1993-01-04 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 4, 1993
COUNCIL CHAMBER
CITY HALL
7:30 P.M.
The following members of the City Council were present:
Mayor Dave Blair
Mayor Pro Tem Bob Phelps
Councilmembers 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
Director of Community Services Tom Scales
Director of Planning Michael Spicer
City Engineer Jerry Murawski
Fire Chief Kyle King
Acting Director of Finance Debbie Champion
Director of Parks & Recreation Jeff Fuller
Director of Personnel Judy Conley
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 January 4, 1993 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.
A.2 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION 93-005 SUPPORTING THE "CAMPAIGN
FOR NEW PRIORITIES" SPONSORED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS.
Mayor Blair explained the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District had
approved a similar resolution. Mayor Blair felt that Farmers Branch has made a
commitment to quality education. Mayor Blair read the resolution and stated he would
like the Farmers Branch City Council to support this resolution.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution 93-005 supporting the "Campaign for New Priorities" sponsored by
the American Association of School Administrators.
A.3 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS.
No one presented an application.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION B.1 - B.7.
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.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
added items D.1, D.3, D.4, D.5, D.6, D.10 and D.11 to the consent agenda.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
approved the following Consent Agenda items.
B.1 APPROVED THE MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 21,
1992.
B.2 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-184 AWARDING A BID FOR CONTRACT
MAINTENANCE OF THE COOKS CREEK DRAINAGE EASEMENT AND
MOTOROLA PROPERTY AT 3320 BELTLINE, TO LMS LANDSCAPE, INC.,
FOR $7,500.
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B.3 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-185 ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT
DONATED BY TEXAS UTILITIES ELECTRIC COMPANY TO PROVIDE
ACCESS TO A 1.234 ACRE ELEVATED WATER STORAGE FACILITY SITE
LOCATED ON GILLIS ROAD.
B.4 APPROVED A FILL PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF EROSION
CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS ON FARMERS BRANCH CREEK ALONG
VALLEY VIEW LANE.
B.5 APPROVED A FILL PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A CONCRETE
RETAINING WALL ALONG FARMERS BRANCH CREEK LOCATED IN
THE HISTORICAL PARK PROPERTY.
B.6 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-150 APPROVING A DEVELOPER'S
CONTRACT WITH RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT, INC..
B.7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-186 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
AN AGREEMENT WITH LAWRENCE A. CATES & ASSOCIATES, INC.
FOR PROVIDING DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR
RECONSTRUCTION OF AMBER LANE AND OXFORDSHIRE LANE.
D.1 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 93-003 REQUESTING DART FUNDING FOR
IMMEDIATE ACTION HOV LANE PROJECTS.
D.3 ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE NO. 2012 AMENDING THE
1991 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE AND ADOPTING THE 1991 UNIFORM
BUILDING CODE AS THE BUILDING CODE OF FARMERS BRANCH.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
ADOPTING THE 1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE AND THE 1991 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE STANDARDS AS THE BUILDING CODE FOR THE CITY OF
FARMERS BRANCH; AMENDING SECTIONS 204, 205, 301, 302,
303, 304, 305, 308, 503, 601, 901, 1210, ADDING CHAPTER 16,
AMENDING SECTIONS 1807, 3206, TABLE 32-A, SECTIONS 3305,
3801, AND 3802, DELETING ALL APPENDICES EXCEPT
CHAPTERS 31, 32, AND 70; REPEALING ORDINANCES NUMBERS
1442, 1525, 1631, 1680, AND 1738; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES
IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT
TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00)
FOR EACH OFFENSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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DA ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE NO. 2013 AMENDING THE
1991 UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND ADOPTING THE 1991 UNIFORM FIRE
CODE AS THE FIRE CODE OF FARMERS BRANCH.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADOPTING THE
PROVISIONS OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1991 EDITION, AS
THE FIRE CODE FOR THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH;
AMENDING SECTIONS 2.303, 4.108, 10.204(a), 10.504(a), 10.507(b),
13.202, 14.104(c)4, 77.107(a) AND (b), 78.103(a), 78.202, Table
79.202-A, Sections 79.204, 79.501, 79.601, 79.809(b), 80.301(b)(6),
TABLE 81.105-A, APPENDICES I-A(6)(b), I-B(6)(a)(4), III-A(1), III-
B(1), III-C(1)(a), IV-B(2) OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE;
REPEALING ORDINANCES NUMBERS 1441 AND 1563;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF
TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
D.5 ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE NO. 2014 AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 1670 REVISING THE MINIMUM TOP OF CURB
ELEVATION FOR STREETS IN THE VALWOOD IMPROVEMENT
AUTHORITY AND ADOPTING THE CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE ELM FORK
OF THE TRINITY RIVER.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1670 REVISING THE MINIMUM TOP
OF CURB FOR STREETS IN THE VALWOOD IMPROVEMENT
AUTHORITY AND ADOPTING THE CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE ELM
FORK OF THE TRINITY RIVER.
