HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-16-13 TC Agenda PacketThe Regular Meeting of the Town of Westlake Town Council will begin immediately following the conclusion
of the Town Council Workshop but not prior to the posted start time.
Mission Statement
On behalf of the citizens, the mission of the Town of Westlake is to be a one-of-a-kind community
that blends our rural atmosphere with our vibrant culture and metropolitan location.
Westlake, Texas – A Premier Knowledge Based Community
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS
Vision Points
Sense of Place; Leadership; Caring Community; Exemplary Governance; and
Service Excellence
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
September 16, 2013
WESTLAKE TOWN HALL
3 VILLAGE CIRCLE, 2ND FLOOR
WESTLAKE, TX 76262
COUNCIL CHAMBERS or MUNICIPAL CONFERENCE ROOM
Workshop Session: 5:15 p.m.
Regular Session: 6:30 p.m.
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Workshop Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE SEPTEMBER 16, 2013, TOWN
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA. (10 min)
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
a. Balance scorecard strategy mapping review. (60 min)
b. Standing Item: Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I
expansion project and enrollment projections. (10 min)
5. COUNCIL RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION
6. ADJOURNMENT
Regular Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: This is an opportunity for citizens
to address the Council on any matter whether or not it is posted on the agenda. The
Council cannot by law take action nor have any discussion or deliberations on any
presentation made to the Council at this time concerning an item not listed on the
agenda. The Council will receive the information, ask staff to review the matter, or an
item may be noticed on a future agenda for deliberation or action.
3. CONSENT AGENDA: All items listed below are considered routine by the Town Council
and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of items unless
a Council Member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from
the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence.
a. Consider approval of the minutes from the August 26, 2013, meeting.
b. Consider approval of Ordinance 709, Amending Chapter 26, Community
Development, Article II Unified Development Code, Division 2 Authority;
Administrative Procedures, Sec. 26-67(A), Planning and Zoning Commission;
Providing for the addition of an “Second Alternate Member” of the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
c. Consider approval of Resolution 13-26, Appointing a new member and
Alternate 1 and 2 members to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
d. Consider approval of Ordinance 710, Amending Chapter 2, Administration,
Article IV Records Management.
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e. Consider approval of Ordinance 711, Amending Chapter 18 Adopting 2012
Editions of the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code
(IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fuel Gas
Code (IFGC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code
(IPC), and the 2011 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), along with
amendments for each code.
f. Consider approval of Ordinance 712, Adopting Fiscal Year 2013-2018 Capital
Improvement Plan.
g. Consider approval of Ordinance 713, Adopting a Town Limit Boundary map.
4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 13-27, REGARDING THE MARRIOTT
SOLANA INCENTIVE AGREEMENT.
5. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE 714,
REVISING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2012-2013 FISCAL YEAR; ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 INCLUDING
INVESTMENT POLICY, FISCAL AND BUDGETARY POLICIES, COMMITTED AND
ASSIGNED FUND BALANCES; PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION TO THE TOWN
MANGER TO APPROVE APPROPRIATED FUNDS UP TO $25,000.
6. CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE 715, LEVYING TAXES TO
BE ASSESSED ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTIES WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF
THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE FOR THE TAX YEAR 2013 (FISCAL YEAR 2013-2014).
7. CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF RESOLUTION 13-28, APPOINTING
MEMBERS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING STEERING COMMITTEE.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council will conduct a closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code,
annotated, Chapter 551, Subchapter D for the following:
a. Section 551.071 (2) Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of
the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the is
Chapter including but are not limited to the following: Town of Westlake
Certificate of Convenience & Necessity (CCN) for water and sewer service.
b. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on
legal matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or
other legal matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or
contemplated litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the
following: Trophy Club Municipal District Number 1
c. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on
legal matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or
other legal matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or
contemplated litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the
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following: Texas Student Housing vs. Brazos County Appraisal District and
Appraisal Review Board for Brazos County Appraisal District
9. RECONVENE MEETING
10. TAKE ANY ACTION, IF NEEDED, FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS.
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Any Council member may request at a workshop and / or
Council meeting, under “Future Agenda Item Requests”, an agenda item for a future
Council meeting. The Council Member making the request will contact the Town Manager
with the requested item and the Town Manager will list it on the agenda. At the meeting,
the requesting Council Member will explain the item, the need for Council discussion of
the item, the item’s relationship to the Council’s strategic priori ties, and the amount of
estimated staff time necessary to prepare for Council discussion. If the requesting
Council Member receives a second, the Town Manager will place the item on the Council
agenda calendar allowing for adequate time for staff preparation on the agenda item.
12. COUNCIL CALENDAR
13. ADJOURNMENT
ANY ITEM ON THIS POSTED AGENDA COULD BE DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE
SESSION AS LONG AS IT IS WITHIN ONE OF THE PERMITTED CATEGORIES UNDER
SECTIONS 551.071 THROUGH 551.076 AND SECTION 551.087 OF THE TEXAS
GOVERNMENT CODE.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the above notice was posted at the Town Hall of the Town of Westlake, 3 Village Circle,
September 11, 2013, by 5:00 p.m. under the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government
Code.
_____________________________________
Kelly Edwards, TRMC, Town Secretary
If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special needs, please advise
the Town Secretary 48 hours in advance at 817-490-5710 and reasonable accommodations will be made
to assist you.
Town of Westlake
Item # 2 – Pledge of
Allegiance
Texas Pledge:
"Honor the Texas
flag; I pledge
allegiance to thee,
Texas, one state under
God, one and
indivisible."
CONSENT AGENDA: All items listed below are considered routine by the Town Council
and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of items
unless a Council Member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed
from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence.
a. Consider approval of the minutes from the August 26, 2013, meeting.
b. Consider approval of Ordinance 709, Amending Chapter 26, Community
Development, Article II Unified Development Code, Division 2 Authority;
Administrative Procedures, Sec. 26-67(A), Planning and Zoning Commission;
Providing for the addition of an “Second Alternate Member” of the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
c. Consider approval of Resolution 13-26, Appointing a new member and Alternate
1 and 2 members to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
d. Consider approval of Ordinance 710, Amending Chapter 2, Administration, Article
IV Records Management.
e. Consider approval of Ordinance 711, Amending Chapter 18 Adopting 2012
Editions of the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code
(IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fuel Gas Code
(IFGC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC),
and the 2011 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), along with amendments
for each code.
f. Consider approval of Ordinance 712, Adopting Fiscal Year 2013-2018 Capital
Improvement Plan.
g. Consider approval of Ordinance 713, Adopting a Town Limit Boundary map.
Town of Westlake
Item # 3 –
Review of Consent
Agenda Items
DISCUSSION ITEMS
a. Balance scorecard strategy mapping review. (60 min)
b. Standing Item: Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I
expansion project and enrollment projections. (10 min)
Town of Westlake
Item # 4 –
Discussion Items
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Workshop - Discussion Item
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Presentation and Discussion of the Theme Team Strategy Maps
STAFF CONTACT: Amanda DeGan, Assistant Town Manager
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: May 31, 2013 May 31, 2014
Funding: Amount - $9,000 Status- Funded Source - General Fund
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Exemplary
Governance Customer Focus CF.Promote Best Practice Policy
Governance
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On May 31, 2013, the Council met with our consultant, Gail Perry from the Balanced Scorecard
Institute, to review the strategic framework, along with our mission, vision, and values
statements. The balanced scorecard system is designed to communicate our strategy throughout
the organization/community, align our daily work activities to the overall vision, serve as the
fr amework for prioritizing services, and utilize performance measures to evaluate our successes
and opportunities. The impetus for our discussion began when staff identified the existing need
to update our current balanced scorecard system, the Strategic Issues Focused Governance
System (SIGS). It was determined that the use of a consultant and the expansion of our
discussions to include the Council in the initial planning processes would be the most effective
plan.
Upon review of the existing mission and vision statements, the Council provided the staff with
feedback and asked that we draft an updated version for review. Staff reviewed the previous
version and created a more succinct, statement that identifies our unique service provision
programs, describes our commitment to personal customer service, and outlines the financial
stewardship component which is important to our community. During the discussions, the group
also created a ‘tag line’ from the larger mission statement that would be easy to recall and serve
as a consistent reminder of our commitment to service excellence.
Proposed Mission Statement: To provide the residents and businesses of Westlake with
both municipal and educational services with the highest
level of personalized service, while ensuring that we are
accessible, efficient, cost-effective, and transparent.
Tag Line: “Providing elite services for an exceptional quality of
life.”
The vision statement still needs additional review by the Council with our previous
mission/vision statements shown below:
Existing Vision Statement: Westlake is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty
amidst an ever expanding urban landscape.
Previous Mission Statement: Westlake is a one-of-a-kind community that blends our
rural atmosphere with our vibrant culture and metropolitan
location.
The value statements were updated as follows:
• Innovation
• Educational Leaders
• Family Friendly and Welcoming
• Informed Engaged Citizens / Sense of Community
• Preservation of Our Natural Beauty
• Strong Aesthetic Standards
• Transparent / Integrity-driven Government
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Planned / Responsible Development
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A balanced scorecard is also divided into four unique perspectives that help our organization
focus on the strategy that has been aligned to the vision and mission for our community. At our
off-site meeting, Ms. Perry explained the four perspectives of the plan, which the Council
customized (updated) as:
• Citizens, Students, and Stakeholders (viewed through the eyes of our customers and
stakeholders)
• Financial Stewardship (performance, effective use of resources)
• Municipal & Academic Operations (focuses on processes that create value for the
customers and stakeholders)
• People, Facilities, & Technologies (involves, KSA’s, wo rk culture, innovation,
leadership, governance, tools and technologies necessary to provide services, etc.)
The Council also grouped the staff identified SWOT analysis information along with the major
components of our previous strategic plan and then ranked the importance of the concepts
according to each area of concern. The final activity involved the formation of our “strategic
themes” for the municipal services. If you will recall, the Council team took these items (which
were written on colorful post-it -notes) from the SWOT and our discussion topics from the
afternoon and ‘affinity grouped’ them according to like concepts and services. The themes are
listed below long with a synopsis of the grouped topics that were written on the large post -it
notes.
• Natural Oasis One-of-a-kind community; pastoral; high quality of life;
family friendly and welcoming; maintain our small town
feel; retreat/escape; open view spaces & trails, etc.
• High Quality Planning, Planned/responsible development; thoughtful approach;
Design, and Development high standards; high quality/livability; entitlements, etc.
• Westlake Academy Exemplary education; quality school with accessible
administrators; academy staff turn-over; funding, etc.
• Exemplary Service Fiscal responsibility; low property tax rate; transparency;
and Governance integrity; accessibility; service excellence, etc.
As a result of input from the Council, the staff met with Gail for a two-day retreat to build the
draft strategy maps for each theme, identify a strategic result, populate the maps with strategic
objectives and create an objective commentary document. The entire staff team members were
divided into the four themes and worked with Gail closely over the two days to identify
objectives that supported the desired strategic result and fill in the data behind the map with the
objective commentary. All of this will set the framework for a comprehensive Tier One map for
the municipal program of services and representatives from each team will be on hand at the
workshop to explain the concepts and objectives contained within each theme.
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ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Review of draft mission statement and tag line;
Future review of vision statements at the Council’s direction;
Dis cussion of draft themed strategy maps; and
Provide staff with feedback to update maps and move forward with consolidation into one
organizational wide map.
ATTACHMENTS
- Pillars – Theme Headings from May 31, 2013 discussion.
- Draft Strategy Maps for the themes of Natural Oasis; High Quality Planning, Design, and
Development; Westlake Academy; Exemplary Service and Governance
- Definitions of relevant terms
Theme Headings and Affinity Grouping
Natural Oasis
• Versatile – meets the needs of different types (golfers, retirees, etc.)
• High quality of life
• Preservation of Natural Beauty
• Island Imagery
• Aesthetic Appeal
• Pastoral
• Low Density / Low Population
• One-of-a-kind (unique)
• Innovation
• Impact a strong quality of life
• Family Friendly & Welcoming
• Informed Citizens & Sense of Community
• Caring Community (informed residents, small town charm…)
• Easy access to airport / city
• Maintain small town feel
• Escape / retreat from day-to-day
• Open view spaces & trails
• Natural beauty
• Beautiful oasis
• Sense of place (distinctive neighborhoods, architecturally vibrant corporate campuses…)
High Quality Planning & Development
• Planned / responsible development
• Thoughtful approach to development
• High development standards
• Entitlements & Zoning
• Complete the master planning process
• Strong aesthetic standards
• High desirability & Land values
• High quality / livability
• High quality aesthetics / visual appearance of developments
Westlake Academy
• Quality school with accessible administrators
• Exemplary education
• Funding of Westlake Academy
• Educational Leaders
• Academy staff turnover
• Academic services – charter school
Exemplary Service & Governance
• Limited pool for civic leadership
• Fiscal responsibility
• Transparent government
• Low property tax rate
• Effective communication
• Stakeholders need different modes of communication
• Vulnerable to changes
• Exemplary governance (town officials exhibit respect, stewardship…)
• Leadership (Premier place to live, leadership, public education…)
• Integrity
• Municipal services
• Professional accessible & reliable staff
• Highest level of personalized services
• High quality service
• Service excellence (public service that is responsive & professional…)
• Accessibility
• Accessibility to services & staff
• Staff (knowledge, innovation)
Identified after affinity grouping
• Continue recognition for budget preparations
• All boards & commissions will have no vacancies
• All citizens have ready access to important information relevant to important decisions
• Delivery of town services will be widely recognized as exemplary.
• Town will continue to participate on BSC process & report on it regularly
• Comprehensive plan will be current & maintained
Natural Oasis
Financial
Stewardship
Citizen, Student &
Stakeholder
Municipal &
Academic
Operations
People,
Facilities &
Technology
Increase Employee Education
Enhance Tax Base
Improve Urban Planning Capacity
Improve Community’s Environmental Stewardship & Awareness
Encourage Development that Promotes Westlake Unique Sense of Place
Preserve & Maintain Quality of Life
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High Quality Planning, Design & Development
Financial
Stewardship
Citizen,
Student &
Stakeholder
Municipal &
Academic
Operations
People,
Facilities &
Technology
Recruit & Retain the Highest Quality Workforce
Increase Financial Capacity / Reserves & Revenue Streams
Enhance Technology & Resources
Maximize Efficiencies & Quality thru Innovation
Increase Communication & Understanding of Standards to Community
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Increase Awareness of Existing Ordinances, Standards & Quality for Staff
Preserve Desirability & Improve CSS Satisfaction
Exemplary Education – Westlake Academy
Financial
Stewardship
Citizen,
Student &
Stakeholder
Municipal &
Academic
Operations
People,
Facilities &
Technology
Improve Knowledge Skills & Abilities of WA Staff
Increase Access to Funding
Improve Stakeholder Satisfaction
Increase Teacher Satisfaction
Improve Communications
Strengthen Student Performance
Optimize Student Potential
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Improve Recruitment
Increase Student Competiveness (College)
Improve School Image
Exemplary Service & Governance
Financial
Stewardship
Citizen, Student &
Stakeholder
Municipal &
Academic
Operations
People,
Facilities &
Technology
Improve Technology, Facilities & Equipment
Improve Fiscal Responsibility
Increase CSS Engagement
Improve Knowledge & Skills
Increase Accessibility of Government
Improve Service Delivery
Increase CSS Satisfaction
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Definition of Terms
Mission - Defines why an organization exists.
Perspective - is a view of an organization from a specific vantage point. Four basic perspectives are used to encompass an organization’s activities.
Strategic Initiative – are programs or projects that turn strategy into operational terms and actionable items, provide an analytical underpinning for decisions, and provide a structured way to prioritize projects according to strategic impact. They answer the question “What projects must we implement to meet our objectives?”
Strategic Objective - are strategy components; continuous improvement activities that must be done to be successful; They are the building block of strategy and define the organization's strategic intent.
Strategic Objective Commentary - Captures the main essence of the team’s discussions about strategy and strategic objectives. It addresses that the objective means, what it includes and does not include or why it was selected over other options. It includes a basic description, the intended result of the objective, candidate performance measures, and candidate strategic initiatives.
Strategic Result – are the desired outcome for the main focus areas of the business. Each Strategic Theme has a corresponding Strategic Result.
Strategy Map – displays the cause-effect relationships among the objectives that make up a strategy. A good map tells a story of how value is created for the organization.
Vision – a statement of an organization’s picture of future success; where it wants to be in the future.
Standing agenda item during the construction project
b. Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I expansion project and
enrollment projections. (10 min)
Town of Westlake
Item # 4 – No
Supporting
documentation
COUNCIL RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION
Town of Westlake
Item #5
Council Recap /
Staff Direction
Town of Westlake
Item # 6 –
Workshop
Adjournment
Back up material has not
been provided for this item.
CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: This is an opportunity for citizens to
address the Council on any matter whether or not it is posted on the agenda. The Council
cannot by law take action nor have any discussion or deliberations on any presentation made to
the Council at this time concerning an item not listed on the agenda. The Council will receive
the information, ask staff to review the matter, or an item may be noticed on a future agenda
for deliberation or action.
Town of Westlake
Item # 2 – Citizen’s
Presentations and
recognitions
a. Consider approval of the minutes from the August 26, 2013, meeting.
b. Consider approval of Ordinance 709, Amending Chapter 26, Community
Development, Article II Unified Development Code, Division 2 Authority;
Administrative Procedures, Sec. 26-67(A), Planning and Zoning Commission;
Providing for the addition of an “Second Alternate Member” of the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
c. Consider approval of Resolution 13-26, Appointing a new member and Alternate
1 and 2 members to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
d. Consider approval of Ordinance 710, Amending Chapter 2, Administration, Article
IV Records Management.
e. Consider approval of Ordinance 711, Amending Chapter 18 Adopting 2012
Editions of the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code
(IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fuel Gas Code
(IFGC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC),
and the 2011 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), along with amendments
for each code.
f. Consider approval of Ordinance 712, Adopting Fiscal Year 2013-2018 Capital
Improvement Plan.
g. Consider approval of Ordinance 713, Adopting a Town Limit Boundary map.
Town of Westlake
Item # 3 –
Discussion of
Consent items
Town Council Minutes
08/26/13
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MINUTES OF THE
TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
August 26, 2013
PRESENT: Mayor Laura Wheat and Council Members, Michael Barrett, Carol Langdon,
Wayne Stoltenberg and Rick Rennhack.
ABSENT: Council Member Clif Cox
OTHERS PRESENT: Town Manager Tom Brymer, Town Secretary Kelly Edwards,
Assistant to the Town Manager Amanda DeGan, Town Attorney
Stan Lowry, Finance Director Debbie Piper, Assistant to the Town
Manager Ben Nibarger, Planning and Development Director Eddie
Edwards, Facilities and Recreation Director Troy Meyer, Fire Chief
Richard Whitten, Director of Public Works Jarrod Greenwood,
Communications & Community Affairs Director Ginger Awtry,
Public Works Director Jarrod Greenwood, Information Technology
Director Jason Power, Human Resources and Administration
Services Director Todd Wood and Special Projects Coordinator,
John Zagurski.
Workshop Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wheat called the workshop to order at 5:32 p.m.
2. REVIEW OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE AUGUST 26, 2013, TOWN
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
No additional discussion.
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08/26/13
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3. REPORTS
a. Staff Action item 12.3: inventory and identify availability of recommended
Emergency Operations Center components.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
a. Presentation and discussion of DirectionFinders 2013 Citizens’ Survey Final
Report.
Mr. Chris Tatham, ETC Institute, provided a presentation and overview of the
survey results.
Discussion ensued regarding the value of city tax dollars, overall priority of Public
Safety services and improving dialog regarding zoning discussions.
b. Presentation and discussion of RFP for Comprehensive Plan Update services.
Town Manager Brymer provided an overview of the request for proposal process
Staff followed to select a Planning firm.
Mr. Robin McCaffrey, Mesa Planning, provided a presentation and overview of
proposed planning services.
Discussion ensued regarding interactions with other municipalities during review
of the Highway 114 corridor, incorporating regional transportation plans, public
participation workshops, and the value of the plan.
c. Continued discussion of the FY 2013/2014 Municipal Services Budget.
Finance Director Piper provided an overview and presentation regarding
additional revisions to the proposed budget.
d. Continued discussion, from the June 17, 2013 meeting, of applications for annual
board and commission appointments.
Discussion ensued regarding current applicants, meeting with the Historical
Preservation Society, the nominating and recruiting process and amending the
Planning and Zoning Commission ordinance to allow for 2 alternates members.
Mayor recessed the workshop at 7:35 p.m., to convene the regular meeting.
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e. Standing Item: Update and discussion regarding Westlake Academy Phase I
expansion project and enrollment projections (Amendment to Steele & Freeman
original contract for Phase I – Parts A & B).
5. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council did not convened into executive session.
The Council will conduct a closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code,
annotated, Chapter 551, Subchapter D for the following:
a. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on
legal matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or
other legal matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or
contemplated litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the
following: Westlake Academy Facility Expansion
b. Section 551.071 (2) Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of
the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the is
Chapter including but are not limited to the following: Town of Westlake
Certificate of Convenience & Necessity (CCN) for water and sewer service.
c. Section 551.074(a)(1): Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters – to deliberate
the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, of a public
officer or employee: Town Manager
6. RECONVENE MEETING
7. TAKE ANY ACTION, IF NEEDED, FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS.
8. COUNCIL RECAP / STAFF DIRECTION
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Wheat adjourned the workshop at 7:42 p.m.
Regular Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor convened the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
2. CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
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Mary Jean, Atmos, contributed approximately $1200 for the Fire and EMS training videos
which will also assist with public educational training.
David Brod, Deloitte University, contributed approximately $10,000 to purchase a live fire
extinguisher training system.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Consider approval of the minutes from the June 17, 2013, meeting.
b. Consider approval of the minutes from the August 9, 2013, meeting.
c. Consider approval of Resolution 13-22A, Appointing and Reappointing
Affiliate Board Members.
d. Consider approval of Resolution 13-23A, Approving a renewal of the Keller
Police services contract
e. Consider approval of Ordinance 707 – Amending the Town of Westlake Code Of
Ordinances, Chapter 26, Community Development, Section 26-68; To allow the
Mayor to Sit as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Adjustments
f. Consider approval of Ordinance 708 – Adding an Ordinance to Implement and
Enforce the Texas State Rule on Locally Enforced Motor Vehicle Idling Limitations
and to Approve a Memorandum of Agreement with the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality to Enforce this Rule Locally
MOTION: Council Member Langdon made a motion to approve the consent
agenda. Council Member Stoltenberg seconded the motion. The
motion carried by a vote of 4-0.
Mayor Wheat closed the workshop at 7:42 p.m., and recessed the meeting regular
meeting at 7:45 p.m.
The Council convened into Executive Session at 8:00 p.m., pursuant to Section
551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on legal matters
involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or other legal matters
not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or contemplated litigation and
settlement offers include but are not limited to the following: Westlake Academy
Facility Expansion
Mayor Wheat reconvened the regular session at 8:15 p.m.
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08/26/13
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4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 13-24A AMENDING THE ORIGINAL
CONTRACT WITH STEELE & FREEMAN, INC., APPROVED ON JUNE 17, 2013, FOR
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SERVICES ESTABLISHING A GUARANTEED
MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) OF $8,578,694, WHICH INCLUDES AN AMENDMENT TO
PART A AND ADDING PART B TO PHASE ONE OF THE WESTLAKE ACADEMY
CAMPUS EXPANSION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE TOWN STAFF TO MAKE
FUNDING CHANGES NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.00 ON THIS PROJECT.
Assistant to the Town Manager Nibarger provide a presentation and overview of the propose
construction and cost.
MOTION: Council Member Rennhack made a motion to approve Resolution
13-24A establishing a GMP price of $8,542,930.00. Council
Member Barrett seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote
of 4-0.
5. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 13-25A, AUTHORIZING THE TOWN
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH MESA PLANNING FOR THE
TOWN’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REVIEW AND UPDATE.
Town Manager Brymer provided an overview of the proposal and selection process.
Discussion ensued regarding the opportunities for public involvement in the process and
the firm’s experience.
MOTION: Council Member Stoltenberg made a motion to approve Resolution
13-25A. Council Member Langdon seconded the motion. The
motion carried by a vote of 4-0.
Mayor Wheat then ask for a motion regarding discussion pursuant to 551.071(2)
Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on legal matters involving pending
or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or other legal matters not related directly to
litigation or settlement. Pending or contemplated litigation and settlement offers include
but are not limited to the following: Westlake Academy Facility Expansion
MOTION: Council Member Barrett to approve the settlement with Benner
Bennett and Pettit subject to review to a final review and approval
of the Town Manager and Town Attorney. Council Member
Rennhack seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote
of 4-0.
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6. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council convened into executive session at 8:37 p.m.
The Council will conduct a closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code,
annotated, Chapter 551, Subchapter D for the following:
a. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on legal
matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or other legal
matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or contemplated
litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the following: Westlake
Academy Facility Expansion
b. Section 551.071 (2) Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the
attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the is Chapter
including but are not limited to the following: Town of Westlake Certificate of
Convenience & Necessity (CCN) for water and sewer service.
c. Section 551.074(a)(1): Deliberation Regarding Personnel Matters – to deliberate the
appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, of a public officer or
employee: Town Manager
7. RECONVENE MEETING
Mayor Wheat reconvened the meeting at 9:31 p.m.
8. TAKE ANY ACTION, IF NEEDED, FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
- None
10. COUNCIL CALENDAR
Town Council Minutes
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11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, Mayor Wheat asked for a motion to
adjourn the meeting.
MOTION: Council Member Langdon made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Council Member Stoltenberg seconded the motion. The motion
carried by a vote of 4-0.
Mayor Wheat adjourned the meeting at 9:32 p.m.
APPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2013.
ATTEST: _____________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
_____________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Amending the Code of Ordinances to add a Second Alternate Member to
the Planning and Zoning Commission.
STAFF CONTACT: Eddie Edwards, Director of Planning and Development
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: September 16, 2013 September 16, 2013
Funding: Amount - None. Status- N/A Source- N/A
.
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Exemplary
Governance
Operational
Processes
CF.Promote Community Health,
Safety & Welfare
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
Page 2 of 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approve an amendment to the Code of Ordinances, adding a second alternate member to the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Due to commissioners travel habits, and their occasional
need to abstain from a hearing, it is recommended that we add a second alternate member to
avoid potential postponements of meetings due to lack of a quorum.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance XXX
Ordinance 709
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 709
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE AMENDING CHAPTER 26,
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, ARTICLE II UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE,
DIVISION 2 AUTHORITY; ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES, SEC. 26-67(A),
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR THE ADDITION OF
AN “SECOND ALTERNATE MEMBER” OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION: PROVIDING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AUTHORIZING
PUBLICATION; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, Texas is a general law Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake currently has five members on the Planning and
Zoning Commission, and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that in order to maintain predictable development
scheduling, it is important that Planning and Zoning meetings not be rescheduled due to a lack of
quorum; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the addition of an “alternate member” to the
Planning and Zoning Commission would reduce the possibility of meetings needing to be
rescheduled due to the lack of a quorum; and
WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Planning and Development Department,
the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, is of the opinion that it is in the best interests
of the town and its citizens that the amendments (Exhibit “A”) to the Code of Ordinances should
be approved and adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: All matters stated in the Recitals above are found to be true and correct
and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That Chapter 26, “Community Development” Article II “Unified
Development Code” Division 2 Authority; Administrative Procedures, Sections 26-67 of the
Town of Westlake Code of Ordinances, as amended, is hereby amended to read as follows:
Sec. 26-67. - Planning and zoning commission.
Ordinance 709
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(a) Creation and membership. There is hereby created a planning and zoning commission for the
town consisting of five regular members, each to be appointed by the Town Council for a term of
two years and removable for cause. The terms of three members shall expire in odd-numbered
years, and the terms of two members shall expire in even-numbered years. Each member shall
continue to serve until their successors are appointed and qualified. In addition to the five
regular members, two alternate members, First Alternate and Second Alternate, shall be
appointed by the Town Council for terms of two years. The alternate members shall only vote in
the absence of a regular member(s) or in place of a regular member(s) that has abstained.
Priority shall be given to the first alternate.
(b) Powers and duties. The planning and zoning commission shall have the following powers and
duties:
(1) To serve as an advisory body to the Town Council concerning adoption of or amendments to
the zoning regulations and zoning map and to make recommendations thereon;
(2) To advise the council and make recommendations concerning adoption of, or amendments to
the town's Comprehensive Plan, Thoroughfare Plan, and Open Space Plan and implementation
thereof;
(3) To oversee the town's regulations governing the platting and recording of subdivisions,
including matters pertaining to the dedication of public facilities, and to advise the board on
matters pertaining to public improvements, traffic, utility extensions and the provision of public
facilities and services, in order to implement the town's Comprehensive Plan;
(4) To undertake such actions as are necessary to exercise its delegated powers, as indicated by
adopted ordinance;
(5) To approve certain matters relating to platting and recording of subdivisions as dictated by
the town's ordinances and the UDC;
(6) To select a planning and zoning commission chair;
(7) To call public hearings to initiate zoning changes.
SECTION 3: That all provisions of the Westlake Code of Ordinances not hereby
amended shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 4: That this Ordinance shall be cumulative of all other Town Ordinances and
all other provisions of other Ordinances adopted by the Town which are inconsistent with the
terms or provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION 5: It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Town Council of the Town
of Westlake, Texas, that sections, paragraphs, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are
severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall be
declared legally invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such legal invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this Ordinance, since the same
would have been enacted by the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, without the
incorporation in this Ordinance, of any such legally invalid or unconstitutional, phrase, sentence,
paragraph or section.
Ordinance 709
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SECTION 6: This Ordinance shall take effect immediately from and after its passage as
the law in such case provides.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2013.
__________________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________ __________________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Tom Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Resolution to appoint a Second Alternate Member to the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
STAFF CONTACT: Eddie Edwards, Director of Planning and Development
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: September 16, 2013 September 16, 2013
Funding: Amount - None. Status- N/A Source- N/A
.
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Exemplary
Governance
Operational
Processes
CF.Promote Community Health,
Safety & Welfare
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
Page 2 of 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Having recently approved an amendment to the Code of Ordinances, adding a second alternate
member to the Planning and Zoning Commission, it is necessary to officially appoint a citizen to
fill the position.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of this resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
Resolution 13-26
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
RESOLUTION NO. 13-26
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS,
APPOINTING A NEW MEMBER AND SECOND ALTERNATE MEMBER TO THE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION.
WHEREAS, The Town of Westlake recently amended the Code of Ordinances to create a new
position, Second Alternate Member, of the Planning and Zoning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the meeting at which this Resolution was considered was open to the public as
required by law, and public notice of the time, place, and subject of the meeting has been given in
accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Resolution is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That, all matters stated in the Recitals hereinabove are found to be true and correct
and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That the Town Council of the Town of Westlake does hereby appoint the
following individual to serve as the Second Alternate member of the Planning and Zoning Commission
for the term noted below:
New member: Alesa Belvedere - term expiring June 2014
Second Alternate Member: Ryan Gr oce - term expiring September 2015.
SECTION 3: If any portion of this Resolution shall, for any reason, be declared invalid by any
court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions hereof and the
Council hereby determines that it would have adopted t his Resolution without the invalid provision.
Resolution 13-26
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SECTION 4: That this resolution shall become effective from and after its date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2013.
___________________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
______________________________________ __________________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting Continued from the meeting on June 17, 2013
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consider approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 Administration,
Article VI Records Management, Sections 2-201 through 2-209.
STAFF CONTACT: Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: 09/16/2013 09/16/2013
Funding: Amount - $0.00 Status- Funded Source- N/A
N/A
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Exemplary
Governance
Operational
Processes
OP.Implement a Comprehensive
Continuous Quality Improvement
Process
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Council adopted Ordinance 190 fulfilling certain requirements of the Local Government Records Act of
1989, designating a Records Management Officer. As the municipality has grown each department is
responsible for the maintenance of records generated by their respective departments. This amendment
approves the current process of records management within departments and removes the Council
authorization prior to the destruction of records that have met the retention requirements.
With the implementation of Laserfiche, Records Management software, Staff is moving toward
maintaining the majority of records electronically. Laserfiche uses the State retention requirements and
audit functions to ensure electronic records are deleted as the requirements are met. Removing the prior
authorization will streamline the agenda and allow departments to delete records (paper and electronic) as
they meet the r etention periods. The Town Secretary’s office will generate and review the audit report
prior to the destruction of any records to ensure compliance with state retention requirements, pending
open records request and litigation.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
The Town Secretary’s office recommends approval of this ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance
Chapter 2
Administration
ARTICLE VI. RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Sec. 2-201. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Department head. Means the officer who by ordinance, or administrative policy is in
charge of an office of the municipality that creates or receives records.
Director and librarian means the executive and administrative officer of the Texas State
Library and Archives Commission.
Essential record means any record of the town necessary to the resumption or
continuation of its operations in an emergency or disaster, to the re-creation of its legal
and financial status, or to the protection and fulfillment of obligations to the people of
the state.
Municipal record means any document, paper, letter, book, map, photograph, sound or
video recording, microfilm, magnetic tape, electronic medium, or other information
recording medium, regardless of physical form or characteristic and regardless of
whether public access to it is open or restricted under the laws of the state, created or
received by the town or any of its officers or employees pursuant to law, including an
ordinance, or in the transaction of public business. The term does not include:
(1) Extra identical copies of documents created only for convenience of reference or
research by officers or employees of the town;
(2) Notes, journals, diaries, and similar documents, created by an officer or employee
of the town for the officer's or employee's personal convenience;
(3) Blank forms;
(4) Stocks of publications;
(5) Library and museum materials acquired solely for the purposes of reference or
display;
(6) Copies of documents in any media furnished to members of the public to which
they are entitled under V.T.C.A., Government Code ch. 552, or other state law;
or
(7) Any records, correspondence, notes, memoranda, or documents, other than a final
written agreement described by V.T.C.A., Government Code § 2009.054(c),
associated with a matter conducted under an alternative dispute resolution
procedure in which personnel of a state department or institution, local
government, special district, or other political subdivision of the state
participated as a party, facilitated as an impartial third party, or facilitated as the
administrator of a dispute resolution system or organization.
Permanent record means any record of the town for which the retention period on a
records control schedule is given as permanent.
Records control schedule means a document prepared by or under the authority of the
records management officer listing the records maintained by the town, their retention
periods, and other records disposition information that the records management
program may require.
Records management means the application of management techniques to the
creation, use, maintenance, retention, preservation, and disposal of records for the
purposes of reducing the costs and improving the efficiency of recordkeeping. The term
"records management" includes the development of records control schedules, the
management of filing and information retrieval systems, the protection of essential and
permanent records, the economical and space-effective storage of inactive records,
control over the creation and distribution of forms, reports, and correspondence, and
the management of micrographics and electronic and other records storage systems.
Records liaisons. Mean the persons designated under Section 2-208 of this article.
Records management officer means the person designated in section 2-204.
Records management plan means the plan developed under section 2-205.
Retention period means the minimum time that must pass after the creation,
recording, or receipt of a record, or the fulfillment of certain actions associated with a
record, before it is eligible for destruction.
(Ord. No. 190, §§ 1, 2(2)--(9), 10-10-1991)
Sec. 2-202. Records declared public property.
(a) Municipal records created or received in the transaction of official business or the
creation or maintenance of which were paid for by public funds are declared to be
public property and are subject to the provisions of this article and V.T.C.A.,
Government Code § 441.151 et seq.
(b) A town officer or employee does not have, by virtue of the officer's or employee's
position, any personal or property right to a municipal record even though the officer or
employee developed or compiled it.
(c) The unauthorized destruction, removal from files, or use of such records is
prohibited.
Sec. 2-203. Policy.
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the town to provide for efficient, economical,
and effective controls over the creation, distribution, organization, maintenance, use,
and disposition of all municipal records through a comprehensive system of integrated
procedures for their management from creation to ultimate disposition, consistent with
the requirements of the Local Government Records Act (V.T.C.A., Local Government
Sec. 2-204. Designation of records management officer.
The town secretary, and the successive holders of such office, shall serve as records
management officer for the town. As provided by state law, each successive holder of
the office shall file his/her name with the director and librarian of the Texas State
Library, within 30 days of the initial designation or of taking up the office, as applicable.
Sec. 2-205. Records management plan to be developed; approval; authority.
(a) The records management officer shall develop a records management plan for the
town for submission to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. The plan
must contain policies and procedures designed to reduce the costs and improve
the efficiency of recordkeeping, to adequately protect the essential records of the
municipality, and to properly preserve those records of the municipality that are of
historical value. The plan must be designed to enable the records management
officer to carry out his/her duties prescribed by state law and this article
effectively.
(b) The records management plan shall be binding on all offices, departments,
divisions, programs, commissions, bureaus, boards, committees, or similar entities
of the town and records shall be created, maintained, stored, microfilmed, or
disposed of in accordance with the plan.
(c) State law relating to the duties, other responsibilities, or recordkeeping
requirements of a department head do not exempt the department head or the
records in the department head's care from the application of this article and the
records management plan adopted under it and may not be used by the
department head as a basis for refusal to participate in the records management
program of the town.
Sec. 2-206. Duties of records management officer.
In addition to other duties assigned in this article or by state law, the records
management officer shall:
(1) Administer the records management program and provide assistance to
department heads in its implementation;
(2) Plan, formulate, and prescribe records disposition policies, systems, standards, and
procedures;
(3) In cooperation with department heads Iidentify essential records and establish a
disaster plan to ensure maximum availability of the records in order to reestablish
operations quickly and with minimum disruption and expense;
(4) Develop procedures to ensure the permanent preservation of the historically
valuable records of the town;
(5) Establish standards for filing and storage equipment and for recordkeeping
supplies;
(6) Study the feasibility of and, if appropriate, establish a uniform filing system and a
forms design and control system for the town;
(7) Provide records management advice and assistance to all municipal departments
by preparation of manuals of procedure and policy and on-site consultation;
(7)(8) Monitor records retention schedules and administrative rules issued by the
Texas State Library and Archives Commission to determine if the records
management program and the municipality's records control schedules are in
compliance with state regulations;
(8)(9) Disseminate to the board of aldermen town council and department heads
information concerning state laws and administrative rules relating to local
government records;
(10) Instruct record liaisons and other personnel in policies and procedures of the
records management plan and their duties in the records management program;
(11) Instruct records liaisons and other personnel in the conduct of records inventories;
(9) (12) Ensure that the maintenance, preservation, microfilming, destruction, or other
disposition of the records of the town are carried out in accordance with the
policies and procedures of the records management program and the
requirements of state law;
(10)(13) Maintain records on the volume of records destroyed under approved records
control schedules or through records destruction authorization requests, the
volume of records microfilmed or stored electronically, and the estimated cost and
space savings as the result of such disposal or disposition;
(11) Report annually to the board of aldermen on the implementation of the records
management plan, including summaries of the statistical and fiscal data compiled
under subsection (10) of this section; and
(12) (14) Bring to the attention of the board of aldermen Town Council noncompliance
with the policies and procedures of the records management program or the Local
Government Records Act.
Sec. 2-207 Duties and Responsibilities of Department Heads.
In addition to other duties assigned in this article, department heads shall:
(1) cooperate with the records management officer in carrying out the policies and
procedures established for the efficient and economical management of records
and in carrying out the requirements of this article;
(2) adequately document the transaction of government business and the services,
programs, and duties for which the department head and his or her staff are
responsible; and
(3) maintain the records in his or her care and carry out their preservation,
microfilming, electronic storage, destruction, or other disposition only in
accordance with the policies and procedures of the records management program
and the requirements of this article.
Sec. 2-208 Designation of Records Liaisons.
Each department head shall designate a member of his or her staff to serve as records
liaison officer for the implementations of the records management program in the
department. If the records management officer determines that in the best interests of
the records management program more than one records liaison officer should be
designated for a department, the department head shall designated the number of
records liaison officers specified by the records management officer. Persons
designated as records liaison officers shall be thoroughly familiar with all the records
created and maintained by the department and shall have full access to all records of
the records maintained by the department. In the event of the resignation, retirement,
dismissal, or removal by action of the department head of a person designated as a
records liaison officer, the department head shall promptly designated another person
to fill the vacancy. A department head may serve as records liaison officer for his or
her department.
Sec. 2-209 Duties and Responsibilities of Records Liaisons.
In addition to other duties assigned in the article, records liaisons shall:
(1) conduct or supervise the conduct of inventories of the records of the department
in preparation for the development of records control schedule;
(2) in cooperation with the records management officer coordinate and implement the
policies and procedures of the records management program in their departments;
and
(3) disseminate information to department staff concerning the records management
program.
Sec. 2-207210. Records control schedules to be developed; approval; filing
with state.
(a) The records management officer shall prepare records control schedules listing all
records series created or received and the retention period of each series.
Records control schedules shall also contain such other information regarding
the disposition of records as the records management plan or state law may
require.
(b) The records management officer shall review the records control schedules of the
town and prepare amendments to the schedules as needed to reflect new
records created or received by the town or revisions to retention periods
established in a records retention schedule issued by the Texas State Library
and Archives Commission. Amendments to records control schedules shall be
filed with the director and librarian in the same manner as the original
schedules.
(c) The records management officer shall submit the records control schedules to the
director and librarian, who must accept them for filing, as provided by state law,
before their implementation. If a schedule is not accepted for filing, the
schedule shall be amended to make it acceptable for filing.
Sec. 2-208211. Implementation of records control schedules; destruction of
records under schedule.
(a) A records control schedule that has been approved and adopted under section 2-
207 shall be implemented according to the policies and procedures of the
records management plan.
(b) A record whose retention period has expired on a records control schedule shall be
destroyed unless an open records request is pending on the record, the subject
matter of the record is pertinent to a pending law suit, or there is a request in
writing to the records management officer that the record be retained for an
additional period.
(c) Prior to the destruction of a record under an approved records control schedule,
authorization for the destruction must be obtained by the records management
officer from the board of aldermen.
Sec. 2-209212. Destruction of unscheduled records.
A record that has not yet been listed on an approved records control schedule may be
destroyed if its destruction has been approved in the same manner as a record
destroyed under an approved schedule and the records management officer has
submitted to and received back from the director and librarian an approved destruction
authorization request.
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 710
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE AMENDING CHAPTER 2
ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE VI RECORDS MANAGEMENT, SECTIONS 2-201
THROUGH 2-209; PROVIDING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, Texas is a general law Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council adopted Ordinance 190 fulfilling certain requirements of the
Local Government Records Act of 1989, designating a Records Management Officer, defining
municipal records, duties and adopted retention schedules set forth by the Texas State Library and
Archive Commissions; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 190 designated the Records Management Officer as the Town
Secretary; and
WHEREAS , municipal records are created by all departments and due to the increase of the
amount of records created municipalities have designated Department Heads as Records Liaisons
responsible for records created by their respective departments; and
WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Town Secretary’s Office the Town Council of
the Town of Westlake, Texas, is of the opinion that it is in the best interests of the town and its citizens
that the amendments should be approved and adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That all matters stated in the preamble are found to be true and correct and are
incorporated herein as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That Chapter 2, Administration Article VI, Sections 2-201 through 2-209 of the
Town of Westlake Code of Ordinances, as amended, is hereby amended as follows.
Chapter 2
Administration
ARTICLE VI. RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Sec. 2-201. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases when used in this article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different
meaning:
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Department head. Means the officer who by ordinance, or administrative policy is in charge
of an office of the municipality that creates or receives records.
Director and librarian means the executive and administrative officer of the Texas State
Library and Archives Commission.
Essential record means any record of the town necessary to the resumption or continuation of
its operations in an emergency or disaster, to the re-creation of its legal and financial status, or
to the protection and fulfillment of obligations to the people of the state.
Municipal record means any document, paper, letter, book, map, photograph, sound or video
recording, microfilm, magnetic tape, electronic medium, or other information recording
medium, regardless of physical form or characteristic and regardless of whether public access
to it is open or restricted under the laws of the state, created or received by the town or any of
its officers or employees pursuant to law, including an ordinance, or in the transaction of
public business. The term does not include:
(1) Extra identical copies of documents created only for convenience of reference or research
by officers or employees of the town;
(2) Notes, journals, diaries, and similar documents, created by an officer or employee of the
town for the officer's or employee's personal convenience;
(3) Blank forms;
(4) Stocks of publications;
(5) Library and museum materials acquired solely for the purposes of reference or display;
(6) Copies of documents in any media furnished to members of the public to which they are
entitled under V.T.C.A., Government Code ch. 552, or other state law; or
(7) Any records, correspondence, notes, memoranda, or documents, other than a final written
agreement described by V.T.C.A., Government Code § 2009.054(c), associated with
a matter conducted under an alternative dispute resolution procedure in which
personnel of a state department or institution, local government, special district, or
other political subdivision of the state participated as a party, facilitated as an
impartial third party, or facilitated as the administrator of a dispute resolution system
or organization.
Permanent record means any record of the town for which the retention period on a records
control schedule is given as permanent.
Records control schedule means a document prepared by or under the authority of the records
management officer listing the records maintained by the town, their retention periods, and
other records disposition information that the records management program may require.
Records management means the application of management techniques to the creation, use,
maintenance, retention, preservation, and disposal of records for the purposes of reducing the
costs and improving the efficiency of recordkeeping. The term "records management"
includes the development of records control schedules, the management of filing and
information retrieval systems, the protection of essential and permanent records, the
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economical and space-effective storage of inactive records, control over the creation and
distribution of forms, reports, and correspondence, and the management of micrographics and
electronic and other records storage systems.
Records liaisons. Mean the persons designated under Section 2-208 of this article.
Records management officer means the person designated in section 2-204.
Records management plan means the plan developed under section 2-205.
Retention period means the minimum time that must pass after the creation, recording, or
receipt of a record, or the fulfillment of certain actions associated with a record, before it is
eligible for destruction.
(Ord. No. 190, §§ 1, 2(2)--(9), 10-10-1991)
Sec. 2-202. Records declared public property.
(a) Municipal records created or received in the transaction of official business or the
creation or maintenance of which were paid for by public funds are declared to be public
property and are subject to the provisions of this article and V.T.C.A., Government Code §
441.151 et seq.
(b) A town officer or employee does not have, by virtue of the officer's or employee's
position, any personal or property right to a municipal record even though the officer or
employee developed or compiled it.
(c) The unauthorized destruction, removal from files, or use of such records is prohibited.
Sec. 2-203. Policy.
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the town to provide for efficient, economical, and
effective controls over the creation, distribution, organization, maintenance, use, and
disposition of all municipal records through a comprehensive system of integrated procedures
for their management from creation to ultimate disposition, consistent with the requirements
of the Local Government Records Act (V.T.C.A., Local Government
Sec. 2-204. Designation of records management officer.
The town secretary, and the successive holders of such office, shall serve as records
management officer for the town. As provided by state law, each successive holder of the
office shall file his/her name with the director and librarian of the Texas State Library, within
30 days of the initial designation or of taking up the office, as applicable.
Sec. 2-205. Records management plan to be developed; approval; authority.
(a) The records management officer shall develop a records management plan for the town
for submission to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. The plan must
contain policies and procedures designed to reduce the costs and improve the efficiency
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of recordkeeping, to adequately protect the essential records of the municipality, and to
properly preserve those records of the municipality that are of historical value. The plan
must be designed to enable the records management officer to carry out his/her duties
prescribed by state law and this article effectively.
(b) The records management plan shall be binding on all offices, departments, divisions,
programs, commissions, bureaus, boards, committees, or similar entities of the town and
records shall be created, maintained, stored, microfilmed, or disposed of in accordance
with the plan.
(c) State law relating to the duties, other responsibilities, or recordkeeping requirements of a
department head do not exempt the department head or the records in the department
head's care from the application of this article and the records management plan adopted
under it and may not be used by the department head as a basis for refusal to participate
in the records management program of the town.
Sec. 2-206. Duties of records management officer.
In addition to other duties assigned in this article or by state law, the records management
officer shall:
(1) Administer the records management program and provide assistance to department heads
in its implementation;
(2) Plan, formulate, and prescribe records disposition policies, systems, standards, and
procedures;
(3) In cooperation with department heads identify essential records and establish a disaster
plan to ensure maximum availability of the records in order to reestablish operations
quickly and with minimum disruption and expense;
(4) Develop procedures to ensure the permanent preservation of the historically valuable
records of the town;
(5) Establish standards for filing and storage equipment and for recordkeeping supplies;
(6) Study the feasibility of and, if appropriate, establish a uniform filing system and a forms
design and control system for the town;
(7) Provide records management advice and assistance to all municipal departments by
preparation of manuals of procedure and policy and on-site consultation;
(8) Monitor records retention schedules and administrative rules issued by the Texas State
Library and Archives Commission to determine if the records management program and
the municipality's records control schedules are in compliance with state regulations;
(9) Disseminate to the town council and department heads information concerning state
laws and administrative rules relating to local government records;
(10) Instruct record liaisons and other personnel in policies and procedures of the records
management plan and their duties in the records management program;
(11) Instruct records liaisons and other personnel in the conduct of records inventories;
(12) Ensure that the maintenance, preservation, microfilming, destruction, or other
disposition of the records of the town are carried out in accordance with the policies and
procedures of the records management program and the requirements of state law;
(13) Maintain records on the volume of records destroyed under approved records control
schedules or through records destruction authorization requests, the volume of records
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microfilmed or stored electronically, and the estimated cost and space savings as the
result of such disposal or disposition;
(14) Bring to the attention of the Town Council noncompliance with the policies and
procedures of the records management program or the Local Government Records Act.
Sec. 2-207 Duties and Responsibilities of Department Heads.
In addition to other duties assigned in this article, department heads shall:
(1) cooperate with the records management officer in carrying out the policies and
procedures established for the efficient and economical management of records and in
carrying out the requirements of this article;
(2) adequately document the transaction of government business and the services, programs,
and duties for which the department head and his or her staff are responsible; and
(3) maintain the records in his or her care and carry out their preservation, microfilming,
electronic storage, destruction, or other disposition only in accordance with the policies
and procedures of the records management program and the requirements of this article.
Sec. 2-208 Designation of Records Liaisons.
Each department head shall designate a member of his or her staff to serve as records liaison
offic er for the implementations of the records management program in the department. If the
records management officer determines that in the best interests of the records management
program more than one records liaison officer should be designated for a department, the
department head shall designated the number of records liaison officers specified by the
records management officer. Persons designated as records liaison officers shall be
thoroughly familiar with all the records created and maintained by the department and shall
have full access to all records of the records maintained by the department. In the event of the
resignation, retirement, dismissal, or removal by action of the department head of a person
designated as a records liaison officer, the department head shall promptly designated another
person to fill the vacancy. A department head may serve as records liaison officer for his or
her department.
Sec. 2-209 Duties and Responsibilities of Records Liaisons.
In addition to other duties ass igned in the article, records liaisons shall:
(1) conduct or supervise the conduct of inventories of the records of the department in
preparation for the development of records control schedule;
(2) in cooperation with the records management officer coordinate and implement the
policies and procedures of the records management program in their departments; and
(3) disseminate information to department staff concerning the records management
program.
Sec. 2-210. Records control schedules to be developed; approval; filing with state.
(a) The records management officer shall prepare records control schedules listing all
records series created or received and the retention period of each series. Records
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control schedules shall also contain such other information regarding the disposition
of records as the records management plan or state law may require.
(b) The records management officer shall review the records control schedules of the town
and prepare amendments to the schedules as needed to reflect new records created or
received by the town or revisions to retention periods established in a records
retention schedule issued by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
Amendments to records control schedules shall be filed with the director and librarian
in the same manner as the original schedules.
(c) The records management officer shall submit the records control schedules to the director
and librarian, who must accept them for filing, as provided by state law, before their
implementatio n. If a schedule is not accepted for filing, the schedule shall be
amended to make it acceptable for filing.
Sec. 2-211. Implementation of records control schedules; destruction of records under
schedule.
(a) A records control schedule that has been approved and adopted under section 2-207 shall
be implemented according to the policies and procedures of the records management
plan.
(b) A record whose retention period has expired on a records control schedule shall be
destroyed unless an open records request is pending on the record, the subject matter
of the record is pertinent to a pending law suit, or there is a request in writing to the
records management officer that the record be retained for an additional period.
(c) Prior to the destruction of a record under an approved records control schedule,
authorization for the destruction must be obtained by the records management officer.
Sec. 2-212. Destruction of unscheduled records.
A record that has not yet been listed on an approved records control schedule may be
destroyed if its destruction has been approved in the same manner as a record destroyed under
an approved schedule and the records management officer has submitted to and received back
from the director and librarian an approved destruction authorization request.
SECTION 3: That this Ordinance shall be cumulative of all other Town Ordinances and all
other provisions of other Ordinances adopted by the Town which are inconsistent with the terms or
provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4: It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Town Council of the Town of
Westlake, Texas, that sections, paragraphs, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are severable, and if
any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall be declared legally invalid or
unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such legal
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences,
paragraphs or sections of this Ordinance since the same would have been enacted by the Town
Council of the Town of Westlake without the incorporation in this Ordinance of any such legally
invalid or unconstitutional, phrase, sentence, paragraph or section.
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SECTION 5: This ordinance shall take effect immediately from and after its passage as the
law in such case provides.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
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ATTEST: Laura Wheat, Mayor
____________________________ ______________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consider an ordinance adopting 2012 Editions of the International
Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC),
International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code
(IPC), and the 2011 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), along
with a mendments for each code.
STAFF CONTACT: Eddie Edwards, Director of Planning and Development
DECISION POINTS
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Timeframe: September 16, 2013 September 16, 2013
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Town of Westlake is currently under the 2006 International Codes as amended. Every three
years, the International Code Congress addresses code issues and proposes updates. Part of the
update process involves input from various organizations – both public and private – as well as
comments from experts in their respected fields and from the public. Once the code is updated
and published, local governments review, amend, and adopt the code. In the North Texas
Region this is taken a step further by the North Central Texas Council of Governments
(NCTCOG) which coordinates committees of local officials and industry professionals who
review the code and recommend regional amendments.
The amendments being proposed with this code are a combination of recommendations of the
NCTCOG committees and Westlake specific amendments to address concerns related to our
unique development opportunities and concerns. Adoption of the 2012 International Codes and
the 2011 National Electrical Code will benefit the Town in several ways. The Building Code
Effectiveness Grading Schedule, issued by the Insurance Services Office as an insurance
underwriting tool, is greatly impacted by the timely adoption of the latest editions of the codes,
and Westlake currently has a Grading Classification of 4 for residential and 3 for commercial,
the highest of any municipality its size and equal to or better than any of our neighboring cities.
From a practical standpoint, the adoption of codes and amendments that are similar to those
adopted by neighboring cities helps contractors by allowing consistency in the design,
estimation, and installation phases of development, and allows training for continuing education
to be focused on the same editions of the codes.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance XXX
Exhibit A – Amendments to the published codes.
Amendment Summary
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Town of Westlake Amendments
2012 International Construction Codes and
2011 National Electrical Code
Town of Westlake
Amendments to the
2012 International Building Code
(An option B Jurisdiction)
Recommended Amendments to the
2012 International Building Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments Region
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Building Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IBC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from IBC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk (***) identifies a new or revised
amendment with the 2012 code.
Explanation of Options A and B:
Please note that as there is a wide range in fire fighting philosophies / capabilities of cities across the
region, OPTION “A” and OPTION “B” are provided in the Fire and Building Code amendments.
Jurisdictions should choose one or the other based on their fire fighting philosophies / capabilities
when adopting code amendments.
Local Amendments note.
1. All buildings are required to be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system. See the Westlake
Fire Code and amendments for provisions, and exceptions, relating to the requirements for the
installation of Automatic Fire Sprinkler systems.
**Section 101.4; change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.6 and referenced
elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this
code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the
referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to
reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the
Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes. The former ICC Electrical Code is now Appendix K of this code but no longer called by that name.)
**Section 101.4.7; add the following:
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101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical
systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and
appurtenances thereto.
(Reason: This was dropped when ICC quit publishing the ICC Electrical Code, but the Electrical Code still
should be referenced regardless of how it is adopted.)
** Section 103 and 103.1 amend to insert the Department Name
SECTION 103
Town of Westlake Building Inspections Department
103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Town of Westlake Building Inspections Department is
hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the Building Official.
(Reason: Reminder to be sure ordinance reads the same as designated by the city.)
***Section 104.10.1; jurisdictions may consider the option to amend or delete depending on local
enforcement and flood hazard ordinances.
(Reason: Flood hazard ordinances may be administered by other departments within the city.)
***Section 105.2; under sub-title entitled “Building” delete items 1, 2, 10 and 11 and re-number as
follows:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar
uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11 m2).
2. Fences not over 7 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. 1. (Unchanged)
4. 2. (Unchanged)
5. 3. (Unchanged)
6. 4. (Unchanged)
7. 5. (Unchanged)
8. 6. (Unchanged)
9. 7. (Unchanged)
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service
systems.
11. 8. (Unchanged)
12. 9. (Unchanged)
13. 10. (Unchanged)
(Reason: Items deleted are for one- and two-family dwellings regulated by the International Residential
Code. Accessory structures, fences and shade cloth structures would require a permit for commercial
properties to ensure compliance with local ordinance, egress, accessibility, flame spread of fabric,
wind/snow design load, etc.).
**Section 109; add Section 109.7 to read as follows:
109.7 Re-inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted;
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3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red-tagged twice for the same item;
6. The original red tag has been removed from the job site.
7. Failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree protection.
Any re-inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that job site.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and trips when
inspections are called for when not ready.)
**Section 109; add Section 109.8, 109.8.1, 109.8.2 and 109.9 to read as follows:
109.8 Work without a permit.
109.8.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been
commenced without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit
may be issued for such work.
109.8.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a
permit is subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee
required by this code or the city fee schedule as applicable. The payment of such investigation fee
shall not exempt the applicant from compliance with all other provisions of either this code or the
technical codes nor from penalty prescribed by law.
109.9 Unauthorized cover up fee. Any work concealed without first obtaining the required inspection in
violation of Section 110 shall be assessed a fee as established by the city fee schedule.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and to remove incentive
to attempt to evade permits and code compliance. Text taken from former Uniform Administrative Code.)
***Section 202; add definition of Assisting Living Facilities to read as follows.
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-hour basis, who
because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential environment which
provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation
without physical assistance from st aff.
(Reason: The code references Assisted Living facilities and definition was deleted)
**Section 202; change definition of “Atrium” as follows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting two three or more stories… {Balance remains unchanged}
(Reason: Accepted practice in the region based on legacy codes. Section 1009 permits unenclosed two
story stairways under certain circumstances.)
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 75 55 feet (22 860 mm)
(16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
(Reason: To define high-rise, as it influences sprinkler requirement thresholds based on the fire fighting
capabilities of a jurisdiction. This correction needed for Option B and C cities only as a basic definition of
High Rise is now provided.)
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***Section 303.1.3; add a sentence to read as follows:
303.1.3 Associated with Group E occupancies. A room or space used for assembly purposes that is
associated with a Group E occupancy is not considered a separate occupancy . except when applying the
assembly requirements of Chapter 10 and 11.
(Reason: To clarify that egress and accessibility requirements are applicable for assembly areas, i.e.
cafeteria, auditoriums, etc.)
**Section 304.1; add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice dating back to the legacy codes.)
**Section 403.1, Exception 3; change to read as follows:
3. Open air portions of buildings Buildings with a Group A-5 occupancy in accordance with Section
303.6.
(Reason: To clarify enclosed portions are not exempt.)
**Section 403.3, Exception; delete item 2.
(Reason: To provide adequate fire protection to enclosed areas.)
**Section 404.5; delete Exception.
(Reason: Consistent with amended atrium definition.)
**Section 406.3.2; add item 3 to read as follows:
3. A separation is not required between a Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is
entirely open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm).
(Reason: Simplifies the fire separation distance and eliminates the need to obtain opening information on
existing buildings when adding carports in existing apartment complexes. Consistent with legacy codes in
effect in region for years and no record of problems with car fires spreading to apartments as a result.)
**Section 406.8; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of motor
vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor
part replacement and other such minor repairs.
(Reason: To further clarify types of service work allowed in a repair garage, as well as to correspond with
definition in the IFC.)
**Section 506.2.2; add sentence to read as follows:
506.2.2 Open Space Limits. Such open space shall be either on the same lot or dedicated for public use
and shall be accessed from a street or approved fire lane. In order to be considered as accessible, if not
in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10-foot wide pathway meeting fire department
access from the street or approved fire lane shall be provided.
(Reason: To define what is considered accessible. Consistent with regional amendment to IFC 504.1.)
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**Section 712.1.8, change item 5 to read as follows:
5. Is not open to a corridor in Group I and R H occupancies.
(Reason: To be consistent with regionally accepted practices.)
**Section 713.14.1 Elevator Lobby. Exceptions: 4.3 change to read as follows:
***Section 713.14.1; Exception 4.3 Elevators serving floor levels over 75 55 feet (22 860 mm) (16
764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access in high rise buildings.
(Reason: This correction needed for Option B and C cities only as a basic definition of High Rise is now
provided.)
**Section 903.1.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying with
Section 904 shall be permitted in lieu of addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by
the applicable standard and, or as approved by the fire code official.
(Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection in
general. An applicant could pursue an Alternate Method request to help mitigate the reliability issues with
these alternative systems with the fire code official if so desired, or there may be circumstances in which
the fire code official is acceptable to allowing an alternate system in lieu of sprinklers, such as kitchen
hoods or paint booths. This also meets with local practices in the region.)
**Section 903.2; add the following:
[F] 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall
be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12. Automatic Sprinklers shall
not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and elevator hoistways, other than
pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances.
Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room. Signage shall be provided at the entry
doors to the elevator machine room indicating “ELEVATOR MACHINERY – NO STORAGE ALLOWED.”
(Reason: Firefighter and public safety. This amendment eliminates the shunt trip requirement of the
International Building Code Section 3006.5 for the purpose of elevator passenger and firefighter safety.
This amendment is contingent on the Building Code amendment eliminating the Exceptions to Section
3006.4, such that passive fire barriers for these areas are maintained. This also meets with local practices
in the region.)
**Section 903.2; delete the exception.
(Reason: The exception deletion is due to the fact that such telecom areas pose an undue fire risk to the
structural integrity of the building. This also meets with local practices in the region.)
**Section 903.2.9; add Section 903.2.9.3 to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.9.3 Self-service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout
all self-service storage facilities.
Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one-hour fire
barrier separation wall installed between every storage compartment.
(Reason: Fire departments are unable to inspect these commercial occupancies and are unaware of the
contents being stored. This also meets with local practices in the region.)
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***Section 903.3.1.1.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic sprinklers shall not
be required in the following rooms or areas where such ...{text unchanged}… because it is damp, of fire-
resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire
hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the
contents, when approved by the code official.
3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the
remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire-
resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.
4. In rooms or areas that are of noncombustible construction with wholly noncombustible contents.
5. Fire service access Elevator machine rooms, machinery spaces, and hoistways,other than pits
where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances.
6. {Delete.}
(Reason: Gives more direction to code official. Exception 4 deleted to provide protection where fire risks
are poorly addressed. Amendment 903.2 addresses Exception 5 above relative to the elimination of
sprinkler protection in these areas to avoid the shunt trip requirement.)
***Section 903.3.1.2.2; add the following:
[F]Section 903.3.1.2.2 Attics, Open Breezeways, and Attached Garages. Sprinkler protection is
required in attic spaces of such buildings two or more stories in height, open breezeways, and attached
garages.
(Reason: Open breezeways already require sprinkler protection in Section 1026.6, Exception 4. Attic
protection is required in accordance with existing regional practice and issues with fire exposure via soffit
vents, as well as firefighter safety. Attached garages already require sprinkler via NFPA 13R – re-
emphasis.)
**Section 903.3.1.3; add the following:
[F] 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and two-family
dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 congregate living facilities and townhouses shall be permitted to be
installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in accordance with state law.
(Reason: To allow the use of the Plumbing section of the IRC and recognize current state stipulations in
this regard.)
**Section 903.3.5 Water Supplies; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
[F] Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply
requirements of the respective standards; however, every fire protection system shall be designed with a
10 psi safety factor. Reference Section IFC 507.4 for additional design requirements.
(Reason: To define uniform safety factor.)
**Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms; add a second paragraph after the
exceptions to read as follows:
[F] Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the
sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All
control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves
shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering.
(Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC 905.9.)
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**Section 903.4.2 Alarms; add second paragraph to read as follows:
[F] The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a weatherproof horn/strobe
notification appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable to the fire
department connection.
(Reason: Fire department connections are not always located at the riser; this allows the fire department
faster access.)
**Section 905.2 Installation standard; change to read as follows:
[F] 905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and
NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum
of 40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm.
(Reason: To define manual dry standpipe supervision requirements. Helps ensure the integrity of the
standpipe system via supervision, such that open hose valves will result in a supervisory low air alarm.)
**Section 905.4, item 5; change to read as follows:
[F] 5. Where the roof has a slope less than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3-percent
slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way a hose connection shall be located to
serve the roof or at the highest landing of a stairway with stair access to the roof provided in
accordance with Section 1009.16. An additional hose connection shall be provided at the top of
the most hydraulically remote standpipe for testing purposes.
(Reason: Maintains previously adopted amendment for the following purpose. Reduced the amount of
pressure required to facilitate testing, and provides backup protection for fire fighter safety.)
**Section 905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections; add the following item 7:
[F] 7. When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be placed adjacent to all required
exits to the structure and at two hundred feet (200’) intervals along major corridors thereafter.
(Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines to the body of the fire.)
**Section 905.9 Valve supervision; add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as
follows:
[F] Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the
sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All
control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves
shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering.
(Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC 903.4.)
**Add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:
[F] 907.1.4 Design standards. All alarm systems new or replacement shall be addressable. Alarm
systems serving more than 20 smoke detectors shall be analog addressable.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion
initiated after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative
building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18 months of permit
application.
(Reason: Consistent with local practice and emerging technology. Reduces need for panel replacement in
the future.)
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**Section 907.2.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in
accordance with new Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group A occupancies having an occupant load of
300 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge. Group
A occupancies not separated from one another in accordance with Section 707.3.9 of the International
Building Code shall be considered as a single occupancy for the purposes of applying this section.
Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm
system as required for the Group E occupancy.
Exception: {unchanged.}
Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall:
1. Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less than 1 foot-candle (11 lux) at the
walking surface level, and
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions.
(Reason: Increases the requirement to be consistent with Group B requirement. Also addresses issue
found in Group A occupancies of reduced lighting levels and other A/V equipment that distracts from fire
alarm notification devices. Also reflects regional practice.)
**Section 907.2.3; change to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal utilizing an
emergency voice/alarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and
installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E educational occupancies. When
automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be
connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in
Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100' open space, all buildings,
whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered one building for alarm occupant load
consideration and interconnection of alarm systems.
(Reason: To distinguish educational from day care occupancy minimum protection requirements. Further,
to define threshold at which portable buildings are considered a separate building for the purposes of
alarm systems.)
**Section 907.2.3; add exception 1.1 to read as follows:
[F] Exceptions:
1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational and day care occupancies
with an occupant load of 30 or less when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system .
1.1. Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected
single station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 2 1/2
or less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.)
(Reason: Consistent with Texas State laws concerning day care facility requirements.)
*** Section 907.4.2 Manual fire alarm boxes to read as follows:
[F] {Text unchanged}……Sections 907.4.2.1 through 907.4.2. 6. 7
(Reason: Added number 907.4.2.7.)
***Add Section 907.4.2.7 to read as follows:
[F] 907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type.
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms. Consistent with regional requirements.)
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**Add Section 907.6.1.1 to read as follows:
[F] 907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that a failure
of any single initiating device or single open in an initiating circuit conductor will not interfere with the
normal operation of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLC) shall be installed in such a way
that a single open will not interfere with the operation of any addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and
return SLC conductors shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits
and shall have a minimum of four feet separation horizontal and one foot vertical between supply and
return circuit conductors. The initiating device circuit (IDC) from an addressable input (monitor) module
may be wired Class B, provided the distance from the addressable module to the initiating device is ten
feet or less.
(Reason: To provide uniformity in system specifications and guidance to design engineers. Improves
reliability of fire alarm devices and systems.)
**Add Section 907.6.5.3 to read as follows:
[F] 907.6.5.3 Communication requirements. All alarm systems, new or replacement, shall transmit
alarm, supervisory and trouble signals descriptively to the approved central station, remote supervisory
station or proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA 72, with the correct device designation and
location of addressable device identification. Alarms shall not be permitted to be transmitted as a General
Alarm or Zone condition.
(Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event.)
**Section 910.1; change Exception 2 to read as follows:
[F] 2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-response (ESFR)
sprinklers, automatic only manual smoke and heat vents shall not be required within these
areas. Automatic smoke and heat vents are prohibited.
(Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event.)
*** Section 910.2 Where required to read as follows:
[F] {Text unchanged}……Sections 910.2.1 and through 910.2.2 4
(Reason: Added numbers 910.2.3 and 910.2.4)
**Add subsections 910.2.3 with exceptions to read as follows:
[F] 910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows:
1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more than 15,000 square feet
(1394 m2) in single floor area.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
2. In areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3, and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers, Class
1 and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or
Class 2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity classification.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
(Reason: Provides an acceptable alternative for large storage and manufacturing occupancies, rather
than requiring interior rated exit passageways, as has been allowed for many years.)
**Add subsections 910.2.4 to read as follows:
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[F] 910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group F-1 or
S-1 occupancy where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section
1016.2.2.
(Reason: Provides an acceptable alternative for large storage and manufacturing occupancies, rather
than requiring interior rated exit passageways, as has been allowed for many years.)
**Table 910.3; Change the title of the first row of the table from “Group F-1 and S-1” to include
“Group H” and to read as follows:
Group H, F-1 and S-1
(Reason: Consistency with the amendment 910.2.3 to include Group H.)
**Add Section 912.2.3 to read as follows:
[F] 912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire
department connection as the fire hose lays along an unobstructed path.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practices.)
