1993-06-07 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 7, 1993
COUNCIL CHAMBER
CITY HALL
7:30 P.M.
The following members of the City Council were present:
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmembers
Dave Blair
Calla Davis
Ron Pyle
Bill Moses
Bob Phelps
Nancy Hardie
The following members of the City Administration were present:
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Secretary
Communication Director
Economic Development Director
Director of Community Services
Director of Planning
City Engineer
Assistant City Engineer
Director of Finance
Director of Parks & Recreation
Librarian
Police Chief
Fire Chief
Director of Public Works
City Management Assistant
Traffic Engineer
Recording Secretary
Richard L. Escalante
Steve Carpenter
John Burke
John Boyle
Ruth Ann Parish
Donna Huerta
Norma Nichols
Tom Scales
Michael Spicer
Jerry Murawski
Gary Oshel
Charles Cox
Jeff Fuller
Mary Jane Stevenson
Jimmy Fawcett
Kyle King
Mark Pavageaux
David Reedy
Dave Davis
Cindee Peters
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Mayor Blair called the City Council Meeting of June 7, 1993 to order at 7:30 P.M..
The meeting was televised.
A.1 INVOCATION.
Mr. Eddy Ketchersid, pastor of the Farmers Branch Church of Christ, gave the invocation
and led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Blair stated the City Council had voted to dress in attire that would be cool for
the summer. Mayor Blair also reminded citizens that the City Council would only meet
once in June, July and August. Mayor Blair also thanked the C-Shift of Fire Station No.
1 for the dinner they provided City Council and City staff. Mayor Blair stated Fire
Station No. 1 just complete a renovation of their building.
A.2 PROCLAIM JUNE 14, 1993, AS "NATIONAL FLAG DAY" IN FARMERS BRANCH
AND URGE ALL CITIZENS TO PAUSE FOR THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ON
THAT DAY.
Mayor Blair stated that National Flag Day was established in 1949 by the U.S. Congress
to celebrate our nation's symbol of unity and the country's devotion to freedom and to
equal rights for all. Mayor Blair read the proclamation and proclaimed June 14, 1993
as "National Flag Day".
A.3 PRESENTATION OF INVITATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL AND CITIZENS TO
ATTEND THE FOLKLORE FESTIVAL ON JUNE 12 & 13, 1993.
Mayor Blair stated that this item has been placed on the agenda at the request of Joe
Wood, President of the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce, and Eddy Ketchersid,
Chairman of the Community/Tourist Promotion of the Farmers Branch Chamber of
Commerce.
Mr. Ketchersid issued an invitation to City Council, City staff and citizens of Farmers
Branch to attend the Folklore Festival. Mr. Ketchersid stated there would be crafts, a
fashion show detailing the clothing worn in the old days. Mr. Ketchersid stated Ms.
Jerry Wilcox has a presentation she would like to present to the audience. Ms. Wilcox
gave a brief history of indians in the area and the warrior "Shoda" which means smoke
in Blackfoot. "Shoda" performed an indian dance for the audience.
Mr. Ketchersid asked the City Council to waive the permit fees for the concession stands
at the Folklore Festival.
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A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Phelps, all voting "aye",
waive the permit fees for concession stands at the Folklore Festival.
A.4 RECOGNIZE MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY FOR BEING HONORED AS A
NATIONAL SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE AND PROCLAIM JUNE 7, 1993 AS
MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY DAY IN FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. Montgomery Elementary
in Farmers Branch was chosen as one of 228 elementary schools in the U.S. as a
National School of Excellence by a Presidential Committee.
Mayor Blair introduced Mrs. Ree McKenzie Principal of Montgomery Elementary, Cindy
Randall, Public Information Officer for the school district and Don Sheffield, President
of the School Board.
Mayor Blair read the proclamation and presented it to Mrs. Ree McKenzie. Mrs.
McKenzie stated she would like to thank the community for their share in Montgomery
Elementary School's success. Mrs. McKenzie stated the students should also be
commended for their effort and also the staff at Montgomery Elementary.
Mr. Don Sheffield, President of the School Board, stated he would like to thank the City
Council for their cooperation along with city employees. Mr. Sheffield thanked the
families of these students for their support.
A.5 PRESENTATION OF THE TEXAS EXCELLENCE IN CONCRETE PAVEMENT
AWARD FROM THE TEXAS CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN CONCRETE
PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The Texas Chapter of the
American Concrete Pavement Association has selected the City of Farmers Branch as a
recipient of their Texas Excellence in Concrete Pavement Award. This award recognizes
the outstanding quality construction of the Valwood Parkway project from Josey Lane
to Webb Chapel Road.
The construction of the Valwood Parkway was completed by Tiseo Paving Co., in
September 1992. The construction, inspection and management of the project were
performed by the City's Engineering Department.
Mr. John Roberts, Executive Director of The Texas Chapter of the American Concrete
Pavement Association, gave a brief explanation of the six items each entry is judged on.
Mr. Roberts then presented Mayor Blair with a plaque.
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A.6 CONSIDER PROCLAIMING JULY AS PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH IN
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FARMERS BRANCH.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. In conjunction with the
nationally recognized observation of July as Parks and Recreation Month, the Parks and
Recreation Department requests that the City Council proclaim "July as Parks and
Recreation Month in Farmers Branch."
Mayor Blair read the explanation and presented the proclamation to Mr. Barney Wood,
Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board. Mr. Wood then gave a report on Parks
and Recreation achievements of the last year.
Mayor Blair reminded everyone of the activities planned for the celebration of July 4,
1993.
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENT.
