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2016_06.27 CC Packet ic KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REGULAR MEETING June 27, 2016 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE WORK SESSION at 5:30 PM REGULAR SESSION at 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II.WORK SESSION *NOTE: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, the City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the work session or the regular session to discuss posted executive session items or to seek legal advice from the City Attorney on any item posted on the agenda. A. Discussion of Kennedale Public Library's Long Range Plan B. Discuss City Council meeting procedures C. Discussion of items on regular agenda III. REGULAR SESSION IV. ROLL CALL V. INVOCATION VI. UNITED STATES PLEDGE AND TEXAS PLEDGE "Honor the Texas Flag; I Pledge Allegiance to Thee, Texas, One State under God; One and Indivisible." VII. PRESENTATIONS A. Bulin Family Brick Presentation Alvin "Red" & Hazel Austin Bulin Thomas Alvin &Viola Williams Bulin VIII. VISITOR/CITIZENS FORUM At this time, any person with business before the City Council not scheduled on the Agenda may speak to the Council, provided that an official `Speaker's Request Form'has been completed and submitted to the City Secretary prior to the start of the meeting. All comments must be directed towards the Mayor and Council, rather than individual council members or staff. All speakers must limit their comments to the subject matter as listed on the `Speaker's Request Form.' No formal action or discussion can be taken on these items. 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 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 from City Council B. Updates from the Mayor C. Updates from the City Manager X. MONITORING INFORMATION A. Monthly Financials- May 2016 B. Executive Limitations C. Ends Review- Balanced Scorecard XI. INCIDENTAL ITEMS XII. REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) All matters listed under incidental items (consent) 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 May 14, 2016 budget planning workshop B. Consider approval of minutes from May 16, 2016 Election Business meeting C. Consider approval of minutes from May 16, 2016 regular meeting D. Consider approval of the NCTCOG share purchasing co-op XIII. DECISION ITEMS A. Selection of a Mayor Pro-Tem B. CASE # PZ 16-06 Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 598 approval regarding a request by CHC Development for an amendment to the concept plan for the Swiney Estates Planned Development District. The Swiney Estates Planned Development District is generally located west of Bowman Springs Rd, south of Bolen Rd, east of a tributary of Village Creek, and north of Pennsylvania Ave. 1. Staff presentation 2. Applicant presentation 3. Public hearing 4. Applicant response 5. Staff response and summary 6. Action by the City Council C. Public Hearing and consider approval of Ordinance 601 adopting the Kennedale 2016-2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan 1. Staff Presentation 2. Public Hearing 3. Staff response and summary 4. Action by Council D. Consider approval of Ordinance 597 re-appointing Kennedale Municipal Court Presiding Judge, William "Bill" Lane and Associate Judge, Craig Magnuson, and re-appointing Erin Bakker, as the alternative Associate Judge E. Consider approval of an Ordinance 599 amending the city's schedule of administrative fees F. Consider approval of Ordinance 600 deleting Section 16-117 of the City of Kennedale Code to delete the payment compensation to members of the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) XIV. EXECUTIVE SESSION A. The City Council may meet in closed session at any time during the work session or the regular 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 on any item posted on the agenda. 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. 108 New Hope Road 2. 6727 Hudson Village Creek XV. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION,AND TAKE ACTION NECESSARY PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NEEDED XVI.ADJOURNMENT In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Kennedale will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending City Council meetings. This building is wheelchair accessible, and parking spaces for disabled citizens are available. Requests for sign interpreter services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meetings. Please contact the City Secretary at 817.985.2104 or(TDD) 1.800.735.2989 CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the June 27, 2016, agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin board next to the main entrance of the City Hall building, 405 Municipal Drive, of the City of Kennedale, Texas, in a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times and said agenda was posted at least 72 hours preceding the schedule time of said meeting, in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. az� Leslie Galloway, City ecretary KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: WORK SESSION -A. I. Subject: Discussion of Kennedale Public Library's Long Range Plan II. Originated by: III. Summary: The Kennedale Public Library is required to have a current long range plan in place to maintain accreditation with the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. The 2016-2020 long range plan will ensure continuity of high quality library services, programs and materials for the residents of Kennedale. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. 2016-2020 Long Range Plan 016 LRP Edit. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY COMMUNITY Providing a place for LONG RANGE PLAN 2016 residents to learn and grow with one another by Library Director Amanda King COLLABORATION Achieving community goals LIBRARY ENDS STATEMENT through effective partnerships The Kennedale Public Library serves the community as a R E S P E C T Treating one another central hub for information. The library connects patrons as equals and providing with their community by offering innovative programs, access to shared resources gathering spaces, and services to enrich their lives. L E A R N I N G Encouraging life-long learning through various forms of literacy ACCOUNTABILITY Utilizing public resources a-__= __g__-- effectively and transparently =_ .5.•-= -_ice��==.?-:�'��^��==°°=i fY� g Exem P li m ethical behavior -=- -"-`� - - — and putting others first when challenges arise INN0VAT10N Remaining flexible and receptive to new ideas __—.. °°- and better ways —__ °'- -- to serve our community TEAMWORK Working together, LIBRARY SUB - ENDS communicating consistently, and accomplishing common • Committed to being a community hub where all goals and objectives for the are welcomed and big ideas are developed. good of the library and patrons PROFESSIONALISM • Actively listening to the community to develop Protecting patron privacy innovative programs that address residents' needs. and intellectual freedom • Ensuring that all residents have access to the Cary/ high-quality print, digital, and technological .0 N E Qq F. resources they need to achieve their dreams. PUBLIC LIBRARY +rte I N T R O D U C T I O N The Kennedale Public Library is a beloved institution, regarded by the community as a welcoming and safe place to learn, grow, and connect. The library developed organically thanks to the dedication of countless volunteers and civic-minded residents who advocated and collaborated to create the library our community enjoys today. Through our partnership with the Mansfield and Arlington Public Libraries, Kennedale residents have access to hundreds of thousands of print, audiovisual, and electronic resources— far beyond the capacity of a typical small town library. Much has been accomplished since the library was established more than twenty years ago, but there is always room for growth. To remain relevant, modern libraries must adapt to new a technologies and trends, and the Kennedale Public Library is no I �i different. Staff is dedicated to identifying and implementing solutions that maximize access to resources, programs, and facilities while always being careful stewards of the funds entrusted to us by the community. Ma sAeb� JSfjry ��B16h'p The ultimate goal of this plan is to ensure the continued success and viability of the Kennedale Public Library as it moves forward in an ever-changing world. BECOME A COMMUNITY HUB OBJECTIVE Evaluate and revise the facility'layout to provide more gathering space ACTION ITEMS • Procure grant funding for new shelving for the adult collection, a new circulation desk, and additional seating • Curate materials into a more accessible arrangement, including well-defined collections for children, teens, and adults • Institute automated technologies to streamline services and allow staff to dedicate more time to developing and hosting programs OBJECTIVE Increase community awareness of library services through marketing ACTION ITEMS • Invest in reusable marketing materials including banners and signage • Establish a stronger social media presence and following • Attend local events where staff can highlight library services and programs I ! i CENTRALIZE INFORMATION OBJECTIVE Work closely with city staff and other local organizations to become a reliable and trusted source for community news and information ACTION ITEMS • Update existing bulletin boards monthly to promote local events and news • Provide city newsletters in a prominent location for residents who prefer printed materials OBJECTIVE Redesign the library's web presence to streamline information access and minimize confusion ACTION ITEMS • Incorporate the library's current standalone website into the city's website • Use plain language and easy organization to help patrons find answers quicker OBJECTIVE Update the print collection to reflect the current information needs of the community ACTION ITEMS • Replace outdated and inaccurate items in the collection with updated resources • Research and add electronic materials based on demand and need when appropriate a ' 1 r " P f r Y I r� ENGAGING PROGRAMMING FOR ALL AGES OBJECTIVE Develop adult programming that is varied and regularly scheduled year-round ACTION ITEMS • Cooperate with local businesses to provide free educational classes • Solicit donations and grants to defray the costs associated with special programs • Publish an annual calendar of events that is available both online and in print OBJECTIVE Expand children's programs to encompass all ages through grade school 5' ' Pecial Programmin g Weekly ACTION ITEMS Prove.. • Plan and publicize "Babygarten", a twice-yearly program for infants and their caregivers • Host a weekly program for grade-school children 1 M w E nviF OBJECTIVE e o � ,E,ENNFe�rf Establish young adult programs that foster fellowship and a love for learning ACTION ITEMS • Collaborate with Kennedale ISD, Fellowship Academy, and the Youth Advisory Council (YAQ to develop and publicize events that appeal to junior high and high school students • Solicit donations to purchase reusable equipment for monthly programs OBJECTIVE Partner with KISD and Fellowship Academy to achieve common literacy goals ACTION ITEMS • Develop an active partnership by finding common ground with administrators • Create mutually beneficial initiatives to implement alongside local schools OBJECTIVE Regularly train staff in progressive best-practices for program development ACTION ITEMS • Encourage all staff to attend nearby continuing education events • Budget for the Library Director to attend applicable conferences to ensure that staff is aware of current issues and trends affecting libraries KENNEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY LONG RANGE PLAN 2016 FACILITY EXPANSION OBJECTIVE Conduct a long-term facility space analysis and prepare for renovations beyond 2020 ACTION ITEMS • Partner with Tarrant County College for a facility assessment of the current configuration and possible updates that would maximize gathering space • Budget for the Library Director to become well-versed in best practices and innovations in library design by attending industry-specific workshops OBJECTIVE Research and plan for the expansion of the building to provide a multi-use classroom ACTION ITEMS • Utilize community input to choose appropriate and useful technology and resources • Seek advice from appropriate consultants regarding the costs, limitations, and design possibilities of enclosing the facility's current "back porch" area OBJECTIVE Research and plan for the expansion of the building to provide additional staff workspace ACTION ITEMS • Solicit staff input regarding workspace improvements that would increase productivity • Seek advice from appropriate consultants regarding the costs, limitations, and design possibilities of enclosing the facility's current "back porch" area R L sAll JI�l KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: WORK SESSION - B. I. Subject: Discuss City Council meeting procedures II. Originated by: III. Summary: Creating a City Council meeting procedures policy was identified as an important task. The following information has been compiled from meeting polices from selected cities. The underlying philosophy of how to conduct a meeting was excerpted from a Lewis McLain article. I believe these are compatible with your attitude toward service. SOURCE: The Ultimate Transparency Model: The Teaching Government by Lewis McClain Cities nationwide are focused on encouraging residents to become knowledgeable about local government and to be active in its processes. Often this is done by providing massive amounts of information on government websites. This strategy is transparent and well-meaning, but also fatally flawed as the information often requires much time to read and often a level of expertise that few possess to understand. A suggested solution is to implement a teaching government approach. Local government meetings are sterile, boring, and usually constrained by time. However, a shift in attitude turns these meetings into critical teaching moments. We want people to attend, hear the facts, and develop an informed opinion. We cannot beg for an educated citizenry and then ignore the need to foster a learning environment. Mechanical boards and blank-faced audiences are the antithesis of learning environments. So, what is a Teaching Government? It is one that is clear in its intentions and deliberate in its actions. It is a council that publicly declares its dedication to shifting its meeting forum and format toward one that is more conducive to learning. You may be tempted to ease into it, but by announcing your intentions publically, you not only acknowledge the need for change, but also become more accountable to make that change. There are some characteristics a teaching government might implement: • Dialogue with Decorum • Public Teaching Moments • Citizen Development • Transparency and Disclosure •Academic Articulation with a Classroom Demeanor Start with the agenda. Every agenda item, other than housekeeping items, should have an explanation. Documentation of decision processes should be only one or two pages, and contain the basic facts: • What is the issue? What are we being asked to do/approve? • What is the background? • What is being asked to be decided? 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 • What are the options explored and the pros and cons of each? • What is the recommendation and why? • Who is involved? • What is the timeline? • What are the costs or savings? Make sure you've answered all of the basic questions the council or a resident might have in the briefing memo. Big items would require more attachments like the developer request and justification, the staff recommendation, and other pertinent documents like location maps and public notices. Since council meetings are often slices of a continuing story, context is key. How many platted lots or building permits are in the pipeline? What are our cumulative budget amendments so far for this year? How much money have we given this non-profit over the last five years and how many people do they serve? If there is a flip chart or presentation, the audience, whether sitting in the chambers or watching online (if you record your meetings), should be able to read the smallest bullet points. How can we ensure that everyone on the council, as well as in the audience, understood the issue and the decision? Have you ever heard a council member ask after a vote, "What did we just decide?" How can someone participate in a discussion and then vote without fully understanding what they were voting for?Well, often questions aren't fully answered. Cross-conversations between council members become hard to follow. Then someone suddenly calls for a vote. It happens all the time. So, if a council member is confused, imagine what the audience members must feel. A true teaching spirit in an intentional environment must appreciate how we all sometimes struggle to digest complex issues. Now, it might sound strange because that's "not how we do it", but what if the Mayor prefaced each agenda item with a brief comment about its purpose? Then, following the vote, recapped the merits discussed and the basis for the decision? However, in a classroom, it would be typical to introduce a topic, explain the subject matter, and then recap the key points before moving on. In a courtroom, a huge effort is made to ensure that the jury understands the facts and the decision expected of them. In a novel or a play, a writer must make sure the plot is understood by the audience. All of these examples involve a deliberate effort to explain the story and to answer the questions naturally arising from a curious mind. There is a reason to have prologues, preambles, prefaces, and introductions. The same goes for the postscript and epilogue. In news media parlance, is it about answering the Who, What, When, Where, Why and How questions before you are done with an item. Who could play the role of the narrator? The Mayor?Yes. The City Manager?Yes. But what about other council members or staff? Most local governments, by far the majority, have slim to shallow news reporting if they have any at all. Experienced or not, many reporters have multiple assignments and simply can't be in two places at the same time. If the PIOs are supposed to be in charge of press releases and media content, then why could they not write a news briefs about the council items and decisions? Their skill-set should be such that they could stand up at the end of a council meeting and run through the highlights of the meetings for the audience to grasp. They could also write a synopsis of the meeting as a press release to go out electronically to citizens. Lewis McLain concludes with "...We all could give ten valid reasons why The Teaching Government idea wouldn't work for every reason it might work. And all ten would be personality issues. But before we throw up our hands, let's go back to the introduction where the problems were stated. Do we desire to address those problems? If so, how could a resolution be designed and successfully implemented? If we place so much emphasis on education and the tools to achieve an intelligent community, why not this approach or something similar? Are we willing to look back to see decades of the same forum and format as we have today and be satisfied that this is the best we can do? Is this the same picture we are going to see in the next decade or two with only a few technical achievements to show for our efforts? Why do we use the phrase political science with no desire to approach the stated problems with no skills? Can we get motivated to advance our skill-sets to draw from several effective story-telling examples to elevate the citizen and draw them to be involved in our local democracy? Why would we cast the net for board and committee volunteers and then be surprised at the qualifications of the applicants? Why wouldn't a threshold requirement be the number of meetings they have attended in the past year and what they learned from those forums? My first council meeting in 1973 looked as identical and as ugly as the ones I see in 2016. The common thread is the regiment and sterility of Robert's Rules of Order. A good student can glean some community and governmental knowledge if they work hard at it. But most forums are without a learning environment attitude and ingredients. Moreover, if the players want to participate in a charade where you see voting and a few good questions sprinkled amongst stoic elected officials who don't know, don't care and are there mostly to protect their special interests, then all we have to do is keep having meetings erroneously labeled as transparency. I would like to see a Teaching Government forum with intentional instructors." IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Sam Ie Meeting Procedures lCouncil Meeting Procedure.docx SAMPLE M EETI NG PROCEDURES Heavily borrowed from 07arlottesville, VA The Qty of Ken nedale's City Counci l is composed of a Mayor and five(5) Council members,elected at-large.Kennedale is a Home Rule Qty,operati ng under a Charter that gives Council the power to enact local I egislati on,adopt budgets,and determine policies subject only tot heIimitations imposed by the State Constitution and thecity'sown charter.Council appoints aCity Manager that serves as the chief executive officer oft he city and directs all employees in a manner that ensures that Counci I's policies and vision are carried out.To learn more about the Charter,please visit www.citvofkennedale.com/charter. The City Council holds regular meetings on thethird Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.in the Council Chambers in Qty Hall (405 Municipal Drive in Kennedale).Each regular Council meeting consists of a Work Session (at 5:30 p.m.) and a Regular Session (at 7:00 p.m.).The Work Session is an opportunity for staff to present updates on ends,city policies,future plans,and other presentations that keep Council informed of the activities around the city.The Regular Meeting consists of the Call to Order,Visitor/Citizen Forum, Reports/Announcements,Monitoring Information, Incidental Items, Required Approval Items(Consent), Decision Items,and Executive Session. Each segment of the Regular M eet i n g fulfills a specific purpose. For example,the Required Approval Items(Consent) enables City Council to vote on non-controversial itemswith asingle vote.On the other hand,the Decision Items is where public heari ngs,readi ngs of Ordi nances,and items forwarded from the Boards and Commissions are individually discussed and acted upon. Opportunities for the publicto address Council occur during the Regular Meeting(Visitor/Citizen Forum).The Council mayalsocall special meetingswhen needed. Itemsconsidered bytheCouncil arelisted on an agendathat isposted at least 72 hoursprior tothe meetingon the City Bulletin Board located insidetheCity Hall vestibuleat 405 Municipal Driveand on the online calendar at www.citvofkennedale.com/cal. Information about meetings may also be obtained by calling the City Secretary at 817-985-2104. To assist the City Council in providing knowledgeable,efficient government,the Council appoints qualified residents to boards,committees,and commissions. For example,the Planning and Zoning Commission,the Economic Development Corporation Board,and the Parks and Recreation Board hold monthly public meetings to discuss projects,plans,and hear resident comments.The Council invites residents who are interested i n servi ng on a board or committee to apply at www.citvofkennedale.com/boards or in-person at Qty Hall (405 Municipal Drivein Kennedale),If you have any questions regarding applying for aboard or commission,please contact the Qty Secretary at 817-985-2104. CARVER GOVERNANCE POLI CY I n an effort to improve effectiveness,the Kennedale City Council adopted the Policy Governance® model of governance..bhn Carver's Policy Governance® model istheonly complete,universal theory of governance—a conceptually coherent paradigm of principles and concepts(not of structure).The model enables the Council —as"servant-leader s" ofthepublic—toensurethat city staff achieves Council-stated endsand conducts themselves with probity. Becauseit isan all-encompassing governance theory, Policy Governance® informs Council's planning,vision,mission,agenda control,budgeting,reporting, Qty Manager evaluation, management relationships,fiduciary responsibility,and all other aspectsof their role. The model isathorough working theory of Council leadership that cannot be fully presented in this brief space. However,the basic tenets couId be stated as such: "The purpose oft he(Sty Council is to ensure,on the behalf of Kennedale residents, that the organization achieves what it should and avoids what is unacceptable." It is the City Cound I's responsibi I ity to govern collectively, not individually.That is,whatever authority is legitimately wielded by a Council is wielded by the Council as a group. Hence,a Qty Manager is bound by what the Council says,but never by what an individual Council member says. A Council should pledge to its Qty Manager that it will never hold him or her accountable for keeping an individual Council member happy and will never hold him or her accountable for any cr i ter i s except those expressed official I y by the Cou n d I as a whole.The Cou n d I as a body is obligated to protect its staff from the Council as individuals. Consequent Iy,CounciIs give their City Managers credit for programs,services,and cur ricuIarather than demanding data(even crude data are better than none) on whether the right recipients received the right results at the right cost. In order to lead,CounciIsm ust learn that services, programs and curricula have no value except as they produce the desired ends.Therefore, CounciIsarewelI-advised to look beyond these operational means and onto the ends that really matter. AGENDA AND MATERIALS 1. The Qty Manager shall prepare the agenda,including both required approval (consent) and decision items; and shall,in consultation with the Mayor,provide background materials for the Counci I and the public on these items.Any Counci I member wishing to add items t o t he agenda must submit them to the Qty Manager and the Mayor no fewer than ten (10) busi ness days before the meeti ng. 2. Agenda and background materials for upcomi ng City Counci I meeti ngs shal I be made available for public review in the City Secretary's Office and at www.cityofkennedale.com/agend concurrent with Council's receipt of the same,but no later than the Thursday preceding the meeting. 