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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 1987-11-09 Minutes Present: NOTES ON PRE-COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1987 Dan Echols Dick Fisher Richard Davis Mack Garvin Marie Hinkle Virginia Moody Jim Ramsey Linda Spurlock Rodger Line Dennis Horvath Rex McEntire John Whitney Richard Albin Gene Riddle Richard Royston Lee Maness Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilman Councilwoman City Manager Assistant City Manager Attorney Support Services Director City Engi neer Public Works Director Planning/Development Dir. Finance Director ITEM DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT CONSIDERATION OF A) Winn Sharp, Jack Roseberry, Bruce Auld Jeanette FINANCIAL Post Agenda for PARTICIPATION and Tim McClendon were in attendance from Workshop on 11/18/87 WITH VARIOUS ENCIES the Chamber of Commerce. Printed material was passed out on the various chamber activities. The biggest problem facing the Chamber is that the funds furnished from North Richland Hills to the Chamber have been in escrow and can not be used as part of the M & 0 Budget. It was determined that it was never the intent of the North Richland Hills City Council to freeze these funds in that manner. The Council's only concern was the results obtained by the Chamber. B) George Angle and Mary Paris were present from the Northeast Fine Arts League. They indicated that their operation is comprised of volunteers, with no paid staff, and that EM DISCUSSION North Richland Hills has and will continue to be the focal point of their activities. There was some discussion of possibly increasing our donation to cover the costs of rehearsals in the auditorium. C) Sandra Eddy and Glen Porterfield, of the Trinity Arts Council, were present and explained the Trinity Arts Program and its importance in the overall economic development of the community. D) Linda Braswell, Director of the Rape Crisis of the Women's Center, was present. Ms. Braswell explained that her organization is a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week action center. She expressed her appreciation for-the opportunity to address the Council on her program and that thus far this year 8,000 children have been trained by her organization on how to avoid and report child abuse. E) Delores Sutton was present and explained that this is a United Way Agency and is located on Brown Trail in Bedford. Ms. Sutton also explained the ongoing education program conducted by her organization. Page Two 11/9/87 Pre-Council ASSIGNMENT TTEM DISCUSSION CANVASSING CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION A discussion was held to determine if the Council has a discretionary vote in the canvassing of election results. Although the State Statute requires that the vote be canvassed, there is no penalty. After the discussion it was decided that a vote on this item would be taken in open Council. WATAUGA RO,ll,D IMPROVEMENTS NORTH PARK CHURCH MEDIAN STUDY Councilman Richard Davis indicated that the CIP Committee will recommend Plan #4 which will allow North Park Church one median cut. There was some indication from some church member present that this would not be satisfactory. This issue will be voted upon at the next Council Meeting. SMITHnELD ROAD PRELIMINARY PLANS APPROVAL Richard Albin discussed the preliminary plans for this project and the need to obtain the majority of the right-of-way from the west side of the road. Final plans will be presented at the November 23rd Council Meeting. MACKEY CREEK PHASE II DRAINAGE CONSTRUCTION Richard Albin explained that this drainage project is needed and that some problems can be expected in obtaining the needed easements from Mr. Leffingwell, Ms. Gaston and Mr. Winters. Page Three 11/9/87 Pre-Council ASSIGNMENT NAN Jeanette Agenda for 11/23/87 Meeting Gene Riddle Follow up Gene Riddle Fo 11 ow up "EM STREET TO BE RESURFACED 'UNDER THE 1988 COUNTY PROGRAM PUBLIC HEARING - TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE REVISED SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE PARTICIPATION IN NORTHEAST - TARRANT COUNTY FREEWAY STUDY POSSIBLE WORK ~':SS ION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES IN DECEMBER _ OTHER ITEMS DISCUSSION No discussion. It was decided that the complete Subdivision Ordinance will be discussed at the next available work session and that no vote is is required at this Council Meeting. No discussion. A work session was set for Wednesday, November 18, 1987 to discuss the participation in various organizations and the new Subdivision Ordinance. Due to the NLC Meeting, only one Council Meeting will be held in December, December 21st, 1987. RNL explained the reason for a $88,000 Change Order to the Watauga Road project. It will be on the next Agenda for ratification. Page Four 11/9/87 Pre-Council ASSIGNMENT Gene Riddle Fo 11 ow up Jeanette Place on Agenda for 11/18/87 Meeting S ta ff Note Jeanette Rewis Please advertise Gene Riddle Cover Sheet for 11/23/87 Meeting 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 - NOVEMBER 9, 1987 - 7:30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Echols called the meeting to order November 9, 1987, at 7:30 p.m. Present: Dan Echols Dick Fisher Richard Davis Marie Hinkle Mack Garvin Virginia Moody Jim Ramsey Linda Spurlock Staff : Rodger N. Line Dennis Horvath Jeanette Rewis Rex McEntire Lee Maness Gene Riddle Richard Royston Richard Albin Don Bowen Members of the Press Absent: John Whitney 2. ROLL CALL Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilwoman City Manager Assistant City Manager City Secretary Attorney Finance Director Public Works Director Director of Planning City Engineer Planning & Zoning Member Director of Support Services 3. INVOCATION Councilwoman Hinkle gave the invocation. 4. PRESENTATION BY MAYOR OF AWARDS FOR BICENTENNIAL CONTEST Mayor Echols made the following presentation of awards for the Bicentennial Contest. 12th Grade Essay Contest: First Place, $100 Savings Bond - Steve Horstman Second Place, $75 Savings Bond - Jeff Knollenberg Third Place, $50 Savings Bond - Lisa Wood November 9, 1987 Page 2 11th Grade Essay Contest: First Place, $100 Savings Bond - Daniel Gray 10th Grade Essay Contest: First Place, $100 Savings Bond - Patricia Vuillemot Elementary School Art Contest (entered only by students from Foster Village): 1st Grade: First Prize, $10.00 - Bryan Higgins Third Grade: First Prize, $15.00 - Kayla Wood Second Prize, Ribbon - Cherie Emerson Third Prize, Certificate - Helen Kim Fourth Grade: First Prize, $15.00 - Adrian Spears Second Prize, Ribbon - Marisa Huber Third Prize, Certificate - Terry Bogan Fifth Grade: First Prize, $25.00 - Lisa Cole Second Prize, Ribbon - Maly Xaykosy Third Prize, Certificate - Lucas Niell Thomas Sixth Grade: First Prize, $25.00 - Eric Anderson Second Prize, Ribbon - Josh Watkins Third Prize, Certificate - Mike Davis 5. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 26, 1987 APPROVED Mayor Pro Tem Fisher moved, seconded by Councilman Davis, to approve the minutes of the October 26, 1987 meeting. Motion carried 5-0; Councilwoman Hinkle and Councilman Garvin abstaining due to absence from the meeting. 6. REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA Councilwoman Moody removed Item No. 14 from the Consent Agenda. 7. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM(S) INDICATED BY ASTERISK (15, 16, 18, 19, 20 & 28) APPROVED Councilwoman Moody moved, seconded by Councilman Ramsey, to approve the Consent Agenda. November 9, 1987 Page 3 Motion carried 7-0. Councilman Davis moved, seconded by Councilwoman Moody, to move Item No. 17 to this point on the Agenda. Motion carried 7-0. 17. GN 87-129 CANVASSING CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION, ORDINANCE NO. 1509 APPROVED Councilman Ramsey made the following statements: "Since I was opposed to Proposition 13, I may be criticized for making this motion. However, I feel that there may have been confusion about the issue. I also realize my oath of office, which was very ethically pointed out to me. I am ready to fully accept what might have happened in the election and am fully going to accept the motion I am going to make." Councilman Ramsey moved. seconded by Councilman Davis. that Ordinance No. 1509 be passed and approved with the following changes: Section 1. The above canvass be, and is hereby, approved as to Propositions 1 through 12. Proposition 13 is excluded. Section 2. (As written) Section 3. Propositions 2 through 12 are declared to have been approved by the voters. Section 4. City was: The canvass shows that the total number of votes cast in the 5.317. Councilman Garvin stated this was possibly one of the hardest and controversial decisions that had come before the Council since he had been seated. Councilman Garvin stated he was not in favor of four year terms and voted against the amendment knowing what he was voting for. Councilman Garvin stated it was obvious in talking to a large number of people that there was a lot of confusion over the wording of Proposition 13. Councilman Garvin stated the people he had talked with thought they were voting to maintain two year council terms. Councilman Garvin stated there seemed to be a question on whether or not the Council had an option on not canvassing Proposition 13. He had only heard hearsay suggestions from different people and legal advisors and had received conflicting opinions; therefore, he was going to support Councilman Ramsey's motion. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she would like to say she was one of the ones that did not read carefully and voted wrong. Councilwoman Spurlock stated voting wrong was not her problem, her problem was with the motion not to canvass. Councilwoman Spurlock stated that to her canvassing was not placing judgment on whether something was worded correctly or incorrectly. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she had also received a lot of advice and wanted the question resolved. Councilwoman Spurlock stated November 9, 1987 Page 4 failure to canvass was failure to say there was an election and the number of votes that was cast. Councilwoman Spurlock stated it needed to be resolved by law in District Court and that was the only way it could be resolved. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she also felt that failing to canvass was failing to take care of the problem which was what she wanted done. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she felt that by failing to canvass there would be a precedent set that anytime there was an election from now on it could be said that it wasn't understood and the canvass refused. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she wanted to see it resolved and she felt that it should be resolved in District Court where the judge would decide, hopefully in the favor that it was worded incorrectly and poorly. Councilwoman Spurlock stated she felt the judge was the only one that could set aside the judgment. Councilman Davis stated that for the benefit of the voters of the City he would like to acknowledge the fact that he made a mistake by letting the wording that was on the ballot be approved. Councilman Davis stated he felt the Council and himself did not edit or proofread as closely as they should have. Councilman Davis stated the wording in the brochure that was sent to all the households did explain it. Councilman Davis stated there was some very concerned businessmen in the community that sent a mail out as late as the day before the election that was clear in explaining Proposition 13. Councilman Davis stated he wanted the citizens to know a mistake was made and he intended to try and face the mistake. Councilman Davis stated he felt it was in the best interest of the City not to have four year terms and would support Councilman Ramsey's motion because he felt that was what the voters wanted. Councilwoman Hinkle stated she believed that there had been confusion and she also wanted to resolve the problem. Councilwoman Hinkle stated she also had talked with a lot of people and legal advisors and in her opinion felt canvassing the vote was a legal process. Councilwoman Hinkle stated the Council did not want and and does not want victory that was gained through confusion. Councilwoman Hinkle stated she did not want the Council to do something as a City that would haunt them later and wanted to do it right. Councilwoman Hinkle stated that from what she could understand, it was not legal for the Council not to canvass the vote. Councilwoman Moody stated she felt it was important that the people know that it was not the intention of the Council to mislead the citizens in anyway. Councilwoman Moody stated she felt the wording on the ballot was done very poorly. Councilwoman Moody stated from the personal contact she had, some of the citizens were telling her they voted in error. Councilwoman Moody stated she thought that what the Council was trying to do tonight was to tell the voters that the Council was going to correct the problem whether this was the right way or the wrong way. Councilwoman Moody stated the Council had been given legal advise and legal opinions in both directions and she felt the important thing was that the people know that the Council would correct it and that the wording was not done intentionally. Mayor Pro Tem Fisher stated he understood Proposition 13 and voted against it, but he felt it was the Council's obligation to canvass the votes. Mayor Pro Tem Fisher stated he felt that if the Council did not canvass November 9, 1987 Page 5 there would be long time repercussions. Motion carried 4-3; Councilwoman Moody, Councilmen Ramsey, Davis and Garvin voting for and Councilwomen Spurlock and Hinkle and Mayor Pro Tem Fisher voting against. 