HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014/11/11-Minutes-City Council CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 11, 2014
Present:
Mayor Betsy Price
Mayor Pro tem Salvador Espino, District 2
Council Member W.B. "Zim" Zimmerman, District 3
Council Member Daniel Scarth, District 4
Council Member Gyna Bivens, District 5
Council Member Jungus Jordan, District 6
Council Member Dermis Shingleton, District 7
Council Member Ann Zadeh, District 9
Absent:
Council Member Kelly Allen Gray, District 8
Staff Present:
David Cooke, 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 7:04 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, in the City
Council Chamber of the Fort Worth City Hall, 1000 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas,
with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
II. INVOCATION - Pastor Rey Martinez, Corporate Chaplains of America
The invocation was provided by Pastor Rey Martinez, Corporate Chaplains of America.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER
4, 2014
Motion: Council Member Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Bivens, that the minutes of the Regular meeting of November 4, 2014, be approved.
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen
Gray absent.
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V. ITEMS TO BE WITHDRAWN FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
There were no items to be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda.
VI. ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN BY STAFF
There were no items to be continued or withdrawn by staff.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 Mayor Pro tem Espino,
that the Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0
nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
C. Land - Consent Items
1. M&C L-15731 - Authorize Direct Sale of Four Tax-Foreclosed Properties for a
Total Sales Price of$202,768.68 to Two Buyers, Brian Villegas and Global Signal
Acquisitions IV LLC, in Accordance with Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax Code
(COUNCIL DISTRICTS 2 and 6)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize a direct sale of four tax-
foreclosed properties, described as Lot 7, Block 102, Rosen Heights 2nd filing, located at 2713
Northwest 27th Street; Lot D 1 A, Block 19, Abstract No. 1092, Tract 1 Z 1, Wedgwood Addition,
located at 0 Southwest Loop 820; and Lots Dland D2, Block 19, Wedgwood Addition, located at
3863 Southwest Loop 820, for a total sales price of$202,768.68 to two buyers, Brian Villegas
and Global Signal Acquisitions IV LLC, in accordance with Section 34.05 of the Texas Tax
Code; and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute and record the appropriate
instruments conveying the property to complete the sale.
2. M&C L-15732 - Authorize Sale of Forty-Eight Tax-Foreclosed Properties to
Various Purchasers in the Aggregate Amount of$540,271.82, in Accordance with
Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Section 34.05 of the
Texas Tax Code, Subject to the Consent of All Other Taxing Entities Who Were
Parties to the Foreclosure Lawsuits (COUNCIL DISTRICTS 2,3, 4, 5, 8 and 9)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the sale of the 48 tax-
foreclosed properties to various purchasers in the aggregate amount of $540,271.82, in
accordance with Section 272.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Section 34.05 of the
Texas Tax Code, subject to the consent of all other taxing entities who were parties to the
foreclosure lawsuits; and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute and record the
appropriate instruments conveying the properties to the highest bidders in compliance with the
bid form specifications to complete the sale.
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E. Award of Contract - Consent Items
1. M&C C-27073 - Authorize Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
Audio Visual Innovations, Inc., in the Amount of$235,269.59 for a Vidyo Video-
Conferencing Solution that will Integrate Video Conferencing with the
Cablecasting Control Rooms for the Cable Communications Office Using a
Cooperative Contract and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance Increasing Estimated
Receipts and Appropriations in the Special Trust Fund, the City Public,
Education and Governmental Fee Fund (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of a
Professional Services Agreement with Audio Visual Innovations, Inc., in the amount of
$235,269.59 for a Vidyo video-conferencing solution that will integrate video-conferencing with
the Cablecasting Control Rooms for the Cable Communications Office using General Services
Administration Cooperative Contract No. GS-03F-0037M; and adopt Appropriation Ordinance
21525-11-2014 increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Cable Facilities
Expenditure Section of the Special Trust Fund in the amount of $235,269.59, from available
Public Education Government funds, for the purpose of funding certain capital costs associated
with the City's Cable Access Facilities.
2. M&C C-27074 - Authorize Amendment to the Lease Agreement Between the City
of Fort Worth and Casa Manana Musicals, Inc., to Extend the Term to Four
Years to Expire on December 31, 2024 Under the Same Terms and Conditions
(COUNCIL DISTRICT 7)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize an amendment to the
Lease Agreement between the City of Fort Worth and Casa Manana Musicals, Inc., to extend the
term to four years to expire on December 31, 2024, under the same terms and conditions.
