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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 5 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Introduce and Discuss the Master Plan for the Restoration of Historic Nance Farm.
Click Here to View A.3. Nance Farm Restoration
Mayor Waddle introduced Lora Stallings, Administrative Assistant to the City Manager, who provided background information on the DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation (DTHF).
Councilmember Respess arrived at 6:05 p.m.
Ms. Stallings introduced Ann Abernathy and Yi Yu, architects with Booziotis & Co. Architects, who presented a PowerPoint presentation relating the history of Nance Farm.
Councilmember Williams arrived at 6:12 p.m.
Ms. Abernathy reviewed the four phases of the Master Plan and the associated costs.
Councilmember Respess stated the City's intent for the property being: preserve the property, utlize the property for public use, and restore the property to a time of historical significance.
Ms. Stallings explained that after the purchase of the property and cost of Master Plan, available funds remaining are approximately $750,000.
Council discussion regarding what can be done now with the available funds and work on obtaining additional funds. Mayor Pro Tem Sherman clarified that the costs outlined in the Master Plan do not include engineering and design costs.
Ms. Abernathy also stated that before any work could be started, the property would need to go through the proper permitting and zoning process.
Mayor Waddle recessed the meeting at 6:57 p.m. Upon conclusion of the Regular Session, Council will return and conclude their discussion.
Mayor Waddle reconvened the Work Session at 9:15 p.m.
Councilmembers inquired as to what projects could be done within the current financial constraints.
Ms. Stallings provided the following initial cost saving suggestions that Ms. Abernathy had provided to the DTHF board members, but are not official recommendations:
Defer interior restoration, fireplace demolition, roof restoration, and siding on the home – a savings of $100,000
Defer electrical re-wiring, panel upgrades in main house (but retain wiring costs for accessory building), and wastewater lateral replacement – a savings of $55,000
Defer regrading the south berm, demolition of walkways, clearing the creek, and most of the landscaping – a savings of $150,000.
Further Council discussion regarding possible funding sources.
It was the consensus of Council to proceed within the $750,000 cost limitation, while maintaining the property's historical significance.
4. Discussion of the Cockrell Hill Road Widening Project from Parkerville Road to the south City Limit line.
This item was addressed after the Regular Session.
Tom Johnson, reviewed the Cockrell Hill Widening Project and the partnership with Dallas County.
Councilmember Williams clarified that the County's participation goes to Parkerville Road and the remainder of the City's funds are for the drainage and asphalt repair to the southern City limits.
Councilmember Respess asked "why fool with drainage on an undeveloped road?" and further stated this project may benefit landowners, but may affect City services and budget.
Councilmember Valentine stated she didn't feel $700,000 was worth it in this economy.
Mayor Waddle stated if it is not done now and have to come back later to do the work, it will be at a much larger price tag.
Councilmember Respess asked how often the water rises on the properties in question.
Mayor Waddle commented that he has seen it two times a year.
Councilmember Respess inquired whether the funds should be allocated at this time since, in his opinion, this project has future value, but not immediate value to the majority of the population.
Mr. Baugh stated the maximum tax rate impact would be 1.8 cents in the year 2013
Councilmember Respess expressed his concern because debt obligations are fixed, whereas services can be scaled back. He further stated that if the project were done now, they would be making decisions regarding services later.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with the sale of $5 million to complete the project with the additional drainage to the southern City limits.
5. Discussion of Federal Stimulus Package and the Impact on Local Government Services.
Mr. Baugh stated there are three categories for the stimulus money: 1) "stuff"; 2) "stuff" that the City can use and would if we had the money; and 3) items we would have added at current value, but then have to pay for it.
Councilmember Valentine asked from where the suggested four additional police officers came.
Mr. Baugh stated the information came from a study done through the University of North Texas.
Mr. Baugh explained the Police Department is looking into applying for money to obtain three officers for three years, which would have to be kept on staff for at least an additional year afterward.
Councilmember Valentine stated that one of the sessions at the National League of Cities Congressional Cities Conference mentioned to not take the money for the three years and then not fulfill the rest of the obligation.