8. PZ 87-20 PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST OF BURK COLLINS INVESTMENTS TO REZONE LOTS 44 AND 45, BLOCK 2. W.E. ODELL ADDITION FROM R-3 (SINGLE FAMILY) TO 1-2 (INDUSTRIAL) (LOCATED ON SOUTH SIDE OF ODELL STREET EAST OF DAVIS BOULEVARD) Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak in favor of this request to please come forward. Mr. Jackie Fluitt, representing Burk Collins Investments, appeared before the Council. Mr. Fluitt stated they were requesting a zoning change from R-3 Single Family to Industrial on Lots 44 and 45 of Odell Addition. Mr. Fluitt stated it was basically the two remaining lots of their last request, which at that time they did not have these two lots under contract. Mr. Fluitt stated they now have these lots under contract and were requesting the zoning change. Mr. Fluitt stated he would answer any questions the Council might have. Councilman Davis asked if negotiations were still going on with the property owners on the north side of Odell Street. Mr. Fluitt stated as far as he knew they were. Councilman Ramsey stated he also had the same question because the minutes of October 8th stated yes they had made an offer to all of them and asked if that was still correct. Mr. Fluitt stated he believed offers had been made to all of them. Councilman Ramsey asked if they had received any rejections and counter offers. Mr. Fluitt stated they had received some rejections on the price they had offered and he was not sure about the counter offers. Councilman Ramsey asked if he could supply some dates. Mr. Fluitt stated they had been dealing through real estate agents and he did not know the exact dates of the offers. Councilman Ramsey stated he had a lot of confidence that Burk Collins Investments would work this out. Mr. Fluitt stated they were going to do their very best. November 9, 1987 Page 6 Councilman Ramsey stated that actions speak better than words. Councilman Ramsey stated it was now November and nothing had been resolved since the last Council Meeting, other than the Council had received some other information. Mayor Echols called for any wishing to speak in opposition to the request to please come forward. Mr. V.L. Gibson, 8333 Odell Street, appeared before the Council. Mr. Gibson stated he did not know what he could say to the Council that he had not already said. Mr. Gibson stated that Burk Collins Investments had not contacted any of the property owners on the north side since the last meeting. Mr. Gibson stated they had spent many hours and had come to Planning & Zoning Commission, Council, City Staff and other meetings to ask for fair treatment concerning this impossible situation. Mr. Gibson stated that Mr. Collins promised he and his wife that he would buy everybody out on both sides of the street. Mr. Gibson stated Mr. Collins said that if no one wanted to sell, he would drop it. Mr. Gibson stated that Mr. Collins had not tried to buyout the property owners on the north side. Mr. Gibson stated he asked Mr. Royston where the warehouse traffic would enter and exit. Mr. Gibson stated that Mr. Royston answered, without hesitation, Northeast Parkway. Mr. Gibson stated that at the last meeting Mr. Collins said that the owners of Haverty's would say which street would be used. Mr. Gibson stated he did not believe that Mr. Collins would ever reach an agreement with the property owners on the north side, and this would leave he and his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Odette facing the warehouses. Mr. Gibson stated they were asking that the Council vote no on this request. Councilwoman Moody asked if he and Mrs. Odette were the only two that had not been negotiated with on Odell. Mr. Gibson stated Mr. Collins had given him an unacceptable offer. Councilwoman Moody asked if Mr. Collins offered what he considered in his opinion to be a fair offer, would he be opposed to this rezoning. Mr. Gibson stated they would have to hear the offer again. Councilwoman Moody stated this was merely a housekeeping task that was taking place tonight; everything else around it was complete. Mr. Gibson stated it should not have been approved to begin with. Councilwoman Moody stated her question was did he opposed to this simply because in his opinion he had not received a fair offer on his property. Mr. Gibson stated if he received a fair offer he would sell it to him because his word was his bond. Mr. Gibson stated if one person refused to sell it should have been stopped then. Mr. Gibson stated his neighbors said that Mr. Collins was not going to buy the north side. Councilwoman Moody asked if anyone representing Burk Collins had been in November 9, 1987 Page 7 touch with him since the last Council Meeting. Mr. Gibson stated yes, Mr. Collins came by and told him they were in Court in Dallas and he would try and get back in touch with them. Councilman Ramsey stated he felt the record should show whether Mr. Collins or his representatives had been in contact with Mr. Gibson. Councilman Ramsey stated that concerning the traffic it was his opinion based upon the last Council meeting that for anybody, Staff, Council. or a representative anywhere to assume what was going to happen on Odell Street right now was extremely premature until the platting process was reached. Councilman Ramsey stated he felt the Council had the assurance that Odell Street was going to be addressed in the platting process. Mr. Gibson stated he did not believe that Mr. Collins was going to buyout the north side and be out a million dollars when he already had what he needed on the south side. Mayor Pro Tem Fisher stated he believed that Mr. Collins was an ethical businessman and that he would pursue making an offer to Mr. Gibson for his property. Mayor Pro Tem Fisher stated he felt it was after the fact now, two houses would not keep Mr. Collins from going ahead and building the warehouse. Ms. Hazel Odette, 8337 Odell, appeared before the Council. Ms. Odette stated she lived opposite from the zoning request. Ms. Odette stated she did not want to look out her front door at warehouses. Ms. Odette stated that if Mr. Collins offered them a decent price they would sell, but no one had contacted them at all. Ms. Odette stated there was two that she knew of that had been contacted on the north side. Ms. Odette stated they were beginning to believe that Mr. Collins never intended to buy the north side. Mayor Echols asked Ms. Odette if she was never approached by a real estate agent representing Mr. Collins. Ms. Odette stated they had been approached by no one. Councilwoman Spurlock stated from reading the Planning & Zoning notes, Mr. Collins was quoted as saying that he had made and offer to all on the north side. Councilwoman Spurlock asked if that was correct. Mr. Fluitt stated he was under the impression that everybody had been contacted. Mr. Fluitt stated it was possible that Ms. Odette was at the hospital and had been missed. Councilwoman Spurlock stated these notes were taken on October 8th and asked when the hospitalization took place. Mr. Fluitt stated he was not sure. Councilwoman Moody stated Mr. Collins assured the Council that the north November 9, 1987 Page 8 side would be