February 07, 2017 Minutes
CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
February 7, 2017
The City Council of the City of Denton, Texas had lunch on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 11:30
a.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas.
After determining that a quorum was present, the City Council convened in a Work Session on
Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 12:00 noon in the Council Work Session Room.
PRESENT: Mayor Pro Tem Roden, Council Member Wazny, Council Member Briggs, Council
Member Hawkins, Council Member Gregory, Council Member Bagheri, and Mayor
Watts.
ABSENT: None.
1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items
Willie Hudspeth, 623 Newton, spoke on the Consent Agenda.
2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on the agenda for February 7, 2017.
Staff responded to Council’s request for clarification of the following items:
Council Member Bagheri – Pull Consent Agenda Items F, J, N and R
Council Member Wazny – include property appraisals in backup for Consent Agenda Items
Council Member Hawkins – Consent Agenda Item B
Mayor Watts – Consent Agenda Item G
3. Work Session Reports
A. ID 17-104 Receive a report, hold a discussion on the housing programs and other
activities carried out by the Denton Housing Authority (DHA) and give staff direction
regarding requests for resolutions from developers applying for state tax credit.
Ron Menguita introduced Sherri McDade with the Denton Housing Authority (DHA) and
Ramon Guajardo, a consultant in a firm specializing in government relations and multi-family
residential developments, who made presentations to the Council regarding the Housing Tax
Credit program and its application in Denton.
Mayor Watts asked for more detail on the level of income stream that would be new to the
Denton Housing Authority and asked for a discussion how the Council would direct the DHA to
spend those funds.
Council Member Briggs asked what role the DHA played in the management of the project.
Guajardo explained that their role was in the review of applications and financial documents
associated with the project.
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Council Member Wazny asked about the process for approving resolutions in support of Housing
Tax Credit (HTC) projects.
Guajardo stated that the resolutions for upcoming projects would not be considered until after the
zoning changes had been considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission and Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden asked if consideration of the resolution and consideration of zoning were
linked.
City Attorney Burgess clarified that the two were not related.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden asked if there was a path for projects to come forward outside of the
DHA's review process.
Guajardo explained that there was a path, but they were asking the Council to consider a policy
that would require DHA review of new HTC projects in Denton.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden asked the Council to consider the policy implications for locating HTC
projects around the City.
Council Member Bagheri asked about the Council's authority for requiring developers to work
with DHA and the benefit from a developer and the benefit to a developer of working with DHA.
Mayor Watts noted that the authority of the Council and benefit to developers was tied to the
resolution sought by developers in order to receive HTC funding.
Guajardo reviewed current projects under application for 4% and 9% funding, and estimated
revenue to the DHA over 15 years for each project.
Council Member Gregory asked how the DHA spent the revenue received from HTC projects.
Council Member Briggs asked about the tax-exempt status of projects that did not partner with
DHA.
Guajardo explained that without the DHA partnership, projects were not tax-exempt.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden asked which taxing entities were included in the tax exempt status.
Guajardo explained that city, school, and county jurisdictions were included. The totals were
around $1,000 per door per year in exempted taxes.
Council Member Bagheri asked for an exact figure in taxes the City would forgo if it approved
resolutions in support of HTC projects.
Guajardo stated that number may be difficult to get, but would provide some additional
information. DHA was considering providing up to 5% of funds received to local agencies to
provide services for DHA clients and the community, and could partner with United Way of
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Denton County to distribute funds. DHA could negotiate the reservation of a specific number of
units to address specific community needs, including homelessness or housing for veterans.
Council Member Bagheri asked if the Council could include provisions or requirements in the
supporting resolution.
City Attorney Burgess advised that they could enter into an interlocal agreement with DHA to
articulate the Council's policy direction.
Council Member Wazny asked if the units in the projects under application were all reserved for
affordable housing.
Guajardo explained that in some all units were reserved and others were a mixed income project.
Council Member Wazny asked if the entire development was tax exempt, including any market-
rate units.
Guajardo clarified that yes, the entire development was tax-exempt.
Council Member Wazny expressed that the City should restrict tax credits to projects with 100%
affordable units. She asked that the Council include specific requirements in the resolution of
support, and that consideration of affordable housing be included in the development of small
area plans.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden commented that the City was limited in restrictions because HTC was a
federal program. He suggested that DHA initiate partnerships and then come to the Council for
consideration.
