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Home My WebLink AboutCC 2000-07-10 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 - JULY 10, 2000 - 5:45 P.M. Charles Scoma Lyle E. Welch Russell Mitchell 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 Paulette Hartman Rex McEntire Greg Dickens Larry Koonce Andy Jones John Pitstick Jenny Kratz Mike Curtis Adam Miles Mayor Mayor Pro T em Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Community Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Adm. Asst. to City Manager Attorney Public Works Director Finance Director Fire Chief Director of Development Public Information Director Assistant Public Works Director Planner ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. DISCUSS ITEMS Councilman Metts brought to the Staff's attention FROM REGULAR that the Planning & Zoning Minutes had not been JUL Y 10, 2000 CITY included with the Planning Cover Sheets. He COUNCIL AGENDA advised that he would like to have the minutes included for each of the planning cases. Staff advised that Planning and Zoning had just met and the minutes had not yet been approved. Agenda Item 6d - GN 2000-067 - Councilman Trevino questioned if Doskocil Food Service had attempted to address the parking problem through I its employees. Staff advised that Doskocil's Pre Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 2 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT attempts to stop the parking of their employees on the street had not been successful and they were asking the City for assistance. Agenda Item 6e - PW 2000-021 - Councilman Trevino questioned the large difference between the low bidder and the second low bidder. Staff advised the low bidder was aware that he had left a lot of money on the table but that he had a crew that he needed to put to work. IR 2000-091 Mr. Pitstick requested Council direction on seeking JOHN P. COMPREHENSIVE public input to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. LAND USE PLAN- The tentative schedule is for the Planning and CALENDAR AND Zoning Commission to hold a public hearing on PROCESS FOR August 24 and to suspend their recommendation to PUBLIC the Council until after the September 7 Town Hall INVOLVEMENT Public Hearing with Planning & Zoning and City Council. The consensus of the Council was not to hold any public hearings until the Council had an opportunity to review the proposed plan. The Council set a joint work session for August 21 at 5:30 p.m. to review the plan with the Planning and Zoning Commission. IR 2000-93 Staff reviewed with Council the tax abatement JOHN P. PROPOSED TAX application by Pretty M.T., LP for 50% tax ABATEMENT FOR abatement for 10 years for improvements to RICH LAND POINTE Richland Pointe Mall. Pretty M.T. will be making a BUSINESS CENTER minimum of $4.38 million in real improvements for Software Spectrum. The benefits to be received from the abatement will include the 1) creation of 600 new jobs with an estimated annual payroll of $18.5 million; 2) an incentive to encourage the redevelopment and repositioning of an old outdated retail facility to a modern office and business center; 3) increasing total property values by a minimum of $12.6 million; 4) abating a minimum of approximately $125,000 in exchange for approximately $400,000 of additional property taxes over a ten year period; and 5) incentives for prospective tenants to fill the remaining available lease space. Formal action taken on this item at the regular Council meeting. Pre Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 3 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT IR 2000-092 Mr. Shiflet briefed the Council on a proposed RANDY S. PROPOSED ordinance that will be brought to the Council in the ORDINANCE BI- near future that will amend the Building Code and DIRECTIONAL require developers of large facilities to conduct AMPLIFIERS testing to ensure the transmission of police and fire radio signals. If the signals were not adequate the developers would be required to pay for the installation of an antenna system. The antenna system will extend police and fire coverage into areas of buildings that cannot receive radio signals or need boosted signals. The ordinance is being brought to the Council as a result of a radio signal problem caused by the construction of a large facility that will not allow the Police and Fire to transmit and receive radio signals. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma announced at 6:20 p.m. that the meeting would adjourn to Executive Session for deliberation regarding real property as authorized by Government Code §551.052 for land acquisition for City Building. The Executive Session adjourned at 6:49 p.m. to the regular Council meeting with no action required. cu .~~ Charles Scoma - Ma r ATTEST: ~,¿~ atncla Hutson - City Secretary MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - JULY 10, 2000 - 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order July 10, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. Present: Charles Scoma Lyle E. Welch Russell Mitchell Frank Metts, Jr. JoAnn Johnson Don Phifer Joe D. Tolbert T. Oscar Trevino, Jr. Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Randy Shiflet Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson Rex McEntire ROLL CALL 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 Pastor Kevin Burke of Maplewood Baptist Church led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATION - PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Mayor Scoma presented a proclamation to Jim Browne, Parks and Recreation Director. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA City Council Minutes July 10,2000 Page 2 Councilman Phifer removed Item 6D from the Consent Agenda. 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED A. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 26, 2000 B. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 26, 2000 C. AMENDMENT TO SECTION 5.5 OF THE COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE (PUBLIC HEARINGS / PRESENTATIONS)- ORDINANCE NO. 2488 D. APPROVE "NO PARKING AT ANYTIME" ZONE ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BROWNING COURT (FROM WULlGER WAY WEST TO THE END OF THE CUL- DE-SAC) - ORDINANCE NO. 2489 - (REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA) E. AWARD OF BID FOR THE JOHNSON GROUND STORAGE TANK REHABILITATION AND REPAINTING/2000 TO CORROSION ELIMINATORS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $121,191.00 Councilman Mitchell moved to approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Welch seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 6D. GN 2000-067 - APPROVE "NO PARKING AT ANYTIME" ZONE ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BROWNING COURT (FROM WULlGER WAY WEST TO THE END OF THE CUL-DE-SAC) - ORDINANCE NO. 2489 APPROVED Councilman Phifer noted a conflicting statement regarding placement of the "No Parking Signs". He moved to approve Ordinance No. 2489 with the provision that the "No Parking Signs" be installed on the south side of the right-of-way. Councilwoman Johnson seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. ,.' '~-"""'-'''-'-'~'''---'~-'-"~~--'~----'- City Council Minutes July 1 0, 2000 Page 3 7. PS 2000-09 - REQUEST OF KELLER-SMITHFIELD ROAD, L TD FOR A FINAL PLAT OF BRANDONWOOD ESTATES, PHASE II. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SMITHFIELD ROAD AND SHADY GROVE ROAD APPROVED Mr. Owen D. Long, representing John Barfield, summarized applicant's request. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Development, addressed the request as it relates to city codes and ordinances and summarized recommendations of staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilwoman Johnson to approve PS 2000- 09. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 8. LRC 2000-05 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF WHITE & DAVIS, LLP FOR A VARIANCE TO THE REQUIRED LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS ON LOT 3, BLOCK 1, NOB HILL NORTH ADDITION. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 9284 HUNTINGTON SQUARE APPROVED Mr. Kent Davis, applicant, summarized his request. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Development, addressed the request as it relates to city codes and ordinances and summarized recommendations of staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission. 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 Welch moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino to approve LRC 2000- 05. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 9. PZ 2000-29 - REQUEST OF WHITE & DAVIS, LLP FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN 200 FEET OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY ON LOT 3, BLOCK 1, NOB HILL NORTH ADDITION. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 9284 HUNTINGTON SQUARE APPROVED City Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 4 Mr. Kent Davis summarized his request. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Development, addressed the request as it relates to city codes and ordinances and summarized recommendations of staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Mitchell moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Welch to approve PZ 2000- 29. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 10. GN 2000-068 - PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION FOR TAX ABATEMENT BY PRETTY M.T., LP FOR RICHLAND POINTE BUSINESS CENTER - ORDINANCE NO. 2490 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-049 APPROVED Mr. Marty Wieder, representing applicant, outlined applicant's request. Mr. John Pitstick advised Council of staff recommendations: (1) Approve Ordinance No. 2490 designating a reinvestment zone pursuant to Section 312.401 of the Texas Property and Redevelopment Act, and (2) Approve Resolution No. 2000-049 approving the application of Pretty M.T., LP and authorize the City Manager to execute the Abatement Contract in accordance with the Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatement in Reinvestment Zones Created in the City of North Rich/and Hills. Councilman Trevino advised staff of an error in the contract under terms and conditions. The abated tax years should be from 2001 through 2010. The original document inadvertently left out 2005. 