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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, February 7, 2006 AT 5:00 P.M.
4:00-5:00 P.M. WORK SESSION FOR AGENDA REVIEW
I.INVOCATION
- Information Services Director Jim Criswell
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -
Information Services Director Jim Criswell/Boy Scouts
III.INTRODUCTION OF COUNCIL
– Mayor James H. Holmes, III
IV.INTRODUCTION OF STAFF
– City Manager Bob Livingston
V.AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
DEPARTMENT PINS: Administrative Secretary Paula Roussey, Facilities Maintenance,
25 years; Gardener Robert Ramon, Park Department, 20 years; Administrative Secretary
Kathleen Mashburn, Finance Department and Dispatcher Gus Walton, Communications,
15 years for a total of 75 years of service to the City of University Park.
VI. RECOGNITION OF BOY SCOUTS
VII.ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR
A.Information from Area Manager for TXU Electric Delivery, Randy Newsom,
regarding feasibility of moving 138 kV Transmission Line to Northwest Highway or
Northaven
Anyone wishing to address an item not on the Agenda or having questions about items on
the Consent Agenda should do so at this time. Questions and comments regarding Main
Agenda items may be made when that item is addressed by the City Council.
VIII.CONSENT AGENDA
A.CONSIDER: Request from Highland Park Presbyterian Church to reserve Goar Park
for Easter Services – Bradley Tab I
B.CONSIDER: Request for Goar Park reservation for Park Cities Republican Women
on August 27, 2006 – Bradley Tab II
C.CONSIDER: Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes for January 17 and January
31, 2006 –Wilson Tab III
IX.MAIN AGENDA
A.CONSIDER: Approval of official agreement between City and TXU on feasibility
study for undergrounding utility lines along route of the TXU 138 kV Transmission
Line – Corder Tab IV
B.CONSIDER: Resolution regarding continued efforts to enforce Minor in
Possession/Consumption of Alcohol and Tobacco Products – Livingston Tab V
C.CONSIDER: Installation of a sidewalk on the west side of the 7800 block of Turtle
Creek Boulevard – Corder Tab VI
D.CONSIDER: Enhancements and modifications to the City’s Web site – Criswell
Tab VII
E.CONSIDER: Extension of interior design contract – Smith Tab VIII
F.CONSIDER: Appointment to TXU Steering Committee – Corder Tab IX
G.CONSIDER: Cooperative purchase of two 2006 Chevrolet Tahoes for the Fire
Department – Green Tab X
H.CONSIDER: Resolution calling General Municipal Election for purpose of electing
mayor and four councilmembers on May 13, 2006 – Wilson Tab XI
I.CONSIDER: Ordinance calling Special Election to consider City Charter
Amendments May 13, 2006 – Wilson Tab XI
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
Closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda items listed herein.
AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
DATE: February 2, 2006
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Gerry Bradley, Director of Parks
SUBJECT: Easter Morning Church Service at Goar Park
Each year, the Highland Park Presbyterian Church hosts an hour long sunrise
service on Easter morning at Goar Park. The church begins their set-up at
approximately 4:00 a.m. and usually leaves the park no later than 8:00 a.m. The
set up for the event includes a PA system, 5 – 6 tables and a large tarp for the
congregations to sit on. The church estimates approximately 700 participants will
be in attendance Easter morning.
RECOMMENDATION:
Based on past history, staff has received no complaints regarding the churches
event. The church will pay a refundable $250.00 security deposit and the typical
$500.00 land use fee for the use of the park site. Staff is recommending City
Council approve the use of Goar Park by the Highland Park Presbyterian Church
for Easter morning services.
ATTACHMENTS:
Faxed request from Highland Park Presbyterian Church
3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
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3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
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AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
DATE: February 2, 2006
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Gerry Bradley, Director of Parks
SUBJECT:Goar Park Gazebo Rental – Park Cities Republican Women
BACKGROUND:
Staff has received a request from the Park Cities Republican Women
Organization to reserve the Goar Park Gazebo. The reservation will take place
on August 27, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The group anticipates
between 200 – 250 individuals attending. Last year, the group paid an additional
$100.00 to have the gazebo decorated with flags and patriotic buntings.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff is recommending City Council approve the request by the Park Cities
Republican Women Organization to reserve the Goar Park Gazebo based on
the following reservation fees.
Refundable Security Deposit $ 250.00
Non-Refundable Land Use Fee $ 300.00
Non-Refundable Gazebo Rental Fee $ 80.00
Non-Refundable Decoration Fee $ 100.00
Total $ 730.00
ATTACHMENTS:
Reservation request from Park Cities Republican Women
3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
C:\Documents and Settings\nwilson\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\OLK31\PCRW - Goar Park Request.doc 9:11 AM 02/02/06
3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2006, 5:00 P.M.
PRESENTATION
Mr. Michael Egan, Vice-President of The Dallas Marketing Group, presented the Final Report of the
Community Survey to the City Council.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Blackie Holmes convened the City Council into an Executive Session in the conference room at
4:03 p.m. to receive legal advice from the city attorney under Section 551.071 of the Government Code.
The Executive Session closed at 4:29 p.m. No action was voted on or taken during the meeting.
WORK SESSION FOR AGENDA REVIEW
PROJECT NO. 43710 UPDATE FOR BOX CULVERT AT CITY HALL BY JESKE
CONSTRUCTION: The construction of the box culvert is ahead of schedule; however, the rain has
caused a delay for the opening of University Boulevard. It is now scheduled to open the end of January.