D.6 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-164 AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FOR
ADDITIONAL SIGNALIZATION AT THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
CROSSING AND VALWOOD PARKWAY.
D.10 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-174 AWARDING A BID TO WICKHAM
SUPPLY, INC. FOR AN ANNUAL SUPPLY OF IRRIGATION PARTS FOR
THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$33,788.70.
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D.11 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 92-175 AWARDING BIDS FOR AN ANNUAL
SUPPLY OF CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS FOR THE PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,622.79.
C.1 CITY MANAGER REPORTS.
Mayor Blair read the City Manager reports for Mr. Escalante who was not feeling well.
An informative report was given on the happenings and status of projects in the
departments of the City.
C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF TACO BELL CORPORATION
TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SUP) FOR A NON-DRIVE IN
RESTAURANT WITH OUTSIDE SALES WINDOW AT THE NORTHWEST
CORNER OF LBJ FREEWAY AND MIDWAY ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 350 FEET
WEST OF MIDWAY ROAD, AND WITHIN THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
NUMBER 68 (PD-68) ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The Planning and Zoning
Commission considered Taco Bell's request on December 28, 1992. The Planning and
Zoning Commission made no recommendation, but continued the public hearing until its
January 11, 1993 meeting to allow the applicant sufficient time to submit additional
information pertinent to the request.
The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance requires that the City Council receive a
recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission before action is taken on a
proposed zoning amendment. The Commission has not made a recommendation,
therefore, no action may be taken by the City Council at this time.
Staff recommends the public hearing be continued to the January 18, 1993, City Council
meeting.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye",
continued the public hearing to January 18, 1993.
C.3 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF WENDY'S TO GRANT A
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SUP) FOR A NON-DRIVE IN RESTAURANT WITH
OUTSIDE SALES WINDOW AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LBJ FREEWAY
AND MIDWAY ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 210 FEET WEST OF MIDWAY ROAD,
AND WITHIN THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NUMBER 68 (PD-68) ZONING
DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The Planning and Zoning
Commission considered Wendy's request on December 28, 1992. The Planning and
Zoning Commission made no recommendation, but continued the public hearing until its
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January 11, 1993 meeting to allow the applicant sufficient time to submit additional
information pertinent to the request.
The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance requires that the City Council receive a
recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission before action is taken on a
proposed public hearing. The Commission has not made a recommendation, therefore,
no action may be taken by the City Council at this time.
Staff recommends the public hearing be continued to the January 18, 1993, City Council
meeting.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilwoman Davis, all voting
"aye", continued the public hearing until January 18, 1993.
C.4 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF WAYNE CLEMENTS
MANAGEMENT COMPANY, ON BEHALF OF VALLEY VIEW VILLAGE, LTD.,
TO AMEND THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NUMBER 7 (PD-7) ZONING
DISTRICT TO ALLOW RETAIL SALES OF USED MERCHANDISE AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF JOSEY LANE AND VALLEY VIEW LANE AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The PD-7 zoning district
allows those uses which are permitted in the Local Retail District-1 (LR-1) zoning
district, the City's most restrictive retail zoning district. Presently, the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance permits the sale of used merchandise exclusively in Commercial (C),
Light Industrial (LI), and Heavy Industrial (HI) zoning districts.
The applicant intends to lease space to a "second hand store" within the Valley View
Village Shopping Center located at 13000 Josey Lane.
PD-8, which allows the same uses as PD-7 and abuts PD-7 to the west, was amended in
1989 to allow "thrift stores". However, "thrift store" was defined to expressly prohibit
stores that purchase used goods and resells them.
