City of Canyon Commission Meetings
Regular MeetingCanyon, TX · December 4, 2017
Minutes
City Commission Meeting
December 4, 2017
The City Commission of the City of Canyon met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. in the City
Commission Chambers of the Civic Complex. Mayor Gary Hinders presided over the meeting with
the following Commissioners in attendance, Mayor Pro-Tem Justin Richardson, Cordell Jones,
Roger Remlinger and Paul R. Lyons.
Also present were the following City Staff: City Manager Randy Criswell, Assistant City Manager
Chris Sharp, City Secretary Gretchen Mercer, Director of Public Works Dan Reese, Assistant City
Manager for Special Projects Jon Behrens, Safety Director Tony Lawson, Golf Course
Superintendent John Haun, Director of Golf Casey Renner, and City Attorney Chuck Hester.
Item 1. Call to Order.
Mayor Hinders called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Item 2. Invocation.
Commissioner Jones gave the invocation.
Item 3. Pledge of Allegiance.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led Commissioner Remlinger.
Item 4. Approval of Minutes of the Meeting of November 20, 2017.
Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Jones, to approve the
minutes of November 20, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 5. Public Comment – Comments From Interested Citizens.
No comments were made.
Item 6. Presentation from Representatives of Elks Lodge.
Commissioner Remlinger introduced Royce Butler representing Elks Lodge #923 of
Amarillo. Mr. Butler said the Elks Lodge had intentions of establishing a lodge in Canyon,
and wanted the City Commission to know a little about the Elks. A history of the Elks, and
some information about what they do was shared. Butler stated they currently have about
38 people interested, with a goal of 100 and were encouraging people to join.
Item 7. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Palo Duro Creek Golf Course Annual
Report.
Palo Duro Creek Golf Course Director Casey Renner and Golf Course Superintendent John
Haun presented the 2017 Palo Duro Creek Golf Course Annual Report. The
Commissioners commended the golf course staff on doing a good job.
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Item 8. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1075, Repealing Section
70.07 of the Code of Ordinances Prohibiting Electronic Messaging While Driving.
City Attorney Chuck Hester presented Ordinance No. 1075 for consideration. Mr. Hester stated
the State of Texas passed a law regulating the use of wireless communication devices by
operators of motor vehicles that preempts municipal law and the City of Canyon Police are now
enforcing the state law. Mr. Hester said since local law does not supersede state law, there is no
reason to have Section 70.07 in our Code of Ordinances.
After discussion, Commissioner Jones moved, duly seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson to
adopt Ordinance No. 1075 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 1075
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, REPEALING §70.07 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROHIBITING ELECTRONIC MESSAGING
WHILE DRIVING THROUGH THE USE OF ELECTRONIC WIRELESS
COMMUNICATION DEVICES; AND, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Item 9. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1073, Annexing Property for
Expansion of the Canyon East Subdivision.
City Manager Randy Criswell presented Ordinance No. 1073 for consideration. Mr. Criswell stated
all required public hearings, notices and readings had been met.
After discussion, Commissioner Remlinger moved, duly seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson
to adopt Ordinance No. 1073 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 1073
ANNEXING TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF CANYON
KUHLMAN AND SONS, LP, a Texas Limited Partnership
CANYON EAST UNIT 6
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, ANNEXING THE
TERRITORY HEREIN DESCRIBED TO THE CITY OF CANYON IN RANDALL
COUNTY, TEXAS, EXTENDING THE BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF
CANYON TO INCLUDE THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED WITHIN THE SAID
CITY LIMITS, AND GRANTING TO ALL THE INHABITANTS OF SAID PROPERTY
ALL THE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF OTHER CITIZENS AND BINDING SAID
INHABITANTS BY ALL OF THE ACTS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, AND
REGULATIONS OF SAID CITY.
Item 10. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Selection of Meeting Dates for December
2017, and January and February 2018.
City Manager Randy Criswell presented calendars for December 2017 and January and February
2018. Mr. Criswell stated New Year’s Day falls on the first Monday in January and Martin Luther
King Day on the January 15th, the 3rd Monday. Mr. Criswell noted Presidents Day is the 3rd
Monday, February 19, 2018.