**Section 913.1; add second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
[F] When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room shall be provided with an
exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3 ft. in width and 6 ft. – 8 in. in height, regardless
of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this door, as required by IFC
Section 506.1.
Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an exterior
wall, the corridor leading to the fire pump room access from the exterior of the building shall be
provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the pump room, or as approved by the fire
code official. Access keys shall be provided in the key box as required by IFC Section 506.1.
(Reason: This requirement allows fire fighters safer access to the fire pump room. The requirement
allows access without being required to enter the building and locate the fire pump room interior access
door during a fire event. The exception recognizes that this will not always be a feasible design scenario
for some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative to protect the pathway to the fire
pump room.)
**Section 1007.1; add the following Exception 4:
Exceptions:
{previous exceptions unchanged}
4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans, including
any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the
requirements of Section 1007.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State Law and to be consistent with
amendments to Chapter 11.)
*** Section 1007.5; Platform lifts, amend to read as follows:
1007.5 Platform lifts. Platform (wheelchair) lifts . . . required accessible route in Section 1109.7 8, Items
1 through 9 10. Standby power . . {remainder unchanged}
(Reason: Editorial.)
***Section 1008.1.9.4; amend exceptions 3 and 4 as follows:
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Exceptions:
3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, M or S
occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A, B, F, M or S occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
(Reason: Application to M occupancies reflects regional practice; No. 4 expanded to Group
A due to it being a similar scenario to other uses; No. 4 was regional practice.)
**Section 1008.1.9.9; change to read as follows:
1008.1.9.9 Electromagnetically locked egress doors. Doors in the means of egress in buildings with
an occupancy in Group A, B, E, I-1, I-2, M, R-1 or R-2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group A, B, E, I-1, I-
2, M, R-1 or R-2 shall be permitted to be electromagnetically locked if equipped with listed hardware that
incorporates a built-in switch and meet the requirements below: {remaining text unchanged}
(Reason: Regional practice to permit such locks due to the presence of trained staff.)
**Section 1015; add new section 1015.7 to read as follows:
1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference the
electrical code as adopted.
(Reason: Cross reference necessary for coordination.)
***Section 1016; add new section 1016.2.2 to read as follows:
1016.2.2 Group F-1 and S-1 increase. The maximum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet (122
m) in Group F-1 or S-1 occupancies where all of the following are met:
1. The portion of the building classified as Group F-1 or S-1 is limited to one story in height;
2. The minimum height from the finished floor to the bottom of the ceiling or roof slab or deck is 24
feet (7315 mm); and
3. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.1.
(Reason: Past regional practice allowed smoke and heat vents to be utilized to increase travel distance,
which resulted in problems when utilizing ESFR systems. This amendment adopts wording from the
upcoming 2015 IBC, which has been approved by final action via the ICC code development process but
is not yet published.)
***Section 1018.1; add exception 6 to read as follows:
{previous text unchanged}
6. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings within single tenant spaces need not be of
fire-resistive construction when the tenant space corridor is provided with system smoke
detectors tied to an approved automatic fire alarm. The actuation of any detector shall activate
alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor.
(Reason: To reduce redundant requirements in a single tenant situation. Intended to be consistent with
regional amendment to IFC.
**Section 1018.6; amend to read as follows:
1018.6, Corridor Continuity. Fire-Resistance-Rated All corridors shall be continuous from the point of
entry to an exit, and shall not be interrupted by intervening rooms. {Remainder unchanged}
{Exception unchanged}
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(Reason: Once in corridor, corridor should not be interrupted or discontinuous.)
**Section 1026.6; amend exception 4 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged}
4. Separation from the interior open-ended corridors of the building… {remaining text unchanged}
(Reason: To clarify that Section 1022.7, i.e., the 180 degree rule is applicable; and is further reinforced by
new Exception 4.4.)
***Section 1028.1.1.1; delete.
(Reason: Unenforceable.)
***Section 1029.1; amend to read as follows:
1029.1 General. In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter, provisions shall be made
for emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R and I-1 Group R-2 occupancies in accordance
with Tables 1021.2(1) and 1021.2(2) and Group R-3 occupancies. {Remainder unchanged}
Exceptions:
{Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged.}
4. In other than Group R-3 occupancies, buildings equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or
903.3.1.2.
(Reason: Maintains legacy language to ensure egress from residential type occupancies and maintain
exception for residential occupancies where an NFPA 13 or 13R sprinkler system is installed, but not for a
13D system.)
**Section 1101.2; Add exception to read as follows:
Exceptions: Projects registered with the Architectural Barriers Division of the Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under state law.)
***Section 1203.1; amend to read as follows:
***1203.1 General. Buildings shall be provided with natural ventilation in accordance with Section
1203.4, or mechanical ventilation in accordance with the International Mechanical Code.
Where air infiltration rate in a dwelling unit is less than 5 air changes or less per hour when tested
with a blower door at a pressure 0.2 inch w.c. (50 Pa) in accordance with Section 402.4.1.2 of the
International Energy Conservation Code, the dwelling unit shall be ventilated by mechanical means in
accordance with Section 403 of the International Mechanical Code.
(Reason: See IECC change to performance testing. Whole-house ventilation is recognized as
necessary).
***Table 1505.1; delete footnote c and replace footnote b with the following:
b. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not more than
120 sq. ft. of protected roof area. When exceeding 120 sq. ft. of protected roof area, buildings of U
occupancies may use non-rated non-combustible roof coverings.
c. [delete]
(Reason: Conforms to regional practice affording increased fire protection.)
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**Section 1505.7; delete the section
(Reason: Conforms to regional practice.)
**Section 1510.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
1510.1 General. Materials and methods of applications used for recovering or replacing an existing roof
covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 15. All individual replacement shingles or shakes
shall be in compliance with the rating required by Table 1505.1.
{text of exception unchanged}
(Reason: Relocated the text to more appropriate place. Previously was footnote “b” to Table 1505.1)
**Section 2901.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
[P] 2901.1 Scope. {existing text to remain} The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in
coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts
arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine which provision applies.
(Reason: Gives building official discretion.)
**Section 2902.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In other than E Occupancies, the minimum number of fixtures in Table 2902.1 may be lowered, if
requested in writing, by the applicant stating reasons for a reduced number and approved by the Building
Official.
(Reason: To allow flexibility for designer to consider specific occupancy needs.)
**Table 2902.1; change footnote f to read as follows:
f. Drinking fountains are not required in M Occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or less, B
Occupancies with an occupant load of 25 or less, and for dining and/or drinking establishments.
(Reason: Adjustment meets the needs of specific occupancy types.)
***Section 2902.1.3; add new Section 2902.1.3 to read as follows:
2902.1.3 Additional fixtures for food preparation facilities. In addition to the fixtures required in this
Chapter, all food service facilities shall be provided with additional fixtures set out in this section.
2902.1.3.1 Hand washing lavatory. At least one hand washing lavatory shall be provided for use by
employees that is accessible from food preparation, food dispensing and ware washing areas. Additional
hand washing lavatories may be required based on convenience of use by employees.
2902.1.3.2 Service sink. In new or remodeled food service establishments, at least one service sink or
one floor sink shall be provided so that it is conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet
floor cleaning tool and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. The location of the service
sink(s) and/or mop sink(s) shall be approved by the <Jurisdiction’s> health department.
(Reason: Coordinates Health law requirements with code language for consistent regional practice.)
**Section 3006.1; change to read as follows:
3006.1, General. Access Elevator machine rooms shall be provided. {Remainder unchanged.}
(Reason: An elevator machine room is necessary to provide a protected space for elevator equipment
that is used by the fire service, the disabled, and in the future, building occupant evacuations.)
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**Section 3006.4 {3006.5 if previous amendment adopted}; add a sentence to read as follows and
delete exceptions 1 and 2:
[F] 3006.4. Machine Rooms and Machinery Spaces: {text unchanged}… Storage shall not be allowed
within the elevator machine room. Provide approved signage at each entry door to the elevator machine
room stating “Elevator Machinery – No Storage Allowed.”
(Reason: Firefighter and public safety. This amendment eliminates the shunt trip requirement of the
International Building Code Section 3006.5 for the purpose of elevator passenger and firefighter safety.
This amendment is contingent on the Building Code amendment eliminating the Exceptions to Section
3006.4, such that passive fire barriers for these areas are maintained. This also meets with local practices
in the region.)
***Section 3109.1; change to read as follows:
3109.1 General. Swimming pools shall comply with the requirements of sections 3109.2 through 3109.5
and other applicable sections of this code and complying with applicable state laws.
(Reason: To recognize “state requirements”.)
***Section 3401.6 5 Alternative Compliance. Work performed in accordance with the International
Existing Building Code shall be deemed to comply with the provisions of this chapter with prior approval
from the Building Official.
(Reason: Correct typo and align with referenced standards.)
***Section 3401.5 6 Dangerous Conditions. {Remainder unchanged.}
(Reason: Correct typo and align with referenced standards.)
End of IBC amendments
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Recommended Amendments to the
2012 International Residential Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments region
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Residential Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IRC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from IRC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2012 code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to insert their
local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to the attention of
cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several jurisdictions. It is still intended
to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1 amendments to include.
The energy provisions in Chapter 11 of the International Residential Code (IRC) now mirror the
requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). As such, there is no difference
between Chapter 11 of the 2012 IRC and the 2012 IECC. Reference the 2012 IECC for NCTCOG
recommended amendments to that code.
**Section R102.4; change to read as follows:
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards
referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent
of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections R102.4.1 and R102.4.2. Whenever
amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code
and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference made to NFPA 70
or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes. Note: the former ICC Electrical Code is now Appendix K of the IBC, but no longer called by that
name. If adopting in that location, be sure to include language that includes structures under IRC and
IBC.)
**Section R202; change definition of "Townhouse" to read as follows:
TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of three or more attached units
separated by property lines in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with a yard or public
way on at least two sides.
(Reason: Consistent with terminology commonly used in this region.)
***Table R301.2(1); fill in as follows:
GROUND SNOW
LOAD
WIND DESIGN SEISMIC DESIGN
CATEGORYf SPEEDd (mph) Topographic Effectsk
5 lb/ft2 90 (3-sec-gust)/76
fastest mile No A
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
Weatheringa Frost line depthb Termitec
moderate 6” very heavy
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WINTER DESIGN
TEMPe
ICE BARRIER UNDER-
LAYMENT REQUIREDh
FLOOD
HAZARDSg AIR FREEZING
INDEXi MEAN ANNUAL
TEMPj
22oF No local code 150 64.9oF
{No change to footnotes}
(Reason: To promote regional uniformity.)
**Section R302.1; add exception #6 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {previous exceptions unchanged}
6. Open non-combustible carport structures may be constructed when also approved within
adopted ordinances.
(Reason: Refers to other ordinances, such as zoning ordinances.)
***Section R302.2, Exception; change to read as follows:
Exception: A common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall assembly, or one-hour fire-resistance-rated
wall assembly when equipped with a sprinkler system… {remainder unchanged}
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice.)
***Section R302.2.4, Exception 5; change to read as follows:
Exception: {previous exceptions unchanged}
5. Townhouses separated by a common 1-hour fire-resistance-rated wall as provided in Section
R302.2.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice.)
***Section R302.3; add Exception #3 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing text unchanged}
2. {existing text unchanged}
3. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the structure shall
be separated as required for townhouses.
(Reason: Provide guidance for a common construction method in this area. Correlates with amendment
to IRC Section R202 Townhouse definition.)
***Section R302.5.1; change to read as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening protection. Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for sleeping
purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between the garage and residence shall be equipped
with solid wood doors not less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb core steel
doors not less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire-rated doors equipped with a self -closing
device.
(Reason: Consistent with common local practice. Absence of data linking self-closing devices to increased safety.
Self-closing devices often fail to close the door entirely.)
***Section R303.3, Exception; amend to read as follows:
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Exception: The glazed areas {remainder unchanged} unless the space contains only a water closet,
a lavatory, or water closet and a lavatory may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating
fan or similar device designed to remove odors from the air.
(Reason: Consistent with common local practice.)
***R303.4 Mechanical Ventilation; change to read as follows:
Where the air infiltration rate of a dwelling unit is less than 5 air changes per hour or less when tested with a blower
door at a pressure of 0.2 inch w.c. (50 Pa) in accordance with Section N1102.4.1.2, the dwelling unit shall be
provided with whole-house mechanical ventilation in accordance with Section M1507.3.
(Reason:See IECC change to performance testing. Whole-house ventilation is recognized as necessary).
W***Section R311.7.3: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception:
The vertical rise between landings may be increased to 14 feet for winding stairways with handrails on
both sides.
(Reason: To accommodate the current trend of providing 12 foot ceiling heights.)
W***Section R311.7.8: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception:
When the run is greater than twice the rise, handrails shall not be required for exterior stairways.
(Reason: The reduced slope reduces the hazard and allows the elimination of handrails where they
would be aesthetically undesirable.
***Section R315.3, amend and add exceptions as follows:
Where required in existing dwellings. Where work requiring a permit for an addition or an alteration that occurs in
existing dwellings, that have attached garages or in existing dwellings within which fuel-fired appliances exist,
carbon monoxide alarms shall be provided in accordance with Section R315.1:
Exceptions:
1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement of roofing or
siding, or the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the addition of a porch or
deck, are exempt from the requirements of this section.
2. Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or mechanical systems are exempt from
the requirements of this section.
(Reason: Consistent with exceptions in Section R314.3.1)
***Section R401.2, amended by adding a new paragraph following the existing paragraph to read as follows.
Section R401.2. Requirements. {existing text unchanged} …
Every foundation and/or footing, or any size addition to an existing post-tension foundation, regulated by this code
shall be designed and sealed by a Texas-registered engineer.
(Reason: reflects regional practice.)
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**Section 602.6.1; amend the following:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in or partly in an
exterior wall or interior load-bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top plate by more
than 50 percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37 mm) (16 Ga) and 1
½ inches (38) mm 5 inches (127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the
opening with not less than eight 10d (0.148 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 ½ inches (38
mm) at each side or equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of the top plate material. The
metal tie must extend a minimum of 6 inches past the opening. See figure R602.6.1. {remainder
unchanged}
(Reason: reflects regional practice and to comply with P2603.2.1. Also provides additional assurance of
maintaining the integrity of the framing by spreading the nailing pattern.)
**Figure R602.6.1; delete the figure and insert the following figure:
(Reason: reflects regional practice and to comply with P2603.2.1. Also provides additional assurance of
maintaining the integrity of the framing by spreading the nailing pattern.)
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**Section R602.10 Wall Bracing; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
As part of any wall bracing plan, continuous exterior sheathing with wood structural panels shall be
required on all exterior walls.
**Section R703.7.4.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
1. When studs are 16 in (407 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in (737
mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation; or
2. When studs are 24 in (610 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in (483
mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
(Reason: Provide easy to install and inspect dimensions to clarify how to anchor and to distinguish
“studs” from other types of construction.)
**Section R902.1; Amend and add exception #3 to read as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904
and R905. Class A, B, or C roofing shall be installed in areas designated by law as requiring their use or
when the edge of the roof is less than 3 feet from a lot line. {remainder unchanged}
Exceptions:
1. {text unchanged}
2. {text unchanged}
3. {text unchanged}
4. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one-story detached accessory structures
used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does
not exceed (area defined by jurisdiction).
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice. Language fits better in this section. Aligned the area and
description of the building to be consistent with the item #1 to Section R105.2)
Part IV – Energy Conservation - Chapter 11 [RE} *** insert text to read as follows:
Residential Provisions for Energy Efficiency
(Reason: To remain consistent with IECC residential provisions.)
***Section M1305.1.3; change to read as follows:
**Section M1411.3.1, Items 3 and 4; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. {bulk of paragraph unchanged}
1. {text unchanged}
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2. {text unchanged}
3. An auxiliary drain pan… {bulk of text unchanged}… with Item 1 of this section. A water level
detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
4. A water level detection device… {bulk of text unchanged}… overflow rim of such pan. A water
level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
(Reason: Reflects standard practice in this area.)
**Section M1411.3.1.1; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1.1 Water-level monitoring devices. On down-flow units …{bulk of text unchanged}… installed
in the drain line. A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building
official.
(Reason: Reflects standard practice in this area.)
***M1503.4 Makeup Air Required Amend and add exception as follows:
M1503.4 Makeup air required. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess of 400 cubic feet
per minute (0.19 m3/s) shall be provided with makeup air at a rate approximately equal to the difference
between the exhaust air rate and 400 cubic feet per minute. Such makeup air systems shall be equipped
with a means of closure and shall be automatically controlled to start and operate simultaneously with the
exhaust system.
Exception: Where all appliances in the house are of sealed combustion, power-vent, unvented,
or electric, the exhaust hood system shall be permitted to exhaust up to 600 cubic feet per minute
(0.28 m3/s) without providing makeup air. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess
of 600 cubic feet per minute (0.28 m3/s) shall be provided with a makeup air at a rate
approximately equal to the difference between the exhaust air rate and 600 cubic feet per minute.
(Reason:
Exception requires makeup air equaling the amount above and beyond 400 cfm for larger fan which will
address concerns related to “fresh” air from the outdoors in hot humid climates creating a burden on
HVAC equipment and negative efficiency impacts from backdrafting and wasted energy.
**Section M2005.2; change to read as follows:
M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel-fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a
storage closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure
so that combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the
bedroom or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the exterior door
air leakage requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved
self -closing device. Installation of direct-vent water heaters within an enclosure is not required.
(Reason: Corresponds with the provisions of IFGC Section 303, exception #5.)
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**Section G2408.3 (305.5); delete.
Reason: This provision does not reflect standard practice in this area.)
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**Section G2415.2.1 (404.2.1); add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure with an
approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording
shall be stamped into the tag:
"W ARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(Reason: To protect homeowners and plumbers.)
**Section G2415.2.2 (404.2.2); add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" (18 EDH).
(Reason: Pipe less than 1/2" has a history in this region of causing whistling.)
**Section G2415.12 (404.12); change to read as follows:
G2415.12 (404.12) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum
depth of 12 inches (305 mm) 18 inches (457 mm) below grade, except as provided for in Section
G2415.12.1.
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems.)
***Section G2415.12.1 (404.12.1); change to read as follows:
G2415.12.1) Individual outside appliances. Individual lines to outside lights, grills or other appliances
shall be installed a minimum of 8 12 inches (203 mm) below finished grade…. Rest unchanged.
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems.)
**Section G2417.1 (406.1); change to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be
inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation
practices comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests
prescribed in Sections 2417.1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this
code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the building official when the piping
system is ready for testing. The equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and
test shall be furnished by the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that
the work will withstand the test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
(Reason: To utilize language used in the IPC regarding who is responsible for testing procedures.)
**Section G2417.4; change to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or
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with a pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss
caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the
pressure tests are made. Mechanical gauges Gauges used to measure… {remainder unchanged}
(Reason: To require the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges. Spring gauges do not provide
accurate measurement below approximately 17 psig.)
**Section G2417.4.1; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than one and one-
half times the proposed maximum working pressure, but not less than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the
discretion of the Building Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6)
inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. irrespective of design
pressure. Where the test pressure exceeds 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not exceed
a value that produces a hoop stress in the piping greater than 50 percent of the specified minimum yield
strength of the pipe. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, mechanical gauges used to measure test
pressures shall utilize a dial with a minimum diaphragm diameter of three and one half inches (3 ½”), a
set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a
pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, mechanical diaphragm gauges shall utilize a
dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound
incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. have a range such that the highest end of the
scale is not greater than five times the test pressure.
For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water
column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5
psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping
carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure
shall be not less than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
(Reason: To provide for lesser pressures to coordinate with the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges.)
**Section G2417.4.2; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the
Building Official, but in no case for be not less than 10 fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for
piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the
test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less
than thirty (30) minutes.
(Reason: To comply with accepted regional practices.)
**Section G2420.1 (406.1); add Section G2420.1.4 to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel
(CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support,
suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to
prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the
valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the
system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and
installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(Reason: To provide proper security to CSST valves. These standards were established in this region in
1999 when CSST was an emerging technology.)
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***Section G2420.5.1 (409.5.1); add text to read as follows:
G2420.5.1 (409.5.1) Located within the same room. The shutoff valve …{bulk of paragraph
unchanged}… in accordance with the appliance manufacturer’s instructions. A secondary shutoff valve
must be installed within 3 feet (914 mm) of the firebox if appliance shutoff is located in the firebox.
(Reason: Reflects regional practice and provides an additional measure of safety.)
**Section G2421.1 (410.1); add text and Exception to read as follows:
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be … {bulk of paragraph
unchanged}… approved for outdoor installation. Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements
for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
(Reason: To require adequate access to regulators.)
**Section G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3); delete Exception 1 and Exception 4.
(Reason: To comply with accepted regional practices.)
**Section G2445.2 (621.2); add Exception to read as follows:
G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole
source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented room heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Building Official
unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section
108.7 of the Fuel Gas Code.
(Reason: Gives code official discretion
**Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1); change to read as follows:
G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access,
sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this code.
(Reason: To clarify installation requirements. Also corresponds with amendments regarding water heater
access.)
**Section P2801.6; add Exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Electric Water Heater.
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(Reason: To coordinate with Section 2408.2 of the IRC, which recognizes this exception.)
**Section P2902.5.3; change to read as follows:
P2902.5.3 Lawn irrigation systems. The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be
protected against backflow by an atmospheric-type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a
double-check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed
downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the
potable water supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow
preventer.
(Reason: To provide clarity.)
**Section P3005.2.6; change to read as follows:
P3005.2.6 Base of stacks Upper Terminal. A cleanout shall be provided at the base of each waste or
soil stack. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its upper terminal.
Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than five (5) feet (1524 mm) in
length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals.
(Reason: To eliminate the requirement for excessive cleanouts.)
**Section P3112.2; delete and replace with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the floor
and may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the drainboard height and
then returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain immediately downstream from
the vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to the horizontal drain through a wye-branch
fitting and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by means of a
wye-branch immediately below the floor and extending to the nearest partition and then through the roof
to the open air or may be connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above
the flood level rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the
floor level and a minimum slope of one-quarter (1/4) inch per foot (20.9 mm/m) back to the drain shall be
maintained. The return bend used under the drainboard shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an assembly of
a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-five (45) degree (0.79
radius) elbow in the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code. The island
sink drain, upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be
installed in the vertical portion of the foot vent.
(Reason: To clarify the installation of island venting and to provide a regional guideline on a standard
installation method for this region.)
End of IRC amendments
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The following articles, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the NEC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from NEC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of an article identifies an
amendment carried over from the 2008 edition of the code and a triple asterisk (***) identifies a new or
revised amendment with the 2011 code.
***Article 100, Part I; amend the following definition:
Intersystem Bonding Termination. A device that provides a means for connecting bonding conductors for
communication systems and other systems such as metallic gas piping systems to the grounding electrode
system.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To allow for a termination point for other bonding conductors in addition to
communication systems that are required by the various model codes.)
***Article 110.2; change the following to read as follows:
110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code shall be acceptable
only if approved. Approval of equipment may be evident by listing and labeling of equipment by a
Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) with a certification mark of that laboratory or a qualified third
party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a jurisdiction or is field modified
is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval may be by a field evaluation by a NRTL or qualified
third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Manufacturer’s self -certification of any equipment shall not be used as a basis for approval by the AHJ.
Informational Note: See 90.7, Examination of Equipment for Safety, and 110.3, Examination, Identification,
Installation, and Use of Equipment. See definitions of Approved, Identified, Labeled, and Listed.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To add clarity and provide more positive options for enforcement and approval
of unlisted equipment.)
**Article 230.71(A); add the following exception:
Exception: Multi-occupant buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is limited to six for each
occupant. The number of individual disconnects at one location may exceed six.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: This is currently the accepted installation practice of the region. No noteworthy
complaints have surfaced. It is more reasonable than the current NEC requirements. It allows more than
six disconnects grouped at one location. This also allows designers more flexibility in the placement of
electrical meters and main service disconnects.)
***Article 240.91; delete the Article.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: Present day equipment is not listed and has not been evaluated for the use.
Removing this article may prevent both installers and AHJ’s from misapplying the Code.)
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**Article 300.11; add the following exception:
Exception: Ceiling grid support wires may be used for structural supports when the associated wiring is
located in that area, not more than two raceways or cables supported per wire, with a maximum nominal
metric designation 16 (trade size 1/2”).
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To provide limited support of raceways and cables by ceiling grid support
wire.)
**Article 310.15(B)(7); change to read as follows:
(7) 120/240-Volt, 3-Wire, Single-Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. For dwelling units, conductors,
as listed in Table 310.15(B)(7), shall be…{text unchanged}…provided the requirements of 215.2, 220.61,
and 230.42 are met. This Article shall not be used in conjunction with 220.82.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To provide a more reasonable margin of safety for dwelling service and feeder
conductor allowable ampacities.)
**Article 500.8(A)(3); change to read as follows:
500.8 Equipment. Articles 500 through 504 require equipment construction and installation standards
that ensure safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than ordinary
care with regard to installation and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 2: Since there is no consistent relationship between explosion properties and ignition
temperature, the two are independent requirements.
Informational Note No. 3: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Explosion proof or dust-
ignition proof equipment may not be suitable for use at temperatures lower than -25°C (-13°F) unless they
are identified for low-temperature service. However, at low ambient temperatures, flammable concentrations
of vapors may not exist in a location classified as Class I, Division 1 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Suitability. Suitability of identified equipment shall be determined by one of the following:
(1) Equipment listing or labeling
(2) Evidence of equipment evaluation from a qualified testing laboratory or inspection agency concerned
with product evaluation
(3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a manufacturer's self-evaluation or
an owner's engineering judgment signed and sealed by a qualified Licensed Professional Engineer.
Informational Note: Additional documentation for equipment may include certificates demonstrating
compliance with applicable equipment standards, indicating special conditions of use, and other pertinent
information. Guidelines for certificates may be found in ANSI/ISA 12.00.02, Certificate Standard for AEx
Equipment for Hazardous (Classified) Locations.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To better define the qualifications for an engineering judgment.)
**Article 505.7(A) changed to read as follows:
505.7 Special Precaution. Article 505 requires equipment construction and installation that ensures safe
performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
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Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than ordinary
care with regard to the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in hazardous (classified)
locations.
Informational Note No. 2: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Electrical equipment
depending on the protection techniques described by 505.8(A) may not be suitable for use at temperatures
lower than -20°C (-4°F) unless they are identified for use at lower temperatures. However, at low ambient
temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may not exist in a location classified Class I, Zones 0, 1,
or 2 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and design,
selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be performed by a
qualified persons Licensed Professional Engineer.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To better identify who is qualified to implement Zone Classification Systems.)
***Article 680.25(A) changed to read as follows:
680.25 Feeders. These provisions shall apply to any feeder on the supply side of panelboards supplying
branch circuits for pool equipment covered in Part II of this article and on the load side of the service
equipment or the source of a separately derived system.
(A) Wiring Methods.
(1) Feeders. Feeders shall be installed in rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit. The following
wiring methods shall be permitted if not subject to physical damage:
(1) Liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit
(2) Rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit
(3) Reinforced thermosetting resin conduit
(4) Electrical metallic tubing where installed on or within a building
(5) Electrical nonmetallic tubing where installed within a building
(6) Type MC cable where installed within a building and if not subject to corrosive environment
(7) Nonmetallic-sheathed cable
(8) Type SE cable
Exception: An existing feeder between an existing remote panelboard and service equipment shall be
permitted to run in flexible metal conduit or an approved cable assembly that includes an equipment
grounding conductor within its outer sheath. The equipment grounding conductor shall comply with
250.24(A)(5).
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To allow for more flexibility of wiring methods associated with this type of
installation.)
End of IECC Amendments
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Recommended Amendments to the 2012 International Plumbing Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments region
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Plumbing Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IPC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from the IPC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2012 edition of the code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to insert their
local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to the attention of
cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several jurisdictions. It is still intended
to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1 amendments to include.
**Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714; change to read as follows:
714 Engineered Computerized Drainage Design . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
(Reason: Editorial change to make compatible with amendment to Section 714.1.)
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 13 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Where the differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the
provisions of this code shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever amendments have been adopted
to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to
reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the
Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
**Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3; change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as indicated in the following schedule:
(JURISDICTION TO INSERT APPROPRIATE SCHEDULE) adopted by resolution of the governing body
of the jurisdiction.
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for authorize authorizing the refunding of
fees as follows. {Delete balance of section}
(Reason: This calls to attention of local jurisdictions considering adoption that they need a fee schedule
and a refund policy.)
**Section 109; Delete entire section and insert the following:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
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109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code official to
the board of appeals established by ordinance. The board shall be governed by the enabling ordinance.
(Reason: Most jurisdictions already have an ordinance establishing and governing an appeals board for
this code. This also calls to the attention of jurisdictions not having such a board that it needs to be
established.)
**Section 305.6.1; change to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall be a
minimum of [number] inches (mm) below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection. Building
sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
(Reason: Provides sewer depth that is common in this region. Deleted reference to private sewage
disposal because a private sewage disposal code is not typically adopted in this region.)
**Section 305.9; change to read as follows:
305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system installed
within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a manner in which they
would be exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved
manner.
(Reason: Provide a common cutoff point to designate a general separation distance at which plumbing
systems should be safe for consistency in enforcement.)
***Section 314.2.1; change to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be conveyed
from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. ... {text unchanged} ... Condensate shall not
discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
(Reason: Greater specificity in prohibited locations for condensate discharge. It is the intent of this
amendment to send condensate discharge into a sanitary sewer drain. Consistent with regional
amendment to IMC 307.2.3.)
***Section 314.2.2; change to read as follows:
314.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast
iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC, or
schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components shall be selected for
the pressure, and temperature and exposure rating of the installation. Joints and connections shall be
made in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 7 relative to the material type. Condensate
waste and drain line size shall not be less than ¾-inch (19 mm) internal diameter and shall not decrease
in size from the drain pan connection to the place of condensate disposal. Where the drain pipes from
more than one unit are manifolded together for condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in
accordance with Table 314.2.2. All horizontal sections of drain piping shall be installed in uniform
alignment at a uniform slope.
(Reason: To provide greater flexibility of materials when exposed to ultra violet light. Polybutylene pipe is
not allowed for use in this region.)
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***Section 401.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
401.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design and installation of plumbing fixtures, faucets
and fixture fittings in accordance with the type of occupancy, and shall provide for the minimum number of
fixtures for various types of occupancies. The provisions of this Chapter coordinate with the provisions of
the Building Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine
which provision applies.
(Reason: Gives discretion to Code Official in case of code conflict.)
**Section 403.1; change to read as follows:
403.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy and
in the minimum number as follows:
1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level in an
approved location.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are
employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in
Section 403.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply with the
number shown in Table 403.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 403.1 shall be considered
individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by the International
Building Code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in accordance with the International
Building Code.
**Section 405.6; delete.
(Reason: Texas State regulations cover plumbing in mental health centers. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 1002.10.)
**Section 409.2; change to read as follows:
409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be protected
against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608.
(Reason: Domestic dishwashing machines would be difficult to enforce and should already come
equipped with backflow preventers. Consistent with regional amendments in IPC Section 608.)
**Section 412.4; change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location Public laundries and central washing facilities. Floor drains shall be
installed in the following areas.
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1. In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family dwellings, the
rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains located to readily drain
the entire floor area. Such drains shall have a minimum outlet of not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in
diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may accept floor
sinks.
(Reason: To make more compatible with local health code practices.)
**Section 419.3; change to read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding material. Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet (610 mm) in front of a urinal lip and 4
feet (1219 mm) above the floor and at least 2 feet (610 mm) to each side of the urinal shall be
waterproofed with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard, nonabsorbent material.
(Reason: Match un-amended IBC 1209.)
**Section 502.6; Add Section 502.6 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a
water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be
made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
502.6.1 Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not
adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and
a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 502.1.
(Reason: To provide safe access to water heaters and to provide lighting and receptacle for maintenance
of equipment. Consistent with regional amendments to IFGC 306.7 and IMC 306.6. Note reference to
amendment above.)
**Section 504.6; change to read as follows:
504.6 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve,
temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap. located in the same room as the water heater.
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size to
the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or
equipment.
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Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system
when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation
instructions and installed with those instructions.
5. Discharge to the floor, to a an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where discharging to
the outdoors in areas subject to freezing, discharge piping shall be first piped to an indirect waste
receptor through an air gap located in a conditioned area.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate lmore less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade the floor or
nor more than 6 inches above the waste receptor.
11. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves.
13. Be constructed of those materials listed in Section 605.4 or materials tested, rated and approved
for such use in accordance with ASME A112.4.1.
(Reason: To provide a higher degree of safety.)
**Section 604.4; add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is more restrictive
than those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
(Reason: To recognize State standards.)
***Section 604.8; add Section 604.8.3 to read as follows:
604.8.3 Thermal expansion control. An expansion tank or approved device shall be installed for the
water heater with the addition of a pressure reducing valve or regulator
creating a closed system.
(Reason: To allow for thermal expansion in closed systems..)
**Section 606.1; delete items #4 and #5.
(Reason: The code is too restrictive as written.)
**Section 606.2; change to read as follows:
606.2 Location of shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following locations:
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1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one- and two-
family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that are provided with
unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar occupancies.
2. On the water supply pipe to each sillcock.
3. On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
(Reason: To provide shut-off valves to every fixture.)
**Section 608.1; change to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in such a
manner so as to prevent contamination from non-potable liquids, solids or gases being introduced into the
potable water supply through cross-connections or any other piping connections to the system. Backflow
preventer applications shall conform to applicable local regulations, Table 608.1, except and as
specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.10.
(Reason: To recognize local requirements.)
**Section 608.16.5; change to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to lawn irrigation systems.
The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an
atmospheric-type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or a
reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from an
atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply
shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
(Reason: To recognize regional practices.)
***Section 608.17; change to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply shall be located and
constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable local
regulations. Installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 through 608.17.8.
(Reason: To allow local requirements to govern.)
**Section 610.1; add exception to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious matter and
disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that prescribed by the health authority
or water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the absence of a prescribed method, the procedure described
in either AWWA C651 or AWWA C652, or as described in this section. This requirement shall apply to
“on-site” or “inplant” fabrication of a system or to a modular portion of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does not appear at the
points of outlet.
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2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution containing at least 50 parts
per million (50 mg/L) of chlorine, and the system or part thereof shall be valved off and allowed to
stand for 24 hours; or the system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution
containing at least 200 parts per million (200 mg/L) of chlorine and allowed to stand for 3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean potable water until
the chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shall be repeated where shown by a bacteriological examination that
contamination remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement when deemed
un-necessary. by the Code Official.
(Reason: May not always be needed)
***Section 712; change to read as follows:
712.3.3.1 Materials. Pipe and fitting materials shall be constructed of brass, copper, CPVC, ductile iron,
stainless steel, galvanized iron, PE, or PVC.
(Reason: To add the additional materials to the list.)
**Section 712.5; add Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any “public use”
occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or
ejectors arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage
sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
(Reason: To address dual pump system. To provide reference for storm drainage systems.)
**Section 714, 714.1; change to read as follows:
SECTION 714
ENGINEERED COMPUTERIZED DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall be
permitted to be designed by approved computer design methods.
(Reason: Code was too restrictive.)
**Section 802.4; add a sentence to the end of the paragraph to read as follows:
802.4 Standpipes. Standpipes shall be… {text unchanged} …drains for rodding. No standpipe shall be
installed below the ground.
(Reason: To make systems less susceptible to improper modifications.)
**Section 903.1; change to read as follows:
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903.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least six (6)
inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than
weather protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above the roof.
(Reason: To provide regional guideline on standard installation method for this area and address
reference number correction.)
**Section 1002.10; delete.
(Reason: Texas State regulations cover plumbing in mental health centers. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 405.6.)
***Section 1101.8; change to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts or manholes shall be installed in the building storm drainage
system and shall comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage pipe cleanouts.
Exception: Subsurface drainage system
(Reason: To specify that where cleanouts are only required. in the building.)
**Section 1106.1; change to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm
sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6) inches per
hour the 100-year hourly rainfall rate indicated in Figure 1106.1 or on other rainfall rates determined from
approved local weather data.
(Reason: Specify the roof drain size normally used in the area.)
***Section 1107.3; change to read as follows:
1107.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 1106 based on the rainfall rate for which the primary system is sized in Figure
1106.1 or on other rainfall rates determined from approved local weather data. Scuppers shall be sized to
prevent the depth of ponding water from exceeding that for which the roof was designed as determined
by Section 1101.7. Scuppers shall not have an opening dimension of less than 4 inches (102 mm). The
flow through the primary system shall not be considered when sizing the secondary roof drain system.
(Reason: Specify that overflow drainage is to be the same size as the normal roof drains.)
***Section 1202.1; delete Exception 2.
(Reason: State law already specifies that vacuum systems must comply with NFPA 99C.)
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Recommended Amendments to the
2012 International Mechanical Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments region
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Mechanical Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IMC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from the IMC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2012 edition of the code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to insert their
local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to the attention of
cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several jurisdictions. It is still intended
to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1 amendments to include.
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where
differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this
code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any
reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
**Section 304.6; delete.
(Reason: This provision does not reflect standard practice in this area. Consistent with regional
amendment to IFGC 305.5.)
***Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided . . . {bulk of
paragraph unchanged} . . . side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall be rated as a floor as
approved by the building official. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the
following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official due
to building conditions.
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Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable
of being serviced and removed… {remainder of section unchanged}
(Reason: To provide a safe means of accessibility to appliances in attics and to allow for different types
of construction limitations. Consistent with regional amendment to IFGC 306.3.)
***Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. . Where equipment requiring
access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will
have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an a permanent interior or exterior
means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend
closer than 8 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment
and appliances' level service space. Such access shall . . . {bulk of section to read the same}. . . on roofs
having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope). ... {bulk of section to
read the same}.
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances and provide a greater level of security for equipment
locate more than 16 feet above grade. Consistent with IFGC amendments.)
**Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are
installed on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) or greater on
roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and having an edge more than 30
inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats
spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the
appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required
for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any
dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm)
above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm)
sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building
Code.
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IFGC amendments.)
**Section 306; add Section 306.6 to read as follows:
306.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water heater
is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made
accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay-in ceiling and the water heater installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above
the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle
outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in
accordance with Section 306.3.1.
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(Reason: To provide safe access to water heaters and to provide lighting and receptacle for maintenance
of equipment. Consistent with regional amendments to IFGC 306.7 and IPC 502.5.)
**Section 307.2.2; change to read as follows:
307.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast
iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC or
schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components shall be selected for
the pressure, and temperature, and exposure rating of the installation. {Remaining language unchanged}
(Reason: To provide greater flexibility of materials when exposed to ultra violet light.)
**Section 307.2.3; amend item 2 to read as follows:
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan provided with the equipment. Such
overflow drain shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a
stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect to the drain pan at a higher level
than the primary drain connection. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard such as
dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance.
(Reason: Greater specificity in prohibited locations for condensate discharge. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 314.2.1.)
**Section 403.2.1; add an item 5 to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or combination
thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device
designed to remove odors from the air.
(Reason: Consistent with common regional practice. Consistent with regional amendment to IRC
R303.3.)
**Section 501.2; add an exception to read as follows:
501.2 Exhaust discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust system shall be discharged
outdoors at a point where it will not cause a nuisance and not less than the distances specified in Section
501.2.1. The air shall be discharged to a location from which it cannot again be readily drawn in by a
ventilating system. Air shall not be exhausted into an attic or crawl space.
Exceptions:
1. Whole-house ventilation-type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into the attic space of
dwelling units having private attics.
2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems.
3. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of
outside air is present.
(Reason: Provide a reasonable alternative in areas where a large volume of outside air is present.)
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**Section 607.5.1; change to read as follows:
607.5.1 Fire Walls. Ducts and air transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with Section
705.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with listed fire dampers installed in
accordance with their listing. For hazardous exhaust systems see Section 510.1-510.9 IMC.
(Reason: Correspond with unamended IBC 710.7.)
End of IMC amendments
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Recommended Amendments to the
2012 International Fuel Gas Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments region
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IFGC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from IFGC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2012 code.
**Section 101.2
{Local amendments to Section 101.2 may be necessary to correspond with the State Plumbing
Licensing Law.}
**Section 102.2; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2.
(Reason: Previous code provisions made unvented heater provisions retroactive except as provided for
in local amendment. This amendment and amendment to IFGC 621.2 better clarify what the code
already states: existing systems may stay unless considered unsafe.)
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where
differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this
code shall apply. Whenev er amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any
reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
**Section 304.10; change to read as follows:
304.10 Louvers and grilles. The required size of openings for combustion, ventilation and dilution air
shall be based on the net free area of each opening. Where the free area through a design of louver,
grille or screen is known, it shall be used in calculating the size opening required to provide the free area
specified. Where the design and free area of louvers and grilles are not known, it shall be assumed that
wood louvers will have 25-percent free area and metal louvers and grilles will have 75 50-percent free
area. Screens shall have a mesh size not smaller than ¼ inch (6.4 mm). Nonmotorized louvers and grilles
shall be fixed in the open position. Motorized louvers shall be interlocked with the appliance so that they
are proven to be in the full open position prior to main burner ignition and during main burner operation.
Means shall be provided to prevent the main burner from igniting if the louvers fail to open during burner
start -up and to shut down the main burner if the louvers close during operation.
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(Reason: This is the generally accepted practice in the region.)
**Section 304.11; change #8 to read as follows:
304.11 Combustion air ducts. Combustion air ducts shall comply with all of the following:
1. Ducts shall be constructed of galvanized steel complying with Chapter 6 of the International
Mechanical Code or of a material having equivalent corrosion resistance, strength and rigidity.
Exception: Within dwellings units, unobstructed stud and joist spaces shall not be prohibited
from conveying combustion air, provided that not more than one required fireblock is
removed.
2. Ducts shall terminate in an unobstructed space allowing free movement of combustion air to the
appliances.
3. Ducts shall serve a single enclosure.
4. Ducts shall not serve both upper and lower combustion air openings where both such openings
are used. The separation between ducts serving upper and lower combustion air openings shall
be maintained to the source of combustion air.
5. Ducts shall not be screened where terminating in an attic space.
6. Horizontal upper combustion air ducts shall not slope downward toward the source of combustion
air.
7. The remaining space surrounding a chimney liner, gas vent, special gas vent or plastic piping
installed within a masonry, metal or factory-built chimney shall not be used to supply combustion
air.
Exception: Direct-vent gas-fired appliances designed for installation in a solid fuel-burning
fireplace where installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Combustion air intake openings located on the exterior of a building shall have the lowest side of
such openings located not less than 12 inches (305 mm) vertically from the adjoining ground level
or the manufacturer’s recommendation, whichever is more restrictive.
(Reason: To recognize the manufacturer’s installation requirements.)
***Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided . . .
{bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be
a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), and or larger where such dimensions are not
large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall be rated as a
floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of
the following:
5. A permanent stair.
6. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
7. An access door from an upper floor level.
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8. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official due
to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is
capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is not less than …{bulk of section to read the same}.
(Reason: To provide a safe means of accessibility to appliances in attics and to allow for different types
of construction limitations. Consistent with regional amendment to IMC 306.3.)
***Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring
access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will
have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an a permanent interior or exterior
means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend
closer than 8 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment
and appliances' level service space. Such access shall . . . {bulk of section to read the same}. . . on roofs
having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope). ... {bulk of section to
read the same}.
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IMC amendments.)
**Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service
are installed on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) or greater
on roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and having an edge more than
30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial
cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at
the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is
required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any
dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm)
above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm)
sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building
Code.
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IMC amendments.)
**Section 306; add Section 306.7with exception and subsection 306.7.1 to read as follows:
306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a
water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be
made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger when approv ed by the code official) is capable of
being accessed through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet
(3048 mm) above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
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306.7.1. Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately
lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 306.3.1.
(Reason: To provide more stringent safe access to water heaters. Consistent with regional amendments
to IPC 502.5 and IMC 306.6.)
**Section 401.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall identify its
operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless
steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(Reason: To protect homeowners and plumbers.)
**Section 402.3; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" ( 18 EHD).
(Reason: Pipe less than 1/2" has a history in this region of causing whistling.)
***Section 404.12; change to read as follows:
404.12 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 12
18 inches (305 458 mm) top of pipe below grade, except as provided for in Section 404.10.1.
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems and address reference number change.)
***Section 404.12.1; change to read as follows:
404.12.1 Individual outside appliances. Individual lines to outside lights, grills or other appliances shall
be installed a minimum of 8 12 inches (203 mm) top of pipe below finished grade, provided that such
installation is approved and is installed in locations not susceptible to physical damage.
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems and address reference number change.)
**Section 406.1; change to read as follows:
406.1 General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be inspected and
pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation practices comply with
the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in Sections
406.1.1 through 406.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. The permit holder shall
give reasonable advance notice to the code official when the piping system is ready for testing. The
equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the
permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand the
test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
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(Reason: To utilize language used in the IPC regarding who is responsible for testing procedures.)
**Section 406.4; change to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a
pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused
by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure
tests are made. Mechanical gauges used to measure test pressures shall have a range such that the
highest end of the scale is not greater than five times the test pressure.
(Reason: To require the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges. Spring gauges do not provide
accurate measurement below approximately 17 psig.)
**Section 406.4.1; change to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 1 1/2 times the proposed
maximum working pressure, but no less than 3 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the Code
Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury,
measured with a manometer or slope gauge. irrespective of design pressure. Where the test pressure
exceeds 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not exceed a value that produces a hoop
stress in the piping greater than 50 percent of the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe. For tests
requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and
one half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for
tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall
utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10
pound incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi)
and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be
less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds
200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half
times the proposed maximum working pressure.
(Reason: To provide for lesser pressures to coordinate with the use of more accurate diaphragm
gauges.)
**Section 406.4.2; change to read as follows:
406.4.2 Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official,
but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at
pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be
held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes.
(Delete remainder of section.)
(Reason: To comply with accepted regional practices.)
**Section 409.1; add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp
out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall
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be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings,
and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(Reason: To provide proper security to CSST valves. These standards were established in this region in
1999 when CSST was an emerging technology.)
**Section 410.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section
306.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
(Reason: To require adequate access to regulators.)
**Section 621.2; add exception as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of
comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official
unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
(Reason: Gives code official discretion.)
**Section 624.1.1; change to read as follows:
624.1.1 Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief
valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.
(Reason: To clarify installation requirements. Also corresponds with amendments regarding water heater access.)
END
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Recommended Amendments to the
2011 National Electrical Code
North Central Texas Council of Governments Region
The following articles, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the NEC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
type is deleted text from NEC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of an article identifies an
amendment carried over from the 2008 edition of the code and a triple asterisk (***) identifies a new or
revised amendment with the 2011 code.
***Article 100, Part I; amend the following definition:
Intersystem Bonding Termination. A device that provides a means for connecting bonding conductors for
communication systems and other systems such as metallic gas piping systems to the grounding electrode
system.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To allow for a termination point for other bonding conductors in addition to
communication systems that are required by the various model codes.)
***Article 110.2; change the following to read as follows:
110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code shall be acceptable
only if approved. Approval of equipment may be evident by listing and labeling of equipment by a
Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) with a certification mark of that laboratory or a qualified third
party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a jurisdiction or is field modified
is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval may be by a field evaluation by a NRTL or qualified
third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Manufacturer’s self -certification of any equipment shall not be used as a basis for approval by the AHJ.
Informational Note: See 90.7, Examination of Equipment for Safety, and 110.3, Examination, Identification,
Installation, and Use of Equipment. See definitions of Approved, Identified, Labeled, and Listed.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To add clarity and provide more positive options for enforcement and approval
of unlisted equipment.)
**Article 230.71(A); add the following exception:
Exception: Multi-occupant buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is limited to six for each
occupant. The number of individual disconnects at one location may exceed six.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: This is currently the accepted installation practice of the region. No noteworthy
complaints have surfaced. It is more reasonable than the current NEC requirements. It allows more than
six disconnects grouped at one location. This also allows designers more flexibility in the placement of
electrical meters and main service disconnects.)
***Article 240.91; delete the Article.
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(REASON FOR CHANGE: Present day equipment is not listed and has not been evaluated for the use.
Removing this article may prevent both installers and AHJ’s from misapplying the Code.)
**Article 300.11; add the following exception:
Exception: Ceiling grid support wires may be used for structural supports when the associated wiring is
located in that area, not more than two raceways or cables supported per wire, with a maximum nominal
metric designation 16 (trade size 1/2”).
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To provide limited support of raceways and cables by ceiling grid support
wire.)
**Article 310.15(B)(7); change to read as follows:
(7) 120/240-Volt, 3-Wire, Single-Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. For dwelling units, conductors,
as listed in Table 310.15(B)(7), shall be…{text unchanged}…provided the requirements of 215.2, 220.61,
and 230.42 are met. This Article shall not be used in conjunction with 220.82.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To provide a more reasonable margin of safety for dwelling service and feeder
conductor allowable ampacities.)
**Article 500.8(A)(3); change to read as follows:
500.8 Equipment. Articles 500 through 504 require equipment construction and installation standards
that ensure safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than ordinary
care with regard to installation and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 2: Since there is no consistent relationship between explosion properties and ignition
temperature, the two are independent requirements.
Informational Note No. 3: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Explosion proof or dust-
ignition proof equipment may not be suitable for use at temperatures lower than -25°C (-13°F) unless they
are identified for low-temperature service. However, at low ambient temperatures, flammable concentrations
of vapors may not exist in a location classified as Class I, Division 1 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Suitability. Suitability of identified equipment shall be determined by one of the following:
(1) Equipment listing or labeling
(2) Evidence of equipment evaluation from a qualified testing laboratory or inspection agency concerned
with product evaluation
(3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a manufacturer's self-evaluation or
an owner's engineering judgment signed and sealed by a qualified Licensed Professional Engineer.
Informational Note: Additional documentation for equipment may include certificates demonstrating
compliance with applicable equipment standards, indicating special conditions of use, and other pertinent
information. Guidelines for certificates may be found in ANSI/ISA 12.00.02, Certificate Standard for AEx
Equipment for Hazardous (Classified) Locations.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To better define the qualifications for an engineering judgment.)
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**Article 505.7(A) changed to read as follows:
505.7 Special Precaution. Article 505 requires equipment construction and installation that ensures safe
performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than ordinary
care with regard to the installation and maintenanc e of electrical equipment in hazardous (classified)
locations.
Informational Note No. 2: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Electrical equipment
depending on the protection techniques described by 505.8(A) may not be suitable for use at temperatures
lower than -20°C (-4°F) unless they are identified for use at lower temperatures. However, at low ambient
temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may not exist in a location classified Class I, Zones 0, 1,
or 2 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and design,
selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be performed by a
qualified persons Licensed Professional Engineer.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To better identify who is qualified to implement Zone Classification Systems.)
***Article 680.25(A) changed to read as follows:
680.25 Feeders. These provisions shall apply to any feeder on the supply side of panelboards supplying
branch circuits for pool equipment covered in Part II of this article and on the load side of the service
equipment or the source of a separately derived system.
(A) Wiring Methods.
(1) Feeders. Feeders shall be installed in rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit. The following
wiring methods shall be permitted if not subject to physical damage:
(1) Liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit
(2) Rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit
(3) Reinforced thermosetting resin conduit
(4) Elect rical metallic tubing where installed on or within a building
(5) Electrical nonmetallic tubing where installed within a building
(6) Type MC cable where installed within a building and if not subject to corrosive environment
(7) Nonmetallic-sheathed cable
(8) Type SE cable
Exception: An existing feeder between an existing remote panelboard and service equipment shall be
permitted to run in flexible metal conduit or an approved cable assembly that includes an equipment
grounding conductor within its outer sheath. The equipment grounding conductor shall comply with
250.24(A)(5).
(REASON FOR CHANGE: To allow for more flexibility of wiring methods associated with this type of
installation.)
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 711
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS; AMENDING CHAPTER
18 OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE CODE OF ORDINANCES ADOPTING THE 2012
EDITIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, INTERNATIONAL
BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, INTERNATIONAL FUEL
GAS CODE, INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, AND INTERNATIONAL
ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE, ALONG WITH THE 2011 EDITION OF THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, WITH AMENDMENTS TO SAID CODES;
PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE;
AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, Texas is a general law Town acting under its charter
adopted by the electorate pursuant to the Texas Constitution, and the Local Government Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, finds it to be in the best
interest of the citizens, businesses and property owners in the Town of Westlake, to adopt the
2012 editions of the International Residential, Building, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Mechanical and
Energy Conservation Codes, and the 2011 edition of the National Electrical Code, to provide for
the safety of the citizens and visitors of Westlake; and
WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Westlake Director of Planning and
Development, the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, is of the opinion that it is in
the best interests of the town and its citizens that certain amendments to the International Codes
that address concerns unique to the development within the Town of Westlake, be approved and
adopted along with the adoption of the proposed codes; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, deems it necessary to
amend certain sections of the Code of Ordinances relative to the administration of these codes
and the collection of fees for permitting, plan review, and inspection services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: All matters stated in the Recitals above are found to be true and correct
and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That the following sections of Chapter 18 of the Code of Ordinances, are
hereby amended, to read as follows:
Chapter 18 BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS*
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ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
ARTICLE II. CODES
Sec. 18-31. Adoption.
The town adopts in their entirety the 2012 Edition of the International Residential Code, the 2012
Edition of the International Building Code, the 2012 Edition of the International Energy
Conservation Code, the 2012 Edition of the International Fuel Gas Code, the 2012 Edition of the
International Mechanical Code, the 2012 Edition of the International Plumbing Code and the
2011 Edition of the National Electrical Code, including the amendments to such codes as
attached to this ordinance. Amendments to these codes, attached as Exhibit A, are to be kept on
file and available in the office of the town secretary.
Sec. 18-32. Permit Required.
No person shall perform any work or supply any materials falling within the jurisdiction of one
of the respective codes adopted under Section 13-31 without first having secured a permit in
accordance with the applicable code.
Sec. 18-33. - Penalty.
That any person, either by himself or agent, and any firm, corporation or other entity who
violates any of the provisions of the codes adopted in section 18-31 shall be deemed guilty of a
misdemeanor and, upon conviction of any such violation, shall be punished as provided in
section 1-9. In any case of a violation of any of the terms and provisions of the codes adopted by
the ordinance, by any corporation, the officers and agents actively in charge of the business of
such corporation shall be subject to the penalty provided in this section.
Sec. 18-34. –Amendments to the 2012 International Building Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Building Code are
hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IBC. Underlined type is text inserted.
Lined through type is deleted text from IBC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of a section
identifies an amendment carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk (***)
identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2012 code.
Explanation of Options A and B:
Please note that as there is a wide range in firefighting philosophies / capabilities of cities across
the region, OPTION “A” and OPTION “B” are provided in the Fire and Building Code
amendments. Jurisdictions should choose one or the other based on their firefighting
philosophies / capabilities when adopting code amendments. Westlake is an option B
jurisdiction.
Local Amendments note.
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1. All buildings are required to be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system. See the
Westlake Fire Code and amendments for provisions, and exceptions, relating to the requirements
for the installation of Automatic Fire Sprinkler systems.
**Section 101.4; change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.6 and
referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever
amendments to the referenced codes and standards have been adopted, each reference to said
code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to
NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section 101.4.7; add the following:
101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of
electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures,
fittings and appurtenances thereto.
** Section 103 and 103.1 amend to insert the Department Name
SECTION 103
Town of Westlake Building Inspections Department
103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Town of Westlake Building Inspections Department
is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the Building Official.
***Section 104.10.1; jurisdictions may consider the option to amend or delete depending on
local enforcement and flood hazard ordinances.
***Section 105.2; under sub-title entitled “Building” delete items 1, 2, 10 and 11 and re-number
as follows:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11 m2).
2. Fence s not over 3 feet high.
3. 1. (Unchanged)
4. 2. (Unchanged)
5. 3. (Unchanged)
6. 4. (Unchanged)
7. 5. (Unchanged)
8. 6. (Unchanged)
9. 7. (Unchanged)
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service
systems.
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11. 8. (Unchanged)
12. 9. (Unchanged)
13. 10. (Unchanged)
(Reason: Items deleted are for one- and two -family dwellings regulated by the International
Residential Code. Accessory structures, fences and shade cloth structures would require a permit
for commercial properties to ensure compliance with local ordinance, egress, accessibility, flame
spread of fabric, wind/snow design load, etc.).
**Section 109; add Section 109.7 to read as follows:
109.7 Re-inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted;
3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red-tagged twice for the same item;
6. The original red tag has been removed from the job site.
7. Failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree protection.
Any re-inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that job
site.
**Section 109; add Section 109.8, 109.8.1, 109.8.2 and 109.9 to read as follows:
109.8 Work without a permit.
109.8.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been
commenced without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a
permit may be issued for such work.
109.8.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not
a permit is subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit
fee required by this code or the city fee schedule as applicable. The payment of such
investigation fee shall not exempt the applicant from compliance with all other provisions of
either this code or the technical codes nor from penalty prescribed by law.
109.9 Unauthorized cover up fee. Any work concealed without first obtaining the required
inspection in violation of Section 110 shall be assessed a fee as established by the city fee
schedule.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and to remove
incentive to attempt to evade permits and code compliance. Text taken from former Uniform
Administrative Code.)
***Section 202; add definition of Assisting Living Facilities to read as follows.
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ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-hour
basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential
environment which provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to
an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff.
**Section 202; change definition of “Atrium” as follows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting two three or more stories… {Balance remains unchanged}
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 75 55 feet (22
860 mm) (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
***Section 303.1.3; add a sentence to read as follows:
303.1.3 Associated with Group E occupancies. A room or space used for assembly purposes that
is associated with a Group E occupancy is not considered a separate occupancy. except when
applying the assembly requirements of Chapter 10 and 11.
**Section 304.1; add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
**Section 403.1, Exception 3; change to read as follows:
3. Open air portions of buildings Buildings with a Group A-5 occupancy in accordance with
Section 303.6.
**Section 403.3, Exception; delete item 2.
**Section 404.5; delete Exception.
**Section 406.3.2; add item 3 to read as follows:
3. A separation is not required between a Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is
entirely open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm).
**Section 406.8; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing
of motor vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement,
shocks, minor part replacement and other such minor repairs.
**Section 506.2.2; add sentence to read as follows:
506.2.2 Open Space Limits. Such open space shall be either on the same lot or dedicated for
public use and shall be accessed from a street or approved fire lane. In order to be considered as
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accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10-foot wide pathway
meeting fire department access from the street or approved fire lane shall be provided.
**Section 712.1.8, change item 5 to read as follows:
5. Is not open to a corridor in Group I and R H occupancies.
**Section 713.14.1 Elevator Lobby. Exceptions: 4.3 change to read as follows:
***Section 713.14.1; Exception 4.3 Elevators serving floor levels over 75 55 feet (22 860 mm)
(16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access in high rise buildings.
**Section 903.1.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying
with Section 904 shall be permitted in lieu of addition to automatic sprinkler protection where
recognized by the applicable standard and, or as approved by the fire code official.
(Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection
in general. An applicant could pursue an Alternate Method request to help mitigate the
reliability issues with these alternative systems with the fire code official if so desired, or ther e
may be circumstances in which the fire code official is acceptable to allowing an alternate
system in lieu of sprinklers, such as kitchen hoods or paint booths. This also meets with local
practices in the region.)
**Section 903.2; add the following:
[F] 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures
shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12. Automatic
Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevat or machine spaces, and
elevator hoistways, other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip
requirements under any circumstances. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine
room. Signage shall be provided at the entry doors to the elevator machine room indicating
“ELEVATOR MACHINERY – NO STORAGE ALLOWED.”
(Reason: Firefighter and public safety. This amendment eliminates the shunt trip requirement of
the International Building Code Section 3006.5 for the purpose of elevator passenger and
firefighter safety. This amendment is contingent on the Building Code amendment eliminating
the Exceptions to Section 3006.4, such that passive fire barriers for these areas are maintained.
This also meets with local practices in the reg ion.)
**Section 903.2; delete the exception.
**Section 903.2.9; add Section 903.2.9.3 to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.9.3 Self-service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout all self-service storage facilities.
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Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one-
hour fire barrier separation wall installed between every storage compartment.
***Section 903.3.1.1.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic sprinklers
shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such ...{text unchanged}… because
it is damp, of fire -resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire
hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the
contents, when approved by the code official.
3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from
the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire-
resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.
4. In rooms or areas that are of noncombustible construction with wholly noncombustible
contents.
5. Fire service access Elevator machine rooms, machinery spaces, and hoistways,other than pits
where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances.
6. {Delete.}
***Section 903.3.1.2.2; add the following:
[F]Section 903.3.1.2.2 Attics, Open Breezeways, and Attached Garages. Sprinkler protection is
required in attic spaces of such buildings two or more stories in height, open breezeways, and
attached garages.
**Section 903.3.1.3; add the following:
[F] 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and
two -family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 congregate living facilities and townhouses shall be
permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in accordance with state
law.
**Section 903.3.5 Water Supplies; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
[F] Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in co nformance with the supply
requirements of the respective standards; however, every fire protection system shall be designed
with a 10 psi safety factor. Reference Section IFC 507.4 for additional design requirements.
**Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms; add a second paragraph after the
exceptions to read as follows:
[F] Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to
the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45
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seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department
hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the
central station upon tampering.
**Section 903.4.2 Alarms; add second paragraph to read as follows:
[F] The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a weatherproof horn/strobe
notification appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable
to the fire department connection.
**Section 905.2 Installation standard; change to read as follows:
[F] 905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this
section and NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10
psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm.
**Section 905.4, item 5; change to read as follows:
[F] 5. Where the roof has a slope less than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3-
percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way a hose connection shall be
located to serve the roof or at the highest landing of a stairway with stair access to the roof
provided in accordance with Section 1009.16. An additional hose connection shall be provided at
the top of the most hydraulically remote standpipe for testing purposes.
**Section 905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections; add the following item 7:
[F] 7. When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be placed adjacent to all
required exits to the structure and at two hundred feet (200’) intervals along major corridors
thereafter.
**Section 905.9 Valve supervision; add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as
follows:
[F] Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to
the sprinkler syst em and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45
seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department
hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the
central station upon tampering.
**Add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:
[F] 907.1.4 Design standards. All alarm systems new or replacement shall be addressable.
Alarm systems serving more than 20 smoke detectors shall be analog addressable.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion
initiated after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When
cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18
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months of permit application.
**Section 907.2.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system
in accordance with new Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group A occupancies having an
occupant load of 300 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level
of exit discharge. Group A occupancies not separated from one another in accordance with
Section 707.3.9 of the International Building Code shall be considered as a single occupancy for
the purposes of applying this section. Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly
purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as required for the Group E occupancy.
Exception: {unchanged.}
Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall:
1. Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less than 1 foot -candle (11 lux) at
the walking surface level, and
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions.
**Section 907.2.3; change to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal
utilizing an emergency voice/alarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section
907.5.2.2 and installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E
educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed,
such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved
smoke detection system shall be installed in Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by
a minimum of 100' open space, all buildings, whether portable buildings or the main building,
will be considered one building for alarm occupant load consideration and interconnection of
alarm systems.
**Section 907.2.3; add exception 1.1 to read as follows:
[F] Exceptions:
1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational and day care occupancies
with an occupant load of 30 or less when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
1.1. Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected single
station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 2 1/2 or less years of
age, see Section 907.2.6.)
*** Section 907.4.2 Manual fire alarm boxes to read as follows:
[F] {Text unchanged}……Sections 907.4.2.1 through 907.4.2. 6. 7
(Reason: Added number 907.4.2.7.)
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***Add Section 907.4.2.7 to read as follows:
[F] 907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type.
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms. Consistent with regional requirements.)
**Add Section 907.6.1.1 to read as follows:
[F] 907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that
a failure of any single initiating device or single open in an initiating circuit conductor will not
interfere with the normal operation of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLC) shall
be installed in such a way that a single open will not interfere with the operation of any
addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and return SLC conductors shall be installed in
accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits and shall have a minimum of four
feet separation horizontal and one foot vertical between supply and return circuit conductors.
The initiating device circuit (IDC) from an addressable input (monitor) module may be wired
Class B, provided the distance from the addressable module to the initiating device is ten feet or
less.
**Add Section 907.6.5.3 to read as follows:
[F] 907.6.5.3 Communication requirements. All alarm systems, new or replacement, shall
transmit alarm, supervisory and trouble signals descriptively to the approved central station,
remote supervisory station or proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA 72, with the
correct device designation and location of addressable device identification. Alarms shall not be
permitted to be transmitted as a General Alarm or Zone condition.
**Section 910.1; change Exception 2 to read as follows:
[F] 2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast -response (ESFR)
sprinklers, automatic only manual smoke and heat vents shall not be required w ithin these areas.
Automatic smoke and heat vents are prohibited.
*** Section 910.2 Where required to read as follows:
[F] {Text unchanged}……Sections 910.2.1 and through 910.2.2 4
**Add subsections 910.2.3 with exceptions to read as follows:
[F] 910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows:
1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more than 15,000 square feet
(1394 m2) in single floor area.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
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2. In areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3, and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers,
Class 1 and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials,
or Class 2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity classification.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
**Add subsections 910.2.4 to read as follows:
[F] 910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group
F-1 or S-1 occupancy where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance
with Section 1016.2.2.
**Table 910.3; Change the title of the first row of the table from “Group F-1 and S-1” to include
“Group H” and to read as follows:
Group H, F-1 and S-1
**Add Section 912.2.3 to read as follows:
[F] 912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the
fire department connection as the fire hose lays along an unobstructed path.
**Section 913.1; add second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
[F] When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room shall be provided
with an exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3 ft. in width and 6 ft. – 8 in. in
height, regardless of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this
door, as required by IFC Section 506.1.
Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an
exterior wall, the corridor leading to the fire pump room access from the exterior of the building
shall be provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the pump room, or as
approved by the fire code official. Access keys shall be provided in the key box as required by
IFC Section 506.1.
(Reason: This requirement allows fire fighters safer access to the fire pump room. The
requirement allows access without being required to enter the building and locate the fire pump
room interior access door during a fire event. The exception recognizes that this will not always
be a feasible design scenario for some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative
to protect the pathway to the fire pump room.)
**Section 1007.1; add the following Exception 4:
Exceptions:
{previous exceptions unchanged}
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4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans,
including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance
with the requirements of Section 1007.
*** Section 1007.5; Platform lifts, amend to read as follows:
1007.5 Platform lifts. Platform (wheelchair) lifts . . . required accessible route in Section 1109.7
8, Items 1 through 9 10. Standby power . . {remainder unchanged}
***Section 1008.1.9.4; amend exceptions 3 and 4 as follows:
Exceptions:
3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, M or
S occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A, B, F, M or S occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
**Section 1008.1.9.9; change to read as follows:
1008.1.9.9 Electromagnetically locked egress doors. Doors in the means of egress in buildings
with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, I-1, I-2, M, R-1 or R-2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group
A, B, E, I-1, I-2, M, R-1 or R-2 shall be permitted to be electromagnetically locked if equipped
with listed hardware that incorporates a built-in switch and meet the requirements below:
{remaining text unchanged}
**Section 1015; add new section 1015.7 to read as follows:
1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply.
Reference the electrical code as adopted.
(Reason: Cross reference necessary for coordination.)
***Section 1016; add new section 1016.2.2 to read as follows:
1016.2.2 Group F-1 and S-1 increase. The maximum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet
(122 m) in Group F-1 or S-1 occupancies where all of the following are met:
1. The portion of the building classified as Group F-1 or S-1 is limited to one story in height;
2. The minimum height from the finished floor to the bottom of the ceiling or roof slab or deck is
24 feet (7315 mm); and
3. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1.
***Section 1018.1; add exception 6 to read as follows:
{previous text unchanged}
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6. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings within single tenant spaces need not
be of fire-resistive construction when the tenant space corridor is provided with system smoke
detectors tied to an approved automatic fire alarm. The actuation of any detector shall activate
alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor.
**Section 1018.6; amend to read as follows:
1018.6, Corridor Continuity. Fire-Resistance-Rated All corridors shall be continuous from the
point of entry to an exit, and shall not be interrupted by intervening rooms. {Remainder
unchanged}
{Exception unchanged}
**Section 1026.6; amend exception 4 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged}
4. Separation from the interior open-ended corridors of the building… {remaining text
unchanged}
***Section 1028.1.1.1; delete.
***Section 1029.1; amend to read as follows:
1029.1 General. In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter, provisions shall be
made for emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R and I-1 Group R-2 occupancies in
accordance with Tables 1021.2(1) and 1021.2(2) and Group R-3 occupancies. {Remainder
unchanged}
Exceptions:
{Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged.}
4. In other than Group R-3 occupancies, buildings equipped throughout with an approved
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
**Section 1101.2; Add exception to read as follows:
Exceptions: Projects registered with the Architectural Barriers Division of the Texas Department
of Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this
Chapter.
***Section 1203.1; amend to read as follows:
***1203.1 General. Buildings shall be provided with natural ventilation in accordance with
Section 1203.4, or mechanical ventilation in accordance with the International Mechanical Code.
Where air infiltration rate in a dwelling unit is less than 5 air changes or less per hour when
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tested with a blower door at a pressure 0.2 inch w.c. (50 Pa) in accordance with Section
402.4.1.2 of the International Energy Conservation Code, the dwelling unit shall be ventilated by
mechanical means in accordance with Section 403 of the International Mechanical Code.
***Table 1505.1; delete footnote c and replace footnote b with the following:
b. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not
more than 120 sq. ft. of protected roof area. When exceeding 120 sq. ft. of protected roof area,
buildings of U occupancies may use non-rated non-combustible roof coverings.
c. [delete]
**Section 1505.7; delete the section
**Section 1510.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
1510.1 General. Materials and methods of applications used for recovering or replacing an
existing roof covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 15. All individual
replacement shingles or shakes shall be in compliance with the rating required by Table 1505.1.
