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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2000-10-09 Minutes MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE PRE-COUNCIL ROOM AT CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - OCTOBER 9, 2000 - 5:55 P.M. Present: 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 John Pitstick Jenny Kratz Andy Jones Terry Kinzie John Lynn Mayor Mayor Pro Tem 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 Director of Development Public Information Director Fire Chief Information Services Director Asst. Police Chief ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order at 5:55 p.m. DISCUSS ITEMS Agenda Item No. 12, PZ 2000-20 - Councilman NAN FROM REGULAR Mitchell asked for clarification on whether there was OCTOBER 9, 2000 a valid petition with 20% of the adjacent property CITY COUNCIL owners in opposition. The Attorney advised that the AGENDA petition was still being calculated. Agenda Item 6f, GN 2000-16 - Councilman Phifer NAN questioned if Council had not recently approved a resolution authorizing Investment Officers. The City Manager advised the previous request was to add Toni Van Hooser to the list of authorized individuals. Pre Council Minutes October 9,2000 Page 2 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT This request is to add Keith Wilson who is replacing Kristine Smith. Public Works Director Greg Dickens introduced to the Council Mr. Ross Canton, the new Administrative Assistant in the Public Works Department. IR 2000-129 The City Manager advised that attached to the I R GREG D. PARTICIPATION IN was the draft written presentation to be given to THE TEXAS TxDOT at the October 16 public meeting. Mr. TRANSPORTATION Cunningham explained the meeting would be PLAN informal; a table would be set up to receive written letters or individual comments would be accepted. Mayor Scoma advised of additional items he felt should be included in the written presentation: 1) Davis Boulevard opening up to Hwy. 114; 2) video monitoring of traffic congestion - need monitors in City's Police Dispatch in order to respond faster to situations on IH 820; 3) beautification needs for the IH 820 expansion; 4) encourage TxDOT to support a design bill. Councilman Trevino advised he could not support the design bill. Councilman Trevino felt the design bill was flawed and that it would obstruct small businesses. He advised the Mayor could support the bill individually but he was against the City Council supporting it. The City will present a written presentation at TxDOT's public meeting on October 16, 2000. IR 2000-127 The Public Works Director briefed the Council on NAN DISCUSS REVISION the history of the road hump policy. Councilwoman OF ROAD HUMP Johnson advised she requested this item be placed POLICY on the agenda. Councilwoman Johnson felt that the road humps do not allow large vehicles to travel over them at the posted speed of 20 mph. The Council discussed the purpose of the road humps and concluded that a revision was not needed to the road hump policy. Pre Council Minutes October 9,2000 Page 3 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT IR 2000-128 Mr. Pitstick briefed the Council on a request to limit JOHN P. CONSIDERATION the hours for distribution of handbills and OF LIMITING advertisements on private property. Mr. Pitstick HOURS FOR explained that a section could be added to the DISTRIBUTION OF Nuisance Ordinance to limit the hours of the WRITTEN distribution of handbills on private property. The ANNOUNCEMENTS Council expressed concern that the ordinance ON PRIVATE would exclude the delivery of newspapers during PROPERTY the early morning hours. The Council also discussed how daylight savings time would affect the ordinance. It was suggested that the hours be limited to between sunup and sundown and that by using the wording "unsolicited materials" newspaper deliveries would not be limited. The consensus of the Council was to limit the hours for distribution of written announcements on private property to between sunup and sundown and that wording such as unsolicited materials be added to exclude newspapers. IR 2000-130 The City Manager briefed the Council on the escrow GREG D.lSTEVE N. REVIEW ESCROW policy for North Tarrant Parkway. Council was POLICY FOR advised that Commissioner Whitley is willing to NORTH TARRANT provide labor and equipment for excavation, PARKWAY stabilization of subgrade and asphalt paving of North Tarrant from Precinct to IH 35. Mr. Whitley was advised of Council's desire for concrete rather than asphalt. Mr. Whitley is investigating the County putting together a concrete