3. Any materials in addition to the background materials shall be distributed to the Council by the City Secretary no later than Friday before the meeting.Council may defer any item for which all relevant information has not been provided in atimely manner. MAYOR AS PRESI DING OFFICER 1. The Mayor shall preside at all City Counci I meetings,serve as the Governance Officer, enforce the rules of the Council,and preserve order and decorum at Council meetings.The Mayor Pro Tern shall preside in the Mayor's absence. 2. The Mayor shall administer Robert's Rules of Order,and the Qty Attorney shall serve as Parliamentarian. 3. During a City Council meeting,the Mayor shall have control of the Council Chambers and the connecting halls and corridors,and any other venuewherea Council meeting is being held. In case of a disturbance or disorderly conduct that disrupts the meeting,the Mayor may take measuresthe Mayor deems appropriate,including but not limited to suspending the meeting until order is restored,ordering audio and visual equipment temporarily turned off,and ordering areas to be cleared by the Police Chief(or Police Chief's designee). VISITOR/ CITIZEN FORUM & PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Time shall be reserved during each regular City Council meeting for the"Visitor/Citizen Forum". Public comment shall also be allowed during those agenda items for which a "Public Hearing" is designated on the agenda. I ndividuals wishi ng to speak during Visitor/Citizen Forum or a scheduled public hearing should complete and submit the associated form: Either: 1)Visitor/C)tizen Forum—Request to Soeak; or 2) Public Hearing— Request to Soeak. 2. Soeakers may remain at the podium for a maximum of three(3) minutes,and shall begin by stating their full name and address.An individual may speak only once during each Visitor/Citizen Forum or Public Hearing. Remarks must be addressed directly to Council and not to city staff,the audience,other speakers,or the media. I n accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act,the City Council and Mayor are not permitted to respond to comments.When speaking during a public hearing,speakers shall limit their remarks to those relevant to the pending agenda item. 3. If aspeaker is not present when their name is called,that person officially forfeits their opportunity to speak.Soeakers may not concede their allotted time to another person; the person whose name is written on the speaker sheet must bethe person who begins speaki ng,although they may be accompanied by others at the podi um,and may share the allotted three(3) minuteswith them. 4. Written materials presented during the Visitor/Citizen Forum must be provided to the Qty Secretary prior to the meeting,and will be distributed to the Council. For distribution of hard copies to Council, nine copies must be provided. Power Point presentations cannot be accommodated during Visitor/Citizen Forum. 5. Improper comments and disorderly conduct are not permitted. Persons appeari ng before the Council will not be allowed to: ■ Cam pai gn for pu bl i c offi ce ■ Promote private business ventures ■ Use profanity or vulgar language or gestures ■ Threaten violence toward Council,city staff,or members of the public ■ Engage in behavior that i ntimidates others ■ Interrupt other speakers or engage in behavior that disrupts the meeting ■ Attacks or defame individuals or groups 6. Any speaker who violates the rules will be called to order by the Mayor. If the improper remarks or conduct persists,the Mayor shal I order the i ndividual to cease speaki ng and be seated.If the order is not heeded,the Mayor,with the concurrence of the Qty Attorney,shall direct the Police Chief(or Police Chief's designee) to escort the individual from the meeting room. 7. The Mayor,with the concurrence of the Qty Attorney,may order the expulsion of any person for a serious violation of these rules,disruptive behavior,or any words or action that i ncite violence or disorder,subject to appeal to City Council.Any person so expelled shall not be readmitted for the remainder of the meeti ng from which expelled. REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS ( CONSENT AGENDA) 1. The required approval items may be used for eligible items and may include,but is not limited to,routine and non-controversial appropriations,grant applications,contracts, resolutions,ordinances,second readings,and the minutes. 2. After the required approval items are read by the Mayor,any item may be removed at the request of any Council member.Any item removed from this section of the agenda shall be added t o t he discussion items section for that same meeting.Those items not removed from the required approval items shall be acted upon by a single vote. DECISION ITEMS 1. General • Decision items shall typically be heard in the order in which they appear on the agenda. However,the Mayor may postpone or take agenda items out of sequence. • Staff or an appropriate designee wiII present to Cound1,after which Councilors may ask clarifying questions of staff if necessary.If a public hearing is scheduled,it will take place before a motion is on the floor. 2. Motionsand Debate ■ Asoutlined in Robert'sRulesof Order,Council may only discussan agendaitem after a motion is made, unless provided otherwise by the Mayor.Any member of the council making a motion shall address the Mayor,and wait for recognition before speaking.The person makingthemotion isentitled tofirst hold thefloor for debate. Discussion and debateshall belimitedtothemeritsoftheimmediatelypendingmotion. Nomember may speak asecond time on thesame motion if any other member who has not already spoken on themotion desires the floor.The Mayor must recognizeany member who seeks the floor.The Mayor shall state that a motion has been made and seconded before debate commences.The Mayor may not dose debate as long as any member who has not exhausted hisor her right to debate desires the floor,unless avoteto call the question passes.The Mayor shal I declare al votes.' ■ 1 n debate,speakers shat l be col legial i n thei r language,shat l avoid al reference to personalities,and shall never allude to the motives of Council members. No member shall interrupt another without the consent of the member who has the floor,except when makinga poi nt of order. 3. Voting ■ The Mayor shall call thequestion. If any member abstains from voting the reason for the abstention shall be included in the minutes of the meeting.The Mayor shall announcethat the motion is adopted or failed. RECESS 1. During regular meetings,the Mayor may call for a brief recess. OTHER 1. In the interests of efficient management,if Council members seek answers from city staff, they should generally attempt to do so through the Qty Manager.In any event,when asking questions of staff,Council members should advise Qty Manager of same. 2. Members of the City Council,including the Mayor,shall represent the official policiesor positions of the City Council to the best of their ability when designated as delegates for this purpose.When presentingtheir individual opinionsand positions,Council membersshall explicitly state they do not represent their body or the city, nor will they allow the inference that they do.No member of City Council may purport to speak on behalf of thecity on matters that have not been voted on by Council or that do not represent official city policy unless authorized by the Mayor. fiction does not apply to Work fissions. 3. Council members shall respect and adhere tot he counci I-manager structure of Ken nedale Qty government as outlined in the Ken nedale Home Rule Charter. In this structure,the Qty Council determines the policies of the city with the advice,information and analysis provided by city staff,boards and commissions,and the public.Council members shall not inter ferewith the ad mini strativefunctionsof the city or the professional duties of city staff; nor shall they impair theability of staff to implement Council policy decisions. MISCELLANEOUS 1. City Council meeti ngs shat l be governed accordi ng to Robert's Rules of Order,except where provided otherwise by the Texas Local Government Code,the Qty of Kennedale's Code of Ordinances,these City Council Meeting Procedures,or other proceduresor guidelines adopted by City Council. 2. No rule of procedure adopted by the City Council can be suspended,except by the consent of three(3) Council members.Suspension of the rules may be made by a motion. 3. Soecial meetings,work sessions and closed meetings may be held in addition to the scheduleof regular meetings.Soecial meeting notification requirements are governed by the Texas Local Government Code. 4. For special meetings,thepurposeand nature dictates whether publiccomment will be allowed.For example,publiccomment is not typically allowed at work sessions,while some meetings(likethe budget forum and Town Hall meetings) are held for theexpress purpose of hearingfrom membersof thepublic. If publiccomment isallowed at aspecial meeting, thesame public participation rules applicable to regular City Council meetingswill apply. 5. Personswith disabilitiesmay request reasonable accommodations by contacting theCity Secretary at 817-985-2104.We do ask that you please make these requests in advance. These rules are adopted by the Kennedale 0ty Council pursuant to the 0ty of Kennedale Home Rile Charter and supersede all prior rules or policies.These rules do not create substantive rights for third parties or participants in proceedings before City Council,and City Council reserves the right to suspend or amend the rules in any manner allowed by city code.The failure of City Council to strictly comply with these rules of public participation shall not invalidate any action of City Council. KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: WORK SESSION - C. I. Subject: Discussion of items on regular agenda II. Originated by: III. Summary: Discussion of items on regular agenda. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS -A. I. Subject: Updates from City Council II. Originated by: City Council, City Council III. Summary: Updates and information from Council members . IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: None VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS - B. I. Subject: Updates from the Mayor II. Originated by: III. Summary: Updates and information from the Mayor. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS - C. I. Subject: Updates from the City Manager II. Originated by: Bob Hart III. Summary: Updates and information from City Manager, if any. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: MONITORING INFORMATION -A. I. Subject: Monthly Financials- May 2016 II. Originated by: III. Summary: Overview of the City's revenues/expenditures for all funds compared to budget and previous year. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: F1---FM—ay 2016 Financials 016_05 Monthly Financials. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS ANNUAL PROGRAM OF SERVICES MONTHLY FINANCIALS Note: Property Taxes, Interest and Admin Charges to Funds have not been booked due to software issues that Tarrant County has in providing us reports for property taxes, CU RREN T LI N E I TBVI BUDGET OVERAGES FOR TH E CI TY CURRENT ACCOUNT NUMBER ACCOUNT NAME BUDGET BALANCE OVERAGE 01-5107-10-OC OVERTIME 80,000 112,692 32,692 01-5109-10-OC PARTIIME/TBVIFOPARY 10,000 50,857 40,857 01-5116-90-OC UNEM PLOW ENT I NSUPANCE 6,120 12,135 6,015 01-5240-02-OC PR NTED SU PR J ES 400 1,526 1,126 01-5240-03-OC PR NTED SU PR J ES 200 459 259 01-5240-10-OC PR NTED SU PR J ES 729 845 116 01-5260-17-OC GENERAL OFFI CE SUPR J ES 300 467 167 01-5430-10-OC M OTORVEHI CLE M AI NTENANCE 33,000 33,357 357 01-5430-12-01 M OTOR VEHI CLE M AI NTENANCE 1,190 1,796 606 01-5510-04-OC AS9DCIAlION DUEE�PUBLJCAIIONS 965 1,064 99 01-5510-10-OC AS9DCIAlION DUEE�R BLJCAIIONS 5,000 5,997 997 01-5510-12-01 AS9DCIAlION DUEE�PUBLJCAIIONS 1,400 1,621 221 01-5525-02-OC TRAI NI NG SBM I NABS 1,000 2,050 1,050 01-5525-17-OC TRAI NI NG SEM I NABS - 265 265 01-5540-90-OC I NSUPANCE AUTO 19,208 21,109 1,901 01-5570-01-OC SPECIAL 33W CES 8,500 11,328 2,828 01-5570-02-OC 3PEOIAL33WCES 4,788 6,250 1,462 01-5573-03-OC ELECTION 33W CEE 5,200 7,000 1,800 01-5578-07-01 TRAVB_ 1,612 2,384 772 01-5578-17-OC TRAVB_ 365 772 407 01-5590-09-01 WATER SEVVBR 313W CEE 1,800 2,506 706 01-5590-16-OC WATER SEVVBR 33W CEE 1,500 1,726 226 07-5510-01-OC AS9DCIAlI ON DU EE�R BLJ CAII ONS 5,073 6,592 1,519 07-5565-01-OC LEGAL 33W CES 2,500 6,100 3,600 10-5116-90-OC UNBVI PLOW ENT I NSURANCE 990 2,214 1,224 10-5260-01-02 GENERAL OFFI CE SUPR J ES 700 918 218 10-5409-01-02 WASTEWATER SYST RB MAINTENANCE 120,000 215,175 95,175 10-5450-01-02 RUM P/M OTOR M AI NTENANCE 28,000 44,479 16,479 10-5861-90-OC MOTORVEHICLEE 55,000 56,692 1,692 12-5430-02-OC M OTORVEHI CLE M AI NTENANCE - 550 550 15-5510-04-OC AS9DCIAlION DUESPUBLJCAIIONS 4,020 5,086 1,066 15-5570-01-OC 3PEOIAL33WCES 72,600 76,189 3,589 15-5580-01-OC ENGI NCI NG 1,000 7,150 6,150 15-5610-01-OC M SUAL GRANT - 4,843 4,843 15-5615-01-OC FUNCTIONALGRANT - 19,588 19,588 17-5230-12-02 CLEANINGSUPRJES 425 661 236 17-5240-12-02 PR NTED SUPR J ES 75 419 344 17-5260-12-02 GENERAL OFFI CE SUPR J ES 375 913 538 17-5280-12-02 M I NOR EOU I P/SM ALL TOOLS<5k 6,000 6,145 145 "EXEMPLIFYING EXCELLENCE" CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS ANNUAL PROGRAM OF SERVICES MONTHLY FINANCIALS 17-5403-12-02 BUILDING MAINTENANCE 5,000 12,932 7,932 17-5404-12-03 PAW MAINTENANCE 34,000 41,248 7,248 17-5570-12-02 3°EBIAL33WCES 7,800 11,344 3,544 17-5580-12-02 E NGI NE ER NG 6,000 56,350 50,350 TOTAL 532,835 853,794 320,959 OVERAGE OF THESE RUN DS 160.2% FUND 99 CASH BALANCES 1201 GENERAL FUND 1,646,042 1202 DEBT 33W CE 63,386 1204 CAPITAL PRO,I- ST OONSTRUCTION 75,265 1205 VEI-iICLEFUND (21,715) 1207 STORM DRA I NAGE UTI L ITY FUND 156,035 1210 WATERAND SEWER FUND (483,657) 1212 CCURTSECURITYFUND 9,691 1213 aP FUND- 199800 (177,121) 1214 PARK DEBI CATION FUND 171,996 1215 E30 DEV CORPORATION (39,413) 1216 03URT TECHNOLOGY FUND 9,156 1217 STREETS I M PROVEVI ENT FUNC 250,747 1218 ,JUVENI LE CASE MANAGER FUND 26,714 1221 KENNEBALETIFF#1 FUND 2 1231 POLICESEIZURE FUND 6,541 1232 U BRARY BUILDING FUND 11,784 1234 LEOSE FUND (32) 1241 DONATION FUND 45,547 1245 ROADWAY I M PACT FEE FUND 242,015 1261 WATER I M PACT FEE FUND 170,220 1262 SEINER I M PACT FEE FUND 64,804 1283 TREE REFORESTATION FUNC 67,851 1285 UNCLAIM ED PROPERTY FUND 1,990 1295 EBC RXEB ASST/RE.SB:?VE 120,056 "EXEMPLIFYING EXCELLENCE" CITY OF KENNEDALE,TEXAS ANNUAL PROGRAM OF SERVICES MONTHLY FINANCIALS FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY14-15 CY-PY %OF BUDGET BUDGET REVENUES YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING GENERAL FUND 4,454,960 6,023,006 6,091,420 218,183 4,729,915 436,952 77.6% 1,361,505 OTHER GENERAL FUNDS 892,811 1,437,430 1,263,636 38,832 572,220 28,617 45.3% 691,416 GENERAL FUND 5,347,770 7,460,436 7,355,056 257,015 5,302,135 465,568 72.17o 2,052,921 GENERAL DEBT SERVICE FUND 1,224,362 1,340,773 1,403,111 - 1,228,722 43,928 87.67o 174,389 WATER/SEWER FUND 1,821,711 3,460,517 5,672,328 417,060 2,418,016 2,185,873 42.6% 3,254,312 STORMWATER UTILITY FUND 121,864 200,108 247,825 19,137 155,003 (17,700) 62.5% 92,822 WATER IMPACT FUND 124,533 172,370 116,040 15,862 65,909 30 56.8% 50,131 SEWER IMPACT FUND 29,735 44,619 6,682 5,127 18,240 (1) 273.0% (11,558) WATER/SEWER FUND 2,097,842 3,877,614 6,042,875 457,187 2,657,167 2,168,203 44.07o 3,385,707 EDC4B FUNDS 320,901 650,469 912,036 47,134 306,804 10,331 33.67o 605,232 CAPITAL FUNDS 209,505 827,125 1,141,107 11,553 396,014 (107,523) 34.77o 745,093 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (3,076) 42,861 126,801 34,322 89,671 125,000 70.77o 37,130 TOTAL REVENUES $9,197,305 $14,199,278 $16,980,986 $ 807,210 $9,980,515 $2,705,508 58.87o 7,000,471 FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY14-15 CY-PY 76 OF BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDITURES YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING GENERAL FUND 3,598,970 5,688,346 6,198,118 414,137 3,865,754 372,294 62.4% 2,332,364 OTHER GENERAL FUNDS 710,700 1,127,260 1,322,814 160,397 972,655 24,818 73.5% 350,158 GENERAL FUND 4,309,670 6,815,606 7,520,932 574,534 4,838,409 397,112 62.4% 2,682,522 GENERAL DEBT SERVICE FUND 1,138,487 1,338,313 1,363,867 25,732 1,173,473 20,759 86.07o 190,394 WATER/SEWER FUND 2,626,412 4,063,998 6,093,227 144,370 2,523,847 1,032,548 41.4% 3,569,380 STORMWATER UTILITY FUND 291,026 111,696 264,273 16,613 59,469 (307,954) 22.5% 204,804 WATER IMPACT FUND - 174,916 171,200 - - (3,716) 0.0% 171,200 SEWER IMPACT FUND - 22,396 - - - (22,396) 0.0% - WATER/SEWER FUND 2,917,437 4,373,006 6,528,700 160,982 2,583,315 698,482 39.6% 3,945,385 EDC4B FUNDS 475,271 694,022 711,842 31,129 463,073 (24,127) 65.17o 248,770 CAPITAL FUNDS 266,607 795,765 1,283,626 149,223 528,333 (53,843) 41.2% 755,293 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - 48,852 126,800 18,858 88,446 (55,000) 69.8% 38,354 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $9,107,471 $14,065,564 $17,535,767 $ 960,458 $9,675,050 $ 983,384 55.2% 7,860,717 "EXEMPLIFYING EXCELLENCE" CITY OF KENNEDALE,TEXAS ANNUAL PROGRAM OF SERVICES MONTHLY FINANCIALS FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY15-16 CY- PY OF BUDGET BUDGET GENERAL FUND YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING CITY MANAGER 166,190 275,390 293,578 23,105 189,205 11,658 64.4% 104,372 MAYOR/CITY COUNCIL 34,749 77,128 88,576 13,000 60,763 (5,530) 68.6% 27,813 CITY SECRETARY 65,519 124,118 135,923 8,180 85,437 (12,421) 62.9% 50,486 MUNICIPAL COURT 80,508 129,204 157,745 19,045 68,763 18,928 43.6% 88,982 HUMAN RESOURCES 73,305 112,330 124,565 8,744 78,350 6,723 62.9% 46,215 FINANCE 235,466 348,750 323,931 18,851 229,557 (96,469) 70.9% 94,374 POLICE 1,276,886 2,033,489 2,245,833 137,605 1,387,933 193,639 61.8% 857,900 FIRE 1,085,038 1,627,526 1,728,014 113,454 1,099,088 79,246 63.6% 628,926 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 198,421 347,889 439,480 34,614 246,183 57,053 56.0% 193,296 SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER 26,872 50,569 54,077 5,888 30,021 (32) 55.5% 24,056 LIBRARY 134,492 217,519 239,080 18,450 157,626 9,990 65.9% 81,453 NONDEPARTMENTAL 221,524 344,434 367,317 13,202 232,825 109,510 63.4% 134,492 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $3,598,970 $5,688,346 $ 6,198,118 $ 414,137 $3,865,754 $ 372,294 62.47. $2,332,364 FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY15-16 CY- PY ?r.OF BUDGET BUDGET WATER/SEWER FUND YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING UTILITY BILLING 669,938 1,326,837 1,360,981 31,322 610,799 14,824 44.9% 750,182 WATER OPERATIONS 1,016,572 1,122,780 3,156,143 111,324 936,344 1,374,731 29.7% 2,219,799 DEBT 443,926 186,691 505,472 - 450,087 1,372 89.0% 55,385 NONDEPARTMENTAL 495,976 1,427,690 1,070,631 1,724 526,617 (358,379) 49.2% 544,014 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $2,626,412 $4,063,998 $ 6,093,227 $ 144,370 $2,523,847 $1,032,548 41.4% $3,569,380 FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY15-16 CY- PY ?r.OF BUDGET BUDGET STREET IMPROVEMENT FUND YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING STREETS 417,566 704,161 1,042,537 155,192 792,191 213,861 76.0% 250,346 PARKS MAINTENANCE 55,549 118,624 84,000 5,011 71,647 7,000 85.3% 12,353 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 473,114 $ 822,784 $ 1,126,537 $ 160,203 $ 863,838 $ 220,861 76.7% $ 262,700 FY14-15 FY14-15 FY15-16 CURRENT FY15-16 CY- PY %.OF BUDGET BUDGET EDC411 FUNDS YTD ACTUAL ADOPTED MONTH YTD CHANGE USED REMAINING ADMINISTRATION 128,235 241,795 176,466 39,818 139,785 (85,995) 79.2% 36,681 DEBT SERVICE 309,773 323,315 319,893 - 300,401 (3,475) 93.9% 19,491 TOWN SHOPPING CENTER 37,264 66,816 50,484 616 28,578 - 56.6% 21,906 TOWN CENTER REDEVELOPME - - 90,000 - - 90,000 0.0% 90,000 TX LEVERAGE - 101,192 50,000 - 18,739 (60,000) 37.5% 31,261 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 475,271 $ 733,118 $ 686,842 $ 40,434 $ 487,503 $ (59,471) 71.0% $ 199,339 "EXEMPLIFYING EXCELLENCE" KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: MONITORING INFORMATION - B. I. Subject: Executive Limitations II. Originated by: III. Summary: Reports are attached for review. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Executive Limitations lExecutive Limitations 06.2016.docx 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 POLI CY TYPE: EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS POLICY TITLE: GLOBAL EXECUTIVE CONSTRAINT The City Manager shall not cause or allow any organizational practice, activity, decision, or circumstance that is either unlawful, imprudent, or in violation of commonly accepted business and professional ethics The utility system remains in a deficit financial position. The recent rate i ncrease wi I I bring the system back i nto compl i ance wi th the f i scal pol i ci es i n 2'/2 years. Other operations ae in compliance with the global constraint pol icy. POL ICY TYPE: EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS POLICY TITLE: TREATM ENT OF CUSTOM ERS OF CITY SERVICES With respect to interactions with customers, the City Manager shall not cause or allow conditions, procedures,or decisions that are unsafe, untimely, undignified, or unnecessarily i ntrusi ve. The City Manager wi I I not: 1. Elicit informationfor which there is no dear necessity. 2. Use methods of col I ecti ng, revi ewi ng, transmi tti ng, or stori ng customer i nformati on that fai I to protect agai nst i mproper access to the materi al 3. Operate faci I i ti es wi thout appropri ate accessi bi I i ty and pri vacy. 4. Operate without establishing with customers a dear understanding of what may be expected and what may not be expected from the servi ce off ered. 5. Operate wi thout i nformi ng customers of thi s pol i cy or provi di ng a way to be heard for persons who beli eve that they have not been accorded a reasonabl e i nterpretati on of their rights under this pol i cy. Cyber security issues area major concern in compliance with point 2. The ci ty backs up files on a dai I y basis to avoid more common hacking attempts. Limitations have been placed on what websi tes can be accessed. Both the ci ty manager and IT analyst are members of I of raGard to better understand the risks involved. POL ICY TYPE: EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS POLICY TITLE: TREATM ENT OF STAFF With respect to the treatment of paid and volunteer staff, the City Manager shall not cause or allow conditions that are unfair, undignified, disorganized, or unclear. The Ci ty M anager wi I I not 1. Operate without written personnel rules that (a) clarify rules for stair, (b) provide for effective handling of grievances,and (c) protect against wrongful conditions, such as nepotism and grossly preferential treatment for personal reasons. 2. Retal i ate agai nst any staff member for non-disruptive expressi on of dissent. 