HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/08/14-Minutes-City CouncilCITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 14, 2012
Present:
Mayor Pro tem W.B. "Zim" Zimmerman, District 3
Council Member Salvador Espino, District 2
Council Member Daniel Scarth, District 4
Council Member Frank Moss, District 5
Council Member Jungus Jordan, District 6
Council Member Dennis Shingleton, District 7
Council Member Kelly Allen Gray, District 8
Council Member Joel Burns, District 9
Absent:
Mayor Betsy Price
Staff Present:
Tom Higgins, City Manager
Sarah Fullenwider, City Attorney
Mary J. Kayser, City Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum of the City Council Members present, Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman called the
regular session of the Fort Worth City Council to order at 7:01 p.m., on Tuesday,
August 14, 2012, in the City Council Chamber of the Fort Worth City Hall, 1000 Throckmorton
Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102, with Mayor Price absent.
lI. INVOCATION - Reverend Rob Morris - Ridglea Christian Church
The invocation was provided by Reverend Rob Morris - Ridglea Christian Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 7,
2012
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Jordan, that
the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 7, 2012, be approved. The motion
carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
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V. ITEMS TO BE WITHDRAWN FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
City Manager Higgins requested that Mayor and Council Communication Nos. L -15419 and
C -25782 be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda.
VI. ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN BY STAFF
City Manager Higgins requested that Mayor and Council Communication No. P -11405 be
withdrawn from consideration.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino,
that the Consent Agenda be approved as amended. The motion carried unanimously
8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
A. General - Consent Items
1. M &C G -17646 - Approve Findings of Ground Transportation Coordinator
Regarding Renewal Application of Bohemian Limo, to Operate Six Limousines
Within the City of Fort Worth and Adopt Ordinance Granting Such Authority.
(ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Consider and adopt the following
findings of the Ground Transportation Coordinator: The public necessity and convenience
require the operation of six (6) limousines upon the City streets, alleys and thoroughfares;
Bohemian Limo, is qualified and financially able to conduct a limousine service within the City;
Bohemian Limo, has complied with the requirements of Chapter 34 of the City Code; Bohemian
Limo, presented facts in support of compelling demand and necessity for six (6) limousines; the
general welfare of the citizens of the City will best be served by the addition of six (6)
limousines upon City streets, alleys and thoroughfares; and adopt Ordinance No. 20321 -08 -2012
granting the privilege of operating authority to Bohemian Limo, for the use of the streets, alleys,
and public thoroughfares of the City in the conduct of its limousine business, which shall consist
of the operation of six (6) limousines for a one (1) year period beginning on the effective date;
providing for written acceptance by Bohemian Limo, subject to and conditioned on Bohemian
Limo, complying with all requirements of Chapter 34, Article VI of the Code of the City of Fort
Worth (1986), as amended.
2. M &C G-17647 - Adopt Ordinance Increasing the Number of Authorized Positions
in the Classification of Police Officer in the Police Department by Thirty and
Increasing the Number of Authorized Positions in the Classification of Sergeant
by Two, Thereby Increasing the Total Number of Authorized Civil Service
Positions by Thirty -Two and Adopt Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance.
(ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
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The City Council approved the following recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No.
20322 -08 -2012 adding 30 positions in the Police Officer classification; adding two (2) positions
in the Sergeant classification; adjusting the total number of authorized sworn positions in the
Police Department by 32; and adopt Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance No. 20323 -08 -2012
increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the General Fund in the amount of
$43,706.67, and decreasing the unassigned fund balance by the same amount, for the purpose of
funding two (2) Sergeant positions.
B. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services - Consent Items
1. M &C P -11418 - Authorize Purchase Agreement with UnifiedEdge, Inc., for Phase
II Radio Over Internet Protocol Software, Hardware and Related Services Using
a Cooperative Contract for the Office of Emergency Management in the Amount
Up to $245,685.00 from Grant Funds. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a purchase agreement with
UnifiedEdge, Inc., for Phase II Radio Over Internet Protocol software, hardware and related
services using the Department of Information Resources Contract No. DIR -SDD -936 for the
Office of Emergency Management in the amount up to $245,685.00 from Grant Funds.
2. M &C P -11419 - Authorize Purchase Agreement with RePipe Construction, LLC,
for Trenchless Pipe Rehabilitation for the Transportation and Public Works
Department in an Amount Up to $1,000,000.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a purchase agreement with
RePipe Construction, LLC, for trenchless pipe rehabilitation for the Transportation and Public
Works Department in an amount up to $1,000,000.00 for the first year.
3. M &C P -11420 - Authorize Sole Source Purchase Agreement with Xylem Water
Solutions USA, Inc., for Flygt Pumps, Parts and Repairs for the Water
Department in the Amount Up to $60,000.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize sole source purchase
agreement with Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., for Flygt pumps, parts and repairs for the
Water Department in the amount up to $60,000.00 for the first year.
4. M &C P -11421 - Authorize Purchase of Fifteen Full Size Pickup Trucks from
Philpott Motors, LTD d/b /a Philpott Ford Using a Cooperative Contract for
Multiple City Departments in the Amount of $334,256.05. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
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The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the purchase of 15 full
size pickup trucks from Philpott Motors, LTD d/b /a Philpott Ford, using the Texas Association
of School Boards Cooperative Contract Number 358 -10 for multiple City departments in the
amount of $334,256.05.
C. Land - Consent Items
1. M &C L -15418 - Authorize Sale of Twenty -Four Tax Foreclosed Properties in
Accordance with Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and
Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax Code in the Amount of $62,297.00. (COUNCIL
DISTRICTS 2, 5, 7, 8 and 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the sale of 24 tax
foreclosed properties in accordance with Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code
and Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax Code in the amount of $62,297.00; and authorize the
execution and recording of the appropriate instruments conveying the properties to complete the
sale.