An alternate program for job site security was approved for the remainder of the work on the Box
Culvert.
CITY HALL/GOAR PARK LANDSCAPE UPDATE: Director of Parks Gerry Bradley presented a
Power Point on the recent landscape improvements. Four bald cypress trees were delivered from the
Meyerson Symphony Center on January 12 and planted in Goar Park. The trees were free and the price
for delivery and planting was $2400 per tree for a total of $9600. Three live oak trees will also be added
to Goar Park from the Northwest Water Tower. Two trees will also be added at Curtis Park, as well as,
a new fountain.
Mayor Blackie Holmes then opened the regular meeting of the City Council. Present were Mayor Pro
Tempore Jim Roberts and Councilmembers Syd Carter, Kelly Walker and Harry Shawver. Also in
attendance were City Manager Bob Livingston, City Attorney Rob Dillard and City Secretary Nina
Wilson.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
DEPARTMENT PIN: Mayor Holmes presented City Manager Bob Livingston with a 15-year pin.
Mayor Holmes stated that University Park is known as a great place to work and, through Mr.
Livingston’s efforts, dedication and the staff he has chosen, the City is now rated the #1 Suburb.
ANNOUNCEMENT:
Mayor Holmes announced that during the Executive Session, the City Attorney was instructed to draft
an ordinance to be considered at the February 7 City Council meeting to the effect that the TXU 138 kV
transmission line poles should be no higher than the existing poles. Letters to that effect will also be
sent to Tom Baker, Chairman and CEO, and Randy Newsom, Area Manager, of Texas Electric Delivery.
Councilmember Walker moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts seconded and
the vote was unanimous to approve the following:
CONSENT AGENDA
CONSIDER ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 2, CODE OF ORDINANCES, SECTION 2.606,
DOGS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY: The amended ordinance will read: “A person commits an offense if,
without the express permission of an authorized school official, he or she allows, suffers, permits a dog
under his or her ownership, custody, or control to go on or be on any school grounds or other property of
the Highland Park Independent School District, or any private preschool, kindergarten, primary or
secondary school, at any time, or to go on or be on any sidewalk, parkway or public property abutting
school property while school is in session.” Concerned parents and officials have requested that the
City’s current ordinance prohibiting dogs from the school grounds and properties of the Highland Park
Independent School District be amended to include adjacent sidewalks of schools and school property
while school is in session and without the express consent of school officials.
ORDINANCE NO. 06/02
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY
AMENDING CHAPTER 2, SECTION 2.606 “DOGS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY” TO PROHIBIT
DOGS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY OR ON SIDEWALKS OR PARKWAYS ADJACENT TO
SCHOOL PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO
EXCEED THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF TAPE BACKUP SYSTEM AND STORAGE AREA
NETWORK (SAN): The system covers backup and security for the City’s data files, the application
software that creates and maintains those files, and allows recovery of mission-critical systems in the
event of equipment failure or the need for disaster recovery. As the City has installed more high tech
capabilities and upgraded existing software, the need for more disk capacity has grown at a rapid pace.
To address the continuing need for increased disk capacity, a more robust and dynamic storage system is
needed. Purchase of the equipment and software totals $127,737.25.
CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF MESQUITE FOR USE OF
COMPOSTING FACILITY: The City currently disposes of all yard waste and brush at the City of
Mesquite’s composting facility. As the current agreement is about to expire, Mesquite has proposed a
new agreement to extend the use of the composting facility for another three years.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES: For January 3, 2006.
MAIN AGENDA
CONSIDER REQUEST FROM SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY (SMU) AND PRESCOTT
REALTY GROUP FOR CITY TO SPONSOR SUBMISSION TO NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (NCTCOG) FOR A SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT:
The grant, submitted with SMU and Prescott Realty Group, will be for an area bounded by Central
Expressway, Mockingbird, Greenville and Yale/SMU Boulevard. One of the major goals is to improve
pedestrian access in the area; specifically, access from the DART rail station to the east side of the SMU
campus, constructing a pedestrian bridge over Central Expressway. City staff believes that good
pedestrian access will be important also to City employees who utilize public transportation. As a
governmental entity, the City must be the sponsor since any funds will come through NCTCOG from the
Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) and other local sources. The area is not within
University Park, but the City’s public works facility is located in the area. SMU and the Prescott Realty
Group also own large parcels of property in the defined area, and the City would like to be involved in
planning for the area which will probably be impacted by future construction. The grant will require a
20% local match, resulting in approximately a $1.4 million match. The City Attorney will develop an
agreement stating that both SMU and the Prescott Realty Group will provide any match required and the
City will be reimbursed for expenses incurred in administering the funds. Councilmember Shawver
moved approval of the authorization to submit an application along with SMU and the Prescott Realty
Group to NCTCOG for a Sustainable Development District. Councilmember Walker seconded, and the
vote was unanimous to approve the request.
CONSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS FROM CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE: This spring, the
City Council will call a Charter Election to consider two issues requiring a vote by University Park
residents involving using a park used for non-park City purposes. The wording agreed upon is as
follows: Ballot Issue No. 1: The City Council shall submit to popular vote any ordinance or resolution
approved by the City Council which, if implemented, would have the effect of permanently changing the
surface use of more than 5,000 square feet of (i) any green belt, field, wood, creek, pond, lagoon, or
other water course that is one acre or larger in area, that is owned by the city, and that is being used as a
park, or (ii) Elena’s Children’s Park; Ballot Issue No. 2: If the area of any land owned by the city and
being used as a park or of any city-owned green space located within or adjacent to any public street will
be permanently reduced by a proposed, city-initiated public works project, the city shall give written
notice of the proposed project (i) to the record owner of each lot any portion of which is located within
500 feet of the area where the reduction will occur (ii) prior to or concurrently with the advertisement by
the city soliciting public bids for the proposed project. The City Attorney suggested that, if a Charter
Election is called, the document should be reviewed in its entirety for other suggested changes. To
accomplish this task, the City Council appointed a Charter Review Committee. Members of the Charter
Review Committee include: W. Richard Davis, Chair; Alan Wasserman, Walt Humann, Gage Prichard
and Barbara Hitzelberger. The Charter Review Committee met on September 22, 2005 and November
17, 2005. After review of the City Charter, the Committee reached a conclusion and submitted a report
to the City Council dated December 14, 2005. The committee recommended the ballot issues listed
above should be considered by the Council for submission at a Charter Election. It was also the opinion
of the Committee that there were no other significant changes necessary at this point. Mayor Holmes
moved approval of the recommendation from the Charter Review Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts
seconded, and the vote was unanimous to place both issues on the ballot for the election.
CONSIDER PROGRAM EXPANSION OF TREES FOR TOWN PROGRAM: Since 1982, it has been
estimated that the City of University Park has planted over 3,000 trees as part of the Trees for Town
Program. The program was originally designed to plant trees in the public parkway adjacent to a
resident’s home for a cost of $100 per tree including planting by the City. In fiscal year 2005/2006, staff
received orders for over 80 trees. Staff proposed expanding the program in 2006 by also allowing
residents to purchase trees for planting on their own private property at a cost of $50 per tree including
delivery only. Councilmember Walker moved approval of the program expansion. Councilmember
Carter seconded, and the vote was unanimous to allow residents to purchase trees for planting on their
property.
CONSIDER EQUIPMENT DONATIONS TO VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS: In the past, the
Fire Department has abided by City policy placing no longer needed departmental items in the auction
process to recoup at least some of the original cost of the item. City Attorney Rob Dillard pointed out
that the City can legally donate items to the Texas Forestry Service and, in turn, the items can be
redistributed to volunteer departments. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts moved approval of the request.
Councilmember Shawver seconded, and the vote was unanimous to approve donating items no longer
needed by the City to the Texas Forestry Service.
REVIEW QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Finance Director Kent Austin presented the
reports. Revenue is up. Investments went from $45 million to $50 million.
REVIEW FOURTH QUARTER STRATEGIC GOALS: On December 14, 2004, the City Council
adopted six strategic goals and objectives. Four objectives have been completed: develop a plan to
recognize model citizens in the community; install attractive signs in each park giving park history,
regulations, and hours; evaluate the need for a specific position on City staff to manage Web site and
cable channel content, media contacts, community relations, and produce publications; consider a
citywide program for sidewalk maintenance. Eight objectives are in progress: develop traffic and
parking improvements; communicate traffic realities; develop a Master Plan for Snider Plaza and
Miracle Mile areas; develop a New Resident Orientation Program; identify initiatives based on
recommendations from the Park Advisory Committee; develop a unified design and standards for
entrances to the City; assess the effectiveness of current communication methods and make
recommendations for improvements; implement customer service/work order system (3-1-1 project).
Two objectives have not been started: study feasibility of undergrounding Lovers Lane in Miracle Mile;
conduct study of improving restrooms in the parks. The City Attorney reported that progress was being
made on the Northwest Parkway Wall. Work is now being done on the conceptual plan and construction
should start by the end of 2006.
CONSIDER CHANGING CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES IN MAY AND JULY: As the City will
be conducting a City Council Election on Saturday, May 13, the May 16 City Council meeting was
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moved to May 23, at which time, the newly-elected City Councilmembers will be inaugurated. July 4
falls on the first Tuesday of the month; therefore, Council changed the first meeting in July to
Wednesday, July 5. Councilmember Carter moved approval of the change in meeting dates.
Councilmember Shawver seconded, and the vote was unanimous to approve holding City Council
meetings on May 23 and July 5.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this 7 day of February 2006.
James H. Holmes III, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nina Wilson, City Secretary
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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2006, 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Blackie Holmes opened the special meeting of the City Council with prayer. Present were Mayor
Pro Tempore Jim Roberts and Councilmembers Syd Carter, Kelly Walker and Harry Shawver. Also in
attendance were City Manager Bob Livingston, City Attorney Rob Dillard and City Secretary Nina
Wilson. Boy Scout Cameron Lundberg, 7500 Turtle Creek Boulevard, led the pledge of allegiance and
then stated the badge upon which he was working.
CONSIDER AUTHORIZATION OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE UNDERGROUNDING OF
UTILITY LINES GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG THE ROUTE OF THE 138 KV TXU
TRANSMISSION LINE LOCATED IN THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK: Mayor Holmes
announced that the Council would consider preliminary approval of an agreement between the City and
TXU to participate in a study that will explore the feasibility of placing the 138 kV transmission line
underground for the entire length of the existing route. The official agreement will be approved at the
next City Council meeting on February 7. Per the agreement, the City agrees to delay consideration of
any ordinance restricting the heights of existing poles and TXU agrees to stop any design work until the
feasibility study is complete. By February 7, Walt Humann, 3131 Lovers Lane, will provide the City
with contact information for potential consulting engineers/firms to oversee the study. Mayor Holmes
also sought the residents’ assistance in finding a consulting engineer. The City staff will interview
candidates and be prepared to submit a contract for Council approval at the February 21 City Council
meeting. The selected consulting engineer will give an initial report by Tuesday, March 21 at the City
Council meeting. Mayor Holmes also announced that TXU cannot help with the expense of the
consulting engineer because of setting a precedent; therefore, the City of University Park will pay for the
entire feasibility study. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts moved approval of the authorization of a feasibility
study for the undergrounding of utility lines along the route of the 138 kV TXU transmission line.