negotiated with and he would buy the north side and the Council was going to hold him to it. Councilwoman Moody stated the Planning and Zoning notes were from October 8th and Ms. Odette said she has not been contacted. Councilwoman Moody stated plenty of time had lapsed and someone should have contacted Ms. Odette, her daughter, and everyone that lives on the north side. Mr. Fluitt stated he believed the Odettes were under contract. Councilwoman Moody stated she did not know why Mr. Odette would say she had not been contacted. Councilwoman Moody stated the Council was not here to negotiate real estate, but it was hard to do what was best for everybody when one person needed to be taken care of and that one person represented everybody on the north side of Odell. Mayor Echols asked if it was correct that Ms. Odette or her husband had not been contacted. Ms. Odette said no one had been near her house. Ms. Jonie Ruppel, 7013 Stoneridge Drive, appeared before the Council. Ms. Ruppel stated that Odell Street was not a Tara Plantation or a Norwood Drive and these people were not looking for an offer that would make them millionaires. Ms. Ruppel stated she was asking the Council to table this motion to get Mr. Collins rolling to take care of these people and then start the construction of the Haverty's warehouse after these people have been taken care of. Ms. Linda Madden, 8620 Amundson, appeared before the Council. Ms. Madden stated she was also in favor of tabling it. Ms. Madden stated she could not believe the Council could do this when their only financial security was their home. There being no one else wishing to speak in Mayor Echols closed the Public Hearing. 9. ORDINANCE NO. 1506 POSTPONED Councilwoman Moody moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hinkle, to table Ordinance No. 1506 until the next Council meeting. Attorney McEntire advised that it would have to be published fifteen days prior to the meeting. Councilwoman Moody amended her motion, Councilwoman Hinkle amended her second, to postpone Ordinance No. 1506 until December 21, 1987. Councilman Ramsey stated there were two lots left and because of this some of the Council voted against the zoning the last time because they did not feel the whole package was together. Councilman Ramsey stated that whether the zoning of these two lots was approved or not, in his personal November 9, 1987 Page 9 opinion he did not feel that it would stop the development. Councilman Davis stated he appreciated the problems that Ms. Odette and Mr. Gibson had in trying to negotiate whether or not to sell. Councilman Davis stated he felt that the best and highest use of the property was industrial. Councilman Davis stated he liked to take a man at his word. Councilman Davis stated he was not changing his mind on the fact that he felt the zoning should be industrial, but he wanted the developer to keep his word and he had no problem with postponing it for that length of time. Councilwoman Moody stated she was not opposed to the housekeeping that this rezoning represented, but she was opposed to what appeared to be Mr. Collins lack of effort to negotiate with the north side of Odell. Councilwoman Moody stated she felt the Council should have a progress report from Mr. Collins' office as to exactly what he was doing on the north side. Councilman Davis called for the question. Motion carried 7-0. 10. PZ 87-21 PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST OF WILLIAM E. PASTEUR AND WALTER ELLIOTT, JR. TO REZONE A PORTION OF TRACT 5, WILLIAM COX SURVEY, ABSTRACT 321, FROM R-7 MF (MULTI-FAMILY) AND C-1 (COMMERCIAL) TO R-8 ZERO LOT LINE SINGLE FAMILY (LOCATED EAST OF CENTURY DRIVE, SOUTH OF STARNES ROAD AND WEST OF SMITHFIELD ROAD) Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak in favor to please come forward. Mr. Bill Pasteur, owner, appeared before the Council. Mr. Pasteur stated this request consisted of 18 acres, ten acres was zoned commercial, and they felt that was too much commercial. Mr. Pasteur stated they felt R-8 zoning would be more productive. Mr. Pasteur stated the property was not zoned multi-family and R-8 zoning would reduce the density. Mr. Pasteur asked for rebuttal time if necessary. Mayor Pro Tem Fisher asked if the houses would be larger than 1,200 square feet. Mr. Pasteur stated the houses probably would be larger, it was hard to answer at the present time. Mr. Pasteur stated they were building in other areas and were building 2,000 square feet and would probably build 1,400 square feet houses on this property. Councilwoman Moody asked if he would have a problem with the stipulation of 1,500 square feet. Mr. Pasteur replied he would have a problem with a 1,500 square feet stipulation. November 9, 1987 Page 10 Councilman Ramsey stated to keep in mind that apartments could be built here and they would only have to be 750 square feet. Councilwoman Hinkle stated she would prefer to keep as many apartments out of North Richland Hills as possible. Councilman Garvin stated he felt the City needed to have homes the young people could afford. Mayor Echols called for anyone wishing to speak in opposition to please come forward. Mr. Jim Claunch, 817 Penn Street, appeared before the Council. Mr. Claunch stated he did not like 1,200 square foot homes and had just as soon leave it multi-family. Mr. Claunch stated that to build small houses, they would end up rent houses. There being no one else wishing to speak Mayor Echols closed the Public Hearing. 11. ORDINANCE NO. 1507 APPROVED Councilman Ramsey moved, seconded by Councilwoman Moody, to approve Ordinance No. 1507. Motion carried 6-1; Mayor Pro Tem Fisher, Councilwomen Moody and Spurlock. Councilmen Ramsey, Garvin and Davis voting for; Councilwoman Moody voting against. RECESS Mayor Echols called a recess. BACK TO ORDER Mayor Echols called the meeting back to order with the same members present as recorded. 12. PZ 87-22 PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST OF BURK COLLINS INVESTMENTS TO REZONE BLOCKS 6 AND 7, AND PORTIONS OF BLOCK 2, 3 AND 5 STONYBROOKE SOUTH ADDITION, FROM R-5D (DUPLEX) TO R-8 ZERO LOT LINE SINGLE FAMILY (LOCATED EAST OF NORTHEAST PARKWAY, NORTH OF THE ST. LOUIS AND SOUTHWESTERN RAILROAD. AND EAST OF DAVIS BOULEVARD) Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak in favor of this request to please come forward. Mr. Jackie Fluitt, representing Burk Collins Investments, appeared before November 9, 1987 Page 11 the Council. Mr. Fluitt stated they were requesting the R-5-D zoning be changed to R-8 Single Family. Mr. Fluitt stated the lots would be 5,000 square feet. Councilman Davis asked what the change in density would be. Mr. Fluitt stated the density would change from 150 duplexes to 94 single family lots. Mayor Echols called for anyone wishing to speak in opposition to this request to please come forward. Mr. V.L. Gibson, 8333 Odell Street, appeared before the Council. Mr. Gibson stated he was not actually in opposition to the request. Mr. Gibson stated this property was located below where he lived and asked how the traffic would come out. Mr. Fluitt stated the traffic would use Northeast Parkway and Steffanie out of the subdivision. Councilwoman Spurlock stated that according to the Planning and Zoning Minutes, Mr. Gibson had stated he was not in opposition. Mr. Gibson stated he was not really against the request, but he had rather see R-8 instead of duplexes. Mayor Echols called for anyone else wishing to speak to please come forward. There being no one else wishing to speak Mayor Echols closed the Public Hearing. 