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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 6 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Health Permit Fee Structure.
Health Official Jimmy Stephens provided information on the proposed Health Permit Fee Structure.
4. Update on the proposed 96" Water Supply Line by DWU within the Wintergreen Road Corridor.
Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services provided some background information on the project and introduced NAME with Dallas Water Utility, who presented additional information.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the Work Session at 6:49 p.m.
After attending the reception for the Firefighter promotions, Council will convene in Regular Session.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Oscar Epps, Community Missionary Baptist Church
Reverend Epps was unable to join us this evening as he was with the church’s youth group in New Orleans, helping to rebuild.
Reverend Willie Johnston provided the invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Carl Williams
Mayor Waddle welcomed Ms. Shipman back after her long absence.
3. Ambassador: Haley Johnson, Library
Haley is a sophomore attending the High School of Health Professions at Townview Magnet. She is an active Girl Scout and loves to read. This summer, she is in the teen volunteer program at the library and volunteers at various hospitals. Her ambition is to become a veterinarian or a pediatric dentist.
Haley is the daughter of Sheila Johnson, who is an employee of the City of DeSoto in the Finance Department.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Promotional Ceremony for new Fire Department Officers.
Mayor Waddle introduced Chief Fred Hart, who presented the certificates along with Dr. Robert Simmons, Fire Rescue Chaplain, to the following DeSoto Fire Rescue employees:
Bruce Banz - Captain
Randy Beets - Captain
Darryl Smith - Captain
John Moore - Engineer
Brent Shull - Engineer
Bryan Southard - Engineer
2. Presentation of the DEDC Third Quarterly Report for FY 2008.
This item has been rescheduled for the City Council meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2008.
3. Presentation of the Financial Statements for June 2008.
Click Here to View June 2008 Financial Report
Mayor Waddle introduced Camelia Browder, Finance Director, who presented the June 2008 Financial Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman inquired about the warrant revenue amount.
Ms. Browder stated it has been down this year, but they are looking at ways to increase it.
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. Board of Adjustment - N/A
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 04-22-08, 05-19-08, 05-27-08, 06-07-08
Click Here to View 04-22-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 05-19-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 05-27-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 06-07-08 DEDC Minutes
e. Library Board - N/A
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - N/A
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - N/A
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - 03-10-08
Click Here to View 03-10-08 KDB Minutes
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
Ms. Shipman listed the items for consideration and stated that the 3/10/08 KDB minutes for consideration are the corrected version of those that were withdrawn due to scrivener’s corrections during the 5/6/08 meeing.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1149-08; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a Drive-Thru Restaurant; located at 106 S. Cockrell Hill Road; consisting of approximately 2186 sq. ft. of lease space; Applicant/Owner: Golden Franchising Corporation; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Linda Zombeck, Senior Planner, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Councilmember Respess expressed concern about ingress and egress and asked if the southern property with access to cross Cockrell Hill Road will become a de facto entrance and exit.
Ms. Zombeck stated that it would not be an official entrance/exit, but there are sure to be people who use it.
Councilmember Williams inquired about the planned hours of operation in relation to the other businesses in that area.
Ms. Zombeck stated she did not have that information but the applicant was present to answer any questions.
Councilmember Valentine asked if there would be dedicated parking spaces marked specifically for this business or if they would be shared.
Ms. Zombeck stated the spaces do not have to be marked, but are available.
Councilmember Valentine stated if there is no sign, anyone could park where they wanted, but in anticipation of a problem, this agreement would alleviate that.
Ms. Zombeck stated that was the case.
Councilmember Valentine clarified that the reason for the SUP is because of the drive thru and if the business opened without a drive-thru, no SUP would be required.
Brian Gilbert, 956 *** Lewsivlle; the two properties are owned by the same person.
CW what are the planned hours of operation
BG HOURS - donut shop closes at noon; Papa Johns is primarily delivery.
SR what % is carry out -
BG realistically, carry out is 60%
CS was Golden Fried Chicken in DeSoto years ago?
