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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2003-04-28 Minutes MINUTES OF THE PRE-COUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - APRIL 28, 2003 PRE-COUNCIL SESSION The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in Pre-Council session on the 28th day of April, 2003 at 5:45 p.m. in the Pre-Council Room prior to the 7:00 regular Council meeting. Present: Oscar Trevino Frank Metts, Jr. Lyle E. Welch Scott Turnage JoAnn Johnson David Whitson Joe D. Tolbert Timothy J. Welch Staff Members: Larry J. Cunningham Steve Norwood Greg Vick Karen Bostic Paulette Hartman Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples John Pitstick Larry Koonce Mike Curtis Jenny Mabry Jim Browne Call to Order Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Administrative/Fiscal Services Assistant to City Manager City Secretary Assistant City Secretary City Attorney Director of Development Finance Director Public Works Director Communications Director Parks & Recreation Director Mayor Trevino called the Pre-Council meeting to order at 5:47p.m. 1. Discuss items from Reqular April 28, 2003 City Council Meetinq Councilman Tolbert advised that he wanted to remove items 6E and 6G from the consent agenda. Mayor Trevino expressed his concerns with item number 11 (GN 2003-056) becoming public record and showing the city's vulnerability. Mr. Curtis advised council engineers from Freese and Nichols, Inc. will be available at the regular meeting to discuss how they can proceed with project and keep some of the City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 2 pertinent information from being public. Mr. Curtis said that some of the engineers that have conducted studies say there is a way they can proceed without the risks being published. Mayor Pro Tem Metts asked if there would be penalties associated with not completing project. Mayor Pro Tem Metts would rather have the City complete the project and not disclose information. Mr. Cunningham advised council the project needs to be finished by December 2003. Mayor Trevino commented that he would like staff to explain consent agenda items 6E and 6G at the regular meeting. 2. IR 2003-039 Discuss Notice of Assessment of liquidated Damaqes to Charter Communications Assistant to City Manager Paulette Hartman gave council an update of the assessment of liquidated damages with Charter Communications. Ms. Hartman said the City Manager sent a letter to Charter Executives on April 18, 2003 assessing liquidated damages in the amount of $330,489. Charter has 10 days to request a hearing before the City Councilor pay the damages. Ms. Hartman advised that other cities also sent letters to Charter Communications. While other cities have received their responses North Richland Hills has not received a response, but expect it to arrive within a couple of days. The responses to the cities are the same in that they are requesting a hearing before the City Council and also request an informal meeting. Ms. Hartman advised council that the City has two choices: (1) the council can either hear the matter; or (2) appoint a hearing officer to hear the matter. Staff is recommending that council appoint one hearing officer that would represent all of the cities. Should council want to hear the matter staff suggests setting a public hearing this evening. Councilman Lyle E. Welch said that he would think that the hearing officer would be the City Manager. Ms. Hartman advised council the consortium met last week to see what direction should be taken. The idea is to have an outside party be the hearing officer who would represent all the cities. Ms. Hartman informed council that staff would be present at any hearing or meetings. Mayor Trevino asked if the consortium has a list of names for the hearing officer. Ms. Hartman advised that the consortium does not have that information yet, but would bring forward a list of names should council elect to have a hearing officer represent the City. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 3 Mr. Cunningham said Charter has the ability to meet with the City Manager. Mr. Cunningham had said that he would share the City's position. Charter then has the opportunity to request a hearing before the councilor the hearing officer. Staff recommends having one hearing officer for the cities since all the issues are the same; the only difference is the dollar amount. Staff believes it would be more effective to have one hearing officer. Councilman Turnage asked who would be the hearing officer. Councilman Turnage wanted to know if it would be mayors or attorneys. Mr. Cunningham said that the hearing officer would probably be an attorney. City Attorney George Staples said that the hearing officer would be a person who has the expertise in the hearing matter. The consensus of council was to move forward with a hearing officer. Ms. Hartman advised council that staff would bring a recommendation for the hearing officer. 