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After discussion, Commissioners agreed to only hold one meeting in December, meet the 2nd and
4th Mondays in January (January 8 and 22, 2018) and discuss February at a later meeting.
Item 11. Adjournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved this meeting be adjourned.
______________________________
Gary Hinders, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Gretchen Mercer, City Secretary
Agenda
AGENDA
NOTICE OF MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the governing body of the City of Canyon will meet at 5:30 p.m. on the 4th day
of December 2017, in the Commission Chambers of City Hall at 301 16th Street in the City of Canyon to
discuss the following agenda items:
1. Call to Order.
2. Invocation.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of November 20, 2017.
5. Public Comment – Comments from Interested Citizens.
6. Presentation From Representatives of Elks Lodge.
7. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Palo Duro Creek Golf Course Annual Report.
8. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1075 Repealing Section 70.07 of the Code of
Ordinances Prohibiting Electronic Messaging While Driving.
9. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1073, Annexing Property for Expansion of the
Canyon East Subdivision.
10. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Selection of Meeting Dates for December 2017, and January and
February 2018.
11. Adjourn.
Randy Criswell, City Manager
I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board of the Civic Complex of the City of
Canyon, Texas on the 1st day of December 2017.
Gretchen Mercer, City Clerk
City of Canyon
City Commission Meeting
November 20, 2017
The City Commission of the City of Canyon met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. in the City
Commission Chambers of the Civic Complex. Mayor Gary Hinders presided over the meeting with
the following Commissioners in attendance, Mayor Pro-Tem Justin Richardson, Cordell Jones, and
Paul R. Lyons. Commissioner Roger Remlinger was unable to attend.
Also present were the following City Staff: City Manager Randy Criswell, Assistant City Manager
Chris Sharp, City Secretary Gretchen Mercer, Director of Public Works Dan Reese, Police Chief
Dale Davis, Business and Community Development Director Evelyn Ecker, Assistant City Manager
for Special Projects Jon Behrens, Safety Director Tony Lawson, Code Enforcement Director Danny
Cornelius, and City Attorney Chuck Hester.
Item 1. Call to Order.
Mayor Hinders called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
Item 2. Invocation.
Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson gave the invocation.
Item 3. Pledge of Allegiance.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Boy Scouts from Troop 3 and students from Canyon
Intermediate School.
Item 4. Approval of Minutes of the Meeting of November 6, 2017.
Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Jones, to approve the
minutes of November 6, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 5. Public Comment – Comments From Interested Citizens.
No comments were made.
Item 6. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Presentation from WTAMU Pertaining to
Schematic Design for Future of Russell Long Boulevard.
City Manager Randy Criswell introduced WTAMU Vice President for Business and Finance,
Randy Rikel and WTAMU President Dr. Wendler. Mr. Rikel gave a presentation of plans for
Russell Long Boulevard that included a pedestrian mall creating crossings and pathways
around the sports complex including the proposed football stadium. Dr. Wendler and Mr.
Rikel stated they had visited with TxDOT and the A&M property managers and all felt it
would be better for the City of Canyon to take over management of Russell Long Blvd. due
to the working relationship between WTAMU and the City of Canyon.
Item 7. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Award Bid for East Elevated Tank Painting.
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Director of Public Works Dan Reese presented bids for the painting of the East Elevated Tank. Mr.
Reese stated bids for repainting the East City of Canyon water tank were received and opened
November 9, 2017 with 4 bids received.
Bidder Base Bid Alternate Bid Total Bid
Tank Pro $493,053.00 $ 10,950.00 $504,003.00
Maguire Iron, Inc. $542,000.00 $ 33,500.00 $575,500.00
L.C. United Painting Co. Inc. $607,500.00 $ 30,000.00 $637,500.00
TMI Coating, Inc. $749,400.00 $ 51,600.00 $801,000.00
Mr. Reese stated the low bidder, Tank Pro, was currently completing a job in Plainview,
Texas and Brandt Engineers said they did quality work. Mr. Reese stated it was the
recommendation of staff and Brandt Engineers to award the bid to the low bidder, Tank Pro.