3. Allow staff to beunaware of City Manager's interpretations of their protections under this pol icy. 4. Allow staff to be unprepared to deal with emergency situations. The ci ty mai ntai ns current personnel pol i cy and on entati on handbook. Ci ty operations are i n compliance with thetreatment of staff pol i cy. Kel I y Cooper works wel I wi th staff to ensure pol i ces are fol I owed. Stsaff recently completed supervisory and leadership training. Succession planning is underway for public works, f i re, and pol i ce. POLICY TYPE: EXECUTIVE LIMITATIONS POLICYTITLE: EMERGENCY CITY MANAGERSUCCESSION In order to protect the Council from sudden loss of the City Manager Services, the City Manager shall not permit there to be less than one other person familiar enough with Council and City Manager issues and procedures to be able to maintain organization services Kelly Cooper isthe most informed of staff members. Ram Robertsiswaik rig closely with meonVillageCrelc andtheslvageyads Thedepartment heads collectively are aware of on-goi ng acti vi ti esand projects, and I have been more attenti ve to thi s i n staff meeti ngs. K rystal Crump i s provi di ng excel I ent support insofar as city finances are concerned. Jack Thompson (EDC& Chamber) is fami liar with the bud ness devel opment acti vi ti es. KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: MONITORING INFORMATION - C. I. Subject: Ends Review- Balanced Scorecard II. Originated by: III. Summary: Reports are attached for review. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Balanced Scorecard - May Balanced Scorecard. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 LLI LD W � N z CC� Of w C / C tat '� � � a� a� ° a z +' c c > O > L w c • m � w L J L J O M i Lf) fo U (A � (n 0 ~ a Lu F- LL cl� C i 0 • u • z 0 Y Q O • a co z cn z 66 c +' CL L N w ro c N • 2 ro ~ cvn w • X co w4—, • ri LL _ H • Q N L L N C "a a1 : U ; H U In CL co . � Q aL o LL LLCL . cnV w0 LLoY O Ou CL • u 11 Q • • LU N M X LU W w Lu OW4 > z Lri � w ca a� � +�+ V E O N - U V u U LU ro = N - r6 m + m e m m w '� Na Nm w � �w © Ln � z �. • • • • KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) -A. I. Subject: Consider approval of minutes from May 14, 2016 budget planning workshop II. Originated by: III. Summary: Please see the attached minutes for your approval. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: F1--FC—ity Council Budget Planning Workshop Minutes - May 14, 2016 5-14-16 Budget Workshop.pdf 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 )c KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES PLANNING WORKSHOP May 14, 2016 8:00 AM KENNEDALE CHAMBER BUILDING 205 West Kennedale Parkway I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 8:17 a.m II. ROLL CALL Present: Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson , Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington, Charles Overstreet, Michael Walker Staff Present: Bob Hart, Facilitator Mike Conduff III. WORK SESSION A. Discussion on Governance Practices City Council discussed the current governance policies. B. Discussion to set priorities for FY 2016-17 Annual Operating Plan City Council and staff discussed and set priorities for the upcoming FY 2016-17 annual operating budget. IV. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 2:06 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Brian Johnson, Mayor Leslie Galloway, City Secretary 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) - B. I. Subject: Consider approval of minutes from May 16, 2016 Election Business meeting II. Originated by: III. Summary: Please see the attached minutes for your approval. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: F1--FC—ity Council Election Business Meeting Minutes - May 16, 2016 5-16-16 Election. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 )c KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES ELECTION BUSINESS May 16, 2016 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE SPECIAL SESSION - 5:15 PM I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:21 p.m. Present: Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson , Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington, Charles Overstreet Absent: Michael Walker II. ELECTION BUSINESS A. Oath of Office for Brian Johnson, Mayor, 2016-2018 term B. Oath of Office for Liz Carrington, City Council Place 2, 2016-2018 term C. Oath of Office for Kelly Turner, City Council Place 4, 2016-2018 term On March 21, 2016 Council approved the Certification of Unopposed Candidates for the May 7, 2016 general election; therefore, declaring candidates elected. City Secretary Leslie Galloway administered the Oath of Office to: Mayor, Brian Johnson Place 2 Councilwoman, Liz Carrington Place 4 Councilman, M. Kelly Turner All documentation was signed, attested and notarized. III. ADJOURNMENT Motion To adjourn the May 16, 2016 special meeting. Action Adjourn, Moved By Kelly Turner, Seconded By Frank Fernandez. Motion passed Unanimously The meeting was adjourned at 5:28 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Brian Johnson, Mayor Leslie Galloway, City Secretary 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) - C. I. Subject: Consider approval of minutes from May 16, 2016 regular meeting II. Originated by: III. Summary: Please see the attached minutes for your approval. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: Fl----Fc—itY Council Meeting Minutes - May 16, 2016 5-16-16. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 )c KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING May 16, 2016 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 405 MUNICIPAL DRIVE WORK SESSION - 5:30 PM REGULAR SESSION - 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. II. WORK SESSION *NOTE: Pursuant to Section 551.071, Texas Government Code, the City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the work session or the regular session to discuss posted executive session items or to seek legal advice from the City Attorney on any item posted on the agenda. A. Joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Board and Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss proposed Parks Master Plan A joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Board, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council was held to discuss the purposed Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. Members present: Azam Shiakh, Jeff Nevarez, Dylan Black, David Deaver, Mike Walker, Kelly Turner, Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson, Charles Overstreet, Carolyn Williamson, Ernest Harvey, Stephen Brim, Harry Browne, Liz Carrington, and Jeff Whitaker. Street Superintendent Larry Hoover provided a presentation of the purposed Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. The group collectively discussed the plan recommendations, providing input concerning amenities and community needs; funding and grant opportunities, and possibly getting feedback from a younger group, such as the Youth Advisory Council (YAC). City Manager Bob Hart stated that City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approval of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan at the next City Council meeting scheduled for June 27. B. Discussion of items on regular agenda No items were discussed at this time. III. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Johnson recessed into executive session at 6:38 p.m. 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 A. The City Council may meet in closed session at any time during the work session or the regular 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 on any item posted on the agenda. 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. 108 New Hope Road 2. 6900 Kennedale Parkway 3. 6727 Hudson Village Creek IV. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION, AND TAKE ACTION NECESSARY PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION, IF NEEDED Mayor Johnson reconvened into open session at 6:45 p.m. No action required. V. REGULAR SESSION Mayor Johnson opened the regular session at 7:00 p.m. VI. ROLL CALL Present: Frank Fernandez, Brian Johnson , Kelly Turner, Liz Carrington, Charles Overstreet, Michael Walker Absent: None VII. INVOCATION Invocation provided by Greg Adams VIII. UNITED STATES PLEDGE AND TEXAS PLEDGE "Honor the Texas Flag; I Pledge Allegiance to Thee, Texas, One State under God; One and Indivisible." IX. PRESENTATIONS A. Proclamation presentation in recognition of the Kennedale High School Lady Kats Soccer Team B. Proclamation presentation in recognition of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month C. Presentation of certificates of appreciation to the 2015-2016 Youth Advisory Council Mayor Pro-Tem Kelly Turner read aloud a proclamation presented to the Kennedale High School Lady Kats Soccer Team in recognition of the Team's Class 4A State Champion Title for the second year in a row. Mayor Johnson presented each player a proclamation certificate. Councilman Walker added that out of the 24 all-district players, 21 were from Kennedale; and 3 Page 2of7 team members made the all-star team. Mayor Johnson read aloud a proclamation in recognition of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and presented it to the represented group. Mayor Johnson read aloud a proclamation in recognition of Gun Violence Awareness Day and presented it to CREDO representative Sandy Mata. Mayor Johnson and Mayor Pro-Tem Turner recognized members of the 2015-2016 Youth Advisory Council for their service and presented each member with certificates of appreciation. X. 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. Mayor Johnson opened the Citizens Forum and requested that everyone stay on topic and be as brief as possible, due to the number of people signed up to speak. Vinita Thomas, 412 W 3rd Street, spoke in opposition of the water rate increase. She reviewed the cost of her water consumption verses the actual total cost of her latest water bill. She stated that at last month's meeting there was no mention of repairing the infrastructure in Old Town; adding that renaming the area does not fix the problems that exist. She reference a standing water/drainage issue next to her property that she has complained about for years, noting that she feels Council does not represent all areas of the city. Jeremy Serrado, 517 Corry A. Edwards Drive, spoke in opposition of the water rate increase. He stated that he was here to add another voice to the concerns over the water rate increase. He added that he has a family of five and makes $11.50 a hour; noting that the water increase has placed a hardship on his family. He requested that if there is anything that Council can do to help; please do so. Sandy Mata, 1209 Vera Lane, spoke in opposition of the water rate increase. She stated that her water bill was much higher than her electric bill. She added that she lives by herself and her base rate is the same as that of a family; she stated that she does not understand the structuring. She encouraged Council to revisit the structure of the increase and to come up with a better way. Gail Uranga, 904 Bell Oak Drive, spoke in opposition of the water rate increase. She respectfully requests that City Council reconsider the new water rates; stating that the base rate increase is unreasonable. She said that they moved to Kennedale because it was a retiree-friendly, growing community. She added that when their property taxes went up this year, she learned that Kennedale is one of 15 cities in the metroplex that does not offer a tax ceiling for residents over 65; she also requested that Council look at the over 65 tax exemption to provide some relief to its seniors. John Hivale, 418 Coker Valley Drive, spoke in opposition of the water rate increase. He stated that he would like to pose several questions to Council. 1. Why were there no town hall meetings advertised to discuss the water rate increase? 2. It is his understanding that six residents were on the Committee that decided to raise the rates. When this was being discussed, did the Committee question what pain and hurt this increase will cause residents? 3. Why do I have to be pitted against the Council as a resident? We're all in this together. Continuing, he stated that he considers this decision to be inconsiderate, irresponsible, and reckless because no protocol was Page 3of7 followed. 4. He stated that he went to the city and pursued the point of how to get on the agenda and requested the material that was given to the six people on the water committee; and how they came up with the numbers? He was told to get the information that he needed, he had to fill out a Public Information Request; which he did. Additionally, he added that someone said that he did not fill out the details needed to get on the agenda. He was later told to get with the Mayor. He noted that the proclamation about gun violence wasn't on the agenda, but she spoke; so he questioned why he could not get on the agenda to speak. In closing, he stated that this should have been publicized because it affects 7,000 residents; and it should have been publicized more than events are. He stated that he still doesn't know what the processes are; he has no data and has requested such. He feels there is a better plan; and that the increases could have been tiered or staggered. XI. 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 from City Council Liz Carrington stated that UTA did a great presentation on the north end of town near Village Creek. She added that they did the study for free which saved the city around $500,000 and would like to see more citizen engagement on these projects. Kelly Turner provided citizens in attendance an overview of the form of governance that is practiced in Kennedale, noting that when residents come to them with a problem, they take that information back to the City Manager. He added that Council does not go around city management when it's under staff purview; therefore, if you have been contacted by city staff, that's how we reach out. Council Turner listed all the ways that staff puts out information. He continued with his activities; stating that he attended the Emergency Preparedness Planning Committee and the Regional Emergency Planning Advisory Committee meetings. He noted that later this year, they will spend $800,000 for scenarios to prepare the Metroplex for disasters, which is funded through a grant by the state. Additionally, they received around $1 million to go to organizations that put facilities and equipment in place to prepare for tornadoes. Frank Fernandez stated that by law they cannot answer during the Citizens Forum. However, he assured the citizens that he was always open to talking with them. He added that the biggest problem Council faces is how to get the word out on what is going on in the city. He noted that at 90 percent of the Council meetings, it is only council and staff in attendance; he encouraged people to come out and get involved. B. Updates from the Mayor Mayor Johnson stated that he attended three transportation meetings this past week. One with Arlington concerning the bridge on Sublett Road; one regarding the 1-20/820 interchange, which is a $1.4 billion project; and one with UTA concerning the master plan for Village Creek. He also reminded citizens that most of these meetings are opened to the public and encouraged them to attend and provide impute for these very important projects. C. Updates from the City Manager 1. Bilingual Book Grant - Amanda King 2. Dollar General Summer Reading Grant 3. Firefighter Safety Grant Page 4of7 City Manager Bob Hart stated that Library staff was notified that they received two grants. One from the Bilingual Book Grant program and the other, from Dollar General for the Summer Reading Program. He added that the Fire Department received a $10,000 grant for Firefighter Safety. Bob reminded everyone that the June Council Meeting was moved to June 27. XII. MONITORING INFORMATION A. Monthly Financials - April 2016 B. Executive Limitations C. Ends Review - Balanced Scorecard Monitoring information updates are in the agenda packet for review. XIII. INCIDENTAL ITEMS XIV. REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) All matters listed under incidental items (consent) 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 April 18, 2016 meeting B. Consider approval of tax collection contract with Tarrant County C. Consider adopting Resolution 484, amending authorized representatives of TEXPOOL local government investment pool D. Consider adopting Resolution 485, amending authorized representatives of Texas short term asset reserve program (TEXSTAR) local government investment pool E. Consider adopting Resolution 486, amending authorized representatives of Texas Term/Texas Daily local government investment pool F. Consider approval of a seizure fund expenditure. G. Consider ratifying an agreement with Kennedale Seniors, LTD to dedicate public right-of- way through Sonora Park H. Consider approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County for the construction of Link Street Motion To approve all required approval Items on (Consent) agenda. Action Approve, Moved By Kelly Turner, Seconded By Frank Fernandez. Motion passed Unanimously XV. DECISION ITEMS Page 5of7 A. Consider approval of Resolution 487 adopting an order canvassing the results of the May 7, 2016 charter election and declaring the adoption of charter amendments Communications Coordinator and City Secretary, Leslie Galloway read aloud the official election return, noting that the incumbents were filed as unopposed and are hereby considered re- elected to office. She continued, stating that seven purposed amendments to the City of Kennedale's Home Rule Charter appeared on the May 7, 2016 Special Election ballot. She read aloud the certified cumulative returns for the election canvass. In closing, she stated that by making a motion to approve Resolution 487, Council is acknowledging the receipt of the certification of official election returns and approving their recording in the City's election register. Mayor Johnson noted that 152 people voted at the Charter Amendment Election; which was only 3 percent of the eligible voters. He encouraged people to get out and vote. Motion To approve Resolution 487 declaring the Special Election for Charter Amendments adopted. Action Approve, Moved By Charles Overstreet, Seconded By Michael Walker. Motion passed Unanimously B. Consider approval of Ordinance 593 approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corporation City Manager Bob Hart stated that the City of Kennedale, along with many other cities throughout the state participate in the Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC). They are negotiating the requested rate increase by Atmos Energy Corporation. To be eligible for the negotiated rate, cities are required to adopt an Ordinance approving the lower negotiated rate. Councilman Turner questioned if this secures the lower rate for the City of Kennedale; Bob Hart stated it did. Motion To approve Ordinance 593 approving the settlement with Atmos Energy Corporation. Action Approve, Moved By Frank Fernandez, Seconded By Michael Walker. Motion passed Unanimously C. Interview (to be held in Jury Room) for potential candidate for Place 3 vacancy on the Library Advisory Board City Council interviewed Stan Seat for the Place 3 vacancy on the Library Advisory Board. D. Interviews (to be held in Jury Room) for Youth Advisory Council candidates City Council interviewed returning members Carson Ham, Lexi Neifert, Katie Randolph; and new applicants Kendall Barnes, Leanne Blind, Andrew Flanagan, Luke Michener, Sydney Michener, Leland Murphy, Tiffany Pavey, Haley Smith, and Claudia Vilchez for the 2016-17 Youth Advisory Council. E. City Council to make appointments (to be held in Council Chambers) to the 2016-17 Youth Advisory Council and Place 3 to the Library Advisory Board Page 6of7 Motion To appoint returning members Carson Ham, Lexi Neifert, Katie Randolph; and new members Kendall Barnes, Leanne Blind, Andrew Flanagan, Luke Michener, Sydney Michener, Leland Murphy, Tiffany Pavey, Haley Smith, and Claudia Vilchez to the 2016-17 Youth Advisory Council. Action Approve, Moved By Kelly Turner, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion passed Unanimously Motion To appoint Stan Seat to Place 3 on the Library Advisory Board. Action Approve, Moved By Kelly Turner, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion passed Unanimously XVI. ADJOURNMENT Motion To adjourn. Action Adjourn, Moved By Kelly Turner, Seconded By Liz Carrington. Motion passed Unanimously The meeting was adjourned at 9:34 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Brian Johnson, Mayor Leslie Galloway, City Secretary Page 7of7 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: REQUIRED APPROVAL ITEMS (CONSENT) - D. I. Subject: Consider approval of the NCTCOG share purchasing co-op II. Originated by: III. Summary: NCTCOG has created a purchasing co-op that will provide opportunities to use their contracts to obtain better pricing on contracts they bid out. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. INCTCOG Interlocal Agreement for North Texas Share INCTCOG Interlocal A reement SHARE. d 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 North 0 Texas SHARE For NCTCOG Use Only ILA No: Your Public Sector Solutions Center MASTER INTERLOCAL PURCHASING AGREEMENT THIS MASTER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT ("ILA"), made and entered into pursuant to the Texas Interlocal Cooperation Act, Chapter 791, Texas Government Code(the"Act"),by and between the North Central Texas Council of Governments, hereinafter referred to as "NCTCOG," having its principal place of business at 616 Six Flags Drive, Arlington, TX 76011, and Dia pgLf oof ebrh . a local government, a state agency, or a non-profit corporation created and operated to provide one or more governmental functions and services,hereinafter referred to as"Participant,"having its principal place of business at 516 NvojdjgbrrEg Lf oof ebrh-OF ybt 87171 WHEREAS, NCTCOG is a regional planning commission and political subdivision of the State of Texas operating under Chapter 391, Texas Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act, NCTCOG is authorized to contract with eligible entities to perform governmental functions and services, including the purchase of goods and services; and WHEREAS, in reliance on such authority, NCTCOG has instituted a cooperative purchasing program under which it contracts with eligible entities under the Act; and WHEREAS, Participant has represented that it is an eligible entity under the Act, that it is authorized to enter into this Agreement on 17B8B127 (Date), and that it desires to contract with NCTCOG on the terms set forth below; NOW,THEREFORE, NCTCOG and the Participant do hereby agree as follows: ARTICLE 1: LEGAL AUTHORITY The Participant represents and warrants to NCTCOG that (1) it is eligible to contract with NCTCOG under the Act for the purposes recited herein because it is one of the following: a local government, as defined in the Act (a county, a municipality, a special district, or other political subdivision of the State of Texas or any other state, or a combination of two or more of those entities, a state agency (an agency of the State of Texas as defined in Section 771.002 of the Texas Government Code, or a similar agency of another state), or a non-profit corporation created and operated to provide one or more governmental functions and services, and (2) it possesses adequate legal authority to enter into this Agreement. ARTICLE 2: SCOPE OF SERVICES The Participant appoints NCTCOG its true and lawful purchasing agent for the purchase of certain products and services ("Products" or "Services") through the North Texas SHARE program. Participant will access the Program through www.NorthTexasSHAR-E.org. All purchases under this Agreement shall comply with applicable Texas competitive bidding statutes as well as the specifications, contract terms and pricing applicable to such purchases. NCTCOG may also serve as a coordinating agent to administer the use of eligible Participant contracts to other participants of North Texas SHARE. The eligibility of such contracts will be determined by incorporation of coordinating agent authorization in Participant's solicitation documents. Title to all products purchased under the North Texas SHARE program shall be held by Participant unless otherwise agreed. Nothing in this Agreement shall preclude the Participant from purchasing Products and/or Services offered in the North Texas SHARE program directly from the vendor/supplier. North 0 Texas SHARE For NCTCOG Use Only ILA No: Your Public Sector Solutions Center ARTICLE 3: PAYMENTS Upon delivery of goods or services purchased and presentation of a properly documented invoice, the Participant shall promptly, and in any case within thirty(30)days,pay the contracted provider the full amount of the invoice. All payments for goods or services will be made from current revenues available to the paying party. In no event shall NCTCOG have any financial liability to the Participant for any goods or services Participant purchases through the North Texas SHARE program. ARTICLE 4: PERFORMANCE PERIOD This Agreement shall be effective when signed by the last party whose signing makes the Agreement fully executed and will remain in full force and effect for one (1) year. This Agreement shall automatically renew for successive one-year terms unless sooner terminated in accordance with Article 6 below. Any modification of this Agreement must comply with the requirements of Article 5 below. ARTICLE 5: CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS This Agreement may be amended only by a written amendment executed by both parties, except