HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/10/23-Minutes-City CouncilCITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 23, 2012
Present:
Mayor Betsy Price
Mayor Pro tern 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
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 Price called the regular session of
the Fort Worth City Council to order at 10:04 a.m., on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, in the City
Council Chamber of the Fort Worth City Hall, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas
76102.
II. INVOCATION - Pastor Darius Johnson - Christ Church
In the absence of Pastor Johnson, the invocation was provided by Executive Pastor Steve Bryant
- Christ Church.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER
16, 2012
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Shingleton, that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 16, 2012 be
approved. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
V. ITEMS TO BE WITHDRAWN FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Moss requested that Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17711 be
withdrawn from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration.
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Vt. ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN BY STAFF
There were no items to be continued or withdrawn by staff.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Burns,
that the Consent Agenda be approved as amended. The motion carried unanimously
9 ayes to 0 nays.
A. General - Consent Items
1. M &C G -17708 - Authorize Temporary Closure of a Portion of Main Street
Between Third Street and Fourth Street from November 12, 2012, Until January
4, 2013, to Accommodate the Downtown Fort Worth Inc., Annual Christmas Tree
Display. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the temporary closure of a
portion of Main Street between Third Street and Fourth Street from November 12, 2012, until
January 4, 2013, for the Downtown Fort Worth Inc., annual Christmas tree display.
2. M &C G -17709 - Authorize Acceptance of a Grant from PetSmart Charities in the
Amount of $26,630.00 to Support the Mega Pet Adoption Event on September 15,
2012 and September 16, 2012, Waive Indirect Costs, Authorize Use of Anticipated
Interest in the Amount of $500.00 and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance. (ALL
COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acceptance of a
PetSmart Charities grant totaling $26,630.00 to reimburse the expenses generated for the Mega
Pet Adoption Event on September 15, 2012, and September 16, 2012; waive indirect costs;
authorize the use of anticipated interest in the amount of $500.00; and adopt Appropriation
Ordinance No. 20466 -10 -2012 increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants
Fund in the amount of $27,130.00, subject to receipt of the grant from PetSmart Charities.
3. M &C G -17710 - Authorize Acceptance of an Additional Amount of $38,272.89 for
the Fiscal Year 2012 Emergency Management Preparedness Grant Award from
the Texas Division of Emergency Management and Execution of the Grant
Contract for the Total Amount of the Award and Adopt Appropriation
Ordinance. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
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The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acceptance of an
additional amount of $38,272.89 for the Fiscal Year 2012 Emergency Management Preparedness
Grant award from the Texas Division of Emergency Management for a total grant award in the
amount of $182,698.89 to fund the City's Emergency Management Office; authorize the
acceptance and execution of a grant contract with the Texas Division of Emergency Management
for the total amount of the award; and adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 20467 -10 -2012
increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Fund, subject to receipt of the
additional funds.
B. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services - Consent Items
1. M &C P -11448 - Authorize Purchase Agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b /a
Verizon Wireless and its Related Entities for Broadband Access Services and
Hardware, Using a Cooperative Contract in the Amount of $420,000.00. (ALL
COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a purchase agreement with
Cellco Partnership d/b /a Verizon Wireless and its related entities for broadband access services
and hardware, using State of Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative Contract
Number DIR -SDD -1779, in the amount of $420,000.00.
2. M &C P -11449 - Authorize Purchase Agreement with AT &T Mobility National
Accounts LLC, for Voice and Data Wireless Services, Using a Cooperative
Contract, for the Information Technology Solutions Department in the Amount of
$500,000.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a purchase agreement with
AT &T Mobility National Accounts, LLC, for voice and data wireless services, using the State of
Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative Contract number DIR -SDD -1777, for
the Information Technology Solutions Department in the amount of $500,000.00.
C. Land - Consent Items
1. M &C L -15448 - Authorize Execution of a Three -Month Temporary Access
Permit Agreement with Texas Midstream Gas Services, L.L.C., in the Amount of
$3,000.00 for the City Owned Property Described as Block 14, Lot 4A of the
Sycamore Heights Addition, Located Near 1750 Beach Street, West of Gateway
Park. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 8)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize execution of a three (3)
month temporary access permit agreement with Texas Midstream Gas Services, L.L.C., in the
amount of $3,000.00 for access across City owned property located near 1750 Beach Street, west
of Gateway Park with a legal description of Block 14, Lot 4A of the Sycamore Heights Addition.
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2. M &C L -15449 - Authorize Partial Conditional Assignment of Option Contract
from Centreport Venture, L.P., to CRP Oakmont Grand Prairie, LLC, Authorize
Conveyance of 28.55 Acres of Land Located in the CentrePort Area to CRP
Oakmont Grand Prairie, LLC, and Accept and Record Avigation Easement and
Release from CRP Oakmont Grand Prairie, LLC. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 5)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the partial conditional
assignment of option contract from Centreport Venture, L.P., to CRP Oakmont Grand Prairie,
LLC, for the 28.55 acre parcel of land in the Lorenzo D. Burnett Survey, A -1697, and the Payton
R. Splane Survey, A -1731, Dallas County, Texas; authorize the conveyance of 28.55 acres of
land to CRP Oakmont Grand Prairie, LLC, and the execution and recording of a deed conveying
such property; and authorize the acceptance and recording by the City of Fort Worth of an
Avigation Easement and Release from CRP Oakmont Grand Prairie, LLC, covering the property
conveyed in favor of the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth and the Dallas /Fort Worth Regional
Airport Board.
