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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005/06/28-Minutes-City Council CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 Date & Time On the 28th day of June, A.D., 2005, the City Council of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, met in regular session at 10:20 a.m. in the City Council Chamber, 1000 Throckmorton, with the following members and officers present: Attendance Mayor Mike Moncrief; Mayor Pro tempore Chuck Silcox; Council Members Salvador Espino, Becky Haskin, Clyde Picht, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and Wendy Davis; City Manager Charles Boswell; City Attorney David Yett; City Secretary Marty Hendrix. Also in attendance was Council Member-Elect District 6, Jungus Jordan. Council Member Donavan Wheatfall was temporarily absent. With more than a quorum present, the following business was transacted: Invocation The invocation was given by Pastor Lance McCune, Power Church. Pledge The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Mayor Moncrief stated that before the formal proceedings began, he would like to acknowledge the passing of Mrs. Christine Overcash, wife of former Mayor Clif Overcash and stated that the Council meeting would be adjourned in her memory. Minutes On motion of Council Member Davis, seconded by Council Member Haskin, the minutes of the regular meeting of June 21, 2005, were approved unanimously. Special Council Member Davis presented a Proclamation for Presentations Summerbridge Day to Mr. Joe Breedlove, Director of Summerbridge at Fort Worth Country Day School. Council Member Davis stated that Summerbridge prepared middle school students who would not make it into the college system to enter and succeed in college preparatory high schools, provide support during their high school years and promote their entrance into college, and encourage the students to pursue careers in education. Mr. Breedlove expressed appreciation to the Council for the proclamation and for all their support. Summerbridge students introduced themselves and stated the school they attended. Council Member Davis presented City pins to each of the students. Remarks and The following individuals appeared before Council and expressed Introductions by their appreciation to Council Member Picht for his leadership in City Council District 6 during his tenure on the City Council. They also Member Picht presented him with various gifts. They described him as being a CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 2 of 28 most honorable and courageous person who embraced his conservative side and that his absence from the Council would be a great loss. Geoffrey Geoffrey Mitchell Mitchell, Steve Holleran Steve Holleran, Darlia Hobbs, and Grandson Darlia Hobbs, Don Doyle Don Doyle, Bill Leary Bill Leary, Don Woodard Don Woodard, Wanda Woodard Wanda Woodard Tru Picht Mrs. Tru Picht stated that she had been by Council Member Picht's side for 50 years and was never given reason to question him. She added he was a man of great integrity, courage, good judgment, and commitment to his core beliefs and that he was leaving the Council knowing that he had made a positive difference. Council Member Picht expressed appreciation to his wife, Tru, for all her love and support. He also thanked everyone for their kind words and stated that his motive in office was to always help people. He further expressed appreciation to the people in District 6 he had been able to serve and to the City staff for all their work. Presentation Council Member Espino thanked Council Member Picht for all his from City work on the Council and stated that he wished he would have had Council & more time to work with him. He stated that he looked forward to Others to City working with Council Member-Elect Jungus Jordan. Council Member Picht Council Member Davis stated that the community and City appreciated the time Council Member Picht had serve on the Council. She added that she most admired the love and commitment he had for his family and with that he set a great example for everyone. Council Member Burdette stated that he regretted not having the opportunity to know Council Member Picht better. He added that he was a man of high integrity and honesty and that the City had been fortunate to have him serve on the Council. Council Member Hicks stated that Council Member Picht was very kind to her during the time she was former Council Member Ralph McCloud's aide. She stated that she admired Mr. Picht's conviction to stand up for what he believed to be right. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 3 of 28 Mayor Moncrief stated that deciding to serve on the City Council was a great sacrifice for not only the Council Member, but also the family. He added that although he and Council Member Picht may not have always agreed on some issues, they always respected each other. He said he most respected how Mr. Picht always kept his word. Council Member Picht stepped down from his place on the Council's dais. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox presented Tru Picht with a silver bowl in recognition of her support of Council Member Picht and presented Mr. Picht with a City rocking chair to enjoy during his retirement. Council Member Picht expressed best wishes to Council Member- Elect Jungus Jordan during his term on Council. Council Member-Elect Jungus Jordan took his place on the Council's dais. Administration City Secretary Hendrix administered the oath of office to Council of Oath to City Member-Elect Jungus Jordan. Council Member Jungus Jordan Remarks & Council Member Burdette stated that he had known Council Introductions by Member Jordan for several years and had known him to always be City Council calm, cool, and collected. He added that he would be a great Member Jungus Council Member. Jordan Council Member Espino welcomed Council Member Jordan to the Council and stated that he looked forward to working with him as well as his Council Aide, Madelyn Rice Gibbs. He commended Mr. Jordan on running a great election campaign. Council Member Davis congratulated Council Member Jordan on running a successful campaign, as well as congratulated Dr. Byron de Sousa on his campaign. She advised Council Member Jordan "the work starts now." Council Member Hicks congratulated Council Member Jordan on his election and echoed Council Member Davis' remarks. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 4 of 28 Mayor Moncrief recognized Council Member Jordan's wife Glenda, his mother Florence, and son and daughter-in-law, Shaun and Sumer. He welcomed Council Member Jordan to the District 6 seat and to serving the City. Council Member Jordan stated that it was an honor and privilege to serve on the Council. He added that it was also an honor to be elected by District 6 residents and he would listen and respect his constituents. He also acknowledged the counsel of former mayors Bob Bolen and Kenneth Barr, as well as, Mayor Moncrief during his pursuit of the District 6 seat. Mayor Moncrief acknowledged the presence of former Mayor Kenneth Barr in the Council Chamber and expressed appreciation for his attendance at the meeting. Announcements Mayor Pro tempore Silcox announced that on Saturday, June 25, 2005, he had the honor and privilege to represent the City of Fort Worth at Spinks Airport at a military celebration to honor severely wounded soldiers, most who had served in Iraq. He said that among the speakers were Gordon England, Deputy Secretary of Defense; Roger Williams, Secretary of State of Texas; Congresswoman Kay Granger; Pat Summerall; and Vicki Fields who worked with the Defense Department and assisted in arranging the celebration. He added that it was extremely gratifying to see the country honor and embrace soldiers returning from various campaigns, especially those with injuries. Mayor Moncrief stated that the City would continue to support members of the military who had been in combat. He added that they not only had the challenge of physical disabilities, but also finding a job. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox stated that the City of Fort Worth continued to retain and pay deployed employees and encouraged other municipalities and companies to do the same. Council Member Hicks announced that the Evans Avenue and Rosedale Business and Cultural District Redevelopment Project would receive an update on July 7, 2005, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Southside Community Center. She added that information would be provided on the final design for the public health center and library to be located in the area, but most importantly there would be discussion about taking the next steps for overall redevelopment of the area. She encouraged everyone to attend the meeting and provide input. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 5 of 28 Council Member Burdette stated that on June 23, 2005, a meeting with several homeowner associations was conducted on the west side of Fort Worth outside of Loop 820 to address resident concerns with the location and drilling of gas wells near their homes. He added that the meeting had been arranged by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox in response to communication received by himself and Mayor Pro tempore Silcox from residents on the west side of the City. Council Member Burdette stated that the City had a great economic opportunity with the developer of these gas reserves; however, drilling gas wells in the City limits and near homes and churches was going to raise concern. He further stated that Douglas Rademaker, Engineering Department Director, Assistant City Attorney Sarah Fullenwider, City staff, and two representatives from the gas company proposing to drill the well attended the meeting to address concerns. He added that a lot of information was explained and he recommended that City staff develop a short program to help citizens understand how the gas well development was going to operate, what the well would mean to citizens, and allay some of their concerns. Council Member Haskin expressed appreciation to Burleson Baptist Church and Michael Feeley, Aviation Department Director, for their work with the military celebration on June 25, 2005. Council Member Davis expressed appreciation to the La Gran Plaza for hosting a Housing Seminar on June 25, 2005. She added that the seminar also provided attendees the opportunity to see the beginning of the plaza renovations. Council Member Espino stated that the first District 2 breakfast on June 25, 2005, at the Los Alamos Restaurant was very successful and expressed appreciation for those who attended. He added that there would be other breakfasts in the future. Withdrawn from There were no items removed from the consent agenda. Consent Agenda Continued/ There were no items continued or withdrawn by the staff. Withdrawn By Staff Consent Agenda On motion of Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, seconded by Council Member Burdette, the consent agenda was adopted unanimously. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 6 of 28 Presentations by Council Member Jordan stated that his appointment of Mr. Jon City Council Wise to the City Zoning Commission would be delayed one week to allow time for the Council to review his application. Committee There were no presentations or communications from boards, Presentations commissions and/or City Council Committees. OCS-1495 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. OCS- Claims 1495 from the Office of the City Secretary recommending that the City Council refer notices of claims regarding alleged damages and/or injuries to the Finance/Risk Management Department. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. (Council Member Wheatfall assumed his chair at the dais.) Mayor Moncrief stated that with the exception of Item XXII, Items XVII through XXV on the agenda would be voted by one motion. Res. #3221-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3221-06-2005 appointing 2005 Wendy Davis, Donavan Wheatfall, Kathleen Hicks, and Chuck Appoint Board Silcox to the Board of Directors for the Service Center Relocation, of Directors for Incorporated, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term expiring July Service Center 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, seconded by Relocation, Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The Incorporated motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3222-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3222-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and of Directors for Wendy Davis to the Board of Directors for the Fort Worth Local Fort Worth Local Development Corporation, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term Development expiring July 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, Corporation seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3223-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3223-06-2005 appointing 2005 Salvador Espino, Donavan Wheatfall, Carter Burdette, and Wendy Appoint Board Davis to the Board of Directors for the Stockyards Improvement of Directors for Authority, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term expiring July 1, Stockyard 2008. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, seconded by Improvement Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The Authority motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 7 of 28 Res. #3224-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3224-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and of Directors for Wendy Davis to the Board of Directors for the Trinity Housing Trinity Housing Finance Corporation, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term Finance expiring July 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, Corporation seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3225-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3225-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and of Directors for Wendy Davis to the Board of Directors for the Sunbelt Industrial Sunbelt Development Corporation, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term Industrial expiring July 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, Development seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be Corporation adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3226-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3226-06-2005 appointing 2005 Carter Burdette, Becky Haskin, and Donavan Wheatfall to the Appoint Board Board of Directors for the Lone Star Airport Improvement of Directors for Authority, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term expiring July 1, Lone Star 2008. Airport Improvement City Manager Boswell stated that the resolution