that any alternations, additions, or deletions to the terms of this Agreement which are required by changes in Federal and State law or regulations are automatically incorporated into this Agreement without written amendment hereto and shall become effective on the date designated by such law or regulation. NCTCOG reserves the right from time to time to make changes in the scope of products and services offered through the North Texas SHARE program. ARTICLE 6: TERMINATION PROCEDURES NCTCOG or the Participant may cancel this Agreement for any reason and at any time upon thirty (30) days written notice by certified mail to the other party to this Agreement. The obligation of the Participant to pay for any Service and/or Products purchased under this Agreement, shall survive such cancellation, as well as any other Participant costs incurred prior to the effective date of the cancellation. ARTICLE 7: APPLICABLE LAWS NCTCOG and the Participant agree to conduct all activities under this Agreement in accordance with all applicable rules,regulations, and ordinances and laws in effect or promulgated during the term of this Agreement. ARTICLE 8: DISPUTE RESOLUTION The parties to this Agreement agree to the extent possible and not in contravention of any applicable state or federal law or procedure established for dispute resolution, to attempt to resolve any dispute between them regarding this Agreement informally through voluntary mediation, arbitration or any other local dispute mediation process before resorting to litigation. ARTICLE 9: MISCELLANEOUS a. This Agreement has been made under and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Venue and jurisdiction of any suit or cause of action arising under, or in connection with, this Agreement shall lie exclusively in Tarrant County, Texas. b. The persons executing this Agreement hereby represent that they have authorization to sign on behalf of their respective entities. C. This Agreement and the rights and obligations contained herein may not be assigned by either party without the prior written approval of the other party to this Agreement. North 0 Texas SHARE For NCTCOG Use Only ILA No: Your Public Sector Solutions Center d. All parties agree that should any provision of this Agreement be determined to be invalid or unenforceable, such determination shall not affect any other term of this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect. e. To the extent that either party to this Agreement shall be wholly or partially prevented from the performance within the term specified of any obligation or duty placed on such party by reason of or through strikes, stoppage of labor, riot, fire, flood, acts of war, insurrection, accident, order of any court, act of God, or specific cause reasonably beyond the party's control and not attributable to its neglect or nonfeasance, in such event, the time for the performance of such obligation or duty shall be suspended until such disability to perform is removed; provided, however, force majeure shall not excuse an obligation solely to pay funds. f. This Agreement and any attachments/addendums, as provided herein, constitute the complete agreement between the parties hereto, and supersede any and all oral and written agreements between the parties relating to matters herein. THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN EXECUTED IN TWO ORIGINALS BY THE PARTIES HERETO AS FOLLOWS: North Central Texas Council of Governments Djtz pgLf oof ebrh North Texas SHARE Name of Participant Agency 616 Six Flags Drive,Arlington,Texas 76011 516 N voj dj q brrE I\Af NCTCOG Executive Director or Designee Mailing Address Lf oof ebrfi L f ybt 87171 Signature of Executive Director or Designee City State Zip Date Name and Title of Authorized Official or Designee Signature Date KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: DECISION ITEMS-A. I. Subject: Selection of a Mayor Pro-Tem II. Originated by: Kathy Moore, Deputy City Secretary III. Summary: At this time the Council will appoint a member to serve as Mayor Pro-Tem. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 KENNEDALE Planning and Zoning Commission WWW.Cityofkennedale.com STAFF REPORT TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: DECISION ITEMS - B. I. Subject: CASE # PZ 16-06 Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 598 approval regarding a request by CHC Development for an amendment to the concept plan for the Swiney Estates Planned Development District. The Swiney Estates Planned Development District is generally located west of Bowman Springs Rd, south of Bolen Rd, east of a tributary of Village Creek, and north of Pennsylvania Ave. 1. Staff presentation 2. Applicant presentation 3. Public hearing 4. Applicant response 5. Staff response and summary 6. Action by the City Council II. Originated by: Rachel Roberts, City Planner III. Summary: Request: amend concept plan for the Swiney Estates planned development district Applicant: CHC Development Location of Planned Development District: Bowman Springs Rd near Winding Creek subdivision and Southwest Nature Preserve Staff recommendation: approve Planning &Zoning Commission recommendation: approve Background and overview. The city approved the Swiney Estates planned development district in January. Since that time, CHC Development has been working on preliminary engineering and site design as part of preparing an application for a preliminary plat. During the engineering process, the CHC team discovered it would be possible to move the entrance from the east side of the project to the south side. This would allow for a gentler grade for the roads and would also allow for lower retaining walls between lots. The new concept plan would require the public entry road to cross (future) city property. The future city property is not proposed to be rezoned to be included in the PD, but it would be included in the platting process. Staff review. The proposed new concept plan is preferred by city staff. It allows for a more generous open space buffer along the perimeter of the neighborhood and also allows for shorter retaining walls on the individual lots and fewer retaining walls over all. These retaining walls will be the responsibility of each home owner to maintain, and lower walls will be easier for the home owners to keep in good repair. In addition, the road profiles on the lower grade would also allow for a more consistent utility line installation. The proposed concept plan does not conflict with the comprehensive land use plan and meets the lot requirements of the planned development district ordinance. The proposed new street would line up with existing Pennsylvania Avenue; the streets department has no concerns about this new alignment. Staff recommendation. Staff recommends approval. Staff received one phone call from a neighboring property owner who had questions about the request, but the property owner did not express an opinion either for or against the request. Action by the Planning &Zoning Commission. After holding a public hearing (no one from the public attended), the Planning &Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval. IV. Notification: V. Fiscal Impact Summary: VI. Legal Impact: VII. Recommendation: Approve VIII. Alternative Actions: IX. Attachments: 1. 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O_ V p a S ox r � a aJw x o a �. a 0 11O&r o° � a _0 mro 1\ I Q mU me3 xN 0 0 °� .�� N K to j ❑ LL aW ¢Nadi y / Ka zWd F dZ �v�ir�o — 0< o z p � O p O� o �¢ rw aLL / 00 N r/ P sioi sc inonvi zzrtoru Hr3 sw,s,oz�tia,Px3 zed P-pan c,nos,oa�siPw''3�,�o�ez RawMS,o wz��aor�:i uu�v�rva so.s�yso/e wa ORDINANCE NO 598 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 17 OF THE KENNEDALE CITY CODE (1991), AS AMENDED, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS BY AMENDING ORINANCE 587 ESTABLISHING THE SWINEY ESTATES PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BY AMENDING THE CONCEPT PLAN; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS HEREOF; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5, of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 211 of the Local Government Code, the City has adopted a comprehensive zoning ordinance and map regulating the location and use of buildings, other structures and land for business, industrial, residential or other purposes, for the purpose of promoting the public health, safety, morals and general welfare, all in accordance with a comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, a change in the zoning classification of the property described below was approved by Ordinance 587 on January 18, 2016, which established the Swiney Estates Planned Development District; and WHEREAS, a concept plan was approved as an Exhibit to Ordinance 587, and that concept plan is no longer feasible or practicable due to site topography, the location and size of floodplain on the property, and other existing development constraints, and CHC Development has requested a revised concept plan be approved to address those constraints; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Kennedale, Texas held a public hearing on May 19, 2016, and the City Council of the City of Kennedale, Texas held a public hearing on June 27, 2016, with respect to the amendments described herein; and Whereas, the City has complied with all requirements of Chapter 211 of the Local Government Code, Section 17-429 of the Zoning Ordinance, and all other laws dealing with notice, publication, and procedural requirements for the approval of amending the Schedule of Uses under Section 17-421 of the Kennedale City Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, THAT: SECTION 1. The Swiney Estates Planned Development District concept plan is hereby amended as follows.. See Exhibit "A". SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances and of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Kennedale, Texas (1991), as amended, except when the provisions of this Ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances and such code, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances and such code are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clause, and phrases of this Ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this Ordinance of any such unconstitutional section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase. SECTION 4. Any person, firm, or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be fined not more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00). Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense. SECTION 5. All rights and remedies of the City of Kennedale are expressly saved as to any and all violations of the provisions of any ordinances governing zoning that have accrued at the time of the effective date of this Ordinance; and, as to such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both civil and criminal, whether pending in court or not, under such ordinances, same shall not be affected by this Ordinance but may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts. SECTION 6. The City Secretary of the City of Kennedale is hereby directed to publish in the official newspaper of the City of Kennedale the caption, Section 1 , the penalty clause, the publication clause, and the effective date clause of this ordinance as provided by Section 3.10 of the Charter of the City of Kennedale. SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after the date of its passage and publication as required by law, and it is so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 27" DAY OF JUNE 2016. BRIAN JOHNSON, MAYOR ATTEST: LESLIE GALLOWAY, CITY SECRETARY EFFECTIVE: APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: WAYNE OLSON, CITY ATTORNEY KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: DECISION ITEMS- C. I. Subject: Public Hearing and consider approval of Ordinance 601 adopting the Kennedale 2016-2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan 1. Staff Presentation 2. Public Hearing 3. Staff response and summary 4. Action by Council II. Originated by: III. Summary: Larry Hoover, Streets/Parks Superintendent will provide a power point presentation to review the proposed Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan prepared by the UTA Graduate Planning Class. The Parks and Recreation Board and the Youth Advisory Board have both reviewed and approved the Master Plan. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Kennedale Parks-Rec Presentation LG Presentation 2016.pdf 2. Ordinance 601 Ordinance 601.docx 3. Exhibit"A"- Parks, Recreation and Open Space Kennedale Parks Master Plan FINAL- 03-07- Master Plan 2016.docx 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 �s SS S&S�s .*ENN,E,DA4e.. p'.e...e.• Primary Functions of Master Plan Parks, %creatlor Assess the current state of Kennedale-s parks, and Open Space recreation,and open space system Define needs and deficiencies in the system Master Plan #. S- Establish goals and r 2016-2026 priorities for improving the system iu` rir,` Identify changing trends locally, - t regionallyand nationally �¢ Identify resident-s needs and opinions Project Summary Vision Statement Provide a quality,safe,enjoyable ` and accessible green network system Community Profile Trn NCFNTR Inventory of Current Parks and Facilities Needs Assessment 4 Recommendations Implementations and Actions Questions and Answers "You-re here,your home - -+ a serene environment to engage the senses and build relations—to preserve, conserve and inspire our community.' S ,jE 1 � nts Area(Acre) Percentage Population,Household,and Employment History and Forecast l9`A�2® Category Cemeteries 2 43.48 0.82% 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020* 2030* Commercial 107 281.15 5.32% Communicaticn� 1 0.88 0.02% Population , 3076 2594 4096 5381 6763 10720 13412 Education 4 80.49 1.52% Household , 966 971 1623 2089 2617 4143 5176 C,roupquartena 1 2.71 0.05% Industrial 29 574.30 10.87% €mployma 2720 3160 3527 3527 InstitutionalYserai-publl 14 51.22 0.97% Landfill 2 496.61 9.40% Mobilehome 50 173.84 329% S umes:1970-1990d,d.p—di byUS @nsusB—.'2000,2020-2030dat.p-de bythe NCICOG,20002030 MUIti-f—Ily , 7 14.54 0.28% Employmentd.tapmdn bythe NCICDG"US@nsusBureau,2010Census- Perloyrecreetion 7 264.58 5.01 ,[ Railroad 5 44.20 0.84% Ranchland 15 147.16 2.79% Residential acreage 3 68.78 1.30% _ Retail 1 26.07 0.49% Singlefamily 264 1629.51 30.85% Smallwaterl4� 8 18.66 0.35% L UndercansUUe� 6 2.82 0.05% Utilities 20 229.36 4.34% Vacant 293 1098.35 20.80% 3 32.84 0.62% Mj Population by Age and Sex Sonora Park 22 Acre Community Park aa>ears 7e>ea� 7pta 0 se>ears �>ears �>ea� a9yars � --- t - 4>ears ee� .. o -e>ears A!" 15 ,p 5 uarowwwn 5 ,p 15 � _ fumes:1970-1990 da.p—,dW byU SConsus Bu—u.'2000,2020-2030 d.ta p-di bythe NCI ,2000-2030 - Employmentdatap-di bythe NCICOG."USCcnsus Bureau,2010Census. S ,jE Rodgers Farm Park Standards in Parks and Recreation 3.2 Acre Neighborhood Parr. =_ _ National Recreation and = _ , Park Association G� Colorado Small Community — Park and Recreation Standards 1` Arlington Park,Recreation and ,l Open Space Standards r z AA National Recreation and Park Association TownCenter Park Park Needs Assessment 1.3 Acre Neighborhood Park 4s�,5 zs 72—so 33 11 211 ,a ,2 4487 17425 — vi 4' S ,sE Needs J Facility eeds Assessment aviablea and Y a viable and balanced ®®®® open space network Promote a healthy green oos �A wA oos oa o< os a community s wA �A os aos � oA oA os os - Provide leisure - 02 03 ,z opportunities for all ages -_ ® o< wA wA oz Expand recreational opportunities in the floodplains wA wA 0a5 0� of the Trinity River/Village Qeek watershed oos wa wA o� a oz oz o3 03 Build and enhance community partnerships a5 wA wA ao5 0 oa o< os as Preserve and enhance natural,historical,and cultural resources Improve and ensure park safety and security �® Ensure that park and open space needs of the city are met oos oos wA a, o� currently as well as in the future Proposed Parks and Trails Inventory existing facilities,programs,and opportunities Foster programs that encourage both active and passive !? recreation and community participation Pedestrian and bike-friendly linkages,including connections to the Regional Veloweb Preserve and protect the city natural environment f Economic growth and public health; _ Joint programming 1 Safetyand _ • �..� r ' maintenance of park infrastructure -, . S ,jE Provide parkland and a variety of recreation facilities and INTERCONNECnNGTRAILS programs to meet the changing recreational needs and Emergency Call Stations desires of the residents of Kennedale Bridges F7 Continue to maintain and manage the park system to Trailheads improve the physical form and image of Kennedale Trail signs Provide safety and security for all parks Lighting — ! k L LAND ACQUISITION Establish interconnected network of trail systems Community Park Expansion of Sonora Park National standards for safety and accessibility Additional Neighborhood Parks Design with ADAstandards in mind DEVELOPMENTS& Acknowledge the unique history of the city IMPROVEMENTS Consider safety as the highest priority ADA _..1 q Signage Security . Park views Lighting ,jE 9 C9$9�s Implementation Methods Splash Park & Play Fountains • Land Acquisitions Age-specific play areas:water wall,ground sprays,play • Parkland Dedication Ordinance structures,water gun,spray cannons,and power geysers • Conservation Easements Recirculated water with swimming filter and chlorination • Financing Operations and Maintenance system to conserve water • bint-Use Facilities with KISD Location:former gravel pits • Private-Public Partnerships WKISIA KENNEDAI i Railroad Historical Park Multi-Use Court Detention Pond • AdAnclusive park for physically challenged and special Detention ponds decrease flooding and erosion population Full basketball court,soccer field,or roller hockey court • ADAstandards,including turf playground,sufficient surrounded by multi-level seating seating,wide walkways,swings,and Braille signs • Funding from federal grants,private foundations, y and community dpi� •f�` <.s ,jE Funding and City policies FUNDING Federal r IiL --Q-� CITY POLICIES A M— ,, - d dedication inance enfor ced andscaping preservation on of geological interests ive habitats in protection Questions? Consultants Jim Parajon,Director Pmalio Calderon Bilal Caliskan LaShanda Dockery Leonelle DSwza Daniel Harper Mandie Heineman Somayeh Moazzem Minesha Reese Plhena Seaton x CITY[`rY�wr.y:[ 7•�xa45 March 2016 ORDINANCE NO. 601 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A NEW PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN FOR THE CITY OF KENNEDALE; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale has previously adopted a Parks Master Plan to guide the acquisition and development of parks, recreation and open spaces within the City; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the entirety of the current Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan to update the information it contains. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS, THAT: SECTION 1. The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan attached hereto as Exhibit "A" is hereby adopted as the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan for the City of Kennedale. SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Kennedale, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed. Any Parks Master Plans previously adopted by the City Council are repealed in their entirety. SECTION 3. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this ordinances shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section. \\192.168.60.110\s1stream\KENNEDALETX\1wf2d50t.yfd.docx (06-20-16) Page 1 SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, and it is so ordained. PASSED AN APPROVED ON THIS 271h DAY OF JUNE, 2016. Mayor Brian Johnson ATTEST: City Secretary, Leslie Galloway APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: City Attorney, Wayne K. Olson \\192.168.60.110\s1stream\KENNEDALETX\1wf2d50t.yfd.docx (06-20-16) Page 2 t 1101111 , CITY OF KENNEDALE PARKS, RECREATION , AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN 2016-2026 City of Kennedale Parks, Placreation, and Open Space Master Ran Acknowledgements Mayor and City CoundI Brian Johnson, Mayor Charles Overstreet Liz Carrington M i ke Wal ker Kelly Turner, Mayor Pro Tern Frank Fernandez Administration Bob Hart, City Manager Leslie Galloway, Qty Secretary Rachel Fbberts, Director of Panning Larry Ledbetter, Director of Public Works Parks and Recreation Board David Deaver, Chair Jeff Nevarez Michael Chandler Glenn"Mickey' Shark Azam Shaikh Alan Pederson Dylan Black Parks and Recreation Staff Larry Hoover, Parks and Streets Supervisor Consultant Team James F. Parajon, FAIQ' Amalio Calderon Bi I al Cal iskan LaShanda Dockery Leonelle D'Souza Daniel Harper Mandie Heineman Somayeh Moazzeni M i nesha Reese Athena Seaton 21 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table of Contents Acknowledgements......................................................................................................................................2 ExecutiveSAmmary......................................................................................................................................6 Chapter1: Introduction................................................................................................................................7 Previous Park and Green Areas Master Ran............................................................................................7 VisionStatement ......................................................................................................................................9 Chapter2: Community Profile....................................................................................................................10 DemographicStatistics...........................................................................................................................10 LandUse Analysis...................................................................................................................................14 TransportationAnalysis..........................................................................................................................16 Chapter 3: Inventory of Parks and Facilities...............................................................................................17 ParkInventory........................................................................................................................................17 FacilityInventory....................................................................................................................................19 Chapter4:Analysisof Parks,Trailsand Facilities.......................................................................................22 Introduction............................................................................................................................................22 ParksClassification.................................................................................................................................22 TrailSipport Facilities............................................................................................................................26 Standards for Parks and Fb-creation .......................................................................................................28 NeedsAssessment..................................................................................................................................29 Chapter5: Mission and Goals.....................................................................................................................35 Goals.......................................................................................................................................................35 Strategies................................................................................................................................................35 ParkSjstem............................................................................................................................................36 TrailDesign.............................................................................................................................................37 Indoor and Outdoor F;bcreational Fbcommendations...........................................................................40 Chapter 6: Implementation and Action Ran..............................................................................................42 Introduction............................................................................................................................................42 ImplementationStrategies.....................................................................................................................44 LinearParks............................................................................................................................................47 ParkConcepts.........................................................................................................................................48 FundingSources.....................................................................................................................................50 Appendix A: Fundi ng and Grant 9:)urces...................................................................................................51 31 ;arks , Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Federal, Elate, and Organizational Funding............................................................................................51 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program.............................................................53 ArborDay Foundation ........................................................................................................................53 Oty-Generated Funding S:)urces............................................................................................................55 AppendixB. City Policy...............................................................................................................................55 O.altural and Natural Landscapes Protection..........................................................................................56 Park Land and Linear Park Dedication Ordinance ..................................................................................57 RoodplainProtection.............................................................................................................................58 y � e i R ENNEDALE CITY OF �= �J Elba%WN _ 41 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Executive SJmI`D ary Parks, green spaces, and recreational opportunities are crucial elements to providing a high standard of living and encouraging the use of alternative modes of transportation by all citizens. The City of Kennedale has seen its population and economy grow since the previous parks master plan was adopted in 2005 and is implementing a new plan in order to accommodate the influx of new residents and businesses. The City of Kennedale's 2016 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran provides a framework for the creation and adaptation of parks and green spaces in order to provide necessary amenities for the future. It is intended to be a guide for the residents of the City as well as for the Qty Council and staff. This Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran uses an indusive approach when setting its goals and is designed to be adaptable to the future changes and demands that the Qty will experience during the plan'sevent horizon.The goalsof this Master Ran are asfollows: 1. Preserve and maintain aviable and balanced open space network 2. Promote a healthy green community 3. Provide leisure opportunities for all ages 4. Expand recreational opportunities in the floodplains of the Trinity River / Village Creek watershed 5. Build and enhance community partnerships 6. Preserve and enhance the Qty's natural, historical, and cultural resources 7. Improve and ensure park safety and security 8. Ensure that park and open space needs of the Qty are met currently as well as in the future The implementation strategy for these goals include: a. Land acquisition b. Park land dedication ordinance C. Conservation easements d. R nand ng and maintenance e. Joint use faci lities The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran is an ambitious but achievable vision for Kennedale's community. Through careful planning, management, and citizen participation, this vision hasthe potential to become a great reality. 51 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Chapter 1: Introduction Kennedale is a small community in North Texas that is located between two of the largest cities in the region, Dallas and Fort Worth. With the rising influx of new residents to the region and the continued growth of North Texas as a national economic center, Kennedale finds itself in a valuable strategic position to continue itsgrowth. Awell-designed and extensive parkssystem will be a major contributing factor in the coming decade to providing Kennedale with a competitive advantage to the other small townsjust outside these large urban centers. The primary functions of this Master Plan are to assess the current state of Kennedale's parks, recreation, and open space system; define the needs and deficiencies in the system; establish goals and priorities for improving the system; and work toward realizing the vision. In addition to performing these primary functions, the Master Ran also identifies changing trends locally, regionally, and nationally and identifies residents' desires. Previous Park and Green Areas Master Ran The former Parks, FL-creation, and Open Space Master Ran for the Qty of Kennedale was designed to encompass a ten-year time range(from 2005 to 2015).The plan recommended an increase in developed park land from 3.6 acres for every 1,000 residents to 12 acres for every 1,000 residents by the end of the year 2015. If the entirety of the plan were to be implemented, the level of service in 2005 would have increased three fold by 2015. The previous master plan outlined the existing conditions of the park system of Kennedale and calculated the needs of the community through a needs assessment. The assessment used a combination of three planning approaches: standard-based, resource-based, and demand-based. One of the greatest strengths of the previous plan was its emphasis on community participation through community surveys and citizen involvement. Moreover, the previous master plan was a remarkable information resource, including the geographical constraints of the park system and the ecological value of the Qty and floodplains. Consequently, the former master plan has been used as a reference and guide when creating the new master plan. Other remarkable features of the previous master plan are indicated below: • Promoted active green spacesand explained their economicvalue • Limited development in natural open spaces in order to minimize adverse effects on the ecosystem • Promoted a trail and green belt system along the Village week corridor and suggested connecting thiscreek corridor with neighborhood parks, schools, and publicspaces • Encouraged the local youth sports organizations to aid in the provision of athletic facilities for organized youth baseball and softball 61 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran • Considered residents with disabilities and recommended that the entire park system meet the requirementsof the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Panned to expand Sonora Park from 25 acres to between 40 and 150 acres in area by incorporating undeveloped acreage adjacent to the west end of the park • Encouraged the City to focus on the acquisition of the Village Creek Corridor from Interstate 20 southwest to the city limits • Encouraged cooperation with Kennedale Independent School District to allow public use of the various schools' outdoor recreational facilities during non-school hours Although the previous master plan had several notable features, it also had some limitations. To establish a sustainable and innovative parks system for Kennedale over the next ten years, the following items that were missing in the former master plan have been considered during the planning process of the new master plan: • A linear park system plan • Establishment of an environmentally-friendly green community • Innovative park designs • Introduction of new plants and trees • &king and walking initiatives • Increased community awarenessof the importance of environmental protection Mai i i a r 1: sit r , 'J4 it 71 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pacreation, and Open Space Master Ran Vision aatement "you're here,your home—a serene environment to engage the wrises and build relations—to prewrve, conerve, and Ir ire our community" As Ken nedale progresses t owards further growth and expansion, it is important to ensure that the Qty's Parks, Facreation, and Open Space Master Ran supports the Qty's objective to provide a quality, safe, enjoyable, and accessible green network system. This, in turn, encourages a sense of community through the availability of open spaces and recreational activities for its residents. Listed below are the core principlesfor the development of this Parks, Facreation, and Open Space Master Ran: • Protect Kennedale'snatural and historic value • Meet the community's current and future desiresand needsfor green space • Better the quality of life for the Qty's residents and visitors alike • Provide opportunities for passive and active recreation • Establish an enhanced sense of community • Increase accessibility throughout the Oty • Promote health and wellness • Promote recreational and leisure activities along the riparian corridors and floodplain of the Trinity Ewer and itstributaries • Integrate natural floodplain areasinto the green space network • Promote a sense of safety • Establish green areaswithin neighborhoods • Promote economicgrowth opportunities 'L } 81 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Chapter 2: Community Rofile Demographic aatistics The following demographic information provides a snapshot of Kennedale's residents. Table a. Fbnulatlon, Household,and 1970 1980W •• iOO 11WO r r Population 3076 2594 4096 5381 6763 10,720 13,412 Household 966 971 1623 2089 2617 4143 5176 Employment* 2720 3160 3527 3527 Sources: 1970-1990 data provided by U.S Census Bureau. 2000,2020-2030 data and 2000-2030 employment data provided by the NCTCOG. "U.S Census Bureau,2010 Census. Figure 1. Fbpulation and Household Numbers Population and Household ■Population ■Household 1�04D 14000 12000 10000 8000 WOO 40W 2000 0 1970 1984 1990 2000 2010 2020' 2080' Sources: 1970-1990 data provided by U.S Census Bureau. *2000,2020-2030 data provided by the NCTODG. 91 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 2. Populatlon and Employment Numbers Population and Employment ■population ■Employment• 1$000 14000 12000 104100 s�o0n +4000 2000 0 1970 1980 1990 2000 20201 2020' 203€7'• Sources: 1970-1990 data provided by U.8 Census Bureau. 2000,2020-2030 data and 2000-2030 employment data provided by the NCTODG. Figure 3. Fbpulatlon by Age and Sax Population by Age and Sex ■Male ■Female 85 years and orer 80 to 84 yea rs 75 to 79 yea a 70 to 74 yea r; 65 to 69 yea rs 60 to 64 yea a 55 to 59 years 50 to 54 yea rs 45 to 49 yea rs 40 to 44 yea rs 35 to 39 years 30 to 34 yea rs 25 to 29 yea r; 20 t.24 yea r; 15 to 19 years 30 to 14 years 5 to 9 years Under 5 years AGE 15 10 5 0 5 10 15 %of population Source: US Census Bureau,2010 Census. 101 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Kennedale's population has a median age of 40-44 years. Based on this and the spike in the population aged 19 years and younger, it can be concluded that many of the City's residents are part of a family unit. Table 2. Demographic I3lversity White 86% Black or African American 7% American Indian and Alaska Native 0.3% Asian 3.6% Filipino 1% Vietnamese 2.6% Some other race 0.2% Two or more races 2.6% Hispanic-or Latino 10.20/8- *Hi span ic/Lati no is considered an ethnicity,not a race.Therefore,this column does not total 100% Table 3.&hool Enrolment School Population 3 years and over enrolled in school Percentage Nursery school, preschool 3.3% Kindergarten 7.9% Bementary: grade 1 to grade 8 36.7% High school: grade 9 to grade 12 25.5% College or graduate school i 26.5% Source: U.S.Census Bureau,2010-2014 American Community-Survey 5-Year Estimate 8ementary enrolment, which consists of first through eighth grade, has the highest enrolment in Kennedale. The next highest class of enrolment is college or graduate school. Based on the data provided, parks should meet the needs of an energetic community. 'able 4. Edu ionai L* Uji4i api aLS of Iiesldent6 Education Percentage Lessthan 9th grade 4% 91h to 121h grade, no diploma 7.6% High school graduate(ind. equivalency) 26.4% SDme college, no degree 30.6% Associate's degree 7.2% Bachelor's degree 16.9% Graduate or professional degree 7.1% 111 Parks, Recreatior , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Source: U.S.Oensus Bureau,2010-2014 American Oommunity Survey 5-Year Estimate ••• •. • PL-rcerytage Management, business,science, and arts 32% occupations Servi ce 19% Sales and Office 27% Construction, Extraction, & Maintenance 8% Production,Transportation, & Material Moving 14% Source:U.S.Census Bureau,2010-2014 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimate Table 6. Industries In Key nedale Agriculture, forestry,fishing and hunting,and mining 0.4% Construction 9.5% Manufacturing 12.4% Wholesale trade 2.2% Retail trade 12.2% Transportation and warehousing, and utilities 7.9% Information 0% Finance and insurance,and real estate and rental and leasing 6% Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative and waste management 10.3% services Educational services, and health care and social assistance 19.9% Arts, entertainment, and recreation,and accommodation and food services 13% i Other services, except public administration 4.2% Public administration 1.9% Source:U.S.Census Bureau,201 1 rvey5-Year Estimate 121 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran Land Use Analysis The most dominant land use in the City of Kennedale in 2010 is single-family residential, which constitutes 30 percent of the total area. One of the land use strengths of the City is the availability of vacant lands, with 293 parcels. Another dominant land use is industrial, with about eleven percent of the land area coverage. A complete list of land uses in the City with their parcel count, area, and percentage is provided in Table 7. u aerie r. LdnQ U58 L.6LdgUry with Counib anu:vreei Cemeteries 2 43.48 0.82% Commercial 107 281.15 5.32% Communication 1 0.88 0.02% Education 4 80.49 1.52% Group quarters 1 2.71 0.05% Industrial 29 574.30 10.87% Institutional/semi-public 14 51.22 0.97% Landfill 2 496.61 9.40% Mobile home 50 173.84 3.29% Multi family 7 14.54 0.28% Parlcsl recreation 7 264.58 5.01% Railroad 5 44.20 0.84% Ranch land 15 147.16 2.79% Residential acreage 3 68.78 1.30% Retail 1 26.07 0.49% Single family 264 1629.51 30.85% Small water bodies 8 18.66 0.35% Under construction 6 2.82 0.05% Utilities 20 229.36 4.34% Vacant 293 1098.35 20.80% Others 3 1 32.84 0.62% Grand Total 842 5281.57 100 Figure shows the locations of particular land uses within Kennedale'scity limits. 131 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 4. Land Use In the CIty of Kennedale b 0 OOF 4 � � — na a E z s D � � 3 c2. v v m 0 0 O O � C Q b � r p m a N a c D o - Y 5 ' 1 1 •� 1 } 1 1 o g 1 � N 1 1 1 T N 1 ■ E o � .1 II o sill I a 1 w I 1 a • � ✓� tl 41 � f4 N 1 8 a 16 AN c • LL C , �• a in a� CL)i 6 � .n 0 0o fF Q :3 � o a A Wd o ,.4 E0 o U w � 141 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran *� . a r l<I11 ... AN �� UA.KENNEDALE � Y Vwx •�• oil r rR aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Chapter & Inventory of Parks and Fadlities In order to meet Kennedale's current and future park and recreation needs and to ensure adequate park distribution, an analysis of Kennedale's current park system, park locations, and park inventory has been conducted. This study aids in determining what standards for parks and recreation have been met, and which standards need to be achieved over the next few years. Factors evaluated include park classification, location, service area, size, amenities, condition, and natural areas. Park Inventory The City of Kennedale currently maintains three neighborhood parks and one community park. Railroad Park is still under the conceptual design phase, but the other parks are built and their facilities are listed below: Table 8. Fibdoers Park Inventory . .. X Initial Useful Overall Quantity Playground Equipment/ Benches/ Tables 1 15 New Fence(Wood) 1 10 New Basketball Court 1 25 New Concrete Trail 1 25 New Decorative Signage 1 20 New Drinking Fountain 1 15 New Monument Plaques 1 20 New Sanitation Station 1 15 New Trash Cans 5 15 New ti 161 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table 9.Town Center Park Inventory Pavilion 1 25 New Lighting 6 25 New Marquee Sign 1 20 New Drinking Fountain 1 15 New Flag poles 2 25 New Sound System 1 10 New Light Poles 6 25 New Fountain(Decorative) 1 20 New Fence Wrought Iron N/A 25 New Concrete Trail 1 25 New Benches 12 15 New Decorative Signage 1 20 New Trash Receptacles 11 15 New Monument Plaques 2 20 New PiicnicTables 8 15 New Playground (5- 1 10 New 12yr old) Clock Tower 1 25 New Playground (2- 1 10 New 5yr old) PublicArt 3 15 New Table 10.1 Sonora Park Inventory(224 SNew Hope Rd) Asset Cbmponent 1Z .2 Asset 1Z .2 ODmponent Cr Restroom Facility 1 25 New Decorative Signage 3 20 Good Walking Trail 1 25 New Metal Foiling 1 15 Good Benches(For Trail) 6 15 New Metal Railing 1 15 Good Low Water 1 25 New Monument Plaques 1 20 Good Grossing for Trail 7 - Pavilion 1 25 New Park Benches 6 15 New Spray Park 1 25 New Picnic Tables 8 15 New FshingPier 1 25 New PlcnicTables 8 15 Good Horseshoe Pit/ 1 20 Good Fond Fountain 2 10 Good Washer Court/ (Decorative) Disc Playground 1 15 New Trail Bridge 1 25 New Benches 2 15 Good 171 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table 11.Sonora Park Inventory(Ballpark at(200 Villaw Sty Asset Cxnponent Initial Useful Overall Quantity Ball Fields/ Fence/ Backstop 3 20 Good Concession/ Pestroom 1 25 Wor Soore Boards 3 20 Fbor Bleachers 6 20 Good Dugout Benches 6 15 Good Dumpster Pad 1 25 Good Field Lighting 17 25 Fbor Maintenance Building 1 25 Fbor Picnic Tables 2 15 Good Score Keepers Stand 3 20 Fbor Restroom facility 1 25 Good Facility Inventory The table on the following page showsthe type and quantity of park and recreation facilities developed and maintained by the Oty of Kennedale. It should be noted that some facilities(noted with an asterisk) are located on Kennedale High School Grounds, and may be considered as semi-public. The Oty of Kennedale may need to consider this limitation when implementing the needsassessment standards. 181 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table 12. Facility Inventory pality Inverytory Facility type Existing facilities 1/4 mile runningtrack 0* Amphitheater 0 Ball field(baseball,youth) 1* Ball field(softball,youth) 1* Ball field(t-ball) 1 BMXtrack(standard ABA certified) 0 Court(badminton) 0 Court(basketball,full court) 0.5* Court(basketball,half court) 1* Court(handball) 0 Court(horseshoe) 1 Court(multipurpose) 0* Court(racquetball) 0 Court(shuffleboard) 0 Court(tennis) 0* Court(volleyball) 0* Court(washer) 1 Disc golf course 1 Dog park 0 Field(football) 0* Field(multi-use) 0* Field(soccer) 0 Fishing piers/wildlife viewing station 1 Gymnasium 0* Outdoor fitness/ exercise equipment 0 Park bench 26 Piicnicshelter(pavilion,large) 2 Picnictable(sheltered) 12 Picnic table 14 Playground 4 Pool(outdoor) 0 Recreation center 0 Restrooms 2 Rods dimbing wall 0 Senior center 1 Skate park(full4aed,17,000+sq.ft.footprint) 0 Skate park(small,7000 sq.ft.footprint) 0 Splash pad 1 Trail(natural surface,per mile) 0 Trail(paved,per mile) 1.36 Water features 3 *Other facilities may exist at a Kennedale school,but may not be open to the publicor user preference goes tostudents. 191 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 6. Current and Planned Park Locations • �� Rodgers Farm Park Town Center Park r I f G Railroad Park _ Sonora Park a ,r1 o o p z z � w ` Y i Current and Planned Parks Parks ws 0 025 0-5 1 1-5 2 Miles MY110!W-- Y� Yl.4f\ i r _1 1 ERS FARM PARK 4r CITY OF KENNEDA LE CITY OF KENNEDAL Elk a 201 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Chapter 4: Analysis of Parked Trails and Fadlitles Introduction This chapter contains the park classification, inventory, standards, and needs assessment upon which the recommendations of this Parks Master Ran are based. Parks Classification A successful and sustainable park system is made up of many different kinds of parks,which vary greatly in size and in function. It is important to be able to classify and inventory these different parks in order to assesswhether community needs are being met.The following descriptions are based on an oft-cited report by the National Facreation and Park Association, "Park, R-,creation, Open Space and Greenway Guidelines" (1995). Mini parks are the smallest of all the types of parks, typically ranging in size from 2,500 square feet to one acre. These parks are located within a'/4mile walking distance of the area they service, and provide limited recreational needs. Due to their small size, they are usually nestled closely into developed areas with little buffering between uses. Atypical mini park may include the following facilities: • Rayground • Rcnictables • '/2basketball courts • Grills • Open play area • Benches Y 4 l i • ■ HA_ • M • 7ASKETEALi s ART i+N . PL.AYQF0kJND GOWN DEWH WALK F Source:Chapel Hill Comprehensive Parks Plan 211 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran -j Neighborhood irk Neighborhood parks are the basic unit of the park system. They range in size from approximately 5 to 10 acres, and serve a'/4to '/2mile radius—still a walkable distance. Ideally, all residential areas within the City should fall within one of these radii. Neighborhood parks provide a range of activities of interest to multiple age groups. Although the park size is still somewhat small, the NFPA suggests keeping half of the site undisturbed to act as a buffer zone between the park and other uses. Atypical neighborhood park may include the following facilities: • Rayground • Rcnictables • Oburt games • Grills • Informal playing field • Benches • Trails/ walkways • Parking • Rcnic shelters 9.GSSE rEK LL CQLW PL4'fFIP ` . s f ,4[31,1_ OPEN PLAY FIM D r { BENCH WATEFt FOUNTAIN �. k err Rgure g.ATypieal Neighborhood Park S3urce:Chapel Hill Comprehensive Parks Plan 221 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Community irk Community parks provide recreation activities for several neighborhoods or sections of the community. The range of facilities may even support tournament competitions as well as passive recreation. These parks usually range in size from approximately 20 to 50 acres and serve a radius of one to two miles. The NRPA suggests that half of the park site be developed for passive recreation, and this area doubles as a buffer mechanism around the park and between active site facilities. These parks should also have a varied topography and vegetation, some cleared spaces for active recreation, and preferably be located near a body of water such as a lake, river, or creek. Atypical community park may include the following facilities: • Basketball courts • Benches • Tenniscourt • Nature trails • Baseball / softball field • Fastrooms/ concessions • Multipurpose field/ SDccerfield • Parking • Amphitheater • Raygrounds • Rcnic shelters • Discgolf • Rcnic tables • Paddle boat / canoe harbor • Grills • Fi shing pier/ boat dock SHEL 8 f / ~v _ SCHMER FIaLS ff .• FLAYr3 E:Rt�TFIG WcOG�4K] Source:Chapel Hill Comprehensive Parks Plan 231 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Regional parks are the largest park classification, ranging in size from approximately 50 to 1,000 acres. They can serve several communities or the entire county, and are typically located on land chosen as nature preserves and where there are natural water features. There are therefore diverse land formations and a wide range of activities provided. The NF;PA suggests that the majority of the park site be reserved for passive recreation. Atypical regional park may contain the following facilities: • Environmental center • Grills • Primitive camping • Festrooms/ vending • Nature trails • Beach • Observation deck • SNimming • Rcnic shelters • Fishingpiers/ boat docks • Rcnictables • Parking - PAW MBE SAL CENrM PARK ROAD M r M.4FtE NATU9E TFiAL _C6GER ATK3N i M WER PARK JJC Figure 10.ATypical Regional ftrk Source:Chapel Hill Comprehensive Parks Ran 241 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Linear parks, or greenways, are areas developed for one or more modes of non-motorized, recreational travel, such as bicycling,walking, and hiking. Also known asgreenways, linear parks should beat least 10 to 12 feet wide, and may be constructed of paved or a more natural surface. These parks are generally left in a natural state, and usually follow built or natural corridors such as utility rights-of-way, roads, rail corridors, or rivers and streams. Ideally, linear parks should link other components of the park and recreation system, such asother parks, recreation centers, or public gathering spaces. Greenway Trail i W Greenway trails are to be the key feature of the trail network system. By utilizing the floodplain areas of local tributaries, the greenway trail system can act as a safe and scenic way to walk from nearly anywhere in the City to another. A key component of this trail network is to connect with other trail networksin the area, including Arlington's and possibly Fort Worth's. A. Jf i re- 1 x v - r�l y d" Rgure 11. Example of a Greenway Trail S3urce: Leon Creek Greenway, Ibn Antonio,Texas 251 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran Trail 11pport Facilities Trad1heads Trailhead facilities include parking areas, toilets, water (if available) and a trailhead kiosk sign. The kiosk is a place trail users can pick up literature and find the rules and regulations for the area. Trail signs provide direction, mileage or educational information. The trail should be measured in order to determine the length of the trail and any side trails. Distances should be rounded to the next tenths of a mile. Standard highway signage identifying the trailhead must conform to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices(M UTM). Trail user groups need to work with the managing government agency for approval of federal or state highway signage. Trail signs found in the backcountry providing location, direction and mileage should have 1.0-inch tall letters and numbers. Trail junction signs should have 1.5-to 2-inch tall letters. These signs are generally made of treated wood or decay resistant western red cedar or redwood. Letters and numbers are routed into the boards and the board stained or painted. Names, mileage and directional arrows can be painted white or color-coded to match the paint blazes found on a particular trail. Boards are generally 2" x6" (2 lines)or 2" x8" (3 lines)wide and 4' -6' long. Trail crossings of streams involve a wide variety of opportunities. From placing large rocks in wet areas to building elaborate boardwalks, streams provide opportunities for the trail builder to be creative. However, any bridge that is built must be structurally sound and able to hold the weight of the bridge materialsaswell asthe trail userscrossing the bridges. Most trail bridgesare built from pressure treated lumber but others have been built of steel and there is now a trend using prefabricated fiberglass bridges that can be carried to the bridge site and the pieces bolted together. Trail builders must work with the land managing agency and follow their regulations and specifications for bridges. 