HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011/05/03-Minutes-City CouncilCITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3, 2011
Present
Mayor Mike Moncrief
Mayor Pro tem Daniel Scarth, District 4
Council Member W. B. "Zim" Zimmerman, District 3
Council Member Frank Moss, District 5
Council Member Jungus Jordan, District 6
Council Member Carter Burdette, District 7
Council Member Kathleen Hicks, District 8
Council Member Joel Burns, District 9
Absent
Council Member Salvador Espino, District 2
Staff Present
Tom Higgins, Interim City Manager
Sarah Fullenwider, City Attorney
Marty Hendrix, City Secretary
L CALL TO ORDER
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IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR APRIL
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Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that the
minutes of the regular meeting of April 19, 2011, be approved. The motion carried
unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
There were no items to be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda.
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There were no items to be continued or withdrawn by Staff.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burns that the
Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0)
nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
A. General - Consent Items
1. M &C G -17262 - Confirm Appointment of Miss Isabell Montgomery as a Member of the
Mayor's Committee on Persons with Disabilities, Place 4.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Confirm the Appointment of Miss Isabell
Montgomery as a Member of the City of Fort Worth Mayor's Committee on Persons With Disabilities,
Place 4, for a Term Expiring October 1, 2012.
2. M &C G -17263 - Approve Findings of Ground Transportation Coordinator Regarding
Application of ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND CAR SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET LIMO
SERVICE, to Operate Three Limousines within the City of Fort Worth and Adopt Ordinance
Granting Such Authority.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Consider and Adopt the Following
Findings of the Ground Transportation Coordinator: the Public Necessity and Convenience Require the
Operation of Three (3) Limousines Upon the City Streets, Alleys, and Thoroughfares; ALPHA -
ROYAL LIMO AND CAR SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET LIMO SERVICE, is Qualified and
Financially Able to Conduct a Limousine Service Within the City; ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND
CAR SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET LIMO SERVICE, has Complied With the Requirements of
Chapter 34 of the City Code; ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND CAR SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
(G -17263 Continued)
LIMO SERVICE, Presented Facts in Support of Compelling Demand and Necessity for Three (3)
Limousines; the General Welfare of the Citizens of the City Will Best be Served by the Addition of
Three (3) Limousines Upon City Streets, Alleys, and Thoroughfares; and Adopt Ordinance No. 19666-
05 -2011 Granting the Privilege of Operating Authority to ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND CAR
SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET LIMO SERVICE, for the Use of the Streets, Alleys, and Public
Thoroughfares of the City in the Conduct of its Limousine Business, Which Shall Consist of the
Operation of Three (3) Limousines, for a Three (3) Year Period Beginning on the Effective Date;
Specifying the Terms and Conditions of the Grant; Providing for a Penalty and Providing for Written
Acceptance by ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND CAR SERVICES, Inc., d /b /a BEMNET LIMO
SERVICE Subject to and Conditioned on ALPHA -ROYAL LIMO AND CAR SERVICES, Inc., d/b /a
Bemnet LIMO SERVICE Complying With All Requirements of Chapter 34, Article VI, of the Code of
the City of Fort Worth (1986), as Amended.
3. M &C G -17264 - Approve Findings of Ground Transportation Coordinator Regarding
Application of Ohemeng Transportation, LLC, to Operate Three Limousines within the City of
Fort Worth and Adopt Ordinance Granting Such Authority.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Consider and Adopt the Following
Findings of the Ground Transportation Coordinator: the Public Necessity and Convenience Require the
Operation of Three (3) Limousines Upon the City Streets, Alleys, and Thoroughfares; Ohemeng
Transportation, LLC, is Qualified and Financially Able to Conduct a Limousine Service Within the
City; Ohemeng Transportation, LLC, has Complied With the Requirements of Chapter 34 of the City
Code; Ohemeng Transportation, LLC, Presented Facts in Support of Compelling Demand and
Necessity for Three (3) Limousines; the General Welfare of the Citizens of the City Will Best be
Served by the Addition of Three (3) Limousines Upon City Streets, Alleys, and Thoroughfares; and
Adopt Ordinance No. 19667 -05 -2011 Granting the Privilege of Operating Authority to Ohemeng
Transportation, LLC, for the Use of the Streets, Alleys, and Public Thoroughfares of the City in the
Conduct of its Limousine Business, Which Shall Consist of the Operation of Three (3) Limousines, for
a Three (3) Year Period Beginning on the Effective Date; Specifying the Terms and Conditions of the
Grant; Providing for a Penalty and Providing for Written Acceptance by Ohemeng Transportation,
LLC, Subject to and Conditioned on Ohemeng Transportation, LLC Complying With All
Requirements of Chapter 34, Article VI, of the Code of the City of Fort Worth (1986), as Amended.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
4. M &C G -17265 - Authorize Acceptance of Payments from the State of Texas Law Enforcement
Officer Standards and Education Account in the Amount of $1,495.12 for the Fire Department
Investigations Division and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Accept
Payments From the State of Texas Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Account in the
Amount of $1,495.12; and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 19668 -05 -2011 Increasing the
Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Special Trust Fund, From Available Funds, for the
Purpose of Paying for Training Expenses in the Fire Department Investigations Division in
Accordance With Chapter 1701, Occupations Codes.
B. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services - Consent Items
1. M &C P -11224 - Authorize a Sole Source Purchase Agreement with Ozonia North America,
L.L.C., for Preventative Maintenance Services and Replacement Parts for the Water
Department for an Initial Amount of $150,000.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a Sole Source Purchase
Agreement With Ozonia North America, L.L.C., for Preventative Maintenance Services and
Replacement Parts for the Water Department for an Initial Amount of $150,000.00.
2. M &C P -11225 - Authorize the Purchase of Two Box Vans from Philpott Motors, LTD, Using a
Texas Association of School Boards Cooperative Contract, for the Library Department for a
Total Amount of $123,166.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Purchase of Two (2) Box
Vans From Philpott Motors, LTD, Using Texas Association of School Boards Contract No. 358 -10, for
the Library Department for a Total Amount of $123,166.00.
3. M &C P -11226 - Authorize the Purchase of Eight Trucks from Philpott Motors, LTD, Using a
Houston Galveston Area Council Cooperative Contract for Various City Departments for a
Total Amount of $269,466.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Purchase of a Total of Eight
(8) Trucks From Philpott Motors, LTD, Using the Houston Galveston Area Council Contract No.
VE03 -06 for a Total Amount of $269,466.00 for Vehicles Being Acquired for the Following
Departments: Transportation and Public Works, Three (3), Parks and Community Services, Three (3),
Code Compliance, One (1) and Equipment Services, One (1).
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
C. Land - Consent Items
1. M &C L -15171 - Authorize the Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.011 Acres of Land for
Right -of -Way Located at 3569 Binyon Street for the Westcreek Kellis Park Storm Water Utility
Project from Lara M. Tilghman for the Amount of $700.00 and Pay the Estimated Closing Costs
of $1,500.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Acquisition of a Fee Simple
Interest in 0.011 Acre of Land for Right -of -Way Located at 3569 Binyon Street, Described as Lot B1,
Block 10 of South Hills Addition, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, for the Westcreek Kellis Park
Storm Water Utility Project, From Lara M. Tilghman; Find That the Price of $700.00 is Just
Compensation; and Authorize the City Manager or His Designee to Accept the Conveyance, Record
the Appropriate Instruments and Pay Closing Costs up to $1,500.00.
2. M &C L -15172 - Authorize the Acquisition from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
Company of Four Rights -of -Way, One Drainage Easement and Four Temporary Construction
Easements for the Relocation and Construction of John Day Road Located in Tarrant and
Denton Counties for $746,412.00 and Pay the Estimated Closing Costs of $12,000.00 for the
Alliance Airport Runway Extension Project.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager or his
Designee to Accept the Conveyances and Record the Appropriate Instruments and Pay the Agreed -
Upon Compensation and Estimated Closing Costs of $12,000.00; Authorize the Land Acquisition
From Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company of Four (4) Rights -of -Way, One (1) Drainage
Easement and Four (4) Temporary Construction Easements for the Relocation and Construction of
John Day Road Located in Tarrant and Denton Counties for the Total Amount of $746,412.00 for the
Alliance Airport Runway Extension Project; Find That the Total Agreed Upon Price of $746,412.00 is
Just Compensation for the Acquistions.
3. M &C L -15173 - Authorize the Conveyance of an Easement to Oncor Electric Delivery for
Electrical Equipment and Appurtenances to Southside Pump Station on City Property Located
at 1800 Waggoman Street at No Expense to the City of Fort Worth.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Conveyance of an Easement
to Oncor Electric Delivery for Electrical Equipment and Appurtenances to Southside Pump Station on
City Property Located at 1800 Waggoman Street, Described as Lot 1, Block 1, Southside Pump Station
Addition, at No Expense to the City of Fort Worth; and Authorize the Execution and Recording of
Necessary Documents to Complete the Conveyance.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
4. M &C L -15174 - Accept the Dedication of Approximately 6.204 Acres of Parkland and Facility
Improvements from LNR CPI Presidio Apartments, LLC, for Junction Park.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Accept the Dedication of Approximately
6.204 Acres of Parkland Situated in the William McCowan Survey, Abstract No. 999, Intending to be
All of Lot 6, Block A and Being a Portion of That Certain Tract of Land as Described by Deed to LNR
CPI Presidio Apartments, LLC as Recorded in Clerk's Instrument No. D207381129, Being Lot 6,
Block A of Lot 2, Block B and Lots 4 and 6, Block A, the Presidio, an Addition to the City of Fort
Worth, as Recorded in Clerk's Instrument No. D209006968, Deed Records, Tarrant County, Texas and
Facility Improvements from LNR CPI Presidio Apartments, LLC, In Accordance With the
Neighborhood and Community Park Dedication Policy for Junction Park.
E. Award of Contract - Consent Items
1. M &C C -24881 - Authorize an Amendment to Extend the Professional Services Agreement
with Mainline Information Systems, Inc., for Services to Support the City's Mainframe
Operating Environment for the Information Technology Solutions Department Using a General
Services Administration Contract for an Annual Amount of $180,000.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize an Amendment to Extend the
Professional Services Agreement with Mainline Information Systems, Inc., for Services to Support the
City's Mainframe Operating Environment for the Information Technology Solutions Department
Utilizing General Services Administration Contract No. GS- 35F- 0216L, for an Annual Amount of
$180,000.00.
