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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2002-07-22 Agendas '" CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PRE-COUNCIL AGENDA JULY 22, 2002 - 5:00 PM For the Meeting conducted at the North Richland Hills City Hall - Pre-Council Chambers 7301 N rth t L 820 r 0 eas oop NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 1. Discuss Items from Regular July 22, 2002 City Council MeetinQ (5 Minutes) 2. IR 2002-108 Request to Protect Oak Trees on Odell Street (5 Minutes) 3. IR 2002-105 Update on North Hills Mall Development Plan - Burke Collins (20 Minutes) 4. IR 2002-106 Update on HomeTown NRH Development - Dan Quinto (15 Minutes) 5. IR2002-109 Discussion of Proposed Changes to Sign Ordinance (AQenda Item No. 13) (5 Minutes) 6. IR 2002-112 Discuss Proposed Solid Waste Service Contract' (Aoenda Item No. 14) (15 Minutes) 7. IR 2002-107 Discuss NRH 50th Anniversary Celebration (10 Minutes) *Executive Session - The Council may enter irito closed 8. Executive Session to discuss the following: 1. Deliberation Regarding Real Property as authorized by Local Government Code §551.072 a) Diamond Loch Tax Sales) b) Land Acquisition for City Facilities in North Davis Area 2. Consultation with Attorney on Pending Litigation as authorized by Local Government Code §551.071 a) Proposed Settlement of Rufe Snow LP &. Chase Manhattan Bank b) Gonzales vs. NRH POSTED c) Livergood vs NRH ...... - /- I~ '(jd\ Dato *Closed due to subject matter as provided by the Open Meetings Law. If any action is 4:/5 (J1k.. contemplated, it will be taken in open session. Time 07/22/02 City Council Agenda Page 1 of 5 ß~~efMy CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA JULY 22, 2002 - 7:00 PM For the 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 - Councilman Turnage 3. Pledge - Councilman Turnage 4. Special Presentation a) Recognition of Outgoing Board & Commission Members b) Yard of the Month c) Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation 5. Removal of Item(s) from the Consent Agenda 07/22/02 City Council Agenda Page 2 of 5 NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 6. Consent Agenda a. Minutes of the Pre-Council Meeting July 8,2002 b. Minutes of the City Council Meeting July 8,2002 PS 2002-17 c. Consideration of a Request from Kae Son Ko for the Approval of the Final Plat of Lot 2, Block 1 Towne Oaks Addition located at 8015 Glenview Drive (0.81 acres) GN 2002-088 d. Approve the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for the Cottonbelt Trail Supplement and Route Signs Phase II - Resolution No. 2002- 061 PU 2002-028 e. Authorize Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Garland - Resolution No. 2002-063 PU 2002-029 f. Refurbishing of six 1999 Tahoes by Hudiburg Chevrolet not exceeding the amount of $105,000 PAY 2002-007 g. Approve Final Pay Estimate No.5 to Champion Coatings, Inc. in the Amount of $18,650 for Davis Boulevard Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation and RepaintinQ 7. PZ 2002-12 Public Hearing to Consider a Revision to the Thoroughfare Plan that Reclassifies that Portion of Susan Lee south of Maplewood - Ordinance No. 2641 8. GN 2002-089 Abandoning a Portion of Susan Lee Lane (adiacent to Loop 820) - Ordinance No. 2639 07/22/02 City Council Agenda Page 3 of 5 NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 9. PS 2002-08 Public Hearing to Consider a Request from Ernest Hedgcoth representing River Crown Investments for the Approval of a Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition located in the 4700 blocks of Susan Lee Drive and Nancy Lane ( 2.28 acres) 10. PZ 2000-20 Public Hearing to consider Approval of a Rev. 1 request by Steak and Shake Restaurants for a Revision to the Approved Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan located at 6413 Precinct Line Road (1.08 acres). Ordinance No. 2642 11. PS 2002-30 Consideration of a request from Michael Clark of Winkelmann & Associates Inc. for the Approval of the Final Plat of Lots 1 R-1 and 3R, Block 1 Home Depot Addition located in the 6400 block of Precinct Line Road (16.58 acres ). 12. SRB 2002-02 Public Hearing to Consider Hardship Variance Requests from Sign Ordinance No. 2374 by the Birdville Independent School District. The Variances concern a Proposed Electronic Message Sign to be located along Precinct Line Road east of Birdville Stadium. 13. GN 2002-090 Consider Amending Ordinance Number 2374 and the Sign Regulations of the City of North Richland Hills - Ordinance No. 2640. 14. GN 2002-091 Consider Approval of Solid Waste Contract- Ordinance No. 2636 15. GN 2002-092 Appointment to Citizen Capital Improvement Study Committee 16. PU 2002-030 Authorize Acceptance of Bid on Tax Sale- Resolution No. 2002-062 17. PU 2002-031 Land Acquisition for City Facilities in North Davis Area 07/22/02 City Council Agenda Page 4 of 5 NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 18. a) Citizens Presentation b) I nformation and Recorts 19. Adjournment pOSTED ~\C\.Od- Dato 4: 15 -12-rn T\tne 07/22/02 City Council Agenda Page 5 of 5 g~ Bv INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2002-108 '- . July 22, 2002 Date: Subject: Protect Oak Trees on Odell Street Currently there are several large trees located on four different lots adjacent to the east property line of 8336 Odell Street. The property owner at 8336 Odell is very concerned that these trees will be removed or damaged to facilitate the construction of new houses being proposed for these lots. A Planned Development was approved by Council on July 22, 1996 (PZ 96-16) that changed the zoning from medium industrial to a single family residential development. During the public hearing for this case several property owners (including 8336 Odell) were present to express their concern about the possibility of losing the trees. The property owners ask if a deed restriction could be required preventing excavation from taking place around the root system of the trees. The Developer agreed to hire a consultant to see what could be done to save the trees and to provide a deed restriction during the platting process of the four lots. l -- The platting process began several months after the approval of the planned development. Council approved the plat on January 16, 1998 (PS 97-26) with the understanding that the Developer would provide a deed restriction to the City protecting the existing trees. The Developer provided a deed restriction and a detailed grading plan indicating how the four lots would be graded. Both the deed restriction and grading plan provided protection for the trees and were approved by staff. The deed restriction document was apparently never filed in the deed records of Tarrant County. The property was later sold to a builder who was unaware of the intent to save the trees. Staff has informed the builder that the approved grading plan will need to be followed.. The builder has expressed some concern about the grading plan and how it will impact the potential of her building houses on the four lots. The builder currently has her planner looking at some different floor plans that might minimize the impact that the new houses will have on the trees. Adjacent property owners have also suggested that the four lots be used for a neighborhood park. The builder is willing to sell the four developed lots to the City at a cost of $180,000. The four lots represent a total area size of approximately one-half acre. Because of the size and cost of the land a neighborhood park at this location would not be feasible. Staff will be present at the pre-council meeting to provide an update on the possibility of the builder using different floor plans and to answer any questions. Respectfully submitted, ',,--, Mk~' Mike Curtis Public Works Director ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No.I~~~105 * July 11, 2002 Update on North Hills Mall Development Plan Staff continues to work with the North Hills Mall developers to encourage redevelopment. We have an ongoing technical meeting every other Wednesday morning at City Hall. The basic redevelopment theme includes entertainment activities with a multiplex theatre, restaurants, ice skating rink and an open area with a fountain. Burke Collins and Steve King with North Hills Mall will give a presentation and have a new conceptual plan for North Hills Mall at the Council briefing. Recent . plans include a 16 screen Cinemark Theatre and a Dave & Busters entertainment center. We understand that the closing of the loan should take place in the next couple of weeks. Currently the plans for North Hills Mall include requesting initial zoning and platting approval from the City in August or early September. They say they need to begin construction by early October. This will allow them to complete the improvements for the Cinemark Theatres for a Thanksgiving 2003 opening. The permanent reopening of North Hills Mall is planned for Spring of 2004. To facilitate this process, staff is recommending that the City approve a Planned Development and a Preliminary Plat this Summer. This would allow North Hillis Mall to start construction this fall. The final site plan and final plat would be brought back a couple of months before the reopening of the new mall. SinC}Q~ John Pitstick Development Director [ ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HillS, TEXAS INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2OC>2:-106 . July 11,2002 Update on HomeTown NRH Development Staff continues to work with Arcadia Development on the HomeTown project Dan Quinto will give a presentation' to City Council regarding the current progress of HomeTown. HomeTown Phase II of the single family residential element was just approved by City Council. Recent plans received by the City include an offICe/retail development along Davis Boulevard called "The Crescent at HomeTown". The bridge over the lakes should be complete this summer with the landscaping of the HomeTown Lakes. Retail and Office Development demand off of the Grapevine Highway frontage has been slow. However, The Crossing and UICI are continuing to aggressively develop which should signal continued interest for the HomeTown commercial core area. We understand that Arcadia also has plans to begin development of a multi-family development off of the frontage at Mid Cities Boulevard. sincereIY'~1 . J\ .--.JQ ~ John Pitstick Development Director llSSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HillS, TEXAS INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2002-109 -*- Date: July 22, 2002 T Subject: Consider Changes to Sign Ordinance A Presentation was given to City Council on May 28 regarding changes to the current sign ordinance. Staff has prepared an ordina~ce revision to the sign regulations. The primary changes at this time deal with Wall Signs, Monument Signs, Pole Signs, Temporary Portable Signs, Fueling Station Canopy Signs, and Window Advertising Signs This is a first step in revising the sign ordinance. Several other clarifications will need to be addressed in the future to allow for effective enforcement of this important aesthetic ordinance. The proposed changes are in line with area cities and promote consistency for allowing sign advertising for local businesses. We are recommending that pole signs be restricted to the freeway overlay district and large multi-tenant centers. Wall signs and monument signs are recommended to be consistent with area cities. One 'area that will require some explanation and clarification is the non conforming sign portion of the ordinance and will be brought back at a later date. We are restricted to state regulations in this area and are prohibited from requiring the removal of non-conforming signs without compensation. The City Staff and City Attorney are working closely together on this aspect to ensure the Council's direction is followed while complying with state law. We think the above mentioned changes support the Councils overall goals of Quality Development & Redevelopment yet allow for adequate advertising and exposure for our local businesses. Staff is recommending approval of this ordinance and would like to bring back further clarification and improvements to the Sign Ordinance in the near future. ~¡f L ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HillS, TEXAS RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO SIGN ORDINANCE WALL SIGNS - Recommending 15% of habitable wall space for a maximum of two wall fronts. Wall signs must be on the face of the building that has a street frontage or a public entrance. MONUMENT SIGNS - Recommending 7' high, 50 square foot sign, 75 square foot of sign structure area. POLE SIGNS - Recommending to only allow pole signs in the Freeway Overlay Zone and Major Development centers above 200,000 square feet. Freeway signs could be 65 feet high and up to 400 square feet, Multi-tenant centers could have one pole sign 25 feet high with 100 square foot of sign area. TEMPORARY PORTABLE SIGNS - Recommending 10 days twice a year per business. FUELING STATION CANOPY SIGNS - Clarifying to allow only two faces of canopy with 25% of canopy face for sign area. No fuel pricing or changeable letter signs allowed. WINDOW ADVERTISING - Recommending regulations for allowing up to 25% of windows. No permit is required for window signs. INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No.IR 2002-112 --*-- Date: --r Subject: July 22,2002 Proposed Solid Waste Service Contract For the last several weeks, the City staff has been negotiating with Trinity Waste Services regarding an extension of Trinity's existing contract with the City. Our existing contract with Trinity provides that the City and Trinity have the option of extending for two terms of two additional years if satisfactory terms and conditions can be met. Staff is prepared to present to you the results of the negotiation and present overall highlights in the Pre-Council meeting to explain more thoroughly the areas of change and improvement. We will be prepared at the Pre-Council meeting to discuss proposals for the contract, which are also included on the formal agenda for Council consideration. Greg Vick will be responsible for the primary overview of this item. Respectfully Submitted, , ~J~ Larry J. cUnninghaU City Manager LJC/ag [ ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS --- NI~H CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MEMO TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Larry J. Cunningham, City Manager SUBJECT: Unsolicited Proposal - IESI Corporation DATE: July 22, 2002 CMM#2002-051 REF: This afternoon about 3:00 P.M., four representatives of IESI Corporation, which provides solid waste services, requested to meet with Greg Vick and me to present to us a proposal for waste services in our City. They are requesting that the Council award a contract to them or solicit proposals. I am attaching four sheets from their very lengthy proposal that outlines in a summary fashion their cost proposal. They are indicating in this that they will guarantee that we will save $1,200,000 over the next four years if we accept their proposal. They indicate this is approximately 10% savings across the board. The proposal further guarantees an additional $100,000 savings per year compared to the most recent proposal submitted by Trinity. You can also see that they are indicating that they will provide the same type of services that Trinity proposes and will provide a performance bond guaranteeing the proposal in the amount of $1 ,000,000. Since we received this at such a late hour, it is difficult for us at this time to tell you the exact dollar savings on residential. It does appear that it would be somewhere around 30¢ per month cheaper than what is being currently proposed for Trinity. We will do further analysis and hopefully be able share more information by the time of the Council meeting this evening. We have communicated this to Trinity so that they will be familiar with what is being presented. Again, we will give you more information, but I wanted to share this quick information with you. Thank you, LJC/ag '~~ Larry- n - - ningham ' ' City Manager -~ .. . .....-'.-... """ -. I lEst Corporation July 22, 2002 Mr. Larry 1. Cunningham, City Manger City of North Richland Hills 7301 NE Loop 820 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 Re: Solid Waste Collection, Disposal and Recycling Services Dear Mr. Cunningham: IESI TX Corporation is both pleased and excited about the opportunity to provide solid waste collection, recycling and disposal services to the City of North Richland Hills. IESI is a "home grown" Tarrant County company with many senior level management personnel that are proud to call Tarrant County and North Richland Hills "home", ~ IESI is the 10th largest solid waste collection and disposal company in the United States. Our Corporate Headquarters, Fort Worth District Office, a hauling company and solid waste transfer station are located in Haltom City. We are proud to operate the only Type IV C&D Landfill (Ft. Worth C&D Landfill) in Tarrant County. We are also building a new operating facility in Haltom City which will be completed in March 2003. IESI is a fully integrated, non-hazardous solid waste services company dedicated to providing the highest quality collection, recycling, transportation and disposal services in an environmentally aware and cost effective manner. As it is with all of those municipalities IESI serves, we pledge to the City of North Richland Hills and it's residents the highest level of customer service along with a selection of disposal services that are second to none in the industry. Our Customer Satisfaction, Safety and Maintenance Programs are great assets to IESI as we deliver services to communities and businesses throughout the United States. I am confident in telling you that the City of Fort North Richland Hills will notice a marked improvement in the delivery of solid waste collection, recycling and disposal services in your community through the award of this critical, sensitive and high profile contract to IESl People do, in fact, make the difference, and, I am certain that you will find IESI's people to be the very best. IESI has several key management personnel who are very familiar with the City of North Richland Hills solid waste services. Mickey Flood, President & CEO; Jeff Peckham, Region Vice President, Robert Kneis, District Manager; Tom Pate, Special Projects Manager; Norm Bulaich, Municipal Marketing Manager; and Junior Florez, Commercial Supervisor have had responsibility for North Richland Hills solid waste collection services during the past 2 decades. 6125 AIRPORT FRE€lNAY. SUITE 202 . HALTOM CITY. TEXAS 76117 . (817) 314-5800 . (888) 734-8678 . FAX (817) 314-5238 @ Printed or; Recycled PapM' ,. II...· ,I.. p E It · ~ · · · II II It = it it , , · · · · · · · · · · · It I · · IESI "gives back" to those communities in which we serve by the donation of our time and service to a full range of community services and organizations. Our people value greatly their work with area schools, Chambers of Commerce, Meals-on- Wheels, senior citizen programs, the local YMCA and community clean-up programs, just to name a few. IESI - South Texas District received the Keep Texas Beautiful BusinesslLeadership Award for 2000-2001 and the Frisco Chamber of Commerce named IESI the Business of the Year in 2001. IESI has provided both jobs and vendor opportunities in the Tarrant County community for years. Through our contract with the City of North Richland Hills we look forward to expanding these employment and business opportunities. We at IESI take great pride in the "fact" that customer service, to both the City of North Richland Hills and it's citizens, is paramount in our corporate thought process. We take the delivery of environmental services very seriously. Our management team goes to great lengths to insure that this thought process carries down to our most important asset - the excellent employees at IES!. In closing, we are aware and appreciative of the great time and effort put forth by city leaders and staff in evaluating your communities solid waste services needs and extending this opportunity to IESI to submit our proposal. Upon review, should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me personally to address your questions or concerns. Office: (817) 759-4775 Mobile: (817) 821-6622 Respectfully submitted, ~a-- Tom Brown Chief Operating Officer IESI Corporation J:i!~ Vice President - South Region CORPORATE RESOLUTION Jeff Peckham, Vice President and Region Manager, is only authorized by lESI TX CORPORATION to sign the Proposal for Residential Solid Waste Collection, Recycling and Disposal Services, assured by the City of North Richland Hill. lESI TX CORPORATION is authorized to enter into a contract for Residential Solid Waste Collection and Recycling and Disposal Services, if awarded such contract. Stephen Moody ~an~ Corporate Controller ~: 6125 AIRPORT FREEWAY. SUITE 202· HALTOM CITY. TEXAS 76117 . (817) 314-5800 . (888) 734-8678 . FAX (817) 314-5238 @ Printed on Recycled Paper .. :<;"~". ... ~lidr,;" ' " '~". '. ~":"It: . ..-,'/:':". ~:, .,> .,,: ..' 1.~ · é' · · ~- l' . .~,.. lit :::: III,,: -- ,:' ."" .~-".- · · .. · · · · It It , · · · · · · · t t Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ Þ I ¿'" "A:.., ~ City of North Richland Hills Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services Cost Proposal · IESI PROPOSES TO PROVIDE THE SAME SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES WHICH THE CURRENT HAULER PROVIDES TO THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS FOR A SAVINGS OF (10 %) TEN PERCENT. THIS EQUATES TO A ESTIMATED SAVINGS OF $1,200,000 OVER THE PROPOSED FOUR (4) YEAR CONTRACT PERIOD, · IESI'S PROPOSAL GUARANTEES AN ADDITIONAL $100,000 SAVINGS PER YEAR VERSUS THE MOST RECENT PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY THE CURRENT HAULER. · IESI WILL PROVIDE A PERFORMANCE BOND GUARANTEEING OUR PROPOSAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000. · IESI WILL SIGN A ONE-YEAR CONTRACT, WITH AN OPTION FOR 5 YEARS, UPON MUTUAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS AND IESI. THIS MEANS THE CITY WILL HAVE UP TO ONE YEAR TO INSURE IESI PROVIDES SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE AS DEFINED IN THE NEW CONTRACT. · IESI WILL AGREE TO A FAVORED NATIONS CLAUSE FOR THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, SHOULD THE CITY MUTUALLY AGREE TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT FOR AN ADDITIONAL FIVE YEARS. · IESI WILL PROVIDE 60 FREE ROLL OFF LOADS, AS DESIGNATED BY THE CITY. · IESI' WILL PROVIDE FREE COMMERCIAL SERVICE TO ALL CITY FACILITIES. THIS WILL ALSO INCLUDE NRH20. · IESI WILL ACCEPT ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS STATED IN THE CURRENT SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING AGREEMENT. . " INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 2002-107 ,. ~ Date: ~ Subject: July 22, 2002 North Richland Hills 50th Anniversary The City of North Richland Hills will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2003. To commemorate this historic occasion, a series of events and activities will be planned to celebrate the city's history as well as its future. It is recommended that Council appoint a "Celebration Committee" of approximately eight community and businesses members to work with city staff in event planning, organization, community involvement and fund raising. Although funds have been included in the 2002/03 proposed budget, we anticipate additional private sector funding will be needed. We have attached a list of potential "Celebration Committee" members that will hopefully assist -you in your selection process. It is recommended that the Mayor appoint a committee chair. In preparation for the 50th Anniversary, the initial planning committee researched several other municipal anniversary celebrations. Some of the ideas gathered from the research are included in our suggestions for consideration. The initial planning committee saw merit in planning several events over a 5-month period to celebrate the anniversary with the possibility of ending with a large culminating event. This would allow everyone from the community to hopefully participate in at least one event. Below are some initial thoughts that can be further explored upon the appointment of the "Celebration Committee." '- · Celebrate North Richland Hills Heritage and History Use of the City's Web site with · History of North Richland Hills · North Richland Hills Trivia · Scrapbook- Interactive with the public for sharing personal stories and photos · Remember When? - A look at the past from the 1950's to the current day · Tie in the marketing and dedication of the upcoming seven neighborhood parks with the 50th Anniversary. · Commission a "significant" piece of public art as a gift to the citizens. The 50th Anniversary Planning Committee and the Public Art Committee will make recommendations on possible locations for the public art. Two possible locations are the park site at Industrial and Holiday Lane and Linda Spurlock Park. · Tie in the marketing of the Spring Lotta Night Music Concert Series with the 50th Anniversary. Each concert would represent a different decade. L ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS I "- . . · Explore a partnership with BISD for producing a theatrical production of the last 50 years as a kickoff for the 50th Anniversary. This may include the Richland Rebellaires for a Musical Review. . Time Capsule Dedication · Marketing Campaign including a 50th Anniversary logo. commemorative shirts, mugs, etc. . Large culminating event perhaps tied in with July 4th · Main stage entertainment - featuring 2-3 headliner bands · Children's Expo - featuring face painters, balloon artists, clowns, jump houses and other activities . Parade · Fireworks Extravaganza - (if tied in the July 4th) the event's grand finale will be a first-class fireworks display. The show will cap off the day's events with a 25-mintue full aerial display of dramatic colors and inspirational sounds. The planning committee offers these suggestions for consideration and would appreciate additional thoughts and ideas. Respectfully submitted, d;¡éM& Vickie Loftice Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation 1 ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS Suggestions for Celebration Committee We have thought of the following people who are active in the community and might want to assist on the committee. These were only suggestions of people with different talents that might be of benefit to the 50th Anniversary events. Tommy Brown Hardy Sanders Evalyn Lochridge Anna Riehm Don Dodson C.A. Sanford Robert Harrison Charles and Polly Brinkley Emily Ward Ruth Ann Smith Richard Davis Avis Crisp Cindy Martin Sandy Bartek Robin McClure Former Mayor and volunteer Bates Container Historical Committee and volunteer North Hills Hospital HEB Hospital and volunteer Former City Manager Summit Bank Liberty Bank and volunteers Former Boards and Commissions/volunteer Signs Now Lift Aids, Inc., and volunteer Library Board Former business owner and volunteer Retired business owner Former Pia of BISD and volunteer Special Presentation - Recognition of Outgoing Board & Commission Members The Board Members who have either recently resigned or whose terms expired in June and were not reappointed by Council will be recognized for their service at the Council meeting. The following Board Members have been invited to the Council meeting so that the City Council may express their appreciation and present each with a plaque. Doug Blue Planning & Zoning Commission Capital Improvement Advisory Committee July 1998 - May 2002 Roberts Marks Civil Service Commission July 1998 - June 2002 Roxanne Bryant Board of Appeals July 1998 - June 2002 Mary Norwood Board of Appeals September 1987 - June 2002 Smitty Clevenger Civil Service Commission July 1998 - June 2002 Don Pultz Planning & Zoning Commission Capital Improvement Advisory Committee July 2001 - June 2002 Dave Davis Park & Rec Facilities Dev. Corp. July 1998 - June 2002 Ryan Shiflet Teen Court Advisory Board June 2001 - June 2002 Robin Eddins Park & Recreation Board May 2001 - June 2002 Patsy Tucker Beautification Commission September 1991 - April 2002 Rick Enlow Board of Adjustment July 1998 - June 2002 Dennis York Civil Service Commission July 1992 - June 2002 Kathy Graves Teen Court Advisory Board June 1996 - July 2002 Craig Zemmin Library Board July 2001 - June 2002 Rick Graves Town Hall Committee June 1996 - July 2002 Dwayne Leslie Park and Recreation Board July 1998 - June 2002 Y ARD-OF-THE-MONTH July AREA 1 Jack & Vonnie Sutherland, 6616 Onyx Dr. N. Sherry Morgan 589-7764 AREA 2 Andv & Amv Pitts, 7021 Brilev Jerry Hilliard 577.3640 AREA 3 Wayne & Cindy Haves, 6617 Meadow RidQe Tammy Joyce 281 .4882 AREA 4 Charles Huber, 6200 Abbott Ave. Cher S. Paris 581 .1522 994.6778 AREA 5 Victor & Sonia RodriQuez, 6129 RoarinQ SprinQs Rhonda Dolan 498.5963 AREA 6 Grace M. Null, 6433 Little Ranch Rd. Charlie & Jerry Smith 577.9102 AREA 7 John & Debbie Rehder, 8661 Madison Dr. Tracy Andrews 514.6819 AREA 8 Gene & Ruth Pruitt, 7025 Daleview Tr. Scott Wood 253.0697 485-9250 (H) AREA 9 Dan & Ariane Recchia, 7820 Clover Leaf Dr. Theresa Hampton 428.1672 (h) 972.915.9558 (w) Texas SmartScape Charlie & POppy Mellard, 6805 North Oaks Dr. Summary of Proclamation For Councilwoman Johnson to summarize the proclamation: · July is recognized as National Parks and Recreation Month by the National Parks and Recreation Association · Parks and Recreation provides: · opportunities for people to come together · outlet for physical activities, socialization and stress reduction · parks, playgrounds, nature trails, open spaces and recreation facilities · positive impact on social, economic, health and environmental quality of community Now, I do therefore proclaim the month of July as: Parks and Recreation Month in the City of North Richland Hills and urge all citizens to celebrate by participating in one of the many leisure pursuits available in our city, by our NRPA Gold Medal Award Winning Parks and Recreation Department. 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M~'ior MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE PRE-COUNCIL ROOM AT CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - JULY 8, 2002 -6:00 P.M. Present: Oscar Trevino Frank Metts, Jr. Lyle E. Welch Scott Turnage JoAnn Johnson David Whitson Joe D. Tolbert Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Larry J. Cunningham Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples John Pitstick Larry Koonce Mike Curtis Jenny Mabry Steve Brown Thomas Powell City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager City Secretary Assistant City Secretary City Attorney Director of Development Finance Director Public Works Director Communications Director Library Director Support Services Director ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. DISCUSS ITEMS No discussion. FROM REGULAR JULY 8, 2002 CITY COUNCIL MEETING IR 2002-096 Mr. Gary Hulcy, Hulcy & Associates, and Mr. DEMONSTRATION Patrick McEnvoy, Commercial Western Realty, OF PROPOSED were present along with other project BUILDING representatives. Council was advised of Mr. MATERIALS FOR McEnvoy's request to remodel the building REMODELING OF façade of a small retail center located at 8200 RETAIL CENTER IN Bedford Euless Road. Mr. McEnvoy is THE 8200 BLOCK requesting to be allowed to use Sto Classic and I OF BEDFORD- Sto Classic High Impact EFIS material as an I EULESS ROAD alternative to masonry for the facade. Council Pre Council Minutes July 8, 2002 Page 2 was given a demonstration of the impact strength of the material. Concerns raised by the Council and addressed by the project representatives were water intrusion issues, reason masonry could not be used and the placement of the material on the existing structure. On the regular agenda the Council took action on the request for a SUP permit to allow the use of the material at the retail center. NAN IR 2002-97 Mayor Pro Tem Metts reported on his DISCUSS attendance at a recent Chamber meeting in NORTHEAST which a proposed Northeast Tarrant Quality of .TARRANT COUNTY Life Foundation was discussed. The QUALITY OF LIFE Foundation would be a collective effort by the FOUNDATION cities of North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, Watauga and Haltom City, the Birdville Independent School District and the Chamber. The purpose would be to market, help promote and improve the image and quality of life for the northeast area. Each entity would contribute equally. Council was advised that accountability would be important and plans were to establish quarterly reports, for each city to be represented by an elected official and one staff member, and an annual meeting is under consideration to present a formal annual report to all entities involved. Mr. Bob Hamilton, Chamber President, was also present to comment on the Foundation and address Council concerns. After discussion and questions, Council was in favor of pursuing the collective effort keeping in mind the accountability and funds being used specifically for marketing and improving image. J.PitsticklS.Norwood IR 2002-099 Mr. Pitstick briefed the Council on the REVIEW PLAN TO development of an economic strategic plan. DEVELOP Requests for Proposals were sent out and TIP ECONOMIC Development Strategies has been selected as DEVELOPMENT the consultant. TIP is proposing a work plan STRATEGY that will identify the top three opportunities for prioritizing future economic development activities. They are proposing to conduct three focus group meetings to develop three specific strateqies. Plans are to involve the Planning & Pre Council Minutes July 8,2002 Page 3 Zoning Commission and City Council. Each Council member will be asked to respond to a survey to help prioritize activities and to meet as a group with TIP. Tentative dates under consideration for the group meetings are August 5 and August 21. The goal is to submit a final recommendation to Council on September 9. J.Pitstick/S.Norwood IR 2002-100 Mr. Steve Brown, Library Director, updated the DISCUSS LOANED Council on the public arts program. Council was ART PROGRAM advised of the various loaned artworks currently on display at City Hall, the Tennis Center, and the Library. The Public Art Committee is moving forward with developing a master plan for public art and drafting a mission statement, goals and objectives for the program. Committee is also working towards receiving public input on the public art planned at the new neighborhood parks and other opportunities. The Committee will be presenting Council with a progress report at a future date. NAN IR 2002-101 Mr. Vick advised that Staff had not yet reached DISCUSS an agreement with Trinity Waste Systems and CONTRACT that action on this item should be held until a RENEWAL FOR later date. A report or contract will be brought SOLID WASTE back to Council on July 22. G.Vick SERVICES ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino announced at 6:41 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to the regular Council meeting Oscar Trevino - Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson - City Secretary MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - JULY 08, 2002 - 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order July 08, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Oscar Trevino Frank Metts, Jr. Lyle E. Welch Scott Turnage JoAnn Johnson David Whitson Joe D. Tolbert Mayor Mayor Pro T em Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney 2. INVOCATION Councilwoman Johnson gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilwoman Johnson led the pledge of allegiance. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION- Mayor Pro Tem Metts introduced Mr. Carolyn Dorin-Ballard. Ms. Ballard is a citizen of North Richland Hills who has bowled professionally for 12 years. Ms. Ballard was City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 2 nominated for an ESPY Award in Best Bowler Category that will be announced July 10th on ESPN. Mr. Metts presented Ms. Ballard with a certificate of recognition and a basket of NRH memorabilia on behalf of the Mayor and City Council. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 6. CONSENT AGENDA A. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 2002 B. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 2002 C. PW 2002-010 APPROVE ANNUAL INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH TARRANT COUNTY FOR NORTH PARKWAY - RESOLUTION NO. 2002-059 MAYOR PRO TEM METTS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN WHITSON TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 7. GN 2002-081 PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT AND APPROVAL APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Chief Tom Shockley advised council that The United States Department of Justice has approved the City's 2002 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG) application and award. The Advisory Board recommends that the funds be used for the purchase of and replacement of electronic surveillance equipment. The electronic surveillance equipment was originally purchased under a grant in 1985. Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to make comments to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2002-081. COUNCILMAN WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 3 8. GN 2002-082 CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE CLOSING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF AMUNDSON DRIVE EAST SOUTH OF PEBBLE CREEK DRIVE - ORDINANCE NO. 2637 APPROVED Mr. Jeff Miles, representing applicant, advised council that this particular closing is part of the Home Town NRH Addition (formerly North Richland Hills TownCenter). The portion is on northern, northwestern portion of the tract that is for plat (PS 2002-12) consideration tonight. As applicant proceeds north they will abandon further portions of this particular roadway as they move north to the platting. Councilman Whitson confirmed applicant's plan to abandon further north up to Mid Cities Boulevard. Mr. Miles confirmed that they would be abandoning the roadway and replacing with roadway located directly to the east. Mr. Pitstick advised council that this item did not go to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Staff does not have any problem with request and it does follow with development plan for the Home Town development. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2002-082, ORDINANCE No. 2637. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 9. PS 2002-12 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM ARCADIA HOLDINGS INC. FOR THE APPROVAL OF A FINAL PLAT OF HOME TOWN NRH WEST-PHASE II ADDITION (LOCATED NORTH AND SOUTH OF THE 8400-8600 BLOCKS OF BRIDGE STREET; 25.9 ACRES) APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on staff to summarize request. Mr. Pitstick informed council that the purpose of the plat is to prepare an additional residential phase of the Home Town NRH project for development. Sixty of the lots will be located south of Bridge Street and forty lots north of Bridge Street. The request does meet the Comprehensive Plan and the current zoning is Town Center Zoning. Mr. Pitstick informed council that an extension of Newman Drive is proposed into the City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 4 development as Ball Park Road. This extension will cross underneath existing TU overhead utility lines. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at their June 13 meeting. Mr. Jeff Miles, representing applicant, advised council that there are several easements that they are working with TESCO to get a grant for the extension of Newman Drive. Mr. Miles is confident that grant from TESCO will be obtained. Councilman Whitson noticed several lots that are less than 50 feet in width. Councilman Whitson asked if these lots were going to be town homes or regular residential plots. Mr. Miles informed council that it was his understanding that the lots would be regular residential plots. Mr. Miles advised council they would be patio homes and not town homes. Councilwoman Johnson asked if applicant foresees platting for future businesses. Mr. Miles advised council that there have been several plats on the east side that have been approved for business development. Mr. Miles advised that Mr. Dan Quinto was available to address council questions. Mr. Quinto informed council that Arcadia is working with staff to get approval on a conceptual plan for project that is called "Crescent" which is along Davis Boulevard. Mr. Quinto has prospects to move into the commercial units. The idea of the units is that they are available for both sale and lease to attract small business owners. Councilman Tolbert asked Mr. Miles if they are working with TESCO for the off-site drainage easements. Mr. Miles confirmed that they are waiting for a response from TESCO. Councilman Tolbert informed Mr. Miles that council was told that documents from TESCO would need to be received before council considered the plat. George Staples, City Attorney, advised council that staff has talked about it internally as well. Staff will not be able to issue building permits until the easement is resolved; as all the off-site easements are necessary to this development. Councilman Tolbert wanted to be sure that council could legally hold the issuance of permits until the easement is granted. Mr. Staples said that staff feels confident that the applicant will get approval from TESCO. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 5 Councilman Tolbert asked if staff is recommending that council approve without the off- site drainage easement. Mr. Cunningham advised Councilman Tolbert that the city could hold the issuance of any building permits until the off-site drainage is completed. Mayor Trevino asked that anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE PS 2002-12 A FINAL PLAT OF HOME TOWN NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PHASE 2 ADDITION SUBJECT TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS WITH THE CONDITION THAT STAFF HOLD THE BUILDING PERMITS UNTIL APPROVAL FROM TESCO. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 10. PS 2002-24 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM REBEL PROPERTIES III LTD. FOR THE APPROVAL OF A FINAL PLATS OF LOTS 1-15, BLOCK 1 GLENWYCK VILLAS PHASE II ADDITION (LOCATED IN THE 6600 BLOCK OF HARMONSON ROAD; 3.71 ACRES) APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Mark Wood, applicant, advised council that the purpose of the request is to plat an existing lot (Lot 4, Block 3 Nortex Addition) and two tracts into 15 lots for residential development. Mr. Wood is aware of a question raised regarding a general easement on the property. On the eastern two tracts there is a blanket easement from Lone Star Gas now Oncor involving a gas pipeline that runs north and south through the middle of the property. Oncor has agreed to define it as a 30-foot wide easement, which would be somewhat down the middle of the property on the east side of the road out in front of the building. Mr. Wood advised council that the setback line is set back an additional five feet. The pipeline is a minimum of six feet deep and deeper than six feet in some points. Oncor is in the process of finalizing the documentation to redefine the easement. Mayor Pro Tern Metts asked Mr. Wood if he had the documents from Oncor. Mr. Wood advised council that they have been working with Oncor for the last three months. Oncor's engineering department is reviewing the final detail work. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 6 Mr. Staples advised council that staff would not issue any permits until staff has received the final documents from Oncor. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the request is a replat of an established area of town and creates new lots in the southern area of the city. The only issue is the clarification of the gas easement encroachment. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at their June 13 meeting. Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to speak in favor of request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to speak in opposition to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. MAYOR PRO TEM METTS MOVED TO APPROVE PS 2002-24. COUNCILMAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 11. PS 2002-25 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM CLAYTON SIDES FOR THE APPROVAL OF A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 9R, BLOCK 23 KINGSWOOD ESTATES ADDITION (LOCATED AT 7529 ACTS COURTS; .48 ACRES) APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Clayton Sides, applicant, advised council that the purpose of this replat is to tie two pieces of property together and abandon easement in the rear of the lot to have an opportunity to construct a pool for his family. Mr. Pitstick advised council that there is an existing easement that will be abandoned as part of this replat. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at their June 13 meeting. Mayor Trevino called for comments in favor of request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino called for comments opposed to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT MOVED TO APPROVE PS 2002-25. COUNCILMAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 7 12. PS 2002-27 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM DAVID POKLUDA REPRESENTING ALAMO HOMES, FOR THE APPROVAL OF A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 21R, BLOCK 1 RICHFIELD AT THE PARKS ADDITION (LOCATED AT 7709 CHANDLER COURT; 0.82 ACRES) APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Pokluda, applicant, discovered that the building line was too tight to and could not appropriately fit the house. Applicant found that the lot would fit for a 20 foot building lot and staff accommodated applicant. Mr. Pokluda felt it would be best to replat property so the customer would not have a problem selling the house in the future should he decide to sell. Mr. Pitstick advised council that there is an existing home on this property. Staff realized that there was a home built with a 20-foot building line. Since city ordinance allowed 20-foot building line staff allowed him to proceed with development of the home with the fact that he would come in for a replat. The Planning and Zoning Commission did recommend approval of this item at their June 13 meeting. Mayor Trevino called for comments in favor of request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino called for comments opposed to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE MOVED TO APPROVE PS 2002-27. MAYOR PRO TEM METTS SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 13. PZ 2002-11 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST BY A. PATRICK McENVOY REPRESENTING COMMERCIAL WESTERN REALTY FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SUP) IN A C-1 AND C-2 DISTRICTS TO ALLOW THE USE OF BUILDING MATERIALS OTHER THAN THOSE PERMITTED BY SECTION 605 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (LOCATED IN THE 8200 BLOCK OF BEDFORD EULESS ROAD - ORDINANCE NO. 2638) APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 8 Mr. Patrick McEnvoy, applicant, summarized item for council and was available to answer council questions. Mr. Pitstick advised council this item is a formal request for a Special Use Permit (SUP) to use a form of EFIS (Sto Classic and Sto Classic High Impact) on an existing retail strip center on Bedford Euless Road. The applicant is adding some landscaping to property. The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled item once to have a formal demonstration and finally recommended with the stipulation that the landscaping on the site plan shall be included as part of the approval. Councilman Whitson asked if this material needs any footing because his understanding it is attached to an existing wall and does not need any footing at all. Mr. Pitstick is of the same understanding. Staff understands that there are some metal studs that they will have to erect to attach to. Keith Fulton, architect (Addison Design Group), advised council that it will attach to the existing structure. Two columns will be put up in the center section, which is basically for support and wind loading stability. Councilman Tolbert wanted to know if the applicant would be using the same material on the north side that faces Bedford Euless Road to match the face of the building. Anthony Hulcy of Hulcy Construction pointed out to council that the Sto finish (the actual texture - finish and look) can be applied straight to the concrete tilt walls. So when they are done the texture, color and everything will wrap around the entire building. The building will have the same finish and look around the building. Councilman Tolbert asked if there is something that they can put in the SUP that will track the language given by Mr. Hulcy. Mr. Pitstick advised council that a note can be put on the site plan that the textured surface would be on all four surfaces. Staff prefers to have the note on the site plan so the ordinance does not need to be changed. Mr. Staples informed council that staff prefers to have notation on site plan because staff enforces certain requests of council by the site plan. A notation on the site plan can be added to that affect. Councilman Tolbert clarified that Mr. Hulcy would put up EFIS and on top of the EFIS will be a texture. The texture will continue on the existing material. Mr. Hulcy informed council the actual finish (aggregate and the colorant) that goes over the top of EFIS system can be applied to the concrete tilt wall. The finish will have the City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 9 same appearance in the front, side and back of the building. It will be a uniform appearance all the way through. Mayor Trevino asked anyone wishing to speak in favor to come forward. There being no one wishing to address council, Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to speak in opposition to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE PZ 2002-11. ORDINANCE No. 2638 WITH A NOTICE THAT A NOTATION WOULD BE PUT ON THE SITE PLAN THAT ALL SIDES WILL BE FINISHED WITH STONE MATERIAL TO MATCH. Mr. McEnvoy informed council that he is not economically able to finish all sides of the building. Mr. McEnvoy is willing to put the finish on the north side of the building. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON REVISED HER MOTION SO ONLY THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING WILL BE FINISHED WITH STONE MATERIAL TO MATCH THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING. MAYOR TREVINO CORRECTED COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON IN THAT IT WOULD NOT BE STONE MATERIAL. BUT IT WOULD BE THE SAME FINISH IN TEXTURE AND COLOR AS THE FACE OF THE BUILDING. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON ACCEPTED THE CORRECTION. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 14. PZ 2002-16 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING R-3 ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS (TABLED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AT THEIR 6/27/02 MEETING) TABLED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on staff to give a summary of the issue. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the Planning and Zoning Commission tabled this case at their June 27th meeting. Mayor Trevino asked Mr. Pitstick if the case should be discussed since there was no recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mayor Trevino said the public hearing would be opened and a motion would be entertained to table the item. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 10 Mr. Cunningham agreed with Mayor Trevino in that it would not be appropriate to discuss since the Planning and Zoning did not forward a recommendation. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the Planning and Zoning Commission did have some questions. Staff hopes to have a recommendation to bring back to council. Mr. Pitstick advised council that staff would need to re-advertise the public hearing and staff would not recommend council specify a date to hear the public hearing. Mayor Trevino advised council that he would leave the public hearing open and entertain a motion to table the public hearing until a formal recommendation is received from Planning and Zoning Commission. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO TABLE PZ 2002-16 UNTIL COUNCIL GETS A RECOMMENDATION FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AND TO LEAVE THE PUBUC HEARING OPEN. COUNCILMAN WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. Councilman Tolbert voiced his disappointment with the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Tolbert was also concerned about Mr. Cunningham's statement that it would not be appropriate to act on item. Mr. Cunningham advised Councilman Tolbert that under State Law the council can not act on a zoning case until they receive a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission whether the recommendation be for or against item. Council can initiate a zoning case, but can not act on this or any other issue unless the Planning and Zoning Commission makes a recommendation. Councilman Tolbert reiterated to Mr. Pitstick that he would like to see a vote this Thursday from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Pitstick advised council that he does not believe that the Planning and Zoning Commission is purposely holding the item. The Planning and Zoning Commission had some questions as the way the item was presented. The Planning and Zoning Commission would like to move forward with a formal recommendation. Mayor Pro Tem Metts concurred with Councilman Tolbert that this item is an urgent matter and was disappointed that the Planning and Zoning Commission did not forward a recommendation. Motion to table carried 6-0. City Council Minutes July 08. 2002 Page 11 15. GN 2002-083 APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPROVED Ms. Patricia Hutson read the following nominations. Beautification Commission Alternate Place 2 Place 4 Place 6 Board of Adjustment Place 2 Alternate Place 4 Place 6 Holly Bullington Jeanne Lueck Monique Hester Kathy Luppy term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 Perry Christensen term expires 6/30/2004 Fonda Kunkel term expires 6/30/2004 Beth Davis term expires 6/30/2004 Substandard Building Board (Formerly Board of Appeals) Place 2 Cheryl Hammonds term expires 6/30/2004 Place 4 Phillip Orr term expires 6/30/2004 Place 6 Michael Augustin term expires 6/30/2004 Library Board Alternate Place 2 Place 4 Place 6 Park & Recreation Board Alternate Place 2 Place 4 Place 6 Kathy Lischio Antzopik term expires 6/30/2004 Janet Ball term expires 6/30/2004 Kay Schmidt term expires 6/30/2004 Lynn Waller term expires 6/30/2004 Kim Kirby Janie McGuigan Marlin Miller Fred Durko term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 Planning & Zoning Commission and Capital Improvement Advisory Committee Alternate John Lewis term expires 6/30/2004 Place 2 Bill Schopper term expires 6/30/2004 Place 4 Ted Nehring term expires 6/30/2004 Place 6 James Laubacher term expires 6/30/2004 Teen Court Advisory Board Place 2 Place 4 Place 6 Janet Golightly Luci Wolfe Cindy Ward term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2004 City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 12 Ms. Hutson advised council they needed to act on the recommendations to Places 2, 4, 6 and Alternate on the City's Boards & Commissions. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPOINT THE MEMBERS TO PLACES 2, 4, 6 AND ALTERNATE TO THE CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 16. GN 2002-084 APPOINTMENTS TO CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION APPROVED Ms. Patricia Hutson advised council that Mayor Trevino is recommending the following appointments to the Civil Service Commission. Place 1 Place 2 Place 4 Place 5 Alternate Alternate Sally (Hackfeld) Bustamante Thomas Peterson Don Dodson Robert Harrison Dick Bartek Brent Barrow term expires 6/30/2003 term expires 6/30/2003 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2005 term expires 6/30/2003 term expires 6/30/2003 COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2002-084. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 17. GN 2002-086 APPOINTMENTS TO COUNCIL COMMITTEES/BOARDS APPROVED Mayor Trevino informed council that the Council Rules of Procedure states that the Mayor will appoint members to City Council committees, subject to the approval of the council. Ms. Hutson read the following recommendations from Mayor Trevino. Naming Committee terms will expire 10/31/03 Councilman David Whitson Councilman Joe Tolbert City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 13 Councilman Scott Turnage CIP Committee Councilman Lyle E. Welch Councilwoman JoAnn Johnson Councilman Joe Tolbert Mayor Oscar Trevino (Alternate) Mayor Trevino informed council that there are also several boards and council committees in which council nominates and approves appointments. Mayor Trevino advised council that he would entertain nominations for the Fort Worth Water Committee and the Fort Worth Wastewater Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Metts nominated Councilman Turnage as the voting member to the Fort Worth Water Committee and the Fort Worth Wastewater Committee. Mr. Cunningham advised council that the Crime Control & Prevention District Corporation Rules and Procedures state that appointments to this seven-member board are to be made by the council. Places 1 and 3 are currently vacant and the terms expire on September 1, 2002. Mayor Pro Tem Metts nominated Councilman Welch and Councilman Turnage to Places 1 and 3 on the Crime Control and Prevention District. Mr. Cunningham advised council that the Corporation's Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws for the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation state that the appointments to the Board of Directors are to be made by the council. Currently Places 1, 3, 5, and 7 are vacant. Mr. Cunningham pointed out that it would be desirable if the citizen member (Place 5 and 7) were members of the Park and Recreation Board Mayor Pro Tem Metts recommended Councilman Turnage to Place 3 and Brad Greene to Place 7. Councilman Turnage recommended Janie McGuigan to Place 5. Councilwoman Johnson recommended Councilman Whitson to Place 1. Mr. Cunningham informed council that all four positions have expired on the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. The committee is comprised of a licensed veterinarian, city official, city employee of the Animal Shelter and a representative from an Animal Welfare Organization. Due to the specific type of appointments needed to these places, it is recommended that the council reappoint the existing members to two year staggered terms. City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 14 Animal Control Shelter Advisory Committee Place 1 - Licensed Veterinarian Dr. Jed Ford Place 2 - City Official Lyle E. Welch Place 3 - Employee of Animal Shelter Don Sharp Place 4 - Representative from an Warren Cox Animal Welfare Organization term expires 6/30/2003 term expires 6/30/2004 term expires 6/30/2003 term expires 6/30/2004 ·COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO PASS GN 2002-086 AS DISCUSSED. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. *Item reconsidered later in meeting. 18. GN 2002-088 ORDINANCE RENEWING AND MODIFYING THE SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING CONTRACT WITH TRINITY WASTE SERVICES, INC. - ORDINANCE NO. 2636 POSTPONED Mr. Greg Vick, Assistant City Manager, informed council that staff is recommending that council postpone action on this item. 19. GN 2002-085 APPROVE RESOLUTION 2002-052 FOR SENATE BILL 5 AND PRELIMINARY AUDIT BY JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC. APPROVED Mr. Thomas Powell, Support Services Director, summarized item for council. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE GN 2002-085, RESOLUTION No. 2002-052. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 20. GN 2002-087 SUPPORT OF CURRENT PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - RESOLUTION NO. 2002-060 APPROVED City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 15 Mayor Pro Tem Metts informed council that he asked for this item to be included on the agenda due to a decision by a California Court. Mayor Trevino advised council that Resolution No. 2002-060 would communicate Council's support to the United States congressional delegation and other lawmakers of the importance of the pledge to our flag and government. MAYOR PRO TEM METTS MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON TO APPROVE RESOLUTION No. 2002-060. Motion to approve carried 6-0. *Council was advised that on agenda Item 17, the Place 3 vacant position on the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation was held by the former Mayor. Council should consider rescinding previous action and place Mayor Trevino on the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE MOVED TO RECONSIDER GN 2002-086. MAYOR PRO TEM METTS SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to reconsider carried 6-0. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE MOVED TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND BOARD AS DISCUSSED WITH THE EXCEPTION OF PLACE 3 ON THE PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND TO APPOINT MAYOR TREVINO TO PLACE 3. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 6-0. 21. A) CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mrs. Lou Baker, 8336 Odell, voiced her concern for the welfare of 28 Oak trees between her property and property owned by Sassy Homes. Councilman Welch requested staff to research and to place an item on the next Pre- Council agenda for council discussion. Mr. James Parker, 8300 Crystal Lane, recommended that there be more neighborhood parks/open space in his area of the city. B) INFORMATION AND REPORTS City Council Minutes July 08, 2002 Page 16 Councilman Tolbert made the following announcements- July 9th - 7:00pm Mood Indigo will be performing at the NRH Library CampQuest a new camp for children of families needing financial support for summer camp program began today. CampQuest takes place at Linda Spurlock Park and hours are 9:00am - 12:00 pm Monday through Thursday and 9:00am - 2:00pm on Friday. Please call 817-427-6600 for more information. July 9th - 10:00am Ribbon Cutting for Dan Echols newly remodeled center Councilwoman Whitson made the following announcements - July 12 Dive In Movie - "Jaws" NRHzO Water Park July 12 - 14 NRH Junior Championship Richland Tennis Center July 19 Dive In Movie - "Emperor's New Groove" NRHzO Water Park July 20 Critter Connection North Hills Mall 16. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m. Oscar Trevino - Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson - City Secretary - _..,<-'''~ .._..,~,-,~._--",--- .'1 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS .' \\. Department: Planning & Inspections Department Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Consideration of the request from Mr. Kae Son Ko for the Agenda Number: PS 2002-17 approval of the Final Plat of Lot 2, Block 1, Towne Oaks Addition located at 8015 Glenview Drive (.81 acres) I Case Summary: Mr. Kae Son Ko is requesting approval of the Preliminary Plat of Lot 2, Block 1 of the Towne Oaks Addition. The site is currently not platted. The applicant recently received approval of a PD site plan that included a self-serve gasoline facility with six pumps. Permits can not be issued for the proposed construction until the site has been platted. The Development Review Committee has reviewed the plat and has determined that it complies with both the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. Attached is a memo from the Public Works Department commenting on this submittal. Current Zoning: The current zoning of the site is PD Planned Development for all LR Local Retail uses including accessory gasoline sales. Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan indicates retail uses for this area. The proposed use is consistent with the Plan. "-- Right Of Way: No additional ROW is required for this development. Utilities: No issues concerning the extension of utilities to the site have been identified. Flood or Drainage: No portion of this lot is located within the 1 OO-year floodplain. No drainage issues have been identified by staff. Traffic/Access: A single 30' access point to Glenview Drive was approved on the applicant's PD site plan. Tree Preservation: The site currently has little or no vegetation. A landscape plan for the Glenview Drive frontage, however, was approved as part of the applicant's PD site plan. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission at their meeting on, June 27, 2002, recommended approval of PS 2002-17 by a vote of 7-0 with the following stipulation: Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GOlRev.) Operating Budget r Account Number Sufficient Funds A vailaðle Finance Director PS 2002-17 Towne Oaks Addition CC Page 1 of 2 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS \....... 1) That the Public Works Department receives plans for the required masonry screening wall prior to the plat being presented to the City Council. UPDATE: The applicant's contractor has submitted engineering plans for the screening wall and has held construction meetings with the Public Works Department staff since the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval. RECOMMENDATION: To approve PS 2002-17 a Final Plat of Lot 2, Block 1 Towne Oaks Addition. \..-. ~r CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM PS 2002-17 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM KAE SON KO FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLAT OF LOT 2, BLOCK 1 TOWNE OAKS ADDITION LOCATED AT 8015 GLENVIEW DRIVE (0.81 ACRES) APPROVED Planner Dave Green summarized the case. The applicant recently received approval of a PD site plan that included a self-serve gasoline facility with six pumps. Permits cannot be issued for the proposed construction until the site has been platted. Staff recommends approval. Mr. Welch, seconded by Mr. Laubacher, motioned to approve PS 2002-17 with the stipulation that we receive the masonry screening wall plan prior to going to City Council. The motion carried unanimously (7-0). .7 1_ R 1183G f; ,(j) I r-I2 ' ,J0 AC ~-! E I'I I 2 Y , ._. I - I ...,... I' e "TR 118JE ~¡! 1.. ~ ØA 1 ø· I cr: ,_ II I , I '..u I IT R. TR. , ./ I ( , 1 r :¡ I TR. ! ØA3 Gj 11M2 .. '.' .' ..... 