3. M &C_L -15420 - Authorize Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.0717 Acres of
Land in a Vacant Lot for the East Como Channel Improvements Project Located
at 5128 Helmick Avenue from Old Fort Worth Redevelopment, Ltd., in the
Amount of $4,688.00 and Pay the Estimated Closing Costs Up to $2,000.00 for a
Total Cost in the Amount of $6,688.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 7)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 0.0717 acre of land in a vacant lot located at 5128 Helmick Avenue, Fort
Worth, Texas, described as Lot 25, Block 123, Chamberlain Arlington Heights, 2nd Addition,
from Old Fort Worth Redevelopment, Ltd.; find that the total purchase price in the amount of
$4,688.00 is just compensation; and authorize the acceptance of the conveyance, the recording of
the appropriate instrument and payment of the estimated closing costs in the amount up to
$2,000.00.
4. M &C L -15421 - Authorize Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.044 Acres of
Land for Right -of -Way for the Randol Mill Drainage Culvert Improvements
Project Located in the 7400 Block of Randol Mill Road with an Address of 108
Sandy Lane, from The Rennell Trust for $2,250.00, and Pay Estimated Closing
Costs Up to $1,500.00 for a Total in the Amount of $3,750.00. (COUNCIL
DISTRICT 4)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 0.044 acre of land for right -of -way for the Randol Mill Drainage Culvert
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Improvements Project located in the 7400 Block of Randol Mill Road with an address of 108
Sandy Lane, described as Abstract No. 1048, William Masters Survey, from The Rennell Trust;
find that the total purchase price of $2,250.00 is just compensation; and authorize the City
Manager or his designee to accept the conveyance, record the appropriate instruments and to pay
the estimated closing costs up to $1,500.00.
5. M &C L -15422 - Authorize Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.129 Acres of
Land for Right -of -Way and an Easement Interest in 1.424 Acres of Land for a
Temporary Construction Easement Located Southwest of the Litsey Road and
Byron Nelson Boulevard Intersection for the Widening of Litsey Road from The
Byron Nelson Estate in the Amount of $11,961.06 and Pay Estimated Closing
Costs in the Amount of $2,000.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 0.129 acre of land for right -of -way and an easement interest in 1.424 acres of
land for a temporary construction easement for the widening of Litsey Road from Cleveland
Gibbs Road to Independence Parkway located southwest of the Litsey Road and Byron Nelson
Boulvard intersection, described as Abstract No. 943, Tract 17, M.E.P.P.R.R. Co. Survey, from
The Byron Nelson Estate in the amount of $11,961.06 and pay estimated closing costs in the
amount of $2,000.00; and authorize the City Manager or his designee to accept the conveyances,
record the appropriate instruments, pay the purchase price in the amount of $11,961.06 and the
estimated closing costs in the amount up to $2,000.00.
6. M &C L -15423 - Authorize Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 1.865 Acres of
Land for Right -of -Way and an Easement Interest in 0.772 Acres for a Temporary
Construction Easement for the Summer Creek Drive Improvements Project
Located at the Corner of Summer Creek Drive and West Risinger Road from FW
50 Partners, Ltd., Grant Transportation Impact Fee Credit to the Developer in
the Amount Not to Exceed $80,000.00 and Pav Estimated Closing Costs Up to
$3,000.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 6)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize acquisition of a fee simple
interest in 1.865 acres of land for right -of -way and an easement interest in 0.772 acre for a
temporary construction easement for the Summer Creek Drive Improvements Project located at
the corner of Summer Creek Drive and West Risinger Road, described as Abstract No. 4, Juan
Jose Albirado Survey, from FW 50 Partners, Ltd., and grant transportation impact fee credit to
the developer in the amount not to exceed $80,000.00; and authorize the City Manager or his
designee to accept the conveyance, record the appropriate instruments and pay the estimated
closing costs up to $3,000.00.
D. Planning & Zoning - Consent Items - None
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E. Award of Contract - Consent Items
1. M &C C -25780 - Authorize Execution of Change Order No. 2 to City Secretary
Contract No. 42657 with Vendigm Construction, LLC, in the Amount of
$58,232.50 for Bridge Repair and Rehabilitation at Seven Locations for a Total
Revised Contract in the Amount of $368,162.50. (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 7, 8 and
9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of Change
Order No. 2 to City Secretary Contract No. 42657 with Vendigm Construction, LLC, in the
amount of $58,232.50 revising the total contract in the amount of $368,162.50.
2. M &C C -25781 - Authorize Execution of Change Order No. 1 to Citv Secretar
Contract No. 40828 Peachtree Construction, Ltd., in the Amount of
$499,561.82 for Hot Mix Asphaltic Concrete Surface Overlay 2010 -3 at Multiple
Locations, Thereby Increasing the Total Contract Amount to $2,615,433.82 and
Adopt Appropriation Ordinances. (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 7 and 8)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the transfer of
$445,991.37 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Water Capital Projects Fund in the
amount of $237,437.54 and the Sewer Capital Project Fund in the amount of $208,553.83; adopt
Appropriation Ordinance No. 20324 -08 -2012 increasing the estimated receipts and
appropriations in the Water Capital Projects Fund from available funds, for the purpose of hot
mix asphaltic concrete surface overlay 2010 -3 at multiple locations; adopt Appropriation
Ordinance No. 20325 -08 -2012 increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the Sewer
Capital Projects Fund, from available funds, for the same purpose reflected above; and authorize
the execution of Change Order No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 40828 with Peachtree
Construction, Ltd., in the amount of $499,561.82, thereby increasing the total contract in the
amount of $2,615,433.82.
