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Home My WebLink AboutCC 2005-04-25 Agendas . CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PRE-COUNCIL AGENDA APRIL 25,2005 - 6:10 P.M. For the Regular Meeting conducted at the North Richland Hills City Hall - Pre-Council Chambers 7301 Northeast Loop 820. NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 1. Discuss Items from April 25, 2005 City Council Meeting (5 Minutes) 2. IR 2005-052 Review New Code of Ordinances (15 Minutes) 3. IR 2005-053 Canvass Date for May 7,2005 Election (5 Minutes) 4. IR 2005-055 Discuss Proposed QuadCities 4th of July Celebration (15 Minutes) 5. Adjournment . '-f :f {/ TIme ~ / ¡itJI Scc"""y Bj ^-+{;Ú;A'i- . 04/25/05 City Council Agenda Page 1 of 3 . CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA APRIL 25, 2005 - 7:00 PM For the Regular Meeting conducted at the North Richland Hills City Hall Council Chambers 7301 Northeast Loop 820, at 7:00 p.m. The below listed items are placed on the Agenda for discussion and/or action. 1. Items on the consent agenda will be voted on in one motion unless a Council Member asks for separate discussion. 2. The Council reserves the right to retire into executive session concerning any of the items listed on this Agenda, whenever it is considered necessary and legally justified under the Open Meetings Act. 3. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need assistance should contact the City Secretary's office at 817-427-6060 two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. . NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation - Councilwoman Cox 3. Pledge - Councilwoman Cox 4. Special Presentations 5. Citizens Presentation 6. Removal of Item(s) from the Consent Agenda 7. Consent a. Minutes of the April 11, 2005 Council Agenda Meeting PAY 2005-003 b. Approve Final Payment to Sharrock Electric, Inc. in the amount of $2615.14 for the Glenview Drive at Dawn Drive Traffic Signal Installation Project . 04/25/05 City Council Agenda Page 2 of 3 . NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 8. GN 2005-039 Approve Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County for Installation of Live Scan System for Jail Facility - Resolution No. 2005-036 9. PW 2005-005 Award of Bid to Sharrock Electric, Inc. for the Traffic Signal Light Communication 2003 Project and Revise the 2004/05 CIP Budget 10. GN 2005-040 Approve 2005 Preventive Street Maintenance Program 11. GN 2005-041 Approve Adoption of the New Code of Ordinances - Ordinance No. 2829 12. GN 2005-042 Approve Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand/Drought Contingency Plan - Ordinance No. 2830 13. Information and Reports - Councilwoman Compton IR 2005-057 Staff Report on Status of TI F and Hometown Library (Follow up from April 11, 2005 Citizen's Presentation) 14. Adjournment . POSTED 0,' ~)' (þ' Ot Time (D. ~hY s0cr:tary B)~ 1:I/{,d"';y(~L. . 04/25/05 City Council Agenda Page 3 of 3 INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2005-052 April 25, 2005 Review new "Code of Ordinances" The City Secretary's office in 2001 initiated the process of recodifying the City's ordinances. The City's "Code of Ordinances" was originally codified in 1975 and needed to be updated by removing obsolete provisions, addressing any federal or state legislation affecting the Code and adding ordinances that previous administrations had opted to not include in the Code of Ordinances. In April 2002 the City began working with Municipal Code to identify these issues and recodify the ordinances of the City. The scope of the project was to recodify all the general ordinances of the City. The project however did not include the codification of the zoning ordinances. Funding to codify the City's zoning ordinances became available with the approval of the 2003-04 budget and in April 2004 the City Secretary's office began working to codify the zoning ordinances. The two projects are now complete and the resulting product is a new "Code of Ordinances" consisting of two volumes. One volume contains the Charter and the General Ordinances of the City and the second volume contains the Building and Land Use Regulations; which includes all of the current zoning ordinances as well as development regulations. The last step in the codification process is for the Council to adopt the new "Code of Ordinances" by ordinance. An item has been placed on the regular agenda for Council to approve the ordinance. After adoption by Council, the City's Code of Ordinances will be available in hard copy in the Library for public use as well as electronically on the City's website. We look forward to presenting the new "Code of Ordinances" to the City Council during the Pre- Council meeting. Respectfully Submitted, (!? ¿Zt;ttètti ~ Patricia Hutson City Secretary ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2005-053 ~ Date: T Subject: May 18, 2005 Canvass Date for May 7, 2005 Election The Texas Election Code provides that the City Council shall convene to conduct the canvass of our May 7, 2005 City Council election at a time set by the Mayor which cannot be earlier than the eighth day or later than the eleventh day after Election Day. The period for the official canvass would then be May 15-18. Therefore in accordance with State law the canvass of the May ih election has been set for Tuesday, May 17 at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, øat;vM¿~ Patricia Hutson City Secretary e ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS .} INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. 2005-055 . ~ Date: T Subject: April 25, 2005 Proposed QuadCities 4th of July Celebration In light of recent financial constraints, there is high likelihood that the City of Bedford will not host their annual July 4th celebration. Last year, the City of North Richland Hills sponsored the Bedford 4th Fest, in the amount of $5,000, in lieu of producing the Northeast Family Fourth. The City of Bedford has the longest standing July 4th event in the area and attracts approximately 35,000 visitors to the Bedford Boys Ranch. An additional 70,000 people view the fireworks from area roadways and other viewing sites. Cancellation of the event would result in a significant void of fireworks in northeast Tarrant County. Although the City of Hurst hosts a July 4th event, they would be overburdened in trying to accommodate an additional 35,000 - 70,000 visitors. e Given their limited resources, the City of Bedford staff met with North Richland Hills staff on April 18th to discuss options for producing a July 4th event. Several options were discussed including cancellation of the event or a scaled back version of the event at its current location. The most preferred option discussed was an event co-produced with several cities at a location other than the Bedford Boys Ranch due to Bedford's labor shortage. North Richland Hills staff suggested the possibility of producing a QuadCities DFWevent on south Grapevine Hwy near the A TI site. A goal of the QuadCities committee has been to produce an annual event to bring recognition and publicity to the area. The event would be equally funded by all cities with production, planning and labor also shared by those cities with assistance from the Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce. This event would also potentially support redevelopment efforts on south Grapevine Highway. To determine the level of interest, the following day staff met with the city managers from Haltom City, Richland Hills and Watauga. Bob Hamilton, President/CEO for the Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce was also present. The group was favorable to the idea of presenting a QuadCities proposal to their respective governing bodies. It was recommended that each city request funding of no more than $8,000 for the event and that each participating city share in dedicated personnel to put the event together. The proposed event will only offer an evening fireworks display. Due to the late planning of such an event it would be difficult to offer much more than this. However, given the potential budget and assuming all cities participate, it is expected that it can be a very dynamic and memorable display. e ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS · City Managers from each of the four cities (Watauga, Richland Hills, Haltom City & Bedford) e intend to present the proposed project to their City Council at meetings to be held next Monday and Tuesday evening. By next Wednesday we expect to have a pretty good idea of the potential level of participation. If City Council agrees to support the event, and if the other cities receive support from their councils, we will begin the planning process. Staff will brief the City Council more extensively during the Pre- Council agenda item. We look forward to your thoughts and suggestions. Respectfully Submitted, ðÆitfl iøœ Vickie Loftice Director of Parks and Recreation e e ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS r . MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST e LOOP 820 - APRIL 11, 2005 PRE-COUNCIL SESSION The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in Pre-Council session on the 11th day of April, 2005 at 6:15 p.m. in the Pre-Council Room prior to the 7:00 regular Council meeting. Present: Oscar Trevino David Whitson John Lewis Jo Cox JoAnn Johnson Nancy Bielik Timothy J. Welch Absent: Suzy Compton e Staff Members: Larry J. Cunningham Richard Torres Ogden Bo Bass Karen Bostic Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples John Pitstick Larry Koonce Mike Curtis Dave Pendley Vickie Loftice Chris Swartz Drew Corn Call to Order Mayor Mayor Pro T em Councilman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilwoman ,Councilman Councilwoman City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Administrative/Fiscal Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary City Attorney Director of Development Finance Director Public Works Director Building Official Parks & Recreation Director Aquatic Manager Budget Director Mayor Trevino called the Pre-Council meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. 1. Discuss items from Regular April 11. 2005 City Council Meeting Agenda Item No. 7b - GN 2005-036 - Councilwoman Cox asked for the meaning of PPB which is mentioned in the coversheet. Ms. Bostic advised council PPB was the acronym for price to beat. e e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 2 Agenda Item No. 7f - PU 2005-019 - Councilwoman Bielik asked for the location of Dry Clean Super Center Cleaners. Staff advised they were located on Rufe Snow in Watauga. Agenda Item No. 10 - SP 2005-01 - Mayor Pro Tem Whitson asked why there was no signage included with request. Mr. Cunningham advised applicant would be coming back to council with their signage request. 2. IR 2005-046 Discuss Details of Settlement Aareement between Steerina Committee of Cities Served by TXU and TXU Electric Company (10 Minutes) <Aaenda Item No. 7b> Ms. Bostic summarized settlement agreement and outlined the factors that influenced the Steering Committee to accept a settlement with TXU. The agreement will postpone or abate the statewide rate proceeding for 14 months. After all member cities of the Steering Committee approve the agreement, TXU will pay $8.5 million to the Committee. Ms. Bostic explained how funds would be distributed back to the member cities. North Richland Hills will receive $80,274 this year and additional payments are expected in 2006 and 2007. Ms. Bostic answered questions from the Council. 3. IR 2005-050 Update by Richard Ruddell. President/Executive Director of Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T)' Reaarding Cotton Belt Commuter Connection between Downtown Ft. Worth and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and The T's Involvement in Public Transit Matters Mr. Richard Ruddell, President/Executive Director of Fort Worth Transportation Authority (the T) highlighted for Council the services offered by the T. Mr. Ruddell gave a brief background of the regional rail initiative and discussed the proposed Cotton Belt commuter rail link and possible rail station locations. Mr. Ruddell highlighted some of T's projects. In response to questions from Council, Mr. Ruddell addressed ridership on the T and discussed Station 13 (transfer station) at the Airport. 4. Adiournment Mayor Trevino announced at 6:44 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to the regular Council meeting. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 3 Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order April 08, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Oscar Trevino David Whitson John Lewis Jo Cox JoAnn Johnson Nancy Bielik Timothy J. Welch Mayor Mayor Pro T em Councilman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilman Absent: Suzy Compton Councilwoman Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Ogden Bo Bass Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples City Manager Assistant City Manager City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney 2. INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Whitson gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Pro Tem Whitson led the pledge of allegiance. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATION- CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH Councilman Lewis presented Tammy Alvarado with a proclamation proclaiming the month of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 4 e 5. CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mr. Steven Cooper, 7532 Wood haven Drive, thanked Council for the North Tarrant Parkway/Davis and Precinct Line improvements. Mr. Bill Tolley, 7924 Londonderry, spoke of his unpleasant experience with Bursey Road Senior Adult Center. Mr. Tolley advised council Mr. Jim Boothe would continue speaking on his behalf as he has difficulties speaking. Mr. Jim Boothe, 8124 Berkshire Drive, advised council how a Bursey Road Senior Adult Center supervisor spoke to Mr. Tolley. Mr. Boothe also questioned if the center employees were compensated for business travel. Mayor Trevino asked Parks Director Vickie Loftice to meet with Mr. Boothe and Mr. Tolley. Mr. Tim Barth, 8400 Bridge Street, advised he was encouraged by what he has witnessed the last two council meetings and the unanimous approval by council of the North Hills Mall tax rebate. e Ms. Jane Birkes, 8300 Euclid, expressed concern with recent allegations referenced by a Political Action Committee with reference to the TIF at Hometown and asked Council to clarify the allegations. The Mayor asked that a letter of fact from Staff be provided to Ms. Birkes. Councilwoman Johnson asked that the report also be provided at a future council meeting for the citizens. Mr. Jeff Paul, 5125 Colorado, advised council he is supportive of the sign ordinance and those not in agreement with the sign ordinance and who believe it is illegal should take their case to the District Attorney or leave issue alone. Ms. Patti Trainer, 8500 Olmstead Terrace, advised she was aware of a plan to synchronize lights on Davis Boulevard. Ms. Trainer asked to be updated on the plan. The Mayor requested the Public Works Director to contact Ms. Trainer and update her on the plan. Mr. Eric Trainer, 8500 Olmstead Terrace, thanked council for bringing in development to the city. Ms. Stacy Thorne, 8621 Olmstead Terrace, advised he was excited for the new library to be built in Hometown, but is concerned with a website that alleges there will not be ample parking for the library. e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 5 e Ms. Thorne was advised there would be a report at the end of the meeting that would address her inquiry. Mayor Trevino asked Public Works Director Mike Curtis to meet with Ms. Thorne to discuss the parking. Ms. Myrtis Byrd, 7312 Hialeah Circle West, advised council changes were needed and employee actions need to be monitored at Bursey Road Senior Adult Center. 6. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED e A. MINUTES OF THE MARCH 28, 2005 COUNCIL MEETING B. GN 2005-036 APPROVE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN STEERING COMMITTEE OF CITIES SERVED BY TXU AND TXU ELECTRIC DELIVERY - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-028 C. PU 2005-016 AWARD OF CONTRACT TO DV DALLAS IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,071.74 FOR THE SECURITY CAMERA PROJECT - RESOLUTION NO. 2005- 029 D. PU 2005-017 AWARD OF BID TO DR PEPPER BOTTLING COMPANY AS BEVERAGE COMPANY FOR THE PARKS AND RECREATION SYSTEM - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-030 E. PU 2005-018 AWARD BID FOR ANNUAL UTILITY MATERIALS SUPPLY CONTRACT TO HUGHES SUPPLY COMPANY - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-031 F. PU 2005-019 AWARD BID FOR ANNUAL UNIFORM CLEANING CONTRACT TO DRY CLEAN SUPER CENTER CLEANERS - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-032 G. PU 2005-020 AWARD ANNUAL FOOD SUPPLY CONTRACT FOR NRH20 AND POLICE DETENTION FACILITY TO BEN E. KEITH FOODS - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-033 e e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 6 H. PU 2005-021 AUTHORIZE INTERLOCAL PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF WATAUGA - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-034 MAYOR PRO TEM WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. COUNCILWOMAN BIELlK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0. 8. ZC 2005-03 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM ROD MUNSELL FOR A ZONING CHANGE FROM "AG" AGRICULTURAL TO "0-1-NR- PD" NON RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR "0-1" OFFICE DISTRICT USES AND A VETERINARIAN CLINIC WITH ENCLOSED KENNELS (LOCATED AT 8301 DAVIS BOULEVARD -1.1 ACRES) - ORDINANCE NO. 2827 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Nature of request is to rezone a site from "AG" Agricultural District to "O-1-NR-PD" for all Office District uses and a veterinarian clinic with enclosed kennels. A veterinary clinic without kennels is a permitted use in Office District, but when boarding kennels are added, the use requires "HC" Heavy Commercial zoning. Applicant has worked with staff and the request for NR-PD Non Residential Planned Development will ensure only office uses and the veterinary clinic as proposed by applicant. Applicant has requested a temporary waiver of the required site plan to a future date. All PD zoning must be accompanied by a site plan, landscape plan and building elevations. The applicant, as requested by staff, has provided a conceptual plan for council's review. Building Official Dave Pendley was available to answer questions from council. Mr. Rod Munsell, 6800 Ridgewood Drive, was available to answer questions from council. Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone wishing to comment on this request. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE No. 2827 AND ZC 2005-03. COUNCILMAN WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0. e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 7 9. SUP 2005-01 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM NORTH HILLS HOSPITAL FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SUP) TO UTILIZE A NON- APPROVED EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIAL (LOCATED AT 4401 BOOTH CALLOWAY ROAD) - ORDINANCE NO. 2828 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Nature of request is to consider applicant's request to use a standard grade EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finish System) in lieu of approved masonry materials as required by the zoning ordinance. Applicant will be adding two new stories to the existing four story building. Building Official Dave Pendley was available to answer questions from council. Mr. Pendley advised council the Fire Department would rather not have brick on the upper two floors and approves of the EIFS material. Mr. Pendley advised staff is in support of request,' but recommends reinforced EIFS be utilized. Mr. Charles Smith, applicant, as well as architect of project were available to answer questions from council. Council discussed EIFS materials and the comparison of standard grade and reinforced EIFS and the best location for each type. Mayor Trevino called for comments from those who were in favor of request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to speak against request to come forward. Mr. Robby Smith, 7805 Rogan Drive, advised council he was concerned with increased traffic and parking for the hospital. Mr. Smith asked the following questions: (1) if a traffic study has been conducted, (2) where will additional people park and (3) could city reduce speed limit on Booth Calloway. Mayor Trevino advised hospital is considering parking and referred speed limit change to City Manager Larry Cunningham. Mr. Cunningham suggested the hospital meet with home owners to discuss their plans for parking. Ms. Josie Sanchez, 7801 Rogan Drive, advised council she is not able to safely enter and exit her driveway. Ms. Sanchez asked the city to paint the curb red to deter hospital visitors from obstructing her view or erect a no parking sign. e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 8 There being no one else wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN LEWIS MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 2828 AS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. COUNCILWOMAN BIELlK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0. 10. SP 2005-01 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY LIFE CHURCH FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CHURCH ON LOT 1 BLOCK 1, HOUSE OF GRACE ADDITION (LOCATED AT 7850 DAVIS BOULEVARD -11.409 ACRES) APPROVED Nature of request is to consider applicant's request for a site plan approval for a new church to be located at 7850 Davis Boulevard. In 2001, House of Grace Church (previous name for Life Church) received site plan approval for a church facility at this site. The Zoning Ordinance requires that site plans must be acted upon within 18 months. The original site plan was not acted upon within 18 months and is no longer valid. New code regulations since the previous site plan approval have been taken into account in the site plan under consideration. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request on March 17,2005. Building Official Dave Pendley presented request and was available to answer questions. Public Works Director Mike Curtis also responded to questions from the Council. Council questioned and discussed access to the site, Davis Boulevard traffic and speed concerns, parking issues and signalization of the intersection. Council discussed the possible need to designate Northfield Drive as no parking and if the signalization of the intersection could be moved up. The Public Works Director Mike Curtis advised he could bring forward an ordinance for council consideration which would designate Northfield Drive as no parking. Mr. Wayne Flores of GSWW Engineers and Pastor Roger Lewis addressed city council concerns. Councilman Welch asked Mr. Lewis how soon the church would be able to acquire an access easement to the property to the north and if the church would have any objections to a motion that the site plan approval would be contingent on the church obtaining the access easement. e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 9 Mr. Lewis advised they would have no objections as they were in the process of obtaining the easement. COUNCILMAN WELCH MOVED TO APPROVE SP 2005-01 AND AT THE TIME THE APPUCANT SHALL PROVIDE TO THE CITY AN ACCESS EASEMENT TO THE NORTH TO COUNTRY PLACE,. WHICH IS THE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT TO THE NORTH, PRIOR TO THE CITY ISSUING A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY. COUNCILWOMAN BIEUK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0. 11. GN 2005-038 INTENT TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES WITH PROCEEDS OF FUTURE DEBT - RESOLUTION NO. 2005-035 APPROVED Nature of request is to approve resolution which would allow the City to reimburse ar:Jy 2005 bond project expenditures with 2006 bond proceeds. The Council at their March 7,2005 Pre-Council meeting heard management and staffs recommendation that the City not issue debt in 2005 based on the changes in the status of the bond sale projects. Staff further recommended that the projects be included in the 2006 bond sale, with the exception of the Tiburon pay-as-you-go project. The projects totaling $1,145,000 will all be started and completed as planned in the 2005 CIP budget. Staff advised council a resolution would be brought forward for their approval to authorize the ability to reimburse any 2005 project expenditures with 2006 bond proceeds. Any funds spent from cash reserves in 2005 would need to be reimbursed with the 2006 bond sale. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2005-038 AND RESOLUTION NO. 2005- 035. COUNCILWOMAN BIEUK SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0. 12. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Councilwoman Cox made the following announcements. Early voting for the May 7 City Council election will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays, April 20 through May 3, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 30. Early voting will take place at City Hall, 7301 N.E. Loop 820. Please bring your voter registration card with you. e e e City Council Minutes April 11, 2005 Page 10 The City of North Richland Hills continues its free concert series at Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Road. Join us for Empty Pockets on April 22 at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. For more information, call 817- 427-6614. Business Connections is a new program by the Economic Development Department to assist the local business community. Business ConneGtions can be called to find out information about the latest development in the City, plans and programs available for businesses, who to contact for interpretation of local ordinances and regulations, and any other business related issues. If you need assistance with your business, please remember to call Business Connections at 817-427-6094. Kudos Korner - Officer Bill Washington, Police Department - A letter was received from a North Richland Hills residents expressing gratitude for the helpfulness and genuine concern Officer Washington showed after her daughter's car accident. The resident said Officer Washington exemplified the standard of a perfect and excellent policeman. IR 2005-047 STAFF REPORT ON STATUS OF NEW LIBRARY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION (FOLLOW UP FROM MARCH 28, 2005 CITIZEN'S PRESENTATION) City Manager Larry Cunningham read letter addressed to John Propp in response to his inquiry at the last council meeting during citizen's presentation. 13. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Oscar Trevino - Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson - City Secretary ( " CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Council Meeting Date: 4/25/05 Subject: Approve Final Payment to Sharrock Electric, Inc. in the amount of $2,615.14 for the Glenview Drive at Dawn Drive Traffic Signal Installation Project Agenda Number: PAY 2005-003 This 2003 Bond Program project consisted of the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Glenview Drive and Dawn Drive. The project was awarded by Council on April 26, 2004, PU 2004-022 for $54,114.80 to Sharrock Electric, Inc. The project is now complete and the traffic signal is functioning as required. Recommendation: To approve final payment in the amount of $2,615.14 to Sharrock Electric, Inc. Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number ST0408 Sufficient Funds Äval a e . :l1~~tn Q..~. 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I I e~H-ÐRL k #" s~o ~;.