3. M&C C-27075 - Authorize Execution of an Interlocal Agreement with Region 10
Education Service Center for Videoconference Connectivity Services in the
Amount of$23,750.00 of Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funds for the Fire
Department (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
The City Council approved the following recommendation: Authorize the execution of an
Interlocal Agreement with Region 10 Education Service Center for video-conference
connectivity services in the amount of$23,750.00 of Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funds
for the Fire Department.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY SECRETARY - CONSENT ITEMS
1. OCS - 1940 - Notice of Claims for Alleged Damages and/or Injuries
End of Consent Agenda.
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IX. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS,INTRODUCTIONS, ETC.
1. Presentation of Proclamation for American Diabetes Month
Council Member Jordan presented a proclamation for American Diabetes Month to Mr. Jim
West, Volunteer for the American Diabetes Association.
2. Presentation of Proclamation of Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month
Mayor Price presented a proclamation of Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month to Ms.
Diane Dauwalder, Fort Worth Support Group Leader for Pulmonary Hypertension Association.
3. Presentation of Proclamation for Texas Recyclin Day
Council Member Shingleton presented a proclamation for Texas Recycling Day to Mr. Kim
Mote, Assistant Environmental Management Director, Code Compliance Department, Mr. Steve
Eaterwood, Waste Management, Mr. Tim Barber, Bridgestone Firestone, Mr. Terry Willet,
Goodwill, Mr. Brian Anderson, Lighting Resources Texas, and Ms. Raquel Daisy Robinson,
Better Business Bureau of Greater Tarrant County.
4. Presentation of Certificate of Recoy-nition of Bill Hall on Receiviniz the North
Texas Recycling Award for Volunteer of the Year
Council Member Shingleton presented a Certificate of Recognition to Mr. Bill Hall on receiving
the North Texas Recycling Award for Volunteer of the Year.
X. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND STAFF
1. Upcoming and Recent Events
Mayor Price, Mayor Pro tem Espino, and Council Members Bivens, Shingleton and Zadeh
announced upcoming and recent events within the city and various Council districts.
2. Recognition of Citizens
There was no recognition of citizens.
3. Approval of Ceremonial Travel
There was no approval of ceremonial travel.
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X1. PRESENTATIONS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Changes in Membership on Boards and Commissions
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that the following individuals be reappointed to Place 2 on various boards and
commissions effective November 11, 2014, and with terms expiring as follows:
• Mr. Michael David Valdez to the Aviation Advisory Board with a term
expiring October 1, 2016
• Ms. Teresa Marie Ayala to the Parks and Community Services Board with a
term expiring October 1, 2016
• Ms. Rosalinda Martinez to the Library Advisory Board with a term expiring
October 1, 2016
• Mr. Carlos Flores to the City Zoning Commission and the Fort Worth
Alliance Airport Zoning Commission with a term expiring October 1, 2016
• Mr. Robert Gutierrez to the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission,
and the Board of Adjustment - Commercial and the Fort Worth Alliance
Airport Board of Adjustment with a term expiring October 1, 2016
• Ms. Jennifer Trevino to the City Plan Commission with a term expiring
October 1, 2016
• Mr. Ronald R. Shearer to the Building Standards Commission with a term
expiring September 30, 2016
• Mr. Lori Gordon to the Urban Design Commission with a term expiring
October 1, 2016
• Ms. Celine Vasquez to the Community Development Council with a term
expiring October 1, 2016
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen
Gray absent.
Motion: Council Member Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Espino, that
Mr. Jaime Martinez be reappointed to Place 9 on the Community Development
Council effective November 11, 2014, and with a term expiring October 31, 2016.
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen
Gray 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. REPORT OF THE CITY MANAGER
B. General
1. M&C G-18356 - Adopt Appropriation Ordinance to Properly Record Fees in the
Amount of$190,164.33 Paid to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., City Secretary. Contract
No. 45281 in Fiscal Year 2014 for Banking Services Provided in Conjunction with
Management of the City's Mineral Revenues (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council adopt an appropriation ordinance increasing estimated
receipts and appropriations in various funds in the amount of$190,164.33, paid to Wells Fargo
Bank, N.A., City Secretary Contract No. 45281 in Fiscal Year 2014, from available funds, for
banking and trust services associated with the collection and management of the City's mineral
revenues from multiple gas companies.
Motion: Council Member Shingleton made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Zimmerman, that Mayor and Council Communication G-18356 be approved and
Appropriation Ordinance .No. 21526-11-2014 be adopted. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
2. M&C G-18357 - Approve Extension of Iniury Leave-of-Absence Pay Benefits in
the Amount of $24,430.87 for Police Officer Tim Dean's Third Extension for the
Period of September 26, 2014 Through January 25, 2015 (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City approve an Extension of Injury Leave-of-Absence pay benefits
in the amount of $24,430.87 for Police Officer Tim Dean's third extension for a period
beginning September 26, 2014, through January 25, 2015.
Motion: Council Member Bivens made a motion, seconded by Council Member Zadeh, that
Mayor and Council Communication G-18357 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
3. M&C G-18358 - Deny Extension of Injury Leave-of-Absence Pay Benefits in the
Amount of$24,323.39 for Police Officer Kelley Caruthers' First Extension for the
Period of September 30, 2014 Through December 31, 2014 (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council deny an Extension of Injury Leave-of-Absence pay
benefits in the amount of$24,323.39 for Police Officer Kelley Caruthers' first extension for the
period beginning September 30, 2014, through December 31, 2014.
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The following individuals appeared before Council in opposition to Mayor and Council
Communication G-18358:
Mr. Richard Van Houten, 904 Collier
Mr. Kelley Caruthers, 451 HCR 1425, Covington, Texas
Mr. Duane Collins, 6948 CR 527, Burleson, Texas
Sgt. Paul Strittmatter, 3176 Waterside Drive, Arlington, Texas
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Bivens, that
Mayor and Council Communication G-18358 be continued to the December 2,
2014, Council meeting.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a substitute motion, seconded by Council Member
Bivens, that the extension of injury leave-of-absence pay benefits for Police Officer
Kelley Caruthers be extended through December 31, 2014. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
4. M&C G-18359 - Deny Extension of Iniury Leave-of-Absence Pay Benefits in the
Amount of$3,147.04 for Police Sergeant Terry Howard's Eighth Extension for the
Period of September 9, 2014 Through October 8, 2014 (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
It was recommended that the City Council deny an Extension of Injury Leave-of-Absence pay
benefits in the amount of $3,147.04 for Police Sergeant Terry Howard's eighth extension for a
period beginning September 9, 2014, through October 8, 2014.
Mr. Richard Van Houten, 904 Collier, appeared before Council in opposition to Mayor and
Council Communication G-18359.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Espino, that
the extension of injury leave-of-absence pay benefits for Police Sergeant Terry
Howard be extended through October 8, 2014. The motion failed 4 ayes to 4 nays,
with Mayor Price and Council Members Zimmerman, Scarth and Shingleton casting
the dissenting votes, and with Council Member Allen Gray absent. Per the Council's
Rules of Procedure, the motion to approve the extension failed due to the tie vote —
the extension was denied.
F. Award of Contract
1. M&C C-27076 - Authorize Execution of an Amendment to the South Tract
Develonment Agreement, City Secretary No. 31707, with Southwest Pasture Ltd.
an Affiliate of Edwards Geren Limited, to Extend the Term Five Years and Delay
Full-Purpose Annexation Until on or After December 31, 2019 (COUNCIL
DISTRICT 6)
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It was recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of an amendment to the South
Tract Development Agreement, City Secretary Contract No. 31707, with Southwest Pasture Ltd.,
an affiliate of Edwards Geren Limited, to extend the term of the agreement five years and delay
the date at which the City may initiate full-purpose annexation until on or after December 31,
2019.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro tem Espino, that
Mayor and Council Communication C-27076 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
XIV. ZONING HEARING
The City Council, at its meeting of October 14, 2014, continued Site-Plan SP-14-004:
1. SP-14-004 - (CD 2) - August Stanislawski/TX Industrial Scrap, 3800 N. Commerce
Street; Amend "PD-764" site plan to add permanent office for shredder.
(Recommended for Approval as Amended by the Zoning Commission to update
site plan to include armature radius) (Continued from a Previous Meeting)
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Site Plan SP-14-004 be continued to the February 3, 2015, Council meeting.
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen
Gray absent.
The City Council, at its meeting of October 14, 2014, continued Zoning Docket ZC-14-089:
2. ZC-14-089 - (CD 2) - Mohammed Ali Hussain, 3404 N. Elm Street; from: "A-5"
One-Family to: "ER" Neighborhood Commercial Restricted (Recommended for
Approval as Amended by the Zoning Commission to "ER" Neighborhood
Commercial Restricted) (Continued from a Previous Meeting)
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Zoning Docket ZC-14-089 be denied. The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes
to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
The Notice of Special Hearing set today as the date for the hearing in connection with
recommended changes and amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 13896 and that notice of the
hearing had been given by publication in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the official newspaper
of the City of Fort Worth, on October 22, 2014.
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3. ZC-14-110 - (CD 9) - 3900 Hemphill Street Partners, LP, 706 & 714 W. Drew, 709
Fogp- and 3900 & 3908 Hemphill; from: "B" Two-Family and "F" General
Commercial to: "ER" Neip-hborhood Commercial Restricted and "E"
Neighborhood Commercial (Recommended for Approval by the Zoning
Commission)
Mr. Chris Landers, 3900 Hemphill Street, completed a speaker card in support of Zoning Docket
ZC-14-110 and was recognized by Mayor Price but did not wish to address Council.
Motion: Council Member Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Zimmerman, that Zoning Docket ZC-14-110 be approved. The motion carried
unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen Gray absent.
4. ZC-14427 - (CD 2) - HS Churchill Trust, 816 Churchill Road; from: "B" Two-
Family and "E" Neighborhood Commercial to: "PD/C" Planned Development for
all uses in "C" Medium Density Multifamily; site plan included (Recommended
for Approval by the Zoning Commission as Amended to PD/C Planned
Development to include site plan)
Mr. Dennis Hopkins, 2131 North Collins Street, Suite 433-637, Arlington, Texas, completed a
speaker card in support of Zoning Docket ZC-14-127 and was recognized by Mayor Price but
was not present in the Council Chamber.
Motion: Mayor Pro tem Espino made a motion, seconded by Council Member Bivens, that
Zoning Docket ZC-14-127 be continued to the December 2, 2014, Council meeting.
The motion carried unanimously 8 ayes to 0 nays, with Council Member Allen
Gray absent.
(Mayor Pro tem Espino left his place at the dais and left the meeting.)
5. ZC-14-130 - (CD 9) - Oleander Properties, 1100 Blocks Hurley, 7th, and
Fairmount Avenue; from: "NS/T4" Near Southside/General Urban to: "PD/NS-
T4N" Planned Development for all uses in "NS-T4N" Near Southside/General
Urban Neighborhood with a building height up to five stories, site plan included.
(Recommended for Approval by the Zoning Commission as Amended to include
building elevations)
The following individuals completed speaker cards in support of Zoning Docket ZC-14-130 and
were recognized by Mayor Price but did not wish to address Council:
Mr. Mike Brennan, 1109 Mistletoe Drive
Mr. Jim Schell, 500 West 7th Street, Suite 600
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Mr. Dan Lowrance, 2008 Four Oaks Lane
Mr. Dirik Oudt, 5350 Emerson, Dallas, Texas
Mr. David Mellina, 1128 Fairmount Avenue completed a comment card in opposition to Zoning
Docket ZC-14-130.
Motion: Council Member Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Council Member Bivens, that
Zoning Docket ZC-14-130 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes to
0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray absent.
6. ZC-14-131 - (CD 9) - Fort Worth ISD, 1501 W. Seminary Drive; from: "A-5"
One-Family and "B" Two-Family to: "CF" Community Facilities (Recommended
for Approval by the Zoning Commission)
Motion: Council Member Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Council Member Bivens, that
Zoning Docket ZC-14-131 be approved. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes to
0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray absent.
7. ZC-14-132 - (CD 5) - William West, 3129 Erie Street; from: "MU-1" Low
Intensity Mixed-Use to: "FR" General Commercial Restricted (Recommended for
Denial by the Zoning Commission)
The following individuals appeared before Council in opposition to Zoning Docket ZC-14-132:
Mr. Paul Kerpoe, 6717 Craig Street
Ms. Judy Taylor, 604 Stark Street
Motion: Council Member Bivens made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Zoning Docket ZC-14-132 be denied. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes
to 0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray absent.
City Secretary Kayser advised that Zoning Dockets ZC-14-134 through ZC-14-136 were surplus
properties and would be heard under on motion.
