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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 6 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
Tarron Richardson, City Manager, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
Councilmember Zander arrived at 6:11 p.m.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of and consider for renewal the agreement between the Blue Cow Coffee Company and the City of DeSoto.
Paul Courtaway, Owner of the Blue Cow Coffee Company, presented information regarding improvements made at this location.
Council discussion regarding measure of "success", time frame for previous improvements, advantages the location provides and providing an opportunity for other businesses to apply for the space.
Motion to extend the contract for one year with the provision to put out a Request for Proposal at the end of the year to see what is out in the marketplace. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to extend the contract for one year with the provision to put out a Request for Proposal at the end of the year to see what is out in the marketplace. (Approved)
4. Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, Place 3, updates for DeSoto Arts Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and DeSoto Police and Clergy.
Due to the lengthy discussion, there was no time left for this item. Mayor Pro Tem Valentine will give her update at a later time.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 7:02 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:14 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Ouida Lee, Church of the Disciple.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Denise Valentine.
3. Ambassador: Philip Siegler, Police Department.
Philip has been a Police Officer with the City of DeSoto for 3 years.
Prior to working for the City, Philip worked as an Electrician for Gerdau Ameristeel in Midlothian and as a cabinet maker for DeSoto’s J&H Fixtures.
Philip enjoys archery and bow hunting.
He also plays softball.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of the May 2012 Financial Report.
Click Here to View May 2012 Financial Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding license/permit fees, franchise fees, and alcoholic beverage sales tax collection rates.
(Editor's Note: JZ - licenses and permits -- what is driving that up
TC - Kohl’s project
JZ - franchise fees -- please find out exactly where we are on housing permits
TC - franchise fees run two months behind
DV - catching up with Medicare payments - is that due to the change in ambulance billing companies
TC - yes
SR - state imposes 14% tax on sale of beverages to the establishment who sells - how much of the 14% is returned to the City)
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 06-05-12
Click Here to View 2012-06-05 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 04-02-12, 04-23-12, 05-08-12
Click Here to View 2012-04-02 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2012-04-23 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2012-05-08 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 04-30-12
Click Here to View 2012-04-30 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
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
3. Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Consider a Resolution to cancel the regular City Council Meeting on July 3, 2012.
Click Here to View D.3.a. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for consideration.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented and Resolution #12-13. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented and Resolution #. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider an Ordinance re-adopting Standards of Care that provide childcare regulations for Recreation activities operated by the City of DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Renee Johnson, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the definition of a day care program for the public, inclusion of the Civic Center Rules of Behavior in the Standards, frequency and timing of the annual re-adoption, and items that apply to this department.
(Editor's Note: DV
RJ
DL - what is the year?
RJ - do it in June
CM -
SR
PL - ratio )
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 #1914-12, re-adopting Standards of Care for youth programs offered by the DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department and to include the "Rules of Behavior" in the Standards. Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Ordinance # re-adopting Standards of Care for youth programs offered by the DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department. (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a Used Car Sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue; containing one (1) lot and consisting of .82 acres; Applicant/Owner: Ben Saber; 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 Zander, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Ben Saber, P.O. Box 3611, Cedar Hill; Applicant was present.
Council discussion regarding financing options for customers.
(Editor's Note: SR - do you provide financing? through banks or self
BEN - some banks, some in house )
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 #1915-12, Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit to allow a used car sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue with the following stipulations: 1. On-site auto repairs shall not be permitted. 2. Corrugated metal roofing shall not be permitted. If a metal roof, it must be a standing seam metal roof. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to approve Ordinance # , Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit to allow a used car sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue with the following stipulations: 1. On-site auto repairs shall not be permitted. 2. Corrugated metal roofing shall not be permitted. If a metal roof, it must be a standing seam metal roof. (Approved) DocumentItemID: a422bfd1-36eb-423c-af04-56894ee6cea1
3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1239-12; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow outdoor storage with the permitted use of "Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center" at 719 North Hampton Road; containing one (1) lot and consisting of .992 acres; Applicant: Charles D. Cross; Owner: Robert L. Sutton; 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 Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Bill Dahlstrom, 901 Main Street, Suite 600, Dallas; representing the applicant, was present to answer any questions.