2. M &C C -24882 - Authorize Execution of an Agreement with Environmental Systems Research
Institute to Purchase an On -Line Redistricting Software and Services Solution Using a State of
Texas Department of Information Resources Contract at a Cost Not to Exceed $100,000.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Contract With Environmental Systems Research Institute to Purchase Their On -Line Redistricting
Solution Software Including Licenses and Maintenance Using a State of Texas Department of
Information Resources Contract at a Cost Not to Exceed $100,000.00.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
3. M &C C -24883 - Amend M &C C -24443 to Correct the Terms and Conditions of an Authorized
Economic Development Program Agreement with TD Ameritrade, Inc.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Amend M &C C -24443 to Correct the
Terms and Conditions of an Authorized Economic Development Program Agreement with TD
Ameritrade, Inc.
4. M &C C -24884 - Approve the Use of $614,972.50 from the Fort Worth Housing Trust Fund to
Satisfy the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -2011 HOME Investment Partnerships Program Match
Obligations, Authorize the Transfer of $250,000.00 from the Fort Worth Housing Trust Fund to
the General Fund, Authorize the Expenditure of $250,000.00 to Race Street Lofts, Ltd., for the
Development of the Race Street Lofts Located at 2817 Race Street, Authorize the Execution of a
Contract and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Approve the Use of $614,972.50 From the
Fort Worth Housing Trust Fund to Satisfy the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -2011 HOME Investment
Partnerships Program Match Obligations; Authorize the Transfer of $250,000.00 from the Fort Worth
Housing Trust Fund to the General Fund; Authorize the Expenditure of $250,000.00 to Race Street
Lofts, Ltd., for the Development of the Race Street Lofts, an Affordable Multi- Family Development
Located at 2817 Race Street; Authorize the City Manager or his Designee to Execute a Contract for the
Development With Race Street Lofts, Ltd., for a 20 Year Term to run Concurrently With the HOME
Affordability Period; Authorize The City Manager or his Designee to Amend the Contract if Necessary
to Achieve Project Goals Provided That the Amendment is Within the Scope of the Project and in
Compliance With City Policies and Applicable Laws and Regulations; and Adopt Appropriation
Ordinance No. 19669 -05 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the General
Fund, From Available Funds, for the Purpose of Funding the Development.
5. M &C C -24885 - Authorize Amendment No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 41182, an
Economic Development Program Agreement with Robert G. Muckleroy, for Extension of the
Project Deadline to August 31, 2011.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute
Amendment No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 41182, an Economic Development Program
Agreement With Robert G. Muckleroy, for Extension of the Project Deadline to August 31, 2011.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
6. M &C C -24886 - Authorize Execution of an Agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad
Company in the Amount of $23,539.00 for Rights of Entry for Pavement Improvements
Required at the Railroad Crossing Located on McAlister Road.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute an
Agreement With the Union Pacific Railroad Company in the Amount of $23,539.00 for Rights of
Entry for Pavement Improvements Required at the Railroad Crossing Located on McAlister Road.
7. M &C C -24887 - Authorize Rejection of all Bids for the Ryan Place Neighborhood Traffic
Management Program Improvements and Re- Advertisement of the Project for Bids.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Reject All Bids Received for the Ryan
Place Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Improvements; and Authorize Re- advertising the
Project for Bid at the Earliest Time Possible.
8. M &C C -24888 - Authorize Execution of a Terminal Building Office Lease Agreement for
Suites 107C, 107D and 107E with EAN Holdings, LLC, at Fort Worth Meacham International
Airport.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Terminal Building Office Lease Agreement for Suites 107C, 107D and 107E With EAN Holdings,
LLC, at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
9. M &C C -24889 - Authorize Execution of a Terminal Building Office Lease Agreement for Suite
103 with Rich Aviation Services, LLC, at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Terminal Building Office Lease Agreement for Suite 103 With Rich Aviation Services, LLC, at Fort
Worth Meacham International Airport.
10. M &C C -24890 - Authorize Execution of a Contract in the Amount of $728,292.50 with Tri-
Tech Construction, Inc., for Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Contract 2005, WSM -G on
East Long Avenue, Dana Drive, Hedrick Street, Mesquite Road and Wesley Street and Adopt
Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Contract in the Amount of $728,292.50 With Tri -Tech Construction, Inc., for Water and Sanitary
Sewer Replacement Contract 2005, WSM -G on East Long Avenue From Half Moon Drive to North
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
(C -24890 Continued)
Beach Street; Dana Drive From Hedrick Street to North Beach Street; Hedrick Street From Cindy
Drive to East Long Avenue; Mesquite Road From Dana Drive to Broadway Avenue; and Wesley
Street From Cindy Drive to Hedrick Street; Authorize the Transfer of $825,707.00 From the Water and
Sewer Operating Fund in the Amounts of $501,000.50 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and
$324,706.50 to the Sewer Capital Projects Fund; and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 19670 -05-
2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Water Capital Projects Fund and in
the Sewer Capital Projects Fund From Available Funds, for the Purpose of Funding the Contract.