Guajardo requested that the Council require an executed Memorandum of Understanding with
DHA before approving a resolution in support of an HTC project
Mayor Watts asked for more specific funding amounts for community services to make a
decision on a policy change in requiring developers to work through DHA for an HTC project.
Council Member Gregory suggested that the Council may decide that it's worth it to lose tax
revenue in support of affordable housing goals in the City. He asked to talk to other jurisdictions,
specifically the school district, about the implications of tax exempt projects.
Council Member Hawkins noted that the City was currently paying, in a way, because there had
been no new affordable housing projects in Denton in 6 years.
Mayor Watts asked if there had been a process to communicate with the school district and
County about specific projects.
Guajardo responded that they had been in contact with the school district about a recent project
application.
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Council Member Bagheri suggested that the Council could require letters of support for projects
from the district and the County before consideration of resolutions in support.
Council Member Gregory asked if the additional revenue to the DHA represented the taxes the
City would be otherwise collecting. He felt he could be in support of that, because it would be
similar to allocating tax revenue to support affordable housing.
Guajardo explained that was why they were asking for this policy change from the Council.
Mayor Watts asked for specific information regarding the tax revenue exempted for all entities
for recent projects and for a more specific proposal for community services.
Council Member Bagheri requested a copy of financial information from DHA, a legal opinion
of what council was authorized to do versus what they have to do with DHA, and further
discussion of the financial implications of each project before Council was asked to vote on a
resolution.
Council Member Briggs asked the Council to continue the discussion on tax credit housing.
Mayor Watts asked for an additional work session after the additional information was provided.
B. ID 17-153 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the
administration of elections.
Frank Phillips, Denton County Elections Administrator, took questions from the Council
regarding the November election.
Alison Ream, Administrative Support Manager, presented information on possible additional
polling locations in each Council district.
The Council expressed support for additional voting locations in each district, contingent on
further discussion on the impact. Council directed staff to return with recommended locations
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overlaid with the County precinct map on February 14 for further discussion.
C. ID 17-152 Receive a report and hold a discussion on the proposed City of Denton Solid
Waste & Recycling Department Strategic Plan which will provide long-term planning
guidance for existing, expanded, and new operations and services for the next 15-20 years.
Vance Kemler, General Manager of Solid Waste & Recycling, introduced Scott Pasternak, a
consultant with Burns & McDonnell to make a presentation regarding the department's strategic
plan.
Pasternak presented the mission and vision statement for the Plan along with the five key focus
areas of the Solid Waste Strategic Plan.
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Council discussed if there was a way to quantify and report recycling goals in terms of weight,
instead of percentage diverted; whether the Denton Development Code could more clearly state
recycling requirements for multi-family developments and if so, move them forward before the
comprehensive DDC amendments, unless there was a need for those to move forward together;
and disaster preparations for the BMR facility. Council also discussed methane gas emissions
and the flaring associated with excess methane as well as the composting programs at the
Landfill.
D. ID 17-105 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding two
potential involuntary annexations. The first property is located on the northeast corner of
Fort Worth Drive and Brush Creek Road and the second property is generally located on
the north side of Silver Dome Road, between Farris Road and Cooper Creek Road.
Ron Menguita, Long Range Planning Administrator, presented information regarding two
potential involuntary annexations in Denton. The first property was on the northeast corner of
Fort Worth Drive and Brush Creek Drive. The second property was on the north side of Silver
Dome Road between Farris and Cooper Creek Road.
Council discussed the pros and cons related to the annexation of the properties and directed staff
to move forward with involuntary annexation of both properties.
E. ID 17-158 The City Council requested the City Attorney’s Office to brief the Council on
the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Council Member Wazny requested a council discussion regarding which items could be
discussed in open session, how the Council reached consensus and staff attendance in Closed
Meetings in lieu of a staff presentation. She commented that although the City Council followed
the posting of the council meeting, Council could vote during the meeting on whether or not to
discuss specific items in Closed Session.
Deputy City Attorney Jennifer DeCurtis responded that there were two exceptions: personnel
issues and HIPPA related items.
Council Member Wazny asked for a discussion on Closed Session items at the beginning of each
meeting.
Council Member Bagheri asked for a structured way to discuss Closed Meetings and staff
attendance in Closed Meetings.
Council Member Briggs asked who in the City made the decision on when to go into Closed
Session.
City Attorney Burgess advised that the City Council was the final decision maker on when the
Council goes into Closed Session.
