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A. WORK SESSION: There are no Work Session items scheduled for this agenda; however, the City Council will be attending the reception for the Fire Department promotions.

No items scheduled for this agenda.

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:01pm

1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department

2. Invocation by: Curt Krohn, Faith Bible Church

3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Patricia Ledbetter

4. Introduction of Ambassador: Cathy Patrick, Public Utilities Department

Cathy Patrick, a 20 year resident of DeSoto, has been employed by the DeSoto Public Utilities department for nine months. Prior to her employment with the City, she worked in the Accounting and Inventory Control Department with a cabinet manufacturing plant in Oak Cliff for 16 years. In addition, Cathy worked as a Customer Service Representative for Central Louisiana Electric Company in southwest Louisiana. Cathy has been married for almost 34 years; has 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren.

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Constitution Week

Ms. Morris read the agenda item and introduced Mayor Sherman who presented the proclamation to Mrs. Elizabeth Reed, wife of WWII hero Charles Reed, long time residents of DeSoto.

2. Presentation of Fire Department Promotions

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Fire Chief Jerry Duffield who presented the Fire Department promotions.

3. Presentation of July 2013 Financial Report and 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Click Here to View July 2013 Financial Report

Click Here to View 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the July 2013 Financial Report and the 3rd Quarter Investment Report.

Council discussion regarding licensing and permits (residential) and public utilities fund revenues. It should be noted that Mr. Cormier will give council further details on the public utility fund at a later date.

D. CONSENT AGENDA

Submitted for City Council approval are the Boards and Commissions appointments.

Motion to approve as submitted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve as submitted. (Approved)

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - N/A

b. Special Meeting - N/A

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 Boards and Commissions appointments to the Library Advisory Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Keep DeSoto Beautiful Advisory Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment and the DeSoto, Texas, Historical Foundation Board.

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

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. Public Hearing to consider continuing the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance Codified as Chapter 8, Article 8.700 in the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances; and re-adopting Ordinance.

Click Here to View E.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Joe Costa, Police Chief, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Council discussion regarding the Ordinance language covering curfew hours for Friday evenings.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1953-13 into the public record.

Motion to approve an Ordinance re-adopting Chapter 8, Article 8.700 of the Code of Ordinances, to continue the curfew for juveniles. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to approve an Ordinance re-adopting Chapter 8, Article 8.700 of the Code of Ordinances, to continue the curfew for juveniles. (Approved)

2. First Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Rate for Tax Year 2013.

Click Here to View E.2. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tishia Jordan, Chief Accountant, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1263-13; an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height; an area located south of East Centre Park Boulevard and west of Chalet Drive; Applicant: David Larson; Owner: DW Distribution; and adopting Ordinance.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Council discussion regarding the concerns of the one Planning and Zoning Commissioner who opposed the amendment, what types of items will be stored in the outdoor storage, real estate and property taxes, the affects of inclement weather on the storage and the wage range for the proposed jobs. In addition, a thankful comment was made by Councilmember McCowan that DW Distribution has chosen the option of locating in DeSoto as opposed to building a facility in another city.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1954-13 into the public record.

Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1263-13, an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter.

Vote to approve Zoning Case Z- 1263-13, an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height. (Approved)

Click Here to View E.3. Management Report

F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider Preliminary Plat P-302-13, Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C; 24.16 acres, 88 lots; located east of Duncanville Road and north of Lakeview Drive; Applicant: Christi Brownlow; Owner: Fourstar Real Estate Group.

Click Here to View F.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Council discussion of size (square feet) and property value of the homes, how many homes being built, possible builders, possible increase in thoroughfares or traffic and common areas.

Motion to approve Case P-302-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve Case P-302-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C. (Approved)

2. Consider Preliminary Plat P-303-13, Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D; 8.4 acres, 16 lots; located north of Belt Line Road and west of North Laurel Spring Drive; Applicant: Christi Brownlow; Owner: Forestar Real Estate Group.

Click Here to View F.2. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Motion to approve Case P-303-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1D. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve Case P-303-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1D. (Approved)

3. Consider a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell the tax foreclosed property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto.

