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NOKTH RICHLAND HILLS
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
4301 CITY POINT DRIVE
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
MONDAY, MAY 21, 2018
WORK SESSION: 6:00 PM
Held in the City Council Work Room
CALL TO ORDER
1. Discuss items from regular City Council meeting.
2. Welcome and introduction - public official, public employee or citizen.
3. 2018 Youth Advisory Committee Project Presentation
4. Grant Opportunity from the North Central Texas Council of
Governments for Main Street Improvements
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council may enter into closed Executive Session as authorized by
Chapter 551, Texas Government Code. Executive Session may be held at the
end of the Regular Session or at any time during the meeting that a need
arises for the City Council to seek advice from the city attorney (551.071) as
to the posted subject matter of this City Council meeting.
The City Council may confer privately with its attorney to seek legal advice on
any matter listed on the agenda or on any matter in which the duty of the
attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter
551, Texas Government Code.
REGULAR MEETING: Immediately following executive session (but no
earlier than 7:00 p.m.)
Held in the City Hall Council Chambers
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A. CALL TO ORDER
A.1 INVOCATION - COUNCIL MEMBER BENTON
A.2 PLEDGE - COUNCIL MEMBER BENTON
A.3 SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S) AND RECOGNITION(S)
A.4 CITIZENS PRESENTATION
An opportunity for citizens to address the City Council on matters which are
not scheduled for consideration by the City Council or another City Board or
Commission at a later date. In order to address the Council, please complete
a Public Meeting Appearance Card and present it to the City Secretary prior
to the start of the Council meeting.
A.5 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
B.1 Approve minutes of the regular May 14, 2018 City Council meeting.
B.2 Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Tarrant
County Tax Assessor/Collector for tax assessment and collection
services of ad valorem taxes for tax year 2018.
B.3 Consider Resolution No. 2018-014, Authorizing the Application for the
Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership for FY 2018.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
D. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
E. PUBLIC WORKS
F. GENERAL ITEMS
F.1 Youth Advisory Committee 2018 Year End Report
F.2 Consider appointing a member of City Council to serve as Mayor Pro
Tern for a term of one year.
G. EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS - CITY COUNCIL MAY TAKE ACTION
ON ANY ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON
WORK SESSION AGENDA
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H. INFORMATION AND REPORTS - MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE
H.1 Announcements
I. ADJOURNMENT
Certification
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the North Richland Hills
City Council was posted at City Hall, City of North Richland Hills, Texas in
compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code on Friday, May 18,
2018 by 3:00 PM.
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City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces
are available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services
must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please contact the City
Secretary's office at 817-427-6060 for further information.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Discuss items from regular City Council meeting.
PRESENTER: Mark Hindman, City Manager
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this item is to allow City Council the opportunity to discuss any item on
the regular agenda.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this standing item is to allow City Council the opportunity to inquire
about items that are posted for discussion and deliberation on the regular City Council
agenda.
City Council is encouraged to ask staff questions to clarify and/or provide additional
information on items posted on the regular or consent agenda. City Council may also
elect to move items from the regular agenda to the consent agenda upon receiving
clarification from staff on posted regular agenda items.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Welcome and introduction - public official, public employee or citizen.
PRESENTER: Mark Hindman, City Manager
SUMMARY:
Introduction of public official, public employee or citizen in attendance at the meeting.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this item is to provide City staff or City Council the opportunity to
recognize and introduce a public official, public employee or citizen in attendance at the
meeting.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: 2018 Youth Advisory Committee Project Presentation
PRESENTER: Kristin James, Assistant to the City Manager
SUMMARY:
Members of the Youth Advisory Committee will be presenting their 2018 project
proposal, "Healthy NRH."
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The city is fortunate to have the opportunity to use the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)
to better understand the needs of the youth within the community, as well as educate
them about municipal government. One way the committee achieves this is by
developing a project that will affect the youth of North Richland Hills.
The goal in having YAC complete this project was to allow members the opportunity to
learn and be involved in the decision making process of local governments. It started
with their ideas, and then they were required to do the necessary research, prepare the
presentation and now bring it before City Council as an idea that may be pursued in the
future.
In January, the Youth Advisory Committee met to discuss various ideas for the project
proposal. After much discussion and debate they decided to create the "Healthy NRH"
initiative. The committee spent time researching and evaluating other programs, which
then allowed them to create a multi-faceted program that they feel, will touch all
residents of the city. The committee believes the city can capitalize on the current city
events, programs and facilities available by bringing on a larger educational aspect via
social media, a website and additional free events. The program they have designed
incorporates three components of healthy living — exercise, diet and preventive medical
care.
As mentioned above, the primary purpose of this item is to help educate YAC members
in the decision making process of local governments and to receive input from the
potential future leaders of the community. This agenda item is for informational
purposes and no action is being requested from City Council at this time.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Grant Opportunity for Main Street Improvements
PRESENTER: Clayton Comstock, Planning Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this Work Session item is to update City Council on the status of the 2009
Sustainable Development Grant awarded by the North Central Texas Council of
Governments (NCTCOG) and new opportunities for grant funding for "Complete Streets"
projects, including Main Street. City Council will be asked to confirm staff's direction
concerning these opportunities.
SUMMARY
Following the adoption of the Smithfield Transit Oriented Development District in 2009,
the City of North Richland Hills applied for and was awarded a "Sustainable Development
Grant" by the North Central Texas Council of Governments for the construction of a new
street connection from Main Street north and doglegging into Davis Boulevard at
Northeast Parkway. This connection would occur through property acquired by the City
around that same time. The $2.2 million grant would have had a $500,000+ city
contribution for a total project of $2.8 million. In addition to the new street, the project
would include sidewalks, street trees, on-street parking, benches, bike racks, street lights,
and a traffic signal at Davis Boulevard and Northeast Parkway.
A major condition of the grant, however, was that a mix of uses must be developed in
conjunction with the street project. Since development meeting the criteria of the grant
has not occurred or begun, the City is in the position to forego the $2.2 in NCTCOG grant
funding for Snider Street.
