HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011/10/04-Minutes-City CouncilCITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 4, 2011
Present:
Mayor Betsy Price
Mayor Pro tem W. B. "Zim" Zimmerman, District 3
Council Member Daniel Scarth, District 4
Council Member Frank Moss, District 5
Council Member Kathleen Hicks, District 8
Council Member Joel Burns, District 9
Absent:
Council Member Salvador Espino, District 2
Council Member Jungus Jordan, District 6
Council Member Dennis Shingleton, District 7
Staff Present:
Tom Higgins, Interim City Manager
Sarah Fullenwider, City Attorney
Marty Hendrix, City Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum of the City Council Members present, Mayor Price called the regular session of the
Fort Worth City Council to order at 10:05 a.m., on Tuesday, October 4, 2011, in the City Council
Chamber of the Fort Worth City Hall, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102, with
Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
IL INVOCATION m Dr. Jinn Conner Genesis [Jnited Methodist Church
The invocation was provided by Dr. Jim Conner, Genesis United Methodist Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
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Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth that the
minutes of the regular meeting of September 27, 2011, be approved. The motion carried
unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and
Shingleton absent.
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There were no items to be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda.
There were no items to be continued or withdrawn by staff.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the
Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
A. General - Consent Items
1. M &C G -17404 - Authorize Temporary Closure of W. R. Watt Drive, Burnett -Tandy Drive,
and Gendy Street for Twenty -Eight Days Beginning Monday, January 9, 2012 through Sunday,
February 5, 2012 and Trinity Park Drive for Nine Days During the 2012 Southwestern
Exposition and Livestock Show.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Approve the Request of the Southwestern
Exposition and Livestock Show to Temporarily Close the Following Streets for 28 Days Beginning
Monday, January 9, 2012, Through Sunday, February 5, 2012: W. R. Watt Drive From Harley to
Burnett -Tandy Drive; Burnett -Tandy Drive West to Gendy Street; Gendy Street From Harley North to
Lancaster Avenue; and Trinity Park Drive From University Drive to Crestline Road for Nine (9) Days
During the 2012 Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show (January 19, 2012, January 20, 2012,
January 23, 2012, January 25, 2012, January 26, 2012, January 30, 2012, January 31, 2012, February
1, 2012, and February 3, 2012).
2. M &C G -17405 - Authorize Office of Emergency Management to Apply for the Fiscal Year
2012 Emergency Management Performance Grant, if Awarded the Grant, Authorize Execution
of a Related Grant Contract with the Texas Division of Emergency Management in the
Estimated Amount of $144,426.00, Authorize Transfer of $144,426.00 as Required for the City's
Fifty Percent Match from the General Fund to the Grants Fund, Authorize Interfund Loan for
Fiscal Year 2012 Expenditures, Authorize Transfer of Certain Funds and Eligible Grant Costs
and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
(G -17405 Continued)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize Office of Emergency
Management to Apply for the Fiscal Year 2012 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
From the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) of Approximately $144,426.00 to
Reimburse Expenditures From the City's Emergency Management Program (EMP); if Awarded the
Grant, Authorize Acceptance of and Execution of a Grant Contract With the TDEM for the Amount of
the Award, Estimated to be Approximately $144,426.00; Authorize a Non - Interest Bearing Interfund
Loan From the General Fund to the Grants Fund, for Interim Financing to Secure Continuation of the
EMP From One (1) Grant Funding Period to the Next; Authorize Transfer of the Office of Emergency
Management Funds From the General Fund to the Grants Fund in the Amount of $144,426.00 as the
City's Match for the Grant; Authorize Transfer of Eligible Grant Costs From General Fund to Grants
Fund; and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 19928 -10 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and
Appropriations in the Grants Fund in the Amount of $288,852.00, Subject to Receipt of the Fiscal Year
2012 EMPG From the TDEM, for the Purpose of Reimbursing the City's EMP.
3. M &C G -17406 - Authorize Transfer of $973,483.58 from the Fiscal Year 2011 Water and
Sewer Fund to the Fort Worth Public Art Program for Administration, Annual Maintenance,
New Projects, and the Conservation Fund and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Transfer of $973,483.58
From the Fiscal Year 2010 -2011 Water and Sewer Fund to the Fort Worth Public Art Program for
Administration, Annual Maintenance, New Projects and the Conservation Fund; Adopt Appropriation
Ordinance No. 19929 -10 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Specially
Funded Capital Projects Fund, From Available Funds, for the Water Department Contribution to
Public Art Funding.
4. M &C G -17407 - Adopt Ordinance Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in
the Special Trust Fund by $25,000.00 for Donations to the Water /Garbage Fee Assistance and
Plumbing Repair Program.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No.
19930 -10 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Special Trust Fund in the
Amount of $25,000.00, From Available Funds, for the Purpose of Providing Funds to the
Water /Garbage Fee Assistance and Plumbing Repair Program.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
B. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services - Consent Items
1. M &C P -11305 - Authorize Non - Exclusive Purchasing Agreements for Paint and Related Items
with Akzo Nobel Paints, LLC d /b /a Glidden Professional Paints Center, Kelly -Moore Paint
Company Inc., Stellar Acquisition Corporation d /b /a Kwal Paint, PPG Architectural Finishes,
Inc., and The Sherwin - Williams Company for All City Departments for a Combined Amount of
$250,000.00 for the First Year.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize Non - Exclusive Purchasing
Agreements for Paint and Related Items With Akzo Nobel Paints, LLC d /b /a Glidden Professional
Paints Center, Kelly -Moore Paint Company, Inc., Stellar Acquisition Corporation d /b /a Kwal Paint,
PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc., and The Sherwin- Williams Company for All City Departments for a
Combined Amount of $250,000.00 for the First Year.
