HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2020-12-14 Minutes 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
DECEMBER 14, 2020
Via Webex Video Conference
WORK SESSION
The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in work session on the
14th day of December at 6:00 p.m. prior to the 7:00 p.m. regular Council meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Trevino stated in accordance with the Texas Governor's March 13, 2020 Disaster
Declaration and subsequent suspension of certain Texas Open Meetings Act Provisions,
this December 14, 2020 work session meeting of the North Richland Hills City Council is
hereby called to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Trevino stated that tonight's meeting will be conducted using Webex video
conference in order to observe physical distancing to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Mayor Trevino conducted a roll call of City Council members to confirm the presence of
a quorum.
Present via video conference:
Oscar Trevino, Mayor
Tito Rodriguez, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, Place 1
Rita Wright Oujesky, Place 2
Suzy Compton, Place 3
Mason Orr, Associate Mayor Pro Tem, Place 4
Mike Benton, Place 5
Scott Turnage, Mayor Pro Tern, Place 6
Tim Welch, Place 7
Staff present via video conference:
Mark Hindman, City Manager
Alicia Richardson, City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer
Maleshia B. McGinnis, City Attorney
1. DISCUSS ITEMS ON REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
Mayor Trevino stated he would be abstaining from Item D.1.
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2. DISCUSS 2021 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.
City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Alicia Richardson reviewed the proposed 2021
City Council schedule. Staff is seeking direction from City Council regarding the March
8 meeting, which conflicts with the National League of Cities conference and the second
meeting in November and December. City Council directed staff to cancel the November
22 and December 30 meetings.
Ms. Richardson informed City Council an item would be placed on the January 11, 2021
agenda to take formal action on the 2021 City Council schedule.
3. DISCUSS AND REVIEW THE FY 2021/2022 BUDGET CALENDAR.
Director of Budget and Research Robert Myers informed City Council the implementation
of Senate Bill 2 has condensed the budget calendar and most major activities will take
place in July and August. Last year was the first year to implement Senate Bill 2. Mr.
Myers informed City Council the following dates are associated with the 2021-2022
budget. The three dates in August will be a special called meeting of the City Council.
* July 23, 2021 - budget retreat
* July 26, 2021 - set date for budget public hearing
*August 2, 2021 - set date for tax rate public hearing, receive truth-in-taxation worksheet
and tax rates and certified tax roll
*August 12, 2021 - tax rate and budget public hearings
*August 16, 2021 - tax rate and budget adoption
4. DISCUSS AND REVIEW MAJOR AND RESIDENTIAL STREET PRIORITIES
AND SCHEDULING FOR THE RECENTLY APPROVED 2020 STREET BOND
PROGRAM.
Director of Public Works Caroline Waggoner reviewed the 2020 street bond program
schedule. The Citizen's Bond Committee recommended and City Council approved a
75/25 major to residential funding allocation. The program includes nine (9) major streets
(5.3 miles) and eighteen (18) residential streets (4.4 miles). The construction schedule
provides for Nor'East Drive and North Hills Drive in year 1; Bedford Euless Road,
Glenview Drive (west), Iron Horse Boulevard (east), Meadow Oak Drive, Diamond Loch
Courts, Pearl Street and Southampton Drive in year 2; Iron Horse Boulevard (west),
Lariat Trail, Ruth Road, Stonybrooke Drive, Dawn Drive and Nob Hill Drive in year 3;
Main Street, Windhaven Road, Kirk Lane, Wood View Drive, South Crest Drive and
Sierra Drive in year 4; Harmonson Road, North Richland Boulevard, Crystal Lane, Daniel
Drive, Lake Side Circle and Post Oak Drive in year 5; and Chapman Road in year 6.
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Ms. Waggoner informed City Council if savings are realized as the program proceeds
through construction, staff will utilize the prioritized project lists identified by the Citizen's
Bond Committee. If funding allows, the additional streets include:
Major-
- Smithfield Road (from Mickey Street to Starnes Road)
- Holiday Lane 1 (from Janetta Drive to Dick Lewis Drive)
-Amundson Drive (from Amundson Road to Precinct Line Road)
- Crosstimbers Lane 1 (from North Park Drive to Old Mill Road)
- Booth Calloway Road (from Glenview Drive to Loop 820 frontage road)
Residential -
-Wendell Court South (from cul-de-sac to Willowcrest Court South)
-Acapulco Drive (from Barbados Drive to Trinidad Drive)
- Crestwood Court North (from Crestwood Circle West to 130' east of Crestwood Circle
West)
- Cheswick Drive (from Driffield Circle West to Driffield Circle East)
- Bermuda Court (from cul-de-sac to Bermuda Drive)
Ms. Waggoner asked City Council if funding allows for additional streets, do they want
staff to proceed with the 75/25 allocation as identified by the Citizen's Bond Committee?
City Council directed staff to continue with the 75/25 allocation.
Ms. Waggoner provided City Council with an update on Tarrant County's proposed 2021
bond program. Staff will work with Tarrant County to identify opportunities for North
Richland Hills roadways as part of their program. Ms. Waggoner asked City Council for
their direction on the proposed streets Iron Horse Boulevard (from Loop 820 to
Browning), Hightower Drive extension (from Smithfield to Davis), Shady Grove Road, and
Harwood Road.
Mayor Trevino recommends the city approach the City of Keller to share costs for Shady
Grove Road.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
There being no items posted for Executive Session, Mayor Trevino adjourned work
session at 6:29 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
In accordance with the Texas Governor's March 13, 2020 Disaster Declaration and
subsequent suspension of certain Texas Open Meetings Act Provisions, this December
14, 2020 meeting of the North Richland Hills City Council is hereby called to order at
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7:00 p.m.
Mayor Trevino stated that tonight's meeting will be conducted using Webex video
conference in order to observe physical distancing to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Mayor Trevino conducted a roll call of City Council members to confirm the presence of
a quorum.
Present via video conference:
Oscar Trevino, Mayor
Tito Rodriguez, Deputy Mayor Pro Tern, Place 1
Rita Wright Oujesky, Place 2
Suzy Compton, Place 3
Mason Orr, Associate Mayor Pro Tern, Place 4
Mike Benton, Place 5
Scott Turnage, Mayor Pro Tern, Place 6
Tim Welch, Place 7
Staff present via video conference:
Mark Hindman, City Manager
Alicia Richardson, City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer
Maleshia B. McGinnis, City Attorney
A.1 INVOCATION
Council member Benton gave the invocation.
A.2 PLEDGE
Council member Benton led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas
flags.
A.3 SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S) AND RECOGNITION(S)
There were no items for this category.
A.4 CITIZENS PRESENTATION
There were no requests to speak from the public.
A.5 PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak from the public.
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A.6 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
No items were removed from the consent agenda.
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
B.1 APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR NOVEMBER 9, 2020 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING.
B.2 APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE SPECIAL NOVEMBER 16, 2020 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING.
B.3 AP 2020-03 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM TEXAS SURVEYING
INC. FOR AN AMENDED PLAT OF LOT 5R, BLOCK 1, W.E. ODELL
ADDITION, BEING 0.659 ACRES LOCATED AT 7909 ODELL STREET.
B.4 CONSIDER THE PURCHASE OF HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, AND
ASSOCIATED WARRANTIES FROM DELL MARKETING, L.P. THROUGH A
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES COOPERATIVE
AGREEMENT, IN THE COLLECTIVE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $217,382.80
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020/2021.
B.5 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDED AND
RESTATED TOWER SITE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH STC FIVE LLC, BY
AND THROUGH GLOBAL SIGNAL ACQUISITIONS II, LLC, FOR A CELL
TOWER LOCATED AT 6200 SKYLARK CIRCLE ON IRON HORSE GOLF
COURSE.
B.6 AUTHORIZE THE ANNUAL LICENSE FEE RENEWAL FOR THE
SMARTFORCE AGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FROM SMARTFORCE
TECHNOLOGIES, INC. FOR THE TEXAS ANTI-GANG CENTER PROJECT IN
THE AMOUNT OF $79,960.
B.7 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2020-044, APPROVING THE APPLICATION
FOR THE SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) GRANT
FOR THE FY 2022 PROGRAM GRANT YEAR.
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B.8 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE THIRD AMENDMENT
TO THE TEXAS ANTI-GANG (TAG) CENTER ADMINISTRATOR AGREEMENT,
AS GRANT FIDUCIARY FOR THE NORTH TEXAS ANTI-GANG CENTER,
INCREASING THE TOTAL ANNUAL RATE OF COMPENSATION FOR THE
TAG CENTER ADMINISTRATOR TO $156,099.
B.9 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SIXTH AMENDMENT
TO THE TEXAS ANTI-GANG (TAG) CENTER ANALYST AGREEMENT, AS
GRANT FIDUCIARY FOR THE NORTH TEXAS ANTI-GANG CENTER,
INCREASING THE TOTAL ANNUAL RATE OF COMPENSATION FOR THE
TAG CENTER ANALYST TO $76,604.
B.10 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC., FOR THE
ANNUAL PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $294,168.85.
B.11 AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF BOOKS, AUDIOVISUAL MATERIALS AND
MAINTENANCE RELATED ITEMS FROM BAKER AND TAYLOR, LLC FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2021 USING A STATE OF TEXAS COMPTROLLER CONTRACT
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $221,000.
B.12 AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC., FOR ANNUAL
MAINTENANCE FOR THE SPILLMAN TECHNOLOGIES CAD/RMS
SOFTWARE PLATFORM USED BY THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS
USING A STATE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
COOPERATIVE CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $211,505.35.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
C.1 ZC 2020-10, ORDINANCE NO. 3672, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM ROYCE DALE FRANKLIN FOR A
ZONING CHANGE FROM AG (AGRICULTURAL) TO R-2 (SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) AT 8404 FRANKLIN COURT, BEING 0.202 ACRES
DESCRIBED AS LOT 12, THOMAS PECK SUBDIVISION.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on Director of Planning Clayton
Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a zoning change for
0.202 acres located at 8404 Franklin Court. The area is designated on the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan as low density and the current zoning is agricultural. Mr.
Comstock provided site photos of the property.
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Mr. Dale Franklin, 8401 Spence Court, informed City Council he is seeking to rezone the
property to construct a new residence.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
November 19, 2020 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
Mayor Trevino asked Assistant City Secretary Traci Henderson to call on those who
completed a public meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There
being no forms submitted, Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone on the video
conference wishing speak s eak for or against the item to raise their hand. There beingno
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one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY DEPUTY MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER COMPTON TO APPROVE ZC 2020-10,ORDINANCE NO. 3672.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.2 ZC 2020-11, ORDINANCE NO. 3673, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM NRP PROPERTIES LLC TO
REVISE THE NR-PD (NONRESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) FOR
CITY POINT, BEING 50.67 ACRES DESCRIBED AS LOT 2, BLOCK 1; LOT
1 R1, BLOCK 2; LOT 1, BLOCK 3; CITY POINT ADDITION; AND TRACT
9W1A4, WILLIAM WALLACE SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1606.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on Director of Planning Clayton
Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a revision to the NR-PD
City Point for 50.67 acres located at 4400,4401 and 4402 City Point Drive. The area is
designated on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan as urban village and the current zoning
is nonresidential planned development. Mr. Comstock provided site photos of the
property.
Ms. Alena Savera with The NRP Group LLC, 6565 North MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 450,
Irving, Texas presented item and reviewed the requested variances:
1. Garage entrance height
2. Garage landscape screening
3. First floor glazing
4. First floor security pre-wiring
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Ms. Savera informed City Council, without approval of the requested variances, they will
be required to move forward with on-street parking.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The applicant proposes changes to the planned
development text for the district. Staff is taking the opportunity to update exhibits for the
plan. The plan before City Council this evening will be on file and updated to address
any changes. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their November 19, 2020
meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
City Council and staff discussed landscaping and facade for the parking garage.
Mayor Trevino asked Assistant City Secretary Traci Henderson to call on those who
completed a public meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There
being no forms submitted, Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone on the video
conference wishing to speak for or against the item to raise their hand. There being no
one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER WELCH TO APPROVE C.2, ZC 2020-11, WITH THE STIPULATION
THAT ALL END COLUMNS AROUND THE EXTERIOR OF THE PARKING GARAGE BE
COVERED WITH A FACADE AND NOT BE PLAIN CONCRETE.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.3 SUP 2020-04, ORDINANCE NO. 3674, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM MARK BARAKAT FOR A REVISED
SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT AT 7100
RUFE SNOW DRIVE, BEING 0.98 ACRES DESCRIBED AS LOT 2, BLOCK A,
RUFE SNOW VILLAGE ADDITION.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on Director of Planning Clayton
Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant Mark Barakat is requesting a special
use permit for a quick service restaurant (Golden Chick) for 0.98 acres located at 7100
Rufe Snow Drive. The area is designated on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan as retail
commercial and the current zoning is C-1 commercial. Mr. Comstock provided site
photos of the property.
Applicant representative Mark Barakat, 1111 Belt Line Road, Suite 100, Garland, Texas
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75040 presented item. Mr. Barakat reviewed renderings of the proposed development.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Turnage's question, Mr. Barakat informed City Council
future plans for the abandoned car wash is to make it operational.
In response to Mayor Trevino's question, Mr. Barakat informed City Council he would tidy
up the car wash.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
December 5, 2020 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0, subject to
Development Review Committee recommendations.
Mayor Trevino asked Assistant City Secretary Traci Henderson to call on those who
completed a public meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There
being no forms submitted, Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone on the video
conference wishing to speak for or against the item to raise their hand. There being no
one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY TO APPROVE SUP 2020-04, ORDINANCE NO. 3674
SUBJECT TO DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND THE
CAR WASH EITHER BE OPERATIONAL OR REMOVED WITHIN TWELVE (12) MONTHS
OF GRANTING THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR GOLDEN CHICK.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.4 PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3676
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2020/2021 ADOPTED BUDGET.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing and called on Director of Budget and Research
Robert Myers to introduce the item.
Mr. Myers presented item and informed City Council two amendments are proposed for
their consideration. The first amendment is to appropriate funding (general fund
reserves) for projects required to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in the amount of
$517,511. The second amendment is the annual encumbrance roll in the amount of
$584,189.
Mayor Trevino asked Assistant City Secretary Traci Henderson to call on those who
completed a public meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There
being no forms submitted, Mayor Trevino asked if there was anyone on the video
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conference wishing to speak for or against the item to raise their hand. There being no
one wishing to speak, Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ASSOCIATE MAYOR PRO TEM ORR, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER BENTON TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3676.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
D. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
D.1 AP 2020-04 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM BEATEN PATH
DEVELOPMENT LLC FOR AN AMENDED PLAT OF URBAN TRAILS
ADDITION PHASE 1, BEING 2.679 ACRES LOCATED IN THE 7500 BLOCK
OF REIS LANE.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino advised that he would abstain from discussion on this item. He filed an
affidavit of disqualification with the City Secretary stating that his wife owns property
adjacent to the property in question. Mayor Trevino left the meeting at 8:17 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Turnage called on Director of Planning Clayton Comstock to introduce
the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting an amended plat for
2.679 acres located in the 7500 block of Reis Lane. The area is designated on the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan as urban village and the current zoning is transit oriented
development, residential infill planned development. Mr. Comstock provided site photos
of the property.
Due to the applicant's audio being inaudible, Mr. Comstock presented the item. The
purpose for the amended plat is to correct an error on the owner's dedication block.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER BENTON, SECONDED BY DEPUTY
MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ APPROVE AP 2020-04.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
D.2 FP 2020-11 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM WINDROSE LAND
SURVEYING FOR A FINAL PLAT OF LOT 7, BLOCK 14, NORTH HILLS
ADDITION, BEING 0.196 ACRES LOCATED AT 3516 TOURIST DRIVE.
APPROVED
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Mayor Trevino returned to the meeting at 8:23 p.m.
Director of Planning Clayton Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting
a final plat for 0.196 acres located at 3516 Tourist Drive. The area is designated on the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan as low density residential and the current zoning is R-2
single family residential. Mr. Comstock provided site photos of the property.
Applicant representative Steven Dodd, 820 Howell, Coppell, Texas 75019 presented
request and was available to answer questions. The purpose of the request is to
construct a new residence.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
November 19, 2020 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER WRIGHT OUJESKY, SECONDED BY
MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE TO APPROVE FP 2020-11, SUBJECT TO DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW COMMITTEE COMMENTS.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
E.1 APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3675, ABANDONING A WATER LINE
EASEMENT IN LOT 1 BLOCK 2 OF THE CLIFT ADDITION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM DEED AND HOLD
HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH GILBERT AND MELISSA MOTA.
APPROVED
Mayor Trevino announced that City Council would move to item E.1.
Director of Public Works Caroline Waggoner informed City Council the item before them
this evening is to approve an ordinance abandoning a water line easement and authorize
execution of a quitclaim deed and hold harmless agreement.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER WELCH, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER COMPTON TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3675.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
D.3 RP 2020-12 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM BARTON SURVEYING
& LASER SCANNING LLC FOR A REPLAT OF LOTS 2R1 AND 2R2, BLOCK
4, HEWITT ESTATES, BEING 0.995 ACRES LOCATED AT 7600 HEWITT
STREET.
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APPROVED
Mayor Trevino announced that City Council would move back to item D.3.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a replat for 0.995 acres
located at 7600 Hewitt Street. The area is designated on the Comprehensive Land Use
Plan as low density residential and the current zoning is R-1 single family residential. Mr.
Comstock provided site photos of the property.
Applicant David Crumpler, 8940 Vermillion Street (The Dulce Apartments), purchased the
lot for construction of two homes--one for his family and the other for his parents.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
December 3, 2020 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0, with the
conditions outlined in the Development Review Committee comments.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM TURNAGE, SECONDED BY DEPUTY
MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE RP 2020-12, SUBJECT TO THE
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
E. PUBLIC WORKS
E.1 APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3675, ABANDONING A WATER LINE
EASEMENT IN LOT 1 BLOCK 2 OF THE CLIFT ADDITION AND AUTHORIZE
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM DEED AND HOLD
HARMLESS AGREEMENT WITH GILBERT AND MELISSA MOTA.
City Council considered this item earlier in the meeting.
F. GENERAL ITEMS
F.1 CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 3677, ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY
MORATORIUM ON ALL DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITATION ACTIVITIES AND
DISTRIBUTION OF HANDBILLS AUTHORIZED BY THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE VII, SOLICITORS AND HANDBILLS.
APPROVED
City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Alicia Richardson presented item. The
moratorium if approved will be in effect through January 31, 2021, unless further action
is taken by City Council. Staff recommends approval of Ordinance No. 3677.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER COMPTON, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER BENTON TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3677.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
F.2 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE FIRST AMENDMENT
TO THE CITY POINT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND MM CITY POINT 53, LLC.
APPROVED
Director of Economic Development Craig Hulse presented item. The purpose of the
request is to amend the previously approved City Point Development Agreement specific
to the multifamily and single family residential zones. There are two amendments for City
Council's consideration. The first amendment pertains to the three single family
residential zones to address rental restrictions on the initial sale of single family lots. The
second amendment would allow a revised standard for interior finishes if the project
provides a structured parking garage of at least 175 spaces.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER COMPTON, SECONDED BY DEPUTY
MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CITY POINT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND MM CITY POINT 53, LLC.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
G. EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS - CITY COUNCIL MAY TAKE ACTION ON ANY
ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION LISTED ON WORK SESSION
AGENDA
Mayor Trevino announced that City Council did not meet in Executive Session.
H. INFORMATION AND REPORTS
H.1 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Turnage made the following announcements.
North Richland Hills Santa Cops and the NRH Firefighter's Association are holding a toy
and food drive to benefit those who are less fortunate in our community. Residents are
encouraged to share in the holiday spirit by dropping off new, unwrapped toys and
nonperishable food items to the Public Safety lobby at City Hall or any NRH Fire Station.
Donations will be accepted through December 18, 2020. All donations will help families in
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need through the Community Enrichment Center and other local community
organizations.
City Hall and other non-emergency city offices will be closed for the holidays December
24 and 25 and January 1, 2020. There will be no garbage or recycling service on
Christmas Day or New Year's Day. Collections will be made on Saturday instead.
The December 28, 2020 City Council Meeting has been canceled. Our next regular
meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
Kudos Korner - Robert Raley and Wayne Estep in Public Works - A resident emailed to
say how thankful she was after Robert and Wayne responded on a Sunday to rescue her
family's cat from a storm drain. She wrote: "It's things like this that make me even more
proud to be a resident here in NRH... That cat is family and we couldn't imagine anything
happening to him. Thank you again! You're our heroes!!!"
I. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Trevino adjourned the meeting at 8:52 p.m.
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