13. ORDINANCE NO. 1508 APPROVED Councilman Moody moved, seconded by Councilman Garvin, to approve Ordinance No. 1508. Motion carried 7-0. 14. GN 87-126 PARTICIPATION IN NORTHEAST TARRANT COUNTY FREEWAY STUDY APPROVED Councilwoman Moody moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fisher, to approve GN 87-126. Motion carried 7-0. November 9, 1987 Page 12 *15. GN 87-127 FINANCING OF UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR MARTIN AND STARNES APPROVED *16. GN 87-128 APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR TRENCH SAFETY PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS FOR STARNES ROAD AND HIGHTOWER DRIVE CONSTRUCTION 17. GN 87-129 CANVASSING CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION, ORDINANCE NO. 1509 APPROVED Heard earlier in the meeting. *18. GN 87-130 SCHOOL CROSSING FLASHING LIGHTS FOR 1988 CONSTRUCTION APPROVED *19. GN 87-131 SMITHFIELD ROAD PRELIMINARY PLANS APPROVAL APPROVED *20. GN 87-132 MACKEY CREEK PHASE II DRAINAGE CONSTRUCTION APPROVED 21. GN 87-133 DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STARNES ROAD, ORDINANCE NO. 1510 APPROVED Councilman Davis asked to be excused from this discussion because of possible conflict of interest. Mayor Echols read the following caption: " ORDINANCE NO. 1510 AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING AND PROVIDING FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: STARNES ROAD FROM SHADY HOLLOW LANE TO CRABTREE LANE IN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING ITS EXECUTION; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE INDEBTEDNESS THEREBY INCURRED; MAKING PROVISIONS FOR THE LEVYING OF ASSESSMENTS AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTIES AND THE OWNERS THEREFORE FOR A PART OF THE COST OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR METHODS OF PAYMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATES IN EVIDENCE OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF THE ADOPTION OF THIS ORDINANCE WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF TARRANT COUNTY, November 9, 1987 Page 13 TEXAS, DECLARING THAT THIS ORDINANCE AND ALL SUBSEQUENT PROCEEDINGS RELATIVE TO SAID STREET IMPROVEMENTS ARE AND SHALL BE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 1105b OF VERNON'S TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THIS ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTE BOOK OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND BY FILING THE COMPLETE ORDINANCE IN THE APPROPRIATE ORDINANCE RECORD OF THIS CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Councilman Ramsey moved, seconded by Councilwoman Moody. to approve Ordinance No. 1510. Motion carried 6-0. 22. GN 87-134 PUBLIC HEARING ON STARNES ROAD ASSESSMENTS APPROVED Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing and called for anyone wishing to speak to please come forward. Mr. Richard Albin, City Engineer. appeared before the Council. Mr. Albin outlined the scope of the project and explained to the Council the nature of the improvements. Mr. Gene Riddle appeared as a witness and further explained the nature of the project. Mr. Riddle testified that each parcel of land on the assessment roll would be increased in value by virtue of the project in an amount of at least the amount of the assessment in each case. Mr. Riddle explained that the completion of the project would allow the undeveloped tracts to be developed into housing additions which would increase the value of each parcel. Mr. John Lutz, 5425 Davis Boulevard, appeared as a witness before the Council. Mr. Lutz testified as to his qualifications as a real estate dealer and appraiser and that he was familiar with the assessments shown on the assessment rolls and was familiar with the tracts of land being assessed. Mr. Lutz further testified that, in his opinion, Starnes Road Project would cause the assessed value of each assessed tract to have and increased value at least in the amount of the assessment shown on the assessment rolls for that tract. Mr. Jim Claunch, owner of the property at 7440 Starnes, appeared before the Council. Mr. Claunch testified that his property was agriculture, that it had a residence on it, the side of which faced Starnes Road. Mr. Claunch testified that his property, for the purpose of the assessment, should be considered as side residential. Mr. Claunch further stated that in his opinion the project would not increase the value of his property. November 9, 1987 Page 14 Councilman Ramsey suggested to Mr. Claunch that he bring an appraisal in for consideration by the Council. Mr. Claunch replied that he had his appraiser present. Mr. Claunch then presented Lonnie Obeidin, his law partner, who in turn called Mr. Jack Carlie as a witness for Mr. Claunch. Mr. Carlie testified as to his qualifications as an appraiser and that he was familiar with the Claunch tract. In answer to questions by Mr. Obeidin, Mr. Carlie testified that the project would not enhance the Claunch tract to any extend but would actually cause the tract to be depreciated in value. The Council Members questioned Mr. Carlie concerning his opinion that the property would not be enhanced in value by the project. He was asked for his opinion as to the number of houses that could be built upon the tract when it was developed. Mr. Carlie stated he could not answer the question without more of a detailed land plan. Other members of the Council questioned the City Engineer concerning the earthen tank that was on a portion of the property. Mr. Randolph Caruthers, 7349 Post Oak, appeared before the Council. Mr. Caruthers stated his concern was regarding the assessment on Lot 2, Block 12, Briarwood Estates. Mr. Caruthers testified that he did not see why the City should pay one million dollars to fix Starnes Road. Mr. Caruthers testified that he did not feel it would increase the value of his property. Mayor Echols advised Mr. Caruthers to turn in an appraisal to the City. Councilman Garvin asked how much of the 1.1 million dollars was being paid by the assessments. Mr. Albin advised that 40 percent of the total cost would be paid by assessments and the rest by the City. Mr. F.E. Griffin appeared before the Council. Mr. Griffin testified concerning the assessment on Lot 1, Block 16, Briarwood Estates and stated that he had paid $11,999 in assessments and felt the assessment was unfair. Mayor Echols asked Mr. Griffin if he owned two