09-12-2000 (City Council) Minutes MINUTES
Wylie City Council
Tuesday, September 12, 2000
Wylie Municipal Complex—Council Chambers
2000 State Highway 78 North
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Council Present: Mayor John Mondy, Councilman Joel Scott, Councilwoman Reta Allen, Councilman Merrill
Young,Councilman J.C. Worley and Councilman Chris Trout. Councilman Eric Hogue was absent.
Staff Present: Anthony Johnson, City Manager; Mindy Manson, Assistant City Manager; Brady Snellgrove,
Finance Director; Chris Hoisted, City Engineer; Fire Chief Shan English; Dale Jackson, Building Official and
Barbara Salinas,City Secretary.
Nicki Allen- 1115 Boyd Drive
Ms. Allen expressed her opposition to the increase of taxes stating that of the 26 cities in Collin County, Wylie is
the second highest. Ms. Allen also commented on Tax Abatement Policies, and the Wylie Independent School
District's Bond Election.
Katherine Butschek—1755 F.M. 1378
Ms. Butschek posed a question regarding Item No. 8, the Quail Meadows Addition. She expressed concerns
regarding the posting of the developer sign advertising home in the 1,398 square foot range. Ms. Butschek stated
that she understood they were approved for 1,500 square foot homes and wanted to know what action Council
would take to correct the advertisement. The Mayor asked for the location of the sign.
Jill Lowery—1819 Spinnacre Way
Ms. Lowery expressed her concerns regarding the tax increase and asked that Council not approve the proposed
increase. Ms.Lowery stated her reasons for locating to the community and suggested that the increase would pose
a hardship on their one income family.
A. Consider and act upon the approval of the Minutes from the August 22, 2000 Regular
Meeting and August 29, 2000 Special Called Meeting.
Councilman Scott made a motion to approve the Minutes from the August 22, 2000 Regular Meeting. (There were
no minutes from the August 29, 2000 Special Called Meeting for approval) Councilwoman Allen seconded the
motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved,6-0.
The Mayor moved to recess the Regular Meeting of the Wylie City Council at 7:12 p.m.
The Parks and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation was called to order at 7:12 p.m with the
following members present. Mayor John Mondy, Councilman Joel Scott, Councilman J.C. Worley,
Councilman Chris Trout, and Ms. Gerry Whitt. Board members absent include Shirley Burnett and Dan
Chesnut.
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1. Consider and act upon approval of the FY2001 4B Budget, authorizing expenditures for the
Community Services Facility Capital Improvement Plan.
Ms. Manson provided the Board with a brief overview of the 2000-2001 proposed Budget. Councilman
Trout made a motion to approve the FY2001 4B Budget, authorizing expenditures for the Community
Services Facility Capital Improvement Plan. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was
taken and the motion was approved, 5-0.
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The Parks and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation was adjourned at 7.16 p.m.
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The Mayor then reconvened into the Regular Session of the Wylie City Council at 7:16 p.m.
la. Consider and act upon approval of the FY2001 4B Budget and Community Service
Facilities Capital Improvement Plan.
Councilman Trout made a motion to approve the FY2001 4B Budget and Community Service Facilities
Capital Improvement Plan. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the
Motion was approved, 6-0.
2. Consider and act upon approval of an Ordinance amending the budget for Fiscal Year
2000, beginning October 1, 1999 and ending September 30, 2000; repealing all conflicting
ordinances; containing a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
Mr. Brady Snellgrove provided Council with a brief overview of the amendments to the FY1999-2000
Budget. Councilman Scott made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2000-17 amending the budget for
Fiscal Year 2000, beginning October 1, 1999 and ending September 30, 2000; repealing all conflicting
ordinances; containing a severability clause; and providing for an effective date. Councilman Trout
seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
3. Hold a public hearing and consider and act upon approval of an Ordinance of the City of
Wylie, adopting a budget and appropriating resources for the fiscal year 2000, beginning
October 1, 2000 and ending September 30, 2001.
Mr. Brady Snellgrove provided Council with a brief overview of the proposed FY2000-2001 Budget.
The Mayor then opened the public hearing asking that anyone wishing to speak either in favor or
opposition of the FY2000-2001 Budget to come forward stating their name for the record and limiting
their comments to three minutes.
Ms. Jill Lowery— 1819 Spinnacre Way
Mr. Lowery asked that Council record her prior comments during Citizens Participation with regard to
her opposition to the tax increase.
