1992-10-19 CC MinutesI
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 19, 1992
COUNCIL CHAMBER
CITY HALL
7:30 P.M.
The following members of the City Council were present:
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tern
Councilmembers
Dave Blair
Bob Phelps
Jeff Binford
Calla Davis
Ron Pyle
Bill Moses
The following members of the City Administration were present:
City Manager
Richard L. Escalante
Assistant City Manager
Steve Carpenter
Assistant City Manager
John Burke
City Attorney
John Boyle
City Secretary
Ruth Ann Parish
Communication Director
Donna Huerta
Economic Development Director
Norma Nichols
Director of Community Services
Tom Scales
City Engineer
Jerry Murawski
Fire Chief
Kyle King
Director of Parks & Recreation
Jeff Fuller
Police Chief
Jimmy Fawcett
Director of Public Works
Mark Pavageaux
City Management Assistant
David Reedy
Traffic Engineer
Dave Davis
Recording Secretary
Cindee Peters
Mayor Blair called the City Council Meeting of October 19, 1992 to order at 7:30 P.M..
The meeting was televised.
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A.1 INVOCATION.
Councilman Moses gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Blair announced the acknowledgement of the Red Ribbon Campaign and
proclamation had been left off the agenda tonight. Mayor Blair read the proclamation and
presented the proclamation to Mayor Pro Tem Phelps.
Mayor Pro Tem Phelps stated he wanted to thank City staff for their work on this
campaign, especially Ed Chesson of the Police Department and Police Chief Jimmy
Fawcett. Mayor Pro Tem Phelps explained the softball tournament would be held this
Saturday, October 24th. Mayor Pro Tem Phelps invited City Councilmembers, City Staff
and anyone who could attend the kick-off breakfast this Friday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel
beginning at 7:15 a.m..
A.2 CONSIDER ACCEPTING A DONATION OF $750 FROM THE KNIGHTS OF
COLUMBUS COUNCIL 5052 AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The Knights of Columbus
Council 5052 operated a concession stand at the Gussie Field Watterworth Park dedication
on September 26, 1992. They wish to donate the $350 generated by the concession stand.
The donation will help cover the cost of the petting zoo for the Red Ribbon Softball
Tournament.
The Knights of Columbus Council 5052 also wish to donate an additional $400 to sponsor
another petting zoo for Halloween in the Park. The total donation from the Knights of
Columbus Council 5052 is $750.
The Director of the Parks and Recreation Department and the Chief of Police recommend
accepting the donation of $750 from the Knights of Columbus Council 5052.
Mr. Jim Tomassini, the Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 5052
presented a check to Mayor Blair. Mr. Tomassini explained the Knights of Columbus
provided funds for brochures to be printed and handed out to all school kids about the
Red Ribbon Campaign.
A motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
accepted the donation of $750 from the Knights of Columbus Council 5052.
A.3 RECOGNITION OF EQUIPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE EDGAR
COVEY FOR RECEIVING THE MECHANIC OF THE YEAR AWARD PRESENTED
BY THE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE COUNCIL.
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Mayor Blair presented the following information. On September 13, 1992 Edgar Covey
of the Equipment Services Department received the Equipment Maintenance Council
Mechanic of the Year award. The award was presented at the annual conference in
Nashville, Tennessee.
Edgar was selected by meeting the criteria for the Mechanic of the Year Award in the
following areas: job performance and professionalism, formal training, innovations and
improvements in repair techniques, innovations and improvements in diagnostic and
trouble shooting techniques, and overall professional abilities as a mechanic.
Mayor Blair congratulated Mr. Edgar Covey and explained this award was a tremendous
accomplishment. Mayor Blair stated Mr. Covey was picked not just from Texas
applicants but by applicants across the country.
A.4 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF A DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $200 BY J.C.
PENNEY COMPANY TO THE FARMERS BRANCH MANSKE LIBRARY AND
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. The J. C. Penney
Company has presented a check in the amount of $200 in support of the Farmers Branch
Manske Library literacy program. The donation is made in recognition of one of the
company's employees, Peggy Polito, who is a volunteer teacher in the literacy program.
The Library plans to use the donation to purchase more workbooks and materials for
students learning to read and write.
