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Home My WebLink About05-21-07 TC MinMINUTES OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS TOWN HALL MEETING MAY 219 2007 1. CALL TO ORDER. Mayor Bradley called the Town Hall meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 2. PRESENTATION GIVEN BY DR. JOHN BAEN, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS, REGARDING GAS WELL DRILLING. Mayor Scott Bradley introduced Dr. John Baen, Professor of Real Estate, University of North Texas College of Business. Dr. John Baen addressed the audience regarding gas well drilling. 3. QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION. Dr. John Baen addressed questions from the audience. 4. ADJOURNMENT. Mayor Scott Bradley expressed his appreciatio.i to those in attendance and adjourned the Town Hall meeting at 8:46 p.m. APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN ON JUNE 11, 2007. ATTEST: i '�inx'SutteF MMIC, Town Secretary i Scott Bradley, Mayor MINUTES OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING MAY 21, 2007 PRESENT: Mayor Scott Bradley and Alden -nen Buddy Brown, Larry Corson, Fred Held. Don Redding, and Bob Timmerman, and Alderwoman-elect April Gallagher. ABSENT: Alderman -elect Pete Steger. OTHERS PRESENT: Town Manager Trent Petty, Town Secretary Kim Sutter, Facilities and Recreation Director Troy Meyer, Public Works Superintendent Jarrod Greenwood, DPS Director Don Wilson, Executive Assistant Ginger Awtry, Finance Manager Debbie Piper, and Building Official Eddie Edwards. 1. CALL TO ORDER. Mayor Bradlev called the meeting to order at 5:313 p.m. 2. CITIZENS' PRESENTATIONS. David Brown, former publisher and editor of The Wes/lake First News, expressed his appreciation to the Board and Town staff for their commitment to the Town and stated that Westlake is an example of good city government. Mayor Bradley added that Mr. Brown was an integral part in Westlake's survival as a town. 3. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A PRIVATE WATER WELL TO BE LOCATED ON 2255 KING FISHER DRIVE IN THE VAQUERO PHASE 2 ADDITION; LOT 7; BLK B. Mayor Bradley introduced the item and opened the public hearing. Town of Westlake Board of Aldermen Special Meeting May 21, 2007 Page 2 of 6 There being no one requesting to speak, Mayor .9radley closed the public hearing and asked for a motion. MOTION: Alderman Corson made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 520, to grant a specific use permit for a private water well at 2255 King Fisher Drive in the Vaquero Phase 2 Addition. Alderman Redding seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. 4. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE REGARDING A ZONING CHANGE REQUEST TO A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH RELATED SITE PLAN FOR THE TRACTS OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: 1) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr 7A2 & Tr 7A5 BEING APPROXIMATELY 13.72 ACRES OF LAND AT 1280 DOVE ROAD, CURRENTLY ZONED OFFICE PARK; 2) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr l B03 BEING APPROXIMATELY .94 ACRES OF LAND AT 2650 SAM SCHOOL ROAD, CURRENTLY ZONED RESIDENTIAL -1 ACRE MINIMUM; 3) TW MANN, A 1107, Tr 1133 & A 1510, Tr 1131 BEING APPROXIMATELY 2.35 ACRES OF LAND AT 2698 SAM SCHOOL ROAD, CURRENTLY ZONED RESIDENTIAL -I ACRE MINIMUM; 4) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr 7A01 AND Tr 7AOIA BEING APPROXIMATELY 37.31 ACRES OF LAND AT 1400 & 1440 DOVE ROAD, CURRENTLY ZONED RESIDENTIAL -1 ACRE MINIMUM. Mayor Bradley advised that the developer has requested this item be withdrawn from the agenda for consideration at this time. Mayor Bradley further advised that the developer intends to present the plan to the Planning and Zoning Commission for reconsideration. 5. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR A PRELIMINARY PLAT BEING 54.77 ACRES, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: 1) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr 7A2 & Tr 7A5 BEING APPROXIMATELY 13.72 ACRES OF LAND AT 1280 DOVE ROAD; 2) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr 1 B03 BEING APPROXIMATELY .94 ACRES OF LAND AT 2650 SAM SCHOOL ROAD; 3) TW MANN, A 1107, Tr 1133 & A 1510, Tr 1131 BEING APPROXIMATELY 2.35 ACRES OF LAND AT 2698 SAM SCHOOL ROAD; 4) CHARLES M THROOP, A 1510, Tr 7A01 AND Tr 7AOIA BEING APPROXIMATELY 37.31 ACRES OF LAND AT 1400 & 1440 DOVE ROAD. Mayor Bradley introduced the item and asked for a motion. MOTION: Alderman Held made a motion to deny the application for the preliminary plat until such time that the Planning and Zoning Commission has reconsidered the zoning change case. Alderman Corson seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. Town of Westlake Board of Aldermen Special Meeting May 21, 2007 Page 3 of 6 6. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE REGARDING AN APPLICATION FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONCEPT PLAN, LOCATED AT ONE AND TWO DESTINY WAY, APPROXIMATELY BEING A 311 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND GENERALLY LOCATED IN DENTON AND TARRANT COUNTIES, TEXAS (i) SOUTH OF S.H.114, (ii) WEST OF PRECINCT LINE ROAD, AND (iii) NORTH OF DOVE ROAD, DESCRIBED AS PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 2 AND KNOWN AS FIDELITY. Mayor Bradley opened the public hearing Ms. Fran Eichorst, Site General Manager for Fidelity Investments, Southwest Region, introduced Lisa Stewart, Director of Real Estate, Fidelity Investments. Ms. Lisa Stewart presented a brief overview of the proposed Fidelity Investments Phase 2 development to be located at Two Destiny Way. She advised that the development is similar in appearance to the Phase 1 development. Alderman Corson asked for an explanation of the off-site requirements upon completion of the Phase 1 development. Town Manager Petty advised that the agreement included the extension of a new water line along Precinct Line Road. He added that Fidelity also had to enter into a number of agreements related to the future maintenance of rights-of-way and medians along Precinct Line Road. Town Manager Petty advised