11. M &C C -24891 - Authorize Execution of a Contract in the Amount of $621,000.00 with
Synagro of Texas -CDR, Inc., for the Cleaning of Digesters No. 9, 10, 11, 12 and 14 at Village
Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Contract in the Amount of $621,000.00 With Synagro of Texas -CDR, Inc., for the Cleaning of
Digesters No. 9, 10, 11, 12 and 14 at Village Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
12. M &C C -24892 - Authorize Execution of an Engineering Agreement in the Amount of
$131,350.00 with Kimley -Horn and Associates, Inc., for West Seventh Street Bridge Water and
Sanitary Sewer Improvements on Fournier Street from River Drive to West Seventh Street and
Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Transfer of $161,350.00
From the Water and Sewer Operating Fund in the Amounts of $120,080.00 to the Water Capital
Projects Fund and $41,270.00 to the Sewer Capital Projects Fund; Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No.
19671 -05 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Water Capital Projects
Fund and in the Sewer Capital Projects Fund, From Available Funds for the Purpose of Funding the
Improvements; and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Engineering Agreement With Kimley-
Horn and Associates, Inc., in the Amount of $131,350.00, for West Seventh Street Bridge Water and
Sanitary Sewer Improvements on Fournier Street and From River Drive to West Seventh Street.
13. M &C C -24893 - Authorize the Application for and Acceptance of, if Awarded, a Grant from
the Texas State Library and Archives Commission in an Amount Up to $285,482.00 for the
Library Department's Inter - Library Loan Program, Authorize Execution of a Grant Agreement
and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
(C -24893 Continued)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Apply for
and Accept, if Awarded, a Grant From the Texas State Library and Archives Commission for the
Library Department's Inter - Library Loan Program Year September 1, 2011, Through August 31, 2012,
in an Amount Up to $285,482.00; Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Grant Agreement With the
Texas State Library and Archives Commission Relating to Such Grants; Adopt Appropriation
Ordinance No. 19672 -05 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Grants
Fund, Subject to the Receipt of the Grant for the Purpose of Funding the Program; and Apply Indirect
Costs Using the Most Recently Approved Indirect Cost Rate of 23 Percent for the Library Department.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY SECRETARY - CONSENT ITEMS
1. OCS - 1811 - Notice of Claims for Alleged Damages and /or Injuries
2. OCS - 1812 - Liability Bonds Approval
End of Consent Agenda
IX. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS INTRODUCTIONS,_ ETC
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Ms. Lois Bogusch, 4 -H Club volunteer, introduced Ms. Lori Thompson, Sculpture Coordinator and
Advisor, Firehouse Gallery and children from the 4HKIDS and presented Art Sculpture Number 5 to
Council Member Hicks.
Ms. Bogusch explained that the East Fort Worth 4 -H Club began as an outreach effort of
Meadowbrook United Methodist Church with help from the Tarrant County Extension Service in an
effort to increase involvement in a changing multi - cultural community. She further stated that the 4 -H
Club brought together children and adults in the community by developing many life- enhancing skills
which gave members a sense of self -worth and achievement. She advised that five (5) years ago Ms.
Thompson started a tradition of collecting objects in the streets and ravines of the West Meadowbrook
area as a way to encourage the members to see the beauty and versatility in "found treasures." She
stated that the art sculpture was number five (5) and was made by the 4HKIDS from trash found during
the Cowtown Cleanup.
Council Member Hicks stated that there was always a wonderful turn out by both adults and young
people at the Cowtown Cleanup and she expressed appreciation for the sculpture.
Mayor Moncrief expressed appreciation to the children from the 4 -H Club for their volunteerism and
stated they were the future leaders of the City. He encouraged them to continue to be good stewards in
the community and set an example for other children.
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1. Upcoming a nd Recent Events
Mayor Pro tem Scarth wished his wife a happy birthday and expressed appreciation to her for the many
years of support.
Council Member Jordan announced that the 5th Annual Family Day was held in Council District 6 on
April 30, 2011. He stated that the event was hugely successful with approximately 2,500 people in
attendance. He expressed appreciation to Police Chief Jeffrey Halstead, the South Division of the
Police Department, the Citizens on Patrol and the Neighborhood Police Officers for their support and
attendance at the event. He also expressed appreciation to Mr. Michael Cohen, event organizer and
member of both the Citizens on Patrol and Red Helmets volunteer programs. He stated Mr. Cohen
suffered a heart attack shortly following the event and advised that Mr. Cohen was recovering and
wished him well.
Council Member Burns announced that May 8, 2011, was Mother's Day and reminded everyone to call
their mother. He also announced that Cinco de Mayo was this week and encouraged everyone to
celebrate. He further announced that MayFest would be held May 5 through 8, 2011, and encouraged
everyone to visit www.mayfest.org for more information. He also advised that the Historic Fairmount
Home Tour would take place May 7 through 8, 2011, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and a parade
would be held on May 7, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. and stated for more information to visit
www.historicfairmount.gM. He further advised that he had been working with the Texas Department
of Transportation (TxDOT) on the annual Click It or Ticket campaign since the death of his brother
Cody Burns seven (7) weeks earlier in a truck accident where he was not wearing a seatbelt. He
announced that the Click It or Ticket campaign would officially kick -off on May 9, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.
He pointed out that the Fort Worth Convention Center (FWCC) Arena would be wrapped with a giant
seatbelt in honor of the event. He stated the passenger who rode with his brother and was wearing a
seatbelt and walked away from the tragic accident would be speaking at the event and encouraged
everyone to attend. He expressed appreciation to TxDOT, the City Special Events staff and the
Convention and Visitors Bureau for coordinating the placement of the seatbelt and the street closures
around the FWCC for the event.
