 7:30 p.m. and ends at 9:45 p.m. A 20
minute break will occur after the first 50 minutes of
performance time. The contract provides for a payment
of $25,000. Hotel funds have been budgeted for this
purpose. The cost for the actual performance;in 1990
was $20,000 with an additional $5,000 being utilized
for support services, such as transportation support,
labor costs, restroom rental and advertising.
The actual cost for 1991 will be $30,000 with $5,000
being utilized for support services'.~
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Staff recommends that the contract be executed with the
Dallas Symphony Orchestra for the amount of $25,000.
Student Economic Development Director Kristin Jenne
explained the cost increase was due to labor increases
per the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
A motion by Student Councilmember Hutcheson, a second
by Student Councilmember Jopling, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 90-181.
A motion by Councilmember Davis, a second by Mayor Pro
Tem Pyle, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No.
90-181 authorizing the City Manager to execute a
contract with the Dallas Symphony orchestra in the
amount of $25,000.
City Manager Escalante stated the Concert will be
Saturday, not Friday, May 18, as had been announced.
MAYOR BLAIR STATED A POSSIBLE PERFORMANCE BY LEE GREENWOOD
IS BEING CONSIDERED FOR THE HISTORICAL PARK ON JULY 20,
1991. THE COST WOULD BE APPROXIMATELY $45,000 AND FUNDS
ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE HOTEL/MOTEL FUND. MAYOR BLAIR ASKED
COUNCIL IF THEY WOULD LIKE FOR STAFF TO PROCEED WITH
NEGOTIATIONS. COUNCILMAN BINFORD STATED HE WAS NOT
SUPPORTIVE DUE TO THE HIGH COST. THE REST OF THE
COUNCILMEMBERS AGREED TO CONTINUE NEGOTIATIONS.
D.3 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. .90-180 APPROVING A
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING AGREEMENT WITH
TERRA-MAR, INC., FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF VALWOOD PARKWAY
BETWEEN JOSEY LANE TO WEBB CHAPEL ROAD AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Student Mayor Greenstone presented the following
information for consideration. The bid for Valwood
Parkway Reconstruction was awarded at the November 5,
1990 City Council Meeting.
A construction materials testing agreement has been
negotiated with Terra-Mar, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $50,644 for testing the soil, subgrade and all
concrete work.
The City Engineer recommends adopting Resolution No.
90-180 approving a construction materials testing
agreement with Terra-Mar, Inc.
A motion by Student Councilmember Hutcheson, a second
by Student Councilmember Jopling, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 90-180 approving a construction
materials testing agreement with Terra-Mar, Inc.
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A motion by Councilman Binford, a second' by Mayor Pro
Tem Pyle, all voting "aye", adopted Resolution No.
90-180 approving a construction materials testing
agreement with Terra-Mar, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $50,644.
D.4 CONSIDER COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORTS AND REQUESTS AND TAKE
THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
There were no Council travel reports or requests.
D.5 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION.
Student Mayor Greenstone recognized Mrs. Paul, 2516
Leta Mae Lane, who asked the status of replacing the
trees in the Gussie Field Waterworth Park.
Student City Engineer Samuel Paul explained the project
would be going out to bid in late January and that
$157,000 in funds were set aside for the project.
Student Mayor Greenstone recognized Jasmine Jopling,
2103 Crosby, Carrollton, who asked about the R. L.
Turner school logo lion to be painted on the water
tower.
Student City Engineer Paul stated the water tower with
both school logos (R. L. Turner and W. T. White)
painted on it should' be completed by the end of
December.
MAYOR BLAIR ANNOUNCED 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 IN
THE STUDY SESSION ROOM 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.
MAYOR BLAIR FURTHER STATED THAT AFTER RECONVENING INTO
GENERAL SESSION, THE STUDY SESSION WILL BE CONTINUED ALSO.
E.1 EXECUTIVE SESSION.
a. DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS - ARTICLE 6252-117, SEC.
2 (g)
1. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO ALTERNATE PLACE 1
POSITION ON THE PLANNING AND ZONING; AND
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS.
2. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE VALWOOD
IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
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A discussion was held relating to appointments to the
Planning and Zoning Commission, the Zoning Board of
Adjustments, and the Valwood Improvement Authority Board of
Directors.
b. DISCUSS PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION -
ARTICLE 6252-17 SEC. 2(e)
1. REVIEW AND EVALUATE THE CITY MANAGER'S DUTIES
AND POLICIES RELATIVE TO THE CITY WORKER'S
COMPENSATION PROGRAM AND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
AND CONFER WITH THE CITY ATTORNEY PURSUANT TO
THE CODE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF
THE STATE BAR OF TEXAS, ART. 6252-17, (E)
AND (G).
A discussion was held between the members of the City
Council and the Staff relating the City's Workmans
Compensation Program.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION.
E.2 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS
DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
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Mayor Blair announced that appointments to the boards
discussed are taken under advisement and will be considered
at the next meeting.
E.3 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION IN PENDING AND
CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE
SESSION.
Mayor Blair announced that the Staff presented information
to the Council relating to the City's Workmans Compensation
Program.
F.1 ADJOURNMENT.
A motion by Councilmember. Davis, a second
Binford, all voting "aye", adjourned the
rmeeting of November 26, 1990 at 12:20 a.1ip.
Mayor Dave Blair
City Secretary
by Councilman
city council
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