Video index
A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 5:06 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
Assistant City Manager, Tarron Richardson, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of a Letter of Interest regarding the Southwest Corner of Pleasant Run Road and Hampton Road from Atlantic Hotel LTD.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to request a Hotel Market Study. Pending outcome of study, City will be reimbursed for the total cost of the study within 30 days of receiving the results, should they be favorable.
4. Follow up discussion regarding Entertainment Venue and future direction.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to further investigate the type of venue and funding possibilities.
5. Identify intersections to receive lighted street name signs.
After discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with lighted street signs along North Hampton Road and East Pleasant Run Road.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 6:56 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Justin Pickard, Dallas First Church of the Nazarene. In Mr. Pickard's absence, Rev. Curt Krohn with Faith Bible Church presented the invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Sandy Respess.
3. Ambassador: Danny Johnson, Parks and Leisure Services.
Danny Johnson has been employed with the City since April 2010. He is currently the Litter Median & Maintenance Operations Coordinator. He co-ordinates the litter cleanup, median maintenance, and the median mowing contract. Danny is a 1975 graduate of Waxahachie High School and a 1996 graduate of Amber University in Garland, Texas. Danny is passionate about providing excellent customer service in his role with the Parks department. In his spare time, Danny enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, watching sports and movies, playing dominoes with his friends and family, and working on various committees at church. Interesting Fact: Prior to Danny joining the City of DeSoto?s Park and Leisure Services Team, Danny worked 24 years for TXU in several management positions.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
The Mayor and Councilmembers stepped outside to light the official Christmas tree.
2. Presentation of the promotion of Officer Christopher Huerta to Corporal.
Police Chief Mike Brodnax made the presentation.
3. Presentation of Best Southwest Training Certificates.
Andre Houser, Managing Director of Human Resources, presented the certificates along with Assistant City Manager, Dr. Tarron Richardson.
Employees receiving certificates were: Isaac Brooks, Isom Cameron, Clark Davis, and Matt Miser.
4. Presentation of Delinquent Tax Attorney Performance Report for September 2010.
Edena Atmore, Assistant Director of Finance, introduced Kathy Roberts from the DeSoto Tax Office, who presented an update on the performance of the tax office over the past year.
Nancy Primeaux, Sally Stevens, and Andy Taylor appeared on behalf of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson. Ms. Primeaux presented the report.
5. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Councilmember Edgin presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 11-16-10
Click Here to View 2010-11-16 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 11-01-10
Click Here to View 2010-11-01 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - 09-14-10
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 10-25-10, 11-01-10
Click Here to View 2010-10-25 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-11-01 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 09-23-10
Click Here to View 2010-09-23 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
g. Library Advisory Board - 10-07-10
Click Here to View 2010-10-07 Library Board Meeting Minutes
h. Park Development Corporation - N/A
i. Planning and Zoning - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted to Council for consideration.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as submitted. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as submitted. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1211-10; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow an Auto Paint and Body Shop and an SUP to allow a Major Auto Repair at 1365 East Parkerville Road; Applicant: Jose Esqueda; Owner: David Standford; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
.
(Editor's Note: JZ commend applicant for bringing business to desoto and appreciate you are willing to put the cars inside the building and appreciate bringing new jobs to the city )
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance 1872-10, Zoning Case Z-1211-10, a SUP for a Major Auto Repair and a SUP for an Auto Body Shop with the stipulations as noted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1212-10; an amendment to Summit Parks (PD-109) to require that Glacier Street be constructed down to Belt Line Road in Phase II rather than prior to issuance of the 151st Building Permit; an area south of Spinner Road, between Westmoreland Road and Hampton Road; on approximately 156.45 acres of land, consisting of 141.3 acres for Residential and 15.15 acres for Neighborhood Services; Applicant: Stephen Goodman; Owner: Brad Shelton; 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Don Paschal, 904 Parkwood Court, McKinney; appeared on behalf of the developer/applicant.
Discussion regarding the number of homes currently built, number built this year, and the Fire Marshal's approval of the road.
Randolph Stratford, 400 Rainier Street, DeSoto; spoke in support of this item.
(Editor's Note: DV restriction placed so that subdivision would not have more than 151 houses and one entrance. how many houses are built?
120
Don - 30-35 houses this year as building continues
JZ fire marshal had approved the road.
EV that is correct
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance 1873-10, Zoning Case Z-1212-10, an amendment to Summit Parks (PD-109) to require that Glacier Street be constructed down to Belt Line Road in Phase II, rather than prior to issuance of the 151st building permit. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to (Approved)
3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1213-10; an Amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designed use for the second floor of Building II from Office to Office/Residential (Live/Work Units); an area north of Pleasant Run Road and East of Hampton Road; on approximately 19.14 acres of land; Applicant/Owner: City of DeSoto/Trammell Crow; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.3. 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Gary Mann, 144 S. Holly, Coppell; spoke on behalf of Trammell Crow/High Street Residential.