3. M &C L -15450 - Authorize Sale of Surplus Right- of -Wav in the 1900 Block of
West Rosedale Between Rosedale and Cooper and the Surplus Right -of -Way in
the 1900 Block of Cooper Between Cooper and the Railway Running Parallel to
Interstate Highway 30 to Columbia Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth
Subsidiary, L.P., and Authorize Purchase from Columbia Plaza Medical Center
of Fort Worth Subsidiary, L.P., by the City of Fort Worth of 1.97 Acres Between
Pennsylvania Avenue and Thirteenth Avenue. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the sale of 2.35 acres of
surplus right -of -way (abandoned rail line) in the 1900 Block of West Rosedale between Rosedale
and Cooper and the 1900 Block of Cooper between Cooper and the railway running parallel to
Interstate Highway 30 to Columbia Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth Subsidiary, L.P., in
consideration of the receipt of the 1.927 acres between Pennsylvania Avenue and Thirteenth
Avenue from Columbia Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth Subsidiary, L.P.; authorize the
purchase of 1.927 acres between Pennsylvania Avenue and Thirteenth Avenue from Columbia
Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth Subsidiary, L.P., the payment for which is the conveyance
of the surplus right -of -way (abandoned rail line) from the City of Fort Worth; find that the
compensation, which is the conveyance of the surplus right -of -way (abandoned rail line) is just
compensation; and authorize the execution and recording of the appropriate instruments
conveying the properties to complete the sale and purchase.
4. M &C L -15451 - Authorize Sale of Thirty -Seven Tax - Foreclosed Properties, in
Accordance with Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and
Section 34.05 of the Texas Property Tax Code in the Amount of $194,389.00.
(COUNCIL DISTRICTS 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the sale of 37 tax -
foreclosed properties described in Exhibit A attached to Mayor and Council Communication No.
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L- 15451, in accordance with Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Section
34.05 of the Texas Tax Property Code in the amount of $194,389.00; and authorize the execution
and recording of the appropriate instruments conveying the properties to complete the sale.
5. M &C L -15452 - Authorize Acquisition from Billy Joe Ferrell of a Fee Simple
Interest in 0.055 Acres of Land Located at 8659 Old Decatur Road for Right -of-
Way on the Old Decatur Road Widening Proiect from Bailey- Boswell Road to W
J Boaz Road, Authorize Payment in the Amount of $26,894.00 and Payment of the
Estimated Closing Costs of $2,500.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 7)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 0.055 acre of land for right -of -way, located at 8659 Old Decatur Road in Fort
Worth, Texas, described as Abstract No. 834, Tract 1 K, I and G N RR Co. Survey, from Billy
Joe Ferrell; find that the total price of $26,894.00 is just compensation for the acquisition; and
authorize the acceptance of the conveyance, the recording of the appropriate instrument and
payment of the estimated closing costs in the amount of $2,500.00.
6. M &C L -15453 - Authorize Acquisition from Seventeen Lakes Homeowners
Association, Inc., of a Fee Simple Interest in 0.031 Acres of Land with
Improvements for Right -of -Way and an Easement Interest in 0.065 Acres of Land
for Drainage and an Easement Interest in 0.089 Acres of Land for Temporary
Construction, All Located on the Southwest and Southeast Corners of the Litsey
Road and Seventeen Lakes Boulevard Intersection, for the Widening of Litsey
Road, Authorize Payment in the Amount of $2,221.00 and Payment of Estimated
Closing Costs in the Amount of $1,500.00. (ETJ NEAR COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 0.031 acre of land with improvements for right -of -way and an easement
interest in 0.065 acre of land for drainage and an easement interest in 0.089 acre of land for
temporary construction located on the southwest and southeast corners of the Litsey Road and
Seventeen Lakes Boulevard intersection for the widening of Litsey Road from Seventeen Lakes
Homeowners Association, Inc., for the widening of Litsey Road from Cleveland Gibbs Road to
Independence Parkway; and find that the total purchase price in the amount of $2,221.00 is just
compensation; and authorize the City Manager or his designee to accept the conveyances, record
the appropriate instruments, pay the purchase price in the amount of $2,221.00 and the estimated
closing costs in the amount up to $1,500.00.
7. M &C L -15454 - Authorize Acquisition from Chadwick Holdings. Ltd.. of a Fee
Simple Interest in 2.597 Acres of Land for Right -of -Way and an Easement
Interest in 0.1180 Acres of Land for Drainage and an Easement Interest in 4.129
Acres of Land for Temporary Construction, All Located Northeast of the Litsey
Road and Cleveland -Gibbs Intersection for the Widening of Litsey Road,
Authorize Payment in the Amount of $55,817.00 and Payment of Estimated
Closing Costs in the Amount of $2,500.00. (ETJ NEAR COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
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The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the acquisition of a fee
simple interest in 2.597 acres of land for right -of -way and an easement interest in 0.1180 acre of
land for drainage and an easement interest in 4.129 acres of land for temporary construction
located northeast of the Litsey Road and Cleveland -Gibbs intersection, for the widening of
Litsey Road from Cleveland Gibbs Road to Independence Parkway, from Chadwick Holdings,
Ltd.; find that the total purchase price in the amount of $55,817.00 is just compensation; and
authorize the City Manager or his designee to accept the conveyances, record the appropriate
instruments, pay the purchase price in the amount of $55,817.00 and the estimated closing costs
in the amount of $2,500.00.
