City Council Meeting
Regular MeetingGrand Prairie, TX · February 1, 2022
Minutes
CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 300 W. MAIN STREET
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 01, 2022 AT 4:30 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Jensen called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Ron Jensen
Mayor Pro Tem Mike Del Bosque
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Cole Humphreys
Council Member District 1 Jorja Clemson
Council Member At Large Place 8 Junior Ezeonu
Council Member District 6 Kurt Johnson
Council Member District 2 Dennis King
Council Member District 4 John Lopez
ABSENT
Council Member At Large Place 7 Jeff Copeland
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1. Covid-19 Omicron Update
Public Health Director Cindy Mendez provided an update on Covid-19 and the Omicron
variant. She advised the Omicron variant has peaked and reviewed statistics and differences
between the Delta and Omicron variants. She discussed the process of a virus going from a
pandemic to endemic.
PRESENTED
2. Animal Services Facilities and Marketing Update
Animal Services Manager Lily Yap discussed the extended service hours at the animal shelter
and their ability to provide twenty-four hour, seven day a week emergency response service
and spoke of their heightened situation awareness. She discussed improved processes and
communication as a result of working with Grand Prairie Police, dispatch and the crisis
support team on cruelty animal cases. Ms. Yap said they also work with other departments on
community outreach efforts.
PRESENTED
3. Pump Station Construction
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Public Works and Engineering Director Gabe Johnson provided an update on pump station
construction including the SW Sector Pump Station located near Hwy 360 and Hwy 287 which
is slated for substantial completion by July 2022. He also provided details of and displayed
Robinson Road Pump Station renderings, noting substantial completion is planned for August
2022 with final completion by October 2022. Mr. Johnson said part two of the construction for
elevated storage is planned with a finish date of mid-2024.
PRESENTED
AGENDA REVIEW
Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque asked if there were questions on Consent Agenda items one through
seventeen. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys advised the Finance and Government Committee, absent
Chairman Copeland, reviewed items fifteen and sixteen and recommend their approval. Council
Member Ezeonu asked for clarification of item thirteen. Chief Daniel Scesney reviewed the item. City
Manager Steve Dye and Mayor Jensen advised item twenty-seven would be tabled.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Jensen called a closed session at 5:51 p.m. pursuant to Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the
Government Code, V.T.C.A., to discuss Section 551.071 “Consultation with Attorney”- Public
Information Act and Open Meetings Act, Section 551.072 “Deliberation Regarding Real Property” and
Section 551.087 “Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations.”
RECESS MEETING
Mayor Jensen adjourned the closed door session, opened the regular meeting and called a recess at
5:51 p.m.
RECONVENE MEETING – 6:30 PM
Invocation led by Dr. Marlow McGuire, Sr., of Epic Fellowship Church.
Pledge of Allegiance to the US Flag and Texas Flag led by Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque.
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation Acknowledging Civitan Clergy Appreciation Week
Mayor Jensen welcomed and presented the proclamation to Frank Kelley, President Ranger of
the Civitan Club, who provided some additional information about the Civitan Clergy
organization and read bible scripture John 15:13.
PRESENTED
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque moved, seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys, to approve items
five through seventeen and table items eighteen through twenty. The motion carried unanimously, 8-0.
