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05-12-1998 (City Council) Minutes MINUTES Wylie City Council Meeting May 12, 1998 Call to Order Mayor Jim Swartz called the City Council Meeting to order, May 12, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. with the following Councilmembers present: Joel Scott, Reta Allen, Lavern Ramsey, Wanda Sparks, and J.C. Worley. Councilman Adams was absent. Staff members present were: Mike Collins, City Manager; Mindy Manson, Assistant to the City Manager; Brady Snellgrove, Finance Director; Jack Jones, Public Works Superintendent and Barbara Salinas, City Secretary. Invocation Reverend Robert Reeder of the First Christian Church was present to give the Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Swartz asked Councilman Ramsey to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Swartz asked that Item No. 1 be removed from the Consent Agenda. 1) Consider and Act Upon Approval of the Minutes of the April 28, 1998 Regular Meeting and May 5, 1998 Canvass of Election Returns. Councilman Scott made a motion to Approve the Minutes of the April 28, 1998 Regular Meeting and May 5, 1998 Canvass of Election Returns. Mayor Pro Tem Worley seconded the Motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. Consider and Act Upon a Resolution Declaring the Results of the Canvass of the General Election of May 2, 1998. Councilman Scott made Motion to Approve the Resolution declaring the results of the Canvass of the General Election of May 2, 1998. Mayor Pro Tem Worley seconded the Motion. A vote was taken and the Motion passed unanimously. Resolution No. 98-10 (R). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE CANVASS FOR THE ELECTION RETURNS OF THE GENERAL ELECTION OF MAY 2, 1998; GENERAL ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A MAYOR, AND THREE MEMBERS OF THE WYLIE CITY COUNCIL, PLACES 2, 4, AND 6, FOR A TERM OF TWO YEARS. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 1 Consider and Act Upon a Resolution Declaring the Results of the Canvass of the Special Election of May 2, 1998. Councilman Scott made Motion to Approve the Resolution declaring the results of the Canvass of the General Election of May 2, 1998. Mayor Pro Tern Worley seconded the Motion. A vote was taken and the Motion passed unanimously. Resolution No. 98-11(R) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE CANVASS FOR THE ELECTION RETURNS OF THE SPECIAL ELECTION HELD ON MAY 2, 1998; SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBNIITTING TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, CERTAIN PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE EXISTING CITY CHARTER. Administer Oath of Office and Statement of Elected Officials Mayor Swartz administered the Oath of Office and Statement of Elected Officer to newly elected Mayor and Councilmembers. Mayor John Mondy, Councilwoman Reta Allen, Councilman Merrill Young and Councilman Chris Trout. The newly elected Mayor and Councilmembers were then seated at the bench. Mayor Swartz offered his congratulations to the new Council. Mayor Pro Tem Worley expressed his appreciation to Mayor Swartz and Councilwoman Sparks for their service to the Council. Election of Mayor Pro Tem Councilwoman Reta Allen made a motion to nominate J.C. Worley as Mayor Pro Tern. Councilman Scott seconded the Motion. A vote was taken, with Mr. Worley abstaining, and the motion passed unanimously. Consent Agenda Mayor Mondy asked the Council if there were any items on the Consent Agenda that they wished to remove. Councilman Scott made a motion to approve Consent Agenda Items two (2) through six (6). Councilwoman Reta Allen seconded the Motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 2 Consent Agenda -continued 2) Consider and Act Upon Approval of an Ordinance Regulating Construction Debris Ordinance No. 98-11 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE,TEXAS,PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL OF CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 3) Consider and Act Upon Approval of an Ordinance Regulating Erosion and/or Siltation. Ordinance No. 98-12 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS,PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL OF EROSION AND/OR SILTATION; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 4) Consider and Act Upon the Final Acceptance of the Construction of a New 20" Water Transmission Main and Related Utility Improvements Along FM544, and the Installation of a New Gravity Sewer System for the McCord's Little Six Subdivision, and Authorizing Final Payment to Four D Construction, Inc. in the Amount of$33,231.62 and Accept the Project as Complete. 5) Consider and Act Upon the Final Acceptance of the Construction of the New Muddy Creek Interceptor Sewer-Phase I, and Authorize Final Payment to Four D Construction, Inc., in the Amount of $43,498.59 and Accept the Project as Complete. 6) Consider and Act Upon a Final Plat for Phase I of Southplace Estates, Proposed by Ballpen Venture II, L.P., Generally Located Along the East Side of South Ballard Street Directly Across From Stoney Brook Drive and being all of a 13.995 Acre Tract Out of the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract No. 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas. Action Agenda Mayor Mondy asked that we hear Item No. 14 on the Action Agenda and called Chief Butters forward and address the item. Mayor Mondy added that Item No. 13 would be heard immediately following Item No. 14. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 3 Action Agenda -continued 14) Consider and Act Upon Authorizing the Chief of Police to Make Application to the United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services for the Approval of Grants Under the COPS - Universal Hiring Program and the School Based Partnership Program to Facilitate the Hiring of Additional Police Officers for the City of Wylie. Chief Butters stated that this item was to request Council's permission to submit grant application for the funding of two (2) additional positions; a school resource officer, and a DARE Officer. He stated that we have an agreement with the School District to split the cost not covered by the grant equally, should we receive the grant. It was further clarified by City Manager, Mike Collins that this is not a commitment, but only a request for authorization to seek funding. Chief Butters stated that we should hear from the Department of Justice with three to four months. Mayor Pro Tern Worley made a motion to Authorize the Chief of Police to make application to the United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services for the approval of Grants under the COPS - Universal Hiring Program and the School Based Partnership Program to facilitate the hiring of additional Police Officers for the City of Wylie. Councilwoman Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 13) Consider and Act Upon Approval of a Request from Mr. Ron Evans for a Waiver of the Tournament Fees for a Tournament to Benefit Britney Tice. City Manager Mike Collins asked Ms. Manson to address this item. Ms. Manson stated that City Staff has received a request for fee waiver by Mr. Evans to hold a benefit tournament for Britney Tice. Ms. Manson stated that Evans has been before the Parks and Recreation Board and the Board recommended approval to waive the fees, however, they did recommend that a deposit be required, to be returned after the tournament. Ms. Manson stated that Mr. Evans is in the process of coordinating a date through WSA to schedule the tournament. Mayor Mondy asked Mr. Evans to come forward and give Council an update of the situation with Britney. Mr. Evans stated that it was determined over a year ago that Britney has a lung diesese and would eventually require a transplant. Mr. Evans stated that he is holding the tournament to help with medical expenses and that most supplies for the tournament have been donated to help alleviate costs. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 4 ACTION AGENDA Waiver of Tournament Fees -continued Mayor Mondy stated that he was aware of approximately$7,000 that had been raised prior to the benefit held on May 11 and asked how much had been raised to date. Mr. Evans stated that last evenings benefit raised approximately $3,700 by means of benefit concert and auction at the Wylie Opry. Councilman Young inquired as to how and who would be responsible for paying expenses for Britney Tice. Mayor Mondy responded by stating that the Board was comprised of five members, and that two signatures were required for payment. He further stated that the board is in the process of adopting an official name, and that funds would be established for year round use to those in need. Mayor Mondy stated that recently a neighboring city made a donation of unexpended funds collected to benefit another child who had recently lost their battle. Councilwoman Allen made a motion to Approve the request from Mr. Ron Evans for waiver of the tournament fees for a tournament to benefit Britney Tice. Councilman Scott seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. Public Hearings 7. Consider and Act Upon a Request to Rezone 45.3768 Acres from R (Retail), B- 1 (Business), and MF (Multifamily) to PD (Planned Development) for Single Family Residential Uses, Amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No 85-23A. The Tract is Situated in the Moses Sparks Survey, Abstract 849, Collin County, Texas and Generally Located Along the East Side of McCreary Road just South of Southfork Mobile Home Park. ZC No 98-02. City Manager asked that Planning Director, Tobin Maples address this item. Mr. Maples began his introduction with a brief history of the case. Mr. Maples described the area as a 45 acre tract located on the east side of McCreary Road just south of Southfork Mobile Home Park. He stated that Council first heard this case on April 14 at which time the applicant requested that Council table the request to allow applicant time to coordinate changes to conceptual plan. Council granted applicants request and the item was tabled. The case was readvertised and brought before Planning and Zoning and Council. Mr. Maples described the zoning surrounding the property. The property to the north is zoned MH (Mobile Home) and developed with a mobile home park. The property to the south is vacant and zoned A (Agricultural). The property to the east is vacant and zoned PD (Planned Development) for single family residential uses. The property to the southeast is vacant and zoned A (Agricultural) with an approved PD (Planned Development) concept plan for single family residential uses. The property to the west is not within the City of Wylie proper. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 5 Public Hearings Zoning Case No. 98-02 -continued Mr. Maples stated that the Comprehensive Plan recommends Single Family use for this area, and that the proposed PD is consistent with Comprehensive Plan only in terms of Single Family use. Mr. Maples stated that the minimum single family residential lot size permitted by the zoning ordinance is 7,200 square feet and that the lot size proposed in this evening PD is incorporating 149-6,000 sq ft lots with the following specific variances requested. Mr. Maples stated that the applicant is proposing a 20' front yard variance, 25' is required for SF-3; 15 ft rear yard variance for principal structure and 20' for garage, 25' is required for SF-3; 10' side yard variance between structures and 15' for side yards adjacent to a side street, not less than 6' on each side of the lot and 20' for side yards adjacent to a side street is required for SF-3; 10' between structures and 15' for side yards adjacent to a street, SF-3 requirement is not less than 6' on each side of the lot and 20' for side yard adjacent to a side street; Minimum lot depth is 100' and 90' for cul de sac, SF-3 requirement is 100 ft; Minimum lot width proposed for variance is 50', SF-3 requirement is 60 ft; Height proposed is 35 ft or 2 1/2 stories, SF-3 requirement is a maximum 2 stories. Mr. Maples stated that on April 13, 1998, the applicant submitted a new Conceptual Plan incorporating certain development standards. Specific changes distinguishing this Conceptual Plan from the original submittal are as follows: • A ten (10) acre school site in the northwest corner of the property. Dr. Fuller(Wylie I.S.D. Superintendent) has verified that the applicant has made an offer to sell the ten (10) acre site to the school district. Dr. Fuller also indicated that he has informed the applicant that it would be advantageous to the City and the School District to acquire an additional five (5) acres adjacent to the proposed school site, however, the concept plan before Council does not incorporate that use. • The applicant has increased the minimum dwelling size from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet. Mr. Maples advised Council that at the April 20, 1998, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, the Commission voted by 6-1 to recommend denial. Mr. Maples stated that denial was due to the fact that the proposed PD did not meet the intent of the PD district and ordinance. Specifically, Section 21 of the City of Wylie Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 85-23A states that the PD (Planned Development) district is intended to provide for combining and mixing of uses allowed in various districts. Mr. Maples stated that the proposed PD does not incorporate a mixed use concept and, therefore, does not meet the intent of the district and ordinance. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 6 Public Hearings Zoning Case No. 98-02 -continued He further advised Council that Section 35.5(2) of the City of Wylie Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 85-23A states that when a proposed zoning request is heard by the City Council that has been denied by the Planning and Zoning Commission, a three-fourths (3/4) majority vote by the City Council would be required for approval. Mr. Maples was then available for questions from the Council. Councilman Scott asked about the Lakeside development to the east and southeast. Councilman Scott asked specifically about the lot sizes. Mr. Maples confirmed that lot sizes were 6,000 to 7,200 square feet. Councilman Scott then asked of the 6,000 square foot lots, were the proposals (variances) asked then the same as what is proposed this evening. Mr. Maples stated that they were. Councilman Scott then asked if the developer has indicated how many lots south of Riverway Lane would be lost if the lot size was changed from 6,000 to 7,200 square foot lots? Mr. Maples stated that the developer has not indicated how this would effect the number of lots, but that he has met with the applicant a number of times and that another concept plan has been submitted, but not reviewed and it is not considered an official application at this time. Mr. Pat Atkins with Tipton Engineering, came forward and first offered his congratulation to the newly elected Council. Mr. Atkins referred to the previous zoning case to the east and stated that it had originally been planned to be a part of the Master Plan for Lakeside. However, the timing with regard to the contract did not permit this, and submittal was delayed. Mr. Atkins stated that Council needed to understand that the applicant is asking for elimination of Multi-family and Retail and some Agricultural and that the majority of the property is zoned Multi-family and Retail. Mr. Atkins stated that they have been working with staff and the Commission did recommend denial due to their concerns over the mixed use aspect. He stated that after receiving input they have submitted a proposal to staff that represented a mixed use on said property and have increased the house size above the minimum of SF-3 and consistent with adjacent property. Mr. Atkins stated that he would request that Council allow them to go back to the Commission with the revised plan after staff has reviewed with modifications. He stated that the proposal is now a mixed use with 7,600 square foot lots as an average lot size. Mayor Mondy asked Mr. Maples to come forward and explain Council's options with regard to this item. Mr. Maples explained the three options available to Council. 