After discussion, Commissioner Lyons moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Jones to
award the base bid of $493,053.00 and alternate bid of $10,950.00 to the low bidder, Tank
Pro, for a total of $504,003.00 as recommended. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 8. Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance
No. 1074, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 156, zoning Code of the City of Canyon
Code of Ordinances, Table 1-1, Summary Use Chart, to add Smoke Lounges/Retail
Stores as an Allowed Use by Specific Use Permit in the RC-1, RC-2, I-1, and I-2
Zoning Districts; Amending Section A.02 Terms to Add Terms for Smoke
Lounges/Retail Stores.
Director of Public Works Danny Cornelius presented Ordinance No. 1074 for consideration. Mr.
Cornelius stated the City of Canyon had received an inquiry regarding a Hookah Lounge in
Canyon. Mr. Cornelius said the current Summary Use Chart in the Zoning Code does not list
Hookah Lounge or anything similar. Mr. Cornelius stated the request was taken to the Canyon
Planning and Zoning Commission for interpretation as to the zoning classification it should be
placed. Mr. Cornelius stated the Planning and Zoning Commission agreed unanimously to
recommend combining “Hookah/Smoke Lounges, Retail Electronic Cigarette/Vaporizer Stores”
allowed by a Specific Use Permit in RC-1, RC-2, I-1, and I-2 Zoning Districts.
Mayor Hinders opened the Public Hearing. There being no comment, Mayor Hinders closed the
Public Hearing.
After discussion, Commissioner Jones moved, duly seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson to
adopt Ordinance No. 1074 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 1074
Smoke Lounges/Retail Stores
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER
156, ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF CANYON CODE OF ORDINANCES, BY
AMENDING TABLE 1-1, SUMMARY USE CHART TO ADD SMOKE
LOUNGES/RETAIL STORES AS AN ALLOWED USE BY SPECIFIC USE
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PERMIT IN RC-1, RC-2, I-1, AND I-2 ZONING DISTRICTS; AMENDING
SECTION A.02 TERMS TO ADD TERMS FOR SMOKE LOUNGES/RETAIL
STORES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEALER;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Item 9. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Resolution No. 24-2017, Ballot for Potter-
Randall Appraisal District Board of Directors.
City Manager Randy Criswell presented Resolution No. 24-2017 for consideration.
After discussion, Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Lyons to
give each of the 5 candidates listed on the ballot for the Potter-Randall Appraisal District Board of
Directors 16 votes each totaling 80 votes as given to the City of Canyon. Motion carried
unanimously.
Kerry Adair 16
James Barrington 16
Dennis Beene 16
Henry Hamilton 16
Doug Srader 16
Total Votes 80
RESOLUTION NO. 24-2017
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS
CASTING VOTES FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
RANDALL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT.
Item 10. Conduct Second Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 1073, Annexing Property for the
Expansion of the Canyon East Subdivision.
City Manager Randy Criswell presented Ordinance No. 1073 for the second of two required public
hearings.
Mayor Hinders opened the public hearing for Ordinance No. 1073.
There being no comment, Mayor Hinders closed the public hearing.
No action required, public hearing only.
ORDINANCE NO. 1073
ANNEXING TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF CANYON
KUHLMAN AND SONS, LP, a Texas Limited Partnership
CANYON EAST UNIT 6
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, ANNEXING THE
TERRITORY HEREIN DESCRIBED TO THE CITY OF CANYON IN RANDALL
COUNTY, TEXAS, EXTENDING THE BOUNDARY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF
CANYON TO INCLUDE THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED WITHIN THE SAID
CITY LIMITS, AND GRANTING TO ALL THE INHABITANTS OF SAID PROPERTY
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ALL THE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF OTHER CITIZENS AND BINDING SAID
INHABITANTS BY ALL OF THE ACTS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, AND
REGULATIONS OF SAID CITY.
Item 11. Executive Session Pursuant to §551.087, Economic Development Negotiations, and
§551.074, Personnel Matters (Appointments to Boards and Commissions).
Mayor Hinders indicated the Commission would adjourn into Executive Session at 6:30 pm.
Item 12. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session.
Upon returning from Executive Session at 7:56 pm, the following action was taken.