Council Member Wazny asked about the prohibition of taking a "straw vote" in Closed Session.
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City Attorney Burgess responded that in Closed Session, Council may give staff direction and
articulate their position on an issue but that did not constitute a "straw vote".
Council Member Wazny suggested that in the Council's Friday packet, draft agendas for future
meetings be provided to the Council. She also suggested Council consider taping Closed
Sessions.
Council Member Gregory commented that the City currently used the request for clarification
item to discuss the need for Closed Session items. He stated that the Council currently gave
direction in Closed Meetings on items such as settlement authority for litigation.
Council Member Bagheri suggested that the Council could vote in open session on those types of
items without disclosing the actual amount.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden asked the City Attorney if the Council had participated in a straw vote.
City Attorney Burgess stated that the Council had not done so.
Mayor Watts commented that the Council did not take straw votes and were all committed to
following the law. He explained that the City Manager had taken steps to give additional
information and a justification for Closed Session items in the legal status report that goes out on
Fridays.
City Manager Hileman commented that he had been meeting with department directors and legal
staff and was committed to providing justification for taking agenda items into Closed Session.
Staff had implemented a new procedure to justify Closed Session items through both the City
Manager's Office and City Attorney's Office. His commitment to the Council and the
community was to limit Closed Session items and go into Closed Session only if discussion in
open session would harm the City. He also was addressing staff attendance in Closed Session
and that the fewer staff in Closed Session the better. However, there may be a time when he
needed to include staff experts to answer the Council's questions.
Council Member Bagheri asked if DME would be at a competitive disadvantage to vote on an
issue in open session, following a Closed Session meeting without revealing information.
Phil Williams, General Manager of DME, responded that most of the real estate items were the
same as others in the City and were not a competitive utility matter.
The City Attorney commented that any time the Council took a vote, the action taken was posted
on the agenda with specificity.
The Council directed that staff provide draft agendas to the Council in the Friday packet after
they were reviewed by the Agenda Committee, and that the Council use the item posted on
agendas for clarification of agenda items to raise a question about Closed Session items or make
a request to move an item from closed to open session.
Council Member Bagheri asked that the Council require Open Meetings training annually.
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Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council convened in a Closed Meeting
to consider the specific items listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda.
1. Closed Meeting:
A. ID 17-088 Deliberations regarding Real Property - Under Texas Government Code Section
551.072; Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.
Receive information from staff and discuss, deliberate, and provide staff with direction
regarding the potential acquisition of real property interests related to the location and
siting of electric transmission lines in an area bounded by Bernard Street (western
boundary), Eagle Drive (northern boundary), S Locust Street and W Collins St. (eastern
boundary), and W Collins Street (southern boundary) lying within the City of Denton,
Denton County, Texas. Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues
associated with the acquisition of the real property interests described above where a
discussion of these legal matters in an open meeting would conflict with the duty of the
City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or would jeopardize
the City’s legal position in any administrative proceeding or potential litigation, or where
discussions had, deliberation, and direction given, by the Denton City Council in an open
meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in
negotiations with a third party. \[Eagle to Locust TM Line Route\]
B. ID 17-137 Deliberations Regarding Real Property - Under Texas Government Code, Sec.
551.072; Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code, Sec. 551.071.
Discuss, deliberate and receive information from staff and provide staff with direction
pertaining to the potential purchase of certain real property interests out of the Gideon
Walker Survey, Abstract 1330, the Morreau Forrest Survey, Abstract 417, the David
Hough Survey, Abstract 646 and Lot 1, Block 1, Tower Addition, an addition to the City of
Denton, all in Denton County, Texas, and located generally in the 600, 900, 1900 and 2100
blocks of South Mayhill Road, Denton, Texas; discussions had, deliberation, and direction
given by the Denton City Council in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on
the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third party. Consultation with
the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues associated with the potential acquisition or
condemnation of the real property interests described above; discussion of these legal
matters in an open meeting would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City
of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional
Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any
administrative proceeding or potential litigation. (Solid Waste Department - Mayhill Road)
C. ID 17-141 Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.
Receive information from staff, discuss, deliberate and provide staff with direction
pertaining to the status, strategy, and possible resolution of condemnation case styled City
of Denton, Texas v. RTS&M, LLC, et al., Cause No. PR-2014-00492, currently pending in
the Probate Court of Denton County, Texas; Consultation with the City’s attorneys
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regarding legal issues associated with the condemnation of the real property interests where
a public discussion of these legal matters could jeopardize the City’s legal position in any
administrative proceeding or potential litigation.
