2023-08-01 CC Minutes L1AA
City of Farmers Branch 13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
' Action Meeting Minutes
City Council
Farmers Branch,Texas 75234
FARMERS
BRANCH
Tuesday,August 1,2023 6:00 PM Council Chambers
The full video of this meeting is available on the City website at https://farmersbranch.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
Council Present: Mayor Terry Lynne,Mayor Pro Tem Richard Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Omar
Roman,Councilmember Martin Baird,Councilwoman Tina Bennett-Burton,Councilmember
David Merritt
City Staff Present: City Manager Ben Williamson,Deputy City Manager Mike Mashburn,Chief of Staff Jawaria
Tareen,City Secretary Stacy Henderson,Erin Flores,Deputy City Secretary,City Attorney
Pete Smith,Police Chief Kevin McCoy,Fire Chief Daniel Latimer,Director of Sustainability
&Public Health Shane Davis,Director of Economic Development Allison Cook,Director of
Finance Tammy Zimmerman,Director of Communications Jeff Brady,Director of
Innovation and Technology Mark Samuels,Director of Public Works Ryan Sartor
A. CALL TO ORDER-STUDY SESSION
Mayor Lynne called the Study Session meeting to order at 4:00 pm.
A.1 Discuss regular agenda items.
Councilmember Merritt had questions related to Agenda Item H.4,as to how the public service officer vehicle
would be outfitted and requested Council reconsider funds allocated to the Metrocrest Services contract.
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman had questions related to Agenda Item H.5,the Farmers Branch Creek at Webb
Chapel Road Pipeline Rehabilitation Project,and if funds were budgeted for this expense.Ryan Sartor,Director
of Public Works,explained that the project would be funded from a CIP account that was designated to handle
emergency situations.Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Roman asked that once the project began to communicate with
residents on the project timeline.
A.2 Receive biannual update from the Senior Advisory Board.
Deborah Hull, Senior Advisory Board Chair presented this item reviewing the Board's mission and vision,
membership at the Branch Connection,reviewed details of the various programs offered and participation levels.
Ms.Hull discussed programs for the future,and proposed facility renovations.
A.3 Discuss City Council liaison appointments to external organizations.
City Secretary Stacy Henderson gave a presentation discussing the vacancies on three boards that consisted of the
Sister City Committee,Travel Expense Review Committee,and the North Texas Commission.The following
Councilmembers volunteered to serve:
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• Sister City Program-Councilwoman Burton
• North Texas Commission-Councilmember Merritt and Mayor Pro Tem Jackson
• Travel Expense Review Committee-Councilmember Baird
Mayor Lynne noted that he would begin serving on the Metrocrest Hospital Authority in lieu of Councilwoman
Burton due to conflicting schedules.
A.4 Discuss future agenda items.
There were no future agenda items added by the Council. The Study Session meeting was adjourned at 4:22 p.m.
B. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council reconvened the meeting at 4:34 p.m.to go into Executive Session pursuant to Texas
Government Code Section 551.071 for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney
regarding Agenda Item J.1.
The City Council adjourned from Executive Session at 5:10 p.m.
C. CALL TO ORDER-REGULAR MEETING(6 P.M.)
Mayor Lynne called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
D. INVOCATION&PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Baird conducted the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
E. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
There were no ceremonial items for this meeting.
F. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Jeff Brady,Director of Communications,presented items of community interest.
G. REPORT ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Lynne reported on items from the Study Session portion of the meeting that included:
• City Council liaison appointments
• Upcoming pipeline repairs on Webb Chapel
• Biannual update from Senior Advisory Board
H. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,seconded by Councilwoman Burton,to approve
the Consent Agenda as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tern Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
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H.1 Consider approving the following City Council meeting minutes; and take appropriate action.
• July 11,2023 Budget Workshop Meeting
• July 18,2023 Regular Meeting
H.2 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-153 authorizing the City Manager to approve the
purchase of one new Chevrolet Tahoe SUV in the amount of$36,650 from Reliable Chevrolet
through the
Sheriff's Association Purchasing Contract and upfitting for the vehicle in the amount of$18,850
from Defender Supply through the Tarrant County Contract; and take appropriate action.
H.3 Consider approving Resolution No.2023- 157,awarding the 2022-2023 Large Water Meter
Purchase to HydroPro Solutions in the amount of$148,642.35,and take appropriate action.
H.4 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-158 authorizing the City Manager to approve the
purchase of one new Chevrolet 3500HD Truck in the amount of$68,340 from Caldwell Country
Chevrolet through the Local Government Purchasing Cooperative ("BuyBoard")and up fitting for
the vehicle in the amount of$47,547 from Priority Public Safety through BuyBoard; and take
appropriate action.
H.5 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-128 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Sole
Source Contract,in the amount of $135,000 with CPM Pipelines for the Farmers Branch Creek at
Webb Chapel Road Ductile Iron Pipeline Rehabilitation Project; and take appropriate action.
