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A. WORK SESSION
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Civic Center Rates and Policies.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at p.m.
1. Invocation by: Oscar Epps, Community Missionary Baptist Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Carl Sherman.
3. Ambassador: Roderick Tasby, Police Department.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of DeSoto's 60th Anniversary of Incorporation.
Mayor Waddle presented a proclamation in recognition of DeSoto's 60th anniversary of incorporation. Former Mayor, Roy Orr, spoke briefly.
2. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Poison Prevention Week.
Councilmember Patricia Ledbetter presented the proclamation.
3. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of American Red Cross Month.
Councilmember Respess presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 02-17-09
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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 -01-17-09, 01-26-09, 01-29-09 02-11-09
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Click Here to View 01-26-09 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 01-29-09 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 02-11-09 DEDC Meeting 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 - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 01-22-09
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for Council's consideration on the Consent Agenda.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1157-09, an Amendment to Planned Development 97 to change the Designated Use of 21.6 Acres from Retail Use to an Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities; located north of Belt Line Road and west of Westmoreland Road; on approximately 30 Acres of land; Applicant: Mardy Brown; Owner: Rick Sheldon; and adopting Ordinance.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Councilmember Ledbetter aksed if there would be a sidewalk. EV yes Councilmember VAlentine asked if the parking ratio is what we currently require. Richard Rozier, 1801 N. Hampton Road, DeSoto, spoke on behalf of the applicant. DV is it the intent to have the meandering sidewalks - yes; heavily treed, but see a lot of concrete on the site plan RR very open to having trees, DV retail pads - size would allow what type of retail RR 10,000 sq ft pad would allow for a restaurant - along the lines of a Denny's, smaller retailer or office or possible medical use like imaging center or durable goods DV along Belt Line are 10,000 and 8,000 along Westmoreland SR how does a 10,000 site compare to Walgreen's RR bldg 15,000 - the bank next door is about 10,000 SR assisted living has 400 beds/rooms; independent 330-350 -- what would be the staffing requirements for the operation of these facilities RR unsure of those numbers SR good population density CW independent living - all units open to the inside? RR all unites open to the inside CW what is the plan for landscaping for the natural barrier and tree line along the creek RR help preserve as much as possible, cleaning it up, but use the natural buffer in lieu of masonry wall CW have traffic implications been studied TJ when reviewed the plan, mentioned to developer that there will be a lot of traffic, but state will regulate how many drives they can have off Belt Line BW CS topography creates interesting scenic views - trail would wrap around west and north - residents could walk to retail next door -- dense population is always a good thing PL how would this type of development affect drainage TJ treat the development as a whole and would have to put in a detention pond or two DV clarified - what would we expect when get to the final details EV when ready to come back, bring detailed site plan with landscaping with elevations DV issues like parking and detention ponds would be worked out
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
CS - DV made a good point regarding fast food DV remember from P&Z the previous plan for this property that did call for a lot of retail - topography did prove to be challenging - with the need for assisted living and independent living afacilities for adults, this is a good way to address these issues -- like that assisted and independent living are grouped together -- Cedar Hill also has this concept -- like the idea of using this property to bring density to address this age group -- would like to see more trees on the plan -- will lend itself to getting the type of retail out front that naturally goes with this type of population -- do like the idea of using this particular lot for this type of purpose BW as we do things - have to look at the piece of property and look at topography - really have to evaluate each piece -- CW concept is a good one for a number of reasons - population, interested to see the details to see the traffic issue and trees and how to fit this in the topography - see no reason to not embrace this concept
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1157-08 and Ordinance #, an amendment to Planned Development-97 to change the designated use of 21.6 acres from retail use to Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities, with the following stipulations: 1. Reduce the ninety (90) foot wide landscape buffer along Westmoreland Road, which is within Pad 8, down to fifty (50) feet. 2. Remove the proposed six (6) foot high masonry wall and replace it with a 50 wide landscape buffer. 3. Establish the parking for Independent Senior Living facility at 1.5 spaces per unit. In addition, establish the parking requirement for office use to be one (1) parking space per 200 feet, rather than 1 parking space per 300 square feet. 4. The maximum height allowed in General Retail zoning is two (2) stories, the applicant has asked this be increased to four (4) stories (fifty-five feet) for the Independent Senior Living facility and Assisted Living facility. 5. Reduce the parks fee to $326 per unit or room, rather than $500 per unit, if the trail shown on the Site Plan is built as shown. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1157-08, an amendment to Planned Development-97 to change the designated use of 21.6 acres from retail use to Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities, with the following stipulations: 1. Reduce the ninety (90) foot wide landscape buffer along Westmoreland Road, which is within Pad 8, down to fifty (50) feet. 2. Remove the proposed six (6) foot high masonry wall and replace it with a 50 wide landscape buffer. 3. Establish the parking for Independent Senior Living facility at 1.5 spaces per unit. In addition, establish the parking requirement for office use to be one (1) parking space per 200 feet, rather than 1 parking space per 300 square feet. 4. The maximum height allowed in General Retail zoning is two (2) stories, the applicant has asked this be increased to four (4) stories (fifty-five feet) for the Independent Senior Living facility and Assisted Living facility. 5. Reduce the parks fee to $326 per unit or room, rather than $500 per unit, if the trail shown on the Site Plan is built as shown. (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1168-09, a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road; Applicant: Linda Reese; Owner: United Methodist Church of the Disciple; and adopting Ordinance.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