261 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 12. Proposed Trall$(stem r� N f cV 3 LJ r� N 4 L-j- ;' / � _,+ -may ■■u■■ �� : • ■ _ 100H05 311111 N 0 .ro _ '�■ 3dDH M3N 31tl93NN3N c 4 ■ ra : E NI1 ON'dc7z 11 IN I ■ ■ 1 LL 271 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pacreation, and Open Space Master Ran standards for Parks and Recreat ion There have been many studies undertaken to ascertain specific standards for park and recreation service levels, since these can give planners and policy-makers an idea as to what proper service standards are. Well-researched standards provide decision-makers with a starting point as they attempt to ameliorate residents' quality of life. The standards used for this Parks Master Plan include the National Facreation and Park Association (NRPA) guidelines, the Colorado Small Community Park and Recreation Standards, and the Arlington Park and Recreation Standards. These standards should not be adopted in whole by Kennedale and are simply guidelines. Instead, they should each be adjusted according to the resources and needs of Kennedale. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) published a widely-referenced report named "Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Guidelines" (1995). It is important to note that the classifications and standards used are guidelines and have not been used by the NFFA itself as policy. The NRPA also recommend that each city take into account its own unique context and resources when using their guidelines. Many cities have now shifted to using resident surveys in order to better understand local needs. 1--1 to mall Community irk and In 2003, this study for the state of Colorado created a new methodology for developing park and recreation standards, since the NRPA standards are recognized as being based on urban models and not necessarily being appropriate for smaller communities of 10,000 residents or less (such as Kennedale currently). The Colorado Small Community Park and Recreation Standards study uses actual levels of resident demand for parks and facilities in order to develop their standards, and this type of methodology can be useful as wecontextualizethe NFFAstandardsto Kennedale. Arlington irk, Recreation and Open Space Standards The City of Arlington, which borders Kennedale to the north, updated its Park, Recreation and Open Space Master Ran in 2004. In this updated plan, a methodology similar to that used in the Colorado study was employed, using information gathered through resident surveys and other municipalities in Texas. Because Kennedale does not have a similarly detailed database of park and facility demand within itscity limits,the Arlington surveysand standardsare useful to gauge local resident desires. 281 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran _j Needs Assessment The needs assessment establishes the type and quantity of park land or facilities required to meet the needs of the Qty of Kennedale currently as well as in the future, when Kennedale reaches build-out population. This section further explains the methods used to ascertain resident demand for park land or facilities in Kennedale. L' id6ta The Qty of Kennedale's 2005 Parks Master Ran included the results of a citizen's survey which was tabulated in 2005. This survey asked residents to identify which additional park and recreation facilities they would like to have in Kennedale, and their answers divulge information about resident demand. Since the survey results are now 11 years old, final demand calculations were tempered by considering the new facilities provided by the Qty of Kennedale between 2005 and 2016 that were a response to resident demand. For example, although restrooms were in very high demand in 2005, the Qty built a restroom facility in Senora Park in 2007, so demand for a restroom in 2016 would be below very high. The drawback of this survey is that residents were not asked to provide information about how often people in their household do or would use these facilities, so the methodology used in the Colorado study cannot be used for Kennedale. Table 13. Kennedale Survey Simmary V ;- _ FWhat additional facilitieswould you like to have in Kennedale? Facility Percentage"yes"responses Adult softball fields 5.4% Amphitheaters 8.1% Areas for general play 27.9% Baseball fields 7.2% Basketball courts 13.5% Fishing piers/ wildlife viewing station 19.8% Football fields 0.9% Horseshoe courts 3.6% In-line hockey rink/ skate park 6.3% M ulti-use paved trails 51.4% Nature areas 32.4% Picnicareas 34.2% Picnicshelters/ pavilions 45.9% Playgrounds 40.5% Recreation center 37.8% Recreational vehicle camp sites 1.8% Restrooms 40.5% 291 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Rock climbing walls 4.5% Soccer fields 4.5% Sports practice fields 9.9% Swimming pools/ small water park 29.7% Tennis courts 10.8% Volleyball courts 2.7% Water features 31.5% Youth softball fields 3.6% In 2002, the City of Arlington conducted a citizen's survey, of which one question concerned the importance of certain park and recreation facilities to resident households.The Qty of Arlington and the Qty of Kennedale border each other, and since the survey results were very similar in citizen demands, his information is a valid source to develop information on possible citizen demands in Kennedale. Table 14.Arlington Survey Sarnrnar Arlington PROS How important are the following facilities to your household Facility Not At All Somewhat Important Important Very Important Baseball/ softball fields 17% 16% 25% 42% Basketball courts 23% 21% 29% 27% Disc golf 45% 24% 18% 13% Fishing 28% 22% 27% 23% Natural areas 5% 12% 27% 56% M Natural surface trails 6% 13% 32% 48% Off-leash dog park 32% 16% 20% 32% M Outdoor fitness/ exercise equipment 16% 24% 28% 32% Outdoor swimming pool 17% 16% 26% 41% Paved trails 7% 14% 33% 46% Picnicshelters/ pavilions 4% 13% 34% 50% Playgrounds 8% 9% 22% 61% Recreation center 11% 19% 34% 36% Sand vol leybal I 28% 26% 25% 21% Senior recreation center 34% 18% 26% 22% Skate park 33% 22% 23% 22% Soccer/ football fields 17% 16% 28% 39% Splash pads 14% 15% 26% 4 45% Tennis courts 26% 20% 27% 27% The information from both the Kennedale survey and the Arlington Sirvey are combined in the table below,where Kennedale'sfined demand level for each facilitytype isgiven. 301 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table 15.Sirvey Comparison Arlington Facility .. Nennedale demand demand demand Amphitheaters N/A Very Low Very Low Areas for general play N/A Moderate Moderate Ball fields(baseball) High Very Low Moderate Ball fields(softbalI,adult) N/A Very Low Very Low Ball fields(softball,youth) N/A Very Low I Moderate Basketball courts Moderate Low Low-Moderate Disc golf course Very Low N/A Moderate Dog park Moderate N/A Moderate Fields(football) High Very Low Low Fields(soccer) High Very Low Low Fields(sports practice) N/A Very Low Very Low Fishing piers/ wildlife viewing Very Low Low Low station Horseshoe courts N/A Very Low Very Low Nature areas Very High High High-Very High Outdoor fitness/ exercise High N/A Moderate equipment Picnic areas N/A High High Picnicshelters/ pavilions Very High Very High High Playgrounds Very High Very High Very High Recreation center High High High Recreational vehicle camp sites N/A Very Low Very Low Restrooms N/A Very High High Rock climbing walls N/A Very Low Very Low Skate park Very Low Very Low Very Low Splash pad Very High Moderate Moderate Swimming pods High Moderate Moderate Tennis courts Moderate-High Low Low-Moderate Trails(natural surface) Very High N/A Very High Trails(paved) Very High Very High Very High Volleyball courts Very Low Very Low Very Low Water features N/A High High 311 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran The tables below show the park land and facility standards from the NFPA, Colorado, and Arlington, as well as the proposed standards for the City of Kennedale, which have been set specifically to meet local demand. The tables show this demand (total resident demand) as well as need (resident demand minus existing park land or facilities) by the years 2016, 2020, and build-out (approximately 2040). The only type of park land where current need has been met is community park land. Several types of facility needs have been met, but the City of Kennedale still needs substantial increases in many facility types in order to meet current resident needs. Table 16. irk Needs Assessment NRPA Arlington Kennedale' Build- guidelines standards standards Existing Current Current 2020 2020 Build-out out Park type (acres per (acres per (acres per facilities demand' need' demandz need2 demand3 (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) ( acres thousand thousand thousand acres acres acres acres acres (acres) (acres) residents) residents) residents) Mini 1 0.25-0.5 N/A 0.25 0 1.9 1.9 2.68 2.68 1 4.25 4.25 Neighborhood 1 -2 1.31 i 1 6.73 7.6 0.87 10.72 3.99 17 10.27 Community 3-8 3.25 3 26.3 22.8 Met 1 32.16 5.86 51 24.7 Regional 5-10 3.23 3 0 22.8 22.8 32.16 32.16 51 51 Linear N/A 5.1 3 0 22.8 22.8 32.16 32.16 51 51 Total 10 12.89 a 10.25 33.03 77.9 44.87 109.88 76.85 174.25 141.22 'Based on a population of 7,600 in 2015. ZBased on a projected population of-10,720 in 2020. 13Based on a build-out population of-17,000 in 2040. _ s�liEi Y#I4pi - e _l JL Y a , e � Small Community Park Reereation Planning National Recreation Standards and Pa rk Association RPI Consuitinjq Inc.. Cojoradu Dcpt. 321 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table V-1. Fxllity Deeds Assessment(1alrt 1) Facility NeedsAssessment J! NRPA Arlington Colorado small Kennedale guidelines standards community standards M Build- Existing Current Current 2020 2020 Build-out Facility Type (facilities/ (facilities/ standards (facilities/ out 1000 1000 (facilities/ 1000 1000 facilities demand' need' demandz needz demand3 need3 residents) residents) residents) residents) r 1/4 mile running 0.05 N/A N/A 0.05 0' 0.4 I 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 track Amphitheater 0.05 N/A N/A 0.05 0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 F 0.9 0.9 Ball field (baseball,youth) 0.2 0.1 0.61 0.1 1' 0.8 Met 1.1 0.1 1.7 0.7 Ball field 0.2 0.1 0.61 0.1 1" 0.8 Met 1.1 0.1 1.7 0.7 (softball,youth) Ball field(t-ball) N/A N/A N/A 0.05 1 0.4 Met 0.5 Met 0.9 Met BMX track (standard ABA N/A N/A 0.16 0.05 0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 certified) Court 0.2 N/A N/A 0.1 0 0.8 0.8 1.1 1.1 1.7 1.7 (badminton) Court (basketball,full 0.2 0.08 0.91 0.1 0.5' 0.8 0.3 1.1 0.6 1.7 1.2 court) Court (basketball,half 0.4 N/A N/A 0.2 1" 1.5 0.5 2.1 1.1 3.4 2.4 court) Court(handball) 0.05 N/A N/A 0.02 0 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.3 Court 0.15 N/A N/A 0.05 1 0.4 Met 0.5 Met 0.9 Met (horseshoe) Court (multipurpose) 0.1 N/A N/A 0.1 0" 0.8 0.8 1.1 1.1 1.7 1.7 Court 0.05 N/A N/A 0.02 0 0.2 02 02 0.2 0.3 0.3 (racquetball) Court (shuffleboard) 0.5 N/A N/A 0.05 0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 Court(tennis) 0.5 0.14 0.97 0.2 0" 1.5 1.5 2.1 2.1 3.4 3.4 Court(volleyball) 0.2 N/A 0.13 0.05 0* 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 Court(washer) N/A N/A N/A 0.05 1 0.4 Met 0.5 Met 0.9 Met Disc golf course N/A N/A N/A 0.1 1 0.8 Met 1.1 0.1 1.7 e 0.7 Dog park N/A N/A N/A 0.05 i 0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 Feld(football) 0.05 0.02 N/A 0.01 0' 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 Table continued on next page. 331 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Table 17-2. Fadlity Deeds Assessment(1alrt 2) NRPA Arlington Colorado small Kennedale guidelines standards community standards Build- ECurrenCuBuild-out xisting Current Current 2020 2020 Build-out Facility Type (facilities/ (facilities/ standards (facilities/ out 1000 1000 (facilities/ 1000 1000 facilities demand' need' demandz needz demand3 need3 residents) residents) residents) residents) Field(multi- 0.1 N/A 0.95 0.1 0* 0.8 0.8 1.1 1.1 1.7 1.7 use) Feld(soccer) 0.1 0.08 0.95 0.05 0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 Fishing piers/ wildlife N/A N/A N/A 0.1 1 0.8 Met 1.1 0.1 1.7 0.7 viewing station Gymnasium 0.05 N/A N/A 0.05 0* 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.9 0.9 Outdoor fitness/ N/A N/A N/A 0.2 0 1.5 1.5 2.1 2.1 3.4 3.4 exercise equipment Park bench N/A N/A 7.69 6 26 46 20 64 38 102 76 Picnic shelter (pavilion, 0.02 0.03 N/A 0.1 2 0.8 Met 1.1 Met 1.7 Met large) Picnictable (sheltered) 0.5 0.7 0.36 2 12 15.2 3.2 21.4 9.4 34 22 Picnictable 0.9 1.25 6.25 3 14 22.8 8.8 32.2 18.2 51 37 Playground 1 0.13 0.16 1 4 7.6 3.6 10.7 6.7 17 13 Pool(outdoor)1 0.05 0.02 0.12 0.02 0 1 0.2 0.2 1 0.2 0.2 1 0.3 0.3 Recreation center 0.04 0.01 N/A 0.02 0 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.3 Restrooms N/A N/A N/A 0.3 2 2.3 0.3 3.2 1.2 5.1 3.1 Rods climbing N/A N/A N/A 0.02 0 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.3 wall Senior center 0.01 0.01 N/A 0.01 1 0.1 Met 0.1 Met 0.2 Met Skate park (full-sized, 17,000+sq.ft. 0.01 N/A 0.06 0.005 0 0 0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 footprint) Skate park (small,7000 sq.ft. N/A N/A 0.16 0.01 0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 footprint) Splash pad N/A N/A N/A 0.05 1 0.4 Met 0.5 Met 0.9 Met Trail(natural surface,per 2.33 0 mile) 0.1 0.14 0.3 2.3 0.92 3.22 1.86 5.1 3.74 Trail(paved, p 1.04 1.36 per mile) Water features N/A N/A N/A 0.3 3 2.3 Met 3.2 0.2 5.1 2.1 'Based on a population of-7,600 in 2015. zBased on a projected population of-10,720 in 2020. 313ased on a build-out population of-17,000 in 2040. *Other facilities may exist at a Kennedale school,but may not be open to the public or user preference goesto students 341 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran J Chapter & Mission and Goals \ASON: "You're here,your home—a serene environment to engage the senses and build relations—to preserve, conserve and inspire our community." The focus of this parks and open space master plan is ultimately to meet the needs of both current and future residents by building on the City's existing assets and identifying new opportunities. It will serve as a guide for the planning and development of Kennedale's park and open space system for the next ten years. The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan will provide direction to ensure the existing park system is preserved and protected and the future park system is efficiently and effectively planned. The master plan enables planners to assess priorities and establish strategic resolutions toward maintaining and developing future park services. 1. Preserve and maintain a viable and balanced open space network 2. Promote a healthy green community 3. Provide leisure opportunities for all ages 4. Expand recreational opportunities in the floodplains of the Trinity Inver / Village (reek watershed 5. Build and enhance community partnerships 6. Preserve and enhance the city's natural, historical, and cultural resources 7. Improve and ensure park safety and security 8. Ensure that park and open space needs of the city are met currently aswell as in the future a rategies Listed below are strategies to help attain the above goals: This provides a basis for analysis of the available programs and facilities and identifying current trends through citizen survey data. 2. Develop and Implement programs that encourage public participation In both active and passive ° 7reatlon programs, Public participation programs and educational awareness programs lead to a sense of ownership and stewardship of the land. It engenders a feeling of belonging to a community and thereby the City as a whole. It also encourages social interaction and well-being among citizens. 351 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran 3. Develop a system of pedestrian and bike-friendly linkages between neighborhoods and the larger Tegional Veloweb plan for the Metroplex. Connectivity is the backbone of a successful infrastructure. It can be used to link various sectors of the City such as neighborhoods, school districts, parks and other facilities. Integrating trails and linear park systems within the City and extending them to connect to the larger trail systems within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is another method to invite partnerships with neighboring cities t hat encourages economic growth and attracts development. 4. Preserve and protect the Qt>rs natural environment and native ecosystems to the greatest extent possible. Identify key areas that have historical, ecological and environmental significance to the City (past, present, and future) to highlight the City's dedication to preserving and maintaining a sustainable community. These can be achieved through inventorying locations of historical significance to the City and the community at large, adopting an approved native plant list to promote water conservation and ecological preservation, and adopting landscape provisions within developments to provide aesthetic yet functional streetscapes. Parks provide further alternatives to promote arts and culture within the community and stimulate community engagement. 5. wand economic growth and public health through Joint programming Working with developers, investors, and school systems to expand and maintain park facilities through incentives and national, state, and local funding paves the way for the City to achieve a healthy community profile. Parks provide the means for children to learn and grow socially, promote economic development within cities, are a proponent of green infrastructure, encourage physical activity, and contribute to climate management. Infrastructure maintenance is an important contributor to quality park facilities. Proper and adequate lighting, emergency call boxes, and trash receptacles at specific locations and along trailhead areasare keyto the regular use and functioning of a park system. Park Sjstem Goa 1. Provide park land and a variety of recreation facilities and programs to meet the changing recreational needs and desires of the City of Kennedale. 2. Continue to maintain and manage the park system to improve the physical form and image of the City of Kennedale. 3. Improve and maintain safety within the park system. • Develop short and long-range programs for expansion and upgrading of Kennedale's park system. 361 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran • Provide recreational facilities that address the needs of all age groups,young and old, active and passive, and in all sod o-economi c cat egori es. • Acquire park land before the existing vacant land is in its entirety dedicated to development. • Develop land acquired and dedicated to future parks in a consistent and focused manner. • Acquire park and open space sites that are prominent and highly visible in the neighborhoods that surround them. • Utilize landscape design at key Qty portals and along selected street medians to create an attractive image of the Qty. Trail Design 1. create a citywide network that is connected to neighboring trail systems. 2. Build accessibility and connectivity for all citizens. 3. Emphasize the character of the Qty. 4. Improve and maintain safety within the trail system. Objective, • Establish an interconnected network of trail systems by connecting various tracts of land to other neighboring trail systems throughout the region. • Design the trail system to meet national standards for safety and accessibility. • The trail system shall be designed with the intention to acknowledge the special heritage of the Qty by giving the trails namesthat acknowledge notable past citizensof Kennedale. • The trail system shall be designed by considering safety as its highest priority. —,-'I Design Descriptic�, Trail design is one of the most important factors to ensure that the trail route offers optimum scenic, geologic, historic, cultural, and biological sites to provide a variety of diverse areas for the trail user to experience. Trail design is the critical component to making the trail sustainable, reducing impacts on the natural environment, and minimizing future trail maintenance. The National Park Service definition of a sustainable trail is asfollows: • Sapportscurrent and future use with minimal impact to the area's natural systems. • Produces negligible soil lossor movement while allowing vegetation to inhabit the area. • FL-cognizes that pruning or removal of certain plants may be necessary for proper trail construction and maintenance. • Does not adversely affect the area'swildlife. • Accommodates existing use while allowing only appropriate future use. • Faquireslittle rerouting and minimal trail maintenance. 371 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Compliancy The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1991 provided legislation to improve access to buildings, parks, and trails, as well as many other aspects of life. Complying with ADA legislation includes more than having a trail or walkway be wheelchair accessible. Pedestrian trails are the only trails that are required to be ADA accessible. Trail surfaces generally should not exceed 5%slopes and have a cross slope of greater than 20/a ADA accessible trails also are required to have a firm and stable surface. Most ADA compliant trails have a paved concrete or asphalt surface, but a hard packed dirt surface without obstructions can be an accessible surface. Lighau. ,A Emergency Call Station Trail lighting and emergency call stations can be utilized in order to make citizens feel more secure while on the trail. The Regional Veloweb is a Regional Transportation Council initiative promoted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments(NCTOOG), a part of the Mobility2040 plan reviewed in January 2016. It is a trail system that consists of a 1,728 mile network of existing and planned off-street, shared-use paths that are designed for use by bicyclists, pedestrians, and non-motorized forms of active transportation within the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. This network is a means to connect neighboring cities within the DFW region by means of a recreational "interstate", with planned routes that may be prioritized for future funding grants. The Veloweb trail system is focused on connecting communities, bridging barriers, and also making connectionsto housing, employment, and entertainment areaswithin the region. One of the main benefits of connecting the City's master plan of trail systemsto the Regional Veloweb is the provision of easy accessto and green connectivity between neighborhoods, schools, and destination points along the way. Figure 13, on the following page, is the draft map of the proposed Veloweb network, and Figure 14 is a dose-up of it passing though Kennedale to highlight the connectivity benefits. 381 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 13. NCr01GV'el®web*stem T.snaMCce. 74.16 em Y r_ l '1 'n - 1 r f e y�:..� ta.• �-.,a .v ,Legend .0�41�T"y.. Ra 11 Trails , •. `- €.. l - •�-, .,.._ ^_ PiNdN 2910 rVnbAeB T 3 f 4y u ra116 and B7kenaYB E."v _ ti L•. -��Qr�eN.Fe�eWb - �CC.A.+J r "�.✓4n5EeM.l+ISeletl Figure 14.Vel®web through Kennedale G C� — +� +1 .Hill ti I SU B } Legend lT L Kennedale 1 g DRAFT 5!14!15 ?