City Council Meeting
Regular MeetingJoshua, TX · October 21, 2021
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CITY COI]NCIL
REGI]LAR MEETING
ocToBER 2r,2021
6:30 PM
City Council Present: Joe Hollam, Mayor; Rick DePriest, Place l; Mike Kidd, Place 2; Angela Nichols, Place 3;
Merle Breitenstein, Place 4; Robert Fleming, Place 5; and Scott Kimble, Place 6.
City Council Absent: None
City StaffPresent: Mike Peacock, City Manager; Amber Bransom, Asst. City Manager; Tom Griffith, Fire Chiel
David Gelsthorpe, Police Chief; Terry Welch, City Attomey; and Alice Holloway, CitySecretary.
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A. CALL TO ORDER AtrD AITNOUNCtr A QUORUM PRESENT
B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
l. United States of America
2. Texas Flag
Councilmember Kimble led the pledge to the flags
C IAIVOCATION
Andrew Wolfenbarger, Pastor ofJoshua Baptist Church gave the invocation
D WORI( SESSION
l. Review and discuss questions related to the budget report and financial statement for September
2021 . (StaffResource: M. Peacock)
Councilmember Kimble commented that he was amazed how well the budget has been handled and
that all department heads needs to be commended.
2. Discuss and receive an update on the activity of paid and volunteer firefighters. (Staff Resource: T.
Griffith)
Fire Chief Griffith stated that they have not lost anyone in a long time. In addition, he stated that
they overall have a good group people and they are not having any issues with coverage.
3. Questions regarding Regular Session agenda items.
None
E PUBLIC FORT]M, PRESENTATIONS, AIYD RECOGNITION:
The City Council invites citizens to speak on any topic. However, unless the item is specifcally noted on
this agmda, the City Council is required under the Texas Open Meetings Act to limit its response to
respoiding with a statement of specifc factual information, reciting lhe City's existing poltgt, gl directins
thi persoi making the inquiry to visit reith City Staff about the issue. Therefore, no Council deliberation is
permitted. Each person will hove 3 minules to speak.
F CONSENT AGENDA
l. Consider approval of minutes from the City Council Meeting held on September 19, 2021. (Staff
Resource: A. HollowaY)
2. Consider approval of a resolution electing to participate in the proposed Opioid Settlements brought
by the State of Texas and other jurisdictions against various pharmaceutical companies for their roles
in the National Opioid crisis. (StaffResource: M' Peacock)
3. Consider approval of an Ordinance renaming Lakeside Drive between Clubhouse Drive and
Mountain Valley nlvd to Lake Front Drive and amending the offrcial map of the City of Joshua.
(Staff Resource: M. Peacock & A. Holloway)
4. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending division 7, "Electrical Code," and division 15,
.,swimming Pool and Spa code," of Article 3.02, "Technical and construction codes and
Standards," of Chapter 3, "Building Regulations," of the Code of Ordinances by adopting the most
recent editions. (Staff Resource: A. Maldonado)
Councilmember Kimble moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Kidd seconded the
motion. The motion passed unanimously.
G REGI]LARAGENDA
l. Discuss, consider, and possible action on an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Joshua, Texas
authorizing the issuance of "City ofJoshua, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021",
levying an armual ad valorem ta& within the limitations prescribed by law, for the payment of the
Obligations; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and related to
the issuance, sale, and delivery of the Obligations; authorizing the execution of a paying agent/registrar
agreement and a purchase and investment letter; complying with the letter of representations previously
executed with the Depository Trust Company; authorizing the execution of any necessary engagement
agreement with the City's financial advisors and/or bond counsel; and providing an effective date.
(Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
Councilmember Nichols moved to approve an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Joshu4
Texas authorizing the issuance of "City of Joshua, Texas Ceneral Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series
202l",levying an annual ad valorem ta:<, within the limitations prescribed by law, for the payment of
the Obligations; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and
related to the issuance, sale, and delivery of the Obligations; authorizing the execution of a paying
agent/registrar agreement and a purchase and investment letter; complying with the letter of
representations previously executed with the Depository Trust Company; authorizing the execution of
any necessary engagement agreement with the city's financial advisors and/or bond counsel; and
providing an effective date. Councilmember Breitenstein seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
2. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention ofthe
City of Joshu4 Texas to reimburse itself for the prior la*ft| expenditure of funds relating to
constructing and equipping various City improvements from the proceeds ofone or more series of tax-
exempt obligations to be issued by the City for authorized purposes. (StaffResource: M. Peacock)
Councilmember Breitenstein moved to approve a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention
ofthe City ofJoshu4 Texas to reimburse itselffor the prior lawful expenditure offunds relating to
constructing and equipping various City improvements from the proceeds ofone or more series oftax-
exempt obligations to be issued by the City for authorized purposes. Councilmember Kidd seconded
the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
3. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention of the
City ofJoshu4 Texas to reimburse itselffor the prior lawful expenditure offunds relating to purchasing
various capital equipment from the proceeds of one or more series of tax-exempt obligations to be
issued by the City for authorized purposes. (StaffResource: M. Peacock)
Councilmember Kidd moved to approve a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention ofthe
City ofJoshua, Texas to reimburse itselffor the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to purchasing
various capital equipment from the proceeds of one or more series of tax-exempt obligations to be
issued by the City for authorized purposes. Councilmember Fleming seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously.