Council discussion regarding clarification of use of space and type of business for the location.
(Editor's Note: JZ - what will the space be used for
EV - applicant can answer better -- home improvement center specializing
Greg McDonald, on behalf of the owner )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Clarification was provided as to the location of the address that had opposed the case.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: before ordinance
PL where is redbud? )
Motion to approve Ordinance #1916-12, Zoning Case Z-1239-12, a Specific Use Permit to allow the Use Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center at 719 North Hampton Road and allow outdoor storage. Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to Approve Zoning Case Z-1239-12, a Specific Use Permit to allow the Use Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center at 719 North Hampton Road. (Approved)
4. Consider Zoning Case Z-1241-12; an amendment to the Use Chart, Definitions and Parking requirements of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding the Use "Funeral Home/Mortuary"; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.4. 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 McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the use chart and the allowed locations and parking requirements.
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 #1917-12, Zoning Case Z-1241-12, making no change to the Use Chart and amending the parking requirements as recommended by staff. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1241-12, making no change to the Use Chart and amending the parking requirements as recommended by staff. (Approved)
5. Consider Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of DeSoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use "Firewood Sales" involving amending Section 36 - Use Regulations, Section 38 - Parking Regulations and Appendix 3 - Definitions; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.5. 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 Respess, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the use chart, the allowed locations, and the effect of change on currently operating business.
Albert Bradford, 922 Kirnwood Drive, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Freddie H. Estes, 5605 Rocky Ridge Road, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Donald Templeton, 2671 Clayton Oaks Drive, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Additional discussion regarding existing business.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance #1918-12, Zoning Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of Desoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use "firewood sales" with the following stipulation: The Use will be allowed in General Retail (GR) with a Specific Use Permit (SUP), in addition to the districts proposed by staff. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to Approve Zoning Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of Desoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use ?firewood sales? with the following stipulation: The Use should be allowed in General Retail (GR) with a Specific Use Permit (SUP), in addition to the districts proposed by staff. (Approved) DocumentItemID: 7b57f88c-cfe4-4a8e-8462-bb8637e28006
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of the Cities served by Oncor; and authorizing the payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund regulatory and related activities related to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jimmy Stephens, Facilities Manager, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding per capita rate.
Motion to approve Resolution #12-14, authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of cities served by Oncor, and authorize payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund Oncor Electric related activities. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve a Resolution authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of cities served by Oncor, and authorize payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund Oncor Electric related activities. (Approved)
2. Consider an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708, "Compensation and Benefits" authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Police Chief Joe Costa, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding number of part-time officers and allowed number of reserve officers, scheduling capabilities, and wages.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance #1919-12, amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708 "Compensation and Benefits", authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve the Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708 ?Compensation and Benefits?, authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Jerry Edgin, 1347 Meriweather Place, DeSoto; spoke regarding the City Manager’s pay increase.
Warren Seay, Jr., 1700 Cattail Creek Drive, DeSoto; provided a DeSoto ISD update.
Ray Stubblefield, 521 Davis, DeSoto; spoke regarding the City Manager’s pay increase.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Zander commented on the DeSoto SolJazz Festival.
Councilmember McCowan commented on the "Broadway at the Civic" event held in the Corner Theatre and commended Concerned DeSoto Citizens, DeSoto Arts Commission, and the DeSoto ISD for making the event a success.
Councilmember Respess commented on the Library’s Youth Empowerment Summit.
Councilmember Lockhart announced the Annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, held in conjunction with the City of Lancaster. This year’s event will be held at Lancaster Community Park, 1700 Veterans Parkway, July 4th from 6 - 9 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine commented on the Juneteenth Celebration.
Mayor Sherman commented on his attendance at the U.S. Conference of Mayors and announced that Bank of America has committed to holding a job fair for DeSoto youth. He also announced an initiative for the region's veterans relating to benefits and recognition of their service.
