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Present:
Absent:
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 - MAY 8, 2000 - 6:00 P.M.
Charles Scoma
Lyle E. Welch
Frank Metts, Jr.
JoAnn Johnson
Don Phifer
Joe D. Tolbert
1. Oscar Trevino, Jr.
Larry J. Cunningham
Randy Shiflet
Steve Norwood
Greg Vick
Patricia Hutson
Alicia Richardson
Rex McEntire
Greg Dickens
Larry Koonce
John Pitstick
Andy Jones
Steve Brown
Jim Browne
Thomas Powell
Vicki Loftice
Pam Burney
Thomas Shockley
Ed Dryden
Mike Curtis
Paulette Hartman
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Councilman
Councilwoman
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 Development
Fire Chief
Library Director
Director of Parks & Recreation
Director of Support Services
Assistant Parks Director
Environmental Services Director
Police Chief
Building Official
Assistant Public Works Director
Adm. Asst. to City Manager
Russ Mitchell
Councilman
ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order at
6:00 p.m.
DISCUSS ITEMS Agenda Item 6C - PU 2000-026 - Staff was asked if NAN
FROM REGULAR the bid for muriatic acid from Advance Chemical was
MAY 8,2000 CITY correct since it was significantly lower than the other
COUNCIL AGENDA companies who bid. Staff explained that Advance
Chemical had an operational advantage over the
other carriers who bid. The other carriers vend
primarily to swimming pools located in
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ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT
neighborhood-type settings and have the overhead
of mandated permits.
IR 2000-055 Councilwoman Johnson advised she is interested in PATRICIA H.
DISCUSS COG serving on the North Central Texas Government's
BOARD Board of Directors and plans to submit her
NOMINATIONS application for a position on the Board.
FOR 2000/2001 Councilwoman Johnson requested the City Council
support her nomination. The Council agreed to
support her and a letter will be sent from the Mayor
to COG on behalf of the City Council endorsing
Councilwoman Johnson's nomination to a position
on the Board.
PW 2000-14 Staff explained that with more earthen channels NAN
DISCUSS being allowed in the City, and with the concerns
POSSIBLE expressed by Council over erosion control during
REVISION TO and after construction, the Public Works Design
PUBLIC WORKS Manual has been revised to provide for soil retention
DESIGN MANUAL blankets. Staff reviewed requirements of area cities
(AGENDA ITEM NO. and the estimated cost to the developer for soil
15) retention blankets. There were no concerns
expressed by the Council. Item was approved
during the Regular Council Meeting.
IR 2000-054 Council was advised that the Code Enforcement Ad JOHN P. /STEVE N.
DIRECTION FOR Hoc Committee had identified the parking of RV's as
RV ORDINANCE an issue that needed to be addressed in the future.
Recently, a North Richland Hills resident appealed to
the Council to enact regulations prohibiting the
parking of RVs in residential neighborhoods.
Council direction on this issue was requested by
Staff. The consensus of the Council was that the
issue needed to be addressed. Comments made by
the Council were: 1) RV's should not be allowed
beyond the building line; 2) RV's should be allowed
to park in the front of a residential house for 72 hours
for the purpose of loading or unloading; 3) continue
to allow RV's to be parked in the backyard; 4)
ordinance needs to be reviewed for front yard
parking 5) need to address the parking and storing of
RVs on the street; and 6) address storing in
driveway where there is no sidewalk and the RV
extends to the curb. Staff was directed to bring back
suggested revisions to the ordinance.
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ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT
IR 2000-062 Staff presented suggestions from the Millennium GREG V./STEVE B.I
MILLENNIUM Celebration Committee for ways to celebrate the VICKIE L.
CELEBRATION new millennium and possible future events for the
next five years. Recommendations were 1)
consideration of planning for a future city-wide
festival that would give identity to the City; 2)
possible upgrade of Christmas lights at City Hall and
relocate and expand Christmas tree lighting; 3)
consider a historical event next fall - possibly a
reception to introduce a digital archive of historical
images on the internet; 4) begin a public art
program; 5) expansion of the Northeast Family
Fourth celebration to possibly include additional
fireworks, live radio broadcast, etc. Because of time
limitations for further discussion by the Council, Staff
will place this item on a future agenda to receive
input from the Council.
ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma announced at 6:38 p.m. that the NAN
meeting would adjourn to Executive Session for the
purpose of deliberation regarding economic
development (prospect for commercial development)
as authorized by Section 551.086 of the Government
Code. The Executive Session adjourned at 6:53
p.m. to the regular Council meeting.
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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 - MAY 08,2000 - 7:00 P.M.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order May 08, 2000 at 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Charles Scoma
Lyle E. Welch
Frank Metts, Jr.