1) take action to approve requiring a 3/4 majority vote, 2) deny and allow applicant to resubmit proposed changes, 3) table at the applicant's request. He stated that if Council takes option 2 or 3, the City will readvertise and begin the process over. Mr. Maples stated that his concern is that we have advertised on two separate occasions and that the zoning application fees are designed to incur the cost for advertising and staff review time. Mr. Maples stated that it may be appropriate to review a new application, since it is a new concept plan. He concluded that this action would not pose any delays and readvertising would be required Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 7 Public Hearings Zoning Case No. 98-02 -continued regardless. The Mayor asked what staff's recommendation would be. Mr. Maples stated that to deny would be appropriate and that this would allow applicant to submit a new application with the proposed changes to the Commission and Council. The Mayor then opened the Public Hearing asking that anyone who wished to speak in favor of the zone change come forward stating their name and address for the record and limit their remarks to five minutes. With no response, the Mayor then asked that anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the zone change come forward stating their name and address for the record and limit their remarks to five minutes. With no response, the Mayor then closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Trout made a motion to deny the applicants request. Councilwoman Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 8. Consider and Act Upon a Request to Rezone 1.502 Acres from A (Agricultural) to R (Retail), Amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No 85-23A. The Tract is Situated in the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract No 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas, and Generally Located Along the East Side of South Ballard just North of Alanis. ZC No 98-04 City Manager Mike Collins asked Mr. Tobin Maples to address this item. Mr. Maples stated that the existing zoning is unknown, and that the zoning map shows "P" public. Mr. Maples stated that the zoning ordinance does not include a "P" Public zoning district. Mr. Maples described the property; the property to the north is vacant and zoned for B-2 (Business) uses. The properties to the south and east are vacant and zoned for R (Retail) uses. The property to the northeast is vacant and zoned for SF-2 (Single Family Residential) uses. The property to west is vacant and zoned A (Agricultural). Long range Comprehensive Plan does recommend commercial uses for this property, therefore staff is recommending a Retail zoning in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Maples stated that the applicant is in the process of platting in order to facilitate an expansion of the existing Fire Station. Mr. Maples was then available for questions from Council. The Mayor then opened the Public Hearing asking that anyone who wished to speak in favor of the zone change come forward stating their name and address for the record and limit their remarks to five minutes. With no response, the Mayor then asked that anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the zone change come forward stating their name and address for the record and limit their remarks to five minutes. With no response, the Mayor then closed the Public Hearing. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 8 Action Agenda Zoning Case No. 98-04 -continued Councilman Trout asked for clarification to the proposed zoning. Mr. Maples stated that we are requesting to change the existing zoning of "P" Public to "R" Retail. The Mayor asked Chief English how long the Fire Station has been on said property. Councilwoman Allen stated that it was in the early 80's. The Mayor then asked Chief English if he had any objections to the zone change request. Chief English stated that he did not. Councilman Scott made a motion to approve a request to rezone 1.502 acres from A (Agricultural) to R (Retail), amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No 85-23A. Said tract is situated in the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract No 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas, and generally located along the East Side of South Ballard just North of Alanis. Councilwoman Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. Ordinance No. 98-13 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, SO AS TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO "R"RETAIL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 9. Consider and Act Upon a Preliminary Plat/Development Plan for Phase III of Lakeside Estates, Amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No 85-23A. The Tract is Situated in the Moses Sparks Survey, Abstract No 849, Collin County, Texas and Generally Located Along the East Side of McCreary Road just South of Southfork Mobile Home Park. Mr. Tobin Maples address the Council to advise that due to the action taken with Item No. 7, Item no 9 is a preliminary plat and would not conform to the existing zoning on the property and would have to be denied. Councilman Scott made a motion to deny Item No. 9. Councilman Trout seconded. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 10. Consider and Act Upon a Preliminary Plat for the Wylie Fire Station No. 1. The Tract is Situated in the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract No 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas Generally Located Along the East Side of South Ballard just North of Alanis. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 9 ACTION AGENDA Preliminary Plat - Fire Station 1 Tobin Maples addressed this item. He explained that the Preliminary Plat was to allow for expansion of Fire Station 1, and to bring into compliance with the subdivisions regulations. Mr. Maples stated that staff has reviewed and the Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval subject to approval of zoning case 98-04, which Council approved this evening. Mr. Maples was then available to questions from Council. Council Scott made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Wylie Fire Station No. 1. The tract is situated in the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract No 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas generally located along the East side of South Ballard just North of Alanis. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 11. Consider and Act Upon a Preliminary Plat for the Wylie Fire Station No. 2. The Tract is situated in the G.W. Gunnel Survey, Abstract No 351, City of Wylie, Collin Count, Texas and Generally Located Along the West Side of FM1378 just North of Brown Street. Mr. Maples address this item. Mr. Maples explained that the property under consideration is for Fire Station No. 2 generally located along the west side of FM1378, just north of Brown Street. The applicant is preliminary platting 7.5 acres in order to develop Fire Station No. 2. Mr. Maples stated that the property is currently zoned "A" Agricultural which does allow for a public facility such as a Fire Station. Mr. Maples stated that staff has reviewed and has found the plat to be in compliance with subdivision regulations and city ordinances. He concluded that on May 4, the Commission heard this case and recommend approval. Councilman Scott asked Mr. Maples why the property was not being rezoned to "R" retail like Fire Station No. 1. Mr. Maples stated that the current zoning "A" agricultural does allow for public facilities, such as a fire station and there is no need to rezone. Mr. Maples stated that the purpose for rezoning the Fire Station No. 1 property was to was to establish an official zoning district. The zoning map indicated "P" Public for which there is no zoning. Staff then recommended the zoning according to the Comprehensive Plan, "R" Retail. Existing zoning on this property, he explained, does allow public facilities; had the zoning on Fire Station 1 been "A" Agrilcultural, rezoning would not have been required. Councilman Young asked if at some point in time when this area may bring forth residential development, would we have to rezone again. Mr. Maples stated that we would not. He further explained that as long as it exists as a public facility we would not rezone, however, if the city sold the property and residential development was proposed, then it would have to be rezoned. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 10 ACTION AGENDA Preliminary Plat - Fire Station No. 2 -continued Mayor Pro Tern Worley made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Wylie Fire Station No. 2. The Tract is situated in the G.W. Gunnel Survey, Abstract No 351, City of Wylie, Collin Count, Texas and generally located along the West Side of FM1378 just North of Brown Street. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 12. Consider and Act Upon Appointing a Board of Director to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board. Mayor Mondy explained that the City currently appoints two positions to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board, Mr. Harry Tibbles, whose term expires in May of 1999, and Mr. Marvin Fuller whose term expires in May of this year. Mayor Mondy asked that Mr. Fuller come forward to address Council. Mr. Fuller stated that the North Texas Municipal Water District has provided the lowest water costs in the State while provided water for approximately 860,000 in the area as well as offering employment to many. He also mentioned the change in management with regard to the recent retirement of Carl Riehn, who was replaced by Mr. Jim Parks as Executive Director. Mr. Fuller stated that Mr. Parks has been the Deputy Director for four years and has approximately 17 years of experience. Councilman Scott expressed his appreciation to Mr. Fuller for his years of service to the Board. Mr. Fuller stated that he would like to be reappointed to the Board. Mr. Collins stated that staff would be meeting with Mr. Fuller and Mr. Tibbles to discuss water distribution points. Mr. Collins stated that staff would be coming forward with a presentation to Council in June regarding the consequences of a new distribution point. Councilman Scott made a motion to reappoint Mr. Marvin Fuller as a Board of Director to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board for a two year term ending in May of the year 2000. Mayor Pro Tern Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. Staff Reports City Manager Mike Collins reported on the situation with the construction at FM1378 and FM544. He stated that the Police Department had been assisting with the traffic flow during the peak hours only, and staff has continued to received numerous phone calls from frustrated citizens, therefore the police presence has been extended into the early evening hours to help with congested traffic. He stated that the completion of the construction is scheduled for October, and advised that he would keep Council informed on the progress. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 11 STAFF REPORTS Mr. Collins, City Manager -continued Mr. Collins stated that the Request for Proposals for review of the Comprehensive Plan have been distributed, and staff expects to receive proposals by the end of May, and forward to Council for consideration of Award of Bid at the first meeting in June. Councilman Scott asked about the construction progress of Kreymer Lane and S.H. 78. Mr. Collins stated that they are back on the job, and expect to be complete within two weeks. Mr. Collins also stated that they will conduct a final walk through before final payment is made. Councilman Scott asked Mr. Snellgrove about the tax statements/appraisals that have been mailed to residents, and Mayor Mondy asked about the average appraisal. Mr. Snellgrove advised that what was mailed out to residents was an initial report from the Appraisal District, and that the City did receive a preliminary roll. Mr. Snellgrove stated that the District's estimate is a $460 million tax base and that the city had budgeted for $426 million. He attributed approximately $20 million to new construction and estimated an approximate 5% increase in existing values. Sam Satterwhite, Executive Director for the Wylie Economic Development Office came forward and addressed Council. He stated that the relocation of a company his office is currently working with is in the final stages and the WEDC Board of Directors will be considering a final proposal on Tuesday and expect to have an answer from the company by Friday. Councilwoman Allen asked the status of bids for Memorial, Valentine and Mardi Gras. Public Works Superintendent Jack Jones stated that bids are pending the final specifications for concrete and street redesign improvements from the Hogan Corporation. He stated that he will be meeting with Mr. MacLean tomorrow morning to work on preparing specifications for concrete work bids and have advertised this week. Mr. Jones stated that Public Works Streets crews will begin on streets designated for improvements specific to areas that are sinking. He stated that they will be digging out areas and putting rock in lower areas, and that the contractor selected for the concrete work will then come in and begin making improvements. Councilman Scott asked Mr. Jones what work is being done on north Birmingham. Mr. Jones stated that a sewer line which was installed in the early 90's was installed and compacted with mud only, causing it to sink. He stated that the Public Works crews are now correcting the areas that are failing and installing 6-7" of base material and hot mix on the surface. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 12 Citizen Participation Mayor Mondy asked if there was anyone present who would like to come forward, to please state their name and address for the record and limit their remarks to five minutes. There was no citizens participation. Worksession Presentation of Downtown Traffic Study by Transportation Strategies, Incorporated. Mr. Stanton Foerster, Transportation Strategies Incorporated was present to give Council and those present a brief presentation on some traffic solutions for the downtown area. Mr. Foerster stated that the City Manager had asked their company to do an overview of the downtown area and offer traffic solutions to the conditions. They conducted a study of the traffic by measuring vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Mr. Foerster stated that 80% of the traffic is 'cut through' traffic, and not local, and that they did not notice a great deal of pedestrian traffic. He feels that the truck traffic is attributed to Brown and Ballard and their proximity and convenience to the downtown area, and that this may contribute to the concerns for pedestrian traffic. Mr Foerster gave several options to solving traffic solutions. One solution is to decrease truck traffic, and suggest optional routes. He suggested that we look into our ordinances, because signage alone would not carry enforcement without an ordinance. He stated, however, that they did not have trouble crossing the street. Mr. Foerster was asked what the considered "peak" hours. He stated that they focused on 4:00 to 4:30 and 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Mr. Foerster stated that they observed that the traffic in the downtown area is traveling between 40-45 MPH, which he considered too fast for the area and that the City may want to explore options to slow traffic to make it more accommodating to pedestrians. Mr. Foerster distributed five drawings to suggest ways to control the traffic. When asked about the use of stop sign, he stated that this was not allowed to control the of speed of traffic. Mr. Foerster explained each of the drawings and the purpose each served with regard to traffic control. Those present reviewed the designs and had comments and question of Mr.Foerster with regard to implementing in our downtown area. He stated that any combination of the alternatives could be applied to the downtown area, once the city decided how to proceed. Mr. Collins stated that he would like to discuss the proposed options with members of the Downtown Merchants Association and get their input before making any decisions. After some discussion the Mayor thanked Mr. Foerster for his presentation. Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 13 Executive Session Hold Executive Session Under Chapter 551., Subchapter 551.074, Personnel Matters, City Manager and his Contract with the City of Wylie. Reconvene into Open Meeting There was no action taken as a result of the Executive Session. Adjournment As there was no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned. Joh Mondy, Attest: /414.1t)ffL) rbara A. Sales, City Secretary Wylie City Council Minutes May 12,1998 Page 14