BG - was Golden Fried Chicken in the past where the Church’s is located; now goes by Golden Chick
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Shipman read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman commented about restaurants coming into DeSoto and another fried chicken location. He provided statistics regarding the number of fried chicken restaurants in relation to population in the BSW cities, Rowlett, and Bedford.
Councilmember Valentine commented that as a governing body, the City should pay attention to the number of fast food restaurants coming to DeSoto; further stating she believed it is something that should be reviewed as a whole and not a case-by-case basis.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman agreed with that statement, stating that Los Angeles is looking to ban fast food in a portion of the city.
Mayor Waddle stated we’re all very conscious about this topic; but tonight we’re considering a SUP of a drive through.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1149-08, a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru restaurant located at 106 S Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation:
1. An agreement to grant cross access and shared parking rights between lots 14R and 15R must be approved by the City Attorney and recorded with the County Recorder prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.; and adopting Ordinance #1791-08.
Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1149-08, a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru restaurant located at 106 S Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation:
1. An agreement to grant cross access and shared parking rights between lots 14R and 15R must be approved by the City Attorney and recorded with the County Recorder prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.; and adopting Ordinance #1791-08.
(Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1151-08; amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to revise Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List to include drought tolerant plants; Applicant: City of DeSoto; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.2. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Linda Zombeck, Senior Planner, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the presentation of the list.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Shipman read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1151-08 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add drought tolerant plant materials to Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List; and adopting Ordinance #1792-08. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1151-08 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add drought tolerant plant materials to Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List; and adopting Ordinance #1792-08. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Discussion and possible approval of the revisions to the Adopted DEDC Operating Budget for FY 2007-2008, which were approved by the DEDC Board of Directors on March 24, 2008.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption.
Curtistene McCowan, President of the DEDC, introduced Board Director James Zander and Scott Livingston, Executive Director, who presented the proposed amendments.
Council discussion regarding funds spent during fiscal year, debt, and fund balance.
Motion to approve the revisions amending the DEDC’s Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Budget. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve the revisions amending the DEDC’s Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Budget. (Approved)
2. Consider approval of funds in the amount of $100,974.16 for the purchase and installation of communication equipment for the Communications/Command Vehicle from Coleman Technologies, Inc.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Smith, Assistant Fire Chief, who presented the staff report.
Mayor Waddle stated the Command vehicle is an impressive vehicle. interoperability is really the key.
Councilmember Ledbetter asked what part of the amount is training and what part is hardware/software?
Assistant Chief Smith stated the training is rolled into the installation portion.
Councilmember Ledbetter questionned the process for reimbursement.
Mr. Baugh stated the City makes the purchase then sends evidence of that to the Federal government and then they reimburse the City.
Councilmember Williams asked Chief Smith to give a practical example of interoperability and what this equipment will allow them to do.
Chief Smith stated there are a number of radios plugged into the vehicle and those are programmed for within your standard area. Outside the area, there are standard frequencies. When you start mixing multiple organizations who normally don’t work together, you are able to take those seperate frequencies and marry them together to work together.
Councilmember Williams asked for further clarification that without this equipment, that circumstance would not be possible.
Chief Smith stated you might have to bring additional equipment in or centrally locate someone in each area.
Motion to approve an allocation of $100,974.16 from the General Fund to purchase the communication and interoperability package as quoted from Coleman Technologies. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve an allocation of $100,974.16 from the General Fund to purchase the communication and interoperability package as quoted from Coleman Technologies. (Approved)
3. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Fuel Adjustments to Duncan Disposal for Solid Waste Collection from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, who presented the staff report.