4. M &C C -25783 - Authorize Execution of Amendment No. 1 to Citv Secretar
Contract No. 38798 an Engineering Services Agreement with Brown and Gay
Engineers, Inc., in the Amount of $99,068.00 for the Design of Robertson Road
from Boat Club Road to West of Lake Country Drive, Thereby Increasing the
Total Contract Amount from $384,468.00 to $483,536.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT
7)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of
Amendment No. 1 to City Secretary Contract No. 38798 and engineering services agreement
with Brown and Gay Engineers, Inc., in the amount of $99,068.00 for the design of Robertson
Road from Boat Club Road to West of Lake Country Drive, thereby increasing the total contract
cost in the amount of $483,536.00.
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5. M &C C -25784 - Authorize Execution of Change Order No. 3 to City Secretary
Contract No. 43127 with Standard Parking Corporation d/b /a SP Plus in the
Amount of $143,608.00 for Landscaping, Paving, and Pedestrian Enhancements to
Serve the Gendy Street Phase II Proiect at Will Rogers Memorial Center,
Increasing the Total Contract Amount to $1,993,211.59. (COUNCIL DISTRICT
7)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of Change
Order No. 3 to City Secretary Contract No. 43127 with Standard Parking Corporation d/b /a SP
Plus in the amount of $143,608.00 for landscaping, paving, and pedestrian enhancements to
serve the Gendy Street Phase I1 Project at Will Rogers Memorial Center, increasing the total
contract amount to $1,993,211.59.
6. M &C C -25785 - Authorize Correction of Mayor and Council Communication C-
25352 to Change the Name of the Awarding Agency from the North Central Texas
Council of Governments to the Mosaic Family Services for the Project Safe
Neighborhood Grant in the Amount of $5,000.00, Repeal Ordinance No. 20013-
12 -2011 and Adopt Corrected Appropriation Ordinance. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the correction of Mayor
and Council Communication C -25352 to change the name of the awarding agency from the
North Central Texas Council of Governments to the Mosaic Family Services; repeal Ordinance
No. 20013 -12 -2011; and adopt the corrected Appropriation Ordinance No. 20326 -08 -2012
increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Fund in the amount of
$5,000.00, subject to receipt of a grant from the Mosaic Family Services, for the purpose of
participating in a joint effort to reduce violent gun crime and gang crime.
7. M &C C -25786 - Authorize Execution of a Non - Federal Reimbursable Agreement
with the Federal Aviation Administration in an Amount Not to Exceed
$_1.86,587.50 as Part of the Runway Extension Project at Fort Worth Alliance
Airport. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a non-
federal reimbursable agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration in an amount not to
exceed $186,587.50 as part of the Runway Extension Project at Fort Worth Alliance Airport.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY SECRETARY - CONSENT ITEMS
1. OCS - 1859 - Notice of Claims for Alleged Damages and/or Iniuries
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C. Land — Removed from Consent Agenda for Individual Consideration
2. M &C L -15419 - Authorize Acquisition of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.1434 Acres of
Land in Vacant Lots for the East Como Channel Improvements Proiect Located
at 5136 Helmick Avenue from Frank Chadwick in the Amount of $9,375.00 and
Pay the Estimated Closing Costs Up to $2,000.00 for a Total Cost in the Amount
of $11,375.00 (COUNCIL DISTRICT 7)
The recommendation was that the City Council authorize the acquisition of a fee simple interest
in 0.1434 acre of land in vacant lots located at 5136 Helmick Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas,
described as Lots 21 and 22, Block 123, Chamberlain Arlington Heights, 2nd Addition, from
Frank Chadwick; find that the total purchase price in the amount of $9,375.00 is just
compensation; and authorize acceptance of the conveyance, the recording of the appropriate
instrument and payment of the estimated closing costs in the amount up to $2,000.00.
Council Member Moss recused from voting on this item.
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15419 be approved. The motion
carried unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays, with 1 recusal by Council Member Moss and
Mayor Price absent.
E. Award of Contract - Removed from Consent Agenda for Individual
Consideration
3. M &C C -25782 - Authorize Execution of Amendment No. 1 to City Secretary
Contract No. 42295, an Infrastructure Construction Agreement with Hillwood
Residential Services, L.P., to Increase City Participation in the Amount of
$283,972.00 for the Construction of Additional Water and Sewer Improvements
to North Beach Street from Keller -Hicks Road to Golden Triangle Boulevard and
Along Keller -Hicks Road from Alta Vista Boulevard 1,000 Feet to the East,
Thereby Establishing a Total City and Developer Contract Cost of $6,683,972.00.
(COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
The recommendation was that the City Council authorize execution of Amendment No. 1 to City
Secretary Contract No. 42295, an infrastructure construction agreement with Hillwood
Residential Services, L.P., to increase City participation in the amount of $283,972.00 for the
construction of additional water and sewer improvements to North Beach Street from Keller -
Hicks Road to Golden Triangle Boulevard along Keller -Hicks Road from Alta Vista Boulevard
1,000 feet to the east, thereby establishing a total contract cost of $6,683,972.00.
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Ms. Gena Terrell, 3090 Olive Street, Suite 300, Dallas, Texas 75219, completed a speaker card
in support of Mayor and Council Communication No. C- 25782, but did not wish to address the
Council.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25782 be approved, with
appreciation to all involved. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with
Mayor Price absent.
IX. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS, ETC.
There were no special presentations, introductions, etc.
X. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF
1. Upcoming and Recent Events
Council Member Moss announced that the HIPHOP for HIV Concert was a great success. He
stated that over 2,000 individuals attended the concert and that 4,300 individuals received free
HIV /STD testing. He also expressed appreciation to the agencies and individuals who sponsored
the event.
Mayor Pro tern Zimmerman also stated that the HIPHOP for HIV Concert was a tremendous
program and commented on the wonderful performances.
Council Member Burns requested that the Council meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. Toby
Tobias, retired Fort Worth employee, who passed away on August 4, 2012.
Council Member Allen Gray expressed appreciation to everyone who joined her and Mayor
Price for the Coffee for District 8 in the Highland Hills area. She encouraged everyone to follow
District 8 and the City on Twitter and Facebook to receive information on future meetings and
events.
Council Member Scarth expressed appreciation to Tarrant County for allowing him to make a
presentation on behalf of Vision North Texas.
Council Member Jordan requested the Council meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. David
Luskey, of Luskey Western Wear, who passed away on August 6, 2012.
Council Member Espino announced that he would be making a motion to continue Mayor and
Council Communication No. PZ -2983 to the September 11, 2012, City Council meeting at the
request of the applicant. He also expressed appreciation to his fellow Council Members for their
service to their respective districts and the City as a whole.
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2. Recognition of Citizens
There were no citizens recognized at this time.
XI. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Changes in Membership on Boards and Commissions
Council Member Scarth recommended the following reappointments on behalf of the Legislative
and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee:
Mr. Paul Harral, Area Metropolitan Ambulance Authority, with a term expiring August 31, 2015.
Mr. W. B. "Zim" Zimmerman, Area Metropolitan Ambulance Authority, with a term expiring
August 31, 2015.
Motion: Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Mr. Paul Harral and Mr. W.B. "Zim" Zimmerman be reappointed to the Area
Metropolitan Ambulance Authority, with terms expiring on August 31, 2015. The
motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion on behalf of Mayor Price, seconded by
Council Member Espino, that Mr. Danny Scarth and Mr. W.B. "Zim" Zimmerman
be appointed to the Regional Transportation Council. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion on behalf of Mayor Price, seconded by
Council Member Scarth, that Mr. Richard Fahy be reappointed to Place 1 on the
Aviation Advisory Board, with a term expiring on October 1, 2013. The motion
carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mr. James Doherty be appointed to Place 6 on the Parks and Community
Services Advisory Board, with a term expiring on October 1, 2012. The motion
carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
XII. PRESENTATIONS AND /OR COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS AND /OR CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES
There were no presentations and /or communications from boards, commissions and /or city
council committees.
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XIII. RESOLUTIONS
1. A Resolution Appointing Jesus Payan, William B. Gordon and Mike Bickley to
the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement Fund of the City of Fort
Worth.
The recommendation was that the City Council adopt a Resolution appointing Mr. Jesus Payan,
Mr. William B. Gordon and Mr. Mike Bickley to the Board of Trustees of the Employees'
Retirement Fund of the City of Fort Worth.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Resolution No. 4112 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8
ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
2. A Resolution Appointing Kelly Allen Gray to the Board of Directors of Tax
Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four, City of Fort Worth, Texas
(Southside TIF).
The recommendation was that the City Council adopt a Resolution appointing Mrs. Kelly Allen
Gray to the Board of Directors of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four, City of
Fort Worth, Texas (Southside TIF).
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Resolution No. 4113 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes
to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
3. A Resolution Appointing Kelly Allen Gray to the Board of Directors of Tax
Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Eight, City of Fort Worth, Texas
(Lancaster Corridor TIF).
The recommendation was that the City Council adopt a Resolution appointing Mrs. Kelly Allen
Gray to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Eight, City of Fort
Worth (Lancaster Corridor TIF).
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Resolution No. 4114 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes
to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
4. A Resolution Appointing Kelly Allen Gray and Scott Rule to the Board of
Directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Twelve, City of Fort
Worth, Texas, and Appointing Kelly Allen Gray as Chairperson for the Board
(East Berry Renaissance TIF).
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The recommendation was that the City Council adopt a Resolution appointing Mrs. Kelly Allen
Gray and Mr. Scott Rule to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number
Twelve, City of Fort Worth, Texas, and appointing Mrs. Kelly Allen Gray as Chairperson for the
Board (East Berry Renaissance TIF).
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Resolution No. 4115 -08 -2012, appointing Council Member Kelly Allen Gray and
Mr. Scott Rule to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
Number 12, City of Fort Worth, Texas, be adopted. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Resolution No. 4115 -08 -2012, appointing Council Member Kelly Allen Gray as
Chairperson for the Board of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 12, City
of Fort Worth, Texas be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price absent.
XIV. ORDINANCES
City Secretary Kayser read the caption of each ordinance in its entirety and advised that Council
action was not necessary at this time and the items would remain open until adoption of the
budget, debt service and tax rate ordinances.
1. An Ordinance Setting Forth an Itemized_ Estimate of the Expense of Conductin
Each Department, Division and Office of the Municipal Government of the City of
Fort Worth for the Ensuing Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2012, and Ending
September 30, 2013, and Appropriating Money for the Various Funds and
Purposes of Such Estimate; Providing for Public Hearings Upon This Ordinance
Before the Entire Citv Council Sitting as a Committee of the Whole; and
Providing a Severability Clause; and Providing a Savings Clause for the Repeal of
All Ordinances and Appropriations in Conflict with the Provisions of this
Ordinance; and Providing for the Publication and Final Passage Thereof.
