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Home My WebLink About1973-06-05 Regular Meeting CITY COUNCIL AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF JUNE S, 1973 AT 7:30 P.M. I . CALL TO ORDER I I. I1�TVOCAT ION III. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS. IV. CITIZENS REQUESTS AND/OR MISC. REPORTS & DISCUSSIONS. A. Discussion of swimming pool rates. ' B. SSR Properties to discuss Park Blvd. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. Consideration of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 70-10, a Zoning Ordinance, granting a zoning chanqe on a tract of land in the J.B. Fay Survey , A.#530, and the William Bradford Survey, A.#131 , from �'R-1" to "G2" Community Business District �n Tracts A & B, and from "R-1►� to "I-1" Light Industrial District on Tract C. (First Reading) Applicant - M.L. Godwin Investments, Inc. Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to approve ' the zoning request. k3� Consideration of an ordinance a.mending Ordinance No. 70-�0, a Zoning Ordinance, granting a zoning ch�nge on a tract of land in the A.F. Leonard Survey and the S. Freemand Survey, from "R-1�+ to "R-3+� Multi-Ramily District or any higher or more ' restrictive multi-family zonina categoryS or in the alternative, a Pl�nned Development zoning category. (First Reading) Applicant - Gary Kirkland, TrusteP Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to deny the zoning requPSt. C. Consideration of an ordinanGe amending Ordinance ' No. 70-10, a Zoning Ordinance, granting a zoning change on a tract of land in the William Dooley SurVey� A.#422 � from "R-1" to ."G-2" Community Business District. (Rirs� Re�ding) Applicant - Billy Underwood Planning and 7_onin� C�mmission re��mm�n�t�� tn �.ppr�ve the znni.ng .req�aest. n C�nsi�ier�±� �n �f tw� r�r.�nc,sal_s f�x �mbulance ser�vicp by .1ohn L. Edgin, Jr. , and Gold Cross Ambulance Co. �1 � In acc�rciar�ce with Article 6252-17, V�A.T.C.S. , as amended by Chapter 227, acts of the 61st ' Legislatr�re, regular session, 1969, the City Council Agenda was prepared and posted on this the ist day of June, 1973. . � CITY SECRETARY L�� STATE OR TEXAS � COUNTY OF TARRANT� CITY OF GRAPEVINE� The City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas , convened in regular meeting at 7:40 p.m. , on this the 5th day of June, 1973, with the following members present, to-wit: William D. Tate Mayor Doil Dalton Counci:lman Tommy Eidson Councilman Thelma Conine Councilwoman i C.D. Pittard Councilman Millard Dilg Councilman constituting a quorum, with Councilman Parker absent, and, Floy Ezell City Manager James Hancock Assistant City ManagQr . Randy Vinson City Secretary John Boyle City Attorney Mayor Tate called the meeting to order. The Invocation was given by Mayor Tate. . Councilman Eidson moved to approve the minutes of the May 15, 1973, and May 22, 1973, meetings as presented by the City Secretary. Councilman Dilg seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Dalton , Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None ! Mayor Tate stated he had placed the item concerning the swim- ming pool rates on the agenda, due to a person was to present a petition concerning such rates� No one was present to speak on behalf of the agenda item. Councilman Daltc�n moved to table the discussion of swimming pool rates. Councilwoman Conine seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Ik'�lton , Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None Charles R�ymond, representative of SSR Properties, presented a progress report on the development located in the Southwest quarter of the William Herring Survey, Abstract No. 662, fronting on Park Blvd. He asked that the City Manager review all plans to insure the proper requir.ements are met. Councilman Eidson moved to instruct the City Manacger to work with Charles Raymond on this project, and report back to the City Council. Councilman Dalton seconded the motion . The motaon prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Dalton, Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 70-10, a Zoning Ordinance, arantinq a zoning chanae on a tract of land in the J.B. Fay Survey, Abstract No. 530, and the William Bradf.ord Survey, Abstract No. 131 , from "R-1" to "C-2" Community Business District on Tr�.cts (A) and (B) , and from "R-1�� to "I-1�� Light Industrial District on Tract (C) , was introduced for consideration on first reading. Applicant - M.L. Gadwin Investments, Inc. F �� x� k' � Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to approve the � zoning request. � Jim Mason, representative of M.L. Godwin Investments, Inc. , briefly discussed the zoning request, since Councilman Dalton �' , was absent at the public hearing. Councilman Dilg moved to accept the Plannin g and Zoning � Commission's recommendation and adopt Ordinance No. 73-25 � � on first reading. Councilwoman Conine seconded the motion. � ' The motion prevailed by the following vote: � Ayes: Tate, Dalton, Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None ORDINANCE NO. 73-25 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 70-10, A ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS� � GRANTING A ZONING CHANGE ON THREE TRACTS OF LAND IN THE J.B. FAY SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 530, AND THE WILLIAM BRADFORD SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 131 , IN THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE� TEXAS� AND MORE FULLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; AND ORDERING A CHANGE IN THE USE OF SAID PROPERTY: TRACT (A) FROM "R-1�� TO "C-2" COMMLTNITY BiJSINFSS DISTRICT; TRACT (B) FROM "R-1�� TC3 "C-2" CONIlKUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT; TRACT (C) FROM "R-1�� TO "I-1" LIGHT INDUSTRIAL �:., 1 DISTRICT; CORRECTING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP; PRESERVING ALL OTHER PORTIONS OR THE ZONING � ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; � DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, MORALS AND GENERAL WELFARE DEMAND A ZONING CHANGE AND AMENDMENT HEREIN MADE; AND R.ROVIDING A PENALTY. � Councilman Eidson moved to instruct the City Manager to discuss the possibility of placing a municipal complex on