(Editor's Note: JZ - commented on the DeSoto SolJazz Festival
CM - CDC/DAC/DISD "Broadway at the Civic" wonderful event. Expressed commendations for making the event a success.
SR - Library Youth Empowerment Summit - there are some fine young people in this community
DL - July 4th Fireworks conjunction with Lancaster -- July 4th 6-9 p.m. at Lancaster Community Park 1700 Veterans Parkway
DV - Juneteenth celebration - art show, car show, live entertainment, FroFest, Hip Hop Summit -- this past few weeks has made me proud to be in DeSoto
PL -
CS - update from U.S. Conference of Mayors -- will have a youth job fair in our city. Veterans )
J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m.
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
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A. WORK SESSION
Roll Call: 6 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
Mayor Sherman called the Work Session to order at 6 p.m.
1. Review of Master Agenda by City Manager.
Tarron Richardson, City Manager, reviewed upcoming items on the Master Agenda.
Councilmember Zander arrived at 6:11 p.m.
2. Discussion of Regular Agenda items.
3. Discussion of and consider for renewal the agreement between the Blue Cow Coffee Company and the City of DeSoto.
Paul Courtaway, Owner of the Blue Cow Coffee Company, presented information regarding improvements made at this location.
Council discussion regarding measure of "success", time frame for previous improvements, advantages the location provides and providing an opportunity for other businesses to apply for the space.
Motion to extend the contract for one year with the provision to put out a Request for Proposal at the end of the year to see what is out in the marketplace. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to extend the contract for one year with the provision to put out a Request for Proposal at the end of the year to see what is out in the marketplace. (Approved)
4. Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, Place 3, updates for DeSoto Arts Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and DeSoto Police and Clergy.
Due to the lengthy discussion, there was no time left for this item. Mayor Pro Tem Valentine will give her update at a later time.
Mayor Sherman adjourned the Work Session at 7:02 p.m.
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Roll call (7 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
Mayor Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:14 p.m.
1. Invocation by: Ouida Lee, Church of the Disciple.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Denise Valentine.
3. Ambassador: Philip Siegler, Police Department.
Philip has been a Police Officer with the City of DeSoto for 3 years.
Prior to working for the City, Philip worked as an Electrician for Gerdau Ameristeel in Midlothian and as a cabinet maker for DeSoto’s J&H Fixtures.
Philip enjoys archery and bow hunting.
He also plays softball.
C. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of the May 2012 Financial Report.
Click Here to View May 2012 Financial Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Tracy Cormier, Accounting Manager, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding license/permit fees, franchise fees, and alcoholic beverage sales tax collection rates.
(Editor's Note: JZ - licenses and permits -- what is driving that up
TC - Kohl’s project
JZ - franchise fees -- please find out exactly where we are on housing permits
TC - franchise fees run two months behind
DV - catching up with Medicare payments - is that due to the change in ambulance billing companies
TC - yes
SR - state imposes 14% tax on sale of beverages to the establishment who sells - how much of the 14% is returned to the City)
D. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
a. Regular Meeting - 06-05-12
Click Here to View 2012-06-05 City Council Meeting Minutes
b. Special Meeting - N/A
2. Acceptance of Board and Commission Minutes
a. Arts Commission - 04-02-12, 04-23-12, 05-08-12
Click Here to View 2012-04-02 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2012-04-23 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
Click Here to View 2012-05-08 Arts Commission Meeting Minutes
b. Building and Standards Commission - N/A
c. Civil Service Commission - N/A
d. DeSoto Economic Development - 04-30-12
Click Here to View 2012-04-30 DEDC Meeting Minutes
e. DeSoto, Texas Historical Foundation - N/A
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
3. Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Consider a Resolution to cancel the regular City Council Meeting on July 3, 2012.
Click Here to View D.3.a. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark listed the items submitted for consideration.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented and Resolution #12-13. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve the Consent Agenda as presented and Resolution #. (Approved)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider an Ordinance re-adopting Standards of Care that provide childcare regulations for Recreation activities operated by the City of DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department.