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5. Minutes of the January 18, 2022, City Council Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
6. Peninsula PID Contract with LandCare for Flowerbed Renovations-Phase 2 in the amount of
$198,241.69 (Council Districts 4 and 6)
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
7. Peninsula PID Contract with LandCare for landscape maintenance in the total amount of
$845,000, including landscape maintenance $615,000, beautification $150,000, and irrigation
system maintenance services $80,000, for a one year term (Council Districts 4 and 6)
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
8. Westchester PID Contract with Site Landscape Development for landscape maintenance
$279,808, beautification, $212,500, and irrigation system maintenance services, $53,000 for a
one year term in the amount of $545,308 (Council District 6)
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
9. Price Agreement Contract for inspection, cleaning, and repair of Firefighter bunker gear
(personal protective equipment) from Gear Cleaning Solutions, LLC ($70,000 annually)
through a Master Interlocal Agreement with the City of Allen. This agreement will be for one
year with the option to renew for one additional one-year periods totaling $140,000.00 if all
extensions are exercised. Authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal options with
aggregate price fluctuations of up to $50,000 so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by
the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal terms
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
10. Interlocal Agreement with Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD) for three years
for summer camp bus services at a reimbursement rate of $27.50 per hour and $2.30 per mile
for an annual estimated cost of $20,000 and a total of $60,000 for the three year agreement
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
11. Price agreement for ground maintenance on Drainage Channels ($18,400), Levees ($24,600),
Drainage Easement areas ($12,350) and ground maintenance services not specifically listed
($5,000) with Terry Rutland for a combined total of $60,350 annually, for one year with the
option to renew for four additional one year periods totaling $301,750, if all extensions are
exercised; and authorize City Manager to execute the renewal options with aggregate price
fluctuations of the lesser of up to $50,000 or 25% of the original maximum price so long as
sufficient funding is appropriated by the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the
renewal terms
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
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12. Price agreement with Landmark Earth Services, for vegetation management services at an
estimated annual cost of $80,040.85 for one year, with the option for four additional one-year
periods totaling $400,204.25 if all extensions are exercised; and authorize City Manager to
execute any additional renewal options with aggregate price fluctuations of the lesser of up to
$50,000 or 25% of the original maximum price so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by
the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal term(s)
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
13. Price Agreement for veterinary pharmaceuticals from Zoetis US, in the amount of $54,578.90.
This agreement will be for one year with the option to renew for four (4) additional one-year
periods totaling $218,315.60 if all extensions are exercised. Authorize the City Manager to
execute the renewal options with aggregate price fluctuations of the lesser of up to $50,000 or
25% of the original maximum price so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by the City
Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal terms
APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA
14. Ordinance Calling a General Election to Elect City Council Member District Two, City Council
Member District Four and Mayor At Large
ADOPTED
ORD 11154-2022
15. Ordinance amending Chapter 29, “Code Compliance”, of the to the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Grand Prairie, Texas, to Provide for an Administrative Adjudication Process for Certain
Violations; Providing a Penalty Clause, A Savings Clause, and a Severability Clause; and
providing an effective date upon passage and publication
ADOPTED
ORD 11155-2022
16. Ordinance amending the FY 2022 Red Light Safety Fund in the amount of $33,150 for a
portion of the first-year costs of a price agreement for CodeCite and CityCite Code Compliance
violation issuance platforms; Price Agreement for CodeCite and CityCite Code Compliance
violation issuance platforms from T2 Systems, Inc., through a national cooperative agreement
with Sourcewell for a cost of 16% from gross revenues collected by the City, one time
equipment cost of $33,150, and a flat annual fee of $14,280 (total estimated first year cost of
$98,150). This agreement will be for one year with the option to renew for two additional one-
year periods, at an estimated renewal cost of $65,000 each, totaling $195,000 if all extensions
are exercised; Authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal options under the same terms
so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation
during the renewal terms
ADOPTED
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ORD 11156-2022
17. Amend Resolution 4486-2011 passed on March 1, 2011, to authorize the City of Grand Prairie
to amend and restate the Flexible Benefits Plan or Cafeteria Plan and health related accounts
available to employees as provided by various provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and the
Affordable Care Act
ADOPTED
RES 5254-2022
PLANNING AND ZONING ITEMS TO BE TABLED
18. CPA-21-12-0002 - Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Villas at Bardin (City Council District
4). Amendment to the Future Land Use Map to change the designation from Low Density
Residential to Medium Density Residential. A portion of Block 4, Sheffield Village Addition,
Phase IV located in the southeast corner of Bardin Rd. and Magna Carta Blvd. with an
approximate address of 2801 W Bardin Rd (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission tabled this item to February 14, 2022)