Commissioner Lyons moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Jones to appoint Terry Melugin to
the fill the expiring term of Esmeralda DeLao effective January 1, 2018 on the Board of City
Development. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Jones to re-appoint Paul R.
Lyons for another term on the Construction Advisory and Appeals Board. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Lyons to re-appoint Lorraine
Pistocco and Andrew White for another term to the Canyon Area Library Board. Motion carried
unanimously.
Commissioner Jones moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Lyons to appoint Larry Ramaekers
to expiring term of Mike Wartes; and re-appoint Leesa Wood Calvi and Bill Craddock to the
Canyon Planning and Zoning Commission. Motion carried unanimously.
Item 13. Adjournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Pro-Tem Richardson moved this meeting be adjourned at
7:58 pm.
______________________________
Gary Hinders, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Gretchen Mercer, City Secretary
REGARDING ITEM 6 AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: Randy Criswell, City Manager
Date: December 4, 2017
Re: Presentation from Representatives of Elks Lodge.
The local chapter of the Elks is planning on opening a Lodge in Canyon. The State
President would like to come to you and introduce Elks, what they do, and provide you
with some general information.
City of Canyon
REGARDING ITEM 7a AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: Casey Renner and John Haun
Date: November 27, 2017
Re: Palo Duro Creek 2017 Report
2017 was a busy year for Palo Duro Creek Golf Course. The golf course itself was in wonderful shape.
John and his crew worked hard all year to make sure it looked it’s’ best. PDC hosted 43 outside events,
20 Thursday Night Scrambles, 9 junior and high school events and 10 Jr. PGA matches. In those 43
outside events, over $150,000 was raised for charities or other non-profit entities. We are extremely
proud of our Jr. PGA program. This year, we had 45 players participate in a 10 week program. This
number is up from 31 last year. Because of our large group, we were able to create our own league and
not have to play in the Amarillo league this year. We also created our own All Star team and they got to
participate in Lubbock (which we ended up losing our first match, but it was a great experience!). We
believe this Jr. League program will continue to grow the game for Canyon and PDC. As you can see,
in the “playing months” of West Texas, Palo Duro Creek is a very busy place.
Rounds were down slightly from last year but due to our $5.00 increase in green fees for 2017, our
revenues increased. We are looking at 2018 being a busy year and if the weather stays favorable, we
will see in an increase in rounds for the next year. Below is a summary of our revenues for the fiscal
year of 2017:
Rounds in 2017 – 25,479
Cart Revenue in 2017 - $257,377.00
Green Fee Revenue in 2016 - $337,722.00
Pro Shop Revenue in 2016 - $273,428.00
Grill Revenue in 2016 - $178,483.00
Please see the attached document that has our yearly comparisons and this year’ totals. If you have
any questions, we’ll be happy to answer them.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
City of Canyon
Mo. 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 2015-2016 2016-2017 Avg.
Cart Fees $ 20,130.00 $ 21,858.00 $ 17,706.00 $ 18,426.00 $ 19,992.00 $ 18,519.00 $ 26,144.00 $ 19,622.40
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t Green Fees $ 17,434.00 $ 27,608.00 $ 16,554.00 $ 18,270.00 $ 21,400.00 $ 20,142.00 $ 33,088.00 $ 22,070.86
Rounds 1857 2325 1964 2250 2472 2067 2343 2183
Cart Fees $ 10,046.00 $ 10,758.00 $ 16,218.00 $ 10,146.00 $ 10,500.00 $ 14,612.00 $ 12,299.00 $ 12,082.71
