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Agenda Packet TC 05/18/2009Town of Trophy Club Town Council Regular Meeting Agenda 100 Municipal Drive Trophy Club, Texas 76262 Monday, May 18, 2009 6:00 P.M. A.1 Call to order and announce a quorum. A.2 Council to convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Annotated, Section 551.071 (1) and (2) "Consultation With Attorney," in order to seek the advice of its attorney as follows: A. Legal advice relative to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals, and potential settlement of same. A.3 Discuss and take appropriate action relative to Executive Session Item Number A2. B.1 Invocation. B.2 Pledge of allegiance to the American Flag. Pledge of allegiance to the Texas Flag. "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible." C.1 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, April 6, 2009. C.2 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, April 20, 2009. C.3 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, May 6, 2009. D.1 Public Hearing for a proposed Zoning Change from "R-15" Single Family Residential to "R-12" Single Family Residential for an approximate 2.300 acres located where Ridge View Lane dead ends into vacant land just north of the intersection of Skyline Drive and Ridge View Lane, Requested by Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., on behalf of BDMR Development, LLC (ZCA-09-015) 1 D.2 Public Hearing regarding proposed changes to the Town of Trophy Club Code of Ordinances, Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, Supplementary District Regulations, Section 5.03 "Accessory Structures and Uses" including without limitation, amending and adopting new regulations affecting accessory structures, and affecting locations of flagpoles. (ADM-09-002) E.1 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2000-06 P&Z, the same being the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the Town, to change the zoning from "R-15" Single Family Residential to "R-12" Single Family Residential for an approximate 2.300 acres located where Ridge View Lane dead ends into vacant land just north of the intersection of Skyline Drive and Ridge View Lane and amending the Official Town Zoning Map to reflect the zoning change to R-12 Single Family Residential. (Requested by Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., on behalf of BDMR Development, LLC -- ZCA-09-015) E.2 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance amending Subsection A(1)(b)(vi), Subsection A(1)(c) and Subsection D of Section 5.03 "Accessory Structures and Uses" of Article V "Supplementary District Regulations", of Chapter 13 "Zoning" of the Code of Ordinances of the Town , including without limitation, amending and adopting new regulations affecting accessory structures, and affecting locations of flagpoles. (ADM-09-002) E.3 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an ordinance canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the Joint General and Joint Special Election held on May 9, 2009. A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance putting the Home Rule Charter Amendments from the May 9th 2009 Joint General and Joint Special Election into effect. E.4 Outgoing remarks by Mayor Sanders. E.5 Oath of Office to be administered by Municipal Court Judge, Mark Chambers and Presentation of Certificate of Election from the Mayor to Incoming Council Members. E.6 Citizen Presentations: this is an opportunity for citizens to address the Council on any matter whether or not it is posted on the agenda. The Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any presentations made to the Council at this time concerning an item not listed on the agenda. The Council will hear presentations on specific agenda items prior to the Council addressing those items. You may speak up to three (3) minutes or the time limit determined by the Mayor or presiding officer. To speak during this item you must complete the Speaker's form that includes the topic(s) of your statement. Topics of presentation should be limited to matters over which the Council has authority. 2 E.7 Opening remarks by Mayor White and comments from incoming members of the Town Council. E.8 Discuss and take appropriate action to approve an amendment to the Bank resolution naming authorized representatives on First Financial Bank accounts. E.9 Items for Future Agenda. F.1 Adjourn. 3 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.A.1 Call to order and announce a quorum. (lh) 4 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.A.2 Council to convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Annotated, Section 551.071 (1) and (2) "Consultation With Attorney," in order to seek the advice of its attorney as follows: A. Legal advice relative to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals, and potential settlement of same. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: Attachments: None 5 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.A.3 Discuss and take appropriate action relative to Executive Session Item Number A2. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: Attachments: None 6 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.B.1 Invocation. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling will offer the Invocation. 7 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.B.2 Pledge of allegiance to the American Flag. Pledge of allegiance to the Texas Flag. "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible." Council member Edstrom will lead the Pledges. 8 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.C.1 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, April 6, 2009. EXPLANATION: Item D.4 has been revised to reflect that accurate vote of Council member Wilson. D.4 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Resolution approving the submission of the grant application for Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Initiative Program for the 2009-2010/ 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 fiscal years, designating the Town Manager as the authorized official for the Town with the authority to execute all necessary documents. Motion passed 4:1, with Wilson abstaining opposing. RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: (lmh) Attachments: 1. Minutes dated April 6, 2009 9 MINUTES OF REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB LOCATION: 100 MUNICIPAL DRIVE, TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS Monday, April 6, 2009 6:00 P.M. STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF DENTON § The Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, met in a Regular Session on Monday, April 6, 2009. The meeting was held within the boundaries of the Town and was open to the public. TOWN COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Nick Sanders Mayor Philip Sterling Mayor Pro Tem Susan Edstrom Council Member Kathleen Wilson Council Member Jim Moss Council Member Glenn Strother Council Member STAFF AND GUEST(S) PRESENT: Brandon Emmons Town Manager Stephen Seidel Assistant Town Manager Lisa Hennek Town Secretary Patricia Adams Town Attorney Kathy DuBose Finance Director Danny Thomas Fire Chief Scott Kniffen Police Chief Adam Adams Parks Director A.1 Mayor Sanders called to order and announced a quorum at 6:00 p.m. TOWN COUNCIL CONVENED INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:02 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION (6:00 – 7:00 p.m.) A.2 Council to convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Annotated, Subchapter 551, Section 551.074(a) "Personnel Matters, regarding the annual evaluation of the Town Attorney and Section 551.071 (1) and (2) "Consultation With Attorney," in order to seek the advice of its attorney as follows: 10 A. Patricia Adams, Town Attorney Annual Evaluation (Section 551.074 (a)(1)) B. Legal advice related to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals filed by MUD1 and MUD2 and Town responses to actions taken by MUD1 and MUD2. TOWN COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION AT 7:12 p.m. *REGULAR SESSION B.1 Council member Strother offered the Invocation. B.2 Mayor Pro Tem Sterling led the Pledges. B.3 Citizen Presentations: Chuck Hall, 4 Shady Oaks Court – Submitted a letter to be read into the record. Mr. Hall requested the bushes on the median at Indian Creek and Shady Oaks be removed as it impairs visibility and is a safety issue. Dave Edstrom, 269 Oakhill Drive – Requested the Town Council’s help to ensure residents have correct information so residents will understand the need to vote yes on Proposition # 2 for the Town to assume the powers, duties, assets and obligations of MUD 2 without any further delay. Mayor Sanders introduced Kathy DuBose, Finance Director. Town Manager Emmons stated that Ms. DuBose started three weeks ago and comes highly decorated with a vast amount of financial experience. The Council considered the Consent Agenda prior to the Annual update and presentation by the Park Board. B.4 Annual update and presentation by the Park Board; discuss and take appropriate action regarding same. Park Chair, J.D. Stotts announced a quorum of the Park Board. Chair Stotts began the presentation by listing the current and future Park Board projects and programs, events and operations. 11 Council member Edstrom expressed her pride in the Park Board and Park Staff for all of their hard work on Trophy Club Park. Park member and Chair of Park Facility Sub-Committee, Larry Lentzner thanked the Mayor and Council for the Park Board’s opportunity. Mr. Lentzer thanked the Council for their foresight several years ago with the Park and described the amenities that will be geared to the children. Council member Edstrom appreciated Mr. Lentzner’s enthusiasm and commitment. J.D. Stotts thanked all the residents who showed up to hear the presentation. Mr. Stotts spoke about the Amenity Lakes and Trail System currently being constructed. Council member Moss thanked the Park Board for their service and stated that he is proud of the progression and enthusiasm. Council member Wilson stated that the Board’s plan is something the Council needs to hear going into the budget season. Wilson is excited about the trails, which will be a premier amenity for the school and will be a significant attraction. The Town was built on volunteers and she is glad to be associated with the Park Board. Town Manager Emmons confirmed that the sign ordinance will need to be amended to accommodate the Park Board’s suggestion on advertising. Chair Stotts adjourned the Park Board quorum. Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Wilson to approve the Consent Agenda, Items C.1 - C.11. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. C.1 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the approval of the Subdivider's Agreement for an 11.047 acre tract of land known as The Highlands at Trophy Club Neighborhood 2, Phase 2H. C.2 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Resolution approving the submission of the grant application for the Byron Nelson High School Resource Officer Program for the 2009-2010 fiscal year and designating the Town Manager as the authorized official for the Town. C.3 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Resolution approving the submission of the grant application for the extension of the current School Resource Officer Program for the 2009- 2010 fiscal year and designating the Town Manager as the authorized official for the Town. 12 C.4 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve an amendment to the Bank resolution naming authorized representatives on First Financial Bank and Texpool signature accounts. C.5 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve financials and variance report dated: a. February 2009 C.6 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, January 26, 2009. C.7 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, February 2, 2009 Joint Session. C.8 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, February 2, 2009. C.9 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, March 1, 2009. C.10 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, March 2, 2009. C.11 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, March 9, 2009. End of Consent TOWN COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION *REGULAR SESSION D.1 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding issues related to the May 9, 2009 election, including the voter's guide, ballot order, and candidate's forum. Town Manager Emmons explained the Voter’s Information Guide handed out for Council’s reference. Emmons said that there are restrictions on how Staff explains the guide in order not to be accused of using municipal funds to sway the public’s vote. Council member Wilson asked if the territory under Proposition #1 could be clarified and tagged so a voter could actually see what they are voting on. Pearl Ford, 2 Spring Creek Court – Questioned why the document was not included in the packet. 