2. M &C P -11306 - Authorize Non - Exclusive Purchase Agreements with Fox Scientific, Inc.,
Fisher Scientific Company LLC, ISC BioExpress, and A Daigger & Company Inc., for
Laboratory Supplies and Consumables for the Water Department for $200,000.00 for the First
Year.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize Non - Exclusive Purchase
Agreements With Fox Scientific, Inc., Fisher Scientific Company, LLC, ISC BioExpress, and
A. Daigger & Company, Inc., for Laboratory Supplies and Consumables for the Water Department,
for $200,000.00 for the First Year.
C. Land - Consent Items
1. M &C L -15262 - Authorize Lease Agreement with Monroe Street Professional Building,
Limited, for Office Space of Approximately 2,440 Square Feet of Office Space Located at 900
Monroe Street for the Transportation and Public Works Department in an Annual Rent Amount
of $35,380.00, Plus Operating Expenses.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Lease
Agreement With Monroe Street Professional Building, Limited, for Office Space of 2,440 Square Feet
Located at 900 Monroe Street for the Transportation and Public Works Department in an Amount Not
to Exceed $35,380.00 Annually, Plus Operating Expenses.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
2. M &C L -15263 - Authorize Acquisition of Easement Interests in 0.131 Acres of Land for a
Permanent Drainage Facility Easement and 0.169 Acres for a Temporary Construction
Easement, Located at 4301 Briarhaven Road from Richard N. Abrams, Julienne Gail Martinez
Abrams and Richard N. Abrams Trust, in the Amount of $110,000.00 and Pay the Estimated
Closing Cost of $6,000.00 for a Total Cost of $116,000.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Approve the Acquisition of Easement
Interests in 0.131 Acre of Land for a Permanent Drainage Facility Easement and 0.169 Acre of Land
for a Temporary Construction Easement, Described as Lot 1, Block 82 -A, Westcliff Addition, From
Richard N. Abrams, Julienne Gail Martinez Abrams and Richard N. Abrams Trust, to Construct the
Summercrest Court Drainage Improvements to Alleviate Flooding on Summercrest Court, for
$110,000.00 and Pay the Estimated Closing Cost of $6,000.00; Find the Amount of $110,000.00 is Just
Compensation; and Authorize the Acceptance and Recording of Appropriate Instruments.
3. M &C L -15264 - Authorize Acquisition of Fee Simple Interest in 0.1400 Acres of Vacant Land
for the Central Arlington Heights Drainage Improvements Project, Located at 2101 Hulen Street
from Garland Lasater Jr. for $155,000.00 and Pay the Estimated Closing Cost of $5,000.00 for a
Total Cost of $160,000.00.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Acquisition of Fee Simple
Interest in the Vacant Lot Located at 2101 Hulen Street, Described as Lots 19 and 20, Block 39,
Chamberlain Heights First Addition, Fort Worth, Texas, From Garland Lasater, Jr.; Find That the Total
Purchase Price of $155,000.00 is Just Compensation; and Authorize the City Manager or his Designee
to Accept the Conveyance, Record the Appropriate Instrument and to Pay the Estimated Closing Cost
Up to $5,000.00.
E. Award of Contract - Consent Items
1. M &C C -25200 - Authorize Execution of a Communications Systems Agreement with the City
of Saginaw for Participation in the City of Fort Worth's Two -Way Public Safety Radio System
at No Cost to the City of Fort Worth.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute a
Communications Systems Agreement With the City of Saginaw for Participation in the City of Fort
Worth's Two (2) Way Public Safety Radio System for Mutual Aid Purposes at No Cost to the City of
Fort Worth.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
2. M &C C -25201 - Authorize Execution of a Contract with the Texas Department of
Transportation and the Tarrant/Dallas County Toy Run for Temporary Closure of Houston
Street from Second Street to Seventh Street Beginning Sunday, December 18, 2011 through
Sunday, December 18, 2011 for the Annual Tarrant/Dallas County Toy Run.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Contract
With the Texas Department of Transportation to Temporarily Close Houston Street, From Second
Street to Seventh Street for Seven (7) Hours Beginning Sunday, December 18, 2011, at 7:00 a.m., and
Ending Sunday, December 18, 2011, at 2:00 p.m.; and Authorize the Execution of a Contract With
Tarrant/Dallas County Toy Run to Temporarily Close Houston Street, From Second Street to Seventh
Street for the event.
3. M &C C -25202 - Authorize Execution of an Agreement with Latin Arts Association of Fort
Worth for Management of the City's Vertical Street Banner Program on North Main Street
from Northside Drive to NW 23rd Street and Waive a Banner Policy Requirement of City
Council Committee Recommendation.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Vertical
Banner Program Management Agreement With Latin Arts Association of Fort Worth for Management
of the City's Vertical Street Banner Program in the Near Northside on North Main Street, From
Northside Drive to NW 23rd Street; and Waive the Banner Policy Requirement of a City Council
Committee Making a Recommendation to the City Council.