crew, but the crew will not ready until late next summer. Mr. Dickens reviewed the timeline for improving the section of North Tarrant Parkway from Precinct Line Road to 600 feet west of Davis Boulevard utilizing Tarrant County for a portion of the construction and collecting escrow from any adjacent property platted or replatted on North Tarrant Parkway in the future. Council expressed concerns with the County participating. It was felt that it would take the County too long; that the project should be bid and done through escrows and assessments and other financing. The City Manager advised that the engineering and design could be started while staff identified other funding options, i.e., bonds, certificates of obligation; federal funds, state funds. After discussion, the consensus of the Council was for staff to move forward with the engineering and design and begin obtaining the escrows and Pre Council Minutes October 9, 2000 Page 4 ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT assessments. Staff will look at funding options and present a recommendation for Council's consideration after the completion of the design and engineering work. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma announced at 6:43 p.m. that the meeting would adjourn to Executive Session for consultation with the Attorney as authorized by Government Code §551.071 for the following cases: 1) Risheg v. NRH; 2) Livergood v. NRH and 3) Gonzalez v. N RH. The Executive Session adjourned at 6:53 p.m. to the regular Council meeting with no action required. Charles Scoma (Ou ATTEST: eaf/VitiL~ 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 - OCTOBER 09, 2000 - 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order October 09, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL 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 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 Tolbert led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PRESENTATION OF FIRE PREVENTION WEEK PROCLAMATION Mayor Scoma presented Fire Chief Andy Jones and Fire Marshal Mike Duncan with a proclamation. PRESENTATION OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS PROCLAMATION City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 2 Mayor Scoma proclaimed the month as National Breast Awareness Month and October 20 as National Mammography Day. Ms. Donna Crawford representing the American Cancer Society received the proclamation. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED A. APPROVAL OF PRE-COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25, 2000 B. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 25,2000 C. GN 2000-113 - SET DATE FOR LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT PUBLIC HEARING D. GN 2000-114 - AMENDING AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE LIST FOR TEXPOOL - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-075 E. GN 2000-115 -AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR PLEDGEE SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION FORM - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-076 F. GN 2000-116 - AUTHORIZE INVESTMENT OFFICERS - RESOLUTION NO. 2000- 077 G. PU 2000-044 - AWARD ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR PRINTERS TO SDF PROFESSIONAL COMPUTERS - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-073 H. PU 2000-045 - AUTHORIZE CONTRACT EXTENSION TO SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS FOR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-074 I. PW 2000-029 - VACATE A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT LOCATED IN TOWN CENTER - L.C. WALKER SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1652 - ORDINANCE NO. 2520 City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 3 J. PW 2000-030 - VACATE THREE PERMANENT DRAINAGE EASEMENTS LOCATED IN TOWN CENTER, L.C. WALKER SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1652 AND J. BARLOUGH SURVEY, ABSTRACT 130 - ORDINANCE NO. 2519 K. PAY 2000-05 - APPROVE FINAL PAY ESTIMATE NO.7 IN THE AMOUNT OF $43,360.09 TO WALT WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR BLANEY AVENUE PAVING IMPROVEMENT Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino to approve the consent agenda as read. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 7. PS 2000-37 - MOTION TO RECONSIDER THE REQUEST OF JOE WADE FOR A REPLAT OF LOT 1R, EATON ADDITION (THIS 1.5641 ACRE TRACT IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HARMONSON ROAD AND RUFE SNOW DRIVE) APPROVED Ms. Joelyn Beringer representing Mr. Wade was available to answer questions from Council. 