Council Member Moss announced that the grand opening celebration for the Eastland and Buttercup
Apartments was held at 5500 Eastland on April 29, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. He advised that these
apartments were two (2) new quality affordable housing developments in the Stop Six Area and the
total investment was $26M. He also pointed out that the residences at Eastland were among the top
four (4) affordable residential developments in the state and in the country. He expressed appreciation
to Susan Alanis, Assistant City Manager and Jay Chapa, Director and Cynthia Garcia, Assistant
Director, Housing and Economic Development Department.
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(X. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF #1 Continued)
Council Member Zimmerman announced that the Crown Plaza Invitational Golf Tournament would be
held May 16 though 22, 2011. He showed a promotional commercial featuring Mayor Moncrief and
encouraged everyone to attend the tournament. He also provided an overview of the schedule for the
week of the tournament and advised for more information to visit www.crownplazainvitational.com.
Mayor Moncrief advised that the Crown Plaza Golf Tournament was the oldest tournament on the
PGA Tour. He further advised that Council Member Zimmerman had been a volunteer for 24 years
and was in charge of 500 volunteer Marshals.
In observance of recent events regarding the death of Osama Bin Laden, Council Member Jordan
reminded everyone that the United States of America was blessed with freedom and housed the best
military on earth.
2. Recognition of Citizens
There were no citizens recognized at this time.
XI. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
There were no changes in membership on boards and commissions.
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There were no presentations and /or communications from boards, commissions and /or City Council
committees.
XIIL RESOLUTION
1. A Resolution Endorsin2 the Lake Arlingt n Master Plan as it Pertains to the Citv of Fort
Worth.
Mr. Jay Johnson, P.O. Box 50212, Chairman of Lake Shore Council of Neighborhoods, appeared
before Council in support of the resolution endorsing the Lake Arlington Master Plan as it pertained to
the City of Fort Worth. However, he also advised that he did not feel that Fort Worth residents were
provided the same public process and input as the Arlington residents. He stated that he had attended
dozens of meetings over the past two (2) years regarding the Master Plan and this project was very
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(XIII. RESOLUTION Continued)
important. He stated there were criminal activities such as a homicide and fights occurring in the
Eugene McCray Park and the Police Department was not patrolling the area or doing anything to
curtail the crime. He questioned how the Police Department was going to patrol a six (6) mile trail
along the lake when they could not properly patrol a six (6) acre park.
Council Member Hicks advised there were concerns with the criminal activity in Eugene McCray Park
and Cobb Park, but that people should not keep bringing up negative events that occurred in southeast
Fort Worth because it contributed to stereotypes. She further stated that the Police Department
continued to work with Council Member Moss to prevent crime in the parks.
Council Member Moss advised that the main goal of the Lake Arlington Master Plan was to design an
overall plan to protect and guide development around Lake Arlington.
Mayor Moncrief expressed appreciation to Council Member Moss for his hard work on this project and
stated that Council Member Moss had work very hard to secure controlled growth and a sustainable
product around Lake Arlington.
Council Member Moss further advised that although there may have been disinterest by some parties,
there was ample opportunity to participate in this project as four (4) to five (5) notification and
informational mailings were sent to property owners in the area.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks, that Resolution
No. 3983 -05 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0)
nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
XIV. ORDINANCE
Motion: Council Member Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that
Ordinance No. 19673 -05 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to
zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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XV. ZONING HEARING
It appeared to the City Council that the Notice of Special Hearing set today as the date for the hearing
in connection with recommended changes and amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 13896 and that
notice of the hearing had been given by publication in the Fort Worth Star - Telegram, the official
newspaper of the City of Fort Worth, on April 18, 2011.
Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard.
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Mayor Moncrief reminded the Council Members that since there was opposition from the surrounding
property owners this item would require a super majority vote.
Mr. James Schell, 901 Fort Worth Club Building, completed a speaker card in support of Zoning
Docket No. ZC -10 -185, but did not wish to address the City Council.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Espino, Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by
Council Member Burns, that Zoning Docket No. ZC -10 -185 be approved as amended. The
motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino
absent.
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Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
Zoning Docket No. ZC -11 -005 be denied without prejudice. The motion carried
unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks, that Zoning
Docket No. ZC -11 -026 be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero
(0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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Motion: Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks, that Zoning
Docket No. SP -11 -002 be denied without prejudice. The motion carried unanimously eight
(8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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Mr. Richard West, 1059 Thornridge Circle, Argyle, Texas 76226, completed a speaker card in support
of Zoning Docket No. ZC -11 -031, but did not wish to address the City Council.
Motion: Council Member Burdette made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that Zoning
Docket No. ZC -11 -031 be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero
(0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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Mr. Larry Fowler, 777 Main Street, Suite 3800, completed a speaker card in support of Zoning Docket
No. ZC -11 -032, but did not wish to address the City Council.