4. M &C C -25203 - Authorize Execution of a Contract with Tejas Commercial Construction,
LLC, in the Amount of $431,359.00 for the Quail Run Drainage Improvements.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Contract
With Tejas Commercial Construction, LLC, in the Amount of $431,359.00 for Construction of the
Quail Run Drainage Improvements.
5. M &C C -25204 - Ratify Application and Authorize Acceptance of the United States
Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice's Fiscal Year 2011 Paul Coverdell Forensic
Science Improvement Grant in the Amount of $121,342.20, Authorize Execution of a Related
Contract with National Institute of Justice and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Ratify Application for the Fiscal Year
2011 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant From the United States Department of
Justice, National Institute of Justice, in the Amount of $121,342.20; Authorize Acceptance of the Grant
Funds, if Awarded, by Execution of a Contract With the National Institute of Justice for That Purpose;
and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 19931 -10 -2011 Increasing the Estimated Receipts and
Appropriations in the Grants Fund, Subject to Receipt of Grant, for the Purpose of Improving the
Quality and Timeliness of Forensic Services.
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(VII. CONSENT AGENDA Continued)
6. M &C C -25205 - Authorize Two Year License Agreement with Fiesta Mart, Inc., for a Total of
$28,800.00 to Continue Lease of Office Space Located at 4245 East Berry Street for the Water
Department.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Two (2) Year
License Agreement With Fiesta Mart, Inc., to Continue Leasing Approximately 130 Square Feet for
the Water Department Satellite Customer Service Center in Fiesta Mart, Inc., at 4245 East Berry Street
Located at the Corner of Miller and Berry Streets for a Total Cost of $28,800.00 for Two (2) Years at
$1,200.00 per Month; and Authorize the Term of This License Agreement to Begin October 1, 2011,
and Terminate September 30, 2013.
7. M &C C -25206 - Authorize Two Year License Agreement with Fiesta Mart, Inc., for a Total of
$26,400.00 to Continue Lease of Satellite Office Space Located at 102 Northwest 28th Street for
the Water Department and Municipal Court.
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the Execution of a Two (2) Year
License Agreement With Fiesta Mart, Inc., to Continue Leasing Approximately 180 Square Feet for
the Water Department and Municipal Court Satellite Customer Service Center in the Carnival Food
Store at 102 Northwest 28th Street Located at the Corner of Northwest 28th Street and North Main
Street for a Total Cost of $26,400.00 for Two (2) Years at $1,100.00 per Month; and Authorize the
Term of This License Agreement to Begin October 1, 2011, and Terminate September 30, 2013.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY SECRETARY - CONSENT ITEMS
1.00S -1829 - Notice of Claims for Alleged Damages and /or Injuries
End of Cosent Agenda.
IX. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS, ETC,.
1. Presentation of Proclamation for Cares Enough to e r Pink Day
Mayor Price presented the Proclamation for Cares Enough to Wear Pink Day to David Dodson,
Lieutenant, Fire Department and stated the "Cares Enough to Wear Pink" campaign was the fastest
growing movement in the nation which was dedicated to selflessly putting women first in the fight
against breast cancer while bringing love and hope to communities around the United States. She
further stated that in the United States, breast cancer was the most commonly diagnosed cancer among
women and the second most cause of death from cancer in women in 2011. She pointed out that an
estimated 288,130 women would be diagnosed with breast cancer and 39,520 of those would lose their
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fight against this horrible disease. She advised that the Fort Worth Fire Fighters Association in
conjunction with the Fort Worth Fire Department, along with thousands of firefighters across the state
of Texas, were honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month through participation in the "Cares Enough
to Wear Pink" campaign by wearing and selling pink T -shirts that would benefit the Joan Katz Breast
Cancer Endowment Fund at All Saints Health Foundation. She advised that the Joan Katz Breast
Center at All Saint Baylor Medical Center provided services and programs, free of charge, to patients
as well as their families from the moment of diagnosis through wellness which included education,
patient navigation, social services, emotional support, nutrition, fitness and wellness. She stated that
the City of Fort Worth, the Fort Worth Fire Department and the Fort Worth Fire Fighters Association
encouraged all citizens to wear pink on Tuesday, October 4, 2011, and show their love and support for
women like Joan Katz, a three (3) time breast cancer survivor, as they courageously fought a battle for
their lives.
Lieutenant Dodson expressed appreciation to the Mayor and Council for the Proclamation and stated
the Fire Department was very excited about their partnership with the Joan Katz Breast Center at
Baylor All Saints Medical Center and added that residents were very lucky to have such a wonderful
facility in the City.
Mr. Steve Newton, President, Baylor All Saint Medical Center, expressed appreciation for the support
of this important cause and stated their facilities were ready to assist each woman from the initial
diagnosis and provide the highest quality care and treatment possible.