the M.L. Godwin Invest�ents, Inc. property, with Jim Mason. Councilman Pittard seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Dalton, Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 70-10, a Zoning Ordinance, granting a zoning change on a tract of land in the A.F. Leon- ard Survey and the S. Freeman Survey, from "R-1" to "R-3�� Multi-Family District or any higher or more restrictive multi- family zoning category, or in the alternative, a planned De- velopment zoning category, was introduced for consideration on first reading. Applicant - Gary Kirkland, Trustee Planning and 7oning Commission recommended to deny the zoning request. Mayor Tate asked the City Attorney to explain any legal requirements concerning this application. The City Attorney stated the Planning and Zoning Coramission recommended to deny the zoning request, therefore, in accordance with the City Code, an affirmative vote of (3/4) of the City Council members, (six members) , will be required to grant the zoning request. He also stated since (20) per cent of the property owners within (200) feet of the zoning request had filed a f. � �( i' :�o written petition in prestest of the request, State statutes require an affirmative vote of (3/4) of the City Council members. He also stated the City Council can consider the request for ; "R-3t' Multi-Family District or in the alternative, a planned Development District, which permits multi-family development. In addition, a Planned Development District requires a development schedule which will be incorporated as a part of the ordinance, and a development Plan , which sets �ut the specific uses and � � specific areas on a scaled drawing, showing streets, alleys, � location of each building, off-street loading and parking, the maximum building coverage, screening and landscapina require- ments. Mayor Tate stated since Councilman Dalton was not present at the public hearing, and since it wi]_1 take a unanimous vote of the City Council to approve the zoning request, another presentation should be made by the applicant. Mayor Tate also stated that two persons have requested to be heard that were not present at the public hearing. Chet Lemon, representing Gary Kirkland, Trustee, and Bill Lindsey and Associates, briefied the City Council on the zoning request. He stated the Planned Development project of (27.221� acres will include (476) apartment units and (90) condominium units, with the condominiums being a buffer between the homes in Shorecrest Addition and the apartments. There wi�l be a distance of approximately (ln0) feet from the North property line to the condominiums, with a screening fence along the entire North property line. The first phase of the project will be (160) units, of which will be (76) two-bedroom units, (42) one-bed�oom units, and (32� efficiency units. Also in- cluded will be a recreation building and swimming pool . � Phase two will include the remaining apa�tment units and (26) candominium units, with phase three completinq the condominium units. Mr. Lemon stated there will be no through streets in the project. The density will be (L5.39) apartment units per acre and (8.9) condominium units per acre, in the appr�ximately nine million dollar project. The condominium units will contain from (1 ,003) square feet to over (1 ,800) square feet, and the apartment units will contain from (480) square feet to (992) � square feet. Mr. Lemon stated he was not aware if the developer � planned to have internal security for the project. � � The following persons spoke in opposition to the zoning request. � Richard Grant 1846 Anc�lers Plaza Mrs. Richard Grant 1846 Anglers Plaza Mayor Tate stated that a representative from the group in � opposition to the zoning request, may briefly state their views for the benefit of Councilman Da.lton . James Blackwell, 1617 Silverside Drive, spoke in behalf of the group, and stated several comparisons had been made showing the affect the pr�ject will have on the adjacent home owners. He stated the general opinion is that property � will devaluate (20) pn� cent on an average up to four blocks i from the project. He also stated in talking with city officials I of Richardson, Texas, that they felt apartment complexes increased the crime rate. Mr. Blackwell also mentioned the petition that was presented at the May 22, 1973, City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. (Said petition f�und in Volume 73 , Pages 23-25, of the City Council Minutes) . ��:_° � .� � � � � � Mayor Tate stated the cost of the project he remembered was (14) million dollars, and asked Mr. Lemon, who stated the cost to be (9) million dollars, to reconcile the difference. Mr. Lemon stated there was a variation in the loan depart- ment, and the project will cost between (9) and (11� million dollars. He stated the rent schedule for unfurnished apart- ments and condominiums are as follows: � Apartments: Efficiency - $115.00 per month � "� One Bedroom - $150.00 per month � Two Bedfoom - $250.00 per month Condominiums: T`wo Bedroom, 12 baths - $300.00 per month Two Bedroom, 2 baths - $325.00 per month Three Bed*oom, 22 baths - $400.00 per month Four Bedroom, 22 baths - $425.00 per month � r Mayor Tate asked Mr. Lemon, that if the condominiums are to be rented, what is the difference between condominiums and apartments. Mr. Lemon stated the condominiums are built better, larger in square footage, and they are disconnected in groups rather than one large apartment type complex. He the loan company officials will not allow part of the units to be rented and part to be sold under a single loan. After the condominiums are completely occupied, they can then be � sold and a home-owners association be formed. � � Councilman Eidson stated according to the proposed airport noise ordinance, as presented by a North Central Texas Council of Governments consultant, the area in question will be in (Area B-1� , which requires the (NLR-25) regulations. These � regulations state attic fans and window and/or through-the- wall ventalation units will not be allowed; throu gh-the- door mail boxes will not be allowed; masonary blocks will � be equal in w+�ight to a minimum (6) inch light-weight concrete block (25 pounds per square foot) ; at least