Councilmember Walker seconded, and the vote was unanimous to consider preliminary approval of an
agreement between the City and TXU.
CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF A NEW TRANSMISSION LINE STEERING COMMITTEE
MEMBER TO REPLACE FORMER COMMITTEE MEMBER JAMES A. MARTIN, III, WHO
RESIGNED DUE TO POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Mr. Martin holds shares in TXU and
felt that was a conflict of interest and someone should be appointed in his place. Mayor Holmes asked
that residents submit names to Councilmembers of anyone interested in serving on the committee.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this 7 day of February 2006.
James H. Holmes III, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nina Wilson, City Secretary
AGENDA MEMO
(2/7/06 AGENDA)
DATE:
February 3, 2006
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Council
FROM:
Robbie Corder, Assistant to the Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:
Agreement Between TXU and the City of University Park re 138 kV
Transmission Line
ITEM:
The City and TXU Electric Delivery have reached an agreement to hire an outside
engineering firm to conduct a study on the feasibility of placing electric transmission,
electric distribution, cable, and telephone services underground along the entire route of
the 138 kV transmission line.
The agreement stipulates that the City will delay consideration of an ordinance restricting
the height of utility poles installed along the route, and TXU Electric Delivery will cease
all planning and design activities related to the transmission line project until the study has
been completed. The City will fund the entire cost of the feasibility study.
The Council directed that the firm conducting the study, be selected in time for Council
consideration and approval at its February 21 regular meeting. Additionally, the Council
directed that initial study findings be reported to the City and TXU Electric Delivery at its
March 21 regular meeting.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the agreement.
ATTACHMENTS:
Agreement
3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
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AGREEMENT
This agreement is entered into by and between the City of University Park, Texas,
and TXU Electric Delivery, on the ____ day of _____________________, 2006.
WHEREAS
, TXU Electric Delivery furnishes electric power in the City of
University Park; and
WHEREAS
, TXU Electric Delivery is considering replacement of certain
facilities in connection with a 138 kV transmission line which runs through the City; and
WHEREAS
, the parties wish to work together towards a solution for such
facilities which will be beneficial to the delivery of electric power and not harmful to
property owners abutting the 138 kV transmission line;
NOW, THEREFORE
, the parties, for the consideration expressed herein, do
agree as follows:
1. The City of University Park agrees that it will delay consideration of any
ordinance, resolution or other order limiting the height of poles or
appurtenances that may be used for placement and support of the 138 kV
transmission line facilities of TXU Electric Delivery, running from …..
2. TXU Electric Delivery agrees that it will not, except in cases of
emergency, proceed with any work to install or replace poles supporting
the 138 kV transmission line..
3. This agreement shall be in effect until an understanding is reached as to
whether or the 138 kV transmission line will be placed underground or
overhead.
4. The City will select and employ a qualified consulting engineer to study
the feasibility of undergrounding the 138 kV transmission line as soon as
possible. The City of University Park agrees that it will pay the cost of
such feasibility study.
5. The parties represent that the governing body or appropriate official of
each entity has duly approved execution of this agreement.
AGREEMENT – Page 1
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6. This agreement shall be effective on the date first written above.
TXU Electric Delivery
By:_____________________________
Its ___________________________
Date of signing:
________________________________
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Secretary
Date of signing:
_______________________________
CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK
By:___________________________
James H. Holmes, III, Mayor
Date of signing:
______________________________
ATTEST:
______________________________
Nina Wilson, City Secretary
Date of signing:
______________________________
AGREEMENT – Page 2
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AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
February 2, 2006
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Bob Livingston, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Resolution Regarding Continued Efforts to Enforce Minor in
Possession/Consumption of Alcohol and Tobacco Products
Mayor Holmes recently discussed the Police Departments efforts toward enforcement in
this area with Chief Adams and me. The Department’s work has resulted in almost 500
arrests in the past five years. Charts are attached that track MIP activity since 2001. They
show increase trends in these areas.
During the last regular Legislative Session, an amendment to the Alcoholic Beverage
Code added civil liability to the already existing criminal responsibility of adults who are
convicted of furnishing alcohol to minors. The law continues to allow a parent to furnish
alcohol his or her own child.
The proposed Resolution recognizes the past efforts of UPPD and encourages it to inform
both violators and individuals affected by their actions of the potential civil liability.
Attachments
3800 UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS 75205 TELEPHONE (214) 363-1644
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2/2/2006
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS RECOGNIZING THE EFFORTS OF
THE UNIVERSITY PARK POLICE DEPARMENT IN
ENFORCING JUVENILE VIOLATION OF STATE ALCOHOL
AND TOBACCO LAWS AND ENCOURAGING THE UNIVERSITY
PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT TO USE THIS CHANGE IN THE
LAW TO MAKE ADULTS AWARE OF BOTH THEIR CRIMINAL
AND CIVIL LIABLITY IN FURNISHING ALCOHOL TO
MINORS.