{text of exception unchanged}
**Section 2901.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
[P] 2901.1 Scope. {existing text to remain} The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in
coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any
conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine which provision
applies.
**Section 2902.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In other than E Occupancies, the minimum number of fixtures in Table 2902.1 may be lowered,
if requested in writing, by the applicant stating reasons for a reduced number and approved by
the Building Official.
**Table 2902.1; change footnote f to read as follows:
f. Drinking fountains are not required in M Occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or less, B
Occupancies with an occupant load of 25 or less, and for dining and/or drinking establishments.
***Section 2902.1.3; add new Section 2902.1.3 to read as follows:
2902.1.3 Additional fixtures for food preparation facilities. In addition to the fixtures required in
this Chapter, all food service facilities shall be provided with additional fixtures set out in this
section.
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2902.1.3.1 Hand washing lavatory. At least one hand washing lavatory shall be provided for use
by employees that is accessible from food preparation, food dispensing and ware washing areas.
Additional hand washing lavatories may be required based on convenience of use by employees.
2902.1.3.2 Service sink. In new or remodeled food service establishments, at least one service
sink or one floor sink shall be provided so that it is conveniently located for the cleaning of mops
or similar wet floor cleaning tool and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. The
location of the service sink(s) and/or mop sink(s) shall be approved by the <Jurisdiction’s>
health department.
**Section 3006.1; change to read as follows:
3006.1, General. Access Elevator machine rooms shall be provided. {Remainder unchanged.}
**Section 3006.4 {3006.5 if previous amendment adopted}; add a sentence to read as follows
and delete exceptions 1 and 2:
[F] 3006.4. Machine Rooms and Machinery Spaces: {text unchanged}… Storage shall not be
allowed within the elevator machine room. Provide approved signage at each entry door to the
elevator machine room stating “Elevator Machinery – No Storage Allowed.”
***Section 3109.1; change to read as follows:
3109.1 General. Swimming pools shall comply with the requirements of sections 3109.2 through
3109.5 and other applicable sections of this code and complying with applicable state laws.
(Reason: To recognize “state requirements”.)
***Section 3401.6 5 Alternative Compliance. Work performed in accordance with the
International Existing Building Code shall be deemed to comply with the provisions of this
chapter with prior approval from the Building Official.
***Section 3401.5 6 Dangerous Conditions. {Remainder unchanged.}
Sec. 18-35. –Amendments to the 2012 International Residential Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Residential Code are
hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IRC. Underlined type is text inserted.
Lined through type is deleted text from IRC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section
identifies an amendment carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk
identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2012 code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to
insert their local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to
the attention of cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several
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jurisdictions. It is still intended to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1
amendments to include.
The energy provisions in Chapter 11 of the International Residential Code (IRC) now mirror the
requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). As such, there is no
difference between Chapter 11 of the 2012 IRC and the 2012 IECC. Reference the 2012 IECC
for NCTCOG recommended amendments to that code.
**Section R102.4; change to read as follows:
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards
referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed
extent of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections R102.4.1 and R102.4.2.
Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference
to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any
reference made to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section R202; change definition of "Townhouse" to read as follows:
TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of three or more attached
units separated by property lines in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with a
yard or public way on at least two sides.
***Table R301.2(1); fill in as follows:
GROUND SNOW
LOAD
WIND DESIGN SEISMIC DESIGN
CATEGORYf SPEEDd (mph) Topographic Effectsk
5 lb/ft2 90 (3-sec-gust)/76
fastest mile No A
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
Weatheringa Frost line depthb Termitec
moderate 6” very heavy
WINTER DESIGN
TEMPe
ICE BARRIER UNDER-
LAYMENT REQUIREDh
FLOOD
HAZARDSg AIR FREEZING
INDEXi MEAN ANNUAL
TEMPj
22oF No local code 150 64.9oF
{No change to footnotes}
**Section R302.1; add exception #6 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {previous exceptions unchanged}
6. Open non-combustible carport structures may be constructed when also approved within
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adopted ordinances.
***Section R302.2, Exception; change to read as follows:
Exception: A common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall assembly, or one-hour fire-resistance-
rated wall assembly when equipped with a sprinkler system… {remainder unchanged}
***Section R302.2.4, Exception 5; change to read as follows:
Exception: {previous exceptions unchanged}
5. Townhouses separated by a common 1-hour fire-resistance-rated wall as provided in Section
R302.2.
***Section R302.3; add Exception #3 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing text unchanged}
2. {existing text unchanged}
3. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the structure shall
be separated as required for townhouses.
***Section R302.5.1; change to read as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening protection. Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for
sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between the garage and residence shall
be equipped with solid wood doors not less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or
honeycomb core steel doors not less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire-rated
doors equipped with a self-closing device.
(Reason: Consistent with common local practice. Absence of data linking self-closing devices
to increase safety. Self-closing devices often fail to close the door entirely.)
***Section R303.3, Exception; amend to read as follows:
Exception: The glazed areas {remainder unchanged} unless the space contains only a water
closet, a lavatory, or water closet and a lavatory may be ventilated with an approved mechanical
recirculating fan or similar device designed to remove odors from the air.
***R303.4 Mechanical Ventilation; change to read as follows:
Where the air infiltration rate of a dwelling unit is less than 5 air changes per hour or less when
tested with a blower door at a pressure of 0.2 inch w.c. (50 Pa) in accordance with Section
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N1102.4.1.2, the dwelling unit shall be provided with whole-house mechanical ventilation in
accordance with Section M1507.3.
W***Section R311.7.3: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception:
The vertical rise between landings may be increased to 14 feet for winding stairways with
handrails on both sides.
(Reason: To accommodate the current trend of providing 12 foot ceiling heights.)
W***Section R311.7.8: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception:
When the run is greater than twice the rise, handrails shall not be required for exterior stairways.
***Section R315.3, amend and add exceptions as follows:
Where required in existing dwellings. Where work requiring a permit for an addition or an
alteration that occurs in existing dwellings, that have attached garages or in existing dwellings
within which fuel-fired appliances exist, carbon monoxide alarms shall be provided in
accordance with Section R315.1:
Exceptions:
1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement of roofing or
siding, or the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the addition of a porch or deck,
are exempt from the requirements of this section.
2. Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or mechanical systems are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
(Reason: Consistent with exceptions in Section R314.3.1)
***Section R401.2, amended by adding a new paragraph following the existing paragraph to
read as follows.
Section R401.2. Requirements. {existing text unchanged} …
Every foundation and/or footing, or any size addition to an existing post-tension foundation,
regulated by this code shall be designed and sealed by a Texas-registered engineer.
**Section 602.6.1; amend the following:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in or partly in
an exterior wall or interior load-bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top
plate by more than 50 percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick
(1.37 mm) (16 Ga) and 1 ½ inches (38) mm 5 inches (127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and
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to the plate at each side of the opening with not less than eight 10d (0.148 inch diameter) having
a minimum length of 1 ½ inches (38 mm) at each side or equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to
prevent splitting of the top plate material. The metal tie must extend a minimum of 6 inches past
the opening. See figure R602.6.1. {remainder unchanged}
**Figure R602.6.1; delete the figure and insert the following figure:
**Section R602.10 Wall Bracing; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
As part of any wall bracing plan, continuous exterior sheathing with wood structural panels shall
be required on all exterior walls.
**Section R703.7.4.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
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In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
1. When studs are 16 in (407 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in
(737 mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation; or
2. When studs are 24 in (610 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in
(483 mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
(Reason: Provide easy to install and inspect dimensions to clarify how to anchor and to
distinguish “studs” from other types of construction.)
**Section R902.1; Amend and add exception #3 to read as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections
R904 and R905. Class A, B, or C roofing shall be installed in areas designated by law as
requiring their use or when the edge of the roof is less than 3 feet from a lot line. {remainder
unchanged}
Exceptions:
1. {text unchanged}
2. {text unchanged}
3. {text unchanged}
4. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one-story detached accessory structures
used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed (area defined by jurisdiction).
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice. Language fits better in this section. Aligned the area
and descript ion of the building to be consistent with the item #1 to Section R105.2)
Part IV – Energy Conservation - Chapter 11 [RE} *** insert text to read as follows:
Residential Provisions for Energy Efficiency
(Reason: To remain consistent with IECC residential provisions.)
***Section M1305.1.3; change to read as follows:
**Section M1411.3.1, Items 3 and 4; add text to read as follows:
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M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. {bulk of paragraph unchanged}
1. {text unchanged}
2. {text unchanged}
3. An auxiliary drain pan… {bulk of text unchanged}… with Item 1 of this section. A water
level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
4. A water level detection device… {bulk of text unchanged}… overflow rim of such pan.
A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
**Section M1411.3.1.1; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1.1 Water-level monitoring devices. On down-flow units …{bulk of text
unchanged}… installed in the drain line. A water level detection device may be installed only
with prior approval of the building official.
***M1503.4 Makeup Air Required Amend and add exception as follows:
M1503.4 Makeup air required. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess of 400
cubic feet per minute (0.19 m3/s) shall be provided with makeup air at a rate approximately
equal to the difference between the exhaust air rate and 400 cubic feet per minute. Such makeup
air systems shall be equipped with a means of closure and shall be automatically controlled to
start and operate simultaneously with the exhaust system.
Exception: Where all appliances in the house are of sealed combustion, power-vent, unvented,
or electric, the exhaust hood system shall be permitted to exhaust up to 600 cubic feet per minute
(0.28 m3/s) without providing makeup air. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in
excess of 600 cubic feet per minute (0.28 m3/s) shall be provided with a makeup air at a rate
approximately equal to the difference between the exhaust air rate and 600 cubic feet per minute.
**Section M2005.2; change to read as follows:
M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel-fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a
storage closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed
enclosure so that combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such
enclosure may be from the bedroom or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in
accordance with the exterior door air leakage requirements of the International Energy
Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self-closing device. Installation of direct-
vent water heaters within an enclosure is not required.
**Section G2408.3 (305.5); delete.
**Section G2415.2.1 (404.2.1); add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure
with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the
following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
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"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
**Section G2415.2.2 (404.2.2); add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" (18 EDH).
**Section G2415.12 (404.12); change to read as follows:
G2415.12 (404.12) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a
minimum depth of 12 inches (305 mm) 18 inches (457 mm) below grade, except as provided for
in Section G2415.12.1.
***Section G2415.12.1 (404.12.1); change to read as follows:
G2415.12.1) Individual outside appliances. Individual lines to outside lights, grills or other
appliances shall be installed a minimum of 8 12 inches (203 mm) below finished grade…. Rest
unchanged.
**Section G2417.1 (406.1); change to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall
be inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and
installation practices comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make
the applicable tests prescribed in Sections 2417.1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance
with the provisions of this code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the
building official when the piping system is ready for test ing. The equipment, material, power
and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the permit holder and the
permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand the test pressure
prescribed in the follow ing tests.
**Section G2417.4; change to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer
or with a pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a
pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be
isolated before the pressure tests are made. Mechanical gauges Gauges used to measure…
{remainder unchanged}
**Section G2417.4.1; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than one and
one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure, but not less than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge),
or at the discretion of the Building Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of
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at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge.
irrespective of design pressure. Where the test pressure exceeds 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the
test pressure shall not exceed a value that produces a hoop stress in the piping greater than 50
percent of the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe. For tests requiring a pressure of 3
psig, mechanical gauges used to measure test pressures shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diaphragm diameter of three and one half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation
and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring
a pressure of 10 psig, mechanical diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter
of three and one-half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a
pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. have a range such that the highest end of the scale is not
greater than five times the test pressure.
For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches
water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure
(52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6
kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa)
(7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half times the proposed maximum
working pressure.
**Section G2417.4.2; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test duration shall be held for a length of time
satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for be not less than 10 fifteen (15) minutes.
For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches
water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory
to the Building Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes.
**Section G2420.1 (406.1); add Section G2420.1.4 to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel
(CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent
support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at
intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches
from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free
expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All
valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement
of the supporting piping.
***Section G2420.5.1 (409.5.1); add text to read as follows:
G2420.5.1 (409.5.1) Located within the same room. The shutoff valve …{bulk of paragraph
unchanged}… in accordance with the appliance manufacturer’s instructions. A secondary shutoff
valve must be installed within 3 feet (914 mm) of the firebox if appliance shutoff is located in the
firebox.
**Section G2421.1 (410.1); add text and Exception to read as follows:
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G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be … {bulk of paragraph
unchanged}… approved for outdoor installation. Access to regulators shall comply with the
requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
**Section G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3); delete Exception 1 and Exception 4.
**Section G2445.2 (621.2); add Exception to read as follows:
G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the
sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented room heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units,
in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Building
Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas
Code Section 108.7 of the Fuel Gas Code.
**Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1); change to read as follows:
G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to
access, sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this
code.
**Section P2801.6; add Exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Electric Water Heater.
**Section P2902.5.3; change to read as follows:
P2902.5.3 Lawn irrigation systems. The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be
protected against backflow by an atmospheric-type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum
breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve
shall not be installed downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are
introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be protected against backflow by a
reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
**Section P3005.2.6; change to read as follows:
P3005.2.6 Base of stacks Upper Terminal. A cleanout shall be provided at the base of each waste
or soil stack. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its upper terminal.
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Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than five (5) feet (1524 mm) in
length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals.
**Section P3112.2; delete and replace with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the
floor and may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the
drainboard height and then returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain
immediately downstream from the vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to
the horizontal drain through a wye-branch fitting and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot
vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by means of a wye-branch immediately below the floor
and extending to the nearest partition and then through the roof to the open air or may be
connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the flood level
rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the floor
level and a minimum slope of one-quarter (1/4) inch per foot (20.9 mm/m) back to the drain shall
be maintained. The return bend used under the drainboard shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an
assembly of a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-
five (45) degree (0.79 radius) elbow in the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere
required in this Code. The island sink drain, upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other
fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed in the vertical portion of the foot vent.
Sec. 18-36. –Amendments to the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code.
The following articles, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC)
are hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the NEC. Underlined type is text
inserted. Lined through type is deleted text from NEC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of
an article identifies an amendment carried over from the 2008 edition of the code and a triple
asterisk (***) identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2011 code.
***Article 100, Part I; amend the following definition:
Intersystem Bonding Termination. A device that provides a means for connecting bonding
conductors for communication systems and other systems such as metallic gas piping systems to
the grounding electrode system.
***Article 110.2; change the following to read as follows:
110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code shall be
acceptable only if approved. Approval of equipment may be evident by listing and labeling of
equipment by a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) with a certification mark of that
laboratory or a qualified third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a jurisdiction or is
field modified is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval may be by a field evaluation
by a NRTL or qualified third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
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Manufacturer’s self-certification of any equipment shall not be used as a basis for approval by
the AHJ.
Informational Note: See 90.7, Examination of Equipment for Safety, and 110.3, Examination,
Identification, Installation, and Use of Equipment. See definitions of Approved, Identified,
Labeled, and Listed.
**Article 230.71(A); add the following exception:
Exception: Multi-occupant buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is limited to six for
each occupant. The number of individual disconnects at one location may exceed six.
***Article 240.91; delete the Article.
(REASON FOR CHANGE: Present day equipment is not listed and has not been evaluat ed for
the use. Removing this article may prevent both installers and AHJ’s from misapplying the
Code.)
**Article 300.11; add the following exception:
Exception: Ceiling grid support wires may be used for structural supports when the associated
wiring is located in that area, not more than two raceways or cables supported per wire, with a
maximum nominal metric designation 16 (trade size 1/2”).
**Article 310.15(B)(7); change to read as follows:
(7) 120/240-Volt, 3-Wire, Single-Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. For dwelling units,
conductors, as listed in Table 310.15(B)(7), shall be…{text unchanged}…provided the
requirements of 215.2, 220.61, and 230.42 are met. This Article shall not be used in conjunction
with 220.82.
**Article 500.8(A)(3); change to read as follows:
500.8 Equipment. Articles 500 through 504 require equipment construction and installation
standards that ensure safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than
ordinary care with regard to installation and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 2: Since there is no consistent relationship between explosion properties
and ignition temperature, the two are independent requirements.
Informational Note No. 3: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Explosion
proof or dust-ignition proof equipment may not be suitable for use at temperatures lower than -
25°C (-13°F) unless they are identified for low-temperature service. However, at low ambient
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temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may not exist in a location classified as Class
I, Division 1 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Suitability. Suitability of identified equipment shall be determined by one of the following:
(1) Equipment listing or labeling
(2) Evidence of equipment evaluation from a qualified testing laboratory or inspection agency
concerned with product evaluation
(3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a manufacturer's self-
evaluation or an owner's engineering judgment signed and sealed by a qualified Licensed
Professional Engineer.
Informational Note: Additional documentation for equipment may include certificates
demonstrating compliance with applicable equipment standards, indicating special conditions of
use, and other pertinent information. Guidelines for certificates may be found in ANSI/ISA
12.00.02, Certificate Standard for AEx Equipment for Hazardous (Classified) Locations.
**Article 505.7(A) changed to read as follows:
505.7 Special Precaution. Article 505 requires equipment construction and installation that
ensures safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than
ordinary care with regard to the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in
hazardous (classified) locations.
Informational Note No. 2: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Electrical
equipment depending on the protection techniques described by 505.8(A) may not be suitable for
use at temperatures lower than -20°C (-4°F) unless they are identified for use at lower
temperatures. However, at low ambient temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may
not exist in a location classified Class I, Zones 0, 1, or 2 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and
design, selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be
performed by a qualified persons Licensed Professional Engineer.
***Article 680.25(A) changed to read as follows:
680.25 Feeders. These provisions shall apply to any feeder on the supply side of panelboards
supplying branch circuits for pool equipment covered in Part II of this article and on the load
side of the service equipment or the source of a separately derived system.
(A) Wiring Methods.
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(1) Feeders. Feeders shall be installed in rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit. The
following wiring methods shall be permitted if not subject to physical damage:
(1) Liquid tight flexible nonmetallic conduit
(2) Rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit
(3) Reinforced thermosetting resin conduit
(4) Electrical metallic tubing where installed on or within a building
(5) Electrical nonmetallic tubing where installed within a building
(6) Type MC cable where installed within a building and if not subject to corrosive environment
(7) Nonmetallic-sheathed cable
(8) Type SE cable
Exception: An existing feeder between an existing remote panelboard and service equipment
shall be permitted to run in flexible metal conduit or an approved cable assembly that includes an
equipment grounding conductor within its outer sheath. The equipment grounding conductor
shall comply with 250.24(A)(5).
Sec 18-39. – Amendments to the 2012 International Mechanical Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Mechanical Code are
hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IMC. Underlined type is text inserted.
Lined through type is deleted text from the IMC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section
identifies an amendment carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk
identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2012 edition of the code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to
insert their local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to
the attention of cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several
jurisdictions. It is still intended to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1
amendments to include.
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the
provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced
codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference
the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the
Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section 304.6; delete.
***Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided . . .
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{bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions
shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such
dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an
appliance shall be rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum, for
access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official
due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of
being serviced and removed… {remainder of section unchanged}
***Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. . Where equipment requiring
access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that
personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an a
permanent interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders
providing roof access need not extend closer than 8 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or
floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such
access shall . . . {bulk of section to read the same}. . . on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units
vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope). ... {bulk of section to read the same}.
**Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require
service are installed on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent
slope) or greater on roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and
having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16
inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided
from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on
each side of the appliance to which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The
platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with
guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be
constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall
comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code.
**Section 306; add Section 306.6 to read as follows:
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306.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water
heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall
be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay-in ceiling and the water heater installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle
outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in
accordance with Section 306.3.1.
**Section 307.2.2; change to read as follows:
307.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be
cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS,
CPVC or schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components
shall be selected for the pressure, and temperature, and exposure rating of the installation.
{Remaining language unchanged}
**Section 307.2.3; amend item 2 to read as follows:
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan provided with the
equipment. Such overflow drain shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert
occupants in the event of a stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect
to the drain pan at a higher level than the primary drain connection. However, the conspicuous
point shall not create a hazard such as dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to
create a nuisance.
**Section 403.2.1; add an item 5 to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or
combination thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar
device designed to remove odors from the air.
**Section 501.2; add an exception to read as follows:
501.2 Exhaust discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust system shall be
discharged outdoors at a point where it will not cause a nuisance and not less than the distances
specified in Section 501.2.1. The air shall be discharged to a location from which it cannot again
be readily drawn in by a ventilating system. Air shall not be exhausted into an attic or crawl
space.
Exceptions:
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1. Whole-house ventilation-type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into the attic space of
dwelling units having private attics.
2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems.
3. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of
outside air is present.
**Section 607.5.1; change to read as follows:
607.5.1 Fire Walls. Ducts and air transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with
Section 705.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with listed fire dampers
installed in accordance with their listing. For hazardous exhaust systems see Section 510.1-510.9
IMC.
Sec 18-40 – Amendments to the 2012 International Plumbing Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Plumbing Code are
hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IPC. Underlined type is text inserted.
Lined through type is deleted text from the IPC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section
identifies an amendment carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple asterisk
identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2012 edition of the code.
Note: Historically NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to
insert their local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to
the attention of cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several
jurisdictions. It is still intended to be discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1
amendments to include.
**Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714; change to read as follows:
714 Engineered Computerized Drainage Design . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 13 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall
be considered as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference. Where the differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced
standards, the provisions of this code shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever
amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said
code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to
NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
**Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3; change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as indicated in the following
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schedule: adopted by resolution of the governing body of the jurisdiction.
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for authorize authorizing the
refunding of fees as follows. {Delete balance of section}
**Section 109; Delete entire section and insert the following:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code
official to the board of appeals established by ordinance. The board shall be governed by the
enabling ordinance.
**Section 305.6.1; change to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall be a
minimum of [number] inches (mm) below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection.
Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
**Section 305.9; change to read as follows:
305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system
installed within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a
manner in which they would be exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise
protected in an approved manner.
***Section 314.2.1; change to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be
conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. ... {text unchanged} ...
Condensate shall not discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause
a nuisance.
***Section 314.2.2; change to read as follows:
314.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be
cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS,
CPVC, or schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components
shall be selected for the pressure, and temperature and exposure rating of the installation. Joints
and connections shall be made in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 7 relative
to the material type. Condensate waste and drain line size shall not be less than ¾-inch (19 mm)
internal diameter and shall not decrease in size from the drain pan connection to the place of
condensate disposal. Where the drain pipes from more than one unit are manifolded together for
condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in accordance with Table 314.2.2. All
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horizontal sections of drain piping shall be installed in uniform alignment at a uniform slope.
***Section 401.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
401.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design and installation of plumbing
fixtures, faucets and fixture fittings in accordance with the type of occupancy, and shall provide
for the minimum number of fixtures for various types of occupancies. The provisions of this
Chapter coordinate with the provisions of the Building Code. Should any conflicts arise between
the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine which provision applies.
**Section 403.1; change to read as follows:
403.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of
occupancy and in the minimum number as follows:
1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level
in an approved location.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are
employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in
Section 403.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also
comply with the number shown in Table 403.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 403.1
shall be considered individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be
determined by the International Building Code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in
accordance with the International Building Code.
**Section 405.6; delete.
**Section 409.2; change to read as follows:
409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be
protected against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608.
**Section 412.4; change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location Public laundries and central washing facilities. Floor drains shall be
installed in the following areas.
1. In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family
dwellings, the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains
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located to readily drain the entire floor area. Such drains shall have a minimum outlet of not less
than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may
accept floor sinks.
**Section 419.3; change to read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding material. Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet (610 mm) in front of a urinal
lip and 4 feet (1219 mm) above the floor and at least 2 feet (610 mm) to each side of the urinal
shall be waterproofed with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard, nonabsorbent material.
**Section 502.6; Add Section 502.6 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in
which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor
level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
502.6.1 Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not
adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting
and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 502.1.
**Section 504.6; change to read as follows:
504.6 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve,
temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap. located in the same room as the water heater.
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size
to the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or
equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system
when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation
instructions and installed with those instructions.
5. Discharge to the floor, to a an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where discharging
to the outdoors in areas subject to freezing, discharge piping shall be first piped to an indirect
waste receptor through an air gap located in a conditioned area.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
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9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate lmore less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade the
floor or nor more than 6 inches above the waste receptor.
11. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves.
13. Be constructed of those materials listed in Section 605.4 or materials tested, rated and
approved for such use in accordance with ASME A112.4.1.
**Section 604.4; add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is more
restrictive than those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
***Section 604.8; add Section 604.8.3 to read as follows:
604.8.3 Thermal expansion control. An expansion tank or approved device shall be installed for
the
water heater with the addition of a pressure reducing valve or regulator
creating a closed system.
**Section 606.1; delete items #4 and #5.
**Section 606.2; change to read as follows:
606.2 Location of shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following locations:
1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one- and
two -family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that are provided
with unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar occupancies.
2. On the water supply pipe to each sillcock.
3. On the water supply pip e to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
**Section 608.1; change to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in
such a manner so as to prevent contamination from non-potable liquids, solids or gases being
introduced into the potable water supply through cross-connections or any other piping
connections to the system. Backflow preventer applications shall conform to applicable local
regulations, Table 608.1, except and as specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.10.
**Section 608.16.5; change to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to lawn irrigation systems.
The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an
atmospheric -type va cuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or
a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from
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an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable
water supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow
preventer.
***Section 608.17; change to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply shall be located and
const ructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable local
regulations. Installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 through 608.17.8.
**Section 610.1; add exception to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious matter and
disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that prescribed by the health
authority or water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the absence of a prescribed method, the
procedure described in either AWWA C651 or AWWA C652, or as described in this section.
This requirement shall apply to “on-site” or “inplant” fabrication of a system or to a modular
portion of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does not appear at
the points of outlet.
2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution containing at least 50
parts per million (50 mg/L) of chlorine, and the system or part thereof shall be valved off and
allowed to stand for 24 hours; or the system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine
solution containing at least 200 parts per million (200 mg/L) of chlorine and allowed to stand for
3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean potable water
until the chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shall be repeated where shown by a bacteriological examination that
contamination remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement when deemed un-
necessary. by the Code Official.
***Section 712; change to read as follows:
712.3.3.1 Materials. Pipe and fitting materials shall be constructed of brass, copper, CPVC,
duct ile iron, stainless steel, galvanized iron, PE, or PVC.
**Section 712.5; add Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any “public
use” occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual
pumps or ejectors arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure.
For storm drainage sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
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**Section 714, 714.1; change to read as follows:
SECTION 714
ENGINEERED COMPUTERIZED DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall be
permitted to be designed by approved computer design methods.
**Section 802.4; add a sentence to the end of the paragraph to read as follows:
802.4 Standpipes. Standpipes shall be… {text unchanged} …drains for rodding. No standpipe
shall be installed below the ground.
**Section 903.1; change to read as follows:
903.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least
six (6) inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose
other than weather protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above
the roof.
**Section 1002.10; delete.
***Section 1101.8; change to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts or manholes shall be installed in the building storm
drainage system and shall comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage pipe
cleanouts.
Exception: Subsurface drainage system
**Section 1106.1; change to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building
storm sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6)
inches per hour the 100-year hourly rainfall rate indicated in Figure 1106.1 or on other rainfall
rates determined from approved local weather data.
***Section 1107.3; change to read as follows:
1107.3 Sizing o f secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 1106 based on the rainfall rate for which the primary system is sized in
Figure 1106.1 or on other rainfall rates determined from approved local weather data. Scuppers
shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from exceeding that for which the roof was
designed as determined by Section 1101.7. Scuppers shall not have an opening dimension of less
than 4 inches (102 mm). The flow through the primary system shall not be considered when
sizing the secondary roof drain system.
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***Section 1202.1; delete Exception 2.
Sec 18-41 – Amendments to the 2011 National Electrical Code.
The following articles, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC)
are hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the NEC. Underlined type is text
inserted. Lined through type is deleted text from NEC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of
an article identifies an amendment carried over from the 2008 edition of the code and a triple
asterisk (***) identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2011 code.
***Article 100, Part I; amend the following definition:
Int ersystem Bonding Termination. A device that provides a means for connecting bonding
conductors for communication systems and other systems such as metallic gas piping systems to
the grounding electrode system.
***Article 110.2; change the following to read as follows:
110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code shall be
acceptable only if approved. Approval of equipment may be evident by listing and labeling of
equipment by a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) with a certification mark of that
laboratory or a qualified third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a jurisdiction or is
field modified is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval may be by a field evaluation
by a NRTL or qualified third party inspection agency approved by the AHJ.
Manufacturer’s self-certification of any equipment shall not be used as a basis for approval by
the AHJ.
Informational Note: See 90.7, Examination of Equipment for Safety, and 110.3, Examination,
Identification, Installation, and Use of Equipment. See definitions of Approved, Identified,
Labeled, and Listed.
**Article 230.71(A); add the following exception:
Exception: Multi-occupant buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is limited to six for
each occupant. The number of individual disconnects at one location may exceed six.
***Article 240.91; delete the Article.
**Article 300.11; add the following exception:
Exception: Ceiling grid support wires may be used for structural supports when the associated
wiring is located in that area, not more than two raceways or cables supported per wire, with a
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maximum nominal metric designation 16 (trade size 1/2”).
**Article 310.15(B)(7); change to read as follows:
(7) 120/240-Volt, 3-Wire, Single-Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. For dwelling units,
conductors, as listed in Table 310.15(B)(7), shall be…{text unchanged}…provided the
requirements of 215.2, 220.61, and 230.42 are met. This Article shall not be used in conjunction
with 220.82.
**Article 500.8(A)(3); change to read as follows:
500.8 Equipment. Articles 500 through 504 require equipment construction and installation
standards that ensure safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than
ordinary care with regard to installation and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 2: Since there is no consistent relationship between explosion properties
and ignition temperature, the two are independent requirements.
Informational Note No. 3: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Explosion
proof or dust-ignition proof equipment may not be suitable for use at temperatures lower than -
25°C (-13°F) unless they are identified for low-temperature service. However, at low ambient
temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may not exist in a location classified as Class
I, Division 1 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Suitability. Suitability of identified equipment shall be determined by one of the following:
(1) Equipment listing or labeling
(2) Evidence of equipment evaluation from a qualified testing laboratory or inspection agency
concerned with product evaluation
(3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a manufacturer's self-
evaluation or an owner's engineering judgment signed and sealed by a qualified Licensed
Professional Engineer.
Informational Note: Additional documentation for equipment may include certificates
demonstrating compliance with applicable equipment standards, indicating special conditions of
use, and other pertinent information. Guidelines for certificates may be found in ANSI/ISA
12.00.02, Certificate Standard for AEx Equipment for Hazardous (Classified) Locations.
**Article 505.7(A) changed to read as follows:
505.7 Special Precaution. Article 505 requires equipment construction and installation that
ensures safe performance under conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational Note No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than
ordinary care with regard to the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in
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hazardous (classified) locations.
Informational Note No. 2: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Electrical
equipment depending on the protection techniques described by 505.8(A) may not be suitable for
use at temperatures lower than -20°C (-4°F) unless they are identified for use at lower
temperatures. However, at low ambient temperatures, flammable concentrations of vapors may
not exist in a location classified Class I, Zones 0, 1, or 2 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and
design, selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be
performed by a qualified persons Licensed Professional Engineer.
***Article 680.25(A) changed to read as follows:
680.25 Feeders. These provisions shall apply to any feeder on the supply side of panelboards
supplying branch circuits for pool equipment covered in Part II of this article and on the load
side of the service equipment or the source of a separately derived system.
(A) Wiring Methods.
(1) Feeders. Feeders shall be installed in rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit. The
following wiring methods shall be permitted if not subject to physical damage:
(1) Liquidtight flexible nonmetallic conduit
(2) Rigid polyvinyl chloride conduit
(3) Reinforced thermosetting resin conduit
(4) Electrical metallic tubing where installed on or within a building
(5) Electrical nonmetallic tubing where installed within a building
(6) Type MC cable where installed within a building and if not subject to corrosive environment
(7) Nonmetallic-sheathed cable
(8) Type SE cable
Exception: An existing feeder between an existing remote panelboard and service equipment
shall be permitted to run in flexible metal conduit or an approved cable assembly that includes an
equipment grounding conductor within its outer sheath. The equipment grounding conductor
shall comply with 250.24(A)(5).
Sec 18-42 – Amendments to the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code are
hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IFGC. Underlined type is text
inserted. Lined through type is deleted text from IFGC. A double asterisk at the beginning of a
section identifies an amendment carried over from the 2009 edition of the code and a triple
asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment with the 2012 code.
**Section 101.2
{Local amendments to Section 101.2 may be necessary to correspond with the State Plumbing
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Licensing Law.}
**Section 102.2; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2.
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall
be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced
standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to
the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered
to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall
mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section 304.10; change to read as follows:
304.10 Louvers and grilles. The required size of openings for combustion, ventilation and
dilution air shall be based on the net free area of each opening. Where the free area through a
design of louver, grille or screen is known, it shall be used in calculating the size opening
required to provide the free area specified. Where the design and free area of louvers and grilles
are not known, it shall be assumed that wood louvers will have 25-percent free area and metal
louvers and grilles will have 75 50-percent free area. Screens shall have a mesh size not smaller
than ¼ inch (6.4 mm). Nonmotorized louvers and grilles shall be fixed in the open position.
Motorized louvers shall be interlocked with the appliance so that they are proven to be in the full
open position prior to main burner ignition and during main burner operation. Means shall be
provided to prevent the main burner from igniting if the louvers fail to open during burner start-
up and to shut down the main burner if the louvers close during operation.
**Section 304.11; change #8 to read as follows:
304.11 Combustion air ducts. Combustion air ducts shall comply with all of the following:
1. Ducts shall be constructed of galvanized steel complying with Chapter 6 of the International
Mechanical Code or of a material having equivalent corrosion resistance, strength and rigidity.
Exception: Within dwellings units, unobstructed stud and joist spaces shall not be prohibited
from conveying combustion air, provided that not more than one required fireblock is removed.
2. Ducts shall terminate in an unobstructed space allowing free movement of combustion air to
the appliances.
3. Ducts shall serve a single enclosure.
4. Ducts shall not serve both upper and lower combustion air openings where both such
openings are used. The separation between ducts serving upper and lower combustion air
openings shall be maintained to the source of combustion air.
5. Ducts shall not be screened where terminating in an attic space.
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6. Horizontal upper combustion air ducts shall not slope downward toward the source of
combustion air.
7. The remaining space surrounding a chimney liner, gas vent, special gas vent or plastic piping
installed within a masonry, metal or factory-built chimney shall not be used to supply
combustion air.
Exception: Direct-vent gas-fired appliances designed for installation in a solid fuel-burning
fireplace where installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Combustion air intake openings located on the exterior of a building shall have the lowest
side of such openings located not less than 12 inches (305 mm) vertically from the adjoining
ground level or the manufacturer’s recommendation, whichever is more restrictive.
***Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided .
. . {bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . side of the appliance. The clear access opening
dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), and or larger
where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A
walkway to an appliance shall be rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a
minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
5. A permanent stair.
6. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
7. An access door from an upper floor level.
8. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official
due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is not less than …{bulk of section to read the same}.
***Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment
requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such
that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an a
permanent interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders
providing roof access need not extend closer than 8 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or
floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such
access shall . . . {bulk of section to read the same}. . . on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units
vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope). ... {bulk of section to read the same}.
**Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require
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service are installed on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent
slope) or greater on roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and
having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16
inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided
from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on
each side of the appliance to which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The
platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with
guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be
constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall
comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code.
**Section 306; add Section 306.7with exception and subsection 306.7.1 to read as follows:
306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in
which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor
level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger when approved by the code official) is
capable of being accessed through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than
ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable
ladder.
306.7.1. Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not
adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting
and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 306.3.1.
**Section 401.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall
identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of
aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
**Section 402.3; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" ( 18 EHD).
***Section 404.12; change to read as follows:
404.12 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth
of 12 18 inches (305 458 mm) top of pipe below grade, except as provided for in Section
404.10.1.
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***Section 404.12.1; change to read as follows:
404.12.1 Individual outside appliances. Individual lines to outside lights, grills or other
appliances shall be installed a minimum of 8 12 inches (203 mm) top of pipe below finished
grade, provided that such installation is approved and is installed in locations not susceptible to
physical damage.
**Section 406.1; change to read as follows:
406.1 General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be
inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation
practices comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the
applicable tests prescribed in Sections 406.1.1 through 406.1.5 to determine compliance with the
provisions of this code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code
official when the piping system is ready for testing. The equipment, material, power and labor
necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the permit holder and the permit
holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand the test pressure
prescribed in the following tests.
**Section 406.4; change to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a
pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss
caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before
the pressure tests are made. Mechanical gauges used to measure test pressures shall have a range
such that the highest end of the scale is not greater than five times the test pressure.
**Section 406.4.1; change to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 1 1/2 times the proposed
maximum working pressure, but no less than 3 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the
Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152
mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. irrespective of design pressure.
Where the test pressure exceeds 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not exceed a
value that produces a hoop stress in the piping greater than 50 percent of the specified minimum
yield strength of the pipe. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize
a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, 1/10 pound
incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig.
For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diameter of three and one-half inches (3 ½”), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound
incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2
psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall
not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure
that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less
than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
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**Section 406.4.2; change to read as follows:
406.4.2 Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code
Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the
test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for
less than thirty (30) minutes. (Delete remainder of section.)
**Section 409.1; add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel
(CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved terminat ion fitting, or equivalent
support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at
intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches
from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free
expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All
valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement
of the su pporting piping.
**Section 410.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in
Section 306.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
**Section 621.2; add exception as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of
comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code
Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
**Section 624.1.1; change to read as follows:
624.1.1 Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing,
relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with the International
Plumbing Code.
Secs. 18-43--18-60 Reserved
SECTION 3: Any person, firm, or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or
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refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this ordinance
shall be fined not more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) for all violations involving
zoning, fire safety or public health and sanitation, including dumping or refuse, and shall be
fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500) for all other violations of this ordinance. Each
day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense.
SECTION 4: That all provisions of the Westlake Code of Ordinances not hereby
amended shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 5: It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Town Council of the Town
of Westlake, Texas, that sections, paragraphs, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are
severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall be
declared legally invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such legal invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this Ordinance, since the same
would have been enacted by the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, without the
incorporation in this Ordinance, of any such legally invalid or unconstitutional, phrase, sentence,
paragraph or section.
SECTION 6: All rights and remedies of the Town of Westlake are expressly saved as to
any and all violations of the provisions of the Code of Ordinances, Town of Westlake, Texas, as
amended, or any other ordinances affecting such code which have accrued at the time of the
effective date of this ordinance; and, as to such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both
civil and criminal, whether pending in court or not, under such ordinances, same shall not be
affected by this ordinance but may be prosecuted unt il final disposition by the courts.
SECTION 7: The Town Secretary of the Town of Westlake is hereby directed to
publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Westlake, the caption, penalty clause,
publication clause and the effective date of this ordinance.
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SECTION 8: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage
and publication as required by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
__________________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________ __________________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Tom Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consider adoption of the FY 2014-2018 Capital Improvement Plan
STAFF CONTACT: Debbie Piper, Finance Director
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: October 1, 2013 September 30, 2014
Capital Improvement Plan will be presented for adoption at the regular Town Council meeting.
Funding: Amount - $17,867,561 Status- Funded Source- Capital Projects Fund
Utility Fund
Bonded Indebtedness
Contributions
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Service Excellence Financial
Stewardship
FS.Identify & Allocate Funding
for Maintenance of Public Assets
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Staff presented for Council’s review and discussion the FY 2014-2018 Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) at the June 17, 2013 Council Meeting. The status of all projects in the CIP was
discussed and no changes were submitted at that time. The “Proposed” CIP attached, is
substantially the same document that was reviewed at that meeting with the following
changes/additions:
• Westlake Academy – Phase I Expansion – Additional expenditures of $2,064,355 and
funding sources have been added after reviewing all bids submitted and working with the
architects and CM at Risk through the value-engineering process. Once this process was
completed, it was determined that the GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) would be
greater than originally anticipated.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
The current CIP was adopted in April 2012 and funded with Capital Project fund balance,
transfers from General Fund, funds from the Utility Fund and bond proceeds. The proposed CIP
retains many of the same projects; it also recogniz es projects that were not contemplated or
funded at the time. Staff recommends the approval and adoption of all funded projects as well as
future deliberation regarding the prioritization and funding of the unfunded projects.
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance XXX
Proposed Capital Improvement Plan 2014 - 2018
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 712
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION
OF THE FY 2014-2018 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN.
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, Texas is a general law Town; and
WHEREAS, the Westlake Town Council has identified having a capital improvement
plan (CIP) for all Town infrastructure and public buildings needs; as being a positive planning
tool; and,
WHEREAS, the Westlake Town Council desires to utilize a CIP to plan for its capital
improvement needs as well as the operations/maintenance costs associated with said capital
improvement needs; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council has reviewed a draft CIP prepared by staff and
determined such a CIP provides a valuable financial planning tool to plan for necessary
infras tructure and public building construction needs as well as plan for the financial
resources necessary to meet those needs; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council will review this CIP annually as a part of the budget
preparation calendar and its fiscal policies; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Ordinance is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: THAT, all matters stated in the preamble are found to be true and
correct and are incorporated herein as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: THAT, the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, hereby
approves the attached Capital Improvement Plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 3: That this Ordinance shall be cumulative of all other Town Ordinances
and all other provisions of other Ordinances adopted by the Town which are inconsistent with
the terms or provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
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SECTION 4: It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Town Council of the
Town of Westlake, Texas, that sections, paragraphs, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are
severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance shall be
declared legally invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such legal invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this Ordinance since the same
would have been enacted by the Town Council of the Town of Westlake without the
incorporation in this Ordinance of any such legally invalid or unconstitutional, phrase,
sentence, paragraph or section.
SECTION 5: This ordinance shall take effect immediately from and after its passage
as the law in such case provides.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE, TEXAS, ON THIS 16th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
_____________________________
ATT EST: Laura Wheat, Mayor
____________________________ ______________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
Town of Westlake
3 Village Circle #202 * Westlake, Tx 76262
Table of Contents
11.. IINNTTRROODDUUCCTTIIOONN
Introduction 1
Funded and Proposed Capital Projects 7
Unfunded (Under Discussion) Capital Projects 8
22.. PPAA RRKKSS AANNDD RREECCRREEAATTIIOONN
Overview 9
Funded Projects 10
Unfunded Projects (Under Discussion) 15
33.. FFAA CCIILLII TTII EESS
Overview 17
Funded Projects 18
Unfunded Projects (Under Discussion) 21
44.. TTRRAA NNSSPPOORRTTAATTIIOONN IIMMPPRROOVVEEMMEENNTTSS
Overview 29
Funded Projects 30
Unfunded Projects (Under Discussion) 40
55.. VVEEHHIICCLLEESS AA NNDD EEQQUUIIPPMMEENNTT
Overview 41
Capital Maintenance & Replacement 42
Replacement & Depreciation Guidelines 43
66.. UUTTII LLII TTYY IIMMPPRROOVVEEMMEENNTTSS
Overview 47
Funded Projects 48
Town of Westlake Vision Statement
Westlake is an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty
amidst an ever expanding urban landscape.
Vision ~ Values ~ Mission
The Town of Westlake Capital Improvement Plan is guided by the Town’s vision, core
values and organizational mission. Our vision recognizes the attributes we cherish as a
community and sets the standard for the Westlake that we want to see in the tomorrows
that are yet to be.
Mission Statement
“On behalf of the citizens,
the mission of the Town of Westlake
is to be a one-of-a-kind community
that blends our rural atmosphere
with our vibrant culture
and metropolitan location.”
Vision Points
~ A SENSE OF PLACE ~
Distinctive neighborhoods,
architecturally vibrant corporate campuses,
grazing longhorns, soaring red-tailed hawks,
meandering roads and trails,
lined with natural stone
and native oaks.
~ WE ARE LEADERS ~
A premiere place to live,
leadership in public education,
corporate and governmental
partnerships, and high
development standards.
~ WE ARE A CARING COMMUNITY ~
Informed residents,
small town charm and values,
historical preservation.
~ EXEMPLARY GOVERNANCE ~
Town officials, both elected
and appointed, exhibit respect,
stewardship, vision,
and transparency.
~ SERVICE EXCELLENCE ~
Public service that is responsive
and professional, while balancing
efficiency, effectiveness
and financial stewardship.
Community Values
Innovation
Educational Leaders
Family Friendly and Welcoming
Engaged Citizens
Preservation of Our Natural Beauty
Strong Aesthetic Standards
Transparent Government
Fiscal Responsibility
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Introduction
This document provides a comprehensive plan of capital improvements that are to be
undertaken by the Town over the next five (5) years. Cost estimates and financing
methods for the improvements are included and are referenced by individual project.
The development of the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan is one of the more complex
and multi-faceted processes of the Town. Striking a balance between the needs and
interests of the residents and the financial capacity of the Town is a challenging
proposition. For this community vision to have meaning, it must be accompanied by
deliberate planning that leads the organization and community to its desired future. This
requires clearly defined goals, proactive strategies, committed leadership, effective
management and above all, the resources to carry out these plans and objectives.
What is a CIP?
First, what it is not; a CIP (Capital Improvement Plan) is not a wish list, rather it is a realistic
plan designed to fulfill the strategic goals and objectives necessary to achieve the mission
and vision of the community. A CIP is a multi-year document that summarizes the capital
needs of a community over a specific time period. It outlines the individual capital
projects, their strategic value and relationship to the community’s long-term goals and
objectives as well as the fiscal impact that they pose to the community.
Why have a CIP?
• Informs the employees, departments, elected officials and the public of an entity’s
intent to invest in its infrastructure and community
• Represents a long-term financial plan and identifies resources or financing
strategies that an entity plans to use to fund the plan
• Establishes priorities and serves as a planning document or blueprint for an
organization’s investment in capital infrastructure both short-term and long-term
• Provides a breakdown of major project costs and phasing as necessary
• DOES NOT appropriate money
CIP Prioritization Strategy – Preserve * Protect * Plan
• Preserve the past by investing in the continued upgrade of town assets and
infrastructure
• Protect the present with improvements and/or additions to facilities, roads, and
capital investments
• Plan for the future of the organization
What is a Capital Project?
Capital includes all long-lived infrastructures such as water facilities, sewers, streets, parks
and buildings along with major equipment like fire trucks, radio systems, vehicles,
computers and fixtures. Capital projects are the individual action plans that make up a
Capital Improvement Plan. The capital projects in this CIP have been categorized into
the following groups: Parks & Recreation, Facilities, Transportation, Vehicles and Utilities.
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Land, 25%
Capital
Improvements,
26%
Buildings &
Improvements,
38%
Machinery
& Equipment,
6%
Wastewater
Treatment
Rights,
1%
Construction in
Progress, 4%
Capital Assets By Major Category
(per the FY2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report)
Capital Assets by Category
When most people think of the Town’s capital assets, they automatically think of the
Westlake Academy campus. While the campus is certainly a very important and visible
asset owned by the Town, it is but one of many. Included in the assets of the Town are all
of the Town’s infrastructure such as its
streets, water and sewer mains, vehicles
and other equipment. In preparing this
year’s CIP, the staff utilized our annual
audit to determine value of the Town’s
assets.
The chart to the right depicts the Town’s
capital assets from the Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report (page 12) as of
Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2012.
Funding Considerations
In all communities the cost associated with capital projects far outweighs the available
resources necessary to pay for them; in short there is not enough money. This requires
prioritization of the projects based upon their perceived impact on the community. Due
to the vast number of individual desires it is near impossible to satisfy everyone and
requires a collaborative effort to create situations where the benefits are shared equitably
with community stakeholders. In addition, dedicated revenues will, in most cases,
determine which projects get funded. For example, the Utility Fund may only contribute
towards capital projects that improve water and wastewater projects.
Sources of Funding
There are four primary funding sources for capital improvements:
1. Cash Funding (revenue sources such as sales, hotel/motel and property taxes)
2. State/Federal funding (public grants)
3. Private Funding (developmental impact fees or charitable donations)
4. Bond Issuance
The proposed projects in this CIP rely on bond proceeds and other revenues in the
Governmental and Enterprise Funds as well as contributions from corporate partners for
funding. There are two types of bonds: General Obligation (GO) bonds which require
voter approval and Certificates of Obligation (CO) bonds which do not require voter
approval. The current CIP is funded primarily from four sources: Capital Projects & Utility
funds (cash on hand), Contributions and CO bonds.
How Inflation Impacts the CIP
Inflation is defined as a rise in the price of all goods and services over time. This implies
that the purchasing power, or value, of currency will decline in the future relative to costs.
Therefore, more money will be required to fund CIP related expenditures and must be
accounted for. This data is important in calculating the Town’s future liability; by utilizing
inflation trends to calculate future capital replacement costs, we can determine how
‘waiting’ a year or more impacts the total project cost. Most are aware of the benefits of
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$0
$3
$6
$9
$12
$15
FY 13/14FY 14/15FY 15/16FY 16/17FY 17/18
$11.156
$3.855
$0.269 $1.039 $1.549
$0.000
$3.527
$5.322 $5.544
$11.698
Funded vs Unfunded CIP
Funded Unfunded
Parks, Trails
& Cemetery,
5%
Facilities
Improvements,
51%
Transporation
Improvements,
34%
Utility
Improvements,
9%
Funded Projects by
Major Category
compounding when it comes to
investing. Unfortunately, this same
principle works in reverse as inflation
causes costs to compound higher
over time.
Overview
The Capital Improvement Plan for
fiscal years 2013 through 2018
presents the Town’s plan for
infrastructure development and
improvements. On April 23, 2012, the
Town Council adopted the second
annual plan (FY 2012-2017). These
original projects as well as additional staff recommended projects are included in this
plan.
The Capital Improvement Plan is evaluated annually by the Town leadership to determine
the financial availability of resources for design, construction, operations, and
maintenance. The following chart provides a graphical comparison of the previous
capital improvement plans.
The majority of capital improvements in Westlake have been unfunded. These projects
represent capital needs that are subject to more discussion and are included to convey to
the Town leaders and other interested parties the general parameters and breadth of
those capital needs. These projects may be moved to the “Funded” section of this CIP in
future years, depending on priorities, funding availability, and other considerations.
Several of these projects such as the permanent fire station and municipal complex are
multi-million dollar projects that have been carried forward since the Academy Complex
was established. Balancing these priorities, while at the same time being cognizant of the
fiscal challenges of our Town, means not all priorities can be addressed.
Funded vs Unfunded (Under Discussion) Capital Improvements
This multi-year capital plan will provide Council with a guide that communicates the
program need or deficiency, as well as the funding requirements. It is important to note
that projects which do not
receive funding in a given
year are moved out to the
future years in order to
communicate to those with
decision making responsibility
the need to provide
necessary funding, or through
evaluation, eliminate the
project entirely.
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Funding of Previously Adopted and Current Proposed Projects
On page 6 of the Capital Improvement Plan adopted in April of 2012, it was noted that
the Town staff anticipated issuing bonds in the amount of $2,095,000 in FY 13/14. Some of
the approved projects have been shifted to future years due to various circumstances;
therefore, we will not be issuing this debt in FY 13/14. Instead, we anticipate a $2.1M
issuance in FY 14/15 and another in FY 16/17 in the amount of $2.6. These Certificates of
Obligations along with cash previously approved and an additional $340K should cover
the financing needs for the projects previously approved as well as the proposed projects
included in this CIP.
Previously Adopted Projects to be completed in FY 12/13
• Parks/Trails/Cemetery
o Westlake Academy North Driveway Lighting
• Transportation Improvements
o Streets Survey
o Stagecoach Hills Reconstruction/Drainage
o Roanoke Road Reconstruction/Drainage North
o Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal
o Hillwood Projects
• Utility Improvements
o N1 Sewer Line Transfer I&I Repairs
o Stagecoach Hills Waterline Phase II
Previously Adopted Projects – To be completed in future years
• Parks/Trails/Cemetery
o Trail Connection at Hwy 114/Solana
• Facilities Improvements
o Westlake Academy – Phase I Expansion
• Transportation Improvements
o FM1938 Streetscape Improvements
o SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements
o Roanoke Road Reconstruction/Drainage South
o Sam School Rd Reconstruction/Drainage
o Dove Rd Reconstruction/Drainage (Vaquero/Terra Bella)
• Utility Improvements
o Ground Storage Tank
o N1 Sewer Line Transfer
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Proposed Projects - FY13/14 thru FY17/18
• Parks/Trails/Cemetery - $1,110,750
o Trail Connection at Hwy 114/Solona
o Glenwyck Farms Park Improvements
o Trail – Fidelity Campus to Westlake Parkway
o Trail – Westlake Academy to Cemetery
o Trail – Dove / Pearson / Aspen
• Facilities Improvements - $8,865,893
o Westlake Academy West parking Improvements
o Outdoor Warning System
o Westlake Academy - Phase I Expansion
• Transportation Improvements - $6,120,039
o FM1938 Streetscape Improvements
o SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements
o Roanoke Road Reconstruction & Drainage South
o Sam School Rd Reconstruction & Drainage
o Dove Rd Reconstruction & Drainage (Vaquero/Terra Bella)
o HWY 377 Landscape Improvements
o Ottinger Road Bridge Creek Crossing
o Ottinger Road Reconstruction & Drainage
o Wyck Hill Resurface
o Pearson Lane Reconstruction & Drainage
• Utility Improvements - $1,521,880
o TRA Assumption of N-1 Sewer Line
o Ground Storage Tank
Conclusions
Capital Improvement Plans play an integral role in helping a municipality reach its stated
strategic objectives. Equally important to the capital project development process are
funding and economic considerations. Prudent financial stewardship should be based on
cost minimization and long-range strategic capital preservation. While there are many
methods for funding capital projects, consideration to who benefits from the project, the
life of the capital asset and the affordability of the funding method are all important
factors to consider.
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ALL FUNDED AND PROPOSED CAPITAL PROJECTSFIVE YEAR PROJECTION
TOTAL
Page Proj Totals Thru FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 FIVE YEAR PROJECTS
No.No.Project Description FY 11/12 Estimated TOTAL COST
CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS
10 CP42 Trail Connection at Hwy 114/Solana - - 15,000 10,000 15,450 - - 40,450 40,450
11 CP50 Glenwyck Farms Park Improvements - - - 250,000 - - - 250,000 250,000
12 CP51 Trail - Fidelity to Westlake Pkwy - - - 270,600 - - - 270,600 270,600
13 CP52 Trail - Westlake Academy to Cemetery - - - - - - 276,100 276,100 276,100
14 CP53 Trail - Dove/Pearson/Aspen - - - - - 273,600 - 273,600 273,600
CY CP46 WA North Driveway Lighting - 40,000 - - - - - - 40,000
40,000 15,000 530,600 15,450 273,600 276,100 1,110,750 1,150,750
18 CP54 WA - West parking Improvements - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000 200,000
19 CP55 Outdoor Warning System - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000 99,000
CY CP29 WA Dining Hall Improvements 78,085 - - - - - - - 78,085
20 WA WA Expansion 36,398 1,662,064 7,795,950 1,069,942 - - - 8,865,892 10,564,355
1,069,942 - - -
30 CP20 FM1938 Streetscape Improvements 938,076 183,335 1,133,544 739,100 253,100 - - 2,125,744 3,247,155
CY CP26 Mahotea Boone Recon/Drain 88,191 - - - - - - - 88,191
CY CP28 Streets Survey 49,235 - - - - - - - 49,235
31 CP30 SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements 7,500 345,460 301,570 336,000 - - - 637,570 990,530
31 CP30 SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements 89,370 89,370 89,370
CY CP31 Stagecoach Hills Recon/Drain 413,926 84,974 - - - - - - 498,900
CY CP32 Roanoke Road Recon/Drain North 160,732 1,248 - - - - - - 161,980
CY CP33 Aspen Lane Recon/Drain 214,022 - - - - - - - 214,022
32 CP34 Roanoke Road Recon/Drain South 2,900 - - 453,000 - - - 453,000 455,900
33 CP40 Sam School Rd Recon/Drainage - - - 216,000 - - - 216,000 216,000
34 CP41 Dove Rd Recon/Drain (Vaq/TB) - - - 509,945 - - - 509,945 509,945
CY CP47 Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal 50,000 28,650 - - - - - - 78,650
35 CP56 HWY 377 Landscape Improvements - - - - - - 700,000 700,000 700,000
36 CP57 Ottinger Road Bridge Creek Crossing - - - - - 330,000 - 330,000 330,000
37 CP58 Ottinger Road Recon/Drainage - - - - - - 572,710 572,710 572,710
38 CP59 Wyck Hill Resurface - - - - - 54,450 - 54,450 54,450
39 CP60 Pearson Lane Recon/Drainage - - - - - 381,250 - 381,250 381,250
CY CP45 Hillwood Projects 99,648 168,859 - - - - - - 268,507
CY CP45 Hillwood Projects - 861,583 - - - - - - 861,583
1,524,484 2,254,045 253,100 765,700 1,272,710 6,070,039 9,768,379
TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS 2,138,714 3,376,173 9,634,434 3,854,587 268,550 1,039,300 1,548,810 16,345,681 21,860,569
UTILITY FUND 500
48 UF30 TRA Assumption of N-1 Sewer Line - - 82,967 - - - - 82,967 82,967
CY UF31 N1 Sewer Line Transfer I&I Repairs 171,122 75,004 - - - - - - 246,126
49 UF36 Ground Storage Tank (Bonds)3,088 58,000 938,913 - - - - 938,913 1,000,001
49 UF36 Ground Storage Tank (Cash)- - 500,000 - - - - 500,000 500,000
CY UF37 SC Hills Waterline Phase II 234,381 42,420 - - - - - - 276,801
TOTAL UTILITY FUND 408,590 175,424 1,521,880 - - - 1,521,880 2,105,894
2,547,304 3,551,598 11,156,314 3,854,587 268,550 1,039,300 1,548,810 17,867,561 23,966,463
Totals Thru FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 FIVE YEAR
FY 11/12 Estimated TOTAL TOTAL
Previously Adopted Projects Cash 1,343,579 1,202,343 672,337 567,100 253,100 - - 1,492,537 4,038,458
Contributions Cash 1,133,544 172,000 1,305,544 1,305,544
FY 10/11 - $2.095M Bonds previously issued Bonds 1,164,239 629,191 301,570 - - - - 301,570 2,095,000
FY 12/13 - $9.500M Bonds previously issued Bonds 39,486 1,720,064 8,734,863 1,069,942 - - - 9,804,805 11,564,355
FY 14/15 - New Projects Bonds - - - 2,035,545 - - - 2,035,545 2,035,545
FY 16/17 - New Projects Bonds - - - - - 1,039,300 1,548,810 2,588,110 2,588,110
New Projects Cash - - 314,000 10,000 15,450 - - 339,450 339,450
TOTAL $ 2,547,304 $ 3,551,598 $ 11,156,314 $ 3,854,587 $ 268,550 $ 1,039,300 $ 1,548,810 $ 17,867,561 $ 23,966,463
8,094,950 9,164,892
- - - - - - - - - - - - Five Year Projection - - - - - - - - - -
TOTAL FUNDED CAPITAL PROJECTS
new project added this year
Sub-Total - Park/Trails/Cemetery
Sub-Total - Road/Street Improvements
Sub-Total - Facilities Improvements
- - - - - - - - - - - - Five Year Projection - - - - - - - - - - -
-
114,483
2,024,231 1,674,109
1,662,064 10,941,440
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ALL UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL PROJECTSFIVE YEAR PROJECTION
Page Proj Totals Thru FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 GRAND
No.No.Project Description FY 11/12 Estimated TOTAL
15 Cemetery Improvements - - - 63,000 31,800 125,000 125,000 344,800
16 10-20 Acre Community Park - - - 3,120,000 1,620,000 - - 4,740,000
Total Park/Trails/Cemetery - - - 3,183,000 1,651,800 125,000 125,000 5,084,800
21 Municipal Building - - - 344,100 3,242,100 - - 3,586,200
22 Fire Station Complex - - - - 372,000 4,798,560 - 5,170,560
23 Maintenance and Storage Facility - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
24 WA - Sport Field Complex - - - - - 83,750 2,856,000 2,939,750
25 WA Phase II - 15 classroom Secondary Addition - - - - 56,343 2,513,100 - 2,569,443
26 WA Phase II - 4 Classroom Kindergarten Addition - - - - - 1,023,620 - 1,023,620
27 WA Phase III - Art & Science Classrooms - - - - - - 1,878,080 1,878,080
28 WA Phase III - Performing Arts Center - - - - - - 4,809,600 4,809,600
Total Facilities Improvements - - - 344,100 3,670,443 8,419,030 9,553,680 21,987,253
40 Dove & Randol Mill Traffic Circle - - - - - - 2,019,600 2,019,600
Total Road/Street Improvements - - - - - - 2,019,600 2,019,600
TOTAL UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL PROJECTS -$ -$ -$ 3,527,100$ 5,322,243$ 8,544,030$ 11,698,280$ 29,091,653$
new project added this year
- - - - - - - - - - - - Five Year Projection - - - - - - - - - - -
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PARKS AND RECREATION OVERVIEW
The Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for maintaining the Town’s parks and
trails. The Town of Westlake provides residents with one Town Park which is located near
the Glenwyck subdivision.
The Town also maintains several trails
located near the Glenwyck and
Vaquero subdivisions. While many
more trails have been discussed, no
funding has been provided in recent
years. In recent resident surveys parks
and trails have consistently rated as
high priority/low satisfaction items
suggesting a need for improvement.
One of the goals of the current CIP is
to begin creating the trails that will
provide connectivity from the Town’s
West side to its Eastern limits as well as
interconnectivity with neighboring
jurisdiction’s trail systems.
Adopted Projects – CIP FY 12-17
Projects to be completed in FY 12-13
• Westlake Academy North Driveway Lighting
Projects to be completed in future years
• Trail Connection at Hwy 114/Solana
Proposed Projects – CIP FY 13-18
• Trail Connection at Hwy 114 /Solana
• Glenwyck Farms Park Improvements
• Trail - Fidelity Campus to Westlake Parkway
• Trail - Westlake Academy to Cemetery
• Trail - Dove / Pearson/ Aspen
Unfunded (Under Discussion) Projects
• Cemetery Improvements
• 10-20 Acre Community Park
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 10,000 - - - - 10,000
Construction - 15,000 - 15,450 - - - 30,450
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - 15,000 10,000 15,450 - - - 40,450
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2011 CO $2.095M - 15,000 - - - - - 15,000
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - 15,000 - - - - 15,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - -
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
PROJECT EXPENSE
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Trail Connection at 114/Solana
This project will be a cooperative effort between Westlake, Trophy Club,
and Southlake consisting of the design and engineering of an intra-city
trail system. The engineering/design costs will be shared with all cities.
Construction and landscaping are estimated costs until engineering and
design are completed. The Town continues to work with Cassidy Turley to
construct the trail between Sam School Road and Hwy 114.
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - 10,000 - - - 10,000
Construction - - - 240,000 - - - 240,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 250,000 - - - 250,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 250,000 - - - 250,000
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 250,000 - - - 250,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - 1,030 1,590 2,180 2,800 7,600
Services - - - 1,030 1,060 1,090 1,120 4,300
Insurance - - - 258 265 273 280 1,075
Repair & Maintenance - - - 1,030 1,590 2,180 2,800 7,600
Rent & Utilities - - - 2,060 2,120 2,180 2,240 8,600
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - 5,408 6,625 7,903 9,240 29,175
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Glenwyck Farms Park Improvements
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
Purchase of playground equipment, benches and
ammmenities to be located along the current GlenWyck
Farms and Terra Bella trail systems. This project would
include additional features along trails, i.e. park benches,
trash cans, stretching stations, mile markers, lighting and
way finding signs etc.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - 20,800 - - - 20,800
Construction - - - 208,000 - - - 208,000
Design - - - 41,800 - - - 41,800
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 270,600 - - - 270,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 270,600 - - - 270,600
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 270,600 - - - 270,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - 2,060 2,120 2,180 2,240 8,600
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - 1,545 1,590 1,635 1,680 6,450
Rent & Utilities - - - 7,210 7,420 7,630 7,840 30,100
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - 10,815 11,130 11,445 11,760 45,150
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
Trail - Fidelity Campus to Westlake Parkway on 114
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
This project will provide connectivity from Hwy 114 to
Capital Parkway along the east side of Westlake Parkway.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 21,100 21,100
Construction - - - - - - 212,000 212,000
Design - - - - - - 43,000 43,000
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 276,100 276,100
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2017/18 CO $2.6M - - - - - - 276,100 276,100
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 276,100 276,100
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - 3,360 3,360
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 896 896
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 8,960 8,960
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 13,216 13,216
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Trail - Westlake Academy to Cemetery
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
This project will provide East to West interconnectivity
within the Westlake trail system. Includes a primitive trail
head on the Southeast corner of the cemetery property
(primitive parking, restroom and water fountain).
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 21,000 - 21,000
Construction - - - - - 210,000 - 210,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - 42,600 - 42,600
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 273,600 - 273,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2017/18 CO $2.6M - - - - - 273,600 - 273,600
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 273,600 - 273,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - 924 1,035 1,959
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 4,044 4,529 8,573
Rent & Utilities - - - - - 8,720 8,960 17,680
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 13,688 14,524 28,212
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
Trail - Dove Road / Pearson Road / Aspen Lane
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
This project will provide connectivity from Aspen Lane north
to Dove Road along the east side of Pearson Road. This
will include crosswalk devices at the corner of Dove and
Pearson. This project will be completed in conjunction with
the Pearson Lane Reconstruction & Drainage to keep costs
at a minimum.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - - -
Construction - - - 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 329,050
Design - - - 15,750 - - - 15,750
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 63,000 31,800 125,000 125,000 344,800
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - 63,000 31,800 125,000 125,000 344,800
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 63,000 31,800 125,000 125,000 344,800
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - 5,450 5,600 11,050
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 16,350 16,800 33,150
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 21,800 22,400 44,200
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Cemetery Improvements
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
These improvements will consist of section markers,
roadways and landscaping. The project also anticipates
a future trail head with rest facilities that will accomodate
the future cemetery/academy trail. Based on current
funding sources, this project will be dependent upon the
future sale of plots. The project would be completed in
four phases. Phase I & II road improvemants, Phase III &
IV landscape and trailer improvements.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - 60,000 60,000 - - 120,000
Construction - - - - 1,500,000 - - 1,500,000
Design - - - 60,000 60,000 - - 120,000
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - land purchase - - - 3,000,000 - - - 3,000,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 3,120,000 1,620,000 - - 4,740,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - 3,120,000 1,620,000 - - 4,740,000
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 3,120,000 1,620,000 - - 4,740,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - 2,725 2,800 5,525
Services - - - - - 16,350 16,800 33,150
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 2,725 2,800 5,525
Rent & Utilities - - - - - 8,720 8,960 17,680
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 30,520 31,360 61,880
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
10-20 Acre Community Park
This project would include the purchase of 10 to 20 acres
of open space with the ability to add amenities such as
small covered pavilions, trail head, playground stations,
sports fields, general use open spaces, dog park,
restroom and parking.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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FACILITIES OVERVIEW
Currently, The Town of Westlake owns
and operates three facilities: the
Westlake Academy, the temporary
buildings that house our emergency
services personnel and equipment,
and the Parchment house which is
currently being utilized for storage.
The Town also leases approximately
12,000 square feet of office space.
This Capital Improvement Plan
proposes increasing the number of
buildings on the Westlake Academy
campus as well as providing new
municipal buildings for staff and
community events.
Adopted Project
Projects to be completed in FY 13-14 and future years
• Westlake Academy – Phase I Expansion
Proposed Projects – CIP FY 13-18
• WA - West Parking Improvements
• Outdoor Warning System
Unfunded (Under Discussion) Projects
• Municipal Building
• Fire Station Complex
• Maintenance and Storage Facility
• WA - Sport field complex
• WA Phase II - 15 classroom Secondary Addition
• WA Phase II - 4 Classroom Kindergarten Addition
• WA Phase III - Art & Science Classrooms
• WA Phase III – Performing Arts Center
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 30,000 - - - - 30,000
Construction - - 170,000 - - - - 170,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - 250 258 265 273 280 1,325
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - 750 773 795 818 840 3,975
Rent & Utilities - - 1,000 1,030 1,060 1,090 1,120 5,300
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 2,000 2,060 2,120 2,180 2,240 10,600
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Westlake Academy - West Parking Improvements
The west parking area was constructed in the summer of
2006 as a temporary asphalt parking lot for pick-up and
drop-off of students. Improvements include curbs,
landscape islands, sidewalks and lighting. The parking lot
does not meet the required Town development standards
for new construction. The projected expense below includes
the following: curb only, lighting, landscaping, additional
two inches of asphalt, striping and marking.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - - -
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other (Equipment) - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 4,000
Rent & Utilities - - 300 600 900 900 900 3,600
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 300 1,600 1,900 1,900 1,900 7,600
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Outdoor Warning System
Promote Community Health, Safety, and Welfare is a focus point in the
Strategic Plan. Within that focus point is the Strategic Issue "Public
Safety and Emergency Preparedness" The strategy is to provide a safe
community for our residents and business partners. Building an effective
Emergency Warning Notification System will enhance the Town's ability to
ensure the safety of the community. An Outdoor Warning System will
provide notification of approaching severe storms to the active outdoor
population such as school children, joggers, golfers, workers, citizens
engaged in outdoor activities around their homes, etc.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 43215 4,940 50,000 45,060 - - - - 100,000
Construction 46195 - 900,902 6,962,881 1,050,000 - - - 8,913,783
FF&E 47415 - 99,623 474,209 - - - - 573,832
Design 43248 31,458 200,000 198,600 19,942 - - - 450,000
Contingency 43520 - - 115,200 - - - - 115,200
Portables 73000 - 375,141 - - - - - 375,141
Transfers Out - 36,398 - - - - - 36,398
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 36,398 1,662,064 7,795,950 1,069,942 - - - 10,564,355
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 36,398 - 500,000 - - - - 536,398
Contributions/Grants - 1,000,000 - - - - - 1,000,000
BB&P Master Plan Correction 225,000 - - - - - 225,000
BB&P Note Payable 366,774 - - - - - 366,774
Bond Proceeds $8.5M - 8,501,035 - - - - - 8,501,035
Interest Earned - 5,000 5,000 - - - - 10,000
FUNDING TOTAL 36,398 10,097,809 505,000 - - - - 10,639,207
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - 10,000 10,600 11,236 11,910 12,625 56,371
Services - - 5,000 5,300 5,618 5,955 6,312 28,185
Insurance - - - 1,000 1,060 1,124 1,191 4,375
Repair & Maintenance - - 8,000 8,480 8,989 9,528 10,100 45,097
Rent & Utilities - - - 20,000 20,600 21,200 22,472 84,272
Misc - - 10,000 10,600 11,236 11,910 12,625 56,371
OPERATING IMPACT - - 33,000 55,980 58,739 61,627 65,325 274,671
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Westlake Academy - Phase I Expansion
This project consists of the construction of three buildings: 1) Multi-purpose
hall, portable stage, storage and catering kitchen for dining and general
purposes at approx. 8,600 sf. 2) Three story Secondary School at apprx.
