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Roll Call: 10 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORKSHOP AGENDA
(1) Introduction of council liaison to Planning and Zoning, Denise Valentine and discussion regarding role and responsibilities of Planning and Zoning members.
(2) Discuss agenda items.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson Dewberry called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and noted for the record that seven (7) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(3) No items.
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(4) Consider Case Z-1229-11; a Specific Use Permit to allow for Youth Shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. The property in question consists of 1 lot and 0.48 acres. The applicant is Sharon Roubinek.
Management Report for Case Z-1229-11
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1229-11.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Vatthauer if city staff would be required to review the site plan and approve it.
Mr. Vatthauer explained that the Building Inspection Department would review the site plan when the applicant come in for a building permit and make sure the site plan meets building codes.
Commissioner Jones asked about the requirement of a specific density within a single family home.
Mr. Vatthauer stated that if this house were going to be use as a single family home, then an Specific Use Permit (SUP) would not be required. The applicant is applying for an SUP, because they want to use the house for an activity that is not considered a residential use.
Vice Chairperson Williams asked Mr. Vatthauer if the proposed youth shelter would be considered a business type use within a residential area.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that the question of whether or not the youth shelter is a for profit business would need to be directed toward the applicant.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional questions of staff. There being no response, he asked the Commission for a motion to open the public hearing.
Motion to Approve the opening of the public hearing case Z-1229-11; SUP for a youth shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner Dick North.
Vote to Approve the opening of the public hearing case Z-1229-11; SUP for a youth shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. (Approved)
Ayes: North, Williams, Dewberry, McDonald, May, Chambers, Jones
Nays: None
Chairperson Dewberry declared the public hearing open and asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Alan Lauhoff, of 200 N. Main, Suite 185, Milford, TX, came forward to address the Commission as a representative of the applicant. He informed the Commission that he would speak to the improvements on the site plan, landscape plan and elevations. Mr. Lauhoff gave the background of the home and he explained the proposed improvements. He also informed the Commission that he was available for questions.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions for Mr. Lauhoff regarding the site plan, landscape plan and elevations.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Lauhoff to provide the number of full bathrooms within the home.
Mr. Lauhoff informed the Commission that the home will include three full bathrooms and two half bathrooms.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional questions of Mr. Lauhoff. Hearing no response, he asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Ms. Sharon Roubinek, of 820 Keysville Ave., DeSoto, came forward to address the Commission. She explained that she is the CEO and co-founder of Kids Can Fly Foundation. Ms. Roubinek provided background information about the Foundation, as well as, the need for the proposed youth shelter.
Commissioner McDonald asked Ms. Roubinek about the type of girls that would be placed into the proposed facility.
Ms. Roubinek informed the Commission that Mr. Bob Oneal would address the concerns about the type of girls that would be placed into the proposed facility.
The Commission and Ms. Roubinek discussed whether or not the youth shelter would provide temporary or permanent housing for girls.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions for Ms. Roubinek regarding the business aspect of the proposed youth shelter.
The Commission and Ms. Sharon Roubinek discussed the financial ramification of the Kids Can Fly Foundation, as well as future locations for different facilities.
Commissioner North asked Ms. Roubinek to explain why 820 Keysville was choosen for a Kids Can Fly Foundation facility.
Ms. Roubinek explained to the Commission that the site in question was selected, because of the sizable lot and the layout of the home would be conducive for the proposed use.
Commissioner North asked Ms. Roubinek if other locations within DeSoto were considered.
Ms. Roubinek informed the Commission that another youth shelter site was considered on Chalk Hill Lane within the City of DeSoto.
Mr. Bob Oneal, Co-Founder, Exectutive Director, Administrator/Clinical Director of Kids Can Fly Foundation, 820 Keysville Ave., DeSoto, came forward to address the Comission. He introduced his staff in attendance and discussed with the Commission the type of girls that would be in residence at the proposed facility. He then stated that he was available for questions.
Commissioner McDonald asked about the length of stay for some of these girls, and if they would be allowed to have visitors.
Mr. Oneal stated that the children could be there from three months to a year. They planned on opening facilities that would be a progression of care. Visitors for each resident will be determined by the State Case Worker.
