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Home My WebLink AboutCC 2001-10-08 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 - OCTOBER 08, 2001 - 5:15 P.M. Charles Scoma Russell Mitchell Lyle E. Welch Frank Metts, Jr. JoAnn Johnson David Whitson Joe D. Tolbert T. Oscar Trevino, Jr. Larry J. Cunningham Randy Shiflet Steve Norwood Greg Vick Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson Rex McEntire Paulette Hartman Mike Curtis John Pitstick Jenny Kratz Terry Kinzie Cathy Horton Larry Koonce Pam Burney Dena Milner Stephanie East Debora Heizer Mayor Mayor Pro Tern Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Community Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary City Attorney Asst. to the City Manager Public Works Director Director of Development Public Information Director Information Services Director Zoning Administrator Finance Director Environmental Services Director Code Enforcement Officer Code Enforcement Officer Code Enforcement Officer ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. DISCUSS ITEMS Agenda Item No.9 - GN 2001-100 - FROM REGULAR Councilman Whitson verified that concrete OCTOBER 08, 2001 streets will not have road humps. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Mr. Mike Curtis advised council that streets constructed of concrete would not have road humps. Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell inquired if the minimum feet between road humps had changed. Mr. Curtis advised council the ordinance was changed to read a minimum of 400 feet. Pre Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 2 Agenda Item No.8 - GN 2001-099 - Councilman Metts inquired about the fifteen percent increase at the beginning of each renewal term. Councilman Metts wanted to know if this amount would be efficient in the future. Mr. Larry Cunningham advised council staff had negotiated the percentage amount. Councilwoman Johnson asked staff why the city was not requiring landscaping around the existing building. Mr. Randy Shiflet advised council South Western Bell owns the existing building. At the time South Western Bell constructed the building the city required Southwestern Bell to build a brick, pitch roof building. The building blends well with the neighborhood. The new building will match the existing South Western Bell building. Agenda Item No.1 0 - GN 2001-101 - Councilman Metts asked staff if students from Haltom High will remain on the Youth Advisory Committee. Mr. Cunningham advised council that students from Haltom High would remain on the Youth Advisory Committee. Agenda Item No.7- PS 2001-34 - Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell asked why staff could not approve the change instead of bringing back before council. Mr. Cunningham advised council that it was identified on the plat and any minor change would need to come back before council. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the state does allow staff to administer approval, but council would need to pass an ordinance giving staff that authorization. Mr. Cunningham advised council that staff is looking at proposing an ordinance that would Pre Council Minutes October 08, 2001 Page 3 allow staff to administer approval on minor changes to a plat. However, it is a city council policy that no plats be placed on the consent agenda. NAN IR 2001-148 Ms. Jenny Kratz informed council of the steps REVIEW that staff is taking to educate citizens about the INFORMATION ON upcoming Charter Amendment Election. EDUCATION · Printed information about the election in the MATERIALS FOR October City newsletter CHARTER · Printed information in the Employee AMENDMENT Newsletter ELECTION · Placed information on the web site under the city council and event section · Placed information on the Citicable pager system Staff is also suggesting that they may do one or all of the following: · Develop a Public Service Announcement for Citicable about the election and the two items on the ballot · Complete a segment on the election on the newly launched Citinews show · Create utility billing stuffers, which would be in five of the eight utility billing cycles Council consensus was for staff to move forward with the Public Service Announcement J.Kratz/G.Vick and including a segment on the CitiNews show. IR 2001-154 Mr. John Pitstick and Ms. Cathy Horton PRESENTATION presented council with a power point ON PROPOSED presentation outlining the proposed NEIGHBORHOOD Neighborhood Identity Program. The IDENTITY Neighborhood Identity Program is a PROGRAM comprehensive program designed to bring about community wide support and involvement for improving and enhancing the livability of neighborhood and business districts in North Richland Hills. The objectives outlined were: · Promoting basic property maintenance · Seeking partnerships among the city, neighborhoods, businesses