Amending PD-7 to allow second hand stores is not consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan's explicit objective of promoting the improvement of the economic vitality and
appearance of the existing retail centers at Josey Lane and Valley View Lane.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by a 6 to 1 vote, recommends the request to
amend PD-7 to allow the sale of used merchandise be denied.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and stated several people had requested to speak
on this agenda item.
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Mr. Robert Dillard, attorney for Wayne Clements and the tenant, came forward. Mr.
Dillard stated there were many misconceptions regarding thrift stores. Mr. Dillard stated
several misconceptions had been answered during the Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting. Mr. Dillard stated the applicant is only seeking rezoning for Suite 108 and not
the entire center. Mr. Dillard stated the lease would prohibit any other space from being
used as a thrift store. Mr. Dillard explained this would bring the needed cash flow in
to renovate the shopping center. Mr. Dillard explained the tenant would sell items at
retail just like any other retail store. Mr. Dillard asked Mr. Webster to show pictures
of his current locations in Balch Springs, Rockwall and Dallas. Mr. Dillard explained
the pictures show that merchandise is individually priced, sized, and then separated into
mens, womens and childrens apparel. Mr. Dillard stated that no new items would be
sold in the thrift store. Mr. Dillard stated all items are donated in the name of the Hope
Foundation. Mr. Dillard felt this use would add traffic and activity to the center. Mr.
Dillard stated items were brought in once a day by truck and loaded in the back room
for pricing.
Mr. W. G. Webster, owner of the thrift store, came forward. Mr. Webster stated people
with Cadillacs to Fords have shopped in his store. Mr. Webster stated this type
operation helped families who could not afford to shop in department stores. Mr.
Webster stated his operation brings in 1,000 garments a day to a location. Mr. Webster
stated that because of the volume he retains a large dumpster which is picked up 6 days
a week.
Mr. Richard Mauldin, Executive Director of the Hope Foundation, came forward to
explain the foundation and how the donation process works. Mr. Mauldin stated the
Hope Foundation provides support to family violence victims, homeless people and
youths that run away. Mr. Mauldin stated the foundation board approved Mr. Webster's
business after an investigation was conducted of his business. Mr. Mauldin stated
donations are solicited in the name of the Hope Foundation and then turned over to Mr.
Webster. Mr. Mauldin stated a percentage is given back to the Hope Foundation.
Mr. Florentino Gonzales, 2915 Eric Lane, stated the neighborhood was nice and quite
and felt this type operation would disrupt this type environment. Mr. Gonzales also
stated the thrift store would be at his back door and was against the request for rezoning.
Mr. Chris Everly, 2427 Fruitland, stated he was in favor of the thrift store opening. Mr.
Everly stated he shops at these type stores which helps him buy clothes for his family.
Ms. Hilda Ball, 2961 Lavita, stated she was very much in favor of the thrift store. Ms.
Ball explained with the economy as it was, all people need this type store. Ms. Ball
stated this would be an asset for all of us and the community.
Mrs. Sophie Rotundo presented a petition from her neighbors who were against the
proposed rezoning. Mrs. Rotundo felt this type operation was not the image Farmers
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Branch wanted to create. Mrs. Rotundo stated this was a major intersection of the City
and people entering Farmers Branch would not want to see a thrift store. Mrs. Rotundo
wanted to be able to shop at Albertsons at night and not have to worry about people who
may be shopping at the thrift store. Mrs. Rotundo explained that Prestonwood Mall, the
Galleria and Valley View Mall were just down the freeway. Mrs. Rotundo opposed to
the request.
Ms. Jackie Steen, 2919 Eric, stated she was opposed to this type operation. Ms. Steen
explained the Goodwill store was in the same center and the Salvation Army had a store
across the street. Ms. Steen stated with these stores already in Farmers Branch another
was not needed. Ms. Steen felt this shopping center would not be vacant if the owners
had kept up the property.
Mr. Jesse Clark, 2943 Eric, stated he had moved here 1 1/2 years ago. Mr. Clark felt
the tenants had problems with the management. Mr. Clark stated he had talked to
several former tenants and they had stated that roof leaks were not corrected, pot holes
in the parking lot were not patched and the property had not been upgraded. Mr. Clark
suggested it was up to the community for standards to be set. Mr. Clark stated he was
opposed to the request.
Mr. Billy Thompson, 2930 Eric, stated his wife and he were strongly opposed to the
rezoning request. Mr. Thompson explained the owners of the shopping center did not
live in Farmers Branch and therefore did not care about Farmers Branch. Mr.
