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Home My WebLink AboutCC 1997-11-10 Agendas CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PRE-COUNCIL AGENDA NOVEMBER 10,1997 - 5:30 P.M.. For the Meeting conducted at the North Richland Hills City Hall Pre-Council Chambers, 7301 Northeast Loop 820. 1:_ -- -. -- ..- T - NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN ~ 1. Review of NRH20 Master Plan and Proposed 1998 Improvements (45 Minutes) (Agenda Items No. 12, 13, & 14) 2. GN 9?-126 Election of Tarrant Appraisal District Board of ~rectors - Resolutton No. 97··53 (Agenda Item NO.1 0) (5 Minutes) 3. Discuss other Regular Agenda Item$ (10 Minutes) - 4. IR 97- 130 City's 45th Birthday Celebration (10 Minutes) - ,- _ ".. 5. IR 97- 141 Joint Meeting to Discuss Proposed Mixed-Use Development (5 Minutes) 6. Other Informational Items (5 Minutes) 7. *Executive Session (20 Minutes) - The Council I II may enter into closed executive session to ,I discuss the following: A. Consultation with Attorney Under Govemment ¡ I Code §551.071 . , I Martin vs. NRH II ¡ :' Ii 'I 'I - " .J' _. .,~~ .' -,1 ,-¡ . !I .- , 8. Adjournment - 7:20 p.m. -' . <, : f-;, "" l II , ((" *Closeci due to subject matter as provided by the Open Meetings La~\ If a~~l él.~t,i01jl}S contemplated, it will be taken in open session. './ "I' A I'. /1 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA NOVEMBER 10, 1997 For the Regular Meeting conducted at the North Richland Hills Cit~/ Hall Council Chambers, 7301 Northeast Loop 820, at 7:30 p.m. The below listed items are placed on the Agenda for discussion and/or action. 1. Items marked with an * are on the consent agenda and 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 581-5502 two \JIJorking days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation .- 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Special Presentations .. 5. Removal of Item(s) from the Consent Agenda 6. Consent Agenda Item(s) Indicated by Asterisk (7,8,11,15,16,17,18,19, 20, & 21) , Page 2 NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN *7. Minutes of the Pre-Council Meeting October 27, 1997 *8. Minutes of the Regular Meeting October 27, 1997 9. PS 97-43 Request of Collin Equities, Inc., for a Replat to be know as Lot 3R, Block 1, Walker Branch Addition (Located in the 8400 Block of Emerald Hills Way 10. GN 97-126 Election of Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors - Resolution No. 97 -53 *11. GN 97-127 Request for Extension of Permit for Use of Green Valley Race Track 12. GN 97-128 NRH20 1997 Season Review and 1998 Policy Recommendations 13. GN 97-129 NRH20 Master Plan .. 14. GN 97-130 NRH20 1998 New Attraction *15. GN 97-131 Approve "No Parking" Zone on Willowcrest Drive from Broadway Avenue North to Bellhurst Court - Ordinance No. 2250 Page 3 NUMBER ITEM ACTION TAKEN *16. PU 97-100 Award Bid for Library Periodical Subscriptions *17. PU 97-101 Approve Bid for 1997-98 Property Insurance *18. PU 97-102 Authorize Purchase of Radios from Motorola in the Amount of $26,712 *19. PU 97-103 Authorization to Extend Annual Contract for Police Department Uniforms to Texas State Distributors *20. PU 97-104 Award Bid for Annual Automotive Parts and Supply Contract to Dick Smith Auto Parts *21. PAY97-19 Authorize Payment to University Microfilms International (UMI) 22. Citizens Presentation I 23. I Adjournment [ I ros íí1FD if ' ,---_.. ----'^---'!';- I-{, MINUTES OF THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CABLE TELEVISION BOARD, HELD IN THE CITICABLE STUDIO, 6720 N.E. LOOP 820 - August 18,1997 BOARD PRESENT: Deborah Bowman David Whitson Marlin Miller Doug Clark Larry Cunningham Margaret Moseley, Marcus Cable ABSENT: Len Wade James Allen STAFF PRESENT: James D. ~aint Greg Oldenburg GUESTS: ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Chairman Doug Clark called the meeting tJ order at 6:00 p.m. 1. APPROV AL OF David Whitson moved, and Marlin Miller July 21,1997 seconded the motion to approve the July'! 997 MINUTES Citicable Board Minutes, noting that the Chairman had been Doug Clark, not David Whitson. The minutes were unanimously J approved, 2. MONTHL Y Citicable Coordinator Greg Oldenburg ACTIVITY reported on the programming and other REPORT - Department AudioNisual support during the CITICABLE previous month. Mr. Oldenburg reported Ì'lat COORDINA TOR he had received two tapes from Allstate, Cine on fire safety and the other concerning young drivers. In addition, the budget video was completed, and shown at the budget retreat. Other activities included a video for the 'Adopt a Pet' program, and NRH Green Thumb. i'v1r. Oldenburg also advised that he would be recording events at the Iron kids Triathlon at NRH2O. 1 ¡ I I Doug Clark asked about volunteers for th:: high school football season, and Mr. Oldenburg assured him that volunteers were welcomed. , I I I 3. UPDATE Doug Clark asked about the '10% inflation I MARCUS CABLE increase' that Marcus had referred to in tr e cover letter to the City's copy of the 1240 form. Margaret Mosely informed the Board that the letter was stating that 10% of the rate increase was for infiation, not that there was a 10% infiationary increase. Ms. Mosely also reported that Marcus would be introducing a new billing system beginning in October. The new bills will have a different appearance and contain more informatior Doug Clark suggested that Marcus advisE customers that they send their bill in earliE!f than usual, as they will now be going out of state, Doug Clark asked Ms, Mosely if Mr, Marcus was in reciept of the letter sent by the Boci rd last month, and she confirmed that he was. Doug Clark re-addressed the customer service concerns brought up at the previous meeting. Ms. Bowman suggested that Marcus havE special trucks which only addressed urgent matters. Ms. Mosely informed the board that a few time slots for each service truck were left blank just for such cases. Doug Clark requested a monthly progress report on Marcus' enhancements to custoner service, and Ms, Mosely asked that the request be made in writing. 4. BOARD MEMBER David Whitson reported of difficulty he was REPORTS having with Marcus, and Ms. Mosely stated she would investigate the matter. 5. NEW BUSINESS Doug Clark reported hearing of information that satellite systems were about to launc'l a I 'big push' to lower prices, 5. NEW BUSINESS (CONT.) Marlin Miller informed the Board that he may not be able to attend meetings for a while due to an illness in the family. 6. ADJOURNMENT The Cable Board Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p,m. O~J~ Chairman /])~ ~. / Recording Secretary CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MEMO TO: NRH Cable TV Board FROM: Greg Oldenburg SUBJECT: Production Activities since last board meeting DATE: 8-8-97 New Programming Sources INTI MAPLE SYRUP INSTITUTE (1) Frost and Free BRITISH CONSULATE (3) Urban Regeneration, Conserving the Coast, Newspaper Business UNIVERSITY of FLORIDA (2) Aquatic Plants, What Makes A Quality Lake DUTCH CONSULATE (2) Mondrian, Dutch Architecture Thru The Ages FINNISH TOURIST BOARD (2) Delightful Helsinki, Finland: A Song of Summer PASSPORT TO KNOWLEDGE (2) Live From MARS Touchdown, Live From MARS Touchdown + 6 NORTH CAROLINA SOLAR CENTER (3) Water Heating-program #4, Saving Energy-Solar Retrofi1s, Solar Electric Car. SWISS RADIO INTERNATIONAL (1) Swiss World -August ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY (2) Be Cool About Fire Safety, Young Drivers Department Video/Audio support 1. Covered on Budget Retreat presentation. 2. Covered Two City Council meetings. 3. Covered Two Planning & Zoning meetings. 4. Finished Production on 1996-97 Budget Video 5. Taped Regional Life Guard competitions at NRH20 6. In production for Head for the Hills Promo Video 7. Produced 1 Adopt-A-Pet program 8. NRH Green thumb with Jane Dunkelberg and Dottie VVoodson on Xeriscape r.:a Marcus Cable - August 20, 1997 Mr. Larry Cunningham City Manager City of North Richland Hills P,O. BOX 820609 North Richland Hills, TX 76182 Dear Mr. Cunningham: This letter is in response to a letter dated July 25, 1997 and addressed to Mr. Jeff Marcus, Chairman and CEO of Marcus Cable, and signed by members of the North Richland Hills Cable Board. The letter from the Board was in regard to a request that Marcus consider the feasibility of offering a discounted rate tc disadvantaged persons in the community. Regretfully I must advise that at this time Marcus Cable is not prepared to administer or implement a program of this nature. Providing a discounted r:ite to any group, however well intended, requires us to offset this discount with a surcharge to other customers, This offset may well place us disadvantageously vis-a-vis othf;r video providers, Moreover, Marcus Cable does not have the resources available to oversee or implement a program of this nature. I am most respectful of the high-minded intentions of the Board and the North Richland Hills community with respect to this issue, Should you desire to discuss in further detail or have any questions regarding Marcus Cable's activities wihin the community, kindly give me a call at (817) 509-5010, Very truly yours, At1:~ L- Metroplex Regional Manager P.O. Bo\. ~('M;' hll't \\urth. Ina" ¡hi U· ISlì 7.~7-4;.ì! Fa\. IXlìl 7JX-747~ MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD AT THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PRE-COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 October 6, 1997 ATTENDANCE PRESENT Board: Don Tipps Sharon Battles Bobbie Lambert Lorraine Miller John Pena Ann Perchard Rick Work Staff: Monica Sue Walsh Larry Cunningham Sandra Miller Chris Swartz Marcia Minnies ABSENT: Jim Browne Bill Thornton Pam Jackson Chairman Vice Chairwoman Board Member Board Member Board Alternate Board Member Board Member Assistant Director of Parks ¿~ Recreation City Manager Secretary Parks and Recreé!tion Aquatics Manager Marketing Specialist Director of Parks and Recreation Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Board Member ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Tipps called the meeting to order October 6, 1997 at 6:02 O.m. ITEM 2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES (Passes 6-0) Ms. Miller made a motion, seconded by Ms. Perchard, to appDve the minutes of the August 4, 1997 meeting. ITEM 3. RECREATION, ATHLETICS, SENIOR ADULTS AND RICHLAND TENNIS CENTER REPORTS Ms. Monica Sue Walsh updated the Board on the following: The 2nd Annual Registration Party was held on August 16 and was a great success. Over 500 people were in attendance with introduction to the Fall programs, live music, demonstrations and food. Revenue for the Recreation Center was 123% of projections. The Recreation Center made a trip to Mineral Wells State Park for a rock climbing expedition with '11 in attendance. All equipment was supplied. The first teen dance of the new school year, Friday Night Out, was held on September 19th. More than 470 students attended. Head for the Hills Family Festival is on October 11th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. This years festival is a combined effort of the North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation Department and Economic Development. Marcia Minnies, Marketing Specialist, provided a handout regarding the festival. A new competition is to be held at the Head for the Hills Festival this year called "Punt, Pass and Kick". The program is for participants ages 8 - 18 and the winner will go to a Dallas Cowboys game. "Make A Difference Day" will be held at Richland High School on October 21, 1997 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Coordination efforts are being made by Terry Kinzie, Director of Information Services and Cheryl Lyman, City Councilwoman. The Youth At Risk program has a new reward system that has been implemented this year. Students are rewarded for attending programs and at the end of each semester an awards ceremony is held. Helping Hands, is a new program implemented this year which develops leadership skills, community invollvement and volunteerism. They have volunteered at the Presbyterian Night Shelter and upcoming events include the Family Festival and the Halloween Boo Bash. North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation was awarded two state softball tournaments for 1998 at the T.A.A.F. Conference in San Antonio. They are the Men's Church "C" League and Fall Co-Rec State Tournaments which are to be held at Northfield Park. Bob Hagin received the T.A.A.F. President's Excellence Award at the annual conference this year. The National Iron Kids Bread Triathlon held on August 23rd was a ~~reat success with 360 participants. An enormous thank you was expressed to all Board members that. volunteered for the event. The City received $3,500 to assist Íi1 funding of the Teen After School Program. John Pena and Rick Work won door pri.~es at the volunteer prize drawing. Ms, Miller wanted to know if a date had been set for the broad :::ast on ESPN. Ms. Walsh indicated that the projected date was December 24th but that postcards would be sent with the broadcast date. Mr. Pena thanked staff for the new exercise equipment at the Recreation Center. He also mentioned that he would like to see sport juices and bottled wa·er offered for sale. He, as well as other Recreation Center participants, would like to re'1uest more weights in the weight room and ceiling fan adjustments. The "Play Tennis America" program at Richland Tennis Center Jave 133 participants free tennis lessons which exceeded the projected goal. Richland Tennis Center hosted a Mid-Cities Tournament on September 27th with 85 juniors participating. ITEM 4. AQUATICS REPORTS Mr. Chris Swartz updated the Board on the following: NRH20 recorded attendance numbers of 202,957 for the 199h/97 season. A decrease over last year due to poor weather which included May 31st and July 4th, two of the parks biggest days, and a decrease in sale of season passes. Monie', were recovered by daily pass purchases. North Richland Hills residents were the largE~st in attendance at 25%, Also affecting attendance was change of the school calendar year. Mr. Tipps wanted to know if more slides were going to be instal ed. He also asked that if we are building bigger and larger slides, are we getting our mo 1ies worth? Mr. Swartz indicated that various attractions were being reviewed and installation was not necessarily going to be just slides. Currently under review are'·nore family attractions. Mr. Pena wanted to know if there was a long range plan for the 'Nater park. Chris Swartz stated that we are in the process of completing a Master Plan. Mr. Pena also wanted to know the difference between Chisholm f:>ark Aquatic Center and NRH20. Mr. Swartz stated that NRH20 is a full scale water park vlhile Chisholm is a leisure pool. Guest service ratings increased this year with a slight dec rease in the ratings of concessions, attractions and facilities. Allowing guests to bring in coolers has affected the concession sun/ey. More slides were the number one guest request within the survey. The Gift Shop had sales of over $100,000 this season. Mentioned were the sale of Beanie Babies at the Gift Shop. NRH20 received ratings of "excellent" from our Aquatic Risk Firm, Jeff Ellis and Associates, on all audits conducted this year. Special thanks was given to Frank Perez and all the lifeguards for their had work and dedication. ITEM 5. PARK OPERATION AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORTS Ms. Monica Walsh updated the Board on the following: The following ISTEA projects are in final design, Calloway Branch Trail, Little Bear Creek Trail, North Hills Multi-Use Trail, and Phase I Bike Route Signage and Signs are awaiting final review from TxDOT. North Electric Trail is scheduled to issue bids on November 7th and award the contract in December. Newman, Jackson and Beiberstein is in the process of preparing the preliminary pedestrian and equestrian trail layout for Little Bear Creek Trail. Negotiations are expected to be completed this fall for the acquisition of 11 acres of neighborhood parkland in the Thornbridge subdivision. "Phase I Bike Route Signage and Signs" consultant Newman, Jackson and Beiberstein is gathering database information, on-site surveys and preliminary map work. The Landscape Alliance has started preliminary design work on the North Hills Multi-Use Trail. The contractor for the Girls Fast Pitch Softball Complex continues building walls, parking lot and ballfield construction. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department awarded a $500,000 grant for the 100 Acre City Park Site. The announcement was made at the end of August at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission hearing in Austin, TX. Mid-Cities Boulevard Landscape and Irrigation project has been completed. Dan Echols Parking Lot and Playground Improvements project with Teague, Nail and Perkins was completed in July. Ms. Battles wanted to know if security lights were going tCI be installed at Glenview Neighborhood Park. Ms. Walsh responded that lights were not in the plans. ITEM 6. SMOKING POLICY FOR CITY PAR~:S Ms. Walsh updated the Board on the following: The Board recommended at the June 2, 1997 meeting that Richland Youth Association incorporate a no smoking poHcy to their Youth Association By-Lé!ws. This recommendation came from a request by parent members. The City Manager had received from citizens, requests by letter and telephone, to eliminate smoking due to litter and second hand smoke at youth activities. A no smoking policy for Parks and Recreation facilities could be incorporated into the signage and Ordinance #1804 would be amended to include ~ arks. The National Youth Sports Coaching Association, NYSCA, has amended their by-laws to include a no smoking ordinance. Our certified coaches fall unJer these by-laws and are required to abide. Mr. Pena stated that he was not a smoking advocate and was not prepared to impose this policy in a public park. The Ballpark in ArHngton has designated smoking areas. He stated that a possible solution was to consider no smoking in the stand~,. He thought the City was going to open themselves to legal issues. Mr. Work disagreed, saying that there should be no smoking, r 0 alcohol and no tobacco use anywhere within our parks. Ms. Battles expressed concern over potential of fire safety. She édso wanted to know if Rex McEntire, City Attorney, had reviewed the ordinance. Larry Cunningham, City Manager, stated that Rex had reviewed and indicated it was legal. Ms. Miller would like a smoke free park but expressed concern over enforcement. Mr. Streit, NRGSL, commented on the enforcement issues and also stated that he would also like to see no litter signs installed. Mr. Tipps requested for the $200 fine to be posted on the !)ark signs to assist with enforcement. Ms. Battles made a motion, seconded by Mr. Work to recomme ld to City Council that no smoking be allowed in parks. The motion was amended by Ms. Battles to list the $200 fine and the Ordinance No. on the signage. Motion carried 6-1. ITEM 7. MAINTENANCE FEES FOR ATHLETIC FIELD MAINTENANCE Ms. Monica Walsh updated the Board on the following: The Parks and !Recreation Department and Richland Youth Association have discussed implementing maintenance fees to cover mowing, litter control and maintenance on fields. Ms. Miller wanted to know the hours of maintenance and stated that to offset the cost that registration fees would have to be raised. Ms. Walsh stated that the fields would be maintained before the hours of play. Ms. Battles wanted to know approximately the average monies involved. Ms. Walsh said that amount was unknown at this time but she could follow up later with the amounts. Mr. Jim Streit, NRGSL, suggested that the relationships with youth organizations would be helpful in deciding what the range of fees should be. ITEM 8. PARK SYSTEM MASTER PLAN Ms. Monica Walsh updated the Board on the following: The City Council at the September 22nd meeting authorized staff to contract the professional services of Carter and Burgess for the preparation of the Park System Master Plan. The Master Plan is due to be completed in approximately 9 months. A Task Force is being assembled to ~¡ather information from focus groups, public hearings and surveys. The Task Force will consist of City Staff, one member of the Parks and Recreation Board, one member of City Council and representatives from the consultant, Carter and Burgess. Ms. Walsh ask if any of the Board members would consider volunteering for the Task Force. Mr. Tipps offered to sit on the Task Force as a representative for the Parks and Recreation Board. 9. OTHER ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA Mr. David Rudel, a citizen of North Richland Hills, wanted to know about the bike signage being installed and the area it covers. Ms. Walsh welcomed him to visit the department for an overview. Mr. Jim Streit, NRGSL, gave an overview of girls softball at Fm: sil Creek saying there are 16 members of the NRGSL Board with plans of 18 - 20 board members. Also, an awards night is being planned for October 23rd. Two clinics were held in August for coaches and players and 1 ï teams have registered for Fall. - There will be a clinic on November 1 st and 2nd at Fossil CreE k Park. Southwest Texas University softball coach and 4 Olympic players will be in atterdance. 10. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Battles made a motion, seconded by Ms. Miller, to adjourn the meeting at 7:26 p.m. ATTEST: - CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS MINUTES OF CIP MEETING October 10, 1997 )resent:* Lyle E. Welch, Chairman .. Frank Metts .. Tommy Brown Larry Cunningham Randy Shiflet Greg Dickens, P.E. Rex McEntire Kevin Miller, P.E. Mike Curtis, P,E. Jimmy Cates Mark Bradley Jackie Theriot Bret Starr Sharon Murphy Richard Albin, P. E. *Council CIP Committee Members ~TEM ¡1~~:/~~e f"'~1inutes from 4/08/97 C~P Meeting Revise CIP Project Schedules on Rufe Snow Drive, Sections ItS" & I.lC" II Councilman Councilman Mayor City Manager Assistant City Manager Public Works Director Attorney for the City Assistant Public Works Director CIP Coordinator Public Works Superintf~ndenUStreet Division ROW Agent Accounting Manager Accountant Public Works Office SL pervisor Knowlton-English-Flowers, Inc. ~ DISCUSSION ACTION - Mayor Brown moved that the minutes from the 4/08/97 CIP No Action Meeting be approved, Councilman Metts seconded. Motion carried. - Information was presented outlining the process of providing a new roadway the entire length of Rufe Snow Drive, from Fair Meadows Drive to Bursey Road. The staff would like to include the section of Rufe Snow between 'Section Band Section C for reconstruction (labeled Section B2). It was suggested that we request Watauga to participate at a 50% level and request Tarrant County to assist us with Rufe Snow Drive instead of Rumfield Road Pha~;e III. Rumfield Road Phase III construction would be delayed until 2000. The entire section of Rufe Snow Drive from Fair Meadows Drive to Bursey Road could be reconstruct:!d for approximately $532,500 apiece, with County assistance. The CIP Committee recommended to City (;ouncil that staff contact the City of Watauga and if they arE in agreement, sign an Interlocal Agreement agreeing to participate for 50% of the cost. Staff should also contact Tarrélnt County Commissioner of Precinct 3 along with Wal:.auga and request they reconstruct this section of Rufe Snow Drive instead of Rumfield Road Phase III in 1999, Mayor Brown made the motion, seconded by Councilman Metts. tv10tion carried. Greg Dickens/ Randy Shiflet Minutes of CIP Meeting 10/10/97 ITEM DISCUSSION ACTION .. Traffic Signals on As requested at the last CIP Meeting on 4/13/97, staff No Action Holiday Lane at received cost estimates for engineering and construction on Required Trinidad Lane installation of a signal light on Trinidad Drive at Holiday Lane. A total estimated cost of $65,000 WélS presented to the Committee, The Committee still had concerns regardinq the close proximity to other signal lights on Holiday Lane. Mayor Brown made the motion to not install a sigr allight at this location. Councilman Metts seconded the notion. Motion carried, .. Minutes of CIP Meeting 10/10/97 INFORMAL REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL N IR 97-130 o. , . ~ Date: <-~~.. > ;.' , Subject: Monday, November 10, 1997 City's 45th Birthday Celebration The City of North Richland Hills was founded on April 1 0, 1953. Therefore, NRH will turn 45 this coming Spring. To help celebrate this milestone (and promote the City's years of growth & success), the Economic Development Department budgeted $4,000 to help produce a "Fiftiesfest" celebration tentatively entitled NRH Happy Days. We have had preliminary discussions with other City departments--and will soon begin planning a day-long Festival at NRH20. The Festival may include a 50s car show, an Elvis look-alike contest and an evening sock hop with a live band. I believe in the phrase "People support what they help create". Since the celebration will belong to all of North Richland Hills, I imagine that some of the City's Boards & Commissions--as well as several churches, clubs and organizations--will want to be involved. Thus, I look forward to visiting with you Monday night and getting your input on who we should include--and how we can produce a stellar City celebration. Respectfully ubmitted, \N ~ ()Ib~ Marty Wieder Director of Economic Development MBW ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS INFORMAL REPORTTO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL No. IR 97-141 , ~ Date: ~.-V\,$..-~ -,'l(7r, .. Subject: Monday, November 10,1997 Joint Meeting to Discuss Proposed Mixed-Use Development A Dallas-based developer is studying the 333 acres north of NRH20 for an upscale, mixed- use project similar to the Disney development known as Celebration, Florida (see attached article). The land is presently owned by Raytheon/E-Systems Trust. To gauge the best uses of this property, the development company and Raytheon/E- Systems plan to hire a consultant to perform a detailed market position analysis (MPA), In addition to showing the types of development which our market will support, the analysis will quantify the sales tax revenues and property tax values North Richland Hills can expect upon build-out of this property, Nevertheless, both the development company and Raytheon/E-Systems wish to include the City in the selection of a consultant--and have a preliminar¡ discussion with you and the Planning & Zoning Commission to introduce the project. Thus, we are suggesting a joint Council/P&Z workshop on either Tuesday, November 18 or Thursday, November 20 from 7 to 8 p.m. I look forward to discussing these dates with you at the Pre-Council meeting, ~u~;u: Marty Wieder Director of Economic Development ISSU ED BY TH E CITY MANAG ER NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS Present: Others Present: MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS HELD IN THE PRE-COUNCIL ROOM AT CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - OCTOBER 27,1997 - 5:55 P.M. Tommy Brown Byron Sibbet Lyle E. Welch Mack Garvin Frank Metts, Jr. JoAnn Johnson Don Phifer Cheryl Cowen Lyman Larry Cunningham Randy Shiflet Patricia Hutson Rex McEntire Greg Dickens Barry LeBaron Larry Koonce Pam Burney Thomas Powell Marty Wieder Richard Albin Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilwoman City Managl::r Assistant Cty Manager City Secretélry Attorney Public Wor~ s Director Planning/ln:;pection Director Finance Dir:!ctor Environmental Services Director Support Se'vices Director Economic Development Director City Engineer Don Tipps Ann Perchard Bobbie Lambert Rick Work Pam Jackson Lorraine Miller Sharon Battles John Pena Chairman, Park and Recreation Board Park and R~creation Board Member Park and R'~creation Board Member Park and R:~creation Board Member Park and R~creation Board Member Park and R~creation Board Member Park and R::creation Board Member Park and R~creation Board Member L I ITEM DISCUSSION CALL TO ORDER ASSIGNMENT Mayor Brown called the Pre-Council Mee1mg to order at 5:55 p.m. Pre-Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Page 2 C I -- I I ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT .. AMEND Mr. Tipps, Park and Recreation Board LARRY C.lJIM ORDINANCE Chairman, presented to the Council the Perk BROWNE/JERRY # 1804- Board's recommendations on smoking in City MCGLASSON ADDHESSING parks. He advised the Board supported the TOBACCO USE IN three options being recommended to the CITY PARKS - Council. The three options are (1) a smok,~- ORDINANCE NO. free and tobacco-free environment within ell 2249 City parks; (2) the use of tobacco prohibited within 20 feet of the field, court, bleacher and playground areas; and (3) the use of tobacco allowed in paved parking areas only. SevNal members of the Council expressed their view points on the issue. Mr. Tipps addressed questions from the Council on enforcement and the feelings of the sports organizatiom" .. REQUEST OF The City Manager advised that the cover S'"leet NAN LAURA WAUSON did not mention that the Planning & Zoning FOR A REPLA T Commission recommended waiving the TO BE KNOWN AS masonry fence on Meadow Road. He advised LOT 1, BLOCK 6, that if the Council wants to approve the HEWITT ESTATES recommendation of the Planning & Zoning ADDITION Commission, the fence requirement would be (LOCATED AT waived. The Council may wish to clarify th s in 6802 MEADOW their motion. ROAD) = FEASIBILITY Mr. Wieder, Economic Development DirectJr MARTY W. STUDY: and Mr. Randy Moresi, representing Columbia COLUMBIA North Hills Hospital, were present to anSWEr NORTH HILLS questions. There were no questions from the HOSPITAL TAX Council. ABATEMENT APPLICATION .. Pre-Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Page 3 I I 0 I I ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT = AUTHORIZA TION The City Attorney advised that staff had nnt REX OF EMINENT been able to acquire easements from the DOMAIN property owners on two parcels of land. re PROCEEDING ON requested Council to authorize eminent CALLOWA Y domain proceedings if negotiations are not BRANCH (B) - successful. There were no questions from the CHAPMAN TO Council. HIGHTOWER- RESOLUTION NO. 97 -49 OTHER REGULAR Mayor Brown advised that PS 97-46 had been NAN AGENDA ITEMS added to the agenda as Agenda Item No. 14a. This item is a replat to be known as Lots 1 R and 2R, Block 2, Morgan Meadows Addition for Roy Strickland. There were no questions on the other agenda items. POSSIBILITY OF Mr. Sanford, Special Projects, presented tD the C.A.lL.J.C. MEETING ROOM Council preliminary information on the AT IRON HORSE possibility of adding a large meeting room at GOLF COURSE the Golf Course. He presented projections for a meeting facility that would accommodate 300 people using round tables. He discussed the estimated costs for construction, debt serV'ìce, operations and the financing of the projeci He advised the project would be funded from the hotel/motel tax. The City Manager advise::! that if Council wished to pursue the project, an architect needed to be hired and consider:Üion given for a financing plan for the sale of Certificates of Obligation, Councilman Phifer advised he was in favor, but would like a rnore thorough feasibility analysis that includes: 1) breakdown of profit and loss, and 2) a contingency plan for funding if funds were not low. The consensus of the Council was for Staff to proceed with the selection of an architect and a financing plan. 0 ITEM DISCUSSION REVIEW OF Councilman Metts advised he would like f ETHICS POLICIES Mayor to appoint a committee to review tr FOR CITY ethics policy for City Council, Staff, and BI COUNCIL, and Commissions. The committee would BOARDS, review and compare other cities' ethics pc, COMMISSIONS, with North Richland Hills and submit a re~ AND STAFF recommendation to the Council. Mayor B appointed Mayor Pro Tem Sibbet, Counci Metts and Phifer to the committee. OTHER The City Manager suggested Council con INFORMA TIONAL a joint work session with the Park & RecrE' ITEMS Board at their November 3 Park Board mE' to discuss the Aquatic Park Master Plan a other park improvements. Because some members of the Council had a conflict witl date, they decided that those Council Members who would like to attend the Pal meeting would do so. Staff will send the information presented on November 3 an< resulting recommendation to the Council f, consideration at their November 10 Count Meeting. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Brown announced at 6:47 p.m. tha Council would adjourn to Executive Sessil consultation with the City Attorney on NR~ Bland and for deliberation regarding real property for acquisition of right-of-way as authorized by the Local Government Code Section 551.071 and 551.052. Tommy Brown - Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson - City Secretary Pre-Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Page 4 I ASSIGNMENT I , )r the COUNCILMAN ~ METTS/LJC I,ards licies )rt or own men ider NAN ation eting ld the ks the )r il the NAN n for vs. ) i 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 - OCTOBER 27,1997 - 7:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Brown called the meeting to order October 27, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Tommy Brown Mack Garvin Lyle E. Welch Frank Metts, Jr. JoAnn Johnson Don Phifer Byron Sibbet Cheryl Cowen Lyman Staff: Larry Cunningham Randy Shiflet Patricia Hutson Rex McEntire Greg Dickens Mayor Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilwoman, Councilman Mayor Pro Terri Councilwoman City Manager Assistant City Il1anager City Secretary Attorney City Engineer 2. INVOCA TION Mayor Pro Tem Sibbet gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS A. "YARD OF THE MONTH" AWARDS Mayor Brown and Ms. Patsy Tucker, Beautification Commith::e, presented the "Yard of tile Month" awards for September to: H.L. and Connie Cartf~r, 6400 Royal Court; Hazel City Council Minutes Oc;tober 27, 1997 Pélge 2 Perry, 7112 Turner Terrace; Gene Huggins and Dee McCann, 6632 Diamond Ridge; Pat and Judi Hyde, 5700 Rio de Janerio; Jeanne Haga, 6433 Sudbury; Sondra Speer, 5328 Texas Drive; John and Joni Sears, 9124 High Oaks; Ray Bronner and Dennis O'Reilly, 7408 Woodhaven; and Susan and Jim Beatty, 8804 1 anglewood Court. B. PROCLAMATION FOR "TEXAS RECYCLES DAY" Mayor Brown presented to Ms. Pam Burney, Environmental SE~rvices Director, a proclamation recognizing November 15 as "Texas Recycles D:iY"· C. PROCLAMATION FOR "NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK" Mayor Brown presented to Ms. Donna Patterson, Shelter Attendant at the North Richland Hills Animal Shelter, a proclamation recognizing the week of November 2 - 8, as "National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week". 