Click Here to View E.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Renee Johnson, Managing Director of Parks and Leisure Services, who presented the staff report.
Motion to open Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the definition of a day care program for the public, inclusion of the Civic Center Rules of Behavior in the Standards, frequency and timing of the annual re-adoption, and items that apply to this department.
(Editor's Note: DV
RJ
DL - what is the year?
RJ - do it in June
CM -
SR
PL - ratio )
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 #1914-12, re-adopting Standards of Care for youth programs offered by the DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department and to include the "Rules of Behavior" in the Standards. Moved by Councilmember Ledbetter, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to approve Ordinance # re-adopting Standards of Care for youth programs offered by the DeSoto Parks and Leisure Services Department. (Approved)
2. Consider Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a Used Car Sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue; containing one (1) lot and consisting of .82 acres; Applicant/Owner: Ben Saber; 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 Zander, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Ben Saber, P.O. Box 3611, Cedar Hill; Applicant was present.
Council discussion regarding financing options for customers.
(Editor's Note: SR - do you provide financing? through banks or self
BEN - some banks, some in house )
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 #1915-12, Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit to allow a used car sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue with the following stipulations: 1. On-site auto repairs shall not be permitted. 2. Corrugated metal roofing shall not be permitted. If a metal roof, it must be a standing seam metal roof. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to approve Ordinance # , Zoning Case Z-1232-12; a Specific Use Permit to allow a used car sales business at 1380 Marilyn Avenue with the following stipulations: 1. On-site auto repairs shall not be permitted. 2. Corrugated metal roofing shall not be permitted. If a metal roof, it must be a standing seam metal roof. (Approved) DocumentItemID: a422bfd1-36eb-423c-af04-56894ee6cea1
3. Consider Zoning Case Z-1239-12; a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow outdoor storage with the permitted use of "Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center" at 719 North Hampton Road; containing one (1) lot and consisting of .992 acres; Applicant: Charles D. Cross; Owner: Robert L. Sutton; 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 Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Bill Dahlstrom, 901 Main Street, Suite 600, Dallas; representing the applicant, was present to answer any questions.
Council discussion regarding clarification of use of space and type of business for the location.
(Editor's Note: JZ - what will the space be used for
EV - applicant can answer better -- home improvement center specializing
Greg McDonald, on behalf of the owner )
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Clarification was provided as to the location of the address that had opposed the case.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
(Editor's Note: before ordinance
PL where is redbud? )
Motion to approve Ordinance #1916-12, Zoning Case Z-1239-12, a Specific Use Permit to allow the Use Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center at 719 North Hampton Road and allow outdoor storage. Moved by Councilmember Zander, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to Approve Zoning Case Z-1239-12, a Specific Use Permit to allow the Use Building Materials, Hardware/Home Improvement Center at 719 North Hampton Road. (Approved)
4. Consider Zoning Case Z-1241-12; an amendment to the Use Chart, Definitions and Parking requirements of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding the Use "Funeral Home/Mortuary"; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.4. 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 McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Lockhart.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the use chart and the allowed locations and parking requirements.
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 #1917-12, Zoning Case Z-1241-12, making no change to the Use Chart and amending the parking requirements as recommended by staff. Moved by Councilmember McCowan, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to approve Zoning Case Z-1241-12, making no change to the Use Chart and amending the parking requirements as recommended by staff. (Approved)
5. Consider Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of DeSoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use "Firewood Sales" involving amending Section 36 - Use Regulations, Section 38 - Parking Regulations and Appendix 3 - Definitions; and adopting Ordinance.
Click Here to View E.5. 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 Respess, seconded by Councilmember Zander.
Vote to open Public Hearing (Approved)
Council discussion regarding the use chart, the allowed locations, and the effect of change on currently operating business.
Albert Bradford, 922 Kirnwood Drive, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Freddie H. Estes, 5605 Rocky Ridge Road, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Donald Templeton, 2671 Clayton Oaks Drive, Dallas; spoke regarding this item.
