City Council
Regular MeetingCoppell, TX · September 22, 2015
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255 Parkway Boulevard
City of Coppell, Texas Coppell, Texas 75019-9478
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City Council
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 5:30 PM Council Chambers
KAREN HUNT GARY RODEN
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
CLIFF LONG NANCY YINGLING
Place 1 Place 5
BRIANNA HINOJOSA-FLORES MARVIN FRANKLIN
Place 2 Place 6
WES MAYS MARK HILL
Place 3 Place 7
CLAY PHILLIPS
City Manager
Present 8 - Karen Hunt;Cliff Long;Brianna Hinojosa-Flores;Wes Mays;Gary
Roden;Marvin Franklin;Mark Hill and Nancy Yingling
Also present were City Manager Clay Phillips, Deputy City Managers Mario Canizares
and Mike Land, City Secretary Christel Pettinos and City Attorney Robert Hager.
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
September 22, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Hunt called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was present
and convened into Executive Session at 5:42 p.m.
Councilmember Hinojosa-Flores arrived during the Executive Session.
2. Executive Session (Closed to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
A. Consultation with the City Attorney regarding the settlement
agreements by and between CB Parkway, the City of Coppell and/or
Luminant; and to deliberate an exchange of real property with CB
Parkway or its affiliates Luminant; and, potential purchase of real
property from Luminant for property generally located at Northlake.
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Discussed under Executive Session
Section 551.087, Texas Government Code - Economic Development Negotiations.
B. Discussion regarding economic development prospects north of
Wrangler Drive and east of Freeport Parkway.
Discussed under Executive Session
C. Discussion regarding economic development prospects north of
Bethel Road and east of Freeport Parkway.
Discussed under Executive Session
D. Discussion regarding economic development prospects south of
Southwestern Boulevard and east of Freeport Parkway.
Discussed under Executive Session
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Mayor Hunt adjourned the Executive Session at 6:43 p.m. and convened into
the Work Session at 6:46 p.m.
A. Discussion regarding the Subdivision Ordinance.
B. Discussion regarding the Budget Amendment.
C. Discussion regarding the Boards and Commissions process.
D. Discussion of Agenda Items.
Presented in Work Session
Regular Session
Mayor Hunt adjourned the Work Session at 7:35 p.m. and reconvened into the
Regular Session.
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
Dale Patterson with Hackberry Creek Church gave the Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hunt and the City Council led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. Consider approval of a proclamation naming the week of October
4-10, 2015 as “Fire Prevention Week” and authorizing the Mayor to
sign
Mayor Hunt read the proclamation into the record and presented the same to
Deputy Fire Chief Tim Oates. A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin
Franklin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gary Roden, that this Agenda Item be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
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7. Consider approval of a proclamation naming Tuesday, October 6,
2015, as "National Night Out" and requesting City Council support and
endorsement of National Night Out festivities; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Mayor Hunt read the proclamation into the record and presented the same to
Officer Peter Dirks, Deputy Police Chief Jim Cook, McGruff the Crime Dog and
the National Night Out Knight. A motion was made by Councilmember Wes
Mays, seconded by Councilmember Brianna Hinojosa-Flores, that this Agenda
Item be approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
8. Report by the Coppell Farmers’ Market.
Karen Pearsall, Chair, gave the Farmers' Market annual "State of the Market"
report.
9. Citizens’ Appearance
Mayor Hunt advised that no one signed up to speak.
10. Consent Agenda
A. Consider approval of the minutes: September 8, 2015.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
B. Consider approval of awarding Request for Proposal (RFP) #0133 for
the procurement of medical group excess loss insurance to the Gerber
Life Insurance Company in the amount of $247,085 and authorizing
the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
C. Consider the renewal contract for third party claims administration
services with UMR, Inc. in the amount of $171,582 and authorizing the
City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
D. Consider approval of a renewal policy for fully insured organ transplant
coverage from National Union Fire Insurance in the amount of
$56,685 and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary
documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
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The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
E. Consider approval of a Resolution approving the terms and conditions
of the first amendment to Declaration of Dwelling Unit Restrictions for
Cypress Waters Community; and approving the terms and conditions
of a petition to amend said unit cap; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
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F. Consider approval of a Resolution approving an exchange of
108.616± acres of real property by and between Trammell Crow
Company No. 43, Ltd. And its related affiliates, and the City of
Coppell, for an adjustment to the shoreline of North Lake, wherein
each party shall convey and receive 54.808± acres of real property;
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Nancy Yingling, that Consent Agenda Items A-F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous voice.