19,400 sf. Includes 12 classrooms, flex and office space. Designed to
allow for future addition if needed. 3) Fieldhouse at approx. 8,600 sf. which
will house locker rooms to be used for both athletics and PE, storage for
equipment, offices, classrooms and space to be used for the PE program.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 344,100 86,000 - - - 430,100
Construction - - - 2,890,100 - - - 2,890,100
Design - - - 166,000 - - - 166,000
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other (FF&E) - - - 100,000 - - - 100,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 344,100 3,242,100 - - - 3,586,200
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - 344,100 3,242,100 - - - 3,586,200
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 344,100 3,242,100 - - - 3,586,200
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - 6,180 2,000 2,000 2,240 12,420
Services - - - 8,240 8,480 8,720 8,960 34,400
Insurance - - - 515 530 545 560 2,150
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 24,380 25,070 25,760 75,210
Rent & Utilities - - - 5,150 21,200 21,800 22,400 70,550
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - 20,085 56,590 58,135 59,920 194,730
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Municipal Building
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
This project consists of the construction of a new Town Hall that will serve
both staff and the community. The building will be 2 stories and
approximately 16,000 square feet in size contain all municipal functions,
including court. The total estimated construction cost is $3,500,000. This
would be a joint effort between the Entrada development and the Town.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - 52,500 21,100 - 73,600
Construction - - - - - 3,816,000 - 3,816,000
Design - - - - 319,500 215,000 - 534,500
Contingency - - - - - 50,160 - 50,160
Other - - - - - 696,300 - 696,300
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - 372,000 4,798,560 - 5,170,560
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - 372,000 4,798,560 - 5,170,560
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - 372,000 4,798,560 - 5,170,560
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - 4,000 4,480 8,480
Services - - - - - 6,000 6,720 12,720
Insurance - - - - - 1,000 1,120 2,120
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 52,320 53,760 106,080
Rent & Utilities - - - - - 15,000 16,800 31,800
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 78,320 82,880 161,200
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
Fire Station Complex
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
This project will provide a 14,000 square foot fire station including four
bays, sleeping area, meeting room, kitchen, storage and two offices.
Anticipate land to be contributed.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - - -
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Building retrofit - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - 5,000 5,000
Services - - - - - - 500 500
Insurance - - - - - - 500 500
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 2,000 2,000
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 5,000 5,000
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 13,000 13,000
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Maintenance & Storage Facility
The proposed Maintenance and Public Works facility would utilize the
existing Fire Department engine bay once new permanent Fire Station has
been constructed.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 54,500 56,000 110,500
Construction - - - - - - 2,800,000 2,800,000
Design - - - - - 29,250 - 29,250
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 83,750 2,856,000 2,939,750
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - 83,750 2,856,000 2,939,750
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 83,750 2,856,000 2,939,750
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
Services - - - - - - 20,000 20,000
Insurance - - - - - - 1,000 1,000
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 8,000 8,000
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 15,000 15,000
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 54,001 54,001
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Westlake Academy - Sports Field Complex
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
This 12 -14 acre outdoor sports complex project would
include: one 11 man football field with a running track, cross
country trail, outdoor tennis and basketball courts,
baseball and softball fields. The project would include
restrooms, concession area with outdoor eating area and
parking. This facility would provide programs and activities
to the Westlake Community and Westlake Academy. Land
is anticipated to be donated.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - 56,343 111,331 - 167,674
Construction - - - - - 2,226,638 - 2,226,638
Design - - - - - 175,131 - 175,131
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - 56,343 2,513,100 - 2,569,443
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - 56,343 2,513,100 - 2,569,443
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - 56,343 2,513,100 - 2,569,443
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - 4,000 4,000
Services - - - - - - 20,000 20,000
Insurance - - - - - - 2,000 2,000
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 15,000 15,000
Rent & Utilities - - - - - 10,000 11,200 21,200
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 10,000 52,200 62,200
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Westlake Academy - Phase II - 15 Classroom Secondary Addition
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
As part of Phase II of the Westlake Academy Master Plan,
this project includes a 15 classroom addition to the
Secondary School. The building will total approximately
11,000 sq. feet and will be attached onto the north side of
the existing building.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 21,800 - 21,800
Construction - - - - - 991,900 - 991,900
Design - - - - - 9,920 - 9,920
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other (FF&E) - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 1,023,620 - 1,023,620
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - 1,023,620 - 1,023,620
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 1,023,620 - 1,023,620
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - 4,480 4,480
Services - - - - - - 11,200 11,200
Insurance - - - - - - 1,120 1,120
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 6,720 6,720
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 4,480 4,480
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 28,000 28,000
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Westlake Academy - Phase II - 4 Classroom Kindergarten Addition
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
Per the Master Plan this project is part of Phase II. The
Kindergarten addition would be located east of the original
primary building. This would include: 4 classrooms with
individual restrooms in each room for a total of 4,600
square feet that will match existing exterior building
features.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 16,800 16,800
Construction - - - - - - 1,555,680 1,555,680
Design - - - - - - 155,600 155,600
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other (FF&E) - - - - - - 150,000 150,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 1,878,080 1,878,080
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - 1,878,080 1,878,080
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 1,878,080 1,878,080
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - 4,480 4,480
Services - - - - - - 11,200 11,200
Insurance - - - - - - 1,120 1,120
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 2,240 2,240
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 4,480 4,480
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 23,520 23,520
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Westlake Academy - Phase III - Arts & Science Classroom Addition
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
As part of Phase III of the WA Master Plan. This would be
an additional 5,200 square foot single-story building
attached to the existing Sam & Margret Lee Arts and
Sciences Center. This addition would include 3 classrooms,
labs and offices.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 28,000 28,000
Construction - - - - - - 4,256,000 4,256,000
Design - - - - - - 425,600 425,600
Contingency - - - - - - 100,000 100,000
Other - - - - - - 425,000 425,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 4,809,600 4,809,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - 1,120,000 1,120,000
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - 3,689,600 3,689,600
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 4,809,600 4,809,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - 5,600 5,600
Insurance - - - - - - 1,120 1,120
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 4,480 4,480
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 11,200 11,200
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
5 Year Projection
Westlake Academy - Phase III - Performing Arts Center
PROJECT EXPENSE
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
In the Phase III of the Westlake Academy Master Plan a
new 16,000 square feet auditorium is constructed with
raised stage, fixed seating, dressing rooms, lighting,
restroom, offices, and lobby. This building would be located
to the west of the Sam and Margaret Lee Art's & Sciences
Building. We anticipate the cost of the interior ammenities
to be provided through contributions/grants.
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TRANSPORTATION OVERVIEW
One of the major concerns for any
municipality is its infrastructure of
streets. With the approval of the
previous year’s CIP and
accompanying bond issuance, the
Council recently addressed many of
the most pressing street maintenance
concerns in Westlake; this type of
commitment is essential to maintain
these valuable Town assets
Adopted Projects – CIP FY 12-17
Projects to be completed in FY 12/13
• Streets Survey
• Stagecoach Hills Reconstruction/Drainage
• Roanoke Road Reconstruction/Drainage North
• Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal
• Westlake Portion of Hillwood Projects
On-Going Projects (FY 12/13 and beyond)
• FM1938 Streetscape Improvements
• SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements
• Roanoke Road Reconstruction/Drainage South
• Sam School Rd Reconstruction/Drainage
• Dove Rd Reconstruction/Drainage (Vaquero/Terra Bella)
Proposed Projects – CIP FY 13-18
• FM1938 Streetscape Improvements
• SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements
• Roanoke Road Reconstruction/Drainage South
• Sam School Rd Reconstruction/Drainage
• Dove Rd Reconstruction/Drainage (Vaquero/Terra Bella)
Unfunded (Under Discussion) Projects
• Dove & Randol Mill Traffic Circle
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 97,980 30,000 29,001 - - - - 156,981
Construction 840,096 103,335 1,154,543 739,100 253,100 - - 3,090,175
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 938,076 133,335 1,183,544 739,100 253,100 - - 3,247,155
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 938,076 133,335 - 567,100 253,100 - - 1,891,612
Contributions (Fidelity) - - 1,183,544 172,000 - - - 1,355,544
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 938,076 133,335 1,183,544 739,100 253,100 - 3,247,155
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities (water only) - - 5,000 5,150 5,300 5,450 5,600 26,500
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 5,000 5,150 5,300 5,450 5,600 26,500
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
PROJECT EXPENSE
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FM 1938 Streetscape/Wayfinding
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
Project consist of the design and construction of landscape and hardscape improvements to
the FM 1938 corridor from SH 114 south to Randol Mill Road, including sidewalks, trailheads,
signage, rest areas, plantings, entry monuments. Per developer's agreements: Fidelity is to
provide funding for landscape enhancements to the median and ROW (est. $322K). The Town
is required to install sidewalk on the west side of FM 1938 from Dove to SH 114 per the Fidelity
developer's agreement at our cost. Utility relocations will be necessary to accomodate
construction, including adjusting manholes, fire hydrants, valves and meters as necessary.
Utility cost is for irrigation only. A reduction to the total project cost of $670,000 is due to a
direct payment to the contractor from TxDot in the form of a grant.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - - 1,079,900
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - - 1,079,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 89,370 - - - - 89,370
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2011 CO $2.095M 7,500 345,460 301,570 - - - - 654,530
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 336,000 - - - 336,000
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - 1,079,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - 50,000 51,500 53,000 54,500 56,000 265,000
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - 50,000 51,500 53,000 54,500 56,000 265,000
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 100,000 103,000 106,000 109,000 112,000 530,000
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
SH 170 & Hwy 114 Streetscape
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
This project would be a cooperative effort between Westlake, Trophy Club,
and Roanoke consisting of the design and construction of landscape and
hardscape improvements to the SH 170 & Hwy 114 interchange to include
plantings, painting, and entry monuments. Maintenance is for irrigation
only. Project costs are estimated to be $3,000,000 for construction and
$200,000 for engineering design. Funding participation is anticipated to
be 1/3 from each party.
PROJECT EXPENSE
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 2,900 - - 453,000 - - - 455,900
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 2,900 - - 453,000 - - - 455,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2011 CO $2.095M 2,900 - - - - - - 2,900
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 453,000 - - - 453,000
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 2,900 - - 453,000 - - 455,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 4,796 4,928 9,724
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 4,796 4,928 9,724
PROJECT FUNDING
The project will provide stabilization of road subgrade and 6" of asphalt to
approximately 4,000 LF of Roanoke Road and replace/improve culverts
and ditches, consistent with 2011 Graham Pavement Evaluation Study.
Project improvements will be from Highway 170 south to the Town Limits.
Foresee crack sealing during the 2nd year after completion.
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Roanoke Road Reconstruction and Drainage South
(Highway 170 south to Town limits)
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - 41,800 - - - 41,800
Construction - - - 174,200 - - - 174,200
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 216,000 - - - 216,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 216,000 - - - 216,000
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 216,000 - - 216,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - 2,398 2,464 4,862
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 2,398 2,464 4,862
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Sam School Road Reconstruction and Drainage
(Solana to Town limits)
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
The project will provide stabilization of road subgrade and 6" of asphalt to
approximately 2,000 LF of Sam School Road and replace/improve culverts
and ditches, consistent with 2011 Graham Pavement Evaluation Study.
Anticipate crack sealing 2nd year from completion.
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - 105,000 - - - 105,000
Construction - - - 404,945 - - - 404,945
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - 509,945 - - - 509,945
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 509,945 - - - 509,945
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - 509,945 - - 509,945
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - 3,815 3,920 7,735
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - 10,900 11,200 22,100
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - 14,715 15,120 29,835
PROJECT FUNDING
The project will provide stabilization of road subgrade and 6" of asphalt to
approximately 6,500 LF of Dove Road and replace/improve culverts and
ditches, consistent with 2011 Graham Pavement Evaluation Study.
Anticipate crack sealing 2nd year from completion.
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Dove Road Reconstruction and Drainage
(Vaquero to Terra Bella)
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
34
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 100,000 100,000
Construction - - - - - - 600,000 600,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 700,000 700,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2016/17 CO $2.6M - - - - - - 700,000 700,000
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 700,000 700,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 5,000 5,000
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 10,000 10,000
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 15,000 15,000
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Hwy 377 Landscape Improvements
The project will include streetscape enhancements
(hardscape, landscape) along US Hwy 377 starting at
Westport Parkway stretching north for 3/4 mile. The
enhancements will only be located in the median and
consist of native and naturalized plantings, trees, plant bed
preparations, drip irrigation, and concrete edging/mowstrip.
Since the project will be within state ROW, the Town will
submit this project to TxDOT for potential grant funding
opportunities similar to the FM 1938 median landscape
project.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
35
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 80,000 - 80,000
Construction - - - - - 250,000 - 250,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 330,000 - 330,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2016/17 CO $2.6M - - - - - 330,000 - 330,000
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 330,000 - 330,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - - -
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
The bridge is located between the Westlake Cemetery and
SH 170. The 2012 TxDOT Bridge Inspection Report has
identified this bridge as failing, and has recommended it be
replaced. This project will replace the existing Ottinger
Road bridge with new box culvert, much like the Dove Road
improvements. Staff will need to determine through
engineering design analysis the final design criteria
including horizontal and vertical alignment.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
Ottinger Road Bridge Creek Crossing
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
36
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 108,060 108,060
Construction - - - - - - 464,650 464,650
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 572,710 572,710
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2016/17 CO $2.6M - - - - - - 572,710 572,710
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 572,710 572,710
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - - -
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Ottinger Road Reconstruction and Drainage
(North of Westlake Academy)
The project will provide stabilization of road subgrade and
7" of asphalt to approximately 4,000 LF of Ottinger Road
(from Westlake Academy to SH 170) and replace/improve
culverts and ditches, consistent with 2011 Graham
Pavement Evaluation Study. Anticipate crack sealing
during the 2nd year after completion.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
37
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 10,850 - 10,850
Construction - - - - - 43,600 - 43,600
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 54,450 - 54,450
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2016/17 CO $2.6M - - - - - 54,450 - 54,450
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 54,450 - 54,450
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - - -
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Wyck Hill Pavement Resurface
The project will provide asphalt pavement resurfacing to
approximately 1,000 LF of Wyck Hill, consistent with 2011
Graham Pavement Evaluation Study. Foresee crack
sealing during the 2nd year after completion.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
38
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - 54,250 - 54,250
Construction - - - - - 327,000 - 327,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - 381,250 - 381,250
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2016/17 CO $2.6M - - - - - 381,250 - 381,250
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - 381,250 - 381,250
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - - -
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Pearson Lane Reconstruction and Drainage
The project will provide stabilization of road subgrade and
5" of asphalt to approximately 1,300 LF of Pearson Lane
and replace/improve culverts and ditches, consistent with
2011 Graham Pavement Evaluation Study. Foresee crack
sealing during the 2nd year after completion.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
39
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - 465,000 465,000
Construction - - - - - - 900,000 900,000
Design - - - - - - 35,000 35,000
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - 619,600 619,600
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - - - - - 2,019,600 2,019,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
UnFunded - - - - - - 2,019,600 2,019,600
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - - - - - 2,019,600 2,019,600
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - 2,800 2,800
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - 5,600 5,600
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - 8,400 8,400
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
UNFUNDED (UNDER DISCUSSION) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Dove & Randol Mill Traffic Circle
Reconstruction and reconfiguration of Dove Road and
Randol Mill from a 3-way stop intersection to a traffic circle
to improve traffic safety. Pavement construction will be
consistent with 2011 Graham Pavement Evaluation Study.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
Vehicles and equipment represent
approximately 6% of the Town’s assets
or roughly $3.4M. While the current CIP
does not contain any proposals for
vehicles, it is important to note that of
the seven vehicles (including a utility
truck) the Town currently owns, three
are completely depreciated and three
more will become completely
depreciated within the next five years.
Similarly, of the fourteen FF&E asset
groups, eight are currently fully
depreciated and the remainder will be
within the next five years.
Whether or not an asset has been fully depreciated does not by itself warrant the need to
replace it, however, depreciation does serve as an indicator that the likelihood the asset
will need to be replaced in the near future is fairly high.
The Town maintains a General Maintenance & Replacement Fund and is working towards
funding annually for any replacement items needed in subsequent years. We anticipate
a replacement vehicle for the Parks and Recreation Department to be paid from the
funds that have been transferred to this fund for just this purpose.
Vehicle Description
Department
Cost
Date
Placed
in
Service
Useful
Life
Remaining
Life
Ambulance Fire 144,981 2003 10 -
Fire Truck Fire 236,423 2003 15 5
Fire Chief Vehicle Fire 41,108 2004 5 -
Command Vehicle Fire 49,084 2013 5 5
Ambulance Fire 200,000 2012 10 10
Fire Attack Truck Fire 169,746 2012 10 10
Spartran Senator II School Bus Academy 41,625 2010 5 3
Girardin18 Passenger Bus Academy 41,625 2010 5 3
Pool vehicle (Sold FY 12/13) General 8,500 2004 4 -
Chevy Silverado Truck Building 15,704 2005 5 -
Marshal's Vehicle Court 23,000 2007 5 -
Chevy Silverado Truck Public Works 11,105 2008 5 -
$ 982,901
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Capital Maintenance and Replacement
The Town recognizes that deferred maintenance and not anticipating capital
replacement needs increases future capital costs. Annually, available funds will be
evaluated during the budget process and a percentage of each operating fund’s
budget will be recommended to the Council for transfer. Upon approval by the Council,
the recommended amount will be transferred to the appropriate funds (General or Utility
Maintenance Replacement Fund) for major maintenance/ replacement of street, building
roof, flooring, air conditioning, equipment, etc.
The Town of Westlake owns, operates, and maintains a number of vehicles. To provide a
fiscally responsible vehicle and equipment replacement policy that enables the Town to
maximize vehicle and equipment utilization, while maintaining the Town’s desired public
image and high quality program of services for our residents. Therefore, the Town of
Westlake will maintain a Vehicle and Equipment Replacement and Depreciation
Schedule; said schedule will be maintained by the Finance Department.
Vehicle and equipment replacement criteria will be developed according to each items
anticipated useful service life. Typically, this is based upon the type or “category” of the
vehicle/equipment and its usage. Each item will be surveyed annually and assigned a
score based upon the Point Range and Guideline document. A vehicle will be replaced
according to the established criteria unless the Department Head(s) and the Town
Manager’s office determine that: 1) mechanical failure or vehicle damage warrants
earlier replacement, or 2) the vehicle is still serviceable and may serve additional years
beyond its original anticipated service life.
Funding for vehicle/equipment replacement should be incrementally allocated from
department operating funds to a restricted Capital Maintenance and Replacement Fund,
subject to funding availability on an annual basis. Future vehicle/equipment
replacements should be funded from this restricted fund, which receives accumulated
operating fund transfers based upon the Vehicle and Equipment Depreciation Schedule.
Funding will consist of an annual set-aside based upon a straight-line depreciation for
each vehicle over the course of its useful life and budgeted as part of the annual budget
development process.
Depreciation fees should commence the same fiscal year of each new and replacement
vehicle/equipment purchase. Likewise, depreciation expenses should be expensed from
the respective department operating budget and deposited into the Capital
Maintenance and Replacement Fund. Depreciation expenses shall continue through the
service life of the new vehicle/equipment and shall cease upon retirement of said
vehicle/equipment.
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Vehicle and Equipment Replacement and Depreciation Guidelines
Purpose: To provide a fiscally responsible vehicle and equipment replacement and
depreciation policy, which will enable the Town of Westlake to maximize asset utilization
while maintaining a positive public image and being fiscally responsible in our budgeting
and fleet replacement programs.
Policy: Replacement criteria for Town-owned vehicles and equipment will depend
primarily on a point system, which is based upon the following factors:
• Age
• Miles/Hour Usage
• Type of Service
• Reliability
• Maintenance and Repair Costs (not to include incident repairs)
• Condition
Point Range Chart Note: The Town may decide to retain a vehicle beyond the stated
criteria after an evaluation of anticipated usage, repairs and operating costs. Each Town
vehicle and small equipment have been placed in a specific category (as listed below)
in order to allow for uniformity in our replacement standards.
Category "A"
This category consists of the one (1) 18-passenger and one (1) 20-passenger school
bus. The life span for school bus is 10 years. The Fire Department which includes
engines, ladder truck, ambulances, and attack truck which are used primarily as a
front-line response vehicle. The front-line life-span of the Engine is 15 years and has a
reserve life-span for additional five years. The ambulance front-line life-span is seven
years and has a reserve vehicle life-span for additional seven. The Town currently has
one (1) Engine, one (1) Attack Truck and two (2) Ambulances.
Category "B"
This category consists of Maintenances and Public Works vehicles which are used to serve
the public on a day-to-day basis and pull trailers. Due to the heavy use, these vehicles
may be scheduled for replacement at 100,000 miles provided the maintenance cost is
considerably higher than vehicles of the same type. The Town currently has two (2) Public
Works trucks.
Category "C"
This category consists of all other cars and pickups, which include administration pool car,
building inspection truck, warrant officer public safety vehicle. These vehicles are
generally assigned to a designated staff member and should not be replaced earlier than
100,000 miles provided the maintenance cost is considerably higher than vehicles of the
same type.
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Category "D"
This category consists of other off-road equipment (mule and mowers) that are used to
serve the public on an "as needed" basis. Replacement of this category may be made
after 2,500 operating hours, or provided the maintenance cost is considerably higher than
equipment of the same type. The Town currently has one (1) Kawasaki utility vehicle and
(1) mower.
Category "E"
This category consists of light equipment (weed-eaters, chain saw and pumps,
generators, trailers, and other small hand-operated equipment) which are used to serve
the public on an "as needed" basis. Replacements in this category may be made after
the total maintenance cost exceeds the original purchase price of a particular piece of
equipment. The cost of upgrading a piece of equipment will be the responsibility of the
operating division. The Town currently has one weed-trimmer, chain saw, blower, small
generator and a trailer.
Guide for Early Replacement of Town-Owned Vehicles
Early Replacement
The consideration of early replacement of a vehicle often arises when major expenditures
are necessary to restore it to a safe operating condition (e.g., major component failure
or incident damage). The economic effect of such repairs cannot be avoided because
the cost to the Town is normally about the same whether the vehicle is sold in un-repaired
condition or restored to repaired condition.
However, replacement prior to the normal criteria for vehicles will result in an acceleration of
all future replacement cost cycles required to satisfy a continuing vehicle need. This
acceleration of cost cycles causes a sizable increase in the total present value cost of all
fixture cycles and should be avoided whenever possible. Major vehicle repairs should
always be made, with two exceptions:
1. Major expenditures for repair should not be made when the cost of the repair
plus the vehicle salvage in un-repaired condition exceeds its wholesale value in
repaired condition.
2. Major deferrable expenditures should not be made when a vehicle is in the final six
months of its retention cycle. During this period the penalty for early replacement
is small and, therefore, the vehicle should be replaced rather than repaired.
Depreciation Formula
Current acquisition price of each vehicle divided by the utilization cycle mileage or
total maintenance cost) will provide the yearly depreciation allowance.
EXAMPLE A – Vehicles
Mileage: $30,000.00 vehicle divided by the target replacement cycle of 100,000
miles will give you a depreciation cost of $.30 per mile.
$0.30 times the number of miles (20,000) the vehicle was driven the previous year
will give you the yearly depreciation amount $6,000.00.
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EXAMPLE B – Small Equipment
Maintenance Cost: depreciate the original purchase price by 15% per year, for
power hand tools, trailers, etc. Replace the item only when the maintenance cost
reaches the original purchase price.
Point Ranges for Replacement Consideration
Point Scale Condition Description
20 points & under Excellent Do not replace
21 to 25 points Very Good Re-evaluate for the following year's budget
26 to 31 points Fair Qualifies for replacement if M/R cost exceed 60% of cost
32 to 37 point Poor Replacement if budget allows
Above 38 points failed Needs priority replacement
Below are two examples on how the point range and guidelines for Category "B" and “C”
would work with current town vehicles.
Example: Pool Vehicle
Data Description Points
Year 1999 26 points
Type Crown Victoria Passenger Car 1 point
Mileage 64,000 6 points
Maintenance Repair driver side window motor 2 points
Condition Poor paint and body condition, hail
damage, rust spots, small dents, interior -
rips, tears, stains, cracking on seat covers
5 points
Total Points 40 points
Staff recommendation = Replacement this year
Data Description Points
Year 2005 14 points
Type Silverado F150 extended cab truck 1 point
Mileage 35,000 3 points
Maintenance low 1 points
Condition Very good exterior and interior condition 1 points
Total Points 20 points
Staff recommendation = Include the replacement cost in the five year forecast
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Point range and guidelines for Category "B" and “C”
Factor Points Description
Age Usage Type
of Service
1 Each 10,000 miles of usage
1 Standard sedans, SUV’s and pickups
2 Each year of chronological age
3 Any vehicle that pulls trailer, hauls heavy loads and continued off-
road usage
4 Any vehicle involved in ice or snow removal or road treatment
Reliability
Preventive
Maintenance
Work Not
Included
1 In shop one time within three month time period, no major
breakdowns/road side assistance call with 3 month period
2 In shop one time within three month time period, 1 breakdown/
road side assistance call within 3 month period
3 In shop more than once within 3 month time period, 1 or more
breakdown/road side assistance call within same period
4 In shop more than twice within one month time period, 1 or more
breakdowns/road side assistance call in same time period
5 Two or more breakdowns within one month time period
M&R Cost
Incident Repair
Not Include
1 Maintenance cost are less than or equal to 20% of replacement
2 Maintenance cost are 21-40% of replacement cost
3 Maintenance cost are 41-60% of replacement cost
4 Maintenance cost are 61-80% of replacement cost
5 Maintenance cost are greater than or equal to 81% of
replacement cost
Condition 1 No visual damage or rust
2 Minor imperfections in body and paint, interior fair (no rips, tears,
burn)
3 Noticeable imperfections in body and paint surface, minor rust,
minor damage for add-on equipment, won interior (one or more
rips, tears, burns).
4 Poor paint and body condition, rust (holes), interior (rips, tears,
burns, cracked dash) and major damage for add-on equipment
5 Previous accident damage, poor paint and body condition, rust
(holes), interior (rips, tears, burns, cracked dash) and major
damage for add-on equipment
Point Ranges Condition Description
0-20 Excellent Do not replace
21-25 Very
Good
Re-evaluate for next year’ budget (5 year forecast)
26-31 Good Qualifies for replacement this year if M/R cost exceed 60% of cost
32-37 Fair Qualities for replacement this if budget allows
38+ Poor Needs priority
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UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS OVERVIEW
The Town of Westlake currently owns
a minimum of approximately $24M
of utility fixed assets. These take the
form of water, sewer and
telecommunications duct bank lines.
These assets are initially installed
through development and later
transferred to the Town for upkeep
and maintenance.
With the recent completion of the
Stagecoach Hills water main, the
Town’s utility infrastructure is in
relatively good shape with no known
deficiencies. The five items that are
fully depreciated are water lines that
were transferred from the City of
Keller which may need replacement
in the near future but are fully
operational now. It should also be noted that the Town is currently engineering a GIS
system that will map all infrastructure; this project provides us the opportunity to review the
condition of these assets and their values which will be revised as necessary.
Adopted Projects – CIP FY 12-17
Projects to be completed in FY 12-13
• N1 Sewer Line Transfer I&I Repairs
• Stagecoach Hills Waterline Phase II
Projects to be completed in FY 13-14
• Ground Storage Tank
• N1 Sewer Line Transfer
Unfunded (Under Discussion) Projects
• There are no unfunded projects
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 12,467 - - - - 12,467
Construction - - 70,500 - - - - 70,500
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 82,967 - - - - 82,967
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 82,967 - - - - 82,967
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 82,967 - - - 82,967
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - -
PROJECT FUNDING
This project is intended to transfer ownership of a section of sewer line
from Westlake and Southlake to TRA. It includes the design and
construction of a metering station with SCADA equipment at the proposed
Town of Westlake "Point of Entry." Westlake will be required to conduct
an extensive inflow and infiltration study and perform repairs (separate
capital improvement).
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
TRA Assumption of N-1 Sewer Line
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - - 1,500,001
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - - 1,500,001
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 3,088 (3,088) 500,000 - - - - 500,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance $1.0M - 61,088 938,913 - - - - 1,000,001
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - 1,500,001
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - 500 530 545 560 2,135
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - 500 - - 2,135
PROJECT FUNDING
This project will consist of designing and constructing a new ground
storage tank at the existing pump station. We anticipate this tank will be a
1,000,000 gallon tank and will be needed to augment services once
Deloitte has become fully staffed. Maintenance (consisting of inspection
and cleaning) would not be expected until year two. Total amount =
$1,558,500; Debt service payments = approximately $170k/yr for 10 years.
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Ground Storage Tank
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Consent
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consider an ordinance for the adoption of the revised Boundary Map of the Town
of Westlake depicting all of the changes that have occurred to this date.
STAFF CONTACT: Jarrod Greenwood, Director of Public Works
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: September 16, 2013 September 16, 2013
Funding: Amount - 0T Status- N/A Source- N/A
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Sense of Place Customer Focus
CF.Promote
Community Health,
Safety & Welfare
Strategic Issue Outcome Strategy Staff Action
Comprehensive
Planning and
Management of
Natural Resources
6. Maximize the service
provision level to our
customers through the use of
the shared services model,
public/private partnerships,
and implementation of
innovative inter-governmental
agreements.
SA 06.1: Seek
Partnerships
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Over the past several years there have been numerous disputes over the location of the boundary
of the Town of Westlake. Some properties were annexed into the Town of Westlake and others
were de-annexed. Town Council adopted Ordinance 641 on June 28, 2010 that accurately
reflected the legal boundary of the Town of Westlake with t he Metes and Bounds for the exhibit
prepared by our engineer and reviewed by our attorney.
As you may recall, the Town Council approved an inter-local agreement with Tarrant County
and the City of Keller to share the cost for the construction of a signal at the US 377 and
Westport Parkway intersection at its April 23, 2012 regular meeting. Tarrant County determined
that the intersection was located in unincorporated Tarrant County and petitioned Westlake to
annex it as the Town already provides emergency services to this location and it does not place
an increased burden on the Town.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance
Boundary Map of the Town of Westlake
Metes and Bounds description of the boundary of the Town of Westlake to be provided
separately.
Ordinance 713
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 713
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS, ADOPTING AN
OFFICIAL TOWN LIMIT BOUNDARY MAP; RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING ALL
PRIOR ANNEXATIONS AND TOWN LIMIT BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING FOR A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, Texas (the “Town”) is a general law municipality
operating pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Section 41.001 of the Texas Local Government Code requires and
authorizes the Town to adopt an official map showing the municipal boundaries and
extraterritorial jurisdiction boundaries of the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Ordinance is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That the above statements are found to be true and correct and are
incorporated into this Ordinance as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That the official municipal boundary map of the Town (to be officially
titled “Official Town Limit Boundary Map of the Town of Westlake, Texas”) is hereby adopted
and same is shown on attached Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 3: That all prior annexations of the Town are hereby ratified and confirmed
and depicted on attached Exhibit “B”.
SECTION 4: If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance be declared
unconstitutional for any reason, it shall not affect the constitutionality and the validity of any
other section, sentence, clause or phrase, and the Town Council declares that it would have
passed all other sections, sentences, clauses or phrases of this Ordinance notwithstanding the
unconstitutionality or invalidity or any paragraph, section, sentence, clause or phrase hereof.
Ordinance 713
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SECTION 5: That this Ordinance shall become effective on the date of its passage.
DULY PASSED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE,
TEXAS, AT A DULY CALLED PUBLIC MEETING WITH A QUORUM OF THE
GOVERNING BODY PRESENT ON THE 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
______________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________ _______________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED:
______________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Action Item
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consideration of a Resolution Approving an Economic Development
Agreement Between the Town of Westlake and the Marriott Solana Hotel.
STAFF CONTACT: Debbie Piper, Finance Director
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: October 1, 2013 September 30, 2014
Funding: Amount - $40,000 Status- Funded Source- Visitors Association Fund
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Service Excellence Financial Stewardship FS.Sustain Fiscal Health
Strategic Issue Outcome Strategy Staff Action
Fiscal Stewardship &
Organizational
Effectiveness
6. Maximize the service
provision level to our
customers through the use of
the shared services model,
public/private partnerships,
and implementation of
innovative inter -
governmental agreements.
SA 06.1: Seek Partnerships
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This portion of the proposed twelve (12) month economic development grant agreement is in the
amount of $40,000. Previously, in February, 2013, the agreement pertaining to the “Shuttle Bus
Transportation Cost” was approved. At that time we were in discussions with Marriott
management regarding reworking the “Incentive Program”; therefore, only the Transportation
portion of the agreement was approved. There was a transition of staff both in the Manger and the
Finance personnel at the Hotel and no action was taken until the new personnel were put into place
last month. If approved, this would be the fourth consecutive year that the Town has partnered
with the Marriott Solana Hotel regarding the “Incentive Program”. Prior to this, the Town
participated in only the Hotel’s shuttle bus system costs.
In previous years, there were two (2) components to this proposed economic development grant that
would disburse hotel/motel occupancy tax funds from the Town to the Marriott Solana. As stated
previously, this is the second part of the annual agreement to be approved.
• Shuttle Bus Transportation Cost Participation. An amount of $80,000 was approved in
February, 2013 for the Town’s participation in a portion of the operating cost of Marriott
providing shuttle bus service to its guests. Marriott Solana management has shared with
Council in previous meetings the importance this shuttle bus service has to this property
maintaining its competitive position in the local market, particularly competing with the
Hilton at Southlake Town Center and the Marriott at the Texas World Speedway. Marriot
Solana management has emphasized repeatedly to Council that this shuttle bus service is
essential for this property to succeed; both in terms of keeping its existing business bookings
and in terms of growing its income stream by marketing to new businesses. In addition to
providing shuttle services to and from DFW airport for Marriott Solana guests, this bus
service also provides hotel guests with transportation to area shopping/entertainment venues
(Southlake Town Center) and corporate training centers.
The second portion of the agreement which we are proposing be approved is related to the
following:
• Group Business Incentive Program. This portion of the agreement is $40,000 and has
been proposed in the FY 13-14 budget. In previous years, the Staff worked with the
Marriott Solana Hotel manager on this economic development agreement which was
modeled after a similar program in the Town of Addison, Texas. The original program
allow ed the Marriott Solana to discount their room rates and/or services in order to generate
new group business and/or, under certain circumstances, maintain existing group business.
Last year this agreement moved to a two -tiered approach with the following program
minimums and incentives:
o Proposed group business shall bo ok a minimum of $30,000 in room revenue per program
to be considered eligible for $5,000 in group incentive funds.
o Proposed group business shall book a minimum of $15,000 in room revenue per program
to be considered eligible for $2,500 in group incentive funds.
The prior management team of the Marriott Solana come to the Town and stated they had
difficulties with this aspect of the program; i.e. they would book at a greater amount of $30K or
$15K but the actual room revenue would be just short of these amounts; therefore they were not
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eligible for the group incentive funds. Funds paid out to the Marriott Solana for the current agreement
totaled $15,000. At that time, they requested time to research and bring forward another incentive
program for our review and approval.
Town Staff has met with the new Marriott Solana Hotel manager and reviewed their new proposal
regarding this agreement. The new program would be structured as follows:
o Proposed group business shall book a minimum of $10,000 in room night
revenue.
o A maximum of $5,000 is available to each group; however, the amount
provided is based on the following process:
• 10% of the room night revenue calculates the amount allowed, up to
a maximum of $5,000.
• The Town of Westlake shall receive sponsor recognition in all
correspondence and at the meeting/convention in an appropriate
manner.
This proposed grant agreement would be a reinvestment in the tourist sector of the Town’s
economic development efforts (an allowed use under State law for these hotel occupancy tax funds)
which will allow the Marriott Solana to more effectively compete in a recovering, but still very
competitive hotel market. This proposed agreement continues the requirement for performance
measures to be included in required quarterly reports submitted by the Marriott Solana to the Town.
These reports will be important for evaluating the success and impact of this economic development
grant on: 1.) maintaining this important Town revenue stream and 2.) growing this revenue stream
in a challenging and highly competitive economic environment.
In is important to recognize that, under State law, this is a grant of public dollars for economic
development purposes. As such, this agreement also includes “claw back” provisions that, should
the Town determine that the Marriott has not spent these grant funds for their intended purpose, the
Town can require that those funds be repaid with interest. Additionally, if it is determined that the
group business program is not achieving its objective, the Staff will notify both the hotel’s
management and the Council to take steps to address its performance or recommend the program
not be renewed upon expiration of the grant agreement, although this has not been the case to date.
The Town receives 7% of the 13% hotel/motel occupancy tax allowed by State law. The FY 13-14
Budget contains an estimate that the Town will receive $700,000 in the current fiscal year in the
Visitors Association Fund. This represents 3% of the total Town municipal revenue stream and is
derived totally from the Town’s only hotel, the Marriott Solana. For that reason, it is important for
the Town to take a strategic approach in maintaining and possibly growing this funding stream.
In the past, the Town has utilized hotel/motel occupancy tax funds for many important programs
including funding costs related to special events such as Arbor Day, Decoration Day, as well as the
MasterWorks outdoor concert series at Solana. Additionally, because Westlake has broader
statutory authority under State law than most cities to spend hotel/motel occupancy tax funds for
any municipal purpose, the Town has used these funds to cover costs of various municipal
operational costs and capital projects (an example would be payment of a portion of the debt service
for Westlake Academy related bonds).
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The Town Council adopted an economic development policy in 2006 (Resolution 06-19). This
proposed agreement comports to that policy. Further, this economic development agreement fits
with the Town’s Adopted Strategic Plan Vision Points.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Recommend adoption of the resolution approving this economic development grant agreement
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution approving this Economic Development Grant Agreement between the Town and the
Marriott Solana with the Agreement attached as “Schedule A”.
Resolution 13-27
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
RESOLUTION 13-27
A RESOLUTION BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE,
TEXAS, APPROVING AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE
MARRIOTT SOLANA.
WHEREAS, the Westlake Town Council, in its current Strategic Plan, has identified
“Service Excellence” as a Vision Point for that Strategic Plan as well as Financial Stewardship as
a Strategic Issue that must be addressed to move the Town towards this Vision Point; and,
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake sales and use taxes are an important revenue source
to support its general operations; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council desires to have new and existing businesses that
maintain and grow their sales and use tax streams, which in turn, enhances the Town’s financial
position and sustainability per its Strategic Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council acknowledges t hat the Town’s Visitors Association Fund
is a key component of its financial structure and that an economic development grant to the
Marriott Solana Hotel will help solidify and maintain that structure; and,
WHEREAS, Town has an economic development policy adopted by Resolution 06-19
and that this proposed economic development agreement with the Marriott Solana meets those
policy guidelines and meets the requirements of State law for municipalities to grant 380
economic development grants to businesses located in their boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Resolution is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: THAT, all matters stated in the Recitals hereinabove are found to be true
and correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: THAT, the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas, hereby
approves the Economic Development Grant Agreement with the Marriott Solana attached hereto
as Exhibit “A”; and further authorizes the Town Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of
the Town of Westlake.
Resolution 13-27
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SECTION 3: If any portion of this Resolution shall, for any reason, be declared invalid
by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions
hereof and the Council hereby determines that it would have adopted this Resolution without the
invalid provision.
SECTION 4: That this resolution shall become effective from and after its date of
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2013.
_____________________________
Laura Wheat, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________ ______________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
________________________________
L Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AGREEMENT
This ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AGREEMENT
(“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS
(the “Town”), a Type-A general law municipal corporation organized under the laws of
the State of Texas, and MARRIOTT HOTEL SERVICES, INC. D/B/A
DALLAS/FT.WORTH MARRIOTT SOLANA, (“Marriott:), a Hotel. The Town
and Marriott are collectively referred to as the “Parties”.
RECITALS
The Town and Marriott hereby agree that the following statements are true and
correct and constitute the basis upon which the Town and Marriott have entered into this
Agreement:
A. Marrio tt owns and operates a 294 (288 plus 6 suites) room, full-service
hotel located at 5 Village Circle, Westlake, Texas, (the “Hotel”) The Hotel provides a
valuable catalyst for visitors, tourism, and economic development to the Town.
B. In order to increase visitors and tourism, and to maximize the economic
benefits that the Hotel can bring to the Town, the Town and Marriott desire to enter into
this Agreement.
C. In accordance with Resolution No. 06-19, adopted by the Town Council
on May 8, 2006, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and hereby made a part of this
Agreement for all purposes, the Town has established an economic development
incentive policy and program pursuant to which the Town will, on a case-by-case basis,
offer economic incentive packages authorized by Chapter 380 of the Texas Local
Government Code, Article III, Section 52-a of the Texas Constitution, and other
applicable laws, that include monetary loans and grants of public money, as well as the
provision of personnel and services of the Town, to businesses and entities that the Town
Council determines will promote State or local economic development and stimulate
business and commercial activity in the Town in return for verifiable commitments from
such businesses or entities to cause specific infrastructure, employment and other public
benefits to be made or invested in the Town (the “380 Program”).
D. The Town Council has determined that by entering into this Agreement,
the potential increase of visitors and tourism and economic benefits that will accrue to the
Town under the terms and conditions of this Agreement are consistent with the Town’s
economic development objectives and the 380 Program and will further t he goals for
positive economic growth, visitors and tourism in the Town. This Agreement is
authorized by Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code and the 380 Program.
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NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits and promises
contained herein and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. INCORPORATION OF RECITALS.
The Town Council has found at a duly-called and legally-noticed public meeting
through the adoption of Town Resolution No. 13-XX, attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and
hereby made a part of this Agreement for all purposes, and the Town and Marriott hereby
agree, that the recitals set forth above are incorporated herein and true and correct and
form the basis upon which the Parties have entered into this Agreement.
2. DEFINITIONS.
In addition to terms defined in the body of this Agreement, the following terms
shall have the definitions ascribed to them as follows:
380 Program has the meaning ascribed to it in Recital C.
Affiliate means all entities, incorporated or otherwise, under common control
with, controlled by or controlling Marriott . For purposes of this definition, “control”
means fifty percent (50%) or more of the ownership determined by either value or vote.
Program Grants means the annual allowable economic development grants paid
(whether in one or multiple installments) by the Town to Marriott in accordance with this
Agreement and as part of the 380 Program.
Program Source Funds means an amount of Town funds legally available for
inclusion in a Program Grant that is payable to Marriott in a given Program Year, which
shall be derived from hotel occupancy taxes generated by the Hotel and received by the
Town pursuant to Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code, or other legally available funds of
the Town.
Program Year means the Town’s fiscal year (i.e. October 1 through September
30th) in which the Town is obligated pursuant to this Agreement to pay Marriott a
Program Grant, beginning with the first fiscal year following the execution of this
Agreement.
Quarterly Report has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 4.2.
Records have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 4.3.
Term has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 3.
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Town of Westlake Hotel Support Program has the meaning ascribed to it in
Section 4.1.
3. TERM.
This Agreement shall be effective as of the date of execution by the Parties (the
“Effective Date”) and, unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement, shall
expire one (1) year from the Execution Date.
4. TOWN AND MARRIOTT’S OBLIGATIONS AND COMMITMENTS.
4.1. Town of Westlake Hotel Support Program
The total amount to be granted by the Town to Marriott under the terms of
this Agreement for the Town of Westlake Hotel Support Program shall not
exceed $40,000 with said Town of Westlake Hotel Support Program,
consisting of the following:
Group Booking Incentives, the requirements for which are attached hereto
as Exhibit “C” and hereby made a part of this Agreement for all purposes
(the “Hotel Support Agreement”) and details the obligations of Marriott to
receive, and the Town to grant, the Program Grants from the Program
Source Funds during the Program Year related to group bookings at the
Hotel. The purpose of this component of the Town’s Hotel Support
Program shall be to increase new group bookings for the Hotel and to not
incur a decrease in overall group meeting business (i.e. all group bookings
at the Hotel both of new group business and repeat group business), thus
increasing economic development through tourism and business
development activity in the Town. The Group Booking Incentives
provided by the Town under this Agreement to the Hotel shall not exceed
$40,000 during the term of this Agreement.
4.2. Reports and Filings.
On a quarterly basis during the Term, Marriott shall submit a written
report to the Town specifically delineating its compliance with this
Agreement (the “Quarterly Report”). The Quarterly Report shall be
received by the Town Manager no later than thirty (30) days from the end
of each quarter. Said Quarterly Report will contain, as a minimum, the
following performance measure information for the reporting period in
order for the Town to measure the effectiveness of its investment in this
grant of public funds to Marriott for this Hotel:
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• Total funds paid to date aggregate under this Agreement during the
contract term to Marriott regarding group incentives of the Town’s
Hotel Support Program described in Section 4.1 of this Agreement
• Total funds spent to date by Marriott for the activities and purposes
set out in Section 4.1 of this Agreement
• Increases in average daily occupancy at the Hotel
• Decreases in average daily occupancy at the Hotel
• Number of room nights generated by new group bookings at the
Hotel
• Number of room nights generated by repeat group business
bookings at the Hotel
• The number of new group bookings made for the Hotel during the
reporting period and the number of repeat group business bookings
made for the Hotel during the reporting period.
• A brief description of marketing/sales efforts made during the
reporting period for the Hotel including:
the number and type of new group sales prospects
identified, targeted, and group sales closed by Marriott
sales staff during the reporting period
the number and type of new group sales made by contacts
from outside the Hotel Marriott
4.3. Audits.
Per the requirements of State law and the Town ordinance establishing the
Town’s hotel-motel occupancy tax, the Town will have the right throughout the
Term to audit any and all financial and business records of Marriott that relate to
the performance of this Agreement and any other documents necessary to
evaluate Marriott ’s compliance with this Agreement or with the goals set forth in
this Agreement, including, but not limited to construction documents and invoices
(collectively “Records”). Marriott shall make all Records available to the Town
at the Hotel or at another location in the Town acceptable to both parties
following reasonable advance notice by the Town and shall otherwise cooperate
fully with the Town during any audit.
5. DEFAULT, TERMINATION AND FAILURE BY MARRIOTT TO MEET
VARIOUS DEADLINES AND COMMITMENTS.
5.1. Continuous Operation. Following the Completion Date, if Marriott fails
to continuously operate a full-service hotel at 5 Village Circle, Westlake, Texas,
76262, the Town shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by providing
written notice to Marriott without further obligation to Marriott hereunder.
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5.2. Failure to Pay Town Taxes or Fees.
An event of default shall occur under this Agreement if any legally-
imposed Town taxes or fees owed on, or generated by, the hotel become
delinquent and Marriott or the Affiliate does not either pay such taxes or follow
the legal procedures for protest and/or contest of any such taxes. In this event, the
Town shall notify Marriott in writing and Marriott shall have sixty (60) calendar
days to cure such default. If the default has not been fully cured by such time, the
Town shall have the right to terminate this Agreement immediately by providing
written notice to Marriott and shall have all other rights and remedies that may be
available to it under the law or in equity.
5.3 Violations of Town Code, State or Federal Law.
An event of default shall occur under this Agreement if any written
citation is issued to Marriott or an Affiliate due to the occurrence of a violation of
a material provision of the Town Code at the Hotel (including, without limitation,
any violation of the Town’s Building or Fire Codes and any other Town Code
violations related to the environmental condition of the Hotel; or to matters
concerning the public health, safety or welfare) and such citation is not paid or the
recipient of such citation does not properly follow the legal procedures for protest
and/or contest of any such citation. An event of default shall occur under this
Agreement if the Town is notified by a governmental agency or unit with
appropriate jurisdiction that Marriott or an Affiliate, or any successor in interest
thereto, any third party with access to the Hotel pursuant to the express or implied
permission of Marriott or an Affiliate, or any a successor in interest thereto, is in
violation of any material state or federal law, rule or regulation on account of the
Hotel, improvements on the Hotel or any operations thereon (including, without
limitation, any violations related to the environmental condition of the Hotel; the
environmental condition other land or waters which is attributable to operations
on the Hotel; or to matters concerning the public health, safety or welfare). Upon
the occurrence of such default, the Town shall notify Marriott in writing and
Marriott shall have (i) thirty (30) calendar days to cure such default or (ii) if
Marriott has diligently pursued cure of the default but such default is not
reasonably curable within thirty (30) calendar days, then such amount of time that
the Town reasonably agrees is necessary to cure such default. If the default has
not been fully cured by such time, the Town shall have the right to terminate this
Agreement immediately by providing written notice to Marriott and shall have all
other rights and remedies that may be available to under the law or in equity.
5.4. Unauthorized Use of Funds and Requirement for Repayment to Town.
If, during an audit by the Town under the provisions of this Agreement, the Town
determines that the proceeds of this grant have not been utilized by Marriott for
the purposes outlined in this Agreement, Marriott will be given thirty (30)
calendar days to cure (following written notice from the Town) and, if Marriott
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fails to cure per the written notice from the Town, Marriott shall immediately
remit to the Town the entire amount under this Agreement paid by the Town to
Marriott during the reporting period during which the Town has identified that
Marriott was not in compliance with the terms of this Agreement. If said amount
is not remitted to the Town within 30 calendar days from the end of the cure
period, that amount demanded for repayment to the Town plus six (6) percent
simple interest on the repayment amount shall be due, in full, to the Town. For
the purposes of this Section, Simple Interest” is defined as a rate of interest
applied to the aggregate amount of the Program Grants paid by the Town to
Marriott during the reporting period in which Marriott was in violation of this
Agreement.
5.5. Failure to Submit Reports.
Without limiting the application of Section 5.6, if Marriott fails to submit
any report required by and in accordance with Section 4.2, the Town’s obligation
to pay any Program Grants at the time, if any, shall be suspended until Marriott
has provided and is current on all reports.
5.6. General Breach.
Unless stated elsewhere in this Agreement, Marriott shall be in default
under this Agreement if Marriott breaches any term or condition of this
Agreement. In the event that such breach remains uncured after thirty (30)
calendar days following receipt of written notice from the Town referencing this
Agreement (or, if Marriott has diligently and continuously attempted to cure
following receipt of such written notice but reasonably requires more than thirty
(30) calendar days to cure, then such additional amount of time as is reasonably
necessary to effect cure, as determined by both parties mutually and in good
faith), the Town shall have the right to terminate this Agreement immediately by
providing written notice to Marriott .
6. NO INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OR AGENCY RELATIONSHIP.
It is expressly understood and agreed that Marriott shall not operate as an
independent contractor or as an agent, representative or employee of the Town. Marriott
shall have the exclusive right to control all details and day-to-day operations relative to
the Hotel Support Program and shall be so lely responsible for the acts and omissions of
its officers, agents, servants, employees, contractors, subcontractors, licensees and
invitees. Marriott acknowledges that the doctrine of respondeat superior will not apply
as between the Town and Marriott , its officers, agents, servants, employees, contractors,
subcontractors, licensees, and invitees. Marriott further agrees that nothing in this
Agreement will be construed as the creation of a partnership or joint enterprise between
the Town and Marriott .
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7. INDEMNIFICATION.
MARRIOTT, AT NO COST OR LIABILITY TO THE TOWN, AGREES TO
DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE TOWN, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS,
ATTORNEYS, SERVANTS AND EMPLOYEES, HARMLESS AGAINST ANY AND
ALL CLAIMS, LAWSUITS, ACTIONS, COSTS AND EXPENSES OF ANY KIND,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THOSE FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR
LOSS (INCLUDING ALLEGED DAMAGE OR LOSS TO MARRIOTT’ BUSINESS
AND ANY RESULTING LOST PROFITS) AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY,
INCLUDING DEATH, THAT MAY RELATE TO, ARISE OUT OF OR BE
OCCASIONED BY (i) MARRIOTT’ BREACH OF ANY OF THE TERMS OR
PROVISIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT; OR (ii) ANY ACT OR OMISSION OR
INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT OF MARRIOTT, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS,
ASSOCIATES, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS (OTHER THAN THE TOWN, OR
ITS EMPLOYEES, OFFICERS, AGENTS, ASSOCIATES, CONTRACTORS OR
SUBCONTRACTS), OR SUBCONTRACTORS DUE OR RELATED TO OR ARISING
FROM OPERATION AND CONDUCT OF THE HOTEL SUPPORT PROGRAM OR
OTHERWISE TO THE PERFORMANCE OR OBLIGATIONS OF THIS
AGREEMENT.
8. NOTICES.
All written notices called for or required by this Agreement shall be addressed to
the following, or such other party or address as either party designates in writing, by
certified mail, postage prepaid, or by hand delivery:
Town: Marriott:
Town of Westlake _______________________________
Attn: Town Manager _______________________________
3 Village Circle, #202 _______________________________
Westlake, Texas 76262 ____________________________________
With Copies to (which shall not
constitute notice):
Boyle & Lowry, L.L.P.
Attn: L. Stanton Lowry
4201 Wingren Dr., Suite 108
Irving, Texas 75062
9. ASSIGNMENT AND SUCCESSORS.
Marriott may at any time assign, transfer or otherwise convey any of its rights or
obligations under this Agreement to an Affiliate without the approval of the Town so
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long as Marriott , the Affiliate and the Town first execute an agreement approved by the
Town Council of the Town of Westlake under which the Affiliate agrees to assume and
be bound by all covenants and obligations of Marriot t under this Agreement. Otherwise,
Marriott may not assign, transfer or otherwise convey any of its rights or obligations under
this Agreement to any other person or entity without the prior consent of the Town
Council, conditioned on (i) the prior approval of the assignee or successor and a finding by
the Town Council that the proposed assignee or successor is financially capable of meeting
the terms and conditions of this Agreement and (ii) prior execution by the proposed
assignee or successor of a written agreement with the Town under which the proposed
assignee or successor agrees to assume and be bound by all covenants and obligations of
Marriott under this Agreement. Any attempted assignment without the Town Council’s
prior consent shall constitute a breach and be grounds for termination of this Agreement
and following receipt of written notice from the Town to Marriott. Any lawful assignee or
successor in interest of Marriott of all rights under this Agreement shall be deemed
“Marriott” for all purposes under this Agreement.
10. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, ORDINANCES, RULES AND
REGULATIONS.
This Agreement will be subject to all applicable Federal, State and local laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, all provisions of the
Town’s codes and ordinances, as amended.
11. GOVERNMENTAL POWERS.
It is understood that by execution of this Agreement, the Town does not waive or
surrender any of it governmental powers or immunities that are outside of the terms,
obligations, and conditions of this Agreement .
12. NO WAIVER.
The failure of either party to insist upon the performance of any term or provision
of this Agreement or to exercise any right granted hereunder shall not constitute a waiver
of that party’s right to insist upon appropriate performance or to assert any such right on
any future occasion.
13. VENUE AND JURISDICTION.
If any action, whether real or asserted, at law or in equity, arises on the basis of
any provision of this Agreement, venue for such action shall lie in state courts located in
Tarrant County, Texas or the United States District Court for the Northern District of
Texas – Fort Worth Division. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the
laws of the State of Texas.
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14. NO THIRD PARTY RIGHTS.
The provisions and conditions of this Agreement are solely for the benefit of the
Town and Marriott , and any lawful assign or successor of Marriott , and are not intended
to create any rights, contractual or otherwise, to any other person or entity.
15. FORCE MAJEURE.
It is expressly understood and agreed by the Parties to this Agreement that if the
performance of any obligations hereunder is delayed by reason of war, civil commotion,
acts of God, inclement weather, or other circumstances which are reasonably beyond the
control or knowledge of the party obligated or permitted under the terms of this
Agreement to do or perform the same, regardless of whether any such circumstance is
similar to any of those enumerated or not, the party so obligated or permitted shall be
excused from doing or performing the same during such period of delay, so that the time
period applicable to such requirement shall be extended for a period of time equal to the
period such party was delayed. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, it is
specifically understood and agreed that Marriott’ failure to obtain adequate financing to
complete the Required Improvements by the Completion Deadline shall not be deemed to
be an event of force majeure and that this Section 15 shall not operate to extend the
Completion Deadline in such an event.
16. INTERPRETATION.
In the event of any dispute over the meaning or application of any provision of
this Agreement, this Agreement shall be interpreted fairly and reasonably, and neither
more strongly for or against any party, regardless of the actual drafter of this Agreement.
17. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the
Parties that sections, paragraphs, clauses and phrases of this Agreement are severable,
and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Agreement shall be
declared unconstitutional or illegal by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality or illegality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this Agreement since the
same would have been executed by the Parties without the incorporation in this
Agreement of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. It
is the intent of the Parties to provide the economic incentives contained in this Agreement
by all lawful means.
18. CAPTIONS.
Captions and headings used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and
shall not be deemed a part of this Agreement.
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19. ENTIRETY OF AGREEMENT.
This Agreement, including any exhibits attached hereto and any documents
incorporated herein by reference, contains the entire understanding and agreement
between the Town and Marriott , and any lawful assign and successor of Marriott , as to
the matters contained herein. Any prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreement is
hereby declared null and void to the extent in conflict with any provision of this
Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, this Agreement shall not be
amended unless executed in writing by both parties and approved by the Town Council of
the Town in an open meeting held in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas
Government Code.
20. COUNTERPARTS.
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be
considered an original, but all of which shall constitute one instrument.
EXECUTED as of the last date indicated below:
TOWN OF WESTLAKE: _______________________________
_______________________________
a Texas_________________________
By: By:
Thomas E. Brymer _____________________________
Town Manager _____________________________
Date: Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
By:
L. Stanton Lowry
Town Attorney
EXHIBITS
“A” – Town of Westlake Resolution No. 06-19
“B” – Town of Westlake Resolution No. 13-XX
“C” – Town of Westlake Hotel Support Program re: Group Booking Incentives for
2013-2014
TOWN OF WESTLAKE HOTEL SUPPORT PROGRAM
Description:
A cooperative marketing program designed to assist the Dallas/Fort Worth Marriott Solana Hotel in securing group
and convention business. The groups can be new business or groups that have previously met at the hotel but are
considering other hotels.
Guidelines:
Requests for funds shall be submitted at the bid time, not after the group has made their decision to book at the
host hotel.
Applications may be submitted for groups/conventions that take place in the current fiscal year (October 1 -
September 30) or future years.
Proposed grou p business shall book a minimum of $10,000 in room night revenue.
A maximum of $5,000 is available to each group; however, the amount provided is based on the following process:
10% of the room night revenue calculates the amount allowed, up to a maximum of $5,000.
The Town of Westlake shall receive sponsor recognition in all correspondence and at the
meeting/convention in an appropriate manner.
Upon completion of the event or meeting, a completed Post Meeting Summary is required prior to the
release of full financial assistance. The report will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the Town of
Westlake Funds participation, as well as review future participation.
Annually, the Marriott Solana will generate a Town of Westlake Funds report to the Town Manager, or his
designee, showing the dollars expended and the direct room nights generated via this important resource.
Procedures:
The Application shall include the following information before it will be reviewed:
Hotel Information: Date of Application, Name of Host Hotel Sales Manager and Phone Number.
Group Information: Group Name, Contact Name, Address, Phone Number, Program Dates, Estimated Room
Nights, Estimated Room Night Revenue, Estimated Catering Revenue, Estimated Outlet Revenue.
Miscellaneous Information: Additional information pertinent to the group.
Signatures: The Application shall be signed by the host hotel Sales Manager and Director of Sales prior to
it being submitted for approval. The Application shall be approved by the Town of Westlake within ten
days providing that all of the requested information is received.
Once the Application has been approved, the signed application will be sent back to the requesting Sales Manager at
the host hotel.
The host hotel shall provide the Town of Westlake with a copy of the contract at the time it is signed by the group.
Funds shall not be available if this information is not received at least ten days prior to the group/convention. The
Town of Westlake may choose to send a welcome letter to the group and offer to provide community
brochures or other information to the group/convention attendees.
Since funds are reserved for every Application that is approved, the host hotel shall inform the Town of Westlake
with written authorization to release the funds should a group choose another destination.
Submit Application and Correspondence to:
The Town of Westlake
Attn: Debbie Piper, Finance Director
3 Village Circle, Suite 202
Westlake, Texas 76262
817 490 5712 Phone
817 430 1812 Fax
Disbursement of Funds:
At the time of invoice, the host hotel shall submit the following information:
1. A computerized report documenting the actual room nights booked by the group and verification of the actual
room night revenue. The disbursement of funds may be reduced based on the program guidelines if the group
generated less room night revenue than was originally stated on the Application,
2. Samples of the Town of Westlake's sponsor recognition.
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Action Item
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Conduct a Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance, Adopting the Town of Westlake
Estimated Budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, Adopting the Proposed Budget
for the fiscal Year ending September 30, 2014 including Investment Policy, Fiscal and
Budgetary Policies, Restricted, Committed and Assigned Fund Balances, and Providing
Authorization to the Town Manger to approve appropriated funds up to $25,000.
STAFF CONTACT: Tom Brymer, Town Manager
Debbie Piper, Finance Director
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: October 1, 2013 September 30, 2014
Funding: Amount - $31,762,960 Status- Funded Source- N/A
The Town of Westlake’s Proposed FY 2013-2014 budget totals $31,762,960 for all funds (including
$10,461,809 transfers in from fund balance for operating, debt service, capital projects, major
maintenance and equipment replacement needs). The majority of this decrease in fund balance is related
to capital projects and the use of the $9.5M in bond proceeds received in FY 2012-2013. Included in this
total is Westlake Academy’s FY 2012-2013 expenditures and transfers out totaling $6,435,295.
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Service Excellence Financial
Stewardship FS.Sustain Fiscal Health
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
Fiscal Stewardship &
Organizational
Effectiveness
5. Budget according
to established
service level
provisions within
departments.
SA 05.1: Budget Preparation
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
“Moving Forward Together: A Growing Community, A Growing School.” The selection of any budget
theme is intended to bring into focus how resources are recommended to be prioritized and used in order
to take the next step in achieving or creating our vision, missio n and community values for Westlake.
Keeping this theme in mind, this budget has been prepared with the following four-fold strategic focus
with the intent of achieving as an end product, an excellent quality of life for Westlake residents and
businesses:
Continued substantial investment in the Town’s infrastructure
Investing in our employees, our most important resource for achieving service excellence
Maintaining our position as a premier knowledge based community, as well as a community
recognized both state wide and nationally for our innovative approaches to local government
service delivery
Dealing with growth, both in Westlake and at Westlake Academy
The FY 13-14 budgeted amount totals $31,762,959 for all funds (including $10,461,809 transfers in from
fund balance for capital projects ($10.055M) and operating needs). The majority of this fund balance use
results in the receipt of $9.5M in bond proceeds in FY 2012-13 with the projects being completed during
FY 2013-14.
This represents a 41% fund balance decrease from the FY 2012-13 estimated budget. If only
municipal operating expenses were taken into consideration (removal of all expenses related to
capital projects/outlay, Westlake Academy and inter-fund transfers), the FY 2013-14 proposed
budget would show an increase of $1,300,172 (14%) in municipal expenditures from the FY
2012-13 estimates.
The major reasons for this increase are the following:
o Increase of $904K in Operating Expenditures
$338K for Comprehensive Plan update
$477K increased payments for debt service obligations. Payment for the 2013
certificates of obligation is $507K. The Town took advantage of the low interest rates
and refunded a portion of its debt in 2012-13 which reduced our overall payments;
saving the Town approximately $27K in annual payments.
o Increase of $395K in Payroll Expenditures
This increase includes $115,000 in market pay increases (inclusive of taxes and
insurance) for work force attraction and retention and is the second year of a 2 year
program. A portion of this increased expenditure is subsidized by transfers in from the
Utility Fund ($11.5K) and the Visitors Association Fund ($11.5K).
This increase also includes the following personnel changes
o $98,865 - addition of one full time Lieutenant
o $56,550 - addition of one full time HR Generalist
o $ 8,434 - change part time utility billing clerk to a full time position
o ($11,549) - elimination of part -time HR clerk position
$50K increase relating to medical, dental and life Insurance costs (18%).
$52K increase for social security and medicare taxes, and TMRS costs (15%).
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Three years ago, in order to provide a more holistic and comprehensive overview of all of our financial
obligations, revenue sources, and program of services that fall under the umbrella of the Town of
Westlake, we began including the operational costs for Westlake Academy in the municipal budget.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
This Public Hearing has been advertised as required by law. The recommendation is to first conduct and
close the Public Hearing, followed by Council discussion as needed. Additionally, it is recommended to
adopt the FY 2013-14 municipal budget as proposed.
ATTACHMENTS
Proposed FY 2013-14 Municipal Budget
Ordinance
1 EXECUTIVE
2 GENERA FUND
3 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
4 DEBT SERVICE
5 ENTERPRISE FUNDS
6 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
7 WESTLAKE ACADEMY
8 CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS
9 LONG TERM PLANNING
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The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented a
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the Town of Westlake for its annual budget for the fiscal
year beginning October 1, 2012. The Town has received this award for six consecutive years (fiscal
years 2007-2012). In order to receive this award, the Town must publish a budget document that meets
program criteria as a policy document, as an operations guide, as a financial plan, and as a
communications device.
THE BUDGET AS A POLICY DOCUMENT
This criterion involves including a Town-wide statement of budget policies, goals and objectives for the
year, and an explanation of the budgeting process to the reader, describing the short-term and
operational policies that guide the development of the budget. The criterion also relates to the longer -
term Town-wide policies that are expected to continue in effect for a number of years. The budget
award criterion also requires the inclusion of a budget message and/or transmittal letter by the Town
Manager.
THE BUDGET AS A FINANCIAL PLAN
This criterion involves including an explanation of the financial structure and operations of the Town, and
the Town's major revenue sources and fund structure. The budget should contain an all inclusive
financial plan for all funds and resources of the Town, including projections of financial condition at the
end of the fiscal year, projections of current year financial activity, and provide a basis for historical
comparisons. The budget should also present a consolidated picture of all operations and financing
activities in a condensed format and an explanation of the budgetary accounting basis, whether
prepared on a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis, cash basis, modified accrual
basis, or any other acceptable method.
THE BUDGET AS AN OPERATIONS GUIDE
This criterion involves including information in the document explaining
the relationship between organizational units (departments) and
programs; including an organization chart, a description of the
departmental organizational structure and staffing levels, and
historical comparisons of staffing levels; explaining how capital
spending decisions will affect operations; providing objectives and
performance measures; and describing the general directions
given to department heads through the use of goals and
objectives, reorganizations, statement of functions, or other
methods.
THE BUDGET AS A COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE
This criterion relates to having the budget document available for
public inspection; providing summary information suitable for use by interested citizens and/or the
media; avoiding the use of complex technical language and terminology; explaining the basic units of
the budget, including funds, departments or activities; and disclosing sources of revenues and
explanations of revenue estimates and assumptions. The intent is to enhance the communication
aspects of the budget document, so Ihat information in the budget can be communicated to a reader
with a non-financial background. This award is valid for a period of one year only. We believe our
current budget document continues to conform to program requirements, and we are submitting it to
GFOA to determine its eligibility for another award.
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September 16, 2013
Honorable Mayor and Town Council:
I. INTRODUCTION: BUDGET APPROACH, FORMAT, AND METHODOLOGY
On behalf of the Town of Westlake’s Leadership Team, it is my pleasure to submit for your
consideration the Proposed FY 2013-14 Budget. This year’s budget theme is “Moving Forward
Together: A Growing Community, A Growing School”. Westlake is growing and developing, as is
Westlake Academy, the Town’s charter school.
Budget Approach
As required by State law, the Town’s Proposed FY 2013-14 municipal budget has been prepared
with the base assumption that the Town’s first priority is to have a balanced budget. The budget
has also been prepared according to these criteria:
• It is a Town priority to fund and deliver basic, high quality, municipal services to our
residents and businesses.
• Service levels are in alignment with residential feedback regarding priorities from our most
recent 2013 Direction Finders (citizens’) survey results and the Town’s award winning
Strategic Issues-focused Governance System (SIGS).