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(I. 1 I ¡ ~ TRACT ql~ NltH Public Works / Administration r:ITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS June 21, 2002 MEMO TO: Dave Green, Planner FROM: Jon Lovell, E.I.T., Engineer Associate RE: TOWNE OAKS ADDITION; BLOCK 1, LOT 2; Final Plat PS2002-17 Public Works has reviewed the final plat submitted to this office on June 19, 2002. All comments have been addressed. Sincerely, JRL/smm/pw/2002-071 cc: Mike Curtis, P.E., Public Works Director PO. Box 820609 ... North Richland Hills, Texas 76182-0609 7301 Northeast Loop 820 ... (817) 427-6400 ... Fax (817) 427-6404 ·.:: . j Department: Parks and Recreation '-- CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CouncR Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Approve the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement Agenda Number:. GN2Qº~:9~ª with TxDOT for the Cotton belt Trail Supplement and Route Signs Phase II - Resolution No. 2002-061 The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) approved funding for the Cotton belt Trail Extension and Route Signs Phase II. The estimated cost for this phase of the trail project is $818,900. The Federal share is $646,932, and the City share is $171~968. The project includes design and construction funding to supplement the ISTEA funded Cotton belt Trail. The Master Advance Funding Agreement (MAFA) for all of the approved TEA-21 grant projects was approved by City Council at the March 27, 2000 meeting. The next step in implementing the Cottonbelt Trail Supplement and Route Signs Phase II is the execution of the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement (LPAFA). Upon adoption of the resolution approving the agreement, TxDOT requires $5,000 to be deposited in an escrow account. Once the LPAFA is executed, TxDOT funding for the project will be available to supplement the design and construction of the Cotton belt Trail project. "- Recommendation: To approve Resolution No. 2002-061 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the implementation of the Cottonbelt Trail Supplement and Route Signs Phase II project. Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number 125-0000-604.79-00/98-09-92-041 Sufficient Funds ~.~- '"~~~ Depa~ment Head Signature RESOLUTION NO. 2002-061 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF THE LOCAL PROJECT ADVANCE FUNDING AGREEMENT (LPAFA) WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COTTONBEL T TRAIL EXTENSION AND ROUTE SIGNS PHASE II PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; AND APPROVING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Intermodal Surface Transportation and Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) and the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) codified under Title 23 U.S.C. Section 101 et seq., authorize transportation programs to meet the challenges of protecting and enhancing communities and the natural environment and advancing the nation's economic growth and competitiveness; and WHEREAS, ISTEA and TEA-21 establish federally funded programs for transportation improvements to implement its public purposes; and WHEREAS, the City has approved the Master Advance Funding Agreement for implementation of the ISTEA and TEA-21 grant funded projects; and WHEREAS, the City had applied for and has been awarded CMAQ program grant funds for the Cotton belt Trail Extension and Route Signs Phase II project; and THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS HEREBY RESOLVES: SECTION I. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs its City Manager to execute the Local Project Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the implementation of the Cotton belt Trail Extension and Route Signs Phase II project; as the act and deed of the City. SECTION II. That this resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and approval. AND IT IS SO RESOLVED. PASSED AND APPROVED on the 22nd day of July 2002. By: ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVE A TO FORM AND LEGALITY: George Staples, C' y Attorney APPROVED' AS TO CONTENT: <C\\---~ Jim Browne, Director, Parks & Recreation CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS Oscar Trevino, Mayor " CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ~ ì Department: Finance Council Meeting Date: 7/22/2002 Agenda Number: PU 2002-O~8 ,---. Subject: Authorize Interlocal Purchasina Aareement with the City of Garland - Resolution No. 2002-063 The City of Garland is requesting to enter into an interlocal purchasing agreement with the City for the purchase of goods and services from vendors selected through the competitive bidding process. One type of bid being considered is for the tire truck that Council awarded November 26, 2001 (PU 2002-042). Council has authorized several of these interlocal agreements and they have been mutually beneficial to North Richland Hills and the other agencies because participation reduces the overalJ expense of soliciting bids and purchasing larger quantities also reduces cost. Each agency will place their orders and pay the vendors directly. North Richland Hills or the City of Garland may change or cancel the agreement with a 30-day written agreement. Recommendation: Authorize the interlocal agreement with the City of Garland and pass Resolution No. 2002-063 authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. \,,-- Finance Review Budget Director Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Paae 1 of RESOLUTION NO. 2002-063 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, that: 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the interlocal agreement with the City of Garland authorizing each City to purchase goods and services from vendors selected through the competitive bidding process. PASSED AND APPROVED this 22nd day of July 2002. APPROVED: Oscar Trevino Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: Attorney for the City APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Larry Koonce, Director of Finance COOPERATIVE PURCHASING INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT This Cooperative Purchasing Interlocal Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of the date written below between the City of Garland, Texas ("Garland") and the City of North Richland Hills, Texas ("N. Richland Hills"). WHEREAS, both Garland and N. Richland Hills have each determined a need for a cooperative agreement to purchase like goods and services to avoid duplicate procurement efforts and obtain the benefits of volume purchasing; and WHEREAS, Garland and N. Richland Hills are authorized by Section 271.102 of the Local Government Code and Section 791.025 of the Government Code to pursue mutually beneficial and cooperative purchasing programs; NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual obligations and benefits contained herein, Garland and N. Richland Hills agree as follows: SECTION 1. The purpose of this agreement is to provide Garland and N. Richland Hills with additional purchasing options by satisfying the provisions of Section 791.025 of the Government Code and Section 271.102 of the Local Government Code. SECTION 2. The parties agree that each of the parties shall respectively designate a person to act under the direction of, and on behalf of, the designating party (the "Designated Representatives"). SECTION 3. , At the request of the other party, a party that enters into a contract with a vendor for goods or services (the "First Purchasing Party") shall attempt to obtain the vendor's agreement to offer those goods and services to the other party (the "Second Purchasing Party") for the same price and on the same terms and conditions as have been offered to the First Purchasing Party. If the vendor so agrees, and if the Second Purchasing Party is agreeable to such terms and conditions, the Second Purchasing Party may enter into its own separate contract with the vendor for the purchase of such goods or services. SECTION 4. Unless otherwise agreed between the Designated Representatives, payments for a purchase made by the Second Purchasing Party shall be paid directly to the vendor and not to the First Purchasing Party. The Second Purchasing Party shall have the responsibility of determining whether the vendor has complied with any provisions in its contract with the vendor, including but not limited to those relating to the quality of items and terms of delivery, and shall be responsible for enforcement of its contract against the vendor, including all costs of enforcement. SECTION 5. Garland and N. Richland Hills agree to keep each other informed of any changes to the rules, regulations, or statutes which affect any purchase arrangement planned or in place between the parties. SECTION 6. This Agreement may be terminated by either party, without cause or penalty, upon not less than thirty days written notice to the other party. SECTION 7. If any term or provision of this Agreement is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the legality, validity or enforceability of the remaining terms or provisions of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and in lieu of each such illegal, invalid or unenforceable term or provision, the parties shall endeavor to agree to a legal, valid or enforceable term or provision as similar as possible to the term or provision declared illegal, invalid or unenforceable. SECTION 8. Execution of this agreement does not obligate Garland or N. Richland Hills to make any purchase, to pay any membership fee or to otherwise or in any manner incur any cost or obligation. SECTION 9. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument. EXECUTED this / f If! day of v~ ,2002. NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS THE CITY OF GARLAND, TEXAS Title: By: (V~ ~I O.!¿/? Title: ~,A1dNa.1 .~~ By: COOPERATIVE PURCHASING INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT PAGE 2 ... CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Support Services / Finance Council Meeting Date: 07/22/2002 Subject: Refurbishing of six 1999 Tahoes by Hudiburg Chevrolet not exceeding the amount of $105,000 Agenda Number: PU 2002-029 In the 2001-02 Budget, $105,000 was approved for refurbishing six 1999 Chevrolet Tahoes used in the patrol division of the Police Department. The City has had 17 police vehicles refurbished in the past by Shaheen Chevrolet in Lansing, Michigan. The vehicles have performed extremely satisfactory and have been well accepted by the Police Department. Due toa change in management and other issues Shaheen has downsized their refurbishing program. In the past year several local Chevrolet dealerships that at one time said they were not interested in refurbishing police vehicles have changed their position. Bids were solicited for refurbishing each vehicle with the major parts normally replaced during the process such as a new engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, emission components, and cooling system components. During the refurbishing process each Tahoe will be evaluated to determine the actual work needed to enable the vehicle to perform properly. All work performed will be evaluated and approved by City staff. Hudiburg Chevrolet Vandergriff Chevrolet Lynn Smith Chevrolet Graff Chevrolet James Wood Motors Champion Chevrolet $85,719 $87.000 $87,483 $89,178 $89,871 $77,970 (Not Recommended) Champion Chevrolet is located in Michigan and started during refurbishing after Shaheen Chevrolet downsized their operations. The client sheet that Champion sent to City staff was a copy of the client base from Shaheen Chevrolet. The space on the sheet that original showed the City of North Richland Hills was blank. The majority of the references contacted by City staff said that they had not heard of Champion Chevrolet. The customers that did have some refurbishing performed were not satisfied with the work. Champion has also stated that they will need approximately two months to handle the refurbishing and transporting of the vehicles. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget rnh~ Ç};¡p ~ Department Head Signature Account Number 510-7032-712.74-10 Sufficient Funds Aval a e cJ Page 1 of 2 r '~ CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS I The City of North Richland Hills has a very good working relationship with Hudiburg Chevrolet and Hudiburg is very familiar with our police vehicles and the special equipment. Having the vehicles refurbished by Hudiburg eliminates transporting the vehicles out of State and will allow City staff to monitor the refurbishing. To expedite the refurbishing process and to prevent delays it is necessary to have the total expenditure of $105,000 pre-approved. This will allow staff to approve the actual cost of refurbishing up to $105,000. The refurbishing program has worked well and does assist the City with a cost-effective vehicle program. Recommendation: To approve the expenditure not exceeding the amount of $1 05,000 to Hudiburg Chevrolet for the refurbishing of six 1999 Chevrolet Tahoes. -..-, CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM Page 2 of 2 " " CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department Public Works Councl Meeting Date: 07/22/02 Subject: Approve Final Pay Estimate NO.5 to Champion Coatinas. Agenda Number: PAY 2002-007 Inc. in the amount of $18,650 for Davis Boulevard Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation and Repainting This project consisted of repainting and rehabilitating the Davis Boulevard 2.0 million gallon elevated storage tank located on Davis Boulevard near Shady Grove Road. The project was awarded by Council on December 10, 2001 (PN 2001~021) to Champion Coatings, Inc. for $375,600.00. The final payment of $18,650 brings the total contract price to $373,000, which is $2,600.00 under the contract amount. The contractor substantially completed the project within the contract completion time. The project is now totally complete with all final adjustments having been made. Recommendation: To approve the final pay estimate NO.5 to Champion Coatings, Inc. in the amount of $18,650 for the Davis Boulevard Elevated Storage Tank rehabilitation and repainting project. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GOlRev.) Operating Budget e!J.. ) 'í Other /1{:t., C-t· Department Head Signature Account Number 99-02~23-022 Sufficie t Funds Availa Ie 02-23-22-6000 · KNOWLTON-ENGLlSH-FLOWERS, INC. CONSULTING ENGINEERS I Fort Worth-Dallas July 9,2002 Mr. Mike Curtis, P.E., Director of Public Works City of North Richland Hills 7301 N.E. Loop 820 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 JUL 1 0 2002 I ! NRH D¡¡h!;r t". ^rf,s · ~V!li~~ ;~Vz rt, Re: 3-583; CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS DA VIS BL VD. 2.0 M.G. ELEVA TED STORAGE TANK, REPAINTING AND REHABILITATION, 2001 CONTRACTOR'S ESTIMA TE NO.5 & FINAL Enclosed is one (1) copy of contractor's Partial pay Estimate NO.5 and Final. dated June 13, 2002, made payable to Champion coatings, Inc., in the amount of $18,650.00, for materials furnished and work performed on the referenced project as of May 31, 2002. The quantities and condition of the project have been verified on-site by your representative, Mr. David Smyth, as indicated by his signature on the estimate dated, July 8,2002, and we have checked the item extensions and additions. The following is a summary of the project status to date: DAVIS BLVD. ELEV. STORAGE TANK REPAINTING AND REHABILITATION, 2001 CONSTRUCTION THIS TOTAL CONTRACT PERC. CA TFr,ORY MONTH EARNINGS AMOUNT COMPL. Total Work $18,650.00 $373,000.00 $375,600.00 99.31 % Retainage 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% Totals $18,650.00 $373,000.00 $375,600.00 99.31 % Calendar Days 90 90 100.00% The total contractor earnings of $373,000.00 is $2,600.00 under the contract amount of $375,600. The $2,600.00 savings is due to unused spot repair labor and materials which were not needed. We understand that the contractor was substantially complete within the contract completion time, and therefore, no liquidated damages were incurred. 1901 CENTRAL DR., SUITE 550· BEDFORD, TEXAS 76021-5826· 817/283-6211 . METRO 817/267-3367. FAX 817/354-4389 June 10, 2002, 3-583, CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS DAVIS BLVD. 2.0 M.G. ELEVATED STORAGE TANK, REPAINTING AND REHABILITATION, 2001 CONTRACTOR'S ESTIMATE NO.4 The two (2) year period of maintenance will commence on this date, and therefore, will terminate on July 9, 2004. The maintenance obligation includes repair of all constructed welded connections failures, repair failures of holes and cracks in concrete tank floor slab, structural failures in overflow weir and flap valve, ladders, manways, pipework (if required), roof structure, repair of any leaks or other leaking water system appurtenances, repair of paint chipping, cracking, or otherwise defective surfaces. The maintenance obligation also includes a visit to the site by a representative of the Contractor and his paint supplier just prior to the expiration of the two year warranty period to scrutinize all accessible welded and painted areas, and arrange for warranty corrections, if any are found. Such visits shall be in company with a representative of the Owner. After the contractor has executed an affidavit verifying that all outstanding bills have been paid, and in the absence of any negative reports concerning the condition of the project, we recommend that this final payment, in the amount of $18,650.00, be made to Champion Coatings, Inc., 8790 207th St. W. #207, Box 905, Lakeville, MN 55044-0905. Please call if you have any questions concerning this project. , HARD W. ALBIN, P.E., Vice President RWA\ra\Davis Tank Rehab and Repainting Final Payment.doc Enclosures Cc: Mr. David Smyth, Public Works Superintendent/Utilities Mr. Bob Cox, Champion Coatings, Inc. Knowlton-English-Flowers, Inc. 07109/02, Page 2 of 2 ,,~ CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS t.\ 10r { '''--- Department: Planning & Inspections Department Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Public hearing to consider a revision to the Thoroughfare Agenda Number: PZ 2002-12 Plan that reduces Susan Lee Lane from a collector street to a local street south of Maplewood Avenue. Ordinance No. 2641 Case Summary: This revision to the Thoroughfare Plan is prompted by a plat request that proposes to terminate Susan Lee Lane south of Short Street (prior to it's intersection with the west-bound service road of I.H. 820). This plat request is also on this agenda (ref. PS 2002-08 Huggins Addition). Currently, the Thoroughfare Plan designates Susan Lee Lane as a 2-lane, undivided collector street from North Richland Boulevard to the intersection with the west-bound service road of Loop 820 (see attached map). The proposed revision to the Thoroughfare Plan would reduce the status of Susan Lee Lane from collector to that of a local street south of Maplewood Avenue. Attached is a Traffic Impact Analysis prepared by Lee Engineering analyzing the closure of Susan Lee Lane. . This report concludes that the closing and abandonment of Susan Lee Lane south of Short Street (as proposed by the Final Plat for Lot 1, Block Huggins Addition) will have little impact on traffic circulation in this area. The city's consultant, Kimley Horn, has reviewed the Lee Engineering's TIA and concurs with the report's conclusion. " \....- Notification of the proposed closure of Susan Lee Lane has been sent to all property owners within 200' of the closure. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission at their meeting on, July 11, 2002, recommended approval of PZ 2002-12 by a vote of 7-0. RECOMMENDATION: To approve PZ 2002-12, a revision to the Thoroughfare Plan that closes and abandons a portion of Susan Lee Lane south of Short Street and reduces the roadway from a collector street to a local street south of Maplewood Avenue. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GOlRev.) . Budget # Account Number Sufficient Funds A vailahle Finance Director '" PS 2002·12 Susan lee lane Abandonment CC Page 1 of 2 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 ORDINANCE NO. 2641 AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY OF NORTH RlCHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, AMENDING THE MASTER THOROUGHFARE PLAN OF THE CITY OF NORTH RlCHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, P ASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL IN JUNE 2001; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of North Richland Hills has forwarded a recommendation to the City Council for amendment of the Master Thoroughfare Plan ofthe City of North Richland Hills, Texas; and WHEREAS, the City Council has conducted a Public Hearing to consider said revisions, and after hearing, detennines that such revisions shall be adopted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: Section 1: THAT the Master Thoroughfare Plan is hereby amended by removing the C2U classification of that portion of Susan Lee Lane which lies South of Maple wood Avenue. Section 2: That the Master Thoroughfare Plan be redrawn to incorporate this amendment. Section 3: It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be declared invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or degree of any Court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such invalid or unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. Section 4: All rights and remedies ofthe City of North Richland Hills are expressly saved as to any and all violations of the provisions of any ordinances affecting health and safety which have accrued at the time ofthe effective date of this ordinance; and, as to such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both civil and criminal, whether pending in court or not, under such ordinances, same shall not be affected by this ordinance, but may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts. ii ! ¡ Section 5: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon passage. AND IT IS SO ORDAINED. W :INRÌlIGeneraIIOrdinancesIThoroughfarePlanAmend.ord. wpd !i ¡i ! ¡ 1 II 16 18 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 PASSED AND APPROVED this 22nd of July, 2002. ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary W :\NR.H\General\Ordinances\ ThoroughfarePlanAmend.ord. wpd ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ CITY OF NORTH RlCHLAND HILLS By: Oscar Trevino, Mayor 2 PZ 2002-12 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REVISION TO THE THOROUGHFARE PLAN CLOSING AND ABANDONING SUSAN LEE LANE BETWEEN SHORT STREET AND THE tH. 820 WEST-BOUND SERVICE ROAD. IN ADDITION LOWERING THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUSAN LEE LANE SOUTH OF MAPLEWOOD DRIVE FROM COLLECTOR STREET TO LOCAL STREET STATUS. APPROVED Zoning Administrator Dave Green summarized the case. The first two items on the agenda tonight are connected together. The first item is a request to close a portion of Susan Lee Lane in-between Short Street and the westbound service road to Loop 820. This will lower the status of Susan Lee (from Maplewood south to the service road) from a collector street status to a local street status on the Thoroughfare Plan. The reason for this request is based on the second item on the agenda, which is a subdivision plat request from River Crown Investments, concerning a grouping of a number of individual residential lots, which are being replatted into one single lot for commercial purpose. The name of the addition is Huggins Addition and the purpose of the replatting is for the expansion of the Huggins Automobile Dealership located immediately to the west of this particular site. Nancy Lane is the eastern boundary of the plat and Susan Lee Lane will terminate into a cul-de-sac arrangement. Staff has reviewed the plat. Public Works has provided a memo indicating the plat is in full agreement with City standards and there are no outstanding issues with that plat. Mr. Green further explained that this particular area was rezoned late last year from a residential district to a C-2 district for the purpose of the expansion of Mr. Huggins' car dealership. Tonight, they are requesting a replat of the property and a revision to the master thoroughfare plan. In the future, when staff receives plans concerning how the property will actually be developed, those plans will be brought back to the Planning & Zoning Commission (and subsequently City Council) for site plan approval. Mr. Welch requested an explanation of the chronological history of Susan Lee Lane (from 1985) from Mr. Curtis, Director of Public Works. Mr. Curtis explained that the 1985 thoroughfare plan showed a portion of Susan Lee as a minor collector street. As revisions were made to the master thoroughfare plan, Susan Lee remained as a collector street. Some streets in the City that are classified as minor collector streets do not function as such. Mr. Curtis stated that Susan Lee, in his opinion, falls into this category. He further stated that one of the factors taken into consideration when looking at a collector street is traffic volume. The applicant's traffic consultant conducted traffic counts for Susan Lee and the counts were the same for Susan Lee as they were for Nancy. Susan Lee does not carry the traffic that a collector street is designed to carry. A residential street has the capacity to carry 2000 to 3000 vehicles a day in a 24-hour period. A minor collector has the capacity to carry 3000 to 4000 vehicles per day. Susan Lee carries less than 1000 vehicles per day; therefore, it doesn't have the traffic volume as a minor collector. Furthermore, because Susan Lee does not have the volume of a minor collector street, it has never been improved as a minor collector. Susan Lee has been acting as a residential street so when improvements were made to it during this past year, it was reconstructed as a residential street. A collector street is 40 feet wide. A residential street is 30 feet wide. Also, there is a school located on Susan Lee and the traffic is designated one way during school hours. Mr. Curtis further explained that Susan Lee was part of the 1994 bond program. There were other streets, besides Susan Lee, that the 1994 bond committee recommended for reconstruction, such as Maryanna, Cloyce and Jeanetta. The City has had plans to reconstruct Susan Lee since the approval of that program, but in prioritizing which streets to reconstruct first as part of the program, arterial streets and collector streets were given priority. Again, Susan Lee was classified as a collector street but didn't function as such, so it was treated as a residential street. Mr. Curtis explained that TXDOT began their plans on 820 about 10 years ago. Mr. Curtis began keeping track of their planning about 3 or 4 years ago. TXDOT's preliminary alignments proposed an entrance ramp for 820 at approximately where Susan Lee intersects the service road. TXDOT will not allow a ramp to be located right at that intersection so, until recently, TXDOT was planning to close Susan Lee in order to place their entrance ramp at that location. However, Mr. Huggins started moving forward on this replat because Huggins Honda was going to be impacted by the widening of 820 and they wanted to see if there was something they could do that would minimize the right-of-way taking and might facilitate their business in the future. When engineering started looking at and taking into consideration closing Susan Lee, Mr. Curtis's assumption was that it was going to be closed anyway in the future by TXDOT during the widening of Loop 820. Mr. Huggins's proposal seemed to fit. Susan Lee might as well be closed now because it's going to be closed in the future. Mr. Curtis stated that TXDOT constantly changes their plans. He checked with TXDOT as recently as this week and they indicated that they have moved the entrance ramp slightly to the west. It is no longer in front of the entrance to Susan Lee, but it is close enough to Susan Lee that there would be some safety issues if Susan Lee were allowed to remain open. Mr. Curtis stated that this brings us to where we are today. Staff is looking at and considering whether or not to go ahead and close Susan Lee. From a mobility standpoint and from a future expansion standpoint, Staff recommends closing Susan Lee. Staff went a step further and looked at how this would impact Cloyce and Nancy. Regarding Nancy, there are two situations. The situation that exists today is that 820 are not widened yet and there isn't a ramp there. You must drive through Holiday Lane to enter the freeway. Based on that scenario and what's there today, closing Susan Lee is not going to have a significant increase to the traffic on Nancy. Those traveling --'''·~,.._----~,,·__"__.'__v_,~~~ . south on Susan Lee to Maplewood who would then encounter a sign that says no through traffic, would not turn east and then go down Nancy to turn west at the frontage road. Instead, most people will turn west onto Maplewood from Susan Lee because that's the direction they are going to be required to go at the frontage road anyway. There should not be a substantial amount of traffic using Nancy from people who normally travel Susan Lee. The people who live on Nancy north of Maplewood will probably use Nancy. The majority of people who live on Susan Lee or come down Susan Lee are probably going to use a street further to the west. The other point is that there are no curb cuts proposed on Nancy for this development so there will not be the situation of traffic leaving Huggins Honda and turning north on Susan Lee. The second situation regarding Nancy is what is going to happen when the freeway is widened. When the freeway is widened and the entrance ramp gets constructed, then there could be an increase in traffic on Nancy because people are going to want to enter the ramp. The quickest way to get to the ramp is going to be from Maplewood south on Nancy to the service road. However, regarding timing, TXDOT's current plan to widen 820 is to begin 2004, possibly 2005. They are not known to expedite a project, but they do allow dates to slip. So, we are looking at 2 to 3-years before construction begins. The length of the project is a little bit difficult to estimate because it is unknown how many phases there are, but in all likelihood it will take as long to do this section of 820 as it took for the interchange -- probably looking at 5 to 7 -years depending on variables. Assuming it is 5 or 6 years to construct and 3 years before they begin, we are looking at a situation where it will be 8 years, approximately, before the entrance ramp is there. These are the things that staff has considered on this. Eight years from now, if that property is zoned commercial, then it probably is a good idea to keep Nancy open. If, eight years from now, the property along Nancy is still residential, then it's probably a good idea to see about closing Nancy or doing something to minimize or eliminate the traffic that is going to use Nancy to enter the freeway. Ms. Cole asked Mr. Curtis to explain which portion of Nancy will be zoned commercial. Mr. Curtis responded that it could be all or part of the section between Short Street, and it could go all the way to Maplewood. If it were commercial all the way to Maplewood, then Staff would recommend leaving it open. If any part of it is still residential, and it's commercial from Short Street to the service road, then Staff would consider closing it at Short Street. There are some options either way. Ms. Cole inquired as to whether or not the City would be the one to make that decision? Would TXDOT have any effect on the decision since the ramp is not going to be at Nancy? Mr. Curtis stated that the City would make the decision. The impact that TXDOT would have on this issue is that when TXDOT conducts an environmental assessment, part of that environmental assessment includes a noise assessment. If TXDOT determines that there is an excessive amount of noise created by the traffic, then it's possible that Nancy may have to be closed and noise walls put up. This situation is challenging for Staff because there are unknown variables: Is it going to be residential? Commerical? When is TXDOT going to make the improvements? Mr. Welch stated that based on the engineering traffic study, Figure 3, northbound traffic on Susan Lee in a 24-hour period is 284 vehicles. On Nancy, 483. So 200 more a day northbound. You have a 4-way stop at Susan Lee and Maplewood Avenue. What is going to happen with that intersection? If you take half of 284 and put it on Nancy, now you are pushing that close to 600 a day. Are we going to have a 4-way stop at Nancy and Maplewood Avenue? Mr. Curtis responded that if there is only that small amount of traffic, probably not. A traffic study would need to be conducted at that intersection to see if it warrants a 4-way stop. It goes back to the definition. A 4-way stop is warranted when two collector streets intersect. Susan Lee doesn't function as a collector, but by definition, it was a collector and warranted a 4-way stop. Nancy is not classified as a collector and probably won't warrant a 4-way stop in the future. Mr. Welch: But Public Works is open to analyze it in the future? Mr. Curtis: Definitely. Traffic counts will be done on Nancy and Cloyce so that we will be prepared when TXDOT comes forward and we are faced with the question of whether or not Nancy should be closed. We'll be able to provide history to TXDOT. It is known what the counts are today with both streets open. Once Susan Lee is closed, the counts will continue and when TXDOT begins to get closer to their plan, Staff will be in a better position to recommend closing/not closing based on traffic. The data will be available. Ms. Cole: If all the traffic went from Susan Lee to Nancy, would that change the classification of Nancy? Mr. Curtis: The collector street definition is a street that collects the neighborhood traffic and brings it down to an arterial street, which in this case would be the frontage road. Nancy will never be classified as a collector street and therefore never widened as a collector street, except perhaps ten years from now if all of it were rezoned commercial. Chairman Bowen opened the public hearing and asked if anyone was present who wished to speak in favor of this revision of the Thoroughfare Plan that closes Susan Lee. Ernest Hedgcoth, Engineer for Mr. Huggins came forward. He stated that they talked to the TXDOT people about what they were going to be doing when they widened 820 and one of the reasons that Mr. Huggins is considering this expansion is because at Susan Lee, Mr. Huggins will lose about 25 feet and at Cloyce he will lose around 40 feet. When they get through taking their right-of-way, the TXDOT right-of-way will be about 20 ft off of the Huggins Honda building, which will not allow him much display space out front. This plan will provide additional display space. There will be no access onto Nancy. There will be a screening wall from Nancy to the existing property. Either Mr. Huggins expands or the alternative is to find another location and move the whole dealership. He doesn't want to do that because he has been very satisfied with North Richland Hills and has been here since 1983. Kelly Parma, Lee Engineering, conducted the traffic study. Based on traffic counts, Nancy carried a little more traffic than Susan Lee did. Nancy is acting as residential and Susan Lee is also, based on the volumes that were collected. A minor collector typically carries 3000 to 4000 and Susan Lee is carrying much less than that. Mr. Welch: Based on your traffic study, Figure 3, 284 northbound, 298 southbound on Susan Lee, in your professional opinion, what can residents expect, for percentage of increase of traffic? Mr. Parma: All of the traffic diverted from Susan Lee is not going to go to Nancy. We believe that most of the traffic on the roadway is local roadway for the residences. We have 600 daily traffic volumes on Susan Lee, in my opinion, not more than half will go to Nancy. Mr. Welch: Going to Figure 2, morning and afternoon peak volumes, it seems the majority of the traffic, especially northbound, are going to go straight or turn back east with less than 10% going west. If you take those same factors and apply it to Nancy, can you expect the same or similar in nature? Mr. Parma: Correct. Chairman Bowen: The folks coming north on Susan Lee and turning east are going to Davis Blvd. If you want to go west, it seems you would go west on the service road to Cloyce because it is a better road. Mr. Parma: Cloyce is a wider street than Susan Lee is. Mr. Welch: Did you do any traffic counts on Cloyce? Mr. Parma: No, Susan Lee and Nancy only. Mr. Tucker: If someone is headed west on Maplewood and wants to get to the service road, they'll take Nancy, rather than Cloyce. Mr. Parma: Based on the counts we had at Susan Lee, two vehicles in the morning and six vehicles in the evening made that maneuver. In addition, if you were going to go southbound from Maplewood to go westbound, there is no stop sign at Maplewood and Nancy so therefore the existing condition is you would avoid the stop sign by taking a left on Nancy. Mr. Welch: We don't know that as fact because you didn't do any traffic studies on Cloyce. Chairman Bowen: It might be appropriate that if Susan Lee is cul-de-sac, then half of the 4-way stop sign goes away. Is that possible Mike? It appears to me that Maplewood wouldn't need the stop signs if Susan Lee were not functioning as a collector street. Mr. Curtis: It may very well go away. Regarding Mr. Tucker's comments: If you are headed westbound on Maplewood and want to get to the frontage road, you are going to go the quickest way and if the quickest way is Nancy, you are going Nancy. I'm not trying to put words in the engineer's mouth, but if you look at what's happening today, based on Figure 3 in the study, 314 cars are going south on Nancy. Look at the study done at the intersection, and it shows that there are only a few people (5 or 6) turning off of Davis and going down Susan Lee. You are right that people are going to go the quickest route and that would be Nancy, but we're talking about an increase of just 6 people turning southbound to get to the service road. Ms. Cole: Is this something that Mr. Huggins is doing in preparation for 820 Or does he plan on starting his expansion now? Mr. Hedgcoth: This will be started as soon as Susan Lee is closed and as soon as the plat is approved. We already have contractors looking at the construction. This will be done more than likely before the end of the year. It will probably start in August and be in operation about November. Chairman Bowen asked if anyone else wished to speak in favor of this revision. Allen Cole, 7320 Whitfield, resident of North Richland Hills and employee of Huggins Honda came forward. People drive very fast on the frontage road. School children should not be anywhere near where people are trying to get onto the highway. On the traffic counts, is it possible that many of those going down Nancy and Susan Lee are Huggins Honda employees? We have 106 employees. Chairman Bowen: Does Huggins has a curb cut onto Cloyce? Mr. Cole: There is a fire lane there, with a gate across it. Chairman Bowen: People coming into your Huggins lot, can they get to it off of Cloyce? Mr. Cole: Yes. We have two curb cuts. One is a fire lane and one turns into the new car lot. Chairman Bowen: Part of the concern is that demonstration drivers will use Nancy Lane. If Cloyce is available, they could come down Cloyce and get into the lot that way. Mr. Cole: We have a designed route that does not have Nancy on it. The other thing is that they didn't finish paving out Susan Lee. If you don't close it, you'll have to come back and spend money paving it. Chairman Bowen called on those wishing to speak in opposition. Robert Bockman, 4804 Nancy, stated that he has quite a few concerns based on what he's just heard. 