02/01/2021-CC-Minutes-RegularMINUTES
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2021
7:00 PM
HISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING 403 N 7TH STREET
SANGER, TEXAS
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Thomas Muir, Mayor Pro Tem Gary Bilyeu; Councilmember David Clark; Councilmember
Marissa Barrett, Councilmember Allen Chick, Councilmember Dennis Dillon
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
All member were present
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Interim City Manager Jeriana Staton, City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Financial Director Clayton
Gray, Stefani Dodson Development Services, Laura Klenke Library, Sgt. Josh Bishop Police
Department, Jon Watson Auditor, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director of
Economic Development Shani Bradshaw, Public Works Director Jim Bolz,
1.Call Meeting to Order, Establish a Quorum (Roll Call), Invocation.
There being a quorum, Mayor Thomas Muir called the January 19th, 2021, City Council meeting
to order at 7:11 p.m.. The invocation was given by Councilmember Chick. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilmember Clark.
2.CITIZEN INPUT:
There were no citizens who came forward wishing to speak
3.CONSENT AGENDA:
a.Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Chick made a motion to accept the consent agenda. Motion was seconded by
Councilmember Clark. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
1.Approval of Minutes on 01/04/2021
2.Approval of Minutes on 01/07/2021
3.Approval of Minutes on 01/19/2021
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MINUTESCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGMONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 20217:00 PMHISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING 403 N 7TH STREETSANGER, TEXASCOUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:Mayor Thomas Muir, Mayor Pro Tem Gary Bilyeu; Councilmember David Clark; CouncilmemberMarissa Barrett, Councilmember Allen Chick, Councilmember Dennis Dillon COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:All member were presentSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:Interim City Manager Jeriana Staton, City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Financial Director ClaytonGray, Stefani Dodson Development Services, Laura Klenke Library, Sgt. Josh Bishop PoliceDepartment, Jon Watson Auditor, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director ofEconomic Development Shani Bradshaw, Public Works Director Jim Bolz, 1.Call Meeting to Order, Establish a Quorum (Roll Call), Invocation.There being a quorum, Mayor Thomas Muir called the January 19th, 2021, City Council meetingto order at 7:11 p.m.. The invocation was given by Councilmember Chick. The Pledge ofAllegiance was led by Councilmember Clark.2.CITIZEN INPUT:There were no citizens who came forward wishing to speak3.CONSENT AGENDA:a.Approval of MinutesCouncilmember Chick made a motion to accept the consent agenda. Motion was seconded byCouncilmember Clark. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.1.Approval of Minutes on 01/04/20212.Approval of Minutes on 01/07/20213.Approval of Minutes on 01/19/2021
4.Consider Any Items Removed from Consent Agenda.
There were no items removed from the agenda
REGULAR AGENDA
5.Public Works Update
Public Works Director Bolz speaks to the Council about all the projects going on in the City. He
goes over the street projects shown in the map provided. He explains that they did more streets last
year than expected so the map is a little different.
He says that the bigger item on his list is the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He says that they are in
the process of permitting and working things out.
Bolz gives a brief update on Facility maintenance department. They are looking into updating some
of the City buildings.
Bolz updates the board about generators for buildings. He states that Development services
currently is the only building with a built in generator.
Bolz explains that the brush list is caught up and the guys have been staying on top of the list when
they come in. He would like to look into out sourcing the brush pick up as it would free up 2/3 rds
of his manpower. He thanks the board for listening and asks if they have any questions.
6.Meadow Green Farms Estates Addition Phase II Final Plat
Consider, Discuss and Act on the Final Plat of Lots 713 Block A, Lots 14 Block B, Lots 16
Block C, and Lot 1 Block D of Meadow Green Farm Estates Addition Phase II, Being 24.97
Acres, in the City of Sanger’s ETJ, and Generally Located on the West Side of Metz Road and
Approximately 2463 Feet South of Lois Rd.
Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She explains
that this development has Bolivar water, CoServ elect., and septic systems. Staff recommends
approval.
Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve. The motion is seconded by Councilmember
Barrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
7.Lake Country Estates Addition Final Plat
Consider, Discuss, and Act on a Final Plat of Lots 139, Block A, and Lots 139, Block B, of Lake
Country Estates Addition, Being 50.337 Acres of Land, and Generally Located South of FM 455,
North of Union Hill Road, and Approximately 2500 Feet East of the Intersection of FM 455 and
Union Hill Road.
Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She points
out this project is 77 lots with 1 HOA lot. They will have Bolivar water, CoServ electric, and septic
systems. They are half acre lots and with this plat there are 4 variances that would be approve with
the plat. One variance is to not have to improve the current road. To allow a 5ft sidewalk on
FM455 like TxDot is already doing instead of the Citys 8 ft. sidewalks. They would also like to not
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MINUTESCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGMONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 20217:00 PMHISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING 403 N 7TH STREETSANGER, TEXASCOUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:Mayor Thomas Muir, Mayor Pro Tem Gary Bilyeu; Councilmember David Clark; CouncilmemberMarissa Barrett, Councilmember Allen Chick, Councilmember Dennis Dillon COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:All member were presentSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:Interim City Manager Jeriana Staton, City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Financial Director ClaytonGray, Stefani Dodson Development Services, Laura Klenke Library, Sgt. Josh Bishop PoliceDepartment, Jon Watson Auditor, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director ofEconomic Development Shani Bradshaw, Public Works Director Jim Bolz, 1.Call Meeting to Order, Establish a Quorum (Roll Call), Invocation.There being a quorum, Mayor Thomas Muir called the January 19th, 2021, City Council meetingto order at 7:11 p.m.. The invocation was given by Councilmember Chick. The Pledge ofAllegiance was led by Councilmember Clark.2.CITIZEN INPUT:There were no citizens who came forward wishing to speak3.CONSENT AGENDA:a.Approval of MinutesCouncilmember Chick made a motion to accept the consent agenda. Motion was seconded byCouncilmember Clark. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.1.Approval of Minutes on 01/04/20212.Approval of Minutes on 01/07/20213.Approval of Minutes on 01/19/20214.Consider Any Items Removed from Consent Agenda.There were no items removed from the agendaREGULAR AGENDA5.Public Works UpdatePublic Works Director Bolz speaks to the Council about all the projects going on in the City. Hegoes over the street projects shown in the map provided. He explains that they did more streets lastyear than expected so the map is a little different. He says that the bigger item on his list is the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He says that they are inthe process of permitting and working things out. Bolz gives a brief update on Facility maintenance department. They are looking into updating someof the City buildings. Bolz updates the board about generators for buildings. He states that Development servicescurrently is the only building with a built in generator.Bolz explains that the brush list is caught up and the guys have been staying on top of the list whenthey come in. He would like to look into out sourcing the brush pick up as it would free up 2/3 rdsof his manpower. He thanks the board for listening and asks if they have any questions.6.Meadow Green Farms Estates Addition Phase II Final PlatConsider, Discuss and Act on the Final Plat of Lots 713 Block A, Lots 14 Block B, Lots 16Block C, and Lot 1 Block D of Meadow Green Farm Estates Addition Phase II, Being 24.97Acres, in the City of Sanger’s ETJ, and Generally Located on the West Side of Metz Road andApproximately 2463 Feet South of Lois Rd.Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She explainsthat this development has Bolivar water, CoServ elect., and septic systems. Staff recommendsapproval.Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve. The motion is seconded by CouncilmemberBarrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.7.Lake Country Estates Addition Final PlatConsider, Discuss, and Act on a Final Plat of Lots 139, Block A, and Lots 139, Block B, of LakeCountry Estates Addition, Being 50.337 Acres of Land, and Generally Located South of FM 455,North of Union Hill Road, and Approximately 2500 Feet East of the Intersection of FM 455 andUnion Hill Road.Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She pointsout this project is 77 lots with 1 HOA lot. They will have Bolivar water, CoServ electric, and septicsystems. They are half acre lots and with this plat there are 4 variances that would be approve with
the plat. One variance is to not have to improve the current road. To allow a 5ft sidewalk on
FM455 like TxDot is already doing instead of the Citys 8 ft. sidewalks. They would also like to not
install sidewalks on Union Hill. They would also like to have the electric stay about ground instead
of putting it all underground. Staff does recommend approval.
The board has a brief discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu wants to know if there will be enough water pressure for Fire Department.
It is explained by the developer that there currently is enough pressure however if a problem comes
up during development they have talked to Bolivar Water about adding a water tower.
The board has a discussion about the ownership of Union Hill. They want staff to check to see if
County or the City of Sanger owns the street.
Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve with all the variances except the improvement of
Union Hill until they find out who owns the street.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Barrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
8.Resolution No. 111420 Property Enhancement Incentives Policy
Consider, Discuss and Act on Resolution No. 111420 Approving the Property Enhancement
Incentives Policy.