Mr. Matthew Butschek— 1755 F.M. 1378
Mr. Butschek stated that he has discussed the issue of our tax increase with the Tax Assessor for Collin
County. He stated that he would like to see the developers contribute their fair share to our community,
rather than placing the entire tax burden on the citizens.
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Catherine Butschek— 1755 F.M. 1378
Ms. Butschek expressed her opposition to a tax increase and asked that Council explore alternatives
before raising taxes.
With no further comments, the Mayor then closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Worley made a
motion to approve Ordinance No. 2000-18 of the City of Wylie, adopting a budget and appropriating
resources for the fiscal year 2000, beginning October 1, 2000 and ending September 30, 2001.
Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
4. Consider and act upon approval of an Ordinance fixing the tax rate/levy for 2000 and for the
Fiscal Year 2000-2001 budget.
Mr. Snellgrove stated that this item supports the Budget that was just approved with Item 3.
Councilman Scott asked that Mr. Snellgrove clarify the 2.5 cent increase. Mr. Snellgrove stated that the
2.5-cent increase is a result of the 1998 Bond Election approved by the voters. Mr. Chris Hoisted, City
Engineer also provided a list of the projects that have been completed as a result of the 1998 Bond,
including Kirby Street, Drainage issues at Presidential Estates and McMillian Road.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2000-19 fixing the tax rate/levy at
$0.725 per $100 of assessed value for 2000 and for the Fiscal Year 2000-2001 Budget. Councilwoman
Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
5. Consider and act upon approval of a Final Plat for the McCreary Estates Addition,
generally located at the northeast corner of McCreary Road and FM 544,just north of the
DART Railroad tracks, and being all of a certain 53.0649 acre tract situated in the Moses
Sparks Survey,Abstract No. 849, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Final Plat request. She stated that the Planning
and Zoning Commission is recommending approval subject to the modification of Lots 11 and 12,
Block G and Lot 13, Block M,to the front property line to meet the minimum 60 ft. width requirement.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the Final Plat for the McCreary Estates Addition,
generally located at the northeast corner of McCreary Road and FM 544, just north of the DART
Railroad tracks, and being all of a certain 53.0649 acre tract situated in the Moses Sparks Survey.
Abstract No. 849, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas subject to all stipulations recommended by the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Young seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the
motion was approved, 6-0.
6. Consider and act upon approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Cascades Addition,
generally located north of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the northeast corner of FM
1378 and Schooner Bay Drive, and being all of a certain 52 acre tract situated in the James
McUlmurry Survey, Abstract No. 629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a history of the Preliminary Plat request. Ms. Manson stated that
the Planning and Zoning Commission is recommending approval with the following stipulations:
Secondary access to the subdivision provided from Drain drive to the east of the subdivision; the plat
must show a temporary turn around easement at Little Bay Drive; resolution of the two lots on Little
Bay Drive (Lots 1 and 2, Block E) being brought into conformance with the 8,500 square foot
minimum.
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It was also noted that the concept plan was approved with some of the lots being less than or greater
than 90 degrees to the street. The Commission granted a variance to the subdivision regulations to allow
these lots to exist as shown at the August 15, 2000 meeting.
Mr. Randy Nolan, representing the Cascades was present to provide Council with blue prints showing
the secondary access from Drain Drive. Councilman Scott clarified with Mr. Nolan that all legal issues
related to water service have been resolved.
Councilman Young made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Cascades Addition, generally
located north of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the northeast corner of FM 1378 and Schooner Bay
Drive, and being all of a certain 52 acre tract situated in the James McUlmurry Survey, Abstract No.
629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas subject to all stipulations recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was
approved, 6-0.
7. Consider and act upon approval of a Final Plat for the Cascades Addition, generally located
north of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the northeast corner of FM 1378 and Schooner
Bay Drive, and being all of a certain 30 acre tract situated in the James McUlmurry Survey,
Abstract No. 629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Final Plat request. Mr. Randy Nolan,
representing the Cascades was present to address any concerns of Council. Councilman Trout inquired
as to when the Park amenities would be initiated. Mr. Nolan stated that this would begin with Phase I.
Councilman Trout made a motion to approve the Final Plat for the Cascades Addition, generally located
north of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the northeast corner of FM 1378 and Schooner Bay Drive,
and being all of a certain 30 acre tract situated in the James McUlmurry Survey, Abstract No. 629, City
of Wylie, Collin County, Texas, subject to all stipulations recommended by the Planning and Zoning
Commission. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was
approved, 6-0.
