03-13-2001 (City Council) Minutes MINUTES
Wylie City Council
Tuesday, March 13, 2001
Wylie Municipal Complex— Council Chambers
2000 State Highway 78 North
Council Present:Mayor Pro Tem Joel Scott,Councilwoman Reta Allen, Councilman Eric Hogue, Councilman J.C.
Worley and Councilman Chris Trout. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young had excused absences. Mayor Pro
Tem Joel Scott presided.
Staff Present: Anthony Johnson, City Manager; Mindy Manson, Assistant City Manager; Brady Snellgrove,
Finance Director;Dale Jackson, Building Official; Chris Holsted, City Engineer; Claude Thompson, City Planner;
Police Chief Jeff Butters;Mike Sferra,Director of Development Services and Barbara Salinas, City Secretary.
Rev Eric Hartman,First Baptist Church of Murphy was present to give the Invocation and Councilman Trout was
asked to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Proclamation declaring the Month of March as Red Cross Month.
Mayor Pro Tern, Joel Scott presented Ms. Leslie Brown, Red Cross Representative of North Texas, the
proclamation declaring March as Red Cross month. Ms. Brown provided a brief explanation of the intent and
ry purpose of the Red Cross and the Advisory Board functions in the Wylie Community.
There was no participation.
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• City of Wylie Code Updates
Mr. Dale Jackson, Building Official provided Council with a brief background on the intent and purpose for the
request for approval of Agenda Items 1-9. Mr.Jackson also described the process to update the proposed adoption
of the new codes and ordinances.
• Capital Improvement Plan &Impact Fees
Mr. Hoisted provided the introduction and background on the process for the recommended Impact Fee as
determined by the Impact Fee Advisory Board. Mr. Hoisted stated that the recommendation would come before
Council after the public hearing scheduled for April 24, 2001. Mr. Claude Thompson provided detailed
background on the population projections and the history of projects. Mr. Thompson also provided a brief
explanation of the committees participation in the recommendation to Council. Mr. Jim Jenks, Hogan Corporation
provided Council a description and definition of the Impact Fees and methods used to calculate the arrived
recommendation. Mr. Jenks also outlined the water and wastewater master plan with the use of maps.
In conclusion, Council was advised that a Public Hearing has been advertised for the regular meeting of April 24,
2001 at which time the public may offer comment. Council will also be asked to adopt the recommendation as
presented by the Impact Fee Advisory Board after the Public Hearing.
Mayor Pro Tern Scott expressed appreciation to the members of the Impact Fee Advisory Committee and the
Hogan Corporation for their work on this project.
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• Presentation&Discussion on a 1999 Bond Project-Rustic Oaks Drainage Channel.
Mr. Chris Hoisted introduced Mr. Fred Balster,Brinkly and Barfield who would provide detailed description of the
Rustic Oaks Drainage Channel improvement options. Mr. Balster presented a visual display of the proposed
drainage improvements that would eliminate several existing problems such as erosion and maintenance. He stated
that the goal is to provide drainage and be attractive as well. He described the channel as a linear park with
walkways and some landscaping. The channel would include a short retaining wall with slopes at a 3-1 grade to
allow mowing and an 8' pedestrian walkway to allow two way traffic. Drainage flow would be along concrete
channels. Mr. Balster described the retaining wall, as a concrete bag retaining, stating that it is attractive and cost
efficient.
Mr. Balster stated that an underground channel was an option, however, cost was a factor. The alternative was as
presented. Mr. Balster stated that a concern would be the required easement from the fifty-five property owners
along the channel. If this easement for access is not obtained from the property owners,the alternative would be to
proceed as a drainage project and eliminate the walkways/linear park. It was determined that the next step would
be to contact and meet with the property owners to determine how to proceed.
The Mayor Pro Tem then called for a recess at 7:31 p.m. The Regular Meeting was then reconvened at 7:41 p.m.