Council discussion regarding original intent of project, clarification of size and cost of units, and methods for marketing unleased space.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: SR in work session approved study for units just like this )
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). Moved by Councilmember Respess. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Motion to deny Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to deny Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution authorizing an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide ambulance services in adjacent unincorporated areas of Dallas County.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart who presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-12, an agreement to provide emergency medical services to our adjacent unincorporated areas of
Dallas
County
.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to (Approved)
2. Consider a Resolution authorizing an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide fire protection services in adjacent unincorporated areas of Dallas County.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart who presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-13, an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide Fire Protection Services in adjacent unincorporated areas of
Dallas
County
.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to (Approved)
3. Consider a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of DeSoto and Dallas County for bioterrorism or Health Emergency Assistance.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jimmy Stephens, Environmental Health Official, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding scope of agreement.
(Editor's Note: SR agreement obligates DalCo to help us - are we mutually obligated to help them
JS would act as a partner
)
Motion to
approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of
DeSoto
and
Dallas
County
for bioterrorism or health emergency assistance.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to (Approved)
4. Consider an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between the City of DeSoto and the City of Glenn Heights to provide Library Services to One Hundred (100) City of Glenn Heights residents.
Click Here to View F.4. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Lucile Dade, Managing Director of Library Services, who presented the staff report.
Glenn Heights Mayor Victor Pereira and City Manager Jacqueline Lee were present.
Council discussion regarding process for distribution of cards and pilot program details and process.
(Editor's Note: PL how many library cards do you issue
LD 30,000 annually
PL how many are currently GH
LD don’t have good numbers because cards change from year to year
DL how will our publications be returned
LD same way
DL what if they are delinquent
LD handled the same as other card holders -- if there are fines, they would be blocked from services
DV how was the #100 determined? how will that 100 be determined?
LEE pilot program and no way to gauge how many will be needed.
DL how would you gauge success
LEE 100% usage and request for more cards
SR the Library Advisory Board has been pushing for those students in GH who attend DISD schools to have access
PL success will be if 100% will you then just turn around and ask for 100 more
LEE budgeted for $2000 currently - would have to confer with Council )
Motion to
approve an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between the City of
DeSoto
and the City of Glenn Heights to provide DeSoto Public Library services to one hundred (100) City of Glenn Heights residents.
Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to (Approved)
5. Consider an amendment to the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances amending Chapter 3 "Building Regulations" by amending Article 3.1000 "Sign Regulations" to provide regulations and guidelines for Mixed Use Districts and amending regulations for electronic message centers.
Click Here to View F.5. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jack Thompson, Building Official, who presented the staff report. DISCUSSION Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: DV difference tween elect msg center and a sign with exposed neon JT industry vernacular Kurtis Strand, 621 N. Hampton Road #100, DeSoto; spoke in favor of this item.)
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1874-10, an amendment to the City of
DeSoto Code
of Ordinances amending Chapter 3 “Building Regulations” by amending Article 3.1000 “Sign Regulations” to provide regulations and guidelines for Mixed Use Districts and electronic message centers.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to (Approved)
6. Consider a Resolution authorizing the cancelation of the December 21, 2010 and January 4, 2011 Regular City Council Meetings.
Click Here to View F.6. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-14 to cancel the December 21, 2010 and January 4, 2011 Regular City Council meetings.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Paul Dunkin, 620 Renaissance Place, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
Rochanne Dunkin, 620 Renaissance Place, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
Sharon Bailey, 1133 Madlynne, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Ledbetter announced Holiday Fun Time Live to be held Friday, December 10, for children 3rd-8th grade at the Recreation Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine announced a holiday jazz concert with Martha Burks at the Corner Theatre Saturday, December 11th.
Councilmember Zander wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine announced that Council will be deciding on the Light-Up DeSoto Awards. Announcements will be made mid-December.
K. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Regular Session at 10:14 p.m.
After a short break, Council will convene in Executive Session.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
1. Discussion with the City Attorney pursuant to Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code to receive advice on legal matters regarding the employment contract for the new City Manager.
Council began Executive Session at 10:25 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 11:15 p.m.
2. Take any action necessary resulting from the Executive Session.
No action taken.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 11:15 p.m.
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 7 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 5:06 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
Assistant City Manager, Tarron Richardson, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of a Letter of Interest regarding the Southwest Corner of Pleasant Run Road and Hampton Road from Atlantic Hotel LTD.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to request a Hotel Market Study. Pending outcome of study, City will be reimbursed for the total cost of the study within 30 days of receiving the results, should they be favorable.
4. Follow up discussion regarding Entertainment Venue and future direction.
After some discussion, it was the consensus of Council to further investigate the type of venue and funding possibilities.