1) The on ramp was assumed to be closer to Susan Lee, but now might be further west, yet if you look at the freeway wall that TXDOT already built, it looks pretty permanent right in front of that area. Is it possible that the reason they are widening and taking away some of Huggins property is to provide a little bit more room for a ramp? If they are going to move it west, the traffic could possibly enter the freeway safely from Susan Lee. 2) We were told that the people would go all the way down to Susan Lee and then when they find Susan Lee closed, they will go down to the next street to turn north. But I know people are smarter than that. After they find Susan Lee closed off, the next time they come down that same access road (these are residents living in North Richland Hills), they are going to use Nancy because it is a little more convenient to them because it is the first street over. They are going to do that when they exit to go north. 3) Staff has used the word "probably" a lot. I don't understand what that word means except that it's something they don't have any definite answers on. Cloyce is a wider street. It's got businesses all up and down it. That would be the obvious choice to put more traffic down if you are going to close off any streets. 4) Huggins seems to be showing some concern about losing some property and being displaced and wanting the City to give him a little bit more straight freeway frontage in front of Susan Lee, yet they haven't had any problem displacing homeowners from properties farther north. 5) According to a traffic survey done the last quarter of 2001 per information from Tim Welch, that approximately 700 cars traverse on Nancy Lane in a 24 - hour period. A total of 560 cars on Susan Lee. If Susan Lee is shut down, the total of cars to travers on Nancy Lane rises to at least, 1,000 to 1,300 cars. It is probably closer to the high count. If an on-ramp is placed at 820 the increases could be upwards of 2,000 or more vehicles. Due to expecting more traffic on Nancy Lane the residents recommend to resurface & sidewalk Nancy and the City to use the Capital Improvement program to pay for it. Residents also recommend to either close Nancy along with the closing of Susan Lee or to leave them both open to divide the traffic flow. Nancy has been over looked for a long time now. Chairman Bowen: There can't be a stipulation on the motion to close Susan Lee. Mr. Bockman: Shelve it and put it together on the same deal or leave both open. He then passed out a handout outlining the residents concerns that were mentioned tonight. Chairman Bowen response: They will look at the rebuilding of Nancy Lane. Mr. Welch: Commented on the Capital Improvement committee looking at this as well. Mr. Bockman told about someone who lived on Starnes Street and drove down Nancy. And a car struck a lady living at 5001 Nancy Lane. She won't ever be able to walk as well as she did at one time. When the on-ramp is added, this will probably at least double the traffic. If closed down, people can go to Davis or Holiday. Clayton Lotton, 5009 Nancy Lane. Closing Susan Lee will only cause more traffic on Nancy. Nancy is in need of repair already. We need to leave both open or close both. Starlene Autry, 4800 Susan Lee Lane. How permanent is the fence going to be? Chairman Bowen: masonry going all the way around. Mr. Autry: Is there going to be a pass gate through there? Mr. Curtis: There is no gate for the cul-de-sac. Mr. Autry: Will the shrubbery around the cul-de-sac wall be tall enough to block lighting and noise? I work for the school district and there is a lot more traffic than these gentlemen are saying. Creating a cul-de-sac, will this become a giant playground for kids? Chairman Don Bowen read the names filled out on the blue cards that were against PZ 2002-12: Marie Bockman, Donna Bockman, Robert Bockman, Linda Graham, Sonny Graham, Amanda Martin, William Lee, and Ann Hanes. Richard Postma - not for or against. Richard Postma, 4905 Nancy. How soon will the improvements to Nancy Lane happen? Mr. Welch: Public hearing at the Fire Dept. next Tuesday, July 16, 2002. Mr. Postma: Nancy is easy to cut through. Very difficult to get on the frontage road from Nancy. Shut Nancy off. -".__......------~._".._------^-~-'_.~..._-_.+"""~ Chairman Bowen: If we close Nancy as Susan Lee is proposed, the Fire Dept. will require a culdesac. Someone will lose property. Mr. Schopper: Good offset of gaining road along frontage until 820 widening takes it. Clayton Lotton, 5009 Nancy lane. All for Huggins Honda property. Great for our tax base. Helps school district. Just because he is growing, don't want anyone stepped on. Amanda Martin, 5004 Nancy. I have a 6-month old son. You are going to increase traffic on the street. We don't have sidewalks to walk my son. You need to either close it down or give us sidewalks. Preferably close it down. Chairman Bowen closed the public hearing and called for comments. Mr. Tucker: even though the Planning and Zoning Commission Board can't make it part of the motion to close Nancy, we can make a recommendation to Council to consider closing Nancy. The citizens have taken time to come this evening, they've signed a petition and they have valid concerns and should get their say before Council. Mr. Welch: I agree with Mr. Tucker. Nancy is convenient and we're going to see an increase in traffic on that street. We can't make a recommendation to closing Nancy subject to shutting down Susan Lee but I recommend we look at Nancy in the near future and obtain additional traffic studies to shut down Nancy. I'll also recommend that to the Capital Improvement Committee for sidewalks and improvements. Chairman Bowen reopened the public hearing to allow one other gentleman to speak. William W. Lee, 4821 Nancy Lane resident since 1959. Nancy Lane is a speedway. Cul-de-sac both for Huggins Honda and Chevrolet mystery owner to use. At 5 a.m. I have to put ear plugs in my ears in order to sleep. The street is in bad shape. The City put a cement street with sidewalks on Susan Lee. Why did Susan Lee get this and not Nancy Lane? Chairman Bowen: Asked Mike Curtis to explain the difference between concrete versus asphalt. Mr. Curtis: Asphalt is weaker than concrete. City Standards for streets is more asphalt pavement than concrete. Concrete is cheaper. Street section calls for sidewalks as reconstruct Susan Lee. '94 bond program does have sidewalk program along a section. Pedestrian can request sidewalks and get a petition with everyone agreeing. There needs to be 80% approval to put this on their lot. If bond doesn't select Nancy. Possibility to put sidewalks. Nancy is included in the street maintenance program. On a scale, 48 is considered now. 40 and below is considered poor. 40-50 is poor and Nancy is at level 48. There are 100 streets that are worse than 48. There are plans to improve Nancy by a bond or overlay program. Residents need to contact the Public Works department. Chairman Bowen asked Mike Curtis if this is paid by City. Mr. Curtis said that it depends on the need and if the street meets criteria. Nancy would qualify. When the city reconstructs streets, they always use concrete with the Capital Improvement program. If TX-Dot reconstructs the streets, they may not always be concrete. Chairman Bowen commented that the neighborhood could think about installing speed bumps. Chairman Bowen called for a motion. Mr. Tucker, motioned to approve PZ 2002-12 with a recommendation to City Council to consider the citizens request to close Nancy Lane. Mr. Welch, seconded by Mr. Welch, made an amendment. That he would ask the Capital Improvements Committee to review Nancy Lane. George Tucker accepted the amendment. The motion carried (7-0). Chairman Bowen gave a break. William W. Lee, 4821 Nancy Lane resident since 1959. Nancy Lane is a speedway. Cul-de-sac both for Huggins Honda and Chevrolet mystery owner to use. At 5 a.m. I have to put ear plugs in my ears in order to sleep. The street is in bad shape. The City put a cement street with sidewalks on Susan Lee. Why did Susan Lee get this and not Nancy Lane? Chairman Bowen: Asked Mike Curtis to explain the difference between concrete versus asphalt. Mike Curtis: Asphalt is weaker than concrete. City Standards for streets is more asphalt pavement than concrete. Concrete is cheaper. Street section calls for sidewalks as reconstruct Susan Lee. '94 bond program does have sidewalk program along a section. Pedestrian can request sidewalks and get a petition with everyone agreeing. There needs to be 80% approval to put this on their lot. If bond doesn't select Nancy. Possibility to put sidewalks. Nancy is included in the street maintenance program. On a scale, 48 is considered now. 40 and below is considered poor. 40-50 is poor and Nancy is at level 48. There are 100 streets that are worse than 48. There are plans to improve Nancy by a bond or overlay program. Residents need to contact the Public Works department. Chairman Bowen asked Mike Curtis if this is paid by City. Mike Curtis said that it depends on the need and if the street meets criteria. Nancy would qualify. When the city reconstructs streets, they always use concrete with the Capital Improvement program. If TX-Dot reconstructs the streets, they may not always be concrete. Chairman Bowen commented that the neighborhood could think about installing speed bumps. Chairman Bowen called for a motion. George Tucker, motioned to approve PZ 2002-12 with a recommendation to City Council to consider the citizens request to close Nancy Lane. Tim Welch, seconded by Tim Welch, made an amendment. That he would ask the Capital Improvements Committee to review Nancy Lane. George Tucker accepted the amendment. The motion carried (7-0). 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IL ~ f. <Lr2-cr-=~~ ¡!'-c""., '''"Þ''''''''fI= :-; ~ ~ lI" ERA ~ ; t':"~1 ~ C? ~ ~ \\ ,,'rr,' '0<>'<;.1'< I '~,',~ '.' l:. I ·l ~ ri <, ~ II '; ~0 "~" ~ ~)r ' l' " ¡ M 4 U, :"8=',~ H~RWO ° [ ·\]?ll",,·,GJ¿: ' ,.\'-~,:,'- - .:. . I) 'ftt. . : ~q(f1~ Mirl 15fk.f} ÚJ/-- / ';'":'L"-'~~ -n~ln--~ln~ :::; 1:1: I: ~ 1:1:, ~ -~~I ì~ 0 \0) \ c; (....r'..:. \ ~ I! \ \1. ¡ \ \:..11 i? I r·\ (i__. '\-7 \~~ U '.J L~ '....: - -' '" December 10,2001 JAN 0 q 2002 Mr. Ernest Hedgcoth, P.E. Ernest Hedgcoth Consulting Engineers. Inc. 5701 Midway Road, Suite C FJrt WCort~, Texas 76117 \ NRH Pub\k WOrKS Re: Throroughfare Plan Impact Review - Susan Lee Lane Closure in North Richland Hills Mr. Hedgcoth: Lee Engineering has evaluated the impact of the proposed Susan Lee Lane closure south of Short Street and the removal of Susan Lee Lane from the City of North Richland Hills' Thoroughfare Plan south of Maplewood Avenue. Susan Lee Lane is proposed for closure and conversion to a cul-de-sac north of the westbound IH 820 frontage road and south of Short Street. Plans are being prepared by Ernest Hedgcoth Consulting Engineers for the design of the cul-de-sac. A site layout of the study area is provided in Figure 1. _ _M'4'ST ',' l Tr'lncud Dr ~l ~~ i 5¡' ~ \ i" '} ~ ! J f f l - '" ~ ~.._~:' 0' 0·...\4 Of 1.'~'" '01 ~ ...<6' '0' CllJIO " ~::::- '" ~ "\ ; õ . ." S? N.uy Or ! 11' .Jj f' ;¡> IJIwlc.. 111 Oonliqll L/I .5 ¡> ð ~ I" œ .!! . ~ NortchP.\r¡', J ,<::I' ,....-JÞ .... .,. T- ~~j 1....,C\ '\".;. Su5tØ'1":t ~ ~ r J¡¡"t4a Dr [¡ ~ Sen_o, i '" ð r- 0 . ~- 51 -~ -; ¡ i ~ ¡ C) SyI>lOr :~~!_ -'-:;. ~ !>1::.::-.;,:: , f ClarO SI~ ~ Com-,:,",or;; ./ : - SQa"cUo, 51 ,,/' '0' q ~A." ....>0 .;t n ... :.1'1' c .g ~ ~ 1!In:_ Or / ~ ~; i ii (~~ a r- ,~ _~O;' <!If ã ~ ~ "i i~ ,.<, ~ ~ ¡ ~ 10. / 3 ~ I / UI , 2 ) <.ðodlonl Eu.... I'1d ! '~- i ,.çf>~~ !A~~~ "1ê~!ii 1 ~~ - "'" . ''"'~~~ Uary I='r;ncM lrI ~.dÞ,.7 JlmaiI r....5 ., 3 FIa;¡An Or j. ::r .. ! '?J 01 1 _h Rlcnlend Hills . \ 1 ~ CJ.~ --.. Dew.... Or 1 .,...¡> ~..o~ ðnlc6,. 0, Tunwr T.... _100' Figure 1. Site Layout UfY"t:f1:..A '1Jð}:.~--L"1__ As a result of the proposed closure, the connection between Susan Lee Lane and the westbound IH 820 frontage road would be eliminated. Susan Lee Lane would end in a cul-de-sac south of Short Street. Alternative access between Susan Lee Lane and the westbound IH 820 frontage road would be available by Nancy Lane, a roadway located parallel to and east of Susan Lee Lane. In the area of the closure, two streets (Maplewood Avenue, Short Street) provide a connection between Susan Lee Lane and Nancy Lane. DATA COLLECTION As part of this study, peak hour turning movement counts were collected on Tuesday, November 13,2001 at the intersection of Susan Lee Lane and Maplewood Avenue. Figure 2 summarizes the results of these turning movement counts. Daily (24-hour) traffic counts were also collected at the following locations and are shown in Figure 3: · Susan Lee Lane north of Maplewood Avenue, · Susan Lee Lane south of Short Street, · Maplewood Avenue west of Susan Lee Lane, and · Nancy Lane south of Maplewood Avenue. ANAL YSIS The traffic counts indicated that less than 1,000 vehicles per day use Susan Lee Lane south of Maplewood Avenue during the morning and evening peak hours. Typical minor collector roadways in residential areas carry between 3,000 and 4,000 vehicles per day. At the intersection of Maplewood Avenue and Susan Lee Lane, the majority of the vehicles turn left or right and a small number of vehicles (six during the morning peak hour, 13 during the evening peak hour) depart from this intersection to go southbound on Susan Lee Lane. In addition, northbound Susan Lee Lane has low approach volumes to this intersection during the peak hours (19 vehicles during the morning peak hour, 26 vehicles during the evening peak hour). These turning movement counts and the 24-hour counts were collected while minor road work (with temporary or partial road closllIes) was being performed on Susan Lee Lane sout.~ of Maplewood Avenue. 24-hour traffic volumes north and south of Susan Lee Lane were collected again after the minor road work was completed to see if there were any significant differences in traffic patterns as a result of the road work. Figure 4 summarizes the recounts and the differences in the two counts. The revised counts_ indicated that while traffic volumes on Susan Lee Lane changed, the daily volumes were still less than 1,000 vehicles. The original turning movement counts obtained with minor road work being perfonned on Susan Lee Lane could also represent an "after" scenario for the roadway network in the area. That is, while the counts were collected, motorists were not able to fully utilize Susan Lee Lane, which is what will occur if the proposed Susan Lee Lane closure occurs. Capacity analyses perfonned on the Maplewood A venue and Susan Lee Lane intersection revealed that the intersection operates at acceptable levels of service during the morning (LOS C) ( ) I c 0 NOT TO seAL E ---1 ( ) ( ) c ( ) 0 ---1 ---1 C >... 0 u (J) c ::¡ 0 Ul Z ~~0'1 c()N~ 0 L4 (26) lOl"llO +-84 (184) Manlewood j¡L. r2 (6) Avenue -.t iti 6 (9) 347 (198)-. 1 (5) .. ~'<t~ 1"l~0'1 '<t'<t::: Short Street IH 820 Westbound F ron tage Road LEGEND XX AM Peak Hour Volumes ') PM Peak Hour Volumes ---.--....-.-..--- r¡~. ............~...............................-.....-..-...-. _..~._.-:----:.-:..- :::.:::.-':~'::-r-- :"';;-,;,j ;~·.;';';·.T·::::::~' -...-. "' ......-- -..---- --.--...----..--- ._-_._._.._._.._-~ Existing Peak Hour Traffic Volumes Figure 21 .-....--.-...-.--...-..-.- rfi.....· ........._..._.__....'n...._ ........_................_..::......_.-u.·........_.._...._·...·. _____ .. ..._ ___JK~g:~_ Maolewood Avenue Shor t Street IH 820 Westbound Frontage Road l~ Q) c o -.J Q) Q) --.J C o (jJ ~ (j) l~ Î~ Q) c o -.J >- U C o Z i~ +--- 1763 -----+ 3186 l~ i~ Existing Daily Traffic Volumes -- NOT TO SCALE I 1 I Figure 31 JULY 5, 2002 THIS IS A PETITION AGAINST THE PROPOSED CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF SUSAN LEE LANE WITHOUT ALSO THE CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF NANCY LANE. THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF CONCERNS AND SIGNATURES OF RESIDENTS ON NANCY LANE·UP TO THE INTERSECTION OF MAPLEWOOD-THAT WOULD BE MOST AFFECTED SHOULD THIS PROPOSAL PASS. 1. MA,JOR TRAFFIC INCREASE ON NANCY LANE SHOULD CASE#PS 2002-08 PASS: A. INCREASE IN RESIDENTIAL TRAFFIC DUE TO ALL ~FFIC BEING FORCED TO TAKE NANCY AS A ALTERNATIVE ROUTE TO AND FROM FREEWAY. B. MORE BUSINESS TRAFFIC GENERATED BECAUSE OF HUDIBURG AND HUGGINS HONDA USING RESIDENTIAL STREETS FOR TEST DRIVES AND QUICK ACCESS. 2. NANCY LANE DOES NOT HAVE A CONCRETE SURFACE, IT IS INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE, NOT HEAVY TRAFFIC. 3. NANCY HAS NO SIDEWALKS, THEREFORE MAKING IT UNSAFE FOR CHILDREN AND PEDESTRIANS. 4. HEAVY TRAFFIC AND POOR ROAD CONDITIONS WILL DEVALUE PROPERTY. 5. THERE IS NO FOUR-WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF NANCY LANE AND MAPLEWOOD. 6. CLOYCE, BEING A BUSINESS ORIENTED ROAD, IS BETTER SUITED FOR THRU- TRAFFIC. ,. . .... ;.. ,.,;;.,J"~ : " i ;"1 ,f -...\. ).~-...... '. ¡"-, ~. . !' 1 ~ , Y,""- .. , '.' , - -. '. .. '-~ .,.,.: ¿.. '; .,- ',:", ~ / ...." .,-, '..... .: ~ 1.-. . . ....":.'~ ./ '~..:.? .~~ Z·C" ~\./ --~- JULY 5, 2002 PETITION PAGE 1 SIGNATURES OF RESIDENTS SUPPORTING THIS PETITION: ~~\ ,/>r\, . 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Ordinance no. 2639 Case Summary: River Crown Investments is requesting approval of a Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition. Part of this plat includes the closure and abandonment of Susan Lee Lane south of Short Street just north of the west-bound service road of Loop 820. The abandoned roadway will be utilized as part of the expanded Huggins Honda Auto Dealership. RECOMMENDATION: To approve Ordinance No. 2639 closing and abandoning a portion of Susan Lee Lane adjacent to Loop 820. ~ Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget ¢ rb~ ad Signature~.Jffaí1¿ Account Number Sufficient Funds Avall8,ble Finance Director .. GN 2002-089 2 4 6 8 i i I, 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 ORDINANCE NO. 2639 AN ORDINANCE ABANDONING A PORTION OF SUSAN LEE LANE IN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TARRANT COUNTY, TEXAS. WHEREAS, the City Council has been requested to abandon a portion of Susan Lee Lane which is to be replatted; WHEREAS, the City Council has detennined that the portion of the above named public street is no longer required or convenient for such use; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: Section 1: THAT that portion of Susan Lee Lane described on Exhibit A hereto is hereby abandoned and closed. AND IT IS SO ORDAINED. Passed on the 22nd day of July, 2002. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS By: Oscar Trevino, Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary W:\NRIDGeneraI\Ordinances\Street Abandon.Susan Lee Lane.ord. wpd , , .-,~.~.__._,-~---~---------_.._- EXHIBIT A ABANDONED RIGHT-OF-WAY SUSAN LEE LANE Being all of the fifty foot right-of:.way to be abandoned and descnõed by metes and bounds as follows: Beginnmg at the intersection of the west right-of-way of Susan Lee Lane and the north right-of-way of Loop 820, said point being a cmve to the left having a radius of 202.82 feet and a chord bearing North 20 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds ~ 125.32 feet; THENCE in a northerly direction along said curve to the left a distance of 127.40 feet to a curve to the left having a radius of fifty feet and a chord bearing North 87 degrees 55 mm11tes 33 seconds East 50.14 feet; THENCE in an easterly direction along the said curve 52.52 feet to a curve to the left having a radius of 282. 82 and a chord bearing South 17 degrees 43 minutes 25 seconds West 139.01 feet; THENCE in a southerly direction along said curve 140.82 feet to the intersection with the north right-of-way line of Loop 820; THENCE North 75 degrees 36 minutes 31 seconds West along the said Loop 820 right-of-way a distance of 53.80 feet to the place ofbegjnning and contmning 6474.0 square feet. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS \...- Department: Planning & Inspections Department Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Public hearing to consider a request from Ernest Hedgcott1 Agenda Number: PS 2002-08 Representing River Crown Investments for the approval of the Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition located in the 4700 blocks of Susan Lee Lane and Nancy Lane (2.28 acres) Case Summary: Mr. Ernest Hedgcoth, representing River Crown Investments, is requesting approval of the Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition. The purpose of this replat is to combine several residential lots into one commercial lot for the purpose of expanding the existing Huggins Honda auto dealership. Because this site is within 200' of existing residential zoning, the appliçant will be required to submit a site plan for Commission and Council approval prior to the issuance of building permits. The site plan will address issues such as; access, building location, architecture and materials, landscaping/screening, lighting and signage. The Development Review Committee has reviewed the plat and has determined that it complies with both the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. Attached is a memo concerning this plat from the Public Works Department. ."-.. Public Hearing Requirement: Because this request involves the replating of an existing residential subdivision (Lots 5R1, 5R2, 6, 7, 8, 23, 24. 25, 26A, 268, 27R1, and 27R2, Block 4 and Lots 19 and 20, Block 5 of the Richland Terrace Addition), state law requires that a public hearing be held prior to the adoption of this plat. A newspaper notice of this hearing as well as a notice to all property owners within 200' of this subdivision was prepared and published/mailed 15 days prior to this City Council meeting. Current Zoning: The current zoning of the site is C-2 Commercial. Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan was effectively revised to support the proposed use with the approval of the existing C-2 Commercial District last year (ref. PZ 2001- 26). Utilities: Staff has not indicated any issues with regard to utilities. Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds A vallable Vni3~ Finance Director PS 2002-08 Huggins Addition CC Page 1 of 2 ~ \...... 1 . _' "',,- . '.. .. ,.-,.' .",. ,-·.y,·;,'t'í -J .', ':'h .. ....... ,,', '-:-:";·¡i!¿--~""";"':'i!i:';ft·;",;¡-~;.~¡;'¡¡,..~_".__ _ - ~'''-'~."''¡\';:'~.,,:_ CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Drainage: Staff has not indicated any issues with regard to drainage. Traffic/Access: The site will have access only to the existinglfuture west-bound service road of Loop 820. No access to Nancy Lane is proposed on the construction plans. - Tree Preservation: No tree surveys or landscaping plans have been submitted to staff for review to determine preservation status. This information will be provided during the permit process. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Zoning Commission at their meeting on, July 11, 2002, recommended approval of PS 2002-08 by a vote of 7-0. RECOMMENDATION: To approve PS 2002- 08 a Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition. CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM PS 2002-08 Huggins Addition CC Page 2 of 2 PS 2002-08 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM ERNEST HEGDCOTH REPRESENTING RIVER CROWN INVESTMENTS FOR THE APPROVAL OF A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1 HUGGINS ADDITION LOCATED IN THE 4700 BLOCKS OF SUSAN LEE DRIVE AND NANCY LANE (2.28 ACRES). APPROVED Mr. Schopper asked about the masonry wall around the cuI de sac being hidden and the safety of it. Mr. Green commented that Staff has not yet received the site plan. Mr. Tucker asked the location of the fence. Mr. Green commented that it was along the common line with adjacent to residents plus proposed fence around it. Mr. Tucker asked about the buffer on Nancy? Mr. Hedgcoth said it was a 15' landscape buffer along Nancy Ln and all residential property and a 15' fence around the back. Mr. Welch asked about the height of the fence Mr. Hedgcoth answered 6'. Mr. Welch asked about the content of the shrubs and trees. Mr. Hedgcoth answered that they would meet city requirements. Chairman Bowen commented that they do need to do something about the light so that it doesn't shine into the resident's property. Mr. Tucker commented that the lights should dim during certain hours. Chairman Bowen reminded everyone that this is a hearing on a Final Plat not a site plan. Chairman Bowen opened the public hearing. With none wishing to speak, Chairman Bowen closed the public hearing. Mr. Laubacher, seconded by Mr. Schopper motioned to approve PZ 2002-16. The motion carried (7-0). _~."._.~'__._.'_~.._...'."._ " . _'"'__~_''"'-_.~_·''_'d~_''_ " NRH Public Works 1 Administration CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS July 5, 2002 MEMO TO: Dave Green, Planner FROM: Mike Curtis, P.E., Director of Public Works RE: HUGGINS ADDITION; BLOCK 1, LOT 1; Final Plat; PS2002-08 Public Works has reviewed this final plat. All relevant issues have been addressed and the plat meets Public Works requirements. Sincerely, J~!/\ Ij~ C,,::L' Mike èurtis, P.E. Director of Public Works Jrt/pwm2002-076 P.O. Box 820609 * North Richland Hills, Texas 76182-0609 7301 Northeast Loop 820 * (817) 427-6400 * Fax (817) 427-6404 -, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE #: PS 2002-08 Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition You are receiving this notice because you are a property owner of record within 200 feet of this proposed subdivision replat. Purpose of Public Hearina: A public hearing is being held to consider a replat of Lots 5R1, 5R2, 6, 7, 8, 23, 24, 25, 26A, 26B, 27R1, and 27R2, Block 4 and Lots 19 and 20, Block 5 of the Richland Terrace Addition into Lot 1, Block 1 Huggins Addition. This replat will include the closing and abandonment of Susan Lee Lane as shown on the attached map. Public HearinQ Schedule: Public Hearing Dates: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2002 CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JULY 22,2002 7:00 P.M. Time: Location: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7301 N. E. LOOP 820 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS If you have any questions or wish to submit a petition or letter concerning the above request, please contact: Planning Department City of North Richland Hills 7301 Northeast Loop 820 No~h Richland Hills, Texas 76180 Phone (817) 427-6300 Fax (817)427-6303 7521 4800 4716 œ NI~H Prepared by: Planning Dept. 6/28/02 PS 2002-08 Final Plat Lot 1 Block 1 Huggins Addition (Including the Closing of Susan Lee Ln) o 100 200 Feet GATEWAY, 537 E PARK AVE TALLAHASSEE FL 3012524 WORTHEY, SHELlA B 4805 SUSAN LEE LN FORT WORTH TX 761806849 BOCKMAN,ROBERTHENRY 4804 NANCY LN FORT WORTH TX 761806888 AUTREY, ST ARLINE SAMPSON 4800 SUSAN LEE LN FORT WORTH TX 761806848 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX "''''0925918 ,_. JERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, PO BOX 982002 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 761828002 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, PO BOX 982002 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 761828002 I RUSSELL, BETTY 4808 SUSAN LEE LN FORT WORTH TX 761806848 MAUS, MARY ANN 4809 SUSAN LEE LN FORT WORTH TX 761806849 GRAHAM, SONNY & L WILLEFORD 4805 NANCY LN FORT WORTH TX 761806890 BRACKETT, JOHNNY ETUX PEARLENE 4800 NANCY LN FORT WORTH TX 761806888 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS, LLC 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, PO BOX 982002 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 761828002 . - GARVIN, BILLY RAY 5908 QUAILS PATH COLLEYVI LE TX 760340000 COLBY, JOHN 511 S MAIN ST EULESS TX 760404659 WORTHEY, SHEILA B 4805 SUSAN LEE LN FORT WORTH TX 761806849 MADSACK, WILLIAM 4801 NANCY LN FORT WORTH TX 761806890 BRAKE, ALICE M 7308 DEAVER DR NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 761806330 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, 1403 PECOS DR SOUTH LAKE TX 760925918 RIVERCROWN INVESTMENTS LLC, PO BOX 982002 NORTH RICH LAND HILLS TX 761828002 GARNER, ANNIE JEWEL 4705 NANCY LN FORT WORTH TX 761806853 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Plannihg & Inspections Department CounCil Meeting Date: 7/22/02 \....