City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingSanger, TX · November 6, 2023
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BANGER
NOVEMBER 06, 2023, 6: 00 PM
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
HISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING - 403 N 7TH STREET, SANGER, TEXAS
CALL THE WORK SESSION TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
Mayor Muir called the work session to order at 6: 00 p. m.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Thomas Muir
Mayor Pro Tem, Place 2 Gary Bilyeu
Councilmember, Place 1 Marissa Barrett
Councilmember, Place 4 Allen Chick
Councilmember, Place 5 Victor Gann
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT
Councilmember, Place 3 Dennis Dillon
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
City Manager John Noblitt, Assistant City Manager Alina Ciocan, City Secretary Kelly Edwards,
City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director of
Public Works Jim Bolz, Parks & Recreation Director Ryan Nolting, Director of Economic
Development Shani Bradshaw, Fire Marshal Michael Grimes, and Police Chief Tyson Cheek.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Discussion on Resolution 2023- 16 to approve a fee waiver for Sanger Independent
School District for Sanger High School, Sanger Middle School, and Clear Creek
Intermediate School.
Director Hammonds provided an overview of the proposed resolution.
Discussion ensued regarding the Impact fees, any impact to the budget, and refunding
fees paid.
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2. Discussion on selecting MHS Planning & Design for the conceptual design of the
proposed Downtown Park.
Director Nolting provided an overview of the item.
Discussion ensued regarding the number of responses, technical services, probable
costs, concept designs, and allowing the City Manager to negotiate an agreement.
OVERVIEW OF ITEMS ON THE REGULAR AGENDA
Councilmember Bilyeu asked questions regarding Item 9 on the Consent Agenda.
Discussion ensued regarding the fees budgeted for Engineering services.
Councilmember Bilyeu asked questions regarding Item 10 of the Consent Agenda.
Discussion ensued regarding the terms of service and collection rate.
ADJOURN THE WORK SESSION
There being no further business, Mayor Muir adjourned the work session at 6: 55 p. m.
CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
Mayor Muir called the regular meeting to order at 7: 05 p. m.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Thomas Muir
Mayor Pro Tem, Place 2 Gary Bilyeu
Councilmember, Place 1 Marissa Barrett
Councilmember, Place 4 Allen Chick
Councilmember, Place 5 Victor Gann
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT
Councilmember, Place 3 Dennis Dillon
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
City Manager John Noblitt, Assistant City Manager Alina Ciocan, City Secretary Kelly Edwards,
City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director of
Public Works Jim Bolz, Parks & Recreation Director Ryan Nolting, Director of Economic
Development Shani Bradshaw, Library Director Laura Klenke, Fire Marshal Michael Grimes, and
Police Chief Tyson Cheek.
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INVOCATION AND PLEDGE
Councilmember Chick gave the Invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember
Bilyeu.
CITIZENS COMMENTS
Rich Wilson, 7201 Hunnington Drive, provided examples of issues regarding the construction
along FM 455 and comments regarding the street cuts and patching repairs out to Bolivar.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
3. Presenting a Life Saving Award
Chief Cheek provided an overview of the event in which OfFicer Pruitt administered
skills that saved a life.
Chief Cheek also stated that utilizing the training provided by Drew's 27 has resulted in
54 lives being saved.
CONSENT AGENDA
4. Consideration and possible action on the minutes from the October 16, 2023, meeting.
5. Consideration and possible action approving a contract with AXON Enterprises for
TASER Certification Bundles and authorizing the City Manager to execute contract and
all necessary documentation.
6. Consideration and possible action to accept the renovation improvements performed
by North Rock Construction LLC at Porter Park Softball Field and release final payment.
7. Consideration and possible action on the Interlocal Agreement for Library Services
between Denton County and City of Sanger.
8. Consideration and possible action on Resolution 2023- 16, to approve a fee waiver for
Sanger Independent School District for Sanger High School, Sanger Middle School, and
Clear Creek Intermediate School.
9. Consideration and possible action on Interlocal Agreement for the construction of
Marion Road with Denton County.
10. Consideration and possible action on the contract between Emergicon, LLC and City of
Sanger and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
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11. Consideration and possible action on selecting MHS Planning & Design for the
conceptual design of the proposed Downtown Park and authorize the City Manager to
negotiate a contract.
12. Consideration and possible action on a Minor Plat of Lot 1, Block A, of Lotus Addition,
being 0. 91 acres, located in the City of Sanger, and generally located on the west side
of I-35 Frontage Road approximately 190 feet south of the intersection of Bolivar
Street and I- 35 Frontage Road.
13. Consideration and possible action on a request for the Replat of Lot iR, Block A of the
Powell Addition, being 1. 05 acres located within the City of Sanger, generally located
along the north side of Duck Creek Road approximately 511 feet west of the
intersection of Duck Creek Road and South Stemmons Frwy.
The Council agreed to remove Item 8 of the consent agenda for additional discussion.
Motion to approve Items 4- 7 and 9- 13 made by Councilmember Bilyeu, Seconded by
Councilmember Barrett,
Voting Yea: Councilmember Chick and Councilmember Gann.
Motion passed unanimously.
Discussion ensued regarding Item 8, collecting only the commercial permit fees.
Motion to approve Item 8 only to collect the commercial permit fee made by
Councilmember Bilyeu, Seconded by Councilmember Barrett,
Voting Yea: Councilmember Chick and Councilmember Gann.
Motion passed unanimously.