TABLED
19. ZON-21-11-0015 - Zoning Change/Concept Plan - Villas at Bardin (City Council District 4).
Zoning Change from PD-140B for Single Family Detached Use to a Planned Development
District for Townhome Use and a Concept Plan for a townhome development with 87 units on
10 acres. A portion of Block 4, Sheffield Village Addition, Phase IV, City of Grand Prairie,
Tarrant County, Texas zoned Planned Development (PD 140B) with Single-Family detached
uses located in the southeast corner of Bardin Rd. and Magna Carta Blvd. with an approximate
address of 2801 W Bardin Rd (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
tabled this item to February 14, 2022)
TABLED
20. STP-21-11-0013 - Site Plan - Prologis Warehouse on 161 (City Council District 5). Site Plan
for a 144,488 sq. ft. industrial warehouse on one lot on 9.28 acres. Lot 1, Block A, Prologis
January Lane Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, Zoned PD-406 District,
within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay District, and addressed as 1101 N. SH 161 (On December
13, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 7-0)
TABLED
PLANNING AND ZONING FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
21. STP-21-11-0012–Site Plan –Warehouse at 732 Ave R (City Council District 1). Site Plan for a
120,167 sq. ft. industrial warehouse building on one lot on 6.30 acres. Lot 4, Block 6, GSWID
#7, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas. Zoned (LI) Light Industrial District, generally
located southwest of Avenue R and 108th Street and specifically addressed as 732 Avenue R
(On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote
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of 5-0)
Chief City Planner Savannah Ware reviewed the site plan for a warehouse building for light
industrial and noted it meets dimensional, density and landscape requirements. She reviewed
elevations and building materials and advised the applicant is not requesting any variances.
Ms. Ware said the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Development Review Committee
recommended approval. Council Member Clemson said she hoped the applicant would save as
many trees as possible, and she then moved, seconded by Council Member Johnson, to approve
this item. The motion carried unanimously.
APPROVED
22. STP-21-11-0021 - Site Plan - Aura Hanover Southgate (City Council District 6). Site Plan for a
multi-family development with 303 units in five buildings. 10.07 acres out of the B. F. Howard
Survey, Abstract No. 513, and Seth M. Blair Survey, Abstract No. 135, City of Grand Prairie,
Ellis County, Texas, zoned PD-414, and generally located east of State Highway 360 and north
of US Highway 287 (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval by a vote of 5-0)
Ms. Ware reviewed this site plan for mixed-use multifamily development with five buildings in
the Southgate 360 Corridor Plan. She discussed proposed amenities to include a pool,
clubroom, fitness building and business center and noted it meets density, dimensional and
landscape requirements. Ms. Ware said they will also add four-foot caliper trees and a trail.
She reviewed elevations and noted it meets the design recommendation for Appendix W. She
then reviewed renderings provided by the developer and noted no variances have been
requested. Ms. Ware said the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Development Review
Committee recommended approval. Adam Brown, 8235 Douglas, Suite 950, Dallas, was
present, in support and available for questions on this item. Council Member Lopez asked Mr.
Brown to be mindful of safety for school bus stops as they plan this development. Mr. Brown
agreed. Council Member Johnson moved, seconded by Council Member Ezeonu, to approve as
presented by staff. The motion carried unanimously.
APPROVED
23. STP-21-11-0017 - Site Plan Amendment - Great Southwest Parkway Warehouse - Prologis
(City Council District 1). Site Plan Amendment for a 215,229 sq. ft. warehouse/distribution
center development on 21.973 acres. Lot 13A and part of Lot 14, Block 1, DevTex Business
Park Addition, Lots 13B and 13C, Block 1, Erikson Addition, City of Grand Prairie and City of
Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas, zoned Light Industrial (LI) District in Grand Prairie and
Light Manufacturing (IM) in Arlington, and addressed as 1550 S. Great Southwest Parkway
(On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with staff
conditions by a vote of 5-0)
Ms. Ware reviewed this site plan amendment to adjust for land acquired by the applicant. She
reviewed the boundary information, located in the cities of Arlington and Grand Prairie, and
the applicant’s proposal to shift parking further north. Mayor Jensen asked if the zoning in
Arlington is the same, and Ms. Ware confirmed. Ms. Ware said it meets density and
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dimensional standards, and noted a tree preservation plan was approved by the City of
Arlington. She reviewed planned elevations and said it meets Appendix X requirements. Ms.
Ware discussed variances including wing wall height, landscaping along entrance, number of
parking spaces and parking between the primary facade and the right-of-way. She said the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval and the Development Review
Committee recommended approval with stipulations regarding easement abandonments and
required noting of the relocation of easements on the replat and site plan. Deputy Mayor Pro
Tem Humphreys asked to clarify the need for increased parking. Ms. Ware reviewed parking
regulations. Council Member Johnson expressed concerns with saturation of warehouse and
apartment development in the city. Mayor Jensen reminded Council the applicant has the
zoning. Council Member Ezeonu asked why there are so many requested parking spaces. Mr.