Enactment No: 2015-0922.2
End of Consent Agenda
11. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
approving an amendment to Ordinance No. 2014-1394, the budget for
the Fiscal Year October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance, made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Cliff Long, seconded by
Councilmember Wes Mays, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: 2015-1420
12. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Coppell Code of
Ordinances by amending Chapter 13, Section 13-1-1 through Section
13-1-17, Ordinance No. 94643, as amended, by repealing the same in
its entirety and replacing with a new Chapter 13, Subdivision
Regulations; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Mike Garza, Assistant Director of Engineering, made a
presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by
Councilmember Mark Hill, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
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Enactment No: 2015-1421
13. Consider approval of Change Order number two to the Coppell Road
& Bethel Road reconstruction project in the amount of $101,502.09
with Tiseo Paving, Inc.; and authorizing the City Manager to sign any
necessary documents.
Presentation: George Marshall, Traffic Engineer, made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem Gary Roden, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed
by an unanimous vote.
14. Consider approval of an Agreement between the City of Coppell
(Owner) and Thos. S. Byrne, Ltd. (Construction Manager) for the
expansion and renovation of the Cozby Library and Community
Commons, including Preconstruction Services for $10,000.00; and
authorizing the City Manager to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Brianna Hinojosa-Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
15. Consider approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to
the Agreement between the City of Coppell (Owner) and Thos. S.
Byrne Ltd. (Construction Manager) for the expansion and renovation
of the Cozby Library and Community Commons, in the amount of
$5,898,580.00 and authorizing the City Manager to Sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Brianna Hinojosa-Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that this Agenda Item be approved for the amount
of $5,927,965 and including alternate numbers 5 and 6. The motion passed by
an unanimous vote.
16. City Manager Reports - Project Updates and Future Agendas
City Manager Clay Phillips reported to Council that the CRDC projects Deputy
City Manager Mike Land spoke about would be coming forward on future
agendas. There will be a 5th Tuesday Work Session on September 29th in the
2nd Floor Conference Room. The agenda includes a presentation on traffic
management, discussion about the non-profit funding process, Council's roles
and Spring retreat dates.
17. Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
A. CFBISD\LISD Report - Hinojosa-Flores
B. CISD Report - Hinojosa-Flores/Mays
C. Coppell Seniors - Roden/Franklin (September)
D. Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition - Roden/Hunt
Councilmember Hinojosa-Flores announced the 40-year class reunion for
CFBISD Class of 1975. Please see the website for details. She also announced
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Red Ribbon Week for all schools will be October 26-30th. There will be
festivities to discuss drug awareness and making healthy choices.
For CISD, Councilmember Hinojosa-Flores said the district is seeking parents
for the I LEAD Training Program. This is an opportunity to ask questions of
school board members, teachers and staff. The deadine to register is October
12th.
Councilmember Mays reported on the enrollment numbers for CISD. There
were 11,850 students on the first day of school, which is an increase of 272
students. The school anticipates an annual increase of 200-250 students each
year, increasing the student population to 14,000 in the next ten years. As a
result of this anticipated growth, the School Board subcommittee, Facility
Visioning, reported at the last school board meeting on their strategic plan.
There will be a follow-up meeting on October 13th.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden reported on the Coppell Seniors meetings and provided
statistics. The Seniors have appreciated the opportunity to meet different
Councilmembers and ask questions. In the third quarter, there were 641
scheduled activities with 5,000 people in total attendance, 1,800 members are
currently enrolled, and 45 outside parties reserved the Senior and Community
Center for special events. The Coppell Craft Corner Store is also open for
business selling homemade items Monday through Saturday.
Finally, Mayor Hunt reported on the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition, where
she serves as Treasurer through the end of the year. The Coalition is focused
on the next legislative session with regards to transportation issues. The next
meeting is October 2nd.
18. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
Councilmember Wes Mays thanked his wife for 31 years of marriage.