D. Planning & Zoning - Consent Items - None
E. Award of Contract - Consent Items
1. M &C C -25929 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Corley Pipes Consulting, LLC, in the Amount of $170,000.00 for Consultation and
Representation of the City of Fort Worth on Federal Legislative Issues Before
Members of the United States Congress, Officials of Federal Administrative
Agencies and the White House Administration. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a contract
with the Corley Pipes Consulting, LLC, in the amount of $170,000.00 for professional services
involving consultation and representation before members of the United States Congress,
officials of federal administrative agencies and the White House Administration. The term of the
contract will be from October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013, with a one (1) year option to
renew, subject to re- negotiation upon mutual consent of both parties at the time of such renewal.
2. M &C C -25930 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Walter Fisher and Associates in the Amount of $57,000.00 for Professional
Legislative Consulting Services and Representation of the City of Fort Worth on
State Issues Before the Texas State Legislature, State Agencies, State Boards and
Commissions and the Office of the Governor. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a
professional services agreement with Walter Fisher and Associates in the amount of $57,000.00
for professional legislative consulting services and representation of the City of Fort Worth
before the Texas State Legislature, State agencies, State boards and commissions and the Office
of the Governor. The term of the contract will be from October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013,
with an option to renew for one (1) year, subject to re- negotiation upon mutual consent of both
parties at the time of such renewal.
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3. M &C C -25931 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Focused Advocacy, LLC, in the Amount of $57,000.00 for Consultation and
Representation on State Issues Before the Texas State Legislature, State Agencies,
State Boards and Commissions and the Office of the Governor. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of an
agreement in the amount of $57,000.00 with Focused Advocacy, LLC, for professional services
involving consultation and representation of the City of Fort Worth before the Texas State
Legislature, State agencies, State boards and commissions and the Office of the Governor. The
term of the contract will be from October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013, with an option to
renew for one (1) year, subject to re- negotiation upon mutual consent of both parties at the time
of such renewal.
4. M &C C -25932 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
HillCo Partners, LLC, in the Amount of $61,000.00 for Consultation and
Representation on State Issues Before the Texas State Legislature, State Agencies,
State Boards and Commissions and the Office of the Governor. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of an
agreement with HillCo Partners, LLC, in the amount of $61,000.00, for professional services
involving consultation and representation of the City of Fort Worth before the Texas State
Legislature, State agencies, State boards and commissions and the Office of the Governor. The
term of the contract will be from October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013, with an option to
renew for one (1) year, subject to re- negotiation upon mutual consent of both parties at the time
of such renewal.
5. M &C C -25933 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Lawrence Collins in the Amount of $55,000.00 for Consultation and
Representation on State Issues Before the Texas State Legislature, State Agencies,
State Boards and Commissions and the Office of the Governor. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a contract with Lawrence
Collins in the amount of $55,000.00 for professional services involving consultation and
representation of the City of Fort Worth before the Texas State Legislature, State agencies, State
boards and commissions and the Office of the Governor. The term of the contract will be from
October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013, with an option to renew for one (1) year, subject to re-
negotiation upon mutual consent of both parties at the time of such renewal.
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6. M &C C -25934 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Patrick A. Svacina d /b /a PAS Communications, in the Amount of $59,616.00, for
Consultation and Representation on State and Federal Legislative Issues and to
Advise the City of Fort Worth's Communications Office and Staff on Developing
a Strategic Communications Plan. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a contract
with Patrick A. Svacina d/b /a PAS Communications, in the amount of $59,616.00, for
professional consulting services for consultation and representation on legislative matters and to
advise the City of Fort Worth's Communications Office and staff on developing a strategic
communications plan. The term of the contract will be from October 1, 2012, to
September 30, 2013, with an option to renew for one (1) year, subject to re- negotiation upon
mutual consent of both parties at the time of such renewal.
7. M &C C -25935 - Authorize Execution of a Contract with United Way of Tarrant
County in the Amount of $210,750.00 to Fund Various Organizations and
Coordinate Area Agencies and Social Service Programs for the Benefit of the
Entire Fort Worth Community for Fiscal Year 2013. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a contract
with United Way of Tarrant County in the amount of $210,750.00 to fund various organizations
and coordinate area agencies and social service programs for the benefit of the entire Fort Worth
community for Fiscal Year 2013.
8. M &C C -25936 - Authorize Execution of a License Agreement with Autobahn
Imports, L.P., for 2,024 Square Feet of Space at 2802 Cullen to be Used by the
Police Department for Office Space. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a license
agreement with Autobahn Imports, L.P., for 2,024 square feet of space at 2802 Cullen to be used
by the Police Department for office space.