Mr. Baugh stated the Fire Department went through a similar process a few years ago, but budgeted incrementally over the years in order to keep the personnel.
Councilmember Williams stated there are funds available for technology if we needed computers.
Mr. Baugh reminded Council the City has an equipment replacement fund to handle computer purchases.
Mr. Baugh stated one of the requirements for the stimulus money regarding the police officers was for the department to be fully staffed. Due to budget and civil service, Council would need to pass an Ordinance authorizing the additional officers.
Councilmember Respess stated that with the depressed economy, there is a potential for increased crime rate and the need for officers may increase. He further stated they needed to make the decisions they can for the best in the long run.
Mr. Baugh stated another issue of interest was solar panels and the possibility of stimulus money for energy efficiency.
Councilmember Valentine suggested reviewing current Ordinances to see if the City wants to allow solar panels on homes.
Councilmember Ledbetter inquired if there might be stimulus money available for youth programs.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council to pursue the money for three police officers.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 11:14 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Jerry Raines, Hampton Road Baptist Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Patricia Ledbetter.
3. Ambassador: Cliff Johnson, Utility Billing.
Clifford has been employed with the City of DeSoto Water Department as a Meter Replacement Technician for 2 years.
Prior to his arrival here, he worked for the City of
Dallas
.
Clifford has been in this line of work since age 19.
Clifford is married to his wife Tammy and they have 4 children; 2 girls and 2 boys.
He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and occasionally plays basketball.
Little Known Fact:
Clifford received a kidney transplant in July, 2004.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Earth Month in the City of DeSoto.
Mayor Waddle presented the Proclamation to Tracie Hlavinka, Community Initiatives Manager and DeSoto resident Marilyn Miles. Ms. Hlavinka announced the various activities taking place in the City throughout the month of April.
2. Presentation of the 2008 Racial Profiling Report by the University of North Texas.
Click Here to View C.2. 2008 Racial Profiling Report
Dr. Eric Fritsch presented the Racial Profiling Report.
Lengthy Council discussion regarding the inadequate nature of the study due to lack of data. Councilmembers stated their concern for seemingly disproportionate stops of African -Americans. City Manager Baugh stated the statistical issues are at the legislative level.
CW - stop data referred to what time frame
EF - calendar year 2008
CW - what happens when search is refused and what percent are not consent
EF -
CW - incidents that show the power of the officer to arrest -------- no consent to search, --- people being arrested for minor kind of things; if don’t have data that describes what happens in a non-consent search, how can you ascribe a condition if you don’t have the data
EF - can’t make a statement as to the end result if consent not granted, because don’t have the data --- of the difference, some were arrests and some were towing inventories
DV - question of race in terms of number of stops seems to be higher proportion of African-American stops; seems like a big gap
EF - false comparison because driving population break down is not available
DV - in comparison to other PD in the area how does it compare?
EF - we do other cities in the area and they are comparable
CW - driving population is calculated ho0w
EF - don’t have a measure of driving population --
CW - city of desoto policy regarding racial profiling exceeds state law in terms of data collected--data collected does not say yes or no due to missing information
EF - in order to obtain this information, you could do traffic counts
CS - biased based profiling gives us this data; consistency concerns me-- what do we do if we have concerns or questions -- how do we dig deeper to find the reason for the inconsistencies--sometimes may be an overzealous officer who impacts the numbers
EF - have turnover in the patrol division
CS - how do we go further into investigating -- maybe reviewing the past five years to show an indication of trend
EF - have such rapid population change
CS - if African American, more likely to be searched and more likely to be pulled over -- what are the measures
EF- arrests based upon warrants
CW - if a large majority of any group that is stopped is likely to have a sizable if not a majority of arrestable warrants
EF -
CW - racial profiling is to identify if a police officer of a race is not biased to another race
EF - racial profiling at the state level is looking at organizational profiling --
CW - if state law wasn’t what it was, and looking at racial profiling, you know the ethnicity of the driver and the officer, have the ability to track that incident from beginning to end, can then make some
JB - we have met with Senator WEst that the way the law is currently written, it generates data that is frustrating to everyone. several other cities participated ina study in order to have that changed at the state level. we are extremely conscious of racial profiling and review that information internally and have strict regulations in terms of following that information and----