Thompson felt if the ordinance was changed it would open the area for a flea market
haven.
Mrs. Judy Byrd, 2980 Eric, stated she was opposed to the request.
Ms. Olga Webster, 2957 Eric, stated she was opposed to the request.
Mr. Dillard stated neighbors from the area had also presented a petition to the City
approving the thrift store. Mr. Dillard stated there were restrictions in the lease that
would prohibit flea markets. Mr. Dillard stated the tenants have a clean and well
organized operation. Mr. Dillard explained that certain second hand stores were very
trashy but Mr. Webster's operation was not that type business. Mr. Dillard stated the
hours of operation were from 9 a. m. until 8 p.m. which would prohibit people at the
thrift store location late at night. Mr. Dillard stated if an antique store is allowed then
this type store should be allowed. Mr. Dillard stated the tenant had a five year lease and
perhaps the City Council could put a restriction, such as to restrict it to this particularly
tenant. Mr. Dillard explained for the owners to repair the property, tenants had to be
leasing the property. Mr. Dillard stated the space met all City Codes and if there was
a problem the owners would correct it.
Mr. Earnest Beckham, 2935 Eric, stated traffic from this operation would create a
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tremendous problem. Mr. Beckham was strictly opposed to the rezoning.
Ms. Terry Hooper, 2953 Lavita, stated she was a single mother and had bought a house
because she shopped at these type stores for her and her child. Ms. Hooper explained
that residents in the neighborhood had garage sales which caused several people to pull
up in front of houses. Ms. Hooper felt this type operation would be a great asset to the
area.
Mr. Eshleman, a retail consultant, stated the location was a commercial corner designed
for traffic. Mr. Eshleman explained he had just helped Mr. Webster's partner set up a
location at Marsh and Walnut Hill and urged members of the Council to check out this
location and felt the Council's fears would then be put aside. Mr. Eshleman helped
locate this center because it was designed right and set up to be viable because of
Albertsons and the hardware store in the area. Mr. Eshleman stated that Cloth World
had wanted to vacate the property for two years.
Mr. Bill Clover, partner of Mr. Webster, explained he had worked for thrift stores when
they were located in back alleys. Mr. Clover stated he himself would be opposed to that
type operation. Mr. Clover explained he has left his son and daughter at their stores and
has no fear for their safety. Mr. Clover invited the Council to give their operation a
good look and then make up their minds.
Mr. Jeff Rotundo stated he has seen the center at Marsh and Walnut Hill. Mr. Rotundo
stated this center has not been refurbished either. Mr. Rotundo stated he does not
understand why the owners of the center had not updated the building when tenants had
been in the spaces.
Mrs. Teresa Thompson, 2930 Eric, explained Cloth World had moved because they
found a much nicer shopping center on Forest Lane. Mrs. Thompson stated Cloth World
left because the owners would not update the center.
Ms. Dorothy Olszewski, 2976 Maydelle, stated the income from the previous tenants
should have been used to refurbish the center. Ms. Olszewski felt if the thrift store was
allowed to come in, the center would not be maintained.
Mr. Harry Gear, of Wayne Clements Management Company, stated that real estate has
been in a downturn for five years. Mr. Gear stated his company had to resort to a
lawsuit against a former tenant in order to recover some of the money when a tenant
broke the lease. Mr. Gear stated tenants can now move to another location for one-half
the rent they currently pay. Mr. Gear explained the lease agreement with Cloth World
stated the tenant would maintain their air conditioning unit. Mr. Gear stated that Cloth
World had a leak in their unit which Wayne Clements Management Company repaired
some of the problem. Mr. Gear stated they informed Cloth World what repairs were still
needed but Cloth World never made the corrections. Mr. Gear stated that a minimum
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of 65 % occupancy must be maintained in order to refurbish a center.
Ms. Dorothy Olszewski asked Mr. Gear what commitment his company would make to
refurbish this center if the thrift store were allowed to operate.
Mr. Gear stated ADA requirements which included three ramps would be installed this
spring.
Mr. Don Luce, 13320 Veronica., asked what type tenants the thrift store might attract.
Mr. Luce asked if this operation would attract better tenants or would it have a reverse
affect.
Mr. Chris Everly, 2427 Fruitland, stated this operation could bring employment to some
Farmers Branch residents.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye",
closed the public hearing.