5. Identify intersections to receive lighted street name signs.
After discussion, it was the consensus of Council to proceed with lighted street signs along North Hampton Road and East Pleasant Run Road.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 6:56 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Justin Pickard, Dallas First Church of the Nazarene. In Mr. Pickard's absence, Rev. Curt Krohn with Faith Bible Church presented the invocation.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Sandy Respess.
3. Ambassador: Danny Johnson, Parks and Leisure Services.
Danny Johnson has been employed with the City since April 2010. He is currently the Litter Median & Maintenance Operations Coordinator. He co-ordinates the litter cleanup, median maintenance, and the median mowing contract. Danny is a 1975 graduate of Waxahachie High School and a 1996 graduate of Amber University in Garland, Texas. Danny is passionate about providing excellent customer service in his role with the Parks department. In his spare time, Danny enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, watching sports and movies, playing dominoes with his friends and family, and working on various committees at church. Interesting Fact: Prior to Danny joining the City of DeSoto?s Park and Leisure Services Team, Danny worked 24 years for TXU in several management positions.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
The Mayor and Councilmembers stepped outside to light the official Christmas tree.
2. Presentation of the promotion of Officer Christopher Huerta to Corporal.
Police Chief Mike Brodnax made the presentation.
3. Presentation of Best Southwest Training Certificates.
Andre Houser, Managing Director of Human Resources, presented the certificates along with Assistant City Manager, Dr. Tarron Richardson.
Employees receiving certificates were: Isaac Brooks, Isom Cameron, Clark Davis, and Matt Miser.
4. Presentation of Delinquent Tax Attorney Performance Report for September 2010.
Edena Atmore, Assistant Director of Finance, introduced Kathy Roberts from the DeSoto Tax Office, who presented an update on the performance of the tax office over the past year.
Nancy Primeaux, Sally Stevens, and Andy Taylor appeared on behalf of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson. Ms. Primeaux presented the report.
5. Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Councilmember Edgin presented the proclamation.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 11-16-10
Click Here to View 2010-11-16 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 11-01-10
Click Here to View 2010-11-01 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - 09-14-10
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 10-25-10, 11-01-10
Click Here to View 2010-10-25 DEDC Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2010-11-01 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - 09-23-10
Click Here to View 2010-09-23 Historical Foundation Meeting Minutes
f. Keep DeSoto Beautiful - N/A
g. Library Advisory Board - 10-07-10
Click Here to View 2010-10-07 Library Board Meeting Minutes
h. Park Development Corporation - N/A
i. Planning and Zoning - N/A
j. Zoning Board of Adjustment - N/A
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted to Council for consideration.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda as submitted. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to approve Consent Agenda as submitted. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Zoning Case Z-1211-10; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow an Auto Paint and Body Shop and an SUP to allow a Major Auto Repair at 1365 East Parkerville Road; Applicant: Jose Esqueda; Owner: David Standford; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.1. 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
.
(Editor's Note: JZ commend applicant for bringing business to desoto and appreciate you are willing to put the cars inside the building and appreciate bringing new jobs to the city )
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance 1872-10, Zoning Case Z-1211-10, a SUP for a Major Auto Repair and a SUP for an Auto Body Shop with the stipulations as noted. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1212-10; an amendment to Summit Parks (PD-109) to require that Glacier Street be constructed down to Belt Line Road in Phase II rather than prior to issuance of the 151st Building Permit; an area south of Spinner Road, between Westmoreland Road and Hampton Road; on approximately 156.45 acres of land, consisting of 141.3 acres for Residential and 15.15 acres for Neighborhood Services; Applicant: Stephen Goodman; Owner: Brad Shelton; 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Don Paschal, 904 Parkwood Court, McKinney; appeared on behalf of the developer/applicant.
Discussion regarding the number of homes currently built, number built this year, and the Fire Marshal's approval of the road.
Randolph Stratford, 400 Rainier Street, DeSoto; spoke in support of this item.
(Editor's Note: DV restriction placed so that subdivision would not have more than 151 houses and one entrance. how many houses are built?
120
Don - 30-35 houses this year as building continues
JZ fire marshal had approved the road.
EV that is correct
)
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance 1873-10, Zoning Case Z-1212-10, an amendment to Summit Parks (PD-109) to require that Glacier Street be constructed down to Belt Line Road in Phase II, rather than prior to issuance of the 151st building permit. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to (Approved)
3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1213-10; an Amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designed use for the second floor of Building II from Office to Office/Residential (Live/Work Units); an area north of Pleasant Run Road and East of Hampton Road; on approximately 19.14 acres of land; Applicant/Owner: City of DeSoto/Trammell Crow; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.3. 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 Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Gary Mann, 144 S. Holly, Coppell; spoke on behalf of Trammell Crow/High Street Residential.