lots. Mr. Griffin advised he developed the piece of land. Mr. Albin advised that the assessment for this tract had already been paid during the platting process and at that time the anticipated assessment was about $67 front feet. Mr. Griffin was given a top figure for the assessment at the time of platting and that if the actual front foot rate November 9, 1987 Page 15 would have amounted to more than the figure paid then the property owner would still be limited to the amount shown in the agreement at the time of the platting. Mr. Griffin objected on the grounds that he had made an overpayment. Mr. Jackie Fluitt. representing Stembridge and Associates in connection with Tract 3, Abtract 311, J. Condra Survey on the assessment roll, appeared before the Council. Mr. Fluitt testified that a preliminary plat had already been approved and that the plat showed that Starnes Road abutted only rear and side yards. Mr. Fluitt testified that although the property was zoned residential, in view of the fact that it had not yet developed, the assessment should be for 327 feet at non-residential rear rates and 118 feet at non-residential side rates. Mr. Darryl Pringle, 7608 Parkway, appeared before the Council. Mr. Pringle appeared in connection with Lot 3, Block 4, Kingswood Estates. Mr. Pringle stated that he did not feel that the project would help him in any way and asked for consideration in reduction of his assessment. Councilman Ramsey pointed out that it may well be that rear lot property owners who would sign a covenant that they would never seek access to the rear and that the assessment might be waived. Mr. Pringle stated that he had an entrance through the rear of his property. Mr. John Lynch appeared representing Bill Pasteur in connection with the Century Oaks property. Mr. Lynch pointed out his views on the approach the Council should take in using the front foot rule in this assessment proceedings. Mr. Lynch stressed that the Council should take into consideration the equities as they affect each tract. Mr. Lynch stated that the commercial tract would involve 533 feet near the intersection of Smithfield-Keller Road and Starnes Road and should be assessed as planned at the rate of $62.66 per front foot. Mr. Lynch submitted that the Council should recognize the site plan which was submitted and approved earlier in the meeting showing a change of a portion of their platted property to R-8 Single Family zoning. Mr. Lynch felt that the total frontage of the R-8 property, being 500 feet, should be assessed at the non-residential rate for side yards. Mr. Lynch testified that this would show that the Council was taking into consideration the fact that this was an undeveloped piece of property but that the recently approved plat showed that the lots adjacent to the street would abut as side yards. Mr. Lynch also pointed out that the developer had already paid the sum of $53.85 per front foot for a portion of the property in question. Mr. Lynch asked that the developer be given credit for the difference between the $53.85 per front foot and the lower assessment rate which he had previously suggested. Mr. Lynch congratulated the City on its plan for the development of that portion of November 9, 1987 Page 16 the City through the Starnes Road Project. RECESS Mayor Echols called a ten minute recess. BACK TO ORDER Mayor Echols called the meeting back to order with the same members present as recorded. Mayor Echols called for any other persons who wished to present evidence in connection with the Starnes Road Project to please come forward. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Echols closed the Public Hearing. 23. GN 87-135 CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STARNES ROAD, ORDINANCE NO. 1511 APPROVED Mayor Echols read the following caption: "ORDINANCE NO. 1511 ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR A PORTION OF THE COST OF IMPROVING A PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: STARNES ROAD FROM SHADY HOLLOW LANE TO CRABTREE LANE IN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS; FIXING CHARGES AND LIENS AGAINST THE OWNERS THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS AND THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATES IN EVIDENCE THEREOF; RESERVING UNTO THE CITY COUNCIL THE RIGHT TO ALLOW CREDITS REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF THE RESPECTIVE ASSESSMENT TO THE EXTENT OF ANY CREDIT GRANTED; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THE ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, AND BY FILING THE ORDINANCE IN THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF SAID CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Councilman Ramsey moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fisher, to approve Ordinance No. 1511. Motion carried 6-0. Councilman Davis returned to the Council table. 24. GN 87-136 DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON HIGHTOWER DRIVE, ORDINANCE NO. 1512 APPROVED November 9, 1987 Page 17 Mayor Echols read the following caption: " ORDINANCE NO. 1512 AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING AND PROVIDING FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: HIGHTOWER DRIVE FROM MEADOW CREEK ROAD TO BRIARWOOD ESTATES IN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING ITS EXECUTION; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE INDEBTEDNESS THEREBY INCURRED; MAKING PROVISIONS FOR THE LEVYING OF ASSESSMENTS AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTIES AND THE OWNERS THEREFORE FOR A PART OF THE COST OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR METHODS OF PAYMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATES IN EVIDENCE OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF THE ADOPTION OF THIS ORDINANCE WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF TARRANT COUNTY, TEXAS, DECLARING THAT THIS ORDINANCE AND ALL SUBSEQUENT PROCEEDINGS RELATIVE TO SAID STREET IMPROVEMENTS ARE AND SHALL BE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 1105b OF VERNON'S TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THIS ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTE BOOK OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND BY FILING THE COMPLETE ORDINANCE IN THE APPROPRIATE ORDINANCE RECORD OF THIS CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Councilwoman Moody moved, seconded by Councilman Ramsey, to approve Ordinance No. 1512. Motion carried 7-0. 