� Regional Trails J—N_,2035 Regional Veloweb _ O—N_:�Proposed 2040 Regional Vel0wet7 Trails and Bikeways 7�i Off-Steel,Exisling ,y ""\....Off-Street.Funded Off-Street,Planned �.On-Street.Existing - '--\�On-Street.Funded On-Street.Planned 391 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran _j Indoor and Outdoor Recreational Recommendations The City of Kennedale is ripe with potential in regards to its recreational opportunities. While the current indoor and outdoor facilities are lacking in both size and location to adequately address the current and future needsof Kennedale, the City is in a great position to create policy that will encourage residents and businessesto participate in the movement toward building a better home. The Qty of Kennedale is primed to have one of the most dynamic park systems across the Elate of Texas. In order to accomplish this goal, it is important to identify our recreational needs and compare them to external standards. In the previous chapter, these needs were identified in the park and facility needs assessments. In the Park Needs Assessment, it was determined that there is a need for additional park land. °9Adoor Reaeatlonal Recom radatlons • Acquire park land: The need to acquire park land will always be present within a growing community. As new development occurs, so does the need for more park land for residents. There is a need to acquire park land especially in the western and central portions of the Qty. • Develop athletic fields for all sports(game and practice): Additional game and practice fields are a priority in order to meet Kennedale's needs. • Off leash area: Many cities have devoted park sites for off-leash areas to give pet owners and their domestic animals an area to socialize. The fenced area will primarily be grassy, irrigated open space with room for pets to run around and play with each other while allowing pet ownersto supervise without concern of the pets running away. The off leash area can be added to one of the proposed parks. • Outdoor amphitheater: According to the Qty of Kennedale standards, there is demand for one amphitheater. The amphitheater can be added to the community park or a regional park. • Raygrounds: Raygrounds should have a design that is unique to the area, and includes natural components. • Outdoor exercise equipment: Low-maintenance outdoor exercise equipment should be placed in a linear park with consecutive stations, and should accommodate userswith disabilities. While there are currently no publicly-owned indoor recreational facilities in Kennedale, there is an opportunity to cooperate with the Kennedale Independent S�hool District (143D), the Kennedale Youth Association (KYA), and possibly the community center to offer indoor recreational opportunities to residents during the monthswhen weather is not ideal for outdoor activities. • Partner with the 14SDto develop more publicaocessto indoor sports facilities such asoourtsand gymnasiums. • Partner with the bSD to offer programs during the summer and winter months that will keep the youth active all year long. 401 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan • Multi-purpose room: There is no existing city fad Iity which fulfills the need for banquet fad Iities for large groups. A large room with full-service kitchen facilities is needed within the City to provide a location for banquet-style special eventswithout moving the event beyond city limits. • Exercise room: This active environment is desirable for many residents, but seniors would prefer a more controlled area.A separate exercise area would be necessary for seniors. • Plant additional native trees in parks as necessary for shade, environmental improvement, and aest het i c en hancement. • Provide park and recreation fad Iitiesfor all age groups, induding teens and seniors. • Provide a variety of practice fields throughout the park system. • Improve communication with the public regarding available park facilities and recreation programs. • Develop a park system maintenance program to improve the equitable distribution of maintenance, renovation of facilities, and addition of new facilities among all parks. • Implement an Interlocal cooperation Agreement for .hint Use of Property between the Town and bSD by allowing public use of existing school property for recreation facilities. r. i r 1' - 411 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Chapter & Implementation and ,fiction Ran Introduction Kennedale is a small city in terms of population and geographic area. As the City grows to develop a wider range of neighborhoods, age and density patterns have a potential to vary. Mme areasof the City are currently developing, and other areas of the City are assessed for future development. While facility standards and levels of service provide a framework for different types of park and open space development, it is important to recognize that priorities in one area of the City may not be the same as in another area. In order to address unique conditions in each area, asthe City grows, implementation strategies need to be developed in order to coordinate and oversee the facilities and maintenance of various parks and open space systems within the Qty at build-out. A full scale comprehensive parks master planning endeavor is necessary so that assets and capital projects are efficiently prioritized and allocated. The needs assessment has been calculated from the data standards established by the National R-,creation and Park Association (NRPA) guidelines, Colorado's Small Community Park Standards, aswell as the Qty of Arlington's standards in order to establish a benchmark for the Qty of Kennedale. The Parks, Facreation, and Open Space Master Ran will, through a developed trail system, connect major floodplain areas within the Qty to serve as a continuous main linear park system. Smaller parks will serve open space needs within residential subdivisions. These will cumulatively serve the Qty based on population density considerations at build-out. Based on the needs assessment, it was determined that Kennedale will need one additional regional park in the Village week area, one community park in the southwest region, and five neighborhood parks dispersed throughout the city. The Railroad Park was not included in the five additional parks because it is already planned, therefore, the area of this park was calculated as part of the current park inventory. This park system will be connected to a primary trail system; either directly or via secondary trails in Figure 15. 421 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Figure 15. Pbtentlal Locations for Parks and Trel Is LL rY� � � N •i p o LL t � E . L 0 t r # a i +'- } 3d9H M3N�IVC19 N us 431 d CL •4 d Ci7 '�■rts� *� ��■Ta i i i ■ �j ■ ■ C Y is � L� ■ C CU C - c z m � 1 ■ ■a � � e c - . NIl DNV = W L- 0- N � L 00 431 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran -j Implementation arategies Land Acquisition Kennedale currently has three neighborhood parks and one community park. Acquisition of land should be focused on the expansion of existing parks, creation of new parks, and protection of natural habitat. Land acquisition may include direct purchasing or the establishment of recreational and/or park land easements.The following recommendat ions target thistype of land acquisition. Donation of land to the City is considered a tax-deductible charitable donation. Most often the original landowner remains on the property. Once an easement is in place, it stays with the land and cannot be moved. The land can also be donated through a living will / trust, which would give the City the same rightsto the land, but without the stipulation of conservation. A fee simple land purchase transfers full ownership of the property, including the underlying title, to another party. It may also be the result of a donation, with tax benefits for the landowner from the donation. They can also be voluntary transactions between a landowner (seller) and purchaser (buyer) through fee titles transfers for the sole purpose of park and open space development. The party that holdsthe fee title has a long-term responsibility to administer and monitor the title. 'irk Land Dedlcatlr-Ordinance The Qty of Kennedale can offer incentives to developers and property owners through land dedications associated with subdivision development. This encourages a stewardship of the local landscape in addition to increasing the economic value of properties within the Qty. This promotes a both a positive image for the Qty and an aesthetic advantage that may result in further economic profits. An easement would allow the developers the ability to set aside percentages of land for conservation reasons, such asthe preservation for wildlife and riparian corridorswithin the floodplain areas. Inancing gyrations& M", One method for financing isto adopt a General Sales Tax Revenue and earmark a portion of the salestax specifically to fund both park land acquisition and maintenance. This can be an especially effective and dependable mechanism. Another method of revenue generation is through user fees, which are most appropriate when parks are used for: a) special events, b) entry controlled facilities such as recreation centers, skate parks, bike tracks, swimming pools, etc., and c) ball field facilities with centrally organized league play. 441 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Third, impact fees are a type of one-time charge developers pay to help finance their proportionate share of the cost of the roads, parks, schools and other facilities necessary to serve their new developments. A portion of the funds collected would be applied toward the new parks and trails facilities that are to be developed in order to meet the needs the new developments and the ensuing population density increase engenders. The following criteria should be considered should the City adopt an impact fee for any park and open space facility development: • Statutory limitations • Other funding options • Availability of plans and data • Current levels of service • Political support,and • Revenue potential The amount of the fee must be dearly linked to the added service cost and maintenance of the facilities. The City must make local policy decisions relating to facilities, methodology, exemptions, offsets, benefit areas, and percent cost recovery. They may be addressed toward benefit districts and assessment districtsasthe local authority's policy determines. A0110L use Facilities Partnerships between public/ private entities and the public/ school districts for joint-use facilities is an advantageous route to be used to further augment the City's park and recreation facilities. This type of agreement between the Qty and the school system is advantageous to both parties as it can maximize the efficiency of the operations and maintenance costs of each entity. Park improvement is vital to ensure that the facilities accommodate the citizens as well as exceed their wants and needs in a park system. The Qty of Kennedale is recommended to design, construct, and operate all buildings and facilities so they are accessible to, and usable by, persons with disabilities to the greatest extent reasonable. This means that all new and altered buildings and facilities should be in conformance with the appropriate design standards. It also means that a sufficient number of existing buildings and facilities should be modified to ensure that programs can be provided in an accessible location. A good park signage system performs multiple functions: it provides effective information and direction for people to find their way around the park, encourages learning experiences, helps maintain the image of the park, and communicates park rules. 451 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran 9gnage can meet specific needs,target certain areas, and at the same time be kept to a minimum in the park as a whole. It can also provide a sense of place and local pride by incorporating the history of a specific site in the overall design. Securlt The implementation of rules and regulations is designed to inform and educate visitors on the safest and most enjoyable experiences, while ensuring their own personal safety and security while visiting Kennedale's parks. Kennedale should partner with local law enforcement to provide a proactive response to suspicious and/or emergency situations. Incorporating a security-focused signage system is also encouraged to remind park visitors of Kennedale's expectations regarding the safety of its citizens. Promoting Park Watch programs within the community will increase safety and a sense of belonging and community among the citizens. There are multiple creative options for lighting the parks in Kennedale while providing a park view for the citizens, enabling the City to attract long-lived activity in the parks as well as local events, while making people feel safe and welcome. Aesthetically pleasing solar lighting can function as a sustainable measure to provide safety to citizens utilizing the parks. Using solar lighting is cost effective, since the future energy use is free and will save the Citythousandsof dollarsover traditional park Iightswhen installed in new or existing parks. The City of Kennedale has the potential to acquire additional land to expand and improve their parks. A population projection sourced by The North Texas Council of Government predicts that the population will increase to approximately 10,720 residents by 2020. Based on the demographics and geography, new parks have been proposed in addition to expanding and/or improving the existing parks in the City. In utilizing the City's topography, the proposed parks should be developed along the flood plains, with measures to mitigate possible flooding as well add a natural aesthetical appeal to the open space. Fafer to Figure 14 for more detail. 461 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pacreation, and Open Space Master Ran Linear Parks Pecent trends in linear park system design across the U.S focus on abandoned rail lines, allowing municipalities and local authoritiesto bring green areas into cities asan ecological and sustainable open space connectivity network. The acquisition of abandoned railway rights-of-way is a feasible option for many municipalities. The Qty of Kennedale has a rail line passing through its center. Besides that, existing creeks and rivers within the Qty provide a strong basis for future linear green corridor implementations. In recent years, the importance of linear parks as part of the open space needs in cities has increased, as they offer a number of benefits such as non-motorized transportation corridors, space for sports activities, recreational uses, and locations for social gathering. Linear parks generate a vital aesthetic yet practical and long-lasting impression of the Qty's image to residents and visitors, adding to a sense of place. Therefore, utilizing existing creeks and rivers for future linear park implementations or taking those areas into consideration of expands of green areas is recommended. As the Qty of Kennedale expands, emphasizing principles and standards essential for the design and functioning of the linear park establishes guidelines for future park development. The following principles will define the strategic processes for the development of linear parks for the administrative divisions of the Qty. A linear park should be a connector between parksthrough greenwayswith natural beauty that appeals to the senses (e.g., sunlight, shade, wind, view sheds). It should link schools, shopping places, workplaces, and neighborhoods through non-motorized modes of transportation such as those used on hike and bike trails.Wherever possible, a linear park should protect natural and historic areasof interest within the Qty. A basic linear park is constituted by three parts: trails, trailheads, and open space. The minimum width of a linear park system is recommended to be 50 feet. 'N ,r i T, 471 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kenneclale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran Park Concepts Railroad Historical Park All city park facilities are accessible to the public; however, Railroad Park may serve as an all-inclusive park which would answer the particular needs for physically challenged populations by incorporating ADA standards. Using the railroad theme, a concrete "railway' pathway can encircle the radius of the playground with turf or another artificial surface underneath the playground equipment for wheelchairs to maneuver. According to the theme, sufficient seating and wide walkways on play equipment can allow children with walkers and crutches access the equipment. ADA compliant swings can be installed for physically challenged visitors. All-weather historical stands or kiosks regarding the historical background of Kennedale can incorporate Braille or voice for blind visitors. In addition to additional handicap parking for this park, adequate lighting and emergency phone kiosks should be incorporated due to the special needs of the guests. Due to the special features of this park, federal grants, private foundations, and community funding may be available. f: s ti i 481 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran flash Park and Flay Fbuntains A splash park features age-specific play areas including a water wall, ground sprays, play structures, a magic touch water gun, spray cannons and power geysers. Six touch buttons allow children to interact with the play features. At ma)amum capacity, the Splash Factory can pump 2,000 gallons of re-circulated water per minute, enough to fill an average in-ground backyard swimming pool in 11 minutes. To conserve water, the city can install a swimming filter and chlorination system that re-circulates water through the park. Staff monitors and enforces age requirements for the different play areas. A recommended location is southern Kennedale, in new community where gravel pits are located. I z u The purpose of a detention pond is to suppress downstream flooding and erosion by reducing the rate of flow. Facilities designed for a single use that are located in more remote places or in open spaces create an opportunity to design them for multiple uses. Since the facility is not accessible or used during rain or severe weather conditions,the detention facility can be natural or hard surfaced with hard edges or a planted edge. L it- x L There area wide variety of funding sources available to the Qty of Kenn- dou in making t afeasible one.As the search for funding source 491 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan L aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran indispensable step in the implementation of this plan, a list of potential funding sources has been developed and can be found in Appendix A. 501 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Appendix A Funding and Grant Sources Federal, Gate, and Organizational Funding Corr munity Outdoor Outreach Program(MM Grant The 00-OP grant provides funding to local governments and non-profit organizations for programming that introduces under-served populations to environmental and conservation programs as well as the Texas Parks&Wildlife Department (TPVVD)mission-oriented outdoor activities. Energy Open curants Entergy's Open Grants Program focuses on improving communities as a whole. They provide funds for projects in the areas of arts and culture, community improvement / enrichment, the environment, and healthy families.These grantsare available to communities where Entergy hasoperations. °'—mental M–Aectlon Agency(ER ) F ilning ar"Technical Assistance for Small*stem.4 The EPA competitively awards non-profit organizations which provide training and technical assistance to small public water systems, small wastewater systems and private well owners. The funding can help provide water and wastewater system staff and private well owners with training and tools to enhance system operations and management practices, and support EPA's continuing efforts to protect public health and promote sustainability in small communities. Patagonia funds environmental work, and is interested in giving grantsto organizations that identify and work on the root causes of problems, and that approach issueswith a commitment to long-term change. Funding focuseson organizations that build astrong base of citizen support. %creatL,cal Trails Gras.., The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPVVD) administers the National Facreational Trails Fund in Texas under the approval of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).This federally funded program receives its funding from a portion of federal gas taxes paid on fuel used in non-highway recreational vehicles. The grants can be up to 80%of project cost with a maximum of $200,000 for non-motorized trail grants. Funds can be spent on both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail projectssuch as the construction of new recreational trails, the improvement of existing trails, the development of trailheads or trailside facilities, and the acquisition of trail corridors. The Local Park Grant Program consists of 5 individual programs that assist local units of government with the acquisition and/or development of public recreation areas and facilities throughout the Elate of Texas. The Program provides 50%matching grants on a reimbursement basis to eligible applicants. All grant-assisted sites must be dedicated as park land in perpetuity, properly maintained and open to the public. 511 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran _J The Tee Community Development Block Grant Prograrr This program uses federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to provide a variety of assistance to smaller communities. This program is administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture's Office of Feral Affairs. Community Development Program This fund distributes the majority of Texas CDBG grants. Funds are awarded once every two years through 24 regional competitions for assistance to eligible cities and counties to address public facilities and housing needs. Bigible activities include infrastructure projects such as sewer and water system improvements, street, bridge, and drainage improvements, and housing rehabilitation. Project beneficiaries must be 51 percent low and moderate income. Grants range from $100,000 to more than $500,000, depending on the region. Matching funds are typically required. The Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation works to improve the communities and schools they serve. The foundation supports non-profit organizations and public institutions that support public education and community improvement and has grant funds available for playground projects($5,000- $25,000). m iracie•s grants for Americas CAiiarer. Up to $5 million in grant money is available to schools and parks around the country who want to purchase new playground equipment through Miracle's Grants for America's Children program. Miracle, a playground manufacturer for over 80 years, awards grants for purchase of equipment based on an assessment of the current playground equipment proposal, size of project, and amount of grant funding available. Shade Structure Gr�* The American Academy of Dermatology's Shade Structure Grant Program awards grants to public schools and non-profit organizations for installing permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds. Each grant is valued at up to $8,000, which indudesthe structure and installation. States and local governments are eligible to apply for matching grants to fund public outdoor recreation and areas and fad Iities. Let's Ray I nitiative Dr. Pepper 8happle Group has made a three-year, $15 million commitment, as part of KaBOOM!'s Let's Ray Initiative, to help construct and improve playground areas. Municipalities and non-profit organizations with a playground or outdoor recreational space that is currently unsafe for children can apply for construction grants. The Initiative also offers Let's Ray Completion Grants, which can be used toward the completion or improvement of an existing playground. This grant program has an ongoing deadline. In addition, there are also opportunities for communities to partner with school districts to apply for Joint Use Grantsto open school recreation facilitiesto the public during non-school hours. 