JoAnn Johnson
Don Phifer
Joe D. Tolbert
1. Oscar Trevino, Jr.
Staff:
Larry J. Cunningham
Randy Shiflet
Steve Norwood
Greg Vick
Patricia Hutson
Alicia Richardson
Rex McEntire
Absent:
Russell Mitchell
Mayor
Mayor Pro T em
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Managing Director of Community Services
City Secretary
Assistant City Secretary
Attorney
Councilman
2.
INVOCATION
Student Council Officer from North Ridge Middle School gave the invocation.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Student Council Officer from North Ridge Middle School led the pledge of allegiance.
4.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Matt Milano, was recognized for his service on the Council in Place 6 from May 1998 to
May 2000.
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RECOGNITION OF TEXAS TORNADO HOCKEY TEAM
Mayor Scoma presented to Texas Tornado Hockey Team's owner Quentin Bourjeaurd
a plaque commemorating the expansion team's record-breaking season in the North
American Hockey League. Also present were General Manager and Head Coach Tony
Curtale, Assistant Coach Mark Frankenfeld, goaltender Ron Vogel, team leading scorer
Jason Deitsch, rookie defenseman Nick Martens and rookie forward Jason
Bloomingburg.
NORTH RICH LAND HILL'S PARK & RECREATION
DEPARTMENT FINALIST FOR THE 2000 NATIONAL
GOLD MEDAL AWARD
The North Richland Hills Park & Recreation Department was recognized as being a
finalist for the 2000 Gold Medal Award. Winners will be announced and honored at the
NRPA Congress in September.
OATH OF OFFICE
The Oaths of Office for the newly elected officials were administered as follows:
Charles Scoma, Mayor - administered by Reverend Derwood Dubose
JoAnn Johnson, Council Place 4 - administered by Attorney Rex McEntire
Joe D. Tolbert, Council Place 6 - administered by Dr. George Tolbert
Ray Oujesky, Municipal Judge - administered by Attorney Rex McEntire
5.
REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
Councilman Welch removed Item 6E.
6.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVED
A. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 24, 2000
B. MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 24, 2000
C. PU 2000-026 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR
AQUATIC CHEMICAL SUPPLIES TO ADVANCED CHEMICAL DISTRIBUTION -
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-031
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D. PU 2000-027 AWARD BID FOR TRUCK WITH SEWER CLEANING UNIT TO STM
EQUIPMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $99,100
E. REMOVED FROM CONSENT
F. GN 2000-053 CONSIDERATION OF COVENANT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 17,
STONEYBROOKE ADDITION - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-036
Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Welch, to approve the
remaining item on the Consent Agenda.
Motion carried 6-0.
6E.
GN 2000-046 INTERNET TAXATION FAIRNESS-
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-034
APPROVED
Mayor Pro Tem Welch moved, seconded by Councilwoman Johnson, to approve
Resolution No. 2000-034 supporting Internet Taxation Fairness.
Motion carried 6-0.
7.
GN 2000-044 ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
APPROVED
Councilwoman Johnson nominated Councilman Welch as Mayor Pro Tem. The
nomination was seconded by Councilman Metts.
Motion carried 5-1; Councilwoman Johnson, Councilmen Welch, Metts, Phifer and
Tolbert voting for and Councilman Trevino voting against.
8.
GN 2000-045 EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION OF STATE FUNDS
FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS -
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-033
APPROVED
Chief Shockley explained the Tarrant County Commissioner's Court has requested area
cities encourage their State legislative delegation to support a request before the House
and Senate leadership. The request seeks an emergency appropriation of State
general revenue to offset a funding shortfall at the Texas Commission on Alcohol and
Drug Abuse.
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Councilman Phifer moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino, to approve Resolution
No. 2000-033.
Motion carried 6-0.
9.
GN 2000-047 APPOINTMENT TO PLACE 7 ON THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPROVED
Councilman Trevino moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Welch, to appoint Mr.
Richard Davis to Place 7 on the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Capital
Improvement Advisory Committee, term expiring June 30, 2001.
Motion carried 6-0.
10.
GN 2000-048 CONSIDERATION OF TXU FILING CASE
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-032
APPROVED
Mr. Vick advised TXU filed a tariff case closing, modifying, and deleting certain existing
tariffs. Resolution No. 2000-032 denies the tariff filing.
Councilman Tolbert moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino, to approve Resolution
No. 2000-032.
Motion carried 6-0.
11.