Mayor Blair stated in the process of changing the basic PD-7 zoning district, it would
allow any thrift store to open up. Mayor Blair felt that restrictions may have been put
into leases but tenants can break these leases. Mayor Blair explained that when the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends denial, only under exceptional
circumstances would the Council vote to overturn such a recommendation. Mayor Blair
explained the four corners of Valley View Lane and 7osey Lane are the heart of Farmers
Branch. Mayor Blair explained the City has been trying to improve this area because it
is the heart of Farmers Branch. Mayor Blair stated he would like to see the area
upgraded in order to draw quality tenants.
Councilman Pyle asked Mr. Gear what improvements would be made to the center.
Mr. Gear stated the parking lot is striped each year, some improvements have been made
to the store front and ADA improvements are scheduled this spring.
Councilman Pyle asked if the ADA requirements were not already required whether there
were tenants occupying space or if they were vacant.
Mr. Gear stated this was correct, the law did require ADA improvements.
Councilman Pyle stated he was not in favor of this request. Councilman Pyle felt a lot
more repairs should be completed. Councilman Pyle stated he was surprised to hear
residents complain about traffic because this area was built to handle traffic. Councilman
Pyle felt this was not the best use for the property.
Mayor Pro Tem Phelps asked where the clothing and other items come from and does
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the charity receive a percentage.
Mr. Webster stated items were solicited in the name of Hope Foundation and then picked
up and brought into the store for pricing and would eventually be sold.
Mayor Blair asked if Mr. Webster had an exclusive contract with the Hope Foundation.
Mr. Webster stated the Farmers Branch store had an exclusive contract with the Hope
Foundation.
Mayor Pro Tem Phelps stated in a memo from City staff, Mr. Webster's business would
bring in approximately $600,000 the first year and $200,000 the third year. Mayor Pro
Tem Phelps asked why the profit goes down the third year and what the profit is for the
second year.
Mr. Webster stated this was a mistake and did not know how these figures were
reported. Mr. Webster stated his current businesses bring in $900,000 a year. Mr.
Webster also did not know how the entire PD-7 zoning district was requested to be
rezoned when he only requested space #108 be rezoned.
Mr. Michael Spicer, Director of Planning, stated the entire area was specified on the
application. Mr. Spicer stated the City Council has the option to only rezone lease space
#108.
Mr. Gear stated the application was filled out over the telephone by his secretary with
the assistance of Mr. Spicer.
Mayor Blair explained to Mr. Gear that he may want to withdraw this request and take
it back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration as a more limited
request.
Mr. Gear stated he understood that the City Council could approve only lease space #108
and not the entire district if it so desired.
Mayor Blair explained the Planning and Zoning Commission would not have
recommended denial if they did not want it denied as submitted.
Mr. Spicer stated this issue did come up about rezoning only lease space #108 but the
Commissioners ultimately decided not to recommend that be done.
Councilman Moses asked what type of merchandise does the thrift store receive.
Mr. Webster stated they accept clothing, household items such as dishes, toasters, irons,
and coffeemakers but do not handle furniture.
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Councilman Moses asked Mr. Webster if he would consider another location in Farmers
Branch.
Mr. Webster stated he had considered another location but no other locations were
available. Mr. Webster stated he was not told of the restriction and had got the lease
space ready and then proceeded to get his certificate of occupancy and was then told
about the restriction. Mr. Webster stated he would rather not continue his request
because of the 15,000 items of winter clothing in the store. Mr. Webster stated a
continuance would cause a delay in the sale of these items.
Mayor Blair asked Mr. Webster who lead him to believe that a thrift store could be
operated at that location.
Mr. Webster stated his agent had contacted the City and asked if a thrift store could be
located in Farmers Branch. Mr. Webster stated a specific address was not given to the
City when asking the question.
Councilwoman Davis explained she was in real estate and did not understand how Mr.
Webster had moved items into the lease space. Councilwoman Davis stated the City is
very explicit about getting a certificate of occupancy before anyone can move into a
building. Councilwoman Davis stated she could understand how Mr. Webster may have
thought this use would be allowed with the Goodwill Store in the same center.
Councilwoman Davis encouraged Mr. Webster to withdraw this request because there
were enough people here tonight against this request. Councilwoman Davis stated she
could not vote in favor of this request.