DV - know that the census numbers are about to be updated -- know can throw out city population numbers
JB - have expressed
CS - when looking at the numbers it is frustrating and there is nothing that can be done -- disproportionate number have been stopped and then those have a high number of arrests -- want to see what we can do to insure that these numbers are right because everyone enforced right
SR - this report is frustrating almost by design; statistical methodology is murky at best and data is incomplete at best -- that is not to say that the conclusions are incorrect -- report itself raises more questions than answers
EF -
SR - state up front that the data is incomplete and can’t rely on the information we have --
CS - when you look at this report, there is not a great disparity between races, why is there such a great disparity in the races
EF - SB1091
BW - remember when we first started this study, numbers didn’t tell us a thing -- needs to be changed at the legislative level
Daniel Grate, 604 Mirkes, DeSoto; spoke on the issue of a traffic stop.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 03-03-09
Click Here to View D.1.a. 2009-03-03 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - 03-19-09
Click Here to View D.1.b. 2009-03-19 City Council Special Meeting Minutes
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 - N/A
e. Library Board - 12-04-08, 01-08-09
Click Here to View D.2.e. 2008-12-04 Library Board Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View D.2.e. 2009-01-08 Library Board Meeting Minutes
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - 12-17-08, 01-13-09
Click Here to View D.2.g. 2008-12-17 Planning and Zoning Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View D.2.g. 2009-01-13 Planning and Zoning Meeting Minutes
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - N/A
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 02-26-09
Click Here to View D.2.k. 2009-02-26 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
Ms. Hallmark listed the items for Council's consideration on the Consent Agenda.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Professional Services Contract with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Crystal Owens, City Engineer, who presented the staff report.
Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services explained the replacement is for clay pipe that is approximately 40 years old and replacing approximately 100 manhole covers. Ms. Owens clarified this contract is for engineering and plan development only.
SR - this area is basically new development -- what is the age of the infrastructure
CO - varies from very very old to new
TJ - the replacement is for clay pipe that is around 40 years old
CO - there are approximately 100 manholes
TJ - other component is capacity --
DV - this is just the engineering and plan development
CO yes
Motion to approve the execution of an agreement with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve the execution of an agreement with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project. (Approved)
2. Consider Award of Contract to Polaris Library System for the Purchase of an Integrated Library System.
Click Here to view F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Lucile Dade, Managing Director of Library Services, who presented the staff report.
DV - is it unusual that only one company responded to the bid LD - already purchased servers and other companies wanted to use their own DV - when using funds out of the book and software budget; felt it would be worth it to give up a little inorder to protect what we would have been getting int the future -- will not deplete the entire book budget JB - materials budget is $110,000, which is only $10,000 -- making that one time use of a little bit of that budget made sense to bring to you CW - is this system in use in any other libraries that you are aware of LD - Dallas and others -- have talked in length with other libraries and discussed any issues they may have had - this system has received favorable reviews from their customers CS - ecommerce include over the counter? LD - no would be limited to express check out and online - would someday include over the counter DL - please describe the security gates LD - if you forget to check out an item alarm goes off SR - this system could grow to a larger library than we have now -- is it also capable of managing remote locations LD - yes SR - did you consider partnering with another location that has this installed LD - talked with plano, but already partnering with allen and experienced networking issues SR - possibility of partnering with other or smaller cities
Motion to approve a contract with Polaris Library Systems in the amount of $120,929 for the purchase of an Integrated Library System and 2 Security Gates. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve a contract with Polaris Library Systems in the amount of $120,929 for the purchase of an Integrated Library System and 2 Security Gates. (Approved)
3. Consider a Construction Contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the Fuel Canopy at the Service Center.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, who presented the staff report.
