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A. WORK SESSION
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order 6pm.
1. Review of Master Agenda
Dr. Richardson, City Manager, reviewed the Master Agenda highlighting the following:
*Boards and Commissions Banquet: March 20, 2014
*Special City Council Meeting - Business Plan Review: March 21, 2014
2. Review of Regular Agenda items
No discussion.
3. Discussion regarding an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in the City of DeSoto
Joe Costa, Chief of Police, gave a presentation regarding an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in DeSoto highlighting the needs of the City in order to protect and serve individuals who suffer from mental illness. Janie Metzinger, Mental Health America (local advocate), led a brief discussion of individuals who are diagnosed with a mental illness. Some of her highlights include:
(1) 1 in 4 families deal with a family member who has a mental illness
(2) 1 in 17 Americans deal with persistent mental illnesses
(3) Based upon DeSoto's current population, there are approximately 3,000 citizens (500 with schizophrenia)
(4) House Bill 216 gave the ability to pass local ordinances with regards to Boarding Homes. The Texas Department of Health and Human Services has a model for cities
(5) Mental Health America has a website which lists licensed Boarding Homes
Council discussion regarding concerns with enforcement (Police and Fire staff), inspections, number of documented boarding homes in DeSoto, educating/training the public and the boarding home owners, how the ordinance might affect community homes licensed by the State, and ensuring the enforcement does not violate the 4th amendment.
4. Presentation of information on Blue Cross Blue Shield Retention Agreement
Kathleen Shields, Human Resources Manager, gave a brief summary of her efforts in order to renegotiate the retention agreement with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Her efforts enabled the City to receive a check in the amount of $550,360.00 on January 17, 2014. Ms. Shields indicated that this would not have been possible without the assistance of City Manager Richardson and the healthcare consultants.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 6:48pm.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:04pm.
1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department
2. Invocation by: Pastor Curt Krohn, Faith Bible Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Patricia Ledbetter
4. Introduction of Ambassador: Bryan Parker, Fire Department
Bryan has been employed with DeSoto Fire Rescue since October 1998. Bryan grew up in Midlothian and started his passion in the fire service with Midlothian Volunteer Fire Department at the age of 16. Bryan graduated with a degree in Fire Protection Technology from Weatherford College and a bachelor's degree in Emergency Management from West Texas A&M University. He carries the certifications of master firefighter, commissioned peace officer, licensed paramedic, advanced arson investigator and fire inspector. Bryan likes to hunt, fish, travel and cook.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of monthly Financial Report for January 2014 and 1st Quarter Investment Report.
Click Here to View Financial Report for January 2014
Click Here to View 1st Quarter Investment Report_December 2013
Ms. Morris introduced Tishia Jordan, Assistant Finance Director, who made the staff presentation of the Financial Report for January 2014.
Council discussion regarding the causes of the property tax revenues, fines and fees, the approximate $500,000 refund received from the City's previous healthcare provider, lower water sales, Christmas expense line item, and stabilization fund.
Assistant Finance Director Tishia Jordan introduced Bill Cook, Financial Investment Advisor - Valley View Consultants, who presented the 1st Quarter Investment Report.
Council discussion regarding Wells Fargo MMA line item and the differences in the amounts from September 2013 and December 2013, and Valley View Consultants fees.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
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 N/A
No items listed for this agenda.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Consider Zoning Case Z-1271-14; a General Retail Planned Development which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right; an area to the east of Cockrell Hill Road and approximately 300 feet south of Carriage Creek Drive; on approximately 8.8 acres of land and consisting of 1 lot; Applicant: Krisha Morris; Owner: Don Valk; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1 Management Report
Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the citizens input, super-majority votes, and prevailing reason in opposition of proposal.
The following citizens either requested to speak to the City Council or submitted a blue card for Council consideration:
Lula Wilson
705 N. Cockrell Hill Road
Brian Clough
1117 Reedsport Drive
Albert Goodwin
401 Bear Creek Drive
Henrietta Brown
602 Deer Creek Drive
Feleicia Clough
1117 Reedsport Place
Charlene and Sam Taylor
601 Deer Creek
Danica Williams
1208 W. Pleasant Run Road
Heather Ewing
648 Bent Creek Circle
Albert Ovlerrer
701 N. Cockrell Hill Road
Ethel Williams
501 Bent Creek Drive
James and Ann Francis
1309 Carriage Creek Drive
James Bornherst
1405 Indian Creek Drive
Robert Barron
1217 Stinnett Place
Gary Arbique
613 Deer Creek Drive
Debbie Arbique
613 Deer Creek Drive
Paul Allie
1201 Silver Creek
The applicant addressed the City Council:
Brent Shockley
931 W. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Councilmember McCowan stated for the record that she received information (via text message) from Rena' Thomas, DeSoto Independent School District, that Dr. Harris did not approve the letter referenced by Mr. Shockley that the DeSoto Independent School District was in support of the proposal. Note: This text message was viewed on Councilmember McCowan's cellphone by the City Secretary as received from "Rena'" to read: "FYI, Dr. Harris didn't approve that letter. Rena'."
Council had a lengthy discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of the project.
Ms. Morris read the Ordinance for the public record.
Motion to Deny Zoning Case Z-1271-13; a General Retail Planned Development, which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.
Vote to Deny Zoning Case Z-1271-13; a General Retail Planned Development, which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in the City of DeSoto.
Click Here to View F.1 Management Report
Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Joe Costa, Chief of Police, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding the cost of implementation, ordinance not affecting the group/boarding homes that are licensed by the State, approximate number of boarding homes and utilizing City resources already in place (Police, Fire, Code Enforcement) for implementation, permit fee to license the boarding home and the comparison to the City of Dallas, and House Bill 216 as it relates to fines.
Ms. Morris read the Ordinance for the public record.
Motion to approve an Ordinance for the governing of Boarding Homes facilities in DeSoto. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Proctor.
Vote to approve an Ordinance for the governing of Boarding Homes facilities in DeSoto. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
No items scheduled for this agenda.
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Citizens appearances:
Lashonda Young
524 Dove Lane
DeSoto, Texas
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter stated that if any DeSoto citizen is interested in serving on the City Council for Place 2, please complete an application as soon as possible as the deadline is approaching.
Councilmember Clark encouraged everyone to get out and vote.
Councilmember Proctor reminded everyone that Dallas County Primary Elections Early Voting began today, February 18, 2014.
Councilmember North announced that Concerned DeSoto Citizens' Gospel Fest was a success featuring Yarborough and Peoples as well as Assistant City Secretary, Alicia Thomas, who gave an outstanding performance.
Councilmember Zander
HOA Involvement Workshop
Saturday - 9am until 12 noon
March 1, 2014
DeSoto Dining and Dialogue
James Zander - Hosting
Dick North - Hosting
For more information, contact Kathy Jones at 972-230-9648
J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
With sensitivity to the time, the Mayor Sherman announced that the City Manager's Semi-Annual Performance Review would be postponed until a later date. Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:11pm.
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
This agenda item has been postponed.
1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: Continuance of Annual Performance Review of the City Secretary.
2. Action Resulting from Executive Session.
3. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: Semi-Annual Review of the City Manager.
4. Action Resulting from Executive Session.
Feb 18, 2014 City Council Meeting 2014-02-18
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order 6pm.
1. Review of Master Agenda
Dr. Richardson, City Manager, reviewed the Master Agenda highlighting the following:
*Boards and Commissions Banquet: March 20, 2014
*Special City Council Meeting - Business Plan Review: March 21, 2014
2. Review of Regular Agenda items
No discussion.
3. Discussion regarding an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in the City of DeSoto
Joe Costa, Chief of Police, gave a presentation regarding an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in DeSoto highlighting the needs of the City in order to protect and serve individuals who suffer from mental illness. Janie Metzinger, Mental Health America (local advocate), led a brief discussion of individuals who are diagnosed with a mental illness. Some of her highlights include:
(1) 1 in 4 families deal with a family member who has a mental illness
(2) 1 in 17 Americans deal with persistent mental illnesses
(3) Based upon DeSoto's current population, there are approximately 3,000 citizens (500 with schizophrenia)
(4) House Bill 216 gave the ability to pass local ordinances with regards to Boarding Homes. The Texas Department of Health and Human Services has a model for cities
(5) Mental Health America has a website which lists licensed Boarding Homes
Council discussion regarding concerns with enforcement (Police and Fire staff), inspections, number of documented boarding homes in DeSoto, educating/training the public and the boarding home owners, how the ordinance might affect community homes licensed by the State, and ensuring the enforcement does not violate the 4th amendment.
4. Presentation of information on Blue Cross Blue Shield Retention Agreement
Kathleen Shields, Human Resources Manager, gave a brief summary of her efforts in order to renegotiate the retention agreement with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Her efforts enabled the City to receive a check in the amount of $550,360.00 on January 17, 2014. Ms. Shields indicated that this would not have been possible without the assistance of City Manager Richardson and the healthcare consultants.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 6:48pm.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:04pm.
1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department
2. Invocation by: Pastor Curt Krohn, Faith Bible Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Patricia Ledbetter
4. Introduction of Ambassador: Bryan Parker, Fire Department
Bryan has been employed with DeSoto Fire Rescue since October 1998. Bryan grew up in Midlothian and started his passion in the fire service with Midlothian Volunteer Fire Department at the age of 16. Bryan graduated with a degree in Fire Protection Technology from Weatherford College and a bachelor's degree in Emergency Management from West Texas A&M University. He carries the certifications of master firefighter, commissioned peace officer, licensed paramedic, advanced arson investigator and fire inspector. Bryan likes to hunt, fish, travel and cook.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of monthly Financial Report for January 2014 and 1st Quarter Investment Report.
Click Here to View Financial Report for January 2014
Click Here to View 1st Quarter Investment Report_December 2013
Ms. Morris introduced Tishia Jordan, Assistant Finance Director, who made the staff presentation of the Financial Report for January 2014.
Council discussion regarding the causes of the property tax revenues, fines and fees, the approximate $500,000 refund received from the City's previous healthcare provider, lower water sales, Christmas expense line item, and stabilization fund.
Assistant Finance Director Tishia Jordan introduced Bill Cook, Financial Investment Advisor - Valley View Consultants, who presented the 1st Quarter Investment Report.
Council discussion regarding Wells Fargo MMA line item and the differences in the amounts from September 2013 and December 2013, and Valley View Consultants fees.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
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 N/A
No items listed for this agenda.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Consider Zoning Case Z-1271-14; a General Retail Planned Development which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right; an area to the east of Cockrell Hill Road and approximately 300 feet south of Carriage Creek Drive; on approximately 8.8 acres of land and consisting of 1 lot; Applicant: Krisha Morris; Owner: Don Valk; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1 Management Report
Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the citizens input, super-majority votes, and prevailing reason in opposition of proposal.
The following citizens either requested to speak to the City Council or submitted a blue card for Council consideration:
Lula Wilson
705 N. Cockrell Hill Road
Brian Clough
1117 Reedsport Drive
Albert Goodwin
401 Bear Creek Drive
Henrietta Brown
602 Deer Creek Drive
Feleicia Clough
1117 Reedsport Place
Charlene and Sam Taylor
601 Deer Creek
Danica Williams
1208 W. Pleasant Run Road
Heather Ewing
648 Bent Creek Circle
Albert Ovlerrer
701 N. Cockrell Hill Road
Ethel Williams
501 Bent Creek Drive
James and Ann Francis
1309 Carriage Creek Drive
James Bornherst
1405 Indian Creek Drive
Robert Barron
1217 Stinnett Place
Gary Arbique
613 Deer Creek Drive
Debbie Arbique
613 Deer Creek Drive
Paul Allie
1201 Silver Creek
The applicant addressed the City Council:
Brent Shockley
931 W. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Councilmember McCowan stated for the record that she received information (via text message) from Rena' Thomas, DeSoto Independent School District, that Dr. Harris did not approve the letter referenced by Mr. Shockley that the DeSoto Independent School District was in support of the proposal. Note: This text message was viewed on Councilmember McCowan's cellphone by the City Secretary as received from "Rena'" to read: "FYI, Dr. Harris didn't approve that letter. Rena'."
Council had a lengthy discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of the project.
Ms. Morris read the Ordinance for the public record.
Motion to Deny Zoning Case Z-1271-13; a General Retail Planned Development, which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.
Vote to Deny Zoning Case Z-1271-13; a General Retail Planned Development, which will allow a mini-warehouse by-right. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider an Ordinance governing Boarding Homes in the City of DeSoto.
Click Here to View F.1 Management Report
Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Joe Costa, Chief of Police, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding the cost of implementation, ordinance not affecting the group/boarding homes that are licensed by the State, approximate number of boarding homes and utilizing City resources already in place (Police, Fire, Code Enforcement) for implementation, permit fee to license the boarding home and the comparison to the City of Dallas, and House Bill 216 as it relates to fines.
Ms. Morris read the Ordinance for the public record.
Motion to approve an Ordinance for the governing of Boarding Homes facilities in DeSoto. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Proctor.
Vote to approve an Ordinance for the governing of Boarding Homes facilities in DeSoto. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
No items scheduled for this agenda.
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Citizens appearances:
Lashonda Young
524 Dove Lane
DeSoto, Texas
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Mayor Pro Tem Ledbetter stated that if any DeSoto citizen is interested in serving on the City Council for Place 2, please complete an application as soon as possible as the deadline is approaching.
Councilmember Clark encouraged everyone to get out and vote.
Councilmember Proctor reminded everyone that Dallas County Primary Elections Early Voting began today, February 18, 2014.
Councilmember North announced that Concerned DeSoto Citizens' Gospel Fest was a success featuring Yarborough and Peoples as well as Assistant City Secretary, Alicia Thomas, who gave an outstanding performance.
Councilmember Zander
HOA Involvement Workshop
Saturday - 9am until 12 noon
March 1, 2014
DeSoto Dining and Dialogue
James Zander - Hosting
Dick North - Hosting
For more information, contact Kathy Jones at 972-230-9648
J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
With sensitivity to the time, the Mayor Sherman announced that the City Manager's Semi-Annual Performance Review would be postponed until a later date. Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:11pm.
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
This agenda item has been postponed.
1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: Continuance of Annual Performance Review of the City Secretary.
2. Action Resulting from Executive Session.
3. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: Semi-Annual Review of the City Manager.
4. Action Resulting from Executive Session.
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