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A. WORK SESSION

Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 6:03pm. Mayor Sherman also informed the City Council of the passing of Helen Giddings' mother. Funeral services will be held at St. Luke Community United Methodist Church in Dallas on May 9, 2013 at 1:30pm.

Tarron Richardson, City Manager, reviewed the Master Agenda. Dr. Richardson highlighting the following: Special Meeting to canvass the election results on May 16, 2013, the reception for the outgoing and incoming councilmembers on May 21, 2013, the City Council and Management Team photos on June 4, 2013, and the City Council Summer Retreat held in Granbury on June 21-22, 2013. Lastly, Dr. Richardson indicated that if the council has any topics for discussion during the retreat to email Kisha Morris.

1. Develop a consensus regarding responses to DeSoto citizen questions about the Public Transportation Study conducted by Dikita, Inc.

Mayor Sherman opened the discussion by providing information that he obtained from the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition (DRMC) and conversations he has had with Grady Smithey, Mayor of Duncanville, with regards to public transportation. The City of Mesquite model was discussed; however, the DMRC board voted against a duplication of this model. Mayor Sherman stated that the cities of Lancaster and Cedar Hill were interested in the project. There was a Council consensus that exploring this opportunity "regionally" with other cities as well as receiving public input was the best solution.

Dr. Richardson indicated that he would work with Mayor Sherman to comprise a "key phrase" and distribute through our media outlets.

2. Consider revised Job Description for the proposed Marketing Manager position

3. Discuss and Consider the prospect of developing an RFP for a Master Public Art Plan

4. Presentation of Annual Police Department report

Joe Costa, Police Chief, gave a brief overview of the Annual Police Department report highlighting the following areas:

1. Crime Prevention and Control (CPAC)
2. Reduction (statistics) of certain criminal activity (robbery of habitation, unlawful use of motor vehicle, criminal mischief)
3. Expanded Yearly Comparison
4. Training
5. Internal Affairs
6. Patrol Division
7. Criminal Investigation
8. Accreditation
9. Regional Jail Overview
10. Community Programs (Citizens on Patrol, DeSoto Police and Clergy)
11. Records Division
12. Special Response Team/Southern Regional Response Group
13. Code Services
14. Animal Control

Councilmember Ledbetter received clarification on the Student Resource Officers (SRO) in the schools, damage to citizens property, and patterns of crimes.

Councilmember McCowan inquired about whether or not Code Services received good responses from land owners with regards to the areas on I-35 where the grass may need attention. Chief Costa stated that generally, they receive good responses from the land owners; however, if not, the City will cut the grass and send an invoice to the land owner. If the land owner does not pay the invoice, a lien will be placed on the property.

Councilmember Zander stated that this annual report was the best that he has seen in three years.

Mayor Sherman asked Chief Costa to elaborate on "4 Quadrant" strategy that the city is divided into with regards to crime control.

Chief Costa stated that the city is divided into 4 quadrants (or divisions) with Hampton and Pleasant Run Roads being the center. There is a lieutenant over each district and will have a monthly meeting of the activity of each district and the circumstances surrounding the increase or decrease of crime.

Mayor Sherman stated that since there are several violations in schools zones, he inquired about a new technology that provides cameras within school zone areas and if the City could explore this option. Chief Costa indicated that he would review the option and provide City Council with an update.

Due to time constraints, items A.2 (Consider revised Job Description for the proposed Marketing Manager position) and A.3. (Discuss and Consider the prospect of developing an RFP for a Master Public Art Plan) will be moved to the next agenda.

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:03pm.

1. Invocation by: Pat Chapman

2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Curtistene McCowan

3. Introduction of Ambassador: Aaron Palmero, Public Works Department

Aaron has been working for the City of DeSoto as a Service Provider in the Water/Wastewater Division for 1 year. Prior to his employment here, he worked for 8 years in a Wastewater Treatment Plant. Aaron is originally from California, where he graduated from Sanger High School in Sanger, California. In his teen and young adult years, Aaron was a BMX bicycle racer and was ranked #1 in California and #6 in the nation in 1998. Today, Aaron enjoys playing online video games, and likes to attend Dallas Stars hockey games and Texas Rangers baseball games. Aaron married his wife Contessa in September 2004. They followed Contessa's parents to Texas in October 2011. They have one "furry" child named Stubbs.

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - 04-16-13

Click Here to View 2013-04-16 City Council Meeting Minutes

b. Special Meeting - 04-30-13

Click Here to View 2013-04-30 City Council Meeting Minutes

2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes

a. Arts Commission - N/A

b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A

c. Civil Service Commission - N/A

d. DeSoto Economic Development - N/A

e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A

f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A

g. Library Advisory Board - N/A

h. Park Development Corporation - N/A

i. Planning and Zoning - N/A

j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A

3. Other Items

a. Consider confirmation of appointment to the DeSoto, Texas, Historical Foundation Board

Click Here to View D.3.a. Management Report

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for the resale of Tax Foreclosed properties.

Click Here to View F.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion and clarification regarding Section 34.05 of the code which was provided by both Ms. Atmore and Paula Johnson, Attorney for Linebarger.

Motion to approve an interlocal agreement with Dallas County for the Resale of Tax Foreclosed properties. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve an interlocal agreement with Dallas County for the Resale of Tax Foreclosed properties. (Approved)

2. Consider a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to Resale Tax Foreclosed properties.

Click Here to View F.2. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Director of Finance, who asked the council if they had any additional questions as the report previously presented outlined the request.

Motion to approve a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell Tax Foreclosed properties. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.

Vote to approve a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell Tax Foreclosed properties. (Approved)

G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business

H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES

Debbie Hicks
1616 Laurel Springs Road
DeSoto, TX 75115

Bernadine Brooks
700 Austin Drive
DeSoto Texas 75115

I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST

Councilmember Zander announced the following:

Boards and Commissions - Call for Applicants
Openings for:
Building and Standards Commissions
Library Board
Tri-City Animal Shelter
Zoning Board of Adjustment

www.desototexas.gov
Click on Government
Click on Boards and Commissions

Complete an Online Application

Councilmember McCowan announced the following:

16th Annual Senior Citizen Symposium and Health Fair
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
9am until 12 noon
Lunch will be served at 11:30am
DeSoto Civic Center - Bluebonnet Room
DeSoto Citizens 55 years old or older
Free for DeSoto residents
Registration is limited (you must be registered to attend) - Deadline May 7, 2013
Send an email to cmendez@desototexas.gov to register or call Officer Tyndall 469-458-3055

Councilmember Proctor announced the following:

DeSoto Arts Commission
Free Memorial Day Celebration
DeSoto Amphitheatre
Richardson Symphony
Sunday, May 26, 2013 from 5pm until 8pm
Concessions available; however, can bring a picnic basket

Councilmember Ledbetter announced the following:

DeSoto Parks and Recreation
Music in the Park
Concerts at the Amphitheater
May 16, 18, and 23, 2013

Creekfest
June 1, 2013
4pm until 10pm

More information:
DeSoto Recreation on Facebook
www.desototexas.gov/rec

Mayor Sherman announced the following:

Election Day
May 11, 2013
7am until 7pm
DeSoto Public Library

Mayor Sherman also introduced the candidates who were in the audience.

J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 8:01pm.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION

May 07, 2013 City Council Meeting 2013-05-07

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A. WORK SESSION

Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)

1. Develop a consensus regarding responses to DeSoto citizen questions about the Public Transportation Study conducted by Dikita, Inc.

Dr. Richardson indicated that he would work with Mayor Sherman to comprise a "key phrase" and distribute through our media outlets.

2. Consider revised Job Description for the proposed Marketing Manager position

3. Discuss and Consider the prospect of developing an RFP for a Master Public Art Plan

4. Presentation of Annual Police Department report

Councilmember Ledbetter received clarification on the Student Resource Officers (SRO) in the schools, damage to citizens property, and patterns of crimes.

Councilmember Zander stated that this annual report was the best that he has seen in three years.

Mayor Sherman asked Chief Costa to elaborate on "4 Quadrant" strategy that the city is divided into with regards to crime control.

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

Roll call (6 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused)

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:03pm.

1. Invocation by: Pat Chapman

2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Curtistene McCowan

3. Introduction of Ambassador: Aaron Palmero, Public Works Department

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation of Promotion to Assistant Police Chief

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Joseph Costa, Police Chief, who made the presentation.

2. Presentation of Earth Day Poster Contest Winners

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Danny Johnson, Operations Manager and Keep DeSoto Beautiful board members who made the presentation.

D. CONSENT AGENDA

Submitted for consideration are minutes from the City Council as well as confirmation of appointment to the DeSoto, Texas, Historical Foundation Board.

Motion to items as submitted. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to items as submitted. (Approved)

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - 04-16-13

Click Here to View 2013-04-16 City Council Meeting Minutes

b. Special Meeting - 04-30-13

Click Here to View 2013-04-30 City Council Meeting Minutes

2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes

a. Arts Commission - N/A

b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A

c. Civil Service Commission - N/A

d. DeSoto Economic Development - N/A

e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A

f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A

g. Library Advisory Board - N/A

h. Park Development Corporation - N/A

i. Planning and Zoning - N/A

j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A

3. Other Items

a. Consider confirmation of appointment to the DeSoto, Texas, Historical Foundation Board

Click Here to View D.3.a. Management Report

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for the resale of Tax Foreclosed properties.

Click Here to View F.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion and clarification regarding Section 34.05 of the code which was provided by both Ms. Atmore and Paula Johnson, Attorney for Linebarger.

Motion to approve an interlocal agreement with Dallas County for the Resale of Tax Foreclosed properties. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve an interlocal agreement with Dallas County for the Resale of Tax Foreclosed properties. (Approved)

2. Consider a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to Resale Tax Foreclosed properties.

Click Here to View F.2. Management Report

Motion to approve a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell Tax Foreclosed properties. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.

Vote to approve a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell Tax Foreclosed properties. (Approved)

G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business

H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES

Debbie Hicks
1616 Laurel Springs Road
DeSoto, TX 75115

Bernadine Brooks
700 Austin Drive
DeSoto Texas 75115

I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST

Mayor Sherman announced the following:

Election Day
May 11, 2013
7am until 7pm
DeSoto Public Library

Mayor Sherman also introduced the candidates who were in the audience.

J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 8:01pm.

May 07, 2013 City Council Meeting 2013-05-07

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