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Home My WebLink AboutCC 2011-02-28 Agendas CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 's CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKROOM 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS Monday, February 28, 2011 6:00 P.M. A.1 Discuss Items from Regular City Council Meeting A.2 Discuss Federal Legislative Positions (10 Minutes) B.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION - The City Council may enter into closed Executive Session to discuss the following as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code B.1 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072, Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of property - 1) Parcel 96 located at 6720 Northeast Loop 820; 2) Parcel 135 located at 7301 Northeast Loop 820; 3) Parcel 152 located at 820 and Cummings Drive; 4) Parcel 150 located at 4816 Cummings Drive East; 5) Parcel 134A located at Holiday Lane and Maplewood Avenue B.2 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code for Consultation with Attorney regarding Pending Litigation - 1) Hometown Urban Partners, Ltd. vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 096- 236530 -09); 2) Arcadia Land Partners 25 Ltd., et al vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 067 - 241297 -09) C.0 Adjournment Certification I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the North Richland Hills City Council was posted at City Hall, City of North Richland Hills Texas in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code on February 25, 2011 at �'.�j'2.. a.m. (1 14tant City Secretary This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 817 - 427 -6060 for further information. The City Council may confer privately with its attorney to seek legal advice on any matter listed on the agenda or on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code. NRH City Council Agenda — February 28, 2011 Page 1 of 4 ® CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA j CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS Monday, February 28, 2011 7:00 P.M. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hard copies of the full City Council agenda information packet are accessible prior to every regularly scheduled Monday Council meeting according to the following locations and schedule: ❑ City Hall on the day of the meeting Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City's web site at www.nrhtx.com after 10 a.m. the day of every regularly scheduled Council meeting. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A.0 Call to Order - Mayor Trevino A.1 Invocation - Councilman Turnage A.2 Pledge - Councilman Turnage A.3 Special Presentation(s) and Recognition(s) No items for this category. AA Citizens Presentation An opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on matters which are not scheduled for consideration by the City Council or another City Board or Commission at a later date. In order to address the Council, please complete a Public Meeting Appearance Card and present it to the City Secretary prior to the start of the Council meeting. The Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits deliberation by the Council of any subject which is not on the posted agenda, therefore the Council will not be able to discuss or take action on items brought up during the citizens presentation. A.5 Removal of Item(s) from Consent Agenda B.0 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS All consent agenda items listed below are considered to be routine items deemed to require little or no deliberation by the City Council and will be voted on in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered. NRH City Council Agenda — February 28, 2011 Page 2 of 4 Y B.1 Approval of Minutes of February 14, 2011 City Council Meeting B.2 GN 2011 -017 Authorize Replacement Deed C.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS C.1 GN 2011 -013 Conduct a Public Hearing for the 37th Year Community Block Grant Program C.2 GN 2011 -014 Approve 37th Year (2011/2012) Community Development Block Grant Program - Resolution No. 2011 -009 (This item is not a public hearing but related to Item C -1) D.0 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Items to follow do not require a public hearing. No items for this category. E.0 PUBLIC WORKS E.1 PW 2011 -004 Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. in the amount of $78,000 for the Davis Boulevard and Mid - Cities Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project (ST0401) F.0 GENERAL ITEMS F.1 PU 2011 -007 Revise the FY 2010/2011 Capital Projects Budget, Approve the purchase of Frazer Ambulance from Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep in the amount of $179,200 and Authorize the City Manager to Sign Grant Amendment with the North Central Texas Council of Governments for the On -Road Heavy -Duty Replacement and Repower Program - Resolution No. 2011 -006 F.2 GN 2011 -015 Amending Appendix A Fee Schedule of the Code of Ordinances Plumbing Permits - Ordinance No. 3129 F.3 PU 2011 -008 Authorize the purchase of grant- funded equipment from ICX Technologies in the amount of $ 115,293.01 F.4 GN 2011 -016 Appointments to Naming Board G.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS G.1 Action on Any Item Discussed in Executive Session Listed on Work Session Agenda H.0 INFORMATION AND REPORTS �r NRH City Council Agenda — February 28, 2011 Page 3 of 4 H.1 Announcements - Mayor Pro Tern Sapp H.2 Adjournment All items on the agenda are for discussion and /or action. Certification I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the North Richland Hills City Council was posted at City Hall, City of North Richland Hills, Texas in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code on February 25, 2011 at 0 0"52, a.m. (J JO �&k (0- f S ist nt City Secretary This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at 817 - 427 -6060 for further information. The City Council may confer privately with its attorney to seek legal advice on any matter listed on the agenda or on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code. NRH City Council Agenda — February 28, 2011 Page 4 of 4 City of North Richland Hills City Council Work Session Meeting Agenda North Richland Hills City Hall City Council Workroom 7301 Northeast Loop 820 North Richland Hills, TX 75180 Monday, February 28, 2011 6:00 P.M. A.1 Discuss Items from Regular Citv Council Meetina A.2 Discuss Federal Leaislative Positions (10 Minutes) B.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION - The Citv Council may enter into closed Executive Session to discuss the followina as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code B.1 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072, Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase, exchanae, lease or value of property - 1) Parcel 96 located at 6720 Northeast Loop 820; 2) Parcel 135 located at 7301 Northeast Loop 820; 3) Parcel 152 located at 820 and Cumminas Drive: 4) Parcel 150 located at 4816 Cumminas Drive East; 5) Parcel 134A located at Holidav Lane and Maplewood Avenue B.2 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code for Consultation with Attornev reaardina Pendina Litiaation - 1) Hometown Urban Partners, Ltd. vs. Citv of North Richland Hills (No. 096 - 236530 -09): 2) Arcadia Land Partners 25 Ltd., et al vs. Citv of North Richland Hills (No. 057- 241297 -09) C.0 Adiournment CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. A.1 Subject: Discuss Items from Regular City Council Meeting CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Manager's Office Presented by: Karen Bostic Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. A.2 Subject: Discuss Federal Legislative Positions (10 Minutes) Summarv: The purpose of this agenda item is to seek City Council consensus of the 2011 Federal Legislative Positions for the City of North Richland Hills. General Descrivtion: The legislative program is intended to be a guide to our legislators to inform them of the city's ,position on issues we expect will be raised during the congressional session. As in the past, we have used four guiding principles to determine our positions. These guiding principles are: ❖ Local control ❖ Predictable and sufficient level of revenue to provide for our citizens ❖ Opposition to unfunded mandates ❖ Quality of life We expect the highest priorities to be: ❖ Transportation ❖ Rights of Way ❖ Community Development Block Grant ❖ Public Safety Collective Bargaining ❖ Border Security and Immigration ❖ Healthcare Reform Upon approval of the legislative program, our intention is to present this information to our area Congressional Representatives and Senators to point out the city's key issues. NCH City of North Richland Hills 14L '6 696 Eas A1953rK 41P 0 it i■■■■s* x 0, 2011 Federal Legislative Pos itions -.ter; •::.r'• `_�:• : A1953rK 41P 0 it i■■■■s* x 0, 2011 Federal Legislative Pos itions FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE INTRODUCTION The United States Congress frequently creates new laws that greatly affect municipalities. Due to this relationship, the City of North Richland Hills must develop and adopt positions on the most critical federal issues that directly impact the City and its citizens, especially issues involving 1.) local control, 2.) quality of life, and 3.) municipal revenues (including unfunded mandates). Therefore, the City of North Richland Hills uses three primary principles in developing positions on legislative issues: 1. The City vigorously opposes any legislation that erodes the authority to govern our own local affairs. 2. The City opposes any legislation that dramatically impacts our ability to pay for public services and opposes the imposition of any federal mandates which do not provide for a commensurate level of compensation. 3. The City supports legislation that increases the quality of life for our citizens including legislation that encourages equitable services that increase pride and growth in our community. If an issue arises in Congress that is not included in this document, we urge our Congressional delegation to keep the City's g'uidi'ng principles in mind as they make important decisions which will impact our joint - constituents. TABLE OF CONTENTS General Legislative Policy .......................................................... ... ........ ........ ....... ....4 Transportation............................................................................. ......------ .-- ...............5 Rightsof Way .............................................................................. ......----- ...................6 Community Development Block Grant ........................................ ..............................7 Public Safety Collective Bargaining .......................................... .... ..... ........ ........ . . . . .. 8 Border Security and Immigration .............................................. .............. ........... ...... 9 HealthcareReform ..................--------------------------------------------------------------------------- .....1 D Contacts------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- .....11 GENERAL LEGISLATIVE POLICY STATEMENT OF PRESERVATION As a general policy, the City of Borth Richland Hills seeks to preserve its current authority to govern the city, its citizens, and its property. As such, the City opposes legislation that: ■ diminishes the fundamental authority of the City; • mandates increased costs without adequate compensation; • forces a loss of revenues or a decrease in public services; • erodes requirements for reasonable compensation for use of public lands; or • erodes municipal control over local water systems. 63Ir_'l046l41'ris7W'IN1RWAI Likewise, the City supports legislation that: • advances municipal authority to conduct the public's business; • improves the health, safety, and welfare of our citizens; • responsibly and fairly increases revenues to pay for essential services, • reduces the cost of providing services; • responsibly promotes economic development; or • improves the economy and creates jobs. TRANSPORTATION BACKGROUND An effective and interconnected transportation infrastructure is essential to maintaining a healthy and vibrant economy. A strong intergovernmental partnership is key to advancing national transportation goals and priorities. If we continue to allow our infrastructure to deteriorate through lack of investment and proper maintenance, we put America's economic success, and the success of our cities, at risk. As local governments continue to struggle with budget shortfalls, federal support for infrastructure is even more critical. The Highway Trust Fund is not keeping up with demand. Financed by federal gasoline taxes and redistributed through the states to cities and towns, it is not keeping up with the investment and maintenance needs of our transportation system. Without action, the nation's aging transportation systems will further deteriorate. Our current system is aging and requires increasing investment just to maintain its current condition, much less improve it. In Northeast Tarrant County, traffic congestion continues to be a serious issue. Expansion of highways in our area has been delayed for a decade or more due to a lack of funding. The North Texas region is in a non - attainment area whereby we must meet strict guidelines to reduce air pollution yet we have traffic gridlock, further polluting our air. It is critical to our City and our region that funding be made available for road projects to improve the quality of life for all citizens through a dramatic increase in safety and managed and/or reduced travel time. It is also critical that funding be made available for alternative means of transportation, including commuter rail. Further, funding must be made available for the Northeast Transportation Service via a transportation appropriation. This transit system is an on demand transportation service for senior and disabled residents. 1*1-1r11067► • The City of North Richland Hills supports a new federal surface transportation program that partners with local governments and recognizes the central role of transportation to metropolitan and regional economies, includes the local voice in planning and project selection and chooses the best mix of transportation options to fit the needs of the region. • The City supports full funding for federal transportation programs and initiatives that support 'bridges, roads, highways, transit and high -speed rail. • The City supports public- private partnerships that support transportation priorities. RIGHTS OF WAY BACKGROUND Over many years, citizens have been required to donate their property to local governments in order for it to be used for public purposes for the common good. These rights -of -way are used for many purposes including the location of water and sewer lines, telecommunication and cable lines, as well as other various utilities. Municipalities are compensated for the use of public rights -of -way by the private industries that use them, providing a dividend to the property owners through lower property taxes. The underlying principal is that private use of publicly -owned rights -of- way is a privilege not an entitlement. Local governments are, in fact, legally obligated to control and charge for the use of rights -of -way. The Texas Constitution requires cities to receive fair market rental payments from private industries that use public land for their private gains. Local governments are also responsible for maintaining the rights - of -way to ensure the health and safety of their citizens. This enables cities to minimize service disruptions to the public, protect public investment in the rights -of -way, and assures correct placement of service lines. From time to time private entities advocate the advancement of their enterprise by requesting "relief' from local rights -of -way from the federal or state government. This "relief' comes at the expense of the local property owner who does not receive the just compensation they deserve through lowered taxes from the use of this property. The City of North Richland Hills advocates the expansion of telecommunications and other utilities through use of City rights -of -way. We just do not believe it is right to mandate access without just compensation. 01410IQ] • The City of North Richland Hills opposes any legislation that will restrict the ability to manage our rights -of -way or that allows rights -of -way users access without appropriate compensation to the City. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BACKGROUND The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program was signed into law as the centerpiece of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. CDBG is the Federal government's effort to help more than 1,100 entitlement cities, urban counties, States and their non - profit partners meet the needs of low and moderate - income communities. CDGB helps to fund a wide range of activities including home ownership assistance, housing rehabilitation, public services and economic development projects. In Fiscal Year 2012, CDBG funding is facing a possible cut of up to 25% which equates to a $1 billion change in the President's budget. This, or any reduction, in CDBG funding would severely slow down or eliminate thousands of local and state projects and programs that are directly contributing to local and regional recovery. Providing quality neighborhoods and housing for all Americans by continuing successful programs such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is important to the City of North Richland Hills. After 30 years, this program remains successful and continues to demonstrate a strong federal -local partnership that must be sustained. As an aging City, CDBG funds are vital to the continued success of our neighborhood revitalization initiatives. CDBG funds have allowed the City of North Richland Hills to reconstruct streets and sanitary sewer lines in qualifying neighborhoods, institute a successful housing rehabilitation program, expand and improve senior center facilities located within the city, and enhance the Northeast Transportation Service (NETS), an on demand transportation service for senior citizens and disabled residents of our city. 191411IQ • The City of North Richland Hills supports maintaining the CDBG formula funding at the FY 2010 level, as this program has been and will continue to be important in funding revitalization efforts within our community. • The City opposes any budget proposals that seek to combine, eliminate or reduce community development programs that have continually proven to be effective in redeveloping deteriorating areas of cities across the country. PUBLIC SAFETY COLLECTIVE BARGAINING BACKGROUND During each of the past three federal legislative sessions, 109 11 Qth and 111th Congresses, legislation has been proposed that would force states and local governments to recognize unions of police, fire, and other public safety personnel as bargaining agents in all 50 states. The legislation has been defeated in all of these sessions, however, we believe this is still an important topic of discussion. During the 79 Texas Legislative session similar legislation known as Meet and Confer (House Bill 204 and House Bill 2892) were passed into law. Meet and Confer allows a representative police or fire association in Texas cities with a population of 50,000 or more, to meet and confer on any issues related to their employment. This can only be initiated through a petition of the association with final authorization by the governing body or through a certified election. The City of North Richland Hills believes federal collective bargaining legislation should not be signed into law because it is simply duplication of what has already become law in Texas. Furthermore, this type of legislation would negate the labor protection laws of the states, labor agreements of states and municipalities, existing civil service systems and the North Richland Hills Personnel Procedures. The City believes that the federal government should not undermine municipal authority with respect to making fundamental employment decisions. The City also believes this is an issue best resolved at the state level, not by our federal government. POSITION • North Richland Hills apposes federal legislation which singles out a class of municipal employees to be provided special bargaining rights, and pre -empts investigative and disciplinary procedures that are already in place under civil service systems and the "Meet and Confer" laws of Texas. BORDER SECURITY AND IMMIGRATION BACKGROUND As violence continues to escalate along the Mexican border, the need for a Federal presence at the border continues to rise as well. It is imperative that the Federal government keep the violence in Mexico from bleeding over into the United States. This is a national issue and a national concern, not one that local governments can or should try to solve. Local governments do not have the resources that the Federal government has to work toward a resolution to this problem. The border violence is not the only concern. The increasing presence of the undocumented population presents a serious challenge to municipal governments because of its escalating impact on local budgets, service delivery, and community life. The City of North Richland Hills believes immigration reform should be addressed in a comprehensive, thoughtful manner that focuses on the creation of economic opportunities, strengthens families and our communities. Local law enforcement agents should not be mandated to enforce federal immigration laws because this would violate the principals of federalism and divert local personnel from their primary duty to protect the general public. The City of North Richland Hills strongly concurs and supports comprehensive immigration reform to allow companies to meet labor shortages with legal access to foreign workers through a controlled guest worker program. In addition, since control of immigration practices is the responsibility of the Federal government, local governments should not have to bear the cost of enforcing federal immigration laws. 01410IQ7 • The City of North Richland Hills supports an increase in the presence of Federal officers along the border with Mexico. • The City of North Richland Hills supports comprehensive immigration reform legislation that addresses border security and interior enforcement at the federal level of government. • The City apposes any proposal that would mandate municipal enforcement of federal immigration laws. HEALTH CARE REFORM BACKGROUND In 2010 Congress passed the health care reform act which was enacted to make health care more accessible and affordable for all. Efforts are now underway to revise the law passed last year. North Richland Hills supports modification to the health care reform act not only for how it will impact us as a city, but how it impacts businesses and medical facilities located within our city. The current law restricts local control of health plan design. Employers that self- insure must, after two years, demonstrate to the Secretary of Health and Human Services that their self- insurance plans are sufficiently funded or capitalized to cover all likely medical claims. Additionally, current law sets guidelines for plan design and places actuarial restrictions on an employer's ability to set monthly premiums for participants to fully cover their costs. Further, it establishes a Federal "Health Insurance Rate Authority" to determine how monthly premiums are set by employers. The current law increases both medical and administrative costs for employers. It requires employers to offer health insurance coverage to part-time employees. This insurance will have to meet certain minimum cost, coverage, and reimbursement requirements that are prescribed by law and the Department of Health and Human Services. It also eliminates the lifetime medical limit and extends dependent child coverage to age 26 regardless of income or marital status, all of which drives up medical costs. Further, the current law imposes new taxes on employees and insurers if they offer a plan that traditionally would be considered a "competitive" health plan. The so called "Cadillac ", plans are those that exceed $10,200 for single coverage and $27,540 for family coverage. Finally, the current law does nothing to address the root cause of increasing health insurance costs. Studies show that the overall worsening of health in the United States is why health insurance costs are going up which is supported by the fact that 75% of health claims are due to chronic conditions. 01A10M • The City of North Richland Hills supports modification to the existing law that addresses increasing costs to employees and employers, while allowing for insurance plan flexibility. CONTACTS City of North Richland Hulls 7301 'NE Loop 820 P. O. Box 820609 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 (817) 427 -6000 Fax: (817) 427 -6016 httr) Mark Hindman City Manager (817) Email: mhindman(@.nrhtx.com Karen Bostic ** Assistant City Manager (817) 427 -6005 Email: kbostic(@nrhtx.com Mayor and City Council Oscar Trevino — Mayor Ken Sapp — Mayor Pro Tem, Place 2 John H. Lewis — Place 1 Tom Lombard — Place 3 Dr. Tim Barth — Place 4 David Whitson — Place 5 Scott Turnage — Place 6 Tim Welch — Place 7 ** Karen Bostic is the primary legislative contact for North Richland Hills CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. B.0 Subject: EXECUTIVE SESSION - The City Council may enter into closed Executive Session to discuss the following as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. B.1 Subject: Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072, Texas Government Code to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of property - 1) Parcel 96 located at 6720 Northeast Loop 820; 2) Parcel 135 located at 7301 Northeast Loop 820; 3) Parcel 152 located at 820 and Cummings Drive; 4) Parcel 150 located at 4816 Cummings Drive East; 5) Parcel 134A located at Holiday Lane and Maplewood Avenue CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. B.2 Subject: Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code for Consultation with Attorney regarding Pending Litigation - 1) Hometown Urban Partners, Ltd. vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 096 - 238530 -09); 2) Arcadia Land Partners 25 Ltd., et al vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 067 - 241297 -09)) CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. C.0 Subject: Adjournment City of North. Richland Hills City Council Regular Meeting Agenda North Richland Hills City Hall Council Chambers 7301 Northeast Loop 820 North Richland Hills, TX 76180 Monday, February 28, 2011 7:00 P.M. A.0 Call to Order - Mavor Trevino A.1 Invocation - Councilman Turnaae A.2 Pledge - Councilman Turnaae A.3 Special Presentation(s) and Recoanition(s) No items for this category. A.4 Citizens Presentation An opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on matters which are not scheduled for consideration by the City Council or another City Board or Commission at a later date. In order to address the Council, please complete a Public Meeting Appearance Card and present it to the City Secretary prior to the start of the Council meeting. The Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits deliberation by the Council of any subject which is not on the posted agenda, therefore the Council will not be able to discuss or take action on items brought up during the citizens presentation. A.5 Removal of Item(s) from Consent Agenda B.0 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS All consent agenda items listed below are considered to be routine items deemed to require little or no deliberation by the City Council and will be voted on in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered. B.1 Approval of Minutes of February 14, 2011 Citv Council Meetina B.2 GN 2011 -017 Authorize Replacement Deed C.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS C.1 GN 2011 -013 Conduct a Public Hearing for the 37th Year Communitv Block Grant Proaram C.2 GN 2011 -0114 Approve 37th Year (2011/2012) Communitv Development Block Grant Proaram - Resolution No. 2011 -009. (This item is not a public hearina but related to Item C-1). D.0 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Items to follow do not require a public hearing. No items for this category. Z i M I l J E it ►t► [e] : V .� E.1 PW 2011 -004 Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Aareement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. in the amount of $78,000 for the Davis Boulevard and Mid - Cities Boulevard Intersection Improvements Proiect (ST0401 w l =e 3 210 .7, :1011 :1 O T A K'. F.1 PU 2011 -007 Revise the FY 201012011 Capital Proiects Budaet, Approve the purchase of Frazer Ambulance from Dallas Dodae Chrvsler Jeep in the amount of $179.200 and Authorize the Citv Manaaer to Sian Grant Amendment with the North Central Texas Council of Governments for the On -Road Heavv -Duty Replacement and Repower Proaram - Resolution No. 2011 -006 F.2 GN 2011 -015 Amendina Appendix A Fee Schedule of the Code of Ordinances Plumbina Permits - Ordinance No. 3129 F.3 PU 2011 -008 Authorize the purchase of grant- funded equipment from ICX Technoloaies in the amount of $ 115,293.01 F.4 GN 2011 -016 Appointments to Namina Board G.1 Action on Anv Item Discussed in Executive Session Listed on Work Session Agenda �i�1 ►17e]:� ►i1_��[e]►I,:1►1�1:a�� #]:ice H.1 Announcements - Mavor Pro Tem Sapp H.2 Adiournment NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Mayor Oscar Trevino Agenda No. A.0 Subject: Call to Order - Mayor Trevino NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Councilman Scott Turnage Agenda No. A.1 Subject: Invocation - Councilman Turnage NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Councilman Scott Turnage Agenda No. A.2 Subject: Pledge - Councilman Turnage CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Subject: Special Presentation(s) and Recognition(s) Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. A.3 No items for this category. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. A.4 Subject: Citizens Presentation An opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on matters which are not scheduled for consideration by the City Council or another City Board or Commission at a later date. In order to address the Council, please complete a Public Meeting Appearance Card and present it to the City Secretary prior to the start of the Council meeting. The Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits deliberation by the Council of any subject which is not on the posted agenda, therefore the Council will not be able to discuss or take action on items brought up during the citizens presentation. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. A.5 Subject: Removal of Item(s) from Consent Agenda CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. B.0 Subject: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS All consent agenda items listed below are considered to be routine items deemed to require little or no deliberation by the City Council and will be voted on in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. B.1 Subject: Approval of Minutes of February 14, 2011 City Council Meeting Recommendation: To approve the minutes of the February 14, 2011 City Council Meeting. MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 — FEBRUARY 14, 2011 WORK SESSION The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in work session on the 14 day of February 2011 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Workroom prior to the 7:001 p.m. regular Council meeting. Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor Ken Sapp Mayor Pro Tem, Council, Place 2 John Lewis Council, Place 1 Tom Lombard Council, Place 3 Tim Barth Council, Place 4 David Whitson Council, Place 5 Scott Turnage Council, Place 6 Tim Welch Council, Place 7 Staff Members: Mark Hindman City Manager Jared Miller Assistant City Manager Karen Bostic Assistant City Manager Jimmy Perdue Director of Public Safety Mike Curtis Managing Director Vickie Loftice Managing Director Patricia Hutson City Secretary George Staples City Attorney Dana Alden Assistant to City Manager Mary Peters Public Information Officer John Pitstick Director of Planning & Development Larry Koonce Finance Director Mark Mills Budget Director Andy Jones Fire Chief Craig. Hulse Economic Development Director Gregory VanNieuwenhuize Assistant Public Works Director Mike Hamlin Assistant Police Chief Jamie Brockway Purchasing Manager Angel Bellard Utility Service Manager Call to Order Mayor Trevino called the work session to order at 5 p.m. A.1 Discuss Items from Regular Citv Council Meetinq There were no questions from the Council. A.2 Recreation Center Namina Recommendation Councilman Turnage, Naming Board Chair, advised the Naming Board met and considered five names selected by BrandEra for the recreation center. The five names were also presented to the Park and Recreation Board. The name being recommended to Council by the Naming Board was also selected by the Park and Recreation Board as the preferred name for City Council consideration. Ms. Vickie Loftice, Managing Director, advised BrandEra a branding and communications firm, was selected by the City to assist with the naming, logo, branding strategic positioning and marketing /communications plan for the new Recreation Center. Ms. Loftice introduced Beth Owens from Brand Era. Ms. Owens presented a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the process for the development of the name and presented the recommended name along with logo development possibilities for the name. The name recommended to Council for consideration was "NRH Union Centre ". Four possible logos were also presented. After discussion and input from the Council, the majority of the Council members were supportive of the name. A.3 Water and Wastewater Rate Studv Mr. Larry Koonce, Finance Director, introduced the item. Council was advised the last rate study was completed in 2005. A three -year phase in of rates was implemented with the last rate increase going into effect in 2008. The City contracted with Mr. Reed to determine revenue requirements from water and wastewater customers to meet the cost of services for fiscal years 2411, 2012 and 2013. Mr. Koonce introduced Mr. Keith Reed of Reed Municipal Services. Mr. Keith Reed, Reed Municipal Services. 1101 Crowley Road, Arlington, presented a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the results of his analysis of cost of services. Mr. Reed presented to Council recommended rates for each water and wastewater customer class, the effect the proposed changes will have on customers and a rate comparison survey of surrounding cities. Council was advised the current water rate structure did not promote conservation. Proposed is a rate structure that will promote conservation by adding an irrigation step rate. Council questioned the feasibility of adding a third step to reduce further the overall usage of water. Council also discussed water bills showed usage in cubic feet and questioned whether the City's software would allow the conversion of water usage from cubic feet to gallons. Staff will check to see if the water usage can be shown on customer bills in gallons. The consensus of the Council was for Staff to continue moving forward and bring the issue back as a discussion item during budget planning. The rate changes will be incorporated into the FY 2011 -12 budget and after budget deliberations, Council will consider an ordinance with the three -year rates to go into effect in the fall of 2011. A.4 North Richland Hills Police Department 2010 Annual Report Mr. Jimmy Perdue, Director of Public Safety, presented a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the Police Department's Annual Report for 2010. There was a slight increase in crime compared to 2009 but comparative data over the past five years indicates the numbers are in line with the overall trend. During 2010 there was continued improvement in both efficiency and effectiveness in serving the community. Chief Perdue highlighted the 2010 accomplishments and upcoming projects. A.5 Police Department Racial Profiling Annual Report Chief Perdue, Director of Public Safety, presented to Council the 2010 Racial Profiling Report. Alex del Carmen, PH.D., of Del Carmen Consulting was hired to analyze the data. The 2010 report shows the Department to be consistent in the racial /ethnic composition of motorists it comes in contact with each year. Two racial profiling complaints were receiving during 2010 and all were determined to be unfounded. A.6 Quarterly Financial Status Report Mr. Mark Mills, Budget Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the City's Quarterly Financial Status for the period ending December 31, 2010. Information was presented on the major operating funds and their revenue and expenditures to date in relation to expectations. A.7 Quarterly Capital Improvement Proiect Status Report Mr. Mark Mills, Budget Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation updating Council on the status of the following capital improvement projects: • Honey Lane Phase I and II • Rufe Snow Drive Improvements (Mid Cities to Hightower) • Shady Grove Road Street Improvements (Davis to Clay- Hibbins) • Signalization at Davis Boulevard and Creek View Drive • Boulevard 26 Multi -Use Trail There were no questions from Council. B.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION - The Citv Council may enter into closed Executive Session to discuss the followina as authorized by Chapter 551. Texas Government Code B.1 Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.072, Texas Government Code to Deliberate the Lease of Citv Pror)ertv (Mineral Leases) B.2 Executive Session: Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code for Consultation with Attornev reaardina Pendina Litiaation - 1 ) Hometown Urban Partners. Ltd. vs. Citv of North Richland Hills (No. 096- 236530-x9): 2) Arcadia Land Partners 25 Ltd., et al vs. Citv of North Richland Hills (No. 067 - 241297 -09): 3) Venue at Hometown vs. Citv of North Richland Hills, et al (No. 352 - 237213 -09) Mayor Trevino announced at 6:41 p.m. that the Council would convene into Executive Session as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, pursuant to Section 551.072 to deliberate the lease of city property (mineral leases) and Section 551.0171 for consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation - 1) Hometown Urban Partners, Ltd. vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 096 - 236530 -09); 2) Arcadia 'Land Partners 25 Ltd., et al vs. City of North Richland Hills (No. 067 - 241297 -09); 3) Venue at Hometown vs. City of North Richland Hills, et al (No. 352 - 237213 -09). C.0 Adiournment Mayor Trevino announced at 7:00 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to the regular Council meeting. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING A.0 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order February 14, 2011 at 7:06 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor Ken Sapp Mayor Pro Tern, Council, Place 2 John Lewis Council, Place 1 Tom Lombard Council, Place 3 Tim Barth Council, Place 4 David Whitson Council, Place 5 Scott Turnage Council, Place 6 Tim Welch Council, Place 7 Staff Mark Hindman Jared Miller Karen Bostic Jimmy Perdue Mike Curtis Vickie Loftice Patricia Hutson George Staples City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager Director of Public Safety Managing Director Managing Director City Secretary Attorney A. 1 INVOCATION Councilman Whitson gave the invocation. A.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Whitson led the pledge of allegiance. A.3 SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S) AND RECOGNITION(S) - KEEP NRH BEAUTIFUL GREEN CAMPUS AWARDSIENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION GRANTS Ms. Doris Tipps, Keep NRH Beautiful Commission member and Councilman Barth presented the 2011 Green Campus Awards to representatives from the following schools Holiday Heights Elementary, North Ridge Elementary, Richland High School, Smithfield Middle School, The Academy at Carrie F. Thomas Elementary and Walker Creek Elementary. The Green Campus Award winners received $150.00 to be used toward beautification of their school campus. Ms. Doris Tipps and Councilman Barth presented the following 2011 Environmental Education Grants: • Holiday Heights Elementary — Outdoor Learning Center $1,000 • North Richland Middle School — Hummingbird Garden Planting $ 220 • Richland High School — Baseball Facility Landscaping $ 400 • The Academy at Carrie F. Thomas — Irrigation $380 A.4 CITIZENS PRESENTATION None. A.5 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. B.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED B.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 24, 2011 CITY COUNCIL MEETING B.2 PU 2011 -005 AUTHORIZE INTER -LOCAL PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CHINA GROVE B.3 PU 2011 -006 RENEW ANNUAL CONTRACT WITH VMC LANDSCAPING SERVICE FOR THE PARKS MOWING SERVICES B.4 GN 2011 -011 AUTHORIZE CITY OF HURST PRECINCT LINE ROAD PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES AGREEMENT - RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -007 B.5 GN 2011 -012 AUTHORIZE TEXAS GOVERNOR'S OFFICE CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAMS COMPETITIVE GRANT - RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -008 MAYOR PRO TEM SAPP MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7 -0. C.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS C.1 ZC 2010 -09 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM DARRELL JOHNSON AND ROBERT CRUEY FOR A ZONING CHANGE FROM C -2 COMMERCIAL TO U INSTITUTIONAL ON TRACT 9V, ABSTRACT 1606 LOCATED AT 4247 ROAD TO THE MALL. (2.993 ACRES) - ORDINANCE NO. 3126 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Darrell Johnson, representing Northgate Church, applicant, requested approval of a zoning change on a 2.993 acre parcel from C -2 (Commercial) to U (School, Church, Institutional) for the purpose of constructing a church. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Planning, summarized the request and presented the recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Churches are permitted in any zoning district. A zoning change more accurately reflects the use of the property and will permit a twenty -five foot setback from residential zones as opposed to the thirty -foot setback required with all other zones. The zoning change will also allow for flexibility in future signage options. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request by a vote of 7 -0. Mayor Trevino called for comments from those in favor of or opposition to the request. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD MOVED TO APPROVE ZC 2010 -09, ORDINANCE NO. 3126. COUNCILMAN BARTH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7 -0. C.2 ZC 2410 -10 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM BEN JOHNSON TO REVISE AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD 61) FOR WEST HIGHTOWER PLACE ADDITION LOCATED IN THE 6840 BLOCK OF HIGHTOWER DRIVE - ORDINANCE NO. 3127 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Ben Johnson, 1712 Oak Knoll Drive. Colleyville, applicant presented his request to revise an existing residential planned development. Mr. Johnson advised he was not asking to revise the standards or ask for concessions that would impact the quality of the development but was before Council to present his argument for the viability of the subdivision as the market now exists. Since the time the project began in 2006 and was approved in 2007 conditions have changed in the economy and housing industry. Mr. Johnson explained that the lots served by the alley with the rear entry garages were marketable, but the other lots (59 lots) with front access, rear entry detached garage are not viable in today's market. Elimination of the rear detached garages will require a plat revision from a 1 and 9 foot side setbacks to a 5 and 5 foot side setback. Staff supported the request with the requirement that only 25 of the lots be converted to front entry garages at this time and that all front entry tots be required to have staggered front main building setbacks of 15 and 20 feet with no more than two identical setbacks on adjacent lots. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a maximum of 30 lots to be converted to front entry garages. Mr. Johnson explained that if not all of the lots are converted at one time, he will need to come back numerous times to flip flop the lots as the lots are marketed. Mr. Johnson also explained that limiting it to no more than two with the same setbacks would not enhance the viability and would restrict the size of backyards. Mr. Johnson felt the curve a linear of the streets will prevent the appearance of uniformity. Mr. Johnson responded to questions from Council advising that the architectural standards that are part of the ordinance will ensure the quality of the development and the standards presented will be met. Mr. Johnson advised he had an architectural review committee and explained his role in the committee. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Planning, summarized the case and presented the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. The applicant proposes to make several changes to the house plans. The primary change is moving from a rear and side detached garage to a front entry attached garage on a majority of the lots. The proposed new development has only 39% of the lots with rear entry. Eliminating the rear detached garage product requires a plat revision from a 1 and 9 foot side setbacks to a 5 and 5 foot setback. It also includes the elimination of small open space areas which would be incorporated into adjoining lots. The major open space common areas will be maintained including 17% of the subdivision. The application includes a stipulation for all front entry garages to be setback a minimum of 5 feet behind the main building and all front entry garages have two single garage doors with doors made of wood or simulated wood with raised decorated accent panels. Staff initially recommended approval of the request with the stipulation that only 25 lots of the 59 lots be allowed to be converted to front entry garages at this time and that all front entry lots be required to have staggered main building setbacks of 15 and 20 feet with no more than two identical setbacks on adjacent lots. Once the initial 25 front entry lots have been constructed, staff would support additional revisions to the planned development to allow the city to review further building changes based on market conditions and quality building and architectural controls at that time. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a maximum of 30 lots to be converted to front entry garages with the stipulation that all allowed front entry lots be required to have staggered front main building setbacks of 15 and 20 feet with no more than two identical setbacks on adjacent lots. Staff supports the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no questions from Council. Mayor Trevino called for comments from those in favor of or opposition to the request. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. MAYOR PRO TEM SAPP MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3127 WITH THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS - 1 ) TO HAVE CONSISTENT SETBACKS ON LOTS BUT THAT TO MAINTAIN THE APPEARANCE AND AESTHETIC NATURE OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD THAT DRIVEWAYS AND THE ARCHITECTURE PLANS ARE TO BE ALIGNED IN SUCH A WAY TO CREATE VARIETY AND THE ELIMINATION OF A ROW HOUSE LOOK; 2) REQUIRE CORNER LOTS TO HAVE SIDE ENTRY GARAGES AND 3) TO ACCOMMODATE THE CHANGES IN THE MARKET AND THE VIABILITY OF THE PROJECT ALL OF THE LOTS BE APPROVED. COUNCILMAN WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. Councilman Whitson requested clarification on the motion. Councilman Whitson questioned if the motion included those lots serviced by alleys. Mayor Pro Tem Sapp clarified that it was only those lots with front access (59 lots). (NOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7 -0. C.3 TR 2411 -01 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO SECTIONS 118 -631 "TABLE OF PERMITTED USES" AND 118 -001 "DEFINITIONS" OF THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ZONING ORDINANCE. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS INCLUDE THE ADDITION OF THE FOLLOWING TWO PREVIOUSLY UNLISTED USES TO THE TABLE: DRIVE - THROUGH RETAIL BUILDINGS (LESS THAN 1,440 SQUARE FEET) AND ALTERNATIVE FINANCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS (CHECK CASHING, PAYDAY ADVANCE OR LOAN BUSINESS, MONEY TRANSFER BUSINESS OR CAR TITLE LOAN BUSINESS) AS WELL AS THE DEFINITIONS OF THESE USES - ORDINANCE NO. 3128 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Planning & Development presented the item. Request is to amend the permitted land use table by adding a listing for 1) a special use permit for smaller drive through buildings less than 1,400 square feet in the CS (Community Services)) HC (Heavy Commercial) 11 (Light Industrial) and 12 (Medium Industrial) zoning districts; and 2) a special use permit for alternative financial establishments in the 12 (Medium Industrial) zoning district. Definitions for alternative financial establishments are included in the proposed ordinance. Mayor Trevino called for comments from those in favor of or opposition to the request. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE MOVED TO APPROVE TR 2011 -01, ORDINANCE NO. 3128. COUNCILMAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7 -0. D.0 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Items to follow do not require a public hearing No items for this category. E.0 PUBLIC WORKS No items for this category. F.0 GENERAL ITEMS No items for this category. G.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS G.1 ACTION ON ANY ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON WORK SESSION AGENDA B.1 DELIBERATE THE LEASE OF CITY PROPERTY (MINERAL LEASES) Mr. Jared Miller, Assistant City Manager, presented the item. The City received an offer from Chesapeake Energy to lease approximately 3.77 acres of minerals under five small tracts in three separate locations for a bonus of $5,250 per acre with a three -year lease term and 25% royalties. The City will receive a bonus of $19,792.50. Two of the tracts, totaling 0.33 acres, are located on Green Valley Drive near Davis Boulevard. Two of the tracts, totaling 2.88 acres are located south of Amundson Drive near Simmons Road. The final tract, 0.56 acres, is located at the southwest corner of Chapman Road and Central Avenue. COUNCILMAN LOMBARD MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OIL AND GAS LEASE FOR APPROXIMATELY 3.77 ACRES OF PROPERTY. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 7 -0. H.0 INFORMATION AND REPORTS HA ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilman Welch made the following announcements. Registration is underway for Camp NRH, which will be held at the NRH Recreation Center March 14th through 18th during Spring Break. A Tennis Camp and an Art Camp are also being offered during Spring Break. All 3 camps are open to children ages 6 to 12. For more details, please call the Recreation Center at 817- 427 -6600. The NRH Fire Department conducts CPR classes each month for the community. The next class is scheduled from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, February 17th. The cost is $25. The CPR classes are American Heart Association approved and each participant will receive a book and course completion card. To register or get more details, please c a l l 817- 427 -6901. Kudos Korner — Staff, NRH Public Library. A note was received in the library book drop thanking the City and all of the staff at the NRH Public Library for providing such splendid library resources, especially in the children's department. "My 5 year old and love this library and the large collection of books and DVDs. Thank you so much ", the note said. On February 4, 2011, the City received an email thanking a member of the City of North Richland Hills team for helping get his vehicle unstuck from the icefall in the recent winter storm. The resident noted that the man was wearing a tuxedo and he told him he was on his way to represent the City of North Richland Hills at a Super Bowl event in Fort Worth. The resident wrote, "You drove away before I could thank you for your kind civic duty helping me get my truck unstuck. Hope you enjoyed the Super Bowl get- together. Thanks so much for your help." It turns out to be that the person providing assistance was none other than our own Mayor, Oscar Trevino. Thanks for setting such a great example and extending the definition of civic duty. H.2 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m. Oscar Trevino — Mayor ATTEST; Patricia Hutson, City Secretary CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Manager's Office Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: George Staples Agenda No. D.2 Subject: GN 2011-017 Authorize Replacement Deed Summarv: This is a request for Council approval of a replacement deed to Mr. Nick Adams for the purchase of 4800 Nevada Trail. General Descrir)tion: Recently City staff discovered that a home located at 4800 Nevada Trail was still listed on TAD records as belonging to the City of North Richland Hills. A search of City records indicated that the City had acquired the property at one time, but had sold the property to Mr. Nick Adams in 1993. For some unknown reason this property was never recorded with Tarrant County and was continued to be listed as belonging to the City of North Richland Hills. Mr. Adams was contacted and confirmed that he had purchased the property in 1993. He gave City staff documents and a copy of money orders which reflected that he had purchased the property. City staff also located documents in the city's possession which confirmed that Mr. Adams should have received a deed to the property in 1993. City Attorney George Staples has prepared a backdated deed, dated for 1993 when all records indicate Mr. Adams acquired the property, which the City will have recorded at our expense to make sure the property is out of our name. After recording, Tarrant Appraisal District will be able to assess for the many years Mr. Adams has not paid any property taxes on this piece of property. Recommendation: Authorize City Manager to execute the deed to Nick Adams. NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY RIGHTS: IF YOU ARE A NATURAL PERSON, YOU MAY REMOVE OR STRIKE ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM ANY INSTRUMENT THAT TRANSFERS AN INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY BEFORE IT IS FILED FOR RECORD IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS: YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER. Special Warranty Deed Date: November 10, 1993 Grantor: THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Grantor's Mailing Address: THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 7301 N.E. Loop 820 North Richland Hills, TX 76184 Tarrant County Grantee: NICK ADAMS Grantee's Mailing Address: 3315 Denton Highway Haltom City, Texas 76117 Consideration: $21,504 and other good and valuable, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged. Property (including any improvements): Lot 32 -R, Block G of the Richland Oafs Addition to the City of North Richland Hills, Tarrant County, Texas. Exceptions to Conveyance and Warranty: Validly existing easements, rights -of -way, and prescriptive rights, whether of record or not; all presently recorded and validly existing restrictions, reservations, covenants, conditions, oil and gas leases, mineral interests, and water interests outstanding in persons other than Grantor, and other instruments, other than conveyances of the surface fee estate, that affect the Property; validly existing rights of adjoining owners in any walls and fences situated on a common boundary; any discrepancies, conflicts, or shortages in area or boundary lines; any encroachments or overlapping of improvements; and taxes, which Grantee assumes and agrees to pay, and subsequent assessments for that and prior years due to change in land usage, ownership, or both, the payment of which Grantee assumes. Grantor, for the Consideration and subject to the Reservations from Conveyance and the Exceptions to Conveyance and Warranty, grants, sells, and conveys to Grantee the Property, together with all and singular the rights and appurtenances thereto in any way belonging, to have and to hold it to Grantee and Grantee's heirs, successors, and assigns forever. Grantor binds Grantor and Grantor's heirs and successors to warrant and forever defend all and singular the Property to Grantee and Grantee's heirs, successors, and assigns against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming or to claim the same or any part thereof when the claim is by, through, or under Grantor but not otherwise, except as to the Reservations from Conveyance and the Exceptions to Conveyance and Warranty. As a material part of the Consideration for this deed, Grantor and Grantee agree that Grantee is taking the Property "AS IS" with any and all latent and patent defects and that there is no warranty by Grantor that the Property has a particular financial value or is fit for a particular purpose. Grantee acknowledges and stipulates that Grantee is not relying on any representation, statement, or other assertion with respect to the Property condition, except as to those stated in the written contract of sale between the parties but is, except as to such representations, relying on Grantee's examination of the Property. Grantee takes the Property with the express understanding and stipulation that there are no express or implied warranties except for limited warranties of title set forth in this deed and those representations in the contract of sale which survive closing. To the extent that Grantor has previously executed a deed to Grantee for this property which has not been recorded, this instrument shall be deemed a replacement for such prior instrument. When the context requires, singular nouns and pronouns include the plural. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Mark Hindman, City Manager STATE OF TEXAS 10111"ON was) a F1 C4: 1 111211 This instrument was acknowledged before me on February _, 2011, by Mark Hindman, City Manager for the City of North Richland Hills. Notary Public, State of Texas My commission expires: AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: George A. Staples Taylor, Olson, Adkins, Sralla & Elam, LLP 6000 'Western Place, Suite 200 Fort North, TX 76107 PREPARED IN THE LAW OFFICES OF: George A. Staples Taylor, Olson, Adkins, Sralla & Elam, LLP 6000 Western Place, Suite 200 Fort Worth, TX 761.07 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. C.0 Subject: PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Manager's Office Presented by: Dana Alden Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. C.1 Subject: GN 2011 -013 Conduct a Public Hearing for the 37th Year Community Block Grant Program Summarv: In 1996, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) designated the City of North Richland Hills as a metropolitan city to receive direct entitlement of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. On June 24, 1996 the City Council accepted the direct entitlement designation and entered into an agreement with Tarrant County for the administration of the City's CDBG program. As a result of the direct entitlement designation, the City is awarded an annual grant on a formula basis to help provide a wide range of community development activities. CDBG funds are used in the revitalization of neighborhoods, economic development, and to provide public facilities and services for low to moderate income persons. Eligible CDBG projects include construction or rehabilitation of homes, basic infrastructure development such as water /sewer facilities, streets, and other programs that target designated areas or persons. The programs /projects selected by the City must fall in the geographic target area identified by the most recent census (2010 Census) as being an area with low to moderate income persons. Each program year, the City must prepare and submit a CDBG program outlining the use of these funds in accordance with HUD guidelines. Staff has prepared a program for the 37 CDBG program year that proposes a total of $246,091 to use the 37 Year CDBG funds as follows: $200,091 for the design and replacement of a portion of the sanitary sewer line for the 3900 and 4000 blocks of Scruggs Drive (approximately 1200 linear feet between Glenview on the north and Harmonson on the south). This portion of the sewer line is being proposed as the City's 37 Year CDBG Project because the line has collapsed in a couple of locations and is badly deteriorated. It requires regular maintenance. $45,000 to be allocated and used for the rehabilitation of residential homes located within the target area identified by the most recent census as being low to moderate income. As Tarrant County CDBG staff is completely responsible for administering this home rehabilitation effort, the location and number of housing rehabilitation projects will be determined by Tarrant County at a later time. It is anticipated that roughly two to three homes will be affected depending on the scope and scale of needed improvements. HUD requires that a public hearing be held so that the City can receive comments and input from citizens regarding the 37 Year CDBG program project. Recommendation: To conduct the public hearing and receive public comments regarding the 37 Year CDBG program. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Manager's Office Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. C.2 Subject: GN 2011 -014 Approve 37th Year (201112012) Community Development Block Grant Program - Resolution No. 2011 -009. (This item is not a public hearing but related to Item C -1). Summarv: Following the public hearing it is necessary for City Council to take action regarding the project (s) to include in the 37 Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Tarrant County and the City of North Richland Hills have entered into a joint agreement whereby Tarrant County is given the authority to administer the program. Staff has prepared a program for the 37 CDBG program year that proposes a total of $245,091 to use the 37 Year CDBG funds as follows: $200,091 for the design and replacement of a portion of the sanitary sewer line for the 3900 and 4000 blocks of Scruggs Drive (approximately 1200 linear feet between Glenview on the north and Harmonson on the south). This portion of the sewer line is being proposed as the City's 37 Year CDBG Project because the line has collapsed in a couple of locations and is badly deteriorated. It requires regular maintenance. $45,000 to be allocated and used for the rehabilitation of residential homes located within the target area identified by the most recent census as being low to moderate income. As Tarrant County CDBG staff is completely responsible for administering this home rehabilitation effort, the location and number of housing rehabilitation projects will be determined by Tarrant County at a later time. It is anticipated that roughly two to three homes will be affected depending on the scope and scale of needed improvements. Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2001 -009. RH RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -009 WHEREAS, the City of North Richland Hills will receive direct entitlement of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the 37 (2011/2012) CDBG program year and WHEREAS, the schedule below represents the City's requested program for the 37 Year (2011/2012) CDBG program year; and Proiect $200,091.00 Replacement of 1200 linear feet of sanitary sewer line at the 3900 and 4000 Blocks of Scruggs from Harmonson on the south to Glenview Road on the north. Housing Rehabilitation Projects $ 45,000.00 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: SECTION 1. THAT the schedule above represents the City's CDBG program for the 37 funding year, 2011/2012. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 28th day of February, 2011. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 13 Oscar Trevino, Mayor F-A00 16 Patricia Hutson, City Secretary FA U >:T6] ►1=I D7-1m-'t C9l ;191 N t51,1►19l11 x0:141 Wil George A. Staples, City Attorney CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. D.0 Subject: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Items to follow do not require a public hearing. No items for this category. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. E.0 Subject: PUBLIC WORKS CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Public Works Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Gregory Van Nieuwenhuize Agenda No. E.1 Subject: PW 2011 -004 Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. in the amount of $78,000 for the Davis Boulevard and Mid - Cities Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project (ST0401) Summarv: The City Council is being asked to amend an existing professional services contract for the CIP Project identified as "Davis Blvd /Mid- Cities Blvd Intersection [TEA 21]" in the Capital Projects Budget. General Descrir)tion: In June of 2008, the Council awarded a professional services agreement to Freese and Nichols, Inc. ( "FNI ") for the Davis Boulevard and Mid - Cities Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project. The intent of the project is to add capacity at this intersection. The project will add capacity by replacing the single left turning movements with double left turning movements, dedicating right turn lanes at each corner of the intersection (presently this condition exists for only two corners) and preserving the three (3) through lanes in all four (4) directions. Because Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) is a state roadway, TxDOT would be very involved with the design and construction of this project. In July of 2008, the representatives from the City's Public Works Department, FNI and TxDOT conducted a "kickoff meeting" in order to address each entities expectations of and requirements for the project. One of staff's and FNI's main concerns was that all entities be on the same sheet of music regarding the design criteria of this project. TxDOT has two (2) sets of criteria for their on- system roadways. One set of criteria is indicated as "desirable "; the other set of criteria is indicated as "minimum ". Criteria in the "desirable" category (design speed limit, lane widths, parkway widths, median widths, etc.) are more conducive for a new roadway and/or roadways in rural areas. Criteria in the "minimum" category are more conducive for the reconstruction of an existing roadway in a developed or urban area. An example of this difference can be seen in the difference between the "desirable lane width" and the "minimum lane width" — the "desirable lane width" is 12 ft. while the "minimum lane width" is 10 ft. [(Staff is requesting that the lane width along Davis Boulevard in this area be at 11.5 ft. which is consistent with the lane width of Davis (Boulevard from Emerald Hills Way to Southlake Boulevard (FM 1709)]. During the course of the project's design, staff has requested that TxDOT consider their "minimum" criteria for some items and in other items staff requested TxDOT to consider something less than their "desirable" criteria, but never less than TxDOT's "minimum" criteria (an example of this is the above indicated lane width request). Through various discussions, back and forth reviews, etc. that staff conducted with TxDOT's North Tarrant Area Office, almost all of the design criteria had been agreed upon. However, the Fort Worth District Office of TxDOT did not possess the same opinion as their North Tarrant Area Office. As a result of complying with the requirements requested by the Fort Worth District Office, it appears additional Right -of -Way will need to be obtained, additional utility relocations will need to occur, etc. As Council may recall, during last year's budget workshop, staff apprised the Council of this situation. At the same time, staff also requested that the North Central Texas Council of Governments ( "NCTCOG ") allocate additional funds to this project. These additional funds were requested to accommodate additional engineering design costs and the corresponding construction costs as a result of having to comply with the change in criteria requirements being mandated. To date, the current FY Capital Projects Budget reflects both the additional funding that the Council allocated to this project and the additional funding that staff was able to obtain through NCTCOG. Regarding the additional design requirements, Freese and Nichols, Inc. has provided staff with a proposed amendment that addresses the additional work required of them in order to comply with TxDOT's requirements. This amendment has been reviewed by the City Attorney and he sees no problems with it. As indicated above, there is sufficient funding in the current Capital Projects Budget for this Amendment. Recommendation: Approve the Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. in the amount of $78,000 for the Davis Boulevard and Mid- Cities Boulevard Intersection Improvements Project. Davis Blvdl Mid - Cities Blvd Intersection [TEA-21] \I/ il -Zia h ! RICHLAND HILLS Project Locator Map Fm Client: City of North Richland Hills 7301 N.E. Loop 820 North Richland Hills, Texas 76180 Attn: Glenn Smith CONTRACT CHANGE AUTHORIZATION FORM AMENDMENT No. 1 FNI Project No.: NRHOS279 Client Contract Ref,: Rate: December 22, 2009 Project Description: North Davis B Mid - Cities Blvd. Intersection Description of Services AddedlDeleted* • Waterline Relocations Design Y-- See Attachment A • Geotechnical Services -HVJ prepared a draft report in December 2008 and finalized it in March 2009. TxDOT is requiring a format change (based on guidelines implemented in Oct 2009, after project start arid submittal ). Additional fee is required to complete the revisions necessary to satisfy TxDOT. • TxDOT changes and schedule delays o Added schematic submittal to TxDOT after submittal of 30% plans to TxDOT. FNI had proceeded without a schematic submittal as directed by TxDOT at the kick off meeting. This change in process caused rework and substantial schedule delays. • Submitted schematic twice and responded to comments • Prepared traffic signal exhibit • Assisted City with documentation to respond to TxDOT requests including multiple exhibits for ROW and various design options related to pavement geometrics. Also prepared multiple construction cost estimates related to design options. Compensation shall be adjusted as follows: Compensation for the items above shall be on a lump sum basis as follows: Water line design $34,900 Geotechnical Services $ 2,300 Section 3 $40,8:00 TOTAL $78,000 Original Contract $314,500 Amendment Amount $ 18,000 Revised Total Contract $392,500 e Schedule shall be adjusted as follows: FNI agrees to complete services per the project schedule. The alcove described services shall proceed upon return of this Contract Change Authorization. Services will be billed as they are dome. Ail other provisions, terns, and conditions of the agreement for services which are not expressly amended shall remain in full force and effect. ❑ A contract modification will be submitted. 21 This Contract Change Authorization will serve as contract modification. FREEEdclaH. ICHOL , IN f� CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Y: "' e BY: tlev Print or Type Name TITLE: Princioal DATE: 1 2 - fir TITLE: DATE: 1701 N MARKET STREET, SUITE 500 LB 51 1 DALLAS, TEXAS 78202.2001 1 TELEPHONE! 216 - 711 -2200 FAX: 214 - 217 -2201 ATTACHMENT A SCOPE OF SERVICES NORTH RICHLAND HILLS N DAVIS & MID- CITIES BLVD INTERSECTION WATER LINE DESIGN Provide engineering design services for the relocation of the existing 8 ", 12 ", and 16" Cite of North Richland Hills waterlines in association with the N. Davis & Mid - Cities Blvd.. Roadway Improvements Project. The design shall include the following waterlines:. 1. Up to 900 If of 8" waterline along the west side of Davis Blvd. 2. 140 If of 12" waterline crossing Davis Blvd. 3. Up to 950 If of 16" waterline along the east side of Davis Blvd. 4. Associated bored steel casings for crossing Davis and Mid- Cities. The scope of services shall include the following: 1. Prepare 30% design plans and opinion of probable construction cost. The plans will include horizontal layout and notes for the waterline relocations, connections to existing waterlines, bored steel casings, gate valves, air release valves, and blowoff valves. The 30 % design will be included in the Roadway Improvements 60 % design set. 2. Attend submittal review meeting with the City and receive City and TxDOT comments. 3. .Prepare 90%a design plans, technical specifications, opinion of probable construction cost, and bid proposal form. The plans will include general notes sheet, dimensional control :sheet, plan and profile sheets for the waterline relocations, any required special details sheets, and standard detail sheets. The 90 % design will be included in the Roadway Improvements 90 % design set.. 4. Attend submittal review meeting with the City and receive City and TxDOT comments, 5, Based, upon comments received from the City and TxDOT, prepare 95 % plans, technical specifications, opinion of probable construction cost, and bid proposal form. The 95% design will be included in the Roadway Improvements 95% design set. 6, Based upon comments received from the City and TxDOT, prepare 100% (Final) plans, technical specifications, opinion of probable construction cost, and bid proposal form. The Final design will be included in the Roadway Improvements Final design set. Note: It is assumed that the waterline relocations plans and specifications will be included in the construction documents for the N. Davis & Mid - Cities Blvd. Roadway Improvements, and will not be a separate construction contract. Preparation of construction documents for a separate construction contract will be considered additional services. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. F.0 Subject: GENERAL ITEMS CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: (Fleet Services Presented by: Thomas Powell Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. F.1 Subject: PU 2011 -007 Revise the FY 2010/2011 Capital Projects Budget, Approve the purchase of Frazer Ambulance from Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep in the amount of $170,200 and Authorize the City Manager to Sign Grant Amendment with the North Central Texas Council of Governments for the On -Road Heavy -Duty Replacement and Repower Program - Resolution No. 2011 -006 Summarv: This item is for the approval of additional funding under the On -Road Heavy -Duty Replacement and Repower Program administered by the North Central Texas Council of Governments. Additional funding under the original grant has been awarded to assist with the purchase of a new ambulance to replace a 1096 year -model ambulance scheduled to be replaced in the 2011 -12 Budget. In order to accommodate this purchase, it will be necessary to revise the FY 2010/2011 Capital Projects Budget. General Descrir)tion: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) grant funding in the amount of $188,850 was approved during (Fiscal Year 2009/2010. These funds were approved to assist with the purchase of a Fire Department ambulance and pumper truck. Only $171,850 of the original grant was utilized, leaving an available balance of $17,000. In February 2011, the original grant funding was increased by $33,000 to $221,8501 resulting in a total available balance of $50,000. This balance can be used to assist with the replacement of a 1996 year - model ambulance, which is currently scheduled to be replaced during Fiscal Year 201112012. The deadline for completing the purchase and submitting the reimbursement paperwork is September 1, 2011. In order to satisfy the deadline requirements and take advantage of the $50,000, it will be necessary to purchase the ambulance prior to the end of Fiscal Year 201012011. A revision to the Fiscal Year 2010111 Capital Projects Budget has been included. The available $50,000 is 25 % of the estimated $200,000 replacement cost. It will be necessary to issue additional Certificates of Obligation in the amount of $150,000 to cover the remaining funding requirements. The initial purchase of the ambulance will be from the fleet reserve account until such time reimbursement is made from the grant and certificates of obligation from the 2011 bond sale. Due to the importance of standardization for emergency vehicles, Frazer ambulances built in Houston, Texas have been utilized for 10 years. The City of North Richland Hills is a member of the Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard). The BuyBoard quote #6802A in the amount of $179,200.00 was submitted by Frazer, Ltd for a new 14' ambulance module built on a Dodge chassis. Frazer submitted the quote through Dallas Dodge Chrysler deep, their licensed franchise dealer. The estimated delivery date is July 2011. The remaining balance of the $200,000 will be utilized for radio equipment and lettering and striping of the ambulance once it is delivered. To maintain the established replacement schedule the new ambulance will remain in a reserve status until approximately January 2012 at which time it will become a frontline unit. At this point the new unit is planned to be placed at Fire Station 2. The Local Government Code states that purchases made through a cooperative purchasing agreement satisfy any state law that would require the City to solicit competitive bids. Recommendation: Revise the FY 2010/2011 Capital Projects Budget, Approve Resolution No. 2011-006 and Approve the Purchase of a Frazer Ambulance from Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep in the amount of $170,200.00. Major Capital Equipment Capital Projects Ambulance Replacement Unit 955 [2011] TE1,4PFS 1103 PROJECT DESCRIPTION & JUSTIFICATION Purchase of a new ambulance to replace unit #955 which is a 1996 year model Ford F -350. Estimated cost of the ambulance is $200,000. Twenty five percent ($50,000) of the cost of the ambulance will be funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Ad_ On -Road Heavy - Duty Duel Project grant. The Fire Department runs three front line ambulances and maintains three in reserve status. Ambulances typically operate as front line units for six years and as reserve units for another six years. At which time the replacement ambulance is placed into front line service, unit #973, a 2006 year model ambulance, will be transferred from front line service to reserve status_ Unit #973 will be six years old and have in excess of 90,000 miles on it when it is transferred to reserve status in Fiscal Year 2011 -12. PROJECT STATUS Original 2010111 Original 2010111 Start Date Revision End Date Revision Engineering/Design 0112011 0212011 Construction 03/2011 0712011 Other 07/2011 09/2011 .4AVA1- 1181.1 =:4; W-1.I- %I[a]I Additional grant funding under the original grant was awarded_ These funds will be used to assist with the purchase of a new ambulance. The ambulance being replaced will be a 1996 year -model scheduled for replacement in the 2011 r2012 Budget. In order to take advantage of the available funds, the deadline for completing the purchase and submitting the reimbursement paperwork is September 1, 2011. This means the replacement ambulance to be purchased during FY2010/2011, which requires a revision to FY2010f2011 Capital Projects Budget. FINANCIAL DATA Adopted Proposed Revised Total Fundina Source Budget Thru Project Budget Thru Remaining Project 2010111 Revision 2010111 Balance Cost Prior Funding Allocations: Certificate of Obligation $D $150,000 $150,000 $0 $150,000 NCTCOG Grant D 50,000 50,000 0 50,000 Total $0 $200,000 $200,000 $0 $200,000 Proiect Expenditures Engineering $D $0 $0 $0 $0 Construction 0 200,000 200,000 0 200,000 1Total $0 $200,000 $200,000 $0 $200,000 IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET No anticipated operating impact. Annual Operating Impact I 2010 1 201 012 1 201013 1 2 01 331 01 4 1 2D1Q 015 I dal I Projected ,d,FRAZER The Leatkr in 47cmerutvr Powcerd Fh @S %todutc, February 7, 2011 Thomas Powell Director of Fleet Services City of North Richland Hills Email: tpowe)]Ca)nrhtx.com Quote #6802A- BBQARD Mr. Powell, Below is itemized pricing for one (1) Frazer 14' Generator Powered Module mounted on a Dodge Ram 4500 Cummins diesel chassis. Item 1 - 14' Modular Body on Additional Duty Dodge Ram 4500 Cummins diesel chassis $ 124,500.00 Published antions: Granning air suspension system $ 5,500.00 Dodge mounting modification $ 200.00 Heat shielding for diesel chassis $ I M0.00 Paint Type I or ` lype 111 14' module and chassis single color $ 4,450.00 3M diamond grade: conspicuity tape in Chevron pattern on rear of module including entry doors $ 1,500.00 3M diamond grade conspicuity tape on panel of exterior compartments $ 300.00 Buell dual 10" & 12" air horns with compressor $ 1,700.00 1.9 CFM fast recovery compressor in lieu of standard $ 450.00 3M Qpticom off door switch $ 1,800.00 Wig wag headlight flasher $ 325.00 Voyager back up camera and in- module camera with color LCD monitor in cab $ 1,700,00 Lighting modification from base (x5) $ 2,500,00 Federal Signal. EQ213 siren and BP -200EF speaker (All products listed in the current Federal Signal 2010 Product Catalog, in Section 2) $ 2,211.75 Paramedic Design holder PD -1 above squad bench $ 450.00 2 high powder coated aluminum "D" cylinder holder $ 150.00 Extra overhead grab rails on a Type I or Type III 14' unit $ 275.00 EVS captain's chair with built -in child safety seat $ 700.00 Engel 14 qt, refrigerator with 120VAC adapter and hasp $ 950.00 Electric door locks on module side and rear entry doors and front inside/ outside comp. with hidden switch $ 1,150.00 