The North Central Texas Council of Governments is now accepting applications for
"Complete Streets" projects on a rolling basis. Staff sees this as an opportunity to refocus
the priorities for the Smithfield area to catalyze a vibrant and successful Main Street, as
it is closer and more accessible to the Smithfield TEXRail Station platform. TEXRail
commuter rail service is targeted to begin January 2019.
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2009 Sustainable Development Grant application exhibit demonstrating the planned
improvements of Snider Street between Main Street & Davis Boulevard
COMPLETE STREETS
"Complete Streets" projects that may qualify for new project grant funding by the Council
of Governments includes improvements that add all or part of the following components
to a public street:
• On-street parking
Sidewalks
• Street trees
Street furniture such as benches, bike racks, trash receptacles,
• Street lights
Bike or bus lanes
• Crosswalk signage and striping
• Green infrastructure such as rain catchment gardens, permeable paving/pavers,
etc.
These types of grants will not typically cover the costs of repaving or resurfacing existing
roadways. They are instead meant to add and enhance alternative transportation options
to the public street.
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"COMPLETE STREET" GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR MAIN STREET
Staff will be seeking City Council's direction and support to proceed with a grant
application that would enhance Main Street, Center Street, and Snider Street in the
historic Smithfield area between Smithfield Road and Davis Boulevard with many of the
components of a Complete Street listed above. The attached exhibit (also shown below)
demonstrates the overall project and estimated project cost of$1.5 million, for which staff
would seek grant funding to support the project. That overall cost does include pavement
work that may not be covered by a complete streets grant.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Approve minutes of the regular May 14, 2018 City Council meeting.
PRESENTER: Alicia Richardson, City Secretary
SUMMARY:
The minutes are listed on the consent agenda and approved by majority vote of Council
at the City Council meetings.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The City Secretary's Office prepares action minutes for each City Council meeting. The
minutes for the previous meeting are placed on the consent agenda for review and
approval by the City Council, which contributes to a time efficient meeting. Upon
approval of the minutes, an electronic copy will be uploaded to the City's website.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve minutes of the regular May 14, 2018 City Council meeting.
MINUTES OF THE WORK SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
HELD IN THE CITY HALL 4301 CITY POINT DRIVE
MAY 14, 2018
WORK SESSION
The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in work session on the
14th day of May at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Workroom prior to the 7:00 p.m. regular
Council meeting.
Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor
Scott Turnage Mayor Pro Tern
Tito Rodriguez Council, Place 1
Rita Wright Oujesky Council, Place 2
Tom Lombard Council, Place 3
Tim Barth Council, Place 4
Mike Benton Council, Place 5
Tim Welch Council, Place 7
Staff Members: Mark Hindman City Manager
Karen Bostic Assistant City Manager
Paulette Hartman Assistant City Manager
Jimmy Perdue Director of Public Safety
Mike Curtis Managing Director
Alicia Richardson City Secretary
Maleshia B. McGinnis City Attorney
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
1. DISCUSS ITEMS FROM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
Council had no questions for staff.
Mayor Trevino informed Council the flow of the meeting will change slightly to
accommodate newly elected official Brent Barrow. Following work session, City Council,
to include Mr. Barrow, will adjourn to Executive Session as authorized by Local
Government Code Section 551, specifically Section 551.072: Deliberate the purchase,
exchange, lease or value of real property - (1) 7901 Boulevard 26 and (2) 5101 Laurel.
Following discussion, Executive Session will be recessed and Council will reconvene
following the regular meeting to discuss Section 551.074: Personnel matters to discuss
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the employment, evaluation, and duties of public employees - Municipal Judge and
Section 551.072: Consultation with City Attorney - construction contract of Kodiak
Trenching and Boring LLC for paving improvements on Rufe Snow Drive.
Mayor Trevino informed Council that item B.7, consideration of Ordinance No. 3516 to
appoint the judge and alternate judges, will need to be removed from the consent agenda.
The item will be considered separately following Executive Session discussion regarding
Section 551.074: Personnel matter to discuss the employment, evaluation, and duties of
public employees - Municipal Judge.
2. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION - PUBLIC OFFICIAL, PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
OR CITIZEN.
Director of Library Services Cecilia Barham introduced new Circulation Supervisor Yaika
Sabat.
3. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 31,
2018.
Budget Director Robert Myers reviewed the quarterly financial status report for the period
ending March 31, 2018. Mr. Myers reviewed the General Fund, Park Development Fund,
Crime Control District Fund and Utility Fund providing the following year to date actuals:
General Fund
Revenue - $31,839,724 (67.9% of projected budget)
Expenditures - $21,574,148 (46% of projected budget)
Park Development Fund
Revenue - $4,364,919 (48.5% of projected budget)
Expenditures - $4,269,336 (47.4% of projected budget)
Crime Control District Fund
Revenue - $2,758,878 (51.3% of projected budget)
Expenditures - $2,473,732 (46% of projected budget)
Utility Fund
Revenue - $13,653,261 (40% of projected budget)
Expenditures - $17,189,962 (49.9% of projected budget)
Mr. Myers also provided an update on the following capital projects: Northfield Park
renovation, Davis Boulevard/Mid Cities Boulevard intersection, and Smithfield Road
(Davis Boulevard to Mid Cities Boulevard).
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Council had no questions for staff.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Trevino announced at 6:17 p.m. that the Council would adjourn into Executive
Session as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, specifically Section
551.072: Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property - (1) 7901
Boulevard 26 and (2) 5101 Laurel. Executive Session began at 6:20 p.m. and concluded
at 6:40 p.m.
Mayor Trevino recessed Executive Session at 6:40 p.m. Mayor Trevino announced that
Council would convene to the regular City Council meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order May 14, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor
Scott Turnage Mayor Pro Tern
Tito Rodriguez Council, Place 1
Rita Wright Oujesky Council, Place 2
Tom Lombard Council, Place 3
Tim Barth Council, Place 4
Mike Benton Council, Place 5
Tim Welch Council, Place 7
Staff Members: Mark Hindman City Manager
Alicia Richardson City Secretary
Maleshia B. McGinnis City Attorney
A.1 INVOCATION
Council member Barth gave the invocation.
A.2 PLEDGE
Council member Barth led the pledge of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags.