2. Presentation of Proclamation for Bullying Awareness Day
Council Member Burns presented the Proclamation for Bullying Awareness Day and stated that
bullying, the abusive treatment, use of force or coercion to affect others, fostered a climate of fear and
disrespect that seriously impaired the physical and psychological health of its victims and created
conditions that negatively affected learning, thereby undermining the ability of youth to achieve their
full potential. He further stated that bullying came in various forms and the statistics showed that the
United States had a growing problem among teens with most incidents taking place inside the school,
while a smaller number of them occurred outside on the school grounds, on the school bus or on the
way to and from school. He advised that the reasons for bullying included race, gender, physical or
mental disability, religious affiliation and sexual orientation. He pointed out that a growing number of
those targeted opted to commit suicide rather than continue to suffer or seek outside assistance. He
stated that the City of Fort Worth and the Fort Worth Independent School District encouraged all
citizens to do their part in ensuring that all children had a safe, caring and respectful place to learn and
socialize. He added that by empowering the youth to stand up and acknowledge the affects that
bullying had on those being targeted, we could make a difference and improve the world for future
generations. He advised that the Texas House of Representatives passed HB 1942 to address the
problem of bullying, cyber bullying and harassment in Texas Schools. He stated it was crucial to keep
addressing these concerns and saving lives and encouraged everyone to reach out to their local youth.
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3. Presentation of Proclamation for Vim iz Centennial Celebration ay
Council Member Burns presented the Proclamation for Vin -Fiz Centennial Celebration Day to Kent
Penney, Director, Aviation Department and stated on September 17, 1911, Calbraith P. Rodgers set off
on a historic voyage to be the first person to pilot an aircraft across North America in a Wright EX
biplane, the "Vin -Fiz Flyer," from Sheepshead Bay, New York, landing in Fort Worth, Texas on
October 17, 1911. He further stated that on October 18, 2011, Calbraith P. Rodgers performed a 41
minute demonstration flight, from Fort Worth to the State Fair Grounds in Dallas and then returned to
Fort Worth before continuing on to his final destination of Pasadena, California, where he landed on
November 5, 1911. He pointed out that the City of Fort Worth had an illustrious aviation history with
aviation performing a vital role in local economies in the form of airline, business, military and
recreation. He also stated that the City recognized and celebrated the impact that the accomplishments
of Calbraith P. Rodgers and the "Vin -Fiz Flyer" brought to commercial air travel, air mail and to
aeronautics society as a whole. He further stated that after 100 years, from the landing of the Vin -Fiz at
Ryan's pasture on October 17, 1911, the City still stood as a historic beacon in the advancement of the
aviation industry and would recognize the momentous day at Ryan Place Park on October 15, 2011. He
also recognized members from the North Texas Aviation Centennial Committee who were in the
audience.
Mr. Penney expressed appreciation to the Mayor and Council for the Proclamation and to the Ryan
Place Neighborhood Association for recognizing this important event in the City's aviation history.
Council Member Burns pointed out that Ryan Place moved their annual Chili Cook -off event to
October 15, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and encouraged everyone to attend the event.
4. Presentation of Proclamation Eugene McCray Park Clean -Ut) Dav
Council Member Moss presented the Proclamation for Eugene McCray Park Clean -Up Day to Mr. Jay
Johnson, Event Organizer and Mrs. Mary McCray and stated after the rainfall on September 8, 2010,
Eugene McCray Park, which sat on the western shore of Lake Arlington, experienced a high flood
which filled the area with trash and debris. He stated that the community response was immediate and
at the Eugene McCray Park Clean -Up in 2010 nearly 40 volunteers, including both area residents and
City staff, came together to clean the park collecting over 30 bags of trash in only three (3) hours. He
further stated that the clean -up was a great success as these 30 bags worth of trash prevented
contamination of Lake Arlington which served as a drinking reservoir for Tarrant County. He advised
that the second Annual Eugene McCray Park Clean -Up would be held on October 8, 2011, in an effort
to further bring positive attention to this great park so that all who visited would have a safe and clean
place to go.
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Mr. Johnson advised that the second annual Eugene McCray Park Clean -up would be held on
October 8, 2011, in an effort to further bring positive attention to this great park. He stated free
breakfast and lunch would be provided to the volunteers and added that the t -shirts were free and
available while supplies lasted.
Mrs. McCray expressed appreciation to the Mayor and Council for the Proclamation and to Mr.
Johnson and Tarrant County Commissioner Roy Brooks for participating in the event and stated her
late husband Eugene McCray would be very proud of Mr. Johnson and the work everyone had done in
the park.
5. Presentation by Tarrant Net
Mr. Sultan Cole, Project United Director, Tarrant Net, and Reverend Bruce Datcher, Ebenezer
Missionary Baptist Church expressed appreciation to Mayor Price for her support of the Tarrant Net
initiative and presented her with a framed and signed picture of the event. He stated that Tarrant Net
was an organization committed to transforming Tarrant County by networking churches together to
serve the community. He pointed out that the "Summer of Hope Initiative, Project Unite: Back to
School Extravaganza" which occurred this summer in Southeast Fort Worth was a great success and
was sponsored by Tarrant Net, Brighter Outlook, Inc., Stop the Violence, Inc., a number of churches,
businesses and community stakeholders.
Reverend Datcher expressed appreciation to the Mayor and Council for their support of
underprivileged communities and also commended Council Member Moss for his service in District 5.
Mayor Price stated that 500 children attended this event and it was a wonderful public - private
partnership in the community.
Council Member Moss agreed that this was a wonderful event and an example of everyone working
together in the City for an important cause.
6. Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to the North Texas Chanter of the Leukemia and
L ymnhoma Society
Council Member Hicks presented a Certificate of Recognition to Dr. Patricia R. Thomson, Executive
Director, North Texas Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and expressed appreciation to
Dr. Thomson and the Society for their commitment to fight the various blood cancers.