9. M &C C -25937 - Authorize Execution of an Engineering Services Agreement with
Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., in the Amount of $563,730.92 for the Design of
Chapel Creek Bridge Over Interstate Highway 30. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 3)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of an
engineering services agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., in the amount of
$563,730.92 for the design of Chapel Creek Bridge over Interstate Highway 30.
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The following individuals submitted comment cards in support of Mayor and Council
Communication No. C- 25937.
Mr. Gary Hogan, 2117 Rolling Creek Run
Ms. Barbara Young, 1040 Cattail Court
Mr. Hokky Tjahjono, 10216 Tustin Terrace
Mr. Clifford Wood, 2600 Wakecrest Drive
Mr. Tim Veitch, 2417Wakecrest Drive
Mr. Scott McQuown, 10524 Splitridge Court
10. M &C C -25938 - Authorize Execution of an Interlocal Agreement and
Authorization Letter with the North Central Texas Council of Governments for
the Regional Storm Water Management Program and Authorize Payment of
Costs in the Amount of $20,427.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to
execute an interlocal agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments
( NCTCOG) for the period of October 1, 2012, through September 30, 2017; and authorize the
City Manager to execute an authorization letter with the NCTCOG which sets the City's annual
cost share of NCTCOG's administrative and implementation assistance for the regional storm
water management program at $20,427.00 during Fiscal Year 2012 -2013.
11. M &C C -25939 - Authorize Increase in the Amount of $641.26 for Final Payment
Under City Secretary Contract No. 42917 with Texas Industrial Security, Inc., for
a Total Contract in the Amount of $210,641.26 for Guard Services for Fort Worth
Prisoners Admitted to Local Hospitals. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize an increase in the amount
of $641.26 for final payment under City Secretary Contract No. 42917 with Texas Industrial
Security, Inc., for a total contract in the amount of $210,641.26 for guard services for Fort Worth
prisoners admitted to local hospitals.
12. M &C C -25940 - Adopt Resolution Authorizing an Increase in the Amount of
$30,000.00 to the Maximum Amount to be Paid to Dwight A. Shupe and the Law
Firm of Shupe, Ventura, Lindelow & Olson, PLLC, as Outside Counsel in the
Alliance Airport Runway Extension Project, Thereby Increasing the Maximum
Amount to $60,000.00. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 4140 -10 -2012
to increase the amount to be paid to Dwight A. Shupe and the Law Firm of Shupe, Ventura,
Lindelow & Olson, PLLC, as outside counsel in the Alliance Airport Runway Extension Project,
thereby increasing the maximum amount to $60,000.00.
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13. M &C C -25941 - Authorize Execution of Amendment No. 2 to City Secretary
Contract No. 42807, a Ground Lease Agreement with Mandatory Improvements
with FWS Realty, Ltd., for an Extension of Lease Site NW -3 Located at Spinks
Airport. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 8)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of
Amendment No. 2 to City Secretary Contract No. 42807, a Ground Lease Agreement with
mandatory improvements with FWS Realty, Ltd., for an extension of Lease Site NW -3 located at
Spinks Airport.
14. M &C C -25942 - Authorize Execution of an Engineering Agreement with Kimley-
Horn and Associates, Inc., in the Amount of $698,700.00 for Design Oversight and
Project Management Services on North Tarrant Express Segment 3A, Interstate
35W from Interstate 820 to Interstate 30. (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 2, 8 and 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of an
engineering agreement with Kimley -Horn and Associates, Inc., in the amount of $698,700.00,
for design oversight and project management services on North Tarrant Express Segment 3A on
Interstate 35W from Interstate 820 to Interstate 30.
15. M &C C -25943 - Authorize Execution of a Contract with William J. Schultz, Inc..
d /b /a Circle "C" Construction Company in the Amount of $533,753.55 for
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 56, Part 3, on Portions of Presidio Street
and Lake Street and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance. (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 8
and 9
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the transfer of
$580,753.55 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Sewer Capital Projects Fund;
adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 20468 -10 -2012 increasing the estimated receipts and
appropriations in the Sewer Capital Projects Fund, from available funds, for the purpose of
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 56, Part 3; and authorize the execution of a contract with
William J. Schultz, Inc., d/b /a Circle "C" Construction Company, in the amount of $533,753.55
for the contract.
16. M &C C -25944 - Authorize Execution of an Engineering Agreement with BDS
Technologies, Inc., in the Amount of $131,637.00 for Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation Contract 88 on Dove Drive, Morrison Drive and Around the
Stonegate Mobile Home Park and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance. (COUNCIL
DISTRICTS 4 and 5)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the transfer in the amount
of $149,637.00 from the Water and Sewer Operating Fund to the Sewer Capital Projects Fund;
adopt Appropriation Ordinance No. 20469 -10 -2012 increasing the estimated receipts and
appropriations in the Sewer Capital Projects Fund, from available funds, for the purpose of
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Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 88 on Dove Drive, Morrison Drive and around the
Stonegate Mobile Home Park; and authorize the execution of a contract with BDS Technologies,
Inc., in the amount of $131,637.00 for the contract.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY SECRETARY - CONSENT ITEMS
1. OCS - 1867 - Notice of Claims for Alleged Damages and /or Inluries
End of Consent Agenda.
