Video index
A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 4 members present, 3 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 6:04 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
City Manager, Jim Baugh, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
Councilmember Ledbetter arrived at 6:08 p.m.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
Council discussion regarding Executive Session.
Councilmember Respess arrived at 6:20 p.m.
3. Discussion with Consultant doing the Transit Study.
Mr. Baugh introduced Eve Williams with Dikita, who presented a PowerPoint presentation about the City of DeSoto's Strategic Transportation Planning Study.
Council discussion regarding analysis process, what kind and how information will be gathered, and the objectives of the study.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 6:57 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. Invocation by: Annette Meehan, First Christian Church of DeSoto.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Sandy Respess.
3. Ambassador: Nicole Jones, Utility Billing.
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of the Youth Summer Program Retrospective.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Renee Johnson Williams, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented a PowerPoint presentation on the summer youth program. Ms. Johnson Williams introduced Willie Crear, who supervised the program.
Council discussion regarding possible changes for next year, the participation with DeSoto ISD, and funding for next year.
(Editor's Note: DV would you do it again and what would you change?
RJW more locations to allow for more kids
DV got cooperation from ISD to use facility
RJW paid for the use of the facilities 8 wks for $12,000
DV only open to DISD students
RJW yes - promised ISD that it would be only ISD students
SR have to commend staff for putting together this program made from negative
JZ it’s a long way from last year when you had kids hanging out
JB funding for the program for 2011 is in the budget )
2. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Constitution Week.
Mayor Sherman presented the Proclamation to Ruthelle Wilson, member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
3. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Patriot Day.
Mayor Sherman presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 08-17-10
Click Here to View 2010-08-17 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 05-03-10, 07-12-10, 07-24-10
Click Here to View 2010-05-03 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-07-12 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-07-24 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 07-26-10
Click Here to View 2010-07-26 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 06-10-10
Click Here to View 2010-06-10 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
g. Library Advisory Board - N/A
h. Park Development Corporation - N/A
i. Planning and Zoning - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
Council discussion regarding the content, meaning, and outcome of Arts Commission, DEDC, and DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation meeting minutes.
(Editor's Note: JZ Arts Commission 7-24-010 minutes regarding shorter runs for shows. giving two complimentary tickets to the members. would hope that members would want to attend.
DV comp tix are for quality assurance purposes
JZ - DEDC minutes -- where are they in their search for an exec dir.
JZ DTHF minutes - need for nance farm open to the public on a routine basis; commend Marikay Dewberry for additional funds for nance farm )
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Budget and Assessment Rate for the Candle Meadow Public Improvement District (CMPID) and Adopt an Ordinance for the Five Year Plan, a Budget for FY 2010-2011, and levy a Special Assessment for 2010.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the Staff Report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Tracie Hlavinka, Community Initiatives Manager, introduced William Freeman, (817 Caroway Lane, DeSoto) Candle Meadow PID Board Member. who provided information on the PID budget.
Council discussion regarding the PID Board's efforts to relay this information to the home owners.
(Editor's Note: JZ did a good job of presenting the information to the homeowners -- what is their opinion of the higher assessment
WF - at first, didn’t like it - but after explanation and lengthy discussion, they are in favor of it -- there has been no raise in three years
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1860-10; adopting the Five Year Plan, the FY 2010-2011 Budget, and the 2010 Assessment Rate of 37.8 cents per $100 valuation.
Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1860-10; adopting the Five Year Plan, the FY 2010-2011 Budget, and the 2010 Assessment Rate of 37.8 cents per $100 valuation.
(Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1204-10; an amendment to Thorntree Planned Development (PD-9); an area to the east of Mai Avenue and approximately 850 feet north of Wintergreen Road; Applicant: Rodney Holloman; Owners: Rodney Holloman, Wildwood Capital, and W.O. Henry; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding notice to adjoining property owners, the presence of current structures, front versus rear entry on current homes.
Rodney Holloman, 1801 Richland Way, DeSoto - Applicant spoke on this item.
(Editor's Note: JZ what is the golf course’s opinion on the request
EV they did not offer an opinion; notice was sent to property owners within 200 feet
JZ they were given an opportunity to comment but didn’t
EV yes
JZ seems the houses are getting closer to the course
DV there was an alley before that is not there now - did the houses get closer by the width of an alley and the setback?
EV
JE are there any structures there now
EV all vacant
JZ are the majority of homes there currently front or rear entry
EV front
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Further discussion regarding the planned presence of homes in this location.
(Editor's Note: DV have seen this come through several times through P&Z. it has been planned all along that is area would have homes.
CS consistent with the development that is there already - good development
)
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1861-10; Zoning C
ase Z-1204-10, as requested with
deviations as noted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1861-10; Zoning C
ase Z-1204-10, as requested with
deviations as noted. (Approved)
3. Consider the Proposed Budget, Tax Rate, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Work Plan for FY 2010-2011.