8. Consider and act upon approval of a Final Plat for the Quail Meadow Addition, generally
located south of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the southeast corner of FM 1378 and
Starpointe Lane, and being all of a certain 55.37 acre tract situated in the James McUlmurry
Survey,Abstract No. 629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Final Plat request. She stated that the Planning
& Zoning Commission is recommending approval subject to the following recommendations.
Temporary turn around easement at the end of Spinnacre Way; reflection of water line easement
recorded volume and page number on the plat; open space reflect dedication information and purpose;
side building lines adjacent to a street be altered to reflect 20' rather than 15' and minor adjustments
made to the Lot and Block numbering on the plat.
Councilman Trout made a motion to approve the Final Plat for the Quail Meadow Addition, generally
located south of the Newport Harbor subdivision at the southeast corner of FM 1378 and Starpointe
Lane, and being all of a certain 55.37 acre tract situated in the James McUlmurry Survey, Abstract No.
629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas, subject to all stipulations recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. Councilman Scott seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was
approved, 6-0.
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9. Consider and act upon approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Sage Creek North Addition,
generally located south of McMillen Road, just east of Southfork Mobile Home Park, and
being all of a certain 50.775 acre tract situated in the John W. Mitchell Survey, Abstract No.
589, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Councilman Worley abstained from any discussion and vote on Item No. 9 and completed the proper affidavit for
Conflict of Interest.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Preliminary Plat request. She stated that the Planning
and Zoning Commission voted to favorably recommend this case.
Councilman Scott made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Sage Creek North Addition,
generally located south of McMillen Road,just east of Southfork Mobile Home Park, and being all of a
certain 50.775 acre tract situated in the John W. Mitchell Survey, Abstract No. 589, City of Wylie,
Collin County, Texas. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was
approved, 5-0, Councilman Worley abstained.
10. Consider and act upon approval of a Final Plat for the Parker Addition, generally located at
the northeast corner of FM 544 and FM 1378 just south of the DART Railroad tracks, and
being all of a certain 4.203 acre tract situated in the J.W. Curtis Survey, Abstract No. 196, and
the M. Millron Survey,Abstract No. 563, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Final Plat request. Mr. Don Jackson, 2600
West F.M. 544, representing the applicant was present to address any concerns of Council. Councilman
Worley expressed his concern regarding prior commitment with Mr. Parker and the Bluebonnet Nursery.
Ms. Manson stated these concerns are related to zoning and code issues and if it is Council's desire to
deny or table the request, it must be directly related to problems with the subdivision regulations. She
stated that if the request complies with our subdivision regulations and pertinent ordinances, it needs to
be approved.
Councilman Young made a motion to approve the Final Plat for the Parker Addition, generally located
at the northeast corner of FM 544 and FM 1378 just south of the DART Railroad tracks, and being all of
a certain 4.203 acre tract situated in the J.W. Curtis Survey, Abstract No. 196, and the M. Millron
Survey, Abstract No. 563, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas. Councilwoman Allen seconded the
motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-1. Councilman Worley voted in opposition.
11. Consider and act upon approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Tramell Addition, generally
located south of E. Brown Street, east of Kreymer Lane, and being all of a certain 2.00 acre
tract situated in the Francisco de la Pina Survey, Abstract No. 688, City of Wylie, Collin
County, Texas.
Ms. Manson provided Council with a brief history of the Preliminary Plat request. Ms. Manson stated
that the Planning and Zoning Commission is favorably recommending and approved the variance
request to allow a septic sewer system until the property to the North is developed and sewer lines are
extended within 500' of his property.
Mr. Don Jackson, representing the applicant was present to address any concerns of Council. He
provided location information and addressed concerns regarding future development. It was clarified
that when sanitary sewer is extended either through his property (10 acres) or within 500' applicant will
be required, by ordinance to tie onto the line at that time.
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Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Tramell Addition, generally
located south of E. Brown Street, east of Kreymer Lane, and being all of a certain 2.00 acre tract situated
in the Francisco de la Pina Survey, Abstract No. 688, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas. Councilman
Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
The Mayor called for a 7-minute recess at 8:06 to reconvene at 8:15 p.m.
12. Consider and act upon approval of an Agreement between the City of Wylie, Choice Homes,
and East Fork Water District.
Mr. Anthony Johnson provided Council with a brief background of the Agreement between the City,
East Fork, Oak Meadows and Choice Homes. Mr. Johnson explained that this agreement provides for
Wylie to transfer to East Fork the portion of its CCN overlying the Oak Meadow Subdivision (acquired
by Choice Homes) for the provision of water services by East Fork to the Oak Meadows Subdivision.
Councilman Scott made a motion to approve the Agreement between the City of Wylie, Choice Homes,
Wylie/Oak Meadows and East Fork Water District. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote
was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
13. Consider and act upon approval of a change order to the Animal Shelter construction
Contract.
Mr. Dale Jackson, Building Official provided Council with a brief history of the Animal Shelter and the
request for a change order. The change order is to enhance the front entrance of the Shelter, at the
�._ direction of Council. Council asked that staff provide a memorandum advising of the date that the
shelter will be operational.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve a change order to the Animal Shelter Construction
Contract in the amount of$28,000. Councilman Scott seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the,
motion was approved, 6-0.
14. Consider and act upon approval of the purchase of 1998 twenty-four foot Triple Pontoon Boat
with a 90 horsepower motor for use by the Wylie Fire Department.
Chief English provided Council with a brief background on the necessity of the purchase of the 1998
twenty-four foot Triple Pontoon Boat for use of the Wylie Fire Department. Chief English explained
that currently the two boats that are used by the Wylie Fire Department are in need of repairs costing
approximately $8,000. Chief English stated that the new boat will be used for drowning victims,
dragging, diving, rescues and pulling disabled boats in bad weather and will offer greater stability in
rough water and be more cost effective.
There was some discussion regarding the responsibilities of the Wylie Fire Department as first response
to the lake and the possibility of future cost sharing by neighboring entities.
Councilman Young made a motion to approve the purchase of the 1998 twenty-four foot Triple Pontoon
Boat with 90 horsepower motor for use by the Wylie Fire Department. Councilman Worley seconded
the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
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15. Consider and act upon appointing a replacement to the Library Board for an unexpired term
ending in July 2001.
Councilman Scott made a motion to remove this item from the Table for discussion and action.
Councilman Trout seconded the motion. Councilman Scott then made a motion to appoint Ms. Kathy
Spillyards to the Library Board to fill an unexpired term ending July 2001. Councilwoman Allen
seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 6-0.
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The following Ordinance captions were then read into the record.
ORDINANCE NO.2000-17
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, AMENDING THE BUDGET OR THE FISCAL YEAR 2000 BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 1999 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2000, BY AMENDING ORDINANCE NO 2000-06; REPEALING ALL
CONFLICTING ORDINANCES;CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
ORDINANCE NO.2000-18
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE,TEXAS, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING RESOURCES FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2001, BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2000 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2001; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING
ORDINANCES;CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
ORDINANCE NO.2000-19
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE TAX RATE AND LEVY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, UPON ALL TAXABLE
PROPERTY IN SAID CITY OF WYLIE,TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING THE CURRENT EXPENSES OF SAID CITY OF
THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2001, AND FOR THE FURTHER PURPOSE OF CREATING A SINKING FUND TO
RETIRE THE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST OF THE BONDED INDEBTEDNESS OF SAID CITY;PROVIDING FOR A LIEN ON ALL
REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TO SECURE PAYMENT OF TAXES DUE THEREON; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
ORDINANCE NO.2000-20
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, AMENDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED HEREIN OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF FM1378 AND
NORTH OF THE NEWPORT HARBOR SUBDIVISION, FROM AGRICULTURE "A" TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT "PD",
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING DISTRICT MAP (ORDINANCE 91-12, ORDINANCE
91-13)ORDINANCE 86-1 AND REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES;CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
ORDINANCE NO.2000-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, TEXAS, AMENDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED HEREIN OF THE CITY OF WYLIE, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF MCMILLEN
ROAD AND EAST OF SOUTHORK MOBILE HOME PARK, FROM AGRICULTURAL"A"TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT"PD"
AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE, BY AMENDING DISTRICT MAP (ORDINANCE NO. 91-12.
ORDINANCE 91-13)ORDINANCE 86-1, AND REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The Mayor then announced at 8:37 p.m. that Council would convene into Executive Session in
accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Code Annotated (Open Meeting
Law), Section 551.072 Real Estate (200 Block of North Jackson Street) to deliberate the purchase,
exchange, lease or value of real property.
The Mayor reconvened into Open Session at 9:00 p.m. and announced that no action would be taken as
a result of the Executive Session.
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With no further business to come before Council,the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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