City Council
Regular MeetingCoppell, TX · February 25, 2014
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255 Parkway Boulevard
City of Coppell, Texas Coppell, Texas 75019-9478
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City Council
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 5:30 PM Council Chambers
KAREN HUNT BILLY FAUGHT
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
TIM BRANCHEAU BOB MAHALIK
Place 1 Place 2
WES MAYS GARY RODEN
Place 3 Place 4
MARVIN FRANKLIN AARON DUNCAN
Place 6 Place 7
CLAY PHILLIPS
City Manager
Also present were City Manager Clay Phillips, City Secretary Christel Pettinos and City
Attorney David Dodd.
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
February 25, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
1. Call to Order
Present 8 - Karen Hunt;Billy Faught;Tim Brancheau;Bob Mahalik;Wes Mays;Gary
Roden;Marvin Franklin and Aaron Duncan
2. Executive Session (Closed to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Mayor Hunt called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was present
and convened into Executive Session at 5:40 p.m.
Section 551.087, Texas Government Code - Economic Development Negotiations.
A. Discussion regarding Economic Development prospects north of
Bethel Road and west of Freeport Parkway.
Discussed under Executive Session
B. Discussion regarding Economic Development prospects south of
Bethel Road and east of S. Coppell Road.
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Discussed under Executive Session
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
C. To seek legal advice from the City Attorney concerning zoning
comprehensive land use plan.
Discussed under Executive Session
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Mayor Hunt adjourned the Executive Session at 6:46 p.m. and convened into
the Work Session at 6:48 p.m.
Councilmember Bob Mahalik arrived during the Work Session.
A. Discussion regarding FY13-14 Budget Amendment.
B. Discussion regarding the renaming of Restland Funeral Home.
C. Discussion related to partnering with the CISD on a Synthetic Turf
Field at Middle School North.
D. Update on the Trail System.
E. Discussion regarding Alcohol Sales in Old Town.
F. Discussion regarding the Andrew Brown Park Redevelopment.
G. Discussion regarding Non-Profit Funding.
H. Discussion regarding City-Owned Property at North Lake.
I. Discussion of Agenda Items.
Presented in Work Session
Regular Session (Open to the Public)
Mayor Hunt recessed the Work Session at 7:30 p.m. and reconvened into the
Regular Session.
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
Reverend William W. Eason with First United Methodist Church gave the
Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hunt led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. Citizens’ Appearance
Mayor Hunt asked for those who signed up to speak:
1) Thomas Burrows, 138 Wynnpage Dr., spoke in regards to the primary
elections and the mixed-use project at Denton Tap Rd.
2) Ace Fernandez, 276 Kailey Way, spoke in regards to Google Fiber and
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multi-purpose use of parks and open spaces.
3) Al Salata, 510 Greenwich Ln., spoke in regards to the Waste Management
contract with the City.
7. Consent Agenda
A. Consider approval of minutes: February 11, 2014.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, to approve Agenda Items A-E on the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
B. Consider approval of the Coppell Recreation Development
Corporation Officers for 2014.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, to approve Agenda Items A-E on the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
C. Consider approval to award an agreement to Nema 3 Electric, Inc. in
the amount of $190,660.00 as budgeted from the general fund and
$176,942.00 as funded from the CRDC for a total award of
$367,602.00; for the purchase and installation of generator equipment
for emergency backup power for Town Center, Justice Center and
Coppell Aquatic and Recreation Center; and authorizing the City
Manager to sign any necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, to approve Agenda Items A-E on the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
D. Consider approval of awarding a bid to John Deere Company, in the
amount of $110,633.01, for the purchase of park & ballfield
maintenance equipment, as budgeted, and authorizing the City
Manager to sign the necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, to approve Agenda Items A-E on the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
E. Consider approval to purchase Microsoft Enterprise Licensing from
SHI in the amount of $102,084 and authorizing the City Manager to
execute all necessary documentation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, to approve Agenda Items A-E on the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
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End of Consent Agenda
8. Consider approval of a Resolution calling the City of Coppell, Texas
Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2003;
for redemption prior to maturity, resolving other matters relating to the
subject; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance, made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by
Councilmember Aaron Duncan, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
Enactment No: 2014-0225.1
9. Consider approval of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale
of City of Coppell, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series
2014; levying an annual ad valorem tax and providing for the payment
of said bonds; approving an official statement; providing an effective