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Dr. Thomson provided a PowerPoint presentation and stated that September was Leukemia,
Lymphoma and Myeloma Awareness Month. She further stated that blood cancers currently afflicted
more than 958,000 people in the United States, with an estimated 137,000 new cases diagnosed each
year. She advised that the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society maintained an office in North Texas to
support patients with these diseases and their family members in the State of Texas. She pointed out
that the North Texas Chapter was one (1) of 66 chapters across the nation, with additional branches in
Canada and added that the North Texas Chapter ranked in the top 10 of all chapters nationwide within
the Society. She also invited everyone to attend the Light the Night walk on October 23, 2011, at
5:00 p.m. on West 7th Street.
Mayor Price requested that the Citizen Presentation by Mr. Darryl Washington, Washington
International, regarding Knock Out for Education be moved up on the Agenda.
Mr. Darryl Washington, Washington International, made a presentation relative to Knock Out for
Education he stated the event was held on September 29, 2011, at Dunbar High School. He stated the
event was well attended by local dignitaries and added the event was sponsored by Great Commission
of Fort Worth, Texas. He presented Mayor Price with a boxing belt for her support of the event.
Mayor Price stated that this was another example of a great public - private partnership in the
community and expressed appreciation to Mr. Washington for his support of education.
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1. Upcoming and Recent Events
Council Member Moss announced that last week was very busy and stated the meeting held regarding
a triangle area of land at the corner of Ramey Place and Stalcup Road was very productive. He also
stated a ribbon cutting ceremony was held for a new Buddhist Temple in District 5 and was attended
by thousands of people. Council Member Moss announced that the Historic Handley Community
would host their Annual Handley Festival on October 8, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. He stated
the event would feature antique cars and information about historic sites around the Handley
Community.
Council Member Burns announced that the final performance of First Friday on the Green would be
held on October 7, 2011, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., located behind the Paris Coffee Shop. He also
announced that Fall Arts Goggle would be held on October 8, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and
stated for more information to visit w;w;w.f6rtwort ns ;uth ng. He also expressed appreciation to Mayor
Price for attending the Tarrant County Gay Pride Parade on October 1, 2011, and stated it was a fun
and well attended event.
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• Mr. Robert West — City Zoning Commission, Place No. 3, with term expiring October 1, 2013
Reappointments:
• Mr. Charles Team, IV — Appeals Board, Place No. 3, with term expiring September 30, 2013
• Mr. William Lawson — Aviation Advisory Board, Place No. 3, with term expiring October 1,
2013
• Ms. Barbara Worthley — Board of Adjustment, Residential, Place No. 3, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
• Ms. Deanna Maxwell — Library Advisory Board, Place No. 3, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
• Mr. Jim Tidwell — City Plan Commission, Place No. 3, with term expiring October 1, 2013
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(XI. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL #1 Continued)
• Ms. Elizabeth McCune — Fort Worth Commission for Women, Place No. 3, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
• Mr. Harry Butcher — Community Development Council, Place No. 3, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
• Ms. JoAn Earl — Historical and Cultural Landmarks Commission, Place No. 3, with term
expiring
October 1, 2013
• Mr. Andrew Nuttall — Parks and Community Services Advisory Board, Place No. 3, with term
expiring October 1, 2013
The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan
and Shingleton absent.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks, that the
following individuals be appointed and reappointed to various boards and commissions
effective October 4, 2011, with terms expiring as reflected:
Appointment:
• Ms. Jamie Martinez — Community Development Council, Place No. 9, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
Reappointments:
• Mr. Joe Ralph Martinez — Building Standards Commission, Place No. 9, with term expiring
September 30, 2013
• Ms. Melissa Mitchell — Fort Worth Commission for Women, Place No. 9, with term expiring
October 1, 2013
The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan
and Shingleton absent.
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PRESENTATIONS c ND/OR COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARDS,
AND/OR CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES
1. Report by the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission
Mr. Robert Adams, Chair, Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission, spoke before the Council on
their 2011 concerns, issues, goals and accomplishments.
Mayor Price expressed appreciation to Mr. Adams for his service to the City and stated that preserving
the City's heritage was important and made Fort Worth a special place to live.
Council Member Burns expressed appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Adams for their stewardship in the
City and for their assistance with the restoration project relative to the Forest Park Towers. He stated
the renovation was almost complete and a celebration would take place in November 2011.
Council Member Scarth also expressed his appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Adams for their service to the
community.
Council Member Hicks expressed appreciation to Mr. Adams and all of the members of the Historic
and Cultural Landmarks Commission for their service to the community. She stated that it was nice to
see all of the renovations around the City, such as the Masonic Home and the Morningside, Terrell
Heights and Meadowbrook Neighborhoods. She pointed out that there were a number of areas in the
City that would be ideal for preservation and requested the Commission focus on the entire City and
not just one (1) area.
XIIL RESOLUTIONS
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Members of the I Appointing ,
Board (Speedway TIF)
The City Council appointed the person listed below to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone Number Two (2) for a term beginning on the date of adoption of this Resolution
and expiring as indicated below:
NAME EXPIRATION OF TERM
Dennis Shingleton December 31, 2011
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OCTOBER 4, 2011
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(XIII. RESOLUTIONS #1 Continued)
The City Council acknowledged that the following persons have been appointed to the Board by the
following entities for terms expiring on the dates indicated below:
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Dennis Shingleton
Sal Espino
Tom Kelly
Kenton Nelson
Albert Perez
Tye Sheets Pierpont
Mark Schluter
Michael McCartney
Karen Rue
APPOINTING ENTITY
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
Denton County
Northwest ISD
State Representative
State Senator
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2011
The City Council appointed Dennis Shingleton as the Board's chairperson for the remainder of
calendar year 2011.