Click Here to View E.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding continuation of current level of services without layoffs and furloughs and water rates increase commensurate with consumer usage.
(Editor's Note: JZ from current tax rate to 4 cent increase - don’t think anyone would be opposed to $60 increase for continuing current level of services -- need to be mindful of affect of future debt
DL what was the water rate
CB 2.9
DL if resident consumes more, they are the ones who pay more
CS thank the management team and continue to do a stellar job in working on the budget -- have to be mindful of property values -- if rates do increase, have been known to make those adjustments accordingly -- baseline has changed - in order to maintain consistent services we are used to
JZ important for the citizens to know that there are no layoffs and furloughs unlike our neighboring cities. )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
No action taken at this time. A second public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at the Regular City Council Meeting. A vote on this item will take place at that time.
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider approval of an award of bid to Wells Fargo Bank for a Depository Application/Depository Services Contract.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Ms. Browder introduced Ben Arvizu, with Arvizu Financial Group, who helped facilitate the process.
Council discussion regarding the process of selecting the financial institution, those who applied - or didn't and reasoning for that.
(Editor's Note: GET CONSULTANT’S NAME FROM CAMELIA
JE who was the other respondent
CONSULTANT - first national bank
DV surprised at the difference -- why is the cost so different?
CONSULTANT banks want deposits -- wells fargo is a major financial institution
SR find it surprising that only two responded
CONSULTANT first national bank was providing services to the city at no cost -- bidders want to know what you are currently receiving and probably didn’t bid because needed to make money for services
JZ disappointing that first national bank was not more competitive )
Motion to
approve the award of bid for depository services to Wells Fargo Bank for a three-year contract term with a provision for two, one (1) year continuations under the same terms and conditions of the contract.
Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve the award of bid for depository services to Wells Fargo Bank for a three-year contract term with a provision for two, one (1) year continuations under the same terms and conditions of the contract.
(Approved)
2. Consider approval for contract for Official Newspaper designation.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Motion to
award the official newspaper designation to Focus Daily News effective October 1, 2010.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
award the official newspaper designation to Focus Daily News effective October 1, 2010.
(Approved)
3. Consider an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 "Offenses and Nuisances" by adding Article 8.1000 "Illegal Smoking Products" to prohibit the use, purchase, possession and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Police Chief Mike Brodnax, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding level of fine/penalty and scope of products to which this applies.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: JZ would this be a fine or a misdemeanor
MB class c misdemeanor and/or fine
SR worded broadly enough that it would apply to any synthetic product
JG illegal to have the product or a smoking device containing the product )
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1862-10, an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 “Offenses and Nuisances” by adding Article 8.1000 “Illegal Smoking Products” to prohibit the use, purchase, possession, and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1862-10, an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 “Offenses and Nuisances” by adding Article 8.1000 “Illegal Smoking Products” to prohibit the use, purchase, possession, and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
(Approved)
4. Consider an Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding college credits and Fire Academy costs and budget.
(Editor's Note: JZ do they get college credits
FH can contact tarrant county community college and northwood university to get some credit hours -- no guarantee credit from cedar valley college, continuing education credits
JE what does it cost the city to generate $25,000
FH budget includes payments on the building, paying the instructors and making a profit
JB doesn’t cost the city taxpayers anything
JE $25,000 pays everything
FH students pay $$ to go through program
)
Motion to
approve the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training for one (1) year, beginning on October 11, 2010 and providing for up to three (3) one (1) year renewals upon approval by the City and Cedar Valley College.
Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training for one (1) year, beginning on October 11, 2010 and providing for up to three (3) one (1) year renewals upon approval by the City and Cedar Valley College.
(Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Charlie Digiglio III, 608 N. Cockrell Hill Road, DeSoto; spoke about the safety of the newly renovated Cockrell Hill Road.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Zander announced the next DeSoto Dining and Dialogue event will be held on Saturday, September 25th.
Councilmember Edgin announced he contacted the local television stations regarding placing DeSoto on the weather maps. He announced that since writing that letter, DeSoto has been appearing on Channel 5 and Channel 8.
Mayor Sherman asked that citizens keep the Nedd family in their prayers - Abrianna, a young student at the freshman campus passed away this past Friday. Funeral services are to be held at Church of the Disciple.
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Regular session at 9:11 p.m.
After a short break, Council will convene in Executive Session.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase of real property located within the City of DeSoto, Texas.
Council began Executive Session at 9:32 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 10:58 p.m.
2. Action resulting from Executive Session.
No further action taken.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:59 p.m.
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 4 members present, 3 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 6:04 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
City Manager, Jim Baugh, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
Councilmember Ledbetter arrived at 6:08 p.m.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
Council discussion regarding Executive Session.