4. Discuss, considet and possible action on approving the apparatus proposal from the Lone Star
Emergency Group for a 2021 E-One 2500 gallon tanker with typhoon chassis in the amount of
$637,665.00; authorize the city manager to execute and agree to the proposal. (Staff Resource: T.
Griffith)
Councilmember Kimble moved to approve the purchase of a m apparatus fiom the Lone Star
Emergency Group for a 2021 E-One 2500 gallon tanker with typhoon chassis in the amount of
$637,665.00; authorize the city manager to execute and agree to the proposal. Councilmember
Breitenstein seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
5. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a resolution amending the personnel policy. (Staff
Resource: A. Bransom)
Councilmember Breitenstein moved to approve a resolution amending the personnel policy with the
following changes:
. Longevity set by City Council
o Gift to be determined
. Vacation must be taken prior to using exempt time
o Executive Team-clarification listing department heads
Councilmember Kimble seconded the motion The motion passed unanimously.
6. Discuss, consider, and possible action on accepting a Dedication Deed for the Stadium Drive
Extension. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
Councilmember Breitenstein moved to accept a Dedication Deed for the Stadium Drive Extension
with a 5 year maintenance Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the agrcement.
Councilmember Kidd seconded the motion. The motion passed. Councilmember Fleming voted
against.
7. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a Development Agreement between the City of Joshua,
Texas and SRE Joshua Development known as the Mockingbird Hills Addition outlining the
Construction of Public Improvements and the escrow of funds for the construction or reconstruction
of a portion of Caddo Road; and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
(Staff Resource: A. Maldonado)
Councilmember Kidd moved to approve a Development Agreement between the City of Joshua,
Texas and SRE Joshua Development known as the Mockingbird Hills Addition outlining the
Construction of Public Improvements and the escrow of funds for the construction or reconstruction
of a portion of Caddo Road; and authorizing the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
Councilmember Fleming seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
H. STAFFRE,PORT
September 2021
l. Police Department Report
2. Fire Department Report
3. Municipal Court Report
4. Public Works Report
5. Development Services Report
6. City Secretary Report
I. FUTI]RE AGENDA ITEMS/REQUESTS BY COI,]NCILMEMBERS TO BE ON THE NEXT
AGENDA
Councilmembers shall not commenl upon, deliberate, or discuss any item that is nol on the agenda.
Councilmembers shall nol make routine inquiries about operalions or projecl status on an item that is not
posted. However, atry Councilmember may slate an issue and request to place the ilem on a future agenda.
l. lntemetlnfrastructure
2. Cell Phone Update
J. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hollarn adjoumed the meeting at 8:03 PM.
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Joe llam, Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Secretary
Approved: November lE, 2021
Agenda
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 21, 2021
6:30 PM
The Joshua City Council will hold a Work Session at 6:30 pm. A Regular Meeting will be held immediately
following the Work Session in the Council Chambers at the Joshua City Hall, located at 101 S. Main St., Joshua,
Texas, on October 21, 2021. This meeting is subject to the open meeting laws of the State of Texas.
Individuals may attend the meeting in person or access the meeting via videoconference or telephone conference
call.
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A member of the public who would like to submit a question on any item listed on this agenda may do so via
the following options:
Online: An online speaker card is located on the City's website (cityofjoshuatx.us) on the
Agenda/Minutes/Recordings page. Speaker cards received by 5:00 pm on or before the day of the
meeting will be read during open session by the City Secretary.
By phone: Please call 817/558-7447 ext. 2003 by 5:00 pm on or before the day of the meeting and provide
your name, address, and question. The City Secretary will read all questions in the order they are
received.
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM PRESENT
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. United States of America
2. Texas Flag
C. INVOCATION
D. WORK SESSION
1. Review and discuss questions related to the budget report and financial statement for September 2021.
(Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
2. Discuss and receive an update on the activity of paid and volunteer firefighters. (Staff Resource: T.
Griffith)
3. Questions regarding Regular Session agenda items.
E. PUBLIC FORUM, PRESENTATIONS, AND RECOGNITION:
The City Council invites citizens to speak on any topic. However, unless the item is specifically noted on
this agenda, the City Council is required under the Texas Open Meetings Act to limit its response to
responding with a statement of specific factual information, reciting the City's existing policy, or directing
the person making the inquiry to visit with City Staff about the issue. Therefore, no Council deliberation is
permitted. Each person will have 3 minutes to speak.
F. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Consider approval of minutes from the City Council Meeting held on September 19, 2021. (Staff
Resource: A. Holloway)
2. Consider approval of a resolution electing to participate in the proposed Opioid Settlements brought
by the State of Texas and other jurisdictions against various pharmaceutical companies for their roles
in the National Opioid crisis. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
3. Consider approval of an Ordinance renaming Lakeside Drive between Clubhouse Drive and Mountain
Valley Blvd to Lake Front Drive and amending the official map of the City of Joshua. (Staff
Resource: M. Peacock & A. Holloway)
4. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending division 7, “Electrical Code,” and division 15,
“Swimming Pool and Spa Code,” of Article 3.02, “Technical and Construction Codes and Standards,”
of Chapter 3, “Building Regulations,” of the Code of Ordinances by adopting the most recent editions.
(Staff Resource: A. Maldonado)
G. REGULAR AGENDA
1. Discuss, consider, and possible action on an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Joshua, Texas
authorizing the issuance of “City of Joshua, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021”,
levying an annual ad valorem tax, within the limitations prescribed by law, for the payment of the
Obligations; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and related to
the issuance, sale, and delivery of the Obligations; authorizing the execution of a paying agent/registrar
agreement and a purchase and investment letter; complying with the letter of representations previously
executed with the Depository Trust Company; authorizing the execution of any necessary engagement
agreement with the City’s financial advisors and/or bond counsel; and providing an effective date. (Staff
Resource: M. Peacock)
2. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention of the
City of Joshua, Texas to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to
constructing and equipping various City improvements from the proceeds of one or more series of tax-
exempt obligations to be issued by the City for authorized purposes. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
3. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a reimbursement resolution establishing the intention of the
City of Joshua, Texas to reimburse itself for the prior lawful expenditure of funds relating to purchasing
various capital equipment from the proceeds of one or more series of tax-exempt obligations to be issued
by the City for authorized purposes. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
4. Discuss, consider, and possible action on approving the apparatus proposal from the Lone Star
Emergency Group for a 2021 E-One 2500 gallon tanker with typhoon chassis in the amount of
$637,665.00; authorize the city manager to execute and agree to the proposal. (Staff Resource: T.
Griffith)
5. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a resolution amending the personnel policy. (Staff Resource:
A. Bransom)
6. Discuss, consider, and possible action on accepting a Dedication Deed for the Stadium Drive
Extension. (Staff Resource: M. Peacock)
7. Discuss, consider, and possible action on a Development Agreement between the City of
Joshua, Texas and SRE Joshua Development known as the Mockingbird Hills Addition
outlining the Construction of Public Improvements and the escrow of funds for the
construction or reconstruction of a portion of Caddo Road; and authorizing the City Manager
to sign all necessary documents. (Staff Resource: A. Maldonado)
H. STAFF REPORT
September 2021
1. Police Department Report
2. Fire Department Report
3. Municipal Court Report
4. Public Works Report
5. Development Services Report
6. City Secretary Report
I. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS/REQUESTS BY COUNCILMEMBERS TO BE ON THE NEXT
AGENDA
Councilmembers shall not comment upon, deliberate, or discuss any item that is not on the agenda.
Councilmembers shall not make routine inquiries about operations or project status on an item that is not
posted. However, any Councilmember may state an issue and request to place the item on a future agenda.
J. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time in the course of
this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas
Government Code, Chapter 551, including 551.071 (private consultation with the attorney for the City); 551.072
(discussing purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property); 551.074 (discussing personnel or to hear
complaints against personnel); and 551.087 (discussing economic development negotiations). Any decision held
on such matters will be taken or conducted in Open Session following the conclusion of the Executive Session.
Pursuant to Section 551.127, Texas Government Code, one or more Councilmembers may attend this meeting
remotely using videoconferencing technology. The video and audio feed of the videoconferencing equipment can
be viewed and heard by the public at the address posted above as the location of the meeting. A quorum will be
physically present at the posted meeting location of City Hall.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Joshua will provide reasonable
accommodations for disabled persons attending this meeting. Requests should be received at least 24 hours prior
to the scheduled meeting by contacting the City Secretary's office at 817/558-7447.
CERTIFICATE:
I hereby certify that the above agenda was posted on or before the 15th day of October 2021 by 12:00 pm on the
official bulletin board at Joshua City Hall, 101 S. Main, Joshua, Texas.
________________________
Alice Holloway
City Secretary
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