Budget Format: Governing & Managing for Outcomes
As our organization has developed, we have created a framework through the progression from
a traditional strategic plan to a comprehensive governance system that is outcome focused
integrating the following elements:
• Vision driven strategic planning, strategy mapping, and outcome based performance
indicators
• Five (5) year financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance measurement linked to
strategic priorities, objectives, and outcomes to ensure a long term approach that
provides financial sustainability
• Aligning resources to prioritized outcomes
• Reporting to monitor progress in outcome achievement and accountability for results
• Utilizing citizen surveys to gauge service satisfaction levels with Town services and resident
willingness to pay for those services
• Maintaining core services
• Funding and implementing a Five (5) Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and capital
replacement
Budget Methodology
Certain assumptions, parameters, and approaches were utilized as the FY 2013-14 budget
document was prepared consistent with our overall Town philosophy of operating our
community with a focus on fiscal responsibility. These include:
• Readily identifying and tracking cost increases as they relate to maintaining or increasing
service levels
• Identifying the use of fund balances and inter-fund transfers, delineating the amount for
employee compensation increases, and clearly explaining the conservative approach
used for revenue estimating
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• The Town Council’s financial policies (contained in the appendix of the budget) were
followed in preparation of the budgeted numbers
• Maintaining minimum fund balances to exceed Town Council policy requirements (90 day
fund balance)
• Conservative revenue estimating that identifies one-time and on-going revenues
• All costs for base budgets, as well as service level adjustments due to cost increase and/or
inflation, were “scrubbed” through review and analysis by the Town Manager and Finance
Director. Programs of service were analyzed during budget review sessions with the
Leadership Team.
• Estimated expenditures for current levels of service in FY 2013-14 were achieved by:
o Adjusting for actual spending in FY 2012-13
o Deducting one-time FY 2012-13 expenditures to create the adopted base budget
for the coming fiscal year. Any anticipated cost increases, due to inflation or
program cost escalations, were identified and separated from the current base
budget in the form of “service level adjustments” (SLA’s).
II. INVESTMENTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Over the previous fiscal year 2012-13, the Town has accomplished many important milestones in
pursuing our quest for Westlake to be a premiere place to live, work, and raise a family. These
range from strategic-issues focused tasks to meeting various milestones, awards and
recognitions, as follows:
• Received the International City/County Managers Association 2013 ICMA Strategic
Leadership & Governance Award for the Town’s Strategic Issues-Focused Governance
Systems (SIGS).
• Continued to receive recognition for the transparency and high quality of its financial
reporting by receiving the following:
o Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Governmental Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) marking the 6th year in a row that we have received this honor
for our municipal budget and the 4rd year for our educational services budget
(Westlake Academy).
o International Award for Budget Excellence from the Association of School Business
Officials International for the past four years.
o Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for our
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), also known as the annual audit
which has also been recognized through GFOA for the last five years.
o The Town’s first Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) by converting much of the
CAFR document into an easy-to-read format for our residents.
• The Town’s open enrollment charter school, Westlake Academy, completed its 10th year of
operations with another strong showing of academic and extra-curricular results by our
students.
• Westlake Academy was also ranked among the best high schools in America.
o Washington Post shows them as 20th out of 1,900 schools across the nation.
o Newsweek listed the school as the 52nd best high school in the United States
o U.S. News & World Report ranked the school as 41st in the nation, 6th in Texas and
11th in national charter schools. They further designated the Academy as a Gold
Medal recipient; one of only 2% in the nation to receive this designation of top 500
schools based on highest college readiness.
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• Recognized by the Texas Economic Development Council with an award for Deloitte
University being the top economic development project in Texas for cities of Westlake’s
size.
• Completed construction on the State’s $15 Million Phase 1 FM 1938 (Davis Blvd.) project
• Began installation of streetscape improvements on FM 1938 (Davis Blvd) with median
plantings.
• Completed and adopted a facility plan for Westlake Academy, the Town’s charter school
that is integrated into the Towns 5 Year CIP.
• Invested a total of $4.5M in the Town’s infrastructure through the Town’s CIP ($3.4M) as well
as a public-private partnership with Hillwood Properties ($1.1M) for improvements to
Westlake’s major roadways - Dove Road and JT Ottinger Road. This public-private
partnership is a multi-year agreement in the amount of $5.7M.
III. BUDGET THEME, TRENDS, & OVERVIEW
As stated previously, the theme for this FY 2013-14 Proposed Budget is “Moving Forward Together:
A Growing Community, A Growing School”. Over the last 5 years, after dealing with issues
related to the Town’s fiscal sustainability, and then investing in our infrastructure, we are now
turning our attention to growth related issues both in Westlake as a municipality and at our Town
owned charter school.
How We Got to This Fiscal Year’s Budget Theme
Over the course of the last several years, we have incorporated a ‘theme’ into our budget
document to help guide and focus our efforts on the critical issues facing us for the coming
budget year. This has been an iterative process and as can be seen in how we have progressed
in our budgeting over the last 5 fiscal years:
• In FY 2009-10, the budget theme was “Critical Challenges, Critical Choices” as we initiated
community-wide dialogue on how best to achieve our community’s vision for Westlake,
ensure our quality of life, as well as begin the task of identifying our challenges as it related
to our future financial sustainability.
• In FY 2010-11, the budget theme was “Securing the Vision.” After a lengthy community
dialogue and Council discussions, the Council took the important step to institute our first
ad valorem property tax to stabilize our revenue stream and shift from a revenue source
that relied almost solely on general sales and use tax. The decision reversed the preceding
trend of depleting the General Fund.
• Decisions in FY 2010-11 led to the FY 2011-12 budget theme of “Investing in Our Future”.
This theme was derived by being able to assess a small property tax which would give us
the ability to invest in the improvement of roadways and other infrastructure projects that
would provide tremendous benefits to our residents and businesses over the next several
years.
• With our financial situation stabilized and investment in infrastructure occurring, the FY
2012-13 theme of “Driving Service Excellence” focused on providing resources that will
improve our ability to deliver excellent customer service, something that is integral to
maintaining Westlake’s quality of life and its status as a one-of-a-kind community.
Short Term Trends Related to FY 2013-14 Proposed Budget
“Moving Forward Together: A Growing Community, A Growing School.” The selection of any
budget theme is intended to bring into focus how resources are recommended to be prioritized
and used in order to take the next step in achieving or creating our vision, mission and
community values for Westlake.
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FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13FY 13/14
Number of Westlake Students
in Westlake Academy
1,241 1,265
844 705
1,027
2,079
FY 07/08FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13
Waiting List for
Westlake Academy
38
21
14
8 5
10 12
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06/07
FY
07/08
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08/09
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09/10
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10/11
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Housing Start Increases
Over the history of our Town, budgets have been prepared with an eye toward being fiscally
conservative, while providing for the highest quality of customer service that our residential
population has come to expect in Westlake. However, with FY 2013-14 we see the short term
trends of growth and investment in service excellence via our employees that “Move us
Forward Together”.
• Completing the second of a two (2) year program to move municipal employees’
compensation closer to market: this will move our municipal employees into the same
compensation position per the same compensation policy that we utilize for Westlake
Academy employees (i.e. to be within 3% of
the market median)
• Housing Start Increases: Westlake is seeing an
upswing of single family residential family
residential home construction. It can be seen
from the side-chart how we are approaching
pre-recession (i.e. ’05-05) housing starts.
• Permanent Population Growth: The North
Central Council of Governments has updated
Westlake’s 2010 Census from 992 to 1,009. This
is the portion of Westlake’s population that makes Westlake their permanent residence.
An increase in population of 210 in 1990 to the present 1,009 represents a 380% increase.
• Daytime Population Growth: Because Westlake is the home of major corporate office
campuses, its Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM population is in the 10,000 -12,000 range. These
office complexes are comprised of notable corporate clients that include Deloitte LLP,
Core Logic and Fidelity Investments. Fidelity Investments expanded their office campus in
2008-09 and is currently populating it.
• Impact of Westlake Academy on Westlake’s
Residential Growth: The number of Westlake
residents that are sending their students to
Westlake Academy has doubled in the past
five years. Resident surveys show Westlake
Academy as one of the main reasons they
have moved to Westlake, and why they plan
to remain here.
• Increase in Westlake Academy Enrollment:
Westlake Academy, the Town’s charter school,
has shown a steady total enrollment growth
from 491 in FY 2009-10 to a projected 677 in FY
2013-14. The number of these students that
live in Westlake has increased as shown in the
side-chart. Attendance from the school’s
secondary boundaries (i.e. outside Westlake)
has increased as well. There has also been a
corresponding increase in secondary
boundary waiting list students; from 700 in 2010
to over 2,000 students for this past school year.
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• Beginning Phase I Facility Improvements: Construction has begun to add approximately
36,000 sq. ft. of new facilities comprised of 3 buildings (a secondary classroom building,
field house, and primary years’ multi-use building) for which $8.5 million in debt was issued
in FY 2012-13.
• Comprehensive Plan: The Town’s 1992 Comprehensive Plan is in need of total review and
consideration for updating. The Comprehensive Plan serves as the “blue print” for
planning the Town’s growth and for that reason, is of paramount importance for the Town.
To date, the current plan has had only had nominal review of the land use portion of the
plan. However, a comprehensive plan has many elements and the financial resources
proposed for FY 2013-14 will allow for holistic review of the entire plan and all its elements,
not just the land use plan element. The total cost of this project ($338,950) is budgeted in
FY 2013-14.
• Sales Tax Growth: Sales tax for FY 2013-14 shows an upswing of $275,000 (7%) compared
to FY12/13 estimated levels.
Long Term Trends Related to the FY 13-14 Proposed Budget
At this juncture, the short-term trends identified above appear to be the trend for the
foreseeable future, thus becoming long term trends. The long term factors that will shape
Westlake appear at this point to be:
• Continued Westlake Permanent Population Growth: Housing starts do not appear to be
slowing down any time soon. This is for two reasons.
o First, existing lot inventory in developed Westlake subdivisions continues to be
reduced through purchase by prospective Westlake residents. These include
potential residents who are building in Westlake in order for their children to attend
Westlake Academy.
o Second, there are 2 developments slated to begin in the next 12-24 months. The
first is Granada, an 84 lot single family residential subdivision. The second is Entrada,
an 84 acre mixed-use development that will be comprised of various types of
residential development as well as commercial development.
• Completion of Phase 1 of Westlake Academy Facility Improvements: When these
improvements are complete (scheduled for SY 2014-15), Westlake Academy’s enrollment
will go from approximately 700 to 800.
Budget Overview
On behalf of the Leadership Team and all staff members, I am presenting the Town of Westlake’s
Proposed FY 2013-14 budget document for the Council’s consideration as follows:
• The FY 13-14 budgeted amount totals $31,762,959 for all funds (including $10,461,809
transfers in from fund balance for capital projects ($10.055M) and operating needs). The
majority of this fund balance use results in the receipt of $9.5M in bond proceeds in FY
2012-13 with the projects being completed during FY 2013-14.
• This represents a 41% fund balance decrease from the FY 2012-13 estimated budget.
• If only municipal operating expenses were taken into consideration (removal of all
expenses related to capital projects/outlay, Westlake Academy and inter-fund transfers),
the FY 2013-14 proposed budget would show an increase of $1,300,172 (14%) in municipal
expenditures from the FY 2012-13 estimates.
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• The major reasons for this increase are the following:
o Increase of $904K in Operating Expenditures
$338K for Comprehensive Plan update
$477K increased payments for debt service obligations. Payment for the 2013
certificates of obligation is $507K. The Town took advantage of the low interest
rates and refunded a portion of its debt in 2012-13 which reduced our overall
payments; saving the Town approximately $27K in annual payments.
o Increase of $395K in Payroll Expenditures
This increase includes $115,000 in market pay increases (inclusive of taxes and
insurance) for work force attraction and retention and is the second year of a 2
year program. A portion of this increased expenditure is subsidized by transfers in
from the Utility Fund ($11.5K) and the Visitors Association Fund ($11.5K).
This increase also includes the following personnel changes
o $98,865 - addition of one full time Lieutenant
o $56,550 - addition of one full time HR Generalist
o $ 8,434 - change part time utility billing clerk to a full time position
o ($11,549) - elimination of part-time HR clerk position
$50K increase relating to medical, dental and life Insurance costs (18%).
$52K increase for social security and medicare taxes, and TMRS costs (15%).
Three years ago, in order to provide a more holistic and comprehensive overview of all of our
financial obligations, revenue sources, and program of services that fall under the umbrella of
the Town of Westlake, we began including the operational costs for Westlake Academy in the
municipal budget.
A summary of the changes in Fund Balance from the ending fund balances to the estimated
FY 2012-13 fund balances are as follows:
FY 13/14 Revision 5 Revision 5 FY 13/14
Projected Total Total Projected
Beginning Revenues Expenditures Ending
FY 12/13 FY 13/14
Fund and Other and Other Fund Percent
Change Change
Fund Type Balance Sources Uses Balance of Total
Amount Percent
General Fund 5,119,533 6,507,161 6,907,600 4,719,094 31% (400,439) -8%
Special Revenue 1,088,580 2,007,853 1,986,029 1,110,405 7% 21,824 2%
Debt Service - 2,090,226 2,090,226 - 0% - 0%
Enterprise Funds 6,893,858 2,911,664 4,101,649 5,703,873 37% (1,189,985) -17%
Internal Services 1,226,330 601,875 607,726 1,220,479 8% (5,851) 0%
Capital Funds 10,541,484 768,900 9,634,434 1,675,949 11% (8,865,534) -84%
Westlake Academy 729,487 6,506,662 6,435,295 800,854 5% 71,367 0%
TOTAL 25,599,272 21,394,341 31,762,959 15,230,654 100% (10,368,618) -41%
As can be seen above, the FY 2013-14 proposed budgets indicate a decrease in fund balance
in the amount of ($10,368,618) for all Town funds. Bond proceeds to be used for the Westlake
Academy Facility Expansion Project increased that fund’s fund balance by $8.5M in FY 2012-13.
The Capital Project Fund balance reduction of $8.865M is a direct reflection of the construction
of the following projects:
• FM1938 Streetscape Project $893k
• SH114/Hwy 170 Enhancement project $390K
• Trail Connection at 114/Solana Project $15K
• Westlake Academy West Parking Improvement Project $200K
• Outdoor Warning System Project $99K
• Westlake Academy Facility Expansion Project $8.068M
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The Enterprise Funds have another large reduction in fund balance and is related specifically to
the Utility Fund, totaling ($1.189M).
• This is primarily related to a construction project. The Town’s second ground storage tank
should be completed by the end of FY 2013-14. During FY 2012-13 the Utility Fund
received bond proceeds of $1.0M and an inter-fund loan of $500K from the General
Fund. The inter-fund loan amount is scheduled to be re-paid over two years starting in FY
2014-15.
The General Fund’s fund balance will decrease by $386K
• The Town is anticipating an increase in revenues over the prior year by $277K
o increased sales tax revenue $266K
o permits and fees related to the Granada and Entrada developments $68K
• Payroll increase of $317K
o This increase includes a $115,000 market pay increase (inclusive of taxes and
insurance) for work force attraction and retention and is the second year of a 2
year program. A portion of this increased expenditure is subsidized by transfers in
from the Utility Fund ($11.5K) and the Visitors Association Fund ($11.5K).
o This increase also includes the following personnel changes
o $98,865 - addition of one full time Lieutenant
o $56,550 - addition of one full time HR Generalist
o $ 8,434 - change part time utility billing clerk to a full time position
o ($11,549)- elimination of part-time HR clerk position
o $50K increase relating to medical, dental and life Insurance costs (18%).
o $52K increase for social security and medicare taxes, and TMRS costs (15%).
• Operating expenditures increased $513K
o $338K - Comprehensive Plan update
o $ 41K - mandated bunker gear for part time fire/ems employees
o $ 24K - new permitting software for the Planning and Development Department
o $ 41K - increase to Keller Police contract services
o $ 55K - increased building inspection costs related to the Entrada and Granada
development.
Special Revenue Fund’s fund balance will increase by $31K.
• Debt service payments are budgeted to be transferred from the Visitors Association Fund
(i.e. Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax Fund) for the bond issuance related to the construction
of the Westlake Academy’s Sam and Margaret Lee Arts & Sciences Center.
IV. “DRILLING DOWN” INTO THE FY 2013-14 BUDGET
Keeping our current year theme in mind, this budget has been prepared with the following four–
fold strategic focus with the intent of achieving as an end product, an excellent quality of life for
Westlake residents and businesses:
• Continued substantial investment in the Town’s infrastructure
• Investing in our employees, our most important resource for achieving service excellence
• Maintaining our position as a premiere knowledge based community, as well as a
community recognized both statewide and nationally for our innovative approaches to
local government service delivery
• Dealing with growth, both in Westlake and at Westlake Academy
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Service Level Adjustments
The Town utilizes “service level adjustments” to track cost. A service level adjustment (SLA) is a
request for any dollars in excess of the baseline/target budget. (FY 2012-13 adopted budget,
adjusted for year-end estimates, less one-time purchases). There are 2 types of “Service Level
Adjustments”.
• Maintain - same level of service as previous year, but increased due to inflation, etc.
o Activities that require additional resources to maintain the current level of service
due to growth, new equipment, etc. are considered additions to the
baseline/target budget and are included in the “SLA”.
• New or expanded level of service.
o All requests for new personnel, programs or equipment that represent a new
addition to the current operation are considered additions to the baseline/target
budget and are included in the new costs.
o Show any revenues or reduction in current expenses these new or expanded levels
of service will create
o Designate if item represents an “Unfunded Mandate”. An unfunded mandate is a
statute or regulation that requires a state or local government to perform certain
actions, yet provides no money for fulfilling the requirements.
Staff recommends continuing our two-year process, which began in FY 2012-13, to allocate
resources to move municipal employees to a market competitive position in terms of their
compensation that mirrors our policy and practice in regards to the Westlake Academy faculty,
(i.e. target being within 3% of the median of the market for our various municipal positions).
This gives us the opportunity to not only invest in this important organizational resource, but to
address it in a way that reasonably assures we are market competitive and can attract and
retain employees within reasonable economic boundaries. There would be no performance
pay budgeted for FY 2013-14 in order to complete the implementation of Phase II in addressing
our pay market deficiencies.
To achieve our theme of “Moving Forward Together” the proposed FY 2013-14 budget reflects a
total of $11,529,001 in service level adjustments which is invested in major areas of emphasis
through service level adjustments as follows:
SERVICE LEVEL ADJUSMENT TYPE ONE-TIME COSTS ON-GOING COSTS TOTAL AMOUNT
Repair, Maintenance, Replacement 150,040 163,452 313,492
Operating Services 354,600 24,449 379,049
Operating Supplies 72,930 1,500 74,430
Payroll and Related - 409,080 409,080
Total Operating SLA Costs 577,570 598,481 1,176,051
Capital Improvement 10,237,814 - 10,237,814
Debt Service - 476,833 476,833
Increased Revenues - (361,696) (361,696)
Total All SLA Costs 10,815,384 713,618 11,529,001
percent of total 94% 6%
VI. AD VALOREM TAX ANALYSIS
Ad valorem taxes account for 18% of General Fund revenue and 6% of our overall revenues. This
will be the fourth year the Town has assessed a property tax. The ad valorem tax rate for the
Town of Westlake continues to be the lowest for municipalities in the immediate area.
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The ad valorem tax rate per $100 of
assessed valuation will remain at $.15684 for
FY 2013-14. This is 2.5% less than the
effective tax rate of $.16070 which we are
allowed to use by law. As a reminder, the
effective tax rate is the tax rate calculated
by a complex formula to determine the tax
rate that could be levied to raise exactly
the same amount of revenue as in the preceding fiscal year.
The Town’s “net taxable value before exemptions” increased by 5%, but the assessed valuation
decreased by 0.89% for FY 2013-14 due primarily to increased homestead exemptions and
abatement amounts.
Even with these additional exemptions lowering the portion of our assessed valuation on which
we can levy our property tax in FY 2013-14, we are able to use a lower tax rate than the
effective tax rate because of on-going revenue streams, and one-time sales tax revenue from
businesses located in Westlake.
The ad valorem tax rate used in this proposed FY
2013-14 budget compared to the prior year rate is
indicated in the table to the right.
More property tax revenues than anticipated were
received during FY 2011-12; therefore the FY 2012-13
rate was reduced slightly because those funds could be used to offset the bond payment. We
do not anticipate any additional I&S property taxes during FY 2012-13; therefore, the rate
increased slightly but was offset by the &O tax rate.
V. PROPOSED BUDGET IN A FIVE YEAR CONTEXT
Evaluating the budget within a forecast context is important as it shows whether we are on the
right road financially in FY 2013-14. This excerpt from the updated Financial Forecast for the
Town’s General Fund illustrates the trend for the next five years:
ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROPOSED Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected
DESCRIPTION FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
Beginning Fund Balance $3,323,861 $4,383,390 $5,119,533 $4,719,094 $4,562,119 $4,263,262 $3,936,661 $3,762,222
Revenues & Transfers In 6,202,663 6,243,793 6,507,161 6,927,679 7,132,002 7,141,237 7,420,986 7,695,118
Expenditures & Transfers Out (5,143,134) (5,507,650) (6,907,600) (7,084,654) (7,430,859) (7,467,839) (7,595,425) (7,688,421)
Net Total $4,383,390 $5,119,533 $4,719,094 $4,562,119 $4,263,262 $3,936,661 $3,762,222 $3,768,919
Total Restricted Funds 242,710 250,388 258,462 263,631 268,904 274,282 279,768 285,363
Ending Balance (projected) $4,140,680 $4,869,145 $4,460,632 $4,298,488 $3,994,358 $3,662,379 $3,482,455 $3,483,557
Operating Days 296 355 254 226 204 179 167 165
Excerpt from Five Year Forecast (General Fund section only)
Fiscal
Year
Net
Taxable
Value
Total
Tax
Rate
Total
Tax
Revenue
2014 Proposed $856,728,618 $ 0.15684 $ 1,343,693
2013 Estimated $864,452,946 $ 0.15684 $ 1,355,808
2012 Actual $913,119,313 $ 0.15684 $ 1,432,136
2011 Actual $880,169,946 $ 0.16010 $ 1,409,152
FY 12-13
Adopted
Tax Rate
FY 13-14
Proposed
Tax Rate Variance
M&O $0.14197 $0.13888 ($0.00309)
I&S $0.01487 $0.01796 $0.00309
Total $0.15684 $0.15684 ($0.00000)
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VII. CLOSING THOUGHTS
The compilation of a budget like this one is the result of a high performing team that is focused
on the overall goals and objectives established by the Council, customer service, program
provision, financial stewardship and organizational and personal development. This team focus,
along with the governance system, makes Westlake a truly unique community that produces
top-notch results with a small staff while maximizing the use of public funds for our Town.
Our community has faced many important decisions which have helped to shape our future
and guide our growth. We have expanded our capacity as an organization through:
• The development of strategic plans and identifiable performance measures for both our
municipal and educational operations.
• Conducting elected official governance and staff professional development sessions to
improve our proficiency in those areas.
• Keeping a continued short and long-term focus on fiscal management that involves
responsible budgeting and transparency for our citizens.
• Increasing our communication and outreach efforts to our community via the continued
use of neighborhood meetings, corporate partnerships, and the re-design of our website.
• Expanding enrollment, providing new course offerings, and emphasizing high student
achievement and student expansion at Westlake Academy.
All of these efforts are necessary to create the one-of-a-kind community that Westlake residents
cherish and enjoy, one that allows us to focus in FY 2013-14 on “moving forward”. We exist as a
municipal corporation for one reason and one reason only: to prioritize and deliver the best
services possible with the resources provided to achieve an exceptional quality of life. This is a
challenge the Staff takes very seriously, one that we pursue with vigor every day. High praise is
due to the Leadership Team for their work on this budget. Additional recognition and thanks
are due to Director of Finance Debbie Piper, and Finance Supervisor Jaymi Ford, for their efforts
in assembling this budget document. It takes long hours to make this not only a financial
document, but a policy document that is easy for our citizens to read and understand. I
appreciate their dedication and the effort they have invested in this process. Finally, on behalf
of myself and the entire Town Staff, I would like to extend thanks and appreciation to the
Westlake Town Council. Your countless volunteer hours, invested in governance of and
providing leadership to Westlake to make it the best community we can be, is foundational to
any success we achieve.
Sincerely yours,
Thomas E. Brymer
Town Manager/Superintendent Westlake Academy
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EXCERPT FROM THE 2013 CITIZEN SURVEY RESULTS
Source: ETC Institute DirectionFinder (2013 – Westlake, TX)
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CURRENT YEAR ANALYSIS
REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, FUND BALANCE
ALL SOURCES
FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014
General
Fund
Special
Revenue
Funds
Debt
Service
Enterprise
Funds
Internal
Service
Funds
Capital
Project
Funds
Westlake
Academy
30%9%10%14%3%4%30%FY 13/14 % of FY 12/13
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue Proposed Total Estimated Chg $ Chg %
General Sales Tax 3,150,000 1,250,000 - - - - - 4,400,000 21% 4,125,000 275,000 7%
Property Tax 1,189,825 - 153,868 - - - - 1,343,693 6% 1,355,792 (12,099)-1%
Beverage Tax 50,000 - - - - - - 50,000 0% 49,000 1,000 2%
Franchise Fees 650,388 - - - - - - 650,388 3% 643,950 6,438 1%
Permits/Fees 786,000 - - - - - - 786,000 4% 719,860 66,140 9%
Fines/Forfeits 570,000 - - - - - - 570,000 3% 560,000 10,000 2%
Interest 8,670 3,445 - 6,100 1,875 12,400 - 32,490 0% 32,490 - 0%
Misc Income 51,759 18,650 - 192,004 - - - 262,413 1% 275,815 (13,402)-5%
Charge for Services - - - 2,713,560 - - - 2,713,560 13% 2,713,560 - 0%
Hotel Tax - 700,000 - - - - - 700,000 3% 700,000 - 0%
Total Revenues 6,456,641 1,972,095 153,868 2,911,664 1,875 12,400 - 11,508,543 54%11,175,466 333,077 3%
Transfers In 50,520 35,758 1,936,358 - 600,000 500,000 - 3,122,636 15% 2,675,011 447,625 17%
Other Sources - - - - - - - - 0% 9,874,059 (9,874,059)-100%
Contributions - - - - - 256,500 - 256,500 1% 1,467,739 (1,211,239)-83%
Total Other Sources 50,520 35,758 1,936,358 - 600,000 756,500 - 3,379,136 16%14,016,809 (10,637,673) -76%
WA Revenues - - - - - - 6,461,662 6,461,662 30% 5,833,347 628,315 11%
WA Others Sources - - - - - - 45,000 45,000 0% 69,137 (24,137)-35%
Westlake Academy - - - - - - 6,506,662 6,506,662 30%5,902,484 604,178 10%
Total Revenues and
Other Sources $6,507,161 $2,007,853 $2,090,226 $2,911,664 $601,875 $768,900 $6,506,662 $21,394,341 100%$31,094,760 -$9,700,419 -31%
22%6%7%13%2%30%20%FY 13/14 % of FY 12/13
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses Proposed Total Estimated Chg Amt Percent
Payroll Salaries 2,339,745 - - - - - - 2,339,745 7% 2,047,481 292,264 14%
Payroll Transfers (607,660) 286,107 - 321,554 - - - (0)0% - (0)0
Insurance 325,884 - - - - - - 325,884 1% 275,023 50,861 18%
Taxes 209,783 - - - - - - 209,783 1% 184,339 25,444 14%
Retirement 193,291 - - - - - - 193,291 1% 166,101 27,190 16%
Total Payroll 2,461,043 286,107 - 321,554 - - - 3,068,704 10%2,672,944 395,760 15%
Supplies 231,571 2,905 - 8,100 - - - 242,576 1% 182,725 59,851 33%
Services 2,013,162 209,605 907 527,253 - - - 2,750,926 9% 2,334,995 415,931 18%
Insurance 30,520 - - 4,790 - - - 35,310 0% 33,320 1,989 6%
Maintenance 123,262 - - 129,615 - - - 252,877 1% 249,862 3,015 1%
Rent & Utilities 299,812 36,435 - 130,760 - - - 467,007 1% 450,437 16,570 4%
Interfund Advance - 185,758 - - - - - 185,758 1% 245,758 (60,000)-24%
Debt - - 2,089,319 191,212 - - - 2,280,531 7% 1,803,476 477,056 26%
Water Purchases - - - 1,110,600 - - - 1,110,600 3% 1,110,600 - 0%
Total Expenditures 2,698,326 434,703 2,090,226 2,102,330 - - - 7,325,585 23%6,411,173 914,412 14%
Capital Outlay 31,700 - - 15,000 - - - 46,700 0% 44,200 2,500 6%
Capital Projects - - - 1,521,880 607,726 9,634,434 - 11,764,040 37% 3,872,238 7,891,802 204%
Total Capital 31,700 - - 1,536,880 607,726 9,634,434 - 11,810,740 37%3,916,438 7,894,302 202%
Transfers Out 1,716,531 1,265,220 - 140,885 - - - 3,122,636 10% 2,675,011 447,625 17%
Other Uses - - - - - - - - 0% - - 0%
Total Other Uses 1,716,531 1,265,220 - 140,885 - - - 3,122,636 10%2,675,011 447,625 17%
WA Expenses - - - - - - 6,390,295 6,390,295 20% 5,890,169 500,126 8%
WA Others Uses - - - - - - 45,000 45,000 0% 69,137 (24,137)-35%
Westlake Academy - - - - - - 6,435,295 6,435,295 20%5,959,306 475,989 8%
Total Expenditures
and Other Uses $6,907,600 $1,986,029 $2,090,226 $4,101,649 $607,726 $9,634,434 $6,435,295 $31,762,960 100%$21,634,873 $10,128,088 47%
Excess Revenues
Over (Under)
Expenditures
-$400,439 $21,824 $0 -$1,189,985 -$5,851 -$8,865,534 $71,367 -$10,368,618 $9,459,887 -$19,828,505 -210%
$5,119,533 $1,088,580 $0 $6,893,858 $1,226,330 $10,541,484 $729,487 $25,599,272 $16,139,384 $9,459,887 59%
$4,719,094 $1,110,405 $0 $5,703,873 $1,220,479 $1,675,949 $800,854 $15,230,654 $25,599,272 -$10,368,618 -41%
BEG FUND BALANCE
ENDING FUND BALANCE
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
12/13 vs 13/14
12/13 vs 13/14
9/6/2013
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REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, FUND BALANCE
ALL SOURCES
FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014
General
Fund
Special
Revenue
Funds
Debt
Service
Enterprise
Funds
Internal
Service
Funds
Capital
Project
Funds
Westlake
Academy
30%9%10%14%3%4%30%FY 13/14 % of FY 12/13
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
of total
revenue
Proposed Total Estimated Chg $ Chg %
General Sales Tax 3,150,000 1,250,000 - - - - - 4,400,000 21% 4,125,000 275,000 7%
Property Tax 1,189,825 - 153,868 - - - - 1,343,693 6% 1,355,792 (12,099)-1%
Beverage Tax 50,000 - - - - - - 50,000 0% 49,000 1,000 2%
Franchise Fees 650,388 - - - - - - 650,388 3% 643,950 6,438 1%
Permits/Fees 786,000 - - - - - - 786,000 4% 719,860 66,140 9%
Fines/Forfeits 570,000 - - - - - - 570,000 3% 560,000 10,000 2%
Interest 8,670 3,445 - 6,100 1,875 12,400 - 32,490 0% 32,490 - 0%
Misc Income 51,759 18,650 - 192,004 - - - 262,413 1% 275,815 (13,402)-5%
Charge for Services - - - 2,713,560 - - - 2,713,560 13% 2,713,560 - 0%
Hotel Tax - 700,000 - - - - - 700,000 3% 700,000 - 0%
Total Revenues 6,456,641 1,972,095 153,868 2,911,664 1,875 12,400 - 11,508,543 54%11,175,466 333,077 3%
Transfers In 50,520 35,758 1,936,358 - 600,000 500,000 - 3,122,636 15% 2,675,011 447,625 17%
Other Sources - - - - - - - - 0% 9,874,059 (9,874,059)-100%
Contributions - - - - - 256,500 - 256,500 1% 1,467,739 (1,211,239)-83%
Total Other Sources 50,520 35,758 1,936,358 - 600,000 756,500 - 3,379,136 16%14,016,809 #########-76%
WA Revenues - - - - - - 6,461,662 6,461,662 30% 5,833,347 628,315 11%
WA Others Sources - - - - - - 45,000 45,000 0% 69,137 (24,137)-35%
Westlake Academy - - - - - - 6,506,662 6,506,662 30%5,902,484 604,178 10%
Total Revenues and
Other Sources $6,507,161 $2,007,853 $2,090,226 $2,911,664 $601,875 $768,900 $6,506,662 $21,394,341 100%$31,094,760 -$9,700,419 -31%
22%6%7%13%2%30%20%FY 13/14 % of FY 12/13
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
of total
expenses
Proposed Total Estimated Chg Amt Percent
Payroll Salaries 2,339,745 - - - - - - 2,339,745 7% 2,047,481 292,264 14%
Payroll Transfers (607,660) 286,107 - 321,554 - - - (0)0% - (0)0
Insurance 325,884 - - - - - - 325,884 1% 275,023 50,861 18%
Taxes 209,783 - - - - - - 209,783 1% 184,339 25,444 14%
Retirement 193,291 - - - - - - 193,291 1% 166,101 27,190 16%
Total Payroll 2,461,043 286,107 - 321,554 - - - 3,068,704 10%2,672,944 395,760 15%
Supplies 231,571 2,905 - 8,100 - - - 242,576 1% 182,725 59,851 33%
Services 2,013,162 209,605 907 527,253 - - - 2,750,926 9% 2,334,995 415,931 18%
Insurance 30,520 - - 4,790 - - - 35,310 0% 33,320 1,989 6%
Maintenance 123,262 - - 129,615 - - - 252,877 1% 249,862 3,015 1%
Rent & Utilities 299,812 36,435 - 130,760 - - - 467,007 1% 450,437 16,570 4%
Interfund Advance - 185,758 - - - - - 185,758 1% 245,758 (60,000)-24%
Debt - - 2,089,319 191,212 - - - 2,280,531 7% 1,803,476 477,056 26%
Water Purchases - - - 1,110,600 - - - 1,110,600 3% 1,110,600 - 0%
Total Expenditures 2,698,326 434,703 2,090,226 2,102,330 - - - 7,325,585 23%6,411,173 914,412 14%
Capital Outlay 31,700 - - 15,000 - - - 46,700 0% 44,200 2,500 6%
Capital Projects - - - 1,521,880 607,726 9,634,434 - 11,764,040 37% 3,872,238 7,891,802 204%
Total Capital 31,700 - - 1,536,880 607,726 9,634,434 - 11,810,740 37%3,916,438 7,894,302 202%
Transfers Out 1,716,531 1,265,220 - 140,885 - - - 3,122,636 10% 2,675,011 447,625 17%
Other Uses - - - - - - - - 0% - - 0%
Total Other Uses 1,716,531 1,265,220 - 140,885 - - - 3,122,636 10%2,675,011 447,625 17%
WA Expenses - - - - - - 6,390,295 6,390,295 20% 5,890,169 500,126 8%
WA Others Uses - - - - - - 45,000 45,000 0% 69,137 (24,137)-35%
Westlake Academy - - - - - - 6,435,295 6,435,295 20%5,959,306 475,989 8%
Total Expenditures
and Other Uses $6,907,600 $1,986,029 $2,090,226 $4,101,649 $607,726 $9,634,434 $6,435,295 $31,762,960 100%$21,634,873 $10,128,088 47%
Excess Revenues
Over (Under)
Expenditures
-$400,439 $21,824 $0 -$1,189,985 -$5,851 -$8,865,534 $71,367 -$10,368,618 $9,459,887 -$19,828,505 -210%
$5,119,533 $1,088,580 $0 $6,893,858 $1,226,330 $10,541,484 $729,487 $25,599,272 $16,139,384 $9,459,887 59%
$4,719,094 $1,110,405 $0 $5,703,873 $1,220,479 $1,675,949 $800,854 $15,230,654 $25,599,272 -$10,368,618 -41%
12/13 vs 13/14
12/13 vs 13/14
9/6/2013
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE
ENDING FUND BALANCE
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
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9/5/2013
FY 10/11 FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14
Actual Actual Estimated Proposed
Total Appraised Value 1,025,535,296$ 1,090,892,532$ 1,213,602,021$ 1,233,405,814$
percent change 6.37%11.25%1.63%
Net Taxable Value 880,169,946$ 913,119,313$ 864,452,946$ 856,728,618$
percent change 3.74%-5.33%-0.89%
Tax Rate Distribution
General Fund (M&O)0.15620 0.13835 0.14197 0.13888
Debt Service Fund (I&S)0.00390 0.01849 0.01487 0.01796
TOTAL 0.16010 0.15684 0.15684 0.15684
percent change -2.04%0.00%0.00%
Percentage Distribution
General Fund (M&O)97.56%88.21%90.52%88.55%
Debt Service Fund (I&S)2.44%11.79%9.48%11.45%
TOTAL 100.00%100.00%100.00%100.00%
APPRAISED AND TAXABLE VALUES
TAX RATE DISTRIBUTION
AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAX
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
FOUR YEAR ANALYSIS
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
Total Appraised Value Net Taxable Value
$1,026
$880
$1,091
$913
$1,214
$864
$1,233
$857
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FY 11/12
Actual
FY 12/13
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FY 13/14
Proposed
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C ITIZENS OF W ESTLAKE
M AYOR AND T OWN C OUNCIL
Town
Manager
Court
Supervisor
Finance
Assistant Town
Manager
Fire Chief
Human Resources
Public Works
Facilities Maintenance
/ Parks & Recreation
Planning &
Development /
Building Inspector
Town Secretary
Supervisor
6 Firefighter
Paramedics
3 Lieutenants
Sr. Administrative
Assistant (.50) Clerk (.50) Deputy Clerk
Marshal Judge
Texas Student
Housing
Executive Director
Board
Secretary Administrative
Coordinator
Primary Principal
Administrative
Assistants (2)
Nurse
PYP
Coordinator
PYP Teachers
PYP
Counselor
PYP Special
Education
Librarian
MYP/DP
Coordinator
MYP/DP
Teachers
MYP/DP
Counselors
MYP/DP
Special Education
Exemplary
Governance
Town Officials, Both
Elected and
Appointed, Exhibit
Respect, Stewardship,
Vision, and
Transparency
Service
Excellence
Public Service that is
Responsive and
Professional, while
balancing Efficiency,
Effectiveness and
Financial Stewardship
Secondary
Principal
Communications
Billing Clerk Technician
Personnel staffing levels for the Town of Westlake are presented in full-time equivalents (FTE) positions. For example,
a position staffed for 40 hours per week for 52 weeks per year equals one full-time equivalent position with a total of
2,080 hours. Therefore an FTE position of .50 refers to a position that is funded for 1,040 hours per year.
Human Resources
Generalist
Dining Hall
Athletic
Director
Town Attorney
Academy Municipal
Director of Curriculum
& Instruction
Information
Technology
WA Technician
Interns 2 x .50
Sr. Administrative
Assistant (.50) WA Technician
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Dept Position FY 09/10
Actual
FY 10/11
Actual
FY 11/12
Actual
FY 12/13
Estimated
FY 13/14
Proposed change
11 Town Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Assistant Town Manager - - - - 0.75 0.75
Assistant to the Town Manager 1.00 1.00 0.75 0.75 - (0.75)
Part-Time Intern (1)0.25 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 -
Part-Time Intern (2)0.25 0.25 0.25 0.50 0.50 -
12 Planning & Development Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Administrative Assistant 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.50 0.17
13 Town Secretary 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
14 Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Lt. Firefighter/Paramedics 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 1.00
Firefighter/Paramedics 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 -
15 Court Administrator 1.00 1.00 0.25 0.25 0.25 -
Supervisor - - 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Deputy Clerk (1)1.00 1.00 - - - -
Deputy Clerk (2)1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Judge 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Marshal 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Part-Time Clerk 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 -
16 Public Works Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Utility Technician 0.50 0.50 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Part-Time Utility Billing Clerk - - - 0.75 1.00 0.25
17 Facilities Maintenance Director 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 -
Building Technician 0.25 0.25 - - - -
Part-Time Technician - - 0.25 0.25 0.25 -
Part-Time Clerk - - - - - -
Administrative Assistant 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.25 (0.08)
18 Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Finance Supervisor - - - 1.00 1.00 -
Finance Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Finance Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
19 Parks & Recreation Director 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 -
Administrative Assistant - - - - 0.25 0.25
Park Technician 0.25 0.25 - - - -
20 Information Technology Director - - 0.50 0.25 0.25 -
21 Human Resources Director 1.00 1.00 0.50 0.75 0.75 -
Part-Time Clerk - - 0.50 0.50 - (0.50)
Administrative Assistant 0.34 0.34 0.34 0.34 - (0.34)
HR Generalist - - - - 1.00 1.00
22 Communications Director - - 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Westlake Academy 55.62 60.44 69.53 73.07 76.18 3.11
Total 82.62 87.69 97.53 102.07 106.93 4.86
Municipal Academy Total
RECLASS - Dept 12-17-19-21 0.00 FY 09/10 27.00 55.62 82.62
STAFF REDUCTION - Dept 21 (0.50) FY 10/11 27.25 60.44 87.69
NEW EMPLOYEES - Dept 14-21-WA 5.11 FY 11/12 28.00 69.53 97.53
STATUS CHANGE - Dept 16 0.25 FY 12/13 29.00 73.07 102.07
Total Changes 4.86 FY 13/14 30.75 76.18 106.93
Personnel Position Summary All Years
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FY 12/13 FY 13/14 change Percent
Dept #Department Name Estimated Proposed Amount of total
11 Town Manager 2.750 2.750 - 3%
12 Planning & Development 1.333 1.500 0.167 1%
13 Town Secretary 1.000 1.000 - 1%
14 Emergency Services 9.000 10.000 1.000 9%
15 Municipal Court 4.750 4.750 - 4%
16 Public Works 2.750 3.000 0.250 3%
17 Facilities Maintenance 1.080 1.000 (0.080) 1%
18 Finance Dept 3.000 3.000 - 3%
19 Park & Recreation 0.500 0.750 0.250 1%
20 Information Technology 0.250 0.250 - 0%
21 Human Resources 1.583 1.750 0.167 2%
22 Communications 1.000 1.000 - 1%
Westlake Academy 73.070 76.180 3.110 71%
Total Employees 102.067 106.930 4.863 100%
Personnel Position Summary
FY 2013/2014
Town
Manager
Planning &
Development
Town Secretary
Emergency Services
Municipal Court
Public Works
Facilities Maintenance
Finance Dept
Park & Recreation
Information Technology
Human Resources
Communications
Westlake Academy
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General Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax On-going 2,156,798 2,490,000 2,533,750 2,950,000 16%416,250
General Sales Tax One-time 377,976 - 350,000 200,000 -43%(150,000)
Property Tax 1,271,975 1,183,514 1,225,000 1,189,825 -3%(35,175)
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charge for Services - - - - 0%-
Donations 520 - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax 38,286 32,750 49,000 50,000 2%1,000
Franchise Fees 664,991 664,925 643,950 650,388 1%6,438
Permits & Fees 598,395 476,150 717,860 786,000 9%68,140
Fines & Forfeitures 622,337 560,000 560,000 570,000 2%10,000
Investment Earnings 11,595 13,470 8,670 8,670 0%-
Misc Income 80,933 51,277 61,552 51,759 -16%(9,793)
Total Revenues 5,823,806 5,472,086 6,149,782 6,456,641 5%306,859
Contributions 325,000 - 11,094 - -100%(11,094)
Transfers In 53,857 46,519 82,917 50,520 -39%(32,397)
Other Sources - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 378,857 46,519 94,011 50,520 -46%(43,491)
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 6,202,663 5,518,605 6,243,793 6,507,161 4%263,368
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries 1,468,408 1,527,768 1,518,444 1,732,085 14%213,641
Payroll Insurance 265,344 275,023 275,023 325,884 18%50,861
Payroll Taxes 166,802 184,172 184,339 209,783 14%25,444
Payroll Retirement 161,635 165,944 166,101 193,291 16%27,190
Total Payroll and Related 2,062,189 2,152,907 2,143,907 2,461,043 15%317,136
Supplies 145,819 157,219 158,745 231,571 46%72,826
Services 1,462,783 1,564,864 1,590,242 2,013,162 27%422,919
Insurance 22,588 23,678 28,530 30,520 7%1,989
Repair & Maintenance 100,677 115,747 120,247 123,262 3%3,015
Rent & Utilities 279,804 269,770 286,962 299,812 4%12,850
Interfund Advance - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures 2,011,672 2,131,277 2,184,726 2,698,326 24%513,600
Capital Outlay 188,786 18,700 29,200 31,700 9%2,500
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital 188,786 18,700 29,200 31,700 9%2,500
Transfers Out - Operating DS/ED/GMR 844,088 944,319 649,817 1,216,531 87%566,714
Transfers Out - Non Operating 36,398 2,000,000 500,000 500,000 0%-
Total Other Uses 880,486 2,944,319 1,149,817 1,716,531 49%566,714
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 5,143,134 7,247,203 5,507,650 6,907,600 25%1,399,950
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES 1,059,529 (1,728,599) 736,143 (400,439) -154%(1,136,582)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 3,323,861 4,383,390 4,383,390 5,119,533 17%736,143
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 4,383,390 2,654,791 5,119,533 4,719,094 -8%(400,439)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 242,710 197,800 250,388 250,388 0%-
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING 4,140,680 2,456,991 4,869,145 4,468,705 -8%(400,439)
# Days Operating (without non-operating transfers)296 171 355 255 -28%(100)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
C Court Technology 100 10112 00 000 84,591 66,000 88,802 88,802 0%-
C Court Security 100 10113 00 000 102,239 89,000 104,867 104,867 0%-
C Court Efficiency 100 10116 00 000 5,938 2,800 6,778 6,778 0%-
R Reforestation 100 10110 00 101 20,794 16,000 20,794 20,794 0%-
R Street Escrow (TB/RA)100 10110 00 102 29,147 24,000 29,147 29,147 0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 242,710 197,800 250,388 250,388 0%-
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
$1.95 $2.40 $2.60 $2.59 $2.27 $2.55
$3.76
$3.02 $3.52 $4.00
$0.40
$0.91
$0.40 $0.42
$0.75
$0.30 $0.89 $0.77 $0.79 $0.38
$0.35
FY 04/05FY 05/06FY 06/07FY 07/08FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13
estimated
FY 12/13
proposed
Base Sales Tax Economic Development Agreement
Audit Payment Presumed One-Time Payment
General Sales Tax
(shown in millions)
GGEENNEERRAALL FFUUNNDD
Revenues and Transfers In
Total General Fund revenues and transfers in for FY 2013-14 are budgeted to be $6,521,364
• A 4% increase of $277,571 from the FY 2013-14 estimated revenues and transfers in of
$6,243,793
o Increased Revenues $351,828
General Sales Tax $266,250
Beverage tax $1,000
Franchise Fees $6,438
Permits and Fees $68,140
Fines and forfeitures $10,000
o Decreased Revenues $74,256
Property Tax $20,972
Misc. Income $9,793
Contributions $11,094
Transfers In $32,397
General Sales Tax
• Sales tax receipts comprise 48% of FY 2013-14 General Fund revenues.
• Sales taxes for the General Fund are budgeted to increase by $266,250.
o On-going sales tax is anticipated to increase by $416,250 based on current year trend
and analysis.
o Presumed one-time amounts are projected to decrease by $150,000 (as an effort to be
conservative with this type of projection).
• Sales taxes are collected on the sale of goods and services within the Town as authorized by
the State of Texas.
• The maximum sales tax allowed in the State of Texas is 8.25% per dollar on all taxable goods
and services. Funds are collected by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and remitted
to the Town on a monthly basis.
• An amount equal to
1.50% of the taxable
sales (75% of local
collections) is
appropriated to the
Town’s General Fund.
This total includes the
.50% that is received for
“Property Tax
Reduction”.
• The Town also receives
an additional .50% sales
tax that is recorded in
the 4B Economic
Development
Corporation Fund.
General
Sales Tax
48%
Property Tax
18%
Franchise
Fees
10%
Permits
and Fees
12%
Fines &
Forfeitures
9%
FY 13/14
Proposed
Revenues
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$352
$457
$560
$649 $624 $603 $587
$665 $644 $650
FY 04/05FY 05/06FY 06/07FY 07/08FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13
estimated
FY 13/14
proposed
Franchise Fee Revenues
(shown in thousands)
$0.74 $0.75 $0.90
$1.11
$0.86
$1.75
$0.53 $0.48
$0.72 $0.79
FY 04/05FY 05/06FY 06/07FY 07/08FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13
estimated
FY 13/14
proposed
Permit and Fee Revenues
(shown in millions)
$1,009
$750 $650 $553 $522 $646 $605 $622 $560 $570
FY 04/05FY 05/06FY 06/07FY 07/08FY 08/09FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13
estimated
FY 13/14
proposed
Municipal Court Revenues
(shown in thousands)
Property Tax
• Property tax receipts comprise 18% of FY 2013-14 General Fund revenues.
• FY 2010-11 was the first year the
Town of Westlake imposed an ad
valorem property tax.
• The total tax rate of $.15684 will
remain unchanged for FY 2013-14
Beverage Tax
• The Town collects a 14% gross
receipt tax on mixed beverages.
• Of this percentage, 10.7% of gross liquor receipts are remitted to the Town, and the
remaining 3.3% is retained by the State of Texas.
• A $1,000 increase is budgeted for FY 13/14.
Franchise Taxes
• Franchise fees comprise 10% of FY 2013-14
General Fund revenues.
• Franchise taxes represent revenues
collected from utilities operating within
the Town that use the Town rights-of-way
to conduct their business.
• A flat rate is charged to both telephone
operators (adjusted annually) and Tri-
County Electric based on the number of
access lines and services rendered,
respectively.
• These fees are anticipated to only have a 1% increase of $6,438 for FY 2013-14.
Permits and Fees
• Permits and Fees comprise 12% of FY
2013-14 General Fund revenues.
• License and permit revenues include fees
charged by the Town for certain types of
operator licenses, as well as permits for
construction and other items regulated
by Town ordinances.
• Revenues for FY 2013/2014 are
anticipated to be $786,000 and are
based on 40 new home permits
• Increased permits and fees are projected for new commercial and residential development
(Granada and Entrada).
Municipal Court Revenue
• Fines and Forfeitures s comprise 9% of FY
2013-14 General Fund revenues.
• The revenue generated from the
Municipal Court is based on citations and
warrants issued.
• The Keller Police Department will continue
to perform its contractual patrol of
Westlake roads in FY 2013-14.
Fiscal Year
Net Taxable
Value
General
Fund Rate
Debt Fund
Rate
Total Tax
Rate
FY 10/11 actual $880,169,946 $0.15620 $0.00390 $0.16010
FY 11/12 actual $913,119,313 $0.13835 $0.01849 $0.15684
FY 12/13 actual $864,452,946 $0.14197 $0.01487 $0.15684
FY 13/14 Proposed $865,771,389 $0.13907 $0.01777 $0.15684
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Payroll &
Related
36%
Operating
Expenses
39%
Transfers
Out
25%
Transfers In
• Transfers In represent those funds transferred from one fund to another. These transfers may
be utilized as a means to fund projects or debt service from multiple sources. Transfers In
may also be used to transfer funds collected by one fund but should be properly recorded in
a different fund. Proposed Transfers in are:
o Transfer in from the Visitor Association Fund $ 13,020
Funds represent operating expenditures for Department 22 -
Communications & Community Affairs
o Transfer in from the Utility fund $37,500
This is for collection of Fort Worth Impact Fees, which are collected with initial
water deposits and tap fees on new water meters.
These funds are collected by the Utility Fund and transferred to the General
Fund as a result of an agreement with the City of Fort Worth.
When the transferred total reaches $2,000,000 (remaining balance is $1.4M)
these funds will be paid to the City of Fort Worth in compliance with the
wholesale water customer agreement.
Expenditures and Transfers Out
Total General Fund expenditures and transfers out
for FY 2013-14 are budgeted to be $6,907,600
• A 25% increase of $1,399,950 from the FY
2012-13 estimated expenditures and
transfers out of $5,507,650.
• As in recent years, Town staff continues to
operate conservatively by controlling costs
while maintaining the highest possible levels
of service. These goals are only possible
through continued strategic planning and
the innovative use of available resources.
Our overall budget philosophy focuses on
meeting stated goals and objectives and
maintaining a 90 day fund balance.
Payroll/Salaries and Related Taxes/Insurance
• Comprise 36% of expenditures with a total of $2,461,043
• This is a 15% increase of $317,136 from the FY2012-13 estimated payroll expenditures
$2,143,907
o This increase includes a $115,000 market pay increase (inclusive of taxes and
insurance) for work force attraction and retention and is the second year of a 2 year
program. A portion of this increased expenditure is subsidized by transfers in from the
Utility Fund ($11.5K) and the Visitors Association Fund ($11.5K).
o This increase also includes the following personnel changes
$98,865 - addition of one full time Lieutenant
$56,550 - addition of one full time HR Generalist
$ 8,434 - change part time utility billing clerk to a full time position
($11,549) - elimination of part-time HR clerk position
o Insurance, taxes and retirement costs will increase by $103,495 for FY 2013-14 in
conjunction with the changes noted above.
FY 13/14
Proposed
Expenditures
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• All payroll and related expenditures for the Town are paid via the General Fund. Portions of
these expenditures are subsidized by the Utility Fund and the Visitors Association Fund.
o Operating transfers in from the Utility Fund are $321,554
o Operating transfers in from the Visitors Association Fund are $286,107
Operating Expenditures
• Comprise 39% of expenditures with a total of $2,698,326
• The is an increase of $513,600 from the FY 2012-13 estimated expenditures of $2,184,726
o The biggest portion of this increase ($422,919) is related to service expenditures.
Keller Police Contract $40,541
Building Inspections $55,550 – Increased for new commercial and
residential development (Granada and Entrada)
Contract Services $338,950 – fees related to comprehensive plan update
Transfers Out
• Comprise 25% of proposed expenditures with a total of $1,716,531 and includes these
transfers:
o Increase - Transfer out to Debt Service Fund $566,714
o Increase – Transfer out to WA Expansion Fund $500,000
o Decrease – Transfer out to Utility Fund ($500,000)
Fund Balance
• The audited beginning fund balance as of October 1, 2012 was $4,383,390
• FY 2012-13 Adopted Budget
o Projected an excess of expenditures and other financing uses over revenues and other
financing sources by $(1,728,599) due primarily to a transfer out to the Utility Fund of
$2,000,000.
o This would have resulted in a budgeted fund balance of $2,654,791.
• FY 2012-13 Estimated Budget
o Projects an excess of revenues and other financing sources over expenditures and
other financing uses by $736,143.
o This represents an increase in fund balance of $1,014,365 from the adopted budget
and is due primarily to transfers out to the Utility Fund decreasing $1.5M.
o The ending fund balance as of September 30, 2013 is estimated at $5,119,533.
o The undesignated balance of $4,869,145 represents coverage for 355 operating days.
• FY 2013-14 Proposed Budget
o Projects an excess of expenditures and other financing uses over revenues and other
financing sources by $386,236.
o Results in a budgeted ending fund balance of $4,733,297
o The unassigned balance of $4,143,959 represents coverage for 236 operating days.
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Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax 914,319 890,000 1,031,250 1,100,000 7%68,750
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Donations - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 849 500 500 500 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 915,167 890,500 1,031,750 1,100,500 7%68,750
Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Other Sources - - - - 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources - - - - 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 915,167 890,500 1,031,750 1,100,500 7%68,750
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures - - - - 0%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out 1,004,360 920,230 1,210,134 1,100,500 -9%(109,634)
Total Other Uses 1,004,360 920,230 1,210,134 1,100,500 -9%(109,634)
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 1,004,360 920,230 1,210,134 1,100,500 -9%(109,634)
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES (89,193) (29,730) (178,384) - -100%178,384
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 267,577 178,384 178,384 - -100%(178,384)
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 178,384 148,654 - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 178,384 148,654 - - 0%-
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 200 10110 00 000 178,384 148,654 - - 0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 178,384 148,654 - - 0%-
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
4B ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND
The 4B Economic Development Fund collects a ½ cent sales tax to be allocated to qualified
development projects. The 4B Fund has been committed to the repayment of the debt incurred
for the Town’s Civic Campus project.
Revenues
• FY 13/14 revenues are budgeted to be $1,100,500
o A 7% increase of $68,750 from the FY 12/13 estimated budget of $1,031,750
Expenditures and Other Uses
• Transfers out to the Debt Service Fund for FY 13/14 are budgeted to be $1,100,500
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Economic Development Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax 208,181 180,000 210,000 150,000 -29%(60,000)
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings - - - - 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 208,181 180,000 210,000 150,000 -29%(60,000)
Transfers In 35,758 35,758 35,758 35,758 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 35,758 35,758 35,758 35,758 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 243,940 215,758 245,758 185,758 -24%(60,000)
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Economic Development Incentives 243,940 215,758 245,758 185,758 -24%(60,000)
Total Expenditures 243,940 215,758 245,758 185,758 -24%(60,000)
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 243,940 215,758 245,758 185,758 -24%(60,000)
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES - - - - 0%-
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING - - - - 0%-
FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds - - - - 0%-
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 210 10110 00 000 - - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS - - - - 0%-
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
EECCOONNOOMMIICC DDEEVVEELLOOPPMMEENNTT FFUUNNDD
The Economic Development Fund was set up to maintain all receipts and disbursement of funds
pertaining to agreements between the Town and various corporations for economic development.
There was confusion regarding the additional revenues being recorded in the General Fund and
offset by expenditures. These balances offset to zero but skewed the analysis of each. The Town is
hoping this fund will bring more transparency to the public regarding these receipts and payments.
• Fidelity (Phase I) – A schedule has been set up to repay $35,758 regarding this agreement
thru FY 2015-16.
• Deloitte’s agreement includes a 50% reimbursement of sales tax receipts.
Revenues and Transfers In
• Total revenues for FY 2013-14 are anticipated to be $185,758
o $150,000 sales tax from Deloitte
o $35,758 transfer in from General Fund for the payment to Fidelity (Phase I)
Expenditures
• Total proposed expenditures for FY 2013-14 are $185,758
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Lone Star Public Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Donations - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 45 45 45 45 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 45 45 45 45 0%-
Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Other Sources - - - - 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources - - - - 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 45 45 45 45 0%-
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures - - - - 0%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES - - - - 0%-
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES 45 45 45 45 0%-
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 13,531 13,576 13,576 13,621 0%45
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 13,576 13,621 13,621 13,666 0%45
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 13,576 13,621 13,621 13,666 0%45
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 418 10110 00 000 13,576 13,621 13,621 13,666 0%45
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 13,576 13,621 13,621 13,666 0%45
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
LLOONNEE SSTTAARR PPUUBBLLIICC FFAACCIILLIITTIIEESS FFUUNNDD
This fund was set up initially with donations from several involved corporations that were going to
benefit from tax-exempt bonds. The Lone Star Public Facilities Corporation was founded in 1996 and
was designed “to provide for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, repair, equipping, furnishing
and placement in service of public facilities in an orderly, planned manner and at the lowest
possible borrowing costs.”
The ideas was to “acquire, through the issuance of installment sale obligations, office buildings,
located within the State of Texas but outside the boundaries of Westlake, whose tenants will be
limited to those entities which are qualifying tenants under applicable federal income tax law so the
interest payable with respect to the installment sale obligations will be exempt from federal income
taxation.”
No bonds were ever issued.
The fund is earning interest annually.
Revenues
• Total proposed revenues for FY 2013-14 are $45 in interest earnings.
Expenditures
• There have been no expenditures from this fund since inception
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Visitors Association Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax 590,853 540,350 700,000 700,000 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 3,438 2,900 2,900 2,900 0%-
Misc Income 13,440 18,650 18,650 18,650 0%-
Total Revenues 607,731 561,900 721,550 721,550 0%-
Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources - - - - 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 607,731 561,900 721,550 721,550 0%-
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers 255,339 255,225 255,225 286,107 12%30,882
Total Payroll and Related 255,339 255,225 255,225 286,107 12%30,882
Supplies 346.68 450 16,880 2,905 -83%(13,975)
Services 182,553 213,075 201,645 209,605 4%7,960
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities 37,480 35,677 34,225 36,435 6%2,210
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures 220,379 249,202 252,750 248,945 -2%(3,805)
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out 190,746 192,711 191,162 164,720 -14%(26,442)
Total Other Uses 190,746 192,711 191,162 164,720 -14%(26,442)
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 666,465 697,138 699,137 699,772 0.09%634
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES (58,734) (135,238) 22,413 21,778 -3%(635)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 1,111,281 1,052,547 1,052,547 1,074,959 2%22,413
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 1,052,547 917,309 1,074,959 1,096,738 2%21,778
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 182,396 183,692 151,700 164,450 8%12,750
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING 870,151 733,617 923,259 932,288 1%9,028
# Days Operating 477 384 482 486 1%4
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
Debt Service Payments 182,396 183,692 151,700 164,450 8%12,750
- -
- -
- -
- -
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITED FUNDS 182,396 183,692 151,700 164,450 8%12,750
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
VVIISSIITTOORRSS AASSSSOOCCIIAATTIIOONN FFUUNNDD
The Visitors Association Fund was established in late FY 1999-2000 and collects a 7% hotel occupancy
tax from the Marriott Solana and any future Westlake hotels.
FY 2004-2005 saw the launch of a new program in partnership with the Marriott to operate a shuttle
service which delivers and returns Marriott visitors to DFW Airport.
Hotel Occupancy Taxes are allocated to this fund and obtained through the assessment of a 7%
hotel occupancy tax. Authority granted by the State of Texas allows cities to levy a tax not to
exceed 7% of the rental rate for a hotel/motel room. Funds generated by the occupancy tax may
be used in a manner that directly enhances and promotes tourism and the convention and hotel
industry.
Revenues
• Total revenues for FY 2013-14 are budgeted to be $721,550
• Revenues are projected to remain flat when compared to FY 2012-13 estimated revenues.
Expenditures and Transfers Out
• Total expenditures for FY 2013-14 are budgeted to be $699,772
• This represents a 0.09% increase of $634 from the FY 2012-13 estimated expenditures.
o Transfers Out to Debt Service decreased $30,443 due to the 2013 partial refunding of
the 2008 bond payment on the Arts and Sciences center construction.
o Supplies decreased $13,975 – Records management expense of $14,000 for FY2012-
13 will not be incurred in FY 13/14.
o Services increased $7,960 – Marriot marketing expenditures increased $10,000
o Payroll transfers out to the General Fund increased $30,882 due to Phase II market
increases.
Fund Balance
• FY 2013-14 ending fund balance is projected to be $1,096,738
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Debt Service Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax 170,094 123,969 130,792 153,868 18%23,076
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings - - - - 0%-
Misc Income - - 3,609 - -100%(3,609)
Total Revenues 170,094 123,969 134,401 153,868 14%19,467
Transfers In 1,465,086 1,462,483 1,456,336 1,936,358 33%480,022
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Bond Refunding 7,799,196 - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 9,264,282 1,462,483 1,456,336 1,936,358 33%480,022
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 9,434,376 1,586,452 1,590,736 2,090,226 31%499,490
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Tranfsers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services 150,021 2,925 1,130 907 -20%(223)
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt 1,618,898 1,613,323 1,612,263 2,089,319 30%477,056
Total Expenditures 1,768,919 1,616,248 1,613,393 2,090,226 30%476,833
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Bond Refunding 7,650,305 - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses 7,650,305 - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 9,419,224 1,616,248 1,613,393 2,090,226 30%476,833
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES 15,153 (29,796) (22,657) - -100%22,657
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 7,504 22,657 22,657 0 -100%(22,657)
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 22,657 (7,140)0 - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 7,504 7,504 - - 0%-
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING 0 0 0 0 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS - - - - 0%-
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FUND OVERVIEW
DEBT SERVICE FUND
The Debt Service Fund was created to clearly illustrate the Town’s debt service picture. The
Town’s obligations are consolidated into one fund with payments being transferred from 4B
Economic Development Fund, Property Tax Reduction Fund (in prior years), General Fund (in
subsequent years) and the Visitors Association Fund. Future CO’s and General Obligation debt
issuances will also be paid from this fund.
The Debt Service Fund is used for the payment of general long-term debt principal, interest and
related costs of Town issued debt. The Town of Westlake implemented an ad valorem property
tax for the first time during FY 2010-11. There is no direct limit on debt for the Town. The
Constitution of the State of Texas provides that the ad valorem tax levied by the Issuer for
general purposes and for the purpose of paying debt service requirements of the Issuer’s
general obligation debt shall not exceed $1.50 for each $100 of assessed valuation of taxable
property.
Revenues
• $153,868 Ad Valorem Property Taxes
Transfers In
• $151,700 Transfers in from Visitors Association Fund
• $1,100,500 Transfers in from 4B Economic Development Fund
• $630,772 Transfers in from General Fund
• $53,385 Transfers in from Utility Fund
Expenditures
• FY 2013-14 debt service expenditures are projected to be $2,090,226
• This is a 30% increase of $476,833 compared to FY 2012-13 estimated expenditures of
$1,613,393.
o $8.5M CO for Westlake Academy Expansion
o $1.0M CO for Ground Storage Tank
o $2.2M GO refunding of 2008 Certificates of Obligation
Debt service payments are made for the following:
Issues made for the construction of the Westlake Academy facilities:
$12,400,000 Series 2002 Certificates of Obligation
$ 6,410,000 Series 2003 Certificates of Obligation
$ 7,465,000 Series 2007 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (partial refund of $12.4 CO issue)
$ 7,375,000 Series 2011 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (partial refund of $12.4 CO and $6.4M issue)
$ 2,200,000 Series 2013 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (refund of $2.5 CO)
$ 8,500,000 Series 2013 Certificates of Obligation (Academy Expansion)
Issue for various street projects:
$ 2,095,000 Series 2011 Certificates of Obligation
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FUND OVERVIEW
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Principal Interest
Issue for Ground Storage Tank project:
$ 1,000,000 Series 2013 Certificates of Obligation
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Debt Service Fund
Long-Term Debt Summary
Pymt Fiscal 300.48840.00.13 300.48850.00.13 300.48840.00.12 300.48850.00.12 300.48840.00.11 300.48850.00.11 300.48840.00.10 300.48850.00.10
No.Year Principal Interest Principal Interest Principal Interest Principal Interest
1 2014 105,000 46,700 151,700 100,000 407,159 507,159 93,000 60,791 153,791 100,000 223,200 323,200
2 2015 120,000 44,450 164,450 195,000 312,044 507,044 97,000 57,704 154,704 440,000 217,800 657,800
3 2016 100,000 42,250 142,250 195,000 308,144 503,144 100,000 54,503 154,503 100,000 212,400 312,400
4 2017 130,000 39,950 169,950 200,000 304,194 504,194 75,000 79,475 154,475 275,000 207,275 482,275
5 2018 125,000 37,400 162,400 200,000 300,194 500,194 79,000 75,625 154,625 700,000 192,650 892,650
6 2019 135,000 34,463 169,463 205,000 296,144 501,144 83,000 71,575 154,575 715,000 171,425 886,425
7 2020 140,000 31,025 171,025 215,000 291,944 506,944 87,000 67,325 154,325 730,000 149,750 879,750
8 2021 145,000 27,463 172,463 215,000 287,106 502,106 91,000 62,875 153,875 750,000 127,550 877,550
9 2022 145,000 23,838 168,838 225,000 281,606 506,606 96,000 58,200 154,200 770,000 104,750 874,750
10 2023 150,000 20,375 170,375 230,000 275,344 505,344 101,000 53,275 154,275 790,000 81,350 871,350
11 2024 145,000 17,130 162,130 240,000 268,294 508,294 106,000 48,100 154,100 820,000 55,150 875,150
12 2025 155,000 13,830 168,830 240,000 261,094 501,094 111,000 42,675 153,675 260,000 36,250 296,250
13 2026 165,000 10,063 175,063 255,000 253,669 508,669 117,000 36,975 153,975 260,000 27,150 287,150
14 2027 160,000 6,000 166,000 260,000 245,619 505,619 123,000 30,975 153,975 275,000 17,100 292,100
15 2028 160,000 2,000 162,000 270,000 237,006 507,006 129,000 24,675 153,675 290,000 5,800 295,800
16 2029 - - - 390,000 225,794 615,794 136,000 18,050 154,050 - - -
17 2030 - - - 405,000 211,881 616,881 143,000 11,075 154,075 - - -
18 2031 - - - 415,000 197,531 612,531 150,000 3,750 153,750 - - -
19 2032 - - - 595,000 178,369 773,369 - - - - - -
20 2033 - - - 315,000 160,169 475,169 - - - - - -
21 2034 - - - 330,000 147,269 477,269 - - - - - -
22 2035 - - - 345,000 133,769 478,769 - - - - - -
23 2036 - - - 360,000 119,669 479,669 - - - - - -
24 2037 - - - 370,000 105,763 475,763 - - - - - -
25 2038 - - - 385,000 92,078 477,078 - - - - - -
26 2039 - - - 400,000 77,850 477,850 - - - - - -
27 2040 - - - 415,000 62,300 477,300 - - - - - -
28 2041 - - - 430,000 45,400 475,400 - - - - - -
29 2042 - - - 450,000 27,800 477,800 - - - - - -
30 2043 - - - 470,000 9,400 479,400 - - - - - -
$2,080,000 $396,935 $2,476,935 $9,320,000 $6,124,599 $15,444,599 $1,917,000 $857,623 $2,774,623 $7,275,000 $1,829,600 $9,104,600
US Bank
Partial refunding of 2002 & 2003
December 29, 2011
Issued By: US Bank US Bank Independent Bank
Various street projectsUse:Refunding of 2008 (A&S Building)WA Expansion / Ground Storage Tank
TOTAL
Original Issue:$2,200,000 $9,500,000
Issue Date:April 2013 April 2013 March 29, 2011
$2,095,000 $7,375,000
TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL
Funded by Visitors Association Fund 4B Fund & General Fund DS 300 Property Tax 4B Fund & General Fund
Type *refunding of 2008 Certificates of Obligation Certificates of Obligation *partial refunding of 2002/2003
Series SERIES 2013 GO-Refunding SERIES 2013 CO SERIES 2011 CO SERIES 2011 GO-Refunding
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Pymt Fiscal
No.Year
1 2014
2 2015
3 2016
4 2017
5 2018
6 2019
7 2020
8 2021
9 2022
10 2023
11 2024
12 2025
13 2026
14 2027
15 2028
16 2029
17 2030
18 2031
19 2032
20 2033
21 2034
22 2035
23 2036
24 2037
25 2038
26 2039
27 2040
28 2041
29 2042
30 2043
Issued By:
Use:
TOTAL
Original Issue:
Issue Date:
Funded by
Type
Series
300.48840.00.07 300.48850.00.07 300.48840.00.03 300.48850.00.03 300.48840.00.02 300.48850.00.02
Principal Interest Principal Interest Principal Interest Principal Interest Total Debt
35,000 294,608 329,608 175,000 97,411 272,411 330,000 21,450 351,450 938,000 1,151,319 2,089,319
35,000 293,295 328,295 185,000 90,630 275,630 - - - 1,072,000 1,015,923 2,087,923
410,000 291,983 701,983 190,000 83,230 273,230 - - - 1,095,000 992,509 2,087,509
425,000 276,608 701,608 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,105,000 982,751 2,087,751
40,000 259,608 299,608 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,144,000 940,726 2,084,726
40,000 258,008 298,008 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,178,000 906,864 2,084,864
45,000 256,408 301,408 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,217,000 871,701 2,088,701
50,000 254,608 304,608 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,251,000 834,851 2,085,851
55,000 252,608 307,608 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,291,000 796,251 2,087,251
60,000 250,408 310,408 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,331,000 756,001 2,087,001
65,000 248,008 313,008 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,376,000 711,931 2,087,931
645,000 245,408 890,408 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,411,000 674,506 2,085,506
670,000 219,608 889,608 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,467,000 622,714 2,089,714
700,000 192,808 892,808 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,518,000 567,751 2,085,751
730,000 164,808 894,808 - 75,250 75,250 - - - 1,579,000 509,539 2,088,539
760,000 134,695 894,695 350,000 75,250 425,250 - - - 1,636,000 453,789 2,089,789
790,000 103,345 893,345 365,000 57,750 422,750 - - - 1,703,000 384,051 2,087,051
825,000 70,560 895,560 385,000 39,500 424,500 - - - 1,775,000 311,341 2,086,341
855,000 35,910 890,910 405,000 20,250 425,250 - - - 1,855,000 234,529 2,089,529
- - - - - - - - - 315,000 160,169 475,169
- - - - - - - - - 330,000 147,269 477,269
- - - - - - - - - 345,000 133,769 478,769
- - - - - - - - - 360,000 119,669 479,669
- - - - - - - - - 370,000 105,763 475,763
- - - - - - - - - 385,000 92,078 477,078
- - - - - - - - - 400,000 77,850 477,850
- - - - - - - - - 415,000 62,300 477,300
- - - - - - - - - 430,000 45,400 475,400
- - - - - - - - - 450,000 27,800 477,800
- - - - - - - - - 470,000 9,400 479,400
$7,235,000 $4,103,285 $11,338,285 $2,055,000 $1,367,021 $3,422,021 $330,000 $21,450 $351,450 $30,212,000 $14,700,513 $44,912,513
9/6/2013
US Bank Bank of New York Bank of New York
Partial refunding of Series 2002 2nd phase construction of WA 1st phase construction of WA
$7,465,000 $6,410,000 $12,400,000
January 15, 2002
TOTAL TOTAL
March 15, 2007 June 23, 2003
TOTAL
GRAND TOTAL
4B Fund & General Fund 4B Fund 200 4B Fund 200
*partial refunding of 2002 Certificates of Obligation Certificates of Obligation
SERIES 2007 GO-Refunding SERIES 2003 CO SERIES 2002 CO
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Cemetery Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services 4,500 5,400 5,960 5,960 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 171 175 100 100 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 4,671 5,575 6,060 6,060 0%-
Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources - - - - 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 4,671 5,575 6,060 6,060 0%-
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies 450 - - - 0%-
Services 4,064 3,600 2,900 4,225 46%1,325
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance 1,767 1,800 2,215 7,215 226%5,000
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures 6,281 5,400 5,115 11,440 124%6,325
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - - - - 0%-
Total Capital - - - - 0%-
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 6,281 5,400 5,115 11,440 124%6,325
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES (1,610) 175 945 (5,380) -669%(6,325)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 148,963 147,353 147,353 148,298 1%945
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 147,353 147,528 148,298 142,918 -4%(5,380)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 147,353 147,528 148,298 142,918 -4%(5,380)
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 255 10110 00 000 50,139 49,349 50,417 45,136 -10%(5,281)
A Open Cemetery Lots 255 15100 00 000 97,214 98,179 97,881 97,782 0%(99)
0%-
0%-
0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 147,353 147,528 148,298 142,918 -4%(5,380)
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CEMETERY FUND
The Cemetery program includes all operations associated with the 5.5 acre cemetery located
on J.T. Ottinger Road. This includes interment, lot sales, record keeping, and all maintenance
associated with the grounds, fences, trees and flower beds. The cemetery was donated and
conveyed by deed to the Town during FY2008-09.