PL - contingency is 10% - is that normal TJ - this project is unique from other projects that we do -- troubles me that we don't have plans from the previous installation -- that money is there in case DV - 42000 on the insurance did include the poles TJ - 42000 is what TML thought it would cost - once project is done, we send the final bill and they will reconsider SR - what is the consequence of not doing anything TJ - would have to endure a year of staff asking when the cover is coming back -- extends the life of the pumps and does protect them -- does support a lighting system, which provides security BW - hard to believe it has been a year -- is that the only damage at the svc ctr TJ - yes
Motion to approve a construction contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the new Fuel Canopy at the Service Center. Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve a construction contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the new Fuel Canopy at the Service Center. (Approved)
4. Consider Confirmation of City Council Appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee.
Click Here to View F.4. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and the Councilmembers made the following appointments:
PL - Bob Adams, Adams Pharmacy DV - Chris Anthony, Design Plus; Deitra Green DL - Ray Razo, EcCare SR - James Terrel, Terrel Service Station
Motion to confirm appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to confirm appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee. (Approved)
5. Consider acceptance of the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and a Resolution to Declare Unopposed Candidates for Councilmember Place 6 and Councilmember Place 7 elected to office and to cancel the election called for May 9, 2009 and to withdraw from the Election Services Contract with Dallas County Elections Department.
Click Here to View F.5. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and provided the staff report.
Motion to accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and approve Resolution 09-09 and Order of Cancellation for the May 9, 2009 General Election and declare candidates Carl Sherman, City Councilmember for Place 6 and Carl Williams City Councilmember for Place 7 elected for three (3) year terms. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and approve Resolution 09-09 and Order of Cancellation for the May 9, 2009 General Election and declare candidates Carl Sherman, City Councilmember for Place 6 and Carl Williams City Councilmember for Place 7 elected for three (3) year terms. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Van Stripling, DeSoto; spoke regarding school zones and use of cell phones without a hands-free device.
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
DV - A Raisin In The Sun – Corner Theatre. -- last weekend BW - American Veterans Traveling Tribute & Vietnam Memorial Wall Replica. DL - Tri-City Animal Shelter Micro Chip Clinic. DL - Summation of Parkland Hospital Health Expo.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 8:55 p.m. After a short break, Councilmembers will reconvene in the City Council Conference Room to discuss Work Session items 4 and 5.
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 5 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Introduce and Discuss the Master Plan for the Restoration of Historic Nance Farm.
Click Here to View A.3. Nance Farm Restoration
Mayor Waddle introduced Lora Stallings, Administrative Assistant to the City Manager, who provided background information on the DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation (DTHF).
Councilmember Respess arrived at 6:05 p.m.
Ms. Stallings introduced Ann Abernathy and Yi Yu, architects with Booziotis & Co. Architects, who presented a PowerPoint presentation relating the history of Nance Farm.
Councilmember Williams arrived at 6:12 p.m.
Ms. Abernathy reviewed the four phases of the Master Plan and the associated costs.
Councilmember Respess stated the City's intent for the property being: preserve the property, utlize the property for public use, and restore the property to a time of historical significance.
Ms. Stallings explained that after the purchase of the property and cost of Master Plan, available funds remaining are approximately $750,000.
Council discussion regarding what can be done now with the available funds and work on obtaining additional funds. Mayor Pro Tem Sherman clarified that the costs outlined in the Master Plan do not include engineering and design costs.
Ms. Abernathy also stated that before any work could be started, the property would need to go through the proper permitting and zoning process.
Mayor Waddle recessed the meeting at 6:57 p.m. Upon conclusion of the Regular Session, Council will return and conclude their discussion.
Mayor Waddle reconvened the Work Session at 9:15 p.m.
Councilmembers inquired as to what projects could be done within the current financial constraints.
Ms. Stallings provided the following initial cost saving suggestions that Ms. Abernathy had provided to the DTHF board members, but are not official recommendations:
Defer interior restoration, fireplace demolition, roof restoration, and siding on the home – a savings of $100,000
Defer electrical re-wiring, panel upgrades in main house (but retain wiring costs for accessory building), and wastewater lateral replacement – a savings of $55,000
Defer regrading the south berm, demolition of walkways, clearing the creek, and most of the landscaping – a savings of $150,000.
Further Council discussion regarding possible funding sources.
It was the consensus of Council to proceed within the $750,000 cost limitation, while maintaining the property's historical significance.
4. Discussion of the Cockrell Hill Road Widening Project from Parkerville Road to the south City Limit line.
This item was addressed after the Regular Session.