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 Trevino moved to approve PS 2000-37 for replat of Lot 1 R, Block 1, Eaton Addition. Councilman Phifer seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 8. PS 2000-28 - CONSIDER REPLAT OF LOTS 1RA & 3R2A, BLOCK 7, INDUSTRIAL PARK ADDITION AS REQUESTED BY IRVING M. GROVES, III, REPRESENTED BY SHEMWELL - CARTER RESTAURANTS (SONIC). THIS 2.31 ACRE TRACT IS LOCATED AT 5647 RUFE SNOW DRIVE. APPROVED Councilman Phifer abstained from voting and discussion. Mr. David Carter explained the nature of his request. City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 4 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 Councilwoman Johnson to approve PS 2000- 28. Motion to approve carried 6-0; with Councilman Phifer abstaining. 9. PS 2000-43 - CONSIDER FINAL PLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, TAPP II ADDITION AS REQUESTED BY ZONE SYSTEMS, INC., (THIS 21.33 ACRE TRACT LOCATED AT 5201 RUFE SNOW DRIVE) APPROVED Mr. Peter Kavanaugh of Zone Systems, Inc. summarized his request. The purpose of this plat is to add additional land for a parking lot on the west side of what is currently the Richland Pointe Business Center. The parking lot will be used for vehicles associated with the new employer. Applicant is asking that a new sidewalk be added in front of the new addition to the property up to the nearest driveway. Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Development, addressed the request as it relates to city codes and ordinances. The Planning and Zoning Commission at their September 14 meeting recommended waiver of the new sidewalks with the exception of the following: sidewalks be added along the North side of Combs Drive from the Southwest corner of this tract to the first drive entry on Combs. Councilman Metts moved to approve PS 2000-43 with the inclusion of the new sidewalk as stated by applicant. Councilwoman Johnson seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 10. PZ 2000-39 - CONSIDER SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR NET CHURCH LOCATED AT 8203 STARNES, BEING LOT 11, BLOCK 6, CRESTWOOD ESTATES APPROVED Mr. Ernest Herrera, architect, came forward and 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 City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 5 Zoning Commission. Mr. Pitstick advised Council that applicant has negotiated a shared access easement with Winn-Dixie to the east. Councilman Phifer moved, seconded by Councilman Mitchell to approve PZ 2000-39. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 11. PZ 2000-23 - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF QUIKTRIP CORPORATION, REPRESENTED BY MCDONALD & ASSOCIATES, FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS SALES WITHIN 200 FEET OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY AT 5600 DAVIS, BEING TRACT 17 J OUT OF THE W. W. WALLACE SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1606. REQUEST BY APPLICANT TO CONTINUE TO OCTOBER 23, 2000 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. TABLED Councilman Phifer abstained from discussion and voting. Mayor Scoma advised Council that staff received a request from the applicant to table this item until October 23,2000. Ms. Brenda McDonald, representing applicant, advised Council that the Planning and Zoning Commission tabled this item at their October 12 meeting. The Planning and Zoning Commission felt this would allow applicant time to address a couple of issues. Ms. McDonald is requesting Council to table this item until October 23, 2000. Councilman Mitchell moved to table PZ 2000-23 until October 23, 2000. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Motion to table carried 6-0 with Councilman Phifer abstaining. 12. PZ 2000-20 - SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF WINKELMANN & ASSOCIATES FOR AZONING CHANGE ON 17.380 ACRES FROM R1 SINGLE FAMILY AND C1 COMMERCIAL TO PD-PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR HOME DEPOT, A HOME IMPROVEMENT CENTER WITH OUTDOOR SALES AND DISPLAY. (THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PRECINCT LINE ROAD AND MID-CITIES BOULEVARD IN THE 9100 BLOCK OF MID CITIES BOULEVARD) - ORDINANCE NO. 2521 APPROVED Mr. Michael Clark of Winkelmann & Associates summarized his request. City Council Minutes October 09, 2000 Page 6 Mr. Pitstick, Director of Development gave the following case chronology: September 25, 2000 - Public Hearing and recommendation of denial by the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing and 5-2 vote by City Council to approve Ordinance No. 2483 with stipulations Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of Final