A.3 CANVASS ELECTION RESULTS
A.3.1 APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2018-013, CANVASSING THE RESULTS OF
THE MAY 5, 2018 GENERAL ELECTION.
APPROVED
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City Secretary Alicia Richardson informed Council pursuant to the Texas Election Code,
the governing body shall meet after the General Election to canvass the results of the
election. Resolution No. 2018-013 formally accepts the results and declares the winning
candidates. The unofficial results received from Tarrant County Elections are as follows:
Candidate Number of Votes
Mayor
Oscar Trevino 1,556
Place 2
Rita Wright Oujesky 1,511
Place 4
Brent Barrow 1,151
Taylor Steele 533
Place 6
Scott Turnage 1,507
Staff is recommending Council approve Resolution No. 2018-013, declaring the following
elected to office:
Office Name
Mayor Oscar Trevino
Place 2 Rita Wright Oujesky
Place 4 Brent Barrow
Place 6 Scott Turnage
Mayor Trevino thanked Council member Barth for his service to the City of North
Richland Hills. Dr. Barth was elected in 2006 and re-elected by the citizens five times.
Dr. Barth envisioned the successful program Citizens Civic Academy, which is offered
by the city.
Mayor Trevino opened the floor to Council for comments.
Council thanked Dr. Barth for his service, friendship, mentorship, and leadership.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER LOMBARD, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER BENTON TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2018-013.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
A.4 SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S) AND RECOGNITION(S)
A.4.1 OATHS OF OFFICE AND SWEARING IN CEREMONY FOR NEWLY ELECTED
OFFICIALS - MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR PLACES 2, 4, AND 6.
The oath of office was administered to the following officials: Rita Wright Oujesky, Brent
Barrow, Scott Turnage and Oscar Trevino.
Mayor Trevino recessed the meeting at 7:37 p.m. for a brief reception.
Mayor Trevino reconvened the meeting at 8:02 p.m., with the following present.
Present: Oscar Trevino Mayor
Scott Turnage Mayor Pro Tern
Tito Rodriguez Council, Place 1
Rita Wright Oujesky Council, Place 2
Tom Lombard Council, Place 3
Brent Barrow Council, Place 4
Mike Benton Council, Place 5
Tim Welch Council, Place 7
Staff Members: Mark Hindman City Manager
Alicia Richardson City Secretary
Maleshia B. McGinnis City Attorney
A.5 CITIZENS PRESENTATION
Mr. Kyle Smith, 7552 Starnes Road, commented on his concerns with roadway markings
and speed control on Starnes Road. He informed Council about a recent accident
involving a bicycle.
Mayor Trevino asked Police Chief Jimmy Perdue and Managing Director Mike Curtis to
visit with Mr. Smith.
A.6 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Council member Lombard removed item B.7 from the consent agenda.
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B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER LOMBARD, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA(ITEMS B.1 - B.6).
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
13.1 APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR APRIL 23, 2018 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING.
B.2 RESCHEDULE THE JUNE 11, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEETING TO JUNE 4,
2018.
B.3 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 3505, AMENDING CHAPTER 54, ARTICLE X,
OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CODE OF ORDINANCES,
AUTOMATED TRAFFIC SIGNAL ENFORCEMENT.
B.4 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES FOR
SCOFFLAW SERVICES FOR THE CITY'S AUTOMATED TRAFFIC SIGNAL
ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM.
B.5 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF
AGREEMENT BETWEEN NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, THE CITY OF DALLAS,
THE CITY OF ARLINGTON AND THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
SAFETY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF OVERTIME SALARY COSTS
ASSOCIATED WITH THE NORTH TEXAS ANTI-GANG CENTER TASK
FORCE.
B.6 ADOPT JOINT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ANNUAL RENEWAL OF AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH TARRANT COUNTY FOR 800 MHZ RADIO
MAINTENANCE SERVICES.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
CA ZC 2018-02, ORDINANCE NO. 3512, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM TEAGUE, NALL, AND PERKINS,
INC., FOR A ZONING CHANGE FROM R-1-S SPECIAL SINGLE-FAMILY TO
R-2 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AT 8120 SAYERS LANE, BEING 2.199
ACRES DESCRIBED AS LOT 8, BLOCK 3, WOODBERT ADDITION.
(CONTINUED FROM APRIL 23, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
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APPROVED
Mayor Trevino advised the public hearing was opened at the April 23, 2018 City Council
meeting and continued to the meeting tonight. He called on Planning Manager Clayton
Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed Council the applicant is requesting a zoning change of 2.199
acres located at 8120 Sayers Lane. The area is designated on the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan as low density residential and the current zoning is R-1-S special single family.
Mr. Comstock presented site photos of the property.
Applicant representative Tom Rutledge with Teague, Nall, and Perkins, located at 6620
Cedar Crest Drive, North Richland Hills presented request and was available to answer
questions from Council. The comments at the Planning and Zoning Commission included
traffic and density. If request is approved, the total number of homes on Sayers will be
less than the neighborhoods located to the west and northwest that have 56 homes. He
said other concerns regarded engineering questions, which is not part of the zoning
request, but he is available to answer questions.
Council had no questions for the applicant.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The request is for R-2 single family residential.
Over 20% of the land area located within the 200-foot buffer zone have registered written
opposition to the request. State law requires a super majority vote of the City Council
when the city is in receipt of opposition from a minimum of 20% of the land area owners
located within the 200-foot buffer zone. The petition submitted at the April 23, 2018 City
Council meeting is 62.6% of the land area owners in opposition to the request. The
Planning and Zoning Commission, at their April 5, 2018 meeting, recommended approval
with a vote of 6-0.
Mayor Trevino commented the public hearing is open and would hear from those who
wish to speak during the public hearing.
The following spoke in opposition:
Mr. Clint Holly, 8124 Sayers Lane, commented that he lives just east of the proposed
area. He expressed to Council that he disagrees with the statement made at the Planning
and Zoning Commission that the request is only a zoning request. He commented that he
does not oppose the proposed lot size as it matches with the current neighborhood.
Ms. Susan Walls, 8301 Sayers Lane, inquired about the zoning exhibit. The exhibit
illustrates that the proposed area extends over Sayers Lane. She also mentioned her
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concern with drainage.