Click Here to View F.3. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Lora Stallings, Assistant to the City Manager, who presented the report.

Council discussion regarding specific location of the property, DeSoto Independent School District's involvement in decision process, the bidding process and timeframes, City's reimbursements, and whether or not the house is occupied.

Motion to approve the Resolution 13-15 that authorizes Dallas County to sell the property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road in DeSoto. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to approve the Resolution 13-15 that authorizes Dallas County to sell the property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road in DeSoto. (Approved)

G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business

No old business.

H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES

Patrick Steiert
536 Jeff Grimes Blvd.
DeSoto, TX 75115

I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST

Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter
Fiesta Latina Event - FREE
Outdoor Amphitheater
September 15, 2013
3pm-7pm
www.artsdesoto.com for more information
972-230-9648

Councilmember Kristine Clark
Military Homecoming Announcement
Electronic Board
972-230-9648 - Kathy Jones

Councilmember Rachel Proctor
Homeschooled - Play @ Corner Theatre
Preview - September 5, 2013 @ 7:30pm Tickets: $12
Show runs September 6-29, 2013
Tickets: $20/$25
www.aareptheater.com
972-572-0998

Councilmember Richard North
Saturday, August 24, 2013
1pm - 2:30pm
DeSoto Public Library
50th Anniversary - March on Washington Event

Councilmember Curtistene McCowan
Literacy Workshop - DeSoto Public Library
Saturday, September 14, 2013 @ 2:30pm
Please contact 972-230-9666 for more information.

Councilmember James Zander
DeSoto Dining and Dialogue
DeSoto ISD - DeSoto High School Cafeteria
Saturday, September 21, 2013
6pm-9:30pm
www.desotodd.org
Kathy Jones - 972-230-9648 for more information

Mayor Carl Sherman
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital - Job Fair
DeSoto Civic Center
September 9, 2013
9am-7pm
Over 350 jobs available
Job postings are located on the City's website and Facebook pages

J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 8:31pm.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION

No items scheduled for this agenda.

Aug 20, 2013 City Council Meeting 2013-08-20

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A. WORK SESSION: There are no Work Session items scheduled for this agenda; however, the City Council will be attending the reception for the Fire Department promotions.

No items scheduled for this agenda.

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:01pm

1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department

2. Invocation by: Curt Krohn, Faith Bible Church

3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Patricia Ledbetter

4. Introduction of Ambassador: Cathy Patrick, Public Utilities Department

Cathy Patrick, a 20 year resident of DeSoto, has been employed by the DeSoto Public Utilities department for nine months. Prior to her employment with the City, she worked in the Accounting and Inventory Control Department with a cabinet manufacturing plant in Oak Cliff for 16 years. In addition, Cathy worked as a Customer Service Representative for Central Louisiana Electric Company in southwest Louisiana. Cathy has been married for almost 34 years; has 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren.

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Constitution Week

Ms. Morris read the agenda item and introduced Mayor Sherman who presented the proclamation to Mrs. Elizabeth Reed, wife of WWII hero Charles Reed, long time residents of DeSoto.

2. Presentation of Fire Department Promotions

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Fire Chief Jerry Duffield who presented the Fire Department promotions.

3. Presentation of July 2013 Financial Report and 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Click Here to View July 2013 Financial Report

Click Here to View 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the July 2013 Financial Report and the 3rd Quarter Investment Report.

Council discussion regarding licensing and permits (residential) and public utilities fund revenues. It should be noted that Mr. Cormier will give council further details on the public utility fund at a later date.

D. CONSENT AGENDA

Submitted for City Council approval are the Boards and Commissions appointments.

Motion to approve as submitted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve as submitted. (Approved)

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - N/A

b. Special Meeting - N/A

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 Boards and Commissions appointments to the Library Advisory Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Keep DeSoto Beautiful Advisory Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment and the DeSoto, Texas, Historical Foundation Board.

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

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. Public Hearing to consider continuing the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance Codified as Chapter 8, Article 8.700 in the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances; and re-adopting Ordinance.

Click Here to View E.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Joe Costa, Police Chief, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Council discussion regarding the Ordinance language covering curfew hours for Friday evenings.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1953-13 into the public record.

Motion to approve an Ordinance re-adopting Chapter 8, Article 8.700 of the Code of Ordinances, to continue the curfew for juveniles. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to approve an Ordinance re-adopting Chapter 8, Article 8.700 of the Code of Ordinances, to continue the curfew for juveniles. (Approved)

2. First Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Rate for Tax Year 2013.

Click Here to View E.2. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tishia Jordan, Chief Accountant, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1263-13; an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height; an area located south of East Centre Park Boulevard and west of Chalet Drive; Applicant: David Larson; Owner: DW Distribution; and adopting Ordinance.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Council discussion regarding the concerns of the one Planning and Zoning Commissioner who opposed the amendment, what types of items will be stored in the outdoor storage, real estate and property taxes, the affects of inclement weather on the storage and the wage range for the proposed jobs. In addition, a thankful comment was made by Councilmember McCowan that DW Distribution has chosen the option of locating in DeSoto as opposed to building a facility in another city.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1954-13 into the public record.

Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1263-13, an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter.

Vote to approve Zoning Case Z- 1263-13, an amendment to PD-110 to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater than eight (8) feet in height. (Approved)

Click Here to View E.3. Management Report

F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider Preliminary Plat P-302-13, Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C; 24.16 acres, 88 lots; located east of Duncanville Road and north of Lakeview Drive; Applicant: Christi Brownlow; Owner: Fourstar Real Estate Group.

Click Here to View F.1. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Council discussion of size (square feet) and property value of the homes, how many homes being built, possible builders, possible increase in thoroughfares or traffic and common areas.

Motion to approve Case P-302-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve Case P-302-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C. (Approved)

2. Consider Preliminary Plat P-303-13, Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D; 8.4 acres, 16 lots; located north of Belt Line Road and west of North Laurel Spring Drive; Applicant: Christi Brownlow; Owner: Forestar Real Estate Group.

Click Here to View F.2. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the report.

Motion to approve Case P-303-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1D. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve Case P-303-13, a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1D. (Approved)

3. Consider a Resolution authorizing Dallas County to resell the tax foreclosed property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto.

Click Here to View F.3. Management Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Lora Stallings, Assistant to the City Manager, who presented the report.

Council discussion regarding specific location of the property, DeSoto Independent School District's involvement in decision process, the bidding process and timeframes, City's reimbursements, and whether or not the house is occupied.

Motion to approve the Resolution 13-15 that authorizes Dallas County to sell the property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road in DeSoto. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.

Vote to approve the Resolution 13-15 that authorizes Dallas County to sell the property located at 1108 West Pleasant Run Road in DeSoto. (Approved)

G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business

No old business.

H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES

Patrick Steiert
536 Jeff Grimes Blvd.
DeSoto, TX 75115

I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST

Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter
Fiesta Latina Event - FREE
Outdoor Amphitheater
September 15, 2013
3pm-7pm
www.artsdesoto.com for more information
972-230-9648

Councilmember Kristine Clark
Military Homecoming Announcement
Electronic Board
972-230-9648 - Kathy Jones

Councilmember Rachel Proctor
Homeschooled - Play @ Corner Theatre
Preview - September 5, 2013 @ 7:30pm Tickets: $12
Show runs September 6-29, 2013
Tickets: $20/$25
www.aareptheater.com
972-572-0998

Councilmember Richard North
Saturday, August 24, 2013
1pm - 2:30pm
DeSoto Public Library
50th Anniversary - March on Washington Event

Councilmember Curtistene McCowan
Literacy Workshop - DeSoto Public Library
Saturday, September 14, 2013 @ 2:30pm
Please contact 972-230-9666 for more information.

Councilmember James Zander
DeSoto Dining and Dialogue
DeSoto ISD - DeSoto High School Cafeteria
Saturday, September 21, 2013
6pm-9:30pm
www.desotodd.org
Kathy Jones - 972-230-9648 for more information

Mayor Carl Sherman
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital - Job Fair
DeSoto Civic Center
September 9, 2013
9am-7pm
Over 350 jobs available
Job postings are located on the City's website and Facebook pages

J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 8:31pm.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION

No items scheduled for this agenda.

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