PL there is currently no school at this location - have residents been notified - regarding residents who are not able to live within a certain distance Linda Reese, 220 S. Cockrell Hill, DeSoto K-1 the first year and then add an additional year each year after up to 3rd grade. BW do you plan to use the grassy area behind the church for a playground. Linda - if you have kindergarden, no fence is necessary CW at the 3rd grade level, is that the cap - once reach 3rd grade PL do you have the school in place Linda -
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
CS Dr; Lee has a good reputation in this area and anticipate that this will be a first rate
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1168-09 and Ordinance #, a SUP to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation: 1. Prior to having more than fifty (50) students enrolled, the operator of the Private School must submit a circulation plan to the City that provides for the location of the stacking spaces, and the points of ingress and egress for the Private School site. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1168-09, a SUP to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation: 1. Prior to having more than fifty (50) students enrolled, the operator of the Private School must submit a circulation plan to the City that provides for the location of the stacking spaces, and the points of ingress and egress for the Private School site. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution Establishing an Identity Theft Program.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tonya Warren, Utility Billing Manager, who presented the staff report.
CW what would be a red flag TW if customer wants to change the name or billing address on the account - currently have things in place to try to identify identity theft -- if customer wants to change name on account, require copies of TDL from both parties CW doing thihgs now - what would we do above and beyond TW have seen credit card fraud and are notified by the credit card company and provide them documentation for those cases - other red flag issues might include changing other information on the account like SSN ro something that may be sensitive data - dont' have formal plan, but have policy CS based on trend of more customers paying online, this is perhaps really needed for cyberspace TW get approximately 3,000 transactions each month through the online automated system - credit card fraud has generally been through that method - notify that customer through registered mail CS we also are incurred the loss of that and a charge back fee TW yes, but pass it along to that service holder CS chances of that -- have u been working with other BSW citiies on this initiative TW attending a forum this week CS would we be the first in the BSW to do this JOE - no lancaster and maybe duncanville
Motion to approve Resolution # establishing an Identity Theft Prevention Program. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Resolution # establishing an Identity Theft Prevention Program. (Approved)
2. Consider a Resolution to Authorize Publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 in the amount of $8,800,000, plus Issuance Costs, for the Cockrell Hill Road Improvements and Water and Sewer System Improvements.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
SR if worst fears are realized in terms - what impact will this have on the tax rate CB hard to tell what the taxable value in our city will be earlier were thinking that there would be 3% decline SR what range are you using now CB had town hall mtg appraisal district could be as much as 10% and 45% will be evaluated - start getting values in May SR just approving the intent to go forth - with more information JB won't see this again until the sale - are already committed to Dallas County to do this project SR concerned with the uncertainty of the future and try to weigh the County's participation - if pass this up, may not be able to see this project for a long time -- if revenues are far less -- this will take away from some service we are providing today -- JB are committed to Dallas County to do this -- dont' know what the financial situation will be and won't know until we receive those roles CS while the future is uncertain on this, if we renigged on our commitment, it would be certain that Dallas County would not support any future projects CW clarified that this was a two part project - widening to Parkerville and then extending drainage to southern city limits CS it's my understanding that it is cheaper to do the drainage at this time TJ when finished the design of the drainage system, want to JB need to decide before the sale the amount to sell
Motion to approve Resolution # providing for the publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 for the Cockrell Hill Road Widening and Water and Sewer System Improvements. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Resolution # providing for the publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 for the Cockrell Hill Road Widening and Water and Sewer System Improvements. (Approved)
3. Consider a Resolution Providing for Reimbursement of Expenditures from the Proceeds of Future Debt Obligations for Cockrell Hill Road Improvements.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
SR B logically follows A
Motion to approve Resolution # providing for reimbursement of expenditures for Cockrell Hill Road improvements from the proceeds of future debt obligations. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Resolution # providing for reimbursement of expenditures for Cockrell Hill Road improvements from the proceeds of future debt obligations. (Approved)
4. Consider a Contract with Southwest General Services for Emergency Medical Patient Reporting, Fee Collection, and Software and Hardware Services through the City of DeSoto's Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Smith, Assistant Fire Chief, who presented the staff report.