13 Council directed Staff to print Draft copies of the Voter’s Guide. Council will send revisions to Town Attorney Adams and Town Manager Emmons by Wednesday, April 18, 2009 at Noon. Upon review of the revisions, the updated Guide will be posted to the website and announced in the Listserv. Council member Strother agreed to represent the Town at the Candidate Forum regarding the Town’s Proposition #2. D.2 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the acceptance of the fiscal year audit ending September 30, 2008 for the Town of Trophy Club. Town Manager Emmons introduced John DeBurro, Senior Manager and Shawn Parker, Managing Partner from Weaver and Tidwell, L.L.P. John DeBurro presented and praised the Town on receiving an unqualifying opinion. Mr. DeBurro explained the report and their consideration of the Town’s internal controls over financial reporting and the compliance tests with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts and grants. Council member Wilson requested that Town Manager Emmons bring forth suggestions on how to improve the deficiencies noted in the report. Shawn Parker, Managing Partner, said that the remaining fund balance is very healthy. The significant deficiency noted is a common one and typical due to the law change several years ago. Mayor Sanders confirmed that Mr. DeBurro did not tell Town Manager Emmons anything that was not documented in the audit. Town Manager Emmons said the Management Discussion and Analysis is a narrative of what is found in the Financial Statements. Financial Highlights: • Assets exceeded liabilities by over $35 million • Net Assets increased by $21 million • At year end, unreserved fund balance was $1,830, 233 Budgetary Highlights: • Revenues - Budget was reduced by $26,000 • Expenses - All were under budget except Streets, the Street Department was over by approximately $50k, but that was a result of the Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County for street repairs. Net Positive impact of $448,073 14 Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Sterling to accept the fiscal year audit ending September 30, 2008 for the Town of Trophy Club. Motion passed unanimously without further discussion. D.3 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding concerns expressed at the March, 2009 Council meeting about Town Financials and financial solvency, including discussion and action on a report on the budget contingency plan and the current financial position of the Town. No action taken, discussion only. D.4 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Resolution approving the submission of the grant application for Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Initiative Program for the 2009-2010/ 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 fiscal years, designating the Town Manager as the authorized official for the Town with the authority to execute all necessary documents. Town Manager Emmons said the grant is part of the Reinvestment Act and the grant will fund salary and benefits at 100% for the officer. The Town will fund testing, uniforms and equipment providing the employee remains employed with the Town for at least four years. Council member Edstrom said the timing is perfect considering the projected budget presented last year communicated the need for a new officer beginning in 2010-11. Mayor Sanders said approval of the Resolution provided Staff the authority to submit the grant, and does not obligate the Town to accept the funds. Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Strother to approve a Resolution approving the submission of the grant application for Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Initiative Program for the 2009-2010, 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 fiscal years, designating the Town Manager as the authorized official for the Town with the authority to execute all necessary documents. Council member Wilson questioned the cost. Mayor Sanders stated the cost of four officers over a three-year period is approximately $250,000. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling favored applying for the Grant. Council member Strother clarified that approval only authorizes Staff to submit application and does not obligate the Council to anything more. 15 Mover and second modified the motion to change the second whereas clause from three to four officers. Motion passed 4:1, with Wilson opposing. D.5 Receive and discuss the 2008 Volunteer Citizen of the Year Committees' recommendation, and take appropriate action as necessary. Council member Edstrom requested Council consider deferring the item until the April 20 meeting when Council is scheduled to announce the recipients’ names. Council member Edstrom said dealing with the item now lessens the excitement when Council makes the actual announcement. Citizen of the Year Committee (COYC) representatives Pearl Ford and Peggy Sweeny addressed the Council. The COYC requested the Council to consider expanding the Teenage Category to include a Youth Category for the eligibility for children under the age of twelve. The COYC discussed the categories for each nominee; agreeing that some nominees were submitted in a category not applicable to the definition for that category. The COYC also requested Council provide direction to the Committee’s obligation to recommend a recipient in a particular category, should the nominees not meet the criteria for the category they were nominated. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling suggested that the category be left blank on the nomination form, leaving the Committee to designate the category. Motion made by Moss, seconded by Sterling to receive 2008 Volunteer Citizen of the Year Committees' recommendation. Motion passed 4:1, with Wilson abstaining. D.6 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the Second Modification to the Funding and Development Agreement between the Town of Trophy Club, Texas and Centurion Acquisitions for Road and Utility Improvements for Northwest Parkway (Bobcat Blvd.) Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Sterling to approve the Second Modification to the Funding and Development Agreement between the Town of Trophy Club, Texas and Centurion Acquisitions for Road and Utility Improvements for Northwest Parkway (Bobcat Blvd.) Edstrom amended the motion correcting Section 3.03, the second agreed. 16 Motion passed unanimously without further discussion. D.7 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the Town's Absorption Plan for MUD 2. Town Manager gave a brief presentation regarding the Town’s Absorption Plan. Mayor Sanders explained that the Consolidation Task Force (CTF) assumed that the Town would try to equalize the Fire Tax. If the Town assumed the MUD2 debt and spread it equally among all residents then MUD1 residents would be penalized. Looking at all options, Town Manager Emmons’ presentation would be a solution. Sanders stated that the Council is still researching Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Mayor Pro Tem Sterling requested the presentation be placed on the Town’s website, with two links titled: How will it affect me if I live in MUD1 and the other How will it affect me if I live in MUD2? Council member Edstrom said this would be an appropriate introduction to Council member Strother’s speech at the forum next week. MUD2 Director, Jim Thomas, 7 Meadowbrook Lane - Questioned if the Town could create a Fire District without an election. Mayor Sanders responded that an election would be necessary. MUD1 Director Jim Hase, 209 Inverness Drive – Stated that water billing for MUD2 is two million dollars. The Town is looking at an increase of one third in order to recover that amount. Council member Wilson said the presentation contained some creative language and she would like certain sections of Mr. McLain’s Report included. Wilson said that while McLain’s Report cited bad governance, Mr. McLain’s recommended that at minimum was to consolidate MUD1 and MUD2. Wilson encouraged citizens to refer to page seven of the McLain report. Council member Strother confirmed that the presentation language was taken directly from McLain’s report. Strother clarified that the McLain report did not provide one definite recommendation and rather presented four different scenarios and the impact of all four scenarios. Council Member Edstrom stated the Town is not touching MUD1 and although water rates may increase, the tax rate was decreased which will create an offset. Pearl Ford, 2 Spring Creek Court – Asked if the presentation had been cleared with the Bond Council. 17 Mayor Sanders responded that Staff is researching options to back the bonds. Roger Williams, 215 Phoenix Drive – Commented that the MUD Directors are insincere since they dismissed Mr. McLain’s report to the extent of being rude to Mr. McLain. Yet now, the MUD Directors are hanging their hats on McLain’s remarks. Council member Wilson interjected and Mr. Williams responded that Wilson was at that meeting. Council members Moss and Edstrom called point of order. Mayor Sanders called point of order. Council member Wilson stated that she is hanging her hat, bows and whistles on Mr. McLain’s report per Mr. Holifield’s review of the Town’s governance issues. Council directed Town Manager Emmons to work with Staff to place the presentation on the website. MUD1 Director, Jim Hase said this was based on the numbers provided by Town Manager Emmons. Town Manager Emmons stated that the 1.8 million dollars is based on the final report created by the CTF and the MUD Directors. Emmons stated that the MUD1 Directors voluntarily pulled out the contribution paid by Solana and that there will only be a debt service in MUD1 for water and wastewater. Emmons said the original document to the CTF was the best route at the time presented; however, concerns regarding double taxing MUD1 by redistributing the MUD2 Debt have been raised. Council member Edstrom reiterated the Town’s plan does not include any changes to MUD1 and the 1.8 million dollars revenue from Solana does not come in to affect and is mute at this point. Mayor Sanders recognized Bill Rose, 219 Inverness, MUD2 Director Jim Thomas and MUD1 Director Jim Hase. Mayor Sanders clarified that should the Fire District go forward, the Council would govern as they have in the past. MUD1 Director Connie White, 119 Trophy Club Drive – Stated that the CTF report was generated based on the assumptions provided to the task force. White asked when the Town planned to hold an election for the Fire District and stated it would only create more governance issues. MUD1 Director, Jim Hase – Stated if the Town takes over MUD2, the Town would incur the note as well. Town Manager Emmons responded that the funds have not been expended. 18 Mayor Sanders said that they would use reserves until potentially November, at which time the Town would call an election. Council member Wilson said that MUDs allowed the Council to participate in the CTF at the Council’s request. Wilson said that she, Council member Strother and Town Manager Emmons put in a lot of hours, and she takes personal offense to the criticism and demeaning comments regarding the work of the CTF and that it is disrespectful to the elected officials and Town Manager Emmons who served on the Task Force. Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Sterling to approve the proposed plan of action should Proposition #2 pass with the addition that Council member Strother and Town Manager Emmons work together to address the questions brought forth. Motion passed unanimously without further discussion. D.8 Discuss and take appropriate action relative to Executive Session Item Number A2. A. Patricia Adams, Town Attorney Annual Evaluation (Section 551.074 (a)(1)) No action taken. B. Legal advice related to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals filed by MUD1 and MUD2 and Town responses to actions taken by MUD1 and MUD2. Peggy Sweeny, 51 Meadowbrook Lane asked the status of the lawsuit. Town Attorney Patricia Adams advised that the Fort Worth Court of Appeals sent letters to the MUDs expressing concern regarding whether the Court had jurisdiction over the pending appeal. MUD1 lawyer Bruce James is lead legal counsel and filed a response to the Court's letter on April 1, 2009. The Town should have an indication within the next seven to ten days with regard to how the Court will proceed. The MUD brief is due April 11, 2009. After the MUD brief is filed, the Town will have twenty days to file its brief. After the Town files its brief, the MUD has approximately eight to ten days to file a responsive brief; however, the Court of Appeals can go ahead and rule before the second MUD brief is submitted. No action taken. 