D. ID 17-154 Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071
Consultation, discussion, and deliberation regarding legal matters associated with contracts
and leases associated with Rail Yard Partners, Ltd. and the Dallas Entrepreneur Center
where discussion of these legal matters in an open meeting would conflict with the duty of
the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas
Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or would jeopardize
the City’s legal position in any administrative proceeding or potential litigation.
Regular Meeting of the City of Denton City Council at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at
City Hall.
1.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Council and members of the audience recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the U. S. and
Texas flags.
2.PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
A. ID 17-044 Myra Crownover Day
Mayor Watts presented the proclamation for Myra Crownover Day.
B. ID 17-067 30th Year Anniversary of Keep Denton Beautiful
Mayor Watts presented the proclamation for Keep Denton Beautiful anniversary.
C. ID 17-089 National Wear Red Day
Mayor Watts presented the proclamation for National Wear Red Day.
D. ID 17-148 Resolution of Appreciation for Anita Burgess
Mayor Watts presented the Resolution of Appreciation for Anita Burgess.
Council Member Gregory motioned, Mayor Pro Tem Roden seconded to approve the resolution.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
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3. PRESENTATION FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council. B. Receive Scheduled Citizen
Reports from Members of the Public.
There were no scheduled citizen reports for this meeting.
C. Additional Citizen Reports
1.Bud Porter, 320 Fulton St., Apt. 8, regarding the protection of citizens against policies
of the Federal government.
2.Deb Armintor, 2003 Mistywood Lane, regarding the protection of citizens against
policies of the Federal government.
4.CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Hawkins motioned, Mayor Pro Tem Roden seconded to approve the Consent
Agenda and accompanying ordinances and resolutions with the exception of Item F, J, N and R
which would be considered individually. On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye",
Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye",
Council Member Gregory "aye", Council Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye".
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-026
A. ID 16-1518 Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to
execute a Donation Agreement with the City of Múzquiz, a political subdivision of
the Free and Sovereign State of Coahuila, Mexico in compliance with City of
Denton Ordinance 2008-11; authorizing the donation of Police and Fire Equipment
to the City of Múzquiz; authorizing the donation of the equipment with an estimated
value greater than Five Hundred Dollars ($500); and providing an effective date
(File 5824-Donation Agreement with the City of Múzquiz).
Ordinance No. 2017-027
B. ID 17-012 Consider adoption of an ordinance accepting competitive proposals and
awarding a public works contract for the construction of the Denton Regional Fire
Training Facility to be located at 4111 Vintage Boulevard, Denton, Texas;
providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date
(RFP 6283-awarded to JC Commercial, Inc. in the amount of $2,482,707).
Ordinance No. 2017-028
C. ID 17-015 Consider adoption of an ordinance accepting competitive proposals and
awarding a contract for the purchase of recreation software for the City of Denton
Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) which will be used for program and class
registrations and management, facility bookings, childcare registration, membership
pass registration, point of sale, account management and other PARD administrative
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functions; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (RFP 6193-awarded to CivicPlus, Inc. dba REC1 in the three (3) year
not-to-exceed amount of $140,000).
Ordinance No. 2017-029
D. ID 17-018 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the
City Manager or his designee to execute a contract for the acquisition of one (1)
boom mower attachment for the Drainage Department which is available from only
one source and in accordance with Chapter 252.022 of the Texas Local Government
Code, such purchases are exempt from requirements of competitive bidding; and
providing an effective date (File 6337-awarded to Tiger Corporation in the amount
of $62,658). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
Ordinance No. 2017-030
E. ID 17-098 Consider adoption of an ordinance ordering an election to be held in the
City of Denton, Texas, on May 6, 2017 and, if a runoff election is required, on June
10, 2017, for the purpose of electing council members to Districts 1, 2, 3 and 4 of
the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas; prescribing the time and manner of
the conduct of the election to be in accordance with an agreement with the Election
Administrator of Denton County; providing a severability clause; providing an open
meetings clause; and providing an effective date.
Ordinance No. 2017-032
G. ID 17-121 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas
authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement by and between the City of
Denton, Texas and Crawford Hospital Partners, LLC, for the provision of water and
sanitary sewer facilities for Lots 1-8 of Ranch View Surgical Hospital; and
providing an effective date.