Councilmember Respess arrived at 6:20 p.m.
3. Discussion with Consultant doing the Transit Study.
Mr. Baugh introduced Eve Williams with Dikita, who presented a PowerPoint presentation about the City of DeSoto's Strategic Transportation Planning Study.
Council discussion regarding analysis process, what kind and how information will be gathered, and the objectives of the study.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 6:57 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
1. Invocation by: Annette Meehan, First Christian Church of DeSoto.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Sandy Respess.
3. Ambassador: Nicole Jones, Utility Billing.
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of the Youth Summer Program Retrospective.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Renee Johnson Williams, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented a PowerPoint presentation on the summer youth program. Ms. Johnson Williams introduced Willie Crear, who supervised the program.
Council discussion regarding possible changes for next year, the participation with DeSoto ISD, and funding for next year.
(Editor's Note: DV would you do it again and what would you change?
RJW more locations to allow for more kids
DV got cooperation from ISD to use facility
RJW paid for the use of the facilities 8 wks for $12,000
DV only open to DISD students
RJW yes - promised ISD that it would be only ISD students
SR have to commend staff for putting together this program made from negative
JZ it’s a long way from last year when you had kids hanging out
JB funding for the program for 2011 is in the budget )
2. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Constitution Week.
Mayor Sherman presented the Proclamation to Ruthelle Wilson, member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
3. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Patriot Day.
Mayor Sherman presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 08-17-10
Click Here to View 2010-08-17 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 05-03-10, 07-12-10, 07-24-10
Click Here to View 2010-05-03 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-07-12 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-07-24 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 07-26-10
Click Here to View 2010-07-26 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 06-10-10
Click Here to View 2010-06-10 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
g. Library Advisory Board - N/A
h. Park Development Corporation - N/A
i. Planning and Zoning - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
Council discussion regarding the content, meaning, and outcome of Arts Commission, DEDC, and DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation meeting minutes.
(Editor's Note: JZ Arts Commission 7-24-010 minutes regarding shorter runs for shows. giving two complimentary tickets to the members. would hope that members would want to attend.
DV comp tix are for quality assurance purposes
JZ - DEDC minutes -- where are they in their search for an exec dir.
JZ DTHF minutes - need for nance farm open to the public on a routine basis; commend Marikay Dewberry for additional funds for nance farm )
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Budget and Assessment Rate for the Candle Meadow Public Improvement District (CMPID) and Adopt an Ordinance for the Five Year Plan, a Budget for FY 2010-2011, and levy a Special Assessment for 2010.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the Staff Report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Tracie Hlavinka, Community Initiatives Manager, introduced William Freeman, (817 Caroway Lane, DeSoto) Candle Meadow PID Board Member. who provided information on the PID budget.
Council discussion regarding the PID Board's efforts to relay this information to the home owners.
(Editor's Note: JZ did a good job of presenting the information to the homeowners -- what is their opinion of the higher assessment
WF - at first, didn’t like it - but after explanation and lengthy discussion, they are in favor of it -- there has been no raise in three years
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1860-10; adopting the Five Year Plan, the FY 2010-2011 Budget, and the 2010 Assessment Rate of 37.8 cents per $100 valuation.
Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1860-10; adopting the Five Year Plan, the FY 2010-2011 Budget, and the 2010 Assessment Rate of 37.8 cents per $100 valuation.
(Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1204-10; an amendment to Thorntree Planned Development (PD-9); an area to the east of Mai Avenue and approximately 850 feet north of Wintergreen Road; Applicant: Rodney Holloman; Owners: Rodney Holloman, Wildwood Capital, and W.O. Henry; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding notice to adjoining property owners, the presence of current structures, front versus rear entry on current homes.
Rodney Holloman, 1801 Richland Way, DeSoto - Applicant spoke on this item.
(Editor's Note: JZ what is the golf course’s opinion on the request
EV they did not offer an opinion; notice was sent to property owners within 200 feet
JZ they were given an opportunity to comment but didn’t
EV yes
JZ seems the houses are getting closer to the course
DV there was an alley before that is not there now - did the houses get closer by the width of an alley and the setback?
EV
JE are there any structures there now
EV all vacant
JZ are the majority of homes there currently front or rear entry
EV front
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Further discussion regarding the planned presence of homes in this location.
(Editor's Note: DV have seen this come through several times through P&Z. it has been planned all along that is area would have homes.
CS consistent with the development that is there already - good development
)
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1861-10; Zoning C
ase Z-1204-10, as requested with
deviations as noted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1861-10; Zoning C
ase Z-1204-10, as requested with
deviations as noted. (Approved)
3. Consider the Proposed Budget, Tax Rate, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Work Plan for FY 2010-2011.
Click Here to View E.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding continuation of current level of services without layoffs and furloughs and water rates increase commensurate with consumer usage.