Cabinet aft of CPR seat on taller 12' unit or 14' unit $ 1,000.00 Single CPR seat in 14' unit $ 1,500.00 Avalon Canvas blade pouch below action wall $ 250.00 Stryker antler & bar (All products listed in the current Stryker "List Price Book" ; in Section 2) $ 654.00 Air Liquide electric oxygen system with digital monitor, includes oxygen regulator and cylinder changing wrench $ 1,275.00 Extra oxygen outlet $ 350.00 24 hour clock above rear doors in head knocker $ 300.00 3 high powder coated aluminum glove box holder/ end rail combination at end of squad bench $ 450.00 Gas hold on exterior camp. in addition to std. (each) (0) $ 500.00 Squad bench cabinet with padding on the end $ 600.00 Radio speakers in module off chassis radio with volume control $ 450.00 Install miscellaneous equipment $ 500.00 Onan diesel generator and related compartment modifications in lieu of standard. $ 9 ()00.00 Unpublished Options: Furnish and install Set -Com intercom system $ 3,500.00 Add 2nd layer of flooring and reinforcement for Stryker Power load system $ 1,500.00 Single iaydown 02 box wl special insert between it and front backboard compartment, level with top of front 110 $ 500.00 Netting on insert between laydown 02 & front backboard comp. $ 650.00 (1) 30 amp Kussmaul and (1) 20 amp Kussmaul auto - eject wl red cover on driver's side rear of module in lieu of standard $ 1,250.00 Furnish and install Plymovent exhaust rip conversion kit $ 659.25 Final inspection conference for (3) people (no overnight stay included) $ 700.00 Mechanic training trip $ 500.00 Luse Price $ 124,500.00 Published Options $ 44,640.75 Unpublished Options $ 9,2551.25 Buy Board fee $ 804.00 Total $ 179,200.00 Per TMVCC we are quoting this through our licensed franchise dealer, Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep. Please make your purchase order out to Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep (1] 50 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX 75238). Please email a copy of your purchase order and this quote to Steve Domak with Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep at sdomak @swbell.net, and to Laura Richardson at lrichardson@frazerbilL.com. Thank you for the opportunity to quote this job. If you have any questions please call me at 8818 -372- 9371. Best Regards, (: Laura Richardson Frazer. Ltd. LGR:FD N RH RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -006 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: WHEREAS, The City of North Richland Hills, Texas possesses legal authority to apply for and accept funds administered by the North Central Texas Council of Governments ( NCTCGG) for the On -Road Heavy -Duty Diesel Replacement and Repower Program, and WHEREAS, The City Council of North Richland Hills finds it in the best interest of the citizens of North Richland Hills to accept funds to provide for emergency vehicles approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce emissions from heavy -duty engines in the region, and WHEREAS, The City Manager is authorized to sign the grant amendment with the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCGG) for the On -Road Heavy -Duty Diesel Replacement and Repower Program and to accept, reject, alter, or terminate such grant on behalf of the City of North Richland Hills, and WHEREAS, The City Manager is authorized to allocate required matches of time and money established for grant entitlement and including allocations made in advance of anticipation of reimbursement from the NCTCGG. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of North Richland Hills approves execution of the grant agreement amendment with NCTCGG for the Heavy - Duty Vehicle and Equipment Grant Program in the amount $221,850.00. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 28th day of February, 2011. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS By: Oscar Trevino, Mayor ►,r■0 *16 Patricia Hutson, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: George A. Staples, City Attorney Thomas Powell, Fleet Services Director CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: Planning and Development Presented by: Dave Pendley Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. F.2 Subject: GN 2011 -015 Amending Appendix A Fee Schedule of the Code of Ordinances Plumbing Permits - Ordinance No. 3129 Summarv: Updating plumbing fees following the elimination of plumbing contractor registration fees as enacted by SB1354 during the 81 legislative Session. Consideration of Ordinance No. 3129. General Description: As a condition of obtaining building permits, all trade contractors (i.e. builders, plumbers, electricians, and HVAC contractors) must register with the city on an annual basis. The registration process is one of the key components that staff uses to protect our citizens from contractor fraud since it is impossible to pull a permit without a valid registration. The current annual fee is $89 per trade; resulting in over $2.1,000 annually in plumbing registrations alone. During the 81' Texas legislative session, SB1354 was passed into law requiring municipalities to receive and issue plumbing permits over telephone, fax or internet. The law also prohibits municipalities from charging plumbing contractors a local registration fee. The law, which went into effect on September 1, 2009, mandates a single Texas Plumbing (Board licensing fee and prohibits cities from charging their own local registration fees. However, because of inconsistent language in the text, a number of cities (including North Richland Hills) continued to charge the registration fee under the advice of their various city attorneys. At the direction of our city attorney, staff stopped collecting this fee on September 30 , 2010. In an effort to help recoup the fees that supports the staff time committed to managing plumbing registrations, staff had to consider whether to propose raising the fee of each plumbing permit by a fixed amount (approximately $25 per permit); propose an across - the -board percentage increase of each plumbing permit type (approximately 40 %); or to simply absorb the loss revenue altogether. In the end, staff concluded that a 30% across- the -board increase would be the best option. The percentage increase approach is fair to all contractors and creates less of an impact on the smaller, most frequent, permits. Staff is hopeful that the ( -10 %) difference will be made up by an increase in the number of overall plumbing permits since plumbers can pull their permits over the telephone and are no longer required to visit city hall. Fee Survey of Neighboring Cities: Staff conducted a fee survey and found that a 30% increase in plumbing permit fees would not put NRH out of line with fees currently being charged by our neighboring municipalities. Below are the prices of a typical water heater permit: Euless - $60 Hurst - $55 Haltom City - $40 Bedford - $38 Keller - $35 The permit fee for a water heater in North Richland Hills is proposed to increase from $35 to $45. The proposed ordinance also contains a housekeeping modification to Appendix A that deletes a non - refundable deposit for new residential and commercial permits which has not been collected for over a decade. The proposed changes are shown below in GREEN: ** Amend appendix A of the North Richland Code of Ordinances, Building and Building Regulations fees as follows: CHAPTER 98. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS Cnnfirn 04_ Cenctructien cf r ew rcri& — riti wl dwVlling cr naw ,.., M , mer -r� tructurc kwilging per ee $1120.04 63(4) (r-_nrcfund, &W edeposit ).: TABLE 2 MISCELLANEOUS BUILDING PERMIT FEES Miscellaneous Fees 1. Contractor's registration : Non- plumbing trades $89.00 Plumbing trades $4.00 2. Board of appeals filing fee 120.00 3. Master electrician's license (annual fee) 60.00 4. Master sign electrician's license (annual fee) 60.00 5. Journeyman electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 6. Journeyman sign electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 7. Residential wireman electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 8. Maintenance electrician's license (annual fee) 14.00 9. Reciprocal letter 14.00 10. 1st Reinspection 35.00 11. 2nd Reinspection 68.00 12. Subsequent Reinspections 114.00 ** Amend appendix A of the North Richland Code of Ordinances, Table 4 — Plumbing Fees as follows: TABLE 4 PLUMBING FEES 1. New residential/multifamily/hotels/motels--Single-family and multifamily residents, hotels and motels shall be calculated as follows: $62.59 $81.38 for the first water closet, plus $31.29 $40.88 dollars for each additional water closet. 2. Residentiallmultifamily lhotelslmotels remodel/repair--Single-family and multifamily residents, hotels and motels shall be calculated as follows $37.55 $48.82 for each bath or kitchen area per dwelling unit. 3. New eating establishments -- Restaurants, cafeterias, deli's, and similar type establishments shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: TABLE INSET: Total Gross Square Footage of Building or Lease Space Permit Fee 5,000 square foot or less 5,001 square foot or more n4 0.1091sq. ft. plus W.H $48.00 per water closet Q = 0.0941sq. ft. plus $37.55 $48.00 per water closet 4. Remodel eating establishments -- Restaurants, cafeterias, deli's, and similar type food establishments shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: TABLE INSET: Total Gross Square Footage of Building or Lease Space Permit Fee 5,000 square foot or less 5,001 square foot or more A 060 0.078 #sq. ft. plus $37.55 $48.00 per water closet A946 0.0621sq. ft. plus $37.55 $48.00 per water closet 5. Commercial structures - -New, addition, remodel, repair or tenant finish out an existing retail, commercial or industrial structure shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: TABLE INSET: Total Gross Square Footage of Permit Fee Building or Lease Space 5,000 square foot or less $9.929 /sq. ft. plus $37.55 $48.00 per water closet 5,001 -- 25,000 square foot $9.94:9 /sq. ft. plus $37.55 $48.00 per water closet 25,001 -- 50,000 square foot $9 0.0086 /sq. ft. plus $37-55 $48.00 per water closet 50,001 square foot or more $9 /sq. ft. plus $37-55 $48.00 per water closet Description of Work Permit Fee Each plumbing fixture $19.99 $13.00 Each building sewer service IQ QQ $24.00 Each septic system 42-9Q $62.00 Each private storm sewer system 6Q 99 $78.00 Each hot water heater 1000$13.00 Each swimming pool P -trap 44-99-$ Each construction trailer or mobile home service (water & sewer) 40 -9�4 $24.00 Each propane tank installation 44-99 $18.00 Each water line 44-90-$ Each temporary holding tank 44- 99-$ 18.00 Each gas piping system one to five outlets 44- 90-$ 18.00 Each gas piping system over five outlets, per outlet 4-7-9 $2.50 Repair or replacement of water piping or treating equipment, each W-94 $10 00 fixture Repair or replacement of drainage, vent or sewer piping, each x$ 10 00 fixture Each water meter $10.00 Each landscape irrigation system — Residential 499-99 $130.00 Commercial, multifamily 12500 $162.00 The following must be issued on separate permits: — Each industrial waste interceptor (grease trap /sand trap) 25- 99- 30.00 Each backflow prevention device 44- 9" 18.00 Recommendation: Approve Ordinance No. 3129. ORDINANCE NO. 3129 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A OF THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CODE OF ORDINANCES, ELIMINATING THE FEE FOR REGISTRATION OF PLUMBING CONTRACTORS AND AMENDING FEES CHARGED FOR CERTAIN PERMITS WHEREAS, the North Richland Hills City Council desires to amend certain fees charged for various activities, to eliminate fees not currently enforced and to bring fees in line with legislative amendments as recommended by city staff; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS: Section 1: THAT Appendix A of the North Richland Hills Code of ordinances is hereby amended by amending all of the charges established for CHAPTER 98. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS to read as follows: Al:►_1i9�:i�1:�:1l.1Jl1■]110 l�l■l:l�Jl� ■]I►[el i el�J�:��[•]► Section Minimum estimated cost for commercial tenant finish out or $19.00 98 -63(7) remodel (per square foot of occupied or controlled area) Building permit fees, miscellaneous building permit fees, Section mechanical fees, plumbing fees, electrical fees, fire sprinkler, 98 -92 fire alarm and other fire - related fees, platting and zoning fees, and public works fees are listed in the following eight tables: TABLE 1 BUILDING PERMIT FEES Total Valuation Fee $1.00 to $500.00 $30.00 $501.00 to $30.00 for the first $500.00 plus$3.44 for each additional $2,000.00 $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00 $2,001.00 to $81.56 for the first $2,000.00 plus $15.66 for each additional $25,000.00 $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00 $25,001.00 to $441.74 for the first $25,000.00plus $11.27 for each $50,000.00 additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00 $50,001.00 to $723.40 for the first $50,000.00plus $7.82 for each $100,000.00 additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including TABLE 2 MISCELLANEOUS BUILDING PERMIT FEES Item Fee 1. Certificate of Occupancy Application Fee: a. Change of Business Owner /Business Name $36.00 b. Change of Occupant/New Tenant 60.00 C. New Building, Addition, Tenant Finish Out 60.00 2 Residential temporary accessory building (less than 200 sq. ft) 19.00 3. $100,000.00 $100,001.00 to $1,114.63 for the first $100, 000.00plus $6.25 for each $500,000.00 additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to an including 5. $500,000.00 $500,001.00 to $3,615.92 for the first$ 500, 000.00 plus $5.31 for each $1,000,000.00 additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including 7. $1,000,000.00 $1,000,001.00 and $6,272.21 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $3.44 for each up additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof TABLE 2 MISCELLANEOUS BUILDING PERMIT FEES Item Fee 1. Certificate of Occupancy Application Fee: a. Change of Business Owner /Business Name $36.00 b. Change of Occupant/New Tenant 60.00 C. New Building, Addition, Tenant Finish Out 60.00 2 Residential temporary accessory building (less than 200 sq. ft) 19.00 3. Residential permanent accessory building valuation 4. Fences (wood, chain link, vinyl (per lot or tract) 19.00 5. Fences (masonry-per lot or tract) 60.00 6. Fences (wrought iron -per lot or tract) 19.00 7. Fences (masonry screening wall) valuation 8. Fences (subdivision walls) valuation 9. Swimming pool, inground 209.00 10. Swimming pool, aboveground 120.00 11. Portable (self - contained) spa /hot tub 60.00 12. Retaining walls (more than 4 feet in height) 36.00 13. Satellite dish (more than 36 inches in diameter) 19.00 14. Carports valuation 15. Deck/patio, without cover 19.00 16. Deck /patio, with cover valuation 17. Demolition (per building) 89.00 18. Tent (30 -day permit) 36.00 19. Carnival (approved by city council) 238.00 20. Residential garage sale 6.00 21. Temporary construction /sales trailer 60.00 22. Grading, excavation and fill 89.00 23. Revised grading plan (per platted SF lot) 120.00 24 Revised grading plan for plans not submitted with plat 298.00 application (per acre or tract) 25. Change to approved plans (minimum of one hour) 60.00 /hour 26. Change contractor of record 30.00 Paving/concrete (for projects not included with a building permit) 1. Drive approach, new or replacement (ROW per approach) $30.00 2. driveway, new or replacement (residential- private property) 19.00 3. Sidewalk, new or replacement (within ROW) 30.00 4 Commercial parking lot (adding surface area or change in valuation grading patterns) Signs Permit Fees 1. Permanent, 1 to 50 square feet in area $60.00 2. Permanent, 51 to 100 square feet in area 120.00 3. Permanent, 101 to 200 square feet in area 238.00 4. Permanent, 201 to 300 square feet in area 357.00 5. Permanent, 301 square feet and over (per square foot) 2.00 6. Portable sign 60.00 7. Banner sign 60.00 8. Weekend advertising registration (per year) 60.00 9. Digital billboard conversion of legal non - conforming' billboard 1,500.00 Digital billboard -- Annual 200.00 !'Miscellaneous Fees 1. Contractor's registration : Non- plumbing trades $89.00 Plumbing trades $0.00 2. Board of appeals filing fee 120.00 3. Master electrician's license (annual fee) 60.00 4. Master sign electrician's license (annual fee) 60.00 5. Journeyman electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 6. Journeyman sign electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 7. Residential wireman electrician's license (annual fee) 19.00 8. Maintenance electrician's license (annual fee) 14.00 9. Reciprocal letter 14.00 10. 