Ms. Evelyn Kidd, 8125 Sayers Lane, commented on lot size, additional traffic for the
dead-end street, and the zoning exhibit that shows an additional 50'.
Mr. Mark Mudry, 6617 Cedar Grove Drive, North Richland Hills, the applicant informed
Council that he was present to answer any questions.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
In response to the question regarding additional property, Mr. Comstock informed
Council the right-of-way on Sayers Lane is 50'. Al zoning changes illustrate the
boundary line of the district to the center line of the street or right-of-way. He advised
that Ms. Kidd inquired about the additional 50'. The right-of-way is city property. If the
right-of-way is determined to no longer be needed, there is a process to abandon the
property. Ms. Kidd being the adjacent property owner to the north will have the
opportunity to acquire half of the right-of-way.
Mr. Comstock informed Council any drainage, engineering, water services, stormwater
drainage takes places during the platting process.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER LOMBARD, SECONDED BY MAYOR
PRO TEM TURNAGE TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3512,
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.2 FP 2018-01 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM
CAMBRIDGE NRH DEVELOPMENT, LLC, FOR A FINAL PLAT OF
CAMBRIDGE ESTATES PHASE 2, BEING 2.88 ACRES LOCATED IN THE
6000 BLOCK OF WESSEX STREET. (CONTINUED FROM APRIL 23, 2018
CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino advised the public hearing was opened at the April 23, 2018 City Council
meeting and continued to the meeting this evening. He announced that Council member
Welch has a conflict and will not be participating in the discussion or vote on the item.
Council member Welch filed an affidavit of disqualification with the city secretary as he
is the engineer of record for the item.
Council member Welch left the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Mr. Comstock informed Council the applicant is requesting a final plat for 2.88 acres
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located in the 6000 block of Wessex Street. The area is designated on the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan as commercial and the current zoning is R-PD residential
planned development. Mr. Comstock presented site photos of the property.
Applicant representative Kyle Krupa with Sandlin Homes located at 5137 Davis
Boulevard, presented request and was available to answer questions. He informed
Council this is the last phase of the development. They purposely waited for the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approval of their Letter of Map Amendment
(LOMA) and Conditional Letter of Map Amendment (CLOMR). This phase will complete
the 193-lot community.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
April 5, 2018 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
Mayor Trevino called for anyone wishing to speak for or against the request to come
forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY TO APPROVE FP 2018-01.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0-1, WITH COUNCIL MEMBER WELCH
ABSTAINING.
D. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
There were no items for this category.
E. PUBLIC WORKS
E.1 CONSIDER THE 2018 PREVENTIVE STREET MAINTENANCE PROGRAM.
APPROVED
Council member Welch returned to the meeting at 8:41 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Turnage introduced the item.
Street-Traffic Superintendent Chris Turner presented the 2018 preventive street
maintenance program.
Council had no questions for staff.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER LOMBARD TO APPROVE THE 2018 PREVENTIVE STREET MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
E.2 CONSIDER AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN TARRANT COUNTY
AND THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION
ON A SECTION OF SUSAN LEE LANE.
APPROVED
Street Traffic Superintendent Chris Turner presented item and was available to answer
questions.
Council had no questions for staff.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER WELCH, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER BENTON TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN TARRANT COUNTY AND THE CITY OF NORTH
RICHLAND HILLS FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION ON A SECTION OF SUSAN LEE LANE.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
E.3 APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2018-012, APPROVING AN ADVANCE
FUNDING AGREEMENT RELATING TO THE SMITHFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL
SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM.
APPROVED
Civil Engineer Justin Naylor presented item and was available to answer questions.
Council had no questions for staff.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER BARROW TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2018-012.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
F. GENERAL ITEMS
There were no items for this category.
May 14, 2018
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G. EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS - CITY COUNCIL MAY TAKE ACTION ON ANY
ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON WORK SESSION
AGENDA
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino announced that action is necessary as the result of discussion in
Executive Session, pursuant to Section 551.072: Deliberate the purchase, exchange,
lease or value of real property.
Director of Economic Development Craig Hulse presented item.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER RODRIGUEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE AN UNIMPROVED PROPERTY CONTRACT FOR 5101 LAUREL LANE AND
ANY ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY WITH J. GUADALUPE LARA, MARIA
DEL ROSARIO SALAZAR FOR $49,000.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
H. INFORMATION AND REPORTS
H.1 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council member Lombard made the following announcements.
A runoff election will take place Tuesday, May 22, 2018 for the Republican and
Democratic Primary. Early voting for the runoff began today and continues through
Friday. Please visit the Tarrant County elections website for a sample ballot and polling
hours and locations.
The Sounds of Spring Concert Series wraps up this Friday with performance by
American Jazz Composers Orchestra. The concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. on the City
Hall Plaza. Admission and parking are free. There will be a variety of food trucks and
activities for kids. Please visit our website or call Parks & Recreation for more
information.
Summertime is nearly here and so are the mosquitoes. Make sure you are protected by
using insect repellent whenever you spend time outdoors and by eliminating standing
water where mosquitoes breed around your home. You can find more information on the
city's website.
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Kudos Korner - Our Fleet Services Employees - The Fleet Services Division was recently
named one of the 100 Best Fleets in North America. The annual ranking recognizes
high-trust and high-performance public sector fleet operations. Criteria for the award
include use of technology, collaboration, service turnaround time, performance and
accountability. North Richland Hills ranked 38 this year.
Mayor Trevino recessed the meeting at 9:03 p.m. to reconvene into Executive Session as
authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, specifically Section 551.074:
Personnel matters to deliberate the employment, evaluation, and duties of public
employees - Municipal Judge; and Section 551.071: Consultation with City Attorney -
Construction contract with Kodiak Trenching and Boring LLC for paving improvements on
Rufe Snow Drive.
Mayor Trevino reconvened the meeting at 9:28 p.m., with the same members present.
13.7 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 3516, APPOINTING THE JUDGE AND
ALTERNATE JUDGES OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF RECORD.
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER LOMBARD, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3516.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
I. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 9:32 p.m.
