2019-09-03 CC Minutes City of Farmers Branch Farmers Branch City Hall
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City Council
Tuesday, September 3,2019 6:00 PM Council Chambers
Study Session Meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m. in the Study Session Room with a
Dinner Break at 5:15 p.m.
Mayor Dye called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m.
Present: 3- Mayor Pro Tern John Norwood, Council Member Mike Bomgardner and
Council Member Cristal Retana
Staff: 18- City Manager Charles Cox, Deputy City Manager John Land, Assistant City
Manager Benjamin Williamson, City Secretary Amy Piukana, City Attorney
Peter G. Smith, Police Chief David Hale, Fire Chief Steve Parker, Director of
Human Resources Brian Beasley, Director of Public Works Marc Bentley,
Director of Sustainability& Health Shane Davis, Director of Planning &Zoning
Tina M. Firgens, Director of Economic Development Allison Cook, Director of
Library Denise Wallace, Building Official Hugh Pender, Director of Information
"" Services Mark Samuels, Director of Communications Tom Bryson and
Director of Fleet& Facilities Kevin Muenchow
A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4:00 P.M.)
A.1 19-356 Discuss regular City Council meeting agenda items
Council Member Lynne asked for clarification on Agenda Item, H.3 (Operating Fund
Budget of North Dallas Water Supply) in regards to the $2500 cost for an audit. He
asked if this dollar amount could be reduced.
City Manager Charles Cox explained this is a joint entity audit review with the Town of
Addison, he stated it has been more economical to utilize Grant Thornton He explained
in the past the City paid for annual audits and we have reduced audits to every other year
to reduce costs.
Council Member Lynne asked for clarification on Agenda Item H.5 (Demolition Rebuild
2519 Greenhurst Drive) expressing concerns of the structure value being $66 per foot
noting this is below normal and he asked if the applicant is disputing the property value
with DCAD in order to qualify for the City grant.
Director of Economic Development Allison Cook explained the applicant used the value
at purchase and this qualified them for the$20,000 grant.
Council Member Lynne asked for clarification on Agenda Item H 7 (Drainage Report).
He asked what the estimated cost of completion would be
Director of Public Works Marc Bentley stated we had a $50,000 contract with Freese and
Nichols, to complete Phase I he noted Phase II would be next.
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Council Member Bomgardner asked for clarification on Agenda Item H.7, Section 86-604
asking if the language prohibits someone from building within the 100 year flood plain,
erosion control such as bagwalls would this require City Staff review and (Section 86-609) �-
drainage system requirements, he asked if any new construction adds additional flow,
they must manage the water flow downstream.
Mr. Bentley explained the City reviews bagwall installations and developers will not be
allowed to build within the 100 year flood plain, he noted developers will now have to
build a detention pond if they construct on property that does not have pipe capacity to
handle the water flow and runoff.
Mayor Pro Tem Norwood asked if this incorporates the NOAH standards.
Director of Public Works Marc Bentley replied stating yes and he may decide to switch to
the TP 40 in the future since it sets higher standards.
Council Member Lynne asked for clarification on Agenda Item H.8, (Atmos gas rates).
He asked for clarificaiton on why the rate for residential and commercial are both going
up.
Ms. Jan Rugg with Atmos Energy explained Atmos works with coalition attorneys to reach
a fair price. She explained gas prices are low so this allows expenses from last year to
be offset and allows investment of infrastructure.
Council Member Bomgardner asked why the burden increase is being passed on to
residential customers. Ms. Jan explained the monies are divided between businesses
and residential noting the commercial increase will be $6.18 a month, residential
customers will see a$2.05 increase
Council Member Bomgardner asked for an explanation on the volumetric charges.
Mr. Roach stated he could reach out to the attorneys to obtain clarification on the cost
breakdown of commercial and residential costs.
Council Member Lynne suggested on Agenda Item, H 12 (Beltwood Building Lease), that
Staff review other storage areas to save on costs
Mr. Cox explained the rate has been the same over the past 15 years, and noted the
facility is secure and climate controlled, meeting State guidelines for Records Storage.
Mayor Pro Tem Norwood suggested leveraging monies to approach Starbucks and
Chipotle to negotiate with TXDot an exit to Valley View off of 1-35
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A.2 19-414 Discuss west bound IH-635 service road public safety jurisdictional
coverage options
Council Member Lynne explained currently the frontage off 1-635 is controlled by City of
Dallas and Farmers Branch does not typically respond to emergency calls. He
explained due to safety and the location of senior housing being constructed near Dallas
Medical Center, he recommends Farmers Branch provide services to this location as a
proactive safety measure.