Mayor Blair made a motion to deny the request to amend the Planned Development
Number 7 (PD-7) Zoning District to allow retail sales of used merchandise at the
southeast corner of 7osey Lane and Valley, Mayor Pro Tem Phelps seconded the
motion. The motion carried 4 to 1, with Councilmembers Pyle, Moses, Phelps and
Davis voting "aye", and Councilman Binford voting "nay".
D.1 CONSENT
D.2 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 2020 PROHIBITING PARKING ON WESTBOUND
VALLEY VIEW LANE FOR 150 FEET EAST OF WEBB CHAPEL ROAD AND
FROM MOUNT CASTLE DRIVE TO CHALLABURTON DRIVE AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The City Council
discussed parking on westbound Valley View Lane at Webb Chapel Road on October 19,
1992 and on December 21, 1992. City staff was directed to prepare a more detailed
examination of one possible alternative for addressing the safety and congestion problems
posed by parking in the 3100 block of Valley View Lane. The alternative which City
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staff was directed to study is the reservation of the outside lane for parking.
The proposed parking lane ends approximately 150 feet east of the Webb Chapel Road
intersection to allow some westbound vehicles to use this third through lane. For this
150 foot distance adjacent to two residences, parking would be prohibited. An ordinance
to prohibit parking at this location and from Mount Castle Drive to Challaburton Drive
has been prepared.
The cost of materials for this alternative is estimated to be $2,000 due to the signing and
extensive pavement markings needed to implement the lane closure. It is anticipated that
Public Works Department operating funds would be used for this project.
City staff has recommended the prohibition of parking along westbound Valley View
Lane from Webb Chapel Road to Mount Castle Drive. If the City Council desires to
better accommodate residential parking, City staff recommends the previously proposed
alternatives be reconsidered or that each resident's needs be individually evaluated to
determine a suitable and effective solution. City staff recommends that the City Council
not adopt Ordinance No. 2020.
Mayor Blair stated this item had been discussed in previous Study Session meetings and
was an item on the last agenda. Mayor Blair stated a man at the last City Council
meeting had no problem with prohibiting parking in front of his house and felt his next
door neighbor would also have no objection. Mayor Blair stated this was not the case
because the neighbor did object.
Mayor Blair stated the City Council had several other actions they could take. Mayor
Blair felt the best solution would be to prohibit parking from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on
weekdays. Mayor Blair explained a discussion was held in Study Session to also move
the sidewalks to the curb and to double wide the driveway entrances.
Mr. Dave Davis, Traffic Engineer, stated that by moving the sidewalks to the curb this
would allow an additional 2 1/4 to 3 3/4 feet of extra parking.
Mayor Blair stated this would allow some residents to park two cars in their driveway.
Mayor Blair felt this was a reasonable compromise and would also assist the City and the
traffic movement at that intersection.
Mr. Joe Lopez, 3155 Valley View, came forward and stated he would like the City
Council to install signs warning drivers of parked cars before prohibiting parking
altogether. Mr. Lopez would like the City Council to consider the least burden on the
13 residents.
Councilman Binford stated City staff had prepared Ordinance No. 2020 and would like
to change Section 1 and Section 2 to read as follows:
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Section 1. Vehicle parking is hereby prohibited along westbound Valley View
Lane from the intersection of Webb Chapel Road to Mount Castle Drive during
the hours of 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. weekdays, Monday through Friday excluding
Holidays.
Section 2. The Public Works Department shall install and maintain appropriate
signs prohibiting unlawful parking and also warning of potential parked cars
during time of lawful parking.
Councilman Binford made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2020 with the above corrections,
Mayor Pro Tem Phelps seconded the motion.
Councilwoman Davis asked if the maker of the motion would amend the motion to
include moving the sidewalks and double wide the driveways.
City Manager Richard Escalante stated the sidewalks and double wide driveways should
probably be a second motion because this is to adopt an ordinance.
Councilman Pyle asked if this motion were approved with the recommendation, what
would the status of this motion be. Councilman Pyle asked if it would become law.
Mayor Blair stated Council would have to take action on this motion which is to prohibit
parking from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on weekdays and signage and then if the City
Council so desires they can make another motion to move the sidewalks and extend curb
cut extensions. Mayor Blair stated this motion would stand on its own.
Councilman Pyle stated he would not vote for this motion unless we can move the
sidewalk and driveways.
