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2013_09.12 CC MinutesU ► 1 M t AGENDA REGULAR MEETING September 12, 2013 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE CALL TO ORDER Mayor Clark called the work session to order at 5:30PM. 11. WORK SESSION A. Update on water conservation and regional drought stages. Bob Hart noted that we are currently at Stage 1 restrictions and may be moving to Stage 2 if the reservoirs in the area continue to decrease. Stage two mandates once per week watering. B. Update on initiatives related to Village Creek. Bob Hart noted that the city was currently pursuing partnerships and agreements with the North Central Texas Council of Governments, FEMA, and other agencies related to the cleanup and remediation of this area. C. Update on status of jail and dispatch service contracts with the City of Mansfield. Bob Hart noted that the contract had been reviewed by the City Attorney and some language regarding indemnification was adjusted and has been included in the contract on the regular agenda. The City of Mansfield has already approved the contract and it has been discussed at several work sessions over the past few months. D. Discuss nominations to the 2013 -2014 Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors. Bob Hart noted that this nomination process occurs every year and that the Council has six votes. Nominations will be on next month's agenda. E. Discuss any other items on the agenda. Brian Johnson requested that Item XIII -A regarding Case PZ 13 -04 be brought forward to discuss at the work session. Rachel Roberts approached the Council to discuss the item, noting that the current zoning of the property does not fit our Comprehensive Plan, and that the requested change to 'PD' would be more appropriate. Charles Overstreet noted that he would like the Planning and Zoning Commission to look into updating the list of allowed materials to reflect advances in the construction materials industry. Ms. Roberts noted that the Commission recommended that the exterior fence be built out of masonry, however staff is recommending that Council move toward berm landscaping instead of large, walled -in fences. The Council also expressed concern with regard to ponds and drainage on the property. Ms. Roberts noted that the city engineers had examined the drainage and pond issues and had found them satisfactory. III. EXECUTIVE SESSION A. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code for consultation with the City Attorney pertaining to any matter in which the duty of the City Attorney under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct may conflict with the Open Meetings Act, including discussion of any item posted on the agenda and legal issues regarding the preparation of developer's agreements and oil and gas leases. Mayor Clark closed the work session and recessed into executive session at 6:26PM. IV. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION, AND TAKE ACTION NECESSARY PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NEEDED Council reconvened into open session at 7:OOPM V. REGULAR SESSION Mayor Clark called the regular session to order at 7:04PM. VI. ROLL CALL Present: John Clark, Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson, Charles Overstreet, Liz Carrington Absent: Kelly Turner VII. INVOCATION VIII. UNITED STATES PLEDGE IX. TEXAS PLEDGE X. VISITOR/CITIZENS FORUM Three individuals signed up to speak. Hollis Matthews, 1252 Millbrook Drive approached the Council with budget, comments. He submitted a packet of information regarding municipal bankruptcy to the Council, which he presented to the Council. 2. Adrienne Kay, 918 Shady Creek, brought up issues regarding a sign at Little School Road, the Arts and Culture Board, and communication between City Council and advisory boards. 3. This individual withdrew her request to speak. A. Information and updates from the City Manager, if any. The City Manager noted an upcoming Praise in the Park event from the Ministerial Alliance. Page 2 of 7 B. Information and updates from the Mayor, if any. ® Application deadline for city boards is September 20. C. Information and updates from Councilmembers, if any. Councilmember Fernandez asked about the Arts and Culture Board and a potential dance school in town. Bob hart noted that board had previously been slotted for abolishment but that he had requested that it be postponed until more information was available. Mr. Hart noted that the city would like to keep this board on hold. XII. CONSENT ITEMS A. Consider approval of minutes from August 9, 2013 budget workshop. B. Consider approval of minutes from the August 8, 2013 regular meeting minutes. C. Consider awarding a request for proposal for professional janitorial services to Member's Janitorial Services LLC, and authorizing the City Manager to execute an associated contract for service. D. Consider approval of a Cooperative Technical Partnership Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments regarding flood map modernization. Councilmember Johnson asked the item B Motion To approve items A, C, and D as presented. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Frank Fernandez Motion Passed Unanimously Item B correction — Johnson voted no. brian, overstreet. Motion To approve item B with a correction as noted by Councilmember Johnson . Action Approve, Moved By Brian Johnson, Seconded By Charles Overstreet Motion Passed Unanimously XIII. REGULAR ITEMS A. Case PZ 13 -04 to receive comments and consider approval on a request by Alluvium Development, Inc. for a zoning change for an approximately 45.5 acre tract from "R -2" Single Family Residential District to "PD" Planned Development District for property located at 925 Mansfield Cardinal Rd, legal description of J M Lilly Survey A 980 Tract 2 & A 985 Tract 3, Tarrant County, Texas. Staff Presentation Rachel Roberts approached the Council, noting that the proposed development style for this subdivision fits with our comprehensive land use plan as well as the strategic plan, that the water and drainage for the area is well planned, and that the plan provides open space and common areas. As discussed in the work session, that a masonry wall be added around the entirety of the subdivision. Staff recommended that the city pursue a different option, berm screening and landscaping, which would achieve a fencing result that better fits with the intentions of our comprehensive plan. Staff also noted that several tables in the proposed ordinance would be amended and that the recommended roof pitch be lowered slightly. Page 3 of 7 The City Attorney mentioned that the term `berm' would need to be added to the PD ordinance in order to achieve specific results. Councilmembers Carrington and Overstreet asked that new materials standards also be added to the PD ordinance with clarified. 2. Applicant Presentation Terrence Jobe of Alluvium Development approached the Council, noting that they are excited about working in this community and intend to work as many of the items in the Comprehensive Land as possible, including connectivity and green space. He also noted that they would prefer to have the ability to require plants that require less water and are pleased about the berm idea. They will also include landscaping and sidewalks around the ponds. 