Council discussion regarding original intent of project, clarification of size and cost of units, and methods for marketing unleased space.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: SR in work session approved study for units just like this )
Motion to approve Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). Moved by Councilmember Respess. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Motion to deny Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to deny Zoning Case Z-1213-10, an amendment to the Town Center Planned Development (PD-130) to change the designated use for the second floor of Building II from office to office/residential (live/work units). (Approved)
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution authorizing an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide ambulance services in adjacent unincorporated areas of Dallas County.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart who presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-12, an agreement to provide emergency medical services to our adjacent unincorporated areas of
Dallas
County
.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Edgin.
Vote to (Approved)
2. Consider a Resolution authorizing an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide fire protection services in adjacent unincorporated areas of Dallas County.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Fire Chief Fred Hart who presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-13, an agreement for DeSoto Fire Rescue to provide Fire Protection Services in adjacent unincorporated areas of
Dallas
County
.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to (Approved)
3. Consider a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of DeSoto and Dallas County for bioterrorism or Health Emergency Assistance.
Click Here to View F.3. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jimmy Stephens, Environmental Health Official, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding scope of agreement.
(Editor's Note: SR agreement obligates DalCo to help us - are we mutually obligated to help them
JS would act as a partner
)
Motion to
approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of
DeSoto
and
Dallas
County
for bioterrorism or health emergency assistance.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to (Approved)
4. Consider an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between the City of DeSoto and the City of Glenn Heights to provide Library Services to One Hundred (100) City of Glenn Heights residents.
Click Here to View F.4. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Lucile Dade, Managing Director of Library Services, who presented the staff report.
Glenn Heights Mayor Victor Pereira and City Manager Jacqueline Lee were present.
Council discussion regarding process for distribution of cards and pilot program details and process.
(Editor's Note: PL how many library cards do you issue
LD 30,000 annually
PL how many are currently GH
LD don’t have good numbers because cards change from year to year
DL how will our publications be returned
LD same way
DL what if they are delinquent
LD handled the same as other card holders -- if there are fines, they would be blocked from services
DV how was the #100 determined? how will that 100 be determined?
LEE pilot program and no way to gauge how many will be needed.
DL how would you gauge success
LEE 100% usage and request for more cards
SR the Library Advisory Board has been pushing for those students in GH who attend DISD schools to have access
PL success will be if 100% will you then just turn around and ask for 100 more
LEE budgeted for $2000 currently - would have to confer with Council )
Motion to
approve an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between the City of
DeSoto
and the City of Glenn Heights to provide DeSoto Public Library services to one hundred (100) City of Glenn Heights residents.
Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to (Approved)
5. Consider an amendment to the City of DeSoto Code of Ordinances amending Chapter 3 "Building Regulations" by amending Article 3.1000 "Sign Regulations" to provide regulations and guidelines for Mixed Use Districts and amending regulations for electronic message centers.
Click Here to View F.5. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jack Thompson, Building Official, who presented the staff report. DISCUSSION Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: DV difference tween elect msg center and a sign with exposed neon JT industry vernacular Kurtis Strand, 621 N. Hampton Road #100, DeSoto; spoke in favor of this item.)
Motion to
approve Ordinance #1874-10, an amendment to the City of
DeSoto Code
of Ordinances amending Chapter 3 “Building Regulations” by amending Article 3.1000 “Sign Regulations” to provide regulations and guidelines for Mixed Use Districts and electronic message centers.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to (Approved)
6. Consider a Resolution authorizing the cancelation of the December 21, 2010 and January 4, 2011 Regular City Council Meetings.
Click Here to View F.6. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and presented the staff report.
Motion to
approve Resolution 10-14 to cancel the December 21, 2010 and January 4, 2011 Regular City Council meetings.
Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Paul Dunkin, 620 Renaissance Place, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
Rochanne Dunkin, 620 Renaissance Place, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
Sharon Bailey, 1133 Madlynne, Cedar Hill, spoke on behalf of First Christian Church - DeSoto; spoke regarding sales held at the church.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Ledbetter announced Holiday Fun Time Live to be held Friday, December 10, for children 3rd-8th grade at the Recreation Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine announced a holiday jazz concert with Martha Burks at the Corner Theatre Saturday, December 11th.
Councilmember Zander wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine announced that Council will be deciding on the Light-Up DeSoto Awards. Announcements will be made mid-December.
K. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Regular Session at 10:14 p.m.
After a short break, Council will convene in Executive Session.
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
1. Discussion with the City Attorney pursuant to Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code to receive advice on legal matters regarding the employment contract for the new City Manager.
Council began Executive Session at 10:25 p.m.
Council reconvened in open session at 11:15 p.m.
2. Take any action necessary resulting from the Executive Session.
No action taken.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 11:15 p.m.
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