date; enacting other provisions relating to the subject, and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance, introduced Marti Schew with
FirstSouthwest, who made a presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Aaron Duncan, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
Enactment No: 2014-1372
10. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
approving an amendment to Ordinance No. 2013-1353, the budget for
the Fiscal Year October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance, made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Billy Faught, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
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Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
11. Consider approval of award of a professional services agreement with
Dunaway Associates, L.P., in the amount of $1,546,200.00, to provide
architectural and engineering services related to the Phase I
redevelopment of the Andrew Brown Park System, and authorizing the
City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Presentation: Brad Reid, Director of Parks and Recreation, made a
presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Tim Brancheau, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Billy Faught, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed
by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
12. Consider approval of a Resolution authorizing the creation of North
Texas Emergency Communications Center, Inc., as a Local
Government Corporation and appointing the City Manager to serve as
an initial Director; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Clay Phillips, City Manager, made a presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Bob Mahalik, seconded by
Councilmember Marvin Franklin, that this Agenda Item be approved. The
motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
Enactment No: 2014-0225.2
13. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Chapter 1, Article 1-13,
Code of Conduct, Section 1-13-4, Standards of Conduct-Officers;
Amending Subsection1-13-4(C) and Subsection 1-13-5 (E) to provide
for prohibition of representation before Boards and Commissions,
Committees and City Council or Former Officers; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Wes Mays, that this Agenda Item be approved after striking the
word "agent" from page 2 in Section 1-3-5(e). The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Billy Faught;Councilmember Tim
Brancheau;Councilmember Bob Mahalik;Councilmember Wes
Mays;Councilmember Gary Roden;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
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14. City Manager Reports
Project Updates and Future Agendas.
City Manager Clay Phillips updated Council on the Sandy Lake Road
Construction Project. Assistant Director of Public Works, Keith Marvin, met
with residents in Winding Creek Hollow. Temporary signage and flashers will
be placed out there to assist the residents during the project. With regards to
the traffic congestion on Denton Tap that day, the rail crossing arms were
stuck in the down position for about 30 minutes during rush hour. Although it
is not a City function, the City was aware of the concerns and brought them to
the attention of the rail line.
15. Mayor and Council Reports
A. Report by Mayor Hunt regarding Upcoming Spring Events.
Mayor Hunt reported on the upcoming Spring Events:
March 22: Music in the Plaza from 7pm – 9pm featuring Live 80; March 29:
Music in the Plaza from 7pm – 9pm featuring Me & My Monkey. April 12:
Earthfest at Town Center Plaza from 9am-1pm. April 19: Eggstravaganza at
Wagon Wheel Park from 10am – 12pm. May 2: Main Street Coppell Concert
from 7pm – 10pm featuring Emerald City Band. May 3: Main Street Coppell
Festival from 8am – 2pm featuring the Farmers Market, children’s activities,
etc.
16. Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
Councilmember Marvin Franklin reminded Council that the Metrocrest Social
Services Keyholder's Breakfast will be held on March 18th at the Double Tree.
Also, Tee It Up for Metrocrest Social Services will be held on May 20th.
17. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
Councilmember Aaron Duncan reported on his presentation for Career Fair at
CMSW.
18. Necessary Action from Executive Session
Nothing to report.
At this time, Mayor Hunt recessed the Regular Session at 8:44 p.m. and
reconvevned into Work Session. Mayor Hunt adjourned the Work Session at
9:34 p.m. and reconvened into the Regular Session.
Adjournment
There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned.
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________________________
Karen Selbo Hunt, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Christel Pettinos, City Secretary
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Agenda
255 Parkway Boulevard
City of Coppell, Texas Coppell, Texas 75019-9478
Meeting Agenda
City Council
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 5:30 PM Council Chambers
KAREN HUNT BILLY FAUGHT
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
TIM BRANCHEAU BOB MAHALIK
Place 1 Place 2
WES MAYS GARY RODEN
Place 3 Place 4
MARVIN FRANKLIN AARON DUNCAN
Place 6 Place 7
CLAY PHILLIPS
City Manager
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas will meet in Regular
Called Session at 5:30 p.m. for Executive Session, Work Session will follow immediately
thereafter, and Regular Session will begin at 7:30 p.m., to be held at Town Center, 255 Parkway
Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be
convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice
from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein.