City Manager Richard Escalante asked Councilman Pyle if his concern was about the
timing of the ordinance going into effect.
Councilman Pyle stated that was not his concern but that he could not vote for the motion
unless the moving of the sidewalks and the widening of the driveways were included in
the motion.
Mayor Blair stated the motions could be done in the opposition direction with approval
of the sidewalks and driveways first.
Mayor Blair stated he had a second to the motion and called for a vote. Councilmembers
The motion carried 4 to 1 to adopt the following captioned Ordinance No. 2020, with
Councilmembers Binford, Davis, Phelps and Moses voting "aye" and Councilman Pyle
voting "nay".
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS
PROHIBITING PARKING ON WESTBOUND VALLEY VIEW LANE FOR 150
EAST OF WEBB CHAPEL ROAD AND FROM MOUNT CASTLE DRIVE TO
CHALLABURTON DRIVE; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis to add that the sidewalks be moved to the curb and
double wide the driveways and meet all ADA requirements. Councilman Pyle seconded
the motion.
Councilman Binford stated this was brought up in study session. Councilman Binford
explained that the City should take one step at a time before the City spends an estimated
$30,000 that may not be needed.
Mayor Blair stated he had a second to the motion and called for a vote. Councilmembers
The motion carried 3 to 2 with Councilmembers Davis, Moses and Pyle voting "aye" and
Councilmembers Phelps and Binford voting "nay".
Mayor Blair made a motion that these two motions be handled consecutively.
Councilman Moses seconded the motion.
Councilman Binford stated that Section 6 of Ordinance 2020 states the ordinance goes
into effect immediately.
City Attorney John Boyle stated the ordinance will go into effect immediately. Mr.
Boyle stated the penal sanctions don't go into effect until publication of the caption and
then a 10 day period before it is law. Mr. Boyle stated there is a requirement in the
ordinance that signing goes up so the City would have no ability to issue tickets. Mr.
Boyle stated the Mayor's motion was appropriate.
Mayor Blair called for a vote on his motion. All Councilmembers voted "aye".
Councilman Pyle asked that the warning signs be installed immediately.
Mayor Blair stated the signs restricting parking would make the ordinance go into effect
immediately.
Councilman Pyle stated he was only indicating the signs that warn of potential parked
cars.
Mr. Boyle stated those signs could go up immediately.
D.3 CONSENT
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DA CONSENT
D.5 CONSENT
D.6 CONSENT
D.7 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 92-176 AWARDING A BID FOR
COOKS CREEK DRAINAGE BASIN SEWER REPAIRS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. ADS, Inc. has performed
an inflow and infiltration study on the Cooks Creek drainage basin. The study identified
sewer mains that need to be replaced. These mains have deteriorated primarily because
of shifting soil conditions and old age. The proposed project will require replacement
of approximately 2,500 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains.
The Public Works Department opened bids for the replacement of the sewer mains and
Cullum Pipe Systems, Inc. submitted the low bid of $146,900.00.
Cullum Pipe Systems, Inc., is rehabilitating sewer mains in Grapevine and Arlington.
Both Cities have praised the work being done by Cullum Pipe Systems, Inc.
Funds totaling $231,100.00 are available for sanitary sewer line repairs in the Cooks
Creek Drainage Basin.
The Director of Public Works recommends adopting Resolution No. 92-176 awarding a
bid for sanitary sewer line repairs within the Cooks Creek Drainage Basin to Cullum
Pipe Systems, Inc. for a total price not to exceed $146,900.00, and authorizing the City
Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
A motion by Councilwoman Davis, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 92-176 awarding a bid for sanitary sewer line repairs within the
Cooks Creek Drainage Basin to Cullum Pipe Systems, Inc. for a total price not to exceed
$146,900.00, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the
city.
D.8 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 93-002 AWARDING THE BID FOR
RENOVATION OF THE DON SHOWMAN SWIMMING POOL TO DRS
CONTRACTORS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $380,230 AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Thirteen general
contractors secured plans and specifications for renovation of the Don Showman
Swimming Pool. Four bids were received and opened on December 18, 1992. All bids
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met specifications. The low bidder is DRS Contractors, Inc. submitting a bid of
$380,230.
Major components of this project include replacing the supply and return lines between
the pool and the filter system, replacing the deck, installing a stainless steel continuous
gutter system, installation of a PVC liner, installation of three water features, and various
other equipment.