Approved the minutes listed below.
H. ID 17-123 Consider approval of the minutes of October 3, October 11, October 18,
November 1, and November 7, 2016.
Resolution No. R2017-001
I. ID 17-124 Consider approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Denton, Texas documenting the process for purchasing and managing the City’s
diverse vehicle fleet, which includes vehicles and heavy equipment, in a manner
that minimizes greenhouse gas emissions and considers life-cycle economics of
current and future fleet vehicles; and declaring an effective date. The Committee on
the Environment recommends approval (3-0).
Ordinance No. 2017-034
K. ID 17-127 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas
authorizing the approval of a second amendment to a Professional Services
Agreement between the City of Denton and Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. for the design
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of the Hickory Creek Basin Peak Flow Detention Facility; providing for the
expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 5768-providing
for an additional expenditure amount not-to-exceed $192,239, with the total contract
amount not-to-exceed $732,365). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval
(6-0).
Ordinance No. 2017-035
L. ID 17-128 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the
City Manager or his designee to execute a contract for the acquisition of one (1)
Bobcat Model T650 Skidsteer Loader for the City of Denton Parks Department
which is available from only one source and in accordance with Chapter 252.022 of
the Texas Local Government Code, such purchases are exempt from requirements
of competitive bidding; and providing an effective date (File 6349-awarded to Clark
Equipment dba Bobcat Company in the amount of $54,393.14).
Ordinance No. 2017-036
M. ID 17-129 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the
City Manager or his designee to execute a contract for the acquisition of one (1)
Line Marking Machine for the City of Denton Traffic Department which is
available from only one source and in accordance with Chapter 252.022 of the
Texas Local Government Code, such purchases are exempt from requirements of
competitive bidding; and providing an effective date (File 6266-awarded to Titan
ASE, LLC in the amount of $120,000).
Ordinance No. 2017-038
O. ID 17-132 Consider adoption of an ordinance approving the expenditure of funds
for the purchase of annual maintenance for the City of Denton Cisco networked
devices (SmartNet) including switches, routers, wireless and Cisco IP phone
equipment including 24 hour/7 days per week Technical Assistance Center (TAC)
support on all equipment located in City of Denton facilities as awarded by the State
of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) through the Go DIRect
Program, Contract Number DIR-TSO-2542; providing for the expenditure of funds
therefor; and providing an effective date (File 6350-awarded to Presidio Networked
Solutions Group, LLC. in the not-to-exceed amount of $136,716.97).
Ordinance No. 2017-039
P. ID 17-151 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing an
agreement between the City of Denton, Texas and the Denton African American
Scholarship Foundation for the purpose of expenses for the Denton Black Film
Festival; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing for an
effective date. ($2,050)
Resolution No. R2017-002
Q. ID 17-156 Consider approval of a resolution waiving potential conflicts associated
with the simultaneous legal representation by the law firm of Farella, Braun +
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Martell, LLP, of both Trilliant, Inc. and the City of Denton, Texas; ratifying said
engagement; and providing an effective date.
The items pulled for separate consideration were discussed.
Ordinance No. 2017-031
F. ID 17-116 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, approving a
Right-of-way Use and Encroachment Agreement between the City of Denton and
the University of North Texas, granting permission to the University of North Texas
to construct a raised crosswalk, with signage, marking and other appurtenances,
within the right-of-way of Maple Street; and providing an effective date.
Willie Hudspeth suggested adding the corner of Jagoe and Oak going west and Carroll and
Hickory going east for special consideration.
Council Member Gregory motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-033
J. ID 17-126 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas
authorizing the approval of a second amendment to a Professional Services
Agreement between the City of Denton and GL Power Solutions, Inc. for
Transmission Planning and NERC Transmission Planner Compliance Services
including studies, modeling and other technical/professional services for Denton
Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing
an effective date (File 5148-providing for an additional expenditure amount not-to-
exceed $1,012,440.08, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,969,409.14).
The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
Phil Williams, General Manager-DME, stated that Transmission Service Providers were
responsible to the following agencies - FERC, NERC, TRE, and ERCOT. DME was such a
provider. The advantage of PWR Solutions was that they had accrued knowledge and data since
2010 in this field. They could provide a range of services, had a level of respect in the industry,
and changing consultants at this point would be costly. The contract requirement was billing on
hourly basis for work performed.
Council discussed whether the increased funding included funding for the Denton Energy
Center, how long the contract would cover and the amount of the hourly rate which included the
software costs.