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. Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilman Tolbert to approve GN 2000- 068, Ordinance No. 2490 and Resolution No. 2000-049. Motion to approve carried 7-0. City Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 5 11. GN 2000-069 - APPROVAL OF NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPROVED Ms. Patricia Hutson, City Secretary, read into record the new committee members and returning members. New Committee Members (two year term) Stefanie Stewart, Richland High School; Laura Hawkins, Richland High School; Amanda Leslie, Richland High School; Josh Harding, Birdville High School; Michelle Ringquist, Haltom High School; and Jennifer Duranczyk, Haltom High School Returning Committee Members (two year term) Blair Stewart, Richland High School; Kerry McGraw, Nolan High School; Elizabeth Roll, Nolan High School; and Billy Stowolski, Nolan High School Councilman Trevino moved, seconded by Councilman Metts to approve recommendation for new and re-appointed committee members. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 12. GN 2000-070 - APPOINTMENTS TO PLACE 6 ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPROVED Ms. Patricia Hutson read into record the following nominations for Place 6 all expiring June 30, 2002. Beautification Commission Board of Adjustment Board of Appeals Cable Television Board Capital Improvement Advisory Committee/ Planning and Zoning Commission Library Board Park and Recreation Board Teen Court Advisory Board Town Hall Committee Kathy Lupe David Whitson Michael Augustin Scott Pollard James Laubacher Lynn Waller Dewayne Leslie Cindy Ward Scott Pollard Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilman Phifer to approve appointments as read by the City Secretary. Motion to approve carried 7-0. City Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 6 13. PW 2000-022 - APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH KNOWL TON-ENGLlSH-FLOWERS, INC. FOR WATER AND WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE UPDATE STUDY - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-044 APPROVED Mr. Greg Dickens, Public Works Director summarized agreement. The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) met on June 29,2000 and reviewed the status of the Impact Fee Program. The CIAC noted conditions in North Richland Hills have changed significantly form those assumed in 1996/1997. Growth has been at a faster rate than predicted and the Town Center has brought a new zoning category to approximately 300 acres. Therefore, the CIAC and staff are recommending a total review of the Land Use Assumptions and the Capital Improvements Plan for the impact fees be made. After review of several proposals from qualified engineering firms, it was determined by staff that Knowlton-English-Flowers, Inc. (KEF) is most qualified to conduct the update study. KEF will provide basic engineering services for a cost not to exceed $99,980. Councilman Trevino moved to approve Resolution No. 2000-044 and revise the 1999/2000 CIP Budget to include this project. Mayor Pro Tem Welch seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 14. PW 2000-023 - DETERMINE THE RUFE SNOW DRIVE/GLENVIEW DRIVE INTERSECTION PROJECT IS A PUBLIC NECESSITY AND APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH TARRANT COUNTY FOR ASSISTANCE WITH RIGHT OF-WAY-ACQUISITION - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-048 APPROVED Councilman Trevino abstained from discussion and voting. Mr. Mike Curtis, Public Works Assistant Director, advised Council that the city received authorization from the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) on June 5, 2000 that the right-of-way process could begin on the Rufe Snow Drive/Glenview Drive Intersection project. The city is receiving federal funds for this project and must follow all federal guidelines in acquiring the right-of-way. Resolution No. 2000-048 determines a public necessity exists for the accomplishment of this project and authorizes City Manager to enter into an agreement with Tarrant County to assist the city in acquiring the right-of-way. Tarrant County will furnish the staff necessary to coordinate the appraisals and to acquire the right-of-way. The city will only need to pay for the cost of the appraisals and the cost to purchase the property. City Council Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 7 Councilman Phifer moved, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to approve Resolution No. 2000-048. Motion to approve carried 6-0 with Councilman Trevino abstaining. 15. A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION None. B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS July 14 - 16,2000 T AAF Girls State Softball Championships July 22,2000 Rec Fest 9:30 a.m. - 1 :30 p.m. North East Mall 16. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma adjourned the meeting at 7:51 pm. ATTEST: ØM2tMti~ Patricia Hutson - City Secretary