Revenues
• Total proposed revenues for FY 2013-14 are $6,060
• Revenue will remain flat when compared to FY 2012-13 estimated revenues.
Expenditures
• Total proposed expenditures for FY 2013-14 are $11,440
• This is an increase of $6,325 compared to FY 2012-13 estimated expenditures.
o Increase of $5,000 for irrigation services
o Increase of $1,325 for contracted services
Fund Balance
• The projected ending fund balance for FY 2012-13 is $142,918
o $45,633 Operating Cash
o $97,284 Open Cemetery Lots
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Utility Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
Charges for Services Water 2,228,018 2,112,000 2,112,000 2,112,000 0%-
Charges for Services Sewer 627,096 529,800 529,800 529,800 0%-
Charges for Services Trash 4,545 5,050 5,050 5,050 0%-
Charges for Services Other 72,922 60,835 60,750 60,750 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 9,717 10,000 6,000 6,000 0%-
Misc Income 87,040 89,434 192,004 192,004 0%-
Total Revenues 3,029,338 2,807,119 2,905,604 2,905,604 0%-
Transfers In - 2,000,000 500,000 - -100%(500,000)
Other Sources - - 1,000,000 - -100%(1,000,000)
Contributions 24,423 - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 24,423 2,000,000 1,500,000 - 100%(1,500,000)
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 3,053,761 4,807,119 4,405,604 2,905,604 -34%(1,500,000)
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers 253,673 273,812 273,812 321,554 17%47,742
Total Payroll and Related 253,673 273,812 273,812 321,554 17%47,742
Supplies 4,514 7,000 7,100 8,100 14%1,000
Services 444,980 521,828 539,078 523,028 -3%(16,050)
Insurance 4,803 6,098 4,790 4,790 0%-
Repair & Maintenance 127,265 141,500 127,400 122,400 -4%(5,000)
Rent & Utilities 97,341 111,292 129,250 130,760 1%1,510
Debt 714,735 220,943 191,212 191,212 0%-
Water Purchases 980,212 1,110,600 1,110,600 1,110,600 0%-
Total Expenses 2,373,850 2,119,261 2,109,430 2,090,890 -1%(18,540)
Capital Projects (166,045) 2,161,871 175,424 1,521,880 768%1,346,455
Capital Outlay 12,409 20,000 15,000 15,000 0%-
Total Capital (153,635) 2,181,871 190,424 1,536,880 707%1,346,455
Transfers Out 95,507 87,500 87,500 140,885 61%53,385
Total Other Uses 95,507 87,500 87,500 140,885 61%53,385
TOTAL EXPENSES & OTHER USES 2,569,395 4,662,444 2,661,167 4,090,209 54%1,429,042
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENSES 484,366 144,675 1,744,438 (1,184,605) -168%(2,929,042)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 4,516,756 5,001,122 5,001,122 6,745,560 35%1,744,438
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 5,001,122 5,145,797 6,745,560 5,560,955 -18%(1,184,605)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 149,040 159,802 159,802 161,400 1%1,598
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING 4,852,082 4,985,996 6,585,758 5,399,555 -18%(1,186,203)
Operating Expenditures 2,639,932 2,413,073 2,398,242 2,427,444 1%29,202
# Days Operating 671 754 1,002 812 -19%(190)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
R Water/Sewer Deposits 10112 149,040 159,802 159,802 161,400 1%1,598
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
- - - - 0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 149,040 159,802 159,802 161,400 1%1,598
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UUTTIILLIITTYY FFUUNNDD
REVENUES AND OTHER RESOURCES
• Total proposed revenues for FY 2013-14 are budgeted to be $2,905,604
• A 34% decrease of $1,500,000 from the FY 2012-13 estimated revenues of $4,405,604
o This decrease amount is composed of $1M in bond proceeds and a $500K transfer in (inter-
fund loan) from the General Fund in FY 2012-13 for the construction of a ground storage
tank.
• Utility Fund revenue is primarily comprised of fees for water and wastewater service.
• The fund also receives a small portion of its revenue through tap fees and interest income, and
currently serves as a mechanism for collecting and distributing debt service and impact fees.
Water Revenue
• Water revenues comprise 73% of FY 2013-14 Utility Fund revenues.
o The Utility Fund is the recipient of all revenue generated from water sales in the Town. With
the construction of Westlake’s master-planned residential developments, the Town placed
new water infrastructure into service in 2000.
o As Westlake’s customer base continues to expand, additional demands will be placed on
the utility system, requiring incremental expansion and maintenance of infrastructure.
• Effective October 1, 2013, Fort Worth rates will increase by 11% ($1.6720/1000 gal to $1.8560/1000
gal).
FY13/14
Proposed
Revenues
Water Revenue
73%
Sewer Revenues
18%
Tap Fees
1%
Impact Fees
2%
Duct Bank
3%
TRA Wastewater
3%
$2.10 $1.94 $1.74 $2.11 $2.43 $2.22
$3.28 $3.05 $2.91 $2.91
FY 04/05
actual
FY 05/06
actual
FY 06/07
actual
FY 07/08
actual
FY 08/09
actual
FY 09/10
actual
FY 10/11
actual
FY 11/12
actual
FY 12/13
estimated
FY 13/14
proposed
Revenue Trends
(shown in millions)
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Wastewater Revenues
• Wastewater revenues comprise 18% of FY 2013-14 Utility Fund revenues.
o Wastewater revenue is another major component of the Utility Fund. Wastewater revenue
is expected to grow proportionate to future non-irrigation water demands.
o These future increases can be attributed to both residential and commercial growth.
o Effective December 1, 2013, TRA rates will increase by 14.7% ($4.788/1000 gal to
$5.494/1000 gal) due to higher treated sewage volumes, capital project funding needs
and associated operating costs.
Ductbank Permit Fees
• Ductbank permit fees and deferred revenues comprise 3% of FY 2013-14 Utility Fund revenues.
o The ductbank is a series of Town owned conduit that houses underground
telecommunication infrastructure in portions of Westlake.
o Revenues from the ductbank are contingent upon utility companies leasing out portions of
the conduit.
o The Town continues to execute new leases with telecommunications companies.
Waste Management
• The Town receives a 12% fee from its franchisee for providing this service.
o During FY 2008-09, the Town took over the billing and collection of residential solid waste
user fees for its franchised hauler.
o The Town changed from twice a week pick up schedule to once a week pick up schedule
in lieu of a rate increase.
o The current rate for solid waste and recycling service remains unchanged since 2008.
EXPENSES AND OTHER USES
• Total proposed expenses for FY
2013-14 are $4,090,209
• A 54% increase of $1,429,042 from
the FY 2012-13 estimated expenses.
• This increase amount is composed
primarily of $1.346M relating to the
construction of a ground storage
tank.
Services Provided
The Utility Fund accounts for water and
wastewater services for the residents of
the Town. All activities necessary to
provide such services are accounted for in the fund, including administration, operations,
maintenance, financing and related debt service, and billing and collection.
This fund also contains the planning and implementation of the ductbank. This is a series of
underground conduit designed to house telecommunications services in Westlake. The ductbank is
a public/private partnership that utilizes public and private sector capital, town planning and
engineering and town operation. Phase I was completed in FY 2000-01 and became ready for
occupancy in FY 2001-02 with leases following completion of construction. FY 2004-05 saw the
completion of the ductbank extension from Vaquero to Pearson Road with a lease following the
construction. The development of the Terra Bella subdivision extended the ductbank from Sam
School Road through the subdivision to Dove Road.
FY13/14
Proposed
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
59%
Capital Outlay
/Projects
38%
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In 2010, Deloitte University
constructed new ductbank through
their development that connected
the section at Dove/Pearson Lane to
Ottinger Road at the Deloitte service
entrance with leases following
completion of construction.
The Utility Fund is responsible for all
water, sewer, and
telecommunications ductbank
service in the Town. The Town
continues to use new automated
technologies to control inflows into
our storage facilities and minimize the
annual peak payment charges from
the City of Fort Worth.
The fund is also burdened with three outstanding long-term obligations.
11.. The first is the proportionate buyout of infrastructure owned by the Hunt Trust which sold
the Circle T Ranch to Hillwood. The Town’s agreement with Hillwood is that in exchange
for dissolution of the Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), the Utility Fund will reimburse
Hillwood the share of purchased MUDs infrastructure for each development based upon
the acres removed from the MUDs. Hillwood, in turn, must deposit these funds into an
escrow account owned by the Hunt Trust.
22.. The second long term liability is the loan from Hillwood to the Town to construct the 16”
and 20” transmission water lines and the US 377 Pump Station. The Town is contractually
obligated to pay for this infrastructure through a surcharge on water rates. The Town is
divided into two service areas, one being the Circle T Ranch, and the remaining areas
within the Town’s limits which constitute the “Town” service area. The Town pays Hillwood
$.25 cents per 1,000 gallons of water distributed to consumers in these two service areas.
Each service area pays its respective portion of the overall debt based on the volume of
water used from the customers. The contract clearly stipulates that this is not a general
obligation of the Town. It is, however, required to be paid back through this assessment
being attached to the water rate. The rate would have to be significantly increased to
pay this debt off in the twenty years contemplated under the agreement. Hillwood has
stated that once the Town and Hillwood agree on proportionate future infrastructure
funding, this liability will be erased. Nevertheless, the obligation does exist and water rates
should always be reviewed with this obligation in mind.
33.. The third long term liability is the joint Westlake/Keller water tower that was constructed to
provide the necessary water storage and pressures within Westlake.
Staff is committed to maintaining an up to date utility rate analysis to maintain the integrity of the
fund. The budget is based on an adjustment in water and sewer rates from a rate study conducted
in FY 2010-11. The fund revenues were estimated based on a water and sewer rates approved by
the Town Council on December 13, 2010 and became effective January 1, 2011. The purpose of the
rate increase was to fully recover all system costs as well as provide for capital improvements and
maintenance of our water and sewer utility. In addition to the rate increase on December 13, 2011,
Council also approved a “pass-through” rate adjustment ordinance that provides for an automatic
adjustment to rates based on unit volume costs from the Town’s wholesale providers.
- 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550
FY 04/05 actual
FY 05/06 actual
FY 06/07 actual
FY 07/08 actual
FY 08/09 actual
FY 09/10 actual
FY 10/11 actual
FY 11/12 actual
FY 12/13 estimated
FY 13/14 projected
294
325
359
420
450
475
480
481
491
501
10 Year Analysis - Utility Billing Accounts
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 12,467 - - - - 12,467
Construction - - 70,500 - - - - 70,500
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 82,967 - - - - 82,967
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 82,967 - - - - 82,967
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 82,967 - - - 82,967
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - -
PROJECT FUNDING
This project is intended to transfer ownership of a section of sewer line
from Westlake and Southlake to TRA. It includes the design and
construction of a metering station with SCADA equipment at the proposed
Town of Westlake "Point of Entry." Westlake will be required to conduct
an extensive inflow and infiltration study and perform repairs (separate
capital improvement).
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
TRA Assumption of N-1 Sewer Line
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - - 1,500,001
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - - 1,500,001
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 3,088 (3,088) 500,000 - - - - 500,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance $1.0M - 61,088 938,913 - - - - 1,000,001
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 3,088 58,000 1,438,913 - - - 1,500,001
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - 500 530 545 560 2,135
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - 500 - - 2,135
PROJECT FUNDING
This project will consist of designing and constructing a new ground
storage tank at the existing pump station. We anticipate this tank will be a
1,000,000 gallon tank and will be needed to augment services once
Deloitte has become fully staffed. Maintenance (consisting of inspection
and cleaning) would not be expected until year two. Total amount =
$1,558,500; Debt service payments = approximately $170k/yr for 10 years.
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Ground Storage Tank
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
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Utility Maintenance & Replacement Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 190 125 125 125 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 190 125 125 125 0%-
Transfers In 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 0%-
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 0%-
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 50,190 50,125 50,125 50,125 0%-
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 0%-
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 100%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures - - - - 100%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects - 52,450 81,680 88,000 100%6,320
Total Capital - 52,450 81,680 88,000 100%6,320
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 0 52,450 81,680 88,000 100%6,320
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES 50,190 (2,325) (31,555)(37,875)20%(6,320)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 42,640 92,829 92,829 61,274 -34%(31,555)
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 92,829 90,504 61,274 23,399 -62%(37,875)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 92,829 90,504 61,274 23,399 -62%(37,875)
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 510 10110 00 000 92,829 90,504 61,274 23,399 -62%(37,875)
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 92,829 90,504 61,274 23,399 -62%(37,875)
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UTILITY- MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT FUND
The Utility-Maintenance & Replacement Fund (UMR) was created to provide a mechanism for
repair and replacement of capital assets such as pump stations, lift stations, elevated and
ground storage facilities, etc. This fund receives planned portions of revenues from the Utility
Fund allocated to future capital repair and replacement. As in the General-Maintenance and
Replacement Fund, this was anticipated to help avoid future bond programs and force a more
conservative pattern of spending in light of uncertain future revenues.
This fund consists of systematic water and sewer line repairs and major maintenance projects
funded by an operating transfer from the Utility Fund. Projects are included each year from a
long-range maintenance schedule which incorporates routine scheduled maintenance and
recommended replacement and upgrading of lines and permanent capital assets.
Revenues
• FY13/14 proposed revenues are $50,125
Expenditures
• FY 13/14 proposed expenditures are $88,000 for the SCADA Replacement Project
Fund Balance
• FY 13/14 ending fund balance is projected to be $23,399
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Actuals Estimated Proposed FIVE YEAR
Description 2003 - 2012 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 TOTALS TOTALS
Sewer R&M - SS I&I 1 23,864 - - - - - - - 23,864
Pump Station Gate Retro-Fit 2 7,500 - - - - - - - 7,500
WA-Ext Envrnmt Imprvmts Irrig 3 - - - - - - - - -
Pump/Motor Repair/Replacement 4 - 27,225 - - - - - - 27,225
Pump Station Equipment 5 - - - 160,000 165,000 175,000 - 500,000 500,000
SCADA Replacement 6 - - 88,000 - - - - - 88,000
Chevy Utility Truck 7 - - - 25,000 - - - 25,000 25,000
Ground Storage Tank R&M 8 - - - - - - - - -
Fire Hydrant Repair & Painting 9 - - - - - - - - -
Lift Station Pump Repairs 10 - 16,375 - - - - - - 16,375
Water Main R&M 11 - 38,080 - - - - - - 38,080
31,364 81,680 88,000 185,000 165,000 175,000 - 525,000 726,044 GRAND TOTAL
Projection
5 Year Projection
Utility - Maintenance and Replacement Fund
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General Maintenance & Replacement Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 0%-
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - 2,000 - 0%(2,000)
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 2,465 1,750 1,750 1,750 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 2,465 1,750 3,750 1,750 -53%(2,000)
Transfers In 530,000 550,000 550,000 550,000 0%-
Other Sources - - 6,250 - -100%(6,250)
Contributions - - - - 0%-
Total Other Sources 530,000 550,000 556,250 550,000 -1%(6,250)
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 532,465 551,750 560,000 551,750 -1%(8,250)
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 0%-
Payroll / Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Related & Benefits - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures - - - - 0%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects 343,585 329,220 275,359 519,726 89%244,367
Total Capital 343,585 329,220 275,359 519,726 89%244,367
Transfers Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 343,585 329,220 275,359 519,726 89%244,367
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES 188,880 222,530 284,641 32,024 -89%(252,617)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 691,535 880,415 880,415 1,165,056 32%284,641
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 880,415 1,102,945 1,165,056 1,197,080 3%32,024
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 880,415 1,102,945 1,165,056 1,197,080 3%32,024
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - -
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Cash 600 10110 00 000 880,415 1,102,945 1,143,056 1,175,080 3%32,024
A Cash EMS 600 10110 14 101 0 0 22,000 22,000 0%0
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 880,415 1,102,945 1,165,056 1,197,080 3%32,024
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
GENERAL MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT FUND
The General Maintenance & Replacement Fund was created to provide a mechanism for the
long term repair and replacement of large capital assets such as HVAC, walls, floors and
ceilings, plumbing, electric, roadways, etc.
This fund receives planned portions of revenues from each operating fund that owns and
maintains capital assets to set aside for future capital repair and replacement. This helps to
avoid future bond programs and encourages a more conservative pattern of spending in light
of uncertain future revenues..
This fund supports systematic facility repairs and major maintenance projects funded by
operating transfers from other Town funds. Project lists are developed annually from a long-
range facility maintenance schedule, and incorporated into a routine schedule for
maintenance and replacement of major facility equipment and infrastructure and permanent
capital assets.
Revenues and Transfers In
• FY13/14 proposed revenues are $551,750 and are comprised of
o $550,000 transfers in from the General Fund
o $1,750 interest income
• A 1% decrease of $8,250 from the FY 12/13 estimated budget of $560,000
Expenditures/Projects
• FY13/14 proposed expenditures are $519,726
• An 89% increase of $244,367 from the FY 11/12 estimated budget of $275,359
Dept # Project # Description Amount
16 35 Illuminated Street Name Signs 24,000
17 7 WA-Irrigation System 15,225
17 24 WA-15 Ton Split HVAC System 39,786
17 25 WA-2 Ton Roof Top Units 62,100
17 32 WA-HVAC System Replacement 5,500
17 18 WA-Update Security System 25,000
17 19 WA-Update Security Cameras 7,615
17 29 WA-Heater Boilers 19,820
17 12 WA-Painting/Cloth Wall R&M 24,650
17 9 WA-Ext Environment Improvements Irrigation 5,000
17 36 WA-Plumbing Repair/Replacement 14,040
17 8 WA-Carpet/VCT Flooring 29,020
17 10 WA-Environment Building Upgrades light/water 5,500
17 17 WA-Refurbish Classrooms 23,795
17 23 Interior Building R&M 11,420
17 11 WA-Exterior Paint & Wood R&M 11,000
17 13 WA-Roof Repairs 12,755
17 39 Facilities Maintenance Vehicle 45,000
17 37 Contribution to WA - Facility 40,000
17 38 Contribution to WA - Technology 50,000
19 14 Trail Repairs and Maintenance 10,000
20 20 Servers & Network Storage 5,000
20 21 Network Printers/Peripheral Dev 5,000
20 27 Network Equipment 18,500
20 28 Phone System/Peripheral Devices 10,000
TOTAL EXPENSES $ 519,726
Fund Balance
• Fund balance at FY 13/14 year-end is projected to be $1,197,080
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Actuals Estimated Proposed 5 YEAR
Description 2003 - 2012 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 TOTALS
Ambulance Box, Chassis and Equipment 16 200,000 - - - - - - -
Fire Chief Vehicle 30 - 49,085 - - - - - -
Ladder/Pumper 34 - - - - - 1,400,000 - 1,400,000
Dept 14 - Total Fire/EMS 200,000 49,085 - - - 1,400,000 - 1,400,000
Illuminated Street Signs 35 - 24,000 24,000 - - - - -
Dept 16 - Total Public Works - 24,000 24,000 - - - - -
WA-Irrigation System 7 15,607 5,225 15,225 - 3,000 - 10,000 13,000
WA-15 Ton Split HVAC System 24 2,695 20,704 39,786 - - 12,000 - 12,000
WA-2 Ton Roof Top Units 25 11,903 14,000 62,100 - 5,000 - 10,000 15,000
WA-HVAC System Replacement 32 - - 5,500 5,000 5,000 13,000 - 23,000
WA-Update Security System 18 - 6,250 25,000 10,000 - 5,000 5,000 20,000
WA-Update Security Cameras 19 7,185 7,615 7,615 - - 6,000 10,000 16,000
WA-Heater Boilers 29 4,248 19,820 19,820 10,000 - - 5,000 15,000
WA-Painting/Cloth Wall R&M 12 3,300 9,000 24,650 - 10,000 8,000 10,000 28,000
WA-Ext Environmental Improvements Irrig 9 7,010 - 5,000 5,000 - 7,000 - 12,000
WA-Parking Lot 15 17,282 - - - 10,000 18,000 5,000 33,000
WA-Plumbing Repair/Replacement 36 - 5,000 14,040 5,000 5,000 5,000 - 15,000
WA-Carpet/VCT Flooring 8 2,515 9,000 29,020 - 5,000 - 10,000 15,000
WA-Envrnmt Bldg UG light/water 10 25,899 1,430 5,500 - 10,000 - 5,000 15,000
WA-Refurbish Classrooms 17 25,531 33,795 23,795 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 100,000
Interior Building R&M 23 2,800 10,420 11,420 - - 12,000 8,000 20,000
WA-Exterior Paint & Wood R&M 11 20,692 9,760 11,000 11,000 5,000 - 8,000 24,000
WA-Roof Repairs 13 5,116 12,755 12,755 - 8,000 - 5,000 13,000
Facilities Maintenance Vehicle 39 - - 45,000 - - - - -
Contribution Exp to WA - Facilities 37 - - 40,000 - - - - -
Contribution Exp to WA - Technology 38 - - 50,000 - - - - -
Dept 17 - Total Facilities & Grounds Maintenance 151,784 164,774 447,226 71,000 91,000 111,000 116,000 389,000
Trail Repairs 14 - 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 40,000
Dept 19 - Parks and Recreation - 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 40,000
Servers & Network Storage 20 14,826 20,380 5,000 - - - 7,500 7,500
Network Printers/Peripheal Dev 21 630 - 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 10,000 25,000
Network Equipment 27 438 5,590 18,500 20,000 20,000 20,000 30,000 90,000
Server Replacements 33 8,763 - - 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 40,000
Phone System/Peripheal Devices 28 8,181 1,530 10,000 5,000 7,500 10,000 15,000 37,500
Dept 20 - Total Information Technology 32,838 27,500 38,500 40,000 42,500 45,000 72,500 200,000
384,622 275,359 519,726 121,000 143,500 1,566,000 198,500 2,029,000 GRAND TOTAL
Projection
5 Year Projection
General - Maintenance and Replacement Fund
Proj.
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Westlake Academy 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 12/13
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 11/12
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
Federal Program Revenues 152,351 69,239 82,367 67,722 -18%(14,645)
State Program Revenues 4,362,921 4,488,261 4,583,926 4,855,506 6%271,580
Local Revenues 1,237,004 1,281,934 1,167,054 1,538,434 32%371,380
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
Total Revenues 5,752,276 5,839,434 5,833,347 6,461,662 11%628,315
Other Sources 93,884 44,823 69,137 45,000 -35%(24,137)
Total Other Sources 93,884 44,823 69,137 45,000 -35%(24,137)
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 5,846,160 5,884,257 5,902,484 6,506,662 10%604,178
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
61 Payroll Related & Benefits 4,089,284 4,492,764 4,459,051 4,832,464 8%373,413
62 Professional & Contracted Services 1,075,052 749,490 850,996 882,229 4%31,233
63 Supplies and Materials 345,997 286,576 282,349 385,613 37%103,264
64 Other Operating Costs 283,228 289,986 297,773 289,989 -3%(7,784)
65 Debt Service - 0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
Total Expenditures 5,793,561 5,818,816 5,890,169 6,390,295 8%500,126
Other Uses 150,470 57,663 69,137 45,000 -35%(24,137)
Total Other Uses 150,470 57,663 69,137 45,000 -35%(24,137)
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 5,944,031 5,876,479 5,959,306 6,435,295 8%475,989
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES (97,871)7,778 (56,822)71,367 -226%128,189
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 916,962 819,091 819,091 762,271 -7%(56,820)
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 819,091 826,870 762,271 833,638 9%71,367
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds - - - - 0%-
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING 819,091 826,870 762,271 833,638 9%71,367
# of Operating Days 51 52 47 47 0%0
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
A Technology/FFE - - - - 0%-
A Uniform/Equipment Replacement - - - - 0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 0 0 0 0 0%0
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FUND OVERVIEW
WESTLAKE ACADEMY
This fund was incorporated into the Town’s budget beginning in FY 2010/11. Westlake Academy
opened its doors in September 2003 when the Town of Westlake officials took advantage of the
State of Texas’ acceptance of chartered schools and thus, became the first and only
municipality in the state to receive a chartered school designation.
As a chartered school, Westlake Academy is an open enrollment public school. In 2008 the
Texas Education Agency (TEA) renewed the Academy’s charter until 2016. The officials who
pioneered the school also decided to follow another brave path in offering the globally
recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum which is now being provided in over 900
schools nationwide and over 2,300 in 128 countries worldwide.
Westlake Academy is owned and operated by the Town of Westlake and is the largest
operating department of the Town. The TEA requires a separate budget be submitted to the
state. A portion of that budget is now incorporated into the Town’s annual budget. The
Academy’s fiscal year begins on September 1st and ends of August 31st.
Revenues
• FY2013-14 adopted revenues are $6,506,662
Expenditures
• FY 2013-14 adopted expenditures are $6,435,295
Fund Balance
• FY 13/14 ending fund balance is projected to be $833,638
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Excerpt from FY 2013-14 Adopted Westlake Academy Budget
Executive Summary
August 12, 2013
Honorable President and Board Trustees
Westlake Academy
2600 J. T. Ottinger Road
Westlake, TX 76262
Transmittal of FY 2013/14 Westlake Academy Budget
“Growing Together; One School, One Community”
As Superintendent of Westlake Academy, I am submitting for your consideration the Budget for FY
2013/14. This Budget for Westlake Academy encompasses all teaching and extra-curricular operating
expenditures as well as State public school funding and private donations used to support the daily
school operations of Westlake Academy in the 2013/14 school year.
This FY 2013/14 All Funds Budget totals $6,390,294 representing a 9% increase from the prior year
primarily due to increasing the number of classes in the PYP Programme Grade one and three, and
staffing changes in the MYP Programme. The adopted FY 2013/14 budget increases the fund balance by
$71,368 for a total of $829,033. With the continued support of the Westlake Academy Foundation, in
addition to increased state funding, the Academy will be able to balance the budget beyond the five-
year forecast. In the legislative session ending in 2013, public education funding increased slightly.
Westlake Academy anticipates this to increase per student funding to $6,828.
Figure 1 – All Funds Budget Summary
Estimated Adopted $$%%
BudgetBudget IncreaseIncrease
FY 12/13FY 13/14 (Decrease)(Decrease)
Beginning Fund Balance 819,090$ 762,269$ (56,822)$ -7%
Revenues 5,833,347 6,461,662 628,315 11%
Expenditures 5,890,169 6,390,294 500,125 8%
Net Revenues over (under) Expenditures (56,822) 71,368 128,190
Other Resources 110,096 45,000 (65,096) -59%
Other Uses (69,137) (45,000) 24,137 -35%
Ending Fund Balance 803,227$ 833,636$ 30,409$ 4%
Assigned - - -
Ending Fund Balance (Unassigned)803,227$ 833,636$ 30,409$ 4%
# Days Operating (Based on 365)50 48 (2) -4%
Daily operating expense 16,137$ 17,508$ 1,370$ 8%
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Budget Presentation
I welcome the opportunity to present and discuss operational plans and related financial impact with all
interested parties. Interaction among interested groups consistently leads to operational and
educational improvements which become available to the students and parents of Westlake Academy.
The development, review, and consideration of the 2013/14 Governmental Fund Budgets (the General
Fund, and Special Revenue Funds) were completed with a detailed and exhaustive review of every
revenue and expenditure item within the context of the Academy’s Vision, Mission and Values
statements, Strategic Planning efforts, and Board Policy.
The budget document and the year-end annual audit are the primary vehicles to present the financial
plan and the results of operations at the Academy. The budget document is organized into the following
sections:
• Introductory Section – Introduces the reader to the document as a whole. It highlights
important information contained in the budget. Users rely on this section to get an overview – a
snapshot of what they can expect to find in the rest of the document.
• Organizational Section – Provides the context and framework within which the budget is
developed and managed. The context for the budget is substantially predicated on the type and
level of service to be provided the students of the Academy. The framework also includes the
Academy’s organizational and financial structure as well as the controls that direct and regulate
the development and administration of the budget.
• Financial Section – Presents the heart of the Academy’s budget document. The budget financial
schedules present the adopted budget for the Academy compared with the results of past
budget plans and with future projections.
• Informational Section – Contains information on past and future budgets and factors
influencing the adopted budget. It puts the adopted budget into context and it explains past
budget decisions.
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Westlake Academy Mission, Vision & Values
Westlake Academy is a public charter school offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.
Founded in 2003, with a mission to achieve academic excellence and develop life-long learners who
become well-balanced, responsible global citizens, Westlake Academy is the first and only municipally-
owned school in the state to receive a charter designation. Westlake Academy is the fifth school of only
ten in the United States, and the only public school, to offer the full IB curriculum for grades K-12.
During this year’s budget retreat great care and consideration were given to the mission and vision of
the Academy and the impact that these have on both the long-term goals of the Academy and its day-
to-day operation. The vision and mission statements represent the outcome of this discussion and
evidence the Board’s continued dedication to academic excellence and personal achievement. The
values statements are currently being reviewed by the Board and are listed here for reference only.
MISSION:
“Westlake Academy is an IB World School whose mission is to provide students with an internationally
minded education of the highest quality, so they are well-balanced and respectful life-long learners.”
VISION:
“Westlake Academy inspires students to achieve their highest individual potential
in a nurturing environment that fosters the traits found in the IB learner profile.”
~ Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled,
Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, and Reflective~
VALUES
Maximizing Personal Development
Academic Excellence
Respect for Self and Others
Personal Responsibility
Compassion and Understanding
The following desired outcomes summarize the goals and objectives established by the Board of Trustees
and leadership staff at the Academy.
Desired Outcomes
High Student Achievement
Strong Parent & Community Connections
Financial Stewardship & Sustainability
Student Engagement-Extracurricular Activities
Effective Educators & Staff
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Board Members and Administration
The Westlake Academy Board of Trustees consists of five trustees and the Board President. Each
member of the Board serves a two year term with two members and the president being elected on
alternate years.
Several members of the Westlake Academy Leadership Team operate under a shared service agreement
with the Town of Westlake and serve dual roles.
Board of Trustees
Laura
Wheat
Clifton
Cox
Michael
Barrett
Rick
Rennhack
Carol
Langdon
Wayne
Stoltenberg
Board President -----------------------------------------Board of Trustees----------------------------------------
Westlake Academy Leadership Team
*Thomas E. Brymer, Superintendent of Schools
Clint Calzini, Secondary Principal
Rod Harding, Primary Principal/Campus Director
Andra Barton, Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Benjamin Nibarger, Administrative Coordinator
Alan Burt, Director of Athletics
Shelly Myers, Exec. Director of the WAF/Director of Development
To be named, MYP Coordinator
Alison Schneider, PYP Coordinator
Christian McCarthy, DP Coordinator
*Ginger Awtry, Director of Communications & Community Affairs
*Amanda DeGan, Assistant Town Manager
*Troy Meyer, Director of Facilities
*Debbie Piper, Director of Finance
*Todd Wood, Director of Human Resources & Administrative Services
*Asterisk denotes shared services personnel between Westlake Academy and the Town of Westlake
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Budget Framework - “Governing and Managing for Outcomes”
The budget document is but one part of a system designed to link together critical governance and
management decision making tools. This system is called “Governing and Managing for Outcomes” and
is designed to integrate:
• Strategic planning
• Five (5) year financial forecasting,
budgeting, and performance measurement
linked to priorities, objectives, and
outcomes
• Reporting to monitor progress in outcome
achievement and accountability for results
• Aligning resources to prioritized outcomes
• Long term approach to ensure financial
sustainability
• Working within Board adopted financial
policies for the Academy
• Maintaining core services
Budget Process
The process of projecting the budgeting needs of the Academy is a continual process that responds to the
changing needs of the Academy students and staff as well as changes in the fiscal environment such as
the reduced State funding from FY 2009/10. The process of developing the Academy budget for fiscal
year 2013/14 began with the Westlake Board of Trustees meeting that was held in February of 2013.
Following is a summary of the main steps taken in preparation of the adopted budget.
BOARD OF TRUSTEE BUDGET REVIEW
The Board of Trustees regularly receives quarterly budget updates, some of which are detailed in
the trend analysis and the five-year financial forecast discussed later in this document. Upon
receipt of the adopted annual budget, the Board holds budget workshops to review adopted
changes, their associated outcomes for the next fiscal year, as well as their impact in a five (5)
year financial forecast.
BUDGET ADOPTION
The Board of Trustees holds the required public meeting and adopts the budget in August prior
to beginning the fiscal year which runs from September 1st to August 31st.
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
The Final Amended Budget for the Year Ending August 31, 2013 will be submitted at the August,
2013 Board meeting. It will reflect all amendments previously approved by the Board of Trustees
plus any final amendments. Often, these amendments influence the shaping of the current
budget as actual trends in revenues and expenditures are realized and accounted for.
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Figure 2 Budget Process
Timeline Description of Activities
October - December Strategic Plan preparation process occurs
December Westlake Academy Leadership Team (WALT) begins planning FY 13/14 Budget
January WALT meets with WA affiliates for joint planning for FY 2013/14
January - March Develop CIP, Five Year Projection & Personnel Cost Estimates
February Broad overview of 2013/14 Budget with BOT
April Develop improvement plans for each grade level/dept.
May 17 Strategic Plan preparation process occurs, preliminary budgets developed
June 7th BOT Budget Retreat
June - July Current Budget Review
August 13th BOT consideration/adoption of Westlake Academy FY 2013/14 Budget
September - August Budget Amendments for FY 2013/14
Fall 2013 Begin strategic plan update/review process for FY 2014/15
January 2014 Annual Financial Report for FY 2012/13
Academy Approach
The Academy approach to coping with the combination of fast student growth in a restricted funding
environment along with increasing academic standards requires that the budget process is instructionally
driven and guided by the Academy’s Strategic Plan. During the budget development process the staff
reviewed all revenues and expenditures and focused on aligning the allocation of resources, both
personnel and financial, with the accomplishment of established goals and objectives.
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Explanation & Summary of Major Budget Components
REVENUES
The revenues received by Westlake Academy are classified into one of three broad categories: Federal,
State or Local. State funding is the Academy’s largest revenue source making up over 74% of revenues
from all funds. Staff estimates that the average level of total state aid paid through the Foundation
School Program (FSP) in FY 2013/14 will be approximately $6,828 per student; approximately a four
percent (4%) increase from the FY 2012/13 levels. As an open-enrollment charter school, Westlake
Academy has the ability to establish specific class sizes and set limitations on secondary boundary
enrollment. Enrollment for FY 2013/14 is projected at 675 students in accordance with the current plan
to attempt to maintain 20 students per class.
Federal funding is received through grants that support special education and accounts for approximately
one percent (1%) of revenues for all funds.
Local funding consists of two major sources, the Town and the Westlake Academy Foundation. As a
municipally-owned charter school Westlake Academy does not have taxing authority; the Town of
Westlake is responsible for debt service and capital improvements, these costs are estimated at
$1,882,143 for FY 2013/14. The Westlake Academy Foundation is an independent non-profit
organization that raises funds through donations and fund raising; the FY 2013/14 forecast is $1,594 per
student, or approximately $1.1 million.
EXPENDITURES
Compensation and benefits are the largest operating cost for Westlake Academy. The current teacher
pay scale is based on the Board policy of being within 3% of the median of the nine (9) surrounding public
school districts. Per Board direction, the salary scale had a 1% pay increase for all faculty and staff
members in the FY 2012/13, and staff is recommending a 1.5% pay increase for all faculty and staff
members in the FY 2013/14 school year. The increase for all applicable staff equals $86,404
(approximately 2%, including step-increases).
The shared services model that the Academy operates under with the Town of Westlake provides
administrative services. These costs were previously booked to the Westlake Academy operating budget,
but were removed from the Academy operating budget in the FY 2012/13 school year. The following
table illustrates the indirect operating costs of running the Academy which are booked to the Town of
Westlake’s General Fund and Debt Service Fund.
Figure 3 - Overall Total Cost Summary – All Governmental Funds and Municipal Debt Service Payments
Overall Cost Summary
Estimated
FY 12/13
Adopted
FY 13/14
Westlake Academy Budget $5,881,484 $6,390,294
Estimated Town Funded Indirect Operational Costs (Support Services) 306,900 325,000
Subtotal All Operating Costs 6,188,384 6,715,294
Annual Debt Service Payment (Paid through Town) 1,498,528 1,935,529
Grand Total All Costs $7,686,912 $8,650,823
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Other Considerations
MULTI-YEAR FINANCIAL FORECAST
Due to increased student enrollment, slight increases in State of Texas public education funding,
additional support from the Westlake Academy Foundation and the Town of Westlake, the Academy
anticipates that its Fund Balance will remain above the TEA’s recommended 45 days.
Figure 4 – Revenues, Expenditures & Fund Balance – General Fund Summary
Historically, revenues and expenditures have increased at relatively the same rate which has dictated the need for a higher
fund balance in order to sustain the 45-day minimum requirement established by Board policy.
PROGRAMS & FACILITIES
Over the last three fiscal years, the Academy has increased course offerings in a number of areas,
including, foreign languages, theater arts, technology, and science. This expansion of programs and
facilities was primarily funded through the student expansion in the secondary programme. The
increased offerings necessitated additional facilities in the form of three portable classroom buildings.
During this same timeframe, the Academy has completed and the Board of Trustees adopted a Facility
Master Plan. This plan provides a clear understanding of future growth needs at the Academy. The
Facility Master Plan can be viewed on the Academy’s or the Town of Westlake’s website.
Currently, the Academy is beginning Phase 1 of the Academy’s expansion plan. This includes three
additional buildings, a secondary classroom building, a multi-purpose hall, and field house.
These additional facilities will allow
the Academy to accommodate
approximately 850 students if new
student enrollment occurs.
FY 09/10
Actual
FY 10/11
Actual
FY 11/12
Actual
FY 12/13
Estimated
FY 13/14
Proposed
FY 14/15
Estimated
FY 15/16
Estimated
FY 16/17
Estimated
Revenues $4,280,723 $4,608,573 $5,244,170 $5,575,442 $6,212,057 $7,395,175 $7,522,490 $7,610,877
Expenditures $3,917,886 $4,518,107 $5,287,757 $5,632,264 $6,140,689 $7,027,343 $7,219,293 $7,416,992
Fund Balance $767,491 $914,660 $814,487 $757,666 $829,033 $1,182,027 $1,485,224 $1,679,110
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Financial Summary
The budget is developed within the guidelines predicated by the Texas Education Agency and is organized
into a series of accounts called funds. The total revenue for all funds for the Academy is estimated to be
$6,461,662 and total expenditure appropriations amount to $6,390,294.
The following schedules present a comparison of revenues and expenditures for all Governmental Funds
in the Academy’s Budget. Budgets for the General Fund, the Food Service Fund (a Special revenue Fund)
and the Debt Service Fund must be included in the official district budget (legal or fiscal year basis). The
Academy does not maintain a Food Service Fund or a Debt Service Fund; therefore; the only fund legally
adopted will be the General Fund. For informational purposes only, budgets for Special Revenue Funds
are included throughout the presentation.
Figure 5 – Table: Revenue Summary – All Governmental Funds
Adopted Estimated Adopted Variance
Audited Audited Audited Budget Budget Budget Estimated to
FY 09/10 FY 10/11 FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Adopted
REVENUES
Federal Program Revenues $ 199,436 $ 157,445 $ 152,351 $ 69,239 $ 82,367 $ 67,722 $ (14,645)
State Program Revenues 3,687,706 3,945,658 4,362,921 4,488,261 4,583,926 4,855,506 271,580
Local Revenues 656,508 874,206 1,237,004 1,281,934 1,167,054 1,538,434 371,381
$ 4,543,649 $4,977,309 $5,752,276 $5,839,434 $5,833,347 $6,461,662 $ 628,315
Figure 6 – Graph: Revenue Summary – All Governmental Funds
The largest revenue source for Westlake Academy is State Foundation School Program funding which makes up 75% of All
Governmental fund revenues.
Federal Program
Revenues
1%
State Program
Revenues
75%
Local Revenues
24%
Revenues
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Figure 7 Table: Expenditure Summary – All Governmental Funds
Figure 8 – Expenditure Summary – All Governmental Funds
The largest expenditure category is Payroll & Related items which makes up approximately 76% of all Governmental fund
expenditures.
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FY 09/10FY 10/11FY 11/12FY 12/13FY 12/13FY 13/14 Adopted
EXPENDITURES (BY FUNCTION)
11 - Instructional 2,428,184 2,764,022 3,170,372 3,377,707 3,515,750 3,633,683 117,933
12 - Resources & Media 87,511 73,398 89,129 140,756 67,543 60,785 (6,758)
13 - Staff Development 95,387 111,933 74,656 126,952 126,871 144,154 17,283
21 - Instructional Leadership 97,623 125,265 135,962 127,812 94,652 185,339 90,687
23 - School Leadership 286,307 294,931 347,515 353,683 385,289 456,515 71,226
31 - Guidance & Counseling 159,850 165,245 232,419 234,011 239,065 238,786 (279)
33 - Health Services 56,963 53,513 60,917 58,324 58,999 58,620 (379)
35 - Food Services 8,135 - 11,517 9,544 13,554 15,116 1,562
36 - CoCurricular/ Extra. Activities 116,808 7,275 131,972 186,036 154,344 221,087 66,743
41 - Administrative 318,624 105,472 675,763 314,263 333,902 362,289 28,387
51 - Maintenance & Operations 265,969 301,672 596,913 607,211 610,595 674,112 63,516
53 - Data Processing 157,923 525,273 173,587 166,686 166,687 247,719 81,032
61 - Community Services 59,592 154,962 76,880 91,890 94,989 92,091 (2,898)
71 - Debt Service 41,495 69,739 - - - - -
81 - Facility Acquisition/Construction - 132,286 15,960 23,940 27,930 - (27,930)
Total Expenditures 4,180,369 4,884,985 5,793,560 5,818,815 5,890,169 6,390,294 500,125
Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over (Under)
Expenditures 363,280 92,325 (41,285) 20,619 (56,822) 71,368 128,190
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Budget Trends
GENERAL FUND - STATE FUNDING
Despite a 4% historical average annual growth rate, the State of Texas continues to lag behind the
national average for per pupil funding, providing $1,000 to $1,500 less per pupil than the national
average. Due to its Charter status, Westlake Academy receives less State funding per student than other
non-charter public schools because public charter schools in the State of Texas do not receive facility
funding. The Academy’s State funding per pupil peaked in FY 09-10 with cuts in the following two years
due to state budget short-falls. In FY 2013/14, the Academy anticipates that state funding will increase
approximately four percent (4%) based upon initial information from the TEA.
Westlake Academy receives minimal federal funding (IDEA B – Special Education Funds) depending
primarily upon state education funds and private donations to cover operating costs. The 2013 legislative
session increased per student funding, but less than half the cut seen in the 2011 legislative session. As
the single largest expenditure in the state’s budget, it is likely that any possible future reductions in
spending may negatively impact public education funding. Due to prior state funding reductions, the
Academy has become more dependent upon the private donations for operating costs and further
financial support from the Town of Westlake. Funding ongoing operating costs with one-time dollars
raised through private donations places the Academy in a potentially tenuous situation. If private
donations do not meet the levels necessary to offset public education reductions, then the Town of
Westlake must increase financial support or consider reducing levels of service.
Figure 9 - Average Funding per Student
The difference between the amount of Texas State funding and Westlake Academy is the amount dedicated to facilities
funding. Public charter schools in Texas do not receive facility funding.
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The largest funding sources for Westlake Academy continue to be State funding and the Blacksmith
Apprentice Program. State funding was 86% of General Fund revenues in FY 09/10 and are currently
approximately 77%, while Blacksmith contributions have climbed from less than 10% to approximately
17% of the Academy’s total General Fund Revenues in FY 2013/14.
Figure 10 - General Fund Revenues by Source
GENERAL FUND - LOCAL FUNDING
The Blacksmith annual program contributions have increased each year. Despite the decline seen in FY
06/07, the average contribution per student has increased sharply in response to the public education
funding decreases. Blacksmith contributions should reach approximately $1.1 million in FY 2013/14.
Figure 11 - Blacksmith Contributions
The FY 2013/14 Blacksmith contributions of $1,079,000 are based on an estimated per-student average donation of
$1,594.
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Service Level Adjustments
This budget makes use of Service Level Adjustments (SLA’s) to track any cost changes. These cost
changes will fall into one of four categories: first, increased operating costs to maintain current levels of
service; second, increased operating costs due to expanded levels of service; third, increased costs due to
the development of new services, and fourth, cost savings. Cost savings may occur for any number of
reasons, but primarily arise due to increased efficiency, service level reductions, or not expending the
budgeted resources.
Generally speaking, Service Level Adjustments (SLA’s) in this budget fall into the category of increased
operating costs for existing programs. Some SLA’s are due to existing program expansion, such as
increasing the number of international teachers at Westlake Academy.
SLA’s involving new expenditure areas to target for recommendation to the Board for FY 2013/14, staff
recommended several areas for adjustments:
Salary Related Expenditures Total: $318,665
Desired Outcome: High Student Achievement
In FY 2013/14 we will have 76.18 full-time equivalent employees (FTE’s), an increase of 3.11 FTE’s. The
increase in expenditures is the result of a combination of adding new positions, the years of experience
our new teachers, an increase in unemployment insurance and other employer contributions, as well as
the increased cost associated with teacher classifications and international teacher stipends.
• Asst. to Secondary Principal (.50)
• PYP Grade 3 (1.0)
• PYP Grade 1 (1.0)
• PYP Grade 6 (-1.0)
• Secondary Humanities (.25)
• Secondary Science (.16)
• Secondary Foreign Language (1.0)
• SPED Instructional Aide (.20)
• Salary Adjustments ($86,400)
Professional & Contracted Services Total: $60,470
Desired Outcome: High Student Achievement
Professional and contracted services rendered to the Academy by firms, individuals, and other
organizations. These represent the approximate services that are rendered for the Academy.
• Facility Maintenance ($3,000)
• TxEIS and ESC 11 ($18,000)
• Data and Phone ($3,000)
• Water ($4,500)
• ISA & DP Exams ($9,000)
• Athletics ($18,000)
• Legal Fees ($10,000)
• Miscellaneous ($-5,030)
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Supplies & Materials Total: $95,904
Desired Outcomes: Effective Educators & Staff – High Student Achievement
Supplies and materials costs are associated with consumables that are used in the classroom,
maintenance of the campus, books, testing materials, furniture, and classroom supplies.
• Furniture ($15,000)
• Classroom supplies, SPED Supplies,
Shipping (IB Exams), etc. ($67,000)
• Exams (ISA & IB) ($9,362)
• Facilities Maintenance ($5,800)
• Textbooks (-$4,500)
• Reading Materials ($2,200)
• Miscellaneous (1,042)
Other Operating Costs Total: $33,387
Desired Outcome: Effective Educators & Staff – High Student Achievement
Other operating costs are associated with insurance, professional development, travel, membership fees
and dues, graduations expenses, and miscellaneous costs.
• Professional Development (-$7,000)
• Travel (-$500)
• Insurance ($19,750)
• Fees & Dues ($8,153)
• Miscellaneous ($12,984)
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Individual Fund Summary
GENERAL FUND
The General Fund is a governmental fund with budgetary control which is used to show transactions
resulting from operations of on-going organizations and activities from a variety of revenue sources.
FY 2013/14 Adopted: Revenues = $6,212,057 Expenditures =$6,140,689
Figure 12 - Revenue & Expenditure Comparison – General Fund
Expenditures have exceeded revenues over the last two fiscal years. This is due to the State’s reduction in public
education funding, approximately an eight percent (8%) decline.
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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
The Special Revenue Funds are the funds that account for local, state and federally financed programs or
expenditures legally restricted for specified purposes or where unused balances are returned to the
grantor at the close of a specified project period.
Figure 13 – Special Revenue Funds
Variance
Estimated Presented Estimated
FY 12/13 FY 13/14 to Presented
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Federal Grants through TEA
Fund 224 - IDEA B $ 81,958 $ 67,722 $ (14,236)
Fund 225 - IDEA B Preschool 409 - (409)
Sub-total Federal Grants 82,367 67,722 (14,645)
State Grants through TEA
Fund 410 - Material Allotment Disbursement 47,891 52,899 5,008
Sub-total State Grants 47,891 52,899 5,008
Local Activities
Fund 461 - Local Campus Activity 60,435 60,000 (435)
Sub-total Local Activities 60,435 60,000 (435)
Hudson Foundation Grants
Fund 498 - Director of Curriculum & Instruction - 68,984 68,984
Sub-total Hudson Foundation Grants - 68,984 68,984
Westlake Academy Foundation Grants
Fund 482 - Fund100 1,469 - (1,469)
Fund 490 - Whole School Professional Development 23,523 - (23,523)
Fund 491 - Students Shoulder to Shoulder 8,400 - (8,400)
Fund 493 - IB Learns Grant 27,820 - (27,820)
Fund 497 - Financial Assistance 2,000 - (2,000)
Sub-total Foundation Grants 63,211 - (63,211)
Westlake Academy House of Commons Grant
Fund 496 - iStation Grant 4,000 - (4,000)
Sub-total House of Commons Grants 4,000 - (4,000)
Grant Total - All Special Revenue Funds $ 257,905 $ 249,605 $ (8,300)
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Informational Summary
CHANGES IN DEBT
Debt service for the Academy’s capital infrastructure is included in the Town of Westlake’s municipal
budget. The amount of debt outstanding including interest is approximately $40,512,143; this debt will
be retired in 2021. The average annual debt service for Academy facilities paid by the Town of Westlake
is approximately $1,935,529.
FACILITIES
The Academy was designed and built to service approximately 675 students, with the addition of almost
50 students; the facilities at the Academy are projected to reach full capacity at the beginning of the FY
2013/14 school year. However, curriculum and course schedules play an equally important role in
determining facility use; the IB curriculum places a unique demand on staff and resources. The recently
completed Facility Master Plan has three new portable classroom buildings placed in service in the FY
2013/14 school year and three additional purpose built facilities scheduled to be placed in service in the
FY 2014/15 school year. These buildings will house a new secondary school building, a multi-purpose
hall, and field house. The additional facilities will allow space for additional student enrollment.
PERSONNEL TRENDS
The Academy has added personnel each year since its opening to support new grade levels and classes
as well as curriculum expansion. In FY 2013/14 an additional 3.11 FTE positions for a total of 76.18 FTE
employees.
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Figure 14 - Westlake Academy FTE Staff
Staff levels have increased steadily since the Academy opened in FY 03/04 as the program offerings and each grade level
is fully filled. The Academy added 3.11 instructional FTE positions.
SUDENT ENROLLMENT TRENDS
Westlake Academy’s student enrollment is established by two sets of boundaries. The primary
boundary encompasses the Town of Westlake and allows Westlake residents automatic entry into
Westlake Academy. The secondary boundaries are comprised of 31 of the surrounding school districts.
While any school-age child from these districts is allowed to attend the Academy, demand for entrance
has exceeded the Academy’s capacity necessitating an annual lottery system that is carried out
according to the standards and practices dictated by Federal law.
Student enrollment has grown since the Academy’s opening in FY 03/04 with the addition of one new
grade level each year. The Academy opened with Grades 1 through 6 and completed adding grade
levels in FY 09-10. The Academy’s enrollment continued to expand in FY 10/11 with an increase in
target class sizes of 20 pupils per class and the addition of a third section in the secondary programme.
In FY 13/14 the campus facilities at the Academy are expected to reach full capacity. Due to growth in
the primary boundary, the Academy will be placing three additional portable buildings in service in FY
2013/14 and three purpose built facilities in FY 2014/15. This additional facility space will allow the
Academy to service approximately 850 students, as growth in the primary boundary necessitates new
enrollment.
As an open enrollment charter school, Westlake Academy has the ability to set and maintain enrollment
numbers at levels determined by the Board of Trustees. The Academy currently has over 2,000 students
on a waiting list spanning Kindergarten through grade eleven. The waiting list which is developed each
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year through a lottery process, allows the Academy to fill seats if student attrition occurs, maintaining a
stable student population number and classroom size.
Figure 15 - Westlake Academy Student Enrollment
Total enrollment has increased steadily since FY 03/04 in harmony with the expansion of grade levels. The increase from
530 in FY 10/11 to 610 in FY 11/12 is due to the Board’s decision to expand class sizes in an effort to increase program
offerings. Future enrollment increases or decreases are at the sole discretion of the Board.
WORKING LEAN
Given the new paradigm of decreasing State aid and increasing demand, Westlake Academy and the
Town of Westlake is committed to providing for the long-term viability of its program by maintaining
municipal financial support where needed if future budgets stop short, utilizing and bolstering donations
made by the Blacksmith Campaign and the Westlake Academy Foundation, and continuing a focus on
financial stewardship in the school’s operations and expenditures. These initiatives combined with a
thoughtfully crafted financial forecast will help to foresee future negative indicators of decreased
funding and ensure that a quality, IB curriculum will continue to be offered to the students of the
Academy for years to come.
Performance Results
In FY 2012/13, Westlake Academy was recognized by the U.S. News and World Report, Newsweek and
the Daily Beast, and the Washington Post as one of the best public high schools in the country. This is
the third year in which the Academy has been recognized by these three organizations due to rigorous
and extraordinary academic performance.
The State of Texas is currently phasing out the use of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills
(TAKS) test to assess students’ attainment of reading, writing, math, science, and social studies skills
required under Texas education standards; Its replacement, the State of Texas Assessments of Academic
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Readiness (STAAR) exam has increased rigor over the TAKS and complies with the requirements of the
No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). The charts below utilize TEA data to compare Westlake Academy’s
performance historically, as well as against the state performance.
Description FY
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Reading/ELA 98% 98% 99% 98% 99% 100% 98% 99% 99% 99%
Writing 97% 97% 99% 91% 93% 100% 96% 99% 95% -
Social Studies N/A N/A 99% 95% 98% 100% 99% 99% 99% 99%
Mathematics 97% 91% 95% 91% 93% 98% 94% 96% 91% 96%
Science 93% 85% 78% 88% 96% 99% 99% 99% 99% 97%
Texas Accountability
Rating Exemplary Recognized Recognized Recognized Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary -
* TAKS are only administered in Grade 10 & 11
% Commended 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
Reading/ELA - 62% 57% 60% 61% 61% 51% 56% 56% 48%
Writing - 60% 54% 58% 51% 34% 55% 43% 40% -
Social Studies - - - 67% 44% 53% 58% 65% 44% 72%
Mathematics - 48% 45% 48% 43% 44% 40% 46% 37% 47%
Science - 32% 30% 34% 31% 45% 45% 43% 65% 40%
The table above shows the Academy’s performance on the state’s standardized test from inception. The TEA rolled out a
new state assessment the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness). TAKS will be phased out over the
next two years.
Grade Level Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8
2012 - Standard Phase-In
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Reading 82% 44% 88% 69% 95% 76% 93% 73% 93% 73% 98% 85%
Writing - - 95% 60% - - - - 93% 63% - -
Mathematics 67% 22% 79% 21% 100% 71% 92% 63% 88% 50% - -
Science - - - - 90% 45% - - - - 91% 67%
Social Studies - - - - - - - - - - 84% 34%
2013 - Standard Phase-In
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Reading 78% 59% 73% 54% 88% 72% 95% 85% 87% 68% 93% 83%
Writing 75% 50% - - - - 75% 49% - -
Mathematics 59% 50% 58% 23% 86% 74% 84% 73% 67% 54% - -
Science - - - - 74% 43% - - - - 78% 51%
Social Studies - - - - - - - - - - 60% 31%
The table above provides the Academy’s performance data on the first two-years of the STAAR assessment. The State has
increased the rigor of the state assessment and has developed a phased grading system. The minimum performance
level will be increased each year, until FY 2013/14. The table shows the relative overall performance with the phased-in
and final measures.
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Westlake Academy has achieved a four-star rating from the Texas State Comptroller’s FAST School District Rating System
for providing quality education at a reasonable cost per student. Future enrollment increases will further improve
efficiencies and reduced the per student cost. Benchmarking against the surrounding local ISDs, Westlake Academy’s
expenditures are near the median when comparing expenditures per student excluding debt service and capital
expenditures.
PARENT SURVEY RESULTS
Westlake Academy is focused on delivering high quality educational services and depends upon the
constant input from stakeholders. Each year Westlake Academy conducts an Annual Parent Survey to
help identify any future needs and to prioritize resource allocation. The FY 2012/13 Westlake Academy
Parent Survey was conducted in June 2013 and saw a slight decrease in satisfaction (3%). Primary
concerns were with the Middle Years Programme Curriculum and Faculty. The results will be utilized to
help craft improvement plans for the upcoming two-years. Westlake anticipates completing a parent
satisfaction survey every other year to continue to track overall performance and satisfaction.
81% of the parent’s surveyed were very satisfied or satisfied with the overall quality of education Westlake Academy
delivers to its students.
Very Satisfied or
Satisfied
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Dissatisfied
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Overall Satisfaction with
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AWARDS
The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) presented a Meritorious Budget Award
to Westlake Academy for its Annual Operating Budget for the fiscal year beginning September 1, 2010.
This is the third year the Academy has been honored with this award. Additionally, the Academy
received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA); representing the fifth year the Academy has received this award.
These awards represent a significant achievement that reflect the dedication and commitment the
Board of Trustees and staff have given to meeting the highest principles of governmental accounting.
These awards are valid for one year only. We believe our current budget continues to conform to
program requirements, and we are submitting it to ASBO and GFOA to determine its eligibility.
SUMMARY
Westlake Academy has faced a number of hurdles over the last several years, decreased state funding,
increased rigor in state assessments, recruitment and retention of legacy teachers, facility issues, and
unprecedented growth, but through all of this, the students, staff, and faculty have shown an enormous
amount of determination to continually hold to our vision and rise to any challenge. It is with this in
mind that we present the FY 2013/14 budget theme, “Growing Together; One School, One
Community.”
Over the last year, many hours have been spent to further develop our vision of the future; determining
the best opportunities that lay before us to help us accomplish our mission and truly become a “shining
school on the hill.” While we have many successes to celebrate, we are constantly striving to improve
the Academy through multiple avenues, including: getting the right people on the bus, making sure that
we are consistently taking measure of our course, and making adjustments as we move towards our
goal; it is through our talented faculty, staff, students, and their supportive families, that we are able to
unfailingly rise to the challenges, and hold to our vision.
On behalf of our entire learning community, I would like to thank the Board for their leadership,
dedication to excellence, and their support in making Westlake Academy and the Town of Westlake,
truly a shining example of what can be accomplished when people come together with a common
purpose: great things can happen!
As with all good teams, it becomes necessary to draw attention to performers who go above and
beyond to make sure we accomplish our goals. I would like to recognize the hard work of the
Westlake Academy and Municipal Leadership Team, and specifically Debbie Piper and Ben Nibarger
for their efforts in completing this award winning document. I know with the team we have in place,
we will continue “Growing Together; One School, One Community.”
Thomas E. Brymer
Town Manager/Superintendent Westlake Academy
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Capital Projects Fund 9/5/2013
Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings 12,545 11,000 7,400 7,400 0%-
Misc Income 8,004 - - - 0%-
Total Revenues 20,549 11,000 7,400 7,400 0%-
Transfers In - - - - 0%-
Contributions 400,000 816,500 231,645 256,500 11%24,855
Bond Proceeds - 8,500,000 - - 100%-
Total Other Sources 400,000 9,316,500 231,645 256,500 11%24,855
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 420,549 9,327,500 239,045 263,900 10%24,855
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services 400,000 - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures 400,000 - - - 0%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects 1,074,077 4,467,249 1,714,109 1,838,484 7%124,375
Total Capital 1,074,077 4,467,249 1,714,109 1,838,484 7%124,375
Transfer Out - - - - 0%-
Total Other Uses - - - - 0%-
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 1,474,077 4,467,249 1,714,109 1,838,484 7%124,375
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES (1,053,529) 4,860,251 (1,475,064) (1,574,584) 7%(99,520)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING 4,634,332 3,580,803 3,580,803 2,105,739 -41%(1,475,064)
FUND BALANCE, ENDING 3,580,803 8,441,054 2,105,739 531,155 -75%(1,574,584)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds 3,580,803 8,441,054 2,105,739 531,155 -75%(1,574,584)
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
C Cash/CD's 410 10110 00 000 3,580,803 8,441,054 2,105,739 531,155 -75%(1,574,584)
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TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS 3,580,803 8,441,054 2,105,739 531,155 -75%(1,574,584)
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This fund tracks the infrastructure and building projects funded with general fund operating
transfers, intergovernmental revenue, bond funds and other special fund sources. Capital
projects are those projects over $25,000 that may extend over one fiscal year to complete and
reflect multiple expense categories such as engineering, design and construction. All capital
projects illustrate not only the expenditure and revenue sources, but ongoing operational
impact.
Completion of CIP projects may have a fiscal impact to the Town’s operating funds as routine
maintenance and operational expenditures are necessary to utilize the completed project.
When an operating impact has been identified, it is included on the project description sheet,
and costs are projected for the next three years. Upon approval of the project for an annual
expenditure, the fiscal impact is integrated into the operating budget.
Revenues
• FY13/14 proposed revenues are $263,900.
• This represents an increase of $24,855 from the FY 12/13 estimated budget of $239,045.
o Contributions relating to the Hwy377 Westport Parkway Signal project were
originally budgeted to be received in FY12/13 but have been moved forward to
FY13/14.
Expenditures
• FY 13/14 proposed expenditures are $1,838,484
Project# Project Description Amount
CP20 FM1938 Town Improvements 1,133,544
CP30 SH114/Hwy170 Enhancements 390,940
CP42 Trail Connection at 114/Solana 15,000
CP54 WA West Parking Improvements 200,000
CP55 Outdoor Warning System 99,000
Total Project Expense $ 1,838,484
Fund Balance
• FY 13/14 ending fund balance is projected to be $531,155
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Actuals Estimated Proposed 5 YEAR
Proj No.Description 2003 - 2012 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 TOTALS TOTALS
CP42 Trail Connection at Hwy 114/Solana - - 15,000 10,000 15,450 - - 25,450 40,450
CP50 Glenwyck Farms Park Improvements - - - 250,000 - - - 250,000 250,000
CP51 Trail - Fidelity to Westlake Pkwy - - - 270,600 - - - 270,600 270,600
CP52 Trail - Westlake Academy to Cemetery - - - - - - 276,100 276,100 276,100
CP53 Trail - Dove/Pearson/Aspen - - - - - 273,600 - 273,600 273,600
CP46 WA North Driveway Lighting - 40,000 - - - - - - 40,000
Sub-Total - Park/Trails/Cemetery -$ 40,000$ 15,000$ 530,600$ 15,450$ 273,600$ 276,100$ 1,095,750$ 1,150,750$
CP54 WA - West parking Improvements - - 200,000 - - - - - 200,000
CP55 Outdoor Warning System - - 99,000 - - - - - 99,000
CP29 WA Dining Hall Improvements 78,085 - - - - - - - 78,085
Sub-Total - Facilities Improvements 78,085$ -$ 299,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 377,085$
CP20 FM 1938 Streetscape/Wayfinding 938,076 183,335 1,133,544 739,100 253,100 - - 992,200 3,247,155
CP26 Mahotea Boone Reconst/Drainage 88,191 - - - - - - - 88,191
CP28 Streets Survey 49,235 - - - - - - - 49,235
CP30 SH 114/Hwy 170 Enhancements (bonds)7,500 345,460 301,570 336,000 - - - 336,000 990,530
CP30 SH 114/Hwy 170 Enhancements (cash)89,370 - 89,370
CP31 Stagecoach Hills Street Reconstruction & Drainage 413,926 84,974 - - - - - - 498,900
CP32 N. Roanoke Road Reconstruction & Drainage 160,732 1,248 - - - - - - 161,980
CP33 Aspen Lane Recon/Drainage 214,022 - - - - - - - 214,022
CP34 S. Roanoke Road Reconstruction & Drainage 2,900 - - 453,000 - - - 453,000 455,900
CP40 Sam School Road Reconstruction & Drainage - - - 216,000 - - - 216,000 216,000
CP41 E. Dove Road Reconstruction & Drainage (Vaq - TB)- - - 509,945 - - - 509,945 509,945
CP47 Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal 50,000 28,650 - - - - - - 78,650
cp56 HWY 377 Landscape Improvements - - - - - - 700,000 700,000 700,000
CP57 Ottinger Road Bridge Creek Crossing - - - - - 330,000 - 330,000 330,000
CP58 Ottinger Road Recon/Drainage - - - - - - 572,710 572,710 572,710
CP59 Wyck Hill Resurface - - - - - 54,450 - 54,450 54,450
CP60 Pearson Lane Recon/Drainage - - - - - 381,250 - 381,250 381,250
CP45 Hillwood Projects (bonds)99,648 168,859 - - - - - - 268,507
CP45 Hillwood Projects (cash)- 861,583 - - - - - - 861,583
Total Transportation Projects 2,024,231$ 1,674,109$ 1,524,484$ 2,254,045$ 253,100$ 765,700$ 1,272,710$ 4,545,555$ 9,768,379$
TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS 2,102,316$ 1,714,109$ 1,838,484$ 2,784,645$ 268,550$ 1,039,300$ 1,548,810$ 5,641,305$ 11,296,214$
Previously Adopted Projects Cash 4,238,108
FY 10/11 - $2.095M Bonds previously issued Bonds 2,095,000
FY 14/15 - New Projects Bonds 2,035,545
FY 16/17 - New Projects Bonds 2,588,110
New Projects Cash 339,450
TOTAL 11,296,214$
Projection
5 Year Projection
Capital Projects Fund
77
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 10,000 - - - - 10,000
Construction - 15,000 - 15,450 - - - 30,450
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - 15,000 10,000 15,450 - - - 40,450
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - - - - - - -
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2011 CO $2.095M - 15,000 - - - - - 15,000
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - 15,000 - - - - 15,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - - - - - - -
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - - - - - -
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Trail Connection at 114/Solana
This project will be a cooperative effort between Westlake, Trophy Club,
and Southlake consisting of the design and engineering of an intra-city trail
system. The engineering/design costs will be shared with all cities.