Mayor Blair stated this proclamation was not on the agenda tonight. Mayor Blair read
the proclamation and declared June 12, 1993 as "Philippine Republic Day" in Farmers
Branch.
A.7 PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS.
Mayor Blair presented a twenty year employee service award to Larry Stover of the
Equipment Services Department.
Mayor Blair presented a five year employee service award to Kerry Phillips of the Parks
and Recreation Department.
A.8 PRESENTATION OF BOARD APPLICATIONS.
Mayor Blair announced the City had received in the mail today an application from
James Barrett of 3411 Gatwick requesting to serve on the Farmers Branch Hospital
Board.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING AS CONSENT ITEMS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
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 Davis, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
added items D.S, D.6 and D.8 to the consent agenda.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
approved the following Consent Agenda.
B.1 APPROVED THE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY
17, 1993.
B.2 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 93-092 AWARDING A BID FOR THE
PURCHASE OF ONE SET OF CARON PIN ON TEETH FOR THE
LANDFILL COMPACTOR to Caron Compactor Company in the amount of
$16,235.00.
B.3 ADOPTED RESOLUTION 93-096 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE A RELEASE OF DEVELOPER'S CONTRACT WITH COLONIAL
SAVINGS AND LOAN SUB-DIVISION ACTION.
B.4 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 93-100 AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A WATER MAIN EXTENSION AGREEMENT
WITH KWB, INC.,.
D.5 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 93-093 PARTICIPATION IN THE DALLAS
COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT OF
COOPERATION FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS.
D.6 ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING CAPTIONED ORDINANCE NUMBER 2023
ADOPTING THE 1993 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AS THE
ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH.
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH ELECTRICAL CODE FOR THE PURPOSE OF
SAFEGUARDING PERSONS AND PROPERTY AND PROMOTING
THE PUBLIC WELFARE; ADOPTING THE 1993 EDITION OF THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; PROVIDING EQUIPMENT AND
INSTALLATION STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR AN ELECTRICAL
BOARD AND ASSIGNING POWERS AND DUTIES THERETO;
PROVIDING FOR AN ENFORCEMENT AGENT AND ASSIGNING
POWERS AND DUTIES THERETO; PROVIDING FOR EXAMINING,
LICENSING AND REGISTERING OF ELECTRICIANS; DEFINING
UNSAFE EQUIPMENT AND USES; DEFINING VIOLATIONS;
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PROVIDING APPLICATION OF THIS CODE TO EXISTING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT; PROVIDING
DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AS USED IN THIS CODE; REQUIRING
PROPER SUPERVISION OF WORK; PROVIDING FOR FEES;
PROVIDING FOR PERMITS; PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION;
PROVIDING FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION APPROVALS;
REPEALING ORDINANCE 1703 AS BEING IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING
INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY OF FINE AND
DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D.8 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 93-056 AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL
AUDITING FEES IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 TO ARTHUR ANDERSEN
AND COMPANY.
C.1 CITY MANAGER REPORTS.
City Manager Richard Escalante gave an informative report on the happenings and status
of various projects in the departments of the City.
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Blair announced that Ms. Jackie Deaton, a member of the Farmers Branch
Historical Preservation and Restoration Board, had been appointed to the Dallas County
Historical Commission.
C.2 PUBLIC HEARING: 1993-94 PROPOSED BUDGET.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing and presented the following information. The
purpose of this hearing is to secure public input at the beginning of the budget process.
This will allow the City Council and the Administration to consider the desires of the
citizens during budget preparations. No official action is necessary other than the public
hearing.
Mayor Blair recognized the following:
Mr. Roger Burke, Executive Director of the Film Commission stated his organization
had been operating since 1987. Mr. Burke stated Farmers Branch had been supporting
the Film Commission for two years. Mr. Burke stated the Film Commission can bring
600 commercials and projects to be shot in the Dallas area a year. Mr. Burke stated this
brings in $38 million and the Film Commission needs the support of Farmers Branch.
Mr. Burke asked for renewal of Farmers Branch funding.
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Mayor Blair stated Councilwoman Nancy Hardie will be the liaison between the Film
Commission since Councilman Binford's retirement from the City Council.
Mr. Paul Carter, representing Northwest Family Outreach, stated his organization assists
Farmers Branch citizens. Mr. Carter stated Northwest Family Outreach primarily assists
in preventing child abuse and neglect, and assisting pregnant teens. Mr. Carter stated
the center has many volunteers to help. Mr. Carter would like Farmers Branch to
consider the Northwest Family Outreach center in the budget.
Mr. Jim Shafer, President of the Board of Directors for the Office on Aging, stated his
agency serves the elderly in the Metrocrest area. Mr. Shafer stated the Office on Aging
added 555 more names to their current list. Mr. Shafer stated they have added another
staff person who is bilingual. Mr. Shafer stated the Office on Aging would appreciate
any assistance the City could offer.
Mayor Blair stated the Office on Aging set the standard for contractual agreements
between the City and other organizations.
Mr. Joe Wood, President of the Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce, stated he would
like to thank the City for their support. Mr. Wood stated that without funding from the
City the Farmers Branch Chamber could not provide the various activities they have in
the past. Mr. Wood stated they are in the process of preparing the budget and will
submit the official request by the June 25, 1993 deadline.
Mr. Robert McMahan, Metrocrest Service Center, stated they provide assistance to the
working poor. Mr. McMahan stated they provide food, clothing, money for utilities and
housing. Mr. McMahan explained they offer counseling for victims of family violence.
Mr. McMahan stated the Metrocrest Service Center provides a thrift store and a food
store for the families they assist. Mr. McMahan stated the City Council would see a
good return for their investment. Mr. McMahan stated a written request for funds would
be presented to the city by June 25, 1993.