Plat for Home Depot City Council approves Final Plat for Home Depot April 27, 2000 - May 22, 2000 - September 14, 2000- This request is a re-hearing of a zoning request originally heard on May 22, 2000. As a result of a pending law suit, Winkelmann has requested to re-hear this case with a full 15-day newspaper notice. Specific changes made from the original site plan and are shown on the new site plan include: · Relocating an 8 foot masonry wall closer to the building · Providing an 80 to 100 foot landscaped buffer channel to the north, west and south side of the building · Significant increases in trees and landscaping in buffer areas · Changing the exterior façade to a split face concrete with limestone veneer finish · Deleting outside storage areas fronting Mid Cities Boulevard. All outside storage areas to be directly in front of building and not to be located in parking lot area. · Restricted access to Precinct Line Road at Wayne and no additional driveways for out parcels to Precinct Line Road · Providing traffic light at Mid Cities Boulevard at Home Depot's expense (across from the street from high school stadium) The following were stipulations made at the May 22, 2000 City Council meeting. · Hours of Operation for Home Improvement Center - 6:00am to 10:00 pm Monday through Saturday and 8:00am to 7:00pm on Sundays · Truck Delivery Hours for Home Improvement Center - 7:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Saturday with no truck deliveries on Sunday · Main Access to Precinct Line Road - No north bound left turns permitted City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 7 · Access to Martin Road - Right out only allowed with a truck barrier to only allow customer traffic · Traffic Signal at Mid Cities access - A fully accessible traffic signal shall be installed at the total expense of the home improvement center · Deliveries on the northeast of the home improvement center be limited to tool pick up and delivery by the public. · Deliveries on the northwest side of the home improvement center be limited to lumber pick up and delivery · No overnight parking and storage of trucks or trailers allowed on the site The request before Council is the same exact case brought before them at their May 22,2000 meeting with one exception. Home Depot is requesting an option to the right out access on Martin Road depending on the ability of Home Depot acquiring the necessary access easements to Martin Road. Council discussed the item. Councilman Phifer inquired about a request he made when the Council heard the final plat at their September 25 meeting. He made the request to include the maintenance of the channel be made party to the plat in the form of a covenant. He was advised at the Council meeting that the maintenance of the channel was part of the PD-Planned Development. He does not see it and wants to know if it got included on the plat. Mr. Greg Dickens, Director of Public Works, advised Councilman Phifer the applicant is being required to sign a maintenance agreement. Mayor Scoma opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak in opposition of the request to come forward. The following people spoke in opposition: Randy Alderman, David Watson (spoke for a group of 10 people), Dennis Buckingham (spoke for a group of 10 people), Katherine Robinson, Earnest Bernard, Jo-Anne Beveridge, Myrtis Byrd, Bobbie Eddins, Robin Eddins, Charles Rogers, Faye Rogers, and Claudia Thompson. Mayor Scoma recognized Andra and Richard Bennett. They are in opposition to the request, but did not request to speak. The Mayor advised Council he received a petition in opposition of the request. There being no one else wishing to speak in opposition Mayor Scoma asked for anyone speaking in favor to come forward. Mr. Harvey Greenwald and Michael Clark spoke in favor of the request. City Council Minutes October 09, 2000 Page 8 Mayor Scoma recognized MaryBeth and Larry Frazee. They are in favor of request, but did not request to speak. Councilwoman Johnson moved to approve PZ 2000-20, Ordinance No. 2521 with the only change from the May 22, 2000 site plan approval to allow the optional right out only access to Martin. Mayor Pro Tem Welch seconded the motion. Councilman Metts left the room at 8:59 pm. Councilman Metts returned to the room at 9:02 pm. Councilman Mitchell asked Councilwoman Johnson to amend her motion to have no exit on Martin and open exit/entrances on Precinct Line Road and Mid Cities Boulevard. Mayor Pro Tem Welch called point of order. He thinks Council should take into consideration what will happen to the northwest corner of Martin. It is zoned commercial and what