Dr. Richardson, City Manager, reviewed the Master Agenda highlighting the following:

* City Council Meeting - September 2, 2014 - Cancelled
* Special City Council Meeting - September 4, 2014
* Town Hall Informational Meeting - September 13, 2014

Councilmember Zander arrived at 6:05pm.

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

2. Review of Regular Agenda items

Dr. Richardson, City Manager, informed the City Council that there have been revisions made to the DeSoto City Council Meeting minutes dated August 7, 2014, Boards and Commission confirmations management report as well as the inclusion of a letter from DW Distributors in reference to Zoning Case Z-1278-14.

3. Discuss and consider reimbursements related to attending Commissioners Court meetings

Mayor Sherman discussed receiving reimbursements (mileage and parking fees) for attending Dallas County Commissioners Court Meetings in order to continue building relationships with the Dallas County Commissioners Court. Council and staff discussion regarding previous practice measures, clarification on auto insurance claims and TML coverage and developing a travel policy. After discussion, it was Mayor Sherman's desire, in the spirit of volunteerism, not to receive reimbursement for the Dallas County Commissioners Court meetings and other meetings; however, he would like reimbursements for meetings such as Texas Municipal League and the United States Conference of Mayors conferences. He concluded that he will continue to participate in the many activities and events associated with being Mayor of DeSoto and no further discussion was necessary at this time. Mayor Sherman closed the discussion at 6:35pm.

4. Discussion regarding amending Sign Ordinance identifying locations allowing Pole Signs and Monument Signs

Tom Johnson, Development Services Managing Director, gave a presentation regarding amending the Sign Ordinance. It was the Council's decision to amend the sign ordinance by requiring monument signs throughout the City with the exception of the I-35 corridor and a distance of 500 feet west of the frontage road along the City's major thoroughfares. It will require that existing pole signs be removed in the event of a change in Certificate of Occupancy.

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

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

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

1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department

2. Invocation by: Pastor Charles Seidlitz, Windsor Park Baptist Church

3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember James Zander

4. Introduction of Ambassador: Pedro Lozano, Fire Department

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation of Promotions and Life-Saving Awards - Fire Department

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Duffield, Fire Chief, who made the presentations.

2. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Constitution Week

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Mayor Sherman who presented the proclamation to Sandra Conley.

3. Presentation of Citizenship Award to Mayor Sherman by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution - Old Chisholm Trail Chapter

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Sandra Conley who made the presentation to Mayor Sherman.

4. Presentation of monthly Financial Report for July 2014 and 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tishia Jordan who gave the Financial Report for July 2014.

Council discussion regarding the permits issued (residential/commercial), possible changes in revenue (increases and/or decreases) and concerns regarding water and sewer revenues.

Tom Ross, Investment Advisor from Valley View Consultants, gave the presentation of the 3rd Quarter Investment report.

Click Here to View C.4. - Financial Report

Click Here to View C.4. Investment Report

D. CONSENT AGENDA Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the City Manager and are recommended to the City Council for single vote approval. An item(s) may be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate vote at the request of a Councilmember, the Mayor, or the City Manager.

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - 07-15-14, 08-05-14

Click Here to View D.1.a. July 15, 2014 Minutes

Click Here to View D.1.a. August 5, 2014 Minutes

b. Special Meeting - 08-07-14

Click Here to View D.1.b. August 7, 2014 Minutes

2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes

a. Arts Commission - N/A

b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A

c. Civil Service Commission - 08-11-14

Click Here to View D.2.c.

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 appointments to the Buildings and Standards Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, Park Development Corporation, Tri-City Animal Shelter Board, DeSoto Texas Historical Foundation, Arts Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Click Here to View D.3.a.

b. Consider confirmation of reappointment by City Manager to the Civil Service Commission.

Click Here to View D.3.b.

Submitted for consideration are minutes from the City Council and Civil Service Commission as well as confirmation of the appointments to the several Boards and Commissions. Ms. Morris indicated that she would like to bring to the attention of the Council the City Council Minutes dated August 7, 2014 and the Boards and Commissions Management Report revisions as well as the request by the Human Resource Department to remove the Civil Service Commission Meeting minutes from consideration at this time.

Motion to approve as stated and submitted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Proctor.

Vote to approve as stated and submitted. (Approved)

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. First Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Rate for Tax Year 2014.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Finance Director who made the presentation.

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

Council comments regarding the Tax Rate remaining the same for the 4th year in a row.

No action by the City Council is required at this time.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Click Here to View E.1.

2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1278-14; an amendment to Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow a fourteen foot high fence, opaque polypropylene fabric for screening, and to allow a gate with no screening; an area located south of East Centre Park Boulevard and west of Chalet Drive; consisting of approximately 21.06 acres and containing one lot; Applicant: David Larson; Owner: DW Distribution; and adopting Ordinance.

