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02/19/2001-CC-Minutes-RegularMINIUTES: CITY COUNCIL ? FEBRUARY 199 2001 P110SENT: Mayor Tommy Kincaid, Councilman Craig Waggoner, Councilman Joe Higgs, Councilman Carroll McNeill, Councilman Glenn Ervin, Councilman Andy Garza OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Jack Smith, City Secretary/Assistant City manager Rose Chavez, Assistant City Secretary Samantha Renz, Police Chief Curtis Amyx, Water/Wastewater Superintendent Eddie Branham, Electric Foreman Mike Prater, Vehicle Mechanic Tommy Belcher, Woodrow Barton, Ralph Amyx, Ann Richardson, Linda Hewlett, Jan Marrs, Jeff McNeill, Fred Gossett, Albert Keith, Marquieta Keith, Polly Dwyer, Glenn Shaw, Peggy Arrington, Dennis Arrington, Frank Castillo, Mike Walthall, Rodney Patterson, Jan Pardee, Shelley Ruland, Vaughn Andres, John Springer, Jayne Ashcraft 1. Mayor called the meting to order and led the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA 2. a) Approve Minutes: February 5, 2001 b) Disbursements A Councilman Higgs moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Councilman Ervin seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 3. Citizen's Input. Woodrow Barton, 807 N. 7th, indicated he attended a workshop last Monday night. One item discussed was the sanitary sewer plant. He felt the sewer system needed to be fixed instead of buying a new sewer plant. He decided to work out a system of what needed to be done. He looked at several places in the sewer system to see how much water was flowing through the sewer lines. He suggested to identify old lines, declare an emergency, borrow the money, and start rebuilding the system. 4. Consider and Possible Action regarding Ordinance #02-02-01 -Annexing Property Legally Described as: ABSTRACT 725, B.F. LYNCH SURVEY, PART OF TRACT 13 & 149 BEING A TOTAL OF 217.40 ACRES. Councilman Ervin moved to approve Ordinance 02-02-01, Councilman McNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously. } Councilman Ervin moved to enter into the agreement with GSA for the TDHCA grant application, Councilman Waggoner seconded. Motion carried 5 to I. Councilman McNeill voted no. 5. Consider and Possible Action Regarding a Preliminary & Final Plat for Sunset Lake Estates, Phase III, being 20.96 Acres in the Rueben Bebee Survey, Abstract #29. Brief Discussion. Councilman McNeill moved to accept Sunset Lake estates, Phase III. Councilman Higgs seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Conduct Public Hearing to Consider a Zoning Change from B2 (Business 2) to SF4 (Single Family 4)on property legally described as Abstract 1241 H. Tierwester Survey, Part of Tract 118 being 18 acres to be used for Residential. Property is located on FM 455 and Keaton Road. Public Hearing opened. Fred Gossett, 3625 Serendipity Hills Trail in Corinth, indicated he was pleased to offer this property for consideration. They intend to develop a nice housing addition. The houses will be from 1400 to 1600 square foot. There will be deed restrictions, two masonry entrances, and a combination wood and masonry fence. Linda Hewlett, corner of 455 and Acker St., indicated she had a lot of questions regarding drainage and traffic. She indicated Sanger is growing, and the land is worth a lot more as it is zoned now. She did not want a bunch of little houses built behind her. She would be satisfied with SF2. Her main concern is drainage. She also expressed concerns regarding traffic. Jan Norr6s,1602 W. Chapman, spoke in opposition of the request. She asked Council to retain the zoning as B2. They felt the best use of the location would be to remain business. They felt current homes would eventually be purchased as business sites. The traffic would have a negative impact on the elementary school. Ann Richardson, 305 Acker, spoke in opposition of the request. Ms. Richardson expressed that her major concern was the traffic. She would be happy with SF2. John R. Porter, indicated he appreciates the concerns regarding this request. He indicated they would like to retain the land fronting 455 and the land on Acker as commercial. The concerns regarding drainage, they plan to address. Traffic will also be addressed; however, everyone in the development will not be leaving at the same time. The commercial will act as a buffer, and the residential area will be homes the r community would be proud of. 4 Ralph Amyx, Keaton Rd., expressed concerns regarding drainage. He indicated there is a 24" pipe underground that exits at his place. He is not opposed to the request, he want the water issue addressed. He requested that when the Engineer's start their study, that they come talk to him about the project. Jeff McNeill, Keaton Rd., indicated he would rather see nice homes go in than businesses. he indicated the drainage is a problem currently, and he would like that addressed. He indicated he is opposed to SF3 zoning, and would prefer SF2 zoning in that area. Woodrow Barton, 807 N. 7th, expressed concerns regarding the traffic. John Springer, 802 N. Keaton Rd., indicated he was not against development; however; he had concerns regarding a few things. He indicated he would like to see positive development. If it were moved to SF2, there would be some reduction in traffic. there would be room for much more percolation, and it would be a great addition for the entire neighborhood. Shelley Ruland, 206 Tejas, indicated this was 27 acres. If it remained B2, a very large business could go in next to the elementary school. She indicated if it was changed, a residential development would be abetter asset with smaller businesses surrounding it. Mayor indicated if a grocery store were to be put in at this location, the whole thing would be covered in concrete, and would cause a major drainage problem. Woodrow Barton addressed drainage. Public Hearing closed 7. Consider and Possible Action Regarding a Zoning Change from B2 (Business 2) to SF4 (Single Family 4)on property legally described as Abstract 1241 H. Tierwester Survey, Part of Tract 118 being 18 acres to be used for Residential. Property is located on FM 455 and Keaton Road, City Manager indicated the Planning and Zoning had a tie vote on this item, so there is no