The Library Director recommends accepting the $200 donation from the J. C. Penney
Company for the purchase of workbooks and materials for the Farmers Branch Manske
Library literacy program.
Ms. Peggy Polito presented a check to Mayor Blair. Ms. Polito explained the City of
Farmers Branch had one of the best literacy programs available. Ms. Polito explained
her employer J. C. Penney was located in Farmers Branch and felt proud that the
employees of this company contributed to such a worthy cause.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilwoman Davis, all voting "aye",
accepted the donation from J. C. Penney Company.
A.5 CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION OF A FIREGROUND SIMULATOR
FROM DALLAS SEMICONDUCTOR TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. Dallas Semiconductor
presented the Farmers Branch Fire Department with a fireground simulator system in
appreciation for the support provided to them by the City of Farmers Branch. The Fire
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Department plans to use the donated equipment to improve fire suppression tactics and
communications on the fireground. The equipment consists of visual smoke and fire
animation, hand held radios, two sound effect tapes and a classroom speaker. The
estimated value of the gift is $2,600.00.
The Fire Chief recommends accepting the fireground simulator system from Dallas
Semiconductor.
Ms. Carolyn Oleta, Director of Safety and Security for Dallas Semiconductor, explained
this system is a great training aid for the Fire Department.
Mayor Blair stated Dallas Semiconductor is one of the largest employers in Farmers
Branch and a great corporate citizen.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye
accepted the fireground simulator system from Dallas Semiconductor.
A.6 PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS.
Mayor Blair presented a ten year employee service award to Betty Nichols of the Library.
A.7 PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION CONGRATULATING THE FIRST
METHODIST CHURCH OF THEIR GOLDEN CROSS FUND PROGRAM THAT
PROVIDES SPECIAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT TO THOSE IN NEED.
Mayor Blair read a proclamation recognizing the work of the United Methodist Church
and their Golden Cross Fund. Mayor Blair explained this program provides special
medical assistance to those in need, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religious
preference.
A.8 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS.
No one presented an application.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION B.1 - B.4.
Mayor Blair stated 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.
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A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
added items D.5, D.8 and D.9 to the consent agenda.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye
approved the following Consent Agenda.
B.1 APPROVED THE MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 28,
1992.
B.2 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-138 TO ACCEPT GRANT FUNDS FROM
THE SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE
TEXAS FOREST SERVICE TO PLANT REPLACEMENT TREES ON
VALLEY VIEW LANE.
B.3 CONFIRMED THE RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM SIGNED FOR
PRUDENTIAL REALTY GROUP AND MINYARDS FOOD STORES, INC.,
FOR USE OF A BUILDING AS TEMPORARY QUARTERS DURING THE
REMODEL OF FIRE STATION NO. 1.
B.4 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-159 APPOINTING ACTING FINANCE
DIRECTOR DEBBIE CHAMPION AS DIRECTOR, PLACE 5, TO THE
NORTH DALLAS COUNTY WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION.
D.5 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-155 AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE DALLAS SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA FOR A POPS CONCERT, SATURDAY, JUNE 12, 1993 AT
7:30 P.M. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.
D.8 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-158 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
AN ANNUAL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH DALLAS COUNTY FOR
ROADWAY MAINTENANCE.
D.9 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-149 SUPPORTING STATE FUNDING FOR
A STATEWIDE SYSTEM OF POISON AND DRUG INFORMATION
SERVICES.
C.1 CITY MANAGER REPORTS.
City Manager Richard Escalante gave an informative report on the happenings and status
of projects in the departments of the City.
C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER AMENDING ARTICLE 8-102 OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO PERMITTING "ADULT
DAY CARE CENTER" USE IN NON-INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS AND
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TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Adult day care facilities
primarily serve elderly and disabled adults, providing counseling, recreation and meals,
or any combination of these services, on a daily basis but not overnight. Adult day care
facilities provide an alternative to placement of individuals in nursing homes or
employment of care giving personnel in the private home.
The Zoning Ordinance permits a variety of human service uses in non-industrial zoning
districts, including child day care facilities, hospitals and nursing homes. Currently, adult
day care facilities are permitted only within the Light Industrial (LI) zoning district with
a Specific Use Permit (SUP).