Motion: Council Member Burdette made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
Zoning Docket No. ZC -11 -032 be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes
to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
Zoning Docket No. ZC -11 -034 be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes
to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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ORDINANCE NO. 19674 -05 -2011
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF FORT WORTH, BEING ORDINANCE NO. 13896, AS AMENDED, SAME BEING AN
ORDINANCE REGULATING AND RESTRICTING THE LOCATION AND USE OF BUILDINGS,
STRUCTURES, AND LAND FOR TRADE, INDUSTRY, RESIDENCE AND OTHER PURPOSES,
THE HEIGHT, NUMBER OF STORIES AND SIZE OF THE BUILDINGS AND OTHER
STRUCTURES, THE SIZE OF YARDS AND OTHER OPEN SPACES, OFF - STREET PARKING
AND LOADING, AND THE DENSITY OF POPULATION, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES
DIVIDING THE MUNICIPALITY INTO DISTRICTS AND THE BOUNDARIES THEREOF UPON
"DISTRICT MAPS "; PURPOSE AND CONFLICT; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE
SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND NAMING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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(ZC -11 -036 Continued)
The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent
XVL REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
B. General
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(G -17267 Continued)
Contributing to the Project through TxDOT; Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement
With Streams and Valleys, Inc., for Cost Participation and Accept Streams and Valleys Contribution in
the Amount up to $865,260.00 for use Towards the Required Local Match to the Project; Authorize the
Transfer of $224,999.87 From the Park Improvements Fund to the Grant Fund Towards the City's
Match; Authorize the Transfer of $13,765.13 From the Park Gas Lease Project Fund to the Grant Fund
Towards the City's Match; and Adopt an Appropriation Ordinance Increasing the Estimated Receipts
And Appropriations in the Grants Fund, Subject to Receipt of Federal Funds From the Federal
Transportation Enhancement Program and Funds From Streams and Valleys, Inc., for the Purpose of
Funding the Project.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Scarth that Mayor and
Council Communication No. G -17267 be approved with appreciation to Ms. Adalaide
Evans, Streams and Valleys, Inc., and Ms. Wanda Conlin, West Meadowbrook
Neighborhood resident and to adopt Resolution No. 3984 -05 -2011 and Appropriation
Ordinance No. 19675 -05 -2011. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0)
nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
(Mayor Pro tem Scarth left his place at the dais.)
a. Rer)ort of City Staff
Mr. Rick Trice, Assistant Director, Planning and Development Department, appeared before Council
and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
Mr. Bob Manthei, applicant, 810 Houston Street, appeared before Council in support of Mayor and
Council Communication No. G -17268 and provided an overview of the waiver request.
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(G -17268 Continued)
Council Member Burdette advised that two (2) wells were drilled on this property eight (8) years prior
and no protected uses existed on the property. He advised that a home was constructed within the
protected use area after the wells existed. He advised he would support this item because the wells
were there first and the property owners should have the right to have their minerals harvested.
c. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Burdette made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17268 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously seven (7) ayes to zero (0) nays, with one (1)
abstention by Mayor Pro tem Scarth and with Council Member Espino absent.
(Council Member Scarth returned to his place at the dais.)
1. M&C L-15175 - Authorize the Sae of Three Tax-Foreclosed Pr eres ocated at
Parker Henderson Road, 2 P ar er Henderson Road and 5700 Parker Henderson Road
Accordance with Section 272. 001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Section 34.05 of the
Texas Prouerty Tax Code for a Total Amount of $51,101.00.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Sale of Three (3) Tax - Foreclosed
Properties Located at 5609 Parker Henderson Road, 5612 Parker Henderson Road and 5700 Parker
Henderson Road in Accordance With Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and
Section 34.05 of the Texas Property Tax Code for a Total Amount of $51,101.00; and Authorize the
City Manager or his Designee to Execute and Record the Appropriate Instruments Conveying the
Properties to the Highest Bidders in Compliance With the Bid Form Specifications to Complete the
Sale.
Council Member Moss advised that this item was the sale of several tracts of tax - foreclosed properties
in District 5 and stated that the purchaser of the land assured him that he would not build anything that
would be detrimental to the area. He advised that he would monitor this project very closely and act
accordingly.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. L -15175 be approved. The motion carried unanimously
eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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The recommendation was that the City Council Declare that the Negotiations Between the City and the
Landowners to Acquire the Permanent Easement Interest in 0.946 Acre of Land for a Permanent
Drainage Facility and Temporary Easement Interest for Temporary Construction in 0.282 Acre of Land
Owned by Verlo J. and Arlene M. Strand Known as 4335 Golden Triangle Boulevard, Block 1, Lot 2,
William McCowan Subdivision, City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, Were Unsuccessful
Because of the Inability to Reach an Agreement on a Purchase Price; Declare the Necessity to Take by
Condemnation the Subject Property for the Easement Interests Needed for the Extension of North
Beach Street From Keller Hicks Road to Golden Triangle Boulevard; Authorize the City Attorney to
Institute Condemnation Proceedings to Acquire the Easement Interests in the Surface Estate, but Not
the Mineral Estate of the Property; and Authorize the Acceptance and Recording of Appropriate
Instruments.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Espino, Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by
Council Member Moss, that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15176 be approved.
The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member
Espino absent.