Jackson said it establishes flexibility. Mr. Peters representing the applicant requested to speak
and clarified parking would be for users of one or two tenants who will occupy the spaces, and
noted there tends to be offices for warehouse operations, and the parking aligns for the size of
business space needed for this market. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys commented a
bigger parking lot and higher building elevation would promote e-commerce. Council Member
Clemson moved, seconded by Council Member Ezeonu, to approve with staff conditions.
Mayor Jensen explained zoning information to audience. The motion carried unanimously.
APPROVED
PUBLIC HEARING ZONING APPLICATIONS
24. SUP-21-11-0019 - Specific Use Permit/Site Plan – McDonald's Restaurant at SH-161 and
Arkansas Lane (City Council District 2). Specific Use Permit/Site Plan for a Restaurant with a
Drive-Through on 1.518 acres. Lot 1R, Block A, Grand Central Crossing Addition, City of
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, zoned PD-273A, within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay
District, and addressed as 2810 S HWY 161 (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval with staff conditions by a vote of 5-0)
Ms. Ware presented this proposed development located at Highway 161 and Arkansas Lane.
She reviewed site plan maps and parking, and said it meets density and dimensional standards
but not parking. Ms. Ware reviewed building elevations and noted a variance was requested for
number of parking spaces. She said the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval and the Development Review Committee also recommended approval with the
conditions and reviewed those conditions. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys asked if there
will be access from the service road. Ms. Ware confirmed the drives are already established.
Matthew Korte with Lane Engineering, 8951 Cypress Waters Boulevard, Suite 150, Dallas,
provided site layout improvement information. He said they do not have any other access
points planned and noted they have a larger landscape plan than required. Mr. Korte said
significant improvements were made with great effort to remain a good partner with Grand
Prairie and compared the concept approval versus actual proposed site layout which he noted
are very similar. Mr. Korte discussed additional landscaping/beautification efforts and
reviewed renderings and facades. Lee Morris, Construction Manager for McDonalds, 511 E.
John Carpenter Freeway, Suite 375, Irving, noted there are seven existing restaurants in Grand
Prairie, and they require their remodeling every ten years. He advised six are traditional stores
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and are performing above average by twenty percent. Mr. Morris reviewed building and site
details advising it will have the latest digital technology and dual stacking lanes. Developer
Chad DuBose, 7218 Colgate Avenue, Dallas, discussed acquirement of the property and said
he worked closely with city staff and has tried to make use of the easement area. Deputy
Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys said he is excited about what is going on at Epic but cannot
support a drive thru restaurant at this location. Council Member Ezeonu said there are four
McDonald’s Restaurants within a three to five mile radius. Council Member Lopez asked staff
if a drive thru is allowed. Ms. Ware said the concept plan allows for it. Council Member
Johnson asked if there was any opposition. Ms. Ware said this evening Drew Meyer of the
Courtyard hotel group sent a letter in opposition, and she read his points of opposition
including his plea for a sit down restaurant for their patrons as well as improved lighting.
Council Member King said he likes McDonald’s, but noted he foresees major traffic issues with
a drive thru restaurant at this location. Mr. DuBose said he tried to bring other sit down
restaurants but found challenges with this site because it is very narrow, and parking is a
challenge because it is limited. Council Member King moved, seconded by Council Member
Johnson, to close the public hearing and deny this item. The motion carried unanimously.