1 st Reinspection 35.00 11. 1 2nd Reinspection 12. Subsequent Reinspections TABLE 3 MECHANICAL FEES Monetary Value of Proposed Work $0.00 -- $1,500.00 1,501.00 -- 3,000.00 3,001.00 -- 5,000.00 5,001.00 -- 50,000.00 50,001.00--100,000.00 100,001.00--500,000.0o 500,001.00 - -or more Fee $37.55 43.81 88.00 114.00 50.08 82.59 for the first $5,000.00 plus a multiplier of 0.0108 for amount over $5,000.00 518.29 for the first $50,000.00 plus a multiplier of 0.0102 for amount over $50,000.00 1,028.29 for the first $100,000.00 plus a multiplier of 0.0085 for amount over $100,000.00 $3,828.29 for the first $500,000.00 plus a multiplier of 0.0035 for amount over $500,000.00 (Ord. No. 3000, § 8, 5 -12 -2008; Memo of 7 -15 -2009, eff. 1 -1 -2009) TABLE 4 PLUMBING FEES 1. New residential /multifamily /hotels /motels -- Single- family and multifamily residents, hotels and motels shall be calculated as follows: $81.38 for the first water closet, plus $40.88 dollars for each additional water closet. 2. Residential/multifamily/hotels/motels remodel/repair--Single-family and multifamily residents, hotels and motels shall be calculated as follows: $48.82 for each bath or kitchen area per dwelling unit. 3. New eating establishments -- Restaurants, cafeterias, deli's, and similar type establishments shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: Total Gross Square Footage of Building or Permit Fee Lease Space 5,000 square foot or less 0.1091sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 5,001 square foot or more 0.0941sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 4. Remodel eating establishments -- Restaurants, cafeterias, deli's, and similar type food establishments shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: Total Gross Square Footage of Building or Lease Space Permit Fee 5,000 square foot or less 0.0781sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 5,001 square foot or more 0.0621sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 5. Commercial structures- -New, addition, remodel, repair or tenant finish out an existing retail, commercial or industrial structure shall be calculated according to the following fee schedule: Total Gross Square Footage of Building or Lease Space Permit Fee 5,000 square foot or less 5,001 -- 25,000 square foot 25,001 -- 50,000 square foot 0.0381sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 0.0221sq. f#. plus $48.00 per water closet 0.00861sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 50,001 square foot or more 0.00531sq. ft. plus $48.00 per water closet 6. Miscellaneous plumbing -- Miscellaneous plumbing items shall be calculated according to the following schedule, plus a $25.00 permit issuance fee shall be added to each miscellaneous permit: Description of Work Each plumbing fixture Each building sewer service Each septic system Each (private storm sewer system Each (hot water heater Each swimming pool P -trap Each construction trailer or mobile home service (water & sewer) Each propane tank installation Each water line Permit Fee $13.00 $24.00 $62.00 $78.00 $13.00 $13.00 $24.00 $18.00 $13.00 Each temporary holding tank Each gas piping system one to five outlets Each gas piping system over five outlets, per outlet Repair or replacement of water piping or treating equipment, each fixture Repair or replacement of drainage, vent or sewer piping, each fixture Each water meter Each landscape irrigation system Residential Commercial, multifamily The following must be issued on separate permits: Each industrial waste interceptor (grease trap /sand trap) Each Ibackflow prevention device TABLE 5 ELECTRICAL FEES $18.00 $18.00 $2.50 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $130.00 $182.00 $30.00 $18.00 1. New and additions to single - family and multifamily residential units: $18.78 base fee plus $4.048 per square feet (air conditioned area) 2. Residential remodeling or repair where the benefit area can be determined: [description of Work/Area Permit Fee 500 SF or less $43.81 501 - -5,000 SF 31.29 + 0.048 per sq. ft. 5,001 SF or more 250.00 + 0.0108 per sq. ft. 3. New, addition, remodeling, repairing, or tenant finish out of a retail, commercial or industrial structure: Description of Work/Area Permit Fee 500 SF or less $43.81 501 -- 5,0010 SF 31.29 + 0.048 per sq. ft. 5,001 -- 100,000 SF 254.00 + 0.01108 per sq. ft. 140,001 -- 540,000 SF 532.40 + 0.4484 per sq. ft. 540,001 SF or more 1,878.00 + 0.4060 per sq. ft. 4. New, addition, remodeling, repairing or shell warehouse or shell structure Description of Work/Area 5,000 SF or less 5,001 to 10,000 SF 10,001 to 20,000 SF 20,001 S.F. and over Permit Fee $ 62.59 + 0.0096 S.F. 75.11 + 0.0072 S.F. 100.14 + 0.0048 S.F. 137.69 + 0.0036 S.F. 5. Electrical work that does not have a definable square foot area or is not covered as a miscellaneous electrical item: Description of Work/Area Permit Fee Replace, add or move an outlet or receptacle (each) $4.17 Replace, add or move a branch circuit (each) 3.57 Minimum permit fee 14.91 6. Miscellaneous electrical items: Description of Work Accessory building Temporary power pole Mobile home connection Signs Construction trailer 30 -day temporary service 90 -day temporary service Swimming pool /hot tub Service change (up to and including 200 amps) Service change (over 200 and including 400 amps) Service change (over 400 and including 800 amps) Service change (over 800 amps and including 1,000 amps) Service change (over 1,000 amps) Permit Fee $14.91 23.85 23.85 23.85 23.85 17.88 35.77 23.85 17.88 36.00 60.00 89.00 120.00 TABLE 6 FIRE SPRINKLER, FIRE ALARM AND OTHER FIRE RELATED FEES 1 . Automatic (Fire Sprinkler Systems: a. I Underground (vault and lateral) each $89.00 b. New sprinkler systems Valuation TABLE 7 PLATTING AND ZONING FEES Zoning Fees: Filing fee for rezoning application 1$543.00 C. Addition, removal, relocation: 1 to 19 heads 36.00 20 to 59 heads 77.00 60 to 150 'heads 149.00 Over 150 heads 209.00 d. Fire pump, each 120.00 Plan review fee for new fire sprinkler systems is 35 percent e. of permit fee 2. Fire Alarm Systems: a. 1 to 10 devices 60.00 b. 11 to 25 devices 89.00 C. 26 to 100 devices 120.00 d. 101 to 200 devices 238.00 e. 201 and more devices 357.00 f Plan review fee for all fire alarm systems is 35 percent of permit fee 3. Standpipe systems (per standpipe) 89.00 4. Authorized burn permits 238.00 5. Underground flammable /combustible liquid storage tanks 120.00 6. Aboveground combustible liquid storage tanks 89.00 7 Abandon mentlremovalftesting of underground 89.00 combustiblelflammableliquid storage tanks (per tank) 8. Fire extinguishing /fire suppression system 84.00 Installation of any LP gas container, except portable containers, 9. of less than 120 gallons water capacity where natural gas service 41.00 is not available (per container) 10 Installation of a LP portable cylinder rack (20 or less cylinders) 41.00 (per store) 11. Blasting (14 -day permit) 238.00 12. Pyrotechnic special effects display 41.00 13. Residential automatic fire sprinkler system 60.00 TABLE 7 PLATTING AND ZONING FEES Zoning Fees: Filing fee for rezoning application 1$543.00 Filing fee for special use permit application 543.00 Filing fee for planned development application 543.00 Filing fee for site plan review application 478.00 Platting Fees. Filing fee for preliminary and final plat application 239.00 Plus $5.00 per residential lot and $7.00 per nonresidentialacre Filing fee for replat application 299.00 Plus $5.00 per lot residential and nonresidential Filing fee for amended plat application 239.00 Plat recording fee (24 x 36) based on county charge 67.00 Covenants, per page 6.00 Street vacation 119.00 Easement vacation 60.00 Street signs, per intersection 119.00 Variance Fees. Filing fee for zoning board of adjustment: Residential property 179.00 Nonresidential property 212.00 Filing fee for sign review board 598.00 ,Miscellaneous: Sale of zoning ordinance 19.00 Zoning verification letters 19.00 Sale of zoning map 14.00 Sale of subdivision regulations 14.00 Sale of blue line copies 7.00 TABLE 8 PUBLIC WORKS FEES 1. Inspection fees: a. Street and drainage construction- -3.57 percent of construction costs. b. Water and wastewater construction- -3.57 percent of construction costs. 2. Construction plan review fees (street, drainage, water, wastewater, traffic and earthwork and grading)- -2.38 percent of construction costs. 3. Street cut repair fees -- $14.00 per square foot. I Code I Description I Fee Section 98- 185(a) Contractor registration annual fee $89.00 98- 338(c) Mechanical reinspection fee 36.00 98 -541 Multifamily housing license fees: Annual 12.00 Replacement or duplicate 20.00 98 -548 Multifamily housing governmental inspection fees (each 25.00 building) 98 -623 Swimming pool permit fee 120.00 AND IT IS SO ORDAINED. PASSED AND APPROVED on this the 7th day of March, 2011. By: Oscar Trevino, Mayor F-A00 16 Patricia Hutson, City Secretary 1_1> >:16] ►121 Rl-11'm C9l ;191 N k51 :1:19114 XrLI 41 cis George A. Staples, City Attorney 1,1>>:101 11OX901 r 10=1 r 16 John Pitstick, Planning & Development Director CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: (Finance Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Mike Hamlin Agenda No. F.3 Subject: PU 2011 -008 Authorize the purchase of grant- funded equipment from ICX Technologies in the amount of $ 115,293.01 Summarv: Authorize the purchase from ICX Technologies of a grant- funded mobile elevated observation platform in the amount of $109,493.01 plus additional setup costs of $5,800.00 for a total of $115,293.01. The initial purchase of this equipment will be funded from the department's Special Investigations fund. Under the accepted terms of the grant, the department's Special Investigations fund will be reimbursed $80,000, which is the maximum amount provided by the FY2010 CJD Criminal Justice Programs Competitive Grant #DJ- 09 -A10- 23379 -01. General Descrir)tion: The mobile elevated observation platform will be used as a primary resource for the police department's Directed Enforcement Program to detect and deter criminal activity in the City's commercial and residential areas, as well as provide an observational vantage point during large city events. The Local Preparedness Acquisition Act, signed June 26, 2008, authorizes state and local governments to purchase from GSA Schedule 84 contract which supply total solutions for law enforcement, security, facilities management, and emergency /disaster response equipment. The observation platform will be purchased through a Schedule 84 GSA Homeland Security contract No. GS- 07F -0117U through the authorized vendor ICX Technologies of Forest Park, Georgia. The GSA contract ensures best pricing for particular equipment that meets federal specifications. The department has worked with the vendor to construct and deliver an observation platform that meets or exceeds the requirements necessary to serve the citizens and achieve positive results under the grant program. Purchase of this equipment does not require matching funds by the City of North Richland Hills. Once the purchase of the mobile elevated observation platform has been completed, the City will be reimbursed 100% of the $80,000 grant award. Recommendation: Authorize the ,purchase of grant - funded equipment from ICX Technologies in the amount of $115,293.01 QUOTATION #11 -02224 North Richland Hills- Frontier Single Person Quote technt 10 1eS I'age I of 4 Chile. 21Ur2011 Terms Net 30 Rap: Howard Scherer Phone. E -Mail howard-schenlerd)iclrl.corm Ship Via: Best Me11od Item No- Part No- Descnplicn Qty- Unit Price ExL Price I. sap -00081 Open Market: Non- recurring engineering costs to conduct, design, layout, review and 1 USD 4,245.0D USD 4,245 -DO develop work instructions for custom access ports and custom 12 volt terminal hlock- 2. sap -80085 Open Markel: 12 Volt DC lerminal block for indermmhadio supply 1 USD 250 -OD USD 250 -DII 3. sap-00GG9 Open Market Special DVR shelf and wing for dvr connection. 1 USD 1,603.34 USD 1,603.34 4. sap-00007 Open Market: Decenl Alarm 1 USD 0.00 USD D -DD S. sap -GD006 Open Market 3 addtomI access ports for future wiring- I USD 250 00 USD 2:50 -DO 6. sap -00882 Open Market Blue Strobe Light 1 USD 0.00 USD D -DO 7. SWO - 1107 DayfNight All Weather Canxera with Monitor, Joystick and Integration I USD 10,581.78 USD 10501.78 8. SW_ 1119 Permanent 13 inch deep writinghvork table installed in cab with two addifiorasl 120 vo# I USD 1,297.66 USD 1,297 -66 outlets for ..,...,.,. - i, v..... r>I egwpment SkyWalch Fmntier; Salient Characteristic: Arched ascent and descent (non- stissor R) mechanism: 25 Tool vantage paint (eye level in mbt: Ground level entry- Easier to bad lunload equipment: No steps or guardrails necessary No tethering needed - slabia in winds up to 40 mph; tethering polras for higher velocities; Dual hydraulic pimp sysle m, 14 Gauge Steel Cab; Shoe power or diesel generator paver operation; 98 Gallon Fuel Tank (150 Hour Run Time 1: DilMalle System- Generator Oil Flier replacement frequency -1000 hours: Solar panel For drip charge to start battery ; 12 month parts and labor wanaW ; ISO 9001:2005 certified manufacturer Other 9. 8W_ 1003 brportard Consideratons: Deployed Width- Oubiggers Set 15R. bin; 4 Timed- Sliding 1 WSD 85,545.33 USD D61646 Windows; Steel ONdggers: I/ inch Tube Stool; Trailer Steel: `% inch Tube Steel; -33 Weight Capacity in Cab 500 pounds: Digital Wind Speed Meter with storm barker; 4 Roof Mounted Flood Lights: Climate Controlled (Heat 8 AC 'X Char, Two 11 OV GFI outlets; One 1ZV outlet Hydraulic Cylinders -b0'° Stake- 3.5 in; Fail safe hydraulic system with electric and manual ascent and descant controls inside cab and in : t Company Relevant Experience: Over 650 Un as Deployed with 12 Veer Product Development History. Units heavily used by US Military, Law Enforcement Agencies, US Customs and Border Protection, Product Protected by U -S. Palar t (5295,665) Under Cab Safety Camera 7 -inch Performance Monitor Color System inside cab, high 10- SW_ 1110 resdurion, low reflecflon TFT LCD day night mods, contrast control, bnghlness 1 USD 1,598.90 USD 1,596 -90 coalrol, built in speaker, low iluminator image sensor 11 58H Open Market Shipping and Handling. 1 USD 3,100.00 USD 3,100.00 Total USD This Quole is Valid Unlit 3/311011 109,493 -01 Longest Lead Time Item {ARO): 11.0 weeks- ICa will ship partials if authonzed- I'age I of 4 Nees: This order is subject to the attached TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. Where those terms or conditions differ from that of our GSA Schedule contract GS- 07F- 01170, b terms and condlions will govern Applicable GSA Schedule ordering Infamaation can be found in SUPPLEMENT C. Prepared by Howard Schemer ho-xard- scheme n@icxtoom Any purchase order or contact for sale generated from tis quotafion for the export of goods, lechnobgy or services is subject to the Expert Cordrot Laws olthe Untied States- Asa result, the export or any subsequent re -export of such goods may require an export license prior to shipment ICx Technologies 5940 Cairo[ Parkway, 8ui[e 100 - Alpharetta - GA 30005 Phone: (770) 650 1550 - Fax_ (7701 850 1 551 Page 2 of 4 ICX Technologies TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE I - AGREEMENT. Only the product ( "Product(sl "), price, quantity and delivery terms contained in Buyer`s purchase order, if accepted by Soler, together with the terms and conditions herein constitute an agroomani between the parties ("Agreement"). Buyer represents and warrants that it intends to use the Products for its internal use and in not purchasing the Products with the intenttch resell cr distribute the Products, unless authorized by Seller. 2- CONTROLLING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. This Agreement, together with Seller's End User License Agreement if applicable, shall govern the sale of the Products to Buyer. If Buyer submits any other docvmentilhat contains temps and conditions which are inconsistent with win addition to this Ageament than any such term or condition shall not akerthese Terms and Conditions or be part of this contract unless expressly accepted oragreed to by Seller in writing. The sale is expressly conditioned upon Buyer's acceptance of this Agreement. 