Tom Johnson, reviewed the Cockrell Hill Widening Project and the partnership with Dallas County.
Councilmember Williams clarified that the County's participation goes to Parkerville Road and the remainder of the City's funds are for the drainage and asphalt repair to the southern City limits.
Councilmember Respess asked "why fool with drainage on an undeveloped road?" and further stated this project may benefit landowners, but may affect City services and budget.
Councilmember Valentine stated she didn't feel $700,000 was worth it in this economy.
Mayor Waddle stated if it is not done now and have to come back later to do the work, it will be at a much larger price tag.
Councilmember Respess asked how often the water rises on the properties in question.
Mayor Waddle commented that he has seen it two times a year.
Councilmember Respess inquired whether the funds should be allocated at this time since, in his opinion, this project has future value, but not immediate value to the majority of the population.
Mr. Baugh stated the maximum tax rate impact would be 1.8 cents in the year 2013
Councilmember Respess expressed his concern because debt obligations are fixed, whereas services can be scaled back. He further stated that if the project were done now, they would be making decisions regarding services later.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with the sale of $5 million to complete the project with the additional drainage to the southern City limits.
5. Discussion of Federal Stimulus Package and the Impact on Local Government Services.
Mr. Baugh stated there are three categories for the stimulus money: 1) "stuff"; 2) "stuff" that the City can use and would if we had the money; and 3) items we would have added at current value, but then have to pay for it.
Councilmember Valentine asked from where the suggested four additional police officers came.
Mr. Baugh stated the information came from a study done through the University of North Texas.
Mr. Baugh explained the Police Department is looking into applying for money to obtain three officers for three years, which would have to be kept on staff for at least an additional year afterward.
Councilmember Valentine stated that one of the sessions at the National League of Cities Congressional Cities Conference mentioned to not take the money for the three years and then not fulfill the rest of the obligation.
Mr. Baugh stated the Fire Department went through a similar process a few years ago, but budgeted incrementally over the years in order to keep the personnel.
Councilmember Williams stated there are funds available for technology if we needed computers.
Mr. Baugh reminded Council the City has an equipment replacement fund to handle computer purchases.
Mr. Baugh stated one of the requirements for the stimulus money regarding the police officers was for the department to be fully staffed. Due to budget and civil service, Council would need to pass an Ordinance authorizing the additional officers.
Councilmember Respess stated that with the depressed economy, there is a potential for increased crime rate and the need for officers may increase. He further stated they needed to make the decisions they can for the best in the long run.
Mr. Baugh stated another issue of interest was solar panels and the possibility of stimulus money for energy efficiency.
Councilmember Valentine suggested reviewing current Ordinances to see if the City wants to allow solar panels on homes.
Councilmember Ledbetter inquired if there might be stimulus money available for youth programs.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council to pursue the money for three police officers.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 11:14 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Waddle called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Jerry Raines, Hampton Road Baptist Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Patricia Ledbetter.
3. Ambassador: Cliff Johnson, Utility Billing.
Clifford has been employed with the City of DeSoto Water Department as a Meter Replacement Technician for 2 years.
Prior to his arrival here, he worked for the City of
Dallas
.
Clifford has been in this line of work since age 19.
Clifford is married to his wife Tammy and they have 4 children; 2 girls and 2 boys.
He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and occasionally plays basketball.
Little Known Fact:
Clifford received a kidney transplant in July, 2004.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Earth Month in the City of DeSoto.
Mayor Waddle presented the Proclamation to Tracie Hlavinka, Community Initiatives Manager and DeSoto resident Marilyn Miles. Ms. Hlavinka announced the various activities taking place in the City throughout the month of April.
2. Presentation of the 2008 Racial Profiling Report by the University of North Texas.
Click Here to View C.2. 2008 Racial Profiling Report
Dr. Eric Fritsch presented the Racial Profiling Report.
Lengthy Council discussion regarding the inadequate nature of the study due to lack of data. Councilmembers stated their concern for seemingly disproportionate stops of African -Americans. City Manager Baugh stated the statistical issues are at the legislative level.