A. General - Consent Items - Removed From Consent Agenda for Individual
Consideration
4. M &C G -17711 - Adopt Ordinance to Appoint Substitute Municipal Judges for the
Unexpired Portion of a One -Year Term Commencing October 23, 2012 and
Ending March 31, 2013. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 20470 -10 -2012 appointing
Laura E. Ganoza, LaTorya A. Fowler, Constance Langston and Nicole B. Webster as Substitute
Municipal Judges for the unexpired portion of a one (1) year term commencing
October 23, 2012, and ending March 31, 2013, or until a successor is qualified and appointed in
accordance with state law.
Council Member Moss recognized the proposed substitute Municipal Judges who were in
attendance at the meeting.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17711 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
IX. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, INTRODUCTIONS, ETC.
There were no special presentations, introductions, etc.
X. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF
L Upcoming and Recent Events
Council Member Espino requested that the Council meeting be adjourned in memory of Ms.
Betty Ward who passed away on September 5, 2012. He stated that she was a long time resident
of the Northside and very involved in the revitalization of the area.
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Council Member Scarth announced that the next meeting of the Northeast Fort Worth Economic
Development Summit would be held on October 26, 2012, and to contact the District 4 Office for
more information. He also advised that on October 20, 2012, he attended a ceremony for Fort
Worth native Dario Lorenzetti, a member of the State Department, who was killed by a Taliban
suicide bomber on October 13, 2012, in Afghanistan.
Council Member Burns announced that a meeting would be held regarding the Hemphill
Corridor on October 27, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the Southside Church of Christ.
He also announced that the Boo on the Boulevard Chili Cook -Off would be held on
October 27, 2012, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. He also stated that the 21st Annual Boo at the Zoo
would be held October 26 -28, 2012, from noon to 5:00 p.m.
Mayor Price announced a Community Celebration, hosted by the Mayor's faith -based cabinet,
would be held at Casa Manana on October 25, 2012, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. She encouraged
everyone to bring school supplies and coats which would benefit Fort Worth Independent School
District students. She also announced that a Spooky Bike Ride would be held on
October 26, 2012, and encouraged everyone to dress up in a Halloween costume and attend the
event.
Council Member Shingleton announced that Boy Scouts Matthew and Stephen Dena, Troop 714,
were in attendance and were working on their Citizenship in the Community merit badge.
2. Recognition of Citizens
There were no citizens recognized at this time.
3. Approval of Ceremonial Travel
Mayor Price advised that she, along with Mr. Walter Dansby, the Fort Worth Independent
School District Superintendent, would be traveling to San Antonio, Texas on a private plane
owned by the Brumley's to discuss education with area Superintendents and Mayors. She stated
that under the Ethics Commission guidelines this travel would require a vote by the City Council.
Mr. Brumley was a co- founder of XTO Energy.
Motion: Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman,
that the ceremonial travel of Mayor Price be approved. The motion carried
unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
XI. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Changes in Membership on Boards and Commissions
There were no changes in membership on boards and commissions.
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XII. PRESENTATIONS AND /OR COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS AND /OR CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES
1. Capital Improvements Advisory Committee for Transportation Impact Fees
Ms. Kate Beck, Transportation, Utility, and Plan Administrator, Planning and Development
Department, introduced Mr. Don Boren, Chair of the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
for Transportation Impact Fees. Mr. Boren provided a brief summary of the mission activities
over the past year, including the future goals, projects and challenges of the Capital
Improvements Advisory Committee for Transportation Impact Fees.
2. Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee
Mr. Frank Crumb, Director, Water Department, introduced Mr. Bob Medeja, Chair of the Capital
Improvements Plan Advisory Committee. Mr. Medeja provided a brief summary of the mission
activities over the past year, including the future goals, projects and challenges of the Capital
Improvements Plan Advisory Committee.
XIII. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
A. Benefit Hearing - None
B. General
1. M &C G -17712 - Adopt Ordinance Renealina Article VI. "Retirement" of Chanter
2, "Administration" of the Code of Fort Worth and Creating a New Chapter 2.5
"Retirement" to Govern the City of Fort Worth Retirement System and Modify
the Pension Benefits for Police Officers and General Employees. (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an Ordinance repealing Chapter 2, Article VI,
entitled "Retirement," of the Code of the City of Fort Worth (1986), as amended, and creating
Chapter 2.5 entitled "Retirement "; moving the contents of Article VI into the newly- created
Chapter 2.5 and renumbering Chapter 2.5 to include Article I, entitled "Employees' Retirement
Fund," Article II, entitled "Retired Employees' Group Death Benefit Fund," and Article III,
entitled, "Supplemental Retirement Ordinance "; amending the newly numbered Article I, entitled
"Employees' Retirement Fund," to delete unused definitions and add definitions; incorporating
benefit changes and reductions to the Employees' Retirement Fund; providing that all conditions
precedent for the adoption of this Ordinance have been met.
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The following individuals completed speaker cards in support of Mayor and Council
Communication No. G- 17712.