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 6. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM(S) INDICATED BY ASTERISK (7,8,11,12,14,16,19,21,22,23,24,25, 26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,34,&35) APPROVED Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilwoman Lyman, to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried 7-0. *7. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 13, 1997 APPROVED C,ty Council Minutes O:tober27,1997 p;¡ge 3 *8. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 13, 1997 APPROVED 9. PZ 97-40 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF COLLIN EQUITIES INC., TO REZONE LOT :~, BLOCK 1, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION FROM C-1 COMMERCIAL & R-7 MULTI-FAMILY TO A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. (LOCATED IN THE 8400 BLOCK OF EMERALD HILLS WAY I ORDINANCE NO. 2245 APPROVED Mayor Brown opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak for or against to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Brown closed thl~ Public Hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Sibbet moved, seconded by Councilman Phif'::r, to approve Ordinance No. 2245. Motion carried 7-0. 10. PZ 97-41 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER Tf-lE REQUEST OF STEVEN BOSAW FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT ON LOT 9, EDGLEY ADDITION TO OPERATE AN AUTO UPHOLSTERY SHOP (LOCATED AT 4166 WILMAN AVENUE) ORDINANCE NO. 2244 APPROVED Mayor Brown opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak for or against to come forward. Mr. Steven Bosaw, applicant, appeared before the Council in support of the zoning req uest. City Council Minutes October 27, 1997 F'age 4 There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Brown clospd the Public Hearing. Councilman Garvin moved, seconded by Councilman Phifer, 10 approve Ordinance No. 2244. Motion carried 7-0. *11. PS 97-12 - REQUEST OF J-MC OIL COMPANY AND BARBARA WEST FOR AN AMENDED PLAT DF LOT 1 R AND 2R, BLOCK 2, A.G. WALKER ADDITION. (LOCATED IN THE 7000 BLOCK OF GRAPEVINE HWY.) APPROVED *12. PS 97-42 - REQUEST OF JOYCE E. AND C. R. PENNINGTON FOR A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1 , EATON ADDITION. (LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF RUFE SNOW DRIVE AND HARMONSON ROAD) APPROVED 13. PS 97-44 - REQUEST OF LAURA WAUSON FOR A REPLA T TO BE KNOWN AS LOT 1, BLOCK 6, HEWITT ESTl\ TES ADDITION. (LOCATED AT 6802 MEADOW ROAD) APPROVED Mayor Brown opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak for or against to come forward. Mr. Charles Templin, 6628 Meadow Road, appeared before the council. Mr. Templin was concerned with the renovations to the property and the vJaivers being in compliance with city regulations inlight of the expansion of Holiday Lane. Councilwoman Johnson asked staff if the right-of-way for the future of Holiday Lane had been considered on approval of this replat. Staff advised that it had. Ms. Laura Wauson, applicant, appeared before the Council éind spoke in favor of the request. Citl Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Pa~e 5 There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Brown closec! the Public Hearing, Councilwoman Lyman moved, seconded by Councilman Phifer to approve PS 97-44 adding the covenants and waiving the masonry wall requirement. Motion carried 7-0. *14. PS 97-49 - REQUEST OF GARY AND CINDY GRIFFIN FOR A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, GRIFFIN ADDITION. (LOCATED AT 7228 BURSEY ROAD~ APPROVED 14A. PS 97-46 - REQUEST OF ROY AND EVA STRiCKLAND FOR A REPLA T TO BE KNOW AS LOTS 1 RAND 2R, BLOCK 2, MORGAN MEADOWS ADDITION (LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MEADOW CREEK ROAD AND HIGHTOWER DRIVE) APPROVED Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilman Garvin, to approve PS 97-46. Motion carried 7-0. 15. GN 97-116 - PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT BY COLUMBIA NORTH HILLS HOSPITAL - ORDINANCE NO. 2246 RESOLUTION NO. 97-46 APPROVED Mayor Brown opened the Public Hearing and called for anyonl~ wishing to speak for or against to come forward. Mr. Wieder, Director of Economic Development, appeared befDre the Council. Mr. Wieder advised of the improvements proposed by Columbia I\orth Hills Hospital. C ty Council Minutes O:tober 27, 1997 P.'ge 6 Councilwoman Johnson was concerned about the city giving up any taxes already collected by doing the abatement. Councilman Metts advised he was pleased with the feasibility :;tudy in regards to the percentage of city residents as employees of North Hills Hospital. Mr. Randy Moresi, representing Columbia North Hills Hospital, appeared before the Council to answer any questions they might have. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Brown closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilwoman Johnson, to approve Ordinance No. 2246 and Resolution No, 97-46. Motion carried 7-0. *16. GN 97-120 -INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL WITH THE CITY OF FORT WORTH APPROVED 17. GN 97-121 - AUTHORIZATION OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDING ON CALLOWAY BRANCH (B) - CHAPMAN TO HIGHTOWER - RESOLUTION NO. 97-49 APPROVED Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilman Ph fer, to approve Resolution No. 97-49. Motion carried 7-0, 18. GN 97-122 - APPOINTMENT TO PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION APPROVED Mayor Pro Tem Sibbet moved, seconded by Councilwoman Johnson, to appoint Mr. Danny Blankenship to Place 7 on the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation. City Council Minutes October 27, 1997 F'age 7 Motion carried 7-0. *19. GN 97-123 - DESIGNATION OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER - ORDINANCE NO. 2248 APPROVED 20. GN 97-124 - AMEND CITY ORDINANCE #1804 - ADDRESSING TOBACCO USE IN CITY PARKS - ORDINANCE NO. 2249 APPROVED Mayor Brown announced that this was not a public hearing and that he had received several request to speak forms. He would call on citizens to ~.,peak in the order in which he had received the forms. Mr. George Gay, 6612 Circleview Court, spoke in opposition nf the Ordinance. Mr, Jim Streit, 408 Falcon, Bedford, also spoke in opposition)f the ordinance stating that any restrictions would be detrimental to the city parks. Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilwoman Lyman, to approve Ordinance No, 2249, the third option, allowing the use of tobc!GCO in paved parking areas only. The council members expressed their feelings on the propos(:d ordinance and the different options under consideration. Motion carried 4-3; Councilman Metts, Phifer and Councilwoflan Johnson and Lyman voting for and Mayor Pro Tem Sibbet, Councilman Welch ancil Garvin voting against. *21. PU 97-89 - ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR HV AC CHILLER SYSTEM REPLACEMENT APPROVED Ciy Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Péi'ge 8 *22. PU 97-90 - APPROVE SALE OF A PORTION OF LOT 25, BLOCK 1-R, HOLIDAY WEST ADDITION - RESOLUTION NO. 97 - 48 APPROVED *23. PU 97-91 - AWARD BID FOR ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR TOP SOIL, SAND AND FLEX BASE TO HJG TRUCKING IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,400 APPROVED *24. PU 97-92 - AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF FIRE INCIDENT COMMAND VEHICLE THROUGH STATE OF TEXAS COOPERATIVE PURCHASING CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,900 APPROVED *25. PU 97-93 - AWARD BID FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ELECTRICAL RENOVATION TO DICKEY ELECTRIC IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,496 APPROVED *26. PU 97-94 - AWARD BID FOR SEMI-ANNUAL TRAFFIC MATERIALS SUPPLY CONTRACT TO ROADRUNNER SUPPLY IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,354 APPROVED *27. PU 97-95 - AWARD BID FOR 1998 TRUCK WITH AERIAL DEVICE TO CLASS/DURANT CHEVROLET IN THE AMOUNT OF $81,169 APPROVED City Council Minutes October 27, 1997 F age 9 *28. PU 97-96 - AWARD BID FOR 1998 VEHICLES APPROVED *29. PU 97-97 - AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND CONTRACT FOR THE PRINTING OF THE LEISURE RESOURCE GUIDE WITH F.J. BUSINESS FORMS APPROVED *30. PU 97-98 - AWARD BID FOR SERVICE CENTER MEZZANINE PROJECT TO TEAM DESIGN IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 92,300 APPROVED *31. PAY 97-14 - AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO INFORMATION ACCESS COMPANY FOR CD-ROM DATA BASE SUBSCRIPTIONS APPROVED *32. PAY 97-15 - AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO MOTOROLA FOR ANNUAL MOBILE DATA TERMINAL ANTENNA SITE FEES- RESOLUTION NO. 97-50 APPROVED *33. PAY 97-16 - AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO MOTOROLA FOR ANNUAL MOBILE DATA SERVICE AGREEMENT- RESOLUTION NO. 97-51 APPROVED Ci,ty Council Minutes October 27, 1997 Fage 10 *34. PAY 97 -17 - AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO MOTOROLA FOR THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ANNUAL CONSORTIUM RADIO MAINTENANCE CONTRACT - RESOLUTION NO. 97-52 APPROVED *35. PAY 97-18 - RELOCATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO EQUIPMENT APPROVED 36. CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mr. Rod Hansen, 6920 Meadow Park South, appeared before the Council. Mr. Hansen asked if there was any way the council could help him with the problem he's having with the high school students crashing into his back yard fence. Mr. Hansen said in the last 10 years he has had to replace a portion of the fence eight times, two times have been in the last four weeks. Mr. Hansen is concerned that someon:~ is going to get hurt and he would like to see the city put up a concrete or metal barricade all along that side of the street. Mayor Brown advised Mr. Hansen that he would have staff check into this situation. 37. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Brown adjourned the meeting. Tommy Brown - Mayor ATTEST: Patricia Hutson - City Secretary CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Planning & Inspections C;,uncil Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Subject: Request of Collin Equities, Inc., for a Replat to be knOWnªSAgenda Number: Lot 3R, Block 1, Walker Branch Addition (Located in the 8400 Block of Emerald Hills Way) PS 97-43 Collin Equities, Inc., is the owner and developer of proposed Lot 3R, Block 1, Walker Branch Addition containing approximately 13.6 acres of land. This propmty is the future site of an assisted living facility. The main issues associated with this plat are as follows: 1. Flood Plain: Through a Letter of Map Revision on March 15, 1997, the applicant has contained the 100 year flood plain within the drainage easement. 2. Street Improvements: None are required at this site. 3. Water: Water service is currently provided at this site. The al2plicant has agreed to install two (2) fire hydrants for fire protection. All other issues with this plat have been resolved. The applicant has agreed to the engineering comments. The Planning & Zoning Commission considered this "equest at its October 21, 1997 meeting and recommended approval as presented. RECOMMENDA TlON: It is recommended that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev,) Operating Budget _ )!hÖ Acct. Number _ Sufficient Funds Av]ilable ßa~ Finance Director Page 1 of --- C;ty or ....of11'\ RlcNsl1<;: H,¡:s 73û: Nort."..~s( L:>op !2ú NOo1:-' KlchlAIx1 HIlls, hx..s ~17·53I.j~ NRH :otw... ~ OJ/:yø. ~ ~.øan".~ APPLICATION FOR,_ REPLAT Prr-..pç 30d S utx!t\lÚ'¡on Nema: Cu~( ltt<¡el o.:~lon· I WAL.t(fG.'; 'B2~L4- .APt:>! vDJ.-\- VbL LOT 3 13l...O~ 3£~-Jgo ~ P02 N.rr." ð"'} Adc<reu 01 rf"/mr Pro;:.erry ðt': t. 0 l.. Ll ¡..J t...s. ) 1 TIE 'S /J:J..l L- . Pt¡or.. 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(J11! 169111 o....n",. 01 tf¡~ proPf!rty d'HC/1b-:d ./;0.., "I1d do n,,~oy sutvr>'I/I!/3 R"{)Ja( ra I.'!~ Pl8nn;f19 l1f1d Z'Y!Ù'g Cof1!mi~.$ion for c:an:ld.,.,,(ion. (Arrlfc:J't lJtrtdsvll -11'1 .11 ()~y:>wne""& ".mes .......8" mo,." thðn 0<1" o--t~r it!~d) ÐðIC: Q-/5-C¡'} PM( NlImt:: ~ -.\"1IL.- ~. I t"'-...D" ~ A~DhC~nr!Pnon"No~30i) 71r -Og'tJ() X 2/1 ~--~ S,qllo(urc' \ .0 ~ ~ ~ ~ OFFICE USE ONLY C¡un Number Taxes P~ld L~n~ P.:d -..- A1'JeumentJ P.id --- --,--- REPLA T CD - 40J (1196) 20'd 22:60 L661-S1-60 CITY OF N@RTH RICHLAND HI'-JLS , , October 7, 1997 MEMO TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Julia W. Skare, P.E., Staff Engineer SUBJECT: PS97-43; WALKER BRANCH ADDITION; Blod 1, Lot 3R: Replat We have reviewed the subject documents submitted to this ofice September 22, 1997. The following items are for your consideration. 1. DRAINAGE STUDY The Master Drainage Plan indicates there may be a need for additional drainage improvements associated with' his plat. As required, a concrete channel has been shown on the preliminary ~Iiians, A Drainage Study as defined in the Public Works Design Manual, Section 1-05, Subsection D and a complete set of construction plans are required with he next submittal. 2. DRAINAGE EASEMENTS The 1 OO-year flood plain shown on the plat needs to be placed in a drainage easement. The easements need to be described with bearings and distances, These revisions should be included with the next plat submittal. 3, SANITARY SEWER The preliminary plans show the sanitary sewer main to be extended along the east property line adjacent to the west right-of-way of Emerald Hills Way. This main extends from the south ,,,,ast property corne~ 500 feet north. The Subdivision Regulations require the sanitary sewer to be extended to the perimeter of the proposed subdivision. It appears the extension of the main would not benefit adjacent property owner~ If the remainder of the proposed Lot 3R develops, this sanitary sewer main may need to be extended at the developers expense, 4. EASEMENT DEDICATION The attached easement dedication needs to be incorporated into the closing paragraph after the metes and bounds description on the Final Plat submittal. 5 ROW DEDICATION Emerald Hills Way is designated as a C2U on the Master Thoroughfare Plan. This designation requires a 60-foc! ultimate right-of-way. The ultimate right-of-way requirement is total of 30 feet west of the existing centerline. The ROW is not clearly shown on the Plat. This needs to be corrected on the next submittal. p_o_ Bo;( 32C609 .. ~\:~)nil HI!!3 Tex::l-3" 7Ô ¡ )-Cr:-iJ:~ ì301 i'Jorth'2ast 820 " 317-:):-) Î -53~21 .. F.~\X i 7-~ - 7::5.3:3 The distance from the centerline of Emerald Hills Way ìo the proposed subdivision shall be shown to determine the adequacy Jf right-of-way along the route and to determine if additional right-of-way is necessary to accommodate the proposed street. Sufficient iron pins shall be found and shown on the drawing together with dimensions to adequately describe all perimeter streets, 6, DRIVEWAY SPACING A site plan as defined in the Public Works Design Manual shall be included with the construction plans. The site plan should indicate the locations and width of all proposed and existing street and driveway approaches noting the back of curb radii, 7, GPS COORDINATES The City has obtained a Global:Jositioning System (GPS) Horizontal Control Survey. City policy requires hat all new plats be tied by survey to the GPS. This will allow the City to keep tle GIS up-to-date, The Public Works Department has written descriptions for all of the GPS Benchmarks located around the City. The Final Plat nEeds to include the NAD83 Texas State Plane Coordinates for at least two ~)roperty corners. The coordinates need to be determined by a survey tied to the City's GPS monuments. 8, SIGNATURES The appropriate signatures need to be3dded to the Owner's Acknowledgment and Dedication on the Final Plat. In éllddition, the surveyors seal and signature needs to be added to the mylar of the Final Plat. 9. PHONE NUMBER The telephone number for the ownEr" needs to be added to the Plat. 10. SIGNATURE BLOCKS The appropriate signature blocks for the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Mayor ne:ed to be added to the plat. Examples may be found in the Subdivision Ordincnce. 11. SIDEWALKS The Zoning Ordinance requires sidewal~s adjacent to all public streets. The sidewalks will need to be added to the construction plans for coordination purposes. It is important to have the sidewalks shown on the street plans so that the utilities will not be constructed to inter ere with the future sidewalk. 