Police Chief David Hale explained Farmers Branch Police and Emergency Services could
provide a better response and service; however; he would like to see the public safety
data to review call volume. He stated this would allow him to better understand and
review the call volume and discuss the impacts to the Police and Fire response teams.
Council Member Retana suggested obtaining more data to review public safety concerns
and ensure Farmers Branch is able to assist.
Director of Public Works Marc Bentley explained the City also needs to identify who will
manage the traffic signals.
The City Council discussed response times, annexation, timing, revenue share with
Dallas, Senior housing, and speed limits.
Mayor Dye noted staff would obtain more data and allow Council to review at a future
meeting.
A.3 19-379 Discuss the City Manager's Proposed Fiscal Year 2019-20 balanced
budget
Director of Finance Sherrelle Evans-Jones briefed City Council regarding this item. Ms.
Evans-Jones reviewed an additional option, which she referred to as Option 1 Version 2.
Council Member Bomgardner reviewed a budget spreadsheet he created. Mayor Dye
stated he proposes (.5999) almost a one cent decrease and noted this item will be
discussed downstairs.
A.4 19-401 Discuss agenda items for future City Council meetings
None
Mayor Dye recessed from Study Session at 5 31 p.m.
B. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.)
Mayor Dye called the meeting to order at 6 p m.
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C. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Blackson provided the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance and
Pledge to the Texas Flag. ""
D. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
D.1 19-407 Presentation of the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR)
award to Keep Farmers Branch Beautiful and the City of Farmers
Branch
CWD Robert Medgovich provided Keep Farmers Branch Beautiful Pat Link, and City of
Farmers Branch Pam Smith, and Sustainability Chair with the STAR Award
D.2 19-397 Presentation of a Proclamation recognizing September as Library
Card Sign-up Month
Mayor Dye provided Director of Library Services Denise Wallace with a proclamation
recognizing September as Library Card Sign Up Month.
D.3 19-420 Presentation of a proclamation to Mary Immaculate Catholic School
for celebrating its 60th Jubilee this 2019-2020 school year
Mayor Dye provided a proclamation to Mary Immaculate Catholic School for celebrating
its 60th Jubilee.
E. REPORT ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS ._.
Mayor Dye provided a report on Study Session.
F. MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER'S REPORT ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY
INTEREST
City Manager Charles Cox briefed City Council regarding community events.
G. CITIZEN COMMENTS
None
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H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1 19-384 Consider approving the August 12, 2019, August 13-15, 2019 City
Council Retreat and August 20, 2019 City Council meeting minute(s);
and take appropriate action
H.2 19-409 Consider excusing the absence of Council Member Cristal Retana
from the August 20, 2019 City Council meeting; and take appropriate
action
H.3 R2019-112 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-112 to approve the 2019-20
Operating Fund Budget of the North Dallas County Water Supply
Corporation; and take appropriate action.
H.4 R2019-113 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-113 maintaining the City's
investment policy; and take appropriate action
H.5 R2019-114 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-114 authorizing the
_ execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive
Agreement for the owner of the property located at 2519 Greenhurst
Dr.; and take appropriate action
H.6 R2019-94 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-94 approving Economic
Development Incentives pursuant to the Commercial Facade Grant
Program for 4455 Alpha Road; and take appropriate action
H.7 ORD-3595 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3595 amending the City's Code of
Ordinances, Chapter 86, Utilities, Article VII, Municipal Drainage
Utility System, by adding Division 3, Stormwater Drainage
Requirements adopting a storm drainage design manual and
related regulations; and take appropriate action
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H.8 ORD-3596 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3596 approving a negotiated
settlement between the Atmos Cities Steering Committee and Atmos
Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division that adopts new natural gas rates for
the City of Farmers Branch; and take appropriate action.
H.9 R2019-117 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-117 nominating Michael
Hurtt as a Candidate to be a member of the Board of Directors of the
Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD); and take appropriate action
H.10 ORD-3585 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3585 amending Ordinance No.