Council decides tonight may have an impact on this property. Councilwoman Johnson denied Councilman Mitchell's amendment. Councilman Mitchell is concerned that Council is in the process of piece-mealing Martin Drive. In the past Council has discussed their concern with piece-mealing a street. Councilman Mitchell asked Councilwoman Johnson to amend her motion to include an optional right out for Home Depot on Martin and unlimited access onto Precinct Line Road. Councilwoman Johnson amended her motion. Mayor Pro Tem Welch seconded the amendment. After discussion regarding northbound access on Precinct Line Road Councilman Mitchell asked for an amendment to the motion. He asked Councilwoman Johnson to include the provision that there be signage indicating there will be no left turns (northbound access) onto Precinct Line Road between the hours of 7:30 am - 9:00 am and 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Councilwoman Johnson amended her motion to include the provision. Mayor Pro Tem Welch seconded the amendment. Councilman Metts suggested Home Depot put a gate or blockade to eliminate patrons from going northbound onto Precinct Line Road. Mayor Scoma advised Council they could address the issue when an ordinance is brought before them regarding the signage and exits onto Precinct Line Road. City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 9 Motion to approve carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Welch, Councilmen Mitchell, Metts, Trevino, Tolbert and Councilwoman Johnson voting for and Councilman Phifer voting against. 13. GN 2000-117 - CONSIDERATION OF JOINING THE CITY OF DENTON VS.TXU ELECTRIC AND GAS LITIGATION - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-080 APPROVED Mr. Greg Vick, Managing Director Community Services, advised Council that the City of Denton has filed suit against TXU Electric and Gas and has asked North Richland Hills and other cities to join their case. Earlier this year Wharton, Galveston, and Pasadena won a multimillion dollar judgement against HL&P (Houston Lighting & Power). HL&P is now known as Reliant Energy. The case was based on claims by the cities that HL&P had intentionally underpaid franchise fees to the cities. The City of Denton filed suit against TXU Electric and Gas on similar issues. The City of Denton advised North Richland Hills if we wish to join this case we need to act by October 20, 2000. The city can join this suit by adopting an ordinance or resolution by October 20th. The cost would be $.25 per capita based on our 1990 census and needs to be paid by October 31. Mr. Vick has had discussions with Mr. Steve Johnson of TXU Electric and Gas. He verbally indicated there was no need to join the litigation. TXU would be willing to make each city whole based upon the outcome from the litigation. He and Mr. Johnson have discussed putting TXU's commitment in writing. Mr. Vick advised Council that Mr. Steve Johnson with TXU Electric and Gas is present along with Mike Bucek of Bucek & Frank (one of the attorneys representing the City of Denton). Councilwoman Johnson left the room at 9:57 pm. Councilwoman Johnson returned to the meeting at 9:59 pm. Mayor Scoma asked why there was a drop-dead date of October 20. Mr. Vick referred that question to Mr. Bucek. Councilman Phifer left the room at 9:59 pm. Councilman Phifer returned to the meeting at 10:03 pm. Mr. Bucek advised Council that November 1 is the date the lawsuit will be switched over from a City of Denton lawsuit to the list of steering committee of cities. On October 21st his firm will come up with a ballot. Every city that has passed a resolution by October 21st can nominate an individual from their city to serve as an officer on the steering City Council Minutes October 09,2000 Page 10 committee. If there are 29 or less cities there will be a three-person steering committee. If there are 30 or more cities there will be a five-person steering committee. The ballot will be sent out on October 21. The cities will vote for a representative on the steering committee. The drop-dead date is for the cities that want to be represented by the steering committee. If North Richland Hills is not interested in voting for a representative the drop-dead date is October 31,2000. Mayor Scoma recognized Mr. Johnson. He asked Mr. Johnson to address the issue of the agreement that would protect the city should deficiencies be found in TXU Electric and Gas records. Mr. Johnson advised Council that TXU has offered North Richland Hills the opportunity to speak with their lawyers. At this time staff has not agreed to meet with TXU's lawyers. Mayor Scoma asked Mr. Johnson