CW sounds like what JB SR Rowlett had JB it's a process question - same deal
Motion to approve a contract with Southwest General Services for EMS reporting, EMS computer hardware, EMS I.T. support, billing, and collections at a total cost of 10% of our net ambulance collections by exercising our Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to approve a contract with Southwest General Services for EMS reporting, EMS computer hardware, EMS I.T. support, billing, and collections at a total cost of 10% of our net ambulance collections by exercising our Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett. (Approved)
5. Consider a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the Construction Contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc. for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement Project from Hampton Road to Parks Drive.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, who presented the staff report.
TJ pipes are cast iron and very old -- good to CW what happens if we say no JB we hope you don't do that -- what will happen is we will be in violation of our contract administration policy that says we've come to you for an amount between the contingency and the state law amount -- CM has authorization to pay up to $50,000 CW had that explanation been a part of the presentation, would never have asked the question
Motion to approve a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the construction contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc., for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement/Relocation Project. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the construction contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc., for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement/Relocation Project. (Approved)
6. Consider an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1 "General Provisions" by amending Article 1.900 "Park Regulations", Section 1.902 establishing Penalties for Reserved Facilities.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Renee Johnson-Williams, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented the staff report.
PL is there someone on site RJW no - will have park staff coming through to make sure it's clean, but there is no attendant DV penalty could be up to $500 PL have they called you first before th police RJW first time CW will there be documentation issued with the contract that will tell people what to do if there is an issue PL do any other cities have a person onsite RJW they don't have attendants DV are there signs saying they are reserved RJW yes
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance # amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 1 "General Provisions? by amending Article 1.900 ?Park Regulations? Section 1.902 establishing penalties for reserved facilities. Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Ordinance # amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 1 ?General Provisions? by amending Article 1.900 ?Park Regulations? Section 1.902 establishing penalties for reserved facilities. (Approved)
7. Consider a Resolution authorizing the Cancellation of the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council Meeting.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and provided the staff report.
BW comments - attendees to provide an update upon their return at a work session CW excited about the opportunity to go and consider it a privilege -- will be meeting with Eddie Bernice Johnson
Motion to approve Resolution # to cancel the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council meeting. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Resolution # to cancel the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council meeting. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Lynne Kornegay, 416 Newcastle, DeSoto, spoke on behalf of the DeSoto Public Library. James Dunn, 3635 Blue Ridge, Dallas, spoke regarding the DeSoto police department.
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
DV next production of ART - A Raisin in the Sun 3/20 - 4/12 Friday, Sat and Sun - matinee on sat & sun at 3, fri and sat at 8 DL Tri-City Animal Shelter will hold a microchipping clinic -- Monday, March 23 will hold a Health Expo in conjunction with Parkland Hospital System in the Bluebonnet Rooms CS announced Rep. Giddings is holding a foreclosure resource forum 3/14 at UNT Dallas from 9-12
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 10:13 p.m.
Mar 03, 2009 Citizen Appearances 03-03-09 Mr. Dunn
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Civic Center Rates and Policies.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at p.m.
1. Invocation by: Oscar Epps, Community Missionary Baptist Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Carl Sherman.