2. An Ordinance Setting Forth an Estimate of the Expense of the General Debt
Service Fund of the Municipal Government of the City of Fort Worth for the
Ensuing Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2012, and Ending September 30, 2013,
and Appropriating Money for the General Debt Service Fund and Purpose of
Such Estimate, Appropriating Money to Pay Interest and Principal Sinking Fund
Requirement on All Outstanding General Indebtedness• Providing for Public
Hearings Upon This Ordinance Before the Entire City Council Sitting as a
Committee of the Whole; and Providing a Severability Clause; and Providing a
Savings Clause for the Repeal of All Ordinances and Appropriations in Conflict
with the Provisions of This Ordinance; and Providing for the Publication and
Final Passage Thereof.
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3. An Ordinance Providing for the Levy and Collection of an Annual Ad Valorem
Tax on All Property, Real, Personal and Mixed, Situated Within the Territorial
Limits of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, and All Personal Property Owned in said
City of Fort Worth, Texas, on the First Day of January, A.D. 2012, Except Such
Property as May be Exempt from Taxation by the Constitution and Laws of the
State of Texas; and Providing for a Penalty; and Providing a Severability Clause;
and Providing a Savings Clause for the Repeal of All Ordinances in Conflict with
the Provisions of This Ordinance; and Providing for the Publication and Final
Passage Thereof.
XV. BUDGET HEARING
Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman opened the budget hearing.
1. Hearing on Proposed Fiscal Year 2012 -2013 Appropriation Ordinance, Debt
Service Ordinance and Ad Valorem Tax Lew Ordinance
1. Report of City Staff
Mr. Horatio Porter, Budget Officer, City Manager's Office, appeared before Council and
provided a staff report.
2. Citizen Presentations
There was no one present desiring to be heard in connection with the budget hearing.
3. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino,
that the budget hearing be continued until the August 21, 2012, Council meeting.
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
XVI. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
A. Benefit Hearing
1. M &C BH -275 - Conduct a Public Hearing Regarding the Proposed District and
the Improvements and Services to be Undertaken and Declare Sufficiency of a
Petition Requesting Establishment of Fort Worth Public Improvement District
No. 15, Sun Valley. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 5) (PUBLIC HEARING)
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It was recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing to consider the advisability
of establishing the proposed Public Improvement District No. 15, Sun Valley, for a term of
approximately 20 years, expiring September 30, 2032; the general nature of the proposed
improvements and/or services; the estimated costs of the improvements and /or services; the
proposed boundaries of the Public Improvement District No. 15; and the proposed method of
assessments; find that the petition requesting establishment of Fort Worth Public Improvement
District No. 15, Sun Valley, meets the requirements necessary for the City Council to designate
the proposed area as a public improvement district pursuant to Chapter 372 of the Texas Local
Government Code; and approve the filing of the Sun Valley petition with the City Secretary for
public inspection.
Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman opened the public hearing.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Coy Gray, Senior Administrative Services Manager, Housing Economic Development
Department, appeared before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
The following individuals appeared before Council in support of Mayor and Council
Communication No. BH -275.
Mr. Lance Reordan, representing Orasi Development, 5924 Terrace Oaks Lane
Ms. Sandra McGlothlin, representing Empire Roofing, 5301 Sun Valley Drive
Council Member Moss requested clarification from Ms. McGlothlin on if the large vacant
property was at the eastern end of the industrial park.
Ms. McGlothlin advised that the vacant property was at the western end.
The following individuals appeared before Council in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. BH -275.
Mr. Bijan Youssefzdeh, 5460 East Loop 820 South
Mr. Rodney Erwin, 5212 Saunders Road
Mr. Sid Cavanaugh, 5450 East Loop 820 South
The following individuals submitted comment cards in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. BH -275.
Mr. Robert Vick, 5200 Vesta Farley Road
Ms. Linda Vick, 5200 Vesta Farley Road
Mr. Cullen Crisp, 5201 Saunders Road
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Council Member Moss stated that this was the next step being taken to convert this business park
into a safe place to come to work and conduct business, especially during the weekend hours
when the Fort Worth Police patrols are light in the area.
Council Member Espino stated that Ms. McGlothlin was a person of high integrity and was
looking out for the best interest of the community.
C. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that
the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No.
BH -275 be approved, with an amended Attachment 1. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
2. M &C BH -276 - Conduct a Public Hearing and Adopt Resolution Reducing
Boundaries of Fort Worth Public Improvement District No. 7, Heritage PID.
(COUNCIL DISTRICTS 4 and 7) (PUBLIC HEARING)
It was recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing to consider the removal of
six (6) lots located at 9500 Peat Court, Block 160, Lot 74; 9513 Peat Court, Block 160, Lot 70;
9525 Bewley Court, Block 160, Lot 44; 9528 Bewley Court, Block 160, Lot 57; 9528 Sinclair
Street, Block 160, Lot 29; and 9529 Sinclair Street, Block 160, Lot 17, Heritage Addition, from
Public Improvement District No. 7, Heritage PID; and adopt a Resolution reducing the
boundaries of Fort Worth Public Improvement District No. 7, Heritage PID by removing the six
(6) lots listed above.
Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman opened the public hearing.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Coy Gray, Senior Administrative Services Manager, Housing Economic Development
Department, appeared before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
Ms. Gena Terrell, 2090 Olive Street, Suite 300, Dallas, Texas 75219, completed a speaker card
in support of Mayor and Council Communication No. BH -276, but did not wish to address the
Council.
C. Council Action
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Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No.