H.6 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-147 authorizing the execution of a Residential
Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 14244
Coral Harbour Court; and take appropriate action.
11.7 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-123 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract
for services with the Family Place in the total amount of$15,000; and take appropriate action.
H.8 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-124 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract
for services with the Woven Health Clinic in the total amount of$50,000; and take appropriate
action.
H.9 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-129 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract
for services with the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce in the total amount of$18,650; and take
appropriate action.
11.10 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-130 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract
for business development services with the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce in the total
amount of$30,000; and take appropriate action.
H.11 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-160 authorizing payment to Fuquay,Inc.for their work
on an emergency bypass for the Farmers Branch Office Park Lift Station repair in the amount of
$56,830; and take appropriate action.
H.12 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-155 awarding the OS&Y Valve purchase 2022-2023 to
Ferguson Enterprises,LLC in the amount of$122,668.68; and take appropriate action.
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H.13 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-149 denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company,LLC's
application for approval of a Distribution Cost Recovery Factor to increase distribution rates
within the City of Farmers Branch; and take appropriate action.
H.14 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-151 authorizing the City Manager to execute a
Communications Facilities License Agreement between the City of Farmers Branch and Dish
Wireless LLC; and take appropriate action.
11.15 Consider approving annual 2023/2024 Board appointments to the Parks and Recreation Board,
Historical Preservation and Restoration Board,and Library Board; and take appropriate action.
H.16 Consider approval of City Council liaison appointments to external organizations; and take
appropriate action.
11.17 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-132,authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract
for social services with Metrocrest Services Inc.in the total amount of$200,000; and take
appropriate action.
Mayor Lynne moved to Items J.3 and J.4 on the Regular Agenda.
J.3 Consider approving Ordinance No.3808 amending the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinance,
Section 82-95"No Parking Zones"to add a no parking zone on Southbound Venture Drive from its
intersection with Garden Brook Drive North to a point 200 feet North of the second existing
driveway; and take appropriate action.
Ryan Sartor,Director of Public Works presented this item discussing the City initiated no parking zone proposed
at Venture Drive and Gardenbrook.The City received concerns about obstructed views due to on street parking in
the area.Mr. Sartor explained the difference between a City initiated proposal and a request for no parking
signage.
A motion was made by Councilmember Merritt,seconded by Councilmember Baird,that Ordinance No.
3808 be approved as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tern Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
J.4 Consider approving Ordinance No.3809,amending the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances
Section 70-3"Attaching Symbols,Letters,Numerals,and Other Markings Upon,or Spraying,
Painting Upon Public Rights-of-Way,Streets,Curbs,Basements,or Alleys"regulating curb
painting;and take appropriate action.
Ryan Sartor,Director of Public Works presented this item discussing current ordinance requirements and
proposed amendments that included removing the permitting requirement,removal of the$50 fee,maintaining
the current white lettering standard,but allowing for varied background colors to allow for a varied approach.
The signage could be no longer than 20 inches in length.
A motion was made by Mayor Lynne seconded by Councilmember Merritt,to approve Ordinance No.
3809 as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tern Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
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Mayor Lynne moved to the public hearing portion of the agenda.
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS
I.1 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3806 that amends the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to define "Mall"as a use within the City and adopting
regulations applicable to such use,including but not limited to amending: Article 2 "Zoning
Districts and Uses,"Article 4"Site Development Standards,"and Article 7"Definitions"; and take
appropriate action.
Marcos Narvaez,Deputy Director of Planning discussed the request received to allow a mall use to the zoning
use table.Land use and compatibility with the Comprehensive Plan was discussed noting that the Comprehensive
Plan does not call for internal mall type spaces.Additional traffic and required parking spaces were discussed
along with the requirement for a traffic impact study with this type of use.Mr.Narvaez noted that eleven letters
were received in opposition,and no letters of support were received. The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended by a 4 to 2 vote to deny the request.The Council confirmed with Mr.Narvaez that a mall use was
not recommended as part of the former or current Comprehensive Plan,and discussed how businesses would be
regulated within the mall.Mr.Narvaez also clarified that the use could not be considered retail as a retail use is
considered a single use.
The public hearing was opened at 6:49 p.m.and the following individuals requested to speak:
Ruben Salinas,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Lilia Astudillo,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Diana Vasquez,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Jose Valeriana,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Nicholas Quintanilla,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Carlos Quintanilla,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Rosa Torrez,did not come to the podium and speak for this item.
Lori Palmer,3315 Scarlet Oak,Farmers Branch
Spoke in opposition to the request.
A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,seconded by Councilwoman Burton,to close the
public hearing and to deny Ordinance No.3806 as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
I.2 Conduct a public hearing and consider a request to adopt the Farmers Branch 2045 Plan,
amending the City's comprehensive plan,as previously amended,and preserving and making the
IH-35E Corridor Vision Study part of the Farmers Branch 2045 Plan; and take appropriate
action.