DENIED
25. SUP-21-11-0022 - Specific Use Permit/Site Plan Amendment at 3055 Mayfield Road (City
Council District 4). Amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 739 for a Convenience Store with
Gasoline Sales, Lube Center, and Car Wash to add Auto Tire/Wheel Sales & Installation
(Indoor Displays) use and an amendment to the Site Plan to revise the car wash pay lanes,
relocate the detail area to the rear of the site, and add an office/break room structure. Lot 1,
Block 1, Mayfield Road Tigermart Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas,
zoned PD-239 w/SUP-739, located within SH-360 Corridor Overlay District, generally located
southeast of northbound SH-360 Service Road and Mayfield Road, and addressed as 3055
Mayfield Road (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval by vote of 5-0)
Ms. Ware presented this request to amend existing an existing Specific Use Permit to add auto
tire and wheel sales, and installation within a lube facility. She discussed the site plan and
noted the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve with numerous staff conditions
which she reviewed. Council Member Lopez asked if there were any code violations with this
operation and Council Member Humphreys asked if they were in violation. Ms. Ware
confirmed and said the operators were already doing wheel, tire and sales installation before
this application was submitted. Mohammed Sharaf spoke in support and claimed to represent
the owners and said his father started the business. He said they were not sure how the
violation occurred, and it may have been something they missed when they first opened. He
said they are present to rectify the problem. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys noted the
Auto Related Business (ARB) rules helped initiate Clean Prairie and asked if they would be
willing to maintain a clean business. Mr. Sharaf confirmed and noted it is a nationally
branded business now, a Waxahachie based store. Council Member Lopez asked how people
would be aware this is a tire shop and asked how they plan to keep work from being done
outside. Mr. Sharaf said the free vacuums was a concern with loitering and he reviewed the
proposed changes included in the site plan to correct the issues. He noted the greenspace
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would now be a manned booth and car detailing will be placed towards the back of the
property. Mr. Sharaf added they would forbid tire displays outside. Ms. Ware said property
owners within 300 feet were notified of this request and there was no opposition. Mayor
Jensen commented on his visitation of and the longevity of this business. Council Member King
moved, seconded by Council Member Clemson, to close the public hearing and approve this
item with staff recommendations. The motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTED
ORD 11157-2022
26. SUP-21-08-0001 - Specific Use Permit - Auto Related Businesses at 2620 Skyway Dr (City
Council District 2). Specific Use Permit for Major Auto Repair, Retail Auto Parts (Used), Auto
Sales (Non-Franchise Used), and Auto Body & Paint Shop. Lots D1, D1A, D2, of Airport
Industrial Park, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas, zoned Light Industrial and
addressed as 2620 Skyway Dr, (the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny this
request by vote of 4-1)
Ms. Ware presented this request for auto sales of non-franchised used auto repair, auto body,
auto paint shop and auto parts used. She explained the propose of the Specific Use Permit
(SUP) process and said these businesses are currently operating without the required SUP.
She reviewed the background of this land component and its uses. Ms. Ware reviewed the Auto
Related Business/Code Compliance and Environmental Services notes and citation history for
this location. She also reviewed the Building Advisory and Appeals Board notes noting
compliance issues and showed related photographs. Ms. Ware said the Planning and Zoning
Commission denied the request and said staff also does not support the request. She reviewed
the twelve staff conditions placed on this operator should Council approve the permit. Deputy
Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys asked whether the SUP would apply to all businesses and to
clarify what a negative impact would mean for them. Ms. Ware reviewed the information and
confirmed it would apply to all. She shared photos and said operation would need to be in a
manner that eliminates all violations. Owner Monica Cyphers, 1617 England Road, spoke in
support and reviewed the history of this property which her father once owned. She said she
obtained ownership over a year ago and reviewed the 2006 ARB ordinance. Ms. Cyphers
presented information for four of the Certificates of Occupancy (COs) for approved paint
booths and noted their struggle to obtain a permit to repair the parking lot. She reviewed
renderings and site plan and showed pictures of the improved parking lot. She reviewed their
plan of action with SUP approval. Mayor Jensen said has concerns because several the
citations have nothing to do with the SUP approval but instead with cleanliness. Mayor Jensen
asked if approved, can they complete all twelve requested items. Operators in the audience
said yes. Council Member Humphreys said he would like them to succeed, but if they cannot
comply, they may be denied. Mr. Jackson clarified what is up for discussion is a 90 day
approval of the SUP. Council Member Lopez said this has to do with operation of the business,
and they must learn what is required of a business. Council Member Lopez then asked staff to
note progress of improvements. Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque said he would like a timeline set
with staff and communicated to the business to reach compliance. Ms. Ware said compliance is
what is wanted, and Mayor Jensen clarified council does not want to put people out of
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business. Council Member Lopez asked how the COs would work. Ms. Ware said they have
forty-five days to obtain the CO’s. Council Member King noted they have a lot of work to do,
and encouraged the owner and operators to communicate with staff. Council Member Lopez
asked the owner to review the requirements. Council Member King moved, seconded by
Council Member Clemson, to close the public hearing and approve with a temporary SUP, to
hold a public hearing in one-hundred twenty days, working weekly with Code Compliance, and
to complete the twelve items based on staff recommendations.