Commissioner McDonald expressed his concern over the number of girls that would be in the home.
Commissioner May asked if the number of girls would ever exceed thirteen.
Mr. Oneal informed the Commission that the State License states Kids Can Fly Foundation cannot go over thirteen children at any time.
Commissioner North expressed his concern with property values in the neighborhood.
Commissioner Chambers expressed his concern with the girls education and where they would attend school.
Commissioner Williams asked where the girls would come from.
Mr. Oneal explained that they would come from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and some of the girls would come through private pay.
There being no further questions for Mr. Oneal from the Commission, Chairperson Dewberry informed the audience that due to the number of cards that each speaker only had three minutes to speak. He also mentioned that all questions or statements are to be directed to the Commission.
Mr. Buford Kemp, 1100 Reedsport Place, DeSoto, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to case Z-1229-11.
Mr. Paul Allee, 1201 Silver Creek Drive, came forward to speak in opposition of the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Waller "Sonny" Collie, 1137 Silver Creek Dr., informed the Commission that the proposed youth shelter would place unwarranted risk and liablility on the property owners in Shamrock Gardens.
Mr. Paul Strange, 1136 Reedsport, expressed his concerns about the proposed youth shelter.
Ms. Karine Slagle, 1209 Silver Creek, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Robert Barron, 1217 Stinnett Place, also came forward speak in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Ms. Nelly Lopez, 1133 Stinnett Place, spoke in opposition to placing the proposed youth shelter in her neigborhood.
Mr. Jerry Hamilton, 748 Peggs Street, came forward to address the Commission in opposition.
Mr. Terrance Mosley, 824 Keysville Ave., also came forward to express his concerns against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Mark Miller, 808 N Cockrell Hill Road, explained to the Commission that he was opposed to this agenda item.
Mr. Arthur Busby, 1100 Stinnett, informed the Commission that the residents of Shamrock Gardens have come together before to oppose a similar use.
Mr. Sam Rivera, 1201 Reedsport Place, also came forward to express his concerns against the youth shelter.
Ms. Melody Clay, 1212 Reedsport Place, spoke against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Brian Clough, 1117 Reedsport Place, stated he was opposed to this Agenda Item.
Ms. Eula Jones, 1101 Reedsport Place, also came forward to address the Commission in opposition.
Mr. Damon Wickwick, 1008 Silver Creek Dr., spoke against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Joe Brookins, 1129 Stinnett, spoke in opposition to the youth shelter.
Ms. Audrey Hatley, 1200 W Pleasant Run Road, stated she was opposed to this agenda item.
Mr. Leon Tilley, 1225 Stinnett Place, also spoke in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Chester Laferney, 1213 Reedsport Place, explained to the Commission that he was in opposition to the youth shelter.
Ms. Odessa DeLaCruz, 1129 Silver Creek Drive, expressed her concerns about the youth shelter.
Chairperson Dewberry asked if there was anyone else in the audience who wished to speak in favor of or opposition to this agenda item. Hearing no response, he asked the Commission for a motion to close the Public Hearing.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Vice Chairperson Roosevelt Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dwight Chambers.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ayes: North, Williams, Dewberry, Mcdonald, May, Chambers, Jones
Nays: None
The applicant, Sharon Reubinek, came forward to make a closing statement to the Commission.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional discussion on case Z-1229-11. Hearing no response, he asked for a motion.
Motion to Approve Case Z-1229-11, to approve an SUP as presented. Moved by Commissioner April May, seconded by Commissioner Scott McDonald.
Vote to Approve Case Z-1229-11, to approve an SUP as presented. (Declined)
Ayes: McDonald, May
Nays: Dewberry, Williams, Jones, Chambers, North
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(5) No items.
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve the motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on February 28, 2012. Moved by Vice Chairperson Roosevelt Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to Approve the motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on February 28, 2012. (Approved)
Ayes: May, Chambers, McDonald, Williams, Dewberry, Jones, North
Nays: None
Chairperson Dewberry adjourned the meeting at 9:16 PM.
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Roll Call: 10 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORKSHOP AGENDA
(1) Introduction of council liaison to Planning and Zoning, Denise Valentine and discussion regarding role and responsibilities of Planning and Zoning members.