that the only off-site infrastructure requirement in this agreement would require participation for a new water line should the Town be successful in securing a second water source. Alderman Corson inquired about the original assumption relative to the impact the development will have on traffic at Dove and Precinct Line Road during high traffic times. Town Manager Petty responded that both concept plans required a traffic impact analysis. As a result, the Town has met with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and will meet with the North Central Texas Council of Governments' Transportation Director to discuss re -prioritizing the reconstruction and realignment of the portion of Precinct Line Road from SH 114 to Dove Road. Alderman Corson asked for the time -line with regard to construction and building occupancy. Real Estate Director Lisa Stewart advised that construction is scheduled to begin in June 2007, and Fidelity expects to occupy the building by the third quarter of 2009. Town of Westlake Board of Aldermen Special Meeting May 21, 2007 Page 4 of 6 There being no others requesting to speak, Mayor Bradley closed the public hearing and asked for a motion. MOTION: Alderman Redding made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 523, amending the Fidelity Concept Plan adopted by Ordinance No. 306 as described by the applicant. Alderman Held seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. 7. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE REGARDING A PRELIMINARY PLAT, LOCATED AT ONE AND TWO DESTINY WAY, APPROXIMATELY BEING A 311 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND GENERALLY LOCATED IN DENTON AND TARRANT COUNTIES, TEXAS (i) SOUTH OF S.H.114, (ii) WEST OF PRECINCT LINE ROAD, AND (iii) NORTH OF DOVE ROAD, DESCRIBED AS PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 2 AND KNOWN AS FIDELITY. Mayor Bradley introduced the item and asked for a motion. MOTION: Alderman Corson made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 524, approving a preliminary plat for the remainder of Planned Development District 2 established by Ordinance 306, for Fidelity, FMR Texas Limited Partnership. Alderman Brown seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. 8. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING FY 2006-07 BUDGET AMENDMENTS TO THE TOWN'S GENERAL FUND, UTILITY FUND, VISITOR'S ASSOCIATION FUND, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, PERMANENT CAPITAL MAINTENANCE FUND, 4B ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND, PROPERTY TAX REDUCTION FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUND AND DEBT SERVICE FUND. Town Manager Petty advised the Board that workshops have been held in the past to discuss budget amendments; however, due to time constraints, staff has submitted the proposed amendments for the Board's review and action at this time. Mr. Petty, advised that a workshop can be scheduled if that is the desire of the Board. MOTION: Alderman Timmerman made a motion to approve Resolution No. 07-33, approving FY 2006-07 budget amendments. Alderman Held seconded the motion. Alderman Corson expressed his appreciation to staff and stated that the results are a sign of good cash management and the variances are acceptable. Aldermen Held and Brown commended the Town staff for their efforts. VOTE ON MOTION: The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. Town of Westlake Board of Aldermen Special Meeting May 21, 2007 Page 5 of 6 9. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE CANVASSING THE RETURNS AND DECLARINGTHE RESULTS OF THE GENERAL ELECTION HELD ON MAY 129 2007, FOR THE ELECTION OF THREE (3) ALDERMEN, AND THE SPECIAL ELECTIONS HELD ON MAY 12, 2007, FOR THE ELECTION OF TWO (2) ALDERMEN TO UNEXPIRED TERMS; ORDERING A SECOND ELECTION TO BE HELD JUNE 169 2007, TO RESOLVE THE TIE VOTE AND ELECT AN ALDERMAN TO A TERM EXPIRING MAY 2009;PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF SAID ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR EARLYVOTING; AND PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. Mayor Bradley introduced the item and asked for a motion. MOTION: Alderman Held made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 525, canvassing the results of the May 12, 2007, general and special elections and ordering a second election. Alderman Brown seconded the motion. Town Secretary Sutter stated that the early voting schedule will be posted on the Town's website. VOTE ON MOTION: The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. 10. ADMINISTER OATHS OF OFFICE AND PRESENT CERTIFICATE OF ELECTION TO THE NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS. Mayor Bradley introduced the item and asked Aldermen Redding and Timmerman and Alderwoman-elect Gallagher to come forward to take the oath of office. Town Secretary Sutter administered the Oath:, of Office to the newly elected officials. Mayor Bradley expressed his appreciation to the out -going Aldermen and recognized their great efforts in keeping the Town together ten years ago. Out -going Alderman Brown expressed his appreciation to Town Manager Petty and the Town's staff. Out -going Alderman Held expressed his appreciation to the citizens of the Town for allowing him the opportunity to serve on the Board for the past 16 years. Alderman Held read a brief statement encompassing his experiences during his years of service. Alderman Redding expressed his appreciation to the out -going members. On behalf of the Town's staff, Town Manager Petty expressed his appreciation to Mr. Held and Mr. Brown for their support. professionalism, and commitment to the Town. Town of Westlake Board of Aldermen Special Meeting May 21, 2007 11. ADJOURNMENT. Page 6 of 6 There being no further business, Mayor Bradley asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. MOTION: Alderwoman Gallagher made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Timmerman seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m. APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN ON JUNE 11, 2007. ScottBradley. Mayor ATTEST: Kim -Sutter, TVIC, Town Secretary