WHEREAS,
The City Council wishes to recognize the efforts of the University Park
Police Department concerning enforcement of the laws of the State of Texas regarding
alcohol use by minors, and,
WHEREAS,
Those efforts have resulted in the arrest of almost 500 minors in the past
five years for violations of State law for consumption and possession of alcohol and
tobacco, and,
WHEREAS,
The Texas Legislature in 2005 enacted provisions to the Alcohol Beverage
Code which provided that an adult who furnishes alcohol to a minor, other than his own
child, can be held civilly liable for damages arising from that action in addition to
committing a criminal violation of that code.
NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS:
That the Council appreciates the past efforts of the University Park Police Department and
encourages the Department to inform residents, who are affected by the actions of under
age drinkers, of this additional provision of Texas State Law, as well as minors and their
parents of the potential liability, if they violate the law regarding minor consumption and
possession of alcoholic beverages.
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PASSED AND APPROVED
this 7day of February 2006
______________________________
MAYOR
_____________________________
CITY SECRETARY
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MINOR - POSSESSION2937267619
MINOR - CONSUMPTION2197321566
DUI - MINOR210768
TOBACCO VIOLATION517895
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TOTAL ENFORCEMENT 571617310698
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MINOR - POSSESSION2937267619
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MINOR - CONSUMPTION2197321566
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DWI - MINOR210768
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TOBACCO VIOLATION517895
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AGENDA MEMO
(2/7/06 AGENDA)
DATE:
February 2, 2006
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Council
FROM:
Robbie Corder, Assistant to the Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:
Sidewalk: 7800 Turtle Creek Blvd.
ITEM:
On December 13, 2005 Staff presented Council with a request to construct a sidewalk along
the west side of Turtle Creek Blvd adjacent to the property located at 3500 Greenbrier (directly
across the street from Caruth Park). Sidewalk is continuous to the north and south of this
property along Turtle Creek Blvd; however, there is no sidewalk currently adjacent to this
particular property. Staff is requesting Council direction before moving forward with the
sidewalk installation.
After visiting with the property owner and looking at the site, staff recommends one of the
following two options if a sidewalk is needed (cost estimates do not include labor):
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Option 1: Install a 5 foot wide sidewalk along the back of curb with a small
stacked brick retaining wall and. Two large trees would be lost, and
several small saplings would need to be transplanted. A back of curb
sidewalk would also require the installation of new curb and gutter.
Estimated Costs of Option 1: $5,000 - $7,000
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Option 2: Install a meandering 4 foot wide sidewalk that would avoid the two
trees to the west; however, the sidewalk would be placed closer to the
property line. The largest tree, a red oak, would likely be lost or damaged.
Significant landscaping, grading, and irrigation would be required in the
front and side yards for this option.
Estimated Costs of Option 2: $20,000 - $30,000
The property owners of 3500 Greenbrier have indicated that they are not in favor of
constructing a sidewalk with either option, since both include significant loss of a tree(s) and
extensive landscaping.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff requests Council direction before proceeding with the installation of this sidewalk.
ATTACHMENTS:
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AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
DATE: January 31, 2006
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Jim Criswell, Director of Information Services
SUBJECT: City Website Enhancements and Modifications
BACKGROUND:
In January of 2003 the City of University Park launched its first Website. The
selected vendor, Imaginuity Interactive, worked very closely with Staff to design and
build a site to compliment the elegance of our city. Throughout the past three years,
many of our citizens, and also representatives from other municipal governments
have expressed their satisfaction with both the design, and the information
contained on the site. Activity on the site has steadily increased from 2,000 visits per
week in the beginning to an average of 6,697 for 2005. It is also important to note
that since the City hired a Community Information Officer, who is making a
concerted effort at community outreach, weekly visits have averaged between 8,000
and 9,000. As the Internet becomes a greater part of all of our lives, and one of the
most desired methods of transacting business with cities, the time is now to invest in
enhancements to not only provide more and better service, but also to continue the
community outreach program which has been so successfully started. The recently
completed Community Survey also pointed to the need for improvement in
satisfaction with the site among “tech savvy”citizens under 45 years old with
children and with new residents to the city. Interestingly, the study also found that
although only 48% of our citizens use the site, those users rated the site as very
effective. This is another indicator that site improvements will increase satisfaction
and consequently, over time, help generate new users.
PROPOSED ENHANCEMENTS
City staff from several departments have been working together for 2-3 months to
identify needed areas of improvement, and recently Imaginuity Interactive was
invited to listen to the proposals, and to participate in a plan to enhance the site.
The results of those meetings were reduced to a Scope of Work as outlined below.
City Website Enhancements and Modifications Page 2
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The home page will be redesigned to better communicate city news, major
projects, online services, polls of users, and site navigation.
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The direct alarm monitoring section information will be enhanced and new
interactive forms will be added for Alarm Permits and for Subscriber
Data/Contacts.
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Easily maintainable flash maps of the City will be introduced to denote the
location of Capital Improvement Projects, mile per year projects, right of
way construction, etc. When hovered over with a mouse, a call out box will
give minimal information, and a click will display a more comprehensive
page about the project.
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A new community calendar with new icons will be introduced specifically
targeting the Parks area of the site.
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Interactive Park maps for the eight major parks will be introduced. As with
the construction maps, when the park is hovered over with a mouse, a call
out box will display minimal park information, but a click will display a full
page about the park with pictures, etc. (This will be designed so that maps of
other landmarks such as churches, schools, businesses, etc. can be easily
added at a later date.)
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A survey module will be added that can be used when desired to poll the
users for input on various topics of interest.