The total budgeted for this project was $422,000. Design costs in the amount of $33,370
leave a total of $388,630 available. The total of the low bid including Alternate 1, to
provide for the possible need of mudjacking under the diving wells; Alternate 2, to
provide and install eight stainless steel ladders; Alternate 3, to provide and install four
lifeguard chairs; and Alternate 4, to construct concrete steps near the large water feature,
is $380,230.
The Director of the Parks and Recreation Department recommends adopting Resolution
93-002 awarding the bid for the renovation of the Don Showman Swimming Pool to DRS
Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $380,230.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution 93-002 awarding the bid for the renovation of the Don Showman
Swimming Pool to DRS Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $380,230.
D.9 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 92-181 AWARDING THE BID FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF SQUIRE PARK IMPROVEMENTS AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Squire Park
Improvements include new playground equipment and fall zones, a half-court basketball
court, removal of the existing tennis court, construction of an all purpose open plan
area, a 16' x 20' picnic pavilion, and security lighting. There is $98,301.30 available
in the Non-Bond Capital Improvement Program for this project.
Eight bids were received, all of which met specifications. The low bid was received
from Pittman Construction, Inc. in the amount of $86,969.25 which includes both add
alternates which are specified in the bid. Pittman Construction, Inc. has provided
acceptable references for this type of work.
The City Engineer recommends adopting Resolution No. 92-181 awarding the bid for the
construction of Squire Park Improvements to Pittman Construction, Inc. for a total
amount not to exceed $86,969.25.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 92-181 awarding the bid for the construction of Squire Park
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Improvements to Pittman Construction, Inc. for a total amount not to exceed $86,969.25.
D.10 CONSENT
D.11 CONSENT
D.12 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 93-001 AWARDING A BID FOR A
THREE DECK RIDING MOWER FOR THE PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT TO WEFF INDUSTRIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,828.00.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Bid requests for a three
deck riding mower for the Parks and Recreation Department were sent to five vendors
and one vendor picked up a bid packet. Five bids were received, all meeting
specifications, and one was not returned. There is $47,500.00 budgeted for the purchase
of a three deck mower in the 1992-93 budget.
The low bid meeting specifications is from Weff Industries in the total amount of
$46,828.00.
This is a replacement piece of equipment. It can cut up to 15 feet in one pass and will
primarily be used on athletic fields and Class A parks.
The Director of the Parks and Recreation Department recommends adopting Resolution
No. 93-001 awarding the bid for a three deck riding mower for the Parks and Recreation
Department to Weff Industries in the amount of $46,828.00.
A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting "aye", adopted
Resolution No. 93-001 awarding the bid for a three deck riding mower for the Parks and
Recreation Department to Weff Industries in the amount of $46,828.00.
D.13 CONSIDER COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORTS AND REQUESTS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
There were no Council travel reports or requests.
D.14 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION.
No one wished to speak.
MAYOR BLAIR ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS FOR THE EXECUTIVE SESSION
WERE DISCUSSED IN THE STUDY SESSION. THE DISCUSSION OF THE ITEMS
BEGAN AT 7:01 P.M. WITH THE COUNCIL RECONVENING INTO OPEN GENERAL
SESSION AT 7:21 P.M. MAYOR BLAIR ANNOUNCED THAT NO ACTION WAS TAKEN
ON THE ITEMS DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AT THE STUDY SESSION.
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THE ACTION ON THE ITEMS DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS
RECESSED UNTIL THE 7:30 P.M. MEETING. ARTICLE 6252-17, SECTION 2 OF THE
OPEN MEETING LAW PROVIDES THAT SUCH ITEM AS PERSONNEL MATTERS MAY
BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
E. la DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS - ARTICLE 6252-17, SEC. (2g)
1. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS.
2. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND
RESTORATION BOARD.
3. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION BOARD.
Discussion was held in the Study Session relating to the appointments to the Zoning
Board of Adjustments and Building Code Board of Appeals, the Historical Preservation
and Restoration Board, and the Industrial Development Corporation Board.
E.2 ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS DISCUSSED IN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Mayor Blair stated that the appointments to the various boards would be considered at the
next meeting.
F.1 ADJOURNMENT.
A motion by Councilman Binford, a second by Councilwoman Davis, all voting "aye",
adjourned the City Council meeting of January 4, 1993, at 9:35 P.M.
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