Additional discussion regarding existing business.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine, seconded by Councilmember McCowan.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance #1918-12, Zoning Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of Desoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use "firewood sales" with the following stipulation: The Use will be allowed in General Retail (GR) with a Specific Use Permit (SUP), in addition to the districts proposed by staff. Moved by Councilmember Respess, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Valentine.
DocumentItem type: Granicus.MeetingDocument.VoteItem DisplayName: Vote to Approve Zoning Case Z-1242-12; an amendment to the City of Desoto Zoning Ordinance classifying the new Use ?firewood sales? with the following stipulation: The Use should be allowed in General Retail (GR) with a Specific Use Permit (SUP), in addition to the districts proposed by staff. (Approved) DocumentItemID: 7b57f88c-cfe4-4a8e-8462-bb8637e28006
F. REGULAR AGENDA - New Business
1. Consider a Resolution authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of the Cities served by Oncor; and authorizing the payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund regulatory and related activities related to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC.
Click Here to View F.1. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Jimmy Stephens, Facilities Manager, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding per capita rate.
Motion to approve Resolution #12-14, authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of cities served by Oncor, and authorize payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund Oncor Electric related activities. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Respess.
Vote to approve a Resolution authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of cities served by Oncor, and authorize payment of 10 cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund Oncor Electric related activities. (Approved)
2. Consider an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708, "Compensation and Benefits" authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers.
Click Here to View F.2. Management Report
Ms. Hallmark read the agenda item and introduced Police Chief Joe Costa, who presented the staff report.
Council discussion regarding number of part-time officers and allowed number of reserve officers, scheduling capabilities, and wages.
Ms. Hallmark read the Ordinance caption into the public record.
Motion to approve Ordinance #1919-12, amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708 "Compensation and Benefits", authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers. Moved by Councilmember Lockhart, seconded by Councilmember Ledbetter.
Vote to approve the Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Section 9.708 ?Compensation and Benefits?, authorizing the Chief of Police to compensate Reserve Officers. (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA - Old Business
H. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
Jerry Edgin, 1347 Meriweather Place, DeSoto; spoke regarding the City Manager’s pay increase.
Warren Seay, Jr., 1700 Cattail Creek Drive, DeSoto; provided a DeSoto ISD update.
Ray Stubblefield, 521 Davis, DeSoto; spoke regarding the City Manager’s pay increase.
I. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Councilmember Zander commented on the DeSoto SolJazz Festival.
Councilmember McCowan commented on the "Broadway at the Civic" event held in the Corner Theatre and commended Concerned DeSoto Citizens, DeSoto Arts Commission, and the DeSoto ISD for making the event a success.
Councilmember Respess commented on the Library’s Youth Empowerment Summit.
Councilmember Lockhart announced the Annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, held in conjunction with the City of Lancaster. This year’s event will be held at Lancaster Community Park, 1700 Veterans Parkway, July 4th from 6 - 9 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Valentine commented on the Juneteenth Celebration.
Mayor Sherman commented on his attendance at the U.S. Conference of Mayors and announced that Bank of America has committed to holding a job fair for DeSoto youth. He also announced an initiative for the region's veterans relating to benefits and recognition of their service.
(Editor's Note: JZ - commented on the DeSoto SolJazz Festival
CM - CDC/DAC/DISD "Broadway at the Civic" wonderful event. Expressed commendations for making the event a success.
SR - Library Youth Empowerment Summit - there are some fine young people in this community
DL - July 4th Fireworks conjunction with Lancaster -- July 4th 6-9 p.m. at Lancaster Community Park 1700 Veterans Parkway
DV - Juneteenth celebration - art show, car show, live entertainment, FroFest, Hip Hop Summit -- this past few weeks has made me proud to be in DeSoto
PL -
CS - update from U.S. Conference of Mayors -- will have a youth job fair in our city. Veterans )
J. ADJOURNMENT OF REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Sherman adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m.
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RESULTING POTENTIAL ACTION
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