19 D.9 Items for Future Agenda. Council member Wilson moved #1 to the April 20 meeting, address solutions to the culvert issues at Skyline Park. 1. Discussion of drainage ditch that runs between Village Trail and Lakeshore Drive and consideration of improvements for area to create a linear park. (Mayor Sanders - Cates) 2. Town Manager Emmons to report on the sound barrier issues on the east side and conversations with TXDOT, and discussion of same. (Wilson) 3. Establish and implement a process for Hotel inspections. (Edstrom added on 1/21/08) 4. Discuss and consider options to approve the upkeep of rental property, with or without creating a Building Standard Commission. (Edstrom – 4/21/08) 5. Discuss and receive an update on the Comprehensive Land Plan. (Edstrom – 10/20/08) 6. Council to announce the 2008 Citizen of the Year. (April 20) 7. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Library Focus Group or other plan for exploring options and compiling data for a future library. (Wilson) 8. Discuss and take appropriate regarding a TIF as it relates to taking over MUD2. (Mayor Sanders) E.1 Adjourn. Motion made by Wilson, seconded by Sterling to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m. ____________________________ ___________________________ Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Nick Sanders, Mayor Town of Trophy Club, Texas Town of Trophy Club, Texas 20 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.C.2 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, April 20, 2009. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: (lmh) Attachments: 1. Minutes dated April 20, 2009 21 MINUTES OF REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB LOCATION: 100 MUNICIPAL DRIVE, TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS Monday, April 20, 2009 7:00 P.M. STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF DENTON § The Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, met in a Regular Session on Monday, April 20, 2009. The meeting was held within the boundaries of the Town and was open to the public. TOWN COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Nick Sanders Mayor Philip Sterling Mayor Pro Tem arrived at 6:12 p.m. Susan Edstrom Council Member Kathleen Wilson Council Member Jim Moss Council Member Glenn Strother Council Member STAFF AND GUEST(S) PRESENT: Brandon Emmons Town Manager Stephen Seidel Assistant Town Manager Lisa Hennek Town Secretary Patricia Adams Town Attorney Kathy DuBose Finance Director Danny Thomas Fire Chief Scott Kniffen Police Chief Adam Adams Parks Director A.1 Mayor Sanders called to order and announced a quorum at 6:04 p.m. Mayor Sanders advised that Mayor Pro Tem Sterling would be late. TOWN COUNCIL TO CONVENE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 6:06 EXECUTIVE SESSION (6:00 – 7:00 p.m.) A.2 Council to convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Annotated, Subchapter 551, Section 551.074(a) "Personnel Matters, regarding the annual evaluation of the Town Secretary and Section 551.071 22 (1) and (2) "Consultation With Attorney," in order to seek the advice of its attorney as follows: A. Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Annual Evaluation (Section 551.074 (a)(1)) B. Legal advice related to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals filed by MUD1 and MUD2 and Town responses to actions taken by MUD1 and MUD2. TOWN COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION AT 6:40 p.m. *REGULAR SESSION Council recessed until 7:00 p.m. B.1 Council Member Jim Moss offered the Invocation. B.2 Webelos Pack 328, Phoenix Patrol led the Pledges. The Phoenix Patrol, Pack 328, Trophy Club/Roanoke was represented by the following: Chance Martin Daniel Rutledge Grant Merritt Marshall Smith Tyler Pickup Spencer Klaviter Jackson Devlin B.3 Citizen Presentations: Jim Parrow, 8 Brookfield Court - Requested an exemption to the pool back wash Ordinance. John Klauss, 23 Hillside Place – Addressed the Council regarding the erosion of Harmony Park’s appeal and landscape. Neil Twomey, 203 Oakmont – Addressed the Council regarding the Town Plan to dissolve MUD2. 23 C.1 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the 2008 Volunteer Citizen of the Year Committees' recommendations. Mayor Sanders presented certificates to each of the following nominees: Laura Venator Rick Gilliland Jackie Stevens Lou Hocker Wendy Moss Alyssa Edstrom At their April 6, 2009 meeting the Town passed the following motion: Motion made by Moss, seconded by Sterling to receive 2008 Volunteer Citizen of the Year Committee's recommendation. As recommended by the Citizen of the Year Committee, Mayor Sanders recognized the following as recipients of the 2008 Citizen of the Year Award: Philanthropic Category – Wendy Moss Philanthropic Volunteer Citizen of the Year – recognized for their outstanding work with a non-profit organization (for example: raising funds, coordinating philanthropic events for the organization, overseeing distribution of funds, etc.) Civic Category – Rick Gilliland Civic Volunteer Citizen of the Year – recognized for their outstanding work in schools, local government, parent teacher organizations, Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of America, 4H Clubs, etc. Teenage Category – Alyssa Edstrom Teenage Volunteer Citizen of the Year – a citizen between the ages of 12 and 18 who made a difference in our community or schools. C.2 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Proclamation declaring May 7, 2009 as Day of Prayer in Trophy Club. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling read the Proclamation. Motion made be Edstrom, seconded by Strother to approve the Proclamation declaring May 7, 2009 as Day of Prayer in Trophy Club. Irma Thomas announced that National Day of Prayer will be observed at the Clock Tower on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. In case of rain, the observance will be moved across the street to the Methodist Church's sanctuary. Mrs. Thomas said that there will be another service at 7:00 p.m. and will be led by youth. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. 24 C.3 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Proclamation for Arbor Day 2009 including the Arbor Day Event festivities. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling read the Proclamation. Motion made be Wilson, seconded by Edstrom to approve the Proclamation for Arbor Day 2009 including the Arbor Day Event festivities. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. Adam Adams, Parks and Recreation Director said the festivities will begin at 2:00 p.m., with bounce houses and live music. C.4 Presentation by Police Chief Kniffen regarding the Police Department's Five-Year Plan; discuss and take appropriate action regarding same. Police Chief Kniffen acknowledged his staff that helped create the plan. Council member Moss said that this is an excellent plan. Council member Strother commented that the Plan will be amended based on the Town’s growth and population, and thanked the Chief for the work the staff put into the Plan creation. Mayor Sanders complimented Chief Kniffen and his staff Town Manager Emmons advised that the Plan will be placed on the website as received by Council. Bill Rose, 219 Inverness – Commented that the Plan was excellent work. C.5 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Resolution amending Resolution 2008-23 appointing two new members to serve on the Tree Board. The Town Council approved Ordinance 2009-04 on February 16, 2009, repealing and adopting a new Article VIII entitled “Tree Preservation and Removal” of Chapter 12 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, Section 8.02 “Tree Board”, which allowed two additional members to be appointed to serve on the Tree Board. Melissa Boclair and Sheila Lacher applied for annual appointments in September and have expressed continued interest to serve. Motion made by Wilson, seconded by Edstrom to appoint Melissa Boclair and Sheila Lacher to the Tree Board for a two-year term expiring in 2010. 25 Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. C.6 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a notice from the Public Utility Commission of Texas for a Consumer Price Index Adjustment to Municipal Telecommunications Right-of Way Access Line Rates. Town Manager explained that in order to accept the new Consumer Price Index Adjustment (CPI) adjusted 2009 rates, no action is required. In order to decline the CPI adjusted rates, Council must take action to do so and advise the Public Utility Commission (PUC.) No action taken, Council accepted the new CPI adjusted 2009 rates. C.7 Discussion of drainage ditch that runs between Village Trail and Lakeshore Drive and consideration of improvements for area to create a linear park; take appropriate action as necessary. Town Manager Emmons stated that Teague Nall and Perkins completed a survey several years ago, and noted that the area was not large enough to be a linear park. Town Manager Emmons provided the maintenance schedule. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling suggested researching smaller ways to mitigate some of the damage. Council member Wilson encouraged a Town wide survey and requested that the Town ask the MUDs to help and suggested a possible bond election. Council member Strother commented that staff could probably handle the gabions in stages and suggested that the Town contact the school to see if they might be interested in helping. Mayor Sanders clarified Council member Wilson’s request to initiate an online survey. Greg Lamont, 15 Avalon Drive – Stated the $1.7 million to fix the ditch was too much and utilizing better maintenance may help. Council member Edstrom read the maintenance schedule and maintenance actually preformed. Based on the strategic planning and consideration of bond issues, Council has to decide which issues take priority. Council members Wilson and Edstrom would like to have the report placed online, announced on the marquees and in the listserv. 26 C.8 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the date for the first regular Town Council meeting in May. Early Voting will be conducted in the Council Chambers April 27, 2009 through May 5, 2009. Given the number of eSlate Voting Machines and Election set-up, staff requested the Town Council consider rescheduling the May 4, 2009 meeting to Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Noting no schedule conflicts the May 4, 2009 meeting was moved to May 6, 2009. C.9 Receive a progress report on the Highlands of Trophy Club Public Improvement District #1, discussion and appropriate action regarding same. Town Manager Emmons provided an update on the Highlands of Trophy Club Public Improvement District #1. No action taken. C.10 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the possible formation of a bond or finance committee to address funding of park improvements and/or other financing options. This Item was requested by Council member Wilson. Council member Wilson deferred to J.D. Stotts. J.D. Stotts, 1 Narrow Creek Court – Asked Council to consider forming a park bond committee for the potential November Bond Election. Mr. Stotts said he felt confident that a small park bond would receive a majority of citizen’s support if organized properly. It would allow the Town to complete Northwest Park in a way all residents could all be proud of and help meet many of our park plan goals, as well as encouraging further retail and residential development. Council member Wilson thanked Mr. Stotts for his presentation. Council member Strother clarified that Mr. Stotts was not requesting Council action at this meeting and suggested future discussion of an exploratory committee that would provide updates to the Council. C.11 Discuss and provide direction to Town Manager Emmons regarding budget cutbacks, nonessential employees/duplicated job tasks. Item was requested by Council member Wilson. 