25. GN 87-137 PUBLIC HEARING ON HIGHTOWER DRIVE ASSESSMENTS Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing on Hightower Drive Assessments. Mr. Richard Albin, City Engineer, discussed and explained the nature and extent of the Hightower project. Mr. Gene Riddle appeared as a witness and pointed out to the Council the Hightower Project differed from the Starnes Project in that Hightower would be four miles. Mr. Riddle testified that the Hightower Project would increase the value of each parcel shown on the assessment roll in an amount at least equally the amount of the assessment. Mr. Riddle explained to the Council that in his opinion that the Graham tract should be given a consideration of a reduction in the amount of $810 because of variance in the purchase price of right-of-way in the area. Mr. John Lutz appeared as a witness before the Council. Mr. Lutz testified as to his qualifications as an appraiser and real estate dealer in the North Richland Hills area. Mr. Lutz testified that he was familiar with the assessment rolls and the property shown on the November 9, 1987 Page 18 assessment rolls. Mr. Lutz further testified that the Hightower Project would increase the value of each tract on the assessment rolls and further that his opinion was that the increase in value would at least equal the amount of the assessment in each case. Councilman Garvin interposed a question concerning the drainage problem on the Bellomy tract. Mr. James Bellomy, 6912 Little Ranch Road, appeared before the Council. Mr. Bellomy protested the assessment of his tract. Mr. Bellomy testified that because of the drainage problem that he had on the tract, that the property really had no available usage except for raising horses. Members of the Council advised Mr. Bellomy concerning the need for him to have his position substantiated by an appraiser. The Mayor called for other persons who wished to testify in connection with the Hightower Project. No other person appeared to testify. 26. GN 87-138 CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON HIGHTOWER DRIVE, ORDINANCE NO. 1513 APPROVED Mayor Echols read the following caption: "ORDINANCE NO. 1513 ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR A PORTION OF THE COST OF IMPROVING A PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: HIGHTOWER DRIVE FROM MEADOW CREEK TO BRIARWOOD ESTATES IN THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS; FIXING CHARGES AND LIENS AGAINST THE OWNERS THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS AND THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATES IN EVIDENCE THEREOF; RESERVING UNTO THE CITY COUNCIL THE RIGHT TO ALLOW CREDITS REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF THE RESPECTIVE ASSESSMENT TO THE EXTENT OF ANY CREDIT GRANTED; DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THE ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, AND BY FILING THE ORDINANCE IN THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF SAID CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE." Mayor Pro Tem Fisher moved, seconded by Councilwoman Garvin, to approve Ordinance No. 1513. Motion carried 7-0. November 9, 1987 Page 19 27. GN 87-139 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE REVISED SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 1514 Mayor Echols opened the Public Hearing to consider the adoption of the revised Subdivision Ordinance and called for anyone wishing to speak to please come forward. There being no one else wishing to speak Mayor Echols closed the Public Hearing. *28. PW 87-34 STREETS TO BE RESURFACED UNDER THE 1988 COUNTY PROGRAM APPROVED 29. CITIZEN PRESENTATION MR. CHARLES SCOMA RE: "ALIGNMENT OF WATAUGA ROAD-SMITHFIELD ROAD TO PRECINCT LINE ROAD" Mayor Echols advised he would let the citizens present speak at this time that were interested in speaking on the Charter Revision Election. Mayor Echols called on Dr. Tom Duer. Councilman Garvin stated Dr. Duer was one of the Charter Commission Revision Members. Councilman Garvin stated he felt the Commission had done a very good job on drafting the charter amendments. Councilman Garvin stated one of the things they considered drafting was the proposition for Council to run for four year terms and the Commission chose not to recommend that proposition to the Council after months of studying the revisions. Councilman Garvin stated that the Council appreciated their efforts and Proposition 13 was placed on the ballot by the Council. Councilman Garvin stated this was done by the Council as a whole, not necessarily everyone was in favor. but the majority was. Councilman Garvin stated it was decided to put it before the voters to let them make the decision. Councilman Garvin stated that unfortunately the wording was not right. Councilman Garvin stated he wanted to thank the people involved and the Charter Commission and get it on the record that the Charter Commission did not recommend the proposition, as some of the news media had printed. Dr. Tom Duer, 7312 Londonderry, appeared before the Council. Dr. Duer stated that in some of the newspapers it was stated by one particular City Official that the Charter Commission worded the ballot and he would like to go on record that the Commission did not word the ballot. Dr. Duer stated that if someone did serve the community he, as well as nine others on the Charter Commission, did not appreciate the articles that were appearing in the newspaper by the City Official that the Commission was the ones responsible. Dr. Duer stated he would like November 9, 1987 Page 20 for the Mayor to clarify this fact. Mayor Echols stated that to the best of his knowledge the Charter Commission did not prepare the wording on the ballot; that it was generally the duty of the City Attorney to prepare the ballot. Ms. Myrtis Byrd, 7312 Hialeah Circle. appeared before the Council. Ms. Byrd asked what could be done to keep this confusion from happening again. Ms. Byrd stated she would like for a show of hands of the Council that were for the four year terms. Ms. Byrd stated she knew who they were but was concerned with the newspaper statements from Councilmen Davis and Ramsey. Councilman Ramsey called for point-of-order. Ms. Byrd stated the ones that were for it was on record and the statements in the newspaper stated who were against it. Mayor Echols advised the majority of the Council did vote to have the proposition on the ballot. Ms. Byrd stated she was interested in the City in every phase and just wanted the Council to be honest with the citizens. Councilman Davis stated he was in favor of placing Proposition 13 on the ballot because he felt the voters should make the decision. Councilman Davis stated he did not vote for the four year terms because he felt it was not in the best interest of the City and wished the wording could have been clearer. Councilman Ramsey stated that had it not been for an agreement there would be no campaigning for or against. he would have lead the charge against the four year terms. Mr. V.L. Gibson. 8333 Odell. appeared before the Council. Mr. Gibson stated he appreciated the way the Council had handled this situation and hoped no one objected to the way it was done. Mr. J.D. Benoit. 