3. Ambassador: Roderick Tasby, Police Department.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of DeSoto's 60th Anniversary of Incorporation.
Mayor Waddle presented a proclamation in recognition of DeSoto's 60th anniversary of incorporation. Former Mayor, Roy Orr, spoke briefly.
2. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Poison Prevention Week.
Councilmember Patricia Ledbetter presented the proclamation.
3. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of American Red Cross Month.
Councilmember Respess presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 02-17-09
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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 -01-17-09, 01-26-09, 01-29-09 02-11-09
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Click Here to View 01-26-09 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 01-29-09 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 02-11-09 DEDC Meeting 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 - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 01-22-09
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for Council's consideration on the Consent Agenda.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1157-09, an Amendment to Planned Development 97 to change the Designated Use of 21.6 Acres from Retail Use to an Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities; located north of Belt Line Road and west of Westmoreland Road; on approximately 30 Acres of land; Applicant: Mardy Brown; Owner: Rick Sheldon; and adopting Ordinance.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Councilmember Ledbetter aksed if there would be a sidewalk. EV yes Councilmember VAlentine asked if the parking ratio is what we currently require. Richard Rozier, 1801 N. Hampton Road, DeSoto, spoke on behalf of the applicant. DV is it the intent to have the meandering sidewalks - yes; heavily treed, but see a lot of concrete on the site plan RR very open to having trees, DV retail pads - size would allow what type of retail RR 10,000 sq ft pad would allow for a restaurant - along the lines of a Denny's, smaller retailer or office or possible medical use like imaging center or durable goods DV along Belt Line are 10,000 and 8,000 along Westmoreland SR how does a 10,000 site compare to Walgreen's RR bldg 15,000 - the bank next door is about 10,000 SR assisted living has 400 beds/rooms; independent 330-350 -- what would be the staffing requirements for the operation of these facilities RR unsure of those numbers SR good population density CW independent living - all units open to the inside? RR all unites open to the inside CW what is the plan for landscaping for the natural barrier and tree line along the creek RR help preserve as much as possible, cleaning it up, but use the natural buffer in lieu of masonry wall CW have traffic implications been studied TJ when reviewed the plan, mentioned to developer that there will be a lot of traffic, but state will regulate how many drives they can have off Belt Line BW CS topography creates interesting scenic views - trail would wrap around west and north - residents could walk to retail next door -- dense population is always a good thing PL how would this type of development affect drainage TJ treat the development as a whole and would have to put in a detention pond or two DV clarified - what would we expect when get to the final details EV when ready to come back, bring detailed site plan with landscaping with elevations DV issues like parking and detention ponds would be worked out
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
CS - DV made a good point regarding fast food DV remember from P&Z the previous plan for this property that did call for a lot of retail - topography did prove to be challenging - with the need for assisted living and independent living afacilities for adults, this is a good way to address these issues -- like that assisted and independent living are grouped together -- Cedar Hill also has this concept -- like the idea of using this property to bring density to address this age group -- would like to see more trees on the plan -- will lend itself to getting the type of retail out front that naturally goes with this type of population -- do like the idea of using this particular lot for this type of purpose BW as we do things - have to look at the piece of property and look at topography - really have to evaluate each piece -- CW concept is a good one for a number of reasons - population, interested to see the details to see the traffic issue and trees and how to fit this in the topography - see no reason to not embrace this concept
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1157-08 and Ordinance #, an amendment to Planned Development-97 to change the designated use of 21.6 acres from retail use to Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities, with the following stipulations: 1. Reduce the ninety (90) foot wide landscape buffer along Westmoreland Road, which is within Pad 8, down to fifty (50) feet. 2. Remove the proposed six (6) foot high masonry wall and replace it with a 50 wide landscape buffer. 3. Establish the parking for Independent Senior Living facility at 1.5 spaces per unit. In addition, establish the parking requirement for office use to be one (1) parking space per 200 feet, rather than 1 parking space per 300 square feet. 4. The maximum height allowed in General Retail zoning is two (2) stories, the applicant has asked this be increased to four (4) stories (fifty-five feet) for the Independent Senior Living facility and Assisted Living facility. 5. Reduce the parks fee to $326 per unit or room, rather than $500 per unit, if the trail shown on the Site Plan is built as shown. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1157-08, an amendment to Planned Development-97 to change the designated use of 21.6 acres from retail use to Independent Senior Living and Assisted Living Facilities, with the following stipulations: 1. Reduce the ninety (90) foot wide landscape buffer along Westmoreland Road, which is within Pad 8, down to fifty (50) feet. 2. Remove the proposed six (6) foot high masonry wall and replace it with a 50 wide landscape buffer. 3. Establish the parking for Independent Senior Living facility at 1.5 spaces per unit. In addition, establish the parking requirement for office use to be one (1) parking space per 200 feet, rather than 1 parking space per 300 square feet. 4. The maximum height allowed in General Retail zoning is two (2) stories, the applicant has asked this be increased to four (4) stories (fifty-five feet) for the Independent Senior Living facility and Assisted Living facility. 5. Reduce the parks fee to $326 per unit or room, rather than $500 per unit, if the trail shown on the Site Plan is built as shown. (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1168-09, a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road; Applicant: Linda Reese; Owner: United Methodist Church of the Disciple; and adopting Ordinance.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