27 Town Manager Emmons gave a presentation regarding mid-year Revenue and expenditure projections. Town Manager Emmons said the presentation was a cooperative effort between himself, Kathy DuBose, and Stephen Seidel. Emmons said this presentation will be posted to the website tomorrow. Council member Edstrom commended Staff for coming to Council and advising them of the potential issues. Council member Wilson called point of order as she felt Council member Edstrom was politicizing. Wilson asked for Council’s support directing Town Manager Emmons to look at and make decisions about some big ticket, management positions. Town Manager Emmons explained that as public servants we are here to serve the public. Emmons said that there were three administrative positions when he started: Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director, Community Development Director and one person dedicated to the Finance department. The Assistant Town Manager position has been funded for eight years and is a needed position as it ensures that all administrative functions are being met. Council member Edstrom confirmed that jobs approved in the FY 08-09 Budget have not been filled. Town Manager Emmons said the permit clerk was cut for cost savings. Only 10 employees have been added in the last three years, yet the work load has increased tremendously. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling does not think that the Assistant Town Manager position is the position to cut. Council member Wilson would like a copy of the 2009-10 salary as she received last years. Wilson said that we need another Code Enforcement Officer, the new Finance Director has experience in city management. Mayor Sanders stated that the Charter is specific about the Town Manager’s role and responsibility and Council getting close to crossing the line into personnel issues. Sanders said that Emmons provided a very detailed presentation and agreed that was not an appropriate discussion for a Council meeting. Town Manager Emmons said he does not understand why one position should be cut in order to hire another position. As the Town Manager, he has been paid to do a job, and is clearly directed by the Charter to manage personnel. Council member Wilson stated that she still believes that the organization is administratively top heavy. Council member Edstrom stated that while Council may express an opinion, according to Section 3.2 of the Charter, Council should not get into the day to day operations.. 28 No action taken. C.12 Discuss and take appropriate action relative to Executive Session Item Number A2. A. Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Annual Evaluation (Section 551.074 (a)(1)) No action taken. B. Legal advice related to Cause No. 2009-40021-362, Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 2 v. Town of Trophy Club, pending in the 362nd District Court of Denton County, Texas, including the Intervention into the lawsuit by MUD1, pending Declaratory Judgment suits filed by MUD1 and MUD2, pending appeals filed by MUD1 and MUD2 and Town responses to actions taken by MUD1 and MUD2. Peggy Sweeney 51 Meadowbrook Lane – Asked for an update on the lawsuits. No action taken. C.13 Items for Future Agenda. Mayor Sanders reworded Item #6. Council Member Edstrom added an item regarding a celebration for the opening of the Byron Nelson High School and suggested the School District make a presentation. 1. Town Manager Emmons to report on the sound barrier issues on the east side and conversations with TXDOT, and discussion of same. (Wilson) 2. Establish and implement a process for Hotel inspections. (Edstrom added on 1/21/08) 3. Discuss and consider options to approve the upkeep of rental property, with or without creating a Building Standard Commission. (Edstrom – 4/21/08) 4. Discuss and receive an update on the Comprehensive Land Plan. (Edstrom – 10/20/08) 5. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Library Focus Group or other plan for exploring options and compiling data for a future library. (Wilson) 6. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Municipal Management District as it relates to taking over MUD2. (Mayor Sanders) 7. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding culvert issues on Skyline Park. (Wilson added on 4/6/09) 8. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an update/celebration for the opening of the new Bryon Nelson High School. 29 D.1 Adjourn. Motion made by Sterling, seconded by Wilson to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. ____________________________ ___________________________ Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Nick Sanders, Mayor Town of Trophy Club, Texas Town of Trophy Club, Texas 30 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.C.3 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, May 6, 2009. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: (lmh) Attachments: 1. Minutes dated May 6, 2009 31 MINUTES OF REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB LOCATION: 100 MUNICIPAL DRIVE, TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS Monday, May 6, 2009 7:00 P.M. STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF DENTON § The Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, met in a Regular Session on Wednesday, May 6 2009. The meeting was held within the boundaries of the Town and was open to the public. TOWN COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Nick Sanders Mayor Philip Sterling Mayor Pro Tem Susan Edstrom Council Member arrived at 7:09 p.m. Kathleen Wilson Council Member Jim Moss Council Member Glenn Strother Council Member STAFF AND GUEST(S) PRESENT: Brandon Emmons Town Manager Stephen Seidel Assistant Town Manager Lisa Hennek Town Secretary Patricia Adams Town Attorney Kathy DuBose Finance Director Danny Thomas Fire Chief Scott Kniffen Police Chief Adam Adams Parks Director A.1 Mayor Sanders called to order and announced a quorum at 7:01 p.m. Mayor Sanders announced that Council member Edstrom would be late. A.2 Council member Strother offered the Invocation. A.3 Mayor Sanders led the Pledges A.4 Citizen Presentations: 32 Mayor Sanders announced the passing of Council member Strother’s mother and offered condolences on behalf of the Council. Jim Budarf, 547 Indian Creek - Addressed the Council regarding his Open Records Request dated April 15, 2009. Council member Wilson removed item B.1. B.1 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve Minutes dated, April 6, 2009. Council member Wilson stated that she voted against for Item D.4. Noting no objection from Council, the Town Secretary will review the audio and bring back the corrected Minutes at the May 18, 2009 meeting. B.2 Consent Agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action to approve financials and variance report dated: a. March 2009 Motion made by Strother, seconded by Sterling to approve the Consent Agenda, Item B.2. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. End of Consent TOWN COUNCIL RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION *REGULAR SESSION C.1 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Proclamation declaring May 6 -12, 2009 as National Nurses Week Celebration. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling read the Proclamation. Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Sterling to approve the Proclamation declaring May 6 -12, 2009 as National Nurses Week Celebration. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. C.2 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Proclamation proclaiming May 10-16, 2009 as National Police Week. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling read the Proclamation. 33 Motion made by Edstrom, seconded by Moss to approve the Proclamation proclaiming May 10-16, 2009 as National Police Week. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. C.3 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Proclamation declaring May 2009 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling read the Proclamation. Motion made by Wilson, seconded by Strother to approve the Proclamation declaring May 2009 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month. Kelly McColpin, Run Coordinator for Denton ABATE attended the meeting to accept the Proclamation. Motion passed unanimously without any discussion. C.4 Update regarding Economic development; discuss and take appropriate action regarding same. Assistant Town Manager presented a brief Economic Development activity overview. Seidel stated that Staff has worked with the Economic Development Corporation 4B Board to develop quality projects and initiate relationships with local developers and retail/restaurant officials. The nation has experienced a slow down in residential and commercial development. However, the EDC-4B Board and Staff are developing and completing a solid economic development foundation in order to be prepared when the market shifts back into a growth mode. Council member Strother commended Assistant Town Manager Seidel on his efforts and knows that it is challenging, but feels his efforts will pay off. Mayor Pro Tem Sterling asked if anything has developed from the Buxton Study. Assistant Town Manager Seidel stated that the Buxton Study was a good starting place and through that the Town has developed quality contacts and relationships with businesses listed. No motion taken, discussion only. C.5 Discuss the standards in the Fair Campaign Practices Proclamation put forth by Council for the May 2009 election, take appropriate action regarding same. 34 Item was requested by Council member Wilson. Council member Wilson stated that she felt the Council needed to review the Proclamation. Wilson read a few sections of the Proclamation and then read a statement. Wilson requested that further language be added to the Proclamation as Election Season subjects the residents to confusion and broken relationships. Requested that the Council cast the commitment to rise above and be the leaders they took an oath to do and to treat their colleagues equitably. No motion taken, discussion only. C.6 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Town Manager Emmons stated this Grant will cover EMS Equipment in the amount of $52,040.91. The Town’s share will be $2,602.05. Equipment covered under this Grant would be LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator and a LUCAS Chest Compression System. The submission deadline is May 20, 2009. Motion made by Strother, seconded by Edstrom to approve the submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Motion passed unanimously without further discussion. C.7 Items for Future Agenda. Council member Wilson added an item to receive a report to alleviate the congestion of games and practices on the baseball fields and the parking issues. TOWN COUNCIL TO CONVENED INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 8:07 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION D.1 Council to convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Annotated, Subchapter 551, Section 551.074(a) "Personnel Matters, to discuss the annual evaluation of Town Manager, Brandon Emmons. TOWN COUNCIL TO RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION AT 9:22 p.m. *REGULAR SESSION D.2 Discuss and take appropriate action relative to Executive Session Item Number D.1. No action taken. 35 E.1 Adjourn. Motion made by Sterling, seconded by Moss to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. ____________________________ ___________________________ Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Nick Sanders, Mayor Town of Trophy Club, Texas Town of Trophy Club, Texas 36 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.D.1 Public Hearing for a proposed Zoning Change from "R-15" Single Family Residential to "R-12" Single Family Residential for an approximate 2.300 acres located where Ridge View Lane dead ends into vacant land just north of the intersection of Skyline Drive and Ridge View Lane, Requested by Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., on behalf of BDMR Development, LLC (ZCA-09-015) OWNER: BDMR Development, LLC 1221 I-35 East, Suite 200 Carrollton, TX 75006 APPLICANT: Jaison Stephen, P.E. Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. 