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06-13-2006 (City Council) Minutes _7/1/1 Wylie City Council CITY OF WYLIE Minutes Wylie City Council Tuesday, June 13, 2006 -6:00 pm Wylie Municipal Complex - Council Chambers 2000 Highway 78 North CALL TO ORDER Announce the presence of a Quorum. Mayor Mondy called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council Members present were: Mayor Pro Tem Carter Porter, Councilman Red Byboth, Councilman Eric Hogue, Councilman Rick White, and Councilman Merrill Young. Councilman Earl Newsom was absent. Staff present were: City Manager, Mark B. Roath; Finance Director, Larry Williamson; City Engineer, Chris Hoisted; Police Chief, Jeff Butters; Public Library Director, Rachel Orozco; Building Director, Johnny Bray; Assistant Planning Director, Renae' 011ie; City Secretary, Carole Ehrlich, and various support staff. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Reverend Chuck Hubbard of the Gloria Deo Lutheran Church gave the Invocation and Councilman Byboth led the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZENS COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Residents may address Council regarding an item that is not listed on the Agenda. Residents must provide their name and address. Council requests that comments be limited to three (3) minutes. In addition, Council is not allowed to converse, deliberate or take action on any matter presented during citizen participation. Diane Culver residing at 2918 Jamestown Drive, Wylie, Texas addressed Council referencing a letter on City letterhead written by the Mayor with personal views stated. She explained that she felt the City of Wylie should have an Ethics Ordinance regulating ethics for public officials, and in particular what official letterhead could be used for when communicating to the public regarding business/personal matters. She explained that she had contacted the City Secretary and ascertained that currently there were not ethics standards policy/guidelines in place. Mayor Mondy stated that he felt the Council should look at implementing some guidelines and controls, keeping in mind that this type of legislation would limit the correspondence that could be written for some organizations and folks who are assisting citizens. He explained that as the community grows, some of the things officials did when the City was 7,500 population, will not work when the City is 40,000 or 50,000 population. Mayor Mondy thanked Ms. Culver for her comments. Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 1 CONSENT AGENDA All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately. A. Approval of the Minutes from the May 23, 2006, Regular Meeting of the City Council. (C. Ehrlich, City Secretary) B. Consider, and act upon, a Supplemental Amendment to the Paramedic Ambulance Services Agreement with East Texas Medical Center d/b/a East Texas Medical Center Emergency Medical Service authorizing Wylie Communications to begin primary responsibilities for dispatching all ambulances in the Southeast Collin County EMS Coalition. (AT. Flores, Interim Fire Chief) C. Consider, and act upon, a Lease Agreement with Tommy Pulliam for the lease of a building located at 201B Windco Circle, Wylie,Texas for use as a temporary facility to house Fire Station #3. (N. Flores, Interim Fire Chief) D. Consider, and act upon, a Final Plat for the Trout-78 Addition, generally located north of S.H. 78 and west of Eubanks Road. (M. Manson, Assistant City Manager) E. Consider, and act upon, a Final Plat for the Ben Nobles Addition to create four (4) residential lots, generally located west of Thomas Street and south of Stone Road. (M. Manson, Assistant City Manager) F. Consider, and act upon, a Final Plat for the Wylie Retail Office Park Addition, generally located on the southwest corner of S.H. 78 and Kreymer Lane. (M. Manson, Assistant City Manager) G. Consider, and act upon, a request from the Lions Club of Wylie to sell items at the Summer Concert Series. (R. Diaz, Assistant Superintendent, Parks and Recreation) Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Young, seconded by Councilman Hogue to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. REGULAR AGENDA Public Hearing 1. Conduct a Public Hearing, consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-33 amending the zoning from Community Retail (CR) to Community Retail with a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for a hotel, generally located on the southeast corner of S.H.78 and West Kirby Street. (M. Manson, Assistant City Manager) Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 2 Staff Comments Assistant City Planner 011ie addressed Council stating that the subject property is located on the southeast corner of S.H. 78 and West Kirby Street and totals 1.926 acres. The applicant is requesting to rezone the property to allow for a hotel on one lot. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted on May 16, 2006 to recommend approval with stipulations (4-2)for the requested change in zoning. Those restrictions are: • Stair-step 6 feet to 8 feet high screen wall to match the 6' masonry wall of the Wylie Senior Care Addition; • Provide parking height restriction to prohibit access by oversized vehicles; • Add directional lights on 14 foot poles; • If designed, the swimming pool shall be placed away from the screen wall. Applicant Comments Mr. Pat Brandon Fussell residing at 110 N. Harrison, San Augustine, Texas (applicant)addressed Council showing a short presentation with samples of some hotels built by the applicant and the hotel franchise companies that leased the property. Council Discussion Councilman Byboth asked Mr. Fussell if after hearing the stipulations, did he believe he could build the hotel and stay with the current proposed room rates. Mr. Fussell stated that he believed he could, at worst they may go up a few dollars. Councilman Porter asked if the design was the same as those presented tonight that had been previously accepted by the mentioned hotel franchises. Mr. Fussell replied that it was. Mayor Mondy asked if the hotel would have a corporate ownership. Mr. Fussell stated that it would not but would be a franchise from the hotel chain. The standards and quality assurance must be kept, as required by the franchise. Councilman Hogue asked if Mr. Fussell's firm would be the owner of the proposed hotel. Mr. Fussell noted that he would not but the buyer/owner would comply with all standards of the City as well as the hotel franchise. Councilman Young asked what the objections were of the two commission members who voted for denial. Ms. 011ie responded that the two commission members felt that this site was better suited for something commercial other than a hotel. Some of the discussion was the proximity to a residential area. Councilman Porter asked what the occupancy tax would generate each year. Mr. Fussell replied that the occupancy tax would be in the neighborhood of $70,000. per year in addition to sales tax and property tax. Mayor Mondy stated that he rented 11 rooms a couple of weeks ago for a family function and had to go to Plano to find a hotel. He felt a hotel was needed in Wylie. Councilman Byboth stated that he felt the applicant was willing to work with the City and felt that if this item was approved, he would continue working with the City into the construction phase. Councilman Young stated his only problem was the adjacency to the residential area. Councilman Hogue stated he was concerned with the additional traffic issue. Mayor Mondy asked City Engineer Hoisted if the traffic would be an issue. Mr. Hoisted stated that Kirby was finished as far as improvements. He stated that commercial zoning was placed on this tract and fast food or regular retail would have a higher impact on traffic than a hotel. Mayor Mondy opened the Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m. No one was present to address Council Mayor Mondv closed the Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m. Council Action A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Porter, seconded by Councilman Byboth to approve Ordinance No. 2006-33 amending the zoning from CR to CR with a Specific Use Permit (SUP). The motion failed 3-3 with Mayor Mondy, Councilman Byboth and Mayor Pro Tern Porter voting for and Councilman White, Councilman Young, and Councilman Hogue voting against with Councilman Newsom absent. Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 3 2. Conduct a Public Hearing, consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-34 amending a portion of the Wylie Comprehensive Master Plan Ordinance No. 2005- .. 19, adding Brown Street from S.H. 78 to Stone Road to the Thoroughfare Plan. (C. Hoisted, City Engineer) Staff Comments City Engineer Hoisted addressed Council stating that on May 2, 2006, The Planning & Zoning Commission approved (5-0) the recommendation of adding Brown Street from S.H. 78 to Stone Road to the City's Thoroughfare Plan. There are no improvements to Brown Street on the current Thoroughfare CIP. Design and construction funds for the project were included in the 2005 City Bond Program. Mayor Mondv opened the Public Hearing at 6:39 p.m. No one was present to address Council Mayor Mondv closed the Public Hearing at 6:39 p.m. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman Byboth to approve Ordinance No. 2006-34 amending a portion of the Wylie Comprehensive Master Plan Ordinance No. 2005-19, adding Brown Street from S.H. 78 to Stone Road to the Thoroughfare Plan. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 3. Conduct a Public Hearing on the City of Wylie Thoroughfare Capital Improvements Plan. (C. Hoisted, City Engineer) Staff Comments City Engineer Hoisted addressed Council stating that the CIP identifies projects necessary over the next ten years to serve the projected growth of the City. On May 9, 2006, City Council adopted an Ordinance establishing the date for a Public Hearing on the Thoroughfare Capital Improvements Plan. Mayor Mondv opened the Public Hearing at 6:40 p.m. No one was present to address Council Mayor Mondv closed the Public Hearing at 6:40 p.m. No Action was required on this agenda item. General Business 4. Consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-35 adopting the City of Wylie Thoroughfare Capital Improvements Plan. (C. Hoisted, City Engineer) Staff Comments City Engineer Hoisted addressed Council stating that Section 395 of the Local Government Code specifies the process necessary for the implementation of impact fees. City Council previously conducted a Public Hearing on the proposed Thoroughfare Capital Improvements Plan. This plan will carry the City through the next 10 years. Council Action Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 4 A motion was made by Councilman Young, seconded by Councilman White to approve Ordinance No. 2006-35 adopting the City of Wylie Thoroughfare Capital Improvements Plan. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 5. Consider, and act upon, Resolution No. 2006-18(R) setting July 25, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber of the Wylie City Hall for a Public Hearing on the proposed Thoroughfare Impact Fees. (C. Holsted, City Engineer) Staff Comments City Engineer Hoisted addressed Council stating that in accordance with Section 395 of the Local Government Code, the City Council previously conducted a Public Hearing and considered an ordinance on the proposed CIP. The proposed Resolution sets a date, time and place for a Public Hearing on the proposed Thoroughfare Impact Fees. The Impact Fee Advisory Committee will discuss and provide written comments on the proposed fees. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman Byboth to approve Resolution No. 2006-18(R) setting July 25, 2006 at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the Wylie City Hall for a Public Hearing on the proposed Thoroughfare Impact Fees. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 6. Consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-36 amending Ordinance No. 2005-41 (2005-2006 Budget) and approving $120,623.00, for the purpose of the expansion of the Animal Shelter. (J. Butters, Chief of Police) Staff Comments Police Chief Butters addressed Council stating that the proposed budget amendment is to provide funds in the amount of$120,623 for the Animal Shelter expansion. The Construction Manager at Risk, Hisaw& Associates, advertised and accepted bids for this construction project. The original budget for this project was $403,000. However, the lowest bid received was $477,810. Both Brinkley Sargent and Hisaw have been consulted to value engineer the project to the lowest cost without sacrificing quality and capacity. The resulting construction cost is $462,623 plus architect and related fees of$61,000. In order to accept the guaranteed maximum price for construction, a budget amendment of $120,623 would have to be made. Chief Butter explained that the other option would be to reduce the scope of the design to stay within the original budgeted amount. Council Discussion Mayor Mondy asked how long the proposed improvements would service the community. Chief Butters replied that it would provide adequate space to build out. Mayor Mondy asked what the policy was for euthanizing animals. Chief Butters stated that the policy was to hold the animals for seven days before euthanizing but in actuality, very few animals were ever euthanized, only extremely injured animals; all other animals were able to be adopted, and were kept over seven days if necessary. He explained that so much of the supplies to house the animals were donated, making the additional holding time no problem. Councilman Hogue asked how many animals were in the shelter on any given day. Chief Butter replied that there were usually between 15 to 20 but could fluctuate from 7 to as high as 52. He stated that within the first few days, over 30% of the housed animals were adopted by citizens and the remainder were split between animal rescue groups and residents. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman Byboth to approve Ordinance No. 2006-36 amending Ordinance No. 2005-41 (2005-2006 Budget) and approving Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 5 $120,623.00 for the purpose of the expansion of the Animal Shelter. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 7. Consider, and act upon, Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Hisaw & Associates General Contractors, Inc., in the amount of$462,623.00, as a Guaranteed Maximum Price for the expansion of the Animal Shelter. (J. Butters, Chief of Police) Staff Comments Police Chief Butters addressed Council stating that the acceptance of the Construction Managers Guaranteed Maximum Price may be considered upon acceptance of Ordinance 2006-36 amending the 2005-2006 Budget and approving an appropriation of funds for the purpose of the Animal Shelter. The Guaranteed Maximum Price of construction for the expansion of the Animal Shelter is $462,623.00. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman White to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Hisaw & Associates General Contractors, Inc., in the amount of$462,623.00, as a Guaranteed Maximum Price for the expansion of the Wylie Animal Shelter. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 8. Consider, discuss, and act upon, the recommendation of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation regarding a Financial Standards and Accountability Policy. (S. Satterwhite, WEDC Executive Director) Staff Comments Executive Director of WEDC Satterwhite addressed Council stating that the Financial Standards and Accountability Policy for WEDC was developed with the assistance of WEDC counsel and City Attorney Richard Abernathy to provide checks and balances necessary to ensure an adequate level of oversight for all WEDC expenditures and financial activity. Based upon comments from City Council, the WEDC Board will approve the Policy at the next scheduled Board meeting. Council Discussion Councilman Hogue asked Mr. Satterwhite what denoted gifts? Mr. Satterwhite replied that a gift was any expenditure made that did have a business purpose. This policy also requires that all expenses are accompanied by a receipt and business purpose. He stated that WEDC was still working with the Finance Department to fine tune some of the line items of expenditures. Councilman Young asked what items were still being fine tuned. Mr. Satterwhite replied that they included: property on Cooper Drive under assets, loan payable to the Birmingham Trust as a note payable. He explained that there were 5 items such as these that were in the process of inclusion in the financial reports and once completed, the financials would be presented to Council for their review and acceptance. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Byboth, seconded by Councilman Young to approve recommendations of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation regarding a Financial Standards and Accountability Policy. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 9. Consider, discuss, and act upon, the recommendation of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation regarding a Promotional Expenditures Policy. (S. Satterwhite, WEDC Executive Director) Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 6 Staff Comments Executive Director of WEDC Satterwhite addressed Council stating that the Promotional Expenditures Policy for WEDC was developed with the assistance of WEDC counsel and City Attorney Richard Abernathy to create more self analysis by staff and the Board for every promotional expense. This policy denotes what promotional expenditures may be spent for. Most promotional expenditures will be appropriated for during the budget process for WEDC. Based upon comments from City Council, the WEDC Board will approve the Policy at the next scheduled Board meeting. Council Discussion Councilman Hogue asked Mr. Satterwhite what other categories of promotional expenditures other Economic Development Companies rely on. Mr. Satterwhite stated that a couple he was aware of were trade shows and sponsorship of the Texas Economic Development Conference. He explained that all promotional expenditures must have a public purpose. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Young, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Porter to approve recommendations of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation regarding a Promotional Expenditures Policy. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 10. Consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-37 establishing a Public Arts Program, authorizing the allocation of One Percent of the City's Capital Improvement Program Project Costs for Public Art, establishing a Method for Calculating Public Art Appropriations, establishing a Public Art Project Account and establishing a Public Art Advisory Board. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that the adoption of Ordinance No. 2006-37 establishes a Public Arts Program, funding for the Public Arts Program, and a Public Arts Advisory Board including setting forth its duties. He explained that the purpose behind the creation of this program was to assist with the procurement of art for the new proposed buildings as well as existing parks and public facilities. It is appropriate at this time to establish this program and appropriate funds before construction begins. Mayor Mondy stated that the definition of art was broad and asked Mr. Roath if he could explain what it included. City Manager Roath explained that it was broad in the sense that it could be used for any type of visual art for example the City of Frisco included some art work in their roadways. Art not included in this ordinance were arts other than visual such as dance, music, and drama. Mayor Mondy explained that Frisco had included statuary around the roadways which was very visually pleasing. Councilman Young stated that he would like to see the Wylie Parks Board commission with this task rather than a new Public Arts Board. City Manager Roath explained that he was in favor of creating a new board which would have a large scope of projects to address and would not be potentially bias to parks or other facilities. Mayor Mondy stated that at the end of the day, Council would approve recommendations from this board. Councilman Byboth commented that a new board was a good idea as there were many applicants desiring a place on a Wylie Board and another board would allow more citizens to serve. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Byboth, seconded by Councilman Hogue to approve Ordinance No. 2006-37 establishing a Public Arts Program and authorizing the allocation of One Percent of the City's Capital Improvement Program Project Costs for Public Art, establishing a Method for Calculating Public Art Appropriations, establishing a Public Art Project Account and establishing a Public Art Advisory Board. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 7 11. Consider, and act upon, TXU Electric Delivery Letter Agreement, Paragraphs 1-4 and 5-7, related to extending to the City of Wylie benefits comparable to those given other communities through a series of agreements. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that the TXU Electric Delivery Letter Agreement offers that if the City will not intervene in or participate in any Show Cause Action prior to July 1, 2008; a cash payment of$20,918 will be made on or about March 31st of 2007, 2008 and 2009. In addition, TXU will make a beneficial public use payment of$36,475.12 for 2006 and 2007 and increase the franchise fee to the City on a scaled ratio, contingent on the PUC not denying their recovery in electric delivery rates for the period mentioned. Mayor Mondy stated that the net return for Wylie citizens was $2.03. He asked why it was so small. Mr. Roath replied that the other cities in the steering committee were given this settlement and TXU is now offering the same amount to cities outside the steering committee if the cities guarantee not to pursue legal action. He stated that the steering committee cities paid fees to the legal firm to accomplish the settlement and by signing the agreement; the City of Wylie could receive the same settlement with no attorney fees involved. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Young, seconded by Councilman Hogue to approve TXU Electric Delivery Letter Agreement, Paragraphs 1-4 and 5-7, related to Extending to the City of Wylie benefits comparable to those given other communities through a series of agreements. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 12. Consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-38 denying the request of Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Texas Division, an Annual Gas Reliability Infrastructure _.. Program (GRIP) rate increase. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that Atmos Mid-Tex has filed its third surcharge request under the GRIP statute. This ordinance denies the 2005 surcharge request by Atmos Energy on the grounds that it does not comply with the law, is not reasonable, and because it is duplicative of the Company's Statement of Intent filing for the same period of time. City Manager Roath explained that the City of Wylie was a member of this steering committee and that the costs for legal assistance were paid by Atmos. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman White to approve Ordinance No. 2006-38 denying the request of Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid Texas Division, an Annual Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program (GRIP).rate increase. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 13. Consider, and act upon, Resolution No. 2006-19(R) denying Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Texas Division, Statement of Intent to increase the gas utility rates in the City of Wylie effective July 5,2006. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that Atmos Energy Corporation is seeking an increase in revenues of approximately $61 million annually, or 3.6%. This Resolution denies Atmos' Statement of Intent to increase gas utility rates within the City and allows the City to participate, along with the 87 cities involved with the Atmos Cities Steering Committee, in any appeal filed at the Railroad Commission of Texas and/or to otherwise participate in any litigation associated with Atmos' rates charged in the city. Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 8 This is an additional increase which the steering committee is asking for denial so there is time to research the need for an increase. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Young, seconded by Councilman Byboth to approve Resolution No. 2006-19(R) denying Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Texas Division, their Statement of Intent to increase the gas utility rates in the City of Wylie effective July 5, 2006. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 14. Consider, discuss, and act upon, offering either compensation or comp-time for exempt City employees that worked during Hurricane Katrina and the March, 2006 rain storm event. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that upon the request of Mayor John Mondy at the May 9, 2006 Regular Meeting, information has been compiled on exempt City employees that performed work during Hurricane Katrina and the rain storm event in March of 2006. Council Comments Mayor Mondy addressed Council stating that he had brought this issue up to the City Manager. He explained that during Hurricane Katrina EOC Alerts, City staff are leaving their families to serve the citizens of Wylie. He commented that he felt all city employees should be reimbursed for their services. Mayor Pro Tern Hogue asked what the advantages and disadvantages were to pay exempt employees. Mr. Roath explained that exempt employees are on duty 24 hours a day and paid a lump monthly sum. The advantages are that if exempt employees were paid for their services, they would be inclined to assist with these emergencies in the future and it would put exempt employees on the same pay basis for EOC as non-exempt employees. The disadvantages are FEMA did not reimburse the City for work performed by exempt City employees during Hurricane Katrina because there was not a policy in place to reimburse exempt employees and the City's Personnel Manual does not allow for exempt City employee compensation for these or other activities. He explained that if the Council wished to pay the exempt employees, a budget amendment would need to be approved in advance of payment. Councilman Hogue stated that if there were a bonus basis, the exempt employees could receive a larger bonus for work performed. He explained that he felt since the City does not allow bonuses, the employees should be reimbursed for their time. Mayor Monday explained that a policy addressing the reimbursement for EOC activation for exempt employees could be adopted which would then allow for reimbursement from FEMA. Councilman Porter stated that he would like to see this type of legislation passed. City Manager Roath commented that he would bring back legislation for Council to consider. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Byboth, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Porter to approve offering compensation for exempt City employees that worked during Hurricane Katrina and the March, 2006 rain storm events. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. 15. Consider, and act upon, Ordinance No. 2006-39 amending Ordinance No. 2005-41 (2005-2006 Budget) and approving an appropriation of funds, in the amount of $43,618.98, for the purpose of compensating exempt City employees that worked during Hurricane Katrina and the March, 2006 rain storm event. (M. Roath, City Manager) Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 9 Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that the acceptance of Ordinance No. 2006-39 would amend the 2005-2006 Budget and approve an appropriation of funds to compensate exempt City employees that worked during Hurricane Katrina and the rain storm event in March of 2006. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Byboth, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Porter to approve Ordinance No. 2006-39, amending Ordinance No. 2005-41 (2005-2006 Budget) and approving an appropriation of funds, in the amount of$43,618.98, for the purpose of compensating exempt City employees that worked during Hurricane Katrina and the March, 2006 rain storm event. A vote was taken and passed 6-0 with Councilman Newsom absent. WORK SESSION • Presentation by the firms of Thomas S. Byrne, Ltd., and Hunt Construction Group, Inc., for construction management services related to the New City Hall, Library and Recreation Center. (M. Roath, City Manager) Representatives of Thomas S. Byrne, Ltd. And Hunt Construction Group, Inc. were present to address Council regarding their qualifications to perform Construction Management Services for the New City Hall, Library and Recreation Center. • Presentation by the architectural firms of Randall Scott Architects and Wiginton Hooker Jeffry Architects for design services related to Fire Station #3. (M. Manson Assistant City Manager) Representative of Randall Scott Architects and Wiginton Hooker Jeffry Architects were present to address Council regarding their qualifications to perform Architectural Services for the New Fire Station #3. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION 16. Consider, and act upon, ranking the finalist construction management firms and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate a contract beginning with the top ranked firm for the New City Hall, Library and Recreation Center. (M. Roath, City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that should the City Council select a construction management firm, from the finalist list, then the City Manager will initiate negotiations relative to scope, services, and fee and payment schedules with the top ranked firm. If a tentative agreement is reached, then the City Manager will return with a contract for City Council consideration and possible action. Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 10 Council Action A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Porter, seconded by Councilman Young to rank Thomas S. Byrne, Ltd., first and authorize the City Manager to negotiate a contract beginning with the top ranked firm for the New City Hall, Library and Recreation Center. A vote was taken and passed 4-2 with Mayor Mondy, Councilman Byboth, Councilman Young and Mayor Pro Tern Porter voting for and Councilman Hogue and Councilman White voting against, with Councilman Newsom absent. 17. Consider, and act upon, ranking the finalist architectural firms and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate a professional design services contract beginning with the top ranked firm for Fire Station #3. (M. Manson, Assistant City Manager) Staff Comments City Manager Roath addressed Council stating that should the City Council select an architectural firm, from the finalist lists, the City Manager will initiate negotiations relative to scope, services, and fee and payment schedules with the top ranked firm. If a tentative agreement is reached, then the City Manager will return with a contract for City Council consideration and possible action. Council Action A motion was made by Councilman Hogue, seconded by Councilman Young to rank Wiginton Hooker Jeffry Architects first and authorize the City Manager to negotiate a contract beginning with the top ranked firm for architectural services for Fire Station #3. A vote was taken and passed 5-0 with Councilman Byboth and Councilman Newsom absent. READING OF ORDINANCES Title and caption approved by Council as required by Wylie City Charter,Article III, Section 13-D. City Secretary Carole Ehrlich read captions to Ordinances #2006-34, 2006-35, 2006-36, 2006- 37, 2006-38, and 2006-39 into the official record. ADJOURNMENT With no further business before Council Mayor Mondy adjourned the meeting at 10:03 p.m. Consensus of Council was to adjourn. OF W ,.<(` hn Mond , M or ATTEST: - S , Caro a Ehrlich, C ecretary '��,k4/E, TE 'P.\��``` ���/111111111e° Minutes—June 13, 2006 Wylie City Council Page 11