12, STREET LIGHTING Street Lighting is required by Sec'lon 1-06 of the Design Manual. The locations of any existing street lights need to be shown on the topographical drawing to confirm compliance with current ordinances. Any additional street lights which may be required based on current ordinances, needs to be coordinated with Public Works and TU Electric, The cost for installation of any additional street lights will be paid by the developer directly to TU Electric. 13. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION An Engineers Certifica Ion (such as the one included in the Subdivision Ordinance) needs to be inc uded with the drainage calculation sheet in the construction plans, 14. DETAILS The appropriate details for services will need to be included in the construction plans. Note that the details included in the Design Manual do not contain any logos other than that of the City of North Richland Hills. It is therefore recommended that the details be used in theil' entirety. 15. INSPECTION FEES Inspection fees will be due prior to starting construction. The current rate is four (4%) percent for water and seW9r and three (3%) percent for streets and drainage. This review was based on preliminary plans and was therefore only cursory. The intention of this letter is to comment on items of significant im¡::ortance to the general concept. A detailed review will be processed when the final plans are submitted. There are several comments regarding the engineering and construction plans. These comments are recorded on a set of blueline construction pi am These plans have been returned to the Engineer for revision. The comments contained herein do not purport to relinquish the design engineer of their responsibility to provide adequate, accurate and buildable construction plans. The City's eventué!li approval of the construction plans will not signify acceptance of responsibility by the City of North Richland Hills for the engineering in the bid documents. The marked-up blue lines need to be returned with the next submittal. c__1uiÚL '- J r t~~ Julib W. Skare, P.~. Staff Engineer JWS\pwm97169 cc: Kevin B. Miller, P.E., Assistant Public Works Director Barry LeBaron, Director of Planning & Inspection Services Aguirre\Scott Shipp, P.E.\12700 Park Central, Ste. 150mDallas, Texas 75251 ~0L;¿ , A ~~-~~.. ~. _.~ - - October 10, 1997 - - ...... '1- - - ~ Ms, Julia Skare, P,E. Staff Engineer City of North Richland Hills 7301 N.E. Loop 820 North Richland Hills, Tx. 76180 , BE C E IV ED .......-..'"!"'" ~'~j 1 4 1987 Re: Review Comments for Replat Walker Branch, Lot 3R, 81 Aguirre Proj. No. 97133.00 Dear Ms. Skare, We have reviewed the comments that you recently sent to us regarding the above mentioned replat. It is our intent to fully comply with the development requirements of the City of North Richland Hills. In response to each of your speific comments we would like to offer the following responses: 1. Drainage Study: As our design progresses for this projec', it is possible that additional drainage improvements will become necessary. We are in the progress of preparing a drainage study per the requirements of the Public Works De~;ign Manual. If necessary, a conditional letter of map revision will also be submitted to FEiV ¡~. 2 Qrainage Easements: We will review the existing inforrnation regarding the current location of the 100 year fiood plain. We will revise the plat to nclude a drainage easement that includes the entire flood plain. All other drainage improvements will also be included in drainage easements per City of North Richland Hills criteria. 3. Sanitary Sewer: Our research indicates there would be no benefit in extending the sanitary sewer beyond where it is currently proposed, Ther~ are no other undeveloped sites upstream of the proposed development. If the remainder of lot 3R is ever subdivided, the proposed sanitary sewer location would be in a convenient location to provide service 4 Easement Dedication: The easement dedication will :;¡e included on the plat as required, 5 ROW Dedication: The existing and ultimate ROW 101:ation will be verified by a registered professional surveyor and located properly or: the proposed replat. If necessary, additional ROW will be dedicated to the city as required, 6. Driveway Spacing: The site plan for this site will be included with the construction plans. All necessary information will be included as per the Design Manual. Ms. Julia Skare, P.E. October 10, 1997 Page 2 of 2 7. GPS Coordinates: GPS Coordinates will be provided and located on the plat as required. 8. Signatures: All required signatures will be included on thi~ replat and the replat will be signed and sealed by the surveyor. 9. Phone Number: The owner's telephone number wiil be adc:ed to the plat. 10. Signature Blocks: All appropriate signature blocks will be added to the plat. 11. Sidewalks: A sidewalk has been added to the constructi:m plans along Emerald Hills Parkway as required by the Zoning Ordinance. 12. Street Lighting: All existing street lights will be located and shown on the plans. If necessary, additional street lights will be added to the plans a~ required by ordinance. 13. Engineers Certification: An Engineer's Certification will be included on the drainage calculation sheet as required. 14. Details: The appropriate utility service details, and an} other details in the Design Manual which are appropriate for the construction plans have heen included. 15 Inspection Fees: All required fees will be paid prior to the start of construction. Each of these comments will be incorporated into the replat íJnd/or construction plans for the proposed project. We will also continue to coordin :Üe with the Public Works department to insure that the plans are in compliance with tre ordinances and criteria of the city of North Richland Hills. Respectfully, AGUIRREcorporation uj, þv ~LjYp Scott Shipp, PE Project Engineer ss sewer improvements; require the str~et J Road. _~ 6. PS 97-43 REQUEST OF COLLIN EQUITIES, INC., FOR A REPLAT TO BE KNOWN AS LOT 3, BLOCK 1, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION. (LOCATED IN THE 8400 BLOCK OF EMERALD HILLS WAYI APPROVED Mr. LeBaron explained that Collin Equities is developing th s 13 acre tract on the west side of Emerald Hills Way. This will be an 85 bed as~ Isted living facility. The drainage channel that goes through this property will r.::quire a concrete channel and the developer has agreed to this. The sewer 'Nill need to be extended across the front of their property and this will be done about 2/3 of the way north on Emerald Hills Way. However, if and when thí; northern part of this lot is developed, it will be the developers responsibility to eKtend the sewer at that time. Mr. Wood made the motion to approve PS 97-43 subject tc engineers comments, Mr. Miller seconded the motion and it carried 6 - O. PS 97-49 REQUEST OF GARY & CINDY GRIFE BLOCK 1, GRIFFIN A OF LOT 1, ED AT 7228 BURSEY ROAD) APPROVED . made the motion to approve PS 97-49. -. ---.-->.- --_.~ ~ \ \ \ \ ) , , \ \ \ \ I / ltD'UJ~ ~ lJ>,Ct. \4~L., 8 I'y S ,( 1 i6 1 J / 17 "- ~ 18 -- -- ............. --._~_._..__.".. .. - 0-..¡ " ',-: "\ .0 HILLS WAY ] 3 4 . 5 " '" III EMERALD CIR 24 . " 17 ~ l'ð -(f<. ISG /&,~3qA:c.-- pS '"1-' tf~ "'", /.31 , '" ...... 5 ¡,II{, t!- ,.. ,./ ~ 2 '" CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS l I I i i I i Department: Finance Co. nC11 Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Subject: Election of Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors - Resolution No, 97-53 Agenda Number: GN 97-126 Nominations for candidates to serve as directors of the five member TaTant Appraisal District have been received from the voting tax entities. The City of North Richland Hills h"ls been allocated 45 votes which may be cast collectively or separately for any nominee or nominees, Þ complete list of nominees listed on the official ballot is as follows: 1, Mike Davis 2. Gene Miers 3. Joe Potthoff 4, Charles Rogers 5, Melvin Shuler, Jr, 6, Jeff Stricklin 7. Tommy Vaughn Mike Davis, Gene Miers, Joe Potthoff, Charles Rogers and Tommy Va.lgh are the incumbent members If the Board of Directors, In October 1997, the City Council nominated Mike Davis for the nominee from [he consortium of cities of which North Richland Hills is a part. The Cit/ of Hurst has requested support for Jeff Stricklin. A letter from Mayor Bill Souder and Mr, Stricklin's resume is included. Recommendation: Should Council desire to cast ballots for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors, it is recommended that votes be cast on the official ballot and that resolution No, 97-53 be approved. .--- ---..- _.,._._._-_.._-~_..._--- ~ - -- ~-~-~ - - - ---~ -~--- ----~~----- --,.----------,,-----------.. _______m____~_____.__ -_..._--~-------_..- Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other Acet. Number Sufficient Funds AVlilable ; rj01v J::'-'1 J Gh"-VL--<----- .)1 '---I . '," I // , /- ,-); ~ì.-'v.rf /¿-rvl.-- v--- //'l{.'/,'¿ì I}' _/,.~ 1/1/. ---v 1/)0~ Depjrtment Head Signature I ! ,.i City iMar;la~er -------....----------------------- CITY COUNCIL ACTION f'fEM -_~__._~~.____________~__________________J Finance Olrt~ctor Page 1 of __~~_ RESOLUTION NO. 97-53 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF rHE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, that: 1. This City casts its 45 votes for the following nom Ilee(s) for Director of Tarrant Appraisal District: PASSED AND APPROVED this 10th day of November, 1997. APPROVED: Tommy Brown, Mayol ATTEST: Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: Rex McEntire, Attorney for the City OFFICIAL BALLOT ELECTION OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF THE TARRAI<T APPRAISAL DISTRICT 'vVe, the governing body of City of N. Richland I-Iills, having been advised by the Chief Appraiser of Tarrant Appraisal District that we are entitled to cast 45 votes collectively or sep;lfately for the follO\-ving nominees for the Board of Tarrant Appraisal District: Mike Davis Gene Miers Joe Potthoff Charles Rogers Melvin Shuler, Jr. Jeff Stricklin Tommy Vaughn do hereby resolve and order that City ofN. Richland Hills cast and does hereby cast it's votes as fo110\-vs: votes for ~- votes for votes for votes for votes for ~~~---,-------------~ Passed this day of ,1997 -----~-~~-- Presiding Officer ATTEST __________~______~___~_~____, Secretary or Clerk, City ofN. Rid land Hills 1\1PORT ANT: This ballot must be returned by November 15, 1997 to Jar n R, Marshall, Chief Appraiser, Tarrant Appraisal District, 2315 Gravel ](oad, Fort Worth, Texas, 76118 OCT-:31-'3'{ FF~I 18:03 CITY OF HURST P_01 ,r.:ttu of ì nurst October 31, 1997 Honorable Mayor and COLlncil Memb~rs City of North Richland Hills via fax 581-5516 Dcar Mayor and Council Members:: OUf Hurst City Council is pkased to have submitted the name of Jeff L. Stricklin as a nominee for th~ Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors. Jeff is a long-time resident of Hurst. And, as you will set:: from the attached resume, he is very ......ell-qualified for service on the TAD Board. If elected. Jeff is wil1ing to rcpn:scnt all of our er:titics wcll, and we would appreciate your support as YOll consider casting your entities votcs Thank you for all you do for our Northeast Tarrant communities. ¡)lcase feel free to contact US if you need any further information about Jeff Stricklin. Sincerely, æ: Mayor ~ .""''- ....,........... ~. -' ".-,.....,,~,.,...,~..,.~ . t:,"::. Pr.jI"";"'~ I í~,y R,,;yj Hu:s~. ì '1xa3 75054 OCT-.31-'37 FF~ I 1:::;::04 CITY OF HURST P.02 Jeff L. Stricklin 120 Louella Drive East Hurst, Texas 16054 Home phone (811) 268-3510 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICA TION~" State Certified General Real Estate /\ppra.iscr, Texas License Number TX-1320804-G State of Texas Real Estate Broker Liccnse Number TX-0288466 Certified Real Estate Instructor, State of Texas Certif¡,ed Mortgage Examiner, US Department of Housing ED'CCATIO~AL BACKGRO\JND Bachelor of Science-Economics and Finanœ Texas A&M-Commcrcc MBA Graduate Studies University of T~xas at Arlington Real Estate I nvestment Analysis Wharton School of Business Residential and Commercial Apprai~ Courses Appraisal Institute National Association of tndcpendent Fee Appraisers National Association of Master Appraisers National Association of Certificd Commercial Appraisers Asset/Liability Management Southern Met.hodist School of Business Small Business Administration Packaging and UnderwritiJ1g Nalional Association of Guaranteed Lt:::nders Mortgage Backed St:::curities Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation National Mortgage Bankt;rs Association ¡.: cdcral National Mortgagt::: Association U.S. Savings aDd Loan Lt:::aguc PUBLICATIONS "Instructional Guide to Real Estate Financing" Dallas Community College "Real Estate Finance: Third Edition, Prentice Hall by John Wiedcmcf (Technical Assistance) C)C:T-31-"37 FRI .Jeff L. Stricklin Resume Page Two 1973-198\ 1981-1985 1985-1987 1987-1989 1989-1997 1:3:04 CIT·'..· HURST OF EMPLOYMENT HISTORY First Texas Savings Ass(,}l~iat\on Regional Appraiser, Mortgage Banking Officer and Manager of Secondary Market Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Regional Managcr-Ul1dcrVv1'iting! Appraisal Review B.F. Saul Mortgage Corporation Texas Regional Manager~Loan Production and Rev ¡~w CommUI1ity Bank of Granbury Mortgage Division Ma.nager~Contracted to form m(i'rtgage company which currently is in 10th year of proftta:)le operation. Stricklin Real Estate St:::rvÎccs-Presidenl Appraisal and mortgage banking scrvict:::$ with prccominantly commercial bank c1icnt base. P_03 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ¡- Department: Administration Council Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Subject: Request for Extension of Permit for Use of Green Valley Race Track Agenda Number: GN 97-127 In October 1993, Council authorized Texas Instruments (TI) to use the Green Valley Race Track for the testing of an automotive based electronic system. This was granted en a temporary basis, it was not a rezoning. In 1995 and 1996, Council authorized extensions to this ag'eement. TI is requesting another extension. When the request was originally made, Council had some concerns, \rvhich were addressed in a letter from TI. These concerns were; Hours of operation: Sam to 5pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays Maximum speed of vehicles: 35mph Number of test vehicles in operation simultaneously: Usually 1, on occasion up to 10 Types of test vehicles: Predominantly passenger cars with periodic tractor trailers Number of employee cars on site daily: Usually 3, on occasion up to 20 Temporary structures: 1 modular building, 12 feet by 56 feet. Overhead power and phone lines: 1 each, power line was already there Duration of testing: 6 months (originally) During this time, we have received no complaints concerning Tl's use of the facility. Attached is a letter requesting an extension through December 1998. There will be no change in the operation or improvements. TI will continue to test as they are at the present time. In addition, the original request, with the explanation of how the property is being used, is also included. Recommendation It is recommended that the City Council grant the above request. ---~-------_._-_._---- ---~--~ --.-.'-~---~----------_.'---.~..-.------.-.--.~ Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget __ ~~ -0' /' ~rtm~atu'e CITY COUNCIL ACTION I Acct. Number _.. Sufficient Funds Available Finance DWeC1cr J¡~~'. M _ CitY,. ager Page 1 of -------- OCT 23 '97 16:23 FR TI CORP FRCILITIES 972 997 5663 TO E18175815516- P.02/02 Texas Instrum8n~s Incorporallld ~ TEXAS INSTRUMENTS Post Office Box 655303. MS 8375 Dallas. Texas 75265 8330 LßJ freeway. MS 8375 Dallas. Texas 75243 23 October 1997 (9721997-5663 Fax Mr. Larry CUImÌrlgham City Manager City of No.rt:Q Rich1and Hills 730l N.E. Loop 820 North Riclüa.nd Hill8, Texas 76180 SUBJECT USE OF IRE GREEN V ALLEY RACE 'IT{ACK B'i TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED Dear Mr. Cunningham.: Please allow this letter to serve as a formal request from TexEls InStruments Incorporated (I1) to the North Richland Hills City Managerls office, the Mayor, and the City Council for approval of TI's extended and continued use of the Green Valley Race Track property from January I, 1998, through Df'Cember 31, 1998. Please be advised that our USe and improvements in place W111 remain UI\chang~ through the exteIïded period. If more information Or any action from TI is required to support an affirma.tive response to this request, please donlt hesitate to call me. PleaSie notify me when a decision has been reached. Your review and cOI\sideration of this request is appreciated. Sincerely, RL"Wlp TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED bE )Ýd~~ MlUUtger, Lea.sù:ig & Properly Management W orldwíde Facilities 972/997-5028 c.c: Bill Hie1scher 'I~~ +:'>+' Tn".·.~' r.¡--'I-~C r'-:-J J.. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS l!