Sewer Line. (PUBLIC HEARING)
The recommendation was that the City Council Conduct a Public Hearing Under the Guidelines set
Forth by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, Protection of Public Parks and Recreational
Lands; Find That no Feasible or Prudent Alternative Exists to the use of Forest Park for the Location of
Proposed Sanitary Sewer Line; Find That the Proposed Sanitary Sewer Line Includes All Reasonable
Planning to Minimize Harm to the Parkland and Will be Constructed in Forest Park as Specified; and
Close the Public Hearing and Authorize the Use of Approximately 0.59 Acre Located at 1500 -2000
Colonial Parkway, Mapsco: 76N, P, and K, South of the Clear Fork Trinity River, West of Rogers
Avenue, Intersected by University Drive, North of Colonial Parkway, Northeast of Winton Terrace,
East of Terminus of Wescott Road, Intersected by Park Hill Drive, East of Sandage Avenue, North of
Mc Pherson Avenue, West of McCart Avenue, West of Forest Park Boulevard, Intersected by Park
Place, Intersected by Colonial Parkway, West at Terminus of Forest Park, for the Installation of 16-
Inch, 30 -Inch and 42 -Inch Sanitary Sewer Line.
Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard.
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(L -15177 Continued)
a. BgR2Lt of City Staff
Mr. Richard Zavala, Director, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared before Council
and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
There was no one present desiring to be heard in connection with the public hearing.
c. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Scarth, that the public
hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15177 be approved.
The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member
Espino absent.
Authorize Amement with Texas Midstream Gas Services LLC,.in
the Amount of $104,720.65. JPUBLIC HEARING)
The recommendation was that the City Council Conduct a Public Hearing Under the Guidelines set
Forth by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, Protection of Public Parks and Recreational
Lands; Find That no Feasible or Prudent Alternative Exists to the use of Harmon Park for the Location
of the Proposed Natural Gas Pipeline; Find That the Proposed Natural Gas Pipeline Includes All
Reasonable Planning to Minimize Harm to the Parkland and Will be Constructed in Harmon Park; and
Close the Public Hearing and Authorize the use of Approximately 1.017 Acres of Dedicated Parkland
of Harmon Park Located at 1501 Martin Luther King Freeway, Mapsco: 63X -Y and 7713-C, East of
North South FWY SR NB, West of West Fork Trinity River, South of the Trinity Railway Express RR,
for the Installation of a 10 -Inch Natural Gas Pipeline; and Authorize the Execution of a License
Agreement With Texas Midstream Gas Services, LLC, in the Amount of $104,720.65.
Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard.
a. e
Mr. Richard Zavala, Director, Parks and Community Service, appeared before Council and provided a
staff report.
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(L -15178 Continued)
Council Member Hicks requested clarification on the timeline for this project. Mr. Zavala advised that
the installation of the pipeline would be completed by June 12, 2011, which was the beginning of
soccer season and the parking lot would be completed by September 21, 2011, but temporary parking
would be provided.
b. Citizen Presentations
There was no one present desiring to be heard in connection with the public hearing.
c. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that the
public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15178 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Member Espino absent.
E. Planning & Zoning
North Sector in Accordance with the 2011 Comprehensive Plan.
The recommendation was that the City Council Approve the Annexation Timetable for Proposed City -
Initiated Annexation of Approximately 15.8 Acres of Land, Located on the North Freeway, I -35W,
South of Highway 114 and East of Championship Parkway, AX -11 -003 North Freeway, 1-3 5W ROW,
in the Far North Sector, for Full Purposes in Compliance With the Requirements of Chapter 43 of the
Local Government Code of the State of Texas; and Direct Staff to Prepare a Service Plan That
Provides for the Extension of Full Municipal Services to the Annexation Area in Accordance With the
2011 Comprehensive Plan.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Espino, Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by
Council Member Moss, that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2934 be approved.
The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member
Espino absent.
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The recommendation was that the City Council Approve the Annexation Timetable for Proposed City -
Initiated Annexation and Authorize the City Manager to Initiate Zoning Changes Of Approximately
0.3 Acre of Land, Located South of Litsey Road and East of Cleveland -Gibbs Road, AX -11 -004 4561
Lakeside Hollow Street, in the Far North Sector, for Full Purposes in Compliance With the
Requirements of Chapter 43 of the Local Government Code of the State of Texas; and Direct Staff to
Prepare a Service Plan That Provides for the Extension of Full Municipal Services to the Annexation
Area in Accordance With the 2011 Comprehensive Plan.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Espino, Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by
Council Member Zimmerman, that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2935 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Member Espino absent.
(Council Member Jordan left his place at the dais.)
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The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement
With TW Telecom Holdings Inc., to Provide Telecommunications Services at Multiple City of Fort
Worth Sites for the Information Technology Solutions Department Using General Services
Administration Contract Number GS- 35F -0426R at an Annual Cost Not to Exceed $500,000.00.
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Scarth made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -24894 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously seven (7) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Jordan and Espino
absent.
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Dallas/Fort and the City of Fort Worth to Provide Gas Well Inspector Service at
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(C -24895 Continued)
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize an Additional Two (2) Year Extension to the
Interlocal Agreement, City Secretary Contract No. 3 53 62, Between the Dallas/Fort Worth International
Airport Board and the City of Fort Worth to Provide Gas Well Inspector Service at Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport.
Motion: Council Member Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -24895 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously seven (7) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Jordan and Espino
absent.
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Clover Circle, Heathcote Street, Riverside Drive,
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Public Right -
of -Way Use Agreement With Texas Midstream Gas Services, LLC, Granting a License to Construct
and Operate a Natural Gas Gathering Pipeline Across Northside Drive, West of Mercado Drive, Along
Leota Street, From South of Greenfield Avenue to North of Delga Street, Across East First Street, East
of I -35, Across East Fourth Street, East of Maple Street, Across Clover Circle, South of Fourth Street,
Across Heathcote Street, East of I -35, Across Riverside Drive, South of Lancaster Avenue, Across
East Avenue, East of Riverside Drive and Across Cromwell Street, North of Daggett Avenue for a One
(1) Time License Fee of $91,349.50.