Economic Development Director Shani Bradshaw explains that this is the project that she has
previously brought to the board. She is now coming to Council as the 4B board has already
approved this grant.
Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve Resolution No. 111420 Property
Enhancement Incentives Policy.
Councilmember Dillon seconded the motion. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
9.Ordinance No. 020221 Interstate Highway 35 Speed Zone
Consider, Discuss and Act on Ordinance 020221 Altering the Prima Facie Speed Limits
Established for Vehicles Under the Provision of Transportation Code, Section 545.356 Upon
Interstate Highway No. 35 or Parts Thereof, Within the Incorporate Limits of the City of Sanger, as
Set Out in This Ordinance; and Providing a Penalty of a Fine Not to Exceed $200.00 for the
Violation of This Ordinance.
Public Works Director Bolz explains this is a formality to keep our speed limit the same.
Councilmember Chick makes a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 020221 Interstate Highway 35
Speed Zone Altering the Prima Facie Speed Limits Established for Vehicles under provision of
Transportation code, Section 545.356 upon Interstate Highway No. 35 or parts thereof, within the
Incorporates Limits of the City of Sanger, as set out in this ordinance; and providing a penalty of a
fine not to exceed $200.00 for the violation of this ordinance. Motion was seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Bilyeu. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
10.Concrete and Asphalt Bid Contracts
Consider, Discuss and Possibly Approve Bid and Approve ReSoliciting the Bid for Annual
Concrete Labor and Material Contract and Asphalt Paving Material Contract.
Public Works Director Bolz explains this is just to allow us to go out for bids.
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MINUTESCITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGMONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 20217:00 PMHISTORIC CHURCH BUILDING 403 N 7TH STREETSANGER, TEXASCOUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:Mayor Thomas Muir, Mayor Pro Tem Gary Bilyeu; Councilmember David Clark; CouncilmemberMarissa Barrett, Councilmember Allen Chick, Councilmember Dennis Dillon COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:All member were presentSTAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:Interim City Manager Jeriana Staton, City Attorney Hugh Coleman, Financial Director ClaytonGray, Stefani Dodson Development Services, Laura Klenke Library, Sgt. Josh Bishop PoliceDepartment, Jon Watson Auditor, Director of Development Services Ramie Hammonds, Director ofEconomic Development Shani Bradshaw, Public Works Director Jim Bolz, 1.Call Meeting to Order, Establish a Quorum (Roll Call), Invocation.There being a quorum, Mayor Thomas Muir called the January 19th, 2021, City Council meetingto order at 7:11 p.m.. The invocation was given by Councilmember Chick. The Pledge ofAllegiance was led by Councilmember Clark.2.CITIZEN INPUT:There were no citizens who came forward wishing to speak3.CONSENT AGENDA:a.Approval of MinutesCouncilmember Chick made a motion to accept the consent agenda. Motion was seconded byCouncilmember Clark. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.1.Approval of Minutes on 01/04/20212.Approval of Minutes on 01/07/20213.Approval of Minutes on 01/19/20214.Consider Any Items Removed from Consent Agenda.There were no items removed from the agendaREGULAR AGENDA5.Public Works UpdatePublic Works Director Bolz speaks to the Council about all the projects going on in the City. Hegoes over the street projects shown in the map provided. He explains that they did more streets lastyear than expected so the map is a little different. He says that the bigger item on his list is the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He says that they are inthe process of permitting and working things out. Bolz gives a brief update on Facility maintenance department. They are looking into updating someof the City buildings. Bolz updates the board about generators for buildings. He states that Development servicescurrently is the only building with a built in generator.Bolz explains that the brush list is caught up and the guys have been staying on top of the list whenthey come in. He would like to look into out sourcing the brush pick up as it would free up 2/3 rdsof his manpower. He thanks the board for listening and asks if they have any questions.6.Meadow Green Farms Estates Addition Phase II Final PlatConsider, Discuss and Act on the Final Plat of Lots 713 Block A, Lots 14 Block B, Lots 16Block C, and Lot 1 Block D of Meadow Green Farm Estates Addition Phase II, Being 24.97Acres, in the City of Sanger’s ETJ, and Generally Located on the West Side of Metz Road andApproximately 2463 Feet South of Lois Rd.Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She explainsthat this development has Bolivar water, CoServ elect., and septic systems. Staff recommendsapproval.Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve. The motion is seconded by CouncilmemberBarrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.7.Lake Country Estates Addition Final PlatConsider, Discuss, and Act on a Final Plat of Lots 139, Block A, and Lots 139, Block B, of LakeCountry Estates Addition, Being 50.337 Acres of Land, and Generally Located South of FM 455,North of Union Hill Road, and Approximately 2500 Feet East of the Intersection of FM 455 andUnion Hill Road.Director of Development Services Hammonds summarizes the project for the Council. She pointsout this project is 77 lots with 1 HOA lot. They will have Bolivar water, CoServ electric, and septicsystems. They are half acre lots and with this plat there are 4 variances that would be approve withthe plat. One variance is to not have to improve the current road. To allow a 5ft sidewalk onFM455 like TxDot is already doing instead of the Citys 8 ft. sidewalks. They would also like to notinstall sidewalks on Union Hill. They would also like to have the electric stay about ground insteadof putting it all underground. Staff does recommend approval.The board has a brief discussion.Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu wants to know if there will be enough water pressure for Fire Department.It is explained by the developer that there currently is enough pressure however if a problem comesup during development they have talked to Bolivar Water about adding a water tower.The board has a discussion about the ownership of Union Hill. They want staff to check to see ifCounty or the City of Sanger owns the street.Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve with all the variances except the improvement ofUnion Hill until they find out who owns the street.Motion was seconded by Councilmember Barrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.8.Resolution No. 111420 Property Enhancement Incentives PolicyConsider, Discuss and Act on Resolution No. 111420 Approving the Property EnhancementIncentives Policy.Economic Development Director Shani Bradshaw explains that this is the project that she haspreviously brought to the board. She is now coming to Council as the 4B board has alreadyapproved this grant. Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to approve Resolution No. 111420 PropertyEnhancement Incentives Policy.Councilmember Dillon seconded the motion. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.9.Ordinance No. 020221 Interstate Highway 35 Speed ZoneConsider, Discuss and Act on Ordinance 020221 Altering the Prima Facie Speed LimitsEstablished for Vehicles Under the Provision of Transportation Code, Section 545.356 UponInterstate Highway No. 35 or Parts Thereof, Within the Incorporate Limits of the City of Sanger, asSet Out in This Ordinance; and Providing a Penalty of a Fine Not to Exceed $200.00 for theViolation of This Ordinance.Public Works Director Bolz explains this is a formality to keep our speed limit the same.Councilmember Chick makes a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 020221 Interstate Highway 35Speed Zone Altering the Prima Facie Speed Limits Established for Vehicles under provision ofTransportation code, Section 545.356 upon Interstate Highway No. 35 or parts thereof, within theIncorporates Limits of the City of Sanger, as set out in this ordinance; and providing a penalty of afine not to exceed $200.00 for the violation of this ordinance. Motion was seconded by Mayor ProTem Bilyeu. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.10.Concrete and Asphalt Bid ContractsConsider, Discuss and Possibly Approve Bid and Approve ReSoliciting the Bid for AnnualConcrete Labor and Material Contract and Asphalt Paving Material Contract.
Public Works Director Bolz explains this is just to allow us to go out for bids.
Councilmember Clark makes a motion to approve the bid for annual concrete labor and material
contract and asphalt paving material contract. Motion seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu. Motion
passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
11.Agreement with Chris Hartung Consulting, LLC for the recruitment of Sanger City
Manager
Consider, Discuss and Possibly Act on Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute an
Agreement with Chris Hartung Consulting, LLC for the recruitment of Sanger City Manager.
Mayor Pro Tem Bilyeu makes a motion to authorize the Interim City Manager to execute an
agreement with Chris Hartung Consulting, LLC for the recruitment of Sanger City Manager. Motion
was seconded by Councilmember Barrett. Motion passes unanimously with a 50 vote.
12.EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mayor Muir read Executive Session Item and convened into Executive Session at 8:26 p.m..
a.Texas Government Code Section 551.074 Personnel Related Matters: Closed Meeting to
evaluate candidates and discuss terms and conditions of employment for the position of City
Manager for the City of Sanger.
13.RECONVENE: OPEN MEETING:
Mayor Muir and Council reconvened and Mayor Muir called the Council Meeting back into regular
session at 8:40 p.m..
14.INFORMATION ITEMS:
a.Interim City Manager Updates
Interim City Manager Staton gives a brief update on staff. She explains that she has received 5 City
Secretary applications and 3 Water Super Intendant applications so far.
b.Disbursements December 2020
Disbursements for the Month of December 2020
Interim City Manager Staton summarizes for City Council.
15.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
16.ADJOURN.
There being no further agenda items for discussion, Mayor Muir adjourned the Council Meeting at
8:45 p.m..
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