ACTION ITEMS
14. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance 1i-30- 23 amending the City of Sanger
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 15, Parks and Recreation, Article 15. 100, RUles and
Regulations, Sections 15. 107, Special Events, Uses, Programs: and adding Article 15. 600
Special Events providing for the repeal of all ordinances in conflict: providing a
cumulative clause; providing for a severability clause; providing for a penalty of fine
accordance with Section 1. 109 of the Code of Ordinances for violations, and providing a
savings clause; authorizing publication; and establishing an effective date.
Discussion ensued regarding the Hold Harmless agreement, naming the City on the
insurance as necessary based on the size and type of event.
Motion to approve made by Councilmember Barrett, Seconded by Councilmember
Gann.
Voting Yea: Councilmember Bilyeu and Councilmember Chick.
Motion passed unanimously.
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Chick asked if the development of the Parks would be discussed during the Council
Retreat in February. Councilmember
Barrett requested an update regarding the TxDOT construction on FM 455. INFORMATIONAL
ITEMS 15.
Change Order Report 11-
06- 2023 16.
Atmos Rider GCR -Rate Filing Docket No.10170, October 25,
2023 17.
Disbursements Report August and September 2023 18.
Financial Statement August and September 2023 ADJOURN
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being no further business, Mayor Muir adjourned the meeting at 7:36 p.m. Thomas
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Agenda
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
NOVEMBER 06, 2023, 6:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
HISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING - 403 N 7TH STREET, SANGER, TEXAS
CALL THE WORK SESSION TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Discussion on Resolution 2023-16 to a approve a fee waiver for Sanger Independent
School District for Sanger High School, Sanger Middle School, and Clear Creek
Intermediate School.
2. Discussion on selecting MHS Planning & Design for the conceptual design of the
proposed Downtown Park.
OVERVIEW OF ITEMS ON THE REGULAR AGENDA
ADJOURN THE WORK SESSION
The Regular Meeting will begin following the Work Session
but not earlier than 7:00 p.m.
CALL THE REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE
CITIZENS COMMENTS
This is an opportunity for citizens to address the Council on any matter. Comments related to
public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Citizens are allowed 3 minutes
to speak. Each speaker must complete the Speaker’s Form and include the topic(s) to be
presented. Citizens who wish to address the Council with regard to matters on the agenda will
be received at the time the item is considered. The Council is not allowed to converse,
deliberate or take action on any matter presented during citizen input.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayoral proclamations, presentations of awards and certificates, and other acknowledgments of
significant accomplishments or service to the community.
3. Presenting a Life Saving Award
CONSENT AGENDA
All items on the Consent Agenda will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed
separately unless requested by a Councilmember to remove the item(s) for additional
discussion. Any items removed from the Consent Agenda will be taken up for individual
consideration.
4. Consideration and possible action on the minutes from the October 16, 2023, meeting.
5. Consideration and possible action approving a contract with AXON Enterprises for
TASER Certification Bundles and authorizing the City Manager to execute contract and
all necessary documentation.
6. Consideration and possible action to accept the renovation improvements performed
by North Rock Construction LLC at Porter Park Softball Field and release final payment.
7. Consideration and possible action on the Interlocal Agreement for Library Services
between Denton County and City of Sanger.
8. Consideration and possible action on Resolution 2023-16, to approve a fee waiver for
Sanger Independent School District for Sanger High School, Sanger Middle School, and
Clear Creek Intermediate School.
9. Consideration and possible action on Interlocal Agreement for the construction of
Marion Road with Denton County.
10. Consideration and possible action on the contract between Emergicon, LLC and City of
Sanger and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
11. Consideration and possible action on selecting MHS Planning & Design for the
conceptual design of the proposed Downtown Park and authorize the City Manager to
negotiate a contract.
12. Consideration and possible action on a Minor Plat of Lot 1, Block A, of Lotus Addition,
being 0.91 acres, located in the City of Sanger, and generally located on the west side
of I-35 Frontage Road approximately 190 feet south of the intersection of Bolivar
Street and I-35 Frontage Road.
13. Consideration and possible action on a request for the Replat of Lot 1R, Block A of the
Powell Addition, being 1.05 acres located within the City of Sanger, generally located
along the north side of Duck Creek Road approximately 511 feet west of the
intersection of Duck Creek Road and South Stemmons Frwy.
ACTION ITEMS
14. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance 11-30-23 amending the City of Sanger
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 15, Parks and Recreation, Article 15.100, Rules and
Regulations, Sections 15.107, Special Events, Uses, Programs: and adding Article 15.600
Special Events providing for the repeal of all ordinances in conflict: providing a
cumulative clause; providing for a severability clause; providing for a penalty of fine
accordance with Section 1.109 of the Code of Ordinances for violations; and providing a
savings clause; authorizing publication; and establishing an effective date.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
The purpose of this item is to allow the Mayor and Councilmembers to bring forward items they
wish to discuss at a future meeting, A Councilmember may inquire about a subject for which
notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of
existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject
on an agenda for a subsequent meeting. Items may be placed on a future meeting agenda with
a consensus of the Council or at the call of the Mayor.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Information Items are for informational purposes only. No action may be taken on items listed
under this portion of the agenda.
15. Change Order Report 11-06-2023
16. Atmos Rider GCR - Rate Filing Docket No. 10170, October 25, 2023
17. Disbursements Report August and September 2023
18. Financial Statement August and September 2023
ADJOURN
NOTE: The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session as authorized by
Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item
on its open meeting agenda in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, including,
without limitation Sections 551.071-551.087 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that a copy of this meeting notice was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall that is
readily accessible to the general public at all times and was posted on the City of Sanger
website on November 1, 2023, at 3:00 PM.
/s/Kelly Edwards
Kelly Edwards, City Secretary
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interpretation or other special assistance for disabled attendees must be requested 48 hours
prior to the meeting by contacting the City Secretary’s Office at 940.458.7930.
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