The scope of work will also include the migration of the Website from the existing
server at the SBC E-services hosting facility to a new larger web server.
Imaginuity Interactive’s fee for the implementation of these changes is $52,600.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the proposal from Imaginuity Interactive, Inc. to
provide City Website enhancements and modifications in the amount of $52,600.
The project was approved by the Capital Projects Review Committee on December
5, 2005. Funds are available in the Capital Projects Fund.
AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
DATE: February 1, 2006
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kate Smith, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Interior design contract extension
BACKGROUND:
At the March 16, 2005 City Council meeting, Council approved an interior design contract for
City Hall renovation with Ms. Onesia Rigney of Anderson Furniture Studio. The amount
approved by the City Council was $10,000. Ms. Rigney has been working on this project since
that time. As of her last invoice received by the City on January 4, 2006, her work has exceeded
the $10,000 initially approved by the City Council. Our contract with Ms. Rigney states:
The interior designer will be compensated for the services at the rate of $75.00 per hour, with a total
compensation for the project not to exceed $10,000. At the time this agreement is signed, the interior designer
will be paid an initial retainer of $2,000.00, against which the hourly charges will be billed monthly, with a copy
of such billing furnished to the City and its construction manager. After the initial retainer is drawn down, a new
$2,000.00 retainer fee will be remitted. Any unbilled amounts under the retainer will be returned to the City of
University Park at the end of the job.
$10,000 covers approximately 133 hours of work. If hours worked exceeds this amount, the University Park City
Council must approve a contract extension before a new retainer can be remitted.
Below is a breakdown of the invoices received and retainers remitted by the City:
Month Statement Received Amount Billed Retainer Remitted
March Initial retainer $2,000.00
Mar. & April 05 May 17 $2,292.80 $2,000.00
May 05 June 8 $2,195.25 $2,000.00
June 05 July 28 $1,058.45 $2,000.00
July 05 Aug. 15 $1,473.66 $2,000.00
Aug. 05 Nov. 3 $2,059.28 $2,000.00
Sept. 05 Nov. 3 $797.50
Oct. 05 Jan. 10 $599.58
Nov. 05 Jan. 10 $1,267.50
Dec. 05 Jan. 10 $703.46
TOTAL: $12,447.48 $12,000.00
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The City Hall Renovation Committee did not meet the month of November but reviewed the
proposed contract extension at the December 12, 2005 meeting. At that time, Ms. Rigney did not
have the October, November and December invoices available. The committee stated that they
needed to see all invoices up to date before they could make a recommendation and deferred this
item to their next agenda.
At the January 18, 2006 committee meeting, the committee reviewed all invoices to date and Ms.
Rigney outlined her work still ahead. Committee members asked for her best estimate as to her
hours to finish the project. Ms. Rigney stated that it would take approximately 50 hours to finish
work with the architect but that, as the project progressed, she would still need to oversee other
items such as furniture installation, etc.
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Hall Renovation Committee recommends a contract extension not to exceed another
$10,000 without further Council approval. This would take the contract amount to $20,000 total.
ATTACHMENTS:
Interior design contract
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City of University Park
March 16, 2005
Onesia Rigney
9770 Audubon Place
Dallas, TX 75220
This letter will serve as the agreement between Onesia Rigney ("interior designer") and
the City of University Park for interior design services to be performed by the interior
designer for the City Hall expansion and renovation.
SCOPE OF WORK
The interior designer will develop, define and manage the interior design for the City of
University Park City Hall renovation, coordinating interior design throughout the entire
building, keeping with the Georgian architectural theme. The interior designer will be
responsible for the selection of finishes, fixtures and furniture and will work closely with
the architect, Leo A. Daly (LAD), to provide them with plan concepts.
BUILDING DETAILS
Current square footage: 25,000
Total square footage after renovation: 45,816
FINISHES AND FIXTURES
The interior designer will select and provide details to LAD on the following items for
the entire building:
. Wall design and finishes
. Floor finishes
. Ceilings
. Decorative Lighting
. Millwork finishes and hardware selections
. Counter tops for all built in millwork
. Interior Design Graphics, including a design behind the reception desk on
the first and second floors.
*The entire building includes all public areas, (lobby/reception; conference
rooms; council/courtroom; corridors); bathrooms (7 public restrooms, 13
fire/police dorm restrooms, 2 non-public unisex restrooms),City department
offices and their support spaces, and the fire department living quarters, including
fireman dormitory rooms, kitchen and day room.
*The interior designer will not be responsible for the fire department engine bays
(4,020 sq. ft.), booking area in the police department, or jail (approximately 2,000
sq. ft.).
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Although the interior designer will be responsible for the entire building, she will pay
special attention to the public spaces which comprise 10,190 sq. ft. These spaces include:
. First floor lobby/common space - 2,349 sq. ft.
. Second floor lobby/common space - 3,349 sq. ft.
. Executive Offices on first floor - 2,305
. Conference Room on first floor - 666 sq. ft.
. Conference Room on second floor - 560 sq. ft.
. Council Chambers on second floor - 1,521 sq. ft.
The interior designer will be responsible for providing LAD with design concepts for all
selected finishes and materials to be incorporated into the final design. LAD will be
responsible for translating these drawings into the final construction documents.
FURNITURE
The interior designer will provide input on the selection of all furniture.
Office Furniture
All office furniture will be purchased by the City of University Park using a
cooperative pricing agreement. The City will identify several lines of furniture
that we are able to purchase from, and the interior designer will be responsible for
aiding in the ultimate furniture selection. Office furniture layout will be done by
the manufacturer that is selected.