3- PAYMENT TERMS. Prices are stated in U -S- dollars- All sales are F -O -B. Origin and payments are due and payable netthirty (3D) days after invoice date. Pro rata payment shall be due on partial shipments as made and invoiced. Payments not received by the date due shall bear interest at the rate of eighteen percent (1 W) per an or the maximum rate al lotted by law, whiuhever is less, will paid in full- The purchase prices of the Products are exclusive of all applicable sales and use taxes., value added taxes, export fees and duties or other similar fees and taxes- All shipping, handling, taxes, custom duties, tariffs and sinlar charges shall be at Buyer's expense and, at Set lens option. added to the price of the goods. 4- SHIPPING TERMS- Tide to and all risk of loss of of damage to the goods shall pass to and be assumed by Buyer F- O- 3. Origin - Buyer is responsible for all transportation charges and for fling timely and proper claims against carriers 1 goods are Iasi or damaged in transit. Sellers estimated delivery dare(s) stated on the from of this contract are approxdmale and su!>jectto reasonable sdtedulhg changes made after the date hereol: Seller shall not be liable for any loss of expense, whether by contract or tart, incurred by Buyer resulting from faihrre to meet the estimated delivery date- s. MODIFICATION AND CANCELLATION OF ORDERS. Orders may not be modified or cancelled in whole or in part except by mutual written agreement of the parties Cancellation of aide rs shall be effective only at Seller's Option, and if Seller agrees to any cancellation, Buyer shall be resp onsible for return freight costs and all costs mounted by Seller as a result of such cancellation, rncludig, but not limited to, a twenty percent (20%) restocking fee and all labor and material costs inured prior W tenrin anon. 6- RETURNS. All returns must be authorized by Sailer. A Returned Matanal Author z ton IRMA) number issued by Seller must accompany all mtu mad goods ar parts unless otherwise directed by Seller- All goods or parts returned to Seller must be shipped transportation charges prepaid- Seller does not accept collect or C -O. D- shipments. 7- PACKING -'U nkess a preferred packing method is provided for in the purchase order, all goods shall ho packaged and packed for shipment and storage 1n accordance with good commercial practices. Preferred packing charges shall be paid by Buyer. 8.- COMPLIANCE V4'ITH LAWS. Buyer acknowledges that the goods supplied herewith may be subject to laws, regulations and executive orders ('Laws of the U -S. relating to export controls- Buyer rep resents and warrants tot the Products will not be used for any purpose prohibited by the Laws and Buyer shall comply with the Laws as well as all laws and regulations in Buyer's jurisdiction and any other location related to the import, export, re- export, transfer, shipping, aneilor use of the Products. 5- SELLER'S REMEDIES- If Buyer fails to make timely payments for goods or services accepted, or faits to perform any other of Buyer`s obligations set forth herein, Seller may, at its aption, defer to rther shpmen[s), revise its terms of payment, cancel tie on ulhipped balm or pursue any other remedy set forth in this cfmtrad or provided by law - 110- LIMITED WARRANTY- Unless superseded by individual Product warranty terms formally set forth by Seller to Buyer in writing andlor included in Product Packaging, Seller's standard warranty terms shatI be limited to those set forth in this paragraph. For a period of one (1) year alter shipment of he Product, Seller will at its option repair or replace on an exchange basis any Product chr component part thereof returned to Seller which upon exam inatirm is found to the satisfaction of Seller to be defective in material or workmanship - All costs associated with the tansp- ortailon., troubleshooting, installing or removing the Product or component W thereof shall be paid by Buyer. Repair or (eplaoemenl of any Product or component thereof will nol extend the original warranty period This limited warranty extends (oily to Buyer and is not Irainsferable to any other party and any transfer made in violation of this provision shall be void. This limited war(anty does not apply to any Prodded or component which (i) has been subject to misuse, neglect, accident or improper storage; (ii) has been installed, repaired, maintained or altered in any way that in the judgment of Seller has adversely affected the condition of the Product; (ill) has been used, operated or maintained inconsistent with Seller recommendations or with normal practice and condtions, or (n) has been changed or modified from its original condihon. For consumable Product components such as sensors ( "Sensors "), this limited warranty shall be modified as follows: (a) the unopened shelf life shall be 18 months trem the manutactire date marked on the packaging; Ili) the opened &hen Cite snail be s months tram the date me product packaging 15 opened; (C) provided, however, that these shelf Irfe wamaMres apply to a single use of a Sensor and are void if the Sensor is recharged or used multiple taros- THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND NOT A WARRANTY OF THE CONDITION OR FUTURE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT- ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, SPECIFICALLY INCLUDING, BUT WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON- INFRINGEMENT ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED- BUYER WAIVES AND IN NO EVENT WILL SELLER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL., CONSEOUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECLAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. No person is authorized to give any other warranty Or to assume any additional obligation OF liability on behalf of Seller. In no event will Sellers liability hamunderexceed the purchase price of the defective Product This limited warranty shall not apply if Buyer has unpaid inwices.. Buyer agrees that the warranty disclaimer and limited liability set forth herein are fundamental elements of this Agreement and Seller would not be able to provide the Product on an economic basis without such Imitations. 11- GRANTING OF RIGHTS - Nothing contained herein shall be construed as granting Buyer any fight to any intellectual property rights, including but not limited to patents, trademarks, trade secrets, or copynghts, owned or licensed by Seller. Frrtner, Buyer agrees that f shall not, directly or indirectly, reverse engineer, decompite, modify, after, disassemble or ern ulate the functionally of the Product. 12- INDEMNIFICATION - Buyer shall indemnify Seller in the case of any Product misuse by Buyer - 13- PATIENTS- If Buyer modifies the Product or provides Seller wilh designs, specifications, or instructions to modify the Product then Buyer shall hold Seller harness from and against any expense of loss resulting Iron infringement of patents of trademarks arising therefrom- Except as otherwise provided in the preceding senlence- Seller shall defend any suit or proceeding brought against ElLymsso far as based on a claim that the Products furnished under ibis. Agreetamt constiti&e an infringement of any patent of the United States, issued on or before the date of shipment, if notified promptly in writing and given authority, information and assistance (at Sellers expense) for the defense of same, and Seller shall pay all damages and casts awarded therein against Buyer In case such goads, Or any part thereof, are held to infringe and the use of said goods or part is enjoined, or Seller shall reasonably conclude that the goads are infringing, Seller shall, at its own expense, either procure for Buyerthe nghtto continue using said goads ar parts, w replace same with non- infringing goods; or modify such goods se, they beconhes nor- infringing; or remove said goods from the market and refund the purchase price and the transportation and installation costs thereof. The foregoing stares the entire lability of Sellerfor patent infringement by the said goods or any part thereof. 14.- FORCE MAJEURE. Delay in performance or non- performance of any obligation contained hater, other than Buyer's obligation to pay, shall be excused to the extent such failure or non-performance he caused by a force majeure- For purposes of this Agreement, force maleum shall mean any cause or avert preventing performance of an obligation under the Agreement which is beyond the reamnalhle control of Soler or Buyer, as the case may be, including without limitation, fire, flood, pawershortaga, mechanical breakdown, sabotage., shipwreck, embargo, explosion, strike Or other Iabortrcubte, accident, not, acts of governmental authority (including, without limitation, acts based on laws or regulations now in existance as wall as those enacted in the future), acts. of God, war or acts of terrorism, and other events or conditions beyond the mesons his control of the afro cmd party- In the event a force rnajo um conti nues for more than ninety (90) days, th is Agreement may be terminated witho of any liability by either party upon written notice thereof to tceh other - 15- ND ASSIGNMENT - Buyer may not assign this Agreement, or its right to receive Products, without the prior written consent of Seller- Any such attempted assignment shall be void - 16- GOVERNING LAW. This contract shall be governed by and construed accord ng lo the laws of the United States of America and the State of Delaware, including the Uniform Commercial Code as enacted therein, without regard to its laws regard ng conflicts of law - IT JURISDICTION AND VENUE. All proceedings relating to th is Agreement shall be maintained exdusively in the federal or state courts of Delaware and the parties hereby irrewwocably and unconditionally submit and oonsent to ex dusive jurisdiction and venue herein and expressly waive any rigfit to object to personal jurisdiction or venue. Each of toe parties hereby consents to the service of process by registered mail or by an express delivery service providing a return receipt at its address set forth above and agrees that its submissions to jurisdiction and its consent to service of process by mail are made for the express benefit of the other party. Page 3 of 4 I 8. SEVERABI.LITY. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or otherwise unenforceable, the anfiarcrceabil ity of the remaining provisions shall net be impaired thereby - 19. NO WAIVER. The failure by arty party to exercise any right provided for herein shall not be deemed a waiver of any rights hereunder. 20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreernerit between the parties relating to the matters contained herein. This Agreement may not be amended, axfended or modified in any manner, orally or otherwise, except by an instrument in writing signed by a duty authoru a rapr®santative of each party. ICX Technologies TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE - SPECIAL PROVISIONS SUPPLEMENT A - FIDO EXPLOSIVES DETECTION SYSTEMS The following special provisions apply to the sale of arty^ Fida Explosives Detection Systems: SAFETY ACT RECIPICAL WAIVER OF CLAIMS. Seller's Fido Explosives Delectiun System has been designated by the U.S. Depailmeng of Homeland Secunly as a Qualified Anti- tenodsm Technology (QATTI urderthe Support Anti - terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act of 2002 (SAFETY Acl ), which affords certain legal liability prolactixns to providers of the QATT. Where the QATT has been deployed in defense against, response to, or recovery from an act of terrorism as that latter term is defined under the SAFETY Act, Seller and Buyer of the GATT agree io waive all claims against each other, in their officers, directors, agents or other representatives , arising out of the manufacture, sale, Lase or operation of the QATT, and further agree Ihal each is responsible for losses, including business inlerruplion losses, that it sustains, or for lasses sustained by its own employees resu ling from an activity arising ohrt of such act Of terrorism. SUPPLEMENT B - DEVELOPMENTAL PRODUCTS The following special provisions apply to the sale of any of Seller's devekhpmerdal Products: 1. The Prod ucl delivered thereunder is a developmental product of Seller and has not been released to the pudic. As such, this Product and all infomhatfon related therow are confidential and proprietary. Buyer agrees not to disclose any information to any third party without the express written approval of Seller. 2 Buyer, al no cost to Seller, will share with Seller any and all performance data and reports generated by Buyer in the use and operalion of the Product. SU PPLEM ENT C - Applicable GSA SCHEDULE ORDERING IN FORMATION 1. World nice Federal Supply Schedule Contract for FSC Group 084 - TOTAL SOLUTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. SECURITY, FACILITY MANAGE MENTSYSTEMS, FIRE, RESCUE, SPECIAL PURPOSE CLOTHPN G, MARINE CRAFT AND E)AERGENCYID ISASTE R RESPONSE 2. Contractnumber- GS- 07F -0117U 3. Contract period - December 5, 2007 through December 5. 2012 4. Business sire - Large 5. Mini mum order - S 100 (All SINS( 6. Geographic coverage (delivery area- The 48 contiguous states, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Washington, DC, and U -S. temtories. 7. From pt payment terms - 0% neL 30 days. 8. Expedited, ovemight and two-clay delivery for Urgent requiremenfs - Available, please inquire on cost 9. Warranty provision- Standard commercial warranty applies. 10. Government purchase cams am a"Oprable. 11. Data Universal Number System (DUNS)number -61- 538-2210 12. CAGE Core - 44BI&. 1GXSYS - TC Revil008 Page 4 of 4 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. F.4 Subject: GN 2011 -016 Appointments to Naming Board Summarv: The City Council is being asked to approve the Mayor's annual appointments to the Naming Board. General Descrir)tion: The Naming Board was established by Ordinance No. 2517 for the purpose of submitting recommendations to the City Council for the naming of city facilities, which includes parks, buildings, streets and other publicly owned facilities. The Board consists of three council members. Councilmen Lombard, Barth and Turnage are currently serving on the Board. The ordinance provides that the appointments are to be made annually and that the Mayor, subject to Council approval, makes the appointments. Mayor Trevino is recommending that Councilmen Lombard, Whitson and Turnage be appointed to the Board. Recommendation: To approve the recommendation of the Mayor to appoint Councilman Lombard, Councilman Whitson and Councilman Turnage to the Naming Board. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. G.0 Subject: EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Agenda No. G.1 Subject: Action on Any Item Discussed in Executive Session Listed on Work Session Agenda CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. H.0 Subject: INFORMATION AND REPORTS CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Council Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Presented by: Mayor Pro Tern Ken Sapp Agenda No. H.1 Subject: Announcements - Mayor Pro Tem Sapp Announcements NRH20 is searching for team members who want a fun job this summer. Applicants must be at least 15 years old. For job descriptions, applications and more information, please visit nrh2o.com)jobs. Volunteers from AARP are continuing to assist residents with their tax returns each Monday through April 11th at the 'NRH Public Library. This free service is available to taxpayers of all ages. To make an appointment or get more information, please call the Library at 817 -427 -6814. The Common Ground Community Garden is selling T- shirts, with all proceeds going into the garden fund. The shirts are $20 each. Visit the website nnccommunitygarden.com for an order form. Kudos Korner Every Council Meeting, we spotlight our employees for the great things they do. Cary Sieve, Bobby Thomas and Michael Autrey, Fire Department — A resident called to thank Cary, Bobby and Michael for their assistance during a winter storm earlier this month. While returning to the station after a call, these employees noticed several vehicles stuck in the snow and ice on Harwood Road. They blocked traffic, shoveled snow to free the stuck vehicles, and helped them turn around and get moving again. These men went out of their way to help and are an asset to the city, the caller stated. CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Department: City Secretary Presented by: Council (Meeting Date: 2 -28 -2011 Agenda No. H.2 Subject: Adjournment