BH -276 be approved and Resolution No. 4116 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion
carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
B. General
1. M &C G -17648 - Adopt Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of Approximately
$85,790,000.00 of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue
Certificates of Obligation, Series 2012, Providing for the Levy, Assessment and
Collection of a Tax Sufficient to Pay the Interest on Said Certificates of Obligation
and to Create a Sinking Fund for the Redemption Thereof at Maturity, Pledging
Certain Revenues in Support of Said Certificates, Prescribing the Form of Said
Certificates and Ordaining Other Matters Related Thereto. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an Ordinance providing for the issuance of
approximately $85,790,000.00 of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue
Certificates of Obligation, Series 2012, providing for the levy, assessment and collection of a tax
sufficient to pay the interest on said Certificates of Obligation and to create a Sinking Fund for
the redemption thereof at maturity, pledging certain revenues in support of said Certificates,
prescribing the form of said Certificates and ordaining other matters related thereto; and
authorize approximately $85,790,000.00 Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of
Obligation, Series 2012, be sold to Robert W. Baird & Co. the bidder offering the lowest true
interest rate of 2.644947 percent.
1. Report of City Staff
Mr. James Mauldin, City Treasurer, appeared before Council and provided a staff report and
advised that Robert W. Baird & Co. was the bidder offering the lowest true interest rate of
2.644947.
2. Council Action
Council Member Espino stated he would support this item but that the City should look at the
use of Crime Control and Prevention District funding for capital projects involving the Police
Department.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17648 be approved and Ordinance
No. 20327 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price absent.
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2. M &C G -17649 - Authorize Mid -Year Fiscal Year 2012 Funding Application in the
Amount of $16,000,000.00 to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board of
Directors for Mid -Year Budget Amendments to Fund $10,000,000.00 for the
Police Training Academy and $6,000,000.00 for Mobile Data Computer
Replacements. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize a Mid -Year Fiscal Year 2012 funding
application in the amount of $16,000,000.00 to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board
of Directors to fund $10,000,000.00 for the Police Training Academy and $6,000,000.00 for
mobile data computer replacements.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17649 be approved. The motion
carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price absent.
C. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services
1. M &C P -11405 - Authorize Purchase Agreement with Pante Technology
Corporation for Hardware, Technology Services and Maintenance and Support
Services Using a Cooperative Contract for the Water Department in the Amount
Up to $54,500.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS) (Continued from a Previous
Meeting)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize a purchase agreement with Pante
Technology Corporation for hardware, technology services and maintenance and support
services using the General Services Administration Contract No. GS- 35F -0390T for the Water
Department in the amount up to $54,500.00 for the first year.
It was the consensus of City Council that Mayor and Council Communication No. P -11405 be
withdrawn from consideration.
D. Land
1. M &C L -15424 - Authorize Lease Agreement with Chesapeake Exploration, LLC,
in the Amount of $110,595.50 for Natural Gas Drilling Under 140 Acres of North
Z Boaz Park and Golf Course Located at 3200 Lackland Road. (COUNCIL
DISTRICT 3)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize a lease agreement for natural gas drilling
under 140 more or less of City -owned properties known as North Z Boaz Park and Golf Course
with Chesapeake Exploration, LLC, for a five (5) year primary term.
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Council Member Jordan advised he had filed a Conflict of Interest Affidavit with the City
Secretary's Office and would abstain from voting on this item.
Mr. Michael Appleman, 2600 Block Highview Terrace, submitted a comment card in opposition
to Mayor and Council Communication No. L- 15424.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15424 be approved. The motion carried
7 ayes to 0 nays, with 1 abstention by Council Member Jordan and Mayor Price
absent.
2. M &C L -15425 - Authorize a Lease Agreement with XTO Energy Inc., in the
Amount of $472,839.78 for Natural Gas Drilling Under 155.284 Acres of Trinity
Park Located at 2401 Universitv Drive. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 9)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize a lease agreement in the amount of
$472,839.78 for natural gas drilling under 155.284 acres more or less of City -owned property
located at 2401 University Drive, known as Trinity Park, with XTO Energy Inc., for a two (2)
year primary term.
Council Member Scarth advised he had filed a Conflict of Interest Affidavit with the City
Secretary's Office and would abstain from voting on this item.
Mr. Michael Appleman, 2600 Block Highview Terrace, submitted a comment card in opposition
to Mayor and Council Communication No. L- 15425.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15425 be approved. The motion carried
7 ayes to 0 nays, with 1 abstention by Council Member Scarth and Mayor Price
absent.
The electronic voting system incorrectly reflected Council Member Scarth as voting in favor of
Mayor and Council Communication No. L- 15425; however, he did abstain from the vote as
reflected in the motion.