Marcos Narvaez,Deputy Director of Planning introduced Erin Purdu with Stantec Consulting Services,who has
been working on review and implementation of the proposed 2045 plan.Mr.Narvaez noted that the Planning and
Zoning Commission unanimously voted to approve the 2045 plan.
Erin Purdu with Stantec discussed with the Council the community engagement involved in the implementation
of a new strategic plan,and plan elements that included housing diversity,economic development and
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redevelopment,mobility,and future land use and community design. The Farmers Branch 2045 Plan combines
the East,West,and Central area plans into one document as well as the IH-35 Corridor Vision Study.
The Council recessed the meeting at 7:13 p.m.and reconvened at 7:21 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Merritt,seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jackson to approve
Ordinance No.3805 as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tern Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
J. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
J.2 Consider approving Resolution No.2023-161 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and
execute the First Amendment to the Multi-Sport Facility Lease; and take appropriate action.
Allison Cook,Director of Economic Development presented this item to amend the lease for two terms to the
Multi-Sport Facility. Changes to the design of the building were also discussed along with delays with the
project.Andy Gipson,General Manager for the Dallas Stars Multi-Sport complex discussed changes to the
building and signage proposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Jackson,seconded by Councilmember Merritt to approve
Resolution No.2023-161 as presented.The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tern Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman,Councilmember Baird,Councilwoman Burton,
Councilmember Merritt
J.5 Consider adopting Ordinance No.3811 amending the Code of Ethics,Chapter 2 Administration,
Article III,Code of Ethics,Section 2-280,Additional Standards,as it relates to the endorsement of
candidates running for City Council; and take appropriate action.
Erin Flores,Deputy City Secretary,presented this item.
Mayor Pro Tern Jackson explained that he brought this item before Council as a measure of impartiality so that
Councilmembers do not use the prestige of their office to endorse a candidate, and creates guidelines that
Councilmembers could agree to follow.
Councilmember Merritt explained that since this amendment cannot be enforced due to first amendment rights,it
should not be added to the Code of Ethics.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Jackson,seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman to approve
Ordinance No.3811 as presented.The motion passed with three(3)votes in favor and two(2)votes in
opposition.
Nay: 2- Councilmember Merritt,Councilwoman Burton
Abstain: 1 - Councilmember Baird(An abstention vote is considered a vote in favor)
Aye: 2- Mayor Pro Tem Jackson,Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roman
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J.1 Receive an update from the Firehouse Theater.
David Moore,Executive Director with Firehouse Theater gave a presentation discussing the theaters mission,
updates to the building and programming from 2019 to 2023,how the pandemic affected the theatre,recap of
shows completed during that time,education initiatives,reviewed donor contributions,and revenues and
expenditures.
The following individuals requested to speak on this item:
Laura Lowe,resident of Coppell
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Tyler Halbrooks,resident of Lewisville
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Owen Beans,2821 Millwood,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Wyatt Hartz,resident of Dallas
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Coreen Wade,resident of Dallas
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Chef Uno Immanivong,Owner of Redstix,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Linda Bambina,3120 Golfing Green,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Troy Bonneau, 14339 Tanglewood,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Lena Gay,resident of Coppell
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
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Sarah Williams,resident of Dallas
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Jason Davila,2935 Marsann,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Ally Beans,2821 Millwood Drive,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Hilary Allen,resident of McKinney
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Hunter Lewis,resident of Dallas
In favor continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
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Linda Moen,resident of Carrollton
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Linda Hatfield,resident of Carrollton
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Tamara Cleghorn, 14614 Cyrpus Point,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Shane Peterman,resident of Addison
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Almaz Clawson,resident of Addison
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Ruby Chabot, 14405 Valley Hi,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Lola Chabot, 14405 Valley Hi,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Reese Olson,3047 Selma,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
Ella Bonneau, 14339 Tanglewood,Farmers Branch
In favor of continuing support for firehouse theater and funding sponsorships
The Council discussed the need to balance amenities while using City funds and providing up-to-date contracts
with the theater.Mayor Lynne asked that Mr.Moore have a follow up meeting with City staff and the Mayor to
discuss their contract further.Mayor Lynne also noted that all nonprofit organizations in the City were required to
provide annual updates to Council.
Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Roman asked Mr.Moore various questions related to theatre operations,and Mr.Moore
responded to those questions.
K. TAKE ANY ACTION NECESSARY AS A RESULT OF THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
There was no action taken as a result of the Executive Session.
L. CITIZEN COMMENTS
The following citizens requested to speak during Citizen Comments.
Samantha Neimer had requested to speak during Citizen Comments but did not come to the podium when called.
M. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:53 p.m.
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Approved by: ��'
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Mayor Terry Lynne
Signed by:
CitySecretary Stacy erson
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