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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the Work Session to order at p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
City Manager, Jim Baugh, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Loitering Ordinance.
Tarron Richardson, Assistant City Manager, and Joe Gorfida, City Attorney, led the review of the City's loitering Ordinance.
4. Discussion of Tax Office Options.
Click Here to View Tax Office Options Discussion
Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, presented the information regarding these options.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to not make a change at this time. This issue may be addressed at a later time pending the School Board's decision.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the Work Session at 7:05 p.m.
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 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Annette Meehan, First Christian Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Deshaundra Lockhart.
3. Ambassador:
Gary Blaser
, Bryan Parker Fire Department.
Bryan Parker is a firefighter/paramedic who hails from Maypearl. He has been with the City of DeSoto for 11 years. He is also a Certified Peace Officer and Arson Investigator.
His hobbies are hunting and fishing.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of awards for Fire Prevention Poster Contest.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Fire Marshal Michael Laws, who presented the awards along with Cammy Jackson, Desoto Chamber of commerce President. Mayor Waddle presented the winners with an All-America City pin.
2. Presentation of the October 2009 Financial Reports.
Click Here to View October 2009 Financial Reports
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Assistant Director of Finance, who presented the report.
Council discussion regarding making and revising projections.
(Editor's Note: SR - revisit the projection - is the projection what you think you are going to do within that month in terms of the whole budget -- will probably fall in line next month
EA - yes, because we’ll see some of those revenues )
3. Presentation of the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) 2009 Annual Report.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Curtistene McCowan, President of the DEDC Board of Directors, who presented the report. Norma Nichols, Executive Director of DEDC presented contact information and the budget portion of the report.
Council discussion regarding the persistence of the DEDC board and staff, speculative building, incentive agreements, and the partnership between the DEDC, City, and the Chamber of Commerce.
(Editor's Note: SR owe you thanks and debt of gratitude for all the hard work of the board and staff for the hard work that has been done over the last couple of years -- commercial property that has come in
DV - # of inquiries - would you consider this year at risk or paltry
NN mediocre
DV what would you expect in a good year
NN I would anticipate a 40-50% increase in a good year -- won’t see any spec building in industrial for two years
CS - agree with SR’s comments and weathering the storm -- agree that retail looks very promising -- explain the gap financing for Wildwood
NN when infrastructure is complete, they will receive their funding
CS is it difficult to get the loan based on just their business
NN the bank requested to see a copy of our incentive before agreeing to the 1.3 mil loan to the property owner
CM - thanks to the Council and inviting the DEDC to be part of a FODT program to "Support Your Local Businesses".
BW thanks for a job well done and it’s great to see where it is today to see how DEDC/city/chamber all work together )
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 11-03-09
Click Here to View 2009-11-03 City Council Meeting Minutes
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 - N/A
e. Library Board - N/A
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - N/A
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - 08-27-09, 10-26-09
Click Here to View 2009-08-27 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2009-10-26 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for Council's consideration.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E.PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a Specific Use Permit (SUP), to allow Check Cashing Service and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A; Applicant: Fastbucks; Owner: Hampton/Wintergreen Joint Venture, and Adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
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 Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Stephen Solomon, 7407 Hour Glass Circle, Dallas; General Counsel for Fast Bucks presented a PowerPoint presentation in support of this case.
Ebony Christian, Dallas; manager of the Fast Bucks Dallas location, relayed a story of her personal experience.
Council discussion regarding current tenant, applicant's decision to locate in DeSoto, financial education of customers, profile of customers, repayment terms and default rate.
Van Stripling, 801 Sabona Drive, DeSoto; spoke in opposition of this item.
(Editor's Note: CW prior tenant in this space that was same use has vacated
SR application went before p&z with staff approval -- what was the basis for the objection?
EV 2 that were opposed was that there was already one there and didn’t need to be another one at that location
DV any information as to whether the space is vacant or the status of the current tenant
SS fast bucks signed a lease in June, tenant that is currently there is a holdover and will be put out by the landlord
DV why in your expansion did you choose DeSoto?
SS landowner is a personal friend of the CEO and was tired of the current tenant
DV there are several of these businesses in this market -- did you look at any other locations
SR commend you for your efforts in financial education to youth and adults -- selection of this location -- what is make up of this business -- how much is fast/payday loans, check cashing, etc. type of person who comes in and why
SS 110,000 current customers; typically young customers, educated
SR do you check credit worthiness
SS loan a percentage of their next monthly income
CW what happens in two weeks when I don’t have the $250 to repay
SS work out a payment plan such as 90-120 day repayment plan
PL what is the percentage of customers who default
SS 16% of revenue is lost due to uncollected funds--late payment is much higher
oversaturation situation )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to deny Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a SUP to allow a Check Cashing and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Further Council discussion regarding check cashing businesses.