Nov. Green Fees $ 9,868.00 $ 10,878.00 $ 15,986.00 $ 10,477.00 $ 13,211.00 $ 14,703.00 $ 13,359.00 $ 12,640.29
Rounds 1171 1355 1622 993 1047 1288 1313 1256
Cart Fees $ 11,054.00 $ 5,610.00 $ 9,066.00 $ 6,648.00 $ 7,482.00 $ 7,616.00 $ 5,090.00 $ 7,509.43
Dec. Green Fees $ 7,422.00 $ 5,450.00 $ 8,720.00 $ 4,794.00 $ 8,045.00 $ 7,124.00 $ 5,106.00 $ 6,665.86
Rounds 874 543 776 652 660 780 569 693
Cart Fees $ 19,848.00 $ 23,052.00 $ 14,400.00 $ 14,665.00 $ 9,038.00 $ 12,289.00 $ 8,965.00 $ 14,608.14
Ja n. Green Fees $ 9,602.00 $ 10,218.00 $ 6,041.00 $ 7,139.00 $ 3,801.00 $ 8,667.00 $ 8,429.00 $ 7,699.57
Rounds 1106 1286 776 800 466 889 774 871
Cart Fees $ 9,966.00 $ 8,004.00 $ 9,312.00 $ 14,935.00 $ 16,000.00 $ 18,089.00 $ 16,161.00 $ 13,209.57
Fe b. Green Fees $ 8,760.00 $ 7,404.00 $ 7,362.00 $ 9,459.00 $ 10,441.00 $ 15,897.00 $ 16,084.00 $ 10,772.43
Rounds 973 858 891 1103 1143 1542 1271 1112
Cart Fees $ 26,376.00 $ 24,996.00 $ 18,906.00 $ 20,075.00 $ 23,980.00 $ 22,012.00 $ 19,960.00 $ 22,329.29
Green Fees $ 25,140.00 $ 24,812.00 $ 19,700.00 $ 16,648.00 $ 22,061.00 $ 21,403.00 $ 23,289.00 $ 21,864.71
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Mar
Rounds 2775 2574 2312 1958 2294 1981 1970 2266
Cart Fees $ 24,516.00 $ 24,336.00 $ 20,682.00 $ 15,829.00 $ 21,332.00 $ 23,231.00 $ 19,935.00 $ 21,408.71
Apr. Green Fees $ 27,240.00 $ 27,446.00 $ 24,914.00 $ 15,305.00 $ 22,122.00 $ 25,876.00 $ 24,612.00 $ 23,930.71
Rounds 2955 2986 2681 1892 2298 2482 2070 2481
Cart Fees $ 29,742.00 $ 33,252.00 $ 25,500.00 $ 29,487.00 $ 21,915.00 $ 27,919.00 $ 28,676.00 $ 28,070.14
May Green Fees $ 33,504.00 $ 37,322.00 $ 29,537.00 $ 32,488.00 $ 24,248.00 $ 36,737.00 $ 40,130.00 $ 33,423.71
Rounds 3482 3614 3129 2802 2157 3010 3082 3039
Cart Fees $ 34,434.00 $ 37,440.00 $ 32,802.00 $ 29,722.00 $ 34,998.00 $ 35,820.00 $ 28,344.00 $ 33,365.71
Ju ne Green Fees $ 37,296.00 $ 41,784.00 $ 39,149.00 $ 31,146.00 $ 36,585.00 $ 43,270.00 $ 38,669.00 $ 38,271.29
Rounds 3706 4138 3577 3398 3567 3226 3050 3523
Cart Fees $ 41,688.00 $ 41,700.00 $ 33,390.00 $ 40,160.00 $ 37,947.00 $ 32,501.00 $ 35,321.00 $ 37,529.57
Ju ly Green Fees $ 46,380.00 $ 46,600.00 $ 37,530.00 $ 41,522.00 $ 41,949.00 $ 37,231.00 $ 53,614.00 $ 43,546.57
Rounds 4771 4360 3953 3560 3710 3519 3579 3922
Cart Fees $ 37,002.00 $ 31,848.00 $ 36,528.00 $ 37,100.00 $ 32,065.00 $ 34,511.00 $ 31,162.00 $ 34,316.57
Aug. Green Fees $ 38,924.00 $ 33,374.00 $ 41,437.00 $ 39,662.00 $ 34,412.00 $ 40,159.00 $ 42,484.00 $ 38,636.00
Rounds 3885 3534 4117 3732 3664 3258 3047 3605
Cart Fees $ 31,980.00 $ 27,828.00 $ 30,858.00 $ 25,968.00 $ 35,498.00 $ 27,156.00 $ 25,320.00 $ 29,229.71
Sept Green Fees $ 36,258.00 $ 33,704.00 $ 35,496.00 $ 29,263.00 $ 39,235.00 $ 31,097.00 $ 38,858.00 $ 34,844.43
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Rounds 3360 3144 3117 2501 2804 2613 2411 2850
Cart Fees $ 296,782.00 $ 290,682.00 $ 265,368.00 $ 263,161.00 $ 270,747.00 $ 274,275.00 $ 257,377.00 $ 277,348.00
Tota Green Fees $ 297,828.00 $ 306,600.00 $ 282,426.00 $ 256,173.00 $ 277,510.00 $ 302,306.00 $ 337,722.00 $ 284,107.40
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Rounds 30915 30717 28915 25641 26282 26655 25479 28494
REGARDING ITEM 7b AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: John Haun, Casey Renner
Date: December 4, 2017
Re: December 1, 2016 through November 27, 2017 PDC Grounds Report
Palo Duro Creek Golf Club
Grounds Maintenance Report
Year 2016-2017
This year was a surprisingly bountiful year with plenty of moisture and cool summer
temperatures. The August rainfall was the second most rainfall in history and August temperatures were
cool, ranging in the 80’s with a few low 90’s. There were a number of days in August that we didn’t