(2) Discuss agenda items.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson Dewberry called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and noted for the record that seven (7) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(3) No items.
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(4) Consider Case Z-1229-11; a Specific Use Permit to allow for Youth Shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. The property in question consists of 1 lot and 0.48 acres. The applicant is Sharon Roubinek.
Management Report for Case Z-1229-11
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1229-11.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Vatthauer if city staff would be required to review the site plan and approve it.
Mr. Vatthauer explained that the Building Inspection Department would review the site plan when the applicant come in for a building permit and make sure the site plan meets building codes.
Commissioner Jones asked about the requirement of a specific density within a single family home.
Mr. Vatthauer stated that if this house were going to be use as a single family home, then an Specific Use Permit (SUP) would not be required. The applicant is applying for an SUP, because they want to use the house for an activity that is not considered a residential use.
Vice Chairperson Williams asked Mr. Vatthauer if the proposed youth shelter would be considered a business type use within a residential area.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that the question of whether or not the youth shelter is a for profit business would need to be directed toward the applicant.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional questions of staff. There being no response, he asked the Commission for a motion to open the public hearing.
Motion to Approve the opening of the public hearing case Z-1229-11; SUP for a youth shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner Dick North.
Vote to Approve the opening of the public hearing case Z-1229-11; SUP for a youth shelter at 820 Keysville Avenue. (Approved)
Ayes: North, Williams, Dewberry, McDonald, May, Chambers, Jones
Nays: None
Chairperson Dewberry declared the public hearing open and asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Alan Lauhoff, of 200 N. Main, Suite 185, Milford, TX, came forward to address the Commission as a representative of the applicant. He informed the Commission that he would speak to the improvements on the site plan, landscape plan and elevations. Mr. Lauhoff gave the background of the home and he explained the proposed improvements. He also informed the Commission that he was available for questions.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions for Mr. Lauhoff regarding the site plan, landscape plan and elevations.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Lauhoff to provide the number of full bathrooms within the home.
Mr. Lauhoff informed the Commission that the home will include three full bathrooms and two half bathrooms.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional questions of Mr. Lauhoff. Hearing no response, he asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Ms. Sharon Roubinek, of 820 Keysville Ave., DeSoto, came forward to address the Commission. She explained that she is the CEO and co-founder of Kids Can Fly Foundation. Ms. Roubinek provided background information about the Foundation, as well as, the need for the proposed youth shelter.
Commissioner McDonald asked Ms. Roubinek about the type of girls that would be placed into the proposed facility.
Ms. Roubinek informed the Commission that Mr. Bob Oneal would address the concerns about the type of girls that would be placed into the proposed facility.
The Commission and Ms. Roubinek discussed whether or not the youth shelter would provide temporary or permanent housing for girls.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any questions for Ms. Roubinek regarding the business aspect of the proposed youth shelter.
The Commission and Ms. Sharon Roubinek discussed the financial ramification of the Kids Can Fly Foundation, as well as future locations for different facilities.
Commissioner North asked Ms. Roubinek to explain why 820 Keysville was choosen for a Kids Can Fly Foundation facility.
Ms. Roubinek explained to the Commission that the site in question was selected, because of the sizable lot and the layout of the home would be conducive for the proposed use.
Commissioner North asked Ms. Roubinek if other locations within DeSoto were considered.
Ms. Roubinek informed the Commission that another youth shelter site was considered on Chalk Hill Lane within the City of DeSoto.
Mr. Bob Oneal, Co-Founder, Exectutive Director, Administrator/Clinical Director of Kids Can Fly Foundation, 820 Keysville Ave., DeSoto, came forward to address the Comission. He introduced his staff in attendance and discussed with the Commission the type of girls that would be in residence at the proposed facility. He then stated that he was available for questions.
Commissioner McDonald asked about the length of stay for some of these girls, and if they would be allowed to have visitors.
Mr. Oneal stated that the children could be there from three months to a year. They planned on opening facilities that would be a progression of care. Visitors for each resident will be determined by the State Case Worker.