There being no one else wishing to speak, a motion by Mayor Pro Tern Davis, a second
by Councilwoman Hardie, all voting "aye", closed the public hearing.
Mayor Blair stated the City is proposing no tax increase in the budget this year. Mayor
Blair explained property values are up by 1.6 % which may indicate that property values
have stopped their decline and are leveling out. Mayor Blair explained the general fund
has been subsidizing the utility fund. Mayor Blair stated sewer rates have increased
because of mandates on the Trinity River Authority. Mayor Blair stated there has been
a 45 % increase in sewer rates over the past two years. Mayor Blair stated the City has
supplemented these increases with the settlement received from the Dallas water rate
case. Mayor Blair stated in the past we have asked families to reserve water but now
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urged citizens to use as much water as possible to help the City recover money from the
purchase water. Mayor Blair explained the City has to plan the amount of water the City
may use and purchase this water in advance.
C.3 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF SHERRY CONAWAY TO
GRANT A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SUP) FOR A MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT AT
13450 INWOOD ROAD, SUITE 150, AND WITHIN PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
NUMBER 49 (PD-49) ZONING DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. At its April 19, 1993
meeting the City Council amended PD-49 to allow the "Massage Establishment" use in
the PD-49 zone with a Specific Use Permit (SUP). A Massage Establishment is any
place of business where manipulative massage or manipulated exercises are practiced
upon the human body for consideration whether with or without the use of mechanical
therapeutic or bathing devices, in a State of Texas licensed hospital by a duly licensed
physician or chiropractor; by a duly licensed beautician or barber in a licensed beauty
shop or barbershop; in an establishment wherein State of Texas registered physical
therapists treat only patients recommended by a licensed physician and operate under
such physician's direction or any registered massage establishment under Texas Revised
Civil Statute Annotated, Article 4512K.
The applicant is a state licensed massage therapist. The proposed business will be known
as "Elite Therapy" and will occupy approximately 860 square feet of space within Suite
150 at 13450 Inwood Road. Proposed signage will be limited to one illuminated wall
sign twenty four (24) square feet in area facing Inwood Road.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends the Specific Use
Permit be granted with the condition that signage identifying the business be limited to
the words "Elite Therapy."
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing.
Ms. Paula VanFleck, representing Tara Group, the management company for the
property, expressed her appreciation for the temporary SUP the City Council granted but
the owners were not willing to spend money on Ms. Conaway's lease space without final
approval and therefore Ms. Conway has not been in operation. Ms. VanFleck stated
United Airlines had just opened the first ticket center in the same center.
There being no one else wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request, a
motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye", closed
the public hearing.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye",
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approved the following captioned Ordinance No. 2057 granting a specific use permit for
a "massage establishment" at 13450 Inwood Road, Suite 150.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED; SO AS
TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A MASSAGE
ESTABLISHMENT LOCATED AT 13450 INWOOD ROAD, SUITE 150 AND
WITHIN THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NUMBER 49 (PD-49) ZONING
DISTRICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A
PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($2,000.00); PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
CA PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF JONES & BOYD, INC., TO
CHANGE THE ZONING ON A 10.866 ACRE TRACT OF VACANT LAND
GENERALLY BOUNDED BY WEBB CHAPEL ROAD TO THE EAST, A
DRAINAGE CHANNEL AND MAYBROOK DRIVE TO THE SOUTH AND THE
CRESTBROOK ESTATES ADDITION TO THE WEST AND NORTH FROM ONE
FAMILY RESIDENCE-4 (R-4) TO A HIGHER DENSITY, SINGLE FAMILY
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) DISTRICT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. The proposed site is
currently zoned R-4, a single family zoning district which requires a minimum lot area
of 10,000 square feet and a minimum house size of 1,600 square feet.
The applicant is proposing to change the zoning to reduce the minimum lot size to 5,000
square feet in area and increase the minimum required house size to 1,750 square feet.
The proposed development plan creates 49 lots. Access to the subdivision will be
provided via extension of Chapelview Drive south and construction of a new street off
Webb Chapel opposite Myra Lane. A brick wall and landscaping will be installed along
the entire length of Webb Chapel and at two other locations within the development.
All houses shall be constructed of at least 70 percent brick and will have rear entry
garages. All landscaped areas and any structures within the landscaped areas, including
those located within public rights-of-way, will be maintained by a homeowners
association.
Engineering documents must still be approved and the property must be platted prior to
commencement of any construction.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends adoption of
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proposed Ordinance 2055 which establishes the PD-69 zoning district and associated
development standards for single family development, and further recommends the
accompanying site plan be approved with the following conditions:
1. That street lighting be provided in the Chapelview cul-de-sac, at the west
terminus of the entrance drive off Webb Chapel, and south of the landscaped
island in the vicinity of Lot 6, Block C, and
2. That the southeast corner of Lot 12, Block D be truncated and reconfigured to
facilitate vehicular use of the adjoining alley. Actual radius to be determined at
time of construction documents are submitted.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing.
Mr. Don Plunk stated he was the applicant and proposed developer of this property. Mr.
Plunk stated the current tax roll carries a value of $500,000 on this property and after
the property is developed it will be worth approximately $7.5 to $9 million dollars. Mr.
Plunk stated he had contacted property owners within the area and explained the
development of the property to the City Council. Mr. Plunk stated he has no problems
with the conditions recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Plunk
stated there will be a mandatory homeowners association for the development.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Councilman Phelps, all voting "aye",
closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated she was very excited about this project and felt this was a
use consistent with the area.