recommendation. He also indicated the City Engineer had wanted them to be reminded that this is a zoning change, and not a plat. The drainage will be addressed at the time of the plat. Mayor asked what would be lost if they changed from SF3 to SF2. Councilman Higgs indicated he saw problems with the request because of drainage. Councilman McNeill indciated he would go SF2, with an entrance on to Acker Street, Councilman Garza indicated he agreed with them. Councilman Ervin indicated he agreed also. Fred Gossett indicated if this has to be SF2, they would respectfully withdraw the request. Discussion regarding traffic. .Tohn Porter asked if they would consider SF3 if they put another entrance: Mayor indicated it seemed the Council would rather see SF2. Councilman Ervin indicated he did not see a problem with the request. He felt there were a lot of people against it, but it seemed to be a nice plan, and would go well in the City of Sanger. Linda Hewlett indicated she was not against homes going in there. She is experiencing drainage problems, and would like it taken care of. Councilman Ervin indicated he would prefer to see SF3 over a Walmart or large business. Shelley Ruland indicated she agreed, and that Sanger needs homes. the people who will be working at Walmart are not going to have a place to live. City Manager indicated the last two subdivisions that were approved were SF3, not SF2. Fred Gossett indicated they will change the lots to make it where no lot has less than 65 foot frontage. they are going to lose four lots, so they will have 671ots. No lot will be less than 8800 square foot. He indicated they want to make this work for the community. He indicated they feel the market for Sanger is 1300 to 1600 square feet. they do not want to start at to minimum of 1500 square foot. He indicated they could come back with another plan with changes in the exits. Discussion regarding the request. Councilman Ervin moved to change from B2 to SF3. Motion died for lack of second. Councilman McNeill Indicated he would like to give Mr. Gossett another opportunity tibly get a 70 Ft. front, o come back and pas, Mr. Gossett indicated houses can be built small, beautiful and good. He indicated there is a huge demand for single family three bedroom homes in the price range they are shooting for. Discussion. Moved to next item. 8. Consider and Possible Action Regarding Appointments to the Tourism Board. City 1Vlanager indicated there is a five nnember board, t�vo from the Chamber, two from the City, and 1 chosen by both from a list submitted by the Council. Councilman McNeill moved to pick Gayland Howell, and accept the two that the Chamber appointed to serve on the tourism board. Councilman Higgs seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Higgs moved to nominate Jerry Jenkins and Polly Dwyer to serve on the tourism board. Councilman Waggoner seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 9. Consider and Possible Action Regarding Nominations to the Appraisal Review Board. Discussion. Councilman Higgs moved to nominate Woodrow Barton. Councilman McNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 10. Consider and Possible Action to Allow the Sanger Summer League to make Improvements at Railroad park at their own Expense. City Manager indicated they want to put in two batting cages. Councilman Higgs moved to accept his proposal. Councilman McNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor moved to Item #13. 13. Consider and Possible Action Regarding Budget Amendments to the FY 1999/2000 Budget as Presented by Bill Spore. Councilman Higgs moved to accept the amended budget as presented by the auditor for FY 1999/2000. Councilman McNeill seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 14. Consider and Possible Auction Regarding Approval of Lite Fiscal Year 1999/2000 Audit as Presented by Bill Spore. Councilman Ervin moved to approve the audit. Councilman Garza seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 15. Consider and Possible AcYvon on Appointment of Auditor for Fiscal Year 2000/2001. Councilman McNeill moved to appoint Mr. Bill Spore as auditor. councilman Higgs seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor moved to Item #lfl. 11. Consider and Possib➢e Action Regarding the Application Agreement between GSA and the City of Sanger to Render Services for the TDHCA Grant Application. City Secretary indicated this is the same application we applied for last year; however, we did not get funded. We are asking to reapply for the same grant. This is for rehabilitation and reconstruction of old homes. Councilman McNeill asked if the City would be responsible for anything. Mike Walthall indicated there would become In -Find Services and Cash contributions toward the project. The city would waive some tap fees, inspection fees, and permit fees. Councilman McNeill asked if it would only be $2,000 in funds from the City. Mike Walthall indicatted that is what was done last year. The state will be doing inspections. The city 6;1ould act like a bank to the home owners who would qualify for assistance through thi;; program. The funds would be a 0%interest loan to the home owners for five years. Once they lived in the home for the five year period, the loan would then be paid. City Secretary indicated this was just the agreement to contract GSA for the administration of this grant. i Discussion regarding dirt work. 12. Con sider and Possible Action on Awarding Bid on Bacichoe for Water Department. ecreta indicated only one bid was received. It was from Future Equipment for C►ty S rY $64,885.00. Discussion regarding t:he Backhoe they currently have. Councilman Higgs moved to accept the bid. Councilman Ervin seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 5, Any Other Such Matters. a) City Manager indicated Wednesday afternoon lie, Eddie Branham, and the City Engineer will fly up North to look at how pump stations are built. b) Councilman Higgs indicated they should have a workshop with the Planning and Zoning to discuss the zoning ordinances. (,, Meeting Adjourned. \4 �'�, � ATT T. ����°�`�,�, � � '�,�, Mayor mmy Kincaid ° ''s. ;a Rosalie Chav , �ity`� ,� etai`y e � ,_ , . � j+� 4,a be. � H �. deXPi)168�1S91A�1;