- Subject: Public hearing to consider a request from Steak and Shake Agenda Number:PZ 2000-20 R1 Restaurants for a revision to the approved Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan located at 6413 Precinct Line Road (1.08 acres) Ordinance. No. 2642 Case Summary Mr. Jeff Green, representing CEI Engineering, is requesting .pproval of a revision to the approved Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan (ref. PZ 2000-20). The applicant is proposing a Steak and Shake Restaurant on Lot 3 of the Horne Depot site. This type of use and location was approved by the original Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan (ref. PZ 2000-20). The Home Depot site plan, however, requires site plan approval of any new development prior to the issuance of permits. In addition, because the approved PD site plan is being revised, this request has been advertised and noticed as a public hearing. Building Design and Materials - The proposed building is 3,985 square feet in size and is oriented toward Precinct Line Road. A drive-through queue parallels portions of the north, west, and south sides of the building. The menu board is. located in the southwest corner of the building with the pick-up window located along the south side. The building consist of all masonry construction; The roof is a flat design with parapet walls. A black and white striped awning surrounds all sides of the building. A dumpster pad is proposed for the southwest corner of the site. A note states that the dumpster will be screened with masonry walls and an opaque gate as required by ordinance. Access and Parking - The site has two access points, one from Wayne Lane on the north and the other a cross-access easement from the adjacent CVS Pharmacy to the south. Thè site has no direct access to Precinct Line Road. Landscaping/Screening - The landscape plan proposes a fifteen-foot landscape setback along both the Precinct Line Road and Wayne Lane ROW. Within this setback are located seven Southern Live Oaks spaced approximately 50' apart. Also proposed within this setback are 146, 5-gallon, Carrisa Hollies on 30" centers. A total of nine parking lot islands utilizing Caddo Maples and Abileas are proposed throughout the parking lot area. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GOlRev.) Operating Budget t er Account Number ~ Sufficient Funds Available \- ~ ¡:ë,¡f d Signatu:':~oÎfAJ Finance Director PZ 2000-20 R1 Steak & Shake cc. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS '- Extensive use of Junipers, hollies and bareberries is proposed in the immediate area surrounding the building. A row of Carrisa Hollies is also proposed along the southern property line adjacent the CVS Pharmacy site. The proposed landscaping meets and in some cases exceeds city requirements. Portions of the 15' landscape setback along Wayne Lane lie within both the newly created Lot 1-R1 and Lot 3R of the Home Depot Plat (see plat status below). This raises a question as to who is ultimately responsible for maintenance of this area. The site plan should clearly note who (Home Depot or Steak and Shake) is being responsible for the maintenance of landscaping and irrigation is this area. Signage- The site plan shows a monument sign located approximately in the middle of the Precinct Line Road frontage. Only a stereotypical monument sign is shown on the elevation page, however, attached is a letter from the applicant stating that the· sign will meet code requirements when permits are requested. Monument signs in the location shown are permitted to an overall maximum size of 110 square feet with 75 square feet of sign surface area. In addition monument signs must have 8" of masonry surrounding the sign frame. Plat Status- This request is accompanied on this agenda by a replat request for the Home Depot site (ref. PS 2002-30). The purpose of the replat is to re-Iocate the existing Home Depot sign on the Home Depot lot. . PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and '- Zoning Commission at their meeting on June 27, 2002, recommended approval of PZ 2000-20 R1 by a vote of 6-1 with the following stipulation: 1) That Home Depot and Steak & Shake work out an agreement as to whom will be responsible for the landscaping and sign maintenance along the northern boundary of the site prior to this request going to Council. The applicant has revised the site plan in response to the above stipulation. RECOMMENDATION: To approve PZ 2000-20 R1 a revision to the approved Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan. PZ 2000-20 R1 Steak & Shake CC Page 2 of 2 PS 2000-20 R1 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A REQUEST BY STEAK AND SHAKE RESTAURANTS FOR A REVISION TO THE APPROVED HOME DEPOT SITE PLAN LOCATED AT 6413 PRECINCT LINE ROAD (1.08 ACRES). APPROVED Planner Dave Green summarized the case. This building is less than 10,000 sq. ft. so it doesn't have to meet the architectural standards. The site has two access points, one from Wayne Lane on the north and the other a cross-access easement from the adjacent CVS Pharmacy to the south. The site has no direct access to Precinct Line Road. Their landscaping exceeds requirements for Steak & Shake. Fifteen foot landscape setback along Wayne Lane splits ownership. This raises a question as to who is ultimately responsible for maintenance of this area. Staff would like notation of who will install and maintain the irrigation, maintenance and landscaping. Building materials consist primarily of brick; however, the building elevations indicate the possible use of metal panels at each corner of the building. Staff recommends approval subject to the landscaping maintenance. Chairman Bowen opened the public hearing. Jeff Green, CEI Engineering, 12300 Ford Rd., #110, Dallas, TX 75234 represents the owner in this case. Jeff Green stated that Home Depot was going to have a sign easement on the south side of Wayne Lane but has now included this area as part of their lot. He asked permission to be responsible for the 5' landscaping on their lot only. Mr. Schopper suggested they take care of the agreement and language in a deed restriction. Chairman Bowen suggested they put the wording on the face of the site plan. Mr. Welch suggested that they sign a local agreement and submit it as part of their plan. Mr. Jeff Green asked the Planning and Zoning Council who is responsible for that part of the strip. Mr. Welch commented that it would be Home Depot. Mr. Schopper stated,that if the strip is in front of Steak & Shake, then perhaps Steak & Shake would want to be in control of how it looks. Mr. Welch suggested revising the site plan with a 10' differential. Mr. Jeff Green said they would revise the building line and put a note on both the site and landscape plans noting who is responsible. Mike Clark, Winkleman & Associates, 6750 Hillcrest Plaza, #100, Dallas, TX 75230, representing Home Depot, stated that they agree to modify the lot lines, but he wanted to know who would be responsible for maintaining the landscaping. He said they would come up with a note and documentation. Mr. Welch stated that they must agree and give this letter to John Pitstick, along with the notation on the plat, prior to City Council. Mr. Pitstick stated that if Home Depot and Steak and Shake don't work this out that the City will need a 15' landscape on their property. Jeff Green inquired as to where the property line starts. He wondered if the setback is from the right-of-way line or interior property line? Mr. Schopper responded that it is from the property line, which generated additional discussion with Jeff Green, which concluded when Chairman Bowen stated that this case would not go to City Council until this issue has been worked out. Chairman Bowen called for anyone in opposition on this case. There was no one and the Chairman closed the public hearing. Mr. Schopper, seconded by Ms. Cole, motioned to approve PZ 2000-20 R1 with the provision that Home Depot and Steak & Shake work out an agreement as to who will be responsible for landscaping and sign maintenance along the northern boundary of the site prior to going to Council. The motion carried (6-1) with Mr. Tucker voting against. . .,! We receivêd the Site Plån èO~et1ts generated by Dave Green ftoDJ. y~~ öffice. Of those còinm'ents, we firid OOIy one applieableto us. Oùr' response, then, is as follows: 2. Twosig1}S (onemònunie~t. one pole) are shown on the bUilding elevation . påge. ^ Staff cànnot jì1id w~efe . these signs are proposed on .the .site or . landscape planS:r.YPic~I.l):~ÞTJ1y 'monument si~s kaveþeenapþròved as part ofPD reqúesls. ~11re"'fonument SiW':;sh~n h~ to h~e a ,,:,inimu~ 8" masonry surround. No dimensions (Ire given jòr the sign.. MaXimum sign size permitted is based on sign location. Please reVise/he sÎgn elev"tion and notesig;, l~~atiòn., ., .. . SheetS~l' has béeri reVIsed todiø.inatc· the pôle ,sign: The ~g m~nUIÌ1ent '. sign dètail isa stereotypical detail. and does not neCessarily reflect the signage that . will bè peÍ1ìtitt~.The~igDage C~n'tractor .~aþpIY f9r.signagese¡)àratelý,andat that time. will provide aêcUratè represeniatiòn ófthè locally compliant sign intended for use at that locàtioIÌ. Sheet SD~l has beei1 Ì'evised to note this condition; The sign location' isslÍown on the stte plan (attached is aii 8W·xll..··copy with lOCation highligh~ forreference). .' '. . . . . Hopefully, this will resolve the issue. Should there be any other questions, com'meníS . or problems. please do not hesitate to contact us. . < . . .~.' j . . eel Jay Kamme:yer .. . "-.._.._.-._<_.~>~----"~-~->,_.~~_._,. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE #: PZ 2000-20 R1 6413 Precinct Line Road Lot 3, Block 1 Home Depot Addition You are receiving this notice because you are a property owner of record within 200 feet of the above property. Purpose of Public Hearina: A public hearing is being held to consider a request from CEI Engineering Associates Inc. to revise the approved Home Depot Planned Development Site Plan (ref. PZ 2000- 20). The applicant is proposing to construct a Steak and Shake Restaurant north of CVS Pharmacy and east of Home Depot. Public hearing approval of this development is required by the existing Home Depot Site Plan. Public Hearina Schedule: Public Hearing Date: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2002 CITY COUNCIL MONDA Y, JULY 8, 2002 7:00 P.M. Time: Location: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7301 N. E. LOOP 820 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS If you have any questions or wish to submit a petition or letter concerning the above request, please contact: Planning Department City of North Richland Hills 7301 Northeast Loop 820 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 Phone (817) 427-6300 Fax (817) 427-6303 ¡ ~ N A Home Depot 200' buffer CVS Mid "CitÎes"Slvd. ...... ~ :::) ::t \t.- o ~ .- o CASE NO. PZ 2000-20 R1 REVISION TO AN APPROVED DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN 6/14/02 I - - ..- ~- . ". ."- ^,._".._",...,-_.-..-._~--...._--,,~ .. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ~ Department: Planning & Inspections Department Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Consideration of a request from Michael Clark of Winklemann Agenda Number: PS 2002-30 & Associates Inc. for the approval of the Final Plat of Lots 1 R-1 and 3R, Home Depot Addition located in the 6400 block of Precinct Line Road (16.51 acres) Case Summary: Michael Clark of Winkelmann & Associates is requesting the approval of the Final Plat of Lots 1 R-1 and 3R, Block 1 of the Home Depot Addition. The purpose of this replat is to reconfigure the existing property line between Lots 1 & 3 along Wayne Lane. Lot 1 contains the Home Depot building, Lot 3 is being proposed for development as a Steak & Shake Restaurant (see PZ 2000-20 R1 on this agenda). When Home Depot was constructed last year, a 20' X 10' sign was placed at the intersection of Davis Boulevard and Wayne Lane (on Lot 3). The purpose of this replat is to relocate (by plat revision) that sign back to Lot 1. The Development Review Committee has reviewed the plat and has determined that it complies with both the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. . Attached is a memo concerning this plat from the Public Works Department. The applicant has revised the attached plat in response to the memo. '- Current Zoning: The current zoning of the site is PD Planned Development for all C-1 Commercial uses including a Home Improvement Center. The proposed use is consistent with the approved Planned Development. Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan indicates retail uses for this area. The proposed use is consistent with the Plan. Right Of Way: No additional ROW is required by this replat. Utilities: No issues concerning the extension of utilities to the site have been identified. Flood or Drainage: No drainage issues have been identified by staff. Traffic/Access: This replat does not impact traffic patterns or access as approved by the original Home Depot Plat. Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds A vaflable PS 2002-30 Home Depot Addition CC Finance Director Page 1 of 2 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: '- The Planning and Zoning Commission at their meeting on, June 27, 2002, recommended approval of PS 2002-30 subject to the following stipulations by a vote of 7-0. 1) The plat include a cross-access easement from Wayne lane onto lot 3R that matches Steak & Shake's access point as shown on their site plan. 2) The plat reflect the building setback line for lot 3R as being measured from the south ROW line of Wayne Lane. UPDA TE: The applicant has made revisions to the plat that satisfy the above stipulations. RECOMMENDATION: To approve PS 2002- 30 a Final Plat of Lots 1 R-1 and 3R Home Depot Addition ) CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM PS 2002-30 Home Depot Addition CC Page 2 of 2 NI~H Public Works / Administration CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS June- t7: 2092 MEMO TO~ Dave Greerr. Planner FROM: Andrea Jobe-~ EfT. Engineer Assoc~te RE: HOME DEPOT AÐÐFFK)N.¡ lOT 1-R-1- &-lOT 3R, BlOCK 1 Pubtic Works has reviewed the- re--ptat submitted on- June- 5-, 2002- and offers-ijle fottowinQ- commer$: 1. SHEET TITLE Lot 3- ofBtock t is. a.- repfatfect tot wmt tñis ptat submìttaf. st\owtn tþe sheet tttle that the new k>t designatkm- ts "3R-" , ins~of ".3." 2. ABANDONED EASEMEN-T A 5 utUity easement that is-along Lot 3R & 2, east-{)(lot tR-t. was abandonedby-the-previous replat fifed-byMarshallancaster and Associates. in Cabinet A, ~ n30fñaf is- fired rn Vorume 388"-fZ, P-age- 3='r. Please see the- marked· up plat and attaened- previOtJsly- filed- plat of thts- pr~ for . additional information. 3. EXISTING EASEMEN-TS A 55' X 15' PubHc- Access Easement that is- on--lot 2", is incorrectly snow to be-aso-XtS': Marshattancasfer and Associãfes fifedthis easement tfl- Cabinet A, SHde-11-30-. Pfeaæ-see-the-mafked- up--pfat- ami- attae~d previously fited plat atthis: pLop.e.t~ faraddiliollal iafuuTh:.ttion. ·ate PO Box 820609 * North Richland Hills, Texas 76182-0609 7301 Northeast Loop 820 * (817) 427-6400 * Fax (817) 427-6404 J t::~ po: ~~ . .;J 12- rirlllLM\J I j \ " ("'"ïI¡ 0 r 'r- ~ r-r I - t=fr-7!h- I-- l.l lLT" "I-- I- MARTI ~ Ð-: ~ ~ . . ~ . . ?~@i~~D~lr2~ ~ u j í~~c r-jl,~vl 111 ~ ..i 1 --ä - ::r ·f ~1Tt:î2:¿ "~:~~C;l=: ~~l::'; ~tc,; _._~.~--..;..,_.., .- It( ; . ¡". - .,.-- -- j ..-" :. - ,. --. . , , .- . ----.. -'--- .' - - -~ I-- 01-- - - - - . ,- f I,,f I D - C IIlE.S- B..I-V D ~ "'-- - I III I ~ ~:¡:¡:¡:~:¡:~:~:¡:¡:~:~:¡:~: W -Q. = ~¡!¡!¡i!¡i¡i¡!!¡¡i~i¡i¡i¡i¡¡¡i¡i¡Mtm k:.:.:.:.: -:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::;::::::::::: rmmrmmmmmrrmmr ~ .. .:.:.:.:.~:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:. :::::::::::::::.:::.:.:.:.::: .:.:::.::::::::::: ;'~"..) ¡ ¡' --. -- I . '- .- . '. ~-.. --. . , : : . ....:.--=:. _. .- -. .. ......-~. -. " -.' , ,- ., .¡ /-" } .~ ~. .' __ __ . . J __ - - - - _. - ~ I _. .'-- .- '~o' I~\ TIES ,!JL. , ' - .~, I I ~ ...-_... r ...... -.,... _. ... . "' C;å~ ~À 'ø. M PS 2002-30 Final Plat of Lots 1 R-1 and 3R Home Depot Addition 16.58 acres .. .... -.. -+. h. ; PS 2002-30 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM MICHAEL CLARK OF WINKELMANN & ASSOCIATES INC. FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLA T OF LOTS 1 R-1 & 3R, BLOCK 1 HOME DEPOT ADDITION LOCATED IN THE 6400 BLOCK OF PRECINCT LINE ROAD (16.58 ACRES) APPROVED Planner Dave Green summarized the case. The purpose of this replat is to configure the existing property line between Lots 1 & 3 along Wayne Lane. Lot 1 contains the Home Depot building, Lot 3 is being proposed for development as a Steak & Shake restaurant. When Home Depot was constructed last year a 20' X 10' sign was placed at the intersection of Davis Boulevard and Wayne Lane (on Lot 3). The purpose of this replat is to run a flag lot to capture the sign location. North Richland Hills doesn't allow off-premise advertising. Staff recommends approval including an access entrance point off Wayne Lane onto Steak & Shake property. They need a cross access easement on the Site plan authorizing to cross the flag lot. Mr. Nehring asked for an explanation of a flag lot. Dave Green explained that a flag lot is a narrow piece of land used to gain access to a street or public right-of-way. Mr. Nehring asked who would own the flag lot? Dave Green responded that the lot would be Home Depot's. Mr. Schopper asked where the building set back starts. Dave Green stated that it is figured from Wayne Lane right-of-way. If there is a constraint, this might reduce parking. Also the wording should be placed on both the site plan and plat. Staff recommends approval of this plat. Mr. Welch, seconded by Mr. Nehring, motioned to approve PS 2002-30 subject to the following: 1) that the plat includes a cross access easement from Wayne Lane that matches Steak & Shake's access point as shown on their site plan, and 2) that the plat reflects the building setback for Lot 3R as being measured from the south row line of Wayne Lane. The motion carried unanimously (7-0). [ Department: Planning & Inspections Department Council Meeting Date: 7-22-02 Subject: Public hearing to consider hardship variance requests Agenda Number: SRB 2002-02 From Sign Ordinance No. 2374 by the Birdville independent School District. The variances concern a proposed electronic message sign to be located along Precinct Line Road east of Birdville Stadium. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ~ Case Summary: Birdville Independent School District is proposing to erect an electronic message board sign along the Precinct Line Road frontage just east of the Birdville Stadium parking lot. Staff received a letter Thursday afternoon July 18, 2002 requesting that this item be tabled to allow them to review their request. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends opening the public hearing and postponing the item until Monday, August 12, 2002. " Source of Funds: Bonds (GOlRev.) _~ Operating Budget Other - ....JeR.. ~ Department Head Signature Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds A va11âbte Finance Director SRC 2002-02 Birdvllle Independent School District Page I of2 ZO Bled eI4~1~ 41JDN lO ~ll~-Dl 606g1,gLlB-UlDJ~ UldLE: LO ZO-BL-Inr PB^ ~B~ ØIØO Birdville Fine Arts/Athletics Complex 9200 Mid Cities Blvd. . N. Richland Hills. Tp.xC,Ya 76180. 8J'l.~47..5900. Fox 817.547.5909. www.birdvllle.k.12.lx.1I Mr. Cunningham, This is a request tram the Birdville School District to have a continuance on the Sign Variance Application, scheduled for Monday July 22, and have that application moved. to August 12. B~ Director of Complex Operations, BlSD Birdville Independent School District GO 'd 8089LÞ9LIB 'ON X~~ X31dwoa ~/~~ aSIa Wd 91:GO OH! GOOG-él-10r /ê'" .,r;o. ,- î ;) CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Planning & Inspections Department Councit Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Consider Amending Ordinance Number 2314 Agenda Number: GN 2002-090 And the Sign Regulations of the City of North Richland Hills - Ordinance No. 2640. A Presentation was given to City Council on May 28 regarding changes to the current sign ordinance. Staff has prepared an ordinance revision to the sign regulations based on input received from City Council. The primary changes at this time deal with Wall Signs, Monument Signs, Pole Signs, Temporary Portable Signs, and Window Advertising. This is a first step in revising the sign ordinance. Other ordinance changes involving issues of clarification will need to be addressed in the future to allow for affective enforcement of this important aesthetic , ordinance. The proposed changes are in line with area cities and promote consistency for allowing sign advertising for local businesses. General changes to the sign ordinance include the following: · Wall Signs - increasing the allowable space from 10% to 15% of habitable wall space and allowing two wall signs on walls with street frontage or public entryway. · Monument Signs - clarifying consistent sign heights and square footages. The new standard is 7 feet tall, 50 square feet of sign message, 75 square feet of sign structure. · Pole Signs - recommending only allowing pole signs in the Freeway Overlay District and for Multi-tenant Centers greater than 200,000 square feet. Freeway Signs could be 65 feet high and up to 400 square feet, Multi-tenant Centers off the freeway could have one sign 25 feet high and up to 100 square feet. · Temporary Portable Signs - recommending changing from once a year for 23 days to once a year for 10 days. · Fuel Station Canopy Signs - clarifying to allow only two faces of canopy with 25% of canopy face for sign area. No fuel pricing or changeable letter signs would be allowed. · Window Signs - introducing language to control signs in windows, proposing 25% of windows for signs, no permits are required. In the future, other signs such as; Non-conforming Signs, Projection Signs and Searchlights will be brought back for further discussion. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 2640 regarding revisi!ons to the North Richland Hills Sign Ordinance. ~ Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds Available 1 TSTlctK Finance Director L:\Cases\GN Cases\GN 99-000 Sign Regulations 11-22-99.doc Page 1 of 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 72 ORDINANCE NO. 2640 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2374 AND THE SIGN REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS; PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Council has considered changes to the current sign regulations proposed by city staff and has determined that such changes are consistent with the Council's objectives for the City; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS. Section 1: THAT Ordinance 2374, the Sign Regulations of the City of North Rich1and Hills, as amended by Ordinance 2379, 2435 and 2474 is hereby amended as follows: A. Section 2.H. is deleted. B. Section 2.M. is amended by deleting the term "major Development sign" and subsection 2.M.2 is amended to read as follows: J 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 ~ 45 46 "2. One Pole Sign shall be allowed per platted lot. " C. Subsection 2.M. is amended by adding a new Subsection 5. which shall read as follows: 5. One (1) Pole Sign or Monument Sign shall be allowed for each separate auto dealership located within the Freeway Overlay District for each one hundred fifty (150) linear feet of qualified street frontage, or fraction thereof, and be subject to the applicable provisions of the Pole or Monument Sign regulations. D. Section 5.A. and 5.F. are amended to read as follows: A. Awning An architectural projection, which provides weather protection, identity or decoration, and is supported by te building to which it is attached. It is composed of a lightweight rigid or retractable skeleton structure over which another cover is attached which may be of fabric or other materials; may be illuminated. Sign text and logos on awnings are included in the wall signage area, but only the area of the sign, not the entire awning. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 3 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 4 45 46 K. L. F. Canopy Sign A pennanent sign which is attached to a fuel station canopy. E. Amend Section 9, "Table ofPennitted Uses" by adding new zoning districts NS, CS and HC and allowing all signs with existing notes in such districts except that Electronic Message Boards are not allowed in the NS district, eliminating pole signs in the AG district. F. Delete Section 11. G. Delete Subsection 13.A.I. H. Amend subsection 13.A.3.a.(4) to read as follows: (4) The sign message area shall be surrounded by at least 8" of sign structure consisting of masonry. I. Amend subsections 13.A.3(c)(I), (2) and (3) to read as follows: "(1) Number Allowed. A maximum of one Monument sign per street fTontage per lot shall be pennitted. (2) Maximum Area. The maximum area for a Monument sign shall be fifty (50) square feet for sign message area and seventy-five (75) feet for sign structure area. (3) Maximum Height. The maximum height for a Monument Sign shall be seven (7) feet." 1. Delete Subsection 13.A.4.(a). Amend new Subsection 13.AA.(b).(II) to read as follows: (11) Identification A minimum of 15% of the sign area ofa Major Development Sign shall display the name of the center at the top of the sIgn. Amend Subsection 13.B.I. to read as follows: "1. Wall Signs. The purpose of a Wall Sign is to provide single faced signage attached flat against the wall of a structure. Each structure or tenant space may have wall signage on a maximum of two building faces. Wall signs are only pennitted on faces of buildings that have a street fTontage or a public entrance. For the purpose of these regulations, a sign attached to a mansard roof that has a 1: 1 slope or more shall be regulated as a Wall Sign. For the purpose of these regulations, a sign that is attached or affixed to an awning that does not 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 extend more than thirty-six (36) inches from the exterior wall surface to which it is attached shall be regulated as a Wall Sign. Wall Signs shall comply with the following regulations: a. Permitted Districts. Wall Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 9, Table ofPennitted Signs. b. Maximum Area. Multiple Wall Signs shall be allowed on exterior walls, but the maximum area of all wall signs on each such wall shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of habitable wall area. For the purpose of these regulations, the term "habitable wall area" shall mean the surface area of the interior wall parallel and adjacent to the exterior wall surface where signs are desired. c. Multi-family Developments. Wall Signs for multi-family developments are limited to one (1) Wall Sign for each street frontage and a maximum area of twenty-five (25) square feet. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 d. Maximum Projection. A Wall Sign shall not project more than eighteen inches (18") from the surface upon which it is attached. However, the upper edge of a Wall Sign mounted on a mansard roof may project more than thirty-six inches (36") so long as the sign is perpendicular to the ground and does not extend above the apparent roofline of the building. e. No Projection above Roof Line. Except for signs attached to a mansard roof, all Wall Signs shall be placed flat against the wall of a building and shall not project above the cornice line, parapet wall, the apparent flat roof, eaves line of the building, or extend beyond the side wall of the building. f. Illumination. A Wall Sign may be illuminated. g. Window Signs. Signs visible from a public street or sidewalk that are posted, attached, painted, placed or affixed to or on a window or within three feet (3') behind the window and visible from the window. Maximum area of window signs shall be twenty five percent (25%) of a window. Where multiple windows exist fronting a single elevation, such maximum shall not apply to any single window, but window signs shall not occupy more than twenty-five percent (25%) of all window area. "t) 46 M. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 N. o. P. 't,) 46 Amend Subsection 13.B.2. to read as follows: "2. Fueling Station Canopy Signs. The purpose of a Fueling Station Canopy Sign is to provide advertising on a fueling station canopy structure. For the purpose of these regulations, a sign attached to a Fueling Station Canopy which extends more than three feet (3') from the exterior of the wall surface to which it is attached or to a free fonn standing canopy shall be regulated as a Fueling Station Canopy Sign. Fueling Station Canopy Signs shall comply with the following regulations: a. Fueling Station Canopy Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 9, Table ofPennitted Signs. b. Fueling Station Canopy Signs shall be limited to two (2) canopy faces and shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of the area of any canopy face. c. A Fueling Station Canopy Sign shall not extend beyond the top, bottom or edges of the canopy face. d. A Fueling Station Canopy Sign may be illuminated. e. Advertising signage on the Fueling Station Canopy shall be limited to company name or logo. No fuel price infonnation or changeable message boards shall be allowed on any Fueling Station Canopy. f. A Fueling Station Canopy shall not extend: (1) to less than eight feet (8') above any pedestrian walking surface below, or (2) to less than fourteen feet (14') above a vehicular maneuvering area." Delete Subsection 13.B.2.g. Amend Subsection 13.C.3.f. to read as follows: "f. A Portable Sign may be erected for a maximum period often (10) days." Amend Subsection 13.C.3.g.(ii) to read as follows: "(ii) In addition to the one-time grand opening pennit, a maximum of two (2) Portable Sign pennits may be issued to a business for 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Section 2: Section 3. Section 4: 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Section 5: advertising purposes each calendar year with a minimum of thirty (30) days between each sign pennit period." Any person, finn or corporation violating any provision of this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon final conviction thereof fined in an amount not to exceed Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). Each day any such violation shall be allowed to continue shall constitute a separate violation and punishable hereunder. SEVERANCE: It is hereby declared to be the intention ofthe City Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this ordinance are severable and, if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, subsection, article or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by the final judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, subsections, articles and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such invalid phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, subsection, article or section. The City Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to cause the publication of the descriptive caption and penalty clause of this ordinance as an alternative method of publication provided by law. This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon publication. AND IT IS SO ORDAINED. PASSED AND APPROVED this ATTEST: day of July, 2002. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS By: Oscar Trevino, Mayor Patricia Hutson, City Secretary Approved as to form and legality: 46 George A. Staples, Attorney SIGN REGULATIONS Ordinance No. 2374 Amendments Ordinance No. 2379 - Political Signs Ordinance No. 2435 - Portable Signs Ordinance No. 2474 - Light Pole Banner Signs Ordinance No. 2578 - Sign Maintenance/Wall Signs NI~H City of North Richland Hills, Texas SIGN REGULATIONS 1. Purpose The Sign Regulations are established for the purpose of promoting the health, safety, morals and general welfare of the City of North Richland Hills by facilitating easy and pleasant communication between people and their environment. These regulations contain standards intended to avoid visual clutter, which is potentially harmful to traffic, and pedestrian safety, property values, business opportunities, and community appearance. These regulations govern the use, size, location, construction and maintenance of signs. It is the purpose of these regulations to protect property values within the City of North Richland Hills, to enhance the beauty of the City, and to protect the general public from damage and injury, which may be caused by the unregulated construction of signs. Pursuant to these purposes, it is the intent of this Ordinance to authorize the use of signs, which are: A. Compatible with their surroundings; B. Appropriate to the activity that displays them; C. Expressive of the identity of individual activities and the community as a whole; D. Legible in the circumstances in which they are seen. 2. General Provisions The following general provisions shall be applicable to all signs erected within the corporate limits of the City of North Richland Hills. Where a conflict may exist between a general provision and a specific regulation, the specific regulation shall have priority over the general provision. A. Compliance Required No person shall erect, alter, or add to a sign, or sign structure, unless said sign conforms to the provisions contained in this Ordinance. Compliance is required whether or not a permit is required. B. Sign Area The sign area permitted in these regulations shall apply to the maximum size of a single sign face. However, when the two faces of a sign are separated by an angle of twenty (20) degrees or more, the maximum sign area shall be the total of all non-parallel sign faces. C. Construction Standards 1 . The construction of all signs shall comply with the structural requirements of the North Richland Hills Building Code and the most recent edition of the Uniform Building Code, as adopted by the City of North Richland Hills. Any electrical installations shall comply with the North Richland Hills Electrical Code. 2. All freestanding sign structures, excluding traffic directional signs, shall be constructed with, or covered with the masonry material to match the masonry portion of the principle building, or shall be constructed of brick or stone. 3. No permanent wood signs shall be allowed. 