(Editor's Note: SR we are saying we don’t want this type of business in our community for whatever reasons - good or bad -- existing business staying in place or have a vacant space
DV - have seen enough check cashing places and would rather see a vacant space
CS - desire of this community to say enough is enough )
Vote to deny Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a SUP to allow a Check Cashing and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider recommendations submitted by the DeSoto Arts Commission for funding of Arts Grants and marketing initiatives in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Kathy Jones, Public Information Officer, who presented the staff report. Phyllis Jeff, Chair of the Arts Commission presented additional information.
Mayor Pro Tem Carl Sherman left the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
Council discussion regarding allocation of funds, tourist information, resident theater group, marketing, and children's programs.
(Editor's Note: CW $20,000 does any of that money result in a financial benefit directly or indirectly to the city
Phyllis Jeff, President of the Arts Commission,
DV these are hotel/motel dollars, which are meant to bring in tourists
SR this is the kindling that will start the fire
CW how many of the 2200 people spent one night in one of our hotels? going forward, we may want to look at a different allocation of funds to other organizations -- $20,000 cash dollars to an organization that has no roots in the city of DeSoto
DV we should look at this every year and we are -- there was a very spirited discussion among the members whether this particular company should be the resident theater company -- giving four performances
KJ have representatives from the applicants speak to the commission
PL like the AART and liked the other group also -- what was absent with the previous company was attendance
does the marketing include any hotel packages -- how are school children and the schools
)
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
Motion to approve DeSoto Arts Commission for funding the following Arts Grants in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010: African American Repertory Theater 2010 Season $20,000; Third Coast Arts Center Jazz Concert $2,225; DeSoto Art League - Spring Art Show $2,000; International Museum of Cultures Traveling Exhibits $1,000; Dallas Storytelling Guild Winter Jam Storytelling Event $500; Marketing Initiatives $3,275; Total $30,000.
Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve DeSoto Arts Commission for funding the following Arts Grants in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010: African American Repertory Theater 2010 Season $20,000; Third Coast Arts Center – Jazz Concert $2,225; DeSoto Art League - Spring Art Show $2,000; International Museum of Cultures Traveling Exhibits $1,000; Dallas Storytelling Guild – Winter Jam Storytelling Event $500; Marketing Initiatives $3,275; Total $30,000. (Approved)
2. Consider a Consulting Agreement with Catalyst Development, in the amount of $72,000 and amend the FY 2010 Budget for locations on Hampton Road.
Click to Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Jim Baugh, City Manager, who presented the staff report.
After discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with three locations.
(Editor's Note: BW if did all three for $72,000 --
JB some of it may become dated
SR may be a necessary thing to do and not only a good thing to do
Council discussion regarding two or three projects.
CW interested in the pricing )
Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Catalyst Development for locations on Hampton Road in the amount of $72,000 and include this additional appropriation when the FY 2010 budget is amended later in the fiscal year. Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Catalyst Development for locations on Hampton Road in the amount of $72,000 and include this additional appropriation when the FY 2010 budget is amended later in the fiscal year. (Approved) DocumentItemID: 543c130a-744f-4e7e-97ef-96bd3981bf69
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Valentine announced the Dallas Storytelling Guild's Winter Jam, November 21st at 7 p.m. and the production of "Gifts of the Magi" in the Corner Theatre running from December 4th through 20th. Ms. Valentine also reminded everyone of the DeSoto High School football game against Skyline High School Saturday, November 21st at SMU's Ford Stadium.
Mayor Waddle announced the Holiday Parade of Lights to be held on Saturday, December 5th beginning at 6 p.m. and culminating in the lighting of the Christmas tree at Town Center.
(Editor's Note: DV - winter jam of Dallas Storytelling Guild GET DETAILS
Gifts of the Magi
Newspaper - who will win the Skyline/DeSoto game
BW - holiday parade of lights, December 5th at 6 p.m., followed by the lighting of the Christmas Tree.
)
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 9:34 p.m.
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Waddle called the Work Session to order at p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
City Manager, Jim Baugh, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of Loitering Ordinance.
Tarron Richardson, Assistant City Manager, and Joe Gorfida, City Attorney, led the review of the City's loitering Ordinance.