1430, as amended, relative to the procedures for adopting Plats
repealing Sections 6, amending Sections 7 & 8 and adding Sections
8A, 8B, and 8C to the Subdivision Ordinance; and take appropriate
action
H.11 R2019-121 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-121 allowing a temporary
carnival for the Mary Immaculate Catholic Church Annual Parish Fall
Festival, located at 2800 Valwood Parkway, to be held on October 5,
2019; and take appropriate action
H.12 R2019-122 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-122 authorizing the
execution of a modification of the existing commercial lease
agreement for the warehouse storage facility at 4350 Beltwood; and
take appropriate action
H.13 R2019-124 Consider approving Resolution No. 2019-124 authorizing the sale of a
4920±square foot tract of land out of the Thomas Keenan Survey, Abstract
No. 733, generally located at 12700 N. Stemmons, to the State of Texas; and
take appropriate action.
Council Member Blackson made a motion to approve Consent Items H 1 through H.13,
as presented Motion seconded by Council Member Bomgardner Motion was
approved unanimously.
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.1 19-377 Conduct a public hearing to consider adopting a maximum property
tax rate of$0.61 on September 17, 2019; and take appropriate action.
Director of Finance Sherrelle Evans-Jones briefed City Council regarding the budget,
noting this is the second required public hearing.
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Mayor Dye opened the public hearing. The following citizens wished to speak:
Vicki Harrison spoke expressing concerns on speaking time, budget information review
time, high taxes, property value and impacts to Senior Citizens.
Mayor Dye noted we are looking at raising the senior exemption next year.
Kristen Bickham spoke expressing concerns with high taxation, purchasing power,
inflation, stagnant wages and suggested reducing the tax rate.
Mike Harrison spoke suggesting a change in the culture of the City Council in regards to
rate increases.
Sammy Bickham Jr. suggested looking into ways to be innovative, utilize our assets to
create wealth for city,
Mr. Cox stated property values are increasing due to the activities on the west side. He
noted the certified appraisal values are due to new growth. He stated this will increase
tax revenue and property values.
Mayor Pro Tem Norwood spoke thanking residents in attendance. He suggested the
City Council hold a special meeting to discuss the budget and all options.
Mayor Dye recommended meeting on September 11th to allow the City Council more
time to review the budget items.
Mayor Dye motioned to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Council Member
Blackson. Motion approved unanimously.
Council Member Retana suggested all data presented be in the same format to minimize
resident confusion.
ORD-3590I.2 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3590
for a Specific Use Permit and associated Detailed Site Plan for an
enclosed vehicle storage facility on a 3.9-acre lot located at 13342
Midway Road, at the southeast corner of Midway Road and McEwen
Road; and take appropriate action.
Senior Planner Jennifer Paz briefed City Council regarding this item.
Architect Edwin Smith briefed City Council noting this project is a new concept and
provided an update.
The City Council reviewed thehistory of the property, Phase II plans, finish outs and
tenantdesign.
Mayor Pro Tem Norwood suggested a meeting with the Public Art Committee Chairman
to review art concepts.
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Mayor Dye opened the Public Hearing There was no one present that wished to speak.
Motion made by Mayor Dye to close the public hearing and approve, as presented.
Motion seconded by Council Member Blackson. Motion was approved unanimously.
1.3 ORD-3591 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3591
to rezone approximately 8.02 acres located generally at the
southeast corner of Mercer Parkway and Commerce Street, from
Commerce District to Urban Center District within Planned
Development District No. 88 and including special exceptions; and
take appropriate action.
Senior Planner Jennifer Paz briefed City Council regarding this item.
Applicant Gene Babb spoke providing a PowerPoint presentation reviewing
developments and projects they have completed.
The City Council discussed parking, square ft. rates (applicant stated $1 62 per sq. ft.),
leasing, and construction timing,
Mayor Pro Tem Norwood stated he does not support additional multifamily on the west
side, but would consider a development on the east side.
Council Member Blackson stated he agrees with Mayor Pro Tem Norwood
Mayor Dye opened the public hearing. Mr. Michael Beaty(Architect) spoke in support of
the project.
Mayor Dye closed the Public Hearing and motioned to approve Ordinance No 3591, as
presented Motion seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Lynne Motion prevailed by the
following votes:
Ayes: Council Member Bomgardner, Council Member Retana, Council
Member Lynne
Nays: Council Member Blackson, Mayor Pro Tern Norwood
J. ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Mayor Dye to adjourn Motion seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Norwood.
Motion approved unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m
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City Secr- Am, M. Piukana
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