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board for terms beginning on
January 1, 2012, and expiring as indicated below:
Dennis Shingleton
Sal Espino
Tom Kelly
Kenton Nelson
Albert Perez
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that Resolution
No. 4028 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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(XIII. RESOLUTIONS #2 Continued)
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone Number Four (4) for a term beginning on the date of adoption of this Resolution
and expiring as indicated below:
NAME EXPIRATION OF TERM
Joel Burns December 31, 2012
Roy Brooks December 31, 2012
The City Council acknowledged that the following persons have been appointed to the Board by the
following entities for terms expiring on the dates indicated below:
Kathleen Hicks
Don Scott
Juan Rangel
Jon Ed Robbins
Mark McClendon
Scott Rule
Linda Christie
APPOINTING ENTITY
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
Fort Worth ISD
Tarrant County
Tarrant County College District
Tarrant County College District
Tarrant Regional Water District
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
The City Council appointed Joel Burns as the Board's chairperson for the remainder of calendar year
2011.
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board for terms beginning on
January 1, 2012, and expiring as indicated below:
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EXPIRATION OF TERM
Kathleen Hicks December 31, 2013
Don Scott December 31, 2013
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burns, that Resolution
No. 4029 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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PAGE 17 of 27
(XIII. RESOLUTIONS #3 Continued)
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone Number Eight (8) for a term beginning on the date of adoption of this Resolution
and expiring as indicated below:
David Parker
William Bleibdrey
Mike Guyton
Jungus Jordan
Joel Burns
Elaine Pertus
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
The City Council acknowledged that the following persons have been appointed to the Board by the
following entities for terms expiring on the dates indicated below:
Kathleen Hicks
Dan Piotrowski
Roy Brooks
Mark McClendon
Linda Christie
APPOINTING ENTITY EXPIRATION OF TERM
City of Fort Worth
December 31, 2011
City of Fort Worth
December 31, 2011
Tarrant County
December 31, 2012
Tarrant County College District
December 31, 2011
Tarrant Regional Water District
December 31, 2012
The City Council appointed Jungus Jordan as the Board's chairperson for the remainder of calendar
year 2011.
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board for terms beginning on
January 1, 2012, and expiring as indicated below:
David Parker
William Bleidbrey
Mike Guyton
Kathleen Hicks
Dan Piotrowski
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
December 31, 2013
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burns, that Resolution
No. 4030 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone Number Nine (9) for a term beginning on the date of adoption of this Resolution
and expiring as indicated below:
Brian Chase
Dennis Shingleton
Gary Walker
Sal Espino
Victor Henderson
G. K. Maenius
Tom Purvis
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2012
The City Council acknowledged that the following persons have been appointed to the Board by the
following entities for terms expiring on the dates indicated below:
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Mark Barfield
Roy Brooks
Leah King
Hal Sparks
J. D. Johnson
Erma Johnson - Hadley
Scott Rule
Jack Stevens
APPOINTING ENTITY
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
City of Fort Worth
Tarrant County
Tarrant County College District
Tarrant County Hospital District
Tarrant Regional Water District
EXPIRATION OF TERM
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011
December 31, 2012
The City Council appointed Dennis Shingleton as the Board's chairperson for the remainder of
calendar year 2011.
The City Council appointed the persons listed below to the Board for terms beginning on
January 1, 2012, and expiring as indicated below:
NAME EXPIRATION OF TERM
Brian Chase
December 31, 2013
Gary Walker
December 31, 2013
Mark Barfield
December 31, 2013
Roy Brooks
December 31, 2013
Leah King
December 31, 2013
Hal Sparks
December 31, 2013
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OCTOBER 4, 2011
PAGE 19 of 27
(XIII. RESOLUTIONS #4 Continued)
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman that
Resolution No. 4031 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to
zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
XIV. ORDINANCE
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Motion: Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman that
Ordinance No. 19932 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to
zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
XV. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
B. General
1. M&C G-17408 - A t Resolution Reappointing Vic ie Stevens and Stevenson as
Members of the Audit and Finance Advisory Coii mittee.
The recommendation was that the City Council Adopt a Resolution Reappointing Vickie Stevens,
Place 5 and John Stevenson, Place 6 as Members of the Audit and Finance Advisory Committee, for a
Term Commencing on October 1, 2011, and Expiring on September 30, 2012.
Motion: Council Member Hicks made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman that Mayor
and Council Communication No. G -17408 be approved and Resolution No. 4032 -10 -2011
be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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Authorize Substantial Amendment
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize a Substantial Amendment to the City's 2009-
2010 Action Plan; and Authorize the Change in Use and Expenditure of $563,684.00 in Community
Development Block Grant Funds for the Historic Carver Heights Street Light Project.