7950 Elmbrook Drive Dallas, TX 75247 REQUESTED ACTION: Zoning Change from “R-15” Single Family Residential to “R- 12” Single Family Residential for property located in the future “Canterbury Hills” Subdivision, north and west of Eagles Ridge Phase 1 Subdivision. PURPOSE: To rezone this property in anticipation of presenting a final plat to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council in approximately one month’s time to develop single family homes on this land. SIZE: Approximately 2.300 acres. EXISTING LAND USE: Vacant Land. 37 LOCATION: Just north of the intersection of Skyline Drive and Ridge View Lane where Ridge View Lane dead ends into vacant land. HISTORY: On December 3, 2007, the Town Council approved a preliminary plat for Canterbury Hills Subdivision (as well as Waters Edge at Hogan’s Glen Subdivision) with the following stipulation: “The applicant must realign Lots 9-10, Block E and Lot 53, Block A so that dual zoning (R-12 and R-15) does not occur on these lots. The zoning and lot alignment must match or the applicant must rezone prior to final plat approval.” In approximately a month, the applicant will be bringing forward a final plat of this area and is therefore requesting a rezoning as required by the Town Council preliminary plat approval granted in December 2007. The applicant is asking for R-12 Single Family Residential zoning to match the zoning of adjacent subdivisions. The applicant is requesting rezoning rather than realignment as rezoning will not require changes to the approved preliminary plat. SURROUNDING LAND USE: North: Corps of Engineer property East: Flowage Easement (1.9169 acres) and R-12 Single Family Residential, Eagles Ridge Phase II 38 South: R-12 Single Family Residential, Eagles Ridge Phase I West: R-12 Future Subdivision that will be known as “Canterbury Hills” Comparison of Applicant's Property to Existing Adjacent Subdivisions Canterbury Hills Eagles Ridge Ph I Eagles Ridge Ph II 32 Lots 61 Lots 25 Lots # of Lots Sq. Ft. # of Lots Sq. Ft. # of Lots Sq. Ft. 14 12,000- 12,999 29 12,000-12,999 12 12,000-12,999 1 13,000- 13,999 17 13,000-13,999 4 13,000-13,999 3 14,000- 14,999 7 14,000-14,999 4 14,000-14,999 5 15,000- 15,999 3 15,000-15,999 1 15,000-15,999 1 16,000- 16,999 0 16,000-16,999 0 16,000-16,999 8 17,000- 23,200 6 17,000-25,000 4 17,000-25,000 COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN: The Comprehensive Land Use Plan calls for low density residential use for this property. Low density land use is intended to provide lot sizes in the vicinity of or exceeding twelve thousand (12,000) square feet with a comparable density of three (3) units per acre. The existing zoning for this property is “R-15”, which is considered Estate Residential land use at a density of two (2) units per acre. The applicant intends to bring forward a plat for 13.617 acres consisting of 32 residential lots which is a density of 2.35 units per acre. The applicant’s request to rezone to “R-12” is compatible with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. PUBLIC HEARING: As required by ordinance, a notice of public hearing was published in the local newspaper and property owners within 200-ft. of this acreage were notified of this request. Copies of the notices are attached. There are 19 property owners within 200-ft. of this request and as of April 30, 2009, one resident contacted staff by email. This resident’s email in opposition to this request is attached. 39 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The proposed zoning change increases density on this site from two (2) units per acre to three (3) units per acre, which matches the density of the surrounding residential subdivisions. Staff has determined that this request is compatible with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and would not be detrimental to the Town’s public health, safety and general welfare. Staff recommends approval. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: On May 7, 2009, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing and discussion of this item. No residents were in attendance at the public hearing. Commissioner Sheridan made a motion recommending approval of the zoning change request from R-15 Single Family Residential to R-12 Single Family Residential. Commissioner Ashby seconded the motion. Ayes: Hill, Reed, Ashby, Sheridan, Forest Nays: None Action: 5-0, Approved (ch) Attachments: 1) Application 2) R-15 Single Family District Regulations 3) R-12 Single Family District Regulations 4) Public Hearing Notice – Newspaper 5) Public Hearing Notice – Property Owner Notification (19) 6) Email in Opposition from One Resident 7) Zoning Exhibit 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.D.2 Public Hearing regarding proposed changes to the Town of Trophy Club Code of Ordinances, Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, Supplementary District Regulations, Section 5.03 "Accessory Structures and Uses" including without limitation, amending and adopting new regulations affecting accessory structures, and affecting locations of flagpoles. (ADM- 09-002) PURPOSE: To clarify the allowed locations of flagpoles. PUBLIC HEARING: A proposed change to the text of a zoning ordinance that does not affect the land use of a specific property requires notice of public hearing of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Town Council by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Trophy Club without the necessity of notifying property owners by mail. Notice of Public Hearing was placed in the local newspaper on April 22, 2009, which complies with the ordinance requirements for notification of public hearing. A copy of the publication is attached. STAFF COMMENTS: By current ordinance, flagpoles are allowed on residentially zoned lots provided the poles are less than 20-ft. in height. Currently, the location is defined by the following: “There shall be no accessory structures located in any front yard or side yards, with the exception of a flag pole and signs, as defined by this article.” [emphasis added] The article defines the location of a permitted accessory use in a residentially zoned district as: i. behind the front building setback; and ii. a minimum of twenty feet (20’) from any street right-of-way; and iii. a minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. Typically, most people wish to place flagpoles in their front yards. As worded, the current ordinance in most instances prohibits flagpoles in the front yard by requiring accessory uses to be behind the front building setback and a minimum of twenty feet (20’) from any street right-of-way. 52 Staff asks that the Planning & Zoning Commission considering changing the location of flagpoles as follows: Chapter 13 – Zoning Article V – Supplementary Design Standards Section 5.03 Section 5.03 Accessory Structures and Uses An accessory structure shall comply in all respects with the requirements of this ordinance applicable to the main structure, and in accordance with the following: A. All residentially zoned districts shall be subject to the following regulations. 1. Permitted Accessory Structures a. Accessory structures less than one hundred twenty (120) square feet of floor area shall not require a building permit. b. The following structures and uses shall be permitted as accessory to the principal structure provided that none shall be a source of income to the owner or user of the principal single-family dwelling, i. Detached private garage in connection with any use, provided that no such garage shall face a golf course; and provided that any detached garage which faces a street be located a minimum of forty-five feet (45’) from the front property line; and provided, however, that the requirement that no such garage face any street shall not apply where the rear yard of a lot abuts a street which is contiguous to the perimeter of the Town, unless otherwise provided by ordinance. ii. Cabana, pavilion, gazebo iii. Storage/utility buildings (masonry or wood) iv. Greenhouse (as hobby, not business) v. Home workshop vi. One Flag Pole less than twenty feet (20’) in height per residential lot; flagpoles are allowed in the front yard but cannot be in Town right-of-way or in any identified easements; and must be a minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. Permissible flags are as defined in the Code of Ordinances, 53 Chapter 5-General Land Use, Article IV-Sign Regulations, Section 4.07. vii. Tennis court viii. Basketball court ix. All other uses and structures which are customarily accessory, and clearly incidental to the structures, and which are allowed within the applicable Zoning District. c. In all residentially zoned districts, when any of the foregoing permitted residential accessory uses are detached from the principal single-family dwelling, such accessory uses shall be located, except flagpoles as defined in item “vi” above: i. Behind the front building setback; and ii. A minimum of twenty feet (20’) from any street right of way; and iii. A minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. d. An accessory use shall not be located within any identified easement. In addition, accessory structures permitted in these districts shall not exceed one story in height, except for storage/utility structures which shall not exceed 6 feet in height. B. Non-Residential Accessory Structures: All non-residentially zoned districts shall be subject to the following regulations. The following shall be permitted as accessory uses, provided that such use shall be located not less than twenty feet (20’) from any street right-of-way: 1. Permitted Accessory Structures and Uses in CG-Commercial District and in NS Neighborhood Service District: The following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses: a. Screened garbage storage on a concrete pad and no nearer than fifty feet (50’) to a residentially zoned district and not located between the front of the building and any street right-of-way. b. Temporary uses incidental to the primary use, provided the same is properly screened and provided they conform to the standards set forth in Section 5.01, Temporary Uses. 2. Permitted Accessory Structures and Uses in CR-Commercial District: The 54 following structures and uses shall be permitted as accessory structures and uses. a. Cabana, pavilion, gazebo or roofed area b. All other uses and structures which are customarily accessory, and clearly incidental to the structures, and which are allowed within the applicable Zoning District. 3. Permitted Accessory Uses in GU-Governmental Use District and in PO- Professional Office District: The following uses shall be permitted as accessory, provided that none shall be a source of income to the owner or user of the principal use: a. All other uses and structures which are customarily accessory, and clearly incidental to the structures, and which are allowed within the applicable Zoning District. C. Prohibited Structures: The following structures shall be prohibited: 1. Treehouses 2. Metal, vinyl or similar material structures unless otherwise provided herein. 3. Temporary structures on skids 55 D. Location: There shall be no accessory structures located in any front yard or side yards, with the exception of a flag pole and signs, as defined by this article in item “vi” above. Accessory structures erected ten (10) feet or closer to the principle building shall be considered to be attached and part of the primary structure for calculating total square feet under roof and shall comply with the setback lines established for that zoning district. If the total square feet under roof (including said accessory structures) exceed 7500 sq/ft then the entire accessory structure must be protected with a sprinkler system. In a case where more than one accessory structure is on the same lot, each structure shall have a minimum ten (10) foot separation between them. A swimming pool is permitted to be located closer than ten (10) feet to the principle building. If the waters edge of a swimming pool, or any accessory structure that is excavated for foundation footing, is located six (6) feet or closer to the primary dwelling, an engineer’s letter, stamped by all applicable engineers, stating the excavation will not in any way harm the structural integrity of the primary dwelling, will be required at the time of plan submittal. Notwithstanding the foregoing, accessory structures are only allowed if they comply with the zoning regulations in the district in which they are located. E. Garage Requirements: 1. A detached garage, used to meet the minimum off street parking requirement, shall be permitted as an accessory use in a residential district and shall be constructed so as to accommodate the enclosed parking of at least two (2) automobiles. 2. A detached garage, which is provided in addition to the required two (2) car garage, shall be permitted as an accessory structure in a residential district, except as otherwise specifically provided. 