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06.08.2000 CC Minutes2464 MINUTES OF KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP -JUNE 8, 2000 100 E. BROADWAY ST. -COMMUNITY CENTER Mayor Wright called the workshop to order at 6:32 p.m. Members present: Mayor Wright, Councilmembers Clark, Barrett, Vaughn and Kovach. Members absent: Councilmember Hoover. Staff present: Ted Rowe and Kathy Turner A. Workshop regarding update on construction of new city hall and proposed new Library building. Mr. Frank Callahan representing Callahan & Associates briefed council on the construction phase of city hall. He said Council needed to render a decision on the exterior aggregate, floor tiling, and bid alternates. Bid alternates included the clock tower, re-paving of the back parking lot adjacent to the Senior Citizen Building, wood wainscot for the counciUcourt chambers, quarry the flooring in the lobby in lieu of stained concrete, and the drive through window for utility billing. In addition, Mr. Callahan spoke about the need for a sprinkler system if an addition was to be added to the building. He stated that it would be a benefit to the city to go ahead and stub the plumbing now to prevent a further expense in the future. Next, Mr. Callahan addressed the proposed Library facility. He said that after meeting with the Library Advisory Board, a proposed 8,000 square foot building was designed with an approximate cost of $892,400. Mr. Callahan stated that the building could be developed in phases with the first phase consisting of 4,500 square feet. In closing, Mr. Callahan requested a workshop with Council to decide on the elements of the city hall and budget figures for the Library so preparation of plans could be developed. Mayor Wright addressed Mrs. Melode Seremet, President of the Library Advisory Board regarding matching grants for the construction of the Library. Mrs. Seremet stated that she needed something in writing stating that the City would commit funds for the proposed Library building before making application for grants. Mayor Wright requested that Mrs. Seremet provide sample forms for Council review prior to any commitments. B. Workshop on proposed noise ordinance. Council reviewed a proposed noise ordinance drafted by legal counsel. Discussion involved around time frames and level of noise that is acceptable. A public hearing was scheduled for July 6 at 6:30 p.m. to receive input from all concerned citizens and business owners. [J C. Adjournment Wright adjourned the workshop at 7:50 p.m. ,~ .• Y F KE ti% O N .~~ • ~ • • • • ~. ~~. ~~: ,'~ -~ City Secretary APPROVED: Mayor, ark S. Wright 2465 i 2466 MINUTES OF KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL JUNE 8, 2000 -REGULAR MEETING 100 E. BROADWAY ST. -COMMUNITY CENTER Mayor Wright called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. Members present: Mayor Wright, Councilmembers Clark, Barrett, Vaughn and Kovach. Members absent: Councilmember Hoover. Staff present: Ted Rowe, Kathy Turner, Lynette Whidden, Mort Wetterling, and legal counsel, Wayne K. Olson. Councilmember Barrett gave the invocation. A. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. To receive citizen's comments regarding a proposed zone change of 14.79 acres from "R- 2" Single Family District to "AG" Agriculture District. The request is from four property owners: Ima C. Story, 901 Little School Road; Christine Uddleston Mitchell, 909 Little School Road; Turk Gibson, 913 Little School Road; and Paula A. Suttle, 925 Little School Road. Mr. Jim Schell, Attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Gary Mitchell of 909 Little School Road, Kennedale, Texas, addressed Council regarding the proposed zone change. Mr. Schell said his clients requested the zone change to forbid high-density housing, allow open space, and maintain rural character. In addition, a petition was submitted with surrounding property owner signatures in favor of the zone change. Mrs. Paula Suttle of 925 Little School Road, Kennedale, Texas, who did not register to speak, questioned her zoning designation of single family, as well as the land use of her property. City Manager, Ted Rowe replied that the property had been zoned single family for over 15 years and recommended Mrs. Suttle visit city hall to review land uses. Mr. Turk Gibson of 913 Little School Road, Kennedale, Texas, who did not register to speak, stated that the property should be zoned agriculture. Councilmember Vaughn questioned the reasoning for agriculture zoning. Mr. Mitchell replied that he is requesting the zone change to prevent appearing before the Board of Adjustment to request a special use permit for animals, if he so desired to have any. Mr. Schell, attorney representing Mr. Mitchell replied that the zone change was also being requested by the applicant to allow construction of a metal storage barn, which is not allowed in the "R-2" zoning classification. Councimember Kovach questioned the other applicants as to their reasoning for the zone change. Mrs. Suttle replied that her reasoning was to prevent smaller subdivision of five- acre tracts. Mrs. Story said that she thought her property was zoned agriculture all along and didn't know otherwise. 