HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 2024-11-11 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
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
WORK SESSION
The City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas met in work session on the
11th day of November at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Workroom prior to the 7:00 p.m.
regular City Council meeting.
Present: Jack McCarty Mayor
Tito Rodriguez Place 1
Ricky Rodriguez Associate Mayor Pro Tem, Place 2
Suzy Compton Place 3
Matt Blake Place 4
Blake Vaughn Deputy Mayor Pro Tern, Place 5
Russ Mitchell Place 6
Kelvin Deupree Mayor Pro Tem, Place 7
Staff Members: Paulette Hartman City Manager
Trudy Lewis Assistant City Manager
Caroline Waggoner Assistant City Manager
Alicia Richardson City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer
Cara Leahy White City Attorney
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McCarty called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1. DISCUSS ITEMS FROM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Council had no questions for staff.
2. DISCUSS CHARTER REVIEW PROCESS AND PLAN FOR NOVEMBER 4,
2025 ELECTION.
City Manager Paulette Hartman reviewed and discussed the process to have a Charter
election. She was directed to move forward with the City Council serving as the Charter
Review Commission. As a Commission, they will discuss term limits for elected officials.
The City Council directed her to include opportunities for the public to provide input and
the meetings held at City Hall to be broadcasted. Ms. Hartman informed City Council that
staff would place an item on the agenda at the first of the year to appoint the Charter
Review Commission.
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3. DISCUSS THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS' LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM
Assistant City Manager Trudy Lewis provided an overview of the city's past legislative
program. The city utilized the services of Vicki Truitt Consulting to monitor bills during the
session. In preparation for the upcoming legislative session, staff requested a quote from
Vicki Truitt Consulting and Focused Advocacy. Ms. Lewis reviewed the quotes and
services provided by both vendors. Staff seeks City Council's direction for the level of
engagement they want to be involved at the legislature.
Ms. Hartman commented that based on City Council's desire they can have direct
involvement with Focused Advocacy. The vendor will work with the city to propose a
strategy, inform the city of bills that need officials to testify before committees and how to
provide an effective testimony. She shared that Vicki Truitt does not provide the same
level of service as Focused Advocacy.
City Council discussed the level of services provided by both, what would be best for the
city, interest in being more involved during the legislative session, service and advocacy
of the Texas Municipal League, new representatives at the state level, funding for
lobbying efforts, and state versus local control.
At the direction of City Council, Ms. Lewis advised that staff will have an item on the
December 9, 2024 meeting to discuss the city's legislative program and the level of
engagement with Focused Advocacy.
4. DISCUSS THE MOSQUITO SURVEILLANCE AND RESPONSE PROGRAM
Director of Neighborhood Services Stefanie Martinez provided an update on the city's
2024 mosquito program, costs associated with the program, pros/cons of the program,
reviewed participating cities in Tarrant County's program, and other cities that utilize
ground spraying. Staff recommends the city continue the surveillance program, assist in
monitoring and educating the public and discontinue ground spraying.
The City Council consensus was to discontinue the ground spraying.
Mayor McCarty moved back to item 1, discuss items on the regular City Council meeting.
Ms. Hartman informed City Council that staff recommends item B.7, Oncor Commercial
License Agreement with NRH2O Family Water Park, be removed from the consent
agenda. The address listed in the caption is incorrect. Staff will speak to the correct
address during the regular meeting.
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5. DISCUSS NORTH COLLEGE CIRCLE VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
Director of Public Works Boe Blankenship provided an overview of the four-question
survey for properties located on Terry Drive, Deaver Drive, and Bogart Drive regarding
traffic options for North College Circle. The survey gauged interest in road humps, other
traffic calming devices, roadway feature (reduces pavement width and prohibit on-street
parking in some areas), and willingness to contribute to the cost for traffic calming
improvements. The city mailed 80 surveys and received 17 responses. The results
indicate that 64.7% support road humps, 47% do not support other traffic calming
devices, 41.1% support a roadway feature, and 70.5% are not willing to contribute to the
cost of traffic calming improvements along North College Circle.
Mr. Blankenship reviewed traffic options for consideration by City Council.
