2013_08.08 CC MinutesKENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
August 8, 2013
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Clark called the work session to order at 5:30PM.
II. WORK SESSION
A. Discuss insurance requirements for contractors.
Bob Hart gave a brief background on this issue, noting that the city currently does not require a copy of
liability insurance for contracting trades (plumbing, electrical, mechanical) with the exception of
Plumbers. The state of Texas maintains liability insurance for the professional trades. Some cities
require proof of insurance from general contractors and some do not. Council discussed the issue and
suggested that in order to better guarantee a high level of reputable service from any contractor
working within the city, we adjust our code to require proof of liability insurance.
B. Discuss Village Creek risk identification grant program.
This program would be done by the Council of Governments, and would assist us in our pursuit of
altering the landscape at Village Creek. FEMA expressed interest in the Kennedale project and
Council would like staff to pursue this grant when it becomes available.
C. Discuss Global Water contract change order.
Bob Hart noted that there was a discrepancy between the number of digits that our current water
meter registers are able to read and the number of digits that are necessary to make the new water
system function to its highest potential. The city's options are to either maintain the current system
and replace the registers as needed over several years, or to finance the purchase, of which Global
Water will complete at cost, and install 100% new registers now. Staff recommended replacing all
registers.
D. Discuss health insurance bids.
Kelly Cooper approached the Council, noting that the city's claims ratio had been fairly low, around
under 60 %, however our current company, Blue Cross Blue Shield, came back with an 18% increase.
Aetna came in as the best option, offering plans very similar to what the city has been using for the
past year. Staff is recommended that Council consider approving the City Manager to approve a
contract with Aetna which will include an HSA option, a PPO option, tele -doc, and a service that will
allow employees to call for information on price comparisons for certain procedures. Staff is also
asking that Council approve a one -time incentive of $600 to anyone who selects the HAS for the
upcoming year.
E. Effective Tax Rate & Rollback Tax Rate Summary.
Sakura Moten - Dedrick approached the Council, noting the annual budget and tax publication
schedule.
F. Balanced Scorecard Report
Bob Hart gave a brief update on the scorecard, noting that the city is doing well operationally, but
struggling in the areas of taxation balance and overall staff turnover.
G. Discuss other agenda items as needed.
111. REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Clark called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
IV. ROLL CALL
Present: John Clark, Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson, Charles Overstreet, Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington
Absent: none
V. INVOCATION
VI. UNITED STATES PLEDGE
VII. TEXAS PLEDGE
VIII. VISITOR /CITIZENS FORUM
At this time, any person with business before the Council not scheduled on the agenda may speak to the
Council. No formal action can be taken on these items at this meeting.
One individual signed up to speak at the forum; however he will be speaking during item XI -E.
IX. REPORTS /ANNOUNCEMENTS
In addition to any specific matters listed below, the city council may receive a report about items of
community interest, including but not limited to recognition of individual officials, citizens or departments,
information regarding holiday schedules, upcoming or attended events, etc.
A. Updates and information from the Mayor:
• The mayor recognized Krystin Sanders for bring Kennedale's greatest advocate for recycling
in Kennedale and for her recent publication in the Mansfield Magazine.
• Recognize Library Summer Reading Program winners Brayden Thomas and Bailey
• 2013 board appointment process and schedule
B. Updates and information from Council, if any.
Special presentation from Brian Johnson. Mayor John Clark was thanked for his years of work
in building the Kennedale community and being an integral part of Kennedale's history.
Councilmember Fernandez recognized several businesses for going above and beyond with
regard to appearance, including cabinet, Wells Fargo, QT, Reds Roadhouse.
Councilmember Turner noted that his mother and Keep Kennedale Beautiful member has
been keeping a blog on gardening that is regularly posted on the Keep Kennedale Beautiful
Facebook page.
C. Updates and information from the City Manager, if any.
• No updates were provided.
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X. CONSENT ITEMS
All matters listed under consent agenda have been previously discussed, require little or no deliberation,
or are considered to be routine by the council. If discussion is desired, then an item will be removed from
the consent agenda and considered separately.
A. Consider approval of minutes from July 11, 2013 regular meeting.
Motion To approve the consent agenda with a correction to item XI -B as discussed. Action Approve,
Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Frank Fernandez
Motion Passed Unanimously
Xl. REGULAR ITEMS
A. Appointment of a councilmember to serve as the 2013 -2014 Mayor Pro -Tem.
Motion To appoint Brian Johnson as the 2013 -2014 Mayor Pro -Tem. Action Approve, Moved By
Frank Fernandez, Seconded By Kelly Turner.
Ayes: Frank Fernandez, Charles Overstreet, Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington
Nays: Brian Johnson
B. Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance establishing a Planning and Zoning Commission
and repealing all previous establishing ordinances for that board.
Motion To approve an Ordinance establishing a Planning and Zoning Commission and repealing
all previous establishing ordinances for that board, Action Approve. Moved By Liz Carrington,
Seconded By Charles Overstreet.
Motion Passed Unanimously
C. Discuss and consider a resolution regarding a financing agreement for the purpose of procuring
water meters and related technology.
Major discussion of this item was held during the work session. Staff recapped this discussion and
recommended that Council approve the change order regarding this financing agreement.
Motion To. Action Approve Resolution 405 regarding a financing agreement for the purpose of
procuring water meters and related technology., Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By
Brian Johnson.
Motion Passed 4 -1.
Ayes: John Clark, Brian Johnson, Charles Overstreet, Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington
Nays: Frank Fernandez
D. Discuss and approve bid award for health, dental, vision, life and AD &D, and voluntary life
insurance and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreements
This item was discussed at length during the work session.
Motion To award a bid award for health, dental, vision, life and AD &D, and voluntary life insurance
and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreements, Action Approve, Moved By Liz
Carrington, Seconded By Charles Overstreet.
Motion Passed Unanimously
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E. Discuss and consider approval of Developers Agreement with DR Horton for Beacon Hill Phase 11.
James Cowey approached the Council, noting that the agreement was very similar to the previous
agreement for this area, however the developer has changed to DR Horton.
Motion To approve a Developers Agreement with DR Horton for Beacon Hill Phase II, Action
Approve. Moved By Frank Fernandez, Seconded By Kelly Turner.
Motion Passed Unanimously
The Council recessed into executive session at 7:46PM.
XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government
Code to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or
dismissal of a public officer or employee.
1. Discuss City Manager performance related to code enforcement.
XIII. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION, AND TAKE ACTION NECESSARY PURSUANT TO
EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NEEDED
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
Motion To adjourn, Action Adjourn. Moved By Brian Johnson, Seconded By Liz Carrington.
Motion Passed Unanimously
The meeting was adjourned at 8:23.
APPROVED:
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ATTEST:
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City Secretary Ametifisk G. Cirmo
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