The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item on October 12, 1992. The
Commission made no recommendation, but continued the public hearing until October 26,
1992 to allow time for further study. The Zoning Ordinance requires a recommendation
from the Planning and Zoning Commission prior to the City Council making a
determination on zoning issues.
The City Staff recommends the public hearing be continued to the November 2, 1992,
City Council meeting.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye",
continued this item until the November 2, 1992 City Council meeting.
D.1 DISCUSS CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES FOR 1993 AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair explained that June, July and August were typically vacation months for
Councilmembers. Mayor Blair explained that Sec. 2-13 of the City Charter requires that
the Council shall meet regularly at such times as it may decide, but not less frequently
than once each month. Mayor Blair stated City Councilmembers had discussed having
only 1 meeting per month for June, July and August. Mayor Blair explained the City
Council could call a meeting anytime if there were a need to do so.
A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye", approved only
one meeting per month for the summer of 1993 to June 7, 1993, July 12, 1993 and
August 2, 1993.
D.2 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO.92-152 AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIMEK, JACOBS & FINKLEA
CONSULTING ENGINEERS FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
ADMINISTRATION FOR THE PAINTING OF THE VALLEY VIEW ELEVATED
STORAGE TANK AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
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Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The City of Farmers
Branch has negotiated an Agreement with Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea Consulting
Engineers for design and construction administration for the painting of the Valley View
elevated storage tank. This is a 1992-93 non-bond capital improvement project budgeted
in the amount of $350,000.
Design phase services will include preparation of construction contract documents for
removal of the old paint system, and applying a new paint system to both the interior and
exterior of the reservoir and the exterior surface of the fluted column. The construction
phase will consist of construction inspection, material testing coordination with state and
federal agencies, review of all submittals, and contract administration.
The Agreement with Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea Consulting Engineers for the
aforementioned services is for an amount not to exceed $29,200. The estimated time for
design is seven weeks.
The City Engineer recommends the adoption of Resolution No. 92-152 authorizing the
execution of an Agreement with Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea Consulting Engineers in an
amount not to exceed $29,200 for design and construction administration of the Valley
View Elevated Storage Tank Painting Project.
Mayor Blair explained in today's environment repainting the water tower would not be
an easy project and would be quite extensive. Mayor Blair stated the paint on the tower
now may have environmental issues and the City would need experts who know about
environmental issues. Mayor Blair stated this was the reason behind this request. Mayor
Blair stated no environment sensitive materials were on the inside of the water tower only
the outside.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye", adopted
Resolution No. 92-152 authorizing the execution of an Agreement with Shimek, Jacobs
& Finklea Consulting Engineers in an amount not to exceed $29,200 for design and
construction administration of the Valley View Elevated Storage Tank Painting Project.
D.3 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 92-153 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HOUSTON GALVESTON AREA
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND TO PURCHASE A FIRE ENGINE AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The 1992-93 Fixed Asset
Fund includes $425,000.00 to purchase a new fire engine. At the September 28, 1992
City Council Session, Fire Department staff discussed purchasing the fire engine by
entering into a purchasing agreement with the Houston Galveston Area Council of
Governments (HGAC', Response by the Council was favorable.
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The HGAC purchasing program complies with State purchasing laws. The requested fire
engine is manufactured by Emergency One, Inc. Quantity purchasing through this
program is projected to reduce cost and delivery time. The total purchase price to be paid
to HGAC for the new fire engine is $414,732.00, including an administrative fee of
$4,400.83. The City will need to enter into an interlocal agreement with HGAC to
purchase the vehicle.
The Fire Chief recommends adopting Resolution No. 92-153, authorizing the City
Manager to execute an interlocal agreement with the Houston Galveston Area Council of
Governments and to purchase a fire engine for the total amount of $414,732.00.
A motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, all voting "aye
adopted Resolution No. 92-153, authorizing the City Manager to execute an interlocal
agreement with the Houston Galveston Area Council of Governments and to purchase a
fire engine for the total amount of $414,732.00.