3. Any detached garage shall setback at least forty-five feet (45’) from the front property line of a residential lot. 4. Corner lots may have detached garages facing a side street if they set back a minimum of thirty five feet (35’) from the side street; however, no drive cuts will be allowed from any street classified as a major or minor collector street. F. Design Criteria: All accessory structures shall conform to the following design criteria: 1. The exterior surfaces of all accessory structures shall be consistent with the regulations as specified by the applicable zoning district. However, accessory structures that are normally constructed in such a manner that masonry exterior surfaces are neither practical nor appropriate are excluded from the 56 masonry requirements, including but not be limited to gym sets, playhouses, and greenhouses. 2. Open-air structures, such as gazebos and pavilions, are permitted to be constructed with an aluminum material so long as that material resembles wood-like construction and such material has been approved by the Town’s Planning and Zoning Coordinator. (Ord. No. 2005-09 P&Z § II, 5-2-05, Repealed by Ord. No. 2005-14 P&Z, § II, 6-6-05) RECOMMENDATION: Staff asks for approval of the changes to Section 5.03 of Chapter 13-Zoning, Article V-Supplementary District Regulations to clarify permitted locations of flagpoles on residentially zoned property. Add to A.1.b.vi.: One Flag Pole less than twenty feet (20’) in height per residential lot; flagpoles are allowed in the front yard but cannot be in Town right-of-way or in any identified easements; and must be a minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. Permissible flags are as defined in the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 5-General Land Use, Article IV-Sign Regulations, Section 4.07. Add to “A.1.c.”: “…, except flagpoles as defined in item “vi” above: Changes to “D”: “Location: There shall be no accessory structures located in any front yard or side yards, with the exception of a flag pole and signs, as defined by this article in item “vi” above.” PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: On May 7, 2009, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing and discussion of this item with the following result: Commissioner Ashby made a motion recommending approval of this request. Commissioner Sheridan asked to amend the motion contingent upon adding a statement referencing the section(s) of the ordinance that indicates types of flags that can be flown. Commissioner Ashby accepted the amendment and Commissioner Sheridan seconded the motion. Ayes: Hill, Reed, Ashby, Sheridan, Forest Nays: None Action: 5-0, Approved (ch) Attachment Public Hearing Notice Ordinance No. 2009-XX P&Z 57 58 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.1 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2000-06 P&Z, the same being the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the Town, to change the zoning from "R-15" Single Family Residential to "R-12" Single Family Residential for an approximate 2.300 acres located where Ridge View Lane dead ends into vacant land just north of the intersection of Skyline Drive and Ridge View Lane and amending the Official Town Zoning Map to reflect the zoning change to R-12 Single Family Residential. (Requested by Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc., on behalf of BDMR Development, LLC -- ZCA-09-015) REQUESTED ACTION: Approval of Zoning Change request for 2.300 acres from “R- 15” Single Family Residential to “R-12” Single Family Residential. (ch) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. Attachments: 1. Ordinance 2009 (P&Z) Approving Zoning Change request for 2.300 acres from “R-15” Single Family Residential to “R-12” Single Family Residential 59 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS ORDINANCE NO. 2009-XX P&Z AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2000-06 P&Z OF THE TOWN, THE SAME BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE TOWN BY CHANGING THE ZONING ON A CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS AN APPROXIMATE 2.300 ACRE TRACT OF LAND CURRENTLY ZONED “R-15” – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO “R- 12” SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; PROVIDING FOR EXHIBIT “A”, LEGAL DESCRIPTION”; AND PROVIDING FOR EXHIBIT “B”, “ZONING CHANGE EXHIBIT”; PROVIDING THAT SUCH TRACT OF LAND SHALL BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE ZONING CODE AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN; PROVIDING THAT THE ZONING MAP SHALL REFLECT THE R-12 ZONING FOR SUCH 2.300 ACRE TRACT; PROVIDING A SAVINGS AND REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR ENGROSSMENT AND ENROLLMENT; PROVIDING A PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMITTED EACH DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS OR CONTINUES; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas (the “Town”), is authorized and empowered by law, in accordance with Chapter 211 of the Texas Local Government Code, to regulate Land use, and property development within the Town for the public health, safety and general welfare; WHEREAS, the owner of the tract of land, collectively described as a 2.300 acre tract of land, zoned R-15 – Single Family Residential, and such land being further described in Exhibit “A”, attached hereto and incorporated herein, (the “Land”), filed an application with the Town’s Planning and Zoning Commission requesting a change in zoning of the Land into R-12 – Single Family Residential. Such application further requested an amendment to the official Zoning District Map of the Town in accordance with Chapter 13 of the Town’s Code of Ordinances; and WHEREAS, all legal notices, requirements and conditions having been complied with, the case to rezone the Land came before the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, after public notices were given in compliance with State law and public hearings were conducted, and after considering the information submitted at 60 those public hearings and all other relevant information and materials, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town has recommended to the Town Council the adoption of the amendments to Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance as set forth in this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, after complying with all legal notices, requirements, and conditions, a public hearing was held before Town Council at which the Town Council considered, among other things, the character of the land and its suitability for particular uses, with a view of encouraging the most appropriate use of land in the Town, and does hereby find that the rezoning approved hereby accomplishes such objectives; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS: SECTION 1. INCORPORATION OF PREMISES That the above and foregoing premises are true and correct and are incorporated herein and made a part hereof for all purposes. SECTION 2. FINDINGS After due deliberations and consideration of the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the information and other materials received at the public hearing, the Town Council has concluded that the adoption of this Ordinance is in the best interests of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, and of the public health, safety and welfare. SECTION 3. REZONING The Zoning Ordinance for the Town, adopting the Zoning Map, codified in Chapter 13 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Trophy Club, is hereby amended in the following particulars: A. The zoning of the Land, being a 2.3 acre tract of land described in Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B”, attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby changed to adopt provisions for “R-12” Single Family Residential in accordance with the requirements of this Ordinance, all applicable parts of Chapter 13, the Zoning Code, and all other applicable ordinances, rules and regulations of the Town. The Zoning Map is hereby amended to reflect the “R-12” Single Family Residential designation for the tract of Land. SECTION 4. SAVINGS AND REPEALER That this Ordinance shall be cumulative of all other ordinances of the Town and shall not repeal any of the provisions of such ordinances except in those instances where 61 provisions of those ordinances are in direct conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance; whether such ordinances are codified or uncodified, and all other provisions of the Ordinances of the Town of Trophy Club, codified or uncodified, not in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance, shall remain in full force and effect. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any complaint, action, cause of action or claim which prior to the effective date of this Ordinance has been initiated or has arisen under or pursuant to such repealed Ordinance(s) shall continue to be governed by the provisions of that Ordinance and for that purpose the Ordinance shall be deemed to remain and continue in full force and effect. SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY If any section, article, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word in this Ordinance, or application thereof to any person or circumstance, is held invalid or unconstitutional by a Court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Ordinance, and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed such remaining of the Ordinance despite such invalidity, which remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. ENGROSSMENT AND ENROLLMENT The Town Secretary of the Town of Trophy Club is hereby directed to engross and enroll this Ordinance as set forth in the home rule Charter of the Town and by filing this Ordinance in the Ordinance records of the Town. SECTION 7. PENALTY It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision of this Ordinance, and any person violating or failing to comply with any provision of this Ordinance shall be fined, upon conviction, not less than One Dollar ($1.00) nor more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), and a separate offense shall be deemed committed upon each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. SECTION 8. PUBLICATION The Town Secretary of the Town of Trophy Club is hereby directed to publish the Caption, Penalty Clause and Effective Date Clause of this Ordinance as required by Section 52.011 of the Texas Local Government Code. SECTION 9. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall take effect from and after its date of passage in accordance with law, and it is so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, this the 18th day of May, 2009. 62 _______________________________ Mayor, Nick Sanders Town of Trophy Club, Texas ATTEST: _________________________________________ Town Secretary, Lisa Hennek Town of Trophy Club, Texas [SEAL] APPROVED AS TO FORM: _________________________________________ Town Attorney, Patricia Adams Town of Trophy Club, Texas 63 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION 2.300 ACRES BEING A 2.300 ACRE TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN THE M. MEDLIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 832, TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING PART OF A TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED AS “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10) TO BDMR DEVELOPMENT, LLC, AS RECORDED IN COUNTY CLERK’S FILE NO. 2007-82834, REAL PROPERTY RECORDS, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS. SAID 2.300 ACRE TRACT, WITH REFERENCE BEARING BEING GRID NORTH, TEXAS STATE PLANE COORDINATES, NORTH CENTRAL ZONE, NAD83 (CORS96, EPOCH DATE 2002), DETERMINED BY GPS OBSERVATIONS ON JULIAN DAY 213, 2006 CALCULATED FROM ARLINGTON RRP2 CORS ARP (PID-DF5387), SAGINAW TX CORS ARP (PID-DH7149) AND DENTON CORS ARP (PID-DF8986) AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A 5/8 INCH IRON ROD WITH YELLOW PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “CARTER BURGESS” SET FOR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10) AND THE COMMON NORTHWEST CORNER OF EAGLES RIDGE, PHASE 1, AN ADDITION TO DENTON COUNTY, AS RECORDED IN CABINET M, PAGE 150, PLAT RECORDS, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS; THENCE, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10) AND THE COMMON WEST LINE OF SAID EAGLES RIDGE, PHASE 1, THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES: SOUTH 24 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 13 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 206.44 FEET TO A POINT FOR CORNER; SOUTH 02 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 114.30 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH IRON ROD WITH A PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “NELSON” FOUND FOR CORNER; NORTH 88 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 42 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 136.99 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH IRON ROD WITH A PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “NELSON” FOUND FOR CORNER; SOUTH 01 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 40.14 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH IRON ROD WITH PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “McCULLAH” FOUND FOR CORNER; NORTH 88 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 42 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 50.00 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH IRON ROD WITH A PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “NELSON” FOUND FOR CORNER; 64 SOUTH 01 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 40.00 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH IRON ROD WITH A PLASTIC CAP STAMPED “NELSON” FOUND FOR CORNER; NORTH 88 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 42 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 135.00 FEET TO A POINT FOR CORNER; THENCE, NORTH 01 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 18 SECONDS EAST, OVER AND ACROSS SAID “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10), A DISTANCE OF 369.37 FEET TO A POINT FOR CORNER ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10); THENCE, NORTH 88 DEGREES 57 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID “TRACT III” (NEIGHBORHOOD 10), A DISTANCE OF 233.38 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AND CONTAINING 2.300 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. 