SR - our maximum exposure is $386,000 - if diesel rates do not rise, then our LH - what cost of operating expense is fuel 20% SR - we are being a good neighbor and preserving LH through 9/30/09 CS - after July 2009, the city is looking at what we are doing, what is duncan looking at? Duncan REP - don't know what the changes will be - Duncan is CS do you have planned talks and meetings to discuss this issue? Duncan REP - yes - company in the southern region is piloting a fuel program; nationally, have provided some details to national producers of what our usage is and what our usage needs would be - awaiting to get information back; corporate level company does hedge to about 10% of fuel liability to help offset lags in the surcharge - company is reacting to this CS under normal circumstances 10% would be more than enough - certainly uncharted territory we are in DUNCAN REP - believe they are looking at six month period SR - hedging is risky business - are you looking at things like route plannings and helping to route most efficiently DUNCAN REP - we are looking at those SR - we are all going to be facing some serious challenges BW - what has been your experience with other cities handling of this situation DUNCAN REP - varied BW DUNCAN REP -
Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding fuel adjustments to Duncan Disposal for solid waste collections for residential, commercial, and industrial customers from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding fuel adjustments to Duncan Disposal for solid waste collections for residential, commercial, and industrial customers from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009. (Approved)
4. Consider a Resolution authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Cities Steering Committee and execute the Standing Steering Committee Participation Agreement.
Click Here to View F.4. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, who presented the staff report.
CW is there a discreet number that the steering committee has saved the city LH can't speak to what they've done to what w------- 2006 extended payments SR looks like a neverending battle - return on investment looks good
Motion to approve Resolution #08-13 authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Standing Steering Committee and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Standing Steering Committee Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Resolution #08-13 authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Standing Steering Committee and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Standing Steering Committee Agreement. (Approved)
5. Consider a Resolution suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals.
Click Here to View F.5. Management Report
Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman left the dais at 8:45 p.m. and returned at 8:47 p.m.
Mayor Waddle asked Ms. Shipman to read the agenda caption.
Motion to approve Resolution #08-14 suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Resolution #08-14 suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Waddle announced that August 5th is National Night Out and the members of the City Council will be meeting with Homeowners' Associations when they gather that evening for their neighborhood events.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 8:51 p.m.
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 6 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Health Permit Fee Structure.
Health Official Jimmy Stephens provided information on the proposed Health Permit Fee Structure.
4. Update on the proposed 96" Water Supply Line by DWU within the Wintergreen Road Corridor.
Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services provided some background information on the project and introduced NAME with Dallas Water Utility, who presented additional information.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the Work Session at 6:49 p.m.
After attending the reception for the Firefighter promotions, Council will convene in Regular Session.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Oscar Epps, Community Missionary Baptist Church
Reverend Epps was unable to join us this evening as he was with the church’s youth group in New Orleans, helping to rebuild.
Reverend Willie Johnston provided the invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Carl Williams
Mayor Waddle welcomed Ms. Shipman back after her long absence.
3. Ambassador: Haley Johnson, Library
Haley is a sophomore attending the High School of Health Professions at Townview Magnet. She is an active Girl Scout and loves to read. This summer, she is in the teen volunteer program at the library and volunteers at various hospitals. Her ambition is to become a veterinarian or a pediatric dentist.
Haley is the daughter of Sheila Johnson, who is an employee of the City of DeSoto in the Finance Department.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Promotional Ceremony for new Fire Department Officers.
Mayor Waddle introduced Chief Fred Hart, who presented the certificates along with Dr. Robert Simmons, Fire Rescue Chaplain, to the following DeSoto Fire Rescue employees:
Bruce Banz - Captain
Randy Beets - Captain
Darryl Smith - Captain
John Moore - Engineer
Brent Shull - Engineer
Bryan Southard - Engineer
2. Presentation of the DEDC Third Quarterly Report for FY 2008.
This item has been rescheduled for the City Council meeting to be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2008.
3. Presentation of the Financial Statements for June 2008.
Click Here to View June 2008 Financial Report
Mayor Waddle introduced Camelia Browder, Finance Director, who presented the June 2008 Financial Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman inquired about the warrant revenue amount.
Ms. Browder stated it has been down this year, but they are looking at ways to increase it.