4. Discussion of Tax Office Options.
Click Here to View Tax Office Options Discussion
Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, presented the information regarding these options.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to not make a change at this time. This issue may be addressed at a later time pending the School Board's decision.
Mayor Waddle adjourned the Work Session at 7:05 p.m.
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 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Annette Meehan, First Christian Church.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Deshaundra Lockhart.
3. Ambassador:
Gary Blaser
, Bryan Parker Fire Department.
Bryan Parker is a firefighter/paramedic who hails from Maypearl. He has been with the City of DeSoto for 11 years. He is also a Certified Peace Officer and Arson Investigator.
His hobbies are hunting and fishing.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of awards for Fire Prevention Poster Contest.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Fire Marshal Michael Laws, who presented the awards along with Cammy Jackson, Desoto Chamber of commerce President. Mayor Waddle presented the winners with an All-America City pin.
2. Presentation of the October 2009 Financial Reports.
Click Here to View October 2009 Financial Reports
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Edena Atmore, Assistant Director of Finance, who presented the report.
Council discussion regarding making and revising projections.
(Editor's Note: SR - revisit the projection - is the projection what you think you are going to do within that month in terms of the whole budget -- will probably fall in line next month
EA - yes, because we’ll see some of those revenues )
3. Presentation of the DeSoto Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) 2009 Annual Report.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Curtistene McCowan, President of the DEDC Board of Directors, who presented the report. Norma Nichols, Executive Director of DEDC presented contact information and the budget portion of the report.
Council discussion regarding the persistence of the DEDC board and staff, speculative building, incentive agreements, and the partnership between the DEDC, City, and the Chamber of Commerce.
(Editor's Note: SR owe you thanks and debt of gratitude for all the hard work of the board and staff for the hard work that has been done over the last couple of years -- commercial property that has come in
DV - # of inquiries - would you consider this year at risk or paltry
NN mediocre
DV what would you expect in a good year
NN I would anticipate a 40-50% increase in a good year -- won’t see any spec building in industrial for two years
CS - agree with SR’s comments and weathering the storm -- agree that retail looks very promising -- explain the gap financing for Wildwood
NN when infrastructure is complete, they will receive their funding
CS is it difficult to get the loan based on just their business
NN the bank requested to see a copy of our incentive before agreeing to the 1.3 mil loan to the property owner
CM - thanks to the Council and inviting the DEDC to be part of a FODT program to "Support Your Local Businesses".
BW thanks for a job well done and it’s great to see where it is today to see how DEDC/city/chamber all work together )
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 11-03-09
Click Here to View 2009-11-03 City Council Meeting Minutes
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 - N/A
e. Library Board - N/A
f. Park Development Corporation - N/A
g. Planning and Zoning Commission - N/A
h. DeSoto Arts Commission - 08-27-09, 10-26-09
Click Here to View 2009-08-27 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2009-10-26 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
i. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
k. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for Council's consideration.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E.PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a Specific Use Permit (SUP), to allow Check Cashing Service and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A; Applicant: Fastbucks; Owner: Hampton/Wintergreen Joint Venture, and Adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
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 Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Stephen Solomon, 7407 Hour Glass Circle, Dallas; General Counsel for Fast Bucks presented a PowerPoint presentation in support of this case.
Ebony Christian, Dallas; manager of the Fast Bucks Dallas location, relayed a story of her personal experience.
Council discussion regarding current tenant, applicant's decision to locate in DeSoto, financial education of customers, profile of customers, repayment terms and default rate.
Van Stripling, 801 Sabona Drive, DeSoto; spoke in opposition of this item.
(Editor's Note: CW prior tenant in this space that was same use has vacated
SR application went before p&z with staff approval -- what was the basis for the objection?
EV 2 that were opposed was that there was already one there and didn’t need to be another one at that location
DV any information as to whether the space is vacant or the status of the current tenant
SS fast bucks signed a lease in June, tenant that is currently there is a holdover and will be put out by the landlord
DV why in your expansion did you choose DeSoto?
SS landowner is a personal friend of the CEO and was tired of the current tenant
DV there are several of these businesses in this market -- did you look at any other locations
SR commend you for your efforts in financial education to youth and adults -- selection of this location -- what is make up of this business -- how much is fast/payday loans, check cashing, etc. type of person who comes in and why
SS 110,000 current customers; typically young customers, educated
SR do you check credit worthiness
SS loan a percentage of their next monthly income
CW what happens in two weeks when I don’t have the $250 to repay
SS work out a payment plan such as 90-120 day repayment plan
PL what is the percentage of customers who default
SS 16% of revenue is lost due to uncollected funds--late payment is much higher
oversaturation situation )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to deny Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a SUP to allow a Check Cashing and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Valentine.