Mr. Charles Davis, representing Chesapeake Energy, 100 Energy Way, appeared before Council in
support of Mayor and Council Communication No. C -24896 and relative to the support of the
Greenway Neighborhood over the past two (2) years. He stated that Chesapeake was donating
$30,000.00 for improvements to Delga Park and urged the Council to approve this item.
(Council Member Jordan returned to his place at the dais.)
Council Member Hicks expressed appreciation to the City of Fort Worth staff, TxDOT and the Tindall
family for their hard work and support of the project and stated she was happy to see this project
moving forward.
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zimmerman, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -24896 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Member Espino absent.
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4. M&C C-24897 - Authorize a Five-Year Tax Abatement Agreement with Spoon ndus s I c.,
r Property Located at 7 3 South Freewa y a ast Allen Avenue in the Evans and
Rosedale Neighborhood Empower ent Zone.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the City Manager to Enter into a Five (5)
Year Tax Abatement Agreement With Spoon Industries Inc., for the Property at 1703 South Freeway
and 800 East Allen in the Evans and Rosedale Neighborhood Empowerment Zone in Accordance With
the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone Tax Abatement Policy and Basic Incentives.
Council Member Hicks expressed appreciation to the Housing and Economic Development
Department staff and to Mr. Andre McEwing, with Southeast Fort Worth, Inc. for their support of this
proj ect.
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -24897 be approved with appreciation to the Housing and
Economic Development Department and to Mr. Andre McEwing, with Southeast Fort
Worth, Inc. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Member Espino absent.
5. MSC C -24898 - Authorize Execution of a Contract in the Amount of $1,389,313.75 with
Conatser Construction r Pavement Reconstruction and ater and Sa it ry Sewer
Main Replacement on Portions of Caters Avenue, Osborne Lane, Ranson► Terrace and Plant
Avenue and Adopt Appropriation r l a ce.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Transfer of $410,570.47 From the Water
and Sewer Fund to the Capital Projects Fund in the Amount of $221,799.55 and Sewer Capital Projects
Fund in the Amount of $188,770.92; Adopt an Appropriation Ordinance Increasing the Estimated
Receipts and Appropriations in the Water Capital Projects Fund and in the Sewer Capital Projects
Fund, From Available Funds, for the Purpose of Funding Pavement Reconstruction and Water and
Sanitary Sewer Main Replacements on Portions of Capers Avenue, Osborne Lane, Ransom Terrace
and Plant Avenue; and Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract With Conatser Construction
TX, LP, in the Amount of $1,389,313.75 for the Reconstruction and Replacements.
Council Member Moss advised of the particularly unsafe roadway conditions of Capers Avenue and
Plant Avenue and stated that citizens had expressed concerns for the safety of children in the area
relative to the drainage ditches. He stated that the roads had been on the list and were identified for
repair and he was happy to be making progress in the area. He expressed appreciation to the
Transportation and Public Works Department staff.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -24898 be approved and Appropriation Ordinance No.
19676 -05 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Member Espino absent.
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XVIL CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
Mr. Joe Don Brandon, P.O. Box 1155, completed a citizen presentation card and was recognized by
Mayor Moncrief but was not present in the Council Chamber.
Ms. Peggy Pichardo, 10501 Splitridge, appeared before Council regarding customer service issues in
the Water Department when dealing with a faulty meter on her property which produced an overage on
her water bill. She stated that she spoke to 18 employees in the Water Department and advised that all
were rude and unhelpful. She stated that she contacted Assistant City Secretary Ron Gonzales, who
provided prompt and respectful customer service and follow up and stated she was very grateful. She
also advised that she requested that the faulty meter that was removed from her property not be
destroyed, as it was evidence, should this issue could have gone to court. She pointed out that when
she called the Water Department to follow up on this matter, she was told that the meter was destroyed.
Mr. Andy Cronberg, Assistant Director, Water Department, appeared before Council and advised he
was aware of the issue and stated Ms. Pichardo had received a refund and that action would be taken to
ensure the customer service representatives in the department would receive additional training as
appropriate.
Mayor Moncrief requested a report be provided to Council detailing how this situation was resolved.
Mr. Tony Abbs, 5016 Lincoln Oaks North #709, appeared before Council relative to an issue he
addressed on February 8, 2011, with his daughter and a Police Officer at his daughter's school. He
advised that the Officer had filed a false report and stated that he had filed a complaint with the Police
Officer's supervisor and nothing had been done to remedy the situation. He stated that he had a witness
and a signed statement saying that the police report was falsified, which he given to Police Chief
Halstead and other appropriate Police Department staff. He stated that young African American men
were being railroaded and unfairly targeted.
Mayor Moncrief advised Mr. Abbs that this issue had been turned over to Police Department Internal
Affairs Division.
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XIX. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Moncrief encouraged everyone to be mindful of the freedom that all citizens have in this
country. He also acknowledged the skills of the military and dedication of the government to protect
the people. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the 10th day of May, 2011.
Attest:
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Marty HAndrix
City Secretary