4. All sign structures shall be painted or anodized to blend with the architecture. Exposed metal surfaces that are subject to rust or corrosion are prohibited. D. Engineering Requirements Where required, the construction plans shall be signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered in the State of Texas. 07/17102 E. Interference with Safety Provisions No sign shall be erected in such a manner that any portion of its surface or supports will interfere in any way with the free use of any fire escape, exit, standpipe, or window, or obstruct any required ventilator or door stairway. F. Minimum Street Frontage A minimum of fifty (50) feet of qualified street frontage shall be required to erect a Ground Sign. G. Landscaping Required All ground signs, except traffic control and direction signs, shall be located in a landscaped setting which minimally consists of turf plant material, in all directions from the sign for a distance equal to a minimum of four and one half feet (4'6") from the base of the sign. Ground type Outdoor Menu Board Signs and Monument Signs shall be required to have landscaping on only 2 sides. H. Master Multi Tenant Sign Plan Required 1. Master Multi Tenant Sign Pbn. For any multi tonant dovelopment on which the owner proposes to orect one or moro signs roquiring a permit, tho ownor shall submit to tho Building Official, a Mastor Multi Tenant Sign Plan containing the following: a. An accur3te plot plan of the lot(s) at such e:cale as the Building Official may roquiro; b. Tho location of buildings, parking lots, dri'/eways, and landscaped are3e: on e:uch lot; c. Comput3tion of tho maximum total sign aro3, the m3ximum aroa for individu31 signe:, tho hoight of signs and tho number of freee:tanding e:igns allowed on tho lot under this ordinance; G:- J\n accurate indication on tho plan of the proposed location of 03ch prosent and futuro sign of any type, \'lhother roquiring a pormit or not, excopt that incidontal v:indow signe: nood not bo shown; e. /\n accurate dopiction of the sign structuro 3nd m3torials, specifying e:t:Jnd3rds for consistoncy among all signs on the lot(e:) affectod by the plan with rogard to color schomo, lettering or gr3phic stylo, lighting, loc3tion of oach sign on the buildings, m3torials, and sign proportions; 3nd f. If tho signage in the pl3n meets tho full intont of tho sign ordin3nco, then a 20% incre3e:e in tho maximum sign aro3 e:hall bo allmved for each sign. 2. Multi Lot Dovolopment A multi lot de'lelopmont is one in which contains tv:o or moro contiguous and 3dj:Jcont lots (disregarding intervening stroots and alleys) th3t mayor m3Y not be undor common ownership that contain moro than ono ¡:wilding (not incluGing any accessory building). The ownor(s) of such multi lot developmont may file a M3ster Multi Tenant Sign Plan. For tho purpose of this paragraph, if the signago in the pl::m meets the full intont of tho Sign Ordinance, thon a 20% incroaso in tho maximum sign 3re3 e:hall bo 3I1o'....ed for ooch sign. ð. Proceduros A M3ster Multi Tenant Sign Pbn shall be includod in any dovelopment plan, site plan, planned unit dovolopment plan, or other official pl3n required by the City for the proposod dovolopment 3nd Sh311 be processed simultaneously. VVhoro no official plan is roquirod by tho City, the Building Official may re'/iew the Mastor Multi Tonant Sign Plan ami approve it pro'/iGed it meete: the full intont and standards of this Ordin3nce, may approve it with conditions; or may dony the pbn. Appo::lI of tho Building Official's decision shall be to the Sign RO'lie'N Board. ^ Master Multi Tenant Sign Plan may be amended by filing a revised Master Multi Tonant Sign Pl::m that conforms to all requirements of this Ordinance. 2 07/17/02 If any ne'N or amended Master Multi Tenant Sign Plan is filed for a proporty on which existing signs 3re located, it shall include 3 schedule for bringing into conform3nce, all signs not conforming to the requirements of the Ordin3nce in effect on the d3te of submission. I. Encroachment A permanent sign shall not be constructed within or project over any property line, right-of- way line, public drainage easement, public or private utility easement without an encroachment letter which has been approved by the Public Works Department. J. Memorial and Historical Signs The Sign Review Committee may authorize special permits, on such terms as deemed appropriate, for signs and markers denoting properties or buildings which may have historical or memorial significance to the community. K. Community Special Events The Sign Review Committee may authorize signs to advertise patriotic, special events or special projects of general public interest taking place within the boundaries of the City. L. Lighting Where provided for in these regulations, certain signs may be illuminated. Illumination may be internal, internal-indirect, or indirect, as defined elsewhere in these regulations. All electrical facilities shall require separate electrical permits and shall be installed in accordance with the North Richland Hills Electrical Code. Lighting shall be installed so as to avoid any glare or reflection onto adjacent property, or create a traffic hazard on a street. Illuminated signs situated within one hundred (100) feet of residentially zoned property shall be shielded to minimize glare. M. Freeway Overlay Zone There shall be a Freeway overlay Zone located within an area two hundred (200) feet from and parallel to the right of way of I.H. Loop 820 and State Highway 121. A Pole or Electronic Message Board sign or m3jor Development sign within the Freeway Overlay Zone shall comply with the following additional regulations: 1. Maximum Pole and Electronic Message Boards Sign Height: A pole sign or Electronic Message Board sign located within the Freeway Overlay zone shall not exceed sixty-five (65) feet in height. ~ Maximum Major De'¡elopment Sign Height: ^ M3jor Development Sign loc3ted within the Freoway Ovorl3y Zona shall not exceod sixty five (65) foet in height. (2. One Pole Sign shall be allowed per platted lot.) 3. Maximum Pole and Electronic Message Board Sign Area: The maximum size of a Pole Sign or Electronic Message Board sign located within the Freeway Overlay Zone shall be two (2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of freeway frontage up to a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet. 4. Any Pole Sign or Electronic Message Board Sign located on the property of a public school, private school, government entity or other non-profit organization that is used to provide public service information of a general nature to the community may have a commercial sponsorship message on the sign. The commercial sponsorship message is limited to 10% of the total sign area. (5. One (1) Pole Sign or Monument Sign shall be allowed for each separate auto dealership located within the Freeway Overlay District for each one hundred fifty (150) linear feet of qualified street frontage, or fraction thereof, and be subject to the applicable provisions of the Pole or Monument Sign regulations.) N. Visibility Triangles No fence, screening wall, billboard, sign, structure, hedge, tree, or shrub shall be erected, planted or maintained in such a manner so as to obstruct or interfere with a clear line of sight for the drivers of approaching motor vehicles within a visibility sight triangle. Within this triangle, vision shall be clear at elevations between thirty inches and nine feet above the average curb grade. The placement of utility poles or traffic control devices shall be regulated the Public Works Director. 3 07/17102 1. Street Intersections a. On corner lots where two residential streets intersect or where a residential street intersects with a C-2- U Collector Street, or larger, the triangular area shall be formed by the greater of either: (1) Extending the two curb lines from an imaginary point of intersection a distance of thirty feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle, or (2) Extending the property lines, from their point of intersection, a distance of ten feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle. b. On corner lots where two C-2-U Collector streets intersect, or where a C-2-U Collector street intersects with a C-4-U Collector street, or larger, the triangular area shall be formed by the greater of either: (1) Extending the two curb lines from an imaginary point of intersection a distance of thirty-five feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle, or (2) Extending the property lines, from their point of intersection, a distance of fifteen feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle. c. On corner lots where two C-4-U Collector streets, or larger, intersect, the triangular area shall be formed by the greater of either: (1) Extending the two curb lines from an imaginary point of intersection a distance of forty feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle, or (2) Extending the property lines, from their point of intersection, a distance of twenty feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle. d. In cases where streets do not intersect at approximately right angles, the Public Works Director shall have the authority to vary these requirements as deemed necessary to provide safety for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 2. Driveway Visibility Triangles for Commercial Driveways No sign, including the pole of a sign, shall be erected or maintained in such a manner so as to obstruct or interfere with a clear line of sight for the drivers of approaching motor vehicles within a visibility triangle located on each side of a commercial driveway which intersects with a public street right-of-way or public access easement. The triangular area shall be formed by extending from the imaginary intersection point of the street right-of-way line with the edge of the driveway a distance of fifteen (15) feet and connecting these points with an imaginary line, thereby making a triangle. Within this triangle, vision shall be clear at elevations between thirty (30) inches and nine (9) feet above the average curb grade. Where a driveway intersects with a one- way street, a visibility triangle is only required on the on-coming traffic side of such driveway, unless traffic safety considerations dictate otherwise. 3. Signs Exempt from Requiring a Permit The following signs shall be exempt from permitting but shall comply with any other regulation contained in this Ordinance: A. A public notice or warning sign required by a federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance, including historical signs and markers placed by a city, county, state or national historical preservation organization and official vehicle inspection station signs. 4 07/17/02 B. A sign located inside a building and which is not displayed so as to be visible from outside the building. Signs located within a covered mall building shall comply with the North Richland Hills Building Code and the North Richland Hills Electrical Code. C. A sign located within a building. These generally include credit card decals, hours of operation signs, emergency contact information, etc. D. Works of art, including barber poles attached to a building, that does not include a commercial message. E. Holiday lights and decorations. F. Traffic control signs on private property, such as Stop, Yield, and similar traffic control signs. G. "No Parking" or 'Towing" signs authorized by City Ordinance. H. "No Dumping Allowed" signs posted to deter illegal dumping. I. Telephone and other underground utility warning signs, and other safety signs not exceeding one (1) square foot in area. J. Temporary Signs that are painted on glass surfaces of windows or doors and pertaining to the lawful business conducted therein. K. A sign within or on railway property and placed or maintained in reference to the operation of such railway. L. Security Warning, Neighborhood Watch or Crime Watch signs under two (2) square feet in area. 4. Signs Prohibited Signs not specifically allowed by this Ordinance are prohibited, including: A. Roof Signs (See definition). B. Rotating and Flashing Signs Revolving, rotating, flashing, or blinking beams or beacons of light shall be prohibited as a part of a sign display or as a device to attract attention, except as required by a governmental agency. Flashing or blinking lights which are incorporated into an electronic message board may be allowed and are regulated elsewhere in these regulations. C. Signs on Public Property Private signs shall be prohibited upon public property unless authorized by the City, other appropriate governmental authorities, or as provided by these regulations. D. Signs Attached to Utility Poles Signs attached to light poles, utility poles, traffic control poles and trees shall be prohibited. E. Park Bench Signs Park bench signs shall be prohibited. F. Search Lights and Balloons Searchlights and inflatable balloons shall be prohibited, except when approved as a Grand Opening Permit. G. Obnoxious Signs Exploiting Sex Prohibited 5 07/17/02 1. Visual Depiction of Sexual Areas of Human Form Prohibited No sign, including any temporary sign, which depicts the human form in such a manner that the areas of the buttocks, genitals, or the pubic area, or any portions of the female breasts below the top of the nipple, shall be maintained, erected, or placed upon or adjacent to any building where it is visible from a public street or from an adjacent building or premises. 2. Use of Words Connoting Erotic Entertainment Prohibited No sign, including any temporary sign, which advertises any "topless", "bottomless", "naked", or words of like import, shall be maintained, erected, or placed upon or adjacent to any building where it is visible from a public street or from an adjacent building or premises. The words "adult entertainment" or "adult shows" shall be permissible. 3. Display of Offensive Signs a Public Nuisance Any sign which is in violation of this subsection shall be declared a public nuisance. H. Activities Specifically Prohibited The following types of signs or activities are specifically prohibited as advertising attractions whether in conjunction with or without a Grand Opening Signage permit within the corporate limits of the City of North Richland Hills: 1. Bungee Jumping 2. Animal rides 3. Street vendors or hawkers 4. Helicopter or airplane rides 5. Hot air balloon rides I. Off-premises Advertising Shall be prohibited, unless provisions for such signs are contained in these regulations. J. Other Signs Any other sign not specifically allowed by this Ordinance is prohibited. 5. Definitions All definitions of words contained herein shall correspond with the most appropriate definitions appearing in the Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary, unless specifically defined in this Section. For purposes of these regulations, certain terms herein are defined as follows: A. Awning An architectural projection, which provides weather protection, identity or decoration, and is supported by the building to which it is attached. It is composed of a lightweight rigid or retractable skeleton structure over which another cover is attached which may be of fabric or other materials; may be illuminated. Sign text and logos on awnings are included in the wall signage area, but only the area of the sign, not the entire awning. B. Banner Sign A temporary sign which is painted or printed on a strip of cloth, canvas, or other flexible material with or without frames. C. Billboard Sign An outdoor advertising structure which advertises a use, product, or service not necessarily found on the premises. A billboard sign is also known as an off-site advertising sign. D. Building Official The administrative official charged with responsibility of enforcing and interpreting this Ordinance. 6 07/17102 E. Building Sign A permanent sign that has its supporting structure depending on a building for support and includes wall signs, canopy signs, projections signs and outdoor menu board signs. . F. Canopy Sign A permanent sign which is attached to a fuel station canopy. G. Community Event An event that is sponsored by a non-profit organization as defined by Section 503 © of the United States Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and formed for the use, benefit and enjoyment of its members to achieve religious, recreational, charitable, municipal or educational pursuits. H. Electronic Message Board A sign utilizing a fixed light source to provide a message in text, pictures or symbols that may appear to move or may appear as an on/off message. I. Flag A piece of cloth, usually rectangular, of distinctive color and design, used as a symbol, a standard, a signal, or an emblem. J. Freeway Overlay Zone The Freeway Overlay Zone is located within an area two hundred (200) feet from and parallel to the right-of-way of I. H. Loop 820 and State Highway 121. K. Ground Sign A permanent sign that has its supporting structure depending on the ground for attachment and includes pole signs, monument signs, outdoor menu message boards, electronic message boards and traffic directional signs. L. Illumination For the purposes of these regulations the term illumination shall be defined as follows: 1. "Internal lighting" shall mean a source of illumination entirely within the sign which makes the contents of the sign visible at night by means of the light being transmitted through a translucent material but wherein the source of the illumination is not visible. 2. "Internal-indirect lighting" shall mean a source of illumination entirely within the sign (generally a freestanding letter) which makes the sign visible at night by means of lighting the background upon which the freestanding character is mounted. The character itself shall be opaque, and thus will be silhouetted against the background. The source of the illumination shall not be visible. 3. "Indirect lighting" shall mean a source of external illumination located a distance away from the sign, but designed specifically to illuminate the sign, but which it is not visible to persons viewing the sign from any normal position of view. M. Incidental Signs A permanent sign that has a purpose secondary to the use of the property that provides information rather than advertising. Examples of such signs are traffic directional signs interior to the lot, "employee only parking", "loading zone only", "truck traffic only" signs. Incidental signs on windows may include credit card logos and hours of operation. N. Light Pole Banner Sign A temporary sign which is painted or printed on a strip of all weather cloth, canvas, or other flexible material which is designed or manufactured for outdoor use mounted on a light pole on private property. The sign material shall be secured in such a manner to render the sign stationary. O. Lot Land, including a tract, plat, or parcel, occupied or intended for occupancy by a use permitted in the City's Zoning Ordinance, and usually having its principal frontage upon a street or upon an officially approved place. P. Lot Width The minimum width of a lot measured at the front building line or chord length when the front of the lot is curved. 7 07117102 Q. Major Development Sign A permanent ground sign that provides advertising media for certain sized multi tenant developments. R. Monument Sign A permanent ground sign generally constructed out of brick, stone or cast concrete material supported on concrete foundation across the entire base of the structure and which may have an open space between the bottom of the sign and the ground which does not exceed one (1) foot. S. Obsolete Sign A sign that advertises or identifies a business, product or service that is no longer in existence at that location. T. Outdoor Menu Board A permanent ground sign or wall sign that provides an itemized listing of menu items and prices for food service establishments. U. Pole Sign A permanent ground sign that is supported totally from the ground. The message area is located on top of the support structures. V. Portable Sign Those signs that are not firmly attached to the ground, a building, or other structure, and those that can be easily moved or carried about and reused numerous times at different locations. Determination by the Building Official or his designated representative as to whether any sign is portable shall be controlling. W. Projection Sign A permanent wall sign that is mounted to the exterior wall of a building and that is mounted perpendicular to the wall of the building. X. Roof Sign Any sign erected and constructed wholly on and over the roof of a building, supported by the roof structure, and usually extending vertically above the highest portion of the roof. Y. Sign A displayed structure bearing lettering, symbols or logos, generally used to identify or advertise a place of business, product or service located or offered on the premises. Distinctive colors (exceeding 15% of any façade elevation), shapes or images which promote the product or business shall constitute a sign. This may include bright colors, lights, drawings or graphics. (Example: bright orange mini-warehouses.) The determination of what constitutes a sign shall be made by the Building Official. Any appeal of the building Official's decision shall be made to the Sign Review Board. Z. Sign Area The total area within the extreme perimeter of the attraction area intended to draw attention to the sign. Exception: Monument Signs. AA. Sign Height The vertical distance measured from natural grade to the top of the sign, measured at its highest point above ground level. For purposes of measurement, the natural grade shall be the elevation created by the undisturbed existing grade, or by normal site grading, when creating a development site. It shall not include any super elevation treatment. BB. Sign Rider An attachment to a real estate sign "detailing" certain features of the property, such as "Four Bedroom," "Pool," "Game Room," or the agents name. ee. Temporary Sign Any sign, banner, pennant, valance or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other like materials, with or without frames, and any type sign not permanently attached to the ground, wall or building, intended to be displayed for a short period of time only. DO. Traffic Directional Sign Any sign used only to control and direct traffic into or on private property, e.g., "ENTER" or "EXIT'. 8 07/17/02 EE. Wall Sign A sign painted on or attached to the wall surface of a building. FF. Wall Surface The general outer surface of any main exterior wall of the building or structure not including cornices, bay windows, or other ornamental trim. 6. Sign Permit Required No person shall erect, display, alter, relocate, or add to a ground sign, building sign, temporary sign, or a sign structure without first obtaining a permit which has been approved by the Building Official, unless an exemption is specifically provided herein. No permit shall be issued until the Building Official determines that the proposed sign is in conformance with these and any other applicable regulations. Where signs are illuminated by electric lighting that requires permanent wiring connections, separate electrical permits shall be obtained as required by the North Richland Hills Electric Code. A. Certificate of Occupancy Required No sign permit shall be approved unless a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued or an application for a Certificate of Occupancy has been approved by the Building Official. B. Sign Permit Application Applications for sign permits shall be submitted on forms furnished by the Building Official and comply with the following: 1. The permit application shall be signed by the property owner or his authorized agent. When the applicant is not the owner, the applicant shall provide a letter from the property owner that authorizes the applicant to represent the owner in the sign application process. 2. The applicant shall submit two (2) copies of a site plan which shows the proposed sign in relation to all lot lines and structures, or its location on the building. 3. A copy of stress sheets and calculations showing that the sign and its structure designed for dead load and wind pressure in any direction in the amount required by the North Richland Hills Building Code of the City. The current edition of the Uniform Building Code adopted by the City shall apply for the design of any sign structure. All structural calculations and design drawings are to be signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered in the State of Texas. 4. The name of the person, firm, corporation or association erecting the sign structure or painting the sign. 5. The applicant shall submit two (2) copies of details of construction of the sign and the sign support structure to clearly identify materials, methods of fastening or anchoring, whether or not the materials are to be painted, the type, size and location of lighting. When a sign is illuminated by "indirect lighting" the applicant shall also submit details of location, direction and placement of the lighting and the shielding. 6. Any other information deemed necessary by the Building Official. 7. The applicant shall pay a deposit in the amount of $100 when the permit is application filed. The deposit may be applied to the permit when the permit is secured. If the permit is not secured, the $100 shall be considered a plan review fee and is non-refundable. C. Permit Approved When the Building Official has determined that the application complies with the requirements of this Ordinance, he shall approve and issue the sign permit. The permit shall be expire 90 days from the date of approval and may be extended upon one written request of the applicant. An application for an expired permit shall be the same as required for a new application. 9 07117102 7. Contractor Registration As a prerequisite to obtaining sign permits, any person or firm operating under the provisions of this Ordinance within the corporate limits of the City of North Richland Hills shall be registered as a Sign Contractor in accordance with the requirements of the North Richland Hills Building Code. Each Sign Contractor shall pay an annual fee. Said fee shall be established by separate ordinance adopted by the City Council. 8. Administration and Enforcement For purposes of these regulations, the enforcement provisions contained in this Section shall apply to the sign regulations. Any violation of these regulations is subject to the provisions of the Penalty Clause contained herein. A. Notification of Violation When any sign is constructed, erected, or maintained in violation of these regulations, the property owner, management and/or tenant shall be given written notice to remove or alter the structure so as to comply with the standards set forth in these regulations as follows: 1. The property owner, his agent, and/or the tenant shall be served with a written notice that states the violation and requires compliance with this Ordinance not more than ten (10) days from the date the notice is served. The notice may be served by handling it to the property owner, agent, or tenant, in person, or by depositing the same in the United States mail, addressed to the property owner at the owner's address as shown on the most current tax roll of the City, or the tenant as shown on the utility billing records of the City. If the owner or tenant cannot be found, or if the notice is refused, or if the notice is returned by the United States Postal service, then the owner may be notified as follows: a. Posting the notice on or near the front door of each building on the premises where the violation exists at least ten (10) days prior to further action; or b. Posting the notice on a placard attached to a stake driven into the ground on the premises where the violation exists at least ten (10) days prior to further action. If such person, firm or corporation fails or refuses to comply with the provision of this Ordinance within the specified period following notification, the same shall be considered to be in violation of and subject to fine and penalty as provided for this Ordinance. B. Unsafe and Dangerous Signs The Building Official shall require that any sign or sign supports that are deemed unsafe, dangerous or that poses an immediate threat to the safety of the general public be made safe by repair or removal. The Building Official shall make reasonable effort to notify and allow the owner, tenant and/or agent of the sign or sign structure to abate the unsafe, dangerous or threatening condition. As a last resort, the Building Official shall take the necessary steps to abate the conditions. Any and all costs shall be charged to the owner, tenant and/or agent of the sign or sigh structure as follows: a. Whenever the property owner, agent, or tenant fails to abate the unsafe or dangerous condition within the time allowed, the Building Official is hereby authorized to contract with a contractor to perform such work as may be required to abate the nuisance. b. Whenever the City causes any work to be performed to abate a nuisance, a charge will be made to the property owner, agent, or tenant to recover the costs associated with the abatement. The charge shall be the actual cost of abatement, plus applicable sales taxes. c. An Administrative fee of $75.00 shall be assessed for each charge. d. If the actual charge and the administrative fee are not paid to the City within thirty (30) days after billing, the City shall file a lien against the property. Said lien shall be filed in the Deed Records of Tarrant County, Texas. The charges shown on the lien shall bear interest at the rate of eight per cent (8%) per 10 on1m2 annum from the due date until paid. The lien shall be collected under the same terms and provisions of law as on City ad valorem taxes. C. Illegal Signs The Building Official shall be authorized to abate or impound any temporary sign that is in violation of these regulations if not abated by the property owner and/or the sign owner within twenty-four (24) hours after notice has been given. D. Sign Maintenance On Premise Sign Maintenance 1. Signs and sign structure, including those existing prior to this Ordinance, shall be maintained at all times in a state of good repair, safe and secure condition, with all braces, bolts, slips, supporting frame and fastenings free from deterioration, termite infestation, rot, rust or loosening, and able to withstand at all times the wind pressure for which they were originally designed. 2. Sign supports, structures and faces of all exterior surfaces that are covered with paint shall be regularly painted to prevent rusting, peeling or blistering surfaces. 3. Any sign or sign support which varies, leans or lists 15 degrees or more from horizontal or vertical original design (unless approved as part of the original design) shall be considered as requiring maintenance, and shall be repaired or removed by the owner. 4. All obsolete signs lettering must be removed within 30 days of the sign becoming obsolete. In the case of a painted sign, it shall be painted over, in the case of an internally lit sign, a blank panel shall be installed, and in the case of applied letters or other material, they shall be removed. For purposes of this ordinance obsolete signs include any sign that advertises a business that is not in operation on the premises. 5. At no time shall a sign's internal lighting or structure is exposed unless it is actively under repair. 6. Any sign which the Building Official determines no longer serves a bono fide use conforming to this code, shall be removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the land, buildings or structure upon which the sign is located within fifteen (15) days after written notification to do so from the Building Official. Upon failure to comply with such notice, the Building Official is hereby authorized to cause the removal of such sign, and any expense incident thereto shall be paid by the owner of the land, building or structure to which such sign is attached or upon which it is erected. 11 07/17102 9. Table of Permitted Signs The Table of Permitted Signs, included in this Section, presents the zoning districts where the locations of signs shall be allowed or prohibited by these regulations. Signs are listed in accordance with allowable zoning districts shown as shaded areas, and zoning districts where certain signs are prohibited shown as blank areas. Res' Table of Per \1i~¡~ if .º i~ 0 0 0 .11 12 U A Permitted Signs mit i 2 C G Req' , d : H Y/N S S C A. Ground Signs 13A Electronic Y 12 · · · · '. I I Message Board 4 I I I Major Y 4 · · · · · · · Development Sign Monument Sign Y 3 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Pole Sign Y 1 · · · · · · · · . . I Subdivision Y 5 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · I Nameplate Sign I Menu Board Sign Y 2 · · · · · · T raffle Directional N 6 · · · · · · · · · · Sign B. Building Signs 13B Canopy Sign Y 2 · · · · · · · · Projection Sign Y 3 · · · · · · · · · Wall Sign 1 Y 1 · · · · · · · · · · · C. Temporary Sign 13C .. New Y 1 · · · · · · · · · ·1· · · · · · · I· I Development i I I i Sign i I Banner Sign Y 7 · · · · · · · · · · Construction N 8 · · · · · · · · · ·1· · · · · · · I Trade Sign ì I Flags 2 N 11 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Garage Sale Sign N 5 · · · · · · · · · Grand Opening N/Y 10 · · · · · · · · Sign I Light Pole Bahner Y 12 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Sign Political Sign 3 N 6 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Portable Sign 5 Y 3 · . · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Real Estate~ign N 4 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Weekend Y 9 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Advertising Sign 12 07/17/02 1 Multi-family allowed one Wall Sign per street frontage. 2 Company logo flags not allowed in AG, R1S, R1, R2, R3, R4D, R6T, RB, & MH1 districts. 3Political Signs are regulated as either "AG & R" district signs or "All other district" signs. 4Electronic Message Boards allowed outside the Freeway Overlay Zone have additional restrictions than Electronic Message Boards allowed within the Freeway Overlay Zone. 5See additional restrictions under the Portable Sign regulations. 10. Nonconforming Signs A. A sign that does not conform to the regulations prescribed in this code and that existed lawfully on the date of Adoption of Ordinance No. 2374, or amendments thereto, shall be deemed a nonconforming sign. A nonconforming sign may be maintained. B. The right to continue use of a nonconforming sign shall cease and such sign removed whenever: 1. An approved application for certificate of occupancy or a certificate of occupancy is issued by the Building Official and a sign is associated with such occupancy. This section applies to on-premise signs only. 2. A change in occupancy classification occurs as described in the building code and a sign is associated with the classification change. 3. A sign is altered, moved or relocated without a permit issued pursuant to the terms of this ordinance. 4. A sign is destroyed and the cost to repair the sign exceeds 60 percent of the replacement cost on the date of the damage. 5. A sign leans such that an angle between the sign and the ground is 45 degrees or less. C. A nonconforming ground sign situated on a property acquisition initiated by the City may be relocated on-site provided the sign is removed or rebuilt to conform with this ordinance within five (5) years. Relocation is limited to the same physical sign with no increase in height, area, or change in other physical attributes. For purposes of this section, "A property acquisition initiated by the City" does not include right-of-way dedicated in the subdivision plat process. 11. Special and Additional Rogulatiens Æ- Signs for Automobile Dealerships. 4-:- Ono (1) Polo Sign or Monument Sign shall be allo'Ned for each soparate doalershi¡:> locatod within the Freeway O'/orlay District for oach one hundred fifty (150) linear feot of qualified stroot frontage, or fraction thoreof, and be subject to the applicable provisions of tho Pole or MonLJment Sign regulations. 2-,- Pennants are permitted for automobile dealerships located in the construction areas of the Freeway O'/erlay Zone until Dec 31, 200J, or until the freeway interchango construction work is completed. ß..:- Signs in Agricultural Districts. In the ^G zoning district, legitimate agricultural businesses or enterprises shall be permitted ground, projecting or wall signs in accordance with these regulations with exception that such signs shall not exceed a total of one hundred (100) square foet in area and shall not oxceed fifteen (15) root in height. 13 07/17/02 12. Electronic Message Boards Electronic Message Boards within the Freeway Overlay Zone shall be subject to specific regulations for the Freeway Overlay Zone. Electronic Message Boards located outside the Freeway Overlay Zone shall comply with the following regulations: A. The maximum area is limited to 40 square feet. B. The sign message is non-commercial and is limited to general public information. C. The maximum lamp wattage shall not exceed 40 watts. D. Commercial sign sponsorship may be affixed to the sign. The maximum area of the company name and/or logo is limited to a maximum of 10% of the sign area. E. Electronic Message Boards not meeting these criteria may be allowed only upon approval of a Specific Use Permit. 13. Sign Height, Area, Construction and Placement Standards A. Ground Signs, General Ground Signs shall be regulated as Pole Signs, Monument Signs, Major Development Signs, Subdivision Nameplate Signs, New Development Signs, Traffic Directional Signs, Electronic Message Boards, or Outdoor Menu Board Signs. 1 . Pole Signs a. Pormitte(j Districts Polo Signs Shall be ::lIlowed in zoning districts shown in Soction 10, Table of Pormitted Signs. b. When Pormitte(j !\ pole sign may be permitted for single lot dovelopmont whon tho ama of the principal building exceed t\\'enty five thousand (25,000) sqblare foot in floor are::l. c. Maximum Area The m::lximum area of a polo sign is one hundrod (100) square f-oot. d. Maximum Height The maximum height of a pole sign is twenty (20) foet. o. Sign location The pole sign shall be IOC3tod at feast t\\'enty (20) foot from the front property side or tv/onty (20) ~et from Q side proporty line adjacent to :3 street. f. Spacing .^. Polo Sign shall bO:3 minimblm of one hblndred (100) foot from anothor Pole Sign, Monumont Sign, or Major De'/olopment Sign situated on the samo lot. g. Maximum Planter Height Landscaping I;)oxes, whon pro':ides, situatod at the base of a Pole Sign Sh311 not exceed thirty (dO) inches in height. h. Illumination .^. Pole Sign m3Y be illuminated. i. Material ReqYirements The support structure for a polo sign shall be doublo pole and said poles must be at loast three (ð) feet apart and each polo must bo individu311y covered with m3torial that match the masonry portion of the principal bblilding on the site or must be covered with stone or brick. 14 07/17102 , j. Landscaping RequiremeRts The required landE:caping of the aroa around the base of the sign shall consist of a combination of bodding plants, shruBs and/or ornamontal treos. 2. Outdoor Menu Boards Outdoor Menu Board may be allowed on a lot that has a business with drive thru windows subject to the following conditions: a. Not more than two (2) outdoor menu boards shall be allowed per drive-through window. b. Sign area shall not exceed thirty (30) square feet. c. The outdoor menu boards shall be located behind the front façade of the building. d. The outdoor menu boards may be either wall or monument type signs. 3. Monument Signs a. General Monument Signs shall be classified as either single-family residential, multi-family residential or non-residential. Monument Signs shall comply with the following regulations that are established for the three (3) divisions: (1) Monument Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. (2) When a Monument Sign is situated within an island or a driveway location at the entryway of a development where a vehicular driving lane is located on one (1) or more sides of the Monument Sign, the Monument Sign shall be located consistent with the Visibility Triangle requirements. (3) The sign structure area is the area created by the extreme limits of the total sign structure. (4) The sign message area shall be surrounded by at least 8" of sign structure (consisting of masonry.) (5) The sign structure area includes the sign message area. b. Single-family Residential Monument Signs (1) Number Allowed Not more than two (2) matching Single-family Residential Monument Signs shall be allowed at each entrance of a single-family residential subdivision. (2) Maximum Area A Single-family Residential Monument Sign shall not exceed: (a) Fifty (50) square feet of sign message area. (b) Seventy-five (75) square feet of sign structure area. (3) Maximum Height. A Single-family Residential Monument Sign shall not exceed six (6) feet in height. (4) Illumination. Single-family Residential Monument Signs may be illuminated. c. Non-residential Monument and Multi-Family Monument Signs (1) Number Allowed A maximum of one monument sign per street faGe (frontage per lot) shall be permitted. Howover, a comprehensivoly planned group of primary buildingE:, whether er not located on soparately platted lots, may havo one monument sign for each major entry. 15 07/17/02 , (2) Maximum Area The maximum area for a Monument Sign shall be 3S follows: (a) For signs located in an aroa that is less than ten (10) foot from the property lino 3butting and p3rallel to the streot(s), the maximum area is fifty (50) square feet of sign message area and seventy five (75) square feet of sign structure area. {b)- For signs located in 3n area that is more than ten (10) feet from tho proporty line abutting and p3rallel to the stroot(s), tho maximum ama is seventy fl':o (75) square feet of sign message ama and one hundred ten (110) square foet of sign structure area. (3) Maximum Height The maximum height for a Monument Sign shall be as follows: (7) feet. (a) For signs located in an area that is less than ten (10) feet from the property line abutting and p3rallel to the stmot(s), the maximum height is sovon (7) foot. (b) For signs located in an are3 that is more th3n ten (10) foet from tho property lino 3butting and par311el to the stmet(s), the maximum hoight is t\...el'/e (12) foot. (4) Spacing A non-residential Monument Sign shall be a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from another non-residential Monument Sign, Pole Sign, or Major Development Sign situated on the same lot. (5) Changeable Message Boards A non-residential Monument Sign may contain a changeable message board that utilizes changeable letters. The area of a message board shall be included in calculating the total sign area. (6) Lighting Monument Signs may be illuminated only by internal lighting for sculpted non-ferrous panels or by a ground lighting source where the light and fixture are not visible from a public Right of Way. 4. Major Development Signs The purpose of a Major Development Sign is to identify the name of large commercial and retail developments. a- Major De'.'elopments located within tt-le Free'....ay Overlay Zone (1) General Criteria One Major Devoloprnent Sign shall be allowod as follows: (a) For a dovelopment on 3 single pl3tted lot that contains ono (1) or mom multi occupancy building having ono hundmd thousand (100,000) square foot or more in combinod floor area, Gf (b) For a development on two (2) or more contiguaus and adjacent lots that cont3ins one (1) or mom ml:Jlti occupancy building having one hundred thoI:Js3nd (100,000) squ3re foot or mom in combined floor area. (2) Considered as 3 80nys Sign .^. Major De'Jolopmont Sign shall ee considomd a bonus sign and may ee allowed in addition to any other sign authorized in these regulations, providod th3t all spacing requirements are satisfied. (~) Maximym Nymber ^lIov:ed Nothin~ in these provisions shall be construod so as to allow more th3n one (1) Major Development Sign for each street frantage por eligiblo development. 16 07/17/02 (4) Spacing l\ Major Dovelopment Sign shall be a minimlJfFI of one hundred (100) feet from;] Polo Sign or Monumont Sign located on the saffle lot or on an adjacont lot of the same dovelopmont. (5) Maximum Area The Major Development Sign shall not oxceed the ratio of 0.005 square feet of sign area for each square foot of building floor area. No Major Development Sign shall exceed one thousand (1,000) square foet of sign area. (6) Maximum Height ^ Major Development Sign shall not excee8 the maximum height of sixty five (65) foot. (7) Maximum Planter Height 'Nhen a Major Devolopment Sign is located at a dri'Jeway entrance, landscaping plants or planter boxos situated at the base of a Major Devolopment Sign shall not oxceed thirty (dO) inches in height. (8) Changeable Message 8eards ^ Major Development Sign may contain a changeablo message board that utilizes eithor electronic or changeable lotters. The area of a changeablo mossago board shall 130 included in calculating the total sign 3rea. (9) Illumination 1\ Major Dovelopment Sign may be illuminatod. b. Major Developments (1) General Criteria One Major Development Sign shall be allowed as follows: (a) For a development on a single platted lot that contains one (1) or more multi-occupancy building having two hundred thousand (200,000) square feet or more in combined floor area, or (b) For a development on two (2) or more contiguous and adjacent lots that contains one (1) or more multi-occupancy building having two hundred thousand (200,000) square feet or more in combined floor area. (2) Considered as a Bonus Sign A Major Development Sign shall be considered a bonus sign and may be allowed in addition to any other sign authorized in these regulations, provided that all spacing requirements are satisfied. (3) Maximum Number Allowed Nothing in these provisions shall be construed so as to allow more than one (1) Major Development Sign for each eligible development. (4) Spacing A Major Development Sign shall be a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from a Pole Sign or Monument Sign located on the same lot or on an adjacent lot of the same development. (5) Maximum Area The Major Development Sign shall not exceed 100 square feet of sign area. (6) Maximum Height A Major Development Sign shall not exceed the maximum height of twenty- five (25) feet. (7) Maximum Planter Height When a Major Development Sign is located at a driveway entrance, landscaping plants or planter boxes situated at the base of a Major Development Sign shall not exceed thirty (30) inches in height. (8) Changeable Message Board A Major Development Sign may contain a changeable message board that utilizes changeable letters. The area of a changeable message board shall be included in calculating the total sign area. 17 07/17/02 (9) Material Requirements The support structure for a major development sign shall be double pole and shall be constructed or covered with materials that match the masonry portion of the prinèiple building on the site or shall be covered with stone or brick. Each support structure shall be independently covered with masonry. (10) Illumination A Major Development Sign may be illuminated. (11) Identification A minimum of 15% of the sign area of a Major Development Sign shall display the name of the center at the top of the sign. c. Major Retail Malls (1) General Criteria A Major Retail Mall is a commercial development that consist of a multi- occupancy building consisting primarily retail establishments located in one building or one operating entity having a combined floor area of at least five hundred thousand (500,000) square feet in floor area. The development may be located on one or more contiguous and adjacent lots, parcels or tracts. (2) Monument Signs A Major Retail Mall may have monument signs complying with the following regulations: (a) Maximum Area The maximum area of a Monument Sign is ninety (90) square feet in area. (b) Maximum Height The maximum height of a Monument Sign is twelve (12) feet. (c) Illumination A monument sign may be illuminated. (d) Off-site Monument Sign A major Retail Mall is permitted one (1) off-site monument sign. (3) Wall Signs A Major Retail Mall may have Wall Signs that compiling with the following regulations: (4) Maximum Area Maximum Area Multiple Wall Signs shall be allowed per wall surface. The maximum area of all Wall Signs on each wall face shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the total wall area. For purposes of these regulations, the term "wall area" shall mean the wall surface of a single tenant structure or the storefront of a multi-occupancy structure. Wall Signs may be placed on the vertical edge of freestanding canopies, however, the canopies may not be counted toward the sign area allowed. (5) Illumination A Wall Sign may be illuminated. 5. Subdivision Nameplate Signs The purpose of a Subdivision Nameplate Sign is to provide identification of a subdivision. Subdivision Nameplate Signs shall comply with the following additional regulations: a. Permitted Districts Subdivision Nameplate Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. b. Location Subdivision Nameplate Signs shall be secured or mounted into a fence or masonry- screening wall. c. Number Allowed Not more than two (2) matching Subdivision Nameplate Signs shall be allowed at each entrance of an "R" district subdivision, or a multi-family development. 18 07/17/02 d. Maximum Area A Subdivision Nameplate Sign shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in area. e. Maximum Height A Subdivision Nameplate Sign shall not extend above the fence or wall. f. Illumination Subdivision Nameplate Signs may be illuminated. 6. Traffic Directional Signs The purpose of a Traffic Directional Sign is to aid vehicular traffic into or out of a business establishment by identifying only the vehicle entrances or exits. Traffic Directional Signs shall comply with the following regulations: a. General (1) A permit shall not be required for a Traffic Directional Sign. (2) Traffic Directional Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10. Table of Permitted Signs. (3) Only two (2) Traffic Directional Signs may be allowed for each drive approach. Each sign must be either an "Entrance" or an "Exit" labeled sign. (4) A Traffic Directional Sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet in area. (5) Traffic Directional Signs may include a company name and logo. (6) A Traffic Directional Sign may be illuminated. (7) Traffic Directional Signs shall be located on private property. b. Regulations for Industrially Zoned Property. (1) A permit shall not be required for a Traffic Directional Sign. (2) Only two (2) Traffic Directional Signs may be allowed for each drive approach. Each sign must be either an "Entrance" or an "Exif' labeled sign. (3) A Traffic Directional Sign may not exceed 15 square feet in area. (4) Traffic Directional Signs may include a company name and logo. (5) A Traffic Directional Sign may be illuminated. (6) Traffic Directional Signs shall be located on private property. B. Building Signs Building Signs shall be regulated as either Wall Signs or Fueling Station Canopy Signs. 1. Wall Signs The purpose of a Wall Sign is to provide single faced signage attached flat against the wall of a structure facing (3 public street. Each structure or tenant space may have wall signage on a maximum of two street 19 on1m2 front3ges (faces. Wall signs are only permitted on faces of buildings that have a street frontage or a public entrance.) For the purpose of these regulations, a sign attached to a mansard roof that has a 1:1 slope or more shall be regulated as a Wall Sign. For the purpose of these regulations, a sign that is attached or affixed to an awning or canopy liko structure that does not extend more than thirty-six (36) inches from the exterior of the wall surface to which it is attached shall be regulated as a Wall Sign. Wall Signs shall comply with the following regulations. a. Permitted Districts Wall Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. ~ Maximum Area Multiple Wall Signs shall be allowed per wall surface, but the maximum area of all Wall Signs on each wall surface shall not exceed ton percent (10%) (fifteen percent (15%) of the total wall area that is habitable. For purposes of these regulations, the term "habitable wall area" shall mean the wall surface of a single tenant structure or the storefront of a multi-occupancy structure which is (the space between the floor and the ceiling) habitable. \11/311 Signs may bo placed on the VOrtiC31 adgo of freest3nding canopies, howover, tho canopie& m3Y not be countod toward the sign area allowed. c. Multi-family Developments Wall Signs for multi-family developments are limited to one (1) Wall Sign for each street frontage and a maximum area of twenty-five (25) square feet. d. Maximum Projection. A Wall Sign shall not project more than eighteen (18") inches from the surface upon which it is attached. However, the upper edge of a Wall Sign mounted on a mansard roof may project more than thirty-six (36") inches so long as the sign is perpendicular to the ground and does not extend above the apparent roofline of the building. e. No Projection above Roof Line Except for signs attached to a mansard roof, all Wall Signs shall be placed flat against the wall of a building and shall not project above the cornice line, parapet wall, the apparent flat roof, eaves line of the building, or extend beyond the side wall of the building. f. Illumination A Wall Sign may be illuminated. g. (Window Signs A Window Sign is a sign that is visible from a public street or sidewalk that is posted, attached, painted, placed, or affixed in or on a window or a sign that is located within three feet of a window. Window Signs are allowed to cover up to 25% of the visible window area. Where multiple windows exist, fronting on a single elevation, 75% visibility shall be maintained for the total window area on each elevation. A permit is not required for a Window Sign.) 2. (Fueling Station) Canopy Signs The purpose of a (Fueling Station) Canopy Sign is to provide advertising on a (fueling station) canopy structure. For the purpose of these regulations, a sign attached to a (fueling station) canopy which extends more than three (3) feet from the exterior of the wall surface to which it is attached or to a free standing canopy shall be regulated as a (Fueling Station) Canopy Sign. (Fueling Station) Canopy Signs shall comply with the following regulations: a. (Fueling Station) Canopy Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted. ~ (Fueling Station) Canopy Signs shall not excoed fifty (50) percent of the wall e;urf-ace Gr03 of the c3nopy. (not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of the area of any canopy face. c. A (Fueling Station) Canopy Sign shall not extend beyond the top, bottom or edges of the canopy face. d. A (Fueling Station) Canopy Sign may be illuminated. 20 07117102 &,- Canopy signs shall not be located above the second floor level. Advertising signage on the Fueling Station Canopy shall be limited to company name or logo. No fuel price information or changeable message boards shall be allowed on any canopy. f. A Fueling Station Canopy shall not extend: (1) To less than eight (8) feet above any pedestrian walking surface below, or (2) To less than fourteen (14) feet above a vehicular maneuvering area. ~ When a canopy is ßrovided over a gas pump area, signs attached to the supports of the canopy, may be allowed and are exempt from any ßermit requiroments. Howe'/or, €Uch signs shall not oxcood four (-1) square foot in area. 3. Projection Signs. A Projection Sign is a sign in which the message area is perpendicular to the wall of the building. Projection Signs shall comply with the following regulations: a. Projection Signs may be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. b. One (1) Projection Sign may be allowed for each single tenant building or for each tenant in a multi- occupancy structure. However, no single tenant building or single tenant storefront shall have a Projection Sign in combination with a Wall Sign, Roof Sign, or Canopy Sign. with a pedestrian walking area c. A Projection Sign shall not exceed twenty-five (25) square feet. The plane of the message area shall not exceed eighteen (18) inches from the plane of the message area on the opposite side of the sign. d. Projection Signs shall not project over any property line or right-of-way line. e. A Projection Sign shall not project more than four (4) feet from any wall surface and shall not extend above the apparent roof line of the building. f. Every Projection Sign shall be a minimum of eight (8) feet above the grade over a pedestrian walking area or fourteen (14) feet over a vehicular maneuvering area. g. A Projection Sign may be illuminated. C. Temporary Signs Temporary signs shall be regulated as either Portable Signs, Real Estate Signs, Garage Sale Signs, Political Signs, Banner Signs, Construction Trade Signs, Flags, and Weekend Advertising Signs. 1. New Development Signs The purpose of a New Development Sign is to provide temporary identification of a new residential subdivision, or a proposed new commercial development. New Development Signs shall comply with the following additional regulations: a. Permit Period Permits for such signs shall be valid for a period of one (1) year, or to the completion of the project, whichever occurs first and must be removed prior to the expiration of the permit. The permit may be renewed each year upon payment of a new fee provided that a minimum of ten (10) percent of the lots remain vacant in a residential subdivision. 21 OV1vœ b. On-site One (1) New Development Sign shall be allowed on-site of the residential subdivision or on the site of the commercial project. Additional on-site New Development Signs shall be allowed as follows: (1) One (1) additional New Development Sign shall be allowed on-site on a different street than the initial New Development Sign when a residential subdivision contains two street intersections, which do not intersect on the same street. (2) One (1) additional New Development Sign shall be allowed on-site of a proposed new commercial project when the site contains two or more street frontages. c. Off-site One (1) New Development Sign shall be allowed off-site which may be located in any Commercial, Industrial, or Office Zoning District, or on unplatted vacant property. d. Maximum Height A New Development Sign shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet in height. e. Maximum Area A New Development Sign shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in area. f. Illumination A New Development Sign may be illuminated. 2. Vehicle Advertising a. It shall be unlawful to attach any sign to or upon any vehicle, trailer, skid or similar mobile structure where the primary use is to provide a base for the sign itself and where the vehicle is allowed to remain parked along a right-of-way in the same location or in the same vicinity at frequent or extended periods of time. b. Vehicles whose primary use is the regular delivery of goods or services may have such goods and services advertised upon the vehicle provided the owner can demonstrate, through a log or other documentation made contemporaneously with the vehicle usage, that the primary use of the vehicle is the regular delivery of goods or services. c. Signs shall be permanently attached to the vehicle by being painted, bolted, screwed or magnetically affixed. No sign or advertising structure shall be erected or attached to any vehicle except for those signs which are painted directly or mounted flush to the surface ore mounted directly on the roof of the vehicle. No roof mounted signs shall project more than twelve (12) inches above the roof of the vehicle or the bed of a pick-up truck. d. Banners or signs made of cloth or other light materials, secured with rubber, rope, string, tape or other similar adhesives shall be prohibited for vehicular advertising. e. Vehicle advertising affixed to a vehicle which has been altered for purposes of circumventing these regulations shall be prohibited. f. Vehicles that are inoperable, that are not properly licensed and/or are currently not registered shall not be used, parked or stored in a manner to provide advertising. 3. Portable Signs a. A permit shall be required for every Portable Sign. Non-profit organizations will not be charged a permit fee. 22 07/17102 b. All applications for a Portable Sign permit shall be accompanied by a refundable deposit of one hundred ($100) dollars per sign. The deposit will be refunded to the applicant once the Portable Sign has been removed and an affidavit attesting to the removal of the sign is filed with the City. If the applicant fails to provide such an affidavit within 5 days of the expiration of the permit, the deposit will be forfeited to the City. c. Portable Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs, subject to the following additional restrictions: (i) Portable Signs utilized by non-profit organizations shall be allowed in all zoning districts; however, within residential zoning districts, signs may only be located on a collector or arterial street. (ii) Portable Signs utilized to advertise "for profit" activities may be located in nonresidential districts only. d. A Portable Sign may be erected or placed to advertise a business, industry or pursuit, but only on the premises on which the referenced business, industry or pursuit is conducted and only when a Certificate of Occupancy has been previously issued by the Building Official. e. Portable Signs to advertise community events may be located off-premise from the location of the event. f. fI. Portablo Sign may 90 erected, after the issuance of a permit, ton (10) days prior to a grand opening, businoss or community event and must bo removod no lator than tv.'o (2) days 3fter the grand opening, business or community e'.'ent. Tha maximum duration of events shall bo olavon (11) days. A Portable Sign may be erected for a maximum period of ten (10) days. g. The number of allowable Portable Sign permits shall be as follows: (i) One (1) grand opening Portable Sign permit may be issued to a business during the tenure of the business during the tenure of the business at the same location. (ii) In addition to the one-time grand opening permit, a maximum of ona (1) two (2) Portable Sign permits may be issued to a business for advertising purposes each calendar year (with a minimum of 30 days between each sign permit period.) (iii) Each community event shall be permitted to obtain five (5) Portable Sign permits. h. The Portable Sign structure must be removed from the view of adjacent public rights of way upon expiration of the permit. Removal of the letters from the signboard does not constitute removal of the sign. i. A Portable Sign shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in area. j. A Portable Sign shall not be erected or placed in any location that constitutes a safety or traffic hazard. k. A Portable Sign shall not be erected or placed in a fire zone, fire lane, handicap parking area or required loading zone. I. A Portable Sign shall not be placed in any location that blocks the view of any ground sign. m. A Portable Sign shall be placed a minimum of ten (10) feet from any property line. 23 07/17/02 n. A Portable Sign shall be a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from another Portable Sign situated on the same lot. o. A Portable Sign shall bear the company name, address and telephone number of the owner of the sign which shall be the same information as shown on the Contractor Registration on file with the City. Any sign not containing current information shall be declared an illegal sign. p. Portable Signs shall not be illuminated. 4. Real Estate Signs The purpose of a Real Estate Sign is to advertise the offering for sale or rental of land and buildings. Real Estate Signs shall be classified as either residential or non-residential. Every Real Estate Sign shall comply with the following regulations: a. General Provisions Applicable to all Real Estate Signs (1) A permit shall not be required for a Real Estate Sign. (2) Real Estate Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. (3) Real Estate Signs shall be removed within one (1) week following the close of a sale or lease of the property advertised. b. Residential Real Estate Signs One (1) Residential Real Estate Sign shall be allowed for each street frontage for a single lot of residential zoned or used property as follows: (1) The Residential Real Estate Sign shall be placed on the property offered for sale or rental. (2) The area of the Residential Real Estate Sign shall not exceed six (6) square feet, exclusive of the pole. The Real Estate Sign shall have no more than six (6) "sign riders". (3) No portion of a Residential Real Estate Sign, including the pole, shall exceed six (6) feet in overall height. (4) A Residential Real Estate Sign shall be not be illuminated. (5) In addition to a Residential Real Estate Sign, one (1) "Open House" and one (1) "Model Home" sign shall be allowed on the property offered. The size and area shall not exceed that of a Residential Real Estate Sign. (6) "Open House" signs and "Model Home" signs displayed off-premises shall be allowed when the advertiser and the sign conforms to the regulations for Weekend Advertising Signs contained in this Ordinance. c. Non-residential Real Estate Signs. One (1) Non-residential Real Estate Sign shall be allowed for each street frontage on any multi-family or nonresidential commercial property, and shall comply with the following regulations: (1) The Non-residential Real Estate Sign shall be placed on the property offered for sale or rental. 24 07117102 (2) A Non-residential Real Estate Sign area shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in area. (3) A Non-residential Real Estate Sign shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet in overall height. (4) A Non-residential Real Estate Sign shall not be illuminated. (5) Non-residential Real Estate Sign shall be a minimum of twenty (20) feet behind any curb or edge of pavement. (6) In addition to a Non-residential Real Estate Sign, one (1) "Open House" sign shall be allowed on the property offered. The size and area shall not exceed that of a Non-residential Real Estate Sign. (7) "Open House" signs displayed off-premises shall be allowed when the advertiser and the sign conforms to the regulations for Weekend Advertising Signs contained in this Ordinance. 5. Garage Sale Signs a. A permit shall not be required for any Garage Sale Sign. b. Garage Sale Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs when in conjunction with an approved garage sale permit. c. Temporary, unlighted signs announcing a garage sale of household possessions shall be allowed in conjunction with an approved garage sale permit at a place of residence. d. Garage Sale Signs shall be located on private property only. Garage Sale Signs shall not be allowed on any public property, right-of-way, or utility, light, traffic signal or sign pole. e. Garage Sale Signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area. f. Garage Sale Signs shall not exceed three (3) feet in height. g. Garage Sale Signs shall not be posted more than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the beginning of the sale and shall be removed within twenty-four (24) hours following the end of the sale. h. Garage Sale Signs shall not be illuminated. 6. Political Signs The purpose of a Political Sign is to advertise a political candidate for public office, a political party, or an issue being considered for public referendum. Political Signs shall comply with the following additional regulations: a. No permit shall be required for any Political Sign. b. Political Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10. Table of Permitted Signs. c. Political signs shall not be located on any utility, light, traffic signal or sign pole. 25 07117102 d. Political signs shall be allowed for a period of thirty (30) days prior to local or county elections, sixty (60) days prior to a state election and ninety (90) days prior to a national election. All political signs shall be removed no later than seven (7) days after the election or after the termination of candidacy, whichever occurs first. e. AG and uRn Districts Political Signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area and the height shall not exceed three (3) feet above grade in the AG and all "R" zoning districts. f. All Other Districts Political Signs shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in area and the height shall not exceed six (6) feet above grade in all zoning districts except in the AG and all uR" districts. g. Political Signs shall not be located so as to cause a safety or traffic hazard. h. A Political Sign shall not be illuminated or projected. i. Political signs shall not be placed upon public property or within public rights-of-way except that political yard signs (less than 3 square feet in size) may be placed in the public right-of-way with permission of the owner of the abutting property. j. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon final conviction thereof shall be fined in a sum not to exceed two hundred dollars for each offense. Each day such violation continues to exist shall constitute a separate offense. 7. Banner Signs The purpose of a Banner Sign is to supplement permanent advertising with temporary advertising messages, which advertise the opening of a new business or a special event. Banner Signs shall comply with the following a regulations: a. A permit shall be required for a Banner Sign. b. Banner Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 1 A, Table of Permitted Signs. c. One Banner Sign shall be allowed for each single occupancy structure or for each store front of a multi-occupancy structure. d. A Banner Sign shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in area. e. Banner Signs shall be attached to a wall surface or fascia and shall not project above the apparent roof or eaves line. f. Banner Signs shall be kept in good repair and remain securely attached in such a manner to withstand wind loads in accordance with the Uniform Building Code. g. Banner Signs shall not be displayed for a period exceeding 30 days; nor shall a permit for a Banner Sign be granted more than three (3) times within anyone-year period. When more than one permit is granted to a business on a lot, there must be a minimum period of forty-five (45) days between the effective dates of such permits. h. In conjunction with the Grand Opening Signage provisions of this Ordinance, one additional oversized banner shall be allowed on the front or side of a building structure for each street frontage of a 26 07/17102 business holding a Certificate of Occupancy. The maximum size of the additional banner(s) shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the wall area on which the banner is attached. i. Developments with a parking lot containing more than sixty-five thousand (65,000) square feet may erect color coded banners for the purpose of aiding patrons in locating their parked vehicles. Such banners shall be located on poles uniformly throughout the parking lot with a ratio not to exceed one (1) banner for each sixty-five thousand (65,000) square feet of parking area. Such banners shall be entitled to have a logo or symbol identifying the establishment. The total size of each such color coded banner shall not exceed thirty-six (36) square feet and the banner shall not be less than three (3) feet in width nor more than twelve (12) feet in length or greater than twenty (20) percent of the surface height of the pole to which it is to be attached. 8. Construction Trade Signs The purpose of a Construction Trade Sign is to provide temporary advertising for the various construction companies working at a construction site. For purposes of these regulations, a sign, which advertises the financial lending institution, shall be considered a Construction Trade Sign. Construction Trade Signs shall be regulated as either Residential Construction Trade Signs or Non-residential Construction Trade Signs. a. No permit shall be required for any Construction Trade Sign. b. Construction Trade Signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Section 10, Table of Permitted Signs. c. Residential Construction Trade Signs shall comply with the following: (1) Residential Construction Trade Signs shall only be allowed in residential zoning districts. (2) Residential Construction Trade Signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area. (3) Residential Construction Trade Signs shall not exceed three (3) feet in overall height. (4) The signs shall be placed on the property where building activity is taking place. (5) A Residential Construction Trade Sign shall not be illuminated. (6) The signs shall be removed immediately following the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. d. Non-residential Construction Trade Signs shall comply with the following: (1) Non-residential Construction Trade Signs shall only be allowed in non-residential zoning districts. (2) Non-residential Construction Trade signs shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in area. (3) Non-residential Construction Trade Signs shall not exceed ten (10) feet in overall height. (4) The signs shall be placed on the property where building activity is taking place. (5) A Non-residential Construction Trade Sign shall not be illuminated. (6) The signs shall be removed immediately following the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 27 07/17/02 9. Weekend Advertising Sign The purpose of Weekend Advertising Signage is to assist the public by guiding them to available residential properties in North Richland Hills. a. Registration A builder, developer, or realtor must be registered with the City of North Richland Hills to be eligible to participate as a weekend advertiser. The annual fee shall be paid and/or renewed during the month of January each year. b. Schedule Signs shall be allowed between 12:00 p.m. Friday and 12:00 p.m. Monday. A holiday falling on Friday or Monday will be considered as part of the weekend. c. Sign Size Signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area, and shall not exceed three (3) feet above grade. d. Spacing of Signs Signs for one advertiser shall be at least two hundred (200) feet apart. e. Sign Location Individual sign locations shall adhere to the following criteria. f. It shall be the responsibility of the builder, owner, or Realtor to secure permission of the adjacent property owner for placement of the signs on private property. This ordinance does not grant unlimited access and use of the City right-of-way. g. Signs may be placed in public right-of-way, but no closer than three (3) feet from the edge of the sign to the street curb or edge of pavement. Signs shall not encroach into the sidewalk or into the street. h. No sign shall be placed in a visibility sight triangle as defined in this Ordinance. i. Signs shall not be located within a street median. j. Sign Construction and Criteria Signs shall be rigid, two-dimensional displays that advertise residential property, "For Sale, Lease or Open House", guiding the public to a specific location in North Richland Hills. 10. Grand Opening Signage The purpose of Grand Opening Signage is intended to allow a new business, or a business which has substantially remodeled as herein prescribed, to benefit from special advertising signage which is not usually allowed by right by the Sign Regulations. Grand Opening Signage requires approval of a sign permit and is allowed in all zoning districts, except within the AG and the R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4-D, R-1-S, R- 6-T, R-7-MF, R-8, and the U Districts. The following regulations contained within this subsection apply to Grand Opening Signage. a. Upon the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and within a 180-calendar day period thereafter, a business shall automatically be entitled to utilize the Grand Opening Signage provisions contained in the Subsection when one of the following conditions applies: (1) When the Certificate of Occupancy has been issued to a new business, which may not be of the same business classification type listed in Section 310, Table of Land Uses, Zoning Ordinance of the City of North Richland Hills, which existed previously for the same address location, unless the prior business has been closed for a thirty (30) day period, or longer, or 28 07/17/02 (2) When a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued to an existing business, which has remodeled and the cost of the renovation exceeds sixty (60) percent of the current value of the building, or lease-space, excluding the value of the land, according to the most recently approved tax roll. b. Approval of a Grand Opening Signage permit by the Building Official is required and shall be valid for a period of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days. The Grand Opening Signage permit is limited to the address noted on the Certificate of Occupancy and shall comply with the following requirements: (1) Grand Opening signage may include any combination of oversized banners, pennants, inflatable signs & balloons, searchlights, and a portable sign, which may be in addition to any other legal sign allowed by the provisions of this Ordinance. (2) A searchlight may be used as Grand Opening Signage provided it complies with the provisions of Section 14W3. (3) Banner signs may be used as Grand Opening Signage provided they comply with the provisions of Section 13.C.7. (4) Pennants may be used as Grand Opening Signage provided they comply with the provisions of Section 13.C.10.e. (5) Inflatable Signs and Balloons may be used as Grand Opening Signage provided they comply with the provisions of Section 13.C.10.d. (6) One (1) Portable Sign may be used as Grand Opening Signage provided it complies with the provisions of Section 13.C.3. (7) Grand Opening signage shall be contained within the limits of the property of the legal business on which a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued and shall not extend into the City right-of- way. Signage shall not be located in any sight visibility triangle nor shall any combustible materials be placed in contact with illuminated signs or electrical fixtures. (8) No permit fee shall be required for a Grand Opening Signage Permit. c. Searchlights Searchlights shall be allowed only in conjunction with the Grand Opening Signage provision contained in these regulations. A searchlight may be used provided the following regulations are satisfied: (1) Any searchlight shall be located on private property of the premises and not on any public right-of- way. The searchlight shall be positioned so as to project all beams vertically, but not less than a minimum angle of thirty (30) degrees from grade level. (2) The maximum light intensity generated by searchlights on any premises shall not exceed a total of one thousand six hundred (1600) million-foot candlepower. No more than four (4) beams of light may be projected from any premises. (3) All searchlights must be designed and maintained so as to prevent beam rays of light from being directed at any portion of the traveled ways or adjoining property. No light shall be of such intensity or brilliance to cause glare to or impair the vision of the driver of any vehicle. (4) No searchlight may be operated between the hours of 11 :00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. 29 07/17/02 d. Inflatable Signs and Balloons Inflatable Signs and Balloons, including lighter-than-air balloons connected with a tether, shall be allowed only in conjunction with the Grand Opening Signage provision contained in these regulations. Inflatable Signs and Balloons may be used provided the following regulations are satisfied: (1) Not more than one Inflatable Sign or Balloon shall be allowed on any premises. (2) Inflatable Signs and Balloons when placed on a building may not exceed twenty-five (25) feet in height above the roof of the building and shall not obstruct visibility necessary for safe traffic maneuvering. (3) Inflatable Signs and Balloons when placed on the ground may not exceed twenty-five (25) feet in height above the ground level and shall not obstruct visibility necessary for safe traffic maneuvering. (4) Inflatable Signs and Balloons shall maintain a set back from any side or rear property line a minimum distance equal to the height of the balloon. (5) Inflatable Signs and Balloons shall maintain five (5) feet of clearance from any overhead electrical wire. (6) Inflatable Signs and Balloons shall be kept in good repair and remain securely attached in such a manner to withstand wind loads. e. Pennants. Pennants shall be allowed only in conjunction with the Grand Opening Signage provisions contained in these regulations. Pennants may be used provided the following regulations are satisfied: (1) All Pennants shall maintain at least fifteen (15) feet of clearance over any vehicle maneuvering area or fire lane. (2) All Pennants shall maintain five (5) feet of clearance from any overhead electrical wire. (3) All Pennants shall be kept in good repair and remain securely attached in such a manner to withstand wind loads. (4) Pennants shall not be attached to any utility or traffic control device pole located within a right-of- way or project into a street right-of-way. 11. Flags Flags shall comply with the following additional regulations: a. A permit shall not be required for any Flag. A permit shall be required for a flagpole, which exceeds twenty (20) feet in height above the ground. b. United States and State Flags shall be allowed in all zoning districts. c. Company logo flags shall be allowed in all zoning districts except for AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4-D, R-1-S, R-6-T, and R-8 districts. d. Company logo flags shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in area, and if flown in conjunction with United States and Texas Flags, shall not exceed area of United States and Texas flags. 30 07/17/02 e. Maximum Height A flag pole shall not exceed the following heights: (1) Twenty (20) feet in the R-7-MF zoning district. (2) Fifteen (15) feet in the AG, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4-D, R-1-S, R-6-T, and R-8 zoning district. f. The maximum number of flags in any zone is limited to 4. 12. Light Pole Banner Signs a. A permit shall be required for Light Pole Banner Signs. b. Light Pole Banner signs shall be allowed in zoning districts shown in Table 10, Table of Permitted Signs. c. A single permit may be issued for multiple Light Pole Banner signs, a number which must be specified on the permit application. d. A Light Pole Banner Sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in size. e. Light Pole Banner signs shall not project above the maximum height of the pole. f. Light pole Banner Signs shall be kept in good repair and remain securely attached in such a manner to withstand wind loads in accordance with the Uniform Building Code. g. Light Pole Banner Signs shall not be displayed for a period to exceed 60 days; nor shall a permit for Light Pole Banner signs be issued for the same property more then three times within a one year period. h. The primary message displayed on Light Pole Banner signs may be seasonal in nature and without the use of words describing a product company name or logo. 14. Sign Review Committee. A. Creation. There is hereby created a Sign Review Committee. The City Manager shall appoint at least (3) full time employees to perform as the Sign Review Committee. B. Purpose. The Sign Review Committee shall review requests and plans as this ordinance may require. C. Procedure. Any such requests and plans shall first be submitted to the Building Official for initial review. The Building Official shall forward same to the Sign Review Committee in no less than seven (7) working days. The Sign Review Committee shall meet as necessary. D. Decision. Upon receipt of requests of plan from the Building Official, the Sign Review Committee shall reach a decision with in seven (7) working days. Except as may be indicated otherwise, decision of the Sign Review Committee is final. When indicated in this ordinance, decisions of the Sign Review Committee may be appealed to the Sign Review Board. 15. Sign Review Board. 31 07/17/02 A. Creation. There is hereby created a Sign Review Board. For the purpose of this Ordinance the North Richland Hills City Council shall serve as the Sign Review Board. B. Meetings and Quorum. Four members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the conduct of business. The members of the Board shall regularly attend meetings and public hearings of the Board and shall serve without compensation. Minutes shall be kept showing the vote of each member on each question or the absence or failure of each member to vote. Such proceedings shall be a public record and shall be retained for at least five years. C. Jurisdiction. The Sign Review Board shall have the right to inspect premises where required in the discharge of their responsibilities under this ordinance. The Sign Review Board, in specific cases, may authorize or order the following: 1. Interpretation To hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error on any order, requirement, decision or interpretation of this ordinance by the Building Official. In reaching its decision, the Board shall establish firm guidelines for future administrative actions on like matters. 2. Permits for Nonconformity's. To authorize a building permit for the reconstruction, extension, or enlargement of a non-conforming sign. 3. Discontinuance of Nonconformity's. To require discontinuance of non-conforming sign under the authority provided in the Texas Local Government Code. 4. Variances. To authorize upon appeal, in specific cases, such variance from the terms of this Ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest and where, because of special conditions, the enforcement of the Ordinance would result in an unnecessary hardship. D. Interpretation Request or Appeal. A request for interpretation of regulations or an appeal for variance from a certain provision of this ordinance may be taken by any person aggrieved or by any officer, department, or Board of the City affected by a decision of the Building Official. Such appeal shall be taken within fifteen (15) day's time after the decision has been rendered, by filing with the Enforcement Officer a notice of appeal specifying the grounds thereof. The Enforcement Officer shall transmit to the Board all papers constituting the record upon which the action being appealed was taken. E. Application. Before any request for an interpretation or a variance from this Ordinance will be heard by the Sign Review Board, application shall be made and duly filed by the property owner or authorized agent upon the forms prescribed by the City of North Richland Hills. Such application shall included, but is not limited to, the following: 1. The name, addresses, and phone numbers of the property; 2. The name, addresses, and phone numbers of the owner's agent, if applicable; 3. The legal description of the property; 4. A brief description of the variance sought; 5. The required number of copies of a current boundary survey, plats, or plots plan of the property. 6. The applicant must provide proof of ownership of the property, or a letter from the owner of the property granting the applicant permission to request the variance. 32 07/17/02 F. Fees. Every application for a variance shall be accompanied by a filing fee as follows: Residential $100.00 and Non-residential $175.00. G. Stay of Proceedings. An appeal shall stay all proceedings of the action appealed from unless the Building Official, after the notice of appeal has been filed, certifies in writing to the Board that a stay would, in the opinion of the Building Official, cause imminent peril to life or property. In such case, proceedings shall only be stayed by a restraining order granted by the Board or by a court of record. H. Form of Appeal or Application. An appeal or application shall be in such form and contain such information as the Board may require under its Rules of Procedure. The required fee shall accompany it. An incomplete appeal or application shall be deemed only to give notice of intent to appeal or apply to the Board and shall not be reviewed or scheduled for hearings until brought to completion. I. Notice of Hearing. Official written notice of public hearing on every application for a variance or for an interpretation of regulations applying solely to an individual property shall be sent to all owners of real property lying within two hundred feet of any property on which the variance is requested. The notice of hearing shall be given to each taxpayer as the ownership appears on the last approved city tax roll by depositing such notice, properly addressed and postage paid, in the United States Post Office, not less than ten days before the date set for a hearing before the Sign Review Board. Notice of hearing shall also be given by publication in the official newspaper of the city at least ten days before the date before the date set for a hearing before the Sign Review Board. Such notice shall state the time and place of such hearing, and the nature of the subject to be considered. J. Hearing 1. Upon the hearing, the applicant shall appear in person or by attorney or authorized agent. Evidence supporting the granting or denial of an appeal shall be submitted only through the Building Official or to the Board in public meeting. 2. Any appeal or application may be withdrawn upon written notice to the Building Official. 3. The Board shall make its decision on any application within forty-five days from the time the initial hearing is held or the application will be deemed to have been denied. K. Decision and Voting 1. Every decision of the Board shall be based upon findings of fact and every finding of fact shall be supported in the record of proceedings. The Board may act only in matters as specifically authorized by these regulations and these regulations shall be construed as limitations on the power of the Board to act. 2. Nothing herein contained shall be construed to empower the Board to change the terms of these regulations, or to effect changes in the zoning districts. The powers of the Board shall be so applied that the terms of these regulations will be strictly enforced. 3. The affirmative vote of four members shall be necessary to reverse, on appeal, any order, requirement, decision or determination of the Building Official; to approve any variance that the Board is empowered to grant; or to authorize the continuance or discontinuance of a non-conforming use, structure, or lot. 4. A member shall disqualify himself from voting whenever he has a personal or monetary interest in the property under appeal, or will be directly affected by the decision of the Board. 5. A member may disqualify himself from voting whenever any applicant, or his agent, has sought to influence the member's vote on the appeal other than in the public hearing. 33 07/17102 6. The decision of the Board shall be final. L. Approval of Request 1. In approving any request, the Board may designate such conditions including time limits, if appropriate, in connection therewith in order to secure substantially the objectives of the regulation or provision to which such variance is granted and to provide adequately for the maintenance of the integrity and character of the zone in which such permit is granted. 2. When necessary the Board may require guarantees, in such form as it deems proper, to insure that conditions designated in connection therewith are being or will be complied with. 3. Upon approval of an application for a variance appeal, the applicant shall apply for occupancy or construction permits within sixty days after the Board's decision unless a greater time is requested in the application and is authorized by the Board. Any approval may be granted one emergency extension of sixty days on written request filed with the Board before expiration of the original approval. Failure of the applicant to apply for occupancy of construction permits within the authorized time period shall void the right to secure such permits except upon the filing of a new application or appeal. M. Denial of Request. No appeal or application that has been denied shall be further considered by the Board, unless the Board affirmatively finds: 1 . That new plans materially change the nature of the request, or 2. The permitted development of other nearby property in the same zone has been substantially altered or changed by a ruling of the Board so as to support an allegation of changed conditions. 34 07117102 , :';;. .,'-j/If " , \.. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS J -,' Department: Administration Council Meeting Date: 07/22/02 Subject: Consider Approval of Solid Waste Contract - Ordinance No. 2636 Agenda Number:GN 2002-091 In 1997, the City solicited RFP's for solid waste disposal and recycling services on a contract basis. Proposals were received in February and the Council awarded a contract to Trinity Waste Services (formerly Laidlaw Waste Service) on May 12, 1997. The term of the contract is five years, with the mutual consent option for term renewal for two consecutive terms of two years each. The original five-year contract expires on July 31, 2002. A staff committee directed by Greg Vick has evaluated a number of issues regarding this contract and has negotiated with Trinity regarding possible renewal. Council direction was to negotiate an extension of the contract subject to favorable terms regarding: 1) financial advantages to our customers, both residential and commercial, 2) improving customer service requirements, and 3) other misceillaneous improvements. If favorable terms and financial considerations of the extension are achieved, we were to bring the contract back to the Council for approval. 1) Customer service. A number of customer service improvements have been achieved in the new contract. Items that may be placed in the customer service category would include a better definition of the word "load" when referring to the amount of brush that can be picked up for the $10.00 charge. We have defined that as five (5) cubic yards, which is about the same as the average pickup truck full of brush. We have also extended customer service hours. The Contractor will now keep telephones available for phone calls from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. every day except Saturday, Sunday and holidays. That is an extension of three hours. Presently the contract calls for the phones to be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In the customer service category we also will be able to adjust schedules and times of collection to avoid disturbance of residential areas when picking up commercial, industrial and institutional customers. Also, Contractor will do curbside Christmas tree collection on two days after Christmas and then collect the trees and mulch them at a location to be chosen by the City. City has also received some customer service changes in terms of the complaint process and when garbage will be picked up. Previously, missed collection complaints received before 12:00 that day would be picked up before the end of the day. That time period has now been extended to 2:00 p.m. Finance Review ',-- Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget _ Other A ~)( 'J ent Head Signature' Account Number N/A Sufficient Funds Available P::InA 1 nf , , -, J . -- :; - : ,o. <i CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 2) Miscellaneous changes. The Company has agreed to a $25 per occurrence penalty when a missed collection is not picked up within the stated remedy period. They have also agreed to collect NRH20 Family Water Park garbage at no charge and they have agreed to submit detailed complaint lists electronically each month in a manner that can be sorted electronically by the City. The City has also placed in the contract a provision requiring a total of sixty (60) free roll- off collections for our community clean-up programs for the four community clean-up program days. This is valued at $18,000 annually. In addition, City facilities will now be receiving recycling containers that can be used for recycling office paper free of charge. The Contractor will agree to pay for printing, mailing, and postage twice per year to update citizens on solid waste policies and programs, such as recycling and brush pickup, Christmas tree recycling and community clean-ups and other events. 3) Rates. The Contractor has agreed to lower all residential rates by 6.25% for the full term of the contract and there will be no increases allowed. Commercial rates have been lowered as well for all commercial categories, except roll-off, which will remained fixed for the next four years. Commercial rates are reduced a total of 10%. In all cases, rates will not be increased for the next four years. Annual savings under these terms will be $112,300 for residential customers, or 56¢ per month and nearly $80,000 per year for commercial customers. Over the life of the extension, savings will exceed $750,000. 4) "Most Favored Nations" Clause -This clause covers Hurst, Euless and Bedford, because their contracts expire in the next 18 months. In the event these cities' new rate schedules with Trinity would produce a net savings to North Richland Hills, we would have the option to implement it at the next available billing cycle. The clause would not apply in the event the difference was created by virtue of a substantial change in service levels. We believe these changes put the City of North Richland Hills in a very competitive position with its waste hauling for the term of this contract. Recommendation: To approve Ordinance 2636 extending contract for four (4) years. CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM Page 2 of 2 ~ CITY OF NORtH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Administration Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Appointment to Citizen Capital Improvement Study Committee Agenda Number: GN 2002-092 Councilman Whitson's appointment to the Citizen Capital Improvement Study Committee, Paula Alderman, has resigned. Ms. Alderman has a conflict with the meeting dates of the committee and is therefore unable to serve. Councilman Whitson will be presenting a nomination Monday. Recommendation: To take action on Councilman Whitson's nomination to the Citizen Capital Improvement Study Committee. Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds Avallabla Department Head Signature Finance Director \. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Legal Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Authorize Acceptance of Bid on Tax Sale- Resolution No. 2002-062 Agenda Number: PU 2002-030 The City Attorney will be providing further information on this item during the Executive Session. This item is placed on agenda to provide authority for the Council to take action on discussion resulting from Executive Session. Recommendation: City Attorney will provide a recommendation during Executive Session. Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Finance Review Account Number Sufficient Funds Available Department Head Signature Finance Director " !) I CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City ManaQer's Office Council Meeting Date: 7/22/02 Subject: Land ACQuisition for City Facilities in North Davis Area Resolution No. 2002-065 Agenda Number: PU 2002-031 ·'.ôI11t,..S-~;' ......;~ .. o Staff has negotiated a purchase price of $Ja;,~µ~O' for the purchase of 7.01 acres located adjacent to the Little Bear Creek Corridor withJri the Forest Glen East Subdivision. . Recommendation: To approve Resolution No. 2002-065 authorizing the City Manager to acquire the 7.01 acre tract in the amount of $303,355.60, plus minor closing costs. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget &J Other :.s~v'é: /::?) /Vd/Z Wd d D l . ":)V G£B3 0Ck / Department Head Siqnaturé Budget Director P;:¡np 1 nf 1 RESOLUTION No. 2002-065 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHlAND HillS, TEXAS, that: WHEREAS, the City of North Richland Hills has entered into an agreement with B-H & L Joint Venture, John W. Barfield, Trustee, to purchase one tract totaling 7.01 acres in the S. Richardson Survey, abstract #1266 for municipal facility purposes. BE IT RESOL VEC BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, that: The City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase the said property from B-H & L Joint Venture, as act and deed of the City. PASSED AND APPROVED this 22nd day of July 2002. APPROVED: Oscar Trevino, Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: George Staples, City Attorney APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Greg Vick, Assistant City Manager Announcements and Information July 22, 2002 Announcements Join us for National Nioht Out on August 6th. Residents are encouraged to turn on their porch lights and spend time outside with their neighbors. By knowing your neighbors, you help your neighborhood be a safer place. If you are interested in hosting a block Qª-!1Y or other type event for NNO, then please call the Police Department and they will be glad to come by and present some crime prevention tips. Police Community Services Division - 817-427-7000 Information Julv 26 Dive In Movie-UHarry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" NRH20 Water Park 9:00 p.m. (approximately) 817 -427 -6500 AUQust2 Dive In Movie-USpy Kids" NRH20 Water Park 9:00 p.m. (approximately) 817 -427 -6500 AUQust 3 Critter Connection North Hills Mall 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 817 -427 -6570