Willie Hudspeth felt that the amount of the contract was too high.
Council Member Hawkins motioned, Mayor Pro Tem Roden seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
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Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor
Watts "aye". Council Member Briggs "nay". Motion carried with a 6-1 vote.
Ordinance No. 2017-037
N. ID 17-130 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the
City Manager or his designee to execute a contract with the Denton Parks
Foundation for administrative and fund raising support of Denton Parks and
Recreation projects and programs which is available from only one source and in
accordance with Chapter 252.022 of the Texas Local Government Code, such
purchases are exempt from requirements of competitive bidding; and providing an
effective date (File 6348-awarded to Denton Parks Foundation in the amount of
$77,000).
Council Member Bagheri stated that during the budget process she had voted against the request
and she wanted her vote on this item to be consistent with her vote at that time. She requested a
discussion on how non-profits requested funding from the City which appeared to be varying
among the organizations.
Willie Hudspeth did not speak to the issue but rather stated that there were no African American
supervisors in the Parks Department or DME.
Council Member Gregory motioned, Mayor Pro Tem Roden seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", and Mayor
Watts "aye". Council Member Bagheri "nay". Motion carried with a 6-1 vote.
Ordinance No. 2017-040
R. ID 17-157 Consider adoption of an ordinance accepting competitive proposals and
awarding a public works contract for the construction of waterline improvements for
Phase 1 of the Denton Municipal Electric Energy Center project; providing for the
expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 6304-awarded
to Wilson Contractor Services, LLC in the amount of $530,485.15).
Phil Williams, General Manager-DME, stated that City water was not available west of the
Airport. DME must extend a water line to the DEC site. Phase I of the water loop was needed by
April 2017. This also involved a fire protection issue. The RFP evaluation criteria involved
price, delivery, and probable evaluation. He displayed a location map which showed water and
wastewater lines. Staff recommended approval of the contract for the DEC Phase 1.
Council discussed cost of the water line being in line with the estimate; the upsizing of the water
line in both phases; and that both the Water Department and DME were sharing in the cost of the
water line.
Willie Hudspeth did not speak to the item but rather spoke on the start time of the meeting again
and that there were no African Americans working in DME.
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Mayor Pro Tem Roden motioned, Council Member Wazny seconded to adopt the ordinance. On
roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Council Member
Briggs "nay", and Council Member Bagheri "nay". Motion carried with a 5-2 vote.
5.ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
Resolution No. R2017-003
A. ID 17-155 Consider approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Denton, Texas, appointing an Interim City Attorney; setting forth the terms of the
appointment; setting forth the Interim City Attorney’s salary; and providing an
effective date.
City Attorney Burgess stated that the resolution proposed that Aaron Leal be appointed as the
Interim City Attorney.
Willie Hudspeth did not speak on the item but rather on the Work Session item regarding open
meetings and how those were conducted.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to approve the resolution.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance No. 2017-041
A. HL15-0005c Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance
designating the property located at 1120 North Locust Street, legally known as
A0185A BBB & CRR, TR 99, .287 acres, OLD DCAD TR 69, a historic landmark
under Section 35.7.6 of the Denton Development Code; providing for a penalty in
the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability
clause and an effective date. The Historic Landmark Commission recommends
approval 7-0. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval 7-0.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for Items A, B, C, and D.
Roman McAllen, Historic Preservation Officer, briefed the Council on Items A, B, C, and D. He
noted that there were 13 criteria established to qualify properties for designation as historic
landmarks. The four properties had met the necessary criteria. He reviewed the public
notification that was provided. The Historic Landmark Commission and the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommended approval.
The following individuals spoke during the public hearing:
Gary Hayden and Deb Conte, 2106 N. Bell – spoke in support
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Rachel Meyer, 717 W. Oak Street – spoke in support
John Morris, 918 W. Oak Street – spoke in support
Jonathan Meyer, 717 W. Oak Street spoke in support
Deb Armintor, 2003 Mistywood Lane – spoke in support
Comment cards were submitted by the following:
Donna Morris, 918 W. Oak Street - in support
Jennifer Meyer, 717 W. Oak Street - in support
The Mayor closed the public hearing for Items A, B, C and D.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden motioned, Council Member Gregory seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-042
B. HL16-0005a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance
designating the property located at 717 West Oak Street, legally known as
McKennon Lot 6(NW PT) 3/329///Neill AB 971), a historic landmark under Section
35.7.6 of the Denton Development Code; providing for a penalty in the maximum
amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an
effective date. The Historic Landmark Commission recommends approval 6-0. The
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval 6-0.