521 Parkv , Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kenneclale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran Community Facilities Grant Program The ODmmunity Facilities Grant program is funded by the Department of Agriculture (USDA). This program provides grants to communities with fewer than 20,000 residents to construct and renovate facilities used for public service, health care, recreation, community service, and public safety. Funds are also used to purchase equipment that is needed to operate the facilities. Bigible applicants include non- profit organizations, municipalities, towns, districts and tribal government agencies. Areas with the lowest population and income levels receive higher grant considerations. Up to 75 percent of the project costs are covered by the grant. The amount of funding is dependent on the median income and population of the applicant entity. Outdoor Recreational Grant Ror°,° The National Park Service (NPS) sponsors the Outdoor Recreational Grant program through the Land & Water Conservation Fund. Grants are used to acquire land and plan and develop recreational areas such as playgrounds, tennis courts, outdoor swimming pools, hiking trails, picnic areas, campgrounds, and boat-launching ramps. Funds are also used to build restrooms, water systems, and other support facilities for the general public. States, cities, counties, and park districts are eligible to apply for these grants, and over the course of NPSs history, more than $5 billion has been awarded for preservation and recreation grants. Fundsare allocated as matching with state grants. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sponsors the state-administered Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Grants from this program are used to acquire real estate property for public use, demolish blighted structures, and construct and renovate public service facilities, recreational facilities, and public and private buildings. Funds are also used to support economic development activities including assisting micro-enterprises. Grants are administered by states to cities and counties with fewer than 50,000 and 200,000 residents respectively. Up to 3 percent of the grant can be allocated to cover technical assistance and administrative expense. ,may ildints Grani4 The National Environmental Education Foundation will provide Friends Groups with grant funds of up to $5,000 to help build their capacity to serve public lands. The U.S Snccer Foundation is accepting Letters of Inquiry for its Safe Races to Play program, which provides grants to organizations to help them build or enhance a field space in their communities. Grants will be awarded for the installation of field surfaces, lighting, and irrigation. Arbor .. Foundation TD Green Streets supports innovative practices in community forestry. Through this grant program, municipalities are eligible to receive one of ten $20,000 grants in support of local forestry projects in low-to moderate-income neighborhoods. 531 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran U.S, Fish&Wildlife Service The Small Grants Program is a competitive, matching grants program that supports public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the United States that further the goals of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. These projects must involve long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds. National Recreation and Plarks Association A new member benefit for NRPA members, Fund Your Park is a crowd funding platform designed exclusively for park and recreation agencies. Selected projects will be profiled on the platform for funding,whether it'sfor building a new playground or installing trail signs. F��eirrarnrsmar�4�l Imfe'arrvw�a}Is�,rn ��M��INI�4+ar?ark fsar�rw#�^R The Exchange Network Grant Program provides funding to states, territories, and federally recognized Indian Tribes to support the development of an Environmental Information Exchange Network. The Exchange Network is an internet- and standards-based, secure information systems network that supports the electronic collection, exchange, and integration of high-quality data. Funding for the grant program hasbeen provided through annual congressional appropriations for the EPA. The purpose of the Environmental Justice Grant Program is for EPA to provide financial assistance to support community-based organizations to collaborate and partner with other stakeholders (e.g., industry, government, academia, etc.)to develop and implement solutionsthat will significantly address environmental and/or public health issuesat the local level. 'A'_ rnentad 11ustice4-1,rou @h PbIlutlorr '1�°eventlo The Environmental Justice through Pollution Prevention (EJP2) grant program supports community- based groups across the nation develop collaborative approaches to achieve environmental justice through pollution prevention. Clean Water Financing Indudes guidance and information about the following programs: • Clean Water Elate Revolving Fund(GWS:T-) program • Water Pollution Control Program Grants for states • Water Quality Cooperative Agreements • Clean Water Indian Program Grants • Pollution Prevention (P2) • Water Grants and Funding • Watershed Funding City-Generated Funding SDurces • General fund expendituresare primarily used for improvements or repairsto existing parks and facilities.Typically general fund expenditures are for smaller repair and replacement efforts. 541 Park= , Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan L aty of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran • Bond funds are primarily targeted toward new facilities. • Bectric utility partnerships can be established for utility easement trails. This partnership typically does not involve monetary contributions; however, it does include use agreements for easements held by utility companies. • Water utility bill oontributiorw. Fasidents of the city can choose to add a small amount to their water collection bills to fund park improvements. In this way, the City of Austin has raised almost $50,000 for the city's parksand Iibrariessince 2013. • Half cent sales tax funds: Using this source, the City of Mansfield was able to raise$3.4 million in 2007. • Park donations funds can be used for applicable projects, equipment, and general facility improvements. • Park development fee funds. This type of funding is received from developers for removing quality trees for development. The revenue generated is used to plant trees and to irrigate city properties. +W KISD i Committed To Excellence - . li = �.jY' w°'er� 551 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran Appendix R pity Pbliey Cultural and Natural Landscapes Protection We recommend the City of Kennedale initiate a Conservation and Development Ran or a Natural Fasource Management Ordinance to protect the cultural and natural landscapes. By protecting natural environments and encouraging native landscaping, the City can increase the value of residential and commercial properties within the Qty, maintain and enhance a positive image for the attraction of new businesses to the Qty, protect healthy quality trees, and promote the natural and aesthetic qualities of the Qty. 1. Enforcement of Tree Ordinance The purpose of this ordinance is to promote site planning which furthers the preservation of mature trees and natural areas,to protect trees during construction, to facilitate site design and construction, and to control the removal of treeswhen necessary. 2. Encouragement of park land dedication This will promote neighborhood and community parks intended to serve the people in the proximate areas, protect the interest of current residents, and to manage growth. 3. Preserving and planting of native landscaping and drought resistant plants The purpose is to provide for the orderly and aesthetic development of the Qty. By requiring a minimum of landscape elements such as trees, shrubs and ground cover with suitable irrigation, landscaping and buffer yards separate land uses from each other to eliminate or minimize potential nuisances such as dirt, litter, noise, glare of lights, signs, and unsightly buildings or parking areas, or provide spacing to reduce adverse impacts,odor or danger. 4. Protecting geological interest and protected animal species The creation, enhancement and promotion of suitable natural green space is a strategy for buffering or providing appropriate avoidance measures away from sensitive ecological areas. A survey of the Qty can identify existing and possible conservation areas. 5. Conservation and enforcement of natural resources Fasidents and officials can actively participate in conserving and protecting the Qty's natural resources: green belt watershed, ground and surface water resources, and aquatic habitats. Staff can provide an environmental education center or information classes on how proper maintenance and disposal practices can reduce risks to surface and groundwater resources and promote water conservation. 561 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Ran Park Land and Linear Park Dedication Ordinance The City of Kennedale imposes a fee in lieu of park development. We recommend the Qty of Kennedale revise their ordinance to provide a park land dedication. The park land dedication requirement would apply to subdivision developers or builders and would mandate a dedication of land for a park and/or pay a fee to be used by the government entity to acquire and develop park facilities(the choice should be the Qty's to make). CITYORDINANCE MANSRBD ARJNGTON BENBROOK Parkland Dedication Ordinance Ordinance(2011) Parkland Dedication Ord. 1231§1; Ord. 1203§1 fiction 156 Park Land Zoningandlor section 6.7.2. Cand D; Dedication& 16.04.045 Dedication Guidelines 10.4.20 Development Fee Prior to final plat or Timing of Requirement issuance of building Plat application to city Filing Plat permit Park land dedication Park land dedication requirements and park requirements and park development fee development fee Park land shall equal one acre assessments are based Land Requirements assessments are based for each one hundred upon the mathematical formulas and upon the mathematical proposed dwelling units formula and Parks& allocations set forth Pecreation Director review within the plan. Recorded Land-Survey Title or purchase Conveyed Re General Warranty Deed to Qty agreement (sale) Director of Parks and Determined by Parks& Determined by Planning and Land Assessment Re Zoning/Community Recreation Recreation Director Development Fee in lieu of land Yes Yes Yes Fee Assessment Calculation Calculation Calculation Mansfield Park Facilities Deposit Development Park Development Fee park land Dedication Fund Corporation (MPFDC) Ordinance Table continued on next page. 571 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan aty of Kennedale Parks, Fbcreation, and Open Space Master Ran am SR UNBFZC OIt Pare, historic or endangered natural Outside floodplain, ready Suitable, ready access to Additional areas priority,outside access to public street, public street, located in flood Requirements floodplain,access to walkway, public utilities plain acceptable,drainage public street, no dump underground areas site Acquire or leasing of Fee usage park land and Maintenance bond for Only for acquisition or park parks improvement development of parks Comprehensive Plan Yes Yes Yes Standards Credit for Private Park Yes,discretion of city Yes,discretion of city Yes,discretion of city Appeal Planning and Zoning Parks and Recreation Planning and Zoning Commission Director Oommission Non-residential park No Yes No land dedication Park land dedication in ED Yes,subdivision Yes,subdivision Yes,subdivision Updated ' Every 3 years Annually ' Every 3 years Floodplain Protection Roodplains play an important role in natural flood and erosion control. In water management, floodplai ns filter nutrients and impurities from runoff and benefit wildlife.We recommend the City of Kennedale review their ordinance to protect the floodplai ns wit hi n the City.Working with the Texas Roodplain Management Association JFMA),the City can protect life, health,and property in the event of flooding. Community regulations include the following: • Adopt and enforce a flood damage prevention ordinance, • Require permitsfor all typesof development in the floodplain, • Establish natural areaswith native vegetation to enhance the natural function of the floodplain, • Protect existing vegetation and topography within afloodplain, • Rant treesin thefloodplain, • Restrict structureson a floodplain or ensure that building sitesare reasonably safe, • Require elevation certifi cat esto document compliance, • Carefully consider requestsfor variances, • Conduct field inspection and cite violations, • Manage stormwater on-site in upland areas to reduce contri but ions from run-off, and • Reserve the floodplain for passive recreation activity use only. 581 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan City of Kennedale Parks, Pecreation, and Open Space Master Ran City of Kennedade City Fall 4015 Municipal Drive Kennedale,TX76060 (817)965-2100 591 Parks, Recreation , and Open Space Master Plan KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: DECISION ITEMS- D. I. Subject: Consider approval of Ordinance 597 re-appointing Kennedale Municipal Court Presiding Judge, William "Bill" Lane and Associate Judge, Craig Magnuson, and re-appointing Erin Bakker, as the alternative Associate Judge II. Originated by: Tiffany tpenhallegon, Municipal Court Administrator III. Summary: As required by Section 9.03 of the City of Kennedale Home Rule Charter, this ordinance is being presented for consideration of re-appointment for William "Bill" Lane as the Kennedale Municipal Court's Presiding Judge and Craig Magnuson as the Municipal Court Associate Judge. Both have served a two- year term consecutive with the Mayor. It is also recommending re-appointing Erin Bakker as an alternative Associate Judge for the Kennedale Municipal Court. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: There is no additional cost or financial impact to the re-appointment of our current judge or the re- appointment of the alternative associate judges. V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: F 1. Ordinance 597 Appoint 0160627 ORDINANCE 597 Ordinance to Appoint Court Jude rudge.docx 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 ORDINANCE NO. 597 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS APPOINTING THE JUDGE AND ASSOCIATE JUDGES OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF RECORD IN THE CITY OF KENNEDALE; PROVIDING THAT TH I S ORDI NANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABI LITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale, Texas is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council has created a municipal court of record pursuant to Chapter 30 of the Texas Government Code; and WHEREAS, Chapter 30 of the Texas Government Code relating to municipal courts of record provides that thej udge of the municipal court of record shall be appointed by the City Counci I by ordi nance; and WHEREAS, the workload of the Kennedale Municipal Court is not large enough to support a f ul I ti me M uni ci pal Court Judge; and WHEREAS, it is of great benefit to the City of Kennedale to have an experienced municipal court j udge sit on the bench of the munici pal court of the City of Kennedale; and WHEREAS, Section 574.001, Texas Government Code requires that a finding be made to the effect that a person who serves as an officer in more than one appoi nted position obtain a f i ndi ng from the governing body that such officer has satisfied Article XVI, Section 40, of the Texas Constitution; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS: SECTION 1. It is hereby found that the office of municipal court judge of the City of Kennedale is of benefit to the State of Texas and to the City of Kennedale and that there is no conflict between the office of municipal court j udge of Kennedale and the office of municipal judge in any other ci ty. SECTION 2. William "Bill" Lane is hereby reappointed as the M unici pal Judge of the municipal court of record in the City of Kennedale, Texas for a two year term beginning June 1, 2016. At the expiration of said term, in accordance with Article 16, Section 17 of the Texas Constitution, Judge Lane shall I Conti nue to serve unti I his successor shall I be duly qual ified. SECTION 3. Crai g M agnuson and Eri n Bakker are hereby appoi nted as the associ ate j udges to serve when theMunicipal Judge i s tem porari I y absent or unableto serve. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be cumulative of ad I other ordinances of the City of Kennedale, and shall not repeal any of the provision of such ordinances except in those instances when provisions of such ordinances are in direct conflict with the provisions of this ordinance, in which theevent the conflicting provisionsof such ordinances are hereby repealed. SECTION 5. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. SECTION 6. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law, and it issoordained. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Kennedale, Texas, this the 27th day of June 2016. ATTEST: APPROVED: L esl i e Gad I oway, Ci ty Secretary B ri an Johnson, Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: City Attorney KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: DECISION ITEMS- E. I. Subject: Consider approval of an Ordinance 599 amending the city's schedule of administrative fees II. Originated by: Finance Director, Director of Finance & IT III. Summary: The purpose of this ordinance is to set forth those fees and charges authorized to be charged by the City of Kennedale pursuant to specific authorization by the City Council. Fees and charges help offset both direct and indirect costs associated with the administration, investigation and implementation of ordinances and regulations applicable to development, as well as numerous other City activities and operations. The City Council last approved revisions to this "schedule" of fees and charges on October 19, 2015 (Administrative Fees: Pavilion Rentals, Library, Water Deposits). For the purposes of this update, City staff would like to incorporate several changes.. In terms of staffs reasoning for the denoted items: New Records Request Fees, New Storm Water Deposit, Change the Court Credit Card Fee to 6% based on new agreement with Traffic Payment, Adjust the Finger Print Fees to correct amount, and zoning verification letter and plan review fees that were left off previous schedule. IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: Approve VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Ordinance 599- Schedule of Fees 10rdinance 599.docx P. Exhibit A- Schedule of Fees ISchedule of Fees (Proposed) June 2016. df 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 ORDINANCE NO. 599 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2-3 OF THE KENNEDALE CITY CODE (1991), AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING, REPEALING, OR PROVI DI NG FOR FEES FOR CERTAI N CI TY SERVI CES; PROVI DI NG FOR THE ADOPTION OF ADDITIONAL FEES BY ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF FEES INCONSISTENT WITH THE FEES ESTABLISHED HEREIN; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABI LI TY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS HEREOF; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER; AND PROVI DI NG AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article X1, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, in order to offset costs associated with the administration, investigation and implementation of ordinances and regulations applicable to development and other activities, the City Counci I has previously established a schedule of fees; and W H EREAS, the City Counci I now deli res to update its schedule of fees by amendi ng or repeal i ng certai n fees and adopt ng new fees; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to repeal all previously adopted fees, which are inconsistent with f ees establ i shed by t h i s ord i nance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS, THAT: SECTION 1. Section 2-3 of the Kennedale City Code (1992), as amended, is hereby amended to read as follows.. "Sec. 2-3. Fees f or L i censes, I nspecti ons, Perm ts, etc. (a) All persons, f i rms or corporations applying for I i censes, inspections, permits or other city services, activities or uses that, by their nature, require the applicant to pay a fee i ncident to such application, shall be required to pay the following fees as established in Exhibit (b) The City Council shall periodically review the need for and the amount of fees for city services, uses and activities and shall adopt or revise it from time to time. (c) In addition to the fees established in paragraph (a) above, the City Council may adopt other ordinances from time to time establishing various fees for city services, activities and uses. (d) It shall beaviolation of this Section to conduct any activity or commence any usefor which the payment of a fee is required unless such fee has been paid." SECTION 2. The fees set forth in Exhibit A attached to thi s ordi nance are hereby adopted. SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Kennedale, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repeal ed. SECTION 4. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be decl ared unconstitutional by the vaI i d judgment or decreeof any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. SECTION 5. Any person, firm or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be fined not more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for each offense. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense. SECTION 6. AI I rights and remedies of the City of Kennedale are expressly saved as to any and ad violations of the provisions of Section 2-3 of the Kennedale City Code (1991), as amended, or any other ordi nance or code provision affecting fees whi ch have accrued at the ti me of the effective date of this ordinance; and, as to such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both civil and cri mi nal, whether pendi ng i n court or not, under such ordinances, same shall not be affected by this ordinance but may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts. SECTION 7. The City Secretary of the City of Kennedale is hereby directed to publish the caption, penalty clause, publication clause and effective date of this ordinance in every issue of the official newspaper of the City of Kennedale for two days, or one issue of the newspaper if the official newspaper is a weekly newspaper, as authorized by Section 52.011 of the Local Government Code. SECTION 8. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law, and it isso ordained. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Kennedale, Texas, this the 27th day of June, 2016. ATTEST: APPROVED: Ci ty Secretary, L esl i e Gal I oway Mayor, Brian Johnson APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: City Attorney, Wayne K. Olson bjO l C7 °' bA bA bO p "w- H� O b�A s. bs.A x 0 C 3 C) W H� C) O '� tom. C1.'p N tom. � bjO c o >U wo w° o C) c E bq UO a a o o x o 0 ° o v ° s. 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Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 1. Ordinance 600 10rdinance 600.docx 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169 ORDINANCE NO. 600 AN ORDINANCE DELETING SECTION 16-117 OF THE KENNEDALE CITY CODE TO DELETE THE PAYMENT OF COMPENSATION TO MEMBERS OF THE YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, the City of Kennedale has previously provided for compensation to members of the city council and certain other boards and commissions of the city for their service such that the members of those bodies will be immune from individual liability for common law torts under state law under Section 101.106 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code; and WHEREAS, the Council now desires to delete the compensation to members of the Youth Advisory Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENNEDALE, TEXAS, THAT: SECTION 1. The Kennedale City Code is hereby amended by deleting Section 16-117 "Compensation" of Article IX "Youth Advisory Council" of Chapter 16 "Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Activities". SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Kennedale, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed. SECTION 3. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the city council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this ordinances shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the city council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section. \\192.168.60.110\s1stream\KENNEDALETX\Ofh34hbi.ezx.docx (06-20-16) Page 1 SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, and it is so ordained. PASSED AN APPROVED ON THIS 271h DAY OF JUNE, 2016. APPROVE: Mayor Brian Johnson ATTEST: City Secretary, Leslie Galloway APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: City Attorney, Wayne K. Olson \\192.168.60.110\s1stream\KENNEDALETX\Ofh34hbi.ezx.docx (06-20-16) Page 2 KENNEDALE You're Here,Your Home www.cityofkennedale.com Staff Report to the Honorable Mayor and City Council Date: June 27, 2016 Agenda Item No: EXECUTIVE SESSION -A. I. Subject: The City Council may meet in closed session at any time during the work session or the regular 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 on any item posted on the agenda. 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. 108 New Hope Road 2. 6727 Hudson Village Creek II. Originated by: III. Summary: IV. Fiscal Impact Summary: V. Legal Impact: VI. Recommendation: VII.Alternative Actions: VIII.Attachments: 405 Municipal Drive, Kennedale, TX 76060 1 Telephone: 817-985-2100 1 Fax: 817-478-7169