Voting Yea: Mayor Jensen, Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys,
Council Member District 1 Clemson, Council Member At Large Place 8 Ezeonu, Council
Member District 2 King, Council Member District 4 Lopez
Voting Nay: Council Member District 6 Johnson
ADOPTED
ORD 11158-2022
27. SUP-21-10-0016 - Specific Use Permit for Hookah Lounge – 906 W Pioneer Pkwy, Ste 250
(City Council District 2). Specific Use Permit for Amusement Services to allow a hookah
lounge. Lot 2, Block 1, Gibson Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, Zoned
PD-394 with General Retail (GR) uses, within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay District, and
addressed as 906 W Pioneer Pkwy, Ste 250 (On December 13, 2021, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended denial by a vote of 7-0)
Council Member King moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque, to table this item. The
motion carried unanimously.
TABLED
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
28. Discussion and consideration of all matters incident and related to the issuance and sale of
“City of Grand Prairie, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series
2022”, including the adoption of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of such certificates
which certificates are expected to be issued in a principal amount of not to exceed $26,000,000
Deputy City Manager Cheryl Deleon thanked Treasury and Debt Manager Brady Olsen, noting
he worked to help the city save 11.5 million dollars. Mr. Olsen presented this item and noted
the city will continue to be a triple A rated city. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Humphreys said the
Finance and Government Committee reviewed this item thoroughly, and he then moved,
seconded by Council Member Johnson, to approve this item. The motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTED
ORD 11159-2022
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jensen adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
The foregoing minutes were approved at the February 15, 2022, City Council meeting.
_______________________________
Mona Lisa Galicia, City Secretary
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Agenda
CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 300 W. MAIN STREET
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 01, 2022 AT 4:30 PM
AGENDA
The meeting will be held at City Hall Council Chambers, 300 W. Main St, Grand Prairie, Texas, and the
Mayor or presiding member will be physically present. Council members may be participating remotely
via video conference.
CALL TO ORDER
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1. Covid-19 Omicron Update
2. Animal Services Facilities and Marketing Update
3. Pump Station Construction
AGENDA REVIEW
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council may conduct a closed session pursuant to Chapter 551, Subchapter D of the Government
Code, V.T.C.A., to discuss any of the following:
(1) Section 551.071 “Consultation with Attorney”- Public Information Act and Open Meetings Act
(2) Section 551.072 “Deliberation Regarding Real Property”
(3) Section 551.074 “Personnel Matters”
(4) Section 551.087 “Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations.”
City Council also reserves the right to discuss any agenda item in closed session when authorized by the
above referenced provisions. Any final action will be taken during open session.
RECESS MEETING
RECONVENE MEETING – 6:30 PM
Invocation led by Dr. Marlow McGuire, Sr., of Epic Fellowship Church.
Pledge of Allegiance to the US Flag and Texas Flag led by Mayor Pro Tem Del Bosque.
PRESENTATIONS
4. Proclamation Acknowledging Civitan Clergy Appreciation Week
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CONSENT AGENDA
The full agenda has been posted on the city's website, www.gptx.org, for those who may want to view this
agenda in more detail. Citizens may speak for five minutes on any item on the agenda by completing and
submitting a speaker card.
5. Minutes of the January 18, 2022, City Council Meeting
6. Peninsula PID Contract with LandCare for Flowerbed Renovations-Phase 2 in the amount of
$198,241.69 (Council Districts 4 and 6)
7. Peninsula PID Contract with LandCare for landscape maintenance in the total amount of
$845,000, including landscape maintenance $615,000, beautification $150,000, and irrigation
system maintenance services $80,000, for a one year term (Council Districts 4 and 6)
8. Westchester PID Contract with Site Landscape Development for landscape maintenance
$279,808, beautification, $212,500, and irrigation system maintenance services, $53,000 for a
one year term in the amount of $545,308 (Council District 6)
9. Price Agreement Contract for inspection, cleaning, and repair of Firefighter bunker gear
(personal protective equipment) from Gear Cleaning Solutions, LLC ($70,000 annually)
through a Master Interlocal Agreement with the City of Allen. This agreement will be for one
year with the option to renew for one additional one-year periods totaling $140,000.00 if all
extensions are exercised. Authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal options with
aggregate price fluctuations of up to $50,000 so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by
the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal terms
10. Interlocal Agreement with Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD) for three years
for summer camp bus services at a reimbursement rate of $27.50 per hour and $2.30 per mile
for an annual estimated cost of $20,000 and a total of $60,000 for the three year agreement
11. Price agreement for ground maintenance on Drainage Channels ($18,400), Levees ($24,600),
Drainage Easement areas ($12,350) and ground maintenance services not specifically listed
($5,000) with Terry Rutland for a combined total of $60,350 annually, for one year with the
option to renew for four additional one year periods totaling $301,750, if all extensions are
exercised; and authorize City Manager to execute the renewal options with aggregate price
fluctuations of the lesser of up to $50,000 or 25% of the original maximum price so long as
sufficient funding is appropriated by the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the
renewal terms
12. Price agreement with Landmark Earth Services, for vegetation management services at an
estimated annual cost of $80,040.85 for one year, with the option for four additional one-year
periods totaling $400,204.25 if all extensions are exercised; and authorize City Manager to
execute any additional renewal options with aggregate price fluctuations of the lesser of up to
$50,000 or 25% of the original maximum price so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by
the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal term(s)
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13. Price Agreement for veterinary pharmaceuticals from Zoetis US, in the amount of $54,578.90.