A. Approval of the minutes from the regular meetings of January 23,2001 and February 13,2001.
Councilman Hogue made a motion to approve the minutes from the regular meetings of January 23, 2001 and
February 13,2001. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-
0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
Adoption of Ordinances
1. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 2000 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code,
repealing Ordinance numbers 93-23 and 88-32 and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Trout made a motion to approve the Ordinance adopting the 2000 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical
Code, repealing Ordinance numbers 93-23 and 88-32 and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman
Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and
Councilman Young,absent.
2. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 2000 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code,
repealing Ordinance numbers 94-43 and 88-30 and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Hogue made a motion to approve the Ordinance adopting the 2000 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing
Code, repealing Ordinance numbers 94-43 and 88-30 and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman
Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and
Councilman Young,absent.
3. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 1999 Edition of the National Electrical Code,
repealing Ordinance number 94-53 and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the Ordinance adopting the 1999 Edition of the National Electrical
Code, repealing Ordinance number 94-53 and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman Trout seconded
the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
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4. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building Code,
repealing Ordinance numbers 94-38 and 88-28 and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Hogue made a motion to approve an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building
Code, repealing Ordinance numbers 94-38 and 88-28 and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman
Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and
Councilman Young,absent.
5. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for Building
Conservation and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for
Building Conservation and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. A vote
was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
6. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for the
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, repealing Ordinance numbers 94-37, 93-25 and 88-28 and
repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Hogue made a motion to approve an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for
the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, repealing Ordinance numbers 94-37, and 88-28 and repealing all
conflicting ordinances. Councilwoman Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was
approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
7. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Housing Code,
repealing Ordinance numbers 94-36 and 88-29 and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve an Ordinance adopting the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Housing
Code, repealing Ordinance numbers 94-36 and 88-29 and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman Hogue
seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman
Young,absent.
8. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting a new Swimming Pool code and repealing all
conflicting ordinances.
After some brief discussion regarding fence heights, (4' as opposed to 6') Mr. Jackson clarified that the Building
Code, Item 4 adopted by Council, specifies 4' fencing requirements. Councilman Worley then made a motion to
approve the Ordinance adopting a new Swimming Pool code and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman
Trout seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman
Young,absent.
9. Consider and act upon an Ordinance adopting a new Section 2.00 "Construction Permits and Fees"
of Appendix C of the City of Wylie Code of Ordinances and repealing all conflicting ordinances.
After clarification with regard to permitting fees for aboveground pools, ($125/$300 for underground)Mr. Jackson
clarified that the fee for spas and above ground is $100. Councilman Hogue then made a motion to approve the
Ordinance adopting a new Section 2.00 "Construction Permits and Fees" of Appendix C of the Wylie Code of
Ordinances and repealing all conflicting ordinances. Councilman Worley seconded the motion. A vote was taken
and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
Planning Items
10. Consider and act upon a Preliminary Plat for the Cascades Apartments Wylie Addition, proposed
by Hickman Consulting Engineers, Inc., for the property generally located east of Country Club
Road (FM 1378) and south of Parker Road (FM 2514), being all of a certain 12.02 acre tract
situated in the James McUlmurry Survey,Abstract No. 629,City of Wylie,Collin County,Texas.
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Mr. Claude Thompson,Planner addressed this item providing Council with a brief background of the request. Mr.
Thompson stated that at the February 6, 2001 meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Commission
voted 6-0 to recommend the plat. Staff is also recommending approval.
Councilman Trout made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat for the Cascades Apartments Wylie Addition,
proposed by Hickman Consulting Engineers, Inc., for the property generally located east of Country Club Road
(FM 1378) and south of Parker Road (FM 2514), being all of a certain 12.02 acre tract situated in the James
McUlmurry Survey, Abstract No. 629, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas. Councilman Hogue seconded the
motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
Miscellaneous
11. Consider and act upon approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wylie, Texas,
determining a public necessity to acquire, by purchase or condemnation, certain property; giving
notice of an official determination to acquire property for the Kirby Street paving project;
establishing procedures for the acquisition,by purchase or condemnation,of property.
Mr. Chris Holsted, City Engineer addressed this item providing Council with a brief explanation of the purpose
and requirement of Resolutions for future projects.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the Resolution of the City Council of the City of Wylie, Texas,
determining a public necessity to acquire, by purchase or condemnation, certain property; giving notice of an
official determination to acquire property for the Kirby Street paving project establishing procedures for the
acquisition, by purchase or condemnation, of property. Councilman Trout seconded the motion. . A vote was
taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
12. Consider and act upon authorizing the City Manager to execute and award a contract to Shimek,
Jacobs &Finklea,L.L.P.,Consulting Engineers,in the amount of$340,800 for engineering services
related to the construction of Alanis Drive from SH 78 to South Ballard Avenue.
Mr. Chris Holsted, City Engineer addressed this item providing Council with a brief background on the request.
Mr. Hoisted explained that the Alanis Drive project was identified as P1 in the 1999 Bond Program and included
approximately 6,200 linear feet of 3-lane and the realignment of Alanis at State Highway 78 to intersect with
Sanden Blvd.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the authorization of the City Manager to execute and award a
contract to Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea, L.L.P., Consulting Engineers, in the amount of$340,800 for engineering
services related to the construction of Alanis Drive from SH 78 to South Ballard Avenue. Councilman Trout
seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman
Young,absent.
13. Consider and act upon authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Cooperation
Agreement with Collin County,Texas for Road Improvements in accordance with Court Order No.
97-576-08-25
Mr. Mike Sferra, Director of Development Services, addressed this item providing Council with a brief
background on the intent of the Interlocal Agreement with Collin County. Mr. Sferra stated that this agreement
replaces the previous agreement from February 8, 2000 and is renewed annually. Mr. Sferra described completed
improvements under the current Interlocal Agreement.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve the authorization of the City Manager to execute an Interlocal
Cooperation Agreement with Collin County, Texas for Road Improvements in accordance with Court Order No.
97-576-08-25. Councilman Hogue seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0.
Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
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14. Consider and act upon the acceptance of U.S. Department of Justice (COPS in Schools) Grant
award.
Chief Butters addressed this item providing Council with an explanation of the benefits of accepting the grant.
Chief stated that the Department of Justice would award the City of Wylie a COPS grant that will pay the salary
and benefits of a police officer assigned to a school, up to $125,000 for a three-year period. He stated that if we
anticipate an additional officer to the department during the next three years then this grant would be a cost-
effective way to do this. He added that if approved, the grant would be used to fund a School Resource Officer
that could eventually be the Resource Officer at the second Junior High School and until that time, said officer can
be trained and utilized by filing in at the Junior High and High School on a part time basis, as well as working
patrol.
After some discussion regarding the use of the additional officer, Councilman Hogue made a motion to approve
the acceptance of the U.S. Department of Justice (COPS in Schools) Grant award. Councilman Worley seconded
the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy and Councilman Young,absent.
15. Consider and act upon authorization to create the position of Public Information Officer.
Mr. Biff Johnson, City Manager addressed this item providing Council with additional information on the request
for a new position. Mr. Johnson stated that this position was created to fulfill a need within the organization to
address such issues as the grant applications, the publication of the City Newsletter, Student Government Day
activities and act as a liaison between the city and the Public. He also added that this position would handle press
releases if the City's Emergency Operation Center were activated,as well as all press releases in general.
Councilman Worley made a motion to approve authorization to create the position of Public Information Officer.
Councilwoman Allen seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion was approved, 5-0. Mayor Mondy
and Councilman Young,absent.
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The City Secretary then read all approved Ordinance captions into the record.
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With no further business to come before the Council,the meeting was then adjourned.
Joel Scott,Mayor Pro Tem
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