65 EXHIBIT B 66 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.2 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance amending Subsection A(1)(b)(vi), Subsection A(1)(c) and Subsection D of Section 5.03 "Accessory Structures and Uses" of Article V "Supplementary District Regulations", of Chapter 13 "Zoning" of the Code of Ordinances of the Town , including without limitation, amending and adopting new regulations affecting accessory structures, and affecting locations of flagpoles. (ADM-09-002) REQUESTED ACTION: Approval of the changes to Section 5.03 of Chapter 13- Zoning, Article V-Supplementary District Regulations to clarify permitted locations of flagpoles on residentially zoned property. (ch) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. Attachments: 1. Ordinance 2009 approval of the changes to Section 5.03 of Chapter 13- Zoning, Article V-Supplementary District Regulations to clarify permitted locations of flagpoles on residentially zoned property. 67 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS ORDINANCE NO. 2009-XX P&Z AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 13 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN, ENTITLED “ZONING”, ARTICLE V, ENTITLED “SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS”, SECTION 5.03 ENTITLED “ACCESSORY STRUCTURES AND USES”, SUBSECTION A. 1. b. (vi) AND c. RELATIVE TO LOCATIONS OF FLAGPOLES, AND SUBSECTION D. ENTITLED “LOCATION;” PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF PREMISES; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING A PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMITTED EACH DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS OR CONTINUES; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A CUMULATIVE REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; PROVIDING FOR ENGROSSMENT AND ENROLLMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Town is a home rule municipality organized under the Constitution and the laws of the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, after due deliberations and consideration of the recommendation of the Planning & Zoning Commission, and the information and other materials received at public hearing, the Town Council has concluded that the amendments of this Ordinance are in the best interests of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, and of the public health, safety and general welfare; and WHEREAS, as currently allowed in the Town’s Ordinance, flagpoles may not exceed 20-ft. in height and may be located in the front yard behind the front setback; and WHEREAS, “behind the front setback” severely limits locating flagpoles in the front yard; and WHEREAS, after review by the Town staff, who are charged with maintaining safety and beautification standards, Staff recommended that the Town’s Ordinance be amended to allow flagpoles in the front yard provided they are not located in Town right- of-way or in any identified easement, and must be a minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines; and WHEREAS, having determined that changing the regulations of accessory structures in accordance with the provisions set forth below allows improvements to property that beautify, increase enjoyment and add value to property is an appropriate 68 and beneficial governmental function, Council hereby determines that the adoption of this Ordinance serves the health, safety and welfare of the Town. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS: SECTION 1. INCORPORATION OF PREMISES All of the above premises are found to be true and correct and are incorporated into the body of this Ordinance as if copied in their entirety. SECTION 2. AMENDMENTS 2.01 Section 5.03, Entitled “Accessory Structures and Uses”, of Article V, Entitled “Supplementary District Regulations” of Chapter 13, Entitled “Zoning”, of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Trophy Club, is hereby amended so that Subsection A(1)(b)(vi), Subsection A(1)(c), and Subsection D of Section 5.03 read in their entirety as follows: A 1 b vi. One Flag Pole less than twenty feet (20’) in height per residential lot; flagpoles are allowed in the front yard but cannot be in Town right-of-way or in any identified easements; and must be a minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. Permissible flags are as defined in the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 5- General Land Use, Article IV-Sign Regulations, Section 4.07. A 1 c. In all residentially zoned districts, when any of the foregoing permitted residential accessory uses are detached from the principal single-family dwelling, such accessory uses shall be located, except flagpoles as defined in item “vi” above: i. Behind the front building setback; and ii. A minimum of twenty feet (20’) from any street right of way; and iii. A minimum of six feet (6’) from rear and side lot lines. D. Location: There shall be no accessory structures located in any front yard or side yards, with the exception of a flag pole and signs, as defined by this article in item “vi” above. Accessory structures erected ten (10) feet or closer to the principle building shall be considered to be attached and part of the primary structure for calculating total square feet under roof and shall comply with the setback lines established for that zoning district. If the total square feet under roof (including said accessory structures) exceed 7,500 sq. ft., then the entire new accessory structure must be protected with a sprinkler system. In a case where more than one accessory structure is on the same lot, each structure shall have a minimum ten (10) foot 69 separation between them. A swimming pool is permitted to be located closer than ten (10) feet to the principle building. If the waters edge of a swimming pool, or any accessory structure that is excavated for foundation footing, is located six (6) feet or closer to the primary dwelling, an engineer’s letter, stamped by all applicable engineers, stating the excavation will not in any way harm the structural integrity of the primary dwelling, will be required at the time of plan submittal. Notwithstanding the foregoing, accessory structures are only allowed if they comply with the zoning regulations in the district in which they are located. SECTION 3. PENALTY It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision of this Ordinance, and any person violating or failing to comply with any provision of this Ordinance shall be fined, upon conviction, not less than One Dollar ($1.00) nor more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), and a separate offense shall be deemed committed each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. SECTION 4. SAVINGS That all rights and remedies of the Town of Trophy Club are expressly saved to any and all violations of the provisions of any Ordinance affecting accessory structures 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 until final disposition by the courts. SECTION 5. CUMULATIVE REPEALER That this Ordinance shall be cumulative of all other Ordinances and shall not repeal any of the provisions of such Ordinances except for those instances where there are direct conflicts with the provisions of this Ordinance. Ordinances or parts thereof in force at the time this Ordinance shall take effect and that are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are inconsistent with this Ordinance. Provided however, that any complaint, action, claim or lawsuit which has been initiated or has arisen under or pursuant to such Ordinance on the date of adoption of this Ordinance shall continue to be governed by the provisions of that Ordinance and for that purpose the Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY If any section, article, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word in this Ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid or unconstitutional by a Court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance, and the Town Council hereby 70 declares it would have passed such remaining portions of this Ordinance despite such invalidity, which remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 7. PUBLICATION The Town Secretary of the Town of Trophy Club is hereby directed to publish the Caption, Penalty and Effective Date of this Ordinance as required by Section 52.011 of the Texas Local Government Code. SECTION 8. ENGROSSMENT AND ENROLLMENT The Town Secretary of the Town of Trophy Club is hereby directed to engross and enroll this Ordinance as required by the Town Charter and state law. SECTION 9. EFFECTIVE DATE That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its date of passage, in accordance with law, and it is so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, this 18th day of May, 2009. Mayor, Nick Sanders Town of Trophy Club, Texas [SEAL] ATTEST: Lisa Hennek, Town Secretary Town of Trophy Club, Texas APPROVED TO AS FORM: Patricia A. Adams, Town Attorney Town of Trophy Club, Texas 71 G iVarlE COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.3 Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an ordinance canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the Joint General and Joint Special Election held on May 9, 2009. A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an Ordinance putting the Home Rule Charter Amendments from the May 9th 2009 Joint General and Joint Special Election into effect. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. ACTION BY COUNCIL: () Attachments: 1. Ordinance canvassing the returns of the Joint General and Joint Special Election 2. Ordinance canvassing the returns of the Home Rule Charter Amendments 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS ORDINANCE NO. 2009- AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS, CANVASSING THE RETURNS, INCLUDING THE RETURNS OF EARLY VOTING BALLOTS CAST IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE GENERAL JOINT ELECTION HELD ON MAY 9, 2009. AS SUCH RETURNS RELATE TO THE ELECTION OF A MAYOR AND TWO (2) COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR TWO (2) YEAR TERMS EACH TO THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB TOWN COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF PREMISES; PROVIDING FOR THE CONFIRMATION OF VOTE TABULATIONS; IDENTIFYING THE OFFICIALS ELECTED AND TERMS OF OFFICE; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THE CANVASS OF THE GENERAL JOINT ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR ENGROSSMENT AND ENROLLMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on March 2, 2009 the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas (the “Town”) passed and approved Ordinance No. 2009-06 ordering a Joint General and Joint Special Election, for the purpose of electing a Mayor and two (2) Council Members for two (2) year terms each to the Town Council, a Constitutional Amendment Election, determining whether a sale by exchange of a certain portion of Harmony Park will be approved by the voters and a measure to hold a binding referendum as authorized by the Charter of the Town of Trophy Club to determine whether the citizens desire the Town to abolish MUD2; and WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2009-06 also ordered the appointment of a Presiding Election Judge and an Alternate Presiding Election Judge for the purpose of conducting such election; and WHEREAS, the appropriate authority of the Town heretofore caused to be posted and published, in accordance with the election laws of the State of Texas, notice of the General Joint Election; and WHEREAS, it appears that a total of 1,635 votes were cast in such elections; and WHEREAS, the Joint General and Joint Special Election was duly and legally held on May 9, 2009 in the Town and in conformity with the election laws of the State of Texas, and the results of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, including the early voting results, have been certified and returned to the proper judges and clerks thereof; and 97 WHEREAS, the official returns of the presiding judges of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, including the returns of early voting ballots in connection therewith, and as such returns are related to the election of a Mayor and two (2) Council Members for two (2) year terms each for the Trophy Club Town Council, a Constitutional Amendment Election, determining whether a sale by exchange of a certain portion of Harmony Park will be approved by the voters and a measure to hold a binding referendum as authorized by the Charter of the Town of Trophy Club to determine whether the citizens desire the Town to abolish MUD2, have been presented to the Town Council acting in its capacity as the Canvassing Board; and WHEREAS, the Town Council has considered the returns of the Joint General and Joint Special Election as related to the election of a Mayor and two (2) Council Members for two (2) year terms each for the Trophy Club Town Council, a Constitutional Amendment Election, determining whether a sale by exchange of a certain portion of Harmony Park will be approved by the voters and a measure to hold a binding referendum as authorized by the Charter of the Town of Trophy Club to determine whether the citizens desire the Town to abolish MUD2, including the returns of early voting ballots cast in connection therewith; and WHEREAS, pursuant to State Law, in order to be declared elected, a candidate must receive the highest number of votes of the entire Town cast for the office for which such person is a candidate or be unopposed in the election, or WHEREAS, Subchapter C of Chapter 2 of the Election Code authorizes a governing body to declare each unopposed candidate elected to office; and WHEREAS, the following candidate, who was unopposed in the May 9, 2009, Joint General and Joint Special Election, is hereby declared elected to office, and shall be issued a certificate of election: TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB MAYOR FOR TWO (2) YEAR TERM NAME OF CANDIDATE TOTAL NUMBER OF EARLY VOTING VOTES RECEIVED TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED AT POLL ON ELECTION DAY TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED Connie White 471 347 818 Nick Sanders 433 374 807 WHEREAS, the returns of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, including the returns of the early voting ballots, duly and legally made, showed that each candidate for the office of Town Council received the following votes: 98 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR TWO (2) YEAR TERMS NAME OF CANDIDATE TOTAL NUMBER OF EARLY VOTING VOTES RECEIVED TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED AT POLL ON ELECTION DAY TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED Bill Rose 482 387 869 Joseph Boclair 271 204 475 Kathleen Wilson 426 317 743 Jim Moss 338 254 592 FOR THE ADOPTION OF PROPOSITION ONE AGAINST THE ADOPTION OF PROPOSITION ONE SHALL THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB EXCHANGE A 0.11 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OWNED BY THE TOWN AND WHICH IS A PART OF HARMONY PARK AND LOCATED IN THE J. MICHAEL SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 821, TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS FOR A 0.18 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OWNED BY BECK PROPERTIES TROPHY CLUB L.P., LOCATED ADJACENT TO HARMONY PARK AND ALSO IN THE J. MICHAEL SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 821, TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS. PROPOSITION ONE TOTAL NUMBER OF EARLY VOTING VOTES RECEIVED TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED AT POLL ON ELECTION DAY TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED FOR 690 499 1,189 AGAINST 177 182 359 FOR THE ADOPTION OF PROPOSITION TWO AGAINST THE ADOPTION OF PROPOSITION TWO SHALL PROPOSED TOWN ORDINANCE NO. 2009-05 ESTABLISHING JUNE 1, 2009 AS THE DATE FOR THE TOWN’S ASSUMPTION OF ALL POWERS, DUTIES, ASSETS, AND OBLIGATIONS OF TROPHY CLUB MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2, MAKING THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN SECTION 43.075 OF THE TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE APPLICABLE TO THE TOWN, AND PROVIDING THAT TROPHY CLUB MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 SHALL BE ABOLISHED ON JUNE 1, 2009, BECOME EFFECTIVE AS A LAW OR MANDATORY ORDER OF THE COUNCIL AS A MATTER APPROVED IN A 99 BINDING REFERENDUM. PROPOSITION TWO TOTAL NUMBER OF EARLY VOTING VOTES RECEIVED TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED AT POLL ON ELECTION DAY TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES RECEIVED FOR 419 351 770 AGAINST 472 351 823 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS: Section 1. Incorporation of Premises. The above and foregoing premises are true and correct and are incorporated into the body of this Ordinance and made a part hereof for all purposes. Section 2. Confirmation of Vote Tabulations. The results of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, as related to the election of a Mayor and two (2) Council Members for two (2) year terms each for the Trophy Club Town Council, a Constitutional Amendment Election, determining whether a sale by exchange of a certain portion of Harmony Park will be approved by the voters and a measure to hold a binding referendum as authorized by the Charter of the Town of Trophy Club to determine whether the citizens desire the Town to abolish MUD2, and as canvassed and tabulated above, reflect the expressed desires of the resident, qualified voters of the Town. Section 3. Elected Officials; Terms of Office. In accordance with the canvass and tabulation of the results of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, the duly elected Council Members elected on May 9. 2009, and the corresponding terms of office, subject to the taking of the oaths of office as required by State Law, are as follows: OFFICE TERM NAME Mayor Two (2) Years Connie White Council Member Two (2) Years Bill Rose Council Member Two (2) Years Kathleen Wilson 100 Section 4. Issuance of Certificates of Election. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver Certificates of Election to the successful candidates elected at the Joint General and Joint Special Election, as specified in Section 3 hereof. Section 5. Issuance of Canvass of General Joint Election. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver the Canvass of the Joint General and Joint Special Election, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, in accordance with the election laws of the State of Texas, and to take all other action necessary in connection therewith. Section 6. Engrossment and Enrollment. The Town Secretary of the Town of Trophy Club is hereby directed to engross and enroll this Ordinance by filing this Ordinance in the ordinance records of the Town as required in the Town Charter. Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect from and after its date of passage in accordance with law, and it is so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, this 18th day of May, 2009. Mayor, Nick Sanders Town of Trophy Club, Texas Effective Date: [SEAL] ATTEST: Town Secretary, Lisa Hennek Town of Trophy Club, Texas APPROVED AS TO FORM: Town Attorney, Patricia Adams Town of Trophy Club, Texas 101 TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS CANVASS OF GENERAL JOINT ELECTION I, the undersigned Mayor of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, and Presiding Officer of the Canvassing Authority of the Town, met on 18th day of May, 2009 with the Town Council of the Town, sitting as the Canvassing Board to canvass the returns of the Joint General and Joint Special Election held on May 9, 2009, at the Trophy Club Town Hall Building, 100 Municipal Drive, Trophy Club, Texas, as such returns related to the election of a Mayor and two (2) Council Members to the Town Council and such returns related to the amendments of the Home Rule Charter for the Town. I DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the figures on the tally sheets correspond with the figures on the returns. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas to be affixed hereto, this 18th day of May, 2009. (Seal) __________________________ Mayor and Presiding Officer of the Canvassing Authority Trophy Club, Texas 102 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.4 Outgoing remarks by Mayor Sanders. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: Attachments: 1. None 103 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.5 Oath of Office to be administered by Municipal Court Judge, Mark Chambers and Presentation of Certificate of Election from the Mayor to Incoming Council Members. EXPLANATION: Honorable Judge, Mark Chamber will administer the Oaths of Office to Council Elect Rose and Mayor White. Council Elect Wilson will take her Oath of Office at the June 1, 2009 Council meeting. RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: Attachments: 1. None 104 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.6 Citizen Presentations: this is an opportunity for citizens to address the Council on any matter whether or not it is posted on the agenda. The Council is not permitted to take action on or discuss any presentations made to the Council at this time concerning an item not listed on the agenda. The Council will hear presentations on specific agenda items prior to the Council addressing those items. You may speak up to three (3) minutes or the time limit determined by the Mayor or presiding officer. To speak during this item you must complete the Speaker's form that includes the topic(s) of your statement. Topics of presentation should be limited to matters over which the Council has authority. (lh) 105 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.7 Opening remarks by Mayor White and comments from incoming members of the Town Council. EXPLANATION: RECOMMENDATION: ACTION BY COUNCIL: Attachments: 1. None 106 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.8 Discuss and take appropriate action to approve an amendment to the Bank resolution naming authorized representatives on First Financial Bank accounts. EXPLANATION: First Financial – Removing Nick Sanders. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. ACTION BY COUNCIL: (kd) Attachments: 1. None 107 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.E.9 Items for Future Agenda. List: 1. Town Manager Emmons to report on the sound barrier issues on the east side and conversations with TXDOT, and discussion of same. (Wilson) 2. Establish and implement a process for Hotel inspections. (Edstrom added on 1/21/08) 3. Discuss and consider options to approve the upkeep of rental property, with or without creating a Building Standard Commission. (Edstrom – 4/21/08) 4. Discuss and receive an update on the Comprehensive Land Plan. (Edstrom – 10/20/08) 5. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Library Focus Group or other plan for exploring options and compiling data for a future library. (Wilson) 6. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding a Municipal Management District as it relates to taking over MUD2. (Mayor Sanders) 7. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding culvert issues on Skyline Park. (Wilson added on 4/6/09) 8. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding an update/celebration for the opening of the new Bryon Nelson High School. (Edstrom added April 20, 2009) 9. Item to receive a report to alleviate the congestion of games/practices on the baseball and the parking issues. (Wilson added May 6, 2009) 108 COUNCIL MEMORANDUM From: The Office of the Town Manager Date: 5-18-2009 Subject: Agenda Item No.F.1 Adjourn. (lh) 109