8. ZC-14-134 - (CD 9) - City of Fort Worth Planning & Development, 2616 May
Street; from: "B" Two-Family to: "A-5" One-Family (Recommended for
Approval by the Zoning Commission)
9. ZC-14-135 - (CD 8) - City of Fort Worth Planning & Development, 1208 Ash
Crescent; from: "J" Medium Industrial to: "A-5" One-Family (Recommended
for Approval by the Zoning Commission)
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10. ZC-14-136 - (CD 8) - City of Fort Worth Planning & Development, 3105 Finley
Street; from: "B" Two-Family to: "A-5" One-Family (Recommended for
Approval by the Zoning Commission)
Motion: Council Member Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that Zoning Dockets ZC-14-134 through ZC-14-136 be approved. The motion
carried unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council
Member Allen Gray absent.
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 Zadeh made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton, that the
hearing be closed and Ordinance No. 21527-11-2014 be adopted. The motion carried
unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray
absent.
11. ZC-14-139 - (CD-ALL) - City of Fort Worth Planning & Development: Text
Amendment: One Family Parking Standards; An Ordinance amending the
Zoning Ordinance of the City of Fort Worth, being Ordinance No. 13896, as
amended, codified as Appendix "A" of the Code of The City of Fort Worth
(1986), to amend Chapter 4 "District Regulations" to amend: Subsection D.
"Other Development Standards" of Section 4.700 through 4.705 "One-Family
("A") District" to increase the number of parking spaces required per dwelling
unit based on the number of bedrooms (Recommended for Approval by the
Zoning Commission)
Motion: Council Member Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Shingleton, that Zoning Docket ZC-14-136 be approved and Ordinance No. 21528-
11-2014 be adopted. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor
Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray absent.
XV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. First Public Hearing for a Proposed City-Initiated Annexation of Approximately
69.2 Acres of Land in Tarrant County, Located Along Longhorn Road, West of
Main Street and North of Northwest Loop 820 (AX-14-004, Area 36-1)
It was recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing for a Proposed City-Initiated
Annexation of approximately 69.2 acres of land in Tarrant County, located along Longhorn
Road, West of Main Street and North of Northwest Loop 820 (AX-14-004, Area 36-1).
Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
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a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Leo Valencia, Senior Planner, Planning and Development Department, appeared before
Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Comments
There were no citizen comments.
Motion: Council Member Zimmerman made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Shingleton, that the public hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously 7
ayes to 0 nays, with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray
absent.
2. First Public HearinL for a Proposed Owner-Initiated Annexation of
Approximately 468.04 Aces of Land in Tarrant County, Commonly Known as
Pate Ranch, Located South of Altamesa Boulevard, West of the Fort Worth and
Western Railroad (AX-14-006, Area 55-2)
It was recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing for a proposed Owner-Initiated
Annexation of approximately 468.04 acres of land in Tarrant County, commonly known as Pate
Ranch, located South of Altamesa Boulevard, West of the Fort Worth and Western Railroad
(AX-14-006, Area 55-2).
Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
a. Report of City Staff
Mr. Leo Valencia, Senior Planner, Planning and Development Department, appeared before
Council and provided a staff report.
b. Citizen Comments
Mr. Tom Galbreath, representing Dunaway Associates, 550 Bailey Avenue, Suite 400, appeared
before Council in support of the owner-initiated annexation.
Mr. Jack Foreman, 7004 Briercliff Court, completed a comment card in opposition to the owner-
initiated annexation.
Motion: Council Member Jordan made a motion, seconded by Council Member Shingleton,
that the public hearing be closed. The motion carried unanimously 7 ayes to 0 nays,
with Mayor Pro tem Espino and Council Member Allen Gray absent.
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XVI. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
The following individuals appeared before Council relative to issues with the Fort Worth Police
Department:
Mr. Edward Wesley, 9229 Renee Circle
Mr. Tony Abbs, 5500 Wentworth Street
Mayor Price directed Mr. Abbs to meet with Deputy City Attorney Gerald Pruitt. Council
Member Jordan also requested that Mr. Abbs provide Mr. Pruitt with a timeline of events for
when he claims the harassment took place.
XVII. EXECUTIVE SESSION (PRE-COUNCIL CHAMBER) - SEE ATTACHMENT B
XVIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Price adjourned the Regular meeting at 8:29 p.m.
These minutes approved by the Fort Worth City Council on the 18`h day of November, 2014.
Attest: rre .
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Mary J. Kays etsy ce
City Secretary Mayo