Mayor Blair stated the City of Farmers Branch does not have many areas left to be
developed as residential. Mayor Blair stated this property had been considered for
commercial at one time.
A motion by Councilman Moses, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
adopted the following captioned Ordinance No. 2055 as recommended by the Planning
and Zoning Commission.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED; BY
AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION OF THE 10.866
ACRE TRACT OF LAND GENERALLY BOUNDED BY WEBB CHAPEL
ROAD TO THE EAST, A DRAINAGE CHANNEL AND MAYBROOK DRIVE
TO THE SOUTH AND THE CRESTBROOK ESTATES ADDITION TO THE
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WEST AND NORTH, FROM ONE FAMILY RESIDENCE-4 (R-4) TO
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT NUMBER SIXTY-NINE
(PD-69); ESTABLISHING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR PD-69;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE
RELIEF; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY
OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C.5 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING
ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE ISSUANCE AND REGULATION OF SPECIFIC
USE PERMITS ALLOWING THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN
QUALIFYING RESTAURANTS LOCATED ON THOSE PROPERTIES ZONED
LOCAL RETAIL-2 (LR-2) AND WHICH ARE BOUNDED BY VALWOOD
PARKWAY, DENNIS LANE, FARMERS BRANCH PARK AND JOSEY LANE AND
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. At its February 15, 1993
meeting the City Council amended the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regulations
pertaining to the sale of alcoholic beverages in restaurants and private clubs located in
the commercial and industrial areas on the city's perimeter. At that time Council
directed the Planning and Zoning Commission to identify areas within the central part
of the city where the sale of alcohol in restaurants might be feasible and to develop
appropriate regulations for those areas.
One of two areas the Commission has identified where the sale of alcoholic beverages
in restaurants would be appropriate includes those properties zoned Local Retail-2 (LR-2)
and bounded by Valwood Parkway to the north, Josey Lane to the west, Dennis Lane to
the east, and Farmers Branch Park and the PD-3 zoning district to the south.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance be amended to allow alcohol sales in the above
described area, subject to the same regulations that are currently in place under
Ordinance 1986 with the following exceptions:
1. Bars shall be prohibited. Alcoholic beverages shall only be served table side,
from the kitchen, or from other normal food service areas.
2. The 300 foot proximity rule shall not be applicable. This requirement would
otherwise prohibit any restaurant serving alcohol from locating within 300 feet
of a residential zoning district, church, school, or public park as measured from
the restaurant's front door and at 90 degree angles along the centerlines of public
streets.
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3. Alcoholic beverages shall only be served in conjunction with food service.
Mayor Blair stated that City staff recommends the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance not
be amended to allow alcohol sales within this area.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing.
Mr. Keith Little stated he had been in the bowling business for 34 years. Mr. Little
stated he had originally developed the Valwood Bowling Lanes to Farmers Branch. Mr.
Little stated bowling alleys were no longer called alleys and were now referred to as
bowling centers. Mr. Little stated if he were to put in a bowling center on Valwood it
would be an asset to Farmers Branch. Mr. Little encouraged the City Council to visit
centers he had built in other cities. Mr. Little stated the City of Euless had not allowed
alcohol in their city for over 25 years. Mr. Little explained that after the Euless City
Council visited another bowling center they gave him a permit to serve alcohol. Mr.
Little stated 65 % of business was from bowling, 20 % from alcohol and 15 % from food.
Mr. Little explained the cost to build a bowling center is very prohibitive. Mr. Little
stated people in Farmers Branch need a place to relax and have fun. Mr. Little stated
he may be interested in renovating the Valwood Lanes. Mr. Little stated the Planning
and Zoning Commission asked him to come tonight to answer any questions the City
Council may have.
Mr. Jerry Hays, Pastor of Valwood Park Baptist Church, asked if this request to allow
alcohol in the area was because of declining business in the area.
Mayor Blair stated this was the primary reason for this request.
Mr. Hays stated he could sympathize with this. Mr. Hays stated the economy of our
City was of great concern. Mr. Hays stated he enjoys restaurants such as the ones
located in Addison but would like the City Council to investigate if the City really wants
this type use in Farmers Branch.
Ms. Tracey Snoyer stated she lives at 2956 Valley View and moved to Farmers Branch
because she felt safe. Ms. Snoyer explained she had picked up debris from the shopping
center just west of her house. Ms. Snoyer stated Valley View is a very busy street and
felt that drivers leaving restaurants in the area after drinking would cause accidents on
Valley View. Ms. Snoyer explained she has seen how alcohol is abused and hoped the
City Council would not approve this request.
Mrs. Irene Wright, 2908 Lavita, stated Farmers Branch was a family type community.
Mrs. Wright stated this was the fourth appearance about this issue. Mrs. Wright stated
we have an excellent school system, and a well managed City and she would like to see
it kept that way. Mrs. Wright stated alcohol is the number one drug of abuse. Mrs.
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Wright felt alcohol would not help the shopping centers because the problem was much
deeper. Mrs. Wright felt the owners of the shopping centers would have to make
extensive repairs before the area shows more improvement. Mrs. Wright asked the City
Council to not consider approving this request.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Phelps, all voting "aye
closed the public hearing.
Mayor Blair explained the brief history on how this particular situation came about.
Mayor Blair stated some years ago the City of Farmers Branch was dry and the City
conducted a survey and as a result of that survey several citizens commented on why
Farmers Branch did not have quality restaurants and why alcohol could not be served in
Farmers Branch. Mayor Blair stated a petition was circulated seven or eight years ago
to put alcohol on the ballot. Mayor Blair stated he thought the item would be defeated;
however, it was passed by an overwhelming margin. Mayor Blair stated the City does
have the ability to control the sale of alcohol within the City limits by specific use
permits and boundary lines. Mayor Blair stated that once the City allowed alcohol the
City could not restrict the sale of certain types of alcohol such as just beer or wine.
Mayor Blair stated the City could restrict who sold alcohol such as liquor stores and
limits the sale only to restaurants for on premise consumption.
Mayor Blair stated that in the neighborhood meetings the City asked what people would
feel if the City proposed a very restricted ordinance for the central part of Farmers
Branch to allow the sale of alcohol to help bring business to Farmers Branch. Mayor
Blair stated the sale of alcohol is not the answer but may be a part of the solution.
Mayor Blair stated as a City, we can fix some but not all of the problems. Mayor Blair
explained the City is preparing to reconstruct Josey Lane. Mayor Blair stated the corners
of Josey Lane and Valley View Lane will become more attractive after the
reconstruction. Mayor Blair explained the City has ordinances which will help keep the
shopping centers free of potholes, roof leaks and kept clean. Mayor Blair stated the
Texas Restaurant Association has told the City it will never be another Addison or
Walnut Hill and 135. Mayor Blair explained the Texas Restaurant Association has told
Council that by allowing alcohol it will be to the advantage of smaller restaurant owners.
Mayor Blair stated this will bring traffic volume to the area which is what the retailer's
need.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated this agenda item was for the Valwood area and not the
Valley View Lane and Josey Lane area. Mayor Pro Tern Davis stated she had concerns
in the Valwood area of Farmers Branch to allow alcohol. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated
if an applicant came in with a viable plan she would have no problem with hearing the
request on an individual basis. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated that once the City Council
approved the sale of alcohol in the area the City could not take it away.
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Mayor Pro Tem Davis made a motion to deny the consideration of allowing alcohol sales
in the Valwood Parkway area. Councilman Phelps seconded the motion.
Further discussion by the City Council continued.
Councilman Moses explained he was informed that only beer and wine could be
served but was told in study session that you could not limit the type alcohol
served. Councilman Moses would like to see any existing busines, stay in
business. Councilman Moses stated the City has to do something but did not feel
that this was the answer. Councilman Moses stated he does not believe a drink
with a meal can cause a person to become drunk. Councilman Moses stated he
could not support the amendment.
Mayor Blair stated this area of Farmers Branch including the bowling alley is a great
concern of the City. Mayor Blair stated the Kroger grocery store hides the bowling alley
and this causes a problem for potential tenants. Mayor Blair stated the City Council
could not make the food to beverage ratio 60:40, then change their mind and make it
80:20. Mayor Blair stated the layout of this area is the problem and does not see
anything the City could do to help the layout. Mayor Blair stated he could not support
this request.
Councilman Moses stated he would like to point out that the Planning and Zoning
Commission has worked very hard and spent many hours on this project. Councilman
Moses stated he appreciated the Planning and Zoning Commission for their hard work.
Mayor Blair called for the motion again.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Phelps, all voting "aye",
to not amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to allow alcohol sales within
properties zoned Local Retail-2 (LR-2), bounded by Valwood Parkway, Dennis Lane,
Farmers Branch Park and Josey Lane.
C.6 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING
ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE ISSUANCE AND REGULATION OF SPECIFIC
USE PERMITS ALLOWING THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN
QUALIFYING RESTAURANTS ON THOSE PROPERTIES ZONED LOCAL RETAIL-
1 (LR-1), LOCAL RETAIL-2 (LR-2), PD-6, PD-29, PD-7 AND PD-8 AND
GENERALLY LOCATED AT OR NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY VIEW
AND JOSEY LANE AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair gave the following information for consideration. At its February 15, 1993
meeting, City Council amended the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regulations
pertaining to the sale of alcoholic beverages in restaurants and private clubs located in
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the commercial and industrial areas of the city's perimeter. At that time, Council
directed the Planning and Zoning Commission to identify areas within the central part
of the city where the sale of alcohol in restaurants might be feasible and to develop
appropriate regulations for those areas.
Properties in the vicinity of the Valley View Lane and Josey Lane intersection, including
only those properties zoned LR-1, LR-2, PD-6, PD-7, PD-8, and PD-29, comprise the
second of the two areas the Commission has identified where the sale of alcoholic
beverages in restaurants would be appropriate.
The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance be amended to allow alcohol sales in the above
described area, subject to the same regulations that are currently in place under
Ordinance 1986 with the following exceptions:
Bars shall be prohibited. Alcoholic beverages shall only be served table side,
from the kitchen, or from other normal food service areas.
2. The 300 foot proximity rule shall not be applicable. This requirement would
otherwise prohibit any restaurant serving alcohol from locating within 300 feet
of a residential zoning district, church, school, or public park as measured from
the restaurant's front door and at 90 degree angles along the centerlines of public
streets.
3. Alcoholic beverages shall only be served in conjunction with food service.
Mayor Blair stated that City staff recommends the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance be
amended to allow alcohol sales within this area subject to the same regulations
established under Ordinance 1986, which revised provisions for alcohol sales on the
city's perimeter, except that bars be prohibited and an 80:20 food to alcohol sales ratio
be imposed.
Mayor Blair opened the public hearing.