3. M &C L -15426 - Authorize Condemnation by Eminent Domain of an Easement
Interest in 0.078 Acres of Improved Land for a Temporary Construction
Easement for the Clearfork Main Street Bridge Proiect and an Easement Interest
in 0.109 Acres of Land for a Permanent Access Easement and an Easement
Interest in 0.333 Acres for a Temporary Right of Entry for the SH t21T, Part 1,
Water and Sewer Relocations Project Located at 2698 South Hulen Street and
Owned by Fretus Investors Fort Worth, L.P. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 3)
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It was recommended that the City Council declare that negotiations between the City and the
landowner to acquire an easement interest in 0.078 acre of improved land for a temporary
construction easement for the Clearfork Main Street Bridge Project and an easement interest in
0.109 acre of land for a permanent access easement and an easement interest in 0.333 acre for a
temporary right of entry for the SH121T, Part 1, Water and Sewer Relocations Project located at
2698 South Hulen Street and owned by Fretus Investors Fort Worth, L.P., and known as Block 3,
Lot 1R, of the Stonegate Addition, City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, were unsuccessful
because of the inability to reach an agreement to purchase; declare the necessity to take through
condemnation by eminent domain, both permanent and temporary easement interests and a
temporary right of entry on the subject property for the Clearfork Main Street Bridge and
SH121T, Part 1, Water and Sewer Relocations Projects; authorize the City Attorney to institute
condemnation by eminent domain proceedings for an easement interest in 0.078 acre of
improved land for a temporary construction easement for the Clearfork Main Street Bridge
Project and easement interests in 0.109 acre for a permanent access easement and 0.333 acre for
a temporary right of entry for the SH121T, Part 1, Water and Sewer Relocations; authorize the
payment pursuant to an award of commissioners and /or upon negotiated settlement in lieu of
condemnation by eminent domain; and authorize the acceptance and recording of appropriate
instruments.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Jordan, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15426 be approved and that the Fort
Worth City Council authorize the use of the power of eminent domain for the
Clearfork Main Street Bridge Project to acquire 0.078 acre for a temporary
construction easement needed for the Clearkfork Main Street Bridge Project and
0.109 acre for a permanent access easement and 0.333 acre for a temporary right of
entry for the SH121 Water and Sewer Relocations Project from the tract of land
known as Block 3, Lot 1R, Stonegate Addition, an Addition in the S.C. Inman
Survey, Abstract No. 824, Tarrant County, Texas, also known as 2698 South Hulen
Street. The land rights will be used for the construction of the bridge and to relocate
water and sewer facilities. The temporary construction easement and the permanent
access easement and the temporary right of entry are described by metes and
bounds and depicted by survey plats attached to Mayor and Council
Communication No. L- 15426. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price absent.
4. M &C L -15427 - Conduct a Public Hearing and Authorize Use of a Portion of the
Subsurface of Wildwood Park North for the Purpose of Installing an Eight -Inch
Natural Gas Pipeline and Authorize Execution of a License Agreement with Texas
Midstream Gas Services, L.L.C., in the Amount of $123,468.40. (COUNCIL
DISTRICT 7) (PUBLIC HEARING)
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It was recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing under the guidelines set forth
by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, Protection of Public Parks and Recreational
Lands; find that no feasible or prudent alternative exists for the use of Wildwood Park North,
located at 9900 Watercress Drive, north of Watercress Drive, west of Lakeside Road and east of
Silver Creek Road, for the location of the proposed natural gas pipeline; and that the proposed
natural gas pipeline includes all reasonable planning to minimize harm to the parkland, including
that the pipeline will be constructed in Wildwood Park North as specified; close the public
hearing and authorize the use of approximately 1.171 acres of dedicated parkland of Wildwood
Park North for the installation of an eight (8) inch natural gas pipeline; and authorize the
execution of a license agreement with Texas Midstream Gas Services, L.L.C., in the amount of
$123,468.40.
Mayor Pro tern Zimmerman opened the public hearing.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Richard Zavala, Director, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared before
Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
There was no one present desiring to be heard in connection with the public hearing.
C. Council Action
(Council Member Jordan left his place at the dais.)
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No.
L -15427 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays, with
Mayor Price and Council Member Jordan absent.
E. Planning & Zoning
1. M &C PZ -2983 - Consider the Adoption of an Ordinance Vacating a Portion of
Right -of -Way Along Oakhurst Scenic Drive Adiacent to 2031 West Lotus Avenue
(COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
It was recommended that the City Council consider the adoption of an Ordinance vacating and
extinguishing a portion of Oakhurst Scenic Drive adjacent to Lots 12, 13 and part of Lot 14,
Block 1 of West Oakhurst Addition, an Addition to the City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County,
Texas, containing approximately 6074 square feet or 0.139 acre of land; providing for the
reversion of fee in said land; the retainment of existing utility easements; and remand this case to
the City Plan Commission for further review.
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(Council Member Jordan returned to his place at the dais.)
The following individuals completed speaker cards in support of Mayor and Council
Communication No. PZ -2983 and were recognized by Mayor Pro tern Zimmerman, but were not
present in the Council Chamber.
Ms. Cyndy Walters, 2031 West Lotus Avenue
Ms. Janice Michel, 2115 Primrose Avenue
Mr. Gray Walters, 2031 West Lotus Avenue
The following individuals submitted comment cards in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. PZ -2983.
Ms. Ashleigh Martin, 2105 Daisy Lane
Mr. Aaron Vorwerk, 2112 Morning Glory Avenue
Mr. W. Jarrett Michel, 2115 Primrose Avenue, submitted a comment card in support of Mayor
and Council Communication No. PZ -2983.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2983 be continued until the
September 11, 2012, Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0
nays, with Mayor Price absent.
2. M &C PZ -2984 - Adopt Ordinance Vacating a Portion of Booker Washington
Avenue and an Alley Near the Intersection of III 35W and SH 121. (COUNCIL
DISTRICT 8)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an Ordinance vacating and extinguishing a
portion of Booker Washington Avenue and a portion of a 10 -foot wide alley, situated in the B.F.
Crowley Survey, Abstract No. 307, between East 1st Street and State Highway No. 121; as
shown on the final plat for Starvers Addition, an Addition to the City of Fort Worth, containing
approximately 12,377 square feet or 0.284 acre of land and 1,594 square feet or 0.037 acre of
land respectively; and waive any purchase -fee value of the vacated land in accordance with City
Policy (M &C G- 15624).
Council Member Jordan advised he had filed a Conflict of Interest Affidavit with the City
Secretary's Office and would abstain from voting on this item.
Motion: Council Member Allen Gray made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2984 be approved and Ordinance
No. 20328 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried 7 ayes to 0 nays, with 1
abstention by Council Member Jordan and Mayor Price absent.