even run the irrigation system. The total rainfall/moisture for the year was around 28.5”. This is a fact:
there was 2.15” more rain at #13 green than at #2 green. We still have adequate subsoil moisture but
we have been dry the past 6 weeks and are in need of some moisture.
Tree trimming continues again this fall/winter. We currently have trimmed 28 Siberian elm
trees with the expectation of trimming 25 more after the first of the year. With over 800 large elm trees
on the course this is a never ending project.
We have planted more new trees on the course with the majority being conifers. We planted
15 Pinyon pine trees and 8 deciduous trees. I hope to continue this in the future.
There were no new major irrigation additions done this year. The main emphasis was on
continued repair of existing irrigation system and a new 3” main installed across the walk bridge at #6
green. This was done to allow us to have a “loop” system for the area of #2/#6 green area. This results
in increased water volume and pressure. We also had to do it so we could water during the
construction/installation of the new overflow drain in the creek dam located at #2 hole.
A new overflow drain was installed in the creek dam at hole #2. This was done in
January/February so as to not disrupt play. We had to divert carts and walkers back south around the
creek to route them to #2 green after teeing off on #2 tee. I am extremely happy with the new overflow
drain because it keeps the water level in the creek at a constant level. No leaking. It also eliminates the
chance of a cave-in with possible injury and loss of carts.
All greens are in great shape except #8 green, which I would categorize as in good shape. We
continue to have percolation issues with this green. It requires very judicious watering and the use of a
special fertilizer. This is caused by the location of the green being “tucked” back in a corner with
housing in close proximity causing more morning shade and less daily air flow across the green.
In November of 2016 we purchased a trained “goose” dog to haze the geese. Lass has done a
very good job of goose control this past year. As of November 27, there are no new geese that have
come back to the course. There are only 4 geese on the course right now. Two of the geese are Canada
City of Canyon
AGENDA
geese that have broken wings that can’t fly and the other two geese are Russian geese that belong to
Spanky Assiter. Lass just had her yearly checkup and is in excellent condition. She also is “chipped” for
identification and is current on all her shots. This is a great investment for the golf course.
The irrigation system continues to be the biggest maintenance issue each year. Once again, we
have repaired numerous leaks and replaced many heads/valves this past year. This will only continue to
get worse each year.
We have just received our new equipment from Toro and Vermeer. This new equipment will
allow us to maintain the entire golf course much more efficiently and effectively. The mowing
procedures and patterns will change next year due to this new equipment.
I have been a superintendent for 24 years and the current staff and summer crew that I had this
year has been one of the best. I am encouraged that this will continue and we will forge on to make PDC
the best public course in the area.
Here is a main list of the continued capital needs at the golf course. A new irrigation system, a
master plan, expansion/renovation of the club house, continued parking lot improvements, new
bridges, new cart storage building, new bathroom on the front nine, a wash area for equipment.
In summary, we continue to increase our turf grass cover and improve playability and aesthetics.
Thank you and we look forward to 2018.