Mr. Mark Andres, owner of the shopping center at the northeast corner of Valley View
Lane and Josey Lane, stated he was excited about the Josey Lane and Valley View
reconstruction. Mr. Andres stated he could not lease this property to a Bennigan's, Good
Eats or any other restaurant if this amendment is not passed. Mr. Andres stated the
restaurants mentioned will not even consider leasing a building without being allowed to
serve alcohol. Mr. Andres stated he hoped the City Council would pass this ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated that she lived in this area. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated
that she felt this corner was a different issue. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated the Director
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of Economic Norma Nichols will be starting a program with the merchants in the area
to increase traffic. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated City Council had agreed to increase the
landscaping in the area, and obtain easements to install the landscaping. Mayor Pro Tem
Davis stated the City will target the 80,000 people who work in the area to shop in
Farmers Branch. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated City staff will be working to enforce
code violations in the area. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated this amendment would not
allow stores like 7-11 or Albertson's to sell packaged alcoholic beverages.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2062, Councilwoman Hardie
seconded the motion.
Councilman Pyle stated the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended the 300
foot proximity rule be deleted. Councilman Pyle stated he was curious why the Planning
and Zoning Commission recommended it be deleted.
Mr. Michael Spicer stated the manner in which the rule is applied is the reason the
Planning and Zoning Commission felt it should be taken out. Mr. Spicer stated due to
the setbacks a restaurant could meet the requirement and be located next to a church.
Mr. Escalante stated that a recent court decision had decided how the proximity rule was
to be applied. Mr. Escalante stated staff felt with the proximity rule in the ordinance this
would prohibit a restaurant serving alcohol to be located next to a City park.
Councilman Pyle asked if the maker of the motion would leave in the 300 foot proximity
rule.
Mayor Pro Tern Davis asked how this would affect the Sizzler.
Mr. Spicer stated the Sizzler is located in a Planned Development district and would not
be affected by the proximity rule.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis withdrew her motion.
Councilman Phelps stated he does not agree with allowing alcohol in this area.
Councilman Phelps stated restaurants such as Marshall's do a good business because they
serve good food. Councilman Phelps stated the Alcohol Committee had promised to
keep alcohol west of 135 and east of Marsh Lane when they considered allowing alcohol
in Farmers Branch. Councilman Phelps stated that no new restaurants to date have
requested to open in Farmers Branch. Councilman Phelps stated this issue should not
be forced on the residents in this area.
Councilwoman Hardie asked Mr. Spicer the clarify what areas would not be affected by
the 300 foot proximity rule.
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Mr. Spicer stated the northeast, southeast and southwest quadrants of Valley View and
Josey Lane would not be applicable.
Mr. Escalante stated this rule provides very limited protection but felt the City should
have some measure of protection.
Councilman Pyle asked Mr. Andres how the 80:20 food to beverage ratio would affect
any future restaurants wanting to come to the area.
Mr. Andres stated he was not sure how this would affect them.
Mr. Escalante stated the City is really looking at the lunch time crowd and stated that
very little alcohol is served during the lunch hours. Mr. Escalante stated the weekend
and night time patrons could consume much more alcohol with a 70:30 ratio.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis made a motion to adopt the following captioned Ordinance 2062
with amendments to include a 80:20 food to alcohol beverage ratio, food service in
conjunction with alcohol service be deleted and the 300 foot proximity rule shall be
included. Councilwoman Hardie seconded the motion, with Councilmembers Pyle,
Moses, Hardie and Davis voting "aye", and Councilmember Phelps voting "nay". The
motion carried by a 4-1 vote.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 1986 AS HERETOFORE AMENDED,
SAME BEING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE
ZONING ORDINANCE; AMENDING SECTION 8-400-2 BY ADDING
SECTION 8-400-2A TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIFIC USE
PERMITS FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE
VICINITY OF THE VALLEY VIEW LANE, JOSEY LANE INTERSECTION,
INCLUDING ONLY THOSE PROPERTIES ZONED LR-1, LR-2, PD-6, PD-7,
PD-8, AND PD-29; ADDING SECTION 8-400-22 RELATIVE TO
CONDITIONS OF OPERATION; PROVIDING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT
TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR
EACH OFFENSE AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED
COMMITTED UPON EACH DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION
OCCURS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D.1 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 93-094 AWARDING THE BID FOR
PAVING AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO JOSEY LANE FROM LBJ
FREEWAY TO VALLEY VIEW LANE INTERSECTION TO XIT PAVING AND
CONSTRUCTION, INC. AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
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Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. The Josey Lane
improvements from LBJ Freeway to Valley View intersection are budgeted in the total
amount of $4,080,000. The improvements include replacement of the existing asphalt
road with concrete, and installation of storm drainage, water and sanitary sewer
improvements, street lights, traffic signals and landscaping and irrigation systems.
The cost for design, materials testing, street lights, landscaping, and irrigation is
$430,430.00. The amount available for construction is $3,649,570.00.
Four bids were received and opened on May 21, 1993. The low bidder was XIT Paving
and Construction Inc. submitting a bid of $3,393,824.28 with contract time of 640
calendar days. XIT Paving and Construction, Inc. has provided adequate qualifications
and references for similar work. They have successfully completed work for the cities
of Irving, Garland, Plano and Farmers Branch.
The construction of the landscaping and irrigation system is not part of this contract;
however, it will be constructed under a separate contract, which will bid in May 1994
with construction completed by June, 1995.
The City Engineer recommends awarding the bid for paving and drainage improvements
to Josey Lane from LBJ Freeway to Valley View Lane intersection to XIT Paving and
Construction Inc. in the amount of $3,393,824.28.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilman Phelps, all voting "aye",
approved Resolution 93-094 awarding the bid for paving and drainage improvements to
Josey Lane from LBJ Freeway to Valley View Lane intersection to XIT Paving and
Construction Inc. in the amount of $3,393,824.28.
D.2 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 2056 GRANTING A STREET USE AND RENTAL
AGREEMENT TO METROPOLITAN FIBER SYSTEMS OF DALLAS, INC. FOR
THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING A FIBER OPTICS NETWORK WITHIN THE CITY
OF FARMERS BRANCH AND TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. Metropolitan Fiber
Systems of Dallas, Inc. (MFS), has approached the City of Farmers Branch and desires
to enter into a street use and rental agreement with the City of Farmers Branch to
provide a Fiber Optics Network within the City of Farmers Branch. Ordinance No. 2056
would provide for such an agreement.
The Fiber Optics Network would initially provide telecommunications services to
businesses on the east and west side of Farmers Branch and would be part of a proposed
expansion of services by Metropolitan Fiber Systems of Dallas, Inc. which would span
91 miles. The expansion would link areas of Farmers Branch, Plano, Richardson,
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Carrollton, Addison and Dallas. Currently, Metropolitan Fiber System of Dallas, Inc.
operates over 30 miles of fiber optics in the City of Dallas.
Metropolitan Fiber System of Dallas, Inc. provides their customers with
telecommunication services including voice, video, high-speed data and systems
integration. The street use and rental agreement prevents them from offering Cable
Television service unless a Cable Franchise is applied for and granted separately.
The street use and rental agreement provides a 5% street use and rental fee based on
gross receipts generated in Farmers Branch. The length of the agreement is ten years.
Representatives from Metropolitan Fiber System of Dallas, Inc. will be present to discuss
this item.
City staff recommends approval of Ordinance 2056 granting a street use and rental
agreement to Metropolitan Fiber System of Dallas, Inc.
Mayor Blair stated there is a minor problem with the ordinance and staff recommends
this item be tabled until June 22, 1993.
A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye", tabled this
item until June 22, 1993.
D.3 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 93-102 AUTHORIZING THE
EMERGENCY EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE
SANITARY SEWER AT THE HISTORICAL PARK WITH MOSS CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY, INC. AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. At the Council
Study Session on May 17, 1993, City staff briefed Council on the condition of the 24"
sanitary sewer line running through the Historical Park. The Council instructed staff to
proceed with advertising and receiving bids for replacement of the sewer. Council was
informed that the bidding and awarding process would result in construction occurring
in late July and early August with an estimated cost for the work in the amount of
$85,000.00.
On Thursday, May 27, unstable soil conditions adjacent to the existing sanitary sewer
were encountered for the third time while constructing a retaining wall. The area was
immediately backfilled to prevent another failure of the sewer as had happened with the
first two incidents. Prior to backfilling, cracks were observed in the 35 year old concrete
pipe which indicates that the pipe has structural failure.
The creek bank throughout the Historical Park is generally unstable. The sanitary sewer
is located within that creek bank. The unstable banks, the condition of the pipe and the
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recent incidents provide ample information to predict that the next major rainfall event
could cause other slope failures resulting in sewage flowing into the creek. The
Engineering Department and Public Works Department personnel recommend that
immediate action is necessary to eliminate this high potential for environmental problems
with significant cleanup cost.
To date, the cost for repairs to the sewer and protective sheeting due to unstable soil, is
approximately $44,275.00. To enable the last section of retaining wall to be constructed
it is estimated that additional protection to the sewer line will cost $15,000.00 to
$25,000.00.
Because of the urgency, staff contacted two contractors that were known to be reputable
and to have the expertise, the personnel, and the equipment to perform the work. Staff
recommends Moss Construction Company, Inc. on the basis that the company could
begin work seven days sooner and could complete the work in five less working days
than the other contractor. Moss' price was $3,700.00 higher than the other contractor;
however, Moss' schedule substantially reduces the City's exposure to environmental
problems and cleanup costs.
Staff has negotiated an agreement with Moss Construction Company, Inc. to replace the
sanitary sewer through the Historical Park at a cost of $76,240.00. This work could
begin June 14 with completion in 15 working days. The scope of work includes
conformance to trench safety requirements mandated under State law. Hydromulching
and removal and reinstallation of two light poles would be performed under a separate
contract at an estimated cost of $3,000.00.
The Sanitary Sewer Bond Fund Contingencies has $68,700.00 available from earned
interest and the Utilities Division has a balance of approximately $84,200.00 available
in the utility budget. These two sources would be used to fund the project.
The expenditures would be exempt from competitive bidding under Local Government
Code, Section 252.002 (2) and (3), if City Council concurs that an emergency exists, and
approves the attached resolution.
The City Engineer and the Director of Public Works recommend entering into an
agreement with Moss Construction Company, Inc. to replace the sanitary sewer at the
Historical Park for the amount of $76,240.00.
A motion by Councilwoman Hardie, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, all voting
"aye", approved Resolution 93-102 entering into an agreement with Moss Construction
Company, Inc. to replace the sanitary sewer at the Historical Park for the amount of
$76,240.00.
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DA CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 93-091 RELATIVE TO APPROVAL OF THE
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ALIGNMENT FOR THE EASTSIDE
INTERCEPTOR TUNNEL AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration.
Farmers Branch and Addison have entered into an interlocal agreement to
construct the Eastside Interceptor Sewer System. The design of the first segment
of the system, which is the Eastside Interceptor Tunnel, has been completed. The
design was performed by the engineering firm of Consoer Townsend &
Associates.
In accordance with the interlocal agreement, the plans and specifications are to be
approved by the governing bodies of Addison and Farmers Branch prior to
commencement of construction. The alignment of the interceptor sewer is also to be
approved by Farmers Branch prior to obtaining easements.