* school zone expansion along Holiday Lane
* installation of road humps
* localized speed limit reduction (30 mph to 25 mph)
*establishing a formal no parking zone along North College Circle curb line
*formalized pedestrian crossing
*future sidewalk and pedestrian facilities project(estimated cost$340,000)
* installation of two (2) unwarranted stop signs
City Council and staff discussed the traffic options, apartment traffic, on-street parking
near the apartment, people running stop signs, and North College Circle being used as a
cut through street. City Council directed staff to move forward with the school zone
expansion along Holiday Lane, installation of road humps, and formalize a pedestrian
crossing on North College Circle to include restricting parking along North College Circle.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S)
Council member Mitchell proposed an item be placed on a future work session to discuss
the rules, responsibilities and regulations of the Naming Board. Ms. Hartman informed
City Council this item is on the list and would be presented at a future meeting.
Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Vaughn proposed an item be placed on a future work session to
discuss the opportunity for residents to contribute money to a community fund for the
purpose of giving back to families in the city. There being no objection, City Manager
Paulette Hartman informed City Council she will place an item on a future work session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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1. SECTION 551.071: CONSULTATION WITH CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING
LEGAL ADVICE - PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR 6701 DAVIS
BOULEVARD.
2. SECTION 551.072: DELIBERATE THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR
VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY AT (1) 7917 MAIN STREET, (2) 7921 MAIN
STREET,AND (3) 6701 DAVIS BOULEVARD.
Mayor McCarty announced at 6:58 p.m. that the City Council would adjourn into
Executive Session as authorized by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, specifically
Section 551.071: Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal advice - Purchase and
Sale Agreement for 6701 Davis Boulevard and Section 551.072: Deliberate the
purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property at (1) 7917 Main Street, (2) 7921
Main Street, and (3) 6701 Davis Boulevard. Executive Session began at 7:04 p.m. and
concluded at 7:35 p.m.
Mayor McCarty announced at 7:35 p.m. that City Council would convene to the regular
City Council meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McCarty called the meeting to order November 11, 2024 at 7:42 p.m.
Present: Jack McCarty Mayor
Tito Rodriguez Place 1
Ricky Rodriguez Associate Mayor Pro Tem, Place 2
Suzy Compton Place 3
Matt Blake Place 4
Blake Vaughn Deputy Mayor Pro Tern, Place 5
Russ Mitchell Place 6
Kelvin Deupree Mayor Pro Tern, Place 7
Staff Members: Paulette Hartman City Manager
Alicia Richardson City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer
Cara Leahy White City Attorney
A.1 INVOCATION
Council member Compton gave the invocation.
A.2 PLEDGE
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Council member Compton 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
The following people commented on work session item No. 5, Discuss North College
Circle Vehicular Traffic - Ms. Anna Peters, 7700 Terry Drive and Mr. Bill Finstad, 7301
Terry Drive.
A.6 REMOVAL OF ITEM(S) FROM CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM DEUPREE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER BLAKE TO REMOVE ITEM B.7 FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND
CONSIDER SEPARATELY.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER BLAKE, SECONDED BY ASSOCIATE
MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE THE REMAINING ITEMS ON THE
CONSENT AGENDA.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
B.1 APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 28, 2024 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING.
B.2 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2024-048, APPOINTING AUTHORIZED
INVESTMENT OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS.
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B.3 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL TO PROVIDE TRAINING ON THE 2018
INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA SAFETY CODE TO 400 CODE
OFFICIALS FOR $72,000 AS PART OF THE 2023 POOL SAFELY GRANT
AWARDED TO THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS.
B.4 AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF SEVEN LIFEPAK 35 CARDIAC MONITOR
DEFIBRILLATORS FROM STRYKER SALES, LLC THROUGH A
SOURCEWELL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT CONTRACT
NUMBER 041823 IN THE AMOUNT OF$478,908.95 UTILIZING ARPA FUNDS.
B.5 APPROVE THE DEDICATION OF A 530-SQUARE-FOOT PERMANENT
DRAINAGE EASEMENT ON A 2.00-ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT
9001 BOULEVARD 26, BEING A PORTION OF NRH2O FAMILY WATER
PARK.
B.6 APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF AUDIO-VISUAL HARDWARE, SOFTWARE,
AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FROM BIS DIGITAL, INC., IN THE AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $79,800 UTILIZING THE INTERLOCAL PURCHASING
SYSTEM (TIPS) COOPERATIVE CONTRACT NO.230901.
B.7 APPROVE THE ONCOR COMMERCIAL LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
NRH2O FAMILY WATER PARK FOR USE OF THE EASEMENT FOR
PARKING AND PARKING LOT DRIVE EXPANSION WITHIN THE ONCOR
ELECTRICAL EASEMENT INCLUDING THE ADDITIONAL 0.2-ACRE TRACT
OF LAND LOCATED AT 9001 BOULEVARD 26.