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(G -17409 Continued)
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks, that Mayor and
Council Communication No. G -17409 be approved. The motion carried unanimously six (6)
ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
D. Land
The recommendation was that the City Council Declare That the Negotiations Between the City and
the Property Owners, Thomas N. and Karen L. Jumes, to Acquire Their Interests in One (1) Permanent
Sewer and Drainage Facility Easement in 0.056 Acre of Land, Located at 7806 Bayshore Court,
Legally Described as Open Green Number Three (3), One (1) Permanent Drainage Facility Easement
in 0.016 Acre of Land and One (1) Temporary Construction Easement in 0.007 Acre of Land Each
Located at 7800 Bayshore Court, Lot 28, Block 3, Lake Country Estates Addition, for the Grassland
Drainage Improvement Project, Were Unsuccessful Because of the Inability to Agree on a Purchase
Price and other Terms for the Three (3) Easements; Declare the Necessity to Acquire the Easement
Interests in the Subject Properties Through Condemnation by Eminent - Domain From Property Owners
Thomas N. and Karen L. Jumes for the Project; Authorize the City Attorney to Institute Condemnation
by Eminent - Domain Proceedings to Acquire the Easement Interests in the Properties; and Authorize
the Acceptance and Recording of the Appropriate Instruments.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Shingleton, Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded
by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman that the Fort Worth City Council authorize the use of the
power of eminent domain to acquire a 0.056 acre tract of land, located at 7806 Bayshore
Court, described as Open Green Number Three (3), Lake Country Estates Addition, for one
(1) permanent sewer and drainage facility easement, a 0.016 acre tract of land for one (1)
permanent drainage facility easement and a 0.007 acre tract of land for one (1) temporary
construction easement, each located at 7800 Bayshore Court, Lot 28, Block 3, Lake Country
Estates Addition and that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15265 be approved.
The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members
Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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E. Planning & Zoning
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Parkwav and East of Herita2e Parkwav, AX-11-013, Old 1 Road, in the Far North Sector
in Accordance with the 2011 Comprehensive Plan.
The recommendation was that the City Council Approve the Annexation Timetable in Order to Annex
the Addition of 749.5 Acres of Land, Located North of Westport Parkway and East of Heritage
Parkway, Old Denton Road, in the Far North Sector to Become Part of Council District 2 for Full
Purposes in Compliance With the Requirements of Chapter 43 of the Local Government Code of the
State of Texas; Direct Staff to Prepare a Service Plan That Provides for the Extension of Full
Municipal Services to the Annexation Area; and Authorize the City Manager to Initiate Certain Zoning
Changes for the Annexation Area in the Far North Sector, From Unzoned to "A -43" One - Family,
"A -5" One - Family, and "I" Light Industrial, in Accordance With the 2011 Comprehensive Plan.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Espino, Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded
by Council Member Scarth, that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2958 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
F. Award of Contract
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AQpropLi�ation Ordinance.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the City Manager to Execute and Ratify the
Execution on September 30, 2011, of a Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) Cooperative
Agreement Through the Fort Worth Human Relations Commission With the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Fiscal Year 2012 and Accept Funds in an Amount Up
to $700,000.00, for a Contractual Award of $670,977.00 Plus Current and Future Accrued Interest
From Contractual Award Funds in an Amount Up to $29,023.00; and Adopt an Appropriation
Ordinance Increasing the Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Grants Fund, Subject to
Receipt of Funds From HUD, for the Purpose of Funding the FHAP for Fiscal Year 2012.
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(C -25207 Continued)
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25207 be approved and Appropriation Ordinance
No. 19933 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0)
nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
R�pAr�Mpnt of Information Resources Contract for the Information Technology— 50"Opps
Department in an Amount Not to Exceed $236,430.75.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize Execution of an Agreement for Software
and Professional Services With V. P. Imaging, Inc., d /b /a DocuNav Solutions for the Purchase of
Laserfiche Electronic Document Management Software, Training, Maintenance and Support, Using
State of Texas Department of Information Resources Contract No. DIR -SDD -1453 for the Information
Technology Solutions Department in an Amount Not to Exceed $236,430.75.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25208 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and
Shingleton absent.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Execution of 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 Chickasaw Street, West of Highway 287; Across Miller
Avenue, North of Highway 287; Across Wilbarger Street, West of Highway 287; Across Killian Street,
West of Highway 287; Across the Alley Between Killian Street and Childress Street, West of Highway
287; Across Childress Street at Dowdell Street, West of Highway 287; Across the Alley Between
Childress Street and Hardeman Street, West of Highway 287; Across Sydney Street, West of Highway
287; Across Bright Street, West of Highway 287; Across Erath Street, West of Highway 287; and
Across Reed Street, West of Erath Street, for a One (1) Time License Fee of $26,460.00.
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(C -25209 Continued)
Council Member Moss stated there were concerns in the area about citizens not receiving royalties for
the mineral leases. He stated this was due to the fact that pipelines had not been constructed in the area
and connected to the gas wells so the minerals could not be harvested. He advised that construction of
this pipeline would allow for the citizens to receive the royalties from leasing their minerals.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -25209 be approved. The motion carried unanimously six
(6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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Gathering Pipeline Across Boulevard, 157.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Execution of 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 Trinity Boulevard, East of FM 157, for a One (1) Time License
Fee of $9,402.75.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -25210 be approved. The motion carried unanimously six
(6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
5. MSC C -25211 - Authorize Execution of a Public Right-of-Way Use Agreement Granting
Texas Midstream Gas Services, LLC, a Lic e use to str ct and erate a Natural Gas
Gathering Pipeline Across Roxanne Way and Across Lemon Grove.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Execution of 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 Roxanne Way, West of Lemon Grove, and Across Lemon
Grove, East of Roxanne Way, for a One (1) Time License Fee of $5,197.50.