Oscar Trevino, Mayor
Alicia Richardson, City Secretary
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: Budget Department DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the
Tarrant County Tax Assessor/Collector for tax assessment and
collection services of ad valorem taxes for tax year 2018.
PRESENTER: Robert Myers, Budget Director
SUMMARY:
Since 1993, Tarrant County has provided tax assessment and collection services for the
City of North Richland Hills. Staff requests that City Council authorize the City Manager
to execute a contract with Tarrant County in order to continue the provision of these
services for Tax Year 2018.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Tarrant County Tax Assessor/Collector has submitted its annual agreement for
property tax collection services. The county has collected property taxes for the City of
North Richland Hills since October 1993. During this time, staff has been pleased with
the county's performance, customer service and the cost savings realized by the city. A
copy of the agreement is attached for Council consideration.
This agreement is essentially the same as the previous agreement. The proposed rate
for Tax Year 2018 is $0.98 per account, which is the same rate as charged in Tax Year
2017. The Tax Year 2018 rate is based on the Tarrant County Tax Assessor/Collector's
actual cost for tax collection. The estimated number of accounts based on the
preliminary tax roll received in May 2018 is 60,899. This is an increase of 520 accounts
compared to the July 2017 Certified Tax Roll. Based on these accounts, the total
estimated cost for this service is approximately $59,681.
Staff believes the service provided by the Tax Assessor/Collector remains a good value.
It would not be possible for the City of North Richland Hills to conduct the same service
for the amount currently charged by Tarrant County.
RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Tarrant County Tax
Assessor/Collector for tax assessment and collection services.
§ Agreement For the Collection of Taxes
COUNTY OF TARRANT §
Agreement made this - _ day of'___ __ 2018, by and between the Tarrant County Tax
Assessor/Collector,hereiner referred to as ASSFSSOR/COLLFCTOR,and Tarrant County,hereinafter referred to as
the COUNTY,both of whom are addressed at 100 E. Weatherford Street,Fort Worth,Texas 76196-0301,and the City of
North Richland Hills hereinafter referred to as City,whose address is PO Box 820609,North Richland hills,TX 76182,
PURPOSE OFAGREEMENT
The purpose of this Agreement is to state the terms and conditions under which the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will
provide assessment and collection services of Ad Valorem taxes levied by the City.
NO W Tl IEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises herein contained,the parties hereto agree as follows:
1.
SEX VICES TO BE PERf'ORNIED
The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR agrees to bill and collect the taxes due and owing on taxable property upon which the
City has imposed said taxes. The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR shall perform the said services in the same manner and
fashion as Tarrant County collects its own taxes due and owing on taxable property. The services performed are as follows:
receiving the Certified Appraisal Roll from the appropriate Appraisal District and monthly changes thereto; providing
mortgage companies, property owners and tax representatives, tax roll and payment data; providing all necessary
assessments of taxes and'fruth in Taxation calculations as required;the transmittal of tax statements via the U.S. Mail or
electronic transfer of data; and payment processing. All City disbursements, made by check or by electronic transfer
(ACH), for collected tax accounts will be made to the City on the day the COUNTY 'Depository Batik indicates the
mandatory assigned "float" period has elapsed and the Fords are posted to the collected balance. If any daily collection
total is less than one hundred dollars ($100.00), the disbursement may be withheld until the cumulative total of taxes
collected for the City equals at least one hundred dollars($100.00),or at the close of the month.
H.
REPORTS
The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will provide the City of North Richland Hills the following reports via internet access:
Daily: Entity Distribution Repot
Monthly: Tax Roll Summary
Year-to-Date Summary Report Part A,B and C
Detail Collection Summary Report
Distribution Summary
Detail Collection Summary By Year
Entity Revenue and Expense Reports—as required by Property Tax Code Sec 3 1.10
Annual: Certified Tax Roll
The following weekly reports are available upon request only and provided via email:
Weekly: Detail Collection Summary Report
Detail Collection Summary By Year
III.
COMPENSATION
In consideration of the services to be performed by the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR,compensation for the services rendered
is a rate of ninety-eight cents ($0.98)per account located within Tarrant County, and two-dollars and sixty cents($2.60)
per account located outside Tarrant County. The number of accounts billed will be based on the July 25 billing roll certified
to the ASSESSOR/COL.LECTOR,net of subsequent account additions and deletions made by the Appraisal District. The
ASSESSOR/COLL E,CTOR will invoice fo'these accounts by January 31,2019 with payment to be received from the
City by February 28,2019.
The scope of services identified in this contract does not include the administration of a rollback election. In the event of
a successful rollback election,these costs incurred by the Tarrant County Tax Office will be separately identified,billed,
and paid by the entity.
IV.
AUDITS
The ASSESSOWCOLLECTOR will provide to the City auditor necessary explanations of all reports and access to
ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR in-house tax system computer terminals to assist the City auditor in verifying audit samples
of the financial data previously provided by the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR during the past audit period. Additional
support for entity verification or entity auditor verification is not a part of this contract. Each request for support will be
reviewed individually. Costs for providing audit support will be determined by the ASSFSSORICOLLECTOR and will
be charged to and must be paid by the City.
1!
TAX RATF.REQUIREMENT
The City will provide the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR copies of the resolution, ordinance, or order signed by the
governing body adopting the City's current tax rate and exemption schedule to be applied for assessing purposes
along with a copy of the rate calculation worksheets,if applicable,by Friday,September 14,2018. Under authority
of Section 31.01 (h) of the Property Tax Code, any additional cost of printing and mailing tax statements because of late
reporting of the tax rate or tire exemption schedule will be charged to and must be paid by the City. Any additional cost
or expense requiring recalculation or rebilling due to an inaccurate or erroneous tax rate provided by City ofNorth Richland
Hills will be paid by City of North Richland Hills.
The tax rate and the exemption schedule for each of the last five(5)years in which an ad valorem tax was levied, or all
prior years where there remains delinquent tax,must be furnished in writing to the ASSESSOIVCOLLECTOR at the time
of the initial contract.