PL there is currently no school at this location - have residents been notified - regarding residents who are not able to live within a certain distance Linda Reese, 220 S. Cockrell Hill, DeSoto K-1 the first year and then add an additional year each year after up to 3rd grade. BW do you plan to use the grassy area behind the church for a playground. Linda - if you have kindergarden, no fence is necessary CW at the 3rd grade level, is that the cap - once reach 3rd grade PL do you have the school in place Linda -
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
CS Dr; Lee has a good reputation in this area and anticipate that this will be a first rate
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1168-09 and Ordinance #, a SUP to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation: 1. Prior to having more than fifty (50) students enrolled, the operator of the Private School must submit a circulation plan to the City that provides for the location of the stacking spaces, and the points of ingress and egress for the Private School site. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1168-09, a SUP to allow a Private School at 220 S. Cockrell Hill Road with the following stipulation: 1. Prior to having more than fifty (50) students enrolled, the operator of the Private School must submit a circulation plan to the City that provides for the location of the stacking spaces, and the points of ingress and egress for the Private School site. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution Establishing an Identity Theft Program.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tonya Warren, Utility Billing Manager, who presented the staff report.
CW what would be a red flag TW if customer wants to change the name or billing address on the account - currently have things in place to try to identify identity theft -- if customer wants to change name on account, require copies of TDL from both parties CW doing thihgs now - what would we do above and beyond TW have seen credit card fraud and are notified by the credit card company and provide them documentation for those cases - other red flag issues might include changing other information on the account like SSN ro something that may be sensitive data - dont' have formal plan, but have policy CS based on trend of more customers paying online, this is perhaps really needed for cyberspace TW get approximately 3,000 transactions each month through the online automated system - credit card fraud has generally been through that method - notify that customer through registered mail CS we also are incurred the loss of that and a charge back fee TW yes, but pass it along to that service holder CS chances of that -- have u been working with other BSW citiies on this initiative TW attending a forum this week CS would we be the first in the BSW to do this JOE - no lancaster and maybe duncanville
Motion to approve Resolution # establishing an Identity Theft Prevention Program. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Resolution # establishing an Identity Theft Prevention Program. (Approved)
2. Consider a Resolution to Authorize Publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 in the amount of $8,800,000, plus Issuance Costs, for the Cockrell Hill Road Improvements and Water and Sewer System Improvements.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
SR if worst fears are realized in terms - what impact will this have on the tax rate CB hard to tell what the taxable value in our city will be earlier were thinking that there would be 3% decline SR what range are you using now CB had town hall mtg appraisal district could be as much as 10% and 45% will be evaluated - start getting values in May SR just approving the intent to go forth - with more information JB won't see this again until the sale - are already committed to Dallas County to do this project SR concerned with the uncertainty of the future and try to weigh the County's participation - if pass this up, may not be able to see this project for a long time -- if revenues are far less -- this will take away from some service we are providing today -- JB are committed to Dallas County to do this -- dont' know what the financial situation will be and won't know until we receive those roles CS while the future is uncertain on this, if we renigged on our commitment, it would be certain that Dallas County would not support any future projects CW clarified that this was a two part project - widening to Parkerville and then extending drainage to southern city limits CS it's my understanding that it is cheaper to do the drainage at this time TJ when finished the design of the drainage system, want to JB need to decide before the sale the amount to sell
Motion to approve Resolution # providing for the publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 for the Cockrell Hill Road Widening and Water and Sewer System Improvements. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve Resolution # providing for the publication of Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2009 for the Cockrell Hill Road Widening and Water and Sewer System Improvements. (Approved)
3. Consider a Resolution Providing for Reimbursement of Expenditures from the Proceeds of Future Debt Obligations for Cockrell Hill Road Improvements.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
SR B logically follows A
Motion to approve Resolution # providing for reimbursement of expenditures for Cockrell Hill Road improvements from the proceeds of future debt obligations. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve Resolution # providing for reimbursement of expenditures for Cockrell Hill Road improvements from the proceeds of future debt obligations. (Approved)
4. Consider a Contract with Southwest General Services for Emergency Medical Patient Reporting, Fee Collection, and Software and Hardware Services through the City of DeSoto's Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Jerry Smith, Assistant Fire Chief, who presented the staff report.
