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Home My WebLink AboutCC 2000-02-14 Minutes Present: MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE PRE-COUNCIL ROOM AT CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - FEBRUARY 14, 2000 - 5:30 P.M. Charles Scoma JoAnn Johnson Lyle E. Welch Russell Mitchell Frank Metts, Jr. Don Phifer Matt Milano, Ph.D. r. Oscar Trevino, Jr. Larry Cunningham Randy Shiflet Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson Rex McEntire Greg Dickens Larry Koonce Marcy Ratcliff Andy Jones Jim Browne Vicki Loftice Bill Thornton Paulette Hartman Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Community Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney Public Works Director Finance Director Director of Planning Fire Chief Director of Parks & Recreation Assistant Parks Director Assistant Parks Director Adm. Asst. to City Manager ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. DISCUSS ITEMS There were no items discussed. FROM REGULAR FEBRUARY 14 AGENDA IR 2000-022 Because the majority of the City Council will be PATRICIA DISCUSS attending the NLC Conference in Washington on the CANCELLATIONI March 13 Council meeting, the consensus of the RESCHEDULING Council was to place an item on the next agenda to OF MARCH 13 CITY officially cancel the meeting. The Council further COUNCIL agreed that should an emergency arise with respect MEETING to platting or zoning issues that will not wait until the Pre Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 2 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT March 27 meeting, they will meet on March 20 at 7:00 p.m., if necessary. Otherwise, the only meeting during March will be the regular scheduled meeting on March 27. IR 2000-024 The consensus of the Council was to set the budget PATRICIA/KAREN DISCUSS DATES work session for Friday, August 4 and Saturday, FOR COUNCIL August 5. The work session is to be held at Garrett BUDGET REVIEW Creek Ranch and will begin around 3:00 p.m. on August 4. IR 2000-019 The City Manager advised that Mr. Jack Bean, a LARRY C.lPAULETTE DISCUSS citizen, was inquiring about establishing a REQUEST TO specialized limousine/touring vehicle service in North ALLOW A Richland Hills. The City Manager explained that an TOURING ordinance and permit process would need to be VEHICLE/ established by the City Council to establish LIMOUSINE requirements and regulate the operation of limousine PERMIT IN NORTH services within our City. Mr. Bean explained that he RICHLAND HILLS wished to use an antique limousine/touring vehicle to provide service for weddings and other special events. The service would be provided by a group of individuals from his church and the proceeds would go to the church. The consensus of the Council was for Staff to develop a touring/vehicle limousine ordinance for Council consideration at the next Council meeting. IR 2000-017 COST Ms. Loftice presented the recommendations for the NAN OF SERVICES fees for the parks and recreation programs and REPORT: PARKS services. Concerns and issues raised by the Council AND RECREATION were: 1) the lowering of the gazebo rental fees; 2) ANAL YSIS AND consideration of senior citizen discount rates; 3) RECOMMEND- evaluate staffing levels to determine if additional A TIONS hours of operation can be offered during the early morning hours. Numerous senior citizens have expressed a desire to be able to use the facility during the early morning hours. The City Council approved the ordinance during the regular meeting with the exception that the gazebo fee be a flat fee of $10 for 3 hours use. Pre Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 3 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT I R 2000-021 The City Manager presented the proposed STEVE N.lGREG D. REVIEW agreement to the Council and reviewed some of the INTERLOCAL major items in the agreement. The Council was AGREEMENT WITH advised that North Richland Hills will pay $55,000 of THE REGIONAL the total annual amount of $775,000 from the Mid- TRANSPORTATION Cities Group beginning with the completion of the rail COUNCIL FOR service to the Fort Worth Ninth Street Station. After DEVELOPMENT the first year, payment will be based on an audit of AND OPERATION percentage of transit riders from North Richland OF COMMUTER Hills. The agreement will end on September 30, RAIL SERVICE 2004 and may be renewed. The Council concurred with the agreement and the agreement will be placed on the next agenda for action. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma announced at 6:32 p.m. that the meeting would adjourn to Executive Session for deliberation regarding personnel matters (Salary for Municipal Court Judge) as authorized by Section 551.074 of the Local Government Code. r'~ Charles Scoma - &~ ATTEST: "//)~// " .~~ . I \'·"/¿.u/¿ICl¿¿ ~ '----Patricia Hutson - City Secretary MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - FEBRUARY 14, 2000 -7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order February 14, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Charles Scoma JoAnn Johnson Lyle E. Welch Russell Mitchell Frank Metts, Jr. Don Phifer Matt Milano 1. Oscar Trevino, Jr. Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Randy Shiflet Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson Rex McEntire Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director of Community Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney 2. INVOCATION Councilman Mitchell gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS The following employees were recognized by the public for their customer friendly service to the citizens of NRH. Phyl Baloga, Economic Development, Greg Oldenburg, Citicable, Chris Swartz, NRH20, Steve Norwood, Assistant City Manager, Mary Ann Townsend, Animal Services, Tim Horvath, Code Enforcement, Dena Milner, Code Enforcement, Cheri Hansen, Teen Court Coordinator, Bob Nelson, Public Works, Diane Key, City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 2 Utility Billing, David Lopez & Chuck James, Public Works, Mary Beth Harvey, Animal Control, Scott Walker & Mike Curtis, Public Works, Jimmy Cates, Public Works, Betty Osborne, Finance and Tim Hightshoe, Parks Department. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED A. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 24,2000 B. MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 C. CALLING CITY COUNCIL ELECTION - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-06 D. CHANGING TIME OF FEBRUARY 28 REGULAR MEETING E. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH KNOWL TON- ENGLISH-FLOWERS, INC. FOR THE JOHNSON GROUND STORAGE TANK REHABILITATION AND REPAINTING - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-07 Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to approve the consent agenda. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 7. PZ 99-26 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF RACE TRAC PETROLEUM, INC. FOR A ZONING CHANGE ON A PORTION OF LOT 3R3, BLOCK 2, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION FROM OC OUTDOOR COMMERCIAL TO C1 COMMERCIAL (LOCATED AT THE 8700 BLOCK OF GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY) - ORDINANCE NO. 2449 APPROVED Mr. Paul Padilla, applicant, explained the nature of his request. City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 3 Ms. Marcy Ratcliff, Director of Planning, summarized recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Scoma closed the public hearing. Councilman Phifer moved, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to approve Ordinance No. 2449 & PZ 99-26 as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 8. PZ 99-27 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF RACE TRAC PETROLEUM, INC. FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A GAS STATION ON PROPERTY ZONED C1 COMMERCIAL. THE SUBJECT PARCEL IS PROPOSED LOT 6, BLOCK 2, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION (LOCATED IN THE 8700 BLOCK OF GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY - ORDINANCE NO. 2450 DENIED Mr. Paul Padilla, applicant, explained the nature of his request. Ms. Ratcliff summarized the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson inquired if a traffic study had been completed on the area. Mayor Scoma voiced his concern about the future expansion of Highway 26 and obtaining additional right-of-way. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Scoma closed the public hearing. Mayor Scoma asked what type of impact the business would have relating to architecture as it relates to the Town Center District. Ms. Ratcliff informed the Council that the request is not in the Town Center District. Councilman Trevino moved to deny PZ 99-27, Ordinance No. 2450. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson seconded the motion. City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 4 Motion to deny carried 4-3; with Councilmen Welch, Milano, Trevino and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson voting for denial and Councilmen Mitchell, Metts and Phifer voting against. 9. PS 99-29 - THE REQUEST OF RACE TRAC PETROLEUM, INC. TO REPLAT LOTS 2R2 AND 3R3, BLOCK 2, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION, INTO LOTS 2R2R AND 3R3R AND CREATING LOT 6 (LOCATED AT 8707 GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY). APPROVED Ms. Ratcliff summarized the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff. Councilman Mitchell moved, seconded by Councilman Metts to approve PS 99-29 as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 10. PW 2000-08 - VACATE A PORTION OF TWO UTILITY EASEMENTS LOCATED ON LOT 2R2R AND LOT 6, BLOCK 2, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION - ORDINANCE NO. 2454 APPROVED Mr. Greg Dickens, Director of Public Works, summarized PW 2000-08. Councilman Mitchell moved, seconded by Councilman Milano to approve PW 2000-08, Ordinance No. 2454. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 11. PZ 99-47 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF JAMES HANDY FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A SELF-SERVICE CAR WASH ON LOT 4R, BLOCK 1, WALKER BRANCH ADDITION, IN A C1 COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY AND HARWOOD ROAD - ORDINANCE NO. 2457 APPROVED Mr. James Handy, applicant, explained the nature of his request. He asked if Council would consider raising the poles to 30 feet in order for customers to locate his business. City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 5 Ms. Ratcliff summarized the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff. Councilman Milano asked if this was a creative effort on applicants part to have a pole sign. Ms. Ratcliff advised Council that it is permissible under the ordinance. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Scoma closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved to approve PZ 99-47, Ordinance No. 2457 with the provision that the flag poles extend 30 feet. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 12. PZ 99-44 - PUBLIC HEARING TO RECONSIDER THE REQUEST OF MARY JANE AND EDWARD LETT FOR A ZONING CHANGE ON TRACTS 2A3, 2AB3, AND 2A3C1, W.C. NEWTON SURVEY ABSTRACT 1182, ADDRESSED AS 7591 AND 7601 PRECINCT LINE ROAD FROM AG-AGRICUL TURAL TO PD-PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR A WEDDING CHAPEL AND OTHER ASSOCIATED ACCESSORY WEDDING CHAPEL USES - ORDINANCE 2448 APPROVED Mr. and Mrs. Lett explained the nature of their request. Councilman Metts had concerns that the small chapel would not be 100% masonry and how much would be Hardi-Plank. He is in favor of applicants signing a covenant to tie into sewer. Ms. Ratcliff summarized the recommendations and request as it relates to city codes and the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. Mr. Edward Lett read into record a letter in favor of the Lett's request from neighbor Bill Simmons (letter attached). Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved to approve PZ 99-44, Ordinance No. 2448 with the provision that fees associated with the proposal be waived. Councilman Welch seconded the motion. City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 6 Motion to approve carried 4-3; with Councilmen Welch, Metts, Phifer and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson voting for and Councilmen Mitchell, Milano and Trevino voting against. 13. PZ 99-36 - APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1874 TO ADD ARTICLE 12, NEIGHBORHOOD PARKLAND DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS PZ 99-36 - ORDINANCE NO. 2455 DENIED Mr. Scott Turnage, Vice Chairman - Park & Recreation Board, summarized the request. Mayor Scoma recessed the meeting at 8:42 pm Mayor Scoma reconvened the meeting at 8:48 pm Mr. Bill Thornton, Assistant Director - Park & Recreation presented Council with a detailed presentation of the Parkland Dedication requirements. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Scoma closed the public hearing. Council discussed item. Councilman Phifer moved to deny PZ 99-36, Ordinance No. 2455 in its current form. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson seconded the motion. Motion to deny carried 4-3; with Councilmen Mitchell, Metts, Phifer and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson voting for denial and Councilmen Welch, Milano and Trevino voting against. 14. PS 99-44 - REQUEST OF LEGO CUSTOM HOMES FOR AN AMENDED PLAT OF LOTS 16R AND 17R, BLOCK 10 OAK HILLS ADDITION. THE PROPERTY IS ADDRESSED AS 7216 AND 7220 SPRING OAK DRIVE TABLED The applicant was not available. Councilman Mitchell moved to table PS 99-44 to the February 28 City Council meeting. Councilman Metts seconded the motion. Motion to table carried 7-0. '--'-~~'--~-'~-~'--"-<-'~'--"'"'~~.'~'-<^~"-~"'-'^~'-'...- City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 7 15. GN 2000-12 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER EXTENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1994 JUVENILE CURFEW ORDINANCE FOR THREE YEARS - ORDINANCE NO. 2453 APPROVED Mr. Tom Shockley, Chief of Police, provided Council with a presentation of stats and information background. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Scoma closed the public hearing. Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to approve GN 2000-12, Ordinance No. 2453. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 16. GN 2000-13 - PARK AND RECREATION USER FEES - ORDINANCE NO. 2456 APPROVED Ms. Vickie Loftice, Assistant Director - Park & Recreation, summarized GN 2000-13, Ordinance No. 2456. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved to approve GN 2000-13, Ordinance No. 2456 with the provision that the gazebo rentals are a $10.00 flat fee. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Councilman Trevino asked that Staff look into a resident gym pass and resident fitness discounts for senior citizens. He would like Staff to do some research to see if it would hurt to have a senior citizens discount of 10% - 15 % across the board. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson revised her motion to include a 3 hours use for the $10.00 flat fee. Councilman Trevino seconded revision. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 17. GN 2000-14 - PROPOSED DEEP WATER WELL AT 8333 DAVIS BOULEVARD; L.C. TUBB JR. ADDITION, LOT 1 BLOCK 1 APPROVED City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 8 Mr. L.C. Tubb, applicant, explained the nature of his request. Mr. Dickens summarized staff's recommendations. Councilman Milano suggested that an executed covenant stating the uses and restriction of the deep well for irrigation be tied to the land when it sells. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson moved to approve GN 2000-14 with the following stipulations: that there be a covenant that there will be no commercial sale of water; at the time the land is sold the covenant would go as part of the deed; and to follow the restrictions and regulations of a 200 foot well. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 18. A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION None. 19. B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Regional Transportation Council: Mobility 2025 - The Metropolitan Transportation Plan (Announced before Item No. 12) North Richland Hill is seeking nominations for the North Richland Hills Volunteer of the Year. Please call Paulette Hartman at 427-6015 for a nomination form. (Announced before Item No. 12) Dallas 2012 Olympic Bid Committee & DFW Regional Sports Commission are recruiting 1000 volunteers to host the U.S. Olympic Team trials. For more information contact Ashley Stathatos at 427-6092 or Vickie Loftice at 627-6624. ANNOUNCEMENTS (Announced after item 16) Parks & Recreation will host the annual Kid Fish Event at Green Valley Park, for information call 427-6660. The Critter Connection will be open at North Hills Mall on Saturday, Friday 26. Winter Break Camp NRH at the Recreation Center February 28 - March 3, for information call 427-6600. City Council Minutes February 14, 2000 Page 9 19. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma adjourned the meeting at 10:30 pm. 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