VI:
COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE
.STATUTL'.S, ORDINANCES,AND REGULATIONS
In perlerrming the services required underthis Agreement,the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR shall comply with all applicable
federal and state statutes, final Court orders and Comptroller regulations. If such compliance is impossible for reasons
beyond its control,the ASSESSOR/COLLECT'OR shall immediately notify the City of that fact and the reasons therefore.
Vll.
DEPOSIT OF FUNDS
All funds collected by the ASSESSOWCOLLECTOR in the performance of the services stated herein for the City shall
be promptly transferred to the account of the City at the City's depository bank. All payments to entities will be made
electronically by the automated clearing house(ACH). The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR has no liability for the funds after
initiation of the ACH transfer of the City's funds from the COUNTY Depository to the City's designated depository.
ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR has the authority to temporarily suspend payments to City of North Richland hills (file to
unforeseen or unanticipated circumstances.
VIIL
INVESTMENT OF FUNDS
The City hereby agrees that the COUNTY, acting through the COUNTY Auditor, may invest collected ad valorem tax
funds of the City during the period between collection and payment. The COUNTY agrees that it will invest such funds
in compliance with the Public Farads Investment Act, The COUNTY further agrees that it will pay to the City all interest
or other earnings attributable to taxes owed to the City. All parties agree that this Agreement will not be construed to
lengthen the time period during which the COUNTY or the ASSESSOR/COLLEICTOR may hold such funds before
payment to the City.
IX.
REFUNDS
Refunds will be made by the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR except as set forth herein. The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will
advise the City of changes in the tax roll which were mandated by the appropriate Appraisal District.
The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will not make refunds on prior year paid accounts unless the prior year paid accounts for
the past five(5)years are provided to the ASSESSORICOLLECTOR.
If the amount of refunds processed for City of North Richland Hills exceeds collections for City of North Richland Bills,
City of North Richland Hills will be placed in a negative status and no distributions made to City of North Richland Hilts
until collections exceed the negative balance.
All refunds of overpayments or erroneous payments due,but not requested,and as described in Section 31.11 of the Texas
Property "Tax Code, will after three years from the date of payment, be proportionately disbursed to those entities
contracting with the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR. The contract must have been in force,actual assessment and collection
functions begun and the tax account was at the time of the over or erroneous payment within the City's jurisdiction. The
proportional share is based upon the City's percent of the tax account's total levy assessed at the time of receipt of the over
or erroneous payment.
In the event any lawsuit regarding the collection of taxes provided for in this agreement to which the City is a party, is
settled or a final judgment rendered,and which final judgment is not appealed,and the terms of such settlement agreement
or final judgment require that a refund be issued by the City to the taxpayer, such refund shall be made by
ASSF.SSOR/COLLSCTOR by debiting funds collected by ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR on behalf of the City and remitting
such refund to the taxpayer in conformity with the terms of the settlement agreement or final judgment.
X.
DELINQUENT COLLECT IONS
The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will assess and collect the collection fee pursuant to Sections, 33.07, 33.08, 33.11 and
33.48 of the Property Tax Code, when allowed. The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will collect attorney fees that are
specified by the City through written agreement with a delinquent collection Attorney. The ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR
will disburse the amount directly to the City for compensation to a Firm under contract to the City.
If die delinquent collection Attorney contracted by the City requires attendance of ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR personnel
at a court other than the District Courts in downtown Fort Worth,and the COUNTY is not a party,the employee's expenses
and proportionate salary will be the responsibility of the City and will be added to the collection expenses and charged to
the City.
'the ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR will not be responsible for the collection of prior year delinquent accounts unless all
delinquent accounts information is provided to the ASSESSOR/COL.LECTOR.
XI.
TERM OFAGRFEMEWT
This Agreement shall become effective as of the date hereinabove set out,and shall continue in effect during the 2018
tax year,unless sooner temrinated by providing sixty(60)day written notice, as outlined in paragraph XII.
XII.
NOT ICES
Any notices to be given hereunder by either party to the other may be effected by e-mail,or in writing,either by personal
delivery or by mail,registered or certified,postage prepaid with return receipt requested. Mailed notices shall be addressed
to the address of the parties as they appear in the introductory paragraph of this Agreement, but each party may change
this address by notice in accordance with this paragraph.
X111.
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
This instrument hereto contains the entire Agreement between the parties relating to the rights herein granted and
obligations herein assumed. Any oral representations or modifications concerning this instrument shall be of no force or
effect.
This Agreement shall be construed under and in accordance with the laws of the State of'Tcxas,and all obligations of the
parties created hereunder are performable in Tarrant County,Texas.
This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective legal representatives
and successors.
In case any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be invalid, illegal,or
unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or enforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof and
this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal,or unenforceable provisions had never been contained,
This Agreement and the attachments hereto constitutes the sole and only agreement of the parties hereto and supersedes
any prior understandings or written or oral agreements between the parties respecting the within subject matter.
Exeeuted on the day and year first above written,Tarrant County, Texas.
BY.
RON WRIGHT, DA'T'E
TAX AS.SES.SORICOLLECTOR
TARRANT COUNTY
FOR City of North Richland Hills
BY:
DA'T'E
777LE:
FOR TARRANT C'OUNT'Y.•
BY,
B. GLEN WHIT LEY DA 71'
TARRANT COUNTY.IUDGE
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
BY:
CRIMINAL DISTIUC'T ATTORNEY'S OFFICE' DATE
*bylaw,the Criminal District Attorney's Office may only approve contracts for its clients. We reviewed this document as to form from our client's
legal perspective. Other parties may not rely on this approval.Instead those parties should seek contract review from independent counsel.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Consider Resolution No. 2018-014, Authorizing the Application for
the Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership for FY
2018
PRESENTER: Mike Young, Assistant Police Chief
SUMMARY:
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has announced the application funding period
for the FY 2018 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program (BVP) created by the Bulletproof
Vest Partnership Grant Act of 1998 and reauthorized by the Bulletproof Act of 2000. The
Police Department will use the awarded funds to purchase protective armor vests for
sworn personnel.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The U.S. Department of Justice is committed to improving officer safety. The BVP
initiative was designed to provide a critical resource to state and local law enforcement
for the sole purpose of purchasing bullet-resistant body armor for sworn law
enforcement officers. The BJA has awarded more than 1.2 million bullet proof vests
through the BVP Program. Jurisdictions with fewer than 100,000 residents receive
priority funding, up to 50 percent of the cost of each eligible body armor vest purchased.
The police department is seeking authorization to apply for the FY 2018 BVP funding to
purchase ballistic and stab-resistant armor vests for all sworn personnel. A focus on
safety should be maintained at all levels within the organization and be reinforced
through supervision, training, and policy. To receive the BVP funds, every law
enforcement agency must have a written body armor wear policy. North Richland Hills
Police Department General Order Number 704 - Protective Equipment fulfills this
requirement.
The anticipated funding level for this grant request is $11,000.00. There is a 50%
match requirement. Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds or other federal funding
sources may not be used to pay for the portion of the bullet proof vest that is not
covered by BVP funds. The use period for the FY 2018 BVP funds will expire August
31, 2020.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution No. 2018-014
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-014
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
SUBMISSION OF THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE FY 2018 BULLETPROOF
VEST PARTNERSHIP
WHEREAS, The City of North Richland Hills, Texas possesses legal authority to apply
for and to make appointments for the conduct of business relative to the
Bureau of Justice Assistance FY 2018 Bulletproof Vest Partnership; and
WHEREAS, The City Council of North Richland Hills finds it is in the best interest of the
citizens of North Richland Hills to request the funds available under this
Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds that the recitals set forth above are true and
correct and are incorporated into this Resolution as if written herein.
SECTION 2. The City Council of North Richland Hills hereby authorizes and approves
the submission of the grant application for the Bureau of Justice
Assistance FY 2018 Bulletproof Vest Partnership and make appointments
for the conduct of business relative to the grant.
SECTION 3. The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills designates Public
Safety Director Jimmy Perdue as the grantee's authorized official, with the
power to apply for, accept, reject, alter or terminate the funding request on
behalf of the applicant agency.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect and be in full force and effect from and
after the date of its adoption, and it is so resolved; and all Resolutions of
the City Council of the City in conflict herewith are hereby amended or
repealed to the extent of such conflict.
PASSED AND APPROVED on this 21St day of May, 2018.
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
By:
Oscar Trevino, Mayor
Resolution No. 2018-014
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ATTEST:
Alicia Richardson, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
Maleshia B. McGinnis, City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Jimmy Perdue, Public Safety Director
Resolution No. 2018-014
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From: BVP Email Account [mailto:ojp(Opublic.govdelive[y.com]
Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 9:34 AM
To: Ken Bounds
Subject: Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) — FY 2018 Application Announcement Updated Links
Dear BVP Participant:
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is pleased to announce the Fiscal Year 2018 BVP application
funding period.
Applications for FY 2018 BVP fiords will be accepted beginning Thursday, April 12, 2018. All
applications must be submitted online at https://o'y.gov/bvpbasi/(Updated Link)by 6:00 pm (e.d.t.),
Tuesday, May 29, 2018.
Important Information Regarding FY 2018 BVP Funds:
1. Jurisdictions receiving funding for reimbursement of body armor purchases must have a written
mandatory wear policy for uniformed patrol officers in place when the FY 2018 BVP applications are
submitted. Please see the BVP mandatory FAQs for further guidance on this requirement:
https://ojp. og v/bvpbasi/docs/FAQsBVPMandatoryWearPolicypdf(Updated Link)
2. Uniquely Fitted Armor Vest Requirement: The BVP Reauthorization Act of 2015 included a
provision that states that BJA may give preferential consideration to BVP recipients that provide
armor vests to law enforcement officers that are uniquely fitted for such officers, including vests
uniquely fitted to individual female law enforcement officers. This provision is applicable to FY 17
BVP awards moving forward. Please see the BVP Reauthorization Act of 2015 amendment for
reference: https://www.con rg ess.gov/114/platys/pub1155/PLAW-11412ubll55.Vdf.
In the BVP Program, "uniquely fitted vests" means protective (ballistic or stab-resistant) armor vests
that conform to the individual wearer to provide the best possible fit and coverage, through a
combination of: 1) correctly-sized panels and carrier, determined through appropriate measurement,
and 2) properly adjusted straps, harnesses, fasteners, flaps, or other adjustable features. The
requirement that body armor be "uniquely fitted" does not necessarily require body armor that is
individually manufactured based on the measurements of an individual wearer. In support of the
Office of Justice Programs' efforts to improve officer safety, the American Society for Testing and
Materials (ASTM) International has made available the Standard Practice for Body Armor Wearer
Measurement and Fitting of Armor(Active Standard ASTM E3003) available at no cost. The
Personal Armor Fit Assessment checklist, is excerpted from ASTM E3003.
In addition, a certification section has been added to the 2018 application (in the BVP system) stating
the jurisdictions and lacy enforcement agency are aware of and will comply with this fitted vest
requirement.
3. Each vest purchased with FY 2018 funds must meet National Institute of Justice (NIJ) standards on
the date it was ordered and must be American-made. Please see this website for the latest NIJ
compliant vests: hops://www.justnet.org/other/ballistic epl.html and
hops://www.justnet.org/other/stab cpc l.html.
4. Jurisdictions with more than one law enforcement agency (LEA) associated with the jurisdiction
account may not submit a separate application. Instead, the LEAs associated with jurisdictions with
more than one LEA must submit their own application information and vest needs to the jurisdiction.
The jurisdiction will then submit the LEA applications in one submission to BJA.
5. To ensure that program participants are submitting applications that accurately reflect their vest
needs for the next two years,please review the program guidance below. Prior to submitting an
application for FY 2018 BVP funds:
a. Verify that the number of vests indicated on the application does not exceed actual agency needs.
Review,all currently deployed vests for those that will need to be replaced during the next two years,
according to the replacement cycle indicated on your BVP system profile. Applications for funds
should reflect the number of vests your agency needs to replace within the next two years, and vests
for officers your agency anticipates hiring in the next two years. (New hires can be anticipated based
on the average number of officers hired over the most recent three years.)
b. Ensure that the application accurately reflects the current market cost for the vests identified on the
application.
c. Review previous year(s) BVP funding to identify any unspent funds that might currently be
available for BVP needs.