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. Board of Adjustment - N/A
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 04-22-08, 05-19-08, 05-27-08, 06-07-08
Click Here to View 04-22-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 05-19-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 05-27-08 DEDC Minutes
Click Here to View 06-07-08 DEDC Minutes
e. Library Board - N/A
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - N/A
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - N/A
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - 03-10-08
Click Here to View 03-10-08 KDB Minutes
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
Ms. Shipman listed the items for consideration and stated that the 3/10/08 KDB minutes for consideration are the corrected version of those that were withdrawn due to scrivener’s corrections during the 5/6/08 meeing.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1149-08; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a Drive-Thru Restaurant; located at 106 S. Cockrell Hill Road; consisting of approximately 2186 sq. ft. of lease space; Applicant/Owner: Golden Franchising Corporation; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Linda Zombeck, Senior Planner, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Councilmember Respess expressed concern about ingress and egress and asked if the southern property with access to cross Cockrell Hill Road will become a de facto entrance and exit.
Ms. Zombeck stated that it would not be an official entrance/exit, but there are sure to be people who use it.
Councilmember Williams inquired about the planned hours of operation in relation to the other businesses in that area.
Ms. Zombeck stated she did not have that information but the applicant was present to answer any questions.
Councilmember Valentine asked if there would be dedicated parking spaces marked specifically for this business or if they would be shared.
Ms. Zombeck stated the spaces do not have to be marked, but are available.
Councilmember Valentine stated if there is no sign, anyone could park where they wanted, but in anticipation of a problem, this agreement would alleviate that.
Ms. Zombeck stated that was the case.
Councilmember Valentine clarified that the reason for the SUP is because of the drive thru and if the business opened without a drive-thru, no SUP would be required.
Brian Gilbert, 956 *** Lewsivlle; the two properties are owned by the same person.
CW what are the planned hours of operation
BG HOURS - donut shop closes at noon; Papa Johns is primarily delivery.
SR what % is carry out -
BG realistically, carry out is 60%
CS was Golden Fried Chicken in DeSoto years ago?
BG - was Golden Fried Chicken in the past where the Church’s is located; now goes by Golden Chick
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Shipman read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman commented about restaurants coming into DeSoto and another fried chicken location. He provided statistics regarding the number of fried chicken restaurants in relation to population in the BSW cities, Rowlett, and Bedford.
Councilmember Valentine commented that as a governing body, the City should pay attention to the number of fast food restaurants coming to DeSoto; further stating she believed it is something that should be reviewed as a whole and not a case-by-case basis.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman agreed with that statement, stating that Los Angeles is looking to ban fast food in a portion of the city.
Mayor Waddle stated we’re all very conscious about this topic; but tonight we’re considering a SUP of a drive through.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1149-08, a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru restaurant located at 106 S Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation:
1. An agreement to grant cross access and shared parking rights between lots 14R and 15R must be approved by the City Attorney and recorded with the County Recorder prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.; and adopting Ordinance #1791-08.
Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1149-08, a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru restaurant located at 106 S Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation:
1. An agreement to grant cross access and shared parking rights between lots 14R and 15R must be approved by the City Attorney and recorded with the County Recorder prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.; and adopting Ordinance #1791-08.
(Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1151-08; amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to revise Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List to include drought tolerant plants; Applicant: City of DeSoto; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.2. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Linda Zombeck, Senior Planner, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the presentation of the list.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Shipman read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1151-08 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add drought tolerant plant materials to Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List; and adopting Ordinance #1792-08. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1151-08 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add drought tolerant plant materials to Appendix A-4, Approved Plant List; and adopting Ordinance #1792-08. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Discussion and possible approval of the revisions to the Adopted DEDC Operating Budget for FY 2007-2008, which were approved by the DEDC Board of Directors on March 24, 2008.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption.
Curtistene McCowan, President of the DEDC, introduced Board Director James Zander and Scott Livingston, Executive Director, who presented the proposed amendments.
Council discussion regarding funds spent during fiscal year, debt, and fund balance.
Motion to approve the revisions amending the DEDC’s Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Budget. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve the revisions amending the DEDC’s Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Budget. (Approved)
2. Consider approval of funds in the amount of $100,974.16 for the purchase and installation of communication equipment for the Communications/Command Vehicle from Coleman Technologies, Inc.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Smith, Assistant Fire Chief, who presented the staff report.
Mayor Waddle stated the Command vehicle is an impressive vehicle. interoperability is really the key.
Councilmember Ledbetter asked what part of the amount is training and what part is hardware/software?
Assistant Chief Smith stated the training is rolled into the installation portion.
Councilmember Ledbetter questionned the process for reimbursement.
Mr. Baugh stated the City makes the purchase then sends evidence of that to the Federal government and then they reimburse the City.
Councilmember Williams asked Chief Smith to give a practical example of interoperability and what this equipment will allow them to do.
Chief Smith stated there are a number of radios plugged into the vehicle and those are programmed for within your standard area. Outside the area, there are standard frequencies. When you start mixing multiple organizations who normally don’t work together, you are able to take those seperate frequencies and marry them together to work together.
Councilmember Williams asked for further clarification that without this equipment, that circumstance would not be possible.
Chief Smith stated you might have to bring additional equipment in or centrally locate someone in each area.
Motion to approve an allocation of $100,974.16 from the General Fund to purchase the communication and interoperability package as quoted from Coleman Technologies. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve an allocation of $100,974.16 from the General Fund to purchase the communication and interoperability package as quoted from Coleman Technologies. (Approved)
3. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Fuel Adjustments to Duncan Disposal for Solid Waste Collection from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, who presented the staff report.
SR - our maximum exposure is $386,000 - if diesel rates do not rise, then our LH - what cost of operating expense is fuel 20% SR - we are being a good neighbor and preserving LH through 9/30/09 CS - after July 2009, the city is looking at what we are doing, what is duncan looking at? Duncan REP - don't know what the changes will be - Duncan is CS do you have planned talks and meetings to discuss this issue? Duncan REP - yes - company in the southern region is piloting a fuel program; nationally, have provided some details to national producers of what our usage is and what our usage needs would be - awaiting to get information back; corporate level company does hedge to about 10% of fuel liability to help offset lags in the surcharge - company is reacting to this CS under normal circumstances 10% would be more than enough - certainly uncharted territory we are in DUNCAN REP - believe they are looking at six month period SR - hedging is risky business - are you looking at things like route plannings and helping to route most efficiently DUNCAN REP - we are looking at those SR - we are all going to be facing some serious challenges BW - what has been your experience with other cities handling of this situation DUNCAN REP - varied BW DUNCAN REP -
Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding fuel adjustments to Duncan Disposal for solid waste collections for residential, commercial, and industrial customers from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding regarding fuel adjustments to Duncan Disposal for solid waste collections for residential, commercial, and industrial customers from July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2009. (Approved)
4. Consider a Resolution authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Cities Steering Committee and execute the Standing Steering Committee Participation Agreement.
Click Here to View F.4. Management Report
Ms. Shipman read the agenda caption and introduced Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, who presented the staff report.
CW is there a discreet number that the steering committee has saved the city LH can't speak to what they've done to what w------- 2006 extended payments SR looks like a neverending battle - return on investment looks good
Motion to approve Resolution #08-13 authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Standing Steering Committee and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Standing Steering Committee Agreement. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Resolution #08-13 authorizing the City of DeSoto to join the Oncor Standing Steering Committee and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Standing Steering Committee Agreement. (Approved)
5. Consider a Resolution suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals.
Click Here to View F.5. Management Report
Lynda Humble, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Sherman left the dais at 8:45 p.m. and returned at 8:47 p.m.
Mayor Waddle asked Ms. Shipman to read the agenda caption.
Motion to approve Resolution #08-14 suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Resolution #08-14 suspending the August 8, 2008 effective date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company requested rate change to permit the City time to study the request and to establish reasonable rates; approving cooperation with Oncor Cities Steering Committee to hire legal and consulting services and to negotiate with the company and direct any necessary litigation and appeals. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Waddle announced that August 5th is National Night Out and the members of the City Council will be meeting with Homeowners' Associations when they gather that evening for their neighborhood events.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 8:51 p.m.
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