(Editor's Note: JZ from current tax rate to 4 cent increase - don’t think anyone would be opposed to $60 increase for continuing current level of services -- need to be mindful of affect of future debt
DL what was the water rate
CB 2.9
DL if resident consumes more, they are the ones who pay more
CS thank the management team and continue to do a stellar job in working on the budget -- have to be mindful of property values -- if rates do increase, have been known to make those adjustments accordingly -- baseline has changed - in order to maintain consistent services we are used to
JZ important for the citizens to know that there are no layoffs and furloughs unlike our neighboring cities. )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
No action taken at this time. A second public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at the Regular City Council Meeting. A vote on this item will take place at that time.
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider approval of an award of bid to Wells Fargo Bank for a Depository Application/Depository Services Contract.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Ms. Browder introduced Ben Arvizu, with Arvizu Financial Group, who helped facilitate the process.
Council discussion regarding the process of selecting the financial institution, those who applied - or didn't and reasoning for that.
(Editor's Note: GET CONSULTANT’S NAME FROM CAMELIA
JE who was the other respondent
CONSULTANT - first national bank
DV surprised at the difference -- why is the cost so different?
CONSULTANT banks want deposits -- wells fargo is a major financial institution
SR find it surprising that only two responded
CONSULTANT first national bank was providing services to the city at no cost -- bidders want to know what you are currently receiving and probably didn’t bid because needed to make money for services
JZ disappointing that first national bank was not more competitive )
Motion to
approve the award of bid for depository services to Wells Fargo Bank for a three-year contract term with a provision for two, one (1) year continuations under the same terms and conditions of the contract.
Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve the award of bid for depository services to Wells Fargo Bank for a three-year contract term with a provision for two, one (1) year continuations under the same terms and conditions of the contract.
(Approved)
2. Consider approval for contract for Official Newspaper designation.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Camelia Browder, Managing Director of Finance, who presented the staff report.
Motion to
award the official newspaper designation to Focus Daily News effective October 1, 2010.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
award the official newspaper designation to Focus Daily News effective October 1, 2010.
(Approved)
3. Consider an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 "Offenses and Nuisances" by adding Article 8.1000 "Illegal Smoking Products" to prohibit the use, purchase, possession and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Police Chief Mike Brodnax, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding level of fine/penalty and scope of products to which this applies.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: JZ would this be a fine or a misdemeanor
MB class c misdemeanor and/or fine
SR worded broadly enough that it would apply to any synthetic product
JG illegal to have the product or a smoking device containing the product )
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1862-10, an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 “Offenses and Nuisances” by adding Article 8.1000 “Illegal Smoking Products” to prohibit the use, purchase, possession, and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to
approve Ordinance #1862-10, an amendment to the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 8 “Offenses and Nuisances” by adding Article 8.1000 “Illegal Smoking Products” to prohibit the use, purchase, possession, and sale of synthetic cannabinoids.
(Approved)
4. Consider an Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training.
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding college credits and Fire Academy costs and budget.
(Editor's Note: JZ do they get college credits
FH can contact tarrant county community college and northwood university to get some credit hours -- no guarantee credit from cedar valley college, continuing education credits
JE what does it cost the city to generate $25,000
FH budget includes payments on the building, paying the instructors and making a profit
JB doesn’t cost the city taxpayers anything
JE $25,000 pays everything
FH students pay $$ to go through program
)
Motion to
approve the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training for one (1) year, beginning on October 11, 2010 and providing for up to three (3) one (1) year renewals upon approval by the City and Cedar Valley College.
Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to
approve the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement between Dallas County Community College District (Cedar Valley College) and the City of DeSoto (DeSoto Fire Academy) relating to firefighting and emergency medical training for one (1) year, beginning on October 11, 2010 and providing for up to three (3) one (1) year renewals upon approval by the City and Cedar Valley College.
(Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Charlie Digiglio III, 608 N. Cockrell Hill Road, DeSoto; spoke about the safety of the newly renovated Cockrell Hill Road.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Zander announced the next DeSoto Dining and Dialogue event will be held on Saturday, September 25th.
Councilmember Edgin announced he contacted the local television stations regarding placing DeSoto on the weather maps. He announced that since writing that letter, DeSoto has been appearing on Channel 5 and Channel 8.
Mayor Sherman asked that citizens keep the Nedd family in their prayers - Abrianna, a young student at the freshman campus passed away this past Friday. Funeral services are to be held at Church of the Disciple.
K. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Regular session at 9:11 p.m.
After a short break, Council will convene in Executive Session.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
1. Executive Session: Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase of real property located within the City of DeSoto, Texas.
Council began Executive Session at 9:32 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 10:58 p.m.
2. Action resulting from Executive Session.
No further action taken.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 10:59 p.m.
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