3. IR 2003-041 Leqislative Update Mr. Vick advised council that Monday, May 12 is the last day for house committees to report house bill and joint resolutions. Mr. Vick outlined the following legislative items. HB 1606 - Financial Disclosure Mr. Vick advised council that letters have been prepared for council signature. Staff is strongly opposed to HB 1606. HB 3143 - Streamlined Sales Tax The bill is in committee and is the biggest concern of staff is if it passes without an advisory clause some cities can find themselves losing money. Staff is strongly opposed to this bill. Mr. Vick said that he does anticipate that this bill will move and pass by some form. HB 136 - Property Tax Exemption This bill has financial implications and staff is opposed to this bill. HB 2340 - Electric Deregulation Several CAPP board members testified on six bills in Austin in hopes to bring more competition and customer service to the deregulation electricity. Staff is in support of this bill. Mr. Vick does not know if this bill will pass. SB 657 - Tax Increment Funding City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 4 Mr. Vick advised council this bill is in serious trouble. In January or the first of February the government stopped the transfer of the TIF monies from the libraries and kept it in the State's general fund. HB 3185 - Transportation This bill was favorably voted by the House Transportation Committee on April 16th and has been sent to the Calendars Committee. If passed, this bill will seriously jeopardize funding for the Northeast Transportation Service. Letters of opposition were sent to members of the Transportation Committee and to Representative Vickie Truitt. Representative Bob Griggs has also been made aware of the City's position on this bill. 4. IR 2003-040 Tax Exemption for Orqanizations Enqaqed Primarily in Performinq Charitable Functions Ms. Bostic advised council that House Bill 1689 created a local option property tax exemption for organizations engaged primarily in charitable activities. Under House Bill 1689 individual taxing units must adopt the exemption by vote of the governing body or by majority vote at an election called by the governing body upon petition by 20 percent of the qualified voters who voted in the taxing unit's last election. The taxing unit's vote to adopt the exemption will cover all qualified organizations in its jurisdiction. The City can not pick and choose among organizations eligible for the exemption. The City has received a request for the exemption from Smithfield Masonic Lodge #455. Currently the lodge pays $350 per year to the City in property taxes. Staff tried to determine what other organizations might potentially file for the exemption and found approximately half a dozen. Staff is not able to determine exactly how many organizations might qualify for the exemption and therefore cannot determine the future impact of the exemption. Staff surveyed neighboring cities and they are not providing this exemption. The two school districts in North Richland Hills were also surveyed and they are not providing the exemption. Staff does not recommend that the City grant the exemption, unless other cities in our area grant the exemption. Ms. Bostic advised council they had three options: (1) to do nothing at this time; (2) wait to see if other taxing entities in our area grant the exemption; or (3) place an item on the next council agenda to vote on adopting the exemption. If the council chooses to do nothing the exemption would not be available to qualifying organizations. However, this would allow the qualifying organization to petition for a vote in the next election. The consensus of council was not to award the exemption to Smithfield Masonic Lodge #455. 5. IR 2003-043 Update on Games of Texas City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 5 Park and Recreation Director Jim Browne showed council the marketing video for the upcoming 2003 Games of Texas. Mr. Browne also advised council of the press conference on May 8 and that Games of Texas would be held July 24 - 27. 6. Executive Session Mayor Trevino announced at 6:30 p.m. that council would recess to executive session to discuss southern section of North Richland Hills as authorized by Government Code §551.086. Adjournment Mayor Trevino adjourned the Pre-Council meeting at 6:45 p.m. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order April 28, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Oscar Trevino Frank Metts, Jr. Lyle E. Welch Scott Turnage JoAnn Johnson David Whitson Joe D. Tolbert Timothy J. Welch Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman Staff: Larry J. Cunningham Steve Norwood Greg Vick Karen Bostic Patricia Hutson Alicia Richardson George Staples City Manager Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager Managing Director Administrative/Fiscal Services City Secretary Assistant City Secretary Attorney City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 6 2. INVOCATION Public Information Director Jenny Mabry gave the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Ms. Mabry led the pledge of allegiance. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK PROCLAMATION Councilman Turnage presented a proclamation to Mr. Wagner proclaiming April 27- May 3 as Natinal Volunteer Week. RECOGNITION - PRESENTATION OF NRH 2002 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Councilman Turnage recognized Mr. Norman Vanlaningham for his dedication to the City of North Richland Hills. Mr. Vanlaningham was presented with a plaque for being selected as North Richland Hills Volunteer of the Year. CERTIFICATE OF COMMENDATION - LARRY LALANNIE Fire Chief Andy Jones presented Larry Lalannie with a certificate of appreciation for his quick assessment and course of action in aiding a two-year old at Home Depot. PROCLAMATION - PAWS FOR CAUSE WALK-A-THON Councilman Turnage presented a proclamation to Animal Control Supervisor Don Sharp proclaiming May 3 - 10, 2003 as Paws on the Beach Adoptathon and Be Kind to Animals Week. 5. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA Councilman Tolbert removed items 6E and 6G. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 7 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED A. MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 2003 B. PS 2003-09 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM SAM'S REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLAT OF LOT 3-R, BLOCK 6, TAPP ADDITION (LOCATED IN THE 6200 BLOCK OF NORTHEAST LOOP 820 -15.597 ACRES) C. PS 2003-14 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM CHRIS BENOY FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, MILTON PRICE ADDITION (LOCATED AT 8109 NEWMAN ROAD - .58 ACRES) D. GN 2003-053 RESCHEDULING MAY 26 COUNCIL MEETING TO MAY 27 E. REMOVED F. PU 2003-025 AWARD ANNUAL FOOD SUPPLY CONTRACT FOR NRH20 TO BEN E. KEITH - RESOLUTION NO. 2003-043 G. REMOVED COUNCILMAN LYLE E. WELCH MOVED. SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN WHITSON TO APPROVE THE REMAINING ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 6E. PU 2003-024 AWARD OF BID TO SHARROCK ELECTRIC, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,333.50 FOR THE LOOP 820 AT INDUSTRIAL PARK BOULEVARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL TABLED Councilman Tolbert believes this item needs to be studied further and after discussion with the City Manager there did not appear to be a rush for council consideration. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT MOVED TO TABLE ITEM INDEFINITELY. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 8 Mayor Trevino asked Mr. Cunningham to be sure that council addresses this issue at a future Pre-Council meeting. Motion to table carried 7-0. 6G. PU 2003-026 EXECUTION OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH NEWMAN JACKSON BIEBERSTEIN IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,400 FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD PARK PROJECT - RESOLUTION NO. 2003-044 APPROVED Councilman Tolbert advised council he removed item from the consent agenda because he believed that the public would be interested in hearing item. Parks and Recreation Director Jim Browne advised item was the execution for supplemental agreement with Newman Jackson Bierberstein. Staff discussed with council the potential for ultimate development for this park project. The approved Master Development Plan includes the neighborhood park amenities playground, trail pavilion, benches, etc. It will also include a lake, culvert, and trailhead parking in the park. Staff received comments and feed back from neighbors, members of the council and park and recreation board. Staff then provided council with a proposal on February 5 to move forward with this phase of the development and concurrently moving forward with the design of Phase I. The supplemental agreement in the amount of $90,400 includes the following: 1. Design/engineering fees for the culvert extensions, parking and lake in the amount of $23,000, which represents approximately 7.3% of the construction cost. 2. Additional costs associated with the USACE, FEMA and TCEQ requirements, in the amount of $67,400. This work includes the permit processing costs for the Nationwide 404 permit. TCEQ permit, CLOMR/LOMR processing and all application and document fees. Mr. Browne advised council that Britt Logan and Mike Crenshaw of Teague Nail and Perkins were available to answer questions. Councilman Tolbert clarified that council is voting on the engineering and for staff to proceed with the permits. Mr. Browne confirmed that action tonight is amending the services contract for the design portion of the neighborhood park. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 9 Councilman Tim Welch asked for clarification that the cost of $67,400 are for the permits or does the dollar amount include the cost of the sub consultant to prepare the applications. Mr. Crenshaw advised council the costs include the permit fee as well as Teague Nail and Perkins fee for preparing the permits. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT MOVED TO APPROVE PU 2003..026. COUNCILMAN TIM WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 7. GN 2003-054 CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON ALL MATTERS PERTAINING TO THE AWARD AND SALE OF $2,750,000 IN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 2702 APPROVED Mr. Larry Koonce summarized GN 2003-054 and GN 2003-055 for council. Mr. Koonce advised council that four bids were received and were 75 and 80 basis points better than what the city did last year. The general obligation sale is almost the end of the 1994 bond authorizations ($1,380,000 for Rufe Snow improvements). Staff is at the beginning of the 2003 bond election -- $370,000 in street projects, $100,000 design for Holiday West Channel, $900,000 for fire facility upgrades. Staff is also selling $2,250,000 for NRH20 multi-level complex and TIF#2 remaining land purchase and design for the library in the amount of $1 ,450,000. Mr. Koonce introduced Dave Medanich of First Southwest. Mr. Medanich advised council the bids were received electronically via the internet. The winning bid for the general obligation bonds was Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. with an interest cost of 4.095% and the winning bid for certificates of obligation was Southwest Securities, Inc. with an interest cost of 4.14%. Mayor Trevino asked Mr. Curtis to give council a summary of the streets that are under the 1994 bond election, what the city is doing on the 2003 bond election and where the Holiday West Channel is located and under what general obligation the channel is included. Mr. Curtis advised there are some projects from the 1994 bond program included in the sale. There are two projects for the 1994 program that involve Rufe Snow Drive (Glenview to Karen) and another section of Rufe Snow (Mid Cities Boulevard to Hightower). Although the later is not part of the 1994 bond program, due to federal City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 10 grant money received by the city. The 2003 bond program includes the design of Glenview Drive, sections of Lola, Galway and Flory Street and also includes the Holiday West Channel improvements. The Holiday West Channel is the reconstruction of the concrete line channel. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID OF CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKET INC., FOR THE PURCHASE OF $2,750,000 CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2003 AT A TRUE COST OF 4.095% AND ADOPT ORDINANCE No. 2702 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS. COUNCILMAN LYLE E.. WELCH SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 8. GN 2003-055 CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON ALL MATTERS PERTAINING TO THE AWARD AND SALE OF $3,700,000 IN TAX AND WATERWORKS AND SEWER SYSTEM REVENUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION, SERIES 2003 AND APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 2703 APPROVED Mayor Trevino advised council this item was summarized with GN 2003-054 and entertained a motion. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID OF SOUTHWEST SECURITIES, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF $3,700,000 CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HILLS, TEXAS, TAX AND WATERWORKS AND SEWER SYSTEM (LIMITED PLEDGE) REVENUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION, SERIES 2003 AT A TRUE INTEREST COST OF 4.14% AND ADOPT ORDINANCE No. 2703 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION. COUNCILMAN WHITSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 9. PS 2003-11 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM REBEL PROPERTIES LLC. FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE FINAL PLAT OF IRON HORSE ADDITION PHASE II (LOCATED IN THE 6300 BLOCK OF BROWNING DRIVE - 30.94 ACRES) APPROVED Mayor Trevino asked Mr. Cunningham to explain why this item was not placed on the consent agenda. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 11 Mr. Cunningham advised council there was an issue related to the easements for the electrical service. Staff originally understood that there were going to be a number of transformers and other units that would be located in the front of the properties. Staff felt there could be a way to minimize or reduce the transformers. Staff discussed this with Oncor and Mr. Wood in hopes of reaching an agreement for the location of the transformers. Mr. Cunningham advised council staff held off on this item in hopes to work with Mr. Wood and Oncor to further reduce the amount of transformers located at the front of the properties. Mr. Cunningham said that staff will work the Planning and Zoning Commission to see if there are any means, by which the City can modify the subdivision regulations relating to the placement of transformers in future developments. Mr. Mark Wood, applicant, advised council when he originally contacted Oncor regarding the placement of easements he understood that Oncor provides service at the least amount of cost to them. If costs (to locate in the boxes in the rear of the property) exceed a certain amount the developer would need to bear the additional costs. Mr. Wood said he preferred to have the easements located in the back of the property. Mr. Wood advised council that there would be eight transformer boxes in the subdivision. Mr. Wood advised council that a representative from Oncor contacted Mr. Wood and advised him that Oncor would not locate the boxes to the rear of the property and that cost was not an issue to Oncor. Mr. Wood believes that Oncor would comply if the ordinance stipulated the location of the transformers. However, if the ordinance does not address the location Oncor will continue to locate boxes in the front of the property. Oncor said they prefer to service the boxes from the front as opposed to the back yard. Mr. Wood advised council that the eight transformer boxes would not impact them as originally thought. Councilman Tim Welch asked if the telephone cable would be located in the back. Mr. Wood advised council the telephone cable would be located in the rear of the property. Mr. Pitstick summarized item advising that the Planning and Zoning Commission voted for approval of request. A late concern came up and staff has most recently seen a move to put easements toward the front yard. The current subdivision ordinance states that a 7 % foot easement is required in the rear yards, but does not specifically specify about allowing other utilities in the front yard. Staff has a work session scheduled with the Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss these issues. Staff has traditionally seen utilities in the rear yards. Staff understands the concerns with safety while servicing the utilities. Mr. Pitstick and Mr. Curtis have met with the City Attorney to draft an ordinance to address the placement of utilities within the subdivision ordinance. Mayor Trevino asked Mr. Pitstick if it would be as simple as changing the ordinance. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 12 Mr. Pitstick said that staff believes it would only take a change in the ordinance, but staff will sit down with the utility companies to see their needs of placement of utilities. Staff has concerns of having easements located throughout different locations of the property, as it would affect the installation of pools among others. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the easements are exempt from the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance. Mr. Pitstick said that Oncor has worked with other cities to put the utilities behind front building lines. Councilman Tolbert asked if with the approval of the plat tonight is council approving the location of easements and not the number of boxes located for utilities. Council gave Steve Johnson of Oncor an opportunity to address council. Mr. Johnson advised council of Oncor's statewide policy to move transformers to the front of the properties due to problems of transformers being hidden behind fences, storage of equipment around or on top of the boxes. Oncor is not able to police what is happening in property owner's back yard. Mr. Johnson said that due to these factors they are having a problem with servicing the transformers. Oncor has reviewed moving the transformers behind the building line, which is acceptable, but have to keep in mind that the developer who develops the lot is not the developer of the house. Mr. Johnson said that Oncor has no objection to landscaping around the transformers, but prefer not to have the landscaping along the front of the transformers. COUNCILMAN WHITSON MOVED TO APPROVE PS 2003-11. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 10. PZ 2003-09 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO SECTION 605C RELATING TO PERMITTED BUILDING MATERIALS FOR REMODELING OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS - ORDINANCE NO. 2704 APPROVED Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. Mr. Pitstick advised council that staff is receiving requests to remodel older retail strip centers. This change will allow those requestors to proceed with remodeling without the need of requesting a special use permit. The special use permit would require additional time and monies for the process and approval. The proposed change would exempt building renovations that do not expand the existing square footage of a non- residential building, may use alternatives simulated masonry systems as approved by City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 13 the building official without a special use permit as long as they offer improved architectural features (outlined in architectural ordinance) and do not decrease the percentage of masonry on the newly renovated building. Mr. Pitstick advised council that the masonry definition (combination of bricks, ceramic block, stone decorative concrete blocks or masonry materials installed in a craftsman like manner, building trims and accent areas shall not exceed 15% of the exterior wall area.) would be used. Staff is saying that any new alternative materials would be stucco fiber reinforced cement board, reinforced ephis or simulated masonry systems as approved by the building official. Mr. Pitstick advised council the Planing and Zoning Commission initiated this item and unanimously recommends approval. Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of request to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino asked for anyone wishing to speak in opposition. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing. COUNCILMAN TIM WELCH MOVED TO APPROVE AMENDING SECTION 605C OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE ALTERNATE SIMULATED MASONRY SYSTEMS FOR NON-SPECIFIC RESIDENTIAL BUILDING RENOVATIONS ORDINANCE No. 2704. COUNCILMAN TURNAGE SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 11. GN 2003-056 APPROVE ENGINEERING AGREEMENT WITH FREESE AND NICHOLS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $43,000 TO DEVELOP A WATER SYSTEM VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EPA REQUIREMENTS - RESOLUTION NO. 2003-045 APPROVED Mr. Mike Curtis, Public Works Director, advised council that EPA has mandated that all owners of water systems that serve a population of 3300 or more must complete a vulnerability assessment of their water system. The deadline for submittal varies on population. North Richland Hills deadline is December 31,2003. The Public Works department did request and receive qualifications from twelve engineering and security firms. Staff narrowed the firms to the top three - Freese and Nichols, Inc., CH2M Hill and Malcolm Pirnie. Staff is recommending that council approve Resolution No. 2003- 045 selecting Freese and Nichols, Inc. Mr. Curtis stated that the study will include an assessment of the system and recommended improvements. Councilman Lyle E. Welch asked staff if the City would receive any funds from the government. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 14 Mr. Curtis did not believe that funds will be available. Councilman Lyle E. Welch asked how this project will be funded. Mr. Curtis advised council that funding is available in project savings, previously closed and completed utility projects. Staff recommends awarding the contract and revising the CIP budget. Councilman Lyle E. Welch asked about future ramifications of this project. Councilman Lyle E. Welch wanted to know if water rates would need to be raised in order to pay for the project. Mr. Curtis advised council the level of cost is associated with the level of risk that council wants in order to protect the water system. Councilman Tim Welch asked if EPA has defined the level of risk that most communities must adhere to. Ms. Hanson of Freese and Nichols addressed Councilman Tim Welch's question. EPA has not given any recommendation on what an acceptable level of risk needed to protect against. EPA wants communities to develop their own plan, schedule and recommendation. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON MOVED TO PASS AND APPROVE RESOLUTION No. 2003-045. COUNCILMAN TOLBERT SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. 12. GN 2003-057 APPOINTMENTS TO WHOLESALE WATER CUSTOMER ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND WHOLESALE WASTEWATER CUSTOMER ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPROVED City Secretary Patricia Hutson advised council they needed to appoint a voting member and alternate to both boards, term expiring September 30, 2003. MAYOR PRO TEM METTS MOVED TO APPOINT COUNCILMAN TURNAGE AS VOTING MEMBER AND MIKE CURTIS AS ALTERNATE TO BOTH BOARDS. COUNCILWOMAN JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. Motion to approve carried 7-0. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 15 13. ACTION ON ANY ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON PRE- COUNCIL AGENDA No action required. 14. A. CITIZENS PRESENTATION Mr. James Kirby, 3808 Park Oaks Court, expressed his concerns for the safety of children and citizens at Linda Spurlock Park due to the parking situation on Harmonson. B. INFORMATION AND REPORTS Councilwoman Johnson made the following announcements. Don't forget to vote on Saturday, May 3 for Council Place 1. Polling locations will be open from 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Early votinq ends tomorrow, Tuesday April 29th. For further information, call 817-427-6060 or log onto our web site at www.nrhtx.com The annual Pet Walk-a-Thon will be held on Saturday, May 3rd. Residents can bring their animals to the Animal Adoption and Rescue Center at 9am. Animals that are seven years of age will be placed in a special drawing since they will be 50 years in dog/cat years, which is the same age as North Richland Hills! Register at the Animal Adoption and Rescue Center. Join us for our annual A Lotta Niqht Music concerts at Green Valley Park on Friday, May 9. King Creole will be performing classic rock music from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The concert is free so bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a great evening in the park. The Library will be hosting the MasterWorks series on Tuesday, May 13th. This free concert will feature Café Noir, an eclectic instrumental ensemble. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. NRH Library is located at 6720 NE Loop 820. For further information, call 817-427-6800. May 10 Critter Connection North Hills Mall 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. City Council Minutes April 28, 2003 Page 16 15. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:28 \.\...\.,~" " ~/ ~"'''~ ............. ~~~ If...,,~· '. ~ -.:.. .., .;: , '.'.It. "." § I1I3T: +\ ~ ~ð . . . .:: : .... :. :: r ~~~ ~>"': - ¡$f£¡.. ~"'4~~ ~J.ric :¡tcJlso,{}'-;:' City Secretary 'IIIIl/I., ".""\\,,