The public hearing for this item was held with Item A.
Council Member Hawkins motioned, Council Member Bagheri seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-043
C. HL16-0006a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance
designating the property located at 2106 North Bell Avenue, legally known as
College Heights Addition Block 1 Lot 4, a historic landmark under Section 35.7.6
of the Denton Development Code; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount
of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective
date. The Historic Landmark Commission recommends approval 7-0. The
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval 6-0.
The public hearing for this item was held with Item A.
Council Member Wazny motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
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Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-044
D. HL16-0007a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance
designating the property located at 619 Pearl Street, legally known as Carroll Park
Block 1 Lot 9, a historic landmark under Section 35.7.6 of the Denton Development
Code; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations
thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Historic
Landmark Commission recommends approval 7-0. The Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends approval 6-0.
The public hearing for this item was held with Item A.
Council Member Gregory motioned, Council Member Wazny seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Item F was considered.
Ordinance No. 2017-046
F. Z16-0021a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance to rezone
approximately 12.97 acres from a Regional Center Commercial Downtown (RCC-
D) District to a Neighborhood Residential Mixed Use (NRMU) District. The
property is generally located on the northwest side of the intersection of Riney Road
and North Elm Street, approximately 1,900 feet east of North Bonnie Brae Street.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (6-0).
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Munal Mauladad, Director of Development Services, presented the location of the property, the
current and proposed zoning in the area, future land use along with considerations for approval.
Rezoning the property to NRMU district was a logical extension of the NR district to the south
and east. The Planning and Zoning Commission as well as staff recommended approval.
The following individuals spoke during the public hearing:
Willie Hudspeth, 623 Newton, stated that he was not notified about the public hearing.
Paul Meltzer, 1914 W. Oak Street, questioned the impact on North Lakes Park.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Council Member Bagheri motioned, Council Member Wazny seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
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Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Council considered Item E.
Ordinance No. 2017-045
E. S16-0005a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance for a
Specific Use Permit to allow multifamily development on approximately 12.97
acres. The property is generally located on the northwest side of the intersection of
Riney Road and North Elm Street, approximately 1,900 feet east of North Bonnie
Brae Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval with
conditions (6-0).
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Munal Mauladad, Director of Development Services, stated that pending approval of the
rezoning to NRMU, the applicant was proposing a multi-family development that was not part of
a mixed-use development. A Specific Use Permit was required for this zoning designation.
Multi-family was consistent with the Future Land Use designation of Neighborhood Mixed Use,
which included a mixture of residential development types and densities. The proposed site plan
complied with the Denton Development Code site design standards and was generally
compatible with other uses and development patterns in the area.
Council discussed what tools were available to encourage more of this type of development in
the area; height requirements of the proposed district; incorporation of trails in the development;
the area was well served with bus service; and whether a small area plan would be beneficial for
this area.
The following individuals spoke during the public hearing:
Paul Meltzer, 1914 W. Oak Street, spoke in opposition
Curt Stogsdill, 2103 Riney Road, spoke in opposition
Willie Hudspeth, 623 Newton, spoke in opposition.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Council Member Bagheri motioned, Council Member Gregory seconded to adopt the ordinance
with conditions approved by the P&Z Commission. On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden
"aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member
Gregory "aye", Council Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Council Member
Briggs "nay". Motion carried with a 6-1 vote.
Ordinance No. 2017-047
G. Z16-0025a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance to rezone
approximately 15.5. acres from a Neighborhood Residential 2 (NR-2) District to a
Neighborhood Residential 3 (NR-3) District, and approximately 20.16 acres from a
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Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) District to a NR-3 District. The subject
property is generally located on the east side of Country Club Road, approximately
265 feet south of Regency Court in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas. The
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (6-0).
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Munal Mauladad, Director of Development Services, stated that the request was to rezone four
parcels of land on the east side of Country Club Road. She reviewed the current and proposed
zoning, Denton Plan compatibility and considerations for approval along with the public
notifications. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval as did staff.
Council discussed the future alternative ESA which was not under consideration at this meeting
but which was important for the development of the area and that the NR-3 was being requested
due to the ESA and the need for smaller lot sizes.