>-1'YX 0 R S '-GR-S-8NY-X-EJR-S Scale: 1" = 800' 67 Dopartment of Information Sorvic.. "Geographic Information SYotomo (GIS) GIS file: cip1_street.doc Printer file: CIP STREETS . . . CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Police Department Council Meeting Date: 04/25/05 Subject: Approve Interlocal AQreement with Tarrant County for Agenda Number: GN 2005-039 Installation of Live Scan System for Jail Facility - Resolution No. 2005- 036 In August of 2004, the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office was awarded Congressionally Mandated Grant, Number 2004-DD-BX-1243, from the United States Department of Justice. This grant came about by the diligent efforts of Congresswoman Kay Granger for the purpose of providing automated fingerprint systems to seven cities within Tarrant County. This grant provides the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office with the ability to purchase, integrate and install an automated inkless fingerprint system known as "Live Scan" in the North Richland Hills Detention Facility and is valued at $70,000. The Live Scan system will be connected to the Texas Department of Public Safety Automated Fingerprint Identification System in Austin, Texas and will provide identification and incident information to the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office as well as the North Richland Hills Police Department. Included in this process will be the ability to link-up with the Police Department's TIBURON computer system to prevent the need for repetitive data entry. This system provides another valuable crime fighting tool to police officers and detention staff by providing the ability to positively identify arrested persons during the book-in process. Once this system is installed, all arrested persons will be electronically fingerprinted and those records will immediately be sent to the state and national crime information computers to verify the person's identity, check for warrants and prior criminal activity. The electronic availability of these records will also increase efficiency of criminal investigators. There will be no initial costs for the system due to the approved grant funding sources. In future years, a maintenance agreement will be needed to ensure the Live Scan system remains continually operational at an annual cost of approximately $6,000. To receive this resource Tarrant County has requested an Interlocal Agreement with the City of North Richland Hills to receive and use this equipment. This Interlocal Agreement has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2005- 036 Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds Available Budget Director ¿¡ ad Signature Page 1 of ...L . . e RESOLUTION NO. 2005- 036 WHEREAS, the North Richland Hills Police Department and the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office have tentatively approved an Interlocal Agreement for the installation and use of a "Live Scan" inkless fingerprint system by using grant funding awarded by the United States Department of Justice; and WHEREAS, the City of North Richland Hills, Texas has reviewed the Inkless Fingerprint System Interlocal Agreement; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, THAT the City Manager, be, and is hereby, authorized to execute the attached Inkless Fingerprint System Interlocal Agreement for the City of North Richland Hills, Texas. PASSED AND APPROVED this 25th day of April 2005. APPROVED: ATTEST: Oscar Trevino, Mayor City Secretary APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: . THE STATE OF TEXAS KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS COUNTY OF TARRANT AGREEMENT This Agreement is made and entered into this day of ,2005, by and between the County of Tarrant, acting herein by and through its governing body, the Commissioners Court, hereinafter referred to as County, and the City of North Richland Hills, hereinafter referred to as the City, both of Tarrant County, State of Texas, witnesseth: WHEREAS, each governing body, finds that the perfonnance of this agreement is in the common interest of both parties and that the undertaking will benefit the public; . WHEREAS, the County is the recipient of a United States Department of Justice, Congressionally Mandated Grant, Number 2004-DD-BX-1243 for the purpose of providing automated fingerprint systems to identified cities within the County; and WHEREAS, the City requires said equipment. NOW THEREFORE, the County and the City agree as follows: County agrees to provide the City title to a live scan inkless fingerprint system; the City agrees to use, manage and, if necessary, dispose of said equipment in accordance with the obligations and conditions imposed on recipients of this type of property as set forth in 28 CFR Part 66. By entering into this Agreement, the parties do not intend to create any obligations express or implied other than those set out herein; further, this Agreement shall not create any rights in any party not a signatory hereto. County and the City agree that County has no right under this contract to supervise or to direct the actual perfonnance of the City's employees as the City is an independent contractor. . . 20f2 Neither County nor any employee thereof is an agent of the City and neither the City nor any employee thereof is an agent of the County. This agreement do~s not and shall not be construed to entitle either party or any of their respective employees, if applicable, to any benefit, privilege or other amenities of employment by the other party. No person not a party to this contract may bring a cause of action pursuant to this contract as a third party beneficiary. This contract may not be interpreted to waive the sovereign immunity of any party to this contract to the extent such party may have immunity under Texas law. This contract may not be interpreted to create a joint venture between the parties to this Agreement. This agreement becomes effective when signed by the last party who~e signing makes the agreement fully executed and remains in force and effect until disposal of said equipment unless otherwise tenninated. TARRANT COUNTY CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS . Tom Vandergriff County Judge Larry Cunningham City Manager Date: Date: APPROVED AS TO FORM APPROVED AS TO FORM AND ~ City Attorney Assistant District Attorney ATTEST: ATTEST: County Clerk(Designee) City Secretary . '- CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Council Meeting Date: 4/25/05 Subject: Award of Bid to Sharrock Electric, Inc. in the amount of Agenda Number: PW 2005-005 $298,145.25 for the Traffic Signal Light Communication System Project and Revise the 2004/05 Capital Improvements Budget This project will consist of upgrading specific traffic signals to a Spread Spectrum Traffic Signal Communication System. This system is a radio communication system that will allow the Public Works Department to monitor the operation of a specific traffic signal from the Service Center. Twenty-five (25) traffic signals are located on State highways and 14 are located on City streets. The system will also include new signal timing plans which will decrease delay time for motorists traveling along Davis Boulevard and Grapevine Highway. Bids for the project were received on January 5, 2005, and are shown below. Bidder Sharrock Electric, Inc. J&V Communications Durable Specialties Amount $298,145.25 $329,349.00 $477,720.00 The bid proposals were sent to TxDOT for their review and recommendation. The bid proposal from Sharrock Electric, Inc. was approved by TxDOT and meets TxDOT and the City's approval. The low bid of $298,145.25 is approximately $20,000 over the amount of funds that staff had budgeted in the 2003/2004 Capital Projects Budget for construction. Also, after reviewing the bids the maximum eligible grant appears to only be $208,000 out of the $218,000 approved. The table below summarizes the required funding for this project. Grant City Funds Previously Approved $218,000 60.000 $278.000 Proposed $208,000 91.000 $299.000 Difference ($10,000) 31 .000 $ 21.000 Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other ¥ Account Number ST0205 Sufficient Funds Ävallable -/~",,-~ Finance Director :h/t~LJ C'^-~- Department Head Signature \. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS The table indicates that the City will need to add an additional $31,000 to the $60,000 previously planned for the project. The City's total share will be $91,000 and the apparent maximum grant $208,000. The grant has a stipulation that the project must be funded by the City up front and then be reimbursed by TxDOT when completed. The City has several reasonable options. We can reject all bids due to budget constraints. The original scope of the project could then be reduced to a limit that fits within the available funds. The project could be bid again with the reduced scope. The City could also elect to award the project with the understanding that a change order would be submitted to Council in the near future that would reduce the "scope of the project" to fit within the approved funding. The contractor has provided written confirmation of their intention to take this approach if that is the option preferred by Council. The third option would be to use $31,000 from the Unspecified Street account to fund the additional $31,000. This account consists of project savings from previously completed projects. The 2004/2005 Capital Projects Budget could then be revised to reflect this change. Staff would recommend this option due to the importance of the project in improving traffic flow and minimizing traffic congestion in the City. Recommendation: To award the bid to Sharrock Electric, Inc. in the amount of $298,145.25 and revise the 2004/05 Capital Improvement Projects Budget as shown on the attached budget revision form. CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM Page _of _ Budget Category Capital Projects . Traffic Light Communication System (2003) ST0205 PROJECT DESCRIPTION & JUSTIFICATION This is a Spread Spectrum System designed to monitor 39 signal locations throuhgout the City from the Public Works Service Center. Purchase and implementation of a Spread Spectrum radio system would allow the Public Works Department to monitor the operation of specific traffic signal lights from the service center office area. Public Works has 3 times-base- coordinated traffic signal systems. Crew personnel must vist each signal location (39 different locations) update and troubleshoot malfunctions. This causes a lot of delays in operation and increases in overtime spending by having to visit Note: The $150,000 shown as "reserves" represent funding from the General Fund Pay-as-you-go Reserves. PROJECT STATUS Original 2004/2005 Original 2004/2005 Start Date Revision End Date Revision Engineering 04/2003 04/2003 06/2003 06/2004 Construction 06/2003 06/2005 10/2003 10/2005 REVISION EX PLANA TION The "construction" estimates came in higher than the preliminary estimates developed by the engineer during the preparation of the budget. The funding source and project expenditures are changed to reflect the additional cost. . FINANCIAL DATA 2004/2005 Total Funding Source Amount to 2004/2005 Revised Remaining Project Date Adopted Budget Balance Cost Prior Funding Allocations: Reserves $150,155 $0 $150,155 TXDOT Grant Proceeds $218,000 ($10,000) $208,000 Proposed Funding Allocations: Unspecified Project Savings $0 $31,000 $31,000 0 Total $368,155 $0 $21.000 $0 $389,155 Project Expenditures Engineering/Professional Services $90,000 $0 $0 $0 $90,000 Right-of-Way 0 0 0 0 0 Construction 278,000 0 21,000 0 299,000 Other 155 155 Total $368.155 $0 $21,000 $0 $389,155 IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET Description of impact. . Annual Operating Impact Pro"ected . J LP~ J JvL23~ /~~~Ift) HI'! r F íÍ? 22 G " 0 - rrcMbl ~ I -' / II - = r-, J ~ - - rth~~~' ~ ~ ~ -h11I---- '~~.. 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North Tarrant Parkway 22. Super Target Entrance 23. Precinct Line Road . Precinct Line Road: 24. North Tarrant Parkway IH 820: 25. Holiday Lane City Traffic Sianal Liahts: . 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Mid Cities Boulevard @ Smithfield Road Mid Cities Boulevard @ Holiday Lane Mid Cities Boulevard @ Tecnol Boulevard Mid Cities Boulevard @ Home Depot Entrance Rufe Snow Drive @ Meadow Lakes Drive Glenview Drive @ Rufe Snow Drive Glenview Drive at Vance Road Holiday Lane @ Lola Drive Holiday Lane @ Dick Lewis Drive Holiday Lane @ Trinidad Drive Holiday Lane @ Industrial Park Boulevard Industrial Park Boulevard @ Browning Drive Smithfield Road @ Starnes Road Smithfield Road @ Chapman Road ~ ,,',. " V''.' ~ CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Council Meeting Date: 4/25/05 Subject: Approve 2005 Preventive Street Maintenance Proqram Agenda Number: GN 2005-040 A CIP Committee Meeting chaired by Councilman Tim Welch, was conducted on April 18, 2005. At the meeting, the Public Works Department staff presented the 2005 Preventive Street Maintenance Program. The program being recommended by the committee will consist of asphalt overlay (15 streets), slurry seal (22 streets), and crack seal (43 streets). Attached you will find a listing of the streets being recommended. The streets identified to be overlaid are generally the streets that have the lowest condition rating. Public Works staff has looked at the streets with the lowest condition rating and made a determination as to which streets are eligible for a 2" HMAC Overlay. Staff also considered budget and the rate of pavement deterioration to develop the recommended list of streets to be overlaid. Staff will provide a summary of the program during the Council Meeting. The total estimated cost of the program being recommended is $574,843. City Council approved $600,000 in the 2004/2005 Capital Projects Budget. 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'Ir_._~ 1.'0' "'-<- 2 Inch HMAC Overlay by City Staff 18 MAR 05 g15_0509 PW Overlay_2005.mxd Prepared tor Public Works by Information ServIces _ GIS CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2005 SLURRY SEAL STREET LISTING JAMIE RENEE LANE 27 x 1462 4,386 4,386 $7,237,00 $7,237,00 $7,237,00 Parkview Drive/Holida Lane 2 WESTCLIFF DRIVE 27 x 500 1,500 5,886 $2,475.00 $2,475,00 $9,712,00 Central Avenue/Parkview Drive 3 PARKVIEW DRIVE 27 x 850 2,550 8,436 $4,208.00 $4,208.00 $13,920,00 Cha man RoadlWestliff Drive 4 SABLE DRIVE 27 x 250 750 9.186 $1,238,00 $1,238.00 $15,158.00 Brandi Place/Sable Lane 5 CENTRAL AVENUE 27 x 1800 5,400 14,586 $8,910,00 $8,910.00 $24,068.00 Sable Lane/Cha man Road 6 OLD HICKORY DRIVE 27 x 500 1,500 16,086 $2,475,00 $2,475.00 $26,543.00 Smithfield Road/Covent Circle 7 CIRCLE DRIVE 27 x 475 1,983 18,069 $3,27200 $3,272.00 $29,815,00 Susan Lee Lane/Dead-End 8 BUENOS AIRES DRIVE 27 x 3100 9,300 27,369 $15,345.00 $15,345,00 $45,160.00 Caracas Drive/Rufe Snow Drive 9 MEADOW CREST DRIVE 27 x 1471 4.413 31,782 $7,28100 $7,281.00 $52,441,00 Meadow Oak Drive/Rufe Snow Drive 10 GLENGARRY COURT 27 x 324 1,530 33,312 $2,525.00 $2,525,00 $54,966,00 Diamond Loch Drive WestlCul-de-Sacs 11 CAMELOT COURT 27 x 169 1,065 34,377 $1,757.00 $1,757.00 $56,723.00 Diamond Loch Drive WestlCul-de-Sac 12 KING ARTHUR COURT 27 x 366 1,656 36,033 $2,732.00 $2,732,00 $59,455,00 Glenview Drive/Cul-de-Sac 13 GLENWOOD DRIVE 27 x 900 2,700 38,733 $4,455,00 $4,455,00 $63,910.00 Sunrise Drive/Sunset Road ARBORBROOK DRIVE 27 x 700 2,100 40,833 $3,465.00 $3,465.00 $67,375.00 Sunrise Drive/Sunset Road 15 JOHNSON AVENUE 27 x 300 900 41,733 $1,485.00 $1,485,00 $68,860,00 Abbott Avenue/Price Drive 16 JOHNSON COURT 27 x 85 813 42,546 $1,342,00 $1.342,00 $70,202.00 Price Drive/Cul-de-Sac 17 RANDLE DRIVE 27 x 500 1,500 44,046 $2,475.00 $2,475,00 $72,677.00 Booth Callowa Road/Ashmore Drive 18 CHARLES STREET 27 x 657 1,971 46,017 $3,252.00 $3,252,00 $75,929,00 On x Drive South/Jerrell Street 19 BILLIE FAYE DRIVE 27 x 1500 4,650 50,667 $7,673,00 $7,673,00 $83,602.00 On x Drive South/On x Drive North 20 PARKWOOD DRIVE 27 x 900 2,700 53,367 $4,455,00 $4,455.00 $88,057,00 Meadowview Terrace/Crosstimbers Lane 21 DARIN STREET 27 x 200 600 53,967 $990.00 $990,00 $89,047.00 Irish Drive/Ulster Drive 22 ASHMORE DRIVE 27 x 1600 4,800 58,767 $7,920,00 $7,920.00 $96,967.00 Ro an Drive/Glenview Drive TOTAL 92,446 58,767 $96,967.00 $96,967.00 $96,967.00 . 2005 Slurry Seal Program 4/11/2005 r " . ¡ !' ! ~ --.---.-.---~E.1.Oœ.82af_ _._.. 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City of North Rich/and Hills Public Works/Street Division Preliminary Crack Sea/ Listing 4/8/2005 1 Clift Street All 2 Walter Street All 3 Jean Ann Drive Susan Lee Lane - Crestwood Circle West 4 Bogart Drive Holiday Lane - College Circle 5 Payte Lane Turner Drive - End 6 Kristina Lane Bursey Road - End 7 Kim Lane Kristina Lane - Hunter Lane 8 Victoria Avenue Redondo Street - Holiday Lane West 9 Briley Drive Blaney Avenue - Cummings Drive 10 Scruggs Drive Glenview Drive - Grapevine Highway 11 Daytona Drive Scruggs Drive - Flory Street 12 Flory Street Glenview Drive - Grapevine Highway 13 Jerrell Street Rogene Street - Rufe Snow Drive . 14 Venice Street Onyx Drive South - Onyx Drive North 15 Diamond Loch Drive East All 16 Diamond Loch Drive West All 17 Castle Combe Place Suncrest Court - Devonshire Drive 18 Joreen Drive Maplewood Avenue - Grove Street 19 Standley Street Colorado Boulevard - Grove Street 20 Bob Drive Harwood Road - Colorado Boulevard 21 Havana Drive Buenos Aires Drive - Trinidad Drive 22 Cancun Drive Trinidad Drive - Buenos Aires Drive 23 Lewis Court Dick Lewis Drive - Meadow Crest Drive 24 Mackey Drive Victoria Avenue - Riviera Drive 25 Georgia Avenue Redondo Street - Rufe Snow Drive 26 Oliver Drive Redondo Street - Rufe Snow Drive 27 Keeter Drive Glenview Drive - End 28 Shady Grove Road Buckner Lane - East of Indian Knoll Trail . 29 Shady Grove Road 8463 Shady Grove Road - Steeple Ridge Drive 30 Kandy Lane Bursey Road - Continental Trail C:\Documents and Settings\smurphy\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\OLK7AD\2005 Crack Seal List . City of North Rich/and Hills Public Works/Street Division Preliminary Crack Sea/ Listing 4/8/2005 31 Lincoln Lane Windhaven Road - Dead End 32 Hickory Hollow Lane Douglas Lane - Crosstimbers Lane 33 Hunter Lane Continental Trail - Kim Lane 34 Green Acres Drive Crosstimbers Lane - Meadowview Terrace 35 Northfield Drive Rumfield Road - Northfield Park 36 Wood Creek Court Riviera Drive - Cul-de-Sac 37 Oakfield Corner Court Windhaven Road - Dead End 38 Ford Drive Terrell Drive - Kirk Lane 39 Morgan Circle Glenview Drive - Mackey Drive 40 Dawn Drive Onyx Drive South - 3712 Dawn Drive 41 Dent Road Denton Highway - North Hills Drive 42 Finian Lane Park Entrance - Emerald Hills Way . 43 Riviera Drive Lariat Trail - Shady Lake Drive . C:\Documents and Settings\smurphylLocal SettingslTemporary Internet Files\OLK7AD\2005 Crack Seal List .' CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council Meeting Date: 4/25/2005 Subject: Approve Adoption of the New "Code of Ordinances" - Ordinance No. 2829 Agenda Number: GN 2005-041 In April 2002 the City began the process of working with Municipal Code Corporation to recodify the City's Code of Ordinances. The City's ordinances were originally codified in 1975, updated in 1984, and further updated with supplement publications from 1984 until June 2003. The City has worked closely with Municipal Code in their review of the existing Code to identify conflicts, inconsistencies and obsolete provisions in conjunction with any mandated state or federal legislation affecting the Code. The City also reviewed the Code for the inclusion of any ordinances that had not been previously been made a part of the City's Code of Ordinances. The new Code when completed would include the general ordinances of the City. The initial project however, did not inc,lude codifying the zoning ordinances of the City. Funding to codify the City's zoning ordinances was approved in the 2003-04 budget and in April 2004 the City began working to cÒdify all current zoning ordinances. The completion of the two projects has resulted in two volumes - one volume containing the Charter and Code of General Ordinances and a second volume containsing the Building and Land Use Regulations. The last step in the codification process is for the City Council to adopt the new "Code of Ordinances" by ordinance. After adoption by Council, the City's new Code of Ordinances will be available for public use in the Library in hard copy format as well as electronically on the city's website. Recommendation: To approve Ordinance No. 2829 Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds ÄvallaDle ø{)./&a~ ~ Department Head Signature Finance Director P::!m> 1 nf 1 , e ORDINANCE NO. 2829 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AND ENACTING A NEW CODE FOR THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CERTAIN ORDINANCES NOT INCLUDED THEREIN; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE MANNER OF AMENDING SUCH CODE; AND PROVIDING WHEN SUCH CODE AND THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: Section 1. The Code entitled "Code of Ordinances, City of North Richland Hills, Texas," publishe9 by Municipal Code Corporation, consisting of chapters 1 through 118, each inclusive, is adopted. Section 2. All ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted on or before February 14, 2005, and not included in the Code or recognized and e continued in force by reference therein, are repealed. Section 3. The repeal provided for in section 2 hereof shall not be construed to revive any ordinance or part thereof that has been repealed by a subsequent ordinance that is repealed by this ordinance. Section 4. Unless another penalty is expressly provided, every person convicted of a violation of any provision of the Code or any ordinance, rule or police regulation adopted or issued in pursuance thereof shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $500; provided, however the penalty for the violation of a rule, ordinance or police regulation that governs fire safety, zoning or public health or sanitation, including dumping of refuse, shall be a fine not exceeding $2,000. Each act of violation and each day upon which any such violation shall continue e Ordinance No, 2829 Page 1 of 3 I e or occur shall constitute a separate offense. The penalty provided by this section, unless another penalty is expressly provided shall apply to the amendment of any Code section, whether or not such penalty is reenacted in the amendatory ordinance. In addition to the penalty prescribed above, the city may pursue other remedies such as abatement of nuisances, injunctive relief, administrative adjudication and revocation of licenses or permits. Section 5. Additions or amendments to the Code when passed in such form as to indicate the intention of the city council to make the same a part of the Code shall be deemed to be incorporated in the Code, so that reference to the Code includes the additions and amendments. Section 6. Ordinances adopted after February 14, 2005, that amend or e refer to ordinances that have been codified in the Code shall be construed as if they amend or refer to like provisions of the Code. Section 7. This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage. Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas this 25th day of April, 2005. APPROVED: Mayor e Ordinance No. 2829 Page 2 of 3 I e ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: George A. Staples, City Attorney e e Ordinance No. 2829 Page 3 of 3 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Council Meeting Date: 4/25/05 Subject: Approve Water Conservation and Emerqency Water Agenda Number: GN 2005-042 Demand/Drought Contingency Plan - Ordinance No. 2830 Revisions to Chapter 288 of Title 30, Texas Administrative Code, "Water Conservation Plans, Drought Contingency Plans, Guidelines and Requirements" became effective on October 7, 2004. The revised Chapter 288 Rules require the City of North Richland Hills, as a wholesale water provider and customer to revise its water conservation plans and drought contingency plans. The revised plans are to be submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) no later than May 1, 2005. Staff has updated the Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand Management Plan (Ordinance No. 2399, approved by Council 8/9/99, GN 99-77) to meet the requirements of Chapter 288 of Title 30, Texas Administrative Code. A summary of the updates/changes is shown below with the corresponding page number in the new plan. Staff will also present these changes to Council during the meeting. · A Drought Contingency Plan has been included in Chapter 3 - Emergency Water Demand Management (page 12). · Water service area and population information has been updated per latest population projections (page 3). · Water conservation goals have been included and defined as recommended by the Texas Water Conservation Implementation Task Force (pages 5-7). · Additional conservation efforts have been included (page 8). · Added the Wholesale Customer Information section (Chapter 2, Section 3.0, page 9). · Updated the Emergency Water Demand Management section (Chapter 3) to include goals of water reduction per stage of water rationing (pages 12-16). Per the TCEQ requirements, staff published a legal notice in the Fort Worth Star Telegram stating that the proposed plan was available at the North Richland Hills Library for review and comment and that the City would accept public comments on the plan through April 22, 2005. The same notice was posted on the City's website. Recommendation: To approve Ordinance No. 2830. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Account Number Sufficient Funds Ävallable hC~ C'~ Departmen Head Signature ~ Finance Director ~ ~ B,dg.to;Æcto' cóý Ma· .. ·gnature if Page 1 of _ . . 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 .23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 . ORDINANCE NO. 2830 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 78-62 OF THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CODE OF ORDINANCES; APPROVING AND ADOPTING A WATER CONSERVATION AND EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND/DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN; ESTABLISHING THE AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE ELEMENTS OF THE PLAN; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the State of Texas has promulgated regulations requiring replacement ofthe City's current water conservation and emergency water demand management plan with the Water Conservation and Emergency Water DemandlDrought Contingency Plan attached hereto; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: SECTION 1: That Sec. 78-62 of the North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: "Sec. 78-62. Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand/Drought Contingency Plan adopted. (a) Plan adopted. The City of North Richland Hills, Texas hereby adopts the Water Conservation and Emergency Water DemandIDrought Contingency Plan attached hereto. i I II I' I (b) Trigger conditions and actions. The Water Conservation and Emergency Water DemandlDrought Contingency Plan establishes certain drought trigger conditions and actions to be taken by the citizens of the City of North Richland Hills during the stages of defined drought conditions. I I I ¡ I ,I II ï I (c) Authority to define trigger conditions, take appropriate action. This ordinance authorizes the City Manager, or his/her duly appointed representative, to define the trigger condition as detailed in the adopted Water Conservation and Emergency Water DemandIDrought Contingency Plan, to upgrade or downgrade the condition, to initiate the appropriate actions as detailed in the adopted Plan, and to terminate the condition when the emergency has ended. (d) Procedures, rules and regulations. The City Manager, or the City Manager's duly appointed representative, shall have the authority to enact and promulgate rules and regulations if necessary to protect health and safety in case of system failure. Ordinance No, 2830 . .1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 .3 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 . (e) Posting of procedures; violations. The prescribed procedures to protect the health and safety of the citizens shall be promulgated by posting in three public places within the City of the procedures shall be binding upon all water customers of the North Richland Hills Water System. Any customer violating any posted procedure, limitation or ban shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and fined not in excess of $500.00. Each day the violation shall be a separate offense. (f) Duration of authority. The authority established by this section shall remain in effect until repealed or amended by the city council." SECTION 2: This ordinance shall become effective May 1, 2005. PASSED AND APPROVED this 25th day of April, 2005. Oscar Trevino, Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary S TO FORM AND LEGALITY: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: I I i II I I I: II II . , tutj( C~' Mike Curtis, Public Works Director Ordinance No. 2830 II . I .. · · · , NORTH RICHLAND HILLS WATER CONSERVATION & EMERGENCY WATER DEMANDI DROUGHT CONTINGENCY PLAN MAY 2005 . . . TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION...................... .................................... ..Page 1 Planning Area and Project Description..................................................Page 1 Utility Evaluation Data....................................................·....··..·..· ........Page 1 Program GoaL...............................................................·........·..· ....... Page 1 Public Information................................................................· ..............Page 2 CHAPTER 2 - WATER CONSERVATION PLAN...................................... Page 3 1.0. Utility Profile...............................................···.....·..·..·..· ......Page 3 Table 1-1: 2005 Pumping Capacity.........................................Page 3 Figure 1-1: Service Area Map................................................Page 4 1.1. Conservation Goals........................................................ ..... Page 5 Table 1-2: Table of Conservation Goals..................................Page 5 1.2. Metering....................................................................... ...... Page 6 Table 1-3: Distribution of Meters and Sizes.............................Page 6 1.3. System Water Audit........................................................ ..... Page 6 1.4. Public Education.............................................................. ...Page 7 1.5. Water Rate Structure..................................................... .......Page 7 Table 1-4: Rate Structure.................................................. ....Page 7 1.6.1mplementation and Enforcement.. ................................. ........Page 7 1.7. Reservoir Operations Plan................................................. ..Page 7 1.8 Regional Water Planning Groups...........................................Page 7 2.0 Leak Detection and Repair.................................................... Page 8 2.1 Record Management.. ... ........................... ...... ... ..... ......... .....Page 8 2.2 Wholesale Water Supply....................................................... Page 8 2.3 Water Conserving Plumbing Fixtures..................................... Page 8 2.4 Pressure Control and Pressure Reduction..............................Page 8 2.5 Landscape Water Management..............................................Page 8 2.6 Annual Audit..................................................................·. ...Page 8 3.0 Wholesale Customer Information...................................... .....Page 9 3.1 Conservation Goals.......................... ................................... Page 10 Table 1-5: Wholesale Customer Goals....................................Page 10 3.2 Measurement, Monitoring, and Metering.................................Page 10 3.3 New Wholesale Contracts................ ...................... ............ ...Page 10 3.4 Reservoir Operations Plan.................................................. ..Page 10 3.5 Implementation and Enforcement..........................................Page 10 4.0 Coordination.................................................................... ...Page 11 . . . CHAPTER 3 - EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND MANAGEMENT................Page 12 Trigger Conditions..............................................·........·······..·..· ...Page 12 Emergency Water Demand Management Measures with Exceptions.. Page 13 Information and Education.................................................·..·..· ....Page 17 Initiation Procedures...........................................·.......··..····..·.. ....Page 17 Termination Notification.................................................·..··....·.. ..Page 17 Means of Implementation..........................................................· ...Page 17 Variance Provisions..........................................................·..·..· ....Page 17 Appendix A - Letters to Wholesale Customers Appendix B - Letters to the City of Fort Worth and TRA Appendix C - Utility Evaluation Form Appendix D - Water Saving Method . . . bty of North Rich/and Hills Water ConselVation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION This document outlines the City of North Richland Hills' Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand Management/Drought Contingency Plan. The objective of the conservation program is to reduce the quantity required for each water using activity, insofar as is practical, through the implementation of efficient water use practices. The Emergency Water Demand Management Plan provides procedures for voluntary and mandatory actions to be put into effect to temporarily reduce the demand placed upon the City's water supply system during a water shortage emergency. Emergency water demand management procedures include conservation, but may also include prohibition of certain uses. Both programs are tools that the City will have available to operate effectively in all situations. Plannina Area and Project Description The planning area is the total area within the city limits of North Richland Hills and Watauga, which is approximately 22.5 square miles. The project is the total water system owned by the Cities of North Richland Hills and Watauga, which distribute potable water to all customers within the planning area. Currently, the population of this service area is approximately 85,000 people. Utility Evaluation Date A detailed summary of utility evaluation data is included in Appendix C. Appendix C will be updated annually and submitted to the Fort Worth Water Department in October for the prior one-year period, October 1 through September 30. Proaram Goal The objective of a water conservation plan is to reduce the per capita consumption of water, a finite resource. Many communities throughout the United States have used conservation measures to successfully cope with various water and wastewater problems. Reductions in water use of as much as 25 percent have been achieved, but the normal range is from 5 to 15 percent. As a result of reduced water use, wastewater flows have also been reduced by 5 to 10 percent. It is anticipated that implementation of this Plan will result in a reduction in per capita water consumption. The City of North Richland Hills goal is to reduce per capita water consumption by 1 percent each year until an ultimate goal of 110 gallons per capita per day is met. Page 1 . . . tity of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan The City provides an opportunity for public involvement by the following means: Public Involvement . The City will provide written notice of the proposed plan using the Fort Worth Star Telegram Public Notice page and provide a sample document for review and comment at North Richland Hills Library. . Provide a copy of the plan on the City of North Richland Hills web page with emai address for comments. Page 2 , ~ , . . . ~ of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . CHAPTER 2 - WATER CONSERVATION PLAN 1. Utility Profile Water System North Richland Hills served approximately 65,000 residents in 2004 with the population expected to exceed 70,000 in 2020. In addition, North Richland Hills provides treated water to the City of Watauga with a current estimated population of 23,800 and is expected to exceed 24,500 by 2020. North Richland Hills purchases treated water from two (2) wholesale providers, the City of Fort Worth and the Trinity River Authority Northern Region and distributes water through a series of five (5) ground storage facilities, and four (4) elevated storage facilities resulting in a total storage capability of 16.5 million gallons and an estimated pumping capacity of 39 million gallons/day (MGD). Table 1-1: 2005 Pumping Capacity Pump Station 7699 Airport Freewav 5105 Western Center Blvd. 4145 Stanley Keller Rd. 6105 Davis Blvd. 1101 Glade Rd. Station Capability (MGD) 8.0 12.0 10.0 0.61 9.0 Wastewater System The North Richland Hills wastewater collection system is comprised of nearly 233 miles of various size and types of sewer mains. The service area is approximately 18.5 square miles and collects an average of 6.2 million gallons per day. All wastewater treatment is performed by the City of Fort Worth or Trinity River Authority Northern Region through contracted wholesale customer service. Following is a map of North Richland Hills and Watauga which comprise the entire service area for North Richland Hills' water distribution system. Page 3 . . . "City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan ri j ! " /'" ",...-/ ;--f ~í / I (" J I~l_ t ........4>,. NORTH RICH LAND HILLS 1 inch equals approx. 4000 feet : Figure 1-1 Page 4 · · · · ~ity of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . 1.1 Conservation Goals North Richland Hills will implement a combination of different measures that will promote conservation throughout the residential and industrial community. Through distribution of educational and promotional material as well as performing a comprehensive water audit, the City intends to realize a reduction of 1 % per capita per day (GPCD), per year as sought through Senate Bill 1094 and recommended by The Texas Water Conservation Implementation Task Forces. Table 1-2: Table of Conservation Goals NRH Population Watauga Population Total Population Total Wat. Use (GPCD) Residential Use (GPCD) 2000 55,635 21 ,908 77,543 148 118 2015 68,532 24,177 92,709 109 86 2005 61,000, 23,000 84,000 121 96 2010 65,686 23,800 89,486 115 91 (The goals projected in the preceding table are based on annual average rainfall and assumed demographic changes.) Currently estimated unaccounted for water ranges from 6-10%. Through detailed water auditing and the Meter Replacement Program the City expects to see a reduction in unaccounted for water. North Richland Hills will continue to promote water conservation techniques through the methods listed below as well as monitor technology for changes for possible implementation of new water saving measures. · Building requirements as specified in the International Plumbing Code Manual. · Promotion of landscape and design that focuses on vegetation that acclimates well to the weather conditions common to this area such as Texas Smartscape. · Development and distribution of educational material providing various ways to reduce water needs and waste. Page 5 . . . 'City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . 1.2 Meterina Table 1-3 below illustrates the size and distribution of meters throughout North Richland Hills. Table 1-3: Distribution of Meters and Sizes %" 17,517 1" 1,229 1.5" 80 2" 672 3" 59 4" 16 6" 5 Total count = 19,578 Meter Calibration and Replacement North Richland Hills has four (4) main points of entry. Three (3) from the City of Fort Worth and one (1) from Trinity River Authority. Each point of entry contains a master meter that is the property of the wholesale provider and by contract will be tested and calibration insured no less than once per year. Because Watauga is a wholesale customer of North Richland Hills, metering devices are installed at Watauga's points of entry and testing and maintenance is performed by North Richland Hills or testing and calibration services contracted by North Richland Hills. The City currently has a Meter Replacement Program implemented based on replacement of each meter and transponder at least every ten (10) years. In addition to age replacement, meters are also evaluated based on usage. Meters suspected of inaccurately reading are replaced. Meters reading unusually high or low, erratically or not reading any flow are investigated each billing cycle. Physical investigation and replacement helps North Richland Hills monitor and reduce unaccounted for water. In addition, all City owned facilities are metered to insure accuracy when comparing wholesale purchases vs. water distributed and sold. 1.3 System Water Audit North Richland Hills continually performs auditing measures to insure no substantial water losses occur without investigation. Continuous monitoring of unaccounted for water allows the City to work with real information collected each month and determine average percentages of loss. The City will continue to investigate methods for tracking water loss and implement new methods found to be cost effective and more reliable. Page 6 . . . 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 1.4 Public Education North Richland Hills currently provides water conservation tips through the City's monthly newsletter distributed with water bills, on the City's web page and through information provided at the initiation of service. The City will also provide a representative on request for public functions through the school district, homeowners associations and social groups. North Richland Hills will work closely in the future with wholesale water providers and other regional agencies to develop cost-effective public education programs. 1.5 Water Rate Structure The City of North Richland Hills rate structure is provided in Table 1-4 below: Table 1-4: Rate Structure Meter size Minimum Volume (CCF) Minimum Bill Water Rates Water Pass Through %" 1" 2" 4" 6" 267 345 1,300 4,000 10,000 $9.00 $12.60 $46.82 $144.06 $369.29 Minimum charge + 2.45 per 100 cu. ft. over minimum $0.3281 x total consumption As indicated in Table 1-4, this is a non-promotional rate plan and does not encourage excessive water use with reduced rates. North Richland Hills will continue consideration of various rate plans to insure cost- effectiveness and compliance with State regulations. 1.6 Implementation and Enforcement The City has a restrictive plan with quantified goals and benchmarks for specific drought stages. Each level of drought contingency provides for escalated enforcement. 1.7 Reservoir Operations Plan This requirement is not applicable to the City of North Richland Hills. 1.8 Reaional Water Plannina Groups As a wholesale customer of Fort Worth and Trinity River Authority, the City of North Richland Hills participates in each entity's short term and long term planning. In addition, North Richland Hills consistently participates in Texas Water Development Board (TRWD) and Regional Water Planning Group (Region C) inquiries and reporting. In addition, a copy of the North Richland Hills plan has been submitted to both wholesale providers. Page 7 ·City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . Section 2: Additional Conservation Efforts 2.0 Leak Detection and Repair North Richland Hills currently tracks water loss through auditing and visual inspection of the distribution system and facilities. Any suspected leaks that require specialized equipment are located through contractors specializing in this field. The City will continue to monitor industry trends and insure that cost-effective, Best Management Practices are used in prospective conservation efforts. 2.1 Record Management The City has the ability to generate comprehensive class based monthly and annual reports with the current billing system. 2.2 Wholesale Water Supply The City of Watauga is North Richland Hills' only wholesale customer and is contractually obligated to develop and implement a conservation plan that meets applicable TCEQ Water Conservation Plan requirements. The City has provided a copy of its Plan to the City of Watauga. . 2.3 Water Conserving Plumbing Fixtures North Richland Hills complies with the U.S. Energy Policy Act of 1992 (Public Law 102-846,106 Stat. 2776, 102D Congress, Oct. 24,1992) which includes requirements for maximum water use allowed for toilets, urinals, showerheads and faucets. 2.4 Pressure Control and Pressure Reduction The City has recently completed a system operations assessment which included a system pressure study. Collected data will be assembled and evaluated for possible operational adjustments that could reduce pressures subsequently reducing the number of leaks. In addition, pressure reducing valves are being considered for locations within the water system. 2.5 Landscape Water Managements North Richland Hills will continue to actively promote the use of native vegetation for landscaping both public and private consistent with the Texas Smartscape program. 2.6 Annual Audit . The City will continue to perform system-wide audits on an annual basis to monitor the effectiveness of implemented measures of the conservation plan. Page 8 · · · . City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan Section 3: Wholesale Water Suppliers 3.0 Wholesale Customer Information The City of Watauga is North Richland Hills' only wholesale customer. Watauga used 899.5 million gallons in 2003-04 and is not a wastewater customer of North Richland Hills. /- ~/ J (I ,: \.----1 \ i I t l \I!~ Y/L I L j '.T-. Ii! /' ¡ " i i í / I ,i A ' 1. --i fL{~~1 l1 tr-cr-' ~ \ / _-, I í~ /....., i \ (~ ¡ \ \! ..............~............ '--,. --'--- \ \"-..../ \.) ----..i ;,ì !__~.~. : \ \ I \ ,,,.--r--¡L---- ¡, // __L__I.._..y/ 1 / '",. ¡/---., , I / I ( /:=jl ",--./ i r Ii! ~....__J i \ J I \ ¡ \ ¡ j '--1-.+.+-.) I I ...-!-./ \ ( \ NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 1 iooh equals appm'. 4000 feet : Page 9 . . . . City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 3.1 Conservation Goals The City encourages wholesale customers to develop and implement conservation plans which reduce water use consistent with or within 10% of those developed by North Richland Hills. The City does not expect its wholesale customer to develop a plan that exceeds the plan developed by itself. However, it is expected that wholesale customers actively pursue a reduction in water use through conservation practices. Table 1-5 below reflects the recommended goals for customer cities. Table 1-5: Wholesale Customer Goals Total GPCD Residential GPCD 91 86 *Unaccounted for Water 10% 9% By 2010 By 2015 115 109 * The current method of measurement for unaccounted for water is in percentage lost. However, North Richland Hills is considering other more reliable auditing methods for future analysis. 3.2 Measurement, Monitoring, and Metering The City will maintain records of Watauga's water use and provide monthly readings of all metering devices installed at Watauga's points of entry. 3.3 New Wholesale Contracts North Richland Hills requests that Watauga provide copies of their Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans as well as system audit information. This information will be required in any new contracts developed with wholesale customers specified in Texas Administrative Code (TAC) , Title 30, Chapter 288. 3.4 Reservoir Operations Plan This section does not apply to the City of North Richland Hills or its customer city. 3.5 Implementation and Enforcement A copy of the ordinance indicating official adoption of the plan is attached. Page 10 . . . 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan Section 4: Coordination 4.0 Coordination with City of Fort Worth, Trinity River Authority (TRA) and Wholesale Customers Appendix A includes letters sent to wholesale customers along with a copy of this plan. Appendix B includes a copy of the letters sent to the City of Fort Worth and TRA along with this plan. Page 11 'City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . CHAPTER 3 - EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND MANAGEMENT Drought or a number of other uncontrollable circumstances can disrupt normal availability of the City's water supply. Even though the City may have an adequate water supply, the supply could become contaminated, or a disaster could destroy the supply. This chapter summarizes the City's Emergency Water Demand Management (EWDM) Plan. EWDM planning is not the same as conservation planning. While water conservation involves implementing permanent water use efficiency or reuse practices, the EWDM plan will establish temporary methods or techniques designed to be used only as long as an emergency exists. The City's EWDM plan will include the following six elements: · Trigger conditions signaling the start of an emergency period. · EWDM measures. · Education and information. · Initiation procedures. · Termination notification actions. · Means of implementation. · Exemptions. . . Variance provisions. Triaaer Conditions The City receives a portion of its water from the City of Fort Worth (CFW) and will work with the CFW to establish water restrictions during drought conditions. The establishment of drought trigger conditions for the water supply are to be determined by the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District No.1, initially. Trigger conditions will be conveyed by CFW to the City. The City will be notified by telephone and a follow-up letter or facsimile transmission as each drought trigger condition is reached. The notification will include the steps the customer must take. The City may need to implement an emergency water demand management program in lieu of notification by the City of Fort Worth. In such cases, the trigger conditions will be as follows: Stage 1 - Water Watch Daily water demand exceeds 90 percent of the production capacity of the system for three consecutive days or short term deficiencies in the distribution system limit supply capability. . Page 12 . . . 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan Stage 2 - Water Warning Daily water demand exceeds 95 percent of the production capacity of the system for two consecutive days. Stage 3 - Water Emergency Daily water demand exceeds 95 percent of the production capacity of the system for five consecutive days. Stage 4 - Water Crisis Daily water demand exceeds 100 percent of the production capacity of the system for two consecutive days. Emeraency Water Demand Management Measures with Exceptions The City will implement the following measures for each level of severity as required by the CFW or as implemented under its own emergency water demand management program. The measures for each level of severity include the relevant requirements imposed in the preceding level. Stage 1 - Water Watch Goal for Use Reduction This level is intended to raise public awareness of potential water supply issues. Because the nature of this level is voluntary, any identifiable reduction of water use is considered goal achievement. Any or all of the measures listed below may be implemented to achieve this goal. 1. Requests voluntary reductions in water use by customers over cable television and through the news media. 2. Activate an information center and discuss the situation in the news media. 3. Staff will begin a review of the problems that initiated the Stage 1 actions. 4. Notify major water users and work with them to achieve voluntary water use reduction. 5. Prohibit City government use of water for street washing, vehicle washing, operation of ornamental fountains, and all other non-essential use. 6. Request no landscape watering between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. by customers or City. 7. Request City ofWatauga adhere to the same restrictions as NRH retail customers. Page 13 . . . 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan StaQe 2 - Water Warnina Goal for Use Reduction Mandatory restrictions are implemented and enforced in this stage. Therefore, an identifiable reduction of 2% in comparison to the use that would have occurred in the absence of Stage 2 implementation is expected. Continued implementation of all relevant actions from Stage 1 as well as any or all of the following measures may be implemented to achieve Stage 2 goal. 1. Initiate engineering studies to evaluate alternatives should conditions worsen. 2. Continue public information efforts regarding water supply conditions and conversation efforts. 3. Begin mandatory water use restrictions as follows: Prohibit hosing off of paved areas, buildings, or windows; operation of ornamental fountains, swimming pool draining followed by refilling; washing or rinsing vehicles by hose; using water in such a manner as to allow runoff or other water wastes. 4. Limit landscape watering at each service address to once every five days based on the last digit of the address per the schedule below. Request no watering between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Last Diait of Address o or 5 1 or 6 2 or 7 3 or 8 4 or 9 Allowed Water Dates 5~h 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th 15\ 6th, 11th, 16th, 215\ 26th 2nd 7th 12th 17th 22nd 2ih , , , , , 3~ 8fu 13fu 18fu 23~ 28fu , , , , , 4th 9th 14th 19th 24th 29th , , , , No watering will be allowed on the 31st. The lowest address number will identify apartments, office building complexes, or other property containing multiple addresses. Where there are no numbers, a number will be assigned by the Public Works Director. These restrictions also apply to government facilities. Exceptions: Foundations, azaleas, and new plantings (first year) of trees and shrubs may be watered with a hand held soaker hose on any day for up to two hours; nurseries may water plant stock only without restrictions; public gardens may water without restrictions; golf courses may water greens and tee boxes without restrictions. Other areas, including fairways, must adhere to the five-day rotational watering schedule listed in Stage 2 based on their address. Hand held watering by hose or bucket may be done on any day. Restrictions do not apply to any location using groundwater or wastewater effluent for irrigation. 5. Require a reduction by local governments of non-essential water use and a reduction in landscape watering. Page 14 · · · . City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 6. Encourage people to wait until the emergency water situation has passed to establish new landscaping. 7. Prohibit draining and refilling of existing pools and filling of new pools. Existing commercial, public and private swimming pools that are filled may add water to replace that lost during daily use. 8. Advise City of Watauga of actions being taken by North Richland Hills and require enforcement of like procedures in Watauga. Staae 3 - Water Emeraency Goal for Use Reduction A goal of 5% reduction in the use that would have occurred in the absence of Stage 3 implementation. Continued implementation of Stage 1 and 2 as well as any or all of the following measures may be implemented to achieve Stage 3 goals. 1. Implementation of recommended engineering alternatives. 2. Prohibit residential and commercial lawn watering and car washing between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Exception: Restrictions do not apply to any location using groundwater or wastewater effluent for irrigation. 3. Foundations, shrubs, and trees may be watered with soaker or hand-held hose on the same five-day rotational basis as landscapes for up to two hours. 4. Golf courses using treated water for grounds watering must adhere to the following schedule: Greens and tee boxes may be watered, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Other areas, including fairways, must adhere to the five-day rotational watering schedule listed in Stage 2 based on their address. 5. Public gardens may water, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. 6. Nurseries may water plant stock, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. 7. No new landscaping may be established during this period. 8. No refilling of private pools. Commercial and public pools may refill water lost to normal daily use. 9. Advise City of Watauga of actions being taken by North Richland Hills and require enforcement of like procedures in Watauga. Page 15 . . . . City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan StaQe 4 - Water Crisis Goal for Use Reduction The Stage 4 goal for water use reduction is 10% less than would have occurred in the absence of Stage 3 implementation. Because of the significance of this level, mandatory requirements will be set on wholesales customers. Continued implementation of Stages 1, 2, and 3, as well as any of the following measures may be implemented to achieve the goal of 10% reduction. 1. Prohibit all commercial and residential landscape watering including golf courses, with the following exceptions. a. Nurseries' plant stock may be watered, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., once every five days based on the last digit of their address per the schedule in Stage 2. b. Public gardens may water, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., once every five days based on the last digit of their address per the schedule in Stage 2. c. Golf course greens and tee boxes may be watered, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., once every five days based on the last digit at their address per the schedule in Stage 2. d. Foundations may be watered for a two-hour period, but NOT between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. with a soaker or hand-held hose on the five-day rotational basis prescribed for landscaping watering in Stage 2. e. Any location using groundwater or wastewater effluent for irrigation. 2. Any and all washing of vehicles is prohibited, except vehicles that need to be washed for health sanitation or safety reasons, such as food carriers. Any vehicle washing must occur at a commercial car wash or commercial service station with a recirculating water system. 3. No new landscaping may be established during this period. 4. No refilling of private pools. Commercial and public pools may refill water lost to normal daily use. 5. All commercial water users may be required to reduce water consumption by a percentage determined by the Public Works Director. 6. Advise City of Watauga of actions being taken by North Richland Hills and require enforcement of like procedures in Watauga. Page 16 . . . . City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan Information and Education The purpose and EWDM measures of this plan will be conveyed to the public as a part of and in the same manner as the plan. When trigger conditions appear to be approaching, the public will be informed through local newspaper articles and/or radio/television broadcasts. Throughout the period of a trigger condition, regular articles and/or broadcasts will be used to inform the public of the current condition and conservation measures for that condition. Initiation Procedures When a trigger condition has been reached and the CFW informs the City that EWDM measures may be necessary, or the City initiates EWDM measures on its own accord, the City Manager or the City Manager's duly appointed representative will order the initiation of a public notification process. The public notification process will include a NOTICE OF DROUGHT CONDITION with proper stage level noted to be posted at the North Richland Hills City Hall and at least two other public places. Termination Notification Termination of the EWDM measures will take place when the trigger conditions which initiated the contingency measures have subsided and/or the CFW informs the City that drought contingency measures are no longer necessary. The public will be informed of the termination in the same manner that they were informed of the initiation of the measures through order of the City Manager or City manager's duly appointed representative. Means of Implementation The City Manager or City Manager's duly appointed representative will be authorized by the City Council to order the initiation of EWDM measures when a drought trigger condition occurs and/or the CFW indicates that such measures are necessary. Variance Provisions 1. The City Manager, or his/her designee, may, in writing, grant temporary variance for existing waste uses otherwise prohibited under this Plan if it is determined that failure to grant such variance would cause an emergency condition adversely affecting the health, sanitation, or fire protection for the public or the person requesting such variance and if one or more of the following conditions are met: a. Compliance with this Plan cannot be technically accomplished during the duration of the water supply shortage or other condition for which the Plan is in effect. Page 17 . . . -City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan b. Alternative methods can be implemented that will achieve the same level of reduction in water use. 2. Persons requesting an exemption from the provisions of this Ordinance shall file a petition for variance with the City of North Richland Hills within 5 days after the Plan for a particular drought response stage has been invoked. All petitions for variances shall be reviewed by the City Manager or his/her designee, and shall include the following: a. Name and address of the petitioner(s). b. Purpose of water use. c. Specific provision(s) of the Plan from which the petitioner is requesting relief. d. Detailed statement as to how the specific provision of the Plan adversely affects the petitioner or others if petitioner complies with this Ordinance. e. Description of the relief requested. f. Period of time for which the variance is sought. g. Alternative water use restrictions or other measures the petitioner is taking or proposes to take to meet the intent of this Plan and the compliance date. h. Other pertinent information. 3. Variances granted by the City of North Richland Hills shall be subject to the following conditions, unless waived or modified by the City Manager, and or his/her designee. a. Variances granted shall include a timetable for compliance. b. Variances granted shall expire when the Plan is no longer in effect, unless the petitioner has failed to meet specific requirements. 4. No variance shall be retroactive or otherwise justify and any violation of this Plan occurring prior to the issuance of the variance. Page 18 . . . APPENDIX A March 31 , 2005 City of Watauga Attention: Johnny Reagan, Director of Public Works 7101 Whitley Rd. Watauga, TX 76148 RE: WATER CONSERVATION AND DROUGHT CONTIGENCY I EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLAN Dear Mr. Reagan: Please find accompanying this letter, North Richland Hills' Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand/Drought Contingency Plans. As you are aware, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is requiring all municipalities over 5,000 population to submit these documents by May 1, 2005. As the City of North Richland Hills' wholesale customer, Watauga is required to implement plans consistent with those developed by North Richland Hills. Draft copies of the proposed Plans were submitted to Mr. James Medders as reference material on March 31, 2005. Please feel free to contact me at 817-427-6452 from 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m., Monday- Friday if you need any additional information regarding this matter. Sincerely, Jimmy Cates Public Works Operations Manager JC/cm/pwI2005-046u . . . APPENDIX B March 31 , 2005 Trinity River Authority Attention: Patricia Cleveland, Operations Manager P.O. Box 240 Arlington, TX 76004-0240 RE: WATER CONSERVATION AND DROUGHT CONTIGENCY I EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLAN Dear Patricia: Please find included North Richland Hills' Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand/Drought Contingency Plan. As you are aware, this plan is required by TCEQ to meet the minimum requirements provided in Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 30, Chapter288, Subchapters 288.20, 288.22, 288.2, and 288.5 pertaining to the required plans. In addition, as a wholesale customer of the Trinity River Authority, we have reviewed the Trinity River Authority's plans and feel our consistently reflects the goals and needs. Please contact me at 817-427-6452 if you require any additional information regarding this matter. Respectfully, Jimmy Cates Public Works Operations Manager JC/cm/pwI2005-044u . . . APPENDIX B March 31,2005 City of Fort Worth Attention: Frank Crumb, P.E. PO Box 870 Fort Worth, TX 76101-0870 RE: WATER CONSERVATION AND DROUGHT CONTIGENCY I EMERGENCY WATER DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLAN Dear Frank: Please find included North Richland Hills' Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand/Drought Contingency Plan. As you are aware, this plan is required by TCEQ to meet the minimum requirements provided in Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 30, Chapter288, Subchapters 288.20, 288.22, 288.2, and 288.5 pertaining to the required plans. In addition, as a wholesale customer of the City of Fort Worth, we have reviewed the City of Fort Worth's plans and feel our consistently reflects the goals and needs. Please contact me at 817-427-6452 if you require any additional information regarding this matter. Respectfully, Jimmy Cates Public Works Operations Manager JC/cm/pw12005-045u . . . ·City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan APPENDIX C UTILITY EVALUATION DATA FORM The following data form provides a convenient format to insure that the most important information and data needed for the development of water conservation and emergency water demand management plans are considered. Water Supplv and Distribution System Information A. Population of Service Area (Number) 85.000 22.5 (Sq. Mile) B. Size of Service Area C. Water Production and Sales Information 1. Water supplied (water produced from your own wells, diverted and treated from a lake or stream, purchased from another utility, etc.) during the last year- (gal/yr.) 2. Average water supplied for last 3 years- (gal/yr.) 3. Estimated Monthly Water Sales by User Category for the last year in 1,000's of gallons (based on customer meters)- Commercial - Month Residential Institutional* Industrial Total January February March April May June July August September October November December Total *Indicate if apartment water sales are included in the commercial figures. It is preferable to include apartment water sales under residential sales if it is possible to determine from existing water sales data. Appendix C Page 1 of 4 . City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan Highest Daily Water Use (production) on record for system- (gal/day) . 4. 5. Peak Daily Use (production) for the last year- (gal/day) 6. Unaccounted for Water (Production - Sales) + production x 100 = water. % unaccounted for D. Number and type (Residential, Commercial, or Industrial) of meter connections in service area- (Res.) (Comm.) (Ind.) (Wholesale) E. Net gain (loss) of new connections per year (new connections less disconnects) (Res.) (Comm.) (Ind.) (Wholesale) F. Source of Water (list the sources and relative volumes of water used from each source on an annual basis). . Source 1. Source 2. Source 3. Volume of water Volume of water Volume of water (gaL/yr.) (gal.lyr.) (gal.lyr.) (gal.lyr.) (gal.lyr.) G. Safe Annual Yield of Water Supply- H. Design Capacity of Water System- I. Major High-Volume Customers Name Use (in 1,000 gallons per year) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. . 6. Appendix C Page 2 of 4 '. . . 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 7. 8. 9. 10. J. Population and Water Use Projections (attach if available). Wastewater System Information A. Service Area Information 1. Percent of your potable water customers sewered by your utility's wastewater treatment %. 2. Percent of your utility's potable water customers who have septic tanks or other privately operated sewage disposal systems %. 3. Percent of potable water customers sewered by another wastewater treatment utility %. B. Wastewater System Capacity Information 1. Average daily volume of wastewater treated for most recent year (gal.lday) 2. Peak daily wastewater volumes during the last year (gal.lday) 3. Wastewater treatment system permitted capacity: a. Average daily capacity (gal.lday) b. Maximum daily capacity (gal.lday) c. Estimated percent of wastewater flows to your treatment plant that originate from the following categories: Residential Industrial and Manufacturing Commercial/Institutional Storm Water Other - Explain % % % % % Appendix C Page 3 of 4 'City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan . Utility Financial Operations Information A. Water or Wastewater Rate Structure (Uniform, Increasing Block, etc.) (Attach copy of rates.) B. Sources of Revenue for the Utility 1. Percent of Annual Revenues from Water or Wastewater Rates % 2. Percent of Annual Revenues from all other sources (taxes, general revenue, etc.) % D. Annual Operating Costs 1. Average Annual Operating Costs $ (dollars) 2. Percent of Average Annual Operating Costs that are fixed costs- % 3. Percent of Average Annual Operating Costs that are variable costs- % . Other Applicable Information A. Copies of applicable local regulations relating to Water Conservation and Emergency Water Demand Management Planning. (attach copies) B. Other applicable documents. (attach copies or list as needed) C. Information on Civic Groups, Organizations, and other entities. It would be advisable for the utility to consider which groups may help and which group may be opposed to various aspects of the water conservation and emergency water demand management plans. These need not be listed, but early consideration by the utility is advised. . Appendix C Page 4 of 4 . . . ·City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan APPENDIX D WATER SAVING METHODS THAT CAN BE PRACTICED BY THE INDIVIDUAL WATER USER In-home water use accounts for an average of 65 percent of total residential use, while the remaining 35 percent is used for exterior residential purposes such as lawn watering and car washing. Average residential in-home water use data indicates that about 40 percent is used for toilet flushing, 35 percent for bathing, 11 percent for kitchen uses, and 14 percent for clothes washing. Water saving methods that can be practiced by the individual water user are listed below. A. Bathroom 1. Take a shower in stead of filling the tub and taking a bath. Showers usually use less water than tub baths. 2. Install a low-flow shower head which restricts the quantity of flow at 60 psi to no more than 3.0 gallons per minute. 3. Take short showers and install a cutoff valve or turn the water off while soaping and back on again only to rinse. 4. Do not use hot water when cold will do. Water and energy can be saved by washing hands with soap and water; hot water should only be added when hands are especially dirty. 5. Reduce the level of the water being used in a bathtub by one or two inches if a shower is not available. 6. Turn water off when brushing teeth until it is time to rinse. 7. Do not let the water run when washing hands. Instead, hands should be wet, and water should be turned off while soaping and scrubbing and turned on again to rinse. A cutoff valve may also be installed on the faucet. 8. Shampoo hair in the shower. Shampooing in the shower takes only a little more water than is used to shampoo hair during a bath and much less than shampooing and bathing separately. Appendix D Page 1 of 5 . . . 'City of North Richland Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 9. Hold hot water in the basin when shaving instead of letting the faucet continue to run. 10. Test toilets for leaks. To test for a leak, a few drops of food coloring can be added to the water in the tank. The toilet should not be flushed. The customer can then watch to see if the coloring appears in the bowl within a few minutes. If it does, the fixture needs adjustment or repair. 11. Use a toilet tank displacement devise. A one-gallon plastic milk bottle can be filled with stones or with water, recapped, and placed in the toilet tank. This will reduce the amount of water in the tank but still provide enough for flushing. (Bricks, which some people use for this purpose are not recommended since they crumble eventually and could damage to the working mechanism, necessitating a call to the plumber.) Displacement devices should never be used with new low- volume flush toilets. 12. Install faucet aerators to reduce water consumption. 13. Never use the toilet to dispose of cleansing tissues, cigarette butts, or other trash. This can waste a great deal of water and also places an unnecessary load on the sewage treatment plant or septic tank. 14. Install a new low-volume flush toilet that uses 3.5 gallons or less per flush when building a new home or remodeling a bathroom. B. Kitchen 1. Use a pan of water (or place a stopper in the sink) for rinsing pots and pans and cooking implements when cooking rather than turning on the water faucet each time a rinse is needed. 2. Never run the dishwasher without a full load. In addition to saving water, expensive detergent will last longer and a significant energy saving will appear on the utility bill. 3. Use the sink disposal sparingly, and never use it for just a few scraps. Appendix D Page 2 of 5 . . . -City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 4. Keep a container of drinking water in the refrigerator. Running water from the tap until it is cool is wasteful. Better still, both water and energy can be saved by keeping cold water in a picnic jug on a kitchen counter to avoid opening the refrigerator door frequently. 5. Use a small pan of cold water when cleaning vegetables rather than letting the faucet run. 6. Use only a little water in the pot and put a lid on it for cooking most food. Not only does this method save water, but food is more nutritious since vitamins and minerals are not poured down the drain with the extra cooking water. 7. Use a pan of water for rinsing when hand washing dishes rather than running the faucet. 8. Always keep water conservation in mind, and think of other ways to save in the kitchen. Small kitchen savings from not making too much coffee or letting ice cubes melt in a sink can add up in a year's time. C. Laundry 1. Wash only a full load of when using an automatic washing machine (32 to 59 gallons are required per load.) 2. Use the lowest water level setting on the washing machine for light loads whenever possible. 3. Use coldwater as often as possible to save energy and to conserve the hot water for uses which cold water cannot serve. (This is also better for clothing made of today's synthetic fabrics.) D. Appliances 1. Check water requirements of various models and brands when considering purchasing any new appliance that uses water. Some use less water than others. 2. Check all water line connections and faucets for leaks. If the cost of water is $1.00 per 1,000 gallons, on could be paying a large bill for water that simply goes down the drain because of leakage. A slow drip can waste as much as much as 70 gallons of water EACH DAY, or 5,000 gallons per month, and can add as much as $5.00 per month to the water bill. Appendix D Page 3 of 5 . . . . City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 3. Learn to replace faucet washers so that drips can be corrected promptly. It is easy to do, costs very little, and can represent a substantial amount saved in plumbing and water bills. 4. Check for water leakage that the customer may be entirely unaware of, such as a leak between the water meter and the house. To check, all indoor and outdoor faucets should be turned off, and the water meter should be checked. If it continues to run, or turn, a leak probably exists and needs to be located. 5. Be sure the hot water heater thermostat is not set too high. Extremely hot settings waste water and energy because the water often has to be cooled with cold water before it can be used. 6. Use a moisture meter to determine when house plants need water. More plants die from over watering than from being on the dry side. E. Out-of-Door Use 1. Water lawns early in the morning during the hotter summer months. Much of the water used on the lawn can simply evaporate between the sprinkler and the grass. 2. Use a sprinkler that produces large drops of water, rather than a fine mist, to avoid evaporation. 3. Turn soaker hoses so the holes are on the bottom to avoid evaporation. 4. Water slowly for better absorption, and never water in high winds. 5. Forget about watering the streets or walks or driveways. They will never grow a thing. 6. Condition the soil with compost before planting grass for flower beds so that the water will soak in rather than run off. 7. Fertilize lawns at least twice a year for root stimulation. Grass with a good root system makes better use of less water. 8. Learn to know when grass needs watering. If it has turned a dull grey- green or if foot prints remain visible, it is time to water. 9. Do not water too frequently. Too much water can overload the soil so that air cannot get to the roots and can encourage plant diseases. Appendix D Page 4 of 5 . . . . City of North Rich/and Hills Water Conservation & Emergency Water Demand Management! Drought Contingency Plan 10. Do not over-water. Soil can absorb only so much moisture and the rest simply runs off. A timer will help, and either a kitchen timer or an alarm clock will do. An inch and % of water applied once a week will keep most Texas grasses alive and healthy. 11. Operate automatic sprinkler systems only when the demand on the town's water supply is lowest. Set the system to operate between four and six a.m. 12. Do not scalp lawns when mowing during hot weather. Taller grass holds moisture better. Rather, grass should be cut fairly often, so that only % to 3/4 inches is trimmed off. A better looking lawn will result. 13. Use a watering can or hand water with the hose in small areas of the lawn that need more frequent watering (those near walks or driveways or in especially hot, sunny spots). 14. Learn what types of grass, shrubbery, and plants do best in the area and in which parts of the lawn, and then plant accordingly. If one has a heavily shaded yard, no amount of water will make roses bloom. In especially dry sections of the state, attractive arrangements of plants that are adapted to arid or semi-arid climates should be chosen. 15. Consider decorating areas of the lawn with rocks, gravel, wood chips or other materials now available that require no water at all. 16. Do not "sweep" walks and driveways with a hose. Use a broom or rake instead. 17. Use a bucket of soapy water and use the hose only for rinsing when washing a car. Appendix D Page 5 of 5 e Announcements and Information April 25, 2005 Announcements Early voting for the May 7 City Council Election continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, through May 3. Early voting will also be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 30. Early voting takes place at City Hall, 7301 N.E. Loop 820. Please bring your voter registration card with you. The 10th Annual Paws for the Cause Walk-A-Thon will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, benefiting the NRH Animal Adoption & Rescue Center. The two-mile walk begins at the center, 7200 B Dick Fisher Dr. Area residents are encouraged to bring their pets to the walk, provided they are on a leash and have current rabies vaccinations and licenses. For registration information, please call 817-427-6570. e The City of North Richland Hills continues its free spring concert series at Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Road. The next scheduled performance is the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra at 7 p.m. on May 6. Admission is free. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. For more information, call 817-427-6614. Kudos Korner Every Council Meeting, we spotlight our employees for the great things they do. e JoAnn Stout & Staff, Neighborhood Services Department The North Richland Hills Neighborhood Initiative Program has been selected as a finalist for the 2005 City Livability Awards presented by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. More than 150 cities from across the country submitted applications for the award. The Neighborhood Initiative Program was one of 15 finalists selected for improving the quality of life in U.S. cities. Winners of the award will be announced in June during the 73rd Annual Conference of Mayors in Chicago. Congratulations to the Neighborhood Services Department and the many Neighborhood Initiative volunteers for this accomplishment. INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR# 2005-057 ~ Date: April 25, 2005 T Subject: Response to Citizen Inquiry about TIF #2 Attached please find a copy of a letter to Ms. Jane Birkes. Ms. Birkes spoke during the Citizen Presentation portion of the April 11th City Council meeting. She had several concerns about TIF #2 including allegations regarding the legality of the TIF district. Respectfully Submitted, L~~~,ngham City Manager e ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS NRH ~y OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS e e Office of the City Manager April 19, 2005 Ms. Jane Birkes 8300 Euclid North Richland Hills, TX 76180 Dear Ms. Birkes, . At the Citizen Presentation portion of the April 11th City Council meeting you had some questions regarding the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2, also commonly referred , to as the Tax Increment Financing District #2 (TIF) which includes the Home Town , Development. You expressed concerns about allegations regarding the legality of the TIF district, the burden on taxpayers, and the status of property values and public facilities within the TIF. A Tax Increment Financing District is a reinvestment zone, and an area of the City that is designated for special development or redevelopment. Once the area for the district is designated, dollars generated from the increase in property values within the designated area are reinvested in the district to build streets, public facilities and other public infrastructure. A TIF is also a partnership between several taxing entities. TIF #2, the TIF where Home Town is located, is a partnership between the City of North Richland Hills, Tarrant County, Tarrant County College, and the Tarrant County Hospital District. The public improvements planned for the TIF district include a City library, a City recreation center and a Tarrant County College conference center as well as infrastructure improvements. The total cost for the three public facilities is estimated at $40.3 million. Infrastructure costs for streets and drainage are estimated at $24.9 million and paid by private developers. Public improvements to the TIF district benefit residents of North Richland Hills and Tarrant County. TIF #2 was created by the City Council of North Richland Hills on October 25, 1999. Public meetings related to this project began in 1997. There have been more than 60 public agenda items on this project. Information was shared with and input received from citizens, stakeholders and other interested parties. The public hearings and forums conducted to create TIF #2 included the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, the Park and Recreation Board, the Land Use Ad Hoc Committee, and the governing bodies of Tarrant County, Tarrant County Hospital District and Tarrant County College. Over 50 articles regarding Home Town Development and plans for the TIF appeared in the Star Telegram, the Dallas Morning News, and other local newspapers. CML 2005-024 P,Q, Box 820609 .¡, North Richland Hilis, Te)(a~¡ '" 76i82··060~; e At the time TIF #2 was created, a TIF board was formed. The board is made up of representatives appointed by the City Council and the three member County entities. Board meetings are publicized and public. No major decision regarding TIF #2 can be made without the approval of the North Richland Hills City Council and the governing bodies of the County entities. The district was formed in compliance with all State of Texas laws regarding TIFs. The legal documents w"ere prepared by Fulbright & Jaworski, an internationally renowned law firm. The TIF #2 ordinances were passed by the City of North Richland Hills and approved by each Tarrant County jurisdiction. The $1.4 millic;m certificates of obligation sale in 2004 for library land and design was approved by the Attorney General of the State of Texas. e You mentioned that a question of legality has been raised. The question has to do with the percentage of residential property allowed within a TIF. It has been stated that the law says that no more than 10% of the property developed may be residential. The 10% refers to property e~isting within the TIF boundaries at the time a TIF is created. When TIF #2 was created, less than 10% of the existing property within its boundaries was residential. Therefore TIF #2 in North Richland Hills was absolutely created legally and properly. The plan submitted by the developers at the time of creation estimated that about 70% of the development would ultimately be residential. The attorneys of Fulbright & Jaworski and financial advisory firm First Southwest Company approved the TIF #2 plan. A recent opinion letter from Fulbright & Jaworski reaffirms the legality of the district and cites the 10% rule described above. So please rest assured, TIF #2 was created in accordance with State law, and continues to be a legal district. It has been said that virtually the entire tax burden for all city services provided to Home Town NRH will be paid for by all the other citizens of the City. This comment apparently assumes that property taxes pay for all the services provided to our citizens. In fact, only about 20% of all City revenues come from property taxes. A good example is almost 30% of the costs of police services come from Crime Control District sales taxes, and the TIF District development has greatly enhanced sales taxes for the City as a whole. Other sources of revenue that pay for City services include the general sales tax, water and sewer chargers, and user fees. Another fact that has not been stressed is that property taxes paid by North Richland Hills citizens outside the TIF district will not go toward construction of public facilities within the TIF #2 boundaries. Only property taxes generated by TIF #2 properties will be used to build the $40.3 million in public facilities. These public facilities will belong to all North Richland Hills citizens. Since 1999 the real property values on the Tarrant Appraisal District rolls for TIF #2 have grown from $40.5 million to nearly $137 million, an increase of over $95 million. Some of this growth has occurred in the Home Town Development. Some growth has occurred outside the Home Town area in developments such as the Crossing Shopping Center, Home Depot, Blue Line Ice and Fountainridge subdivision. These developments e CML 2005-024 e are also within TIF #2 boundaries, but outside of the Home Town NRH subdivision. In fact, about half of the acreage within TIF #2 is outside of the Home Town development. TIF #2 has now produced enough property taxes to build the first public facility - the North Richland Hills public library. The new $10.2 million facility is currently in the design phase. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2006 with an opening date estimated for late 2007 or early 2008. The need to move the current library is a combination of needing more space to house the book collection, maintain adequate space for future growth, and serve citizens, as well as the loss of parking when Loop 820 expands. There are currently about 165 parking spaces for patrons of the Library. The Texas Department of Transportation has estimated that the City will lose fifty-five (55) parking spaces on the west end of the building in addition to all of the parking on the north side of the building upon expansion of Loop 820. This will leave only about 110 parking spaces to serve over 250,000 people visiting the Library per year. As values grow within TIF #2, both inside and outside Home Town NRH, more property tax revenues will be generated. When enough property taxes are generated, the City recreation center and TCC conference center will be completed. These projects will not begin until sufficient TIF #2 property taxes are generated to pay for them. It is not known at this time when these projects will begin. I hope we have adequately answered your questions. We remain available to answer e any further questions you may have on this or any other subject regarding City services. Sincerely, ~~Unningha City Manager e CML 2005-024