2013_01.10 CC MinutesKENN ®ALE CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
January 10, 2013
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE
WORK SESSION - 5:30 PM
REGULAR SESSION - 7:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Clark called the work session to order at 5:30 pm.
II. WORK SESSION
A. Governance workshop.
Bob Hart presented information to the Council on board and council policies related to executive
limitations and governance. Council discussed holding governance workshops on January 31,
February 25, and March 28, 2013.
The council recessed into executive session at 5:52 PM.
III. REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Clark called the regular session to order at 7:05 PM.
IV. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor John Clark, Brian Johnson, Charles Overstreet, Frank Fernandez, Kelly Turner
Absent: Liz Carrington
V. INVOCATION .
VI. UNITED STATES PLEDGE
VII. TEXAS PLEDGE
VIII. VISITOR /CITIZENS FORUM
Three individuals signed up to address the council:
1. Carolyn Coker - Williamson of 5306 Kennedale - Sublet Road asked that the Council discuss
potential development options for her property (at this address) as she would like to pursue
development options that will contribute to positive growth for Kennedale.
2. Mike Frazer, representing the Kennedale Chamber of Commerce, invited the Council to attend
the legislative trip to Austin on February 12'", 2013.
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3. Jeremiah Wunneberger of 630 Overlook Court in Arlington TX, Executive Director of the
Kennedale Chamber of Commerce, invited the council to the next chamber luncheon which will
feature a presentation from Constable Clint Burgess.
IX. REPORTS /ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Information and updates from the Mayor, Council, and the City Manager.
Bob Hart noted that the Art in the Park Sient Auction fundraiser will be held on Friday, February 22 at
Reds Roadhouse from 7:OOPM — 9:OOPM. Art in the Park will be held on April 5,6, and 7.
X. CONSENT ITEMS
A. Consider approval of a Resolution calling the May 11, 2013 General Election.
B. Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting held on December 13, 2012.
C. Consider authorizing final acceptance and payment on the Kennedale - Sublett Road improvements
project.
Motion To approve the consent agenda as presented. Action Approve, Moved By Brian Johnson,
Seconded By Frank Fernandez
Motion Passed Unanimously
XI. REGULAR ITEMS
A. Consider approval of an Ordinance to officially establish and provide operating guidance to the
Youth Advisory Council.
Staff liaison Amethyst Cirmo presented information to the council, noting that an establishing
ordinance had not been adopted in the past. This ordinance allows for 15 council- appointed
members between the ages of 15 and 19, one year terms, and membership requirements that
allow any youth from the KISD boundaries, city boundaries, or who attends school within the
city boundaries to be qualified. This ordinance will allow for the Youth Advisory Council to
function under the same public posting laws and regulations as all other city boards and
commission.
Motion To approve the consent agenda as presented. Action Approve, Moved By Kelly Turner,
Seconded By Charles Overstreet
Motion Passed Unanimously
B. CASE # PZ 12 -07 to receive comments and consider action on a request by the City of Kennedale
for a replat of approximately 1.183 acres of land at 621 & 625 E Kennedale Pkwy, legal description of
Lots 8 -12, Block 12, Boaz's Subdivision, Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas.
1. Staff Presentation
Rachel Roberts approached the council, noting that the plat in question meets all city
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regulations and should be approved based on council policy.
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. Action by the City Council
Motion To approve CASE # PZ 12 -07 as presented. Action Approve, Moved By Brian Johnson,
Seconded By Kelly Turner
Motion Passed Unanimously
The council recessed into executive session at 7:19 PM.
XII. 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
amortization of nonconforming uses and proposed annexation.
B. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Texas Government
Code to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property for the following:
1. 1200 Bowman Springs Rd.
2. 801 W. Kennedale Parkway.
3. 6801 E. Oak Crest Drive.
XIII. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION, AND TAKE ACTION NECESSARY PURSUANT TO
EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NEEDED
The council reconvened into open session at 7:50 PM.
No action pursuant to executive session was necessary.
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
Motion To adjourn. Action adjourn, Moved By Brian Johnson, Seconded By Frank Fernandez
Motion Passed Unanimously
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