DA CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 92-154 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF DALLAS AND TO PURCHASE
AN AMBULANCE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The 1992-93 Fixed Asset
Fund includes $65,000.00 to purchase a new ambulance. At the September 28, 1992 City
Council Study Session, Fire Department staff discussed purchasing the ambulance through
the City of Dallas ambulance contract. Quantity purchasing through this contract is
projected to reduce costs and delivery time. Response by the City Council was favorable.
The City of Dallas ambulance contract complies with State purchasing laws. The
requested ambulance is manufactured by Wheeled Coach, Inc. The total purchase price
for the new ambulance is $62,987.00. The City will need to enter into an interlocal
agreement with the City of Dallas, but the purchase will be made directly from Wheeled
Coach, Inc.
The Fire Chief recommends adopting Resolution No. 92-154 authorizing the City
Manager to execute an interlocal agreement with the City of Dallas and to purchase an
ambulance from Wheeled Coach, Inc., in the amount of $62,987.00.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye", adopted
Resolution No. 92-154 authorizing the City Manager to execute an interlocal agreement
with the City of Dallas and to purchase an ambulance from Wheeled Coach, Inc., in the
amount of $62,987.00.
D.5 CONSENT
D.6 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 92-156 AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO
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EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH SALES
INTERNACIONAL OF MEXICO FOR MARKETING REPRESENTATION IN
MEXICO AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Sales Internacional has
provided marketing representation in Mexico for Farmers Branch the past year. The
current contract expires October 30, 1992.
Sales Internacional has provided exclusive representation in Mexico for Farmers Branch
hotels. The hotel managers recommended this particular firm initially and the majority
of the hotel managers recommend that the contract be continued for a third year.
Sales Internacional will provide this service for $20,000 annually, payable at $1,666 per
month. The fee and contract is identical to last years. Funds for this contract are
budgeted in the Hotel/Motel Fund.
Staff recommends that the agreement be approved by the City Council and that the City
Manager be authorized to execute the contract.
Norma Nichols, Director of Economic Development, explained this program had been
in existence for two years. Mrs. Nichols stated the program had increased the hotel
occupancy rates from 50-80% in this period. Mrs. Nichols stated the hotels felt this was
a substantial increase.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye",
authorized the City Manager to execute the contract with Sales Internacional for $20,000.
D.7 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 92-157 AWARDING THE BID FOR
RECARPETING THE LIBRARY ENTRYWAY, LOBBY, GALLERY, MEETING
ROOM, STAIRS, MEZZANINE, CHILDREN'S AREA AND PART OF THE AREA
NEAR THE CIRCULATION DESK TO CARPET SERVICES AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The 1992-93 Fixed Asset
Fund includes $50,000 for Phases I and II of a carpeting plan for the Library. Phases
I and II are scheduled to be completed in the fall of 1992. Phases III and IV which will
complete carpeting of the Library are scheduled for the fall of 1993.
Six bidders attended the mandatory pre-bid meeting. Two bids were received, both of
which met specifications. The low bid was received from Carpet Services in the amount
of $27,640 for Phases I and II. Carpet Services has recarpeted three public libraries in
the metropolitan area in the last five years.
The Library Director recommends adopting Resolution No.92-157 awarding the bid for
recarpeting the Library entryway, lobby, gallery, meeting room, stairs, mezzanine,
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children's area and part of the area near the circulation desk to Carpet Services in the
amount of $27,640.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No.92-157 awarding the bid for recarpeting the Library entryway,
lobby, gallery, meeting room, stairs, mezzanine, children's area and part of the area near
the circulation desk to Carpet Services in the amount of $27,640.
D.8 CONSENT
D.9 CONSENT
D.10 CONSIDER COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORTS AND REQUESTS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair asked for travel reports.
Councilwoman Davis gave a report on several sessions she attended at the TML
Conference held in Houston, Texas, October 7-10, 1992. Councilwoman Davis explained
the session on cable television was very informative and the recent regulation on cable
may help or may hurt the City. Councilwoman Davis stated she had also attended a
session on legal issues facing cities. Councilwoman Davis felt Farmers Branch has been
very lucky compared to some cities.
Councilman Pyle stated his sessions included a program on the pros and cons of tax
abatement and stated the City was on target with this program. Councilman Pyle stated
the session on drug abuse and gangs was very informative but the City of Farmers Branch
leads the pack on the items they presented. Councilman Pyle stated he visited a sewer
entry point which he found very interesting. Councilman Pyle stated the City of Farmers
Branch would begin this type construction in the future.
Mayor Blair explained he attended the Resolution Committee meeting which reviewed
resolutions submitted. Mayor Blair stated TML supported all resolutions submitted by
the City of Farmers Branch. Mayor Blair stated a session on business projections in the
future and forecasts was very informative. Mayor Blair felt Farmers Branch had been
very forward planning in this area. Mayor Blair explained the conservative side is the
way to plan in this economical situation. Mayor Blair stated the session on Saturday
brought the approval of resolutions submitted by Farmers Branch.
City Manager Richard Escalante stated he attended sessions on personnel matters and
environmental matters. Mr. Escalante stated the environmental issues were conducted
by the EPA and included new regulations that will affect the way the City has to operate
and the City's budget.
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Councilwoman Davis explained that vendors at the TML conference had brought some
of their equipment such as recycling trucks and Christmas light displays. Councilwoman
Davis stated this helped with decisions on purchasing in the future.
Mayor Blair stated the City of Farmers Branch has worked closely with the Free Trade
Act with Mexico and Canada. Mayor Blair stated he would be taking a personal trip to
England and Germany and would like approval to buy gifts to take to the officials in
Sister Cities, Garbsen and Bassettlaw. Mayor Blair requested approval if the opportunity
prevails to visit two cities in Mexico to implement a Sister City program. Mayor Blair
stated Jorge Sales has been working on a Sister City comparable to Farmers Branch, but
the Farmers Branch felt the city he suggested was too large. Mayor Blair stated Tino
Martinez, a lawyer, has volunteered to become a liaison if Farmers Branch finds a city
in Mexico to become a Sister City.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilwoman Davis, all voting "aye",
approved travel to Mexico for Mayor Blair if the opportunity presents itself.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
approved $300 for gifts to officials of sister cities, Garbsen and Bassettlaw.
D.11 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION.
No one came forward.
AT 8:45 P.M., MAYOR BLAIR ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR
THE GENERAL SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED. AFTER A SHORT RECESS, THE
MEETING WILL RECONVENE FOR ITEMS IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. THE
MEETING WILL RECONVENE INTO GENERAL SESSION AFTER THE ITEMS HAVE
BEEN DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. ARTICLE 6252-17, SECTION 2 OF
THE OPEN MEETING LAW PROVIDES THAT SUCH ITEMS AS PERSONNEL MATTERS,
LAND ACQUISITION AND PENDING AND CONTEMPLATED LITIGATION MAY BE
DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
E. la DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS - ARTICLE 6252-17, SEC. 2(g)
1. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD.
2. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE FARMERS BRANCH INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD.
3. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE FARMERS BRANCH HOSPITAL
AUTHORITY.
4. DISCUSS PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND COMPENSATION FOR THE
CITY MANAGER.
Discussions were held regarding the above 4 discussion items.
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THE COUNCIL RECONVENES INTO GENERAL SESSION AT 8:56 P.M.
E.2 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS DISCUSSED IN
THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
reappointed Barney Wood to serve Place 2, Ken Rymer to serve Place 4, and Margaret
Young to serve Place 6, on the Park and Recreation Board for a term to expire October
1, 1994.
Mayor Blair reported that the consideration of appointments to the Farmers Branch
Industrial Development Corporation Board will be continued at this time.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
reappointed Nancy Hardie to serve Place 7 on the Metrocrest Hospital Authority for a
two year term expiring December'l, 1994; and reappointed Max Raulins to serve Place
3 on the Metrocrest Hospital Authority for a one year term expiring December 1, 1993.
Mayor Blair stated that a committee of two members of the Council was appointed to
meet with City Manager Richard Escalante to discuss a possible contract with
compensation, and the committee bring back to the Council their recommendation.
F.1 ADJOURNMENT.
A motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Councilman Phelps , all voting "aye",
adjourned the City Council meeting of October 19, 1992, at 9:03 P.M.
Mayor
City Secretary
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