CW - stop data referred to what time frame
EF - calendar year 2008
CW - what happens when search is refused and what percent are not consent
EF -
CW - incidents that show the power of the officer to arrest -------- no consent to search, --- people being arrested for minor kind of things; if don’t have data that describes what happens in a non-consent search, how can you ascribe a condition if you don’t have the data
EF - can’t make a statement as to the end result if consent not granted, because don’t have the data --- of the difference, some were arrests and some were towing inventories
DV - question of race in terms of number of stops seems to be higher proportion of African-American stops; seems like a big gap
EF - false comparison because driving population break down is not available
DV - in comparison to other PD in the area how does it compare?
EF - we do other cities in the area and they are comparable
CW - driving population is calculated ho0w
EF - don’t have a measure of driving population --
CW - city of desoto policy regarding racial profiling exceeds state law in terms of data collected--data collected does not say yes or no due to missing information
EF - in order to obtain this information, you could do traffic counts
CS - biased based profiling gives us this data; consistency concerns me-- what do we do if we have concerns or questions -- how do we dig deeper to find the reason for the inconsistencies--sometimes may be an overzealous officer who impacts the numbers
EF - have turnover in the patrol division
CS - how do we go further into investigating -- maybe reviewing the past five years to show an indication of trend
EF - have such rapid population change
CS - if African American, more likely to be searched and more likely to be pulled over -- what are the measures
EF- arrests based upon warrants
CW - if a large majority of any group that is stopped is likely to have a sizable if not a majority of arrestable warrants
EF -
CW - racial profiling is to identify if a police officer of a race is not biased to another race
EF - racial profiling at the state level is looking at organizational profiling --
CW - if state law wasn’t what it was, and looking at racial profiling, you know the ethnicity of the driver and the officer, have the ability to track that incident from beginning to end, can then make some
JB - we have met with Senator WEst that the way the law is currently written, it generates data that is frustrating to everyone. several other cities participated ina study in order to have that changed at the state level. we are extremely conscious of racial profiling and review that information internally and have strict regulations in terms of following that information and----
DV - know that the census numbers are about to be updated -- know can throw out city population numbers
JB - have expressed
CS - when looking at the numbers it is frustrating and there is nothing that can be done -- disproportionate number have been stopped and then those have a high number of arrests -- want to see what we can do to insure that these numbers are right because everyone enforced right
SR - this report is frustrating almost by design; statistical methodology is murky at best and data is incomplete at best -- that is not to say that the conclusions are incorrect -- report itself raises more questions than answers
EF -
SR - state up front that the data is incomplete and can’t rely on the information we have --
CS - when you look at this report, there is not a great disparity between races, why is there such a great disparity in the races
EF - SB1091
BW - remember when we first started this study, numbers didn’t tell us a thing -- needs to be changed at the legislative level
Daniel Grate, 604 Mirkes, DeSoto; spoke on the issue of a traffic stop.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 03-03-09
Click Here to View D.1.a. 2009-03-03 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - 03-19-09
Click Here to View D.1.b. 2009-03-19 City Council Special Meeting Minutes
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 - N/A
e. Library Board - 12-04-08, 01-08-09
Click Here to View D.2.e. 2008-12-04 Library Board Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View D.2.e. 2009-01-08 Library Board Meeting Minutes
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - 12-17-08, 01-13-09
Click Here to View D.2.g. 2008-12-17 Planning and Zoning Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View D.2.g. 2009-01-13 Planning and Zoning Meeting Minutes
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - N/A
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 02-26-09
Click Here to View D.2.k. 2009-02-26 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
Ms. Hallmark listed the items for Council's consideration on the Consent Agenda.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Professional Services Contract with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Crystal Owens, City Engineer, who presented the staff report.
Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services explained the replacement is for clay pipe that is approximately 40 years old and replacing approximately 100 manhole covers. Ms. Owens clarified this contract is for engineering and plan development only.
SR - this area is basically new development -- what is the age of the infrastructure
CO - varies from very very old to new
TJ - the replacement is for clay pipe that is around 40 years old
CO - there are approximately 100 manholes
TJ - other component is capacity --
DV - this is just the engineering and plan development
CO yes
Motion to approve the execution of an agreement with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Williams.