Construction and landscaping are estimated costs until engineering and
design are completed. The Town continues to work with Cassidy Turley to
construct the trail between Sam School Road and Hwy 114.
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
PROJECT EXPENSE
78
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - 30,000 - - - - 30,000
Construction - - 170,000 - - - - 170,000
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - 250 258 265 273 280 1,325
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - 750 773 795 818 840 3,975
Rent & Utilities - - 1,000 1,030 1,060 1,090 1,120 5,300
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 2,000 2,060 2,120 2,180 2,240 10,600
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Westlake Academy - West Parking Improvements
The west parking area was constructed in the summer of
2006 as a temporary asphalt parking lot for pick-up and
drop-off of students. Improvements include curbs,
landscape islands, sidewalks and lighting. The parking lot
does not meet the required Town development standards
for new construction. The projected expense below includes
the following: curb only, lighting, landscaping, additional
two inches of asphalt, striping and marking.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
79
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering - - - - - - - -
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other (Equipment) - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
EXPENDITURES TOTAL - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
Unfunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL - - 99,000 - - - - 99,000
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 4,000
Rent & Utilities - - 300 600 900 900 900 3,600
Debt Service - - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 300 1,600 1,900 1,900 1,900 7,600
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Outdoor Warning System
Promote Community Health, Safety, and Welfare is a focus point in the
Strategic Plan. Within that focus point is the Strategic Issue "Public
Safety and Emergency Preparedness" The strategy is to provide a safe
community for our residents and business partners. Building an effective
Emergency Warning Notification System will enhance the Town's ability to
ensure the safety of the community. An Outdoor Warning System will
provide notification of approaching severe storms to the active outdoor
population such as school children, joggers, golfers, workers, citizens
engaged in outdoor activities around their homes, etc.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
80
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 97,980 30,000 29,001 - - - - 156,981
Construction 840,096 103,335 1,154,543 739,100 253,100 - - 3,090,175
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 938,076 133,335 1,183,544 739,100 253,100 - - 3,247,155
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 938,076 133,335 - 567,100 253,100 - - 1,891,612
Contributions (Fidelity) - - 1,183,544 172,000 - - - 1,355,544
Bond Issuance - - - - - - - -
UnFunded - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 938,076 133,335 1,183,544 739,100 253,100 - 3,247,155
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - - - - - - -
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities (water only) - - 5,000 5,150 5,300 5,450 5,600 26,500
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 5,000 5,150 5,300 5,450 5,600 26,500
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
FM 1938 Streetscape/Wayfinding
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
Project consist of the design and construction of landscape and hardscape improvements to
the FM 1938 corridor from SH 114 south to Randol Mill Road, including sidewalks, trailheads,
signage, rest areas, plantings, entry monuments. Per developer's agreements: Fidelity is to
provide funding for landscape enhancements to the median and ROW (est. $322K). The Town
is required to install sidewalk on the west side of FM 1938 from Dove to SH 114 per the Fidelity
developer's agreement at our cost. Utility relocations will be necessary to accomodate
construction, including adjusting manholes, fire hydrants, valves and meters as necessary.
Utility cost is for irrigation only. A reduction to the total project cost of $670,000 is due to a
direct payment to the contractor from TxDot in the form of a grant.
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
PROJECT EXPENSE
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
81
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - - 1,079,900
Construction - - - - - - - -
Design - - - - - - - -
Contingency - - - - - - - -
Other - - - - - - - -
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - - 1,079,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers - - 89,370 - - - - 89,370
Contributions/Grants - - - - - - - -
Bonds 2011 CO $2.095M 7,500 345,460 301,570 - - - - 654,530
Bonds 2014/15 CO $2.1M - - - 336,000 - - - 336,000
Other - - - - - - - -
FUNDING TOTAL 7,500 345,460 390,940 336,000 - - 1,079,900
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - - - - - - -
Services - - 50,000 51,500 53,000 54,500 56,000 265,000
Insurance - - - - - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - - - - - -
Rent & Utilities - - 50,000 51,500 53,000 54,500 56,000 265,000
Debt Service - - - - - - -
OPERATING IMPACT - - 100,000 103,000 106,000 109,000 112,000 530,000
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
SH 170 & Hwy 114 Streetscape
5 Year Projection
5 Year Projection
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET
This project would be a cooperative effort between Westlake, Trophy Club,
and Roanoke consisting of the design and construction of landscape and
hardscape improvements to the SH 170 & Hwy 114 interchange to include
plantings, painting, and entry monuments. Maintenance is for irrigation
only. Project costs are estimated to be $3,000,000 for construction and
$200,000 for engineering design. Funding participation is anticipated to
be 1/3 from each party.
PROJECT EXPENSE
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Program Summary
Fiscal Year 2013/2014
Adopted Estimated Proposed Proposed FY 13/14
Actual Budget Budget Budget
FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 Estimated FY 12/13
REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES
General Sales Tax - - - - 0%-
Property Tax - - - - 0%-
Hotel Tax - - - - 0%-
Charges for Services - - - - 0%-
Beverage Tax - - - - 0%-
Franchise Fees - - - - 0%-
Permits & Fees - - - - 0%-
Fines & Forfeitures - - - - 0%-
Investment Earnings - - 5,000 5,000 0%-
Misc Income - - - - 0%-
Total Revenues - - 5,000 5,000 0%-
Transfers In 36,398 - - 500,000 100%500,000
Contributions - - 1,225,000 - -100%(1,225,000)
Other Sources - - 8,867,809 - 100%(8,867,809)
Total Other Sources 36,398 - 10,092,809 500,000 -95%(9,592,809)
TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER SOURCES 36,398 - 10,097,809 505,000 -95%(9,592,809)
EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES
Payroll Salaries - - - - 0%-
Payroll Insurance - - - - 0%-
Payroll Taxes - - - - 0%-
Payroll Retirement - - - - 0%-
Payroll Transfers - - - - 0%-
Total Payroll and Related - - - - 0%-
Supplies - - - - 0%-
Services - - - - 0%-
Insurance - - - - 0%-
Repair & Maintenance - - - - 0%-
Rent & Utilities - - - - 0%-
Interfund Advances - - - - 0%-
Debt - - - - 0%-
Total Expenditures - - - - 0%-
Capital Outlay - - - - 0%-
Capital Projects 36,398 - 1,625,666 7,795,950 380%6,170,284
Total Capital 36,398 - 1,625,666 7,795,950 380%6,170,284
Transfer Out - - 36,398 - -100%(36,398)
Total Other Uses - - 36,398 - -100%(36,398)
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & OTHER USES 36,398 - 1,662,064 7,795,950 369%6,133,886
EXCESS REVENUES OVER(UNDER) EXPENDITURES - - 8,435,745 (7,290,950) -186%(15,726,695)
FUND BALANCE, BEGINNING - - - 8,435,745 100%8,435,745
FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - 8,435,745 1,144,795 -86%(7,290,950)
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds - - 8,435,745 1,144,795 -86%(7,290,950)
UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE, ENDING - - - - 0%-
Restricted/Assigned/Committed Funds
C Cash/CD's 410 10110 00 000 - - 8,435,745 1,144,795 -86%(7,290,950)
0%-
0%-
0%-
0%-
TOTAL RESTRICTED/ASSIGNED/COMMITTED FUNDS - - 8,435,745 1,144,795 -86%(7,290,950)
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FFUUNNDD OOVVEERRVVIIEEWW
WWEESSTTLLAAKKEE AACCAADDEEMMYY EEXXPPAANNSSIIOONN FFUUNNDD
Bond Proceeds of $8.5M were received in FY12/13. These proceeds will be used to fund
construction of three new buildings at Westlake Academy;
• Cafetorium – includes stage, dressing area, storage and catering kitchen for dining and
general purposes; approximately 9,600 sf.
• Three story Secondary School - includes 15 classrooms, flex and office space; will be
designed to allow for future addition if needed; approximately18,900 sf.
• Field-house - will be used to house locker rooms that are used for both athletics and PE; a
visiting team locker room; storage for equipment; offices and space to be used for the PE
program; approximately 9,600 sf.
Revenues and Transfers In
• FY13/14 proposed revenues are $505,000
o investment earnings $5,000
o transfers in from General Fund $500,000
Expenditures
• FY 13/14 proposed expenditures are $7,795,950
Fund Balance
• FY 13/14 ending fund balance is projected to be $1,144,795
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Actuals Estimated Proposed 5 YEAR
Description 2003 - 2012 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 TOTALS TOTALS
Revenues and Other Sources
Contributions - 1,225,000 - - - - - - 1,225,000
Interest Earned - 5,000 5,000 - - - - - 10,000
Transfer in from GF 36,398 - 500,000 - - - - - 536,398
Other Sources - Note Payable - 366,774 - - - - - - 366,774
Other Sources - Bond Proceeds - 8,501,035 - - - - - - 8,501,035
Total Revenues and Other Sources 36,398$ 10,097,809$ 505,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 10,639,207$
Capital Project Detail
Engineering 4,940 50,000 45,060 - - - - - 100,000
Design Fees 31,458 200,000 198,600 19,942 - - - 19,942 450,000
Misc. Legal - 1,600 - - - - - - 1,600
Contingency - - 115,200 - - - - - 115,200
Utility Relocations (W/S/E)- 47,205 - - - - - - 47,205
Advertising - 525 - - - - - - 525
Audio Visual - 3,750 - - - - - - 3,750
Courier Service - 425 - - - - - - 425
Misc. Expense - 3,450 - - - - - - 3,450
Construction Expense - 937,300 6,962,881 1,050,000 - - - 1,050,000 8,950,181
Furniture & Fixtures - 6,270 474,209 - - - - - 480,479
Transfer Out to GF - 36,398 - - - - - - 36,398
Portable Buildings - 375,141 - - - - - - 375,141
Total Capital Projects 36,398$ 1,662,064$ 7,795,950$ 1,069,942$ -$ -$ -$ 1,069,942$ 10,564,355$
NET -$ 8,435,745$ (7,290,950)$ (1,069,942)$ -$ -$ -$ (1,069,942)$ 74,852$
5 Year Projection
Projection
Westlake Academy Expansion Fund
85
Project Description:
Totals Thru Estimated Project
EXPENDITURE TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Engineering 43215 4,940 50,000 45,060 - - - - 100,000
Construction 46195 - 900,902 6,962,881 1,050,000 - - - 8,913,783
FF&E 47415 - 99,623 474,209 - - - - 573,832
Design 43248 31,458 200,000 198,600 19,942 - - - 450,000
Contingency 43520 - - 115,200 - - - - 115,200
Portables 73000 - 375,141 - - - - - 375,141
Transfers Out - 36,398 - - - - - 36,398
EXPENDITURES TOTAL 36,398 1,662,064 7,795,950 1,069,942 - - - 10,564,355
Totals Thru Estimated Project
FUNDING TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Cash/Transfers 36,398 - 500,000 - - - - 536,398
Contributions/Grants - 1,000,000 - - - - - 1,000,000
BB&P Master Plan Correction 225,000 - - - - - 225,000
BB&P Note Payable 366,774 - - - - - 366,774
Bond Proceeds $8.5M - 8,501,035 - - - - - 8,501,035
Interest Earned - 5,000 5,000 - - - - 10,000
FUNDING TOTAL 36,398 10,097,809 505,000 - - - - 10,639,207
Totals Thru Estimated Project
IMPACT TYPE FY 11/12 FY 12/13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 Total
Supplies - - 10,000 10,600 11,236 11,910 12,625 56,371
Services - - 5,000 5,300 5,618 5,955 6,312 28,185
Insurance - - - 1,000 1,060 1,124 1,191 4,375
Repair & Maintenance - - 8,000 8,480 8,989 9,528 10,100 45,097
Rent & Utilities - - - 20,000 20,600 21,200 22,472 84,272
Misc - - 10,000 10,600 11,236 11,910 12,625 56,371
OPERATING IMPACT - - 33,000 55,980 58,739 61,627 65,325 274,671
PROJECT FUNDING
5 Year Projection
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET (ACADEMY)
5 Year Projection
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Westlake Academy - Phase I Expansion
This project consists of the construction of three buildings: 1) Multi-purpose
hall, portable stage, storage and catering kitchen for dining and general
purposes at approx. 8,600 sf. 2) Three story Secondary School at apprx.
19,400 sf. Includes 12 classrooms, flex and office space. Designed to
allow for future addition if needed. 3) Fieldhouse at approx. 8,600 sf. which
will house locker rooms to be used for both athletics and PE, storage for
equipment, offices, classrooms and space to be used for the PE program.
PROJECT EXPENSE
5 Year Projection
86
FIVE YEAR FORECAST NARRATIVE
The Long-Range Financial Forecast takes a forward look at the Town’s General Government
(General, Debt Service and Capital / Street Maintenance funds) revenues and expenditures. Its
purpose is to identify financial trends, shortfalls, and issues so the Town can proactively address
them. It does so by projecting out into the future the fiscal results of continuing the Town’s
current service levels and policies, providing a snapshot of what the future will look like as a result
of the decisions made in the recent past. The Long-Range Financial Forecast is not intended as
a budget, or as a proposed plan. Instead, it sets the stage for the budget process, facilitating
both Council and staff in establishing priorities and allocating resources appropriately.
GOALS OF LONG-RANGE PLANNING
To maximize the benefit of long-range planning, Council established the following goals:
• Sustain existing programs at high service levels.
• Maintain a healthy General Fund balance of at least 90 operating days annually.
• Maintain competitive employee compensation within 3% of the median for the market.
• Provide adequate and stable funding for street and facility maintenance projects.
The Long-Range Financial Forecast is
based on assumptions regarding what
will happen in the regional and state
economy over the next five years, and
on near-term and long-term revenue
and expenditure drivers.
It is important to keep in mind the
purpose of a forecast is to get a
general picture of what the
organization’s financial condition over time could be, based upon conservative assumptions.
The term “conservative” used in the context of financial forecasting means revenues are
forecast at low growth levels or even at a decline (depending on the revenue source).
Expenditures, while not necessarily being forecast as declining, are generally forecast with a 2-
3% escalation rate, depending on inflation. Forecasts generally have at least one scenario
where all that is assumed on expenditures is the current level of service and perhaps some
growth in salary/wage expenses. The Council can, if they wish, ask that certain service level
adjustments, whether it is service expansion or reduction, be included as alternate scenarios,
particularly if it appears that revenues will not cover expenditures in the out years of the forecast.
It is also important to remember, since the purpose of the forecast is to get an idea, based on
conservative assumptions, as to the Town’s financial condition during the five (5) year planning
period, that the forecast is showing that the Town will have available funds for additional debt
service as well as building a fund balance for future capital and major maintenance and
replacement. This is the reason forecasting is a good tool, as it gives the Council time to
strategize as to course we may want to make financially, both in the short and long term.
Finally, it is important to remember the criticality that economic conditions play in forecasting,
particularly as it relates to sales tax, which can be a volatile revenue source. If economic
conditions improve, sales tax receipts are affected (usually positively) as well as building permit
revenue.
Key Revenue Drivers Key Expenditure Drivers
Tax Rate Overtime Costs
Net Taxable Value Operating Supplies
Sales Tax Apparatus & Tools
Mixed Beverage Tax Motor Vehicle Fuel
Franchise Fees Maintenance
Licenses & Permits Travel, Training & Dues
Charges for Services Utility Costs
Intergovernmental Revenues Professional Services
Fines & Forfeitures Insurance Costs
Interest Income Fleet/Capital Equipment Replacements
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST NARRATIVE
FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS - FY 2013-2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
The five year financial forecast is based upon the following assumptions:
REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES:
• General Fund
o Sales tax revenue is budgeted at a 9% increase
The Town’s economic development funds appear to be stabilizing at
approximately $35,000/monthly of which 50% must be returned.
One-time revenues and audit receipts have been conservatively estimated at
$100,000 each. In prior years these two numbers have been anywhere from
$100,000 to $1,000,000 combined; therefore, because of the uncertainly of the
funds, we are conservative with these estimates.
On-going sales tax receipts are forecasted to increase by approximately 14%
from FY 2012-2013 based on the prior years’ trending.
Includes the Property Tax Reduction portion of the Sales tax receipts
o Property tax revenue is estimated at $1,189,825 based on Certified Tax Roll and M&O
proposed tax rate of $.13888 per $100 of valuation.
o No new gas well revenue is projected
o No additional one-time revenues related to economic development agreements are
anticipated to be received
o Building permits/inspection/plan review fees are increased by 11% due primarily to the
Entrada and Granada developments
o Based on current year receipts, franchise fees are only budgeted at a 1% increase
EXPENDITURES AND OTHER FINANCING USES:
• General Fund
o Payroll and Related expenditures increased approximately 15%:
This increase includes $115,000 market pay increase (inclusive of taxes and
insurance) for work force attraction and retention and is the second year of a 2
year program.
This increase also includes $202K in personnel changes; addition of one
full time Lieutenant; addition of one full time HR Generalist; change part time
utility billing clerk to a full time position; elimination of part-time HR clerk
position.
o Operating Expenditures increased approximately 24%:
Keller Police Contract $40,541
Building Inspections $55,550
Comprehensive Plan update $338,950
o Transfer out increased by $566K
Transfer supplemental funds ($566K) to Debt Service Fund for debt payments in
excess of Sales taxes received in 4B Economic Development Fund
Town continues to transfer $550K to the General Maintenance and
Replacement Fund
• Visitors Association Fund – Total expenditures and other uses increased by .09%
• Utility Fund - Total expenses and other uses increased 54% and is composed primarily of
$1.346M relating to the construction of a ground storage tank.
• CIP – Based on adopted CIP
• All Funds - Includes all adopted maintenance projects and equipment replacement to
maintain current level of service
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST NARRATIVE
FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS - FY 2014-2015 AND BEYOND PROJECTION
REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING SOURCES:
• Sales tax revenue - increase 3% annually
• Property tax revenue – currently increased only 2% for current evaluation
o Estimate 4-5 homes in Granada for FY 2014-15 and 15-20 in subsequent years (average
home value of $1.2M)
o Approximately $10M in expected appraised value in FY 2014-15 for Entrada and
increasing to $50M in subsequent years through FY 2022-23.
• Other revenue - increase 2% annually
• Building permits/inspection/plan review fees are currently only increased by 2%. Even with
the additional housing starts related to Granada and Entrada these fees will not increase
substantially due to the size of the homes (projected to be approximated $1.2M vs larger
homes in the past)
EXPENDITURES AND OTHER FINANCING USES:
• Includes all adopted maintenance projects and equipment replacement to maintain
current level of service
• Salary and wages increase by 2% after second phase of market adjustment in FY 2013-14
• Includes 5-year personnel forecast
• Includes capital projects impact to operating budget
• Includes anticipated debt payments based on adopted CIP
• Includes 5-year technology plan
• Other expenditures increase by 3% (excluding any one-time expenditures)
• Annual debt payments are transferred from Utility Fund to Debt Service Fund for the
repayment of the $1M bond issuance in FY 2012-13
• CIP based on adopted CIP
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
GENERAL FUND 100
Sales Tax (ongoing 100% minus one time)3.0%3,223,648 3,725,000 4,200,000 4,326,000 4,455,780 4,589,453 4,727,137 4,868,951
Sales Tax (audit/one-time)0.0%433,626 400,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Sales Tax Allocation to 4B linked (914,319) (1,031,250) (1,100,000) (1,131,500) (1,163,945) (1,197,363) (1,231,784) (1,267,238)
Sales Tax Allocation to ED 3.0%(208,181) (210,000) (150,000) (154,500) (159,135) (163,909) (168,826) (173,891)
Sales Tax Subtotal 2,534,774 2,883,750 3,150,000 3,240,000 3,332,700 3,428,181 3,526,526 3,627,822
Property Tax 2.0%1,271,975 1,225,000 1,189,825 1,213,621 1,237,894 1,262,651 1,287,905 1,313,663
Estimated Additional Property Tax - Entrada/Granada 7,000 50,000 150,000 260,000 360,000
Property Tax Subtotal 1,271,975 1,225,000 1,189,825 1,220,621 1,287,894 1,412,651 1,547,905 1,673,663
Beverage Tax 2.0%38,286 49,000 50,000 51,000 52,020 53,060 54,122 55,204
Franchise Fees 2.0%664,991 643,950 650,388 663,396 676,664 690,197 704,001 718,081
Permits and Fees 2.0%598,395 717,860 786,000 801,720 817,754 834,109 850,792 867,808
Fines & Forfeitures 2.0%622,337 560,000 570,000 581,400 593,028 604,888 616,986 629,326
Interest 2.0%11,595 8,670 8,670 8,843 9,020 9,201 9,385 9,572
Donations 2.0%520 - - - - - - -
Misc Income 2.0%80,933 61,552 51,759 52,794 53,850 54,927 56,025 57,146
Contributions 0.0%325,000 11,094 - - - - - -
Other Revenues 2,342,057 2,052,126 2,116,816 2,159,153 2,202,336 2,246,382 2,291,310 2,337,136
Transfer In - UF 500 Impact linked 45,507 37,500 37,500 38,250 39,015 39,795 40,591 41,403
Transfer In - UF (IF loan repymt of $500K plus interest )- - 256,245 256,245 - - -
Transfer In - WAE 412 0.0%- 36,398 - - - - - -
Transfer In - VA 220 Dept 22 3.0%8,350 9,019 13,020 13,411 13,813 14,227 14,654 15,094
Transfers In 53,857 82,917 50,520 307,906 309,073 54,023 55,245 56,497
Total Revenues & Transfers In 6,202,663 6,243,793 6,507,161 6,927,679 7,132,002 7,141,237 7,420,986 7,695,118
Payroll Salaries 2.0%(1,975,441) (2,047,481) (2,224,745) (2,386,540) (2,434,271) (2,482,956) (2,532,616) (2,583,268)
Payroll Market Increases (inc. taxes, etc)2.0%- - (115,000) - - - - -
Payroll Insurance (Health/Dental/Life)1.0%(265,344) (275,023) (325,884) (329,143) (332,435) (335,759) (339,117) (342,508)
Payroll Taxes (SSM/WC/TWC)1.0%(166,802) (184,339) (209,783) (211,881) (213,999) (216,139) (218,301) (220,484)
Payroll Retirement (TMRS/ICMA)1.0%(161,635) (166,101) (193,291) (195,224) (197,176) (199,148) (201,140) (203,151)
Payroll Transfers In 3.0%507,033 529,037 607,660 625,890 644,667 664,007 683,927 704,445
Personnel Forecast PR Xfr In - UF 500 - - - - - 31,880 32,836 33,821
Five-Year Personnel Forecast - - - (104,639) (196,892) (358,361) (369,112) (380,185)
Total Payroll and Related (2,062,189) (2,143,907) (2,461,043) (2,601,537) (2,730,107) (2,896,477) (2,943,521) (2,991,329)
1 Supplies 3.0%(145,819) (158,745) (231,571) (238,517.83) (245,673) (253,044) (260,635) (268,454)
2 Service 3.0%(1,462,783) (1,590,242) (2,013,162) (1,669,806) (1,719,901) (1,771,498) (1,824,642) (1,879,382)
3 Insurance 3.0%(22,588) (28,530) (30,520) (31,435) (32,378) (33,350) (34,350) (35,381)
4 R&M 3.0%(100,677) (120,247) (123,262) (126,960) (130,769) (134,692) (138,732) (142,894)
5 Rent & Utilities 3.0%(279,804) (286,962) (299,812) (308,806) (318,071) (327,613) (337,441) (347,564)
Total Operating Expenditures (2,011,672) (2,184,726) (2,698,326) (2,375,526) (2,446,791) (2,520,195) (2,595,801) (2,673,675)
Capital Outlay 3.0%(188,786) (29,200) (31,700) (32,651) (33,631) (34,639) (35,679) (36,749)
Funded/Proposed Capital Projects Impact to Operations - - - (128,533) (133,605) (174,020) (208,542) (212,713)
IT Forecast - - - (47,500) (54,000) (56,500) (55,500) (60,000)
Total Capital (188,786) (29,200) (31,700) (208,684) (221,236) (265,159) (299,721) (309,462)
Transfer Out - ED 210 (35,758) (35,758) (35,758) (35,758) (35,758) - - -
Transfer Out - GMR 600 fixed (530,000) (550,000) (550,000) (550,000) (550,000) (500,000) (500,000) (500,000)
Transfer Out- WA (K-5 Westlake reserve slots)- - - (300,000) (300,000) (300,000) (300,000) (300,000)
Transfer Out - DS (Debt for Academy Exp $8.5M) - - - (453,671) (450,182) (451,120) (447,541) (448,392)
linked (278,330) (64,059) (630,773) (245,343) (238,786) (351,887) (325,841) (282,563)
Transfer Out - $2.5 M (20 years)(183,000) (183,000) (183,000) (183,000) (183,000)
Transfers Out - Operating (844,088) (649,817) (1,216,531) (1,767,772) (1,757,726) (1,786,007) (1,756,382) (1,713,955)
Transfer Out - CP 410 linked (36,398) - - (131,135) (275,000) - - -
Transfer Out - UF (interfund loan / grnd storage tank)- (500,000) - - - - - -
Transfer Out - WAE 412 - - (500,000) - - - - -
Transfers Out - Non Operating (36,398) (500,000) (500,000) (131,135) (275,000) - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (5,143,134) (5,507,650) (6,907,600) (7,084,654) (7,430,859) (7,467,839) (7,595,425) (7,688,421)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 1,059,529 736,143 (400,439) (156,974) (298,857) (326,601) (174,438) 6,697
Beginning Fund Balance 3,323,861 4,383,390 5,119,533 4,719,094 4,562,119 4,263,262 3,936,661 3,762,222
Ending Fund Balance 4,383,390 5,119,533 4,719,094 4,562,119 4,263,262 3,936,661 3,762,222 3,768,919
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 2.0%242,710 250,388 258,462 263,631 268,904 274,282 279,768 285,363
Unassigned Ending Balance 4,140,680 4,869,145 4,460,632 4,298,488 3,994,358 3,662,379 3,482,455 3,483,557
Operating Days 296 355 254 226 204 179 167 165
DESCRIPTION
Transfer Out - DS 300 (Including 5-year CIP)
90
TOWN OF WESTLAKE 9/9/2013
FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
DESCRIPTION
DEBT SERVICE FUND 300
Property Tax 170,094 130,792 153,868 154,704 154,503 154,475 154,625 154,575
Bond Proceeds Issue 2011 GORB 7,375,000 - - - - - - -
Bond Premium Issue 2011 GORB 424,196 - - - - - - -
Misc Revenue - 3,609 - - - - - -
Transfer in - GF 100- including 5-year CIP 278,330 64,059 630,773 245,343 238,786 351,887 325,841 282,563
Transfer in - GF 100 - Phase I - - - 453,671 450,182 451,120 447,541 448,392
Transfer in - UF 500 (Storage Tank)linked - - 53,385 53,373 52,962 53,073 52,652 52,752
Transfer In - VA 220 linked to VA Fund linked 182,396 182,143 151,700 164,450 142,250 169,950 162,400 169,463
Transfer In - 4B 200 linked to 4B Fund linked 1,004,360 1,210,134 1,100,500 1,157,000 1,189,445 1,222,863 1,257,284 1,292,738
Total Revenues & Transfers In 9,434,376 1,590,736 2,090,226 2,228,541 2,228,127 2,403,369 2,400,344 2,400,482
0 Bank Service Charge (1,130) - - - - - - -
2 DS Principal - Issue 2002 CO Phase I (295,000) (315,000) (330,000) - - - - -
2 DS Interest - Issue 2002 CO (167,638) (41,925) (21,450) - - - - -
Bank Charge - 2002 CO - (530) (530) - - - - -
3 DS Principal - Issue 2003 CO Phase II (165,000) (170,000) (175,000) (185,000) (190,000) - - -
3 DS Interest - Issue 2003 CO (185,019) (103,701) (97,411) (90,630) (83,230) (75,250) (75,250) (75,250)
7 DS Principal - Issue 2007 GORB Refunding (25,000) (25,000) (35,000) (35,000) (410,000) (425,000) (40,000) (40,000)
7 DS Interest - Issue 2007 GORB (296,545) (295,545) (294,608) (293,295) (291,983) (276,608) (259,608) (258,008)
7 Bank Charge - 2007 GORB - (300) - (309) (309) (309) (309) (309)
8 DS Principal - Issue 2008 GO A&S (95,000) - - - - - - -
8 DS Interest - Issue 2008 GO (87,396) (41,805) - - - - - -
11 DS Principal - Issue 2011 GORB Refunding - (100,000) (100,000) (440,000) (100,000) (275,000) (700,000) (715,000)
11 DS Interest - Issue 2011 GORB (147,658) (225,200) (223,200) (217,800) (212,400) (207,275) (192,650) (171,425)
11 Bond Issue Cost 2011 GORB (148,891) - -
11 Bond Issue Cost 2011 GORB (7,650,305) - -
11 Bank Charge - 2011 GORB - (300) (300) (309) (309) (309) (309) (309)
11 DS Principal - Issue 2011 CO Taxes (88,000) (90,000) (93,000) (97,000) (100,000) (75,000) (79,000) (83,000)
11 DS Interest - Issue 2011 CO (66,642) (63,749) (60,791) (57,704) (54,503) (79,475) (75,625) (71,575)
11 Bank Charge - 2011 CO - - (77) - - - - -
13 DS Principal - Issue 2013 GORB Ref 2008 (A&S)- (120,000) (105,000) (120,000) (100,000) (130,000) (125,000) (135,000)
13 DS Interest - Issue 2013 GORB - (20,339) (46,700) (44,450) (42,250) (39,950) (37,400) (34,463)
13 DS Principal - Issue 2013 CO -Academy Expansion $8.5M - - (89,474) (174,474) (174,474) (178,947) (178,947) (183,421)
13 DS Interest - Issue 2013 CO -Academy Expansion - - (364,300) (279,197) (275,708) (272,173) (268,594) (264,971)
DS Principal - Issue 2013 CO Ground Storage Tank $1.0M - - (10,526) (20,526) (20,526) (21,053) (21,053) (21,579)
DS Interest - Issue 2013 CO Ground Storage Tank - - (42,859) (32,847) (32,436) (32,020) (31,599) (31,173)
2014-15 CO - ($66K/$1M) $2.1M (5-year CIP)Trails/Roads - - - (140,000) (140,000) (140,000) (140,000) (140,000)
2016-17 CO $2.6M (5-year CIP)Trails/Roads - - - (175,000) (175,000) (175,000)
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (9,419,224) (1,613,393) (2,090,226) (2,228,541) (2,228,127) (2,403,369) (2,400,344) (2,400,482)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 15,153 (22,657)0 0 0 0 0 0
Beginning Fund Balance 7,504 22,657 (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)
Ending Fund Balance 22,657 (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)
Restricted/Committed/Assigned - - - - - - - -
Unassigned Ending Balance 22,657 (0.00) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0) (0)
ref 2011 CO
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE 9/9/2013
FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
DESCRIPTION
UTILITY FUND 500
Water/Sewer/Waste Revenues 2.0%2,859,659 2,646,850 2,646,850 2,699,787 2,753,783 2,808,858 2,865,036 2,922,336
Water/Sewer Tap Fees 2.0%27,415 23,250 23,250 23,715 24,189 24,673 25,167 25,670
Fort Worth Impact Fees 2.0%45,507 37,500 37,500 38,250 39,015 39,795 40,591 41,403
Misc Income 2.0%87,040 192,004 192,004 195,844 199,761 203,756 207,831 211,988
Interest 2.0%9,717 6,000 6,000 6,120 6,242 6,367 6,495 6,624
Contributions 0.0%24,423 - - - - - - -
Bond Proceeds (Ground Storage Tank)2.0%- 1,000,000 - - - - - -
Transfers In from GF (Ground Storage Tank)- 500,000 - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 3,053,761 4,405,604 2,905,604 2,963,716 3,022,990 3,083,450 3,145,119 3,208,022
Expenditures 3.0%(1,282,967) (822,618) (804,078) (828,200) (853,046) (878,638) (904,997) (932,147)
Water Purchases 3.0%(980,212) (1,110,600) (1,110,600) (1,143,918) (1,178,236) (1,213,583) (1,249,990) (1,287,490)
Debt Service (Hillwood)3.0%(88,125) (73,000) (73,000) (75,190) (77,446) (79,769) (82,162) (84,627)
Debt Service (Keller OH Storage)ends fy2020 linked (34,956) (118,212) (118,212) (119,462) (118,949) (119,879) (120,538) (120,936)
Payroll Transfers to GF new acct 3.0%(253,673) (273,812) (321,554) (331,200) (341,136) (351,370) (361,911) (372,769)
Personnel Forecast PR Xfr Out - GF100 linked - - - - - (31,880) (32,836) (33,821)
Funded/Proposed Capital Projects Impact to Operations - - (500) (530) (545) (560)
Transfer Out - UMR 510 fixed (50,000) (50,000) (50,000) (200,000) (200,000) (200,000) (200,000) (200,000)
Transfer Out - GF 100 Impact Fees linked (45,507) (37,500) (37,500) (38,250) (39,015) (39,795) (40,591) (41,403)
Transfer Out to GF (Interfund loan)- (256,245) (256,245) - - -
Water Meter Automation 0.0%59,462 - - - - - - -
N1 Sewer Line Transfer 0.0%- - (82,967) - - - - -
N1 Sewer Line Xfr I&I Rep 0.0%(135,654) (75,004) - - - - - -
SC Hills Waterline Phase 1 0.0%245,324 - - - - - - -
Ground Storage Tank 0.0%(3,088) (58,000) (1,438,913)
SC Hills Waterline Phase 2 0.0%- (42,420) -
Xfr Out to DS - Storage Tank $1M linked - - (53,385) (53,373) (52,962) (53,073) (52,652) (52,752)
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (2,569,395) (2,661,167) (4,090,209) (3,045,839) (3,117,535) (2,968,517) (3,046,223) (3,126,505)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 484,366 1,744,438 (1,184,605) (82,122) (94,545) 114,934 98,897 81,517
Beginning Fund Balance 4,516,756 5,001,122 6,745,560 5,560,955 5,478,832 5,384,288 5,499,221 5,598,118
Ending Fund Balance 5,001,122 6,745,560 5,560,955 5,478,832 5,384,288 5,499,221 5,598,118 5,679,635
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 2.0%149,040 159,802 161,400 164,628 167,921 171,279 174,705 178,199
Unassigned Ending Balance 4,852,082 6,585,758 5,399,555 5,314,204 5,216,367 5,327,942 5,423,413 5,501,436
Total Operating Expenditures 2,639,932 2,398,242 2,427,444 2,497,971 2,568,813 2,675,118 2,752,434 2,831,790
Operating Days 671 1,002 812 777 741 727 719 709
UTILITY - MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT FUND 510
Revenues 1.0%190 125 125 126 128 129 130 131
Transfers In - UF 500 linked 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Total Revenues & Transfers In 50,190 50,125 50,125 200,126 200,128 200,129 200,130 200,131
Expenditures - (81,680) (88,000) (185,000) (165,000) (175,000) - -
Transfers Out - - - - - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out - (81,680) (88,000) (185,000) (165,000) (175,000) - -
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 50,190 (31,555) (37,875) 15,126 35,128 25,129 200,130 200,131
Beginning Fund Balance 42,640 92,829 61,274 23,399 38,526 73,653 98,782 298,912
Ending Fund Balance 92,829 61,274 23,399 38,526 73,653 98,782 298,912 499,043
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 92,829 61,274 23,399 38,526 73,653 98,782 298,912 499,043
Assigned Ending Balance (projected)- - - - - - - -
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
DESCRIPTION
CAPITAL PROJECT FUND 410
FM1938 Streetscape/Wayfinding - 82,020 240,000 172,000 - - - -
Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal - - 16,500 - - - - -
Contributions 114/170 Enhance - 149,625 - - - - - -
Contributions - TSH Proceeds 400,000 - - - - - - -
Interest Income 12,545 7,400 7,400 - - - - -
Misc Revenue 8,004 - - - - - - -
Transfer in from GF linked - - - 131,135 275,000 - - -
Other Sources - Bond Proceeds - - - 2,100,000 - 2,600,000 - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 420,549 239,045 263,900 2,403,135 275,000 2,600,000 - -
Westlake Portion of Hillwood Projects (94,908) (1,030,442) - - - - - -
TSH Donation Expense to WA Foundation (400,000) - - - - - - -
Streets Survey (19,880) - - - - - - -
SH 114/Hwy 170 Enhancements - (345,460) (390,940) (336,000) - - - -
Stagecoach Hills Street Reconstruction & Drainage (406,706) (84,974) - - - - - -
N. Roanoke Road Reconstruction & Drainage (157,385) (1,248) - - - - - -
S. Roanoke Road Reconstruction & Drainage - - - (453,000) - - - -
Sam School Road Reconstruction & Drainage - - - (216,000) - - - -
E. Dove Road Reconstruction & Drainage (Vaq - TB)- - - (509,945) - - - -
FM 1938 Streetscape/Wayfinding (345,199) (183,335) (1,133,544) (739,100) (253,100) - - -
Trail Connection at 114/Solana - - (15,000) (10,000) (15,450) - - -
WA North Driveway Lighting - (40,000) - - - - - -
Hwy 377 Westport Parkway Signal (50,000) (28,650) - - - - - -
Glenwyck Farms Park Improvement - - - (250,000) - - - -
Trail - Fidelity Campus/Wprkwy - - - (270,600) - - - -
Trail - WA to Cemetery - - - - - - (276,100) -
Trail - Dove/Pearson/Aspen - - - - - (273,600) - -
WA West Parking Improvements - - (200,000) - - - - -
Outdoor Warning System - - (99,000) - - - - -
HWY 377 Landscape Improvements - - - - - - (700,000) -
Ottinger Road - Creek Bridge - - - - - (330,000) - -
Ottinger Road Recon/Drain - - - - - - (572,710) -
Wyck Hill Resurface - - - - - (54,450) - -
Pearson Lane Recon/Drain - - - - - (381,250) - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (1,474,077) (1,714,109) (1,838,484) (2,784,645) (268,550) (1,039,300) (1,548,810) -
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO (1,053,529) (1,475,064) (1,574,584) (381,510) 6,450 1,560,700 (1,548,810) -
Beginning Fund Balance 4,634,332 3,580,803 2,105,739 531,155 149,645 156,095 1,716,795 167,985
Ending Fund Balance 3,580,803 2,105,739 531,155 149,645 156,095 1,716,795 167,985 167,985
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 3,580,803 2,105,739 531,155 149,645 156,095 1,716,795 167,985 167,985
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
WESTLAKE ACADEMY EXPANSION
Revenues - 1,230,000 5,000 - - - - -
Transfers In 36,398 - 500,000 - - - - -
Other Sources (Note Payable)- 366,774 - - - - - -
Bond Proceeds - 8,501,035 - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 36,398 10,097,809 505,000 - - - - -
Expenditures (36,398) (1,250,525) (7,795,950) (1,069,942) - - - -
Portable Building - (375,141) - - - - - -
Transfers Out - (36,398) - - - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (36,398) (1,662,064) (7,795,950) (1,069,942) - - - -
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO - 8,435,745 (7,290,950) (1,069,942) - - - -
Beginning Fund Balance - - 8,435,745 1,144,795 74,853 74,853 74,853 74,853
Ending Fund Balance - 8,435,745 1,144,795 74,853 74,853 74,853 74,853 74,853
Restricted Funds - - - - - - - -
Unassigned Ending Balance (projected)- 8,435,745 1,144,795 74,853 74,853 74,853 74,853 74,853
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
DESCRIPTION
GENERAL- MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT FUND 600
Revenues 1.0%2,465 10,000 1,750 1,768 1,785 1,803 1,821 1,839
Transfers In - GF 100 linked 530,000 550,000 550,000 550,000 550,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Total Revenues & Transfers In 532,465 560,000 551,750 551,768 551,785 501,803 501,821 501,839
Expenditures (343,585) (275,359) (519,726) (121,000) (143,500) (1,566,000) (198,500) (250,000)
Transfers Out - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (343,585) (275,359) (519,726) (121,000) (143,500) (1,566,000) (198,500) (250,000)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 188,880 284,641 32,024 430,768 408,285 (1,064,197) 303,321 251,839
Beginning Fund Balance 691,535 880,415 1,165,056 1,197,080 1,627,847 2,036,132 971,935 1,275,257
Ending Fund Balance 880,415 1,165,056 1,197,080 1,627,847 2,036,132 971,935 1,275,257 1,527,096
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 880,415 1,165,056 1,197,080 1,627,847 2,036,132 971,935 1,275,257 1,527,096
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
VISITOR ASSOCIATION FUND 220
Hotel Tax 2.0%590,853 700,000 700,000 714,000 728,280 742,846 757,703 772,857
Other Revenues 2.0%16,878 21,550 21,550 21,981 22,421 22,869 23,326 23,793
Transfers In - GF for Debt Service - - - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 607,731 721,550 721,550 735,981 750,701 765,715 781,029 796,650
Expenditures 3.0%(220,380) (252,750) (248,945) (256,413) (264,106) (272,029) (280,190) (288,595)
Payroll Transfers to GF 3.0%(255,339) (255,225) (286,107) (294,690) (303,531) (312,637) (322,016) (331,676)
Transfer Out - GF 100 Dept 22 linked (8,350) (9,019) (13,020) (13,411) (13,813) (14,227) (14,654) (15,094)
Transfer Out - DS 300 Schedule (182,396) (182,143) (151,700) (164,450) (142,250) (169,950) (162,400) (169,463)
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (666,465) (699,137) (699,772) (728,964) (723,699) (768,843) (779,260) (804,828)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO (58,734) 22,413 21,778 7,017 27,001 (3,128) 1,769 (8,178)
Beginning Fund Balance 1,111,281 1,052,547 1,074,959 1,096,738 1,103,755 1,130,756 1,127,628 1,129,397
Ending Fund Balance 1,052,547 1,074,959 1,096,738 1,103,755 1,130,756 1,127,628 1,129,397 1,121,219
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 182,396 151,700 164,450 142,250 169,950 162,400 169,463 171,025
Unassigned Ending Balance 870,150 923,259 932,288 961,505 960,806 965,228 959,935 950,194
Operating Days 477 482 486 481 485 458 450 431
4B ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND 200
Sales tax (on-going)linked 569,319 931,250 1,087,500 1,131,500 1,163,945 1,197,363 1,231,784 1,267,238
Sales tax (one-time)fixed 345,000 100,000 12,500 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
Interest fixed 849 500 500 500 500 500 500 500
Transfers In - - - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 915,167 1,031,750 1,100,500 1,157,000 1,189,445 1,222,863 1,257,284 1,292,738
Expendures - - - - - - - -
Transfer Out (1,004,360) (1,210,134) (1,100,500) (1,157,000) (1,189,445) (1,222,863) (1,257,284) (1,292,738)
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (1,004,360) (1,210,134) (1,100,500) (1,157,000) (1,189,445) (1,222,863) (1,257,284) (1,292,738)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO (89,193) (178,384) - - - - - -
Beginning Fund Balance 267,577 178,384 - - - - - -
Ending Fund Balance 178,384 - - - - - - -
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 178,384 - - - - - - -
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND 210
General Sales Tax linked to GF alloc to linked 208,181 210,000 150,000 154,500 159,135 163,909 168,826 173,891
Transfers In End FY2016 fixed 35,758 35,758 35,758 35,758 35,758 - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 243,940 245,758 185,758 190,258 194,893 163,909 168,826 173,891
Expendures (243,940) (245,758) (185,758) (190,258) (194,893) (163,909) (168,826) (173,891)
Transfers Out - - - - - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (243,940) (245,758) (185,758) (190,258) (194,893) (163,909) (168,826) (173,891)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO - - - - - - - -
Beginning Fund Balance - - - - - - - -
Ending Fund Balance - - - - - - - -
Restricted/Committed/Assigned - - - - - - - -
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
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FIVE YEAR FORECAST
All Municipal Funds
REV 05
AUDITED ESTIMATED PROPOSED 1 2 3 4 5
FY 11-12 FY 12-13 FY 13-14 FY 14-15 FY 15-16 FY 16-17 FY 17-18 FY 18-19
DESCRIPTION
CEMETERY FUND 255
Revenues 2.0%4,671 6,060 6,060 6,181 6,305 6,431 6,560 6,691
Transfers In 2.0%- - - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 4,671 6,060 6,060 6,181 6,305 6,431 6,560 6,691
Expenditures 3.0%(6,281) (5,115) (11,440) (11,783) (12,137) (12,501) (12,876) (13,262)
Transfers Out 3.0%- - - - - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (6,281) (5,115) (11,440) (11,783) (12,137) (12,501) (12,876) (13,262)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO (1,610) 945 (5,380) (5,602) (5,832) (6,070) (6,316) (6,571)
Beginning Fund Balance 148,963 147,353 148,298 142,918 137,316 131,484 125,414 119,098
Ending Fund Balance 147,353 148,298 142,918 137,316 131,484 125,414 119,098 112,526
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 147,353 148,298 142,918 137,316 131,484 125,414 119,098 112,526
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
LONE STAR PUBLIC FUND 418
Revenues 3.0%45 45 45 46 48 49 51 52
Transfers In 3.0%- - - - - - - -
Total Revenues & Transfers In 45 45 45 46 48 49 51 52
Expenditures 3.0%- - - - - - - -
Transfers Out 3.0%- - - - - - - -
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out - - - - - - - -
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 45 45 45 46 48 49 51 52
Beginning Fund Balance 13,531 13,576 13,621 13,666 13,712 13,760 13,809 13,860
Ending Fund Balance 13,576 13,621 13,666 13,712 13,760 13,809 13,860 13,912
Restricted/Committed/Assigned 13,576 13,621 13,666 13,712 13,760 13,809 13,860 13,912
Unassigned Ending Balance - - - - - - - -
SUMMARY
Total Revenues & Transfers in 21,501,955 25,192,276 14,887,679 17,364,431 15,551,423 18,088,955 15,882,150 16,275,613
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out (20,906,859) (15,675,567) (25,327,665) (18,607,625) (15,473,745) (17,788,140) (17,007,547) (15,750,126)
NET R&TI Over(Under) E&TO 595,096 9,516,709 (10,439,986) (1,243,194) 77,678 300,815 (1,125,397) 525,487
14,757,979 15,353,075 24,869,784 14,429,798 13,186,604 13,264,282 13,565,098 12,439,701
15,353,075 24,869,784 14,429,798 13,186,605 13,264,282 13,565,098 12,439,701 12,965,187
5,467,506 4,055,878 2,492,530 2,537,555 3,017,898 3,534,696 2,499,045 2,955,149
Unassigned Ending Balance 9,885,569 20,813,906 11,937,269 10,649,050 10,246,384 10,030,402 9,940,655 10,010,039
Restricted/Committed/Assigned
Beginning Fund Balance
Ending Fund Balance
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Account: A separate
financial reporting unit for
budgeting, management,
or accounting purposes.
All budgetary transactions,
whether revenue or
expenditure, are recorded
in accounts.
Adopted Budget: The
budget as modified and
finally approved by the
Town Council. The
adopted budget is
authorized by resolution
that sets the legal
spending limits for the fiscal
year.
Accounts Payable: A
liability account reflecting
amount of open accounts
owed to private persons or
organizations for goods
and services received by a
government (but not
including amounts due to
other funds of the same
government or to other
governments).
Accounts Receivable: An
asset account reflecting
amounts owed to open
accounts from private
persons or organizations for
goods or services furnished
by the government.
Accrual Accounting:
Recognition of the
financial effects of
transactions, events, and
circumstances in the
period(s) when they occur
regardless of when the
cash is received or paid.
Activity: A service
performed by a
department or division.
Allocation: A part of a
lump-sum amount, which is
designated for
expenditure by specific
organization units and/or
for special purposes,
activities, or objects.
Amortization: Payment of
principal plus interest over
a fixed period of time.
Appropriation: An
authorization made by the
legislative body of a
government, which
permits officials to incur
obligations against and to
make expenditures of
governmental resources.
Specific appropriations are
usually made at the fund
level and are granted for a
one-year period.
Appropriation Ordinance:
The official enactment by
the legislative body
establishing the legal
authority for officials to
obligate and expend
resources.
Assets: Resources owned
or held by the Town which
has monetary value.
Audit: An examination,
usually by an official or a
private accounting firm
retained by the Town
Council, of organization
financial statements and
the utilization of resources.
Balance Sheet: The basic
financial statement, which
discloses the assets,
liability, and equities of an
entity at a specific date in
conformity with General
Accepted Accounting
Principles.
Balanced Budget: A
budget adopted by the
Town Council and
authorized by resolution
where the proposed
expenditures are equal to
or less than the proposed
revenues plus fund
balances.
Basis of Accounting: A
term used referring to
when revenue,
expenditures, expenses,
and transfers – and related
assets and liabilities – are
recognized in the
accounts and reported in
the Town’s financial
statements.
Bond: A written promise to
pay a specified sum of
money, called the face
sum of money, called the
principal amount, at a
specified date or dates in
the future, called the
maturity date(s), together
with periodic interest at a
specified rate.
Bond Covenant: A legally
enforceable agreement
with bondholders that
requires the governmental
agency selling the bond to
meet certain conditions in
the repayment of the
debt.
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Bond Ordinance: A law
approving the sale of
bonds that specifies how
proceeds may be spent.
Bond Funds: Resources
derived from issuance of
bonds for financing capital
improvements.
Budget: The Town's
financial plan for a specific
fiscal year that contains an
estimate of proposed
expenditures and the
proposed means of
financing them.
Budget Amendment: A
revision of the adopted
budget that, when
approved by the Council,
replaces the original
provision.
Budget Calendar:
Schedule of key dates
which the Town follows in
the preparation and
adoption of the budget.
Budget Document:
Instrument used by the
budget-making authority
to present a
comprehensive financial
plan of operations to the
Town Council.
Budgetary Control: The
control or management of
the organization in
accordance with an
approved budget for the
purpose of keeping
expenditures within the
limitations of available
appropriations and
revenues.
Capital Expenditures: Any
major non-recurring
expenditure or
expenditure for facilities,
including additions or
major alterations,
construction of highways
or utility lines, fixed
equipment, landscaping
or similar expenditures.
Cash Basis: A basis of
accounting under which
transactions are
recognized when cash
changes hand
Certificates of Obligations
(CO’s): Similar to general
obligation bonds except
certificates require no
voter approval.
Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report (CAFR):
This report summarizes
financial data for the
previous fiscal year in a
standardized format.
Contingency: A budgetary
reserve set aside for
emergencies or
unforeseen expenditures
not otherwise budgeted.
Contractual Services: The
costs related to services
performed for the Town by
individuals, businesses, or
utilities.
Cost: The amount of
money or other
consideration exchanged
for property or services.
Cost may be incurred
before money is paid; that
is, as soon as liability is
incurred.
Council: The Mayor and
five council members
collectively acting as the
legislative and
policymaking body of the
town
Current Assets: Those
assets which are available
or can be made readily
available to finance
current operations or to
pay current liabilities. Those
assets which will be used
up or converted into cash
within one year. Some
examples are cash,
temporary investments,
and accounts receivable
collected within one year.
Current Liabilities: Debt or
other legal obligation
arising out of transactions
in the past which must be
liquidated, renewed, or
refunded within one year.
Debt Service Fund: A fund
used to account for the
moneys set aside for the
payment of interest and
principal to holders of the
Town's general obligation
and revenue bonds, the
sale of which finances
long-term capital
improvements, such as
facilities, streets and
drainage, parks and
water/wastewater systems.
Deficit: The excess of
expenditures over
revenues during an
accounting period; or, in
the case of proprietary
funds, the excess of
expense over income
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during an accounting
period.
Department: A major
administrative division of
the Town that indicates
overall management
responsibility for an
operation or a group of
related operations within a
functional area.
Depreciation: Change in
the value of assets
(equipment, buildings, etc.
with a useful life of 5 years
or more) due to the use of
the asset.
EMS: Emergency Medical
Services
Encumbrances: The
commitment of
appropriated funds to
purchase an item or
service.
Enterprise Fund: A fund
established to account for
operations that are
financed and operated in
a manner similar to private
business enterprises –
where the intent of the
governing body is that the
costs of providing goods or
services to the general
public on a continuing
basis be financed or
recovered primarily
through user charges.
Excess Fund Balance: The
excess of a fund’s current
assets over its current
liabilities and required
reserve limits.
Exempt: Personnel not
eligible to receive
overtime pay and who are
expected to work
whatever hours are
necessary to complete
their job assignments.
Expenditures: Outflow or
non-enterprise funds paid
or to be paid for an asset
obtained or goods and
services obtained.
Expenses: Outflow of
enterprise funds paid or to
be paid for an asset
obtained or goods and
services obtained.
Fiscal Policy: The Town’s
policies with respond to
spending and debt
management as they
relate to government
services, programs, and
capital investments.
Reflect a set off principals
for the planning and
programming of
government budgets.
Fiscal Year: A 12-month
period to which the annual
operating budget applies
and at the end of which a
government determines its
financial position and the
result of its operations. The
Town of Westlake’s fiscal
year begins each October
1st and ends the following
September 30th.
Fixed Assets: Assets of a
long-term character,
which are intended to
continue to be held or
used, such as land,
buildings, improvements
other than buildings,
machinery, and
equipment.
Franchise Fee: A fee
levied by the Town Council
on businesses that use
Town property or right-of-
way. This fee is usually
charged as a percentage
of gross receipts.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE):
The measure of authorized
personnel often referred to
as worker-years. The full
time equivalent of 1
person (1 FTE)
approximately represents
2080 hours of work per
year.
Fund: A fiscal and
accounting entity with a
self-balancing set of
accounts recording cash
and other financial
resources, together with all
related liabilities and
residual equities or
balances, and changes
therein, which are
segregated for the
purpose of carrying on
specific activities or
attaining certain
objectives in accordance
with special regulations,
restrictions, or limitations.
Fund Accounting: A
governmental accounting
system that is organized
and operated on a fund
basis.
Fund Balance: The excess
of a fund's current assets
over its current liabilities,
sometimes called working
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capital or fund equity. A
negative fund balance is
often referred to as a
deficit.
GAAP-Generally
Accepted Accounting
Principles: Uniform
minimum standards and
guidelines for financial
accounting and reporting.
They govern the form and
content of the financial
statements of an entity.
GAAP encompass the
conventions, rules and
procedures necessary to
define accepted
accounting practice at a
particular time. They
include not only broad
guidelines of general
applications, but also
detailed practices and
procedures. GAAP
provide a standard by
which to measure financial
presentations.
GASB: Acronym for
Government Accounting
Standards Board, an
independent, non-profit
agency responsible for the
promulgation of
accounting and financial
reporting procedures for
governmental entities.
GFOA: Government
Finance Officers
Association of the United
States and Canada
General Fund: The fund
used to account for all
financial resources except
those required to be
accounted for in another
fund. The General Fund is
tax supported.
General Obligation Bonds:
Bonds sold and
guaranteed by the Town,
in which the full faith and
credit of the Town is
pledged for repayment.
Governmental Funds: The
funds through which most
governmental functions
typically are financed. The
acquisition, use, and
financial resources and the
related current liabilities
are accounted for through
governmental funds
(General, Special
Revenue, Capital Projects,
and Debt Service Funds).
Goal: Generalized
statements of where an
organization desires to be
at some future time with
regard to certain
operating elements (e.g.
financial condition, service
levels provided, etc.)
Grant: A contribution by a
government or other
organization to support a
particular function.
Typically, these
contributions are made to
local governments from
state or federal
governments.
Infrastructure: Basic public
investments such as streets,
storm drainage, water and
sewer lines, streetlights and
sidewalks.
Inter-fund transfer: The
transfer of money from one
fund to another.
Investments: Securities and
real estate held for the
production of revenues in
the form of interest,
dividends, rentals, or lease
payments.
L.F. (Linear feet): Length in
feet.
Lift Station: The Town’s
collection system relies on
gravity to collect water.
When the system gets to
an unreasonable depth, a
lift station pumps the water
to a higher elevation so
the gravity process can
begin again.
Line-item budget: A
budget format in which
departmental outlays are
grouped according to the
items that will be
purchased.
MGD: Million gallons per
day.
Maintenance: The upkeep
of physical properties in
condition for use or
occupancy. Examples are
the inspection of
equipment to detect
defects and the making of
repairs.
Modified Accrual
Accounting: This method
of accounting is a
combination of cash and
accrual accounting since
expenditures are
immediately incurred as a
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liability while revenues are
not recorded until they are
actually received or are
“Measurable” and
“available for
expenditure”. This type of
accounting basis is
conservative and is
recommended as the
standard for most
government funds.
Municipal: Of or
pertaining to a Town or its
government.
Non-departmental:
Accounts for expenditures
or professional services
and other general
government functions,
which cannot be
allocated to individual
departments.
Non-exempt: Personnel
eligible to receive
overtime pay when
overtime work has been
authorized or requested by
the supervisor.
Object Code: The
standard classification of
the expenditures such as
office supplies or rental of
equipment.
Objectives: Specific,
measurable targets set in
relation to goals.
Operating Budget: Plan for
current expenditures and
the proposed means of
financing them. The
annual operating budget
is the primary means by
which most of the
financing, acquisition,
spending, and service
delivery activities of the
Town are controlled. The
use of annual operating
budgets is required by
State law.
Operating Expenditure:
Expenditure on an existing
item of property or
equipment that is not a
capital expenditure.
Ordinance: An
authoritative command or
order. This term is used for
laws adopted by a
municipality.
Performance Measures:
Specific quantitative
measures of work
performed within an
activity or program. They
may also measure results
obtained through an
activity or program.
Personnel Services:
Expenditures for salaries,
wages and related fringe
benefits of Town
employees.
Prompt Payment Act:
Adopted in July, 1985 by
the State, the Act requires
the Town to pay for goods
and services within 30 days
of receipt of invoice or the
goods or services,
whichever comes later. If
this is not satisfied, the
Town may be charged
interest on the unpaid
balance at the rate of 1%
per month.
Property Tax Reduction
Sales Tax (PTR): ½ cent
sales tax approved by the
Town of Westlake voters in
May, 2006. Texas law
allowed the Town to
collect the new ½ cent
sales tax that does not
share the restrictive
spending limitations on
revenues designated to
the 4A Economic
Development Fund ½ cent
sales tax. 4A sales tax was
dissolved and replaced
with this sales tax.
Proposed Budget: The
financial plan initially
developed by
departments and
presented by the Town
Manger to the Town
Council for approval.
Proprietary Funds:
Operation that operates
like a private operation, in
which services are
financed through user
charges and expenditures
include the full cost of
operations.
Public Hearing: An open
meeting regarding
proposed operating or
capital budget allocations,
which provide citizens with
an opportunity to voice
their views on the merits of
the proposals.
PVC: Acronym for polyvinyl
chloride, a plastic
compound used for water
and sewer pipes.
Reserve: An account used
to indicate that a portion
of fund resources is
restricted for a specific
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purpose, or is not available
for appropriation and
subsequent spending.
Resolution: A formal
statement of opinion or
determination adopted by
an assembly or other
formal group.
Resources: Total dollars
available for
appropriations, including
estimated revenues, fund
transfers, and beginning
fund balances.
Retained Earnings: The
excess of total assets over
total liabilities for an
enterprise fund. Retained
earnings include both
short-term and long-term
assets and liabilities for an
enterprise fund.
Revenues: Funds that the
government receives as
income. It includes such
items a tax payment, fees
from specific services,
receipts from other
governments, fines for
forfeitures, grants, shared
revenues and interest
income.
ROW: Acronym for right-of-
way.
Sales Tax: A general “sales
tax” is levied on persons
and businesses selling
merchandise or services in
the town limits on a retail
basis. The categories for
taxation are defined by
state law. Monies
collected under
authorization of this tax are
for the use and benefit of
the town.
SCADA: Acronym that
stands for Supervisory
Control and Data
Acquisition. SCADA refers
to a system that collects
data from various sensors
at a remote location and
then sends this data to a
central computer which
then manages and
controls the data.
Special Revenue Fund: A
fund used to account for
the proceeds of specific
revenue sources that are
legally restricted to
expenditure for specified
purposes.
Supplies: A cost category
for minor items (individually
priced at less than $5,000)
required by departments
to conduct their
operations.
TMRS: Acronym for the
Texas Municipal
Retirement System, a
pension plan for
employees of member
cities within the State of
Texas.
TRA: Trinity River Authority –
A separate governmental
entity responsible for
providing water and
wastewater services in the
Trinity River basin. The
Town contracts with TRA
for treatment of
wastewater.
TXDOT: Texas Department
of Transportation
Transfer-In: Funds
expended in one fund and
received in other.
User Charges: The
payment of a fee for direct
receipt of a public service
by the party benefiting
from the service.
Working Capital: Budgeted
working capital is
calculated as a fund’s
current assets less current
liabilities and outstanding
encumbrances. Working
capital does not include
long-term assets or
liabilities. For budgetary
purposes, working capital,
rather than retained
earnings, is generally used
to reflect the available
resources of enterprise
funds.
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MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS
I. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The overall intent of the following Fiscal and Budgetary Policy Statements is to enable the
Town to achieve a long-term stable and positive financial condition. The watchwords of
the Town’s financial management include integrity, prudence, stewardship, planning,
accountability, and full disclosure.
The more specific purpose is to provide guidelines to the Town Manager and Finance
Director in planning and directing the Town’s day-to-day financial affairs and in
developing recommendations to the Town Manger and Town Council.
The scope of these policies generally span, among other issues, accounting, purchasing,
auditing, financial reporting, internal controls, operating and capital budgeting, revenue
management, cash and investment management, expenditure control, asset
management, debt management, and planning concepts, in order to:
A. Present fairly and with full disclosure the financial position and results of the financial
operations of the Town in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles
(GAAP), and
B. Determine and demonstrate compliance with finance related legal and contractual
issues in accordance with provisions of the Texas Local Government Code and other
pertinent legal documents and mandates.
The Town Council will annually review and approve the Fiscal and Budgetary Policy
Statements as part of the budget process.
II. SUMMARY OF POLICY INTENDED OUTCOMES
This policy framework mandates pursuit of the following fiscal objectives:
A. Operating Budget: Prepare, conservatively estimate revenues, present, and adopt the
Town’s annual operating plan.
B. Revenues Management: Design, maintain, and administer a revenue system that will
assure a reliable, equitable, diversified, and sufficient revenue stream to support desired
Town services.
C. Expenditure Control: Identify priority services, establish appropriate service levels, and
administer the expenditure of available resources to assure fiscal stability and the
effective and efficient delivery of services.
D. Fund Balance/Retained Earnings: Maintain the fund balance and retained earnings of
the various operating funds at levels sufficient to protect the Town’s creditworthiness as
well as its financial position from emergencies.
E. Debt Management: Establish guidelines for debt financing that will provide needed
capital equipment and infrastructure improvements while minimizing the impact of debt
payments on current revenues.
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F. Intergovernmental Relationships: Where feasible, coordinate efforts with other
governmental agencies to achieve common policy objectives, share the cost of
providing governmental services on an equitable basis and support favorable legislation
at the State and Federal level.
G. Grants: Seek, apply for and effectively administer within this policy’s guidelines, Federal,
State, and foundation grants-in-aid which address the Town’s current priorities and policy
objectives.
H. Economic Development: Initiate where feasible, encourage, and participate in
economic development efforts to create job opportunities and strengthen the local tax
base and economy
I. Fiscal Monitoring: Prepare and present regular reports that analyze, evaluate, and
forecast the Town’s financial performance and economic condition.
J. Financial Consultants: With available resources, seek out and employ the assistance of
qualified financial advisors and consultants in the management and administration of
the Town’s financial functions.
K. Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting: Comply with prevailing Federal, State
and local statues and regulations. Conform to generally accepted accounting
principles as promulgated by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and the Government
Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
L. Capital Improvement Plan/Budget and Program: Multi-year planning, forecasting,
preparation, and control of the Town’s capital improvement plan/budget.
M. Capital Maintenance and Replacement: Annually review and monitor the state of the
Town’s capital equipment and infrastructure, setting priorities for its replacement and
renovation based on needs, finding alternatives, and availability of resources.
N. Internal Controls: To establish and maintain an internal control structure designed to
provide reasonable assurances that the Town’s assets are safeguarded and that the
possibilities for material errors in the Town’s financial records are minimized.
III. OPERATING BUDGET
A. Preparation - Budgeting is an essential element of the financial planning, control and
evaluation process of municipal government. The “operating budget” is the Town’s
annual financial operating plan. The budget includes all of the operating departments
of the Town, the debt service fund, all capital projects funds, and the internal service
funds of the Town. The proposed budget will be prepared with the cooperation of all
Town departments, and is submitted to the Town Manager who makes any necessary
changes and transmits the document to the Town Council. A budget preparation
calendar and timetable will be established and followed in accordance with State law.
B. Revenue Estimates for Budgeting - In order to maintain a stable level of services, the
Town shall use a conservative, objective, and analytical approach when preparing
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revenue estimates. The process shall include analysis of probable economic changes
and their impacts on revenues, historical collection rates, and trends in revenues. This
approach should reduce the likelihood of actual revenues falling short of budget
estimates during the year and should avoid mid-year service reductions.
C. Balanced Budget - As per State Law, current operating revenues, including Property Tax
Reduction Sales Tax transfers (which can be used for operations), will be sufficient to
support current operating expenditures. Annually recurring revenue will not be less than
annually recurring operating budget expenditures (operating budget minus capital
outlay). Debt or bond financing will not be used to finance current expenditures.
D. Proposed Budget Process - a proposed budget shall be prepared by the Town Manager
with the participation of all of the Town’s department directors.
• The proposed budget shall include four basic segments for review and evaluation: (1)
personnel costs, (2) base budget for operations and maintenance costs, (3) service
level adjustments for increases of existing service levels or additional services, and (4)
revenues.
• The proposed budget review process shall include Council participation in the review
of each of the four segments of the proposed budget and a public hearing to allow
for citizen participation in the budget preparation.
• The proposed budget process shall allow sufficient time to provide review, as well as
address policy and fiscal issues, by the Town Council.
• A copy of the proposed budget shall be filed with the Town Secretary when it is
submitted to the Town Council as well as placed on the Town’s website.
E. Budget Adoption - Upon the determination and presentation of the final iteration of the
proposed budget as established by the Council, a public hearing date and time will be
set and publicized. The Council will subsequently consider a resolution which, if adopted,
such budget becomes the Town’s Approved Annual Budget. The adopted budget will
be effective for the fiscal year beginning October 1. The approved budget will be
placed on the Town’s web site.
F. Budget Award - Each year the Council approved operating budget will be submitted
annually to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for evaluation and
consideration for the Award for Distinguished Budget Presentation.
G. Budget Amendments - Department Directors are responsible for monitoring their
respective department budgets. The Finance Department will monitor all financial
operations. The budget team will decide whether to proceed with a budget
amendment and, if so, will then present the request to the Town Council. If the Council
decides a budget amendment is necessary, the amendment is adopted in resolution
format and the necessary budgetary changes are then made.
H. Central Control - Modifications within the operating categories (salaries, supplies,
maintenance, services, capital, etc.) can be made with the approval of the Town
Manager. Modifications to reserve categories and interdepartmental budget totals will
be made only by Town Council consent with formal briefing and Council action.
I. Planning - The budget process will be coordinated so as to identify major policy issues for
Town Council by integrating it into the Council’s overall strategic planning process for the
Town. Each department shall have a multi-year business plan that integrates with the
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Town’s overall strategic plan.
J. Reporting - Monthly financial reports will be prepared by the Finance Department and
distributed to and reviewed by each Director. Information obtained from financial
reports and other operating reports is to be used by Directors to monitor and control
departmental budget. Summary financial reports will be presented to the Town Council
quarterly.
K. Performance Measures & Productivity Indicators - Where appropriate, performance
measures and productivity indicators will be used as guidelines to measure efficiency,
effectiveness, and outcomes of Town services. This information will be included in the
annual budget process as needed.
L. Contingent Appropriation - During the budget process, staff will attempt to establish an
adequate contingent appropriation in each of the operating funds. The expenditure for
this appropriation shall be made only in cases of emergency, and a detailed account
shall be recorded and reported. The proceeds shall be disbursed only by transfer to
departmental appropriation. All tran sfers from the contingent appropriation will be
evaluated using the following criteria:
• Is the request of such an emergency nature that it must be made immediately?
• Why was the item not budgeted in the normal budget process?
• Why can’t the transfer be made within the department?
IV. REVENUES MANAGEMENT
A. REVENUE DESIGN PARAMETER. The Town will pursue the following optimum
characteristics in its revenue system:
• Simplicity - The Town, where possible and without sacrificing accuracy, will strive to
keep the revenue system simple in order to reduce costs, achieve transparency, and
increase citizen understanding of Town revenue sources.
• Certainty - A knowledge and understanding of revenue sources reliability increases the
viability of the revenue system. The Town will understand, to the best of its ability, all
aspects of its revenue sources and their performance, as well as enact consistent
collection policies to provide assurances that the revenue base will materialize
according to budgets, forecasts, and plans.
• Equity - The Town shall make every effort to maintain equity in its revenue system: i.e.
the Town shall seek to minimize or eliminate all forms of subsidization between entities,
funds, services utilities, and customer classes within a utility.
• Administration - The benefits of a revenue source will not exceed the cost of collecting
that revenue. Every effort will be made for the cost of collection to be reviewed
annually for cost effectiveness as a part of the Town’s indirect cost and cost of service
analysis.
• Adequacy, Diversification and Stability - The Town shall attempt, in as much as is
practical, to achieve a balance in its revenue system. The Town shall also strive to
maintain a balanced and diversified revenue system to protect the Town from
fluctuations in any one source due to changes in local economic conditions which
adversely impact that revenue source.
B. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS. The following considerations and issues will guide the Town in its
revenue policies concerning specific sources of funds:
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• Cost/Benefit of Incentives for Economic Development - The Town will use due caution
in the analysis of any tax or fee incentives that are being considered to encourage
economic development. A cost/benefit (fiscal impact) analysis will be performed as a
part of the evaluation for each proposed economic development project.
• Non-Recurring Revenues - One-time or non-recurring revenues will not be used to
finance on-going operational costs. Non-recurring revenues will be used only for one-
time expenditures such as long-lived capital needs or one-time major maintenance
projects that occur infrequently. Non-recurring revenues will not be used for budget
balancing purposes except to cover the one-time expenditures described above.
• Investment Income - Earnings from investment of available monies, whether pooled or
not, will be distributed to the funds in accordance with the equity balance of the fund
from which monies were provided to be invested.
• Property Tax Revenues - The Town shall endeavor to avoid a property tax by revenue
diversification, implementation of user fees, and economic development.
C. USER-BASED (DEMAND DRIVEN) FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES. For services that are
demand driven and can be associated with a user fee or charge, the direct and indirect
costs of that service will be offset by a fee where possible. The Town staff will endeavor to
prepare a review of all fees and charges annually, but not less than once every three
years, in order to ensure that these fees provide for, at minimum, full cost recovery of
service.
D. ENTERPRISE FUND RATES. Utility rates and rate structures for water and sewer services will be
constructed to target full cost of service recovery. Annually the Town will review and
adopt water and sewer utility rates and a rate structure that generates revenue sufficient
to fully cover operating expenses, meet the legal restrictions of all applicable bond
covenants, provide for an adequate level of working capital, and recover applicable
general/administrative costs. The Solid Waste function will have rates that fully recover all
costs and maintain an adequate balance. The Cemetery Fund will be structured to
operate on lot sales and endowments.
• General and Administrative (G&A) Charges – Where feasible, G&A costs will be
charged to all funds for services of indirect general overhead costs, which may include
general administration, finance, customer billing, facility use, personnel, technology,
engineering, legal counsel, and other costs as deemed appropriate. These charges
will be determined through an indirect cost allocation study following accepted
practices and procedures.
E. INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUES. As a general rule, intergovernmental revenues (grants)
will not be utilized for on-going operating costs. Any potential grant opportunity will be
examined to identify all costs related to matching and continuation of program
requirements. Staff will focus on one-time grants to avoid long-term implications. If it is
determined that accepting a grant with on-going cost conditions is in the interests of the
Town, all the operating and maintenance costs must be included in the financial forecast
and their ultimate effect on operations and revenue requirements be known.
F. REVENUE MONITORING. Revenues as they are received will be regularly compared to
budgeted revenues and variances will be investigated. This process will be summarized in
the appropriate budget report.
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G. SPECIAL REVENUE / EDUCATIONAL FUNDS. Where feasible and practical, General and
Administrative Charges (G&A) for special revenue and educational funds of the Town of
Westlake will be determined on an annual basis and transfers will be made where sufficient
revenue exists to cover the associated expenditures.
V. EXPENDITURE CONTROL
A. Appropriations – The point of budgetary control is at the department level in the General
Fund and at the fund level in all other funds. When budget adjustments among
Departments and/or funds are necessary, they must be approved by the Town Council.
B. Current Funding Basis - The Town shall operate on a current funding basis. Expenditures shall
be budgeted and controlled so as not to exceed current revenues plus the planned use of
fund balance accumulated through prior year savings. (The use of fund balance shall be
guided by the Fund Balance/Retained Earnings Policy Statements.)
C. Avoidance of Operating Deficits - The Town shall take immediate corrective actions if at
any time during the fiscal year expenditure and revenue re-estimates are such that an
operating deficit (i.e., projected expenditures in excess of projected revenues) is projected
at year-end. Corrective actions can include a hiring freeze, expenditure reductions, fee
increases, or use of fund balance within the Fund.
D. Balance/Retained Earnings Policy- Expenditure deferrals into the following fiscal year, short-
term loans, or use of one-time revenue sources shall be avoided to balance the budget.
E. Maintenance of Capital Assets - Within the resources available each fiscal year, the Town
shall maintain capital assets and infrastructure at a sufficient level to protect the Town's
investment, to minimize future replacement and maintenance costs, and to continue
service levels.
F. Periodic Program Reviews - The Town Manager shall undertake periodic staff and third-
party reviews of Town programs for both efficiency and effectiveness. Privatization and
contracting with other governmental agencies will be evaluated as alternative
approaches to service delivery. Programs which are determined to be inefficient and/or
ineffective shall be reduced in scope or eliminated.
G. Salary - The Town shall strive to maintain competitive salary levels for municipal
employees. A salary survey will be conducted through a sampling of surrounding
and comparable municipal organizations to create a comparison. The Town will
strive to maintain salary levels within three percent (3%) of the median of surveyed
benchmark municipalities.
H. Purchasing - The Town shall make every effort to maximize any discounts offered by
creditors/vendors. Staff shall also use competitive bidding in accordance to State law, as
well as intergovernmental partnerships and purchasing cooperatives to attain the best
possible price on goods and services.
I. Prompt Payment - All invoices will be paid within 30 days of receipt in accordance with the
prompt payment requirements of State law.
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VI. FUND BALANCE/RETAINED EARNINGS
A. General Fund Undesignated Fund Balance - The Town shall strive to maintain the General
Fund undesignated fund balance at, or in excess of, 90 days of operation.
B. Retained Earnings of Other Operating Funds - In the Utility Fund, the Town shall strive to
maintain positive retained earnings positions to provide sufficient reserves for emergencies
and revenue shortfalls.
C Use of Fund Balance - Fund Balance will be targeted to only be used with Council
approval and can be only be used for the following: emergencies, non-recurring
expenditures, such as technology/FF&E (furniture, fixtures and equipment), or major capital
purchases that cannot be accommodated through current year savings. Should such use
reduce the balance below the appropriate level set as the objective for that fund,
recommendations will be made on how to restore it. The Council shall approve all
commitments by formal action. The action to commit funds must occur prior to fiscal year-
end, to report such commitments in the balance sheet of the respective period, even
though the amount may be determined subsequent to fiscal year-end. A commitment
can only be modified or removed by the same formal action.
The Council delegates the responsibility to assign funds to the Town Manager or his/her
designee. The Council shall have the authority to assign any amount of funds.
Assignments may occur subsequent to fiscal year-end.
The Council will utilize funds in the following spending order: Restricted, Committed,
Assigned, Unassigned
VII. DEBT MANAGEMENT
A. Debt Issuance Analysis - All consideration of debt issuance for major capital assets will be
prepared within the framework of a Council approved multi-year capital improvement
plan and forecast for all Town facilities and infrastructure.
B. Analysis of Debt Issuance and Debt Issuance Alternatives - Staff will explore alternatives to
the issuance of debt for capital acquisitions and construction projects. These alternatives
will include, but not be limited to, (1) grants- in- aid, (2) use of reserves, (3) use of either
current on-going general revenues or one-time revenues, (4) contributions from developers
and others, (5) leases, (6) user fees, and (7) impact fees.
C. Use of Debt Financing - The useful life of the asset or project shall, at a minimum, exceed
the payout schedule of any debt the Town assumes. Debt financing instruments to be
considered by the Town may include:
• General obligation bonds - These must be authorized by a vote of the citizens of
Westlake.
• Revenue bonds - These bonds generate capital requirements necessary for
continuation or expansion of a service which produces revenue and for which the
asset may reasonable be expected to provide for a revenue stream to fund the debt
service requirement.
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• Certificates of obligation - These can be authorized by Council approval with debt
service by either general revenues or backed by a specific revenue stream or a
combination of both.
• Lease/purchase agreements - These shall only be used to purchase capital assets that
cannot be financed from either current revenues or fund balance/retained earnings
and to fund infrastructure improvements and additions.
D. Assumption of Additional Debt - The Town shall not assume more tax-supported general
purpose debt than it retires each year without first conducting an objective analysis as to
the community's ability to assume and support additional debt service payments.
E. Affordability Targets - The Town shall use an objective multi-year analytical approach to
determine whether it can afford to assume new general purpose debt beyond what it
retires each year. This process shall compare generally accepted standards of
affordability to the current values for the Town. The process shall also examine the direct
costs and benefits of the proposed expenditures. The decision on whether or not to
assume new debt shall be based on these costs and benefits and on the Town's ability to
"afford” new debt as determined by the aforementioned standards. The Town shall strive
to achieve and/or maintain these standards at a low to moderate classification.
F. Debt Structure - The Town shall structure its debt payment schedules for general purpose
debt to ensure level principal repayment schedules. The Town shall not assume any debt
with "balloon' repayment schedules which consist of low annual payments and one large
payment of the balance due at the end of the term. While balloon payment structures
minimize the size of debt payments during the period, they force a large funding
requirement on the budget of the final year. Given the uncertainties of the future, level
payment schedules improve budget planning and financial management.
G. Sale Process - The Town shall use a competitive bidding process in the sale of debt unless
the nature of the issue warrants a negotiated bid. The Town shall award bonds based on a
true interest cost (TIC) basis as long as the financial advisor agrees that the TIC basis can
satisfactorily determine the lowest and best bid.
H. Bond Rating Agencies Presentations - Full disclosure of operations and open lines of
communication shall be made to the bond rating agencies. Town staff, with assistance of
financial advisors, shall prepare the necessary materials and presentation to the bond
rating agencies.
I. Continuing Disclosure - The Town is committed to continuing disclosure of financial and
pertinent credit information relevant to the Town's outstanding securities.
J. Debt Refunding - Town staff and the financial advisor shall monitor the municipal bond
market for opportunities to obtain interest savings by refunding outstanding debt. As a
general rule, the present value savings of a particular refunding should exceed 3.5% of the
refunded maturities.
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VIII. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONSHIPS
The Town will pursue coordinated efforts with other governmental agencies to achieve
common policy objectives, share the cost of providing government services on an equitable
basis, and support favorable legislation at the State and Federal levels.
A. Inter-local Cooperation in Delivering Services - In order to promote the effective and
efficient delivery of services, the Town shall actively seek to work with other local
jurisdictions in joint purchasing consortia, sharing facilities, sharing equitably the costs of
service delivery, and developing joint programs to improve service to its citizens.
B. Legislative Program - The Town shall cooperate with other jurisdictions to actively oppose
any State or Federal regulation or proposal that mandates additional Town programs or
services and does not provide the funding to implement them. Conversely, as appropriate,
the Town shall support legislative initiatives that provide more funds for priority local
programs.
IX. GRANTS
A. Grant Guidelines - The Town shall apply, and facilitate the application by others, for only
those grants that are consistent with the objectives and high priority needs previously
identified above in these policies. The potential for incurring on-going costs, to include the
assumption of support for grant funded positions from local revenues, will be considered
prior to applying for a grant.
B. Grant Review - All grant submittals shall be reviewed for their cash match requirements,
their potential impact on the operating budget, and the extent to which they meet the
Town's policy objectives. If there are cash match requirements, the source of funding shall
be identified prior to application. Staff will focus on one-time grants to avoid long-term
implications related to additional expenditures in future years.
C. Grant Program Termination - The Town shall terminate grant funded programs and
associated positions when grant funds are no longer available unless alternate funding is
identified.
X. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
A. Positive Business Environment - The Town shall endeavor, through its regulatory and
administrative functions, to provide a positive business environment in which local
businesses can grow, flourish and create jobs. The Town Council and Town staff will be
sensitive to the needs, concerns and issues facing local businesses.
B. Commitment to Business Expansion, Diversification, and Job Creation - The Town shall
encourage and participate in economic development efforts to expand Westlake's
economy to increase local employment. These efforts shall not only focus on newly
developing areas but also on other established sections of Westlake where development
can generate additional jobs and other economic benefits.
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C. Coordinate Efforts with Other Jurisdictions - The Town's economic development program
shall encourage close cooperation with other local jurisdictions, chambers of commerce,
and groups Interested in promoting the economic well-being of this area.
D. Cost/Benefit of Incentives for Economic Development - The Town will use due caution in
the analysis of any tax or fee incentives that are used to encourage economic
development. A cost/benefit (fiscal impact) analysis will be performed as part of such
evaluation for each prospect. Economic development agreements will contain
performance language as to the business’s proposed economic impact to Westlake in
exchange for Town incentives with adequate “claw-back” provisions for the Town.
XI. FISCAL MONITORING
A. Financial Status and Performance Reports - Quarterly reports comparing expenditures and
revenues to current budget, projecting expenditures and revenues through the end of the
year, noting the status of fund balances to include dollar amounts and percentages, and
outlining any remedial actions necessary to maintain the Town's financial position shall be
prepared for review by the Town Manager and the Council.
B. Compliance with Council Policy Statements - The Fiscal and Budgetary Policies will be
reviewed annually by the Council and updated, revised or refined as deemed necessary.
Policy statements adopted by the Council are guidelines, and occasionally, exceptions
may be appropriate and required. However, exceptions to stated policies will be
specifically identified, and the need for the exception will be documented and fully
explained.
XII. FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS
To employ the assistance of qualified financial advisors and consultants as needed in the
management and administration of the Town's financial functions. These areas include but are
not limited to investments, debt administration, financial accounting systems, program
evaluation, and financial impact modeling. Advisors shall be selected on a competitive basis
using objective questionnaires and requests for proposals based on the scope of the work to
be performed.
XIII. ACCOUNTING, AUDITING, AND FINANCIAL REPORTING
To comply with prevailing local, state, and federal regulations relative to accounting, auditing,
and financial reporting. Accounting practices and financial reporting shall conform to
generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated by the Governmental Accounting
Standards Board (GASB), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, (AICPA), and
the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The Board shall select an independent
firm of certified public accountants to perform an annual audit of all operations
A. Accounting – The Town is solely responsible for the recording and reporting of its financial
affairs, both internally and externally. The Town’s Finance Director is responsible for
establishing the structure for the Town’s chart of accounts and for assuring that procedures
are in place to properly record financial transactions and report the Town’s financial
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position.
B. External Auditing - Town will be audited annually by outside independent accountants
(auditors). The auditors must be a CPA firm and must demonstrate significant experience
in the field of local government auditing. They must conduct the town’s audit in
accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and be knowledgeable in the
Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement program. The
auditors’ report on Town’s financial statements will be completed within a timely period of
the Town’s fiscal year-end. The auditor will jointly review the management letter with the
Town Council, if necessary. In conjunction with this review, the Finance Director shall
respond in writing to the Town Council regarding the auditor’s Management Letter,
addressing the issued contained therein. The Town will not require auditor rotation, but will
circulate request for proposal for audit services on a periodic basis as deemed
appropriate.
C. External Financial Reporting - Town will prepare and publish a comprehensive annual
financial report (CAFR). The CAFR will be prepared in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles and will be presented annually to the Government
Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for evaluation and awarding of the Certificate of
Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.
D. Responsibility of Auditor to Town Council – The auditor is retained by and it accountable
directly to the Town Council and will have access to direct communication with the Town
Council if the Town Staff is unresponsive to auditor recommendations or if the auditor
considers such communication necessary to fulfill its legal and professional responsibilities.
E. Internal Financial Reporting - The Finance Department will prepare internal financial reports
sufficient for management to plan, monitor, and control Town’s financial affairs.
XIV. CAPITAL BUDGET AND PROGRAM
A. Preparation - The Town’s capital budget will include all capital projects funds and all
capital resources. While the capital budget will be prepared annually on a project basis, it
will be based on an on-going, multi-year capital improvement plan (CIP) that shows all
funded and unfunded projects as identified by staff for all Town facilities and infrastructure.
The multi-year CIP will be reviewed annually, updated by staff and presented to the
Council for its review and approval. The annual capital budget will be prepared by the
Finance Department with the involvement of responsible departments based on the multi-
year CIP.
B. Control - All capital project expenditures must be appropriated in the capital budget. The
Finance Director must certify the availability of resources before any capital project
contract is presented to the Town Council for approval.
C. Program Planning - The capital budget will be taken from the capital improvements
project plan for future years. The planning time frame for the capital improvements project
plan should normally be five years, with a minimum of at least three years. The
replacement and maintenance for capital items should also be projected for the next five
years. Future maintenance and operational costs will be considered so that these costs
can be included as appropriate in the annual budget.
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D. Financing Programs - Where applicable and with Council approval, impact fees, pro-rata
charges, assessments, or other fees should be used to fund capital projects which have a
primary benefit to specific, identifiable property owners.
• Recognizing that long-term debt is usually a more expensive financing method,
alternative financing sources will be explored before debt is issued. When debt is
issued, it will be used to acquire major assets with expected lives which equal or
exceed the average life of the debt issue.
E. Reporting - Periodic financial reports will be prepared to enable the department directors
to manage their capital budgets. Summary capital project status reports will be presented
to the Town Council quarterly.
XV. CAPITAL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT
The Town recognizes that deferred maintenance and not anticipating capital replacement
needs increases future capital costs. Annually, available funds will be evaluated during the
budget process and a percentage of each operating fund’s budget will be recommended to
the Council for transfer. Upon approval by the Council, the recommended amount will be
transferred to the appropriate funds (General or Utility Maintenance Replacement Fund) for
major maintenance/ replacement of street, building roof, flooring, air conditioning, equipment,
etc.
XVI. INTERNAL CONTROLS
A. Written Procedures - Whenever possible, written procedures will be established and
maintained by the Finance Director for all functions involving purchasing, cash handling
and/or accounting throughout the Town. These procedures will embrace the general
concepts of fiscal responsibility set for in this policy statement.
B. Department Directors’ Responsibilities - Each department director is responsible for ensuring
that good internal controls are followed throughout his/her department, that all directives
or internal controls are implemented, and that all independent auditor internal control
recommendations are addressed. Departments will develop and periodically update
written internal control procedures.
XVII. ASSET MANAGEMENT
A. Investments – The Finance Director shall promptly invest all Town funds with the depository
bank in accordance with the provisions of the current Bank Depository Agreement or in
any negotiable instrument authorized by the Town Council. Further, investments shall be
made in accordance with the Investment Policy approved by the Town Council for the
Town of Westlake that meets the requirements of the Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA),
Section 2256 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Finance Director will issue
quarterly reports on investment activity to the Town Council.
B. Cash Management - Town’s cash flow will be managed to maximize the cash available to
invest. Such cash management will entail the centralization of cash collections, where
feasibility, including utility bills, building and related permits and license, fines, fees, and
other collection offices as appropriate. Periodic review of cash flow position will be
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performed to determine performance of cash management and conformance to
investment policies. The underlying theme will be that idle cash will be invested with the
intent to (1) safeguard assets, (2) maintain liquidity, and (3) maximize return.
C. Fixed Assets and Inventory - Such assets will be reasonably safeguarded and properly
accounted for and prudently insured. The fixed asset inventory will be updated regularly.
D. Capitalization Criteria – For purposes of budgeting and accounting classification, the
following criteria must be capitalized:
• The asset is owned by the Town of Westlake
• The expected useful life of the asset must be longer than one year, or extend the life on
an identifiable existing asset by more than one year
• The original cost of the asset must be at least $5,000
• The asset must be tangible
• On-going repairs and general maintenance are not capitalized
• New Purchases – All costs associated with bringing the asset into working order will be
capitalized as part of the asset cost. This includes start up costs, engineering or
consultant type fees as part of the asset cost once the decision or commitment to
purchase the asset is made. The cost of land acquired should include all related costs
associated with its purchase
• Improvements and Replacement – Improvement will be capitalized when they extend
the original life of an asset or when they make the asset more valuable than it was
originally. The replacement of assets components will normally be expenses unless
they are a significant nature and meet all the capitalization criteria.
E. Computer System/Data Security – The Town shall provide security of its computer/network
system and data files through physical and logical security systems that will include, but are
not limited to: network user authentications, firewalls, content filtering, spam/virus
protection, and redundant data backup.
ACADEMIC OPERATIONS
I. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The broader intent of the following Fiscal and Budgetary Policy Statements is to enable the
Academy to achieve a long-term stable and positive financial condition. The watchwords of
the Academy’s financial management include integrity, prudent, stewardship, planning,
accountability, and full disclosure.
The more specific purpose is to provide guidelines to the Finance Director in planning and
directing the Academy’s day-to-day financial affairs and in developing recommendations to
the Academy Superintendent or his designate and Academy Board of Trustees.
The scope of these policies generally span, among other issues, accounting, purchasing,
auditing, financial reporting, internal controls, operating budgeting, revenue management,
cash and investment management, expenditure control, asset management, debt
management, and planning concepts, in order to:
• Present fairly and with full disclosure the financial position and results of the financial
operations of the Academy in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles
(GAAP), and
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• Determine and demonstrate compliance with finance related legal and contractual
issues in accordance with provisions of the Texas Local Government Code and other
pertinent legal documents and mandates.
The Academy Board of Trustees will annually review and approve the Fiscal and Budgetary
Policy Statements as part of the budget process.
II. SUMMARY OF POLICY INTENDED OUTCOMES
This policy framework mandates pursuit of the following fiscal objectives:
Operating Budget: Prepare conservatively, estimate revenues, present and adopt the
Academy’s annual operating plan.
Revenues Management: Design, maintain and administer a revenue system that will assure a
reliable, equitable, diversified and sufficient revenue stream to support desired Academy
services.
Expenditure Control: Identify priority services, establish appropriate service levels and administer
the expenditure of available resources necessary to assure fiscal stability and the effective and
efficient delivery of services.
Fund Balance: Maintain the fund balance of the various operating funds at levels sufficient to
protect the Academy’s creditworthiness as well as its financial position from emergencies.
Intergovernmental Relationships: Coordinate efforts with other agencies to achieve common
policy objectives, share the cost of providing governmental services on an equitable basis and
support favorable legislation at the State and Federal level.
Grants: Seek, apply for and effectively administer Federal, State, and foundation grants-in-aid
which address the Academy’s current priorities and policy objectives.
Fiscal Monitoring: Prepare and present regular reports that analyze, evaluate, and forecast the
Academy’s financial performance and economic condition.
Financial Consultants: With available resources, seek out and employ the assistance of qualified
financial advisors and consultants in the management and administration of the Academy’s
financial functions.
Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting: Comply with prevailing Federal, State and local
statues and regulations. Conform to generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated
by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants (AICPA), and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
Internal Controls: To establish and maintain an internal control structure designed to provide
reasonable assurances that the Academy’s assets are safeguarded and that the possibilities for
material errors in the Academy’s financial records are minimized.
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III. OPERATING BUDGET
PREPARATION – BUDGETING IS AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT OF THE FINANCIAL PLANNING, CONTROL,
AND EVALUATION PROCESS. THE “OPERATING BUDGET” IS THE ACADEMY’S ANNUAL FINANCIAL
OPERATING PLAN RELATED TO EDUCATIONAL SERVICE INSTRUCTIONAL COSTS.
The Academy operating budget is legally required to include the Academy’s General, Debt
Service, and Food Service Funds. Currently, Westlake Academy only has one fund, the General
Fund, which must be legally adopted annually. The Academy budgets the Special Revenue
Funds for informational purposes only.
Information to be prepared includes documentation related to Service Level Adjustments (SLAs)
for increases to existing service levels or additional services, position control schedules, general
and administrative cost implications, etc. will be submitted and reviewed during the budget
process.
SLA’s related to new position requests will include an assessment of their impact on additional
internal services necessary to support these positions as it relates to General & Administrative
(G&A) charges in the Academy budget ( subject to funding availability) to fund these costs.
A budget preparation calendar and timetable will be established and followed in accordance
with State law.
Revenue Estimates for Budgeting - In order to maintain a stable level of services, the Academy shall
use a conservative, objective, and analytical approach when preparing revenue estimates. The
process shall include analysis of probable economic changes and their impacts on revenues,
number of students, and trends in revenues. It will also include an assessment of the State legislative
environment related to public charter school funding levels. This approach should reduce the
likelihood of actual revenues falling short of budget estimates during the year and should avoid mid-
year service reductions.
Balanced Budget – A balanced budget is a budget with total expenditures not exceeding total
revenues and monies available in the fund balance within an individual fund.
Proposed Budget Content and Process – A proposed budget shall be prepared by the
Superintendent or his designate with the participation of the Academy’s Leadership Team,
Finance Director and Academy staff, and then submitted to the Superintendent for review.
Following the Superintendent’s review, the proposed budget will be presented to the Board for
its consideration.
The proposed budget shall include five basic segments for review and evaluation: (1) personnel
costs, (2) base budget for operations and maintenance costs, (3) service level adjustments for
increases of existing service levels or additional services, (4) revenues, and (5) General
Administrative (G&A) costs.
The proposed budget review process shall include Board of Trustees review of each of the four
segments of the proposed budget and a public hearing to allow for citizen participation in the
budget preparation process.
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Concurrent with the Academy budget preparation, Town staff will identify and provide to the
Board all direct Academy expenses contained in the Town’s municipal budget.
The proposed budget process shall allow sufficient time to provide review as well as address
policy and fiscal issues by the Board of Trustees.
A copy of the proposed budget shall be filed with the Town Secretary when it is submitted to the
Board of Trustees as well as placed on the Academy’s website.
Budget Adoption - Upon the determination and presentation of the final iteration of the
proposed budget document as established by the Board of Trustees, a public hearing will be set
and publicized. The Board will subsequently consider a resolution which, if adopted, such
budget becomes the Academy’s Annual Budget. The adopted budget will be effective for the
fiscal year beginning September 1.
Budget Amendments – The Superintendent or his designate and Finance Department will
monitor all financial operations. A school district must amend the official budget before
exceeding a functional expenditure category, i.e., instruction, administration, etc. in the total
budget. The budget team will decide whether to proceed with the budget amendment and, if
so, will then present the request to the Board of Trustees. If the Board decides a budget
amendment is necessary, the amendment is adopted in resolution format and the necessary
budgetary changes are then made.
Planning – The budget process will be coordinated so as to identify major policy issues for the
Board of Trustees by integrating it into the Board’s overall strategic planning process for the
Academy.
Reporting - Monthly financial reports will be prepared by the Finance Department and
distributed to the Superintendent or his designate. Information obtained from financial reports
and other operating reports is to be used by personnel to monitor and control the budget.
Summary financial reports will be presented to the Board quarterly.
IV. REVENUES MANAGEMENT
A. REVENUE DESIGN PARAMETERS. The Academy will strive for the following optimum
characteristics in its revenue system:
• Simplicity - The Academy, where possible and without sacrificing accuracy, will strive to
keep the revenue system simple in order to reduce costs, achieve transparency, and
increase parent and citizen understanding of Academy revenue sources.
• Certainty - A thorough knowledge and understanding of revenue sources increases the
reliability of the revenue system.
• Administration - The benefits of a revenue source will exceed the cost of administering
that revenue. Every effort will be made for the cost of administration to be reviewed
annually for cost effectiveness as a part of the indirect cost and cost of service analysis.
• Equity - The Academy shall make every effort to maintain equity in its revenue system:
i.e. the Academy shall seek to minimize or eliminate all forms of subsidization between
entities.
• Adequacy, Diversification and Stability – To the extent practical, the Academy shall
attempt to achieve a balance in its revenue system. The Academy shall also strive to
maintain a balanced and diversified revenue system to protect the Academy from
fluctuations in any one source due to changes in local economic conditions which
adversely impact that source.
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B. REVENUE CLASSIFICANTION AND SOURCES. The revenues received by Westlake Academy
are classified into one of three broad categories: Federal, State or Local and come from
the following sources :
• State Education funding
• State and Federal Grants
• General Donations – The Academy recognizes that private donations comprise a
significant part of the Westlake Academy budget. All funds received will become part of
the budget and be subject to appropriation for Academy general operations.
o Westlake Academy Foundation
o House of Commons
o Westlake Academy Athletic Club
o Local Merchants
• Specific Purpose Donations – Funds donated for a specific purpose
C. REVENUE MONITORING. Revenues as they are received will be regularly compared to
budgeted revenues and variances will be investigated. This process will be summarized in
the appropriate budget report.
V. EXPENDITURE CONTROL
• Appropriations – The point of budgetary control is at the function level in the General Fund
and Special Revenue Funds. When budget adjustments among functions are necessary,
they must be approved by the Board of Trustees.
• Current Funding Basis - The Academy shall operate on a current funding basis. Expenditures
shall be budgeted and controlled so as not to exceed current revenues plus the planned
use of fund balance accumulated through prior year savings. (The use of fund balance shall
be guided by the Fund Balance/Retained Earnings Policy Statements.)
• Avoidance of Operating Deficits - The Academy shall take immediate corrective actions if at
any time during the fiscal year expenditure and revenue re-estimates are such that an
operating deficit (i.e., projected expenditures in excess of projected revenues) is projected
at year-end. Corrective actions can include a hiring freeze, expenditure reductions, or use of
fund balance within the Fund. Use of fund balance must be recommended by the
Superintendent and approved by the Board of Trustees.
Expenditure deferrals into the following fiscal year, short-term loans, or use of one-
time revenue sources shall be avoided to balance the budget.
• Periodic Program Reviews - The Superintendent or his designate shall undertake periodic staff
and third-party reviews of Academy programs for both efficiency and effectiveness. Where
appropriate, privatization and contracting with other governmental agencies will be
evaluated as alternative approaches to service delivery. Service delivery which is
determined to be inefficient and/or ineffective shall be reduced in scope or eliminated.
• General and Administrative (G&A) Charges – To the extent practical, an annual analysis of
G&A charges will be performed and funding allocated, if available. The purpose of
determining the associated costs for G&A charges is to identify the full operational costs of
the entity in question. The analysis shall involve an objective consideration of the service
demands currently being met by municipal staff to support Academy operations and a
determination of factors that will continue to affect and increase the time needed for the
performance of these services. For example, new Academy staff requires additional support
staff time to perform tasks related to insurance, payroll, etc.
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Where feasible, G&A costs will be charged to all funds for services of indirect general overhead
costs, which may include general administration, finance, facility use, personnel, technology,
engineering, legal counsel, and other costs as deemed appropriate. If funding is not available,
these costs will be shown below the line of the financial statement in the five-year financial forecast
in order to promote transparency and provide the Board with a full cost accounting of services.
The charges will be determined through an indirect cost allocation study following accepted
practices and procedures.
• Purchasing - The Academy shall make every effort to maximize any discounts offered by
creditors/vendors. Staff shall also use purchasing cooperatives as well as competitive bidding
in accordance with State law to attain the best possible price on goods and services.
• Prompt Payment - All invoices will be paid within 30 days of receipt in accordance with the
prompt payment requirements of State law.
• Salary - The Academy shall strive to maintain competitive salary levels for faculty and staff.
A salary survey will be conducted annually, sampling surrounding Independent School
Districts and Charter Schools, to create a comparison. The Academy will strive to maintain
salary levels within three percent (3%) of the median of surveyed schools. (Existing
language)
VI. FUND BALANCE
• Fund Balance Reporting - The District shall report governmental fund balances per GASB 54
definitions in the balance sheet as follows: Nonspendable, Restricted, Committed, Assigned,
and Unassigned.
• General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance - The Academy shall strive to maintain the General
Fund unassigned fund balance at 45 days of operation.
• Use of Fund Balance - Fund Balance will be targeted to only be used with Board approval
and can be only be used for the following: emergencies, non-recurring expenditures, such
as technology/FF&E (furniture, fixtures and equipment), or major capital purchases that
cannot be accommodated through current year savings. Should such use reduce the
balance below the appropriate level set as the objective for that fund, recommendations
will be made on how to restore it. The Board of Trustees shall approve all commitments by
formal action. The action to commit funds must occur prior to fiscal year-end, to report such
commitments in the balance sheet of the respective period, even though the amount may
be determined subsequent to fiscal year-end. A commitment can only be modified or
removed by the same formal action.
The Board of Trustees delegates the responsibility to assign funds to the Superintendent or
his/her designee. The Board of Trustees shall have the authority to assign any amount of
funds. Assignments may occur subsequent to fiscal year-end.
The Board of Trustees will utilize funds in the following spending order: Restricted, Committed,
Assigned, Unassigned
VII. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONSHIPS
• Inter-local Cooperation in Delivering Services - In order to promote the effective and
efficient delivery of services, the Academy shall actively seek to work with other local entities
in joint purchasing consortium, sharing facilities, sharing equitably the costs of service
delivery, and developing joint programs to improve service to its students.
• Legislative Program - The Academy shall cooperate with other entities to actively oppose
any state or federal regulation or proposal that mandates additional Academy programs or
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services and does not provide the funding to implement them. Conversely, as appropriate,
the Academy shall support legislative initiatives that provide additional funding.
VIII. GRANTS
• Grant Guidelines - The Academy shall apply, and facilitate the application by others, for only
those grants that are consistent with the objectives and high priority needs previously
identified by Academy Board of Trustees. The potential for incurring ongoing costs, to include
the assumption of support for grant funded positions from local revenues, will be considered
prior to applying for a grant.
• Grant Review - All grant submittals shall be reviewed for their cash match requirements, their
potential impact on the operating budget, and the extent to which they meet the
Academy's policy objectives. If there are cash match requirements, the source of funding
shall be identified prior to application. Staff will focus on one-time grants to avoid long-term
implications related to additional expenditures in future years.
• Grant Program Termination - The Academy shall terminate grant funded programs and
associated positions when grant funds are no longer available unless alternate funding is
identified and obtained.
IX. FISCAL MONITORING
• Financial Status and Performance Reports - Quarterly reports comparing expenditures and
revenues to current budget, noting the status of fund balances to include dollar amounts
and percentages, and outlining any remedial actions necessary to maintain the Academy's
financial position shall be prepared for review by the Superintendent and the Board of
Trustees. Student roster information will also be included in the quarter reports submitted to
the Board of Trustees.
• Compliance with Board Policy Statements - The Fiscal and Budgetary Policies will be
reviewed annually by the Board of Trustees and updated, revised or refined as deemed
necessary. Policy statements adopted by the Board of Trustees are guidelines, and
occasionally, exceptions may be appropriate and required. However, exceptions to stated
policies will be specifically identified, and the need for the exception will be documented
and fully explained.
X. FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS
The Academy employs the assistance of qualified financial advisors and consultants as needed
in the management and administration of the Academy's financial functions. These areas
include but are not limited to investments, debt administration, financial accounting systems,
program evaluation, and financial impact modeling. Advisors shall be selected on a
competitive basis using objective questionnaires and requests for proposals based on the scope
of the work to be performed.
XI. ACCOUNTING, AUDITING, AND FINANCIAL REPORTING
The Academy strives to comply with prevailing local, state, and federal regulations relative to
accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. Accounting practices and financial reporting
shall conform to generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated by the
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the American Institute of Certified Public
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Accountants, (AICPA), and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The Board
shall select an independent firm of certified public accountants to perform an annual audit of all
operations. Required Texas Education Agency (TEA) account coding will be used for all revenue
and expenditure reporting.
• Accounting - Currently, the Education Service Center (Region XI) books all revenues and
expenditures, and prepares bank reconciliations. Academy staff is responsible for all coding
and approval of expenditures and revenues. Documentation and coding of deposits are
forwarded to the Town’s Finance Department for review and preparation of deposit slips.
Town’s Finance Director and staff are responsible for review and transfer of invoices and
other documentation to the Service Center for processing as well as the physical deposit of
funds. It is the responsibility of the Superintendent or his designate and Academy staff to
review the monthly reports for any discrepancies and report to the Town’s Finance Director
for analysis and re-class of questioned bookings, if appropriate.
• External Auditing - Academy will be audited annually by outside independent accountants
(auditors). The auditors must be a CPA firm and must demonstrate significant experience in
the field of local government auditing. They must conduct the Academy’s audit in
accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. The auditors’ report on
Academy’s financial statements will be completed within a timely period of the Academy’s
fiscal year-end. The auditor will jointly review the management letter with the Academy
Board of Trustees, if necessary. In conjunction with this review, the Finance Director shall
respond in writing to the Academy Board of Trustees regarding the auditor’s Management
Letter, addressing the issued contained therein. The Academy will not require auditor
rotation, but will circulate request for proposal for audit services on a periodic basis as
deemed appropriate.
• Responsibility of Auditor to Academy Board of Trustees - The auditor is retained by and is
accountable directly to the Academy Board of Trustees and will have access to direct
communication with the Academy Board of Trustees if the Academy Staff is unresponsive to
auditor recommendations or if the auditor considers such communication necessary to fulfill
its legal and professional responsibilities.
• Internal Financial Reporting - The Finance Department will prepare internal financial reports
sufficient for management to plan, monitor, and control Academy’s financial affairs.
XII. INTERNAL CONTROLS
• Written Procedures - Whenever possible, written procedures will be established and
maintained by the Finance Director and utilized by all Academy personnel for all functions
involving purchasing, cash handling and/or accounting throughout the Academy. These
procedures will embrace the general concepts of fiscal responsibility set forth in this policy
statement.
• Academy Staff Responsibilities - The Superintendent or his designate, in consultation with the
Finance Director, will be responsible for ensuring that appropriate internal controls are
followed throughout the Academy, that all directives or internal controls are implemented,
and that all independent auditor internal control recommendations are addressed. Staff will
develop and periodically update written internal control procedures.
XIII. ASSET MANAGEMENT
• Investments – The Finance Director shall promptly invest all Academy funds with the
depository bank in accordance with the provisions of the current Bank Depository
Agreement or in any negotiable instrument authorized by the Academy Board of Trustees.
The Academy Board of Trustees has formally approved a separate Investment Policy for the
Academy of Westlake that meets the requirements of the Public Funds Investment Act
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(PFIA), Section 2256 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Academy’s investment
practices will be conducted in accordance with this policy. The Finance Director will issue
quarterly reports on investment activity to the Academy Board of Trustees.
• Cash Management - Academy’s cash flow will be managed to maximize the cash available
to invest. Such cash management will entail the centralization of cash collections, where
feasible, including field trips, and other collection offices as appropriate. Periodic review of
cash flow position will be performed to determine performance of cash management and
conformance to investment policies. The underlying theme will be that idle cash will be
invested with the intent to (1) safeguard assets, (2) maintain liquidity, and (3) maximize
return.
• Fixed Assets and Inventory - Such assets will be reasonably safeguarded and properly
accounted for and prudently insured. The fixed asset inventory will be updated regularly.
• Capital Assets – Currently all capital assets of Westlake Academy are owned and purchased
by the Town of Westlake. In subsequent years, additional asset purchases may be paid with
Westlake Academy funds.
• Capitalization Criteria – For purposes of budgeting and accounting classification, the
following criteria must be capitalized:
o The asset is owned by the Westlake Academy
o The expected useful life of the asset must be longer than one year, or extend the life on
an identifiable existing asset by more than one year
o The original cost of the asset must be at least $5,000
o The asset must be tangible
o On-going repairs and general maintenance are not capitalized
o New Purchases – All costs associated with bringing the asset into working order will be
capitalized as a part of the asset cost. This includes startup costs, engineering or
consultant type fees as part of the asset cost once the decision or commitment to
purchase the asset is made. The cost of land acquired should include all related costs
associated with its purchase
o Improvements and Replacement – Improvement will be capitalized when they extend
the original life of an asset or when they make the asset more valuable than it was
originally. The replacement of assets components will normally be expenses unless they
are a significant nature and meet all the capitalization criteria.
• Computer System/Data Security – The Academy shall provide security of its
computer/network system and data files through physical and logical security systems that
will include, but are not limited to: network user authentications, firewalls, content filtering,
spam/virus protection, and redundant data backup.
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I. POLICY STATEMENT
It is the policy of the Town of Westlake (the “Town") that the administration of its funds
and the investment of those funds shall be handled as its highest public trust. Investments
shall be made in a manner which will provide the maximum security of principal invested
through limitations and diversification while meeting the daily cash flow needs of the
Town and conforming to all applicable state and Town statutes governing the
investment of public funds. The receipt of a market rate of return will be secondary to
the requirements for safety and liquidity.
It is the intent of the Town to be in complete compliance with local law and the Texas
Public Funds Investment Act (the "Act", Texas Government Code 2256). The earnings
from investments will be used in a manner that best serves the public trust and interests of
the Town.
II. SCOPE
This Investment Policy applies to all the financial assets and funds held of the Town.
Any new funds created by the Town will be managed under the provisions of this Policy
unless specifically exempted by the Town Council and this Policy.
III. OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGY
It is the policy of the Town that all funds shall be managed and invested with four primary
objectives, listed in order of their priority: safety, liquidity, diversification and yield. These
objectives encompass the following.
• Safety of Principal - Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the Town.
Investments shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to insure the preservation
of capital in the overall portfolio. The suitability of each investment decision will
be made on the basis of safety.
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• Diversification - Diversification is required in the portfolio's composition.
Diversification of the portfolio will include diversification by maturity and market
sector and will include the use of a number of broker/dealers or banks for
diversification and market coverage. Competitive bidding will be used on each
sale or purchase.
• Yield - The Town's investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of
attaining a reasonable market yield, taking into account the Town's risk
constraints and cash flow needs. A reasonable market yield for the portfolio will
be defined as the six month (180 day) U.S. Treasury Bill which compares to the
portfolio's maximum weighted average maturity of six months.
The authorized investment purchased will be of the highest credit quality and
marketability supporting the objectives of safety and liquidity. Securities, when not
matched to a specific liability, will be short term to provide adequate liquidity. The
portfolio shall be diversified to protect against market and credit risk in any one sector.
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The maximum weighted average maturity of the portfolio will be no more that 180 days
and the maximum stated maturity of any security will not exceed two years. The funds
are combined for investment purposes but the unique needs of all the funds in the
portfolio are recognized and represented.
Effective cash management is recognized as essential to good fiscal management.
Cash management is defined as the process of managing monies in order to ensure
maximum cash availability. The Town shall maintain a cash management program
which includes timely collection of accounts receivable, prudent investment,
disbursement of payments within invoice terms and the management of banking
services.
IV. LEGAL LIMITATIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
Specific investment parameters for the investment of public funds in Texas are stipulated
in the Public Funds Investment Act, Chapter 2256, Texas Government Code, (the "Act").
The Act is attached as Exhibit A.
The Public Funds Collateral Act, Chapter 2257, Texas Government Code, specifies
collateral requirements for all public funds deposits. The Collateral Act is attached as
Exhibit B.
The Interlocal Cooperation Act, Chapter 791, Texas Government Code, authorizes local
governments in Texas to participate in a Texas investment pool established thereunder.
V. DELEGATION OF INVESTMENT AUTHORITY
The Finance Director, acting on behalf of the Council, is designated as the Investment
Officer of the Town and is responsible for all investment management decisions and
activities. The Council is responsible for considering the quality and capability of staff,
investment advisors, and consultants involved in investment management and
procedures. All participants in the investment process shall seek to act responsibly as
custodians of the public trust.
The Investment Officer shall develop and maintain written administrative procedures for
the operation of the investment program which are consistent with this Investment Policy.
Procedures will include safekeeping, wire transfers, banking services contracts, and other
investment related activities.
The Investment Officer shall be responsible for all transactions undertaken and shall
establish a system of controls to regulate the activities of subordinate officials and staff.
The Investment Officer shall designate a staff person as a liaison/deputy in the event
circumstances require timely action and the Investment Officer is not available.
No officer or designee may engage in an investment transaction except as provided
under the terms of this Policy and the procedures established by the Investment Officer
and approved by the Town Manager.
VI. PRUDENCE
The standard of prudence to be used in the investment function shall be the "prudent
person" standard and shall be applied in the context of managing the overall portfolio.
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This standard states:
"Investments shall be made with judgment and care, under circumstances then
prevailing, which persons of prudence, discretion, and intelligence exercise in the
management of their own affairs, not for speculation, but for investment,
considering the probable safety of their capital as well as the expected income
to be derived."
Limitation of Personal Liability - The Investment Officer and those delegated investment
authority, when acting in accordance with the written procedures and this Policy and in
accord with the Prudent Person Rule, shall be relieved of personal liability in the
management of the portfolio provided that deviations from expectations for a specific
security's credit risk or market price change are reported in a timely manner and that
appropriate action is taken to control adverse market effects.
VII. INTERNAL CONTROLS
The Investment Officer shall establish a system of written internal controls which will be
reviewed annually with the independent auditor of the Town. The controls shall be
designed to prevent loss of public funds due to fraud, employee error, and
misrepresentation by third parties, or imprudent actions by employees of the Town.
VIII. AUTHORIZED INVESTMENTS
Acceptable investments under this policy shall be limited to the instruments listed below.
The choice of high-grade government investments and high-grade, money market
instruments are designed to assure the marketability of those investments should liquidity
needs arise.
• Obligations of the United States Government, its agencies and instrumentalities,
not to exceed two (2) years to stated maturity and excluding mortgage backed
securities;
• Fully insured or collateralized certificates of deposit from a bank doing business in
the State of Texas and under the terms of a written depository agreement with
that bank, not to exceed one year to stated maturity;
• No-load, SEC registered money market mutual funds. No more than 80% of the
entity's monthly average balance may be invested in money market funds
• Public Funds interest bearing accounts; and
• Constant dollar, AAA-rated Texas Local Government Investment Pools as defined
by the Public Funds Investment Act.
If additional types of securities are approved for investment by public funds by state
statute, they will not be eligible for investment until this Policy has been amended and
the amended version adopted by the Council.
Delivery versus Payment - All investment security transactions shall be conducted on a
delivery versus payment (DVP) basis to assure that the Town has control of its assets
and/or funds at all times.
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IX. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL DEALERS AND INSTITUTIONS
Securities broker/dealers may be primary or regional broker/dealers and will meet other
criteria as determined by the Investment Officer including state registration and
completion of a Town Broker/Dealer questionnaire (attached as Exhibit D). The following
criteria must be met by authorized firms.
• annual provision of an audited financial statement,
• proof of certification by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD)
• proof of current registration with the Texas State Securities Commission, and
• completion of the Town's broker/dealer questionnaire.
Every bank and broker/dealer with whom the Town transacts business will be provided a
copy of this Investment Policy to assure that they are familiar with the goals and
objectives of the investment program. The firm will be required to return a signed copy
of the Certification Form (attached as Exhibit C) certifying that the Policy has been
received and reviewed and only those securities approved by the Policy will be sold to
the Town.
X. DIVERSIFICATION AND MATURITY LIMITATIONS
It is the policy of the Town to diversify its investment portfolio. Invested funds shall be
diversified to minimize risk or loss resulting from over-concentration of assets in a specific
maturity, specific issuer, or specific class of securities. Diversification strategies shall be
established and periodically reviewed.
XI. SAFEKEEPING AND COLLATERALIZATION
The laws of the State and prudent treasury management require that all purchased
securities be bought on a delivery versus payment (DVP) basis and be held in
safekeeping by either an approved, independent third party financial institution or the
Town's designated depository.
Securities Owned by the Town - All safekeeping arrangements shall be approved by the
Investment Officer and an agreement of the terms executed in writing. The safekeeping
bank may not be within the same holding company as the bank from which the
securities are purchased. The custodian shall be required to issue original safekeeping
receipts to the Town listing each specific security, rate, description, maturity, CUSIP
number, and other pertinent information.
Collateral - Collateralization shall be required on all bank time and demand deposits for
principal and accrued interest amounts over the FDIC insurance coverage of $100,000
(by tax identification number). In order to anticipate market changes and provide a
level of additional security for all funds, collateral with a market value equal to 102% of
the total deposits are required. The pledging bank will be made contractually liable for
monitoring and maintaining the collateral levels at all times. All collateral will be held by
an independent third party bank outside the holding company of the bank, pledged to
the Town.
Authorized collateral will include only:
• Obligations of the US Government, its agencies and instrumentalities to include
mortgage backed securities which pass the bank test,
• Municipal obligations rated at least A by two nationally recognized rating
agencies.
• The custodian shall be required to provide original safekeeping receipts clearly
marked that the security is pledged to the Town.
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XII. REPORTING
The Investment Officer shall submit quarterly reports to the Council containing sufficient
information to permit an informed outside reader to evaluate the performance of the
investment program and in full compliance with the Act. At a minimum the report shall
contain:
• Beginning and ending market value of the portfolio by market sector and total
portfolio
• Beginning and ending book value of the portfolio by market sector and total
portfolio
• Change in market value during the period
• Detail on each asset (book, market, description, par ad maturity date)
• Earnings for the period
• Overall weighted average maturity of the portfolio
The report will be prepared jointly by all involved in the investment activity and be signed
by the Investment Officer. It will contain all elements as required by the Act and be
signed by the Investment Officers as in compliance with the Act and this Policy. Market
prices for assignment of market values will be obtained from an independent source.
The three month Treasury Bill average yield for the reporting period will be reported as a
gauge of performance and risk.
XIII. DEPOSITORIES
The Town will designate one banking institution through a competitive process as its
central banking services provider at least every five years. This institution will be used for
normal banking services including disbursements, deposits, and safekeeping of Town
owned securities. Other banking institutions from which the Town may purchase only
certificates of deposit will also be designated as a depository.
All banking arrangements will be in written form in accordance with FIRREA which
requires a resolution of approval of the agreement by the Bank Council or Bank Loan
Committee.
XIV. INVESTMENT POLICY ADOPTION BY COUNCIL
The Town's Investment Policy and its incorporated strategies shall be adopted by
resolution annually by the Council.
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 714
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS,
REVISING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2012-2013 FISCAL YEAR; ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2013 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 INCLUDING
INVESTMENT POLICY, FISCAL AND BUDGETARY POLICIES, RESTRICTED,
COMMITTED AND ASSIGNED FUND BALANCES; PROVIDING AUTHORIZATION TO
THE TOWN MANGER TO APPROVE APPROPRIATED FUNDS UP TO $25,000;
PROVIDING THAT THE BUDGET TO BE K EPT IN CITY SECRETARY’S OFFICE;
PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, public notice of a public hearing on the proposed annual budget, stating the
date, time, and place and subject matter of the public hearing, was given as required by the laws of
the State of Texas and ; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held and all interested persons were given an
opportunity to be heard for or against any item therein on September 16, 2013; and,
WHEREAS, as required by Texas Local Government Code 102.002, the budget officer has
prepared a municipal budget to cover the proposed expenditures of the municipal government for
the succeeding year; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Ordinance is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That, all matters stated in the Recitals hereinabove are found to be true and
correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety
SECTION 2: That the Town Council hereby adopts the revised budget for the fiscal year
beginning October 1, 2012 and ending September 30, 2013 as shown in Exhibit “A.”
SECTION 3: That the Town Council do es hereby approve the proposed Municipal Budget
attached as Exhibit “A”, adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2013 and
ending September 30, 2014.
SECTION 4: That the Town Council hereby gives the Town Manager authorization to
approve any appropriated funds up to the amount of $25,000.
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SECTION 5: That a copy of the official adopted 2013-2014 budget document shall be kept
on file in the office of the Town Secretary.
SECTION 6: If any portion of this Ordinance shall, for any reason, be declared invalid by
any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions hereof
and the Council hereby determines that it would have adopted this Ordinance without the invalid
provision.
SECTION 7: That this Ordinance shall become effective from and after its date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
ATTEST: ________________________________
Laura L. Wheat, Mayor
_______________________________ _________________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Regular Meeting - Action Item
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2013
TOPIC: Consideration and discussion of an Ordinance Levying Municipal Ad Valorem
(Property) Taxes for the 2013 Year in accordance with the Fiscal Year 2013-14
Proposed Budget.
STAFF CONTACT: Tom Brymer, Town Manager
Debbie Piper, Finance Director
DECISION POINTS
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: October 1, 2013 September 30, 2014
Funding: Amount - $1,343,693 Status- Funded Source- Ad valorem Tax
0T
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Service Excellence Financial
Stewardship FS.Sustain Fiscal Health
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
Fiscal Stewardship &
Organizational
Effectiveness
5. Budget according
to established
service level
provisions within
departments.
SA 05.1: Budget Preparation
Strategy Map or VVM Connection
Strategic Issue Connection
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On June 28, 2010 the Town Council set the residential homestead tax exemption at the maximum
(20%) allowed by State law. There were also exemptions adopted by that earlier Resolution
(which is restated and confirmed in the tax levy ordinance) for an exemption for people who are
disabled or over 65 and an exemption for Freeport goods. In addition, there is a provision in the
current Town Code for a “tax freeze” for people over 65 or who are disabled and have a
Westlake residence homestead. This Town Code provision has been interpreted by the Town’s
attorney to mean that a person who currently, as of this year, has a Westlake homestead
residence and is over 65 or disabled prior to the date the tax levy is adopted will have a zero tax
rate. That interpretat ion was presented and accepted by the Town Council.
The ad valorem tax rate used in this proposed 2013-14 Budget and compared to the rates used for
FY 2012-13 is as follows:
FY 12-13 FY 13-14
Adopted Proposed
Tax Rate Tax Rate Variance
M&O $0.14197 $0.13888 $ 0.00362
I&S $0.01487 $0.01796 $ (0.00362)
$0.15684 $0.15684 $ (0.00000)
The proposed FY 13-14 tax rate of $.15684 is 2.5% less than the effective rate we are allowed to
use by law of $.16070 per $100 of the assessed valuation. We have budgeted a total of
$1,343,693 in the FY 2013-14 proposed budget.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Recommend adoption of an ordinance levying a municipal ad valorem (property) tax totaling
$0.15684 per $100 of assessed valuation.
ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance
Ordinance 715
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 715
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE,
TEXAS LEVYING TAXES TO BE ASSESSED ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTIES
WITHIN THE TOWN LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE FOR THE TAX YEAR
2013 (FISCAL YEAR 2013-2014); SETTING OUT EXEM PTIONS AND LIMITATION;
NO STATE LAW STATEMENTS REQUIRED; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION
OF DELINQUENT TAXES AND A COLLECTION PENALTY TO BE ADDED TO
DELINQUENT TAXES; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
DECLARAING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, a public hearing on the proposed annual budget for the Town of Westlake,
Texas, for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2013 and ending on September 30, 2014, was
duly advertised giving the date, time, place and subject matter of the public hearing, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was set by the Town Council in a duly posted Town
Council meeting on September 16, 2013, and all citizens were invited to participate and be
heard; and
WHEREAS, all requirements of state law were met, including Open Meetings Act,
Texas Government Code chapter 551 requirements and the requirement of Texas Local
Government Code 102.002 that the budget officer prepare a municipal budget to cover the
proposed expenditures of the municipal government for the succeeding year; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed to be in the best interest of the citizens of the Town of
Westlake, Texas to levy a tax as set forth below, on all taxable properties within the Town limits
of Westlake in order to provide the necessary funds to provide municipal services to its citizens
and to meet all municipal commitments; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake will not be raising more taxes for the 2013-2014
fiscal year than the amount that was raised for the 2012-2013 fiscal year;
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake has passed exemptions to certain applicable taxes
which were previously adopted by earlier Resolution and recognized and adopted a tax limitation
set out in the Town Municipal Code and such exemptions and limitation are included and
adopted as part of this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds the passage of this Ordinance to be in the best
interest for the citizens of Westlake, for the preservation of public health, safety and welfare of
the citizens of the Town.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That all matters stated in the findings hereinabove are found to be true and
correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirely.
SECTION 2: That the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas shall hereby levy
the following taxes on each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) of taxable valuation on all taxable
property within the Town limits of the Town of Westlake, Texas to be assessed and collected by
the Tax Assessor / Collector for the tax year 2013 (Fiscal year 2013-2014) for the purposes
stipulated below, to -wit:
(a) For General Fund Maintenance and Operations (M&O) levied on $100.00 of
taxable valuation: $0.13888
(b) For Interest and Sinking Fund (debt service) levied on $100.00 of taxable
valuation: $0.01796
SECTION 3: Exemptions: That the Town Council authorizes the following exemptions
and limitations:
(a) Homestead exemption - That it is the intent of the Town Council of the Town of
Westlake to adopt the highest possible homestead exemption, which would be a homestead
exemption in the amount of twenty percent (20%) of the value of the homestead, and in any
event, the exemption shall be at least a minimum of Five Thousand dollars ($5,000.00). For
purposes of this section "residential homestead" is defined as a structure (including a mobile
home) or a separately secured and occupied portion of a structure (together with land, no to
exceed ten (10) acres, and improvements used in the residential occupancy of the structure and
the land and improvements have identical ownership) that (1) is owned by one or more
individuals, either directly or through a beneficial interest is a qualifying trust; (2) is designed or
adapted for a human residence; (3) is used as a residence; and (4) is occupied as his or her
principal residence by an owner or, for property owned through a beneficial interest in a
qualifying trust, by a trustee of the trust who qualifies for the exemption.
(b) Over 65 or Disabled exemption - That an exemption for a resident over 65 or
disabled, pursuant to section 11.13(b) of the Texas Tax Code shall be authorized in the amount
of $10,000. A resident is eligible for an exemption under this section if the resident is over 65 or
disabled, but the resident shall not be entitled to two exemptions under this section, as set out in
section 11.13(b) of the Texas Tax Code.
(c) The Town of Westlake previously adopted an ad valorem tax limitation in section
86-2 of the Town Code, for elderly and disabled citizens according to Article VIII, Section 1-b of
the Texas Constitution and Texas Tax Code § 11.261, which provides “The county, municipality,
or junior college district may not increase the total annual amount of ad valorem taxes the
county, municipality, or junior college district imposes on the residence homestead of a disabled
individual or an individual 65 years of age or older above the amount of the taxes the county,
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municipality, or junior college district imposed on the residence homestead in the first tax year,
other than a tax year preceding the tax year in which the county, municipality, or junior college
district established the limitation described by Subsection (a), in which the individual qualified
that residence homestead for the exemption pro vided by Section 11.13(c) for a disabled
individual or an individual 65 years of age or older.” This provision, commonly referred to as a
“tax freeze” means that residents who are already eligible for the provisions of that section will
not have any increase in their taxes from the time that they became eligible, as citizens of
Westlake, for that section.
SECTION 4: State Law Required Statements:
(A) Because the Town of Westlake will not be raising more taxes this year than were raised
in the prior year, the state law statements that are required to be made when more taxes are raised
are not applicable to the Town of Westlake for this upcoming fiscal year.
(B) The tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year will remain the same at $0.15684 (M & O of
$0.13888 and interest and sinking fund of $0.01796 totaling $0.15684). The taxes raised for
maintenance and operations will be approximately $111,104 on a $100,000 home with a
homestead exemption.
SECTION 5: The Town of Westlake will pursue collection of delinquent taxes and
adopts the provisions of Section 33.07 of the Texas Tax Code so that hereafter an additional
penalty of Twenty (20) percent of the delinquent tax, penalty and interest on delinquent taxes
will be imposed on taxes becoming delinquent as provided by the Texas Tax Code and the
Town’s collection agreement .
SECTION 6: If any portio n of this Ordinance shall, for any reason, be declared invalid
by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions
hereof and the Council hereby determines that it would have adopted this Ordinance without t he
invalid provision.
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SECTION 7: That this Ordinance shall become effective from and after its date of
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2013.
ATTEST: _____________________________
Laura L. Wheat, Mayor
____________________________
Kelly Edwards, Town Secretary ______________________________
Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
L. Stanton Lowry, Town Attorney
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estlake Town Council
TYPE OF ACTION
Workshop - Report
Westlake Town Council Meeting
Monday, September 16 , 2013
TOPIC: Consider approval of Resolution Creating and Appointing a
Comprehensive Plan Review and Update Steering Committee.
STAFF CONTACT: Tom Brymer, Town Manager
Decision Points
Start Date Completion Date
Timeframe: September 16, 2013 October 1, 2013 (estimated, completion date
could change)
Funding: Amount - $338,950 Status- Funded Source - General Fund
.
Decision Alignment
VVM Perspective Desired Outcome
Exemplary
Governance Customer Focus CF. Promote Best Practice Policy
Governance
Strategic Issue Outcome
Strategy Staff Action
N/A N/A N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Reviewing and updating the Town’s existing 1992 Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan) has been
identified as a Town Council priority. The existing Comprehensive Plan has not had a thorough,
holistic review for possible updating since it was adopted, with the exception of changes to the
land use plan portion of the Comp Plan that were made to reflect previous zoning decisions. As
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a point of comparison, in municipalities located in high growth areas like ours, it would be
customary to perform a holistic review and update of the comprehensive plan at least once over a
twenty (20) year time frame. At the August 26, 2013 Regular Meeting, the Town Council
retained MESA Planning as the Planning Consultant to assist the Town in the review and update
of its 1992 Comprehensive Plan
It is important to note that this proposed review and update of the Town’s Comp Plan
utilizes an extensive public participation component through the use of a task force/steering
committee appointed by the Town Council. This public involvement process helps to attain
transparency in the process of reviewing the plan and insures input from the community’s
various stakeholder groups in the Comp Plan’s updated content.
The Role of the Steering Committee: The Westlake Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
is a central link between the on-going work of the Planning Consultant and the public input that
informs that work. The Steering Committee assures the Town that key public concerns are heard
by the consultant and addressed in the process of plan formulation. As the planning moves
toward finalization, adoption, and application, the Steering Committee emerges as a leadership
that:
• Speaks to adoption of the plan when brought to the Planning Commission and Council
(as the product of a process of community participation)
• Observes and advocates for application of the plan in the on-going decision processes of
governance
• Advises as to the meaning of the plan in areas where such understanding is needed (using
their participation in the Plan Process as a basis for such clarification)
Characteristics of the Steering Committee: Staff and our planning consultant recommend that
the Town council recruit and appoint community members, land owners, residents, business
people, and other key stakeholders across the Town to this Steering Committee. Further, they
recommend that the size of the working group be no more than 12 persons, appointed to the
Committee by the Council. It is also recommended that the Steering Committee have one
chairperson.
ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY/RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of this resolution and appointment of the Comprehensive Plan Steering
Committee to work with the Town’s Planning Consultant to review and update the Town’s 1992
Comprehensive Plan.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution including Exhibit A which provides a description of the role and responsibilities of
the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.
Resolution 13-28
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TOWN OF WESTLAKE
RESOLUTION 13-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE,
TEXAS, AUTHORZING AN UPDATE OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND
THE APPOINTMENT OF REVIEW STEERING COMMITTEE.
WHEREAS, the Town Council recognizes the importance of c itizen engagement
and involvement as a critical component to the Town’s efforts to review and update its
existing Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Westlake Town Council has identified as a priority the review
and update of the 1992 Comprehensive Plan and has retained the services of a Planning
Consultant to assist the Town’s efforts in the review process; and,
WHEREAS, to provide for citizen engagement and involvement during this
important process, the Town Council wishes to create and appoint a Comprehensive Plan
Steering Committee to serve as a central link between the on-going work of the Planning
Consultant and the public input that informs that work; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council intends for the Comprehensive Plan Steering
Committee to represent a cross section of the Town of Westlake and, as such, the
Committee will be constituted of stakeholders including land owners, residents, business
people, and other key Town of Westlake stakeholders; and,
WHEREAS, The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is intended to assure
the Town that key public concerns are heard by the Planning Consultant and addressed in
the process of plan review and formulation; and,
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Resolution is in the
best int erest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That , all matters stated in the Recitals hereinabove are found to be
true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That , the Town of Westlake Town Council, does hereby approve
this resolution appointing the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, the membership
to which will be as follows:
INSERT NAMES OF STEERING COMMITTEE
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SECTION 3: That , the Town Council approves the attached Exhibit “A” as a
part of this resolution providing a general description of the scope and duties of this
Steering Committee as it works with the Town’s Planning Consultant on the update and
review of the Town’s 1992 Comprehensive Plan.
SECTION 4: If any portion of this Resolution shall, for any reason, be declared
invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the
remaining provisions hereof and the Council hereby determines that it would have
adopted this Resolution without the invalid provision.
SECTION 5: That this resolution shall become effective from and after its date
of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2013.
___________________________________
Laura Wheat , Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________ ___________________________________
Kelly Edwards, TRMC, Town Secretary Thomas E. Brymer, Town Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Stan Lowry, Town Attorney
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FORGING THE FUTURE: WESTLAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE STEERING COMMITTEE JOB
DESCRIPTION
The Role of the Steering Committee: The Westlake Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is a central
link between the on-going work of the Planning Consultant and the Public Input that informs that work.
The Steering Committee assures the City that key public concerns are heard by the consultant and
addressed in the process of plan formulation. As the planning process moves toward finalization,
adoption, and application; the Steering Committee emerges as a leadership that:
• Speaks to adoption of the plan when brought to the Commission and Council (as the product of
a process of community participation)
• Observes and advocates for application of the plan in the on-going decision processes of
governance
• Advises as to the meaning of the plan in areas where such understanding is needed (using their
participation in the Plan Process as a basis for such clarification)
Characteristics of the Steering Committee: Efforts will be made to recruit community members, land
owners, residents, business people, and other key stakeholders across the Town of Westlake. The size
of the working group will be no more than 12 persons, appointed to the Steering Committee by the
Town Council. The working group will have one chairperson.
Responsibilities of the Steering Committee Member: In order to fulfill the above described role, each
member of the Steering Committee is an active participant in the planning process with the following
responsibilities:
• Steering Committee members will be asked to speak in behalf of the Comprehensive Plan as it
moves toward completion.
• Steering Committee members will be asked to lead discussion groups during the public
participation process
• Steering Committee members will be asked to review materials to be presented to pubic
workshops.
• Steering Committee members will be asked to clarify public input received.
• More specifically, members of the Steering Committee will:
o Attend the Kick-off meeting with the consultant Planning Team to become familiar with
the scope of work, the planning process, and the general materials that the plan must
address.
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o Attend three pre-public workshop work sessions to become familiar with the
consultant’s work to date, review material to be presented at each of the public
workshops, comment on the workshop materials, collaborate with the consultant as to
the sequence of workshop events, understand the Committee Members’ role in each
workshop, and strategize with the consultant as to how attendance can be maximized.
o Attend each of the three public workshops, performing the following workshop
activities:
Workshop #1: Goals and Objectives
Leading breakout group sessions and document key points of discussion on a
flip chart
Presenting the key ideas, suggestions, comments, concerns identified during the
break-out group to the full body of participants (assembled after the break-out
group discussions are completed)
Help the Consultant team understand the input received
Workshop #2: Planning Framework
Same as above
Public Workshop #3: Putting It All Together (Town hall Session)
Monitor one of the Plan Component Stations (such as a land use station) set up
for the public review as they walk among all stations
Answer questions posed by participants
Document further key inputs
o Attend a post workshop/ pre-report submittal work session to review the final plan
components, public input received at Workshop #3, and strategize regarding plan
adoption
o Attend Public Hearings during the process of plan consideration and adoption.
Members of the Steering Committee will lead the presentation by introduction and
closing statements.
o Help launch/ establish a planning advisory committee that will be an on-going link
between the plan process and plan application over time.
Time Commitments: It is anticipated that a minimum of 20 hours will be devoted to meetings over the 9
month duration of the plan process.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council will conduct a closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code,
annotated, Chapter 551, Subchapter D for the following:
a. Section 551.071 (2) Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of
the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the is
Chapter including but are not limited to the following: Town of Westlake
Certificate of Convenience & Necessity (CCN) for water and sewer service.
b. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on
legal matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or
other legal matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or
contemplated litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the
following: Trophy Club Municipal District Number 1
c. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on
legal matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or
other legal matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or
contemplated litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the
following: Texas Student Housing vs. Brazos County Appraisal District and
Appraisal Review Board for Brazos County Appraisal District
Town of Westlake
Item # 8 –
Executive Session
Town of Westlake
Item # 9 – Reconvene
Meeting
The Council will conduct a closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code, annotated,
Chapter 551, Subchapter D for the following:
a. Section 551.071 (2) Consultation with Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the
attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional
Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the is Chapter including but
are not limited to the following: Town of Westlake Certificate of Convenience &
Necessity (CCN) for water and sewer service.
b. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on legal
matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement off ers, or other legal
matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or contemplated
litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the following: Trophy
Club Municipal District Number 1
c. Section 551.071(2) Consultation with Attorney - to seek advice of counsel on legal
matters involving pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, or other legal
matters not related directly to litigation or settlement. Pending or contemplated
litigation and settlement offers include but are not limited to the following: Texas
Student Housing vs. Brazos County Appraisal District and Appraisal Review Board for
Brazos County Appraisal District
Town of Westlake
Item # 10 – Take any
Necessary Action, if
necessary
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Any Council member may request at a workshop and / or
Council meeting, under “Future Agenda Item Requests”, an agenda item for a future
Council meeting. The Council Member making the request will contact the Town Manager
with the requested item and the Town Manager will list it on the agenda. At the meeting,
the requesting Council Member will explain the item, the need for Council discussion of
the item, the item’s relationship to the Council’s strategic priorities, and the amount of
estimated staff time necessary to prepare for Council discussion. If the requesting Council
Member receives a second, the Town Manager will place the item on the Council agenda
calendar allowing for adequate time for staff preparation on the agenda item.
- None
Town of Westlake
Item #11 - Future
Agenda Items
COUNCIL CALENDAR
New WA Parents’ Reception
September 19, 2013; 6:30-8:30 pm
Home of Doug & Laura Wheat
Legislative Update Breakfast hosted by Northwest Metroport Chamber
September 27, 2013; 7:30 – 9:00 am
DFW Marriott Hotel & Golf Club at Championship Circle
Planning and Zoning Meeting
September 30, 2013
WA Homecoming & Football Game
October 4, 2013; time TBA
Board of Trustees Meeting
October 7, 2013
Westlake Baja at Vaquero hosted by the WA Foundation
October 15, 2013; 5:00 pm
Vaquero Club
Westlake Annual Classic Car Show hosted by the WHPS
October 19, 2013; 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (Awards at 3:00 pm)
Solana Club Parking Lot
WA Monster Mash hosted by the WAHOC
October 26, 2013; Details TBA
Town Council Meeting
October 28, 2013
Town of Westlake
Item # 12 –
Council Calendar
Town of Westlake
Item # 13 –
Adjournment
Back up material has not
been provided for this item.