Further Council discussion regarding check cashing businesses.
(Editor's Note: SR we are saying we don’t want this type of business in our community for whatever reasons - good or bad -- existing business staying in place or have a vacant space
DV - have seen enough check cashing places and would rather see a vacant space
CS - desire of this community to say enough is enough )
Vote to deny Zoning Case Z-1176-09, a SUP to allow a Check Cashing and Loan Agency at 1495 North Hampton Road, Suite A. (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider recommendations submitted by the DeSoto Arts Commission for funding of Arts Grants and marketing initiatives in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Kathy Jones, Public Information Officer, who presented the staff report. Phyllis Jeff, Chair of the Arts Commission presented additional information.
Mayor Pro Tem Carl Sherman left the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
Council discussion regarding allocation of funds, tourist information, resident theater group, marketing, and children's programs.
(Editor's Note: CW $20,000 does any of that money result in a financial benefit directly or indirectly to the city
Phyllis Jeff, President of the Arts Commission,
DV these are hotel/motel dollars, which are meant to bring in tourists
SR this is the kindling that will start the fire
CW how many of the 2200 people spent one night in one of our hotels? going forward, we may want to look at a different allocation of funds to other organizations -- $20,000 cash dollars to an organization that has no roots in the city of DeSoto
DV we should look at this every year and we are -- there was a very spirited discussion among the members whether this particular company should be the resident theater company -- giving four performances
KJ have representatives from the applicants speak to the commission
PL like the AART and liked the other group also -- what was absent with the previous company was attendance
does the marketing include any hotel packages -- how are school children and the schools
)
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
Motion to approve DeSoto Arts Commission for funding the following Arts Grants in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010: African American Repertory Theater 2010 Season $20,000; Third Coast Arts Center Jazz Concert $2,225; DeSoto Art League - Spring Art Show $2,000; International Museum of Cultures Traveling Exhibits $1,000; Dallas Storytelling Guild Winter Jam Storytelling Event $500; Marketing Initiatives $3,275; Total $30,000.
Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve DeSoto Arts Commission for funding the following Arts Grants in the total amount of $30,000 for FY 2009-2010: African American Repertory Theater 2010 Season $20,000; Third Coast Arts Center – Jazz Concert $2,225; DeSoto Art League - Spring Art Show $2,000; International Museum of Cultures Traveling Exhibits $1,000; Dallas Storytelling Guild – Winter Jam Storytelling Event $500; Marketing Initiatives $3,275; Total $30,000. (Approved)
2. Consider a Consulting Agreement with Catalyst Development, in the amount of $72,000 and amend the FY 2010 Budget for locations on Hampton Road.
Click to Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda caption and introduced Jim Baugh, City Manager, who presented the staff report.
After discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with three locations.
(Editor's Note: BW if did all three for $72,000 --
JB some of it may become dated
SR may be a necessary thing to do and not only a good thing to do
Council discussion regarding two or three projects.
CW interested in the pricing )
Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Catalyst Development for locations on Hampton Road in the amount of $72,000 and include this additional appropriation when the FY 2010 budget is amended later in the fiscal year. Moved by Councilmember Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Catalyst Development for locations on Hampton Road in the amount of $72,000 and include this additional appropriation when the FY 2010 budget is amended later in the fiscal year. (Approved) DocumentItemID: 543c130a-744f-4e7e-97ef-96bd3981bf69
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Valentine announced the Dallas Storytelling Guild's Winter Jam, November 21st at 7 p.m. and the production of "Gifts of the Magi" in the Corner Theatre running from December 4th through 20th. Ms. Valentine also reminded everyone of the DeSoto High School football game against Skyline High School Saturday, November 21st at SMU's Ford Stadium.
Mayor Waddle announced the Holiday Parade of Lights to be held on Saturday, December 5th beginning at 6 p.m. and culminating in the lighting of the Christmas tree at Town Center.
(Editor's Note: DV - winter jam of Dallas Storytelling Guild GET DETAILS
Gifts of the Magi
Newspaper - who will win the Skyline/DeSoto game
BW - holiday parade of lights, December 5th at 6 p.m., followed by the lighting of the Christmas Tree.
)
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Waddle adjourned the meeting at 9:34 p.m.
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