8237 Irish Drive, appeared before the Council. Mr. Benoit stated there was a lot of confusion over Proposition 13 neighbors. Mr. Benoit stated the City Attorney had not voiced his and he felt that it should be made part of the record. Mr. Benoit that as far as he knew there was only one way that this could be addressed, and that would be by filing suit. Mr. Benoit stated it appeared to him that the City should committed funds in that regard. Benoit stated the suit had to originate with the citizens and thought City Attorney should go on record concerning the issue and make a recommendation. by his opinion stated Mr. the Mr. McEntire stated he had been in the position before where he had been asked a question in a public meeting and had to meet the same answers on November 9. 1987 Page 21 the end of a lawsuit. Mr. McEntire stated the City had lost because someone forced him to answer the question in public and that was the reason for Executive Meetings. Mr. McEntire stated there was no Executive Meeting posted for tonight. Mr. McEntire stated he had discussed this matter with all of the Council with the exception of one and was unable to contact that Council person. Mr. Charles Scoma. 8300 Cardinal Lane, appeared before the Council. Mr. Scoma stated he did not need to take a great deal of the Council's time but did have a proposition and petition that outlined the details of what they were asking for. Mr. Scoma stated he was going to leave the booklet with the petition and proposition with the Council. Mr. Scoma showed a map on the proposed Watauga Road alignment. Mr. Scoma stated that in the bond issue it was stated that Watauga Road would only go as far as Smithfield Road because there was not funds available to extend it west. Mr. Scoma stated funds would be provided by developers or someone else for the extension. Mr. Scoma stated one of the concerns was the routing of Watauga Road. Mr. Scoma stated it was changed in late 1985 because of the E-Systems development. Mr. Scoma stated their concern was that the road now made a major bend to the south and would run behind houses on Pearl Street. Mr. Scoma stated they were very concerned about the impact this would have on the subdivision. Mr. Scoma stated the way the road turns in now is probably the worst place on Davis Boulevard because it is between two curves. Mr. Scoma stated his proposal was that Watauga Road be rerouted according to the original plan. down Cardinal Lane and reintersect with the original plans at this point. Mr. Scoma stated the other proposition was related to the Main Street expansion. Mayor Echols reminded Mr. Scoma of the three minute time limit under Citizens Presentation. Councilman Davis stated that Mr. Scoma had stated that the line going to the south was to E-Systems and asked if that was what was shown on the present Master Plan. Mr. Scoma stated all of the lines on the map were on the Master Thoroughfare Plan and showed the southerly route. Councilman Davis stated that to change the Master Thoroughfare Plan the Planning and Zoning Commission was the only body that could make a recommendation to the Council. Mr. Scoma stated they had discussed this with City personnel and was told that the Council was the only one that could change it. Mr. William Schott, 6309 Freida Lane, appeared before the Council. Mr. Schott stated there were homes located next to Watauga Road and felt it would affect the value on all of the homes in the area if Watauga Road was not rerouted. Mr. Schott stated there had been no communications with the people in the area nor did he see any notice in the newspaper on the plan being changed in any way. November 9. 1987 Page 22 Mayor Echols explained that there had been several notices on public hearings on the Master Thoroughfare Plan that was being held by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mayor Echols stated he did not know what the subdivision was not aware of the public hearing. Ms. Katheryne Robinson. 6463 Chilton, appeared before the Council. Ms. Robinson asked if Main Street would be expanded to four lanes. Councilman Garvin stated he saw no reason to change Main Street to four lanes. Councilman Garvin stated anything other than a two lane residential street would be pointless. Ms. Betty Tatum, 8221 Pearl, appeared before the Council. Ms. Tatum stated she did not want a six lane street behind her house and asked the Council to consider rerouting. Councilwoman Moody asked if this could be turned over to the City Engineer to look into the possibility of rerouting Watauga Road. Mr. Robert Marks, 8224 Pearl, appeared before the Council. Mr. Marks asked the Council to seriously consider the rerouting of Watauga Ro ad . Councilman Davis advised the Council could ask the Planning and Zoning Commission for a recommendation of the rerouting of Watauga Road. Mr. Scott Stewart, 5640 Newman, appeared before the Council. Mr. Stewart stated he was on the Bond Committee and remembered Watauga Road running along Cardinal Lane. Mayor Echols advised that the Bond Committee had met in 1984 and at that time the original plan showed it to go down Cardinal. Mr. Kirby Cox, 8601 Cardinal, appeared before the Council. Mr. Cox stated he felt E-Systems was responsible for the situation. Mr. Cox stated one of the problems was the lack of communication with the people involved. Dr. Tom Duer, 7312 Londonderry, appeared before the Council. Dr. Duer asked if notices could not be placed in the Star Telegram as well as the Mid-Cities. Councilwoman Moody stated the City would be discussing means of legal advertising in the near future. Ms. Delores Goodson. 8225 Pearl, appeared before the Council. Ms. Goodson stated her neighborhood was being surrounded with major November 9, 1987 Page 23 thoroughfares and asked the Council to consider rerouting Watauga Road. Ms. Don Beckelman, 6205 Shirley, appeared before the Council. Ms. Beckelman stated she felt the widening and present route of Watauga Road would cause more traffic in the subdivision and asked the Council to reconsider the rerouting. Ms. Alice Scoma, 8300 Cardinal, appeared before the Council. Ms. Scoma stated that she had attended Planning and Zoning Meetings and had been in touch with City Hall for the last two years and was told the City had no plans for Watauga Road. Mr. Peter Cheese, 8212 Pearl, appeared before the Council. Mr. Cheese asked the Council to do the right thing and consider rerouting Watauga Road. Mr. Bill Lindsey, 5632 Newman, appeared before the Council. Mr. Lindsey stated E-Systems might be the problem but the City needed to take an overall view of all streets and get a plan people could live with. Mr. Edward Reising, 6204 Gail Court, appeared before the Council. Mr. Reising asked the Council what they intended to do about the rerouting of Watauga Road. Mayor Echols stated that when the City Engineer advised the Council the cost of changing the plan the Council would made a decision. Councilman Davis asked the Council to direct the City Engineer to look at the overall project, including the costs and possibility of making a change in the alignment from Smithfield Road to Davis Boulevard on Watauga Road. 30. ADJOURNMENT Councilwoman Spurlock moved, seconded by Councilman Ramsey, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. ~&J¿ Mayor ATTEST: