Town Council Minutes - 09/13/2021 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES
Monday,September 13,2021;7 PM
The Trophy Club Town Council met in a Regular Meeting on Monday,September 13,2021.The meeting was held at Town
Hall, 1 Trophy Wood Drive in the Council Chambers.
TOWN COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alicia L. Fleury Mayor
Greg Lamont Mayor Pro Tern, Place 1
Dennis Sheridan Council Member,Place 3
Karl Monger Council Member, Place 4
Philip Shoff ner Council Member, Place 6
STAFF PRESENT:
Wade Carroll Town Manager
Leticia Vacek Town Governance Officer/Town Secretary/RMO
David Dodd Town Attorney
Patrick Arata Police Chief
Jack Taylor Fire Chief
Tony Jaramillo Director of Parks and Recreation
Matt Cox Director of Community Development
Mike Erwin Finance Manager
Jill Lind Communications&Marketing Manager
CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM
Mayor Fleury called the meeting to order at 7 PM and noted a quorum present, noting that all five Council Members were
present.
INVOCATION
Pastor Jeff Brooks, Lake Cities Church of Christ, delivered the Invocation and prayed for all women and men who serve the
public, sacrificing their time, giving their energy and their hearts. He asked that we be mindful of all who have made the
ultimate sacrifice to lay down their lives for us.
PLEDGES
Council Member Sheridan led the pledges to the American Flag and Texas Flag.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
1. Business Spotlight—Qwench Juice Bar&DRNK Coffee+Tea
Matthew Glave, Manager of Qwench Juice Bar& DRNK announced their opening in December 2020 as a new concept to the
Juice Bar&Coffee Industry. Qwench is located next to Anamia's Mexican Restaurant and open Sunday—Saturday,8am—8pm.
Their menu items include organic coffees from California,smoothies,acai bowls,raw juices,yogurt bowls,lattes,teas,breakfast
items, and sandwiches, with all items made fresh in the store at the time of the order. Mr. Glave noted that no artificial
sweeteners are used, only super foods,such as pumpkin seeds, almonds, nuts,and hemp seeds. Mr. Glave shared one of the
favorite coffees with the Council. Mayor Fleury welcomed Qwench Trophy Club and thanked Mr.Glave for the delicious coffee.
2. Life Saving Awards:
Fire Department—Capt.Donnie Hurd,Firefighter Steve Rusk,and Firefighter Raffi Kaftajian
Westlake FD—Jeremy Arrington,and Travis Livingston
Chief Taylor reported on August 15,2021,the Trophy Club Fire Department responded to several emergencies in a short period.
The initial call received dispatched the squad and ambulance; shortly after, a stroke call was received and their Fire Truck
responded,as well as a Roanoke Ambulance. Within minutes, a third call was received, and Chief Taylor responded.
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The truck was initially cleared from the second call and immediately responded to the third call,which involved an unconscious
patient. At that time,Westlake Ambulance was dispatched to aid with the call.This call involved a CPR Save,with the patient
being transported to Baylor Grapevine and recently discharged from the hospital. Chief Taylor praised the outstanding job
provided by Trophy Club, Roanoke and Westlake Fire Departments. He thanked the Council and Community for their
willingness to put forth the funds to have top notch Police and Fire equipment, training and personnel providing exceptional
service to Trophy Club Citizens. Chief Taylor presented an award and certificate to Captain Donnie Hurd,Firefighter Steve Rusk,
Firefighter Raffi Kaftajian,and Westlake Firefighter Jeremy Arrington. He also recognized Westlake Firefighter Travis Livingston,
who was called away to respond to a call.
Council Member Sheridan thanked all Firefighters for a job well done. Mayor Fleury recognized Chief Taylor for being first on
the scene of the CPR Call,thanked him for his service, strong leadership while presenting him with an award.
3. American Heart Association Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award to Trophy Club FD EMS.(J.Taylor&Dr.Robert Hancock)
Mayor Fleury welcomed Dr. Robert Hancock, Assistant Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine of OSU School of Medicine
and EMS Medical Director of Euless, Roanoke,Keller,and Westlake Fire Departments. Dr. Hancock provided a summary of the
American Heart Association Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award. He reported that AHA measures the metrics based on treatment
of chest pain, heart attacks, cardiac arrest, and stroke patients, as well as how quick treatment begins, patient is transported
and how quick to recognize if the Cath Lab is to be alerted. He shared a study regarding EMS response times that found that
the quality and higher level of care and better trained crew had a higher percentage of saving lives. He also shared the survival
to discharge with neurological function is the goal as a physician. He reported that all agencies in this area are well over double
the survival rate compared to larger cities, with key factors being leadership and training, and Trophy Club exemplifies these
character traits. Mayor Fleury thanked Dr. Hancock for his presence and accolades to the Fire Department.
On behalf of Dr.Justin Northeim,Medical Director for Trophy Club Fire Department,Dr.Hancock presented Captain Shane Beck
with the Mission Lifeline Gold Plus Award. He stated the Life Saving Award showed proof of why this award is so well deserved
and the rarity of a City receiving a Gold Plus Award 2 straight years. Captain Beck reflected on the Council's leadership as well
as within the department. Mayor Fleury congratulated Captain Beck on completion of his 25 years of service to Trophy Club.
4. Update on Pet Fest to be held Saturday,October 2,2021;9 AM—11 AM.(W.Carroll)
Town Manager Carroll announced the 131h Annual Pet Fest set for Saturday, October 2, 2021;9 AM—11 AM at Freedom Dog
Park. Said event will bring multiple vendors, includes face painting and other child activities, with additional information
available on the Trophy Club Website. Mayor Fleury encouraged citizens to attend this fun-filled,popular event.
PROCLAMATIONS
5. Issuance of Proclamation 2021-23 proclaiming Suicide Awareness Month. (Mayor Fleury)
Mayor Fleury read Proclamation 2021-23 and made a motion to approve. Council Member Monger seconded the motion. The
motion carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan,Monger,Shoff ner,Mayor Pro Tern Lamont, Mayor Fleury
NAY: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Fleury presented Proclamation 2021-23 to Council Member Monger, GallantFew Executive Director and thanked him for his
continued education and excellent work provided to Veterans. Council Member Monger thanked Mayor Fleury for recognizing the
work involved and added the importance of staying in the moment,keeping focused and knowing life is good.
Mayor Fleury addressed Item Number 8 at this time.
S. Take appropriate action to approve Resolution 2021-10 approving the Tax Roll of the Denton Central Appraisal
District and Tarrant County Appraisal District for 2021. (M.Erwin)
Mayor Pro Tern Lamont made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-10 approving the Tax Roll of the Denton Central Appraisal
District Council and Tarrant County Appraisal District for 2021. Council Member Monger seconded the motion. The motion carried as
follows:
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AYE: Sheridan,Monger,Shoffner, Mayor Pro Tem Lamont,Mayor Fleury
NAY: None
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
6. Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the proposed Tax Rate for Fiscal Year October 1,2021 to September 30,2022.(M.
Erwin)
Mayor Fleury declared the Public Hearing open at 7:30 pm on the proposed Tax Rate for Fiscal Year October 1,2021 to September
30, 2022. Mayor Fleury asked if anyone had registered to speak. Town Governance Officer Vacek confirmed there were no speakers for
the Public Hearing. Mayor Fleury declared the Public Hearing closed at 7:30 pm.
INDVIDIUAL ITEMS
7. Take appropriate action approving Ordinance 2021-18 fixing and levying Municipal Ad Valorem Taxes for the Town of
Trophy Club's fiscal year beginning October 1,2021 and ending September 30,2022;directing the assessment thereof;
and providing an effective date.(W.Carroll).
Mr.Carroll reported at the last meeting,Council approved the budget,which is the spending of the funds. The setting and approving of the
tax rate is the revenue side of the budget. He noted that staff and the Budget Subcommittee has worked diligently to develop a budget that
is good for the Town as well as follow the direction of the citizens to leave the tax rate the same and continue providing services to the Town.
Mayor Pro Tem Lamont made a motion to approve the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of the tax rate of$0.445000 per
$100.00 valuation,which is effectively a 1.61%increase in the tax rate. He stated for the record,the tax and percentage rates are not being
increased,as State Law requires that nomenclature be used,which is the confusion to all. Council Member Shoffner seconded the motion.
Council Member Sheridan stated he is not in favor of the tax rate increase as tonight's presentation and explanation of incidents performed
by the Fire Department as well as by the Police Department reflects that the Town needs to support these departments and keep the same
level of service where it is, not lowering it. Mayor Fleury reported this amount decreases this year's budget revenue by$28,546.21,as
provided by Mr.Carroll. She added that that the savings would be$7.21 per year on a$500,000 Trophy Club Home. Mayor Fleury added
that in 10 years the same homeowner would save$72.10,while the loss to the Town would be$280,462.60. Mayor Fleury agreed with
Council Member Sheridan's comments and shared that the recent survey overwhelming showed that residents enjoy the services provided
and want these to remain the same. She added that if the Town decreases taxes,the service levels would be hard to maintain. She shared
her philosophy that Council is to make decisions based on what is best for the Town and Residents,not what looks good for the Council.
Lastly,she added that an annual$7.21 in savings per household is not worth a decrease in services. The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Monger,Shoffner, Mayor Pro Tem Lamont
NAY: Sheridan,Mayor Fleury
ABSENT: None
The motion failed.
Council Member Sheridan made a motion to approve Ordinance 2021-18 fixing and levying Municipal Ad Valorem Taxes for the Town of
Trophy Club's fiscal year beginning October 1,2021 and ending September 30,2022 at 0.446442/$100 valuation directing the assessment
thereof;and providing for an effective date. Mayor Fleury seconded the motion. The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan,Mayor Fleury
NAY: Monger,Shoffner,Mayor Pro Tem Lamont
ABSENT: None
The motion failed.
Mayor Pro Tem Lamont moved to approve Ordinance 2021-18 fixing and levying Municipal Ad Valorem Taxes at the tax rate of
$0.445000/$100 valuation which is effectively a 1.61%increase in the tax rate for the Town of Trophy Club's fiscal year beginning October 1,
2021 and ending September 30,2022 and added that the tax rate is not being increased. Council Member Shoffner seconded the motion.
The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Monger,Shoffner,Mayor Pro Tem Lamont
NAY: Sheridan,Mayor Fleury
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ABSENT: None
The motion failed.
Council Member Sheridan made a motion that that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of$0.446442 over$100,
which is effectively a 1.94%increase in the tax rate. And if Ordinance 2021-18 is approved,the Ordinance fixing and levying Municipal Ad
Valorem Taxes for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022; and for each fiscal year thereafter until
otherwise provided at a rate of 0.446442 per$100 assessed valuation of all taxable property within the corporate limits of the Town. Mayor
Fleury seconded the motion. The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan,Monger,Mayor Fleury
NAY Shoffner,Mayor Pro Tem Lamont
ABSENT: None
The motion failed.
A lengthy discussion ensued whereby Mayor Fleury indicated that a new motion would need to be made.
Mayor Pro Tem Lamont made a motion to approve Ordinance 2021-18 the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of
0.445000 per$100 valuation,which is effectively a 1.61%increase in the tax rate and added that the tax and percentage rates are not being
increased but the State requires nomenclature be used,which is confusing. Council Member Shoffner seconded the motion. The motion
carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan, Monger,Shoffner, Mayor Pro Tem Lamont
NAY: Mayor Fleury
ABSENT: None
The motion carried.
9. Take appropriate action approving Resolution 2021-11 authorizing the Annual Service and Assessment Plan for the
Emergency Services District for the Town of Trophy Club Public Improvement District. No. 1(The Highlands at Trophy
Club) and the proposed Assessment Roll; setting a Public Hearing Date and authorizing the publication of notice;
enacting other provision related thereto.(M.Erwin)
Mr. Erwin reported said item will set the public hearing date for the next Town Council Meeting for the Emergency Services
District Tax Rate for The Highlands,which will be 0.0412,a decrease from last year. He noted should the Council approve,staff
will send DTA an email to move forward with the mailing requirement to citizens that live in the PID.
Mayor Pro Tem Lamont made a motion to approve Resolution 2021-11 setting the date of the Public Hearing for September
27, 2021, authorizing the publication of the notice and enacting other provisions related thereto for the Annual Service and
Assessment Plan for the Emergency Services District for Public Improvement District No. 1(The Highlands at Trophy Club)and
the proposed Assessment Roll. Council Member Shoffner seconded the motion and asked for verification,that residents in the
PID District No. 1 pay no more or no less than residents in the MUD District. Mr. Erwin confirmed that was correct for Fire
Services. The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan,Monger,Shoffner, Mayor Pro Tem Lamont, Mayor Fleury
NAY: None
ABSENT: None
10. Take appropriate action approving the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 24,2021.(L.Vacek)
Mayor Pro Tem Lamont made a motion to approve the August 24, 2021 Town Council Meeting Minutes. Council Member
Shoffner seconded the motion. The motion carried as follows:
AYE: Sheridan, Monger,Shoffner, Mayor Pro Tem Lamont, Mayor Fleury
NAY: None
ABSENT:None
11. Future Agenda Items List.(W.Carroll)
Mr. Carroll presented four items on the Future Agenda Items List. He asked if there were any additional items to add or any
clarification on the four items listed. Mayor Pro Tem Lamont asked who was serving on the Veterans Committee. Mr.Carroll
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reported the members are Council Members Sheridan, Monger, Mr.Jim Parrow, Mr.Tony Jaramillo, and himself. No further
discussion was had on said item and Mayor Fleury addressed Public Comments.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Fleury invited residents to speak at any time during a Council Meeting and follow the rules of decorum. Mayor Fleury
reminded everyone that during Public Comments; Council is not able to engage or discuss the topic being spoken, Council
may only listen and that does not mean Council agrees or disagrees with the information presented, or that it is correct, or
incorrect. Mayor Fleury announced that if a "Point of Order" is called, the speaker must stop and action must be taken, in
order to abide by the rules. Mayor Fleury asked if anyone had registered to speak. Town Governance Officer confirmed there
were no speakers for Public Comment.
Mayor Fleury thanked everyone who participated in the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, with special thanks to all First
Responders, non-profit groups, residents, and guests present. She added the importance of always remembering 9/11 and
honoring the lost heroes at the yearly event. Mayor Fleury reminded all to attend the upcoming Pet Fest on October 2, 2021,
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Fleury adjourned the meeting at 7:58 PM.
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