APPROVED
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM DEUPREE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE THE ONCOR COMMERCIAL LICENSE
AGREEMENT WITH THE CORRECTED ADDRESS OF 8701 BOULEVARD 26.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
C.1 ZC24-0110, ORDINANCE NO. 3871, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT
CENTER FOR A REVISION TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 7 AT 6250 NE
LOOP 820, BEING 4.06 ACRES DESCRIBED AS LOTS 1, 2, AND 3R1,
BLOCK 7, MEADOW LAKES ADDITION.
APPROVED
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City Manager Paulette Hartman announced that Council member Rodriguez has a
conflict of interest and would abstain from discussion and voting on the item.
Council member Rodriguez filed an affidavit of disqualification with the City Secretary
stating that he serves on the Community Enrichment Center Board of Directors.
Council member Rodriguez left the room at 7:57 p.m.
Mayor McCarty opened the public hearing and called on Managing Director of
Development Services Clayton Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a revision for 4.06 acres
located at 6250 North East Loop 820. The area is designated on the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan as community services and the current zoning is PD, planned
development. Mr. Comstock provided site photos of the property.
Applicant Nicholas Powell with the Community Enrichment Center presented request and
was available to answer questions.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
November 7, 2024 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
Mayor McCarty asked the City Secretary to call on those who completed a public
meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There being no forms
submitted, Mayor McCarty asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak
for or against the item to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor
McCarty closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY DEPUTY MAYOR PRO TEM VAUGHN, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER MITCHELL TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3871.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0-1, WITH COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ
ABSTAINING.
C.2 ZC24-0111, ORDINANCE NO. 3872, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM MATTHEW ROACH FOR A
SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A PERMANENT ACCESSORY BUILDING ON A
NEW LOT TO BE ADDRESSED 8611 TIMBER DRIVE, BEING 2.04 ACRES
DESCRIBED AS LOT 3R2, HOLDER SMITHFIELD ESTATES.
APPROVED
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Council member Rodriguez returned to the meeting at 8:06 p.m.
Mayor McCarty opened the public hearing and called on Managing Director of
Development Services Clayton Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a special use permit for
2.04 acres located at 8611 Timber Drive. 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.
Applicants Matthew and Brittney Roach, 8609 Timber Drive, presented request and was
available to answer questions.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. He reviewed applicant's requested waivers to city
standards - floor area, overall height, and wall height. If City Council approves the
applicant's request, the motion needs to include the 3:12 roof pitch. The Planning and
Zoning Commission, at their November 7, 2024 meeting, recommended approval with a
vote of 6-0.
Mayor McCarty asked the City Secretary to call on those who completed a public
meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There being no forms
submitted, Mayor McCarty asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak
for or against the item to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor
McCarty closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER MITCHELL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER COMPTON TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 3872, TO INCLUDE THE 3:12
ROOF PITCH.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.3 ZC24-0112, ORDINANCE NO. 3873, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM JUSTIN MUNOZ FOR A ZONING
CHANGE FROM AG (AGRICULTURAL) TO R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) AT 6832 WALTER STREET, BEING 2.10 ACRES DESCRIBED
AS TRACT 2G, TANDY K MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1055.
APPROVED
Mayor McCarty opened the public hearing and called on Managing Director of
Development Services Clayton Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a zoning change for 2.10
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acres located at 6832 Walter Street. The area is designated on the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan as low density residential, and the current zoning is AG, agricultural. Mr.
Comstock provided site photos of the property.
Applicant representative Justin Munoz, 8713 Irongate, presented request and was
available to answer questions. He is requesting a zoning change to build a residential
structure. If the zoning is approved, he will submit an application to replat the parcel into
two lots.
Mr. Comstock presented staffs report. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their
November 7, 2024 meeting, recommended approval with a vote of 6-0.
Mayor McCarty asked the City Secretary to call on those who completed a public
meeting appearance form to speak during the public hearing. There being no forms
submitted, Mayor McCarty asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak
for or against the item to come forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor
McCarty closed the public hearing.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER RODRIGUEZ, SECONDED BY
COUNCIL MEMBER MITCHELL TO APPROVE ZC24-0112,ORDINANCE NO.3873.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
C.4 ZC24-0113, ORDINANCE NO. 3874, PUBLIC HEARING AND
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM SCOTT HOBERER FOR A ZONING
CHANGE FROM AG (AGRICULTURAL) TO R-2 (SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) AT 8900 AMUNDSON DRIVE, BEING 0.73 ACRES
DESCRIBED AS TRACT 2N, TANDY K MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1055.