if TXU would submit a letter to the City of North Richland Hills stating that TXU would make North Richland Hills whole should there be deficiencies uncovered as a result of this lawsuit. Mr. Johnson advised Council that he would not mind writing a letter to the city stating if a deficiency is found in this lawsuit that TXU would review and audit the franchise fees. If there is anything found to be wrong TXU would make North Richland Hills whole. Councilman Phifer asked Mr. McEntire if our franchise agreement with TXU has a provision for audit. Mr. McEntire advised Council the city has an option to audit, but the city is limited in its ability to do so. The city has to hire an expert to audit the franchise agreement. Mr. McEntire suggests that TXU be bound by the terms of the Denton case and hold North Richland Hills harmless together with any penalty and interest they owe the city. Councilman Trevino left the room at 10:24 pm. Councilman Trevino returned to the meeting at 10:26 pm. Councilman Phifer clarified with Mr. Johnson that TXU would provide the city with a letter, which stated any finding that resulted in a beneficial impact to the City of North Richland Hills, TXU would make the city whole. Mr. Johnson advised Council he is confident that TXU would make the city whole if any findings were found that would impact TXU as it relates to North Richland Hills agreement. Councilwoman Johnson asked for Mr. Cunningham's opinion on the matter before Council. City Council Minutes October 09, 2000 Page 11 Mr. Cunningham advised Council he would suggest Council pass the resolution, but also request TXU to provide the city with a letter containing information that satisfies the City Attorney and the city would not enter the lawsuit. He believes the most desirable thing for Council is obtaining the letter from TXU. Councilman Trevino moved to adopt the resolution with the addendum this resolution shall be of no force and effect if TXU executes an appropriate hold harmless agreement approved by the City Attorney and the City Manager. Councilwoman Johnson seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 5-2; with Councilmen Mitchell, Metts, Trevino, Tolbert and Councilwoman Johnson voting for and Mayor Pro Tem Welch and Councilman Phifer voting against. 14. GN 2000-118 -APPROVAL OF NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND REMOVAL OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR NON- ATTENDANCE APPROVED Ms. Paulette Hartman, Assistant to City Manager, summarized GN 2000-118. In July the Youth Advisory Council appointed 14 members to the committee. The by-laws allow for the appointment of 16 members. Two applications were received and the committee reviewed the applicants at their last meeting. The committee is recommending the following applicants be appointed to the Youth Advisory Committee for two-year terms, expiring in May 31,2002: Ryan Shiflet, Richland High School and Kendra Newton, Birdville High School In addition, two members have not attended any meetings since August. The committee is recommending removal of Kira Christopher and Blair Stewart both of Richland High School. The committee recommends Kendahl Brown of Haltom High School and Tiffany Sikes of Richland High School to fulfill the remainder of the term expiring May 31,2001. Councilman Trevino moved to approve the recommendation. Councilman Tolbert seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 15. GN 2000-119 - RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE DALLAS 2012 BID COMMITTEE City Council Minutes October 09, 2000 Page 12 IN ITS EFFORTS TO SECURE THE 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES FOR THE DALLAS/FT. WORTH REGION - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-078 APPROVED Ms. Paulette Hartman summarized GN 2000-119. Councilwoman Johnson moved, seconded by Councilman Metts to approve GN 2000- 119, Resolution No. 2000-078. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 16. A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION None. B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Fire Department - Sixth Annual Open House on Saturday, October 14 to be held at Fire Station # 4, 7202 Dick Fisher Drive and will begin at 10:00 a.m. For more information you can call 427-6900. Paws to Recycle - Recycle your aluminum cans at the Animal Shelter. Funds from the recycling benefit the NRH Animal Shelter. The Animal Shelter is located at 7200 Dick Fisher. For more information you can call 427-6570. 16. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma adjourned the meeting at 10:55 pm. U ATTEST: rYdtvitd ~ ~t~a Hutson - City Secretary