Your careful attention to actual vest needs will help ensure that all eligible jurisdictions submitting
requests will receive the maximum award allowable based on the appropriation and distribution
guidelines.
6. BJA has completed user guides and training materials for the BVP application process and the
payment request process. Please see the following website for the guides and checklists:
http://ojp.gov/bvpbasi/bvpprogra=esources.htm
For questions regarding this email or for assistance with the online application process, please do not
hesitate to call the BVP Help Desk at 1-877-758-3787, or email vests a,usdoi.�Zov.
Sincerely,
The BVP Program Team
Bureau of Justice Assistance https://ojp.gov/bvpbasi/
This email was sent to kbounds(anrhtx.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of.
Office of Justice Programs - 810 Seventh Street,NW - Washington, DC 20531 - 202-514-2000
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CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Youth Advisory Committee 2018 Year End Report
PRESENTER: Kristin James, Assistant to the City Manager
SUMMARY:
In accordance with the Youth Advisory Committee's by-laws, the committee shall submit
a year-end report to the City Council on the status of its activities for the year.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
In accordance with the Youth Advisory Committee's by-laws, the committee shall submit
a year-end report to the City Council on the status of its activities for the year. The year-
end report of the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) as submitted by Luis Carrillo, Chair
of the Youth Advisory Committee, is attached for your review.
Luis will be in attendance to present the report to the City Council and several members
of the YAC are expected to attend as well.
RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Youth Advisory Committee's 2018 Year-End Report.
N dln NAM CaT11104e
End of Year Report
May 21 , 2018
The 2017-2018 Academic Year has concluded and the Youth Advisory Committee is
pleased to report it has been exciting and successful. This report is designed to
highlight the year in review and inform the City Council of events and plans for the fall
2018 semester.
The Youth Advisory Committee ended the year with 16 regular members. At the end
May, the following five members will have graduated from the program:
• Luis Carrillo— Birdville High School
• Jillian Oujesky— Richland High School
• Maddie Riscky — Richland High School
• Ben Taylor— Richland High School
• Gabby Whitton — Richland High School
The Youth Advisory Committee wishes them well as they begin their college careers.
Committee members are in the process of recruiting new members, and hope to have
recommendations to Council within a couple months for the 2018-2019 Academic Year.
The Youth Advisory Committee met and heard from various city staff members through
the Guest Speaker Program. This program provided the Youth Advisory Committee
members with an opportunity to learn more about the City and the services it provides to
the citizens. The Youth Advisory Committee had the opportunity to hear from the City
Manager's Office, Public Works Department, Emergency Management, and the
Economic Development Department.
For their spring service project the Committee hosted the NRH Dog Show on May 6.
Many hours of planning and marketing went in to hosting this successful event. In
addition to an entire pallet of dog food being donated to the Animal Adoption and
Rescue Center from one of the vendors who participated, the Committee also raised
over $320 through registration fees for the event. The Committee is looking at
opportunities to host the event next year, and will look at ways to grow the event as we
move into 2019.
The Youth Advisory Committee also presented their annual project to City Council
during the May 21, 2018 City Council Work Session Meeting. This year the Committee
presented to Council a new initiative called Healthy NRH. The Committee spent time
researching and evaluating other similar programs, which then allowed them to create a
multi-faceted program that they feel will touch all residents of the city. The Committee
believes the City can capitalize on the current city events, programs and facilities
available by bringing on a larger educational aspect via social media, a website and
additional free events. The program they have designed incorporates three components
of healthy living — exercise, diet and preventive medical care.
On May 9, 2018, The Youth Advisory Committee held their annual Executive Committee
election. The 2018-2019 Executive Committee is as follows:
• Naia Garner — Chair
• Cynthia Cruz —Vice Chair
• Shelby Thomason — Secretary
• Sydney Thomason — Treasurer
The Youth Advisory Committee would like to thank the City Council for the opportunity
to become active and involved in the community. The Committee looks forward to
visiting the City Council at the end of next year with a new report.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Luis Carrillo, YAC Chair
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NORTH KICHL,AND HILLS
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Consider appointing a member of City Council to serve as Mayor Pro
Tern for a term of one year.
PRESENTER: Alicia Richardson, City Secretary
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this item is to appoint a member of the City Council to serve as Mayor
Pro Tern for the term of one year.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Pursuant to Article VI, Section 2 of the City Charter, the City Council shall select a
mayor pro tern from among the seven members of Council. The appointment shall be
made at the first regular meeting following the general city election. The mayor pro tem
shall, in the absence or disability of the mayor, perform all the mayor's duties.
RECOMMENDATION:
Appoint a member of City Council to serve as Mayor Pro Tern for one year.
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NOKTH KICHL,AND HILLS
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
FROM: The Office of the City Manager DATE: May 21, 2018
SUBJECT: Announcements
PRESENTER:
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
At each Council meeting a member of the governing body announces upcoming events
in the City and recognizes an employee that exemplifies the City's core values.
Announcements:
Dive into summer fun at NRH2O Family Water Park. NRH20 will be open daily starting
this Saturday, May 26. Visit NRH2O.com for hours of operation and a list of special
events planned throughout the summer.
City Hall and other non-emergency City offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 for
the Memorial Day holiday. The NRH Centre, Iron Horse Golf Course and NRH2O
Family Water Park will be open on Memorial Day. Garbage and recycling will be
collected as normal.
The NRH Senior Center will celebrate National Senior Center Health Day on May 30 by
hosting a Health Fair from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Grand Hall. Stop by for
educational information and free health screenings. Contact the Senior Center for more
information.
Kudos Korner:
Every City Council Meeting, we spotlight our employees for the great things they do.
Tonight we recognize:
Fire Chief Stan Tinney, Managing Director of Parks and Recreation Vickie Loftice
— With very short notice, Chief Tinney and Vickie Loftice stepped up to organize a group
of volunteers to represent the City of North Richland Hills at a charity walk in a nearby
city. Their willingness to do this is a reflection of their character and commitment to
giving back to the community. Stan and Vickie are true servant leaders who have built a
culture of giving within their departments. We appreciate their service and the example
they set for all of our city employees.