Public Space Furniture
The City wishes to purchase as much of the furniture as possible for the public
spaces under a cooperative pricing agreement. However, if this not possible for
the public spaces, the City of University Park will still be responsible for the
purchase of the furniture with the assistance of the interior designer to select the
type and design. Public space furniture selection by the interior designer is not
restricted to catalogues provided by the City.
MEETING ATTENDANCE
For the life of the project, the interior designer will be responsible for attending all
necessary meetings with the City of University Park Staff, City Hall Renovation
Committee, and LAD. These may include:
. Bi-weekly meetings at the office of LAD, approximately 2 hours each.
(Meetings will become less frequent upon the start of construction.)
. Separate meetings with LAD to coordinate, communicate and provide
sketches of all design schemes.
. At least 2 overall design concept presentations to the City Hall Renovation
Committee.
TENATIVE PROJECT SCHEDULE
Box Culvert- Begin Spring 2005, complete Fall 2005
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Building addition-Begin Winter 2005, complete Fall 2006
Building renovation-Begin Fall 2006, complete Summer 2007
COMPENSATION
You have identified that your consulting rate is $ 75.00 an hour. This rate covers: phone
calls, all meetings, email correspondence, all design, planning and layout, and product
selections. The hourly rate will be the sole compensation for the interior designer.
The interior designer will be compensated for the services at the rate of $75.00 per hour,
with a total compensation for the project not to exceed $10,000. At the time this
agreement is signed, the interior designer will be paid an initial retainer of $2,000.00,
against which the hourly charges will be billed monthly, with a copy of such billing
furnished to the City and its construction manager. After the initial retainer is drawn
down, a new $2,000.00 retainer fee will be remitted. Any unbilled amounts under the
retainer will be returned to the City of University Park at the end of the job.
$10,000 covers approximately 133 hours of work. If hours worked exceeds this amount,
the University Park City Council must approve a contract extension before a new retainer
can be remitted.
HAVING READ THE ABOVE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, BY SIGNING BELOW,
I/WE VE AGREED TO THEM.
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AGENDA MEMO
(2/7/06 AGENDA)
DATE:
February 2, 2006
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Council
FROM:
Robbie Corder, Assistant to the Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:
TXU Steering Committee Appointment
ITEM:
The City Council appointed a steering committee comprised of residents living along the route
of the proposed 138kV transmission line improvement. The steering committee was tasked
with developing a solution with TXU to meet the needs of the community and TXU.
James Martin, 3920 Amherst, submitted his resignation from the committee due to a conflict of
interest. Staff requests Council to consider appointing a new member to the TXU Steering
Committee.
RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
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AGENDA MEMO
(2/7/06 AGENDA)
DATE:
February 1, 2006
TO:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Christine Green, Purchasing Agent
SUBJECT:
Cooperative Purchase of Tahoes for Fire Department
The Fire Department is budgeted to purchase vehicles for the Deputy Fire Chief and Fire Marshal.
Two 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Package Vehicles (PPV) are available through Caldwell
Country via the Tarrant County Purchasing Cooperative for $29,837.00 each.
The Fire Marshal’s current 1993 Ford Explorer will be sent to auction. The Deputy Fire Chief’s
vehicle is a new addition to the fleet.
The City has been a member of the Tarrant County Purchasing Cooperative since October 1999.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends purchase of two 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV in the total amount of $59,674.00.
Purchases made through the Tarrant County Purchasing Cooperative satisfy all competitive
bidding requirements.
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AGENDA MEMO
(02/07/06 AGENDA)
DATE:
February 2, 2006
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM:
Nina Wilson
City Secretary
SUBJECT: RESOLUTIONS ORDERING A GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION AND A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR MAY 13,
2006
A General Municipal Election and Special Election is being ordered for Saturday, May 13,
2006 for the purpose of electing a mayor and four councilmembers to serve for a term of
two years and for considering amendments to the City Charter. The election will be
conducted at the City of University Park City Hall from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Staff is proposing the appointment of Trevor Rees-Jones as Presiding Election Judge and
R.B. Murray as Alternate Presiding Election Judge. Nina Wilson, City Secretary, will be
responsible for appointing election clerks as needed for the proper conduct of the election.
Early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted at City Hall, 3800 University Boulevard,
University Park, Texas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning Monday, May 1, 2006
and continuing through Friday, May 5, 2006, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning on Monday 8
and ending Tuesday, May 9, 2006.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends passing the resolutions calling an election
for Saturday, May 13, 2006.
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, CALLING
AN ELECTION ON SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2006 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A MAYOR
AND FOUR COUNCILMEMBERS ; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS:
That the City Council of the City of University Park, Texas hereby orders that an election be held in the
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City of University Park, Texas, on the 13 day of May 2006 to elect a Mayor for a two- (2) year term and four
(4) Councilmembers for two- (2) year terms.
Section 1: That the candidate receiving a majority of all votes cast for Mayor shall be elected for a two- (2)
year term and the four (4) candidates receiving the highest number of votes cast for Councilmember shall be
elected for two- (2) year terms.
The polling place for said election shall be the University Park City Hall, 3800 University Boulevard,
University Park, Texas. The polls shall be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning Monday, May 1, 2006
and continuing through Friday, May 5, 2006, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning on Monday, May 8
and ending Tuesday, May 9, 2006.
None but legally qualified voters of the City shall be entitled to vote at said election.