The City of Coppell reserves the right to reconvene, recess or realign the Work Session or
called Executive Session or order of business at any time prior to adjournment.
The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
1. Call to Order
2. Executive Session (Closed to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Section 551.087, Texas Government Code - Economic Development Negotiations.
A. Discussion regarding Economic Development prospects north of Bethel
Road and west of Freeport Parkway.
B. Discussion regarding Economic Development prospects south of Bethel
Road and east of S. Coppell Road.
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Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
To seek legal advice from the City Attorney concerning zoning
comprehensive land use plan.
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
A. Discussion regarding FY13-14 Budget Amendment.
B. Discussion regarding the renaming of Restland Funeral Home.
C. Discussion related to partnering with the CISD on a Synthetic Turf
Field at Middle School North.
D. Update on the Trail System.
E. Discussion regarding Alcohol Sales in Old Town.
F. Discussion regarding the Andrew Brown Park Redevelopment.
G. Discussion regarding Non-Profit Funding.
H. Discussion regarding City-Owned Property at North Lake.
I. Discussion of Agenda Items.
Regular Session (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Citizens’ Appearance
7. Consent Agenda
A. Consider approval of minutes: February 11, 2014.
B. Consider approval of the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation
Officers for 2014.
C. Consider approval to award an agreement to Nema 3 Electric, Inc. in the
amount of $190,660.00 as budgeted from the general fund and
$176,942.00 as funded from the CRDC for a total award of
$367,602.00; for the purchase and installation of generator equipment
for emergency backup power for Town Center, Justice Center and
Coppell Aquatic and Recreation Center; and authorizing the City
Manager to sign any necessary documents.
D. Consider approval of awarding a bid to John Deere Company, in the
amount of $110,633.01, for the purchase of park & ballfield maintenance
equipment, as budgeted, and authorizing the City Manager to sign the
necessary documents.
E. Consider approval to purchase Microsoft Enterprise Licensing from SHI
in the amount of $102,084 and authorizing the City Manager to execute
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all necessary documentation.
End of Consent Agenda
8. Consider approval of a Resolution calling the City of Coppell, Texas
Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2003;
for redemption prior to maturity, resolving other matters relating to the
subject; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
9. Consider approval of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of
City of Coppell, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series
2014; levying an annual ad valorem tax and providing for the payment of
said bonds; approving an official statement; providing an effective date;
enacting other provisions relating to the subject, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
10. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
approving an amendment to Ordinance No. 2013-1353, the budget for
the Fiscal Year October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
11. Consider approval of award of a professional services agreement with
Dunaway Associates, L.P., in the amount of $1,546,200.00, to provide
architectural and engineering services related to the Phase I
redevelopment of the Andrew Brown Park System, and authorizing the
City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
12. Consider approval of a Resolution authorizing the creation of North
Texas Emergency Communications Center, Inc., as a Local Government
Corporation and appointing the City Manager to serve as an initial
Director; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
13. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Chapter 1, Article 1-13,
Code of Conduct, Section 1-13-4, Standards of Conduct-Officers;
Amending Subsection1-13-4(C) and Subsection 1-13-5 (E) to provide for
prohibition of representation before Boards and Commissions,
Committees and City Council or Former Officers; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
14. City Manager Reports
Project Updates and Future Agendas.
15. Mayor and Council Reports
A. Report by Mayor Hunt regarding Upcoming Spring Events.
16. Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
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17. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
18. Necessary Action from Executive Session
Adjournment
________________________
Karen Selbo Hunt, Mayor
CERTIFICATE
I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of
the City of Coppell, Texas on this 21st day of February, 2014, at _____________.
______________________________
Christel Pettinos, City Secretary
PUBLIC NOTICE - STATEMENT FOR ADA COMPLIANCE
The City of Coppell acknowledges its responsibility to comply with the Americans With
Disabilities Act of 1990. Thus, in order to assist individuals with disabilities who require
special services (i.e. sign interpretative services, alternative audio/visual devices, and
amanuenses) for participation in or access to the City of Coppell sponsored public programs,
services and/or meetings, the City requests that individuals makes requests for these services
forty-eight (48) hours ahead of the scheduled program, service, and/or meeting. To make
arrangements, contact Vivyon V. Bowman, ADA Coordinator or other designated official at
(972) 462-0022, or (TDD 1-800-RELAY, TX 1-800-735-2989).
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