Mr. Bill Leonard, 6112 Laurel Valley Court (provided a PowerPoint presentation)
Mr. Whit Smith, 6924 Ridgewood Drive (provided handout)
Mr. Bill Thornton, 3412 Clear Fork Trail, completed a speaker card in support of Mayor and
Council Communication No. G- 17712, but did not wish to address the City Council.
The following individuals completed speaker cards in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. G- 17712.
Mr. Mike Howell, 2640 Wayside Avenue (provided handout)
Mr. Stephen Hall, President, Fort Worth Police Officers Association, 904 Collier
Mr. Michael Cohen, 4223 Altamesa
Mr. Rick Van Houten, 5686 Victor Lane
Ms. Jeanette Berkley, 3700 Minot Avenue
Mr. Ron Slate, 7017 Sandalwood Lane, completed an "undecided" speaker card relative to
Mayor and Council Communication No. G- 17712.
The following individuals submitted comment cards in support of Mayor and Council
Communication No. G- 17712.
Mr. D. Shelby, 10617 MarklinMr. Gary Hogan, 2117 Rolling Creek Run
Mr. Robert Jameson, 6705 Meadows West Drive South
Mr. Marvin Bahnman, 7709 Grassland Drive
Mr. Glenn Forbes, 5901 Jacqueline Road
Mr. Scott Stewart, 13008 Willow Crossing Drive
Ms. Melissa Stewart, 3536 Clubgate Drive
Ms. Mary Stelter, 3533 Clubgate Drive
Ms. Jenny Lynch, 8516 Lake Country Drive
Mr. Giffen Marr, 4009 Mesa Ridge Drive
Ms. Caren Vaughan, 6412 Mesa Ridge Drive
The following individuals submitted comment cards in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. G- 17712.
Ms. Shirley Durko, 10732 Lipan Trail
Ms. Charlene Hayes, 6865 Chickering Road, Apt. 419
Mr. Wade Goodman, 5145 Gold Basin Road
Ms. Anne Masterson, 6212 Brooklyn Drive
Ms. Amanda Pledger, 5121 Raymond Drive
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A discussion ensued amongst the City Council regarding the adoption of the Ordinance which
would modify the pension benefits for Police Officers and General Employees and the condition
and stability of the Retirement Fund.
Council Member Allen Gray recused from voting on this item.
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth,
to approve Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17712 amending the
Retirement Ordinance, maintaining current contribution rates for the City and for all
employees, and thereby rejecting the proposed police contribution rate increase
amendment submitted by the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement Fund
on October 2, 2012, and that Ordinance No. 20471 -10 -2012 be adopted. The motion
carried 8 ayes to 0 nays, with 1 recusal by Council Member Allen Gray.
2. M &C G -17713 - Amend tMayor and Council Communication G -17652 to Change
References from the Street Improvements 2004 Overrun Fund to the Information
Systems 2004 Overrun Fund and Correct the Associated Fund Account Center
Information and Adopt Ordinance Amending Ordinance 20336 -08 -2012 to
Correct Fund Name. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council amend Mayor and Council Communication No.
G -17652 to change references from the Street Improvements 2004 Overrun Fund to the
Information Systems 2004 Overrun Fund and to correct the associated fund account center
information; and adopt an Ordinance amending Section 1 of Ordinance No. 20336 -08 -2012 to
specify that appropriation of $2,830,000.00 will be made to the Information Systems 2004
Overrun Fund rather than the Street Improvements 2004 Overrun Fund.
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Shingleton, that Mayor and Council Communication No. G -17713 be approved and
Ordinance No. 20472 -10 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes
to 0 nays.
C. Purchase of Equipment, Materials, and Services
. M &C P -11450 - Authorize Amendments to Multiple Purchase Agreements with
Anixter, Inc., AT &T Corporation, Avaya, Inc., FutureCom, LTD, as a Reseller
for Juniper Networks US, Inc., and Graybar Electric Company, Inc., in the
Combined Amount of $1,300,000.00 for Network and Communication Equipment,
Parts, Maintenance and Related Services for the Information Technology
Solutions Department, Increasing the Total Purchase Agreement Amount to
$2,000,000.00. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
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It was recommended that the City Council authorize amendments to multiple purchase
agreements with Anixter, Inc., AT &T Corporation, Avaya, Inc., FutureCom, LTD, as a reseller
for Juniper Networks US, Inc., and Graybar Electric Company, Inc., in a combined amount up to
$1,300,000.00 for the first year for network and communication equipment, parts, maintenance
and related services using multiple State of Texas Department of Information Resources
cooperative contracts for the Information Technology Solutions Department increasing the total
purchase agreement amount to $2,000,000.00.
Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. P -11450 be approved. The motion
carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
D. Land
L M &C L -15444 - Authorize Direct Sale of a Tax - Foreclosed Proverty Located at
1312 Carson Street to the Garden of Eden Neighborhood Association in the
Amount of $30,091.55, in Accordance with Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax Code
for Use as a Community Garden. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 4) (Continued from a
Previous Meeting)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize the direct sale of a tax - foreclosed property
located at 1312 Carson Street, described as Tuggle, Henry P Survey A 1514 Tr 1 C .067 acre and
Akers, John Survey A 24 Tr 6E 1.06 acres to the Garden of Eden Neighborhood Association in
the amount of $30,091.55, in accordance with Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax Code for use as a
community garden; authorize the execution of option to purchase; and authorize the execution
and recording of the appropriate instruments conveying the property to complete the sale.
Motion: Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Zimmerman,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15444 be approved, with
appreciation to the Garden of Eden Neighborhood Association. The motion carried
unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
2. PI &C L- 15455 - Authorize Condemnation by Eminent Domain for a 0.3477 Acre
of Land for a Permanent Drainage Easement and a 1.1355 Acre Temporary
Construction Easement, Located on the Woodhaven Country Club Golf Course,
Owned by WCC Partners, LP, for the Oakwood Trail Storm Drain Extension,
5500 Randol Mill Road. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 4)
It was recommended that the City Council declare that negotiations between the City and the
landowner were unsuccessful due to the inability to agree on a purchase price to acquire
approximately 0.3477 acre of land for a permanent drainage easement and a 1.1355 acres
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temporary construction easement on land owned by WCC Partners, LP, and known as
Woodhaven Country Club Golf Course, located at 5500 Randol Mill Road, Lot 1, Tarrant
County, Texas, for the purpose of replacing an open ditch with standing water with an
underground pipe; declare the necessity to acquire the described easement interests in the subject
property for the Oakwood Trail Storm Drain Extension; authorize the City Attorney to institute
condemnation by eminent domain proceedings to acquire the described easement interests in the
property; authorize payment pursuant to an award of commissioners; and authorize the
acceptance and recording of appropriate instruments.
Motion: Council Member Scarth made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tern Zimmerman,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15455 be approved and that the Fort
Worth City Council authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire a
0.3477 acre permanent drainage easement and a 1.1355 acres temporary
construction easement for the Oakwood Storm Drain Extension Easements, out of
the Woodhaven Country Club Golf Course, Lot 1, Tarrant County, Texas, 5500
Randol Mill Road, for the City to replace the existing open ditch with an
underground pipe. The easements necessary for this project are described by metes
and bounds and depicted by survey plats attached to this Mayor and Council
Communication. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
3. M &C L -15456 - Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize Use of a Portion of Hall -
Tandy Triangle Park for the Dedication of Public Road Rights- of -Wav and
Related Public Improvements. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 8) (PUBLIC HEARING)
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 to the use of Hall -Tandy Triangle Park
for the dedication of public road rights -of -way and related public improvements; find that the
proposed dedication of public road rights -of -way and related public improvements includes all
reasonable planning to minimize harm to the parkland and will be constructed in Hall -Tandy
Triangle Park located at 2901 East Rosedale Street, east of Thrall Street, north of East Rosedale
Street and west of Nashville Avenue; and close the public hearing and authorize the use of
approximately 0.05 acre of Hall -Tandy Triangle Park for the dedication of public rights -of -way
and related public improvements.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Cornell Gordon, Project Manager, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared
before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
There were no citizen presentations.
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C. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Allen Gray made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth,
that the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council Communication No.
L -15456 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
4. M &C L -15457 - Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize Use of a Portion of
Oakland Lake Park for the Purpose of Installing Storm Drainage Improvements.
(COUNCIL DISTRICT 8) (PUBLIC HEARING)
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 to the use of Oakland Lake Park for the
location of the proposed storm drainage improvements; find that the proposed storm drainage
improvements include all reasonable planning to minimize harm to the parkland and will be
constructed in Oakland Lake Park, located at 1645 Lake Shore Drive, east of Lake Shore Drive,
west of Ederville Road, south of Oakland Place and north of Barnett Street; and close the public
hearing and authorize the use of approximately 0.20 acre of Oakland Lake Park for the
installation of storm drainage improvements.
a. Report of Citv Staff
Mr. David Creek, Assistant Director, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared
before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
Mr. Ron Luckie, 1725 Ederville, appeared before Council in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication No. L- 15457. (provided handouts)
Council Member Allen Gray requested staff respond to Mr. Luckie's statements.
Mr. Greg Simmons, Assistant Director Stormwater, Transportation and Public Works
Department, stated that this storm drainage improvement was to complete a project that started
several years ago. He advised that staff had considered other alternatives and Mr. Luckie's
neighbor had agreed to an easement and the improvement would not actually occur on Mr.
Luckie's property. He further stated that this improvement was necessary to reduce the risk to
other properties down the street from Mr. Luckie's property.
C. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Allen Gray made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15457 be continued until the
November 6, 2012, Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0
nays.
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5. M &C L -15458 - Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize Use of a Portion of
Sycamore Park for the Dedication of Public Road Rights -of -Way and Related
Public Improvements. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 8) (PUBLIC HEARING)
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 to the use of Sycamore Park for the
dedication of public road rights -of -way and related public improvements; find that the proposed
dedication of public road rights -of -way and related public improvements includes all reasonable
planning to minimize harm to the parkland and will be constructed in Sycamore Park, located at
2525 East Rosedale Street, to the south of Vickery Blvd, west of Beach Street South, north of
Rosedale Street, and east of Sycamore Terrace; and close the public hearing and authorize the
use of approximately 0.35 acre of Sycamore Park for the dedication of public rights -of -way and
related public improvements.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Cornell Gordon, Project Manager, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared
before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
There were no citizen presentations.
C. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Allen Gray made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tern
Zimmerman, that the public hearing be closed and that Mayor and Council
Communication No. L -15458 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes
to 0 nays.
6. M &C L -15459 - Conduct Public Ileariny, and Authorize Use of a Portion of West
Park for Construction of Equestrian Facilities for the Fort Worth Police
Department Mounted Patrol Unit. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 7) (PUBLIC
HEARING)
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 to the use of a portion of West Park for
the construction of equestrian facilities for the Fort Worth Police Department Mounted Patrol
Unit; find that the proposed use includes all reasonable planning to minimize harm to the
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parkland and will be constructed in West Park, located at 8787 Heron Drive, south of Heron
Drive, west of Las Vegas Trail and Hickman Road; and close the public hearing and authorize
the use of approximately 10 acres of West Park for the construction of equestrian facilities for
the Fort Worth Police Department Mounted Patrol Unit.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. David Creek, Assistant Director, Parks and Community Services Department, appeared
before Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Presentations
Ms. Gale Cupp, 9225 Heron Drive, submitted an "undecided" comment card relative to Mayor
and Council Communication No. L- 15459.
C. Council Action
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member Espino,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. L -15459 be continued until the
December 11, 2012, Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0
nays.
E. Planning & Zoning
1. M &C PZ -2998 - Adopt Ordinance Changing the Name of a Portion of Keller
Hicks Road to Metroport Way from Timberland Boulevard to its Terminus
Southeast of the Intersection of Timberland Boulevard and Interstate Highway
35W North. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an Ordinance changing the name of a portion of
Keller Hicks Road to "Metroport Way ", from Timberland Boulevard to its terminus southeast of
the intersection of Timberland Boulevard and Interstate Highway 35W North.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2998 be approved and Ordinance No.
20473 -10 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0 nays.
2. M &C PZ -2999 - Adopt Ordinance Changing the Name of a Portion of Town
Center Drive to Charities Way from West Thornhill Drive to West Seminary
Drive. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 9)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an Ordinance changing the name of a portion of
Town Center Drive to "Charities Way ", from West Thornhill Drive to West Seminary Drive.
Mr. Robert Lawler, 4312 Town Center Drive, completed a comment card in opposition to Mayor
and Council Communication No. PZ -2999, but did not wish to address the City Council.
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Motion: Council Member Burns made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Zimmerman,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. PZ -2999 be continued until the
February 5, 2013, Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0
nays.
F. Award of Contract
L M &C C -25926 - Authorize Execution of a Construction Contract with 2L
Construction L.L.C., in the Amount of $267,996.83 for Trailhead and Trail
Improvements at Trail Drivers Park. (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2) (Continued from
a Previous Meetinp,)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of a construction contract with
2L Construction L.L.C., in the amount of $267,996.83 for Trailhead and Trail Improvements at
Trail Drivers Park.
Motion: Council Member Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Scarth, that
Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25926 be continued until the
November 6, 2012, Council meeting. The motion carried unanimously 9 ayes to 0
nays.
2. M &C C -25945 - Authorize Execution of a Service Agreement with Oncor Electric
_Delivery Company, LLC, in the Amount of $94,806.50 for Construction Fees
Associated with the Relocation of Electrical Power Lines as Part of the Crooked
Lane Drainage Improvements Project (COUNCIL DISTRICT 5)
It was recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of a service agreement with
Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC, in the amount of $94,806.50 for construction fees
associated with the relocation of electrical power lines as part of the Crooked Lane Drainage
Improvements Project.
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.
Motion: Council Member Moss made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Mayor and Council Communication No. C -25945 be approved. The motion
carried 8 ayes to 0 nays, with 1 abstention by Council Member Scarth.
XIV. ZONING HEARING
Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
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1. ZC -12 -100 - (CD 6) - All Storage G. B., LP, 6900 & 7000 Granbury Road; from:
"F" General Commercial to: "PD /F" Planned Development for all uses in "F"
General Commercial plus mini - warehouse, site plan included. (Recommended for
Approval by the Zoninp, Commission) (Continued from a Previous Meeting)
The City Council at its Regular Meeting on October 9, 2012, continued Zoning Docket No.
ZC -12 -100.
Mr. Coy Quine, 301 S. Sherman, Suite 100, completed a comment card in support of Zoning
Docket No. ZC -12 -100, but did not wish to address the City Council.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that
Zoning Docket No. ZC -12 -100 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 9
ayes to 0 nays.
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 Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Moss, that the hearing be
closed and that Ordinance No. 20474 -10 -2012 be adopted. The motion carried 9 ayes to 0 nays.
XV. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
Mr. Gary Moates, representing Decker Jones Law Firm, Burnett Plaza, Suite 2000, submitted a
citizen presentation card regarding issuance of a response to citizen concern over noise issues,
but did not wish to address the City Council.
XVI. EXECUTIVE SESSION (PRE- COUNCIL CHAMBER)
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Price adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:46 a.m., in
memory of Betty Ward.
These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the 6th day of November, 2012.
Attest:
Mary J. Kays ` �-
City Secretw
Approved:
Letsyy Price
Mayor