Section 2: Notice of said election shall be posted, not later than April 21, 2006 on the bulletin board used to
publish notice of City Council meetings.
Notice of said election shall be published in the official newspaper of the City one (1) time not earlier
than April 13, 2006, and not later than May 3, 2006.The City Secretary shall secure affidavits of publication
from the official newspaper giving a record of the date and fact of publication.
Section 3: Trevor Rees-Jones, 3615 Centenary, is hereby appointed Presiding Election Judge and R.B. Murray,
4207 University, is hereby appointed Alternate Presiding Election Judge. The Presiding Election Judge shall
appoint seven (7) election Clerks and as many additional Clerks as are necessary for the proper conduct of the
election. All Judges and Clerks shall be qualified voters of the City.
Section 4: Early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted at City Hall, 3800 University Boulevard,
University Park, Texas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning Monday, May 1, 2006 and
continuing through Friday, May 5, 2006, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning on Monday 8 and ending
Tuesday, May 9, 2006.
Section 5: After holding the election, the Presiding Election Judge shall promptly deliver returns to the City
Secretary and to the Mayor, and the City Secretary shall thereafter present such returns to the City Council for
the canvassing of said election. The Presiding Election Judge and Alternate Presiding Election Judge shall be
paid the sum of Eight Dollars ($8.00) and all Clerks appointed by the Presiding Election Judge shall be paid the
sum of Seven Dollars ($7.00) per hour for their services in conducting the election, and not exceeding pay for
more than one (1) hour of work before the polls open.
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The election returns shall be canvassed by the City Council not earlier than the 3 day or later than the
11th day after the Election Day at a time set by the Mayor. The City Council shall canvass the returns as
provided by law and upon completion shall declare the results, and the person receiving the majority of all
votes cast for Mayor shall be elected Mayor and the four (4) persons receiving the highest number of votes for
City Councilmember shall be elected. Such elected officers may enter upon their duties as soon as they have
qualified and have taken the oath of office as provided by law.
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PASSED AND APPROVED
this 7 day of February 2006.
APPROVED:
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Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
City Attorney City Secretary
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS, ORDERING A
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2006, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CHARTER;
CREATING A SINGLE ELECTION PRECINCT; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE; AND
FIXING THE TIME, PLACE AND MANNER OF HOLDING SAID ELECTION.
WHEREAS,
a Charter Review Committee appointed by the City Council has recommended
amendments to the Charter; and
WHEREAS,
both State law and Chapter 13, Section 13.11 of the City Charter require
amendments to the Charter be submitted to the voters of the City through a special election; and
WHEREAS,
Saturday, May 13, 2006 is a uniform election date and the City Council can order a
special election on that date for voters to consider charter amendments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS;
SECTION 1.
That a special election is hereby ordered to be held on Saturday, May 13,
2006, for the purpose of voting on proposed amendments to the Home Rule Charter by the
qualified voters of the City of University Park, Texas. That the propositions are attached hereto
as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein for all purposes.
SECTION 2.
That said election shall be held in accordance with the Election Code of
the State of Texas, the Local Government Code of the State of Texas, and the Charter and
ordinances of the City of University Park, Texas, and shall be in conformity with the procedures
set forth therein. Special notice of the Charter amendment election shall be given by publication
of a substantial copy of the proposed amendments in the manner required by section 9.004 (c) of
the Local Government Code.
SECTION 3.
That a single election precinct is hereby created for such special election,
which shall consist of the territory located within the corporate limits of the City of University
Park, Texas, bearing all or part of Dallas County Precincts 1206, 1207, 1208, 1215, 1216, 1217
and 1218. The official polling place for said election shall be City Hall, 3800 University
Boulevard, University Park, Texas.
SECTION 4.
That Nina Wilson, City Secretary, is hereby appointed Early Voting Clerk
in compliance with Section 271.006 of the Texas Election Code.
SECTION 5.
That early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted at the City Hall,
3800 University Boulevard, University Park, Texas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
beginning Monday, May 1, 2006 and continuing through Friday, May 5, 2006, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00
p.m. beginning on Monday 8 and ending Tuesday, May 9, 2006.
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SECTION 6.
That this ordinance shall take effect immediately following its passage and
approval as provided by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED
by the City Council of the City of University Park on this the 7th
day of February 2006.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED:
Robert L. Dillard, III James H. Holmes, III
City Attorney Mayor
ATTEST:
Nina Wilson
City Secretary
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EXHIBIT “A”
Proposition No. 1.
“ Shall Chapter 10 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of University Park be amended
to add a new Section 10.05 to read as follows:
Section 10.05 The City Council shall submit to popular vote any ordinance or resolution
approved by the City Council which, if implemented, would have the effect of
permanently changing the surface use of more than 5,000 square feet of (i) any green
belt, field, wood, creek, pond, lagoon, or other water course that is one acre or larger in
area, that is owned by the city, and that is being used as a park, or (ii) Elena’s Children’s
Park.”
Proposition No. 2.
“Shall Chapter 13 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of University Park be amended
to add a new Section 13.16 to read as follows:
Section 13.16 If the area of any land owned by the city and being used as a park or of
any city-owned green space located within or adjacent to any public street will be
permanently reduced by a proposed, city-initiated public works project, the city shall
give written notice of the proposed project (i) to the record owner of each lot any portion
of which is located within 500 feet of the area where the reduction will occur, (ii) prior to
or concurrently with the advertisement by the city soliciting public bids for the proposed
project.”
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