} 30 September 1993 In Reply Refer 10 Chron No. 1 73::' Mr Rodger Line City Manager City Hall 730 Î N E LOop 820 Nor1h Richland Hills, Texas 76180 SUBJECT USE OF THE GREEN VALLEY RACE TRACK (GVRT) B'r TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (TI) Dear Mr Line: This letter is a follow up to a phone conversation I recently had with Mr. C A. Sanford, TI has designed, and intends to market, a new product called TIRIS. TIRIS is an acronym for "Texas Instruments Registration and Identification System". This product is a combination of a microchip, packaged in a very small tag or card, and the attendant electronic in:;trumentation. The microchip, programmed with selected information, is attached to an on-the-road vehicle. The attendant instrumentation recognizes, reads and records the information programmOfd into the microchip when the host vehicle crosses over a predetermined, information collection point. Locating the GVRT wraps up a six-month search for a workable test site, within reasonable proximity of the Dallas metroplex, for our TIRIS Program. As you might suspect, the availability of long, straight, paved surfaces in the metroplex area, not in use, are virtually nonexistent. I investigated six prospective, but unacceptable, locations before found out about the GVRT. We breathed a sigh of relief when we discovered this facility - but maybe prematurely. '/lie have entered into a six-month lease agreement with Mr. Bill Hielscher the owner, for a portion of the GVRT property, and subsequent to executing the lease, TI discovered th" intended use of the property may be inconsistent with the present zoning. Mr, Sanford informed me that TI could not use the subject property accord ng to planned use without first acquIring approval from the City Council, in open session, October 11, 1993, and that a letter, prior to the Council meeting, setting forth the facts and circumstances would be useful; hence, this letter, The tollowlng IS a list of anticipated questions, concerns or Interests ttlat he City and/or local residents might tlave regarding TI's utilization of this property: (7) Hours of operatlon'Î 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays . 1"""" "" '·~,<?µri "f "ohic!es? ::5 MPH (3) Number of test vehicles In operation simultaneously? Usually 1, but on occasion, up to 10 (1 or 2 days per month.) (4! Types of Test vehicles? Predominantly passenger cars with periodic trlctor trailers (18 wheelers.) ,-,' .,. . I, r: (.j ,..., I_~ : I;, " '1 d ~ . ;., r. c) , .) 1 _1 _-¡ I~ 1 ¡ ,-~ C¡ } '1 I q.~ ,) s:: -;:-' '.I,J Mr Rodqer Line 30 September 1993 Chron No, 1732 Page 2 5) Number of employee cars on sIte dally? On most days there wl/J'e only 3. but, on occaSIon, there may be up to 20 test observers wrth cars 6) T(~mporary Structures? 1 modular building, 12 feet by 56 f!?et. !s needed to house the program Instrumentation and technical administration in a pinch, and as a lat resort we could use a mobile facllrty (tractor trailer) for this purpose by modifYing our test proce .ìures and operational practIces: however. we hope [t will be unnecessary to employ this alternative, (7) Overhead power and phone lines') A live, overhead, power line I.. already In place at the property and wIll be adequate, An overhead phone line IS needed to fa<:ilitate program vOice and data communications. (8) Duration of Testing? 6 months (approximately October, 1993. throllqh March, 1994) TI plans to have approprIate representatives present at the October 11, 1993, City Council meeting to seek the CouncIl's approval to use the GVRT property according to tl'e specificatIons set forth herein above. We appreciate your favorable consideration of this matter, and if there are any questions or comments, please contact the undersigned at (214) 995-5392 or George Murrell at (:'14) 995-5964. Sincerely, ZJí S¡;[¡NSTR ME~.ITS/~C9RF'O. RA:~~ / < , /~ ...~~ Arthur L. Lowe Manager, Major Real [state Leasing and Administration AWp cc: Bill Frazee Bill Hielscher George Murrell C.A. Sanford CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS r-- Department: Parks and Recreation Depariment Subject: NRH20 1997 Season Review and 1998 Policy Recommendations Agenda Number: 11/10/97 GN 97-128 C,)uncil Meeting Date: The NRH20 1997 Season Review and 1998 Policy Recommendations has been prepared by staff. This report summarizes and evaluates the effectiveness of our marketing efforts, the on-park revenue centers, guest satisfaction, guest surveys, financial performance and attendance for the 1997 season.. This report also presents to Council the policy recommendations based on guest responses and staff analysis for the upcoming 1998 season. The policy re:::ommendations reinforce the commitment to continuously develop NRH20 as a premiere facilit:/. Guest needs are monitored on a continuous basis and as those needs develop, improvement) in service are recommended as a part of an ongoing mission of "exceeding expectations". Based on guest response and feedback, staff recommends the foliowing two policy adjustments: 1. A season pass pricing structure revision to simpli'y explanation of the resident discount and to address the inequities of the current pass pricing structure as detailed on page 14 of the report. All proposed pas~ prices are "equal to" or "lower than" the current pricing, resulting in season pass price reductions in most cases. 2. A policy revision to base child pricing on "height" in li3u of "age" for one day tickets as detailed on page 15 of the report. This wid eliminate the challenge of determining a child's age when purchasing a ticket. The Parks and Recreation Board, at their November 3, 1997 mEeting, unanimously agreed to forward to City Council a recommendation to approve the recorrmended policies for the 1998 season. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council review the report and approve the recommended policies for the 1998 season. Attachment ~--~----~-_._~~--------~-~--.---~----.--.---.--'---~--'.---------------- ._-~~~-----~ Finance Review 1- Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev,) Operating Budget___ Other ~~~~ Department Head Signature CITY COUNCIL ACTION I EM Acct. Number _. Sufficient Funds Available I;;:~~ ~~jager Page 1 of Finance Director N H20 F 1 97 S 1 c i I trrk n p rt nd olic mn tin Park were pa.id 19,029 total season 1 Season pass sales declined from 8,050 in 1996, to 5,265 passes in 1997. T ' . a decrease of over 30 percent. However, the lower season pass sales helped t" on-park spending because Iy, season pass holders visit the park more often and spend less money wh visiting. See.on Pau Sate. Marketing, Adverti Season P The 1997 season Thanksgiving and a direct mail piece to as season ember. pass holders. The sale began after campaign consisted of NRH20 had one other special prior to the May 17th opening of the park. The promotion was directed at North Richland Hills residents, with the offer being announced in the city's February water bill. The two season pass specials resulted in the sale of 730 passes which accounted for 14% of the total season pass sales of 5,265. Brochure The 1997 park brochure was more detailed and informative and was designed to "show" families having fun, highlight the advantages we provide families, as well as listing the dive-in movie schedule, our operation schedule, and admission prices. Radio and Television Radio and television advertisements were produced and aired throughout the summer. NRH20 continued to run radio and television advertisements with the stations that were the most popular with our guests. The radio stations included, KPLX 99.5, KL TY 94.1 , KDMX 102.9 and KISS 106.1. The television stations included KTXA Channel 21, KTVT Channel 11, WFAA Channel 8, KXAS Channel 5 and Marcus Cable. 2 Professor Froqstein NRH20 continued to establish a relationship with its park mascot, Professor Frogstein, and children. An eight-week series of "Complete the Picture'. featuring the Professor and the different attractions at the park, was run in the Fort \¡\(orth Star-Telegram's Class Acts section. This section ran every Tuesday and was targeted to mothers and children, the perfect vehicle in relating the Professor Frogsteill story, This campaign was very successful in establishing an identity for the Profes~'or. Promotions 1997 was a very successful season for NRH20 and special promotions. NRH20 was able to work with locally known businesses to bring additiona awareness of our park to the general public. Tom Thumb, Procuts, Wal-Mart and Coppertone, Diamond Shamrock and Ozarka, and French's Mustard, as well as the extremely successful Dr Pepper can offer, all helped to bring new, first-time guests to our park. Special Events NRH20 held several special events throughout the summer. The most popular of these events were the dive-in movies. The movies were sponsored by Dr. Terry Moore, Orthodontist, and were shown every Friday night beginning J..me 27th and ending August 8th. The movies for the 1997 season were Toy Story Independence Day, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Jaws, Jack, James & the Giant Peach, and Twister. Surprisingly, Jaws is still by far the most popular movie, ever with young children. The remaining NRH20 promotions were very community oriented. NRH20 sponsored several D.A.R.E. days to promote steering children away frofl the use of illegal drugs. The park also gave complimentary one-day passes to schools in the Birdville, HEB, Grapevine, Keller and Southlake Independent School Distric1s. These passes were used as incentives for children who have either improved in t'leir studies, made all A's, had perfect attendance or excelled overall in the classroom. The teachers of each school chose which criteria they would use in the distribution of the passes. Another community-sponsored program consisted of HEB Educational Foundation weekend. The HEB fundraiser weekend was September 6th and 7'h. The Educational Foundation received half of the gate revenue between the hours of 2:00 m. and 5:00 p.m. These hours were the lowest in front gate revenue and the dates WEre low in projected attendance. The HEB ISD was responsible for the promotion of the event. Groups For 1997, most groups made reservations and checked in with the Group Sales Representative, NRH20 averaged 2,5 group reservations pEr day. Typically 2-3 more groups showed up each day without a reservation. All day cares or groups with several children, signed consent forms agreeing to a 6: 1 child to adult ratio. There were 228 groups that included 6,510 group adults and 10,074 group children for a total of 16,584 group tickets sold. This is an increase from 1996 when we had 140 groups that 3 included 5,539 group adults and 8,790 group children for a total of 14,329 group tickets sold. Group options included pavilion and Y2 pavilion rentals, catered meals, unlimited drinks, and four park exclusives. Total revenue for group sales and options in 1997 is $173,472.05 as compared to $111,665.06 in 1996. Consiqnment Ticket Proqram The Consignment Ticket Program continued in 1997. In this program, tickets were distributed to area companies. The companies were responsible for the selling of the tickets and the collection of the revenue, The companies returned to NRH20 the unused tickets and payments for the tickets sold. The tickets were available to the companies at the group rate and allowed NRH20 tickets to be sold a more than one venue. Most of the participants were office-building concierges. This will be an area to expand in the 1998 season. There were 17 participants in 1997. During 1997, 1,396 adult tickets were issued and 1,612 child tickets were issued. Of the tickets issued, 630 adult tickets and 752 child tickets were redeemed. Sixteen of the seventeen companies had tickets redeemed. The companies that redeemed the most adult tickets were: Rank 1 2 3 4 Company Burnett Plaza Motorola Plaza of the Americas GTE Directories Amount 200 98 76 76 % of the Tickets Redeemed 31.7% 15.6% 12.1% 12.1% The companies that redeemed the most child tickets were: Rank 1 2 3 4 Company Burnett Plaza Plaza of the Americas GTE Directories Motorola Amount 200 76 76 52 % of the Tickets Redeemed 26.6% 10.1% 10.1% 6.9% 4 On-Park Profit Centers Food Service The Concession Stand, Ice Cream Shop and on park carts served a diverse menu to guests in 1997. The Food and Beverage team also offered catering services to large groups. NRH20's Food and Beverage depart ,269.79 in revenue for the 1997 season. Food prepared in nted for almost 50% of all sales while ice cream sales and Beverage revenue. 1997 Food & Beverage Sales by Category 5% II Prepared Food II Ice Cream o Beverage Snacks The Concession Stand served an assorted menu that all NR partnership with Chick-fil-A was formed for this . The Chick-fil-A chicken sandwiches and nuggets that prep fil-A. The Concession Stand sold over 9,500 Chick-fil- n $2.50, which generated almost $25,000 in sales. A only to our various value meals, which accounted for 22% 0 meals included hamburger and cheeseburger fun meals. Other top food selle cheeseburgers, Little Charlie's pizzas, Bryan hot concession stand also sold a variety of snacks s as Spunkmeyer cookies as well as Dr Pepper products. ts could enjoy. A on Stand sold and delivered by Chick- es and nuggets at s second in food sales sales. The value ets and children's no nachos, ir corny dogs. The pretzels and Otis 5 1997 Food Sales by Item 14% -Value Meals o Chick~fil-A -French Fries .. Nachos Cheeseburger Pizza Hotdogs Corny Dogs 1 The second season for NRH20's Ice Cream Shop was a huge success. Located near the Front Gate, the Ice Cream Shop offered g cool off from the Texas heat while enjoying a cold treat. The number Ice Cream shop was Dreyers Grand hand dipped ice cream. The Ice ffered fun flavors such as Kona Coffee and Chunky Dory as well as the The Ice Cream Shop also served Eskimo Pie frozen soft serve yogurt in a va flavors. A unique offering of ice cream drinks that included Fruit Smoothies, Ice Cream Floats and Ice Cream Shakes were also served. The Ice Cream Shop also served quick snacks such as Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, T s Twist Pretzels, jalapeno nachos, funnel cakes and cotton candy. The Ice Cream had another successful season, generating over $60,000 in sales. Ice Cream sales accounted for 28% of all Food and Beverage sales in 1997. The Dr Pepper and Lem ill cart located at the wave pool served cold drinks and cold snacks at a co' tion. The Lemon Chill cart sold various flavors of the popular frozen treat that i lemon, strawberry, orange, raspberry, and lime. Lemon Chill products were the second most popular snack item. The cart also sold novelty ice creams such as drumsticks and push~ups. The Dr Pepper cart sold fountain drinks and bottled water. A large plastic souvenir cup was also sold for only $2.00 that offered $0.50 refills all summer long. Total beverage sales for the park in 1997 were $62,214.39. 