CONTINUED
Mayor McCarty opened the public hearing and called on Managing Director of
Development Services Clayton Comstock to introduce the item.
Mr. Comstock informed City Council the applicant is requesting a zoning change for 0.73
acres located at 8900 Amundson Drive. The area is designated on the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan as low density residential, and the current zoning is AG, agricultural. Mr.
Comstock provided site photos of the property.
Applicant representative Scott Hoberer, 8900 Amundson Drive, requested City Council
continue the item to their December 9 meeting.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY ASSOCIATE MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ, SECONDED
BY COUNCIL MEMBER BLAKE TO CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING TO THE
DECEMBER 9 MEETING.
MOTION TO CONTINUE CARRIED 7-0.
D. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
There were no items for this category.
E. PUBLIC WORKS
There were no items for this category.
F. GENERAL ITEMS
F.1 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT #32500010 WITH DATAVOX, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES UTILIZING THE
INTERLOCAL PURCHASING SYSTEM (TIPS) CONTRACT 230105 FOR A
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $709,850.
APPROVED
City Council received a presentation from Director of Information Technology Eric Von
Schimmelman.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY DEPUTY MAYOR PRO TEM VAUGHN, SECONDED BY
ASSOCIATE MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT #32500010 WITH DATAVOX, INC. FOR
THE PURCHASE OF TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES
UTILIZING THE INTERLOCAL PURCHASING SYSTEM (TIPS) CONTRACT 230105 FOR A
CUMULATIVE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED$709,850.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
F.2 CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 2024-049, ADOPTING THE CITY'S
INVESTMENT POLICY, ADOPTING THE CITY'S INVESTMENT STRATEGY
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
APPROVED
City Council received a presentation from Director of Finance Jay Patel.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER COMPTON, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER RODRIGUEZ TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2024-049, ADOPTING THE
CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY, ADOPTING THE CITY'S INVESTMENT STRATEGY AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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
APPROVED
Mayor McCarty advised that City Council met in Executive Session, pursuant to Section
551.071: Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal advice - Purchase and Sale
Agreement for 6701 Davis Boulevard and Section 551.072: Deliberate the purchase,
exchange, lease, or value of real property at (1) 7917 Main Street, (2) 7921 Main Street,
and (3) 6701 Davis Boulevard.
Mayor McCarty announced there was action necessary as the result of discussion in
Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.072: Deliberate the purchase, exchange,
lease, or value of real property at(1) 7917 Main Street.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM DEUPREE, SECONDED BY ASSOCIATE
MAYOR PRO TEM RODRIGUEZ TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE
AND EXECUTE A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND EXECUTE AND
NECESSARY AND RELATED DOCUMENTS WITH AL RICH JR, ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
FOR DONNA RICH, AND ANY OTHER OWNER, FOR 7917 MAIN STREET, ALSO
KNOWN AS, LOT 2A, BLOCK A, REDDINGS REVISION IN THE AMOUNT OF $325,000
INCLUDING ALL CLOSING COSTS, FEES,AND TAXES.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 7-0.
H. INFORMATION AND REPORTS
H.1 ANNOUNCEMENTS •
Council member Blake made the following announcements.
TxDOT invites the community to learn about their plans to construct raised medians on
Davis Boulevard between Emerald Hills Way and Southlake Boulevard. A public meeting
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will take place on Tuesday, November 12 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Grand Hall at
the NRH Centre. A virtual meeting will also be available online from November 12 through
December 2. Visit the city's website for more information.
A drive-through holiday show featuring more than a million twinkling lights is coming to
NRH2O Family Water Park. Christmas in Color will be open nightly starting November 15.
Tickets must be purchased in advance online. Visit the city's website for more
information about Christmas in Color and other upcoming holiday events.
City Hall and other non-emergency city offices will be closed November 28 and 29 for the
Thanksgiving holiday. Garbage and recycling will not be collected on Thanksgiving Day.
Thursday's collections will be made on Friday, with Friday's collections shifting to
Saturday.
Kudos Korner - Schuyler Moreno and Devin Byers in Public Works - A resident e-mailed
praises for the staff who responded to a sewer problem on a recent Sunday morning.
She said Schuyler and Devin went beyond her expectations to get the problem resolved
in a timely manner. They were courteous, professional and a great crew. Keep up the
great work!
I. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCarty adjourned the meeting at 8:43 p.m.
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