CW sounds like what JB SR Rowlett had JB it's a process question - same deal
Motion to approve a contract with Southwest General Services for EMS reporting, EMS computer hardware, EMS I.T. support, billing, and collections at a total cost of 10% of our net ambulance collections by exercising our Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Vote to approve a contract with Southwest General Services for EMS reporting, EMS computer hardware, EMS I.T. support, billing, and collections at a total cost of 10% of our net ambulance collections by exercising our Interlocal Purchasing Agreement with the City of Rowlett. (Approved)
5. Consider a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the Construction Contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc. for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement Project from Hampton Road to Parks Drive.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, who presented the staff report.
TJ pipes are cast iron and very old -- good to CW what happens if we say no JB we hope you don't do that -- what will happen is we will be in violation of our contract administration policy that says we've come to you for an amount between the contingency and the state law amount -- CM has authorization to pay up to $50,000 CW had that explanation been a part of the presentation, would never have asked the question
Motion to approve a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the construction contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc., for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement/Relocation Project. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve a Change Order in the amount of $49,960 to the construction contract with ADB Utility Contractors, Inc., for the Belt Line Road Water Line Replacement/Relocation Project. (Approved)
6. Consider an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1 "General Provisions" by amending Article 1.900 "Park Regulations", Section 1.902 establishing Penalties for Reserved Facilities.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Renee Johnson-Williams, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented the staff report.
PL is there someone on site RJW no - will have park staff coming through to make sure it's clean, but there is no attendant DV penalty could be up to $500 PL have they called you first before th police RJW first time CW will there be documentation issued with the contract that will tell people what to do if there is an issue PL do any other cities have a person onsite RJW they don't have attendants DV are there signs saying they are reserved RJW yes
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance # amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 1 "General Provisions? by amending Article 1.900 ?Park Regulations? Section 1.902 establishing penalties for reserved facilities. Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Ordinance # amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 1 ?General Provisions? by amending Article 1.900 ?Park Regulations? Section 1.902 establishing penalties for reserved facilities. (Approved)
7. Consider a Resolution authorizing the Cancellation of the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council Meeting.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and provided the staff report.
BW comments - attendees to provide an update upon their return at a work session CW excited about the opportunity to go and consider it a privilege -- will be meeting with Eddie Bernice Johnson
Motion to approve Resolution # to cancel the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council meeting. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Resolution # to cancel the March 17, 2009, Regular City Council meeting. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Lynne Kornegay, 416 Newcastle, DeSoto, spoke on behalf of the DeSoto Public Library. James Dunn, 3635 Blue Ridge, Dallas, spoke regarding the DeSoto police department.
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
DV next production of ART - A Raisin in the Sun 3/20 - 4/12 Friday, Sat and Sun - matinee on sat & sun at 3, fri and sat at 8 DL Tri-City Animal Shelter will hold a microchipping clinic -- Monday, March 23 will hold a Health Expo in conjunction with Parkland Hospital System in the Bluebonnet Rooms CS announced Rep. Giddings is holding a foreclosure resource forum 3/14 at UNT Dallas from 9-12
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 10:13 p.m.
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