and volunteer groups · Coordination of city services · Formal identification of neighborhood and business districts within North Richland Hills · Enhancement of neighborhood and business areas beyond minimum standards Pre Council Minutes October 08, 2001 Page 4 . Establishment of recognition awards for neighbors, businesses and volunteer groups . Instill pride of ownership throughout North Richland Hills Council commended Mr. Pitstick, Ms. Horton, and staff for a commendable job. J.PitsticklS.Norwood ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma announced at 6:31 p.m. that the Council would adjourn to Executive Session for: Consultation with City Attorney as authorized by Government Code §551.072 for land acquisition - Public Works and Parks and Personnel Matters as authorized by Government Code §551.074 to discuss Mayor, Council and Boards. Mayor Scoma announced at 6:54 p.m. that Council would adjourn to the regular City Council meeting. ATTEST: I> ~ðÚ~ atrrcla 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 08,2001 - 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scoma called the meeting to order October 08,2001 at 7:04 p.m. Present: Charles Scoma Russell Mitchell Lyle E. Welch Frank Metts, Jr. JoAnn Johnson David Whitson 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 Tern Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Deputy City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director of Community Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney 2. INVOCATION Girl Scout Troop 1262 led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Girl Scout Troop 1262 led the pledge. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATION - NORTH HILLS HOSPITAL City Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 2 Mayor Scoma commended North Hills Hospital for their accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization. Mayor Scoma presented Mr. Randy Moresi, Chief Executive Officer, with a proclamation proclaiming the week of October 8th as North Hills Hospital Week. RECOGNITION - HYDREN HARRISON OF EBBW VALE, SOUTH WALES UK Mayor Scoma welcomed Mr. Hydren Harrison and his family to North Richland Hills, Texas. Mayor Scoma presented Mr. Harrison a certificate declaring him as a "Honorary Citizen" of North Richland Hills. RECOGNITION - CORNERSTONE PROGRAM; TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE NORTHEAST BUSINESS LEADERSHIP SEMINAR CLASS Mayor Scoma recognized Ms. Sally Profitt and her students of Tarrant County College Cornerstone Program. Mayor Scoma moved for personal privilege. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Motion to carried 7-0. Mayor Scoma read a statement to the city council and general public dated October 8. The statement addressed the recent Fort Worth Star Telegram article on the Mayor's education. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA None. 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED A. MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 B. MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2001 C. GN 2001-098 - JOINT ELECTION CONTRACT WITH TARRANT COUNTY FOR NOVEMBER 6, 2001 ELECTION - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-058 City Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 3 Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell moved, seconded by Councilman Whitson to approve the consent agenda. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 7. PS 2001-34 - CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF MARK WOOD FOR THE APPROVAL OF AN AMENDED PLAT OF GLENWYCK ADDITION (LOCATED IN THE 6400 BLOCK OF GLENVIEW DRIVE) APPROVED Mr. John Pitstick, Director of Development, advised council there was a conflict with one of the street names. The amended plat changes the original street name from Stratford Court to Nottinghill Court. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the amended plat. Councilman Metts moved, seconded by Councilwoman Johnson to approve PS 2001- 34. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 8. GN 2001-099 - APPROVE TOWER LEASE AGREEMENT WITH VERIZON WIRELESS - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-059 APPROVED Mr. Terry Kinzie, Information Services Director, advised council that Verizon Wireless is proposing to place a communication antenna at the elevated water storage tank located at 7400 Oak Park Drive. Verizon is also proposing a pitch roofed brick building to house the electronic equipment. The building will match the exterior design of the existing structure and that of the neighborhood. Verizon is proposing an initial lease period of five years with the right to extend the initial lease for four additional five-year terms. The city will receive $1750.00 per month for the initial five-year term, with the rent increasing fifteen percent at the beginning of the next renewal term and subsequent terms. As with other agreements the proceeds will go to the Arts Fund. Councilman Whitson moved to approve Resolution No. 2001-059 allowing the city manager to proceed with executing the aforementioned lease agreement with Verizon Wireless on the city's behalf. Councilman Trevino seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. City Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 4 9. GN 2001-100 - APPROVE ROAD HUMP POLICY - ORDINANCE NO. 2571 APPROVED Mr. Mike Curtis, Public Works Director, summarized item for council. Councilman Tolbert asked staff if there is a provision in the ordinance that will provide assistance for elderly residents. Mr. Curtis advised council that the ordinance does not have a provision for residents who may not be able to pay for the road humps. Councilwoman Johnson would like to see language that would require a neighborhood or street to requalify and pay for the road humps if their street is being reconstructed. Councilwoman Johnson moved to approve GN 2001-100, Ordinance No. 2571 with the stipulation that item number 4 be changed to include "will not be replaced by the city; residents must requalify and pay for road humps placed on reconstructed and resurfaced streets." Councilman Welch seconded the motion. Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell asked Councilwoman Johnson to consider an amendment to her motion to remove the wording that residents be required to pay for road humps placed on reconstructed or resurfaced streets. Mayor Scoma clarified for council if the road humps are deteriorating the citizens will be charged. However, if the street is being resurfaced or reconstructed the city would pay for the road humps. Councilwoman Johnson withdrew her stipulation from the motion. Councilman Welch withdrew his second. Councilwoman Johnson moved to approve GN 2001-100, Ordinance No. 2571 as recommended by staff. Councilman Welch seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell and Councilmen Welch, Metts, Whitson, Trevino, and Councilwoman Johnson voting for and Councilman Tolbert voting against. 10. GN 2001-101 - APPOINTMENT OF NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPROVED City Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 5 Ms. Paulette Hartman, Assistant to the City Manager, advised council of the returning Youth Advisory Committee members and the recommendation to appoint Shannon Mitchell to a two-year term, Ryan Dorasil to a one-year term, Kari Schmidt to a one-year term, and Julie Teague to a one-year term. Mayor Pro Tern Mitchell moved, seconded by Councilman Trevino to approve as recommended by staff. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 11. GN 2001-102 - CONSIDER NOMINATIONS TO THE TARRANT APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-060 APPROVED Mr. Cunningham summarized item for council. Councilman Trevino moved to nominate Mr. Mike Davis. Councilman Tolbert seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 12. A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mr. Douglas B. Fain, 5937 Tourist Drive, shared his annoyance with the construction work that is under way on Tourist Drive. He would like the council to look into this project in hopes to get the project completed. B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS IR 2001-151 - Streetlight Information for City Image Study Mr. Curtis advised council he is still collecting data from the suppliers. Mr. Curtis requests that this item be postponed until the next council meeting. IR 2001-153 - Make a Difference Day Ms. Hartman advised council this year "Make A Difference Day" would be held on October 2ih. The City of North Richland Hills is collecting items for the Open Arms Home. They are in dire need of diapers and pullups. Other items include trash bags, facial tissues, paper towel, deodorant, tooth~aste, snack crackers and juice boxes. The city will be collecting items from October 15t through October 25th. City Council Minutes October 08,2001 Page 6 Review Tarrant County Mayors' Council Resolution - Dallas 2012 Olympics Mayor Scoma reviewed the action taken at the Tarrant County Mayors' meeting. Other Information · October 12 - Ribbon cutting ceremony for the Northeast Interchange · October 13 - Seventh annul fire department open house · October 13 - 21 Aggressive Skaters Association World Championships North Hills Mall - Call 817-589-2236 for details · October 13 - 14 FWTA Super Champ Major Zone Tournament Richland Tennis Center · October 20 Critter Connection North Hills Mall - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. · October 27 Make a Difference Day Call 1-800-865-8683 to volunteer 16. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scoma adjourned the meeting at 8:2~ harles Scoma - ATTEST: O!ll/2tüdr~ Patricia Hutson - City Secretary