The Eastside Interceptor Tunnel consists of installation of 22,390 LF of 60" pipe with
manholes, using both open cut trenching and tunneling. The sewer traverses from the
west City limits at LBJ Freeway, through the City Pointe Northwest Property across
Stemmons Freeway, continuing through City property and public streets to Valley View
Lane at Tom Field, then along Valley View to Marsh Lane and continuing north
adjacent to Marsh Lane within Brookhaven Community College property to Farmers
Branch Creek. The Eastside Interceptor Tunnel cost including design, testing,
inspection, and contract administration is estimated to be $20,000,000. The total cost
of the Eastside Interceptor Sewer System, including the tunnel and conventional lines,
is $27,000,000. Addison's share of the cost is $13,000,000. Farmers Branch's share
of the cost is $14,000,000.
The schedule for the tunnel construction is that bids will be received in July, 1993;
construction will begin in November, 1993, and completion will be in October, 1995.
The schedule for the conventional lines is that design will begin this summer.
Construction of the conventional lines is expected to begin mid 1994 with completion of
the entire system by mid 1996.
The City Engineer recommends adoption of Resolution No. 93-091 approving the plans,
specifications and alignment for the Eastside Interceptor Tunnel.
A motion by Councilman Phelps, a second by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, all voting "aye",
adopted Resolution No. 93-091 approving the plans, specifications and alignment for the
Eastside Interceptor Tunnel.
D.5 CONSENT
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D.6 CONSENT
D.7 CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 93-054 AUTHORIZING THE WRITE-
OFF OF UNCOLLECTIBLE WATER AND SEWER BILLINGS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $249,525.94 AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Blair presented the following information for consideration. During the May 17,
1993, City Council Study Session Meeting, staff discussed proposed utility account
collection and write-off procedures.
The City records an average of $36,000 annually as water and sewer account bad debt
expense, which represents less than 1/2% of total water and sewer receivables. The City
has not written-off its uncollectible bad debt expenses since 1985, resulting in an
allowance balance of $249,525.94. Writing off these accounts does not relieve customers
of their obligation to pay.
City staff recommends adopting Resolution No. 93-054 authorizing the write-off of
uncollectible water and sewer billings in the amount of $249,525.94.
A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting "aye", adopted
Resolution No. 93-054 authorizing the write-off of uncollectible water and sewer billings
in the amount of $249,525.94.
D.8 CONSENT.
D.9 CONSIDER COUNCIL TRAVEL REPORTS AND REQUESTS AND TAKE THE
APPROPRIATE ACTION.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis gave a brief report on travel to Mexico. Mayor Pro Tem Davis
stated Farmers Branch has an economic alliance with Guadalupe, Mexico. Mayor Pro
Tem Davis stated there was networking with businesses. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated
in October officials from Guadalupe will be arriving in Farmers Branch. Mayor Pro
Tem Davis stated they gave gifts to Farmers Branch.
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilwoman Hardie, all voting
"aye", accepted the gifts received from Mexico.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated she appeared in Austin to speak in favor of H. B. 1538 but
this bill did not get passed. Mayor Pro Tem Davis stated Farmers Branch will try to
introduce this bill next session.
Mr. Escalante asked for permission to attend the NTCMA retreat in Granbury from
August 20 - 22, 1993.
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A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye", approved
travel for the City Manager to attend the North Texas City Management Association
retreat in Granbury, Texas.
D.10 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION.
Councilwoman Hardie reported that students from Garbsen, Germany would be arriving
in Farmers Branch on September 24 through October 16, 1993, and host families are
needed for these students. Councilwoman Hardie stated anyone interested in hosting a
family should contact Donna Huerta with the City of Farmers Branch or Cindy Randall
of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
MAYOR BLAIR ANNOUNCED THAT THE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA FOR THE
GENERAL SESSION HAVE BEEN CONCLUDED. AFTER A SHORT RECESS THE
COUNCIL 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 MAY BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
E. la DISCUSS PERSONNEL MATTERS - ARTICLE 6252-17, SEC. 2(g)
1. DISCUSS APPOINTMENT TO THE METROCREST HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
2. DISCUSS APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION.
3. DISCUSS APPOINTMENT TO THE LIBRARY BOARD.
4. DISCUSS APPOINTMENTS TO THE EAST SIDE SANITARY SEWER
CONSTRUCTION REVIEW BOARD.
At 10:55 p.m., a discussion was held relating to the appointments as mentioned above.
THE COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO GENERAL SESSION AT 11:12 P.M.
E.2 CONSIDER NECESSARY ACTION ON PERSONNEL MATTERS DISCUSSED IN
THE EXECUTIVE SESSION.
A motion by Councilman Pyle, a second by Councilwoman Hardie, all voting
"aye" appointed Berry Grubbs to serve Place 7 on the Metrocrest Hospital
Authority Board of Directors for a term to expire December, 1994.
A motion by Councilman Phelps, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting
"aye", appointed Tom Hill to serve Alternate Place 2 on the Planning and Zoning
Commission for a term to expire May 1, 1995.
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A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Moses, all voting
"aye", reappointed Leonard Abbey to serve Place 1, Donna Melton to serve Place
2, and Clyde James to serve Place 6 on the Library Board for a term to expire
May 1, 1995.
A motion by Mayor Blair, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
appointed the following to serve on the East Side Sanitary Sewer
Construction Review Board for a two year term, conditioned upon
their acceptance of the appointment:
Place 1
Place 2
Place 3
Place 4
Place 5
Alt. Member
F.1 ADJOURNMENT.
Tony Freeman
Randall C. DePriest
Jeff Hannon
Charlie Bush
William McDaniel
Tom Clark
A motion by Mayor Pro Tem Davis, a second by Councilman Pyle, all voting "aye",
adjourned the City Council meeting of June 7, 1993, at 11:15 P.M.
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