3. Public Hearing Mayor Clark opened the public hearing. No one signed up to speak and the hearing was closed. 4. Applicant Response No response was necessary. 5. Staff Response and Summary of the Case No response was necessary. 6. Action by the Council Motion To approve Ordinance 528 regarding Case PZ 13 -04, a zoning change for an approximately 45.5 acre tract from "R -2" Single Family Residential District to "PD" Planned Development District for property located at 925 Mansfield Cardinal Rd, legal description of J M Lilly Survey A 980 Tract 2 & A 985 Tract 3, Tarrant County, Texas, to include the following changes: • Landscaped berms on outside perimeter (Little Road and Mansfield Cardinal Road) • A specification that non - masonry surface be made of concrete products, with cedar and other accents permitted. • Outer perimeter residential fences must be metal post fences. • To include all staff recommendations as per the staff report. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Liz Carrington Motion Passed Unanimously B. Case PZ 13 -03 to receive comments and consider approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 17, Article VI, "Zoning ", of the code 'of ordinances of the City of Kennedale, Texas, as amended, by establishing new sections providing for creation and purpose, membership, organization, rules and requirements, and powers and duties of the board of adjustment. 1. Staff Presentation Rachel Roberts noted that this ordinance makes changes to the language of the code, as with the other board adjustments that have been made in the past few months. The intent is to clarify the city code, redefine membership, responsibilities, meeting requirements, etc. 2. Public Hearing Mayor Clark opened the public hearing. No one signed up to speak and the hearing was closed. 3. Staff Response and Summary of the Case No response was necessary. Page 4 of 7 4. Action by the Council Motion To approve Ordinance 529 regarding Case PZ 13 -03 with an adjustment to the number of meetings from 10 to 4. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion Passed Unanimously Mayor Clark announced that due to the late hour and attendance of members from the City of Mansfield, item E would be addresses now, ahead of schedule. E. Consider approval of the city manager to execute a contract with the City of Mansfield for Public Safety dispatch and police jail services. Mayor Clark noted that this item has been discussed over several work sessions and that the contract had been signed by the City of Mansfield earlier in the week. He also noted that the contract would be signed by the Mayor and not the City Manager. Brian Johnson asked what our staffing level would be after this takes effect, Bob Hart noted that it would be 66. Council noted that they were pleased with the opportunity partner with our neighbors and look forward to working with them. Motion To approve a contract with the City of Mansfield for Public Safety dispatch and police jail services as presented with the modifications recommended by the city attorney. Action Approve, Moved By Frank Fernandez, Seconded By Charles Overstreet. Motion Passed Unanimously C. Public hearing to receive input on the Fiscal Year 2013 -2014 Proposed Budget. 1. Staff Presentation Bob hart gave a brief overview of the budget, reviewing information from the budget workshop that was held on August 9, 2013. Topics discussed included retention issues, items not included in the budget, the proposed tax increase, and other items. 2. Public Hearing Mayor Clark opened the public hearing. No one signed up to speak and the hearing was closed. 3. Staff Response and Summary No response was necessary. 4. Council Action Motion To approve the tabling of the adoption of the FY2013 -2014 budget to September 26, 2013, since we will not be taking specific action at this meeting. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion Passed Unanimously D. Public hearing to receive input on the Fiscal Year 2013 -2014 Tax Revenue Increase. 1. Staff Presentation Bob Hart reviewed information presented in the previous slide, noting the proposed 2.5 cent tax increase. 2. Public Hearing Mayor Clark opened the public hearing. No one signed up to speak and the hearing was closed. Page 5 of 7 3. Staff Response and Summary No response was necessary. Mayor Clark noted that the second Public Hearing and vote on this item would be held on September 19, 2013 at 6:OOPM in City Hall. E. Consider approval of the city manager to execute a contract with the City of Mansfield for Public Safety dispatch and police jail services. This item was handled earlier in the evening. F. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending section 4- 301(b)(3) of the City Code, requiring proof of insurance coverage from all contractors registering to work in the City of Kennedale. Bob Hart noted that this item was prepared after the work session discussion at the August meeting. The ordinance will require proof of insurance coverage for any contractor working within the City of Kennedale. Motion To approve Ordinance 530, amending section 4- 301(b)(3) of the City Code, requiring proof of insurance coverage from all contractors registering to work in the City of Kennedale, as presented. Action Approve, Moved By Frank Fernandez, Seconded By Charles Overstreet Motion Passed Unanimously G. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending compensation for Council, Board, and Commission members. Bob Hart noted that this ordinance would decrease per- meeting compensation for Council, and all boards to $1.00 per meeting. Motion To approve Ordinance 531 amending compensation for Council, Board, and Commission members.. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion Passed Unanimously H. Consider adjusting the date of the October and November regular Council meeting. Due to upcoming scheduling conflicts, Bob Hart noted that the Council should look at alternative meeting dates. The following dates were set: • Move the meeting to discuss board appointments from October 3` to October 1 at 6:OOPM. Other items may be added to this agenda to allow Councilmember Turner to have input, as he cannot attend the regular meeting on October 10 • Regular Council meeting on October 10, 2013. • Regular November meeting rescheduled from November 14 to November 5tH Motion To set a board appointment discussion meeting on October 1, 2013, keep the regular Council meeting on October 10 and reschedule the November regular meeting to November 5 2013. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion Passed Unanimously Page 6 of 7 XIV. ADJOURNMENT Motion To, Action Approve, Moved By Brian Johnson, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion Passed Unanimously The meeting was adjourned at 9:01 PM. APPROVED: vx- a-A M or John CI k /_111112 A'Aw '�<- City Secretary Ame6lyst G. Cirmo Page 7 of 7