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 North.

Council discussion regarding Phase 2 of the building (Exhibit D within the Ordinance), whether or not the use of this product has been requested as a use at another location, Planning and Zoning Commissioners concerns, clarification of the 97% obscurity of screening product, personnel on staff, and a sample and quality of the product (similar to tennis court screening).

Nathan Potter
1200 East Centre Park
DeSoto, Texas 75115

General Contractor: Dale Sorenson
305 W. Gillis
Cameron, Texas

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

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1984-14 for the public record.

City Attorney Joe Gorfida recommended to the Council to add specifics to the Ordinance under Section H, "dark green in color with a 97% obscurity".

Motion to approve the Ordinance as recommended by the City Attorney. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to approve the Ordinance as recommended by the City Attorney. (Approved)

Click Here to View E.2.

3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1280-14; an amendment to Planned Development -20 (PD-20) to allow a hotel without a restaurant, a height of four stories, permit a self-service laundry for guests and to approve the site plan for a tract in the W.M. Wampler Survey; an area south of Centre Park Boulevard and approximately 200 feet west of north I-35 East; on approximately 2.73 acres of land and consisting of one lot; Applicant: Prayes Majmudar; Owner: Gordon Edwards; and adopting Ordinance.

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 Zander, seconded by Councilmember Clark.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Council discussion regarding meeting/banquet space size and how many people the space will accommodate, estimate value of the construction (i.e. city revenue generated), number of jobs, livable wages, hiring locally, and reasons as to why a restaurant is not included in the request.

Prayes Majmudar - Applicant
6414 Westlake Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75214

Gordon Edwards
7001 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas

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

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1985-14 for the pubic record.

Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1280-14, an amendment to Planned Development 20 (PD-20) to allow a hotel without a restaurant, a height of four stories, permit a self-service laundry for guests and to approve the site landscape plan and elevations. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1280-14, an amendment to Planned Development 20 (PD-20) to allow a hotel without a restaurant, a height of four stories, permit a self-service laundry for guests and to approve the site landscape plan and elevations. (Approved)

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4. Consider Zoning Case Z-1287-14; an amendment to the Williamsburg Planned Development (PD-10) to allow a rehabilitation care institution by-right on tract H4A1 within the Williamsburg Village subdivision; an area south of York Drive and west of Prince George Avenue; consisting of approximately 0.5 acres and containing one lot; Applicant: Susan Shiwach; Owner: Raj Shiwach; and adopting Ordinance.

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 Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Eric Jones
941 York Drive
DeSoto, Texas 75115

Council discussion regarding the types of positions that will be available at the facility, number of residents, number of employees, and the amount of pay the employees will receive (i.e. livable wages).

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

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1986-14 for the public record.

Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1287-14; an amendment to the Williamsburg Planned Development (PD-10) to allow a rehabilitation care institution by-right on tract H4A1 within the Williamsburg Village subdivision. Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1287-14; an amendment to the Williamsburg Planned Development (PD-10) to allow a rehabilitation care institution by-right on tract H4A1 within the Williamsburg Village subdivision. (Approved)

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F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider a professional service contract with Bureau Veritas North America Inc. for construction plan review and inspection services.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Jack Thompson, Building Official, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion regarding building permits exceeding the expectation and that costs are still maintaining to cover the third (3rd) party contracts and the increase of work.

Motion to approve a professional service contract with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. for construction plan review and inspection services. Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to approve a professional service contract with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. for construction plan review and inspection services. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.1.

2. Consider and authorize the purchase of three scoreboards at Meadow Creek football complex and five scoreboards at Grimes Baseball complex in the amount of $51,205.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Camiron Smith, Parks Maintenance Manager, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion regarding clarification of the cooperative contract, sponsorship of scoreboards (i.e. local bank - Bank of DeSoto), and life expectancy of the scoreboards in gymnasium (basketball).

Motion to approve the purchase of three (3) scoreboards at Meadow Creek Football Complex and five (5) scoreboards at Grimes Baseball Complex in the amount of $51,205. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to approve the purchase of three (3) scoreboards at Meadow Creek Football Complex and five (5) scoreboards at Grimes Baseball Complex in the amount of $51,205. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.2.

3. Consider an Ordinance amending the fiscal year 2013-2014 adopted budget.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion regarding 2009 street improvement increase.

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1987-14 for the public record.

Motion to approve an Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 adopted budget per the 3rd Quarter amendments attached herein. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve an Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 adopted budget per the 3rd Quarter amendments attached herein. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.3.

4. Consider approval of contracts for bond counsel services to (1) Norton Rose Fulbright and (2) West & Associates and Andrews Kurth for a base period of three (3) years with two (2) additional three (3) year renewal options.

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

Mayor Pro Tem McCowan advised the Council, and the public, that Mayor Sherman had to step away briefly and that she would be presiding over the meeting until he returns.

Council discussion regarding clarification of the fees and the alternating of the two companies.

Motion to approve contracts for bond counsel services to (1) Norton Rose Fulbright and (2) West & Associates and Andrews Kurth for a base period of three (3) years with two (2) additional three (3) year renewal options. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to approve contracts for bond counsel services to (1) Norton Rose Fulbright and (2) West & Associates and Andrews Kurth for a base period of three (3) years with two (2) additional three (3) year renewal options. (Approved)

Mayor Pro Tem McCowan returned the seat to Mayor Sherman to continue to preside over the meeting.

Click Here to View F.4.

5. Consider a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property located at 104 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas for the purchase price of $135,000 and other consideration as generally described in the Agreement, and to further authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute other documents and agreements as may be necessary to carry out the City's obligations as set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tarron Richardson, City Manager, who presented the staff report.

Motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property located at 104 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas, for the purchase price of $135,000 and other consideration as generally described in the Agreement and to further authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute other documents and agreements as may be necessary to carry out of the City's obligations as set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Proctor, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property located at 104 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas, for the purchase price of $135,000 and other consideration as generally described in the Agreement and to further authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute other documents and agreements as may be necessary to carry out of the City's obligations as set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.5.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION

1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: City Secretary.

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 9:50pm.

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

Others in attendance:
Kisha Morris, City Secretary
Joe Gorfida, City Attorney

2. Action resulting from the Executive Session.

The City Council completed the Executive Session at 10:20pm.

Motion to amend the City Secretary Job Description dated February 20, 2013, by removing City Manager from the second bullet point under Essential Job Functions and removal of City Manager from the Summary. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Zander.

Vote to amend the City Secretary Job Description dated February 20, 2013, by removing City Manager from the second bullet point under Essential Job Functions and removal of City Manager from the Summary. (Approved)

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:21pm.

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A. WORK SESSION

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 6:02pm.

Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.

1. Review of Master Agenda

Councilmember Zander arrived at 6:05pm.

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

2. Review of Regular Agenda items

3. Discuss and consider reimbursements related to attending Commissioners Court meetings

4. Discussion regarding amending Sign Ordinance identifying locations allowing Pole Signs and Monument Signs

B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER

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

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

1. Announcement of emergency procedures and exits: Fire Department

2. Invocation by: Pastor Charles Seidlitz, Windsor Park Baptist Church

3. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember James Zander

4. Introduction of Ambassador: Pedro Lozano, Fire Department

C. PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation of Promotions and Life-Saving Awards - Fire Department

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Duffield, Fire Chief, who made the presentations.

2. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Constitution Week

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Mayor Sherman who presented the proclamation to Sandra Conley.

3. Presentation of Citizenship Award to Mayor Sherman by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution - Old Chisholm Trail Chapter

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Sandra Conley who made the presentation to Mayor Sherman.

4. Presentation of monthly Financial Report for July 2014 and 3rd Quarter Investment Report

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tishia Jordan who gave the Financial Report for July 2014.

Council discussion regarding the permits issued (residential/commercial), possible changes in revenue (increases and/or decreases) and concerns regarding water and sewer revenues.

Tom Ross, Investment Advisor from Valley View Consultants, gave the presentation of the 3rd Quarter Investment report.

Click Here to View C.4. - Financial Report

Click Here to View C.4. Investment Report

D. CONSENT AGENDA Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the City Manager and are recommended to the City Council for single vote approval. An item(s) may be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate vote at the request of a Councilmember, the Mayor, or the City Manager.

1. Approval of City Council Minutes

a. Regular Meeting - 07-15-14, 08-05-14

Click Here to View D.1.a. July 15, 2014 Minutes

Click Here to View D.1.a. August 5, 2014 Minutes

b. Special Meeting - 08-07-14

Click Here to View D.1.b. August 7, 2014 Minutes

2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes

a. Arts Commission - N/A

b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A

c. Civil Service Commission - 08-11-14

Click Here to View D.2.c.

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 appointments to the Buildings and Standards Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, Park Development Corporation, Tri-City Animal Shelter Board, DeSoto Texas Historical Foundation, Arts Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Click Here to View D.3.a.

b. Consider confirmation of reappointment by City Manager to the Civil Service Commission.

Click Here to View D.3.b.

Motion to approve as stated and submitted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Proctor.

Vote to approve as stated and submitted. (Approved)

E. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. First Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Rate for Tax Year 2014.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Finance Director who made the presentation.

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

Council comments regarding the Tax Rate remaining the same for the 4th year in a row.

No action by the City Council is required at this time.

Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Clark, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Click Here to View E.1.

2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1278-14; an amendment to Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow a fourteen foot high fence, opaque polypropylene fabric for screening, and to allow a gate with no screening; an area located south of East Centre Park Boulevard and west of Chalet Drive; consisting of approximately 21.06 acres and containing one lot; Applicant: David Larson; Owner: DW Distribution; and adopting Ordinance.

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 North.

Nathan Potter
1200 East Centre Park
DeSoto, Texas 75115

General Contractor: Dale Sorenson
305 W. Gillis
Cameron, Texas

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

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1984-14 for the public record.

City Attorney Joe Gorfida recommended to the Council to add specifics to the Ordinance under Section H, "dark green in color with a 97% obscurity".

Motion to approve the Ordinance as recommended by the City Attorney. Moved by Councilmember North, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to approve the Ordinance as recommended by the City Attorney. (Approved)

Click Here to View E.2.

3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1280-14; an amendment to Planned Development -20 (PD-20) to allow a hotel without a restaurant, a height of four stories, permit a self-service laundry for guests and to approve the site plan for a tract in the W.M. Wampler Survey; an area south of Centre Park Boulevard and approximately 200 feet west of north I-35 East; on approximately 2.73 acres of land and consisting of one lot; Applicant: Prayes Majmudar; Owner: Gordon Edwards; and adopting Ordinance.

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 Zander, seconded by Councilmember Clark.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Prayes Majmudar - Applicant
6414 Westlake Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75214

Gordon Edwards
7001 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas

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

Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1985-14 for the pubic record.

Click Here to View E.3.

4. Consider Zoning Case Z-1287-14; an amendment to the Williamsburg Planned Development (PD-10) to allow a rehabilitation care institution by-right on tract H4A1 within the Williamsburg Village subdivision; an area south of York Drive and west of Prince George Avenue; consisting of approximately 0.5 acres and containing one lot; Applicant: Susan Shiwach; Owner: Raj Shiwach; and adopting Ordinance.

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 Mayor Pro Tem McCowan.

Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)

Eric Jones
941 York Drive
DeSoto, Texas 75115

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

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1986-14 for the public record.

Click Here to View E.4.

F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business

1. Consider a professional service contract with Bureau Veritas North America Inc. for construction plan review and inspection services.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Jack Thompson, Building Official, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion regarding building permits exceeding the expectation and that costs are still maintaining to cover the third (3rd) party contracts and the increase of work.

Vote to approve a professional service contract with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. for construction plan review and inspection services. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.1.

2. Consider and authorize the purchase of three scoreboards at Meadow Creek football complex and five scoreboards at Grimes Baseball complex in the amount of $51,205.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Camiron Smith, Parks Maintenance Manager, who presented the staff report.

Vote to approve the purchase of three (3) scoreboards at Meadow Creek Football Complex and five (5) scoreboards at Grimes Baseball Complex in the amount of $51,205. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.2.

3. Consider an Ordinance amending the fiscal year 2013-2014 adopted budget.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the staff report.

Council discussion regarding 2009 street improvement increase.

Ms. Morris read Ordinance 1987-14 for the public record.

Motion to approve an Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 adopted budget per the 3rd Quarter amendments attached herein. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem McCowan, seconded by Councilmember North.

Vote to approve an Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 adopted budget per the 3rd Quarter amendments attached herein. (Approved)

Click Here to View F.3.

4. Consider approval of contracts for bond counsel services to (1) Norton Rose Fulbright and (2) West & Associates and Andrews Kurth for a base period of three (3) years with two (2) additional three (3) year renewal options.

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

Mayor Pro Tem McCowan advised the Council, and the public, that Mayor Sherman had to step away briefly and that she would be presiding over the meeting until he returns.

Council discussion regarding clarification of the fees and the alternating of the two companies.

Mayor Pro Tem McCowan returned the seat to Mayor Sherman to continue to preside over the meeting.

Click Here to View F.4.

5. Consider a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property located at 104 West Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas for the purchase price of $135,000 and other consideration as generally described in the Agreement, and to further authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute other documents and agreements as may be necessary to carry out the City's obligations as set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement.

Ms. Morris read the agenda caption and introduced Tarron Richardson, City Manager, who presented the staff report.

Click Here to View F.5.

G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business

No items scheduled for this agenda.

H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES

Lauralee Lindholm
305 Jordan Drive
DeSoto, Texas 75115

I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST

City Council gave an update on community events.

J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 9:28pm and advised the pubic that the City Council will reconvene into Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: City Secretary.

K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION

1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Section 551.074 Personnel Matters: City Secretary.

Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 9:50pm.

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

Others in attendance:
Kisha Morris, City Secretary
Joe Gorfida, City Attorney

2. Action resulting from the Executive Session.

The City Council completed the Executive Session at 10:20pm.

Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:21pm.

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