The following individuals spoke during the public hearing:
Lee Allison, 4401 N. I-35, Suite 102, representing applicant spoke in favor
Donna McLaughlin, 3300 Belmont Street – spoke in opposition
Don McLaughlin, 3300 Belmont Street – spoke in opposition
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Mayor Watts asked staff to get with the McLaughlin's regarding rules and regulations for water
and drainage.
Council Member Bagheri motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", Council
Member Bagheri "aye", and Mayor Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Council Member Bagheri left the meeting.
Ordinance No. 2017-048
H. Z16-0026a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance to rezone
approximately 7.95 acres from a Regional Center Commercial Neighborhood
(RCC-N) District to a Regional Center Commercial Downtown (RCC-D) District.
The subject property is generally located on the west side of North Interstate 35,
approximately 455 feet north of Schuyler Street, in the City of Denton, Denton
County, Texas. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (6-0).
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Munal Mauladad, Director of Development Services, stated that this was a request to rezone
from a Regional Center Commercial Neighborhood (RCC-N) Rezoning to RCC-D District. This
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was a logical rezoning for this site as it belonged to the Regional Mixed Use Centers family of
zoning districts. She reviewed the current and proposed zoning, the future land use and
considerations for approval with the public notifications. The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval as did staff.
No one spoke during the public hearing.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Council Member Gregory motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to adopt the ordinance.
On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member Wazny "aye", Council Member
Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", Council Member Gregory "aye", and Mayor
Watts "aye". Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2017-049
I. S16-0006a Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City
of Denton, Texas, amending Specific Use Permit approved by Ordinance No. 2002-
260, in a Downtown Commercial General zoning district and use classification on
approximately 2.2 acres of land generally located at the southeast corner South
Carroll Boulevard and West Eagle Drive in the City of Denton, Denton County,
Texas; providing for conditions and a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00
for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. (S16-
0006) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval, subject to
conditions (6-0).
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Munal Mauladad stated that the proposal was for a Specific Use Permit to add 16 parking spaces
to the site which would amend the current site plan and Specific Use Permit. She reviewed the
current and proposed zoning in addition to the history of the property in terms of tree canopy.
The proposed development must conform to the Site Plan, Landscape Plan, and Grading Plan as
submitted including a marked pedestrian applicant is amenable to all conditions. Public
notification and considerations for approval were presented. The Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval as did staff with associated recommendations.
Council discussed the proposal for the tree mitigation.
The following individuals spoke during the public hearing:
John Pimentel, Project Manager for Quiktrip, spoke in favor. He indicated that the
applicant was in favor of the tree mitigation proposal.
Willie Hudspeth, 623 Newton, did not speak to the issue but rather asked questions
regarding the proposal.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Council Member Wazny motioned, Council Member Hawkins seconded to adopt the ordinance
with all proposed conditions. On roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Roden "aye", Council Member
Wazny "aye", Council Member Briggs "aye", Council Member Hawkins "aye", and Council
Member Gregory "aye". Mayor Watts "nay". Motion carried with a 5-1 vote.
7. CONCLUDING ITEMS
A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from
the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of
policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming
meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide
reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken,
to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information
regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official,
public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or
sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or
community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body
that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body
or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an
imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has
arisen after the posting of the agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden suggested holding an upcoming discussion relating to Stoke on site at the
Stoke.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden requested an update on the Internet digital divide in Denton.
Mayor Pro Tem Roden requested a discussion on economic development strategies.
Council Member Gregory requested a work session and action item regarding an ordinance
authorizing duties of the City Auditor.
Council Member Briggs requested an evaluation of street repairs/resurfacing in terms of life of
the street.
Council Member Briggs requested a staff report on establishing an arts district.
Council Member Briggs requested an update on the paid maternity leave discussion held earlier.
Council Member Briggs requested a report on 2016 for outside consultants and professional
services.
Council Member Briggs requested a resolution recognizing diversity and welcoming all forms of
religion in Denton.
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Mayor Watts requested a work session or informal staff report on who was sent to attend the
discussions regarding the international building codes that the City approved, particularly the
Energy Code.
Mayor Watts requested that the configuration of Eagle Drive in terms of the layout of the bike
lanes be revisited.
B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics, above posted.
There was no continuation of the Closed Meeting.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:19 p.m.
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CHRIS WATTS
MAYOR
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS
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JANE RICHARDSON
ASSISTANT CITY SECRETARY
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS