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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 1988-06-27 Minutes Present: ITEM ANIMAL SHELTER VACCINATION/ ADOPTION POLICIES NOTES ON PRE-COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 27, 1988 Tommy Brown Richard Davis Mack Garvin Marie Hinkle Frank Metts, Jr. Byron Sibbet Rodger Line Dennis Horvath Jeanette Rewis Rex McEntire Lee Maness C.A. Sanford Kevin Mi ller Pam Burney Richard Albin Mayor Counc ilman Counci lman Councilwoman Counci lwoman Counc ilman City Manager Senior Assistant City Manager City Secretary Attorney Finance Director Economic Development Director Assistant Public Works Director Director of Environmental Services City Engineer Absent: Linda Spurlock Councilwoman DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT Mr. Horvath advised that the Council had I Dennis Foll ow up previously received a packet of information from Dr. Duer pertaining to the animal shelter. There were two issues - the adoption policy and vaccination policy. Mr. Horvath stated the staff had checked several agencies and found that the procedures of the shelter were current and in the best interest OT the citizens. Mr. Horvath stated the City was partici- pating in a scientific study, at the request of the Center for Disease Control, Department of Health and Human Services of the Federal Government. The results of the study would be submitted to the Council as ITEM LOCK BOX SERVICES DISCUSSION soon as they were available. After considerable discussion by the Council, Councilman Davis recommended that an ad hoc committee be set up to consider the inoculation procedures of the Animal Shelter. Those serving on this committee are Councilman Davis, Councilman Garvin, Dennis Horvath, Pam Burney, Dr. Metcalf, Dr. Duer, Dr. Murnane (ex officio member), Dr. Anderson, and Dr. Todd. The committee will meet at the conclusion of the Center for Disease Control study and report back to the City Council within 60 days. Pre-Council Minutes 6/27/88 Page Two ACTION ITEM to have a Fort Worth address. Mr. Maness Councilman Davis asked if the statements had Lee FõTlow up advised he had checked with the Post Office and because they had to have a unique zip code, a Fort Worth address was necessary. Mayor Brown asked what the City could expect cost wise in a year with this system. Mr. Maness stated the City would save approximately $10,000 per year and earn an additional $5,500 per year in interest. Councilman Garvin asked that the employees that would no longer be needed, ITEM AVERAGE BILLING FOR UTILITIES DISCUSSION not be layed off but utilized in other areas of the City. Mr. Line stated this item also included the elimination of the second notice on water bills and the receipt for tax payments. The tax statement would have printed on it "your check is your receipt". It was the consensus of the Council that further consideration be given to eliminating the second water bill notice and tax receipt. Mr. Line advised that he felt this was a good idea and would have a proposal to the Council in the near future. The project could not be undertaken until the additional computer capacity is available. Councilman Davis asked if a report could be given at the Budget Work Session. Mr. Line advised there would be an interim report before Budget Work Session. Councilman Davis asked if the average billing would be for all citizens or only for the ones over age 65. Mr. Line advised he felt it should be for all citizens. Mayor Brown asked if it would apply only to residential customers. Mr. Line stated that residential and commercial customers should be included. Pre-Council Minutes 6/27/88 Page Three ACTION ITEM Lee & Kane Follow Up ITEM GREEMENT WITH LONE --STAR GAS COMPANY - WATAUGA ROAD STREET & DRAINAGE IMPROVE- MENTS POSSIBLE WORK SESSION & SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING ON JULY 5TH -- OTHER ITEMS Pre-Council Minutes 6/27/88 Page Four DISCUSSION ACTION ITEM Mr. McEntire advised this item should be Greg Follow up with Rex discussed in Executive Session. Mayor Brown advised there would be a Special Jeanette Follow up Council Meeting on July 5, 1988 and a Special Work Session on the budget after the Council Meeting. Mayor Brown asked that any special projects the Council might have be presented at the work session. Mr. Line advised the Council the budget work session set for August 6-7 needed to be changed to August 19-20 so the new council member could attend. All Council Members agreed to the August 19-20 date. None. 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 - JUNE 27, 1988 - 7:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Brown called the meeting to order June 27, 1988, at 7:30 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Tommy Brown Marie Hinkle Mack Garvin Richard Davis Frank Metts, Jr. Byron Sibbet Mayor Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilman Staff: Rodger N. Line Dennis Horvath Jeanette Rewis Rex McEntire Richard Albin City Manager Senior Assistant City Manager City Secretary Attorney City Engi neer Absent: Linda Spurlock Councilwoman 3. INVOCATION Councilman Garvin gave the invocation. 4. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING JUNE 13, 1988 APPROVED Councilman Garvin moved, seconded by Councilman Davis, to approve the Minutes of the June 13, 1988 Meeting. Motion carried 4-0; Councilwoman Hinkle abstaining due to absence from the meeting. 5. RESOLUTION IN MEMORIAL OF MAYOR PRO TEM DICK FISHER Councilman Davis presented the following resolution: June 27, 1988 Page 2 "RESOLUTION NO. 88-18 WHEREAS, Mayor Pro Tem Dick Fisher met an untimely and tragic death on June 17th, 1988; and WHEREAS, Dick Fisher was a model father and community leader and was a tireless worker in service to his community and his fellow man, including more than six years as Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem; and WHEREAS, Dick Fisher's death leaves a void, which will never be filled, in all areas of life in which he was involved; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Mayor, City Council and Staff of the City of North Richland Hills to attempt to express the deep sorrow and sense of loss caused by his death; and WHEREAS, the above named persons desire to convey to Pat, Chris, Debbie and Lynette and other family of Dick Fisher their most sincere and heartfelt sympathy and condolences. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of North Richland Hills that Mayor Pro Tem Dick Fisher's life be hereby memorialized and his death be mourned and that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of North Richland Hills as enduring tribute to Mayor Pro Tem Dick Fisher; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Pat Fisher as an expression of everlasting sympathy." Councilman Davis moved, seconded by Councilman Garvin, to approve Resolution No. 88-18. Motion carried 5-0. 6. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Dan Echols requested that Item No. 12 be removed from the Consent Agenda. Council declined to remove the item. 7. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM(S) INDICATED BY ASTERISK (11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17) APPROVED Councilwoman Hinkle moved, seconded by Councilman Davis, to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion carried 5-0. June 27, 1988 Page 3 8. PZ 88-6 PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING _ APPEAL HEARING - REQUEST OF AMERICITY CORPORATION TO REZONE A PORTION OF TRACTS lAl, & lA7, THOMAS SPROUSE SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1399, FROM AG (AGRICULTURE) TO C-l (COMMERCIAL) (LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BURSEY ROAD EAST OF RUFE SNOW DRIVE) Councilman Davis advised that he had an interest in the property adjacent to this request and asked the attorney if that would constitute a conflict of interest. Mr. McEntire advised that it would not be a conflict of interest. Mayor Brown opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak in favor of this request to please come forward. Mr. Steve Sloan, Dallas, representing Americity Corporation, appeared before the Council. Mr. Sloan stated that the property consisted of 30 acres of which 22 1/2 acres was zoned commercial and 7 1/2 acres was zoned agriculture. Mr. Sloan stated they wanted to rezone the entire 30 acres commercial because they felt it would be more feasible. Mr. Sloan stated the Planning and Zoning Commission had denied the request. Mr. Sloan stated he wanted to work with the property owners to try and resolve their protests. Mr. Sloan asked that the Council not vote on the request tonight, but send it back to the Planning and Zoning Commission so amendments could be made. Mr. Sloan asked for rebuttal, if necessary. Councilman Garvin expressed appreciation to Mr. Sloan for being willing to try and work with the citizens involved. Councilman Sibbet asked how long Mr. Sloan felt it would take to work out an agreement. Mr. Sloan stated approximately 90 days. Councilman Davis advised that Mr. Sloan would not have to pay a refiling fee but would have to pay for the legal advertising and cost of mailing the notifications. Mr. Gilbert Caldwell, 6813 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. McEntire advised that the citizens input would be heard, but the Council had been asked not to vote on the request and send it back to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Caldwell advised he was speaking in opposition to the request. Mr. Caldwell stated that when he purchased his home he did not anticipate commercial zoning behind him. Mr. Caldwell asked the Council to deny the request. June 27, 1988 Page 4 Councilman Garvin encouraged Mr. Caldwell to work with the developer to come up with something that would be acceptable to both. Mr. Carl Tredway, 6829 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Tredway stated he was opposed to the C-l zoning but felt a compromise could be reached. Mr. Carl Orton, 6849 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Orton stated he was in opposition to the request; that he was against C-l zoning. Councilman Sibbet asked Mr. Orton if he would have any objections to having a meeting with the developer. Mr. Orton replied no. Mr. Jarrett Miller, 6821 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Miller stated he was opposed to C-l zoning. Councilman Sibbet asked Mr. Miller if he would be willing to meet with the developer and try to work out some alternative zoning. Mr. Miller stated he would be willing to meet with the developer. Mr. Jeff Willis, 6817 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Willis stated he was advised the property was zoned Agriculture when he purchased his home, but that it would be rezoned. Mr. Willis stated he was opposed to C-l zoning but would work with the developer. Mr. Brian Wilson, 6832 Old Mill Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Wilson stated he was opposed to C-l zoning; that he would prefer the property to be zoned R-3. Mr. Sloan reappeared before the Council. Mr. Sloan advised the Council he would work with the homeowners in the area to try and work out some type of compromise. Councilwoman Hinkle advised she would like for the developers to consider R-3 zoning. Mr. Sloan advised he would consider R-3 zoning. Councilman Davis stated he felt it would be beneficial if the citizens involved could see the entire layout of the proposed project. There being no one wishing to speak Mayor Brown closed the Public Hearing. June 27, 1988 Page 5 9. ORDINANCE NO. 1553 TABLED Councilman Garvin moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hinkle, to send PZ 88-6 back to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion carried 5-0. 10. SO 88-2 REQUEST OF FEDERAL SIGN COMPANY FOR MESSAGE BOARD SIGN AT 7900 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 APPROVED Mr. Jim Callicott, Federal Sign Corporation, appeared before the Council. Mr. Callicott stated the sign would be located at D/FW Volkswagen. Mr. Callicott stated the sign would be visible when the interchange at Davis/Grapevine Highway and Loop 820 was constructed. Councilman Garvin asked if there would be a new dealership at this location. Mr. Callicott stated yes. Councilwoman Hinkle moved, seconded by Councilman Sibbet, to approve SO 88-22. Motion carried 5-0. *11. GN 88-47 ITINERANT VENDORS AND SOLICITORS ORDINANCE NO. 1550/REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1357 (TABLED AT THE JUNE 13, 1988 MEETING) APPROVED *12. GN 88-51 WATER AND SEWER RATE INCREASE - ORDINANCE NO. 1552 APPROVED *13. PU 88-36 AWARD OF BID TO RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A "TIMES TWO" FILING SYSTEM - $8,903.00 APPROVED *14. PU 88-37 APPROVE PURCHASE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FROM ANNIE L. BREWER, ET AL FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING SMITHFIELD ROAD (PARCEL #26) APPROVED June 27, 1988 Page 6 *15. PW 88-20 APPROVAL OF BIG FOSSIL EROSION CONTROL PROJECT - CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 APPROVED *16. PW 88-21 APPROVAL OF WATAUGA ROAD PAVING & DRAINAGE - CHANGE ORDER NO. 8 APPROVED *17. PW 88-22 APPROVAL OF GRAPEVINE HIGHWAY WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS - CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 APPROVED 18. CITIZENS PRESENTATIONS Mrs. Vicky Chris, 767 Briarwood Lane, Hurst, appeared before the Council. Mrs. Chris stated she was attending the meeting on behalf of her son, Jason Pike, who was killed by a drunk driver on December 31, 1987 in 3700 block of Rufe Snow. Mrs. Chris stated she had talked with the City Manager on placing a cross in memory of her son at the crash site. Mrs. Chris stated she had received a letter from the City Manager stating that "while being in complete sympathy with and support of the goals of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the City could not agree with the Memorial Cross proposal." Mrs. Chris stated this request was from a mother and not a proposal to the City. Mrs. Chris thanked the Council for listening and asked that the City reconsider the request. Mr. Dan Echols, 5016 Nevada Trail, appeared before the Council. Mr. Echols expressed disappointment of the Mayor because he would not remove Item No. 12 from the Consent Agenda. Mr. Echols requested that the Council reconsider the vote on GN 88-51 at the next Council meeting. Mr. Echols stated he felt an audit should be made before the pass through charges were charged to the water customers. Mr. Echols stated he felt the Council had not done their homework on the rate increase. Mr. Echols also strongly recommended that the Council reconsider the procedure pertaining to the Consent Agenda. Councilman Garvin stated a certain point would have to be reached before an audit could be made. June 27, 1988 Page 7 Councilman Davis stated the Council had done their homework, a rate study had been made every two years. 19. ADJOURNMENT Councilman Sibbet moved, seconded by Councilman Davis, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0. ATTEST: ~d~a$/L~ C' Y Secretary .