City of Canyon
REGARDING ITEM 8 AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: Chuck Hester, City Attorney
Date: November 21, 2017
Re: Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1075 Repealing
Section 70.07 of the Code of Ordinances Prohibiting Electronic Messaging
While Driving.
________________________________________________________________________
As you may recall, Judge Splawn, Sheila Seymour Roach and I recently updated some
highlights of legislation affecting municipal courts. Among those legislative changes, HB
62 was adopted with an effective date of September 1, 2017 preempting the municipal
regulation of wireless communication devices by operators of motor vehicles. Our police
department began to enforce the state law instead of our ordinance on the effective date
of the new amendments to the Transportation Code.
It is my recommendation to adopt Ordinance No. 1075 repealing our Code section
70.07 to avoid possible confusion and because it is no longer necessary.
City of Canyon
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ORDINANCE NO. 1075
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, REPEALING
§70.07 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROHIBITING ELECTRONIC
MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING THROUGH THE USE OF ELECTRONIC
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES; AND, PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Canyon previously adopted Ordinance
960 prohibiting the use of electronic messaging through wireless communication devices while
driving on the streets and public rights of way; and,
WHEREAS, the Texas Legislature has now preempted municipal regulation of the use of
electronic wireless communication devices by adoption of HB 62 effective September 1, 2017
amending Texas Transportation Code §521.161, §545.424, §545.425, §545.4251, §545.4252
and §708.052; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS;
SECTION 1:
The Code of the Ordinances of the City of Canyon is hereby amended by repealing
section 70.07 entitled “Prohibition of Electronic Communication While Driving”.
SECTION 2:
In lieu of prosecution under the former code section 70.07 violators will be prosecuted
under Texas Transportation Code Sections 545.424, 545.425, 545.4251, and 545.4252. Upon
conviction, the municipal court shall assess the operator a fine of not less than $25 and not more
than $99 for the first offense. If the evidence shows at trial of the offense the operator has been
previously convicted at least one time of an offense under one or more of the above-enumerated
sections, the Defendant shall be assessed a fine of not less than $100 and not more than $200.
ADOPTED ON December 4, 2017.
GARY HINDERS, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gretchen Mercer, City Clerk
REGARDING ITEM 9 AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: Randy Criswell, City Manager
Date: December 4, 2017
Re: Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Ordinance No. 1073, Annexing
Property for Expansion of the Canyon East Subdivision.
You have conducted all required public hearings, and all publication requirements have
been met in order to complete the voluntary annexation of property shown on the
attached plat intended for expansion of the Canyon East Subdivision.
Unless there are any questions, staff recommends the adoption of Ordinance
No. 1073.
City of Canyon
ORDINANCE NO. 1073
ANNEXING TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF CANYON
KUHLMAN AND SONS, LP, a Texas Limited Partnership
CANYON EAST UNIT 6
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CANYON, TEXAS, ANNEXING THE
TERRITORY HEREIN DESCRIBED TO THE CITY OF CANYON IN
RANDALL COUNTY, TEXAS, EXTENDING THE BOUNDARY LIMITS OF
THE CITY OF CANYON TO INCLUDE THE PROPERTY HEREIN
DESCRIBED WITHIN THE SAID CITY LIMITS, AND GRANTING TO ALL
THE INHABITANTS OF SAID PROPERTY ALL THE RIGHTS AND
PRIVILEGES OF OTHER CITIZENS AND BINDING SAID INHABITANTS BY
ALL OF THE ACTS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, AND REGULATIONS OF
SAID CITY.
WHEREAS, the TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE and the municipal charter of the City of
Canyon authorizes the annexation of the territory described in this Ordinance subject to the laws of the
State of Texas; and,
WHEREAS, the procedures prescribed by the TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE and the
municipal charter of the City of Canyon and the other laws of the State of Texas have been duly complied
with and followed with respect to the annexation of the following described territory, to wit:
METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION
15.21+ ACRES
TRACT #1:
A 15.21 acre± tract of land in Section 111, Block 6, I. & G.N. R.R. Co. Survey and being a
portion of a tract of land as described in that certain instrument of conveyance recorded in
Volume 1966, Page 265 of the Deed Records of Randall County, Texas, said 15.21 acre± tract
of land having been surveyed on the ground by Furman Land Surveyors, Inc. on June 26, 2017
and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
COMMENCING at a 5/8 inch iron rod with cap stamped “TITUS” found as called for at the
most Easterly Southeast corner of Canyon East Unit No. 3, an addition to the City of Canyon,
Randall County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded under Clerk’s File No.
2014003357 of the Official Public Records of Randall County, Texas, from whence a 1/2 inch
iron rod found at the Southeast corner of said Section 111 bears South 00° 00’ 48” West,
2613.82 feet;
THENCE North 89° 39’ 17” West along a Southerly line of said Canyon East Unit No. 3, a
distance of 5.33 feet to the Northeast and BEGINNING CORNER of the herein described tract
of land;
THENCE South 00° 09’ 08” West, 407.16 feet to the Southeast corner of this tract of land;
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THENCE South 44° 19’ 54” West, at 330.00 feet from and parallel with the most Southeasterly
line of said Canyon East Unit No. 3, a total distance of 1844.55 feet to the Southwest corner of
this tract of land;
THENCE North 45° 40’ 06” West, 330.00 feet to a 5/8 inch iron rod found at the most
Southerly Southeast corner of said Canyon East Unit No. 3, same point being the most
Westerly Northwest corner of this tract of land;
THENCE North 44° 19’ 54” East along the said most Southeasterly line of Canyon East Unit
No. 3, a total distance of 2071.91 feet to a 5/8 inch iron rod with cap stamped “TITUS” found
as called for at a jog corner of said Canyon East Unit No. 3, same point being a Northwesterly
corner of this tract of land;
THENCE North 67° 20’ 19” East, 36.82 feet to a 5/8 inch iron rod with cap stamped “TITUS”
found as called for at a jog corner of said Canyon East Unit No. 3, same point being the most
Northerly Northeast corner of this tract of land;
THENCE South 89° 39’ 17” East, 44.28 feet to the PLACE OF BEGINNING and containing a
computed area of 15.21 acres of land, more or less.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CANYON, TEXAS;
SECTION 1.:
That the property hereinabove described is hereby annexed to the City of Canyon, a home rule
municipal corporation in Randall County, Texas, and that the boundary limits of the City of Canyon be
and the same are hereby extended to include the above-described territory within the city limits of the
City of Canyon and the same shall hereafter be included within the territorial limits of said City and the
inhabitants thereof shall hereafter be entitled to all the rights and privileges of other citizens the City of
Canyon and shall be bound by the acts, ordinances, resolutions and regulations of the City of Canyon.
The City Secretary of the City of Canyon is hereby directed to file with the County Clerk of
Randall County, Texas, a certified copy of this Ordinance to evidence the annexation of the territory
herein described and the extension of the city limits of the City to include all such property.
ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Canyon on December 4, 2017.
_______________________________________
GARY HINDERS, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
GRETCHEN MERCER, City Secretary
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(ACKNOWLEDGMENT)
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF RANDALL §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of December, 2017, by GARY
HINDERS, Mayor of the City of Canyon, Texas.
_____________________________________________
Notary Public, State of Texas
Commission Expires:___________________________
AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: PREPARED BY:
City of Canyon Chuck Hester
ATTN: City Manager City Attorney
301 16th Street 301 16th Street
Canyon, Texas 79015 Canyon, Texas 79015
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REGARDING ITEM 10 AGENDA
To: Mayor and City Commission
From: Randy Criswell, City Manager
Date: December 4, 2017
Re: Consider and Take Appropriate Action on Selection of Meeting Dates for
December 2017, and January & February 2018.
If it pleases the Commission, I think we can skip the second meeting in December.
Unless something time sensitive comes up, I would recommend we don’t meet again in
December.
The first Monday in January is New Year’s Day, so we won’t meet then. Also, the 15th
is Martin Luther King Day holiday, which could be a holiday for some of you. I would
recommend we move meeting dates for January 2018 to January 8 and 22.
February 19th is President’s Day, which is a bank holiday and may be a holiday for
some other entities as well. The first meeting in February would be February 5, so the
second meeting date should be discussed.
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