needed to be Authority amended to change the appointments to reflect Becky Haskin, Salvador Espino, and Jungus Jordan. Council Member Davis made a motion, seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted as amended. The motion carried unanimously nine (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3227-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3227-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and of Directors for Wendy Davis to the Board of Directors for the Alliance Airport Alliance Airport Authority, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term expiring July 1, Authority 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 8 of 28 Res. #3228-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3228-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, and of Directors for Wendy Davis to the Board of Directors for the Fort Worth Housing Fort Worth Finance Corporation, effective June 28, 2005, and with a term Housing Finance expiring July 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, Corporation seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. Res. #3229-06- There was presented Resolution No. 3229-06-2005 appointing Mike 2005 Moncrief, Salvador Espino, Chuck Silcox, Becky Haskin, Donavan Appoint Board Wheatfall, Jungus Jordan, Carter Burdette, Kathleen Hicks, Wendy of Directors for Davis, and Glen Whitley to the Board of Directors for the Lone Star Lone Star Local Local Government Corporation, effective June 28, 2005, and with a Government term expiring July 1, 2007. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a Corporation motion, seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the resolution be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. G-14839 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. G- Ord. #16482-06- 14839 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council 2005 adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16482-06-2005 increasing Maintenance at estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Fund in the Radisson amount of $395,139.93 from available funds for the purpose of Parking Garage funding maintenance and repair of the Radisson Parking Garage; and authorize the use of approximately $25,000.00 of these funds for repair of the Radisson Parking Garage leak. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. G-14840 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. G- Condemn 14840 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Permanent declare the necessity of taking an interest in a portion of a parcel Sewer Line of land owned by La Acienda Gardens, Ltd. (DOE 3569), part of the Easement, A. Stinson Survey, Abstract No. 1413, Tarrant County, Texas, which Temporary is required to establish one permanent sanitary sewer easement, Construction one temporary construction easement and a temporary right of Easement and entry; and authorize the City Attorney to institute condemnation Temporary Right proceedings to acquire an interest in the land. It was the of Entry consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 9 of 28 G-14841 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. G- Ord. #16483-06- 14841 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council 2005 adopt Ordinance No. 16483-06-2005 amending the Code of the City Amend Chapter of Fort Worth (1986), as amended, by amending Chapter 2 2, "Administration", Article I "In General", Section 2-9(d) "Contract "Administration" Execution"; Change Order; by providing that temporary and Article I, "In permanent water, sanitary sewer, drainage, public utility or General" avigation easements valued at less than $5,000.00 can be executed Section 2-9, by the City Manager and shall not require City Council approval. It Part D, "Contract was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be Execution" of adopted. City Code G-14842 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. G- Advertise Bids 14842 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council to Lease City- authorize the City Manager to receive and consider bids for gas Owned Property well development on City-owned property known as the Preston for Gas Well Witt Survey, Tract 2A, located at 6991 Randol Mill Road, east of Development Loop 820. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. G-14843 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. G- Execute 14843 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Contract to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract Conduct Ground with Schaller Consulting, Inc., to conduct a ground transportation Transportation study in an amount not to exceed $61,395.00. Council Member Study Davis made a motion, seconded by Council Member Haskin, that the recommendation be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. P-10175 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. P- Gate Valves 10175 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council authorize a purchase agreement for gate valves with ACT Pipe and Supply, through the Texas Procurement Center for the Water Department based on the low bid of unit prices, freight included with payment due 30 days after receipt of invoice; authorize this agreement to begin June 28, 2005, and expire June 28, 2006, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods; and authorize the City Manager to execute Interlocal Agreements allowing other public entities to participate in the bid award in accordance with the Local Government Code, Chapter 271.102, "Cooperative Purchasing Program". It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 10 of 28 P-10176 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. P- Solar Powered 10176 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council School Warning authorize a purchase agreement with Paradigm Traffic Systems, Flashers Inc., for Solar Powered School Warning Flashers for the Transportation and Public Works Department based on best value for the City with payment due 30 days after receipt of invoice and freight included in unit prices; authorize this agreement to begin June 28, 2005, and expire June 27, 2006, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods; and authorize the City Manager to execute Interlocal Agreements allowing other public entities to participate in the bid award in accordance with the Local Government Code, Chapter 271.102, "Cooperative Purchasing Program". It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. P-10177 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. P- Denitech Fort 10177 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Worth authorize a lease agreement with Denitech Fort Worth, for copiers for City-wide service for an annual cost of $392,160.00; and authorize this agreement to begin June 28, 2005, and expire June 27, 2006, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. P-10178 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. P- Ord. #16484-06- 10178 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Ord. #16485-06- 1. Confirm the emergency purchase of a new Hovercraft from 2005 Neoteric Hovercraft, Incorporated, for the Fire Department, Hovercraft the total amount is not to exceed $30,139.48 with payment due 30 days from date the invoice is received; 2. Authorize the trade-in of a City-owned Hovercraft to Neoteric Hovercraft, Incorporated, for a total value of $8,000.00; 3. Authorize the City Manager to accept a monetary donation of $26,000.00 to fund a portion of the procurement of a new Hovercraft; 4. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16484-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Special Gifts Fund in the amount of $26,000.00 from available funds for the purpose of funding a Hovercraft from Neoteric Hovercraft, Inc., for the Fire Department; CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 11 of 28 5. Authorize the transfer of $26,000.00 from the Special Gifts Fund to the General Fund; and 6. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16485-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the General Fund in the amount of $26,000.00 from available funds for the purpose of funding a Hovercraft from Neoteric Hovercraft, Inc., for the Fire Department. Mayor Pro tempore Silcox made a motion, seconded by Council Member Davis, that the recommendation be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. P-10179 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. P- Equipment and 10179 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Services authorize the emergency purchase of equipment and services for a temporary in-line booster pump station at North Beach Street and Meacham Boulevard from Godwin Pumps of America, Inc., for the Water Department, in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for a period of two months; and authorize a real property lease from Mercantile Partners of a 1.103-acre tract of land at a monthly lease rate of $10,000.00, for a period not to exceed three months. Council Member Davis made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burdette, that the recommendation be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. L-14110 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. L- Permanent 14110 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Drainage approve the acceptance of one permanent drainage easement Easement described as a portion of the Moses Walters Survey, Abstract No. 1598, Tarrant County, Texas, from Boa Sorte Limited Partnership, for property located east of West Cleburne Road and south of Crowley Cleburne Road in southwest Fort Worth (DOE 4447), necessary for the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of drainage facilities to serve the proposed Summer Creek Development, for a total cost of $58,052.00 plus estimated closing costs, to be paid by C.L. Texas L.P., developer of Summer Creek. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. L-14111 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. L- Permanent 14111 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Sanitary Sewer approve the acceptance of two permanent sanitary sewer Easements easements described as a portion of the George Matthews Survey, CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 12 of 28 Abstract No. 1078, Tarrant County, Texas, from FHP Partners, L.P., and Liberty Crossing Residential, Ltd., for property located in north Fort Worth (DOE 4476), necessary for the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of sewer facilities to serve the Liberty Crossing Addition, for a total cost of $2.00. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. L-14112 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. L- Sale of Tax 14112 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Foreclosed approve the sale of tax foreclosed property located on 0 Samuels Property Avenue, its legal description being the west part of Lots 6 and 7 of the J.L. Moore Addition, as allowed by the Texas Property Tax Code Section 34.05 (DOE 920), to the City of Fort Worth for a total cost of $900.65; and authorize the City Manager to execute the appropriate deed document conveying the property to complete the sale. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. L-14113 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. L- Permanent 14113 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Sanitary Sewer approve the acceptance of two permanent sanitary sewer Easements easements described as a portion of the David Strickland Survey, Abstract No. 1376, Tarrant County, Texas, from Waterview Estates, L.P., for property located east of Loop 820 East and south of David Strickland Road in southeast Fort Worth (DOE 4472), necessary for the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of sewer facilities to serve the Waterfront at Enchanted Bay, Phase 1 project, for a total cost of $2.00. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. L-14114 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. L- Permanent 14114 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Sanitary Sewer authorize the acquisition of one permanent sanitary sewer and Water easement and one water reclamation easement described as part Reclamation of the C.K. Gleason Survey, A-559 and B.F. Richardson Survey, A- Easement 1374, Tarrant County, Texas, from Waste Management of Texas, Inc., located at 12280 Camp Bowie West (1-30), required for the construction of Walsh Ranch Sanitary Sewer Extension Project (DOE 4159), needed to install approximately 50,000 linear feet of sanitary sewer main from the existing Main 450 to serve the proposed Walsh Ranch Development Project in west Fort Worth, for a total cost of $1,430.00, plus estimated closing costs of $1,000.00. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 13 of 28 PZ-2600 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ- Ord. #16486-06- 2600 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council 2005 adopt Ordinance No. 16486-06-2005 vacating a ten foot wide by 150 Street Right-of- foot long portion of Malvey Avenue adjacent to Lots 15 through 20, Way Vacation Block 137 of Chamberlin Arlington Heights Addition to the City of (VA-05-014) Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas. Council Member Burdette made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, that the recommendation be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. PZ-2601 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ- Ord. #16487-06- 2601 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council 2005 adopt Ordinance No. 16487-06-2005 vacating and extinguishing a Emergency 26-foot wide emergency access easement on a portion of Lot 30, Access Block 33 of the Stoneglen at Fossil Creek Addition. Said easement Easement being adjacent to the south property line of Lot 11, Block 33 of Vacation Stoneglen at Fossil Creek Addition to the City of Fort Worth, (VA-05-015) Tarrant County, Texas. Council Member Haskin made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, that the recommendation be adopted. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. C-20810 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- C. Green 20810 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Scaping, LP authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with C. Green Scaping, LP, in the amount of $240,295.00 for 90 working days for Brick Pavement Repair 2005-27 at various locations. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20811 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16488-06- 20811 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 S.H.U.C., Inc. 1. Authorize the transfer of $118,003.12 from the Water & Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Projects Fund; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16488-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $118,003.12 from available funds for the purpose of funding a contract with S.H.U.C., Inc., for Water Replacement Contract 2002 STM-F; and CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 14 of 28 3. Authorize award of contract to S.H.U.C., Inc., in the amount of$667,803.12 for Water Replacement Contract 2002 STM-F. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20812 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- XTO Resources 20812 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council I, L.P. approve the acceptance of a lease agreement for natural gas drilling under 372.469 acres, more or less, of City-owned properties located in Tarrant County, Texas, known as the Southeast Landfill, with XTO Resources I, L.P., for a two-year term. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20813 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16489-06- 20813 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Dannenbaum 1. Authorize the transfer of $32,219.83 from the Water and Engineering Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in Corporation the amount of $22,099.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $10,120.83; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16489-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $22,099.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $10,120.83 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer replacement on Barnett Street (Scenery Hill Road to Oakland Boulevard) and Montclair Drive (Normandy Road to Meadowbrook Drive); and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation, in the amount of $74,253.00, for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Barnett Street (Scenery Hill Road to Oakland Boulevard) and Montclair Drive (Normandy Road to Meadowbrook Drive). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 15 of 28 C-20814 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16490-06- 20814 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Stream Water 1. Authorize the transfer of $54,615.45 from the Water and Group, Inc. Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $36,683.00 and Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $17.932.45; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16490-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $36,683.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $17,932.45 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with Stream Water Group, Inc., for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Bertrose Avenue (Mattison Avenue to Dorothy Lane), Clarke Avenue (Camp Bowie Boulevard to Virginia Place) and Modlin Avenue (Haskell Street to West Dead End); and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with Stream Water Group, Inc., in the amount of $101,476.00, for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Bertrose Avenue Mattison Avenue to Dorothy Lane), Clarke Avenue (Camp Bowie Boulevard to Virginia Place) and Modlin Avenue (Haskell Street to West Dead End) (City Project No. 00167). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20815 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Chief Holdings, 20815 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council L.L.C. approve the acceptance of a lease agreement for natural gas drilling under City-owned properties located south of Alliance Airport, with Chief Holdings, L.L.C., for one two-year term. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20816 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16491-06- 20816 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Teague Nall and 1. Authorize the transfer of $53,116.95 from the Water and Perkins, Inc. Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $30,348.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $22,768.95; CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 16 of 28 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16491-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $30,348.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $22,768.95 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Bunting Avenue (Bertrose Avenue to Washington Terrace), Dorothy Lane (West 7t" Street to Clarke Avenue) and Ashland Avenue (Crestline Road to Camp Bowie Boulevard); and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., in the amount of $137,706.00, for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Bunting Avenue (Bertrose Avenue to Washington Terrace), Dorothy Lane (West 7t" Street to Clarke Avenue) and Ashland Avenue (Crestline Road to Camp Bowie Boulevard) (City Project No. 00166). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20817 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16492-06- 20817 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 ANA 1. Authorize the transfer of $44,431.46 from the Water and Consultants, Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in L.L.C. the amount of $19,898.00 and Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $24,533.46; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16492-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $19,898.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $24,533.46 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with ANA Consultants, L.L.C., for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Wales Avenue (Welch Avenue to Waltham Avenue) and Waltham Avenue (Welch Avenue to Wales Court); and CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 17 of 28 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with ANA Consultants, L.L.C., in the amount of $78,699.00, for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Wales Avenue (Welch Avenue to Waltham Avenue) and Waltham Avenue (Welch Avenue to Wales Court) (City Project No. 00165). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20818 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16493-06- 20818 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 EJES 1. Authorize the transfer of $46,862.00 from the Water and Incorporated Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16493-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $42,862.00 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with EJES Incorporated, for pavement reconstruction and water main replacement on Wesleyan Drive South (Bideker Avenue to Strong Avenue from Strong Avenue to East Berry Street) and Strong Avenue (Mitchell Boulevard to Martin Luther King Freeway); and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with EJES Incorporated, in the amount of $94,940.00 for pavement reconstruction and water main replacement on Wesleyan Drive South (Bideker Avenue to Strong Avenue from Strong Avenue to East Berry Street) and Strong Avenue (Mitchell Boulevard to Martin Luther King Freeway) (City Project No. 00171). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20819 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- FHP Partners, 20819 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council L.P. approve the acceptance of one Storm Water Facility Maintenance Agreement described as a portion of the Henry Robertson Survey, Abstract No. 1259, Tarrant County, Texas, from FHP Partners, L.P. (Landowner), and the WatersBend Homeowners Association, Inc., located in Fossil Hills Estates at Wagley Robertson Road, CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 18 of 28 necessary to assure proper maintenance of a storm water facility at no expense to the City of Fort Worth. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20820 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- A.U.I Contractor, 20820 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council L.P. authorize the rejection of the bid submitted by AOC Contracting, L.P., for Sanitary Sewer Line Improvements at Greenway Industrial Park; and authorize award of contract for the project to A.U.I. Contractors, L.P., in the amount of $409,071.00. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20821 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16494-06- 20821 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 GSWW, Inc. 1. Authorize the transfer of $112,602.00 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $74,672.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $37,930.00; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16494-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $74,672.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $37,930.00 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with GSWW, Inc., for Water and Sewer Replacement Contract 2004, STM-H; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with GSWW, Inc., in the amount of $102,340.00 for Water and Sewer Replacement Contract 2004, STM-H (City Project No. 00193). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20822 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16495-06- 20822 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 LopezGarcia 1. Authorize the transfer of $57,145.54 from the Water and Group Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $24,154.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $32,991.54; CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 19 of 28 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16495-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $24,154.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $32,991.54 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with LopezGarcia Group for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Malinda Lane North, Malinda Lane South and a portion of Martha Lane; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with LopezGarcia Group in the amount of $95,551.00 for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Malinda Lane North, Malinda Lane South and a portion of Martha Lane (City Project No. 00161). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20823 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Amendment #3 20823 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council to CSC #27761 — authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to City Camp Dresser & Secretary Contract No. 27761 with Camp Dresser & McKee, Inc., for McKee, Inc. Northside II 48-Inch Water Main Extension Contract 2, Sections A and B (City Project No. 00229), in the amount of $487,123.00 to provide additional design and survey services on the project, thereby increasing the contract amount to $1,810,080.52. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20824 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- RKM Utility 20824 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Services, Inc. authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with RKM Utility Services, Inc., in the amount of $1,194,124.50, for sanitary sewer extension and water main replacement to serve the Town of Tarrant Addition. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20825 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16496-06- 20825 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Multatech 1. Authorize the transfer of $32,805.21 from the Water and Engineering, Inc. Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $17,145.00 and Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $15,660.21; CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 20 of 28 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16496-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $17,145.00 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $15,660.21 from available funds for the purpose of funding an engineering agreement with Multatech Engineering, Inc., for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Wimbleton Way (Walton Avenue to Wilkie Way) and Wales Court (Waltham Avenue to Wedgmont Circle South); and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an engineering agreement with Multatech Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $58,469.00 for pavement reconstruction and water and sanitary sewer main replacement on Wimbleton Way (Walton Avenue to Wilkie Way) and Wales Court (Waltham Avenue to Wedgmont Circle South) (City Project No. 00164). It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20826 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16497-06- 20826 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 S.H.U.C., Inc. 1. Authorize the transfer of $565,809.72 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $470,492.33, and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $95,317.39; 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16497-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water Capital Project Fund in the amount of $470,492.33 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $95,317.39 from available funds for the purpose of funding a contract with S.H.U.C., Inc., for Water and Sewer Main Replacements Contract STM 99DD; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with S.H.U.C., Inc., in the amount of $505,397.72 and 120 calendar days for Water and Sewer Main Replacement Contract STM 99DD. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 21 of 28 C-20827 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16498-06- 20827 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council 2005 authorize the City Manager to execute a grant agreement with the TxDOT Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to operate the Impaired Driving Mobilization Selective Traffic Enforcement Program on an overtime basis in the amount of $30,000.00; and adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16498-06-2005 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Fund in the amount of $30,000.00 subject to receipt of the grant from the Texas Department of Transportation, for the purpose of funding the Impaired Driving Mobilization Selective Traffic Enforcement Program. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20828 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16499-06- 20828 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 Change Order#1 1. Approve the transfer of $22,900.00 from undesignated funds to CSC #31331 — in the Environmental Management Fund (R103) to the Eagle Cowtown Inn Asbestos Abatement and Demolition Project in Construction the Environmental Project Fund (R101); and Environmental 2. Adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 16499-06-2005 Services, LLP increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Environmental Management Fund in the amount of $22,900.00 from available funds, for the purpose of funding Change Order No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 31331 with Eagle Construction and Environmental Services, LLP; and 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 31331 with Eagle Construction and Environmental Services, LLP, for the Cowtown Inn Asbestos Abatement and Demolition Project, in the amount of $22,900.00 thereby increasing the contract amount to $619,603.29. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20829 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Schrickel, 20829 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council Rollins and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services Associates, Inc. agreement with Schrickel, Rollins and Associates, Inc., in the CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 22 of 28 amount of $82,000.00 for the evaluation/study of potential trail connections to the Trinity River Trail System. It was the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation be adopted. C-20830 There was presented Mayor and Council Communication No. C- Ord. #16500-06- 20830 from the City Manager recommending that the City Council: 2005 CCPD Funding 1. Authorize the City Manager to submit to the Crime Control for Summer At- and Prevention District (CCPD) Board of Directors an Risk Youth amendment of the FY 2005 CCPD budget for $120,000.00 to Programs reimburse the City of Fort Worth for summer youth programs targeting youth at-risk; 2. Adopt Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance No. 16500-06- 2005 increasing appropriations in the General Fund in the amount of $120,000.00 and decreasing the Unreserved, Undesignated General Fund balance by the same amount, for the purpose of funding an amendment to the FY 2005 Crime Control and Prevention District budget for summer youth programs targeting youth at-risk; 3. Authorize the City Manager to contract with UMOJA for the C.H.I.L.L. program, as the fiscal agent representing a collaboration of entities composed of UMOJA, the Men and Women of POWER, Soldiers for Peace, the Nile Group, and the Near Northside Partnership Council programs that target youth at-risk for a contract period of June 15, 2005, through December 31, 2005, for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to contract with Harvest Assembly of God for the HIKIDS (Helping Inner-City Kids in Danger) program that targets youth at-risk for a contract period of June 15, 2005, through December 31, 2005, for an amount not to exceed $20,000.00. Lakisha Morgan Ms. Lakisha Morgan, 5949 Boca Raton Boulevard, Apt. 350, appeared before Council in support of this issue. She stated that there was a lot of promise in the Woodhaven area, but that the character area needed to be restructured through establishing programs for the youth. She referenced the programs of C.H.I.L.L. and the Soldiers for Peace. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 23 of 28 Luther Perry Mr. Luther Perry, 5228 Blue Valley Court, representing the UMOJA Organization, spoke before the Council on their programs and their ability to make changes for the youth. He pointed out the success of their recent rally and rave and that 25 agencies participated in this event. He expressed appreciation to Council Members Hicks and Wheatfall for attending. He added that they had groups from all over the area in attendance. He explained the attendance by the Black Panthers from Dallas and that they wanted to learn more about their programs. He emphasized the need for solidarity and to work together for the youth of the community. Eddie Griffin Mr. Eddie Griffin, 1120 East Davis, spoke before the Council to express his appreciation to the outgoing Council Members and to the new members that have just joined the Council. He stated that he was very pleased with the Council and the at-risk kids were the ones who would most benefit from these programs. Tammy Price Ms. Tammy Price, 8816 Hornaday Circle South #311, spoke before the Council on her support of the Soldiers of Peace program and the Men of UMOJA. In discussion by the Council on this item, Council Member Haskin requested a presentation by the City staff about these programs and where these programs were going to be offered. She added that she was particularly interested in the Woodhaven area, which was in her district. City Manager Boswell reviewed the contents of the M & C. Assistant City Manager Joe Paniagua provided an explanation that youths from all areas would be recruited for these programs and that included the Woodhaven area. He further stated that there were individuals from the agencies that would be able to answer questions. He did not have the non-profit status of each of the groups, but they were present and could present that information to the Council. Council Member Haskin requested further information about the non-profit status of all of the recommended programs. It was clarified by Luther Perry that four of the agencies are non-profit and one of the agencies is a for profit agency, the Nile Group. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 24 of 28 Mr. Luther Perry spoke again before the Council on the UMOJA program and that with the proposed funding this would allow them to recruit 60 youth for their summer camp program. He explained further their year-round program and annual conference and their recruitment process throughout all of the Council districts. In further discussion, Mayor Moncrief and other Council Members expressed their concern with the for profit agency and the reason it was for profit. The Council also discussed how this request for funding was presented to the Council by a Council Proposal and what had transpired with this request when presented for the Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) funding. Council Member Wheatfall provided an explanation for his initiative of the Council Proposal and what had occurred regarding this proposal for the CDBG funding. Ms. Rose Matthews, representing the Niles Group, in partnership with Andrea Matthews, a marketing, public relations and research firm, advised that they do not provide programs for children nor do they work with children. They planned the three events: Peace Concert, Children March, and the Back-to-School Rally. City Manager Boswell clarified that the M&C authorized for him to seek approval from the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) for this program. He stated that until the CCPD indicated its support, of which he understood they would meet on July 5, 2005, the contracts would not be signed. He added that should the Board not be supportive of the M&C, he would come back to Council and share that information and seek direction. A short conversation ensued amongst the Council whereby various members of the Council expressed support or concerns with the M&C. Council Member Wheatfall made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hicks that the recommendation be adopted with the understanding that this would go to the CCPD, and upon their tentative vote on July 5, 2005, the City would sign the contracts with UMOJA and HIKIDS. The motion carried seven (7) ayes to two (2) nays with Council Members Haskin and Jordan casting the descending votes. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 25 of 28 Council Member Haskin expressed concern regarding the process and the short time frame to accomplish the programs that should be done each year. She requested that the programs be evaluated and also expressed concern about hiring a public relations firm to recruit children. (Council Member Davis stepped away from the dais.) Public Hearing It appeared that the City Council set today as the date for the first for Proposed public hearing for Proposed Voluntary Full Purpose Annexation of Voluntary Full 137.3 Acres of Land in Tarrant County, located north of Haslet Purpose Roanoke Road and west of Ridgetop Road (Ranches East AX-05- Annexation of 007). Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there 137.3 Acres of was anyone present desiring to be heard. Land Located North of Haslet Ms. Allison Gray, representing the Development Department, Roanoke Road appeared before Council, gave a staff report, and stated the second and West of public hearing was scheduled for July 5, 2005. Ridgetop Road (Council Member Davis returned to her chair at the dais.) (Ranches East AX-05-007) There being no one else present desiring to be heard in connection with the first public hearing for the proposed voluntary full purpose annexation, Council Member Burdette, made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, that the public hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously (9) ayes to zero (0) nays. (Council Member Espino stepped away from the dais.) ZC-05-093 It appeared that the City Council, at its meeting of June 14, 2005, Continued to continued the hearing of the application of Marion and Audra August 30, 2005 Guereca for a change in zoning of property located at 1600 California Parkway North from "E" Neighborhood Commercial to "PD/SU" Planned Development/Specific Use for all uses in "E" Neighborhood Commercial, plus used automobile sales, with waiver of site plan recommended, Zoning Docket No. ZC-05-093. Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard. There being no one else present desiring to be heard in connection with the application of Marion and Audra Guereca, Council Member Davis made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, that the Zoning Hearing be closed and that Zoning Docket No. ZC-05- 093 be continued until August 30, 2005. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays with Council Member Espino being absent. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 26 of 28 SP-05-023 It appeared that the City Council, at its meeting of June 14, 2005, Approved continued the hearing of the application of State National Bank, site plan for property located at 1413 West 5th Street for a new bank facility, Site Plan No. SP-05-023. Mayor Moncrief opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone present desiring to be heard. There being no one present desiring to be heard in connection with the application of State National Bank, Council Member Davis made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tempore Silcox, that Site Plan No. SP-05-023 be approved. The motion carried unanimously eight (8) ayes to zero (0) nays with Council Member Espino being absent. Citizen Mayor Moncrief recognized Mr. Pat Taylor, 1816 Jacksboro Presentations Highway #111, as wishing to address the Council regarding pilots, Pat Taylor politicos, calf paths and Clyde Picht; however, Mr. Taylor was not present. Tommie Hinton Ms. Tommie Henton, 5017 Wilmington Drive, appeared before Council and invited the Council to attend the 100th Anniversary of the Lake Como area starting July 1, 2005 through July 4, 2005. She encouraged everyone to join the festivities and decorate their cars and floats for the parade on July 4, 2005. (Council Member Espino returned to his chair at the dais.) Nell Bell Ms. Nell M. Bell, 4662 Norris Street, appeared before Council and expressed appreciation to the City for their timely repair of a water break on Norris Street. She expressed concern for the deteriorating condition of the street and the delay of the repair for another two years. Council Member Wheatfall asked she meet with Assistant City Manager Marc Ott to discuss this issue. (Council Member Davis stepped away from the dais and left the meeting.) Ann Walker Ms. Ann Walker, 2605 Rand, representing Rand Street Home Owners, appeared before Council and expressed concern with the condition of an abandoned building, formerly used as a church, at 4425 E. Lancaster. She presented photographs of the condition of the building and the trash inside of the building. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 27 of 28 Mayor Moncrief asked that she meet with Assistant City Manager Libby Watson to resolve her concerns. Council Member Hicks requested that Ms. Watson keep her informed on any proposed action for the structure. (Council Member Wheatfall stepped away from the dais.) Council Member Haskin asked staff to review the status of other buildings that had been abandoned for more than five years. Norman Bermes Mr. Norman Bermes, 316 Palo Verde Lane, appeared before Council relative to crime rates in the Woodhaven area. He stated that instead of bashing Woodhaven, people need to address the good things occurring in the community. He added that the crime rate had actually decreased in 2004. He presented handout information he had obtained from the City to the Council supporting the crime statistics he presented. (Council Member Wheatfall returned to his chair at the dais.) Louis McBee Mr. Louis McBee, 5515 Boca Raton, appeared before Council relative to the East Lancaster Corridor and the improvements needed to this area. He referenced a 1984 study and reuse plan by the University of North Texas at Arlington for this area prepared by the East Fort Worth Business Association. He suggested that if any area needed a TIF or NEZ for redevelopment, that this area should qualify. He requested that the Council look into this area and the need for moving forward with mechanisms to start this process. Council Member Wheatfall requested that City Manager Boswell provide to the Council verification of the numbers in the report provided to the Council on the decrease in the crime statistics for the Woodhaven area. Mayor Moncrief stated that because of the large number of people present desiring to attend the Council Workshop on the Woodhaven Redevelopment, the workshop would be conducted in the Council Chamber. Executive It was the consensus of the City Council that they recess into Session Executive Session at 1:05 p.m. to: CITY COUNCIL MEETING FORT WORTH, TEXAS JUNE 28, 2005 PAGE 28 of 28 1. Seek the advice of its attorneys concerning the following pending or contemplated litigation or other matters that are exempt from public disclosure under Article X, Section 9 of the Texas State Bar Rules as authorized by Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code: a) Legal issues concerning the relocation of utility facilities in city street projects; b) Legal issues concerning any item listed on today's City Council meeting agendas; and 2. Deliberate the purchase, sale, lease, or value of real property in accordance with Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code. Deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the City in negotiations with a third party; and 3. Deliberate concerning economic development negotiations as authorized by Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code; and 4. Deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices, in accordance with Section 551.076 of the Texas Government Code. Reconvened The City Council reconvened into regular session at 1:40 p.m. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:40 p.m. These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the Stn day of July, 2005. Attest: Approved: .� Marty Hend& Michael J. Moncrief City Secretary Mayor