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3. M &C PZ -2985 - Consider Institution of the Annexation and Adoption of
Ordinance for the Annexation of Approximately 299.7 Acres of City -Owned Land
North of Intermodal Parkway and West of Old FM 156, Alliance Airport Runway
Extension, AX -12 -004. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
It was recommended that the City Council institute and consider the adoption of an Ordinance
declaring certain findings; providing for the extension of certain boundary limits of the City of
Fort Worth; providing for the annexation of an approximately 299.7 acre tract of land situated in
the L. Butler survey, Abstract Number 64; the G. Overton Survey, Abstract Number 972; the W.
Sample Survey, Abstract Number 1207; the C. Sutton Survey, Abstract Number 1230; the W.
Zecular Survey, Abstract Number 1454; and the A. Robinson Survey, Abstract Number 1553,
situated about 16.4 miles north 0 degrees east of the courthouse, Tarrant County, Texas (Case
No. AX -12 -004) which said territory lies adjacent to and adjoins the present corporate boundary
limits of Fort Worth, Texas; providing that the territory annexed shall bear its pro rata part of
taxes; providing that the inhabitants thereof shall have all the privileges of all the citizens of Fort
Worth, Texas.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2985 be approved and Ordinance
No. 20329 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price absent.
4. M &C PZ -2986 - Authorize Institution of the Annexation and Adoption of an
Ordinance for the City - Initiated Annexation of Approximately 0.65 Acre of Land
in Denton County, Texas, Located Along and North of Litsev Road and East of
Elizabethtown Cemetery Road. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize institution of and adopt an Ordinance
declaring certain findings; providing for the extension of certain boundary limits of the City of
Fort Worth; providing for the annexation of an approximately 0.65 acre tract of land situated in
Denton County in the A. Henderson Survey, Abstract Number 596; situated about 17.7 miles
north 11 degrees east of the Tarrant County Courthouse, Texas (Case No. AX -12 -005) which
said territory lies adjacent to and adjoins the present corporate boundary limits of Fort Worth,
Texas; providing that the territory annexed shall bear its pro rata part of taxes; providing that the
inhabitants thereof shall have all the privileges of all the citizens of Fort Worth, Texas.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2986 be approved and Ordinance No.
20330 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with
Mayor Price absent.
F. Award of Contract
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1. M &C C -25787 - Adopt Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Local Project
Advanced Funding Agreement in the Amount of $1,408,989.00 with the Texas
Department of Transportation for Preliminary Engineering, Environmental
Assessment, Right -of -Way Acquisition and Utility Relocation to Widen Garden
Acres Bridge for Six Lanes Over IH 35W. (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 6 and 8)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the execution of a
Local Project Advanced Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT) in the amount of $1,408,989.00, for review of plans, schematics and preliminary
engineering, environmental assessment, right -of -way acquisition and utility relocation to widen
Garden Acres Bridge for six (6) lanes to include bike lanes, sidewalks and traffic signals over IH
35W; and authorize initial payment to TxDOT in the amount of $49,762.68 to conduct review of
plans, schematics and engineering in accordance with the Local Project Advanced Funding
Agreement.
Mr. Richard Longino, Sr., 10165 Indian Mound Road, submitted an "undecided" speaker card
relative to Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25787 and was recognized by Mayor Pro
tem Zimmerman, but was not present in the Council Chamber.
Motion: Council Member Allen Gray made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25787 be approved and Resolution
No. 4117 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price absent.
(Council Member Burns left his place at the dais and did not return.)
XVII. ZONING HEARING
Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman opened the public hearing.
1. ZC -12 -072 - (CD 2) - City of Fort Worth Planning & Development/KIII Post
Consummation Trust, 3900 Block of Litsey Road; from: Unzoned to: "A -5" One -
Family. (Recommended for Approval by the Zoning Commission) (Continued
from a Previous Meeting)
The City Council at its Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012, continued Zoning Docket No.
ZC -12 -072.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Zoning Docket No. ZC -12 -072 be approved. The motion carried unanimously
7 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price and Council Member Burns absent.
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2. ZC -12 -073 - (CD 2) - City of Fort Worth Aviation Department, Generally
bounded by an extension of the Alliance Airport western runway, FM 156, and
Old FM 156; from: Unzoned to: "PD" Planned Development for "I" Light
Industrial uses plus airport, aviation field, heliport, and landing area; excluding
bars /nightclubs, junkyards, recycling facilities, motels, sexually oriented
businesses and tattoo parlors; site plan waiver recommended. (Recommended for
Approval by the Zoning_ Commission) (Continued from a Previous Meeting)
The City Council at its Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012, continued Zoning Docket No.
ZC -12 -073.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Zoning Docket No. ZC -12 -073 be approved. The motion carried unanimously
7 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Price and Council Member Burns absent.
The electronic voting system incorrectly reflected Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman as absent. He
audibly voted in favor of Zoning Docket No. ZC -12 -073, as reflected in the motion.
There being no one else present desiring to be heard in connection with the recommended
changes and amendments pertaining to Zoning Ordinance No. 13896 for the above listed cases,
Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the hearing be
closed and that Ordinance No. 20331 -08 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried 7 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Price and Council Member Burns absent.
XVIII. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
Mr. Alan Kinsey, 809 Annapolis Drive, appeared before Council relative to the Red Light
Camera program within the City of Fort Worth.
XIX. EXECUTIVE SESSION (PRE- COUNCIL CHAMBER)
XX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman adjourned the Regular Meeting at
8:11 p.m. in memory of Mr. Toby Tobias and Mr. David Luskey.
These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the 21" day of August, 2012.
Attest:
ary J. Kays
City Secretary .