11-09-2002 (City Council) Minutes MINUTES
Wylie City Council Retreat
Saturday, November 9, 2002 10:30 a.m.
Wylie Municipal Complex—Council Conference Room
2000 State Highway 78 North
The meeting convened at 10:30 a.m. Those present were John Mondy, Joel Scott, Reta
Allen, Chris Trout, Eric Hogue and Merrill Young. Staff present were Biff Johnson and
Mindy Manson.
1. Residential Rental Property Inspections
The first item of discussion was the concept of inspecting residential rental property and
the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy each time the tenant changes. Biff Johnson
explained that the intent was to inspect for safety and health standards in order to curb
urban blight and enhance public safety.
The Council requested that example ordinances be brought forward, as well as the pros
and cons of implementing the code. The Council also requested that clear standards and
procedures be set. Biff Johnson indicated that this would be brought before the Council
before the first of the year.
2. Park Naming Policy
Staff updated Council regarding 3 new parks that have not been formally named and
asked if Council would like to establish a policy for naming the parks. Several different
criteria were discussed. Council directed staff to bring forward examples of other
policies from other communities.
3. Residential Density/Country Residential Districts
The Council discussed possible alternatives to the country residential areas as shown on
the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Alternatives discussed included trade-offs of some
higher density for park and open space — have the open space be concentrated, rather in
the side and rear yards of the lots. Council requested that staff bring forward different
options that would not compromise the original intent of the Land Use Plan. The Council
also asked that staff identify the process that should be followed for public involvement.
4. Annexation
The City Manager asked the Council if they were willing to do involuntary annexation.
The general consensus was that, on occasion and depending on the circumstances,
involuntary annexation may be necessary. The Council was very concerned about the
"donut holes" within the City. The Council also discussed meeting with the City
Attorney to help identify annexation policies.
5. Web site
The Council requested that their home addresses and phone numbers be removed from
the website, while keeping their e-mail addresses. A request was also made that new,
professional pictures of the Council need to be taken.
6. Collin County Bond Election
Chris Holsted joined the meeting at this time to update the Council on the status of the
County Bond Election and the potential local projects. The Mayor talked about the
meetings with the transportation committee and the discussions that had occurred
regarding the amount of funding available to each community, and the associated local
matches.
7. General Discussion
The Mayor asked the Council if staff needed particular direction, or if there were specific
goals that needed to be focused on. There were no items identified.
Other general discussion included the need for a Facilities Plan which would identify the
needs, time frame, and funding mechanisms for future municipal facilities. Council also
requested a status on bond projects.
The meeting was then adjourned.
J h ,Mayor
ATTEST:
City Secretary