Vote to approve the execution of an agreement with Grantham and Associates in the amount of $86,480 for the Heath Creek Basin Wastewater Project. (Approved)
2. Consider Award of Contract to Polaris Library System for the Purchase of an Integrated Library System.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Lucile Dade, Managing Director of Library Services, who presented the staff report.
DV - is it unusual that only one company responded to the bid LD - already purchased servers and other companies wanted to use their own DV - when using funds out of the book and software budget; felt it would be worth it to give up a little inorder to protect what we would have been getting int the future -- will not deplete the entire book budget JB - materials budget is $110,000, which is only $10,000 -- making that one time use of a little bit of that budget made sense to bring to you CW - is this system in use in any other libraries that you are aware of LD - Dallas and others -- have talked in length with other libraries and discussed any issues they may have had - this system has received favorable reviews from their customers CS - ecommerce include over the counter? LD - no would be limited to express check out and online - would someday include over the counter DL - please describe the security gates LD - if you forget to check out an item alarm goes off SR - this system could grow to a larger library than we have now -- is it also capable of managing remote locations LD - yes SR - did you consider partnering with another location that has this installed LD - talked with plano, but already partnering with allen and experienced networking issues SR - possibility of partnering with other or smaller cities
Motion to approve a contract with Polaris Library Systems in the amount of $120,929 for the purchase of an Integrated Library System and 2 Security Gates. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve a contract with Polaris Library Systems in the amount of $120,929 for the purchase of an Integrated Library System and 2 Security Gates. (Approved)
3. Consider a Construction Contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the Fuel Canopy at the Service Center.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, who presented the staff report.
PL - contingency is 10% - is that normal TJ - this project is unique from other projects that we do -- troubles me that we don't have plans from the previous installation -- that money is there in case DV - 42000 on the insurance did include the poles TJ - 42000 is what TML thought it would cost - once project is done, we send the final bill and they will reconsider SR - what is the consequence of not doing anything TJ - would have to endure a year of staff asking when the cover is coming back -- extends the life of the pumps and does protect them -- does support a lighting system, which provides security BW - hard to believe it has been a year -- is that the only damage at the svc ctr TJ - yes
Motion to approve a construction contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the new Fuel Canopy at the Service Center. Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve a construction contract with Covenant Design & Construction in the amount of $59,990 for the new Fuel Canopy at the Service Center. (Approved)
4. Consider Confirmation of City Council Appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and the Councilmembers made the following appointments:
PL - Bob Adams, Adams Pharmacy DV - Chris Anthony, Design Plus; Deitra Green DL - Ray Razo, EcCare SR - James Terrel, Terrel Service Station
Motion to confirm appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to confirm appointments to the Hampton Road Corridor Redevelopment Advisory Committee. (Approved)
5. Consider acceptance of the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and a Resolution to Declare Unopposed Candidates for Councilmember Place 6 and Councilmember Place 7 elected to office and to cancel the election called for May 9, 2009 and to withdraw from the Election Services Contract with Dallas County Elections Department.
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Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and provided the staff report.
Motion to accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and approve Resolution 09-09 and Order of Cancellation for the May 9, 2009 General Election and declare candidates Carl Sherman, City Councilmember for Place 6 and Carl Williams City Councilmember for Place 7 elected for three (3) year terms. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates and approve Resolution 09-09 and Order of Cancellation for the May 9, 2009 General Election and declare candidates Carl Sherman, City Councilmember for Place 6 and Carl Williams City Councilmember for Place 7 elected for three (3) year terms. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Van Stripling, DeSoto; spoke regarding school zones and use of cell phones without a hands-free device.
I. ANNOUNCEMENTS
DV - A Raisin In The Sun – Corner Theatre. -- last weekend BW - American Veterans Traveling Tribute & Vietnam Memorial Wall Replica. DL - Tri-City Animal Shelter Micro Chip Clinic. DL - Summation of Parkland Hospital Health Expo.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 8:55 p.m. After a short break, Councilmembers will reconvene in the City Council Conference Room to discuss Work Session items 4 and 5.
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