19. Necessary Action from Executive Session
Nothing to report.
Adjournment
There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned.
________________________
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, September 22, 2015 5:30 PM Council Chambers
KAREN HUNT GARY RODEN
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
CLIFF LONG NANCY YINGLING
Place 1 Place 5
BRIANNA HINOJOSA-FLORES MARVIN FRANKLIN
Place 2 Place 6
WES MAYS MARK HILL
Place 3 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 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
A. Consultation with the City Attorney regarding the settlement agreements
by and between CB Parkway, the City of Coppell and/or Luminant; and
to deliberate an exchange of real property with CB Parkway or its
affiliates Luminant; and, potential purchase of real property from
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Luminant for property generally located at Northlake.
Section 551.087, Texas Government Code - Economic Development Negotiations.
B. Discussion regarding economic development prospects north of
Wrangler Drive and east of Freeport Parkway.
C. Discussion regarding economic development prospects north of Bethel
Road and east of Freeport Parkway.
D. Discussion regarding economic development prospects south of
Southwestern Boulevard and east of Freeport Parkway.
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
A. Discussion regarding the Subdivision Ordinance.
B. Discussion regarding the Budget Amendment.
C. Discussion regarding the Boards and Commissions process.
D. Discussion of Agenda Items.
Regular Session
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Consider approval of a proclamation naming the week of October 4-10,
2015 as “Fire Prevention Week” and authorizing the Mayor to sign
7. Consider approval of a proclamation naming Tuesday, October 6, 2015,
as "National Night Out" and requesting City Council support and
endorsement of National Night Out festivities; and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
8. Report by the Coppell Farmers’ Market.
9. Citizens’ Appearance
10. Consent Agenda
A. Consider approval of the minutes: September 8, 2015.
B. Consider approval of awarding Request for Proposal (RFP) #0133 for
the procurement of medical group excess loss insurance to the Gerber
Life Insurance Company in the amount of $247,085 and authorizing the
City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
C. Consider the renewal contract for third party claims administration
services with UMR, Inc. in the amount of $171,582 and authorizing the
City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
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D. Consider approval of a renewal policy for fully insured organ transplant
coverage from National Union Fire Insurance in the amount of $56,685
and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
E. Consider approval of a Resolution approving the terms and conditions of
the first amendment to Declaration of Dwelling Unit Restrictions for
Cypress Waters Community; and approving the terms and conditions of
a petition to amend said unit cap; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consider approval of a Resolution approving an exchange of 108.616±
acres of real property by and between Trammell Crow Company No. 43,
Ltd. And its related affiliates, and the City of Coppell, for an adjustment
to the shoreline of North Lake, wherein each party shall convey and
receive 54.808± acres of real property; and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
End of Consent Agenda
11. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
approving an amendment to Ordinance No. 2014-1394, the budget for
the Fiscal Year October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
12. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Coppell Code of
Ordinances by amending Chapter 13, Section 13-1-1 through Section
13-1-17, Ordinance No. 94643, as amended, by repealing the same in
its entirety and replacing with a new Chapter 13, Subdivision
Regulations; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
13. Consider approval of Change Order number two to the Coppell Road &
Bethel Road reconstruction project in the amount of $101,502.09 with
Tiseo Paving, Inc.; and authorizing the City Manager to sign any
necessary documents.
14. Consider approval of an Agreement between the City of Coppell
(Owner) and Thos. S. Byrne, Ltd. (Construction Manager) for the
expansion and renovation of the Cozby Library and Community
Commons, including Preconstruction Services for $10,000.00; and
authorizing the City Manager to sign.
15. Consider approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to the
Agreement between the City of Coppell (Owner) and Thos. S. Byrne Ltd.
(Construction Manager) for the expansion and renovation of the Cozby
Library and Community Commons, in the amount of $5,898,580.00 and
authorizing the City Manager to Sign.
16. City Manager Reports - Project Updates and Future Agendas
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17. Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
A. CFBISD\LISD Report - Hinojosa-Flores
B. CISD Report - Hinojosa-Flores/Mays
C. Coppell Seniors - Roden/Franklin (September)
D. Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition - Roden/Hunt
18. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
19. Necessary Action from Executive Session
Adjournment
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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 18th day of September, 2015, 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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