6 1997 '~e Cream & Snack Sales II Ice Cream Drinks IIE.P. Yogurt n Candy ,S. Cookies 15% The Food Service âepartment also catered for groups from 30 to 400 people several times a week. The catering team grilled hamburgers, hot and bratwurst and also served baked beans, potato salad, chips and drinks. For t ore health conscious, fruit, vegetable and sandwich platters were served that the catering team prepared from fresh ingredients. The combination of quality items offered at a fair price and a friendly, efficient team contributed to the successful Food and season. The which were comparable to fast food prices, allowed guests to enjoy a hot meal and a variety of snacks while sticking to their budgets. Gift Shop The Gift Shop had a record year in 1997, erating $103,508.39. Guests to NRH20 could purchase all the necessities for 0 the water park like sunblock, sunglasses, hats, cover-ups, water shoes, towels and swim suits. The Gift Shop also offered a wide variety of toys for all ages. Toy sales accounted for 57% of all Gift Shop sales. Chocolate and novelty candy accounted for 12% of all Gift Shop sales. Fashionable items such as jewelry and clothes were popular this summer. The Gift Shop introduced several new 10 irts Several shirts encompassed the p scot P suns and waves. The Gift Shop also carried col I clothes years, which included swimsuits, t-shirts, hats, sundresses an g Shark jewelry along with other novelty jewelry sold very well t park. 7 1997 Gift Shop Revenue $110,000 $100,000 $90, $80, $70, $60, $50, $40, $30,000 $20, $10, 1996 1997 The number one The park sold over Big Squirt fill station heat. The Big Squirt birthday parties. the Big Squirt. kids refill at the 1997 Gift Shop 12% 8 Locker Rentals NRH20's lockers were located next to the Ice Cream Shop. The guests rented the lockers from a window in the Gift Shop. The park rents keys to the lockers for $2.00 plus a $1.00 deposit. This system allows the guest to get into their locker as many times as they like during the day. The lockers are generally large enough to store an entire family's belongings. Locker Rentals generated $30,515 in revenue for the park. Surveillance cameras were added this season in the locker room to further protect the guest's belongings. Birthday Parties The Elements of Fun hosted 393 birthday parties in 1997. The birthday party package cost only $95. The package included full day admission for eight children and two adults, the party island for one hour, a birthday cake, cookie, or ice cream, unlimited drinks during the party, a visit from Professor Frogstein, party favors, a gift for the birthday person, balloons and invitations. Guests could bring additional guests to the party for the group rate. The Elements of Fun hosted and coordinated all the birthday parties. Professor Frogstein attended all the parties and sang a special Happy Birthday song (created by the Elements of Fun) to the children. Guests could also purchase additional food at a discounted rate for their parties. Total revenue for 1997 birthdays is $49,048 including food options. The park began booking birthday parties in mid April and had soon sold many of the weekend slots, which were the most popular time slots. Guests who had either attended a party in the previous year or who had thrown a party at the park before booked many of the birthday parties. A maximum of six parties a day could be scheduled because of the limited birthday facilities. Many guests had to be turned away because the park has reached its capacity level for parties because of its one location. Team Performance and Benefits Our entire team received a 4.72 out of a possible 5 as a guest service score. Our seasonal team members, a vastly Important section of our team, continue to be pivotal in the success of N RH20. Although there are several contributing factors to the success of the park, the most noteworthy are our seasonal team members. The 275 plus seasonal team members carne into contact with many more guests than any supervisory personnel could hope to contact. This presents us with many opportunities to either exceed the guests' expectations or not reach that level. That is why our seasonal team is so important. Currently we provided our exceptional team members with discounts to area attractions, free admission to NRH20, a trade-out with Mountasia, a dive-in movie just for them and both volleyball and basketball athletic leagues throughout the summer. These incentive programs encourage team building and reward outstanding team member performers, 9 Financial Performance Note: As of this report's completion the annual financial audit has not yet been finished. All financial information presented is subject to audit approval. NRH20 finished the season with almost $2.1 million in revenue for Fiscal 96-97. One- day ticket and season pass revenues, which account for the majdrityof revenues, increased by $107,600. Gift Shop revenue increased by $24,372 from Fiscal 95-96. Food and Beverage revenue grew by $47,576 from Fiscal 95-96. Park Revenue Our expenses including indirect cost transfer to the general fund ($72,635) and computer allocation expense transfer to general fund ($72,025) totaled $1.69 million. The increase in sales coupled with the decrease in attendance resulted in higher pel' capita spending (on average) by our guests. We measure how successful Our on-park efforts are by utilizing per capita expenditures (revenue/attendance). Survey Results Survey results for the 1997 season were very positive. The surveys are not only a good tool to find out how the guest feels about the park, but also how long the guest stayed, how many people were in their party, where the guest was from and other helpful information. Below is the survey question followed by the average answers. The scale runs from 1.0 to 5.0, with 5.0 being the highest possible rating, 10 How many hours did you stay today? 4.829 The length of stay is up from 4.80 to 4.829. This is a good trend since the longer people are in the park the better time they are having and the more opportunity there is that the guest will spend money. Length of stay is tied into per capita spending noted elsewhere in this report. As more attractions and activities are added to the park, length of stay will increase. How many people came with you? 4.477 This number is down from the 1996 season, which was 5.10. How many times have you visited NRH20? 4.80 This number stayed the same from the 1996 season, which shows that even with less season pass sales (which generate repeat business) people are still coming back to NRH20. This does not include visits from the 1995 season. How would you rate NRH20's attractions and facilities? 4.37 The ratings of our attractions and facilities actually decreased for the first time from 4.43 to 4.37. In the comment section of the form, the overwhelming response dealt with expansion. Guests want more slides, more slides and more slides. From the comments section, staff did not see evidence of a feeling of neglect in the facility, it pointed more towards a certain "staleness" in existing attractions. How would you rate NRH20's quest service and courtesy? 4.72 The excellent rating of 4.72 remained the same this year. This is a positive reflection on the job NRH20 has done to continue to ensure the guest has a great experience at the park. How would you rate NRH20's quality of concessions? 4,35 This was one of the few categories that saw a decrease in its rating. Even though food and beverage revenues Wfjre up, the rating Wf:?nt down. Increélsed business without the expansion of food and beverage outlets cause an increase in line wait times, What radio station do you listen to? For the third season in a row, KISS 106.1 FM was ranked number one by the park's guests. KL TY 94.1 FM finished second. How did you find out about NRH;!O'ì Word of mouth was the number one answer for a third year. This strong word of mouth is reflective of the overall high quality of the entertainment service provided. This continues to reflect the positive responses in the question "How would you rank NRH20's guest service and courtesy?". "Live nearby" was second followed by TV, radio, newspaper, billboards and drive by, 11 How did you find NRHgO's concession pricina? Reasonable 77.84% Inexpensive 9.42% Expensive 9.42% Not Answered 3.32% How did YOU find NRHgO's admi.ssion pricina? Reasonable 80.73% Inexpensive 10.55% Expensive 8.56% Not Answered O. 16% Who's idea was it to visitNRHgO? Mom 30.53% Children 23.05% Friends 12.37% Other 12.89% Family 12.06% Dad 9.1% Who's Idea was It 10 vlsll? Dad 9% For the third consecutive year, mother and children were the top two answers. This reinforces the trend for the park to advertise primarily to mothers and children. 12 Where are YOU from? The largest percentages of our guests are still coming from North Richland Hills, with 25 percent. This shows that NRH20 is still being well received by the residents as a whole. Interesting to note is that over 20 percent of the guests surveyed reported that they were not from the local area. This is an increase over the last two ye.ars. Some of these "Not from Area" gu~~ts.n1ust. geattri.Rut~dt()i p~()plfJ.whQ~n~¥isi\irlgfªrnilYJor others) in the area. This leaves the remainder who are either visiting the Dallas/Fort Worth area and have chosen to visit NRH20 over other attractiQn~prthoseWhQ have come to North Richland Hills just to visit NRH20. These guests bring additional revenue to the City of North Richl~nd Hills as a whole..in thf;1fprmp.f sales.. ta.~es .étnd purchases made that help the local economy. . Thistrend should beÎnvestigªted because the opportunity exists for NRH20 to become more of a family destination location if properly developed. Where Are You From? 40,00% 5,00% 35.00% 30,00% 25,00% <II CJ> .. ¡ 20.00% ¡: <II D.. 15,00% 10,00% 0.00% § -e ~ ,g¡ <Ii <Ii € <II ;¡¡;. 1ñ OJ ,g¡ .!II ,¡g j ~ Æ .. .. .. <J) c: Õ ;:; c: .. 0'> 2! Õ> $I .~ .. <II 0 ';; ~ 0; ¡;¡ ':'E ':'E .. '" ,S; u g ¿!J :s s: <II E :¡: ~ a. .5 .. « Æ ., IJJ Q. 'i j u ¡¡; ê ~ .. '6 ~ I!! ~ ~ æ 5 s: () () <!! .r;: is (j) u. :¡: <> if if Õ € z 0 z City Will you recommend NRHgO to a friend? Yes 99.23% No 00.77% 13 r Will you revisit NRH20? Yes 99.54% No 00.46% It seemed impossible to beat the 99.3% rating in 1996, but this season has proven that wrong with a 1997 rating of 99.54%. Many of the "No" responses continue to be due to the fact the guest did not either live in the area or was moving from the Metroplex. 1998 Recommendations We have carefully evaluated guest comments and feedback as we examined improvements or changes in operation and facilities for the 1998 season. A new attraction was added for the 1996 season as well as additional shaded seating areas in 1997 areas. Our guests responded favorably to those. For the 1998 season, an alternative pricing structure is recommended for both day-tickets and season passes. The changes are consistent with guest feedback. 1. Season Pass Pricing Structure Revision In an effort to improve the service offered to our guests, it has become necessary to revisit our pricing structure for season passes. Season passes are currently sold on an adult, child and family basis, The family pass was based on an average family size of four. This did not address larger families of five and greater so "add-on" passes were developed for these larger families. Tracking family members, when passes were purchased, etc. is logistically challenging and has caused some distress to our guests. What staff proposes is to develop one category of season passes valid for both adults and children and offer discounts for pass purchases made in bulk at the same time regardless of what type of passes are purchased or the number of individuals in the family. Under this plan residents would still receive a discount towards the purchase of season passes in addition to the bulk purchase offer. The proposal is very simple to administer and explain to guests. The price of a season pass will be $79,95 per pass. If sorneone wants to buy two passes at the same time the purchase price will be reduced $5,00 per pass. If someone wants to buy three passes the purchase price will be reduced S 15.00 per pass. If someone wants to buy four or more passes the purchase price will be reduced $22.50 per pass. Under this method, no matter how many passes are purchased at the same time a greater discount is offered, North Richland Hills residents will receive an additional $20.00 discount on each pass purchased regardless of how many are purchased. It is as if proof of residency entitles them to a $20.00 off coupon. A worksheet with the new prices is attached for your review. 14 2. Child Pricing Based on Height not Age for One-Day Tickets The policy of charging a child price versus and an adult price based on age is not consistent with park rules. The majority of park rules are based on height not age. Height rules set at 48" are common in our children's pool. It seems more appropriate to charge the rates based on a height requirement of 48" which is appropriate for a nine or ten year old. The recommendation for children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult 18 or older will not be affected. This can also be more easily enforced with height markers than "guessing" a child's age. Overall, this is a better policy than the age limitation and will result in everyone being more aware of who is eligible to receive the discount and who is not. This policy is also consistent with the majority of theme parks and waterparks in the state of Texas, including Six Flags Over Texas. Analysis/Conclusions Many areas of NRH20's operation continue to show strong performance. On-park profit centers showed revenue increases in many areas. Guest service ratings went up for the third year, but for the first time ever, the attraction rating went down. This is interpreted as our guests telling us that they want new attractions, specifically, new slides. Guests visiting from outside of our local area also increased to 20% of NRH20's business. In order to continue to attract this "tourism" business to NRH20 and the City of North Richland Hills as a whole, new attractions must be developed that keep the guests' interest in returning every year, Policy recommendations including season pass price restructuring will enable NRH20 to increase the level of service offered to our guests, NRH20 has proven itself as one of the signature attractions in the City of North Richland Hills. The performance of the park has brought new services residents and non-residents alike. The continuing ~]rowth of NRH;>O will increase the opportunity for the City of North Richland Hills to remain "The City of Choice", 15 CITY 0 F NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Subject: NRH20 Master Plan Council Meeting Date: 11/1097 Agenda Number:GN 97-129 Department: Parks and Recreation Department The 1993 Feasibility Study, Market and Enterprise Plan for NRH)O contemplated the future expansion and development of the park over several years. The original site plan was designed to allow for this expected growth and expansion. The City Council subsequently authorized Brinkley Sargent Architects to prepare the long term Master Plan to guide the orderly development of NRH20. Brinkley Sargent Architects has completed work on the Master Plan. The plan indicates locations and phasing of future water attractions while takin~; into consideration utility locations and capacities, minimizing modification of existing improvements, working with the topography and maintaining a "park-like" environment. This Master Plan is a flexible concept plan that identifies possible future attractions. The attractions depicted on the Master Plan were selected, based on applying the same principals used in the initial development of the park including the analysis of the demographics of our market, evaluating guest feedback, and research through tours of other facilities and waterpark trade show exhibits. These proposed attractions are intended to be flexible and may change as trends and conditions of the market place and the waterpark industry evolve. Implementation of this Master Plan will occur over several years, adding new attractions and support facilities as guest feedback indicates the need étnd as financing becomes available from NRH20 revenues. The Parks and Recreation Board, at their November 3, 1997 meeting, unanimously agreed to forward to City Council a recomr;¡endation to approve the NRH20 Master Plan. Dwayne Brinkley, of Brinkley Sargent Architects will present the Master Plan. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that City Council approve the NRH20 Master Plan. Attachment --- ~-,-"~,.~--..--..-.--...-.-----~--~-~------------'-~-~--_._-~~_.~--~-- ,._._~~---~~--_.._---_.__._..~._..._--_._.--,.'-'--'-'---~- Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GOJRev,) Operating Budget ____ Other ~ ~"OO.~~ r- Department Head Signature CITY COUNCIL ACTION I Acct. Number __ SuHicient Funds Available j ~··L' , \j L Ì-'>,.( . '..t::nce Dlrecto( Page 1 of ----- E) G i ~ o ..; 9 m $: » V> ..; m "" -0 s: Z 1\ .~~ s: ~ Z m N ~ I F,(\0!~X~9"U~TIC PA~~ rH.,. o , 1- CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Parks and Recreation Department Subject: N RH20 1998 New Attraction COLncil Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Agenda Number:GN 97-130 The NRH20 Master Plan presents new attractions and enilancements targeted at maintaining the investment in NRH20 and reinforcing the commitment to continuously develop NRH20 as a premiere facility. After extensive research and evaluation by staff and considerabk; discussion with the Park Board, the proposed new attraction for the 1998 season, The Master Blaster, is in the opinion of the Board and staff, the next step in realizing this commitment. The Master Blaster is a unique and exciting two person uphill water slide which exemplifies our philosophy of encouraging family interaction. The new attraction project consists of a slide tower with queuing area, slide, landing pool, pump and filter room, two person boats, and associated earthwork, drainage, sidewalks, landscape and irrigation. The estimated cost for the project is $2,093,000 which is comprised of $2,013,000 for construction of the ride and associated infrastructure improvements, and $80,000 for the necessary design services It is recommended that the Master Blaster be funded from the sale of revenue bonds supported by the increased revenue generated by the attraction itself and a daily admission price adjustment as described in the New Attraction Business Plan. This new attraction is projected to increase the annual attendance by 23,:~75. Operating expenses are projected at $102,100 and annual debt service to pay for the bonds is estimated at $175,000. Revenue is projected at $506,598. Pages 4 and 5 of the Business Plan explain the revenue and expense scenarios. No sales tax or property tax dollars will be used to fund this project as all improvements will be financed with revenues generated at NRH20. The Parks and Recreation Board, at their November 3, 1997 meeting, unanimously agreed to forward to City Council a recommendation to approve the adc1ition of the Master Blaster Water Slide and to adjust the daily admission price by $2.00 for non-resident general admission tickets and 50¢ for residents. This proposed price adjustment will enable NRH20 to remain competitive in our market. As demonstrated on the attached chart comparing general admission prices of other area attractions, ë.he cost of visiting NRH20 will still be priced well below the average cost of visiting other area attractions. ._---~,--- Finance Review Source of Funds: Acct. Number _. Bonds (GO/Rev.) Sufficient Funds Available Operating Budget ___ Other I _C::::=-~\;:;-:::n~ature 1- I L----------- CITY COUNCIL ACTION i Finance OlreC1or Page 1 of ~_. CITY OF NORTH RICHLANO HILLS The benefits of NRH20 expansion include: · Increasing the "entertainment capacity" to maintain enthusiasm and interest in this unique facility which will help offset declining attendance trends and help promote long term financial success for the 1acility. · Increasing the "physical capacity" to help OVErcome the challenge of extended school schedules by allowing more guests to enjoy the park during the shorter summer season. · Continue to differentiate NRH20 as a full scale family waterpark and further separate our product from the continued infusion of new "leisure pools" in our market. · Continue to support the viability of the City's entertainment district and expand the subsequent economic impact benefits to the City and its businesses as well as creating new jobs and increasing sales tax revenues for police, parks and general services. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that City Council: (1) Approve the addition of the Master Blaster water slide and amend the 1997/98 Capital Project Budget in the amount of $2,093,000. It:s also recommended that City Council authorize staff to solicit bids and proposals for the attraction and contract the professional services of Brinkley Sargent Architects, in the amount of $80,000, for the design of the project. Funding will be provided from the sale of bonds in April 1998. Interim financing is available from the Aquatic Park Reserves and unexpended funds in the Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Budget. (2) Approve the recommended daily admission pricing for the 1998 season. (3) Amend the 1997/98 Aquatic Park Budget to reflect the el(penditures and revenues as outlined in the New Attraction Business Plan. Attachments Page ~ of ::L NI~H 1987-1997 Economic Development Department A Decade of Dynamic Development Monday,October27,1997 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Jim Browne, Director of Comm~nity Services Marty Wieder, Director of. Economic De'/elopment Economic Impact of NRH20's Status As a Destination Tourism Attraction Thanks again for sharing the details of NRH20's performance dL ring Ule 1997 Season, I am especially Impressed that North Rchìand Hills' "Forrlula br Family Fun" has also concocted a way to attract more attendance from outside the Dallas/Fort Worth Metropolitan Area. Based on the data you shared, NRH20 has seen its "outside-of-the-regìon" visitors increase from 15,9% in 1995 (29,530) to 20% (40,591) in 1997. Apparently NRH20 truly is becoming a destinalion--which is just what we've sought throLgh our participation (and joint ads) in the Dallas Fort Worth Tourism Cour;cil's (OFWAT"C! Official Visitor's Guide What is important about an increase ¡n outside visitors is the rE lated econorr.ic impact it has on our community. When 40,591 people admit:o being frc m outside our 16-county area, it is likely they are staying a full-day in our City-which also r,eans they are spending $75 per diem here on food, gas and retail purchases, Subtract out what is already being spent per person in the park $10.30), multiply "...'hat is left ($64.70) times 40,591, and that investment totals $2.63 millic n--which would bring the City another $52,524.75 in sales tax revenues (inclusive of Park and Crime district taxes). While some of these visitors may have driven in and returned'iome the same day, it is likely that some also spent at least one night in our City--either r1 a relative's house or in one cf our hotels, If 10% booked a hotel reom here (at $49 per IDom). then our economy also realized another 5198,986 (and our City another $13,923 in occupancy taxes), Thus, the NRH business community could have seen a direct E::onomic impact of S2 83 million this past Season. Using a conserva:ive multiplier (1.5 timl;s hotel expenditures and 2 times all other types of spending) its possible that our econcmy also realized another $5.55 million in indirect spending. Couple this with the City's existing entertainment amenitie~, (i.e, Moüntasia Family FunCenter, Southwest Golf, Iron Horse Goif Course, Richland Telnis Center, Texéis Indoor Speedway) and future attractions (Walkers Creek Fast-Pitch ~"Jftball Complex) and Its easy to see why North Hills Mail has also begun advertising :n the DFWA TC Officiai Visitor's Guide--and is marr<eting itself to profit from the City's tudding tourism business I hope this information is useful. Please call if you with to discv3s It in greater detail. N®R.TH RICHLAtJO HILLS} TEXAS 7301 N.c. Loop 82J 76180 (:171 ;)81-5534 Fax (817) 6;)~,7J39 ernall. nrhed@alr.~lll net· home page http /iwww.ci..IOítn-richland-r.ll:s tx us NRH20 1998 New Attraction Business Plan November 1997 North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation Oepartment 6720 Northeast Loop 820 North Richland Hills, TX. 76180 Business Plan - 1998 Season Expansion I ntrod uction The 1997 Season saw a first ever occurrence at NRH20. The score of the guest survey question in regards to the ratings of attractions and facilities d'~creased. From the guest survey comments, expansion, specifically slide expansion, W'éIS the number one ranked req uest. If you are not growing, you are dying. After three seasons of operation, our guests want something new that provides a different experience and they want it now. This season also saw a decrease in attendance for the first time. Curr ently, the majority of the decrease in attendance is attributable to a decrease in season pass sales and poor early season weather. This may not be the case in the years ¡Jhead. NRH20's viability revolves around providing experiences to our guests that "exceed expectations" and create "memories worth repeating". L\ large part of creating "memories worth repeating" is developing new attractions and services that attract new guests and generate repeat visits every season. The emergence of "community leisure pools" similar to trose in Hurst, Texas will continue to develop as an expanded number of cities rer ovate existing swimming facilities, expand existing facilities or build new facilities. ~IRH20 management staff receives a constant stream of requests for park information ald to conduct tours of the facility by other local cities wanting to develop something similar to NRH20. As "community leisure pools" become more common, the need for the differentiation between the experiences a guest receives at NRH20 versus 'é'¡ "community leisure pool" becomes more critical. If NRH20 is not distinguishable as é better facility through its attractions and associated amenities and services, what value will guests perceive in visiting or making return visits? A further value of differentiating N RH20 as a "destination" fa "Jlily oriented waterpark is tourism revenue. As more guests come from outside of the local area, the city will realize larger revenue from the ì'2 cent sales tax for Parks anc Recreation development. As more parks are developed, residents of North Richland H Is will see an increase in their quality of life. Residents are not the only group whoNill see an increase from tourism brought to the city by NRH20, Local businesse:; should gain expanded revenues from the additional people brought to the city. The following is the business plan for the proposed attracton for the 1998 season. Provided information includes a history of the attraction a "Id the projected positive impact on park revenue that this attraction should provide, The positive impact on revenue will enable NRH20 to continue to build reserves Hlat can be invested into further expansion plans and for the maintenance of the par~.'s current attractions and infrastructure. 1 The Uphill Water Coaster "Master Blaster" Water Attraction A new style of waterslide debuted in 1994 at Schlitterbahn, New Braunfels, Texas. This waters/ide was revolutionary in that for the first time, ridel s could actually ride a waterslide uphill. The riders experienced a feeling similar to that of a dry roller coaster, but in a waterslide atmosphere. The uphill water coaster was born. Worldwide, nineteen "Master Blasters" will have been built by the winter of 1998 and three of these rides are located at Schlitterbahn. NRH20 has the opportunity to be the twentieth installation of this unique ride. It will also be the first installation in this market. The following is the estimate of the expected revenues, attendance increases, operating costs and debt service for the tallest, longest, most exciting uphill water coaster in the world. Explanation of Park Revenues and Attendance Entertainment Capacity Increase The Uphill Water Coaster is expected to increase NRH20's entertainment and park capacity by 275 guests. With 85 operating days (92 scheduled:jays less 3 rainouts and 4 rain days) the increase in attendance is projected at 23,:\75. Attached are two revenue estimates that are based on a one-dollar price increa~e and a two-dollar price increase. These estimates are conservative in nature and the hopes are that a strong 1998 season will exceed the projected revenues. Explanation of Operatinq Exoenses The following estimated operating expenses are expected to decrease, as more information becomes available. "Buffering" was employed t:) ensure that expense estimates would be on the high side. Where appropriate, a 1 CO-day operating season was utilized in calculating the estimated costs. Electric Staff is working with T.U. Electric to develop a cost estimate 'Or electric consumption based on the number of pumps in operation for the attractior Preliminary numbers indicate a $70,000 cost for electricity. This number represents 70 percent of the park's current total year-round electric bill. Staff is also working with T. J. Electric to ensure the new attraction is billed on a seasonal basis. The park will 'ealize cost savings by utilizing T.U. Electric's "seasonal rates" that lower peak demand costs. Chemical Chemical consumption was based on estimate numbers received from New Braunfels General Store International. The NBGSI estimate was 10 gallons of muriatic acid and 25 gallons of sodium hypochlorite per week, Staffs estimate is based on 15 gallons of muriatic acid and 37.5 gallons of hypochlorite per week. This ]llows a "buffer" should the need arise. The chemical estimate is $2,000. 2 Water The ride is estimated to contain 50,000 gallons of chemirally treated water. After adding an allotment for evaporation, backwash and guest re -noval (splashing, clothing. etc.) the water cost is estimated at $5,000. This equates to approximately 1,000,000 gallons of water for the season or an approximate loss of 20 percent of water per day of operation. Labor Labor is calculated for three additional lifeguard team members at 1 ,OOO-Iabor hours per team member. This totals 3,000 additional labor hours. Nith an average wage of $5,25, gross pay is $15,750, FICA is an additional $1,205 ar,d Worker's Compensation is $1,111 for a total labor impact of $18,056, An additional "t utter" of $934 was applied for a labor estimate of $19,000. Maintenance Total attraction maintenance to include pumps, filtration sys~em and fiberglass system maintenance is estimated at $1,000 per year on average. Repair expenses will vary year-to-year and should average to the above-mentioned tota Supplies Supplies include the replacement of the netting over the waterslide every three-to-five years, A price estimate from New Braunfels General Store Ir ternational was $4,800 for 800 feet of netting. This cost is then shown as $1,600 per year, The boats' life expectancy is three-to-four years. Replacement cost for 5 boats per year is $3,500. Total supplies per year are estimated at $5,100. Finance Plan for New Attraction The cost of the new attraction is estimated at $2,000,00(1 NRH20 has $300,000 available in cash reserves from waterpark operations. Finan::ing will be for $1,700,000 in revenue bond sales based on a 20-year bond payback. The annual debt service will be approximately $175,000 and will be financed from additional park revenues gathered from the increase in attendance and revenues generated by the new attraction, 3 Uphill Water Coaster Revenue & Expense Estimate Park Revenue Entertainment Capacity Increase 275 Operatinq Days 85 Per Capita Expenditures $ 12.00 1997 Resident Tickets Sold 24,688 Resident Increase in Gate Per Capita Expenditures $ 0,50 1997 Tickets Sold 106,877 I ncrease in Gate Per Capita Expenditures $ 2,00 Park Attendance Increase Operating Costs Electric $ 70,000 Chemical $ 2,000 Water $ 5,000 Labor $19,000 Maintenance $ 1,000 SUDplies $ 5,100 Debt Service Total Costs 23,375 $ 102,100 $ 175,000 Positive/(Negative) Revenue from Attraction $ 506,598 $ 277,100 $ 229,498 4 Uphill Water Coaster Revenue & Expense Estimate Park Revenue Entertainment Capacity Increase 275 Operating Days 85 Per Capita Expenditures $ 11.50 1997 Resident Tickets Sold 24,688 Resident Increase in Gate Per Capita Expenditures $ 0.50 1997 Tickets Sold 106,877 I ncrease in Gate Per Capita Expenditures $ 1,50 Park Attendance Increase Operating Costs Electric $ 70,000 Chemical $ 2,000 Water $ 5,000 Labor $19,000 Maintenance $ 1,000 Supplies $ 5,100 Debt Service Total Costs Positive/(Negative) Revenue from Attraction 23,375 $ 102,100 $ 175,000 $ 441,472 $ 277,100 $ 164,372 5 Admission Prices At Selected Area Attractions Estimated Average Lenc t~ Total Cost Cost Per Hour- 6.d.i.J1L Çbilcl QU2Jay in HOl':§ Family of Four Fa m.ilLQLF all[ Iron Horse Golf Course 1 $ 50,00 $ 5 $ 200.00 $ 40.00 Six Flags Over Texasz $ 34.45 $ 28.00 7 $ 130.90 $ 18.70 Six Flags Hurricane Harborz $ 24.75 $ 18.32 6 $ 91.14 $ 15.19 Schlitterbahn $ 2245 $ 1845 6 $ 81,80 S 13.63 Six Flags Fiesta Texas $ 27.89 $ 1903 7 $ 93.84 S 13.41 MountasiaJ $ 5.41 $ 4.06 1.5 $ 18.94 $ 12.63 Tinseltown $ 6.50 $ 4.00 1.75 $ 21.00 $ 12.00 Texas Rangers4 $ 10.00 $ 10.00 4 $ 47.00 $ 11.75 Splashtown - San Antonio $ 17,99 $ 12.99 5.5 $ 61.96 $ 11.27 Six Flags Waterworld $ 16,95 $ 13,95 5,5 $ 61,80 $ 11.24 Splashtown $ 17.99 $ 11,99 5.5 S 59,96 $ 10.90 Adventure Bay $ 12.99 $ 9.99 5 S 45,96 $ 9,19 NRHzO Proposed Market $ 12.95 $ 10.95 5.25 $ 47.80 $ 9.10 NRHzO Proposed 75% $ 12.45 $ 10.45 5.25 $ 45.80 $ 8.72 NRHzO Current $ 10.95 $ 8.95 4.8 $ 39.80 $ 8.29 Fort Worth ZOO5 $ 7.00 $ 4.50 4 $ 26.00 $ 6.50 NRH20 Resident (Current) $ 5.95 $ 4.95 4.8 $ 21.80 $ 4.54 NRHzO Resident (Proposed) $ 6.45 $ 5.45 5.25 $ 23.80 $ 4.53 1 Includes 4 rounds of golf with cart 2 Includes parking and lax 3 Includes four rounds of miniature golf plus tax 4 Includes 4 upper reserved seats and parking 5 Includes parking Bold Print - NRHzO Market Area Attractions PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Aquatic Park Master Plan No Number Assigned PROJECT DESCRIPTION This project is the first phase of the Aquatic Park Master Plan, It includes the addition in 97/98 of an uphill roller coaster-type water ride called a Master Blaster, PROJECT STATUS Beginning Ending Date Date Design & Construction 12/97 5/98 FINANCIAL DATA Funding Source Amount to i Date -Adopted I I Changei'Ò-ì ¡ .1997/1998 ' 1997/1998 i i Budget Budget I 1 _ _... ._____.~_, .,____.._ .-...-f....- i I . I $0. $2,093,0001 Future Revenue Bonds $0 Revised 19t'lI1998 B u~g~t $2,:193,000 Total Project Expenditures $0 , , . $0 $2,09ª,000_I. $2,093,000 Design Construction $0 ° $0: I o $80,000 i . 