GN 2000-049 PARK & RECREATION BOARD RECOMMENDATION FOR
TRIBUTE AT THORNBRIDGE PARK
APPROVED
Mr. Dwayne Leslie presented the Park Board's recommendation to add a memorial
plaza with pedestal monument honoring Mr. J.B. Sandlin at Thornbridge Neighborhood
Park and/or inclusion of a plaque in his honor at a future proposed "Wall of Fame" at
the new Town Center Recreation Center to be under construction in the upcoming
years.
Councilman Tolbert asked if Council approval of a monument on Thornbridge Trail
would preclude J.B. Sandlin from being on the "Hall of Fame".
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Mr. Leslie advised Council that Mr. Sandlin could be on both.
Councilman Trevino had a question on point of order. He asked if this action would
require a majority vote or would a variance from this request require a super majority,
Mayor advised Council that the request before Council is not to rename a park or street.
Therefore, a simple majority would be required of Council.
Councilman Metts moved to approve GN 2000-049 for a memorial plaza at Thornbridge
Park and plaque at the "Hall of Fame", with the condition that Council rename the park
after Mr. J.B. Sandlin. If Council has to suspend the ordinance, as was done in the
past, then Council needs to do that.
Rex McEntire, City Attorney, advised Council that in the previous case Council had a ~
vote to suspend the five (5) items at the end of Ordinance 1866. The problem herein is
the request to rename the park was not posted on the agenda for Council
consideration. A Council Member has the option of placing it on the next Council
Meeting Agenda. It will be up to the Mayor if he wants to accept the motion.
Councilman Metts asked if this could be considered for request as an amended motion.
Mayor Scoma advised Councilmen Metts that the renaming of the park could not be
heard tonight since the request was not on the agenda for Council action and it must be
discussed first in Pre-Council.
Councilwoman Johnson asked Mr. Entire why Council could not amend a motion.
Mr. McEntire advised Council that they could not vary the first part of the Ordinance No.
1866, which passed by Council. Council has to follow the certain criteria outlined in
Ordinance No. 1866. However, Council can waive the criteria contained in the second
section of Ordinance No. 1866 as was done when naming Linda Spurlock Park.
Mayor Scoma advised Council that they would be out of order on the existing ordinance
in order to take that kind of action tonight.
Councilmen Metts clarified his motion, to accept GN 2000-049 and to put the renaming
of the park on the next agenda.
Mayor Scoma advised Councilman Metts that was a separate issue. The motion on the
floor is regarding the tribute as proposed in GN 2000-049. He asked if he had a motion
in that regard.
Councilwoman Johnson seconded Councilman Metts motion.
Mayor Scoma restated the motion, to follow the recommendation of the Park and
Recreation Board for the tribute in the Thornbridge Park.
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Councilman Trevino asked for clarification that the Council is not voting on the
renaming of Thornbridge Park or at this point putting it on the next agenda in this
motion.
Mayor Scoma said no.
Motion to approve carried 6-0.
12.
GN 2000-050 - CONSIDERATION OF ALL ACTION ON ALL MATTERS PERTAINING
TO THE AWARD AND SALE OF $2,720,000 IN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
AND APPROVE ORDINACE NO. 2476
APPROVED
Mr. Larry Koonce, Finance Director advised Council on May 8 the city received bids for
the sale of $2,720,000 in General Obligation Bonds for projects City Council approved
as part of the 2000 budget in August of last year. Bids for the General Obligation
Bonds were evaluated by Laura Alexander and David Medanich with First Southwest,
Randy Shiflet, Deputy City Manager and himself. Upon acceptance of the best bid, it is
necessary for City Council to award the bid and to approve the ordinance as prepared
by the City's bond counsel, Fulbright and Jaworski.
Mr. Koonce introduced Laura Alexander who summarized the results of the bids.
Councilwoman Johnson moved to accept the bid of Dain Rauscher, Inc. for the
purchase of $2,720,000 "City of North Richland Hills, Texas, General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2000" at a true interest cost of 5.920347% and adopt Ordinance No. 2476
authorizing the issuance of such bonds. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion.
Motion to approve carried 6-0.
13.
GN 2000-051 - CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON ALL MATTERS PERTAINING TO
THE AWARD AND SALE OF $2,315,000 IN TAX AND WATERWORKS AND SEWER
SYSTEM REVENUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION, SERIES 2000 AND
APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 2477
APPROVED
Mr. Koonce advised Council that bids were received on May 8 for the sale of
$2,315,000 in Tax and Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Certificates of
Obligation for projects City Council approved as part of the 2000 budget in August of
last year. Bids for the Tax and Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Certificates of
Obligation were evaluated by Laura Alexander and David Medanich of First Southwest,
Randy Shiflet, Deputy City Manager and himself.
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Councilman Trevino moved to accept the bid of Dain Rauscher, Inc. for the purchase of
$2,315,000 "City of North Richland Hills, Texas, Tax and Waterworks and Sewer
System (Limited Pledge) Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2000" at a true
interest cost of 5.920624% and adopt Ordinance No. 2477 authorizing the issuance of
such Certificates of Obligation. Councilwoman Johnson seconded the motion.
Motion to approve carried 6-0.
14.
GN 2000-052 - CONSIDER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH RSM
INVESTMENTS
APPROVED
Mr. Steve Norwood, Assistant City Manager, advised the item before Council is a major
retail redevelopment project. Staff has been working with George Shrader, Larry Kline
and Burt Collins on the redevelopment of North Hills Mall. The agreement is 100%
based on performance. The tax abatement is over a ten-year period at 50% a year. It
also looks at 80/20 ratio on sales tax rebate up to a maximum dollar amount as well as
a maximum yearly figure. If the mall is not successful the City will not extend the
agreement any longer than 15 years or the dollar amount suggested by Staff.
Staff is very pleased with the agreement. However, there are some minor wording
changes that we would ask should Council approve agreement that you do with the
stipulation of the approval of the City Attorney or City Manager.
Councilwoman Johnson moved to approve GN 2000-052 approving the agreement as
presented to the Council with the minor stated change given to the Council by the Staff
with North Hills Creek Mall and RSM. Councilman Phifer seconded the motion.
Motion to approve carried 6-0.
15.
PW 2000-014 -APROVE REVISION TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DESIGN MANUAL
CONCERNING SOIL RETENTION BLANKETS - RESOL TUION NO. 2000-30
APPROVED
Mr. Greg Dickens, Public Works Director, explained that federal regulations dictate the
construction of channels. Council has shown a concern in the recent months over
erosion control of the earthen channels in the City during and after construction. New
Federal Storm Water Regulations require more stringent control of erosion. Staff has
revised the Public Works Manual to provide for installation of soil retention blankets on
all future earthen channel slopes development in the City and recommends approval of
Resolution No. 2000-30.
Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino to approve PW 2000-14,
Resolution No. 2000-30.
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Motion to approve carried 6-0.
16.
PW 2000-15 - APPROVE RELOCATION OF SIGNS ON RUFE SNOW DRIVE
APPROVED
Councilman Trevino abstained from discussion and voting.
Mr. Mike Curtis, Assistant Public Works Director, advised Council that the City is
currently acquiring right-of-way along Rufe Snow Drive for the Rufe Snow Drive
widening project. Ten signs on Rufe Snow will be impacted due to the widening project.
Six of the signs conform to the Sign Ordinance and four do not conform. Staff is
seeking direction from Council to handle the four signs that do not conform to the City's
Sign Ordinance.
If this project were funded 100% by City funds then the City would not require three of
the four signs to be relocated. Since federal grant money is involved with this project
the City must follow the federal guidelines in acquiring the right-of-way and the
guidelines do not allow encroachments to public right-of-way. Therefore, all signs will
need to be relocated out of the right-of-way.
The City will be required to pay any additional costs associated with the relocation of
the four non-conforming signs. The cost has been estimated to be $140,000. Due to
the fact that there is additional cost to the City, Staff is recommending that we allow the
four impacted non-conforming signs along Rufe Snow Drive to be relocated to an
approved location on site. The signs will be allowed to remain until the ownership of the
property changes or the type of business changes. This recommendation is in
conformance to the sign ordinance.
Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilman Phifer to approve PW 2000-015.
Motion to approve carried 5-0, with Councilman Trevino abstaining.
17.
A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION
The following spoke in opposition of the closing of the GED/ESL classes at the Library:
Hazel Lawarnce, 7432 Maple Drive, North Richland Hills, TX
Denna Martinez, 1200 Fuller Weiser Road, Suite 225, Euless, TX, 76039
Tiffany Plotner, 4809 Colorado Boulevard, North Richland Hills, TX
Herminio Beltran, 3616 Bryce Ave, Apt # 7, Fort Worth, TX
B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS
The 9th Annual Business Appreciation Luncheon is Tuesday, May 16th at 11 :30am.
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NRH20 will be opening for the summer on May 20th with hours from 10:00 am to 6:00
pm.
Corporate Challenge -
Tennis May 7
Billiards May 8th & 9th
Volleyball May 11
5k Run May 13
Registration for Summer Recreation Programs has started.
The City Council will hold a special work session Monday, May 15 beginning at 5:00
pm.
18.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Scoma adjourned the meeting at 8:36 pm.
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