This agreement will be for one year with the option to renew for four (4) additional one-year
periods totaling $218,315.60 if all extensions are exercised. Authorize the City Manager to
execute the renewal options with aggregate price fluctuations of the lesser of up to $50,000 or
25% of the original maximum price so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by the City
Council to satisfy the City’s obligation during the renewal terms
14. Ordinance Calling a General Election to Elect City Council Member District Two, City Council
Member District Four and Mayor At Large
15. Ordinance amending Chapter 29, “Code Compliance”, of the to the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Grand Prairie, Texas, to Provide for an Administrative Adjudication Process for Certain
Violations; Providing a Penalty Clause, A Savings Clause, and a Severability Clause; and
providing an effective date upon passage and publication
16. Ordinance amending the FY 2022 Red Light Safety Fund in the amount of $33,150 for a
portion of the first-year costs of a price agreement for CodeCite and CityCite Code Compliance
violation issuance platforms; Price Agreement for CodeCite and CityCite Code Compliance
violation issuance platforms from T2 Systems, Inc., through a national cooperative agreement
with Sourcewell for a cost of 16% from gross revenues collected by the City, one time
equipment cost of $33,150, and a flat annual fee of $14,280 (total estimated first year cost of
$98,150). This agreement will be for one year with the option to renew for two additional one-
year periods, at an estimated renewal cost of $65,000 each, totaling $195,000 if all extensions
are exercised; Authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal options under the same terms
so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by the City Council to satisfy the City’s obligation
during the renewal terms
17. Amend Resolution 4486-2011 passed on March 1, 2011, to authorize the City of Grand Prairie
to amend and restate the Flexible Benefits Plan or Cafeteria Plan and health related accounts
available to employees as provided by various provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and the
Affordable Care Act
PLANNING AND ZONING ITEMS TO BE TABLED
18. CPA-21-12-0002 - Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Villas at Bardin (City Council District
4). Amendment to the Future Land Use Map to change the designation from Low Density
Residential to Medium Density Residential. A portion of Block 4, Sheffield Village Addition,
Phase IV located in the southeast corner of Bardin Rd. and Magna Carta Blvd. with an
approximate address of 2801 W Bardin Rd (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission tabled this item to February 14, 2022)
19. ZON-21-11-0015 - Zoning Change/Concept Plan - Villas at Bardin (City Council District 4).
Zoning Change from PD-140B for Single Family Detached Use to a Planned Development
District for Townhome Use and a Concept Plan for a townhome development with 87 units on
10 acres. A portion of Block 4, Sheffield Village Addition, Phase IV, City of Grand Prairie,
Tarrant County, Texas zoned Planned Development (PD 140B) with Single-Family detached
uses located in the southeast corner of Bardin Rd. and Magna Carta Blvd. with an approximate
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address of 2801 W Bardin Rd (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
tabled this item to February 14, 2022)
20. STP-21-11-0013 - Site Plan - Prologis Warehouse on 161 (City Council District 5). Site Plan
for a 144,488 sq. ft. industrial warehouse on one lot on 9.28 acres. Lot 1, Block A, Prologis
January Lane Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, Zoned PD-406 District,
within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay District, and addressed as 1101 N. SH 161 (On December
13, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 7-0)
PLANNING AND ZONING FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
21. STP-21-11-0012–Site Plan –Warehouse at 732 Ave R (City Council District 1). Site Plan for a
120,167 sq. ft. industrial warehouse building on one lot on 6.30 acres. Lot 4, Block 6, GSWID
#7, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas. Zoned (LI) Light Industrial District, generally
located southwest of Avenue R and 108th Street and specifically addressed as 732 Avenue R
(On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote
of 5-0)
22. STP-21-11-0021 - Site Plan - Aura Hanover Southgate (City Council District 6). Site Plan for a
multi-family development with 303 units in five buildings. 10.07 acres out of the B. F. Howard
Survey, Abstract No. 513, and Seth M. Blair Survey, Abstract No. 135, City of Grand Prairie,
Ellis County, Texas, zoned PD-414, and generally located east of State Highway 360 and north
of US Highway 287 (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval by a vote of 5-0)
23. STP-21-11-0017 - Site Plan Amendment - Great Southwest Parkway Warehouse - Prologis
(City Council District 1). Site Plan Amendment for a 215,229 sq. ft. warehouse/distribution
center development on 21.973 acres. Lot 13A and part of Lot 14, Block 1, DevTex Business
Park Addition, Lots 13B and 13C, Block 1, Erikson Addition, City of Grand Prairie and City of
Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas, zoned Light Industrial (LI) District in Grand Prairie and
Light Manufacturing (IM) in Arlington, and addressed as 1550 S. Great Southwest Parkway
(On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with staff
conditions by a vote of 5-0)
PUBLIC HEARING ZONING APPLICATIONS
24. SUP-21-11-0019 - Specific Use Permit/Site Plan – McDonald's Restaurant at SH-161 and
Arkansas Lane (City Council District 2). Specific Use Permit/Site Plan for a Restaurant with a
Drive-Through on 1.518 acres. Lot 1R, Block A, Grand Central Crossing Addition, City of
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, zoned PD-273A, within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay
District, and addressed as 2810 S HWY 161 (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval with staff conditions by a vote of 5-0)
25. SUP-21-11-0022 - Specific Use Permit/Site Plan Amendment at 3055 Mayfield Road (City
Council District 4). Amendment to Specific Use Permit No. 739 for a Convenience Store with
Gasoline Sales, Lube Center, and Car Wash to add Auto Tire/Wheel Sales & Installation
(Indoor Displays) use and an amendment to the Site Plan to revise the car wash pay lanes,
relocate the detail area to the rear of the site, and add an office/break room structure. Lot 1,
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Block 1, Mayfield Road Tigermart Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas,
zoned PD-239 w/SUP-739, located within SH-360 Corridor Overlay District, generally located
southeast of northbound SH-360 Service Road and Mayfield Road, and addressed as 3055
Mayfield Road (On January 10, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval by vote of 5-0)
26. SUP-21-08-0001 - Specific Use Permit - Auto Related Businesses at 2620 Skyway Dr (City
Council District 2). Specific Use Permit for Major Auto Repair, Retail Auto Parts (Used), Auto
Sales (Non-Franchise Used), and Auto Body & Paint Shop. Lots D1, D1A, D2, of Airport
Industrial Park, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas, zoned Light Industrial and
addressed as 2620 Skyway Dr, (the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny this
request by vote of 4-1)
27. SUP-21-10-0016 - Specific Use Permit for Hookah Lounge – 906 W Pioneer Pkwy, Ste 250
(City Council District 2). Specific Use Permit for Amusement Services to allow a hookah
lounge. Lot 2, Block 1, Gibson Addition, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, Zoned
PD-394 with General Retail (GR) uses, within the SH-161 Corridor Overlay District, and
addressed as 906 W Pioneer Pkwy, Ste 250 (On December 13, 2021, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended denial by a vote of 7-0)
ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
28. Discussion and consideration of all matters incident and related to the issuance and sale of
“City of Grand Prairie, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series
2022”, including the adoption of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of such certificates
which certificates are expected to be issued in a principal amount of not to exceed $26,000,000
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Citizens may speak during Citizen Comments for up to five minutes on any item not on the agenda by
completing and submitting a speaker card.
ADJOURNMENT
Certification
In accordance with Chapter 551, Subchapter C of the Government Code, V.T.C.A, the City Council
meeting agenda was prepared and posted January 28, 2022.
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Mona Lisa Galicia, City Secretary
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