2,013,000 I i $2 ,09~,º0_ötJ' Total i $0 ' $0 IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET No additional operating impact is anticipated. $80,000 2 013,000 $2093,000 i Remaining Budget Projected Annual 1997/1998 1998/1999 $0 $0 1999/200ÖT 1-200Ò/2001 ! T2Ö01J2002 $0 , $0' I $0 ____oj ..1 Total Project Cost $0 $2,093,000 $0 $2,093,000 $01 $80,000 0 2,013,000 $0 $2,093,000 FISCAL YEAR 1997-98 SCHEDULE 9 - SUMMARY OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES NRH 20 AQUATIC PARK ENTERPRISE FUND $1.50 ADOPTED REVISED AI )OPTED PROPOSED REVISED ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET CHANGES BUDGET REVENUES FY 1995/96 FY 1996/97 FY 1996/97 F'r 1997/98 FY 1997/98 FY 1997/98 Admissions $962,448 $1,185,757 $1,192,201 $1 353,257 $441 ,4 72 $1,794,729 Advanced & Group Sales 440,077 465,388 442,527 852,942 852,942 Food and Beverage 234,693 327,220 309,656 353,882 353,882 Merchandise 79,136 60,210 81,957 95,277 95,277 Tube Rentals 102,664 136,984 0 0 ° Lockers 32,159 46,159 35,793 43,555 43,555 Other 7,724 4,623 4,906 5,444 5,444 Aquatic Classes/Special Events 40,898 25,749 44,152 43,555 43,555 Interest Income 29,044 0 25,000 25,000 25,000 Donations 45,000 ° 20,000 20,000 20,000 Transfer from Park Fund(startup) 0 ° ° 0 ° TOTAL OPERATING REVENUES $1,973,843 $2,252,090 $2,156,192 $2 792,912 $441,472 $3,234,384 Appropriation from Reserves $502,814 $0 $837 $0 $0 $0 TOTAL REVENUES $2,476,657 $2,252,090 $2,157,029 $2 792,912 $441,472 $3,234,384 OPERATING EXPENDITURES Office Administration $554,711 $621,939 $630,039 P56,169 $75,000 $831,169 Park Operations 556,886 476,420 425,845 536,216 27,100 563,316 Food & Beverage 431 , 116 388,896 382,313 462,410 462,410 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES $1,542,713 $1,487,255 $1.438,197 $'754,795 $102,100 $1,856,895 OTHER EXPENDITURES & RESERVES Reserve for Future Infrastructure and Major repairs $273,556 $325,000 $376,731 ~325,OOO $325,000 Reserve for Aquatic Park Expansion 0 ° 0 562,566 562,566 Transfer to Aquatic Park CIP 502,814 ° 0 0 ° Reserve for Insurance 45,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 Indirect Costs 72,635 72,635 72,635 75,551 75,551 Contribution to Park Fund Capital Projects 39,939 292,200 193,629 0 ° Prior Year Expenditures 0 0 837 0 ° Debt Service 0 0 0 0 175,000 175,000 TOTAL OTHER EXPENDITURES & RESERVES $933,944 $764,835 $718,832 $1,038,117 $175,000 $1,213,117 TOTAL EXPENDITURES & RESERVES $2,476,657 $2,252,090 $2,157,029 $:~,792,912 $277,100 $3,070,012 BALANCE $0 $0 $0 $0 $164,372 $164,372 11/06/97 03:37 PM Page 1 FISCAL YEAR 1997-98 SCHEDULE 9 - SUMMARY OF REVENUES AND EXPE~DITURES NRH 20 AQUA TIC PARK ENTERPRISE FUND $2.00 ADOPTED REVISED ,AC)OPTED PROPOSED REVISED ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET HUDGET CHANGES BUDGET REVENUES FY 1995/96 FY 1996/97 FY 1996/97 F' 1997/98 FY 1997/98 FY 1997/98 Admissions $962,448 $1,185,757 $1,192,201 $ ,353,257 $506,598 $1,859,855 Advanced & Group Sales 440,077 465,388 442,527 852,942 852,942 Food and Beverage 234,693 327,220 309,656 353,882 353,882 Merchandise 79,136 60,210 81,957 95,277 95,277 Tube Rentals 102,664 136,984 0 0 0 Lockers 32,159 46, 159 35,793 43,555 43,555 Other 7,724 4,623 4,906 5,444 5,444 Aquatic Classes/Special Events 40,898 25,749 44,152 43,555 43,555 Interest Income 29,044 0 25,000 25,000 25,000 Donations 45,000 0 20,000 20,000 20,000 Transfer from Park Fund(startup) ° ° ° 0 ° TOTAL OPERATING REVENUES $1,973,843 $2,252,090 $2,156,192 $ ',792,912 $506,598 $3,299,510 Appropriation from Reserves $502,814 $0 $837 $0 $0 $0 TOTAL REVENUES $2,476,657 $2,252,090 $2,157,029 $~,792,912 $506,598 $3,299,51 ° OPERATING EXPENDITURES Office Administration $554,711 $621,939 $630,039 $756,169 $75,000 $831,169 Park Operations 556,886 476,420 425,845 536,216 27,100 563,316 Food & Beverage 431,116 388,896 382,313 462,410 462,410 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES $1,542.713 $1.487,255 $1.438,197 $1.754,795 $102,100 $1,856,895 OTHER EXPENDITURES & RESERVES Reserve for Future Infrastructure and Major repairs $273,556 $325,000 $376,731 $325,000 $325,000 Reserve for Aquatic Park Expansion 0 0 ° 562,566 562,566 Transfer to Aquatic Park CIP 502,814 0 0 ° ° Reserve for Insurance 45,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 Indirect Costs 72,635 72,635 72,635 75,551 75,551 Contribution to Park Fund Capital Projects 39,939 292,200 193,629 0 0 Prior Year Expenditures 0 0 837 0 0 Debt Service 0 0 0 0 175,000 175,000 TOTAL OTHER EXPENDITURES & RESERVES $933,944 $764,835 $718,832 ~1,038,117 $175,000 $1,213,117 TOTAL EXPENDITURES & RESERVES $2.476,657 $2,252,090 $2,157,029 ~2,792,912 $277,100 $3,070,012 BALANCE $0 $0 $0 $0 $229,498 $229,498 11/06/97 03:36 PM Page 2 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Approve "No Parking " Zone on Willowcrest Drive Subject: from Broadwav Avenue north to Bellhurst Court- Ordinance No. 2250 Agenda Number: 11/10/97 GN 97-131 Co .,Jncil Meeting Date: --- The Public Works Department has received a request to install "No Parking" signs along both sides of Willowcrest Drive from its intersection with Broadway AV3nue north to its intersection with Bellhurst Court. Residents are concerned with motorists parking along this portion of roadway and leaving vehicles unattended during the High Schoo football games on Friday nights and other stadium functions. City staff concurs with this recommendation to ensure emergency vehicle access during these periods. It is requested the 3300 block Willowcrest Drive from its intersection with Broadway Avenue north to its intersection with Bellhurst Court be designated a "No Parking" zone from 6:00 p.m, to 12:00 a.m. for both sides of the street. Recommendation: Staff recommends Council approve Ordinance No. 2250. -----"-_..._.._.._~-~~~--~---- --- Finance Review ~ Acct. Number _. Sufficient Funds Available Finance O.reC10r Page 1 of __ ORDINANCE NO. 2250 In order to protect the health and safety of the City and it'~ inhabitants, IT IS ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND'iILLS, TEXAS, that: It shall hereafter be unlawful for any person to park or lea'ie unattended any motor vehicle from 6:00 p.m, to 12:00 a.m. upon the public streets or portions thereof set out as follows: 1. Along both sides of Willowcrest Drive in the 3300 block from Broadway Avenue north to Bellhurst Court. 2. It is ordered that appropriate NO PARKING signs are authorized and directed to be installed upon the right-of-way of the above public street giving the public notice of these regulations. 3. Any person violating any portion of this ordinance shall bE deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and fined not in excess of $200.00. 4. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and afer its passage and publication as provided by law. 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With the exception of a very few magazines and local newspaper subscriptions which must be ordered direct from the publisher, most of these subscriptions are placed through a subscription agent, who manages subscriptions and renewals, resolves problems, and handles claims for missing Issues. Because of the volume of the business they handle, subscription agents can offer the Library a discount from the publisher's list prices that would be unavailable to the library ordering direct from the publishers. The discount varies depending on the size of the total order, the library's particular mix of subscriptions, and the eagerness of the subscription agent to win our business. The discount is a key factor in determining the best agent to meet the library's needs, along with the ability of the agent to deliver the services they promise. Three subscription agents responded to our request for quotations with different levels of discount from the publishers' list prices for the library's subscriptions. They are summarized as follows: W. T. Cox Subscri tions, Inc. EBSCO Subscri tion Services National Or anization Service 1 % discount 8% discount 7.2% discount Based on the discounts offered, and the apparent equality of services to be provided, it is clear that the discount offered by EBSCO makes theirs the lowest and best bid, and that the Library should place its subscriptions for the year 1998 with EBSCO Subscription Services. The total cost of the subscriptions for 1998, based on the most current publishers' list prices is $7,787.41. The Library also subscribes to a sole source electronic periodical index produced by EBSCO, bringing the total amount of the invoice to $10,386.41 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that Council award the bid for library periodical subscriptions for the coming year to EBSCO Subscription Services, and authorize payment to EBSCO in the amount of $10,386.41, Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget Other 5~- -f ~ Department Head Signature CITY COUNCIL ACTION ITEM Acct. Number 01-50-02-2650 Sufficient Funds Available , Finance Director P::II1P 1 nf CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Human Resources Council Meeting Dat~ovember 10, 1997 Subject: Approve Bid for 1997-98 Property Insurance Agenda Number: PU 97 -101 The City's current property insurance policy expires November 15, 1997. We submitted the coverage to bid and received the following: Company Deductible Annual Premium Traveler's Insurance Co. Agent: Jerry Johnson Texas Insurance Group $1,000/occurrence $27,765 with $25,000 deductible on windstorm and hail Texas Municipal League Agent: Gary Whittle TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool $1,000/occurrence $47,451 with $25,000 deductible on windstorm and hail Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council award the City's 1997/98 property insurance to Traveler's Insurance Company effective November 16, '1996 at an annual premium of $27,765. Included in this recommendation is a suggestion that the City consider obtaining professional property evaluation of all covered property. Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev.) Operating Budget _ Othe, _ ~ nWlLttk ~ ~ . . ·i\,i, » Departm ead Signature '/ I (/ CITY COUNCIL ACTION 'rEM Acct. Number __ Sufficient Funds Available Finan.. 0_ / £ //( ?C 1Yv- r- I Æ..-J City ~?nager Page 1 of CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 11/10:l Department: Finance / Police Department Co;ncil Meeting Date: Subject: Allthnri7p. Pllrchase of Radios from ~10torola in the Amount of $26,712 Agenda Number: PU 97-102 As part of the 1997/98 Crime Control District budget, Council appropriated funds for the purchase of radios. These radios are needed for the additional staff and to continue the conversion to the 800 megahertz communications system. To be compatible with the existing equipment these radios need to be manufactured by Motorola. The cost for ten portable radios and two mobile radios will be $26,712. Recommendation: It is recommended City Council authorize:Jurchase of radios from Motorola in the amount of $26,712. Finance Review AccL Number ~:80-04-6550 Sufficient Funds Ava lable FinanC8 Director Page 1 of CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS I ¡ DepartmentFinance / Police Department Subject: Authorization to Extend Annual Contract for Police Department Uniforms to Texas State Distributors Agenda Number: 11/10/97 PU 97-103 CO.mcil Meeting Date: In the 1997/98 approved budget, Council appropriated funds hr the purchase of Police Department uniforms. At the October 14, 1996 meeting Council authorized a one year extension of the contract to supply Police Department uniforms to Texas State Distributors (PU 96-75). The specifications and contract allow for this conract to be extended for one more year. Texas State Distributors has offered to extend thE contract an additional year at the original bid prices, They have provided excellent service and quality uniforms this past year. Recommendation: It is recommended City Council extend thE contract to Texas State Distributors to supply Police Department uniforms an additional year. -----~._---- Finance Review Source of Funds: Bonds (GO/Rev,) Operating Budget L Otb'êr ( . , A ~ ~' \ ~~ Department Head Signature I ) CITY COUNCIL ACTION ItEM .. Ace!. Number -º-1~80-04-2200 Sufficient Funds Avarlable !.~ /r ~ i /'1/lA /}<,jl.-01- .f /' City IM~9'ager Finance Director Page 1 of ___ V. BID FOR.J\1 *******************************************************~********************** lnit Item Description Quantity Price Total *******************************************************.********************** :{ jLl. L/~) î A. Short Sleeve Uniform Shirts 70 each .5ID9.+O Long Sleeve Uniform Shirts 40 each ~ 50. <)Cj S2 B. ,OZ3.00 C. Uniform Trousers 110 each ~~.~ ' G¡é1 ~ 0otf:0 .Clo D. Jackets 3 each ~Ot.11 1323.13 E. Motorcycle Boots 4 each LID GTD ND &-'1"). $' -., - {, 142 .Çë F. Caps 5 each ..lb,)o GRAND TOTAL $11,/..:,41-. 5""3 .., J The Undersigned, in submitting this bid, represents this bid is in strict accordance with the conditions and specifications set forth and proposes to furnish all items/service at the prices quoted herein, after notice of bid award, There will be at no time a misunderstanding as to the intent of the specifications or conditions to be overcome or pleaded after the bids are opened. The undersigned declares that he/she is an equal op regard to race, color, national origin, age or sex in 1 COMPANY ~~ ~--¡;;])SJRlb: SIGNA~ r-y¡,Î~~ ~ ~/ý~ 9{X5/-/~ TELEPHONE: DATE: /c2. /;, / Cì'~ / I v1'1l~3/7 j /'IQ ~ þ)~ >::<3D7 3./ ..;).,f ..t. () r. (ì , I 1Yl oJ0fIj r Of",F I \ .~ J' . '~ . I I /--;), I'· v} '\ / uJi¡ lþ;t,C( l~¿i //0 J ol ¡} ,"\ é ð .¿¿1-rvtJ-Þ ' l~ JÍ-1/ "ìq7-t;> 'Y't~ with 24 NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT OF Bn)DE~ State of 77:' 1-1'16 County of -DßLLI15 -¡O/J4nlffN D <¿L' ì Nt ---' being first duly sworn disposes and says that: (1) He/She is (owner, partner, offic2::~or agent) of 'If 'fÆs.- S1flTf 1) 6ITt i3¡,rfcR the bidder that has submitted th:: attached bid; (2) He/She is fully informed respecting the preparation and contents ,)f the attached bid and all the pertinent circumstances respecting such bid; (3) Such bid is genuine and is not a collusive or sham bid; (4) Neither said bidder nor any of its officers, partners, owners, agens, representatives, employees, or parties in interest, including the affiant, has in any way colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed, directly or indirectly with any other bidder, firm or person 0 submit a collusive or sham bid in connection with the Contract for which the attached bid has been submitted or to refrain from bidding in connection with such contract, or has in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, collusion, communication or conference with any other bidder, firm or person to fix the price or prices in the attached bid, or to fix any overhead, profit or COit element of the bid price or the bid price of any other bidder, or to secure through any collusion, con~piracy, connivance or unlawful agreement any advantage against the Owner or any person interested .in the proposed contract; and the price or prices quoted in the attached bid are fair and proper. 'So IJA1U IhJ If: Ù iN E PRINTED N'VvŒ Subscribed and sworn to before me this '1 I r ~VÎ Déc:::v1'1 h -{...v 1994 ~:;;;r--~;.Ä-~-1\ tf ø-;;~~> JOE AUSTIN ~' ~ì{;47Y~) NOTARY PUBLIC \ ,,\ \ -:.';;f.>-+' /~, J ~~ate of T exas ~ ~ \::::.?:~~~/ CO:'! m, Exp 08·18·96 " \.~~~...7"~~ / '\ L-o \ \'v'ì County, Texas. My commission expires K ) \ ~ \?¡ Lr THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETUI:.NED 'WITH BID 25 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Finance / Support Services Council Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Subject: Award Bid for Annual Automotive P8rtS l,ontré=3d to Dick Smith Auto Parts Agenda Number: PU 97-104 As part of the 1997/98 approved budget, Council allocated furds for the purchase of automotive parts and supplies. In order to obtain the product~ required at the lowest cost, formal bids were solicited for an annual supply contract. The Support Services Department spends approximately $30,000 a year for automotive parts and supplies through this contract. The bid requested vendors to provide a discount from the "Ma'lufacturer' s Jobber Price" on a list of various products, as well as make several deliveries a day. Some of the products on the list include brakes, filters, shocks, wipers, batteries, etc, The results are outlined below. Dick Smith Auto Parts ......." .... ----.- -.-.. JobberPrÎce less 16% toA8% Chandler's Automotive Warehouse Jobber Price less 15% to 35% Robertson Fleet Service Jobber Price less 5% tJ 22% (incomplete bid) Stewart and Stevenson Jobber Price less 5% t) 10% (incomplete bid) Stewart and Stevenson and Robertson Fleet Services submitted an incomplete bid and can not supply all the items listed in the specifications. Dick Smith Auto Parts met all the specifications and general conditions of the bid. Recommendation: It is recommended City Council award the annual contract for automotive parts and supplies to Dick Smith Auto Parts. ----- Finance Review 06-01-03-2850 Source of Funds: Acct. Number ~i-01-03-2950 Bonds (GO/Rev,) Sufficient Funds AV1ilable Operating BUd~L (J ,) ~ Jthe, ~ !JJ! ~¿2 ---- II .. / . (:~~ Department ead Signature {~/ City Þ'anager CITY COUNCIL ACT/OMi EM j Finance DtreC10( Page 1 of CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Library Council Meeting Date: 11/10/97 Subject: Authorize Payment to University Microfilms International (UMI) Agenda Number: PAY 97-19 In the 1997/98 approved budget, Council appropriated funds for microfiche editions of periodicals to 'vVhich the library subscribes. The amounts 'Here included in the totals for Account No. 01-50-02-2650. The Library relies on microform editions to meet the need for older issues of periodicals. Microforms are more durable than the original paper copies, and require far less storage room. The attached invoice from University Microfilms International (UMI) is for annual subscriptions to 76 periodicals on microfiche. The total cost of the subscriptions, including shipping, is $5,049.47, Because the amount is in excess of $5,000, it requires Council Approval before payment. University Microfilms International is a sole-source provider for these products. Recommendation: It is recommended that Council authorize payment to University Microfilms International for microfiche subscriptions, in the amount of $5,049.47. Finance Review Source of Funds: Acct. Number 01-50-02-2650 Bonds (GO/Rev.) Sufficient Funds Available Operating Budget Other ,5~ ê~ . 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