Motion: On behalf of Council Member Shingleton, Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded
by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman, that Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25210 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council
Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the City Manager to Enter Into a Five (5)
Year Tax Abatement Agreement With Aubrey E. Morris, III and Laura F. Morris for the Property
Located at 4840 Bryant Irvin Court in the Ridglea Village /Como Neighborhood Empowerment Zone
in Accordance With the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone Tax Abatement Policy and Basic
Incentives.
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25212 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and
Shingleton absent.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize Execution of a Contract With Conatser
Construction TX, LP, in the Amount of $1,618,576.50 for Construction of Butler - McClure Drainage,
Paving, Water and Sewer Improvements.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25213 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and
Shingleton absent.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Execution of a Contract With Tri -Tech
Construction, Inc., in the Amount of $1,196,921.50 for Construction of the Westcreek Drainage
Improvements.
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25214 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and
Shingleton absent.
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Mims Street and Sandy Lane and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance.
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize the Transfer of $1,249,385.00 From the
Water and Sewer Fund in the Amounts of $1,019,052.50 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and
$230,332.50 to the Sewer Capital Projects Fund; Adopt an Appropriation Ordinance Increasing the
Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Water Capital Projects Fund and Sewer Capital Projects
Fund, From Available Funds, for the Purpose of Funding Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement
Contract 2004, STM -C; and Authorize the Execution of a Contract in the Amount of $1,166,290.00
With M.E. Burns Construction, Inc., for the Project.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -25215 be approved and Appropriation Ordinance No.
19934 -10 -2011 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously six (6) ayes to zero (0) nays,
with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
Department. Services
The recommendation was that the City Council Authorize a Lease Agreement With Town Center Mall,
L.P., for Office Space Located at La Gran Plaza, 4200 South Freeway, Suite 2495, for the Parks and
Community Services Department, for a Term From October 1, 2011, Through September 30, 2014, or
Until Termination of Grant Funding in the Amount of $1,866.00 Per Month.
Council Member Moss requested clarification regarding which weatherization programs were being
moved to the Parks and Community Services Department.
Mr. Jay Chapa, Director, Housing and Economic Development (HED) Department, advised that this
was the regular weatherization group out of the BED Department that moved to the Parks and
Community Services (PACS) Department through the budget process. He stated the PACS Department
were also consolidating and managing all of the Department of Energy grants. He advised that the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) weatherization function would continue in the
BED Department, but would end in March 2012. He further advised that no weatherization programs
would exist in the BED Department and reiterated that all weatherization programs would be handled
by the Community Services Division of the PACS Department.
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(C -25216 Continued)
Council Member Moss advised that he was reviewing the services provided under the current
weatherization program and stated the City was able to assist in the areas of heating and air
conditioning and pointed out he did not see this information in this particular program.
Mr. Chapa stated the air conditioning and heating portion was part of the weatherization program that
was already in the PACS Department. He stated that this item dealt with the program that handled
weatherization of windows and provided insulation to make sure that air was not escaping the homes.
He added this program would also replace items like refrigerators and air conditioning units and was
part of the overall plan when the house was tested.
Council Member Moss requested confirmation that under this program staff could spend up to
$6,500.00 per home for weatherization.
Mr. Chapa confirmed that the total cost per home was $6,500.00.
Council Member Moss advised that he needed to know what was available to the citizens in terms of
weatherization.
Ms. Sonia Singleton, Acting Assistant Director, Parks and Community Services Department, clarified
that families had the opportunity to receive up to $5,000.00 for the heating and cooling component in
addition to the $6,500.00 for this particular program.
Council Member Hicks stated that there had been discussion about the PACS Department occupying
some of the space at the KXAS property owned by the City and requested clarification on how that
would affect this item and inquired about the length of the lease agreement at La Gran Plaza.
Ms. Susan Alanis, Assistant City Manager, City Manager's Office, advised it would take at least 18
months before the renovation would be complete and staff could occupy the KXAS property. She
advised that the lease for office space at La Gran Plaza was for two (2) years until 2014 and would not
extend past the time to remodel the KXAS property.
Council Member Hicks pointed out that the staff needed to be mindful of leasing office space since
there would be office space available in the near future that the City already owned.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman that Mayor
and Council Communication No. C -25216 be approved. The motion carried unanimously six
(6) ayes to zero (0) nays, with Council Members Espino, Jordan and Shingleton absent.
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XVI. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
Mr. Randy Cole, 533 Panay Way Drive, appeared before Council regarding the process for filing
complaints against neighbors. He stated that the City of Fort Worth encouraged its citizens to turn in
their neighbors for things that they may or may not have done. He spoke about the issue that citizens
were able to turn in their neighbors anonymously and the accused citizen was not allowed to face their
accuser. He added that the only thing that the City cared about was that somebody paid. He went on to
explain that the City had changed since he moved here 40 years ago and if the City continued to act in
its current manner people would move out of the City. He advised that a Code Compliance Officer
wanted to fine him $2,000.00 per day for violating an ordinance that could not be produced or cited.
He also displayed drawings of various animals he used to describe the City and citizens.
XVIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Price adjourned the meeting at 11:14 a.m.
These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the 18th day of October, 2011.
Attest:
Marty Hen Ax
City Secretary
AP ove
Betsy Pric
Mayo