Commissioner McDonald expressed his concern over the number of girls that would be in the home.
Commissioner May asked if the number of girls would ever exceed thirteen.
Mr. Oneal informed the Commission that the State License states Kids Can Fly Foundation cannot go over thirteen children at any time.
Commissioner North expressed his concern with property values in the neighborhood.
Commissioner Chambers expressed his concern with the girls education and where they would attend school.
Commissioner Williams asked where the girls would come from.
Mr. Oneal explained that they would come from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and some of the girls would come through private pay.
There being no further questions for Mr. Oneal from the Commission, Chairperson Dewberry informed the audience that due to the number of cards that each speaker only had three minutes to speak. He also mentioned that all questions or statements are to be directed to the Commission.
Mr. Buford Kemp, 1100 Reedsport Place, DeSoto, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to case Z-1229-11.
Mr. Paul Allee, 1201 Silver Creek Drive, came forward to speak in opposition of the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Waller "Sonny" Collie, 1137 Silver Creek Dr., informed the Commission that the proposed youth shelter would place unwarranted risk and liablility on the property owners in Shamrock Gardens.
Mr. Paul Strange, 1136 Reedsport, expressed his concerns about the proposed youth shelter.
Ms. Karine Slagle, 1209 Silver Creek, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Robert Barron, 1217 Stinnett Place, also came forward speak in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Ms. Nelly Lopez, 1133 Stinnett Place, spoke in opposition to placing the proposed youth shelter in her neigborhood.
Mr. Jerry Hamilton, 748 Peggs Street, came forward to address the Commission in opposition.
Mr. Terrance Mosley, 824 Keysville Ave., also came forward to express his concerns against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Mark Miller, 808 N Cockrell Hill Road, explained to the Commission that he was opposed to this agenda item.
Mr. Arthur Busby, 1100 Stinnett, informed the Commission that the residents of Shamrock Gardens have come together before to oppose a similar use.
Mr. Sam Rivera, 1201 Reedsport Place, also came forward to express his concerns against the youth shelter.
Ms. Melody Clay, 1212 Reedsport Place, spoke against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Brian Clough, 1117 Reedsport Place, stated he was opposed to this Agenda Item.
Ms. Eula Jones, 1101 Reedsport Place, also came forward to address the Commission in opposition.
Mr. Damon Wickwick, 1008 Silver Creek Dr., spoke against the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Joe Brookins, 1129 Stinnett, spoke in opposition to the youth shelter.
Ms. Audrey Hatley, 1200 W Pleasant Run Road, stated she was opposed to this agenda item.
Mr. Leon Tilley, 1225 Stinnett Place, also spoke in opposition to the proposed youth shelter.
Mr. Chester Laferney, 1213 Reedsport Place, explained to the Commission that he was in opposition to the youth shelter.
Ms. Odessa DeLaCruz, 1129 Silver Creek Drive, expressed her concerns about the youth shelter.
Chairperson Dewberry asked if there was anyone else in the audience who wished to speak in favor of or opposition to this agenda item. Hearing no response, he asked the Commission for a motion to close the Public Hearing.
Motion to close Public Hearing Moved by Vice Chairperson Roosevelt Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dwight Chambers.
Vote to close Public Hearing (Approved)
Ayes: North, Williams, Dewberry, Mcdonald, May, Chambers, Jones
Nays: None
The applicant, Sharon Reubinek, came forward to make a closing statement to the Commission.
Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission if there were any additional discussion on case Z-1229-11. Hearing no response, he asked for a motion.
Motion to Approve Case Z-1229-11, to approve an SUP as presented. Moved by Commissioner April May, seconded by Commissioner Scott McDonald.
Vote to Approve Case Z-1229-11, to approve an SUP as presented. (Declined)
Ayes: McDonald, May
Nays: Dewberry, Williams, Jones, Chambers, North
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(5) No items.
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson Dewberry asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve the motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on February 28, 2012. Moved by Vice Chairperson Roosevelt Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to Approve the motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on February 28, 2012. (Approved)
Ayes: May, Chambers, McDonald, Williams, Dewberry, Jones, North
Nays: None
Chairperson Dewberry adjourned the meeting at 9:16 PM.
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