2467 Mr. Darrell Collins, renter of 901 Little School Road, Kennedale, Texas, who did not sign in to speak, spoke in favor of the proposed zone change. No other discussion, Mayor Wright closed public hearing one at 8:32 p.m. 2. To receive citizen's comments regarding a proposed ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 153, Park Dedication Requirements. No persons signed in to speak for or against the proposed park dedication requirements. Mayor Wright closed public hearing two at 8:34 p.m. B. VISITORS/CITIZENS FORUM Mr. Dennis Wales of 6607 Crestfield Drive, Arlington, Texas made a brief presentation before Council regarding a proposed Wal-Mart building site within the City of Arlington and a portion of the City of Kennedale. Mr. Wales provided a proposed site plan to each Councilmember and questioned what the City of Kennedale's intention was in relation to opposition of the store, widening of Little School Road, policing the parking lot, roadway impact fees, and traffic congestion? Council did not respond to Mr. Wales' questions as it is prohibited during visitor/citizens forum. Mayor Wright did state that city staff was scheduled to meet with representatives from the City of Arlington to discuss the proposed site. Mr. Ted Trept of 901 Shady Creek Drive, Kennedale, Texas, addressed council regarding the proposed Wal-Mart site. He spoke about trends of Wal-Mart abandoning sites and leaving the buildings vacant, crime statistics from surrounding Wal-Mart sites, police protection, and traffic congestion on Little School Road. Mr. James Kite and Mrs. Joyce Kite of 408 S. New Hope Road, Kennedale, Texas, registered opinions against the racetracks and the noise from such. Both will appear during the pubic hearing relating to the proposed noise ordinance on July 6, 2000. C. REGULAR ITEMS 1. Consider approval of minutes: City Council minutes of the May 11, 2000 workshop and regular meeting. Councilmember Barrett moved to approve the minutes as they were submitted, seconded by Councilmember Clark. Motion carried. 2. Consider appointment of Mayor-Pro Tem. Councilmember Barrett moved to appoint Councilmember Kovach as Mayor Pro-Tem, seconded by Councilmember Clark. Councilmembers Barrett, Clark and Vaughn voted aye, with Councilmember Kovach abstaining. Motion carried. 3. Consider approval of request from Duncan Disposal for a temporary surcharge of three percent 3 % applicable to commercial customers. 2468 City Manager, Ted Rowe advised Council that Duncan Disposal had withdrawn their request for a temporary surcharge. No action was taken. 4. Consider approval of Ordinance No. 193, Zone Change 00-02 to "AG" Agriculture District. Requested by Mrs. Story, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Gibson, and Ms. Suttle. Councilmember Barrett moved to deny Ordinance No. 193, Zone Change 00-02, seconded by Councilmember Kovach. Motion carried. 5. Consider approval of Computer Usage Policy and Disclaimer for The Kennedale Library. Councilmember Clark moved to approve the Computer Usage Policy and Disclaimer for The Kennedale Library, seconded by Councilmember Kovach. Motion carried. 6. Consider approval of Resolution No. 115 suspending the proposed effective date of the proposed rate schedules on TXIJ Gas Distribution. Councilmember Kovach moved to approve Resolution No. 115 suspending the proposed effective date of the proposed rate schedules on TXU Gas Distribution for 90 days, seconded by Councilmember Barrett. Motion carried. 7. Consider appointment of Chairman and Vice-Chairman to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Councilmember Barrett moved to appoint Jerry Miller as Chairman, and Brian Johnson and Vice Chairman to the Planning and Zoning Commission, seconded by Councilmember Kovach. Motion carried. 8. Consider approval of Ordinance No. 194, amending Ordinance No. 153, Park Dedication Requirements. Councilmember Barrett moved to approve Ordinance No. 194, amending Ordinance No. 153, Park Dedication Requirements, seconded by Councilmember Kovach. Motion carried. 9. Consider approval to purchase a vehicle for the Street Department. Councilmember Barrett moved to approve purchase of a 2000 Chevrolet full size 3/4 ton pick-up truck through HGAC in the amount of $19,250.21, seconded by Councilmember Clark. Motion carried. D. STAFF COMMENTS 1. City Manager Report City Manager, Ted Rowe briefed Councilmembers on the status of the T4 Water Well, Little School Road widening, State inspection at the Kennedale Fire Department, recent amendment to Ordinance No. 191 regarding accessory buildings and the need for an amendment to allow for a special exception use to the ordinance, House Bill 1777 relating to franchising authority of cities over telecommunication companies, and - upcoming zoning changes to coincide with the City's Master Land Use Plan. 2469 2. Finance Department Report Director of Finance, Lynette Whidden provided Council with month end and investment reports. E. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Mayor Report Mayor Wright addressed the upcoming July 1 fireworks display at Texas Raceway, 2000/2001 budget workshops to begin in the later part of July, SMA joint meeting with Alliance cities in October, railroad crossing panels, and the need for a meeting between the City Council and various city boards. In addition, he introduced Mr. Rob Fraser, Special Sections Editor of The Star Group who is in the process of starting a local newspaper for the Kennedale community. Councilmember Barrett requested that Council prepare a Resolution in support of matching grants to fund the new Library building. F. EXECUTIVE SESSION Legal Counsel, Wayne K. Olson advised that there was no need for executive session. G. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION AND CONSIDER ACTION, IF ANY, ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. No action was required on this item. H. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Kovach moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Clark. Motion carried. p ,p ', ' (j : '; to "? APPROVED: • ~'• ~*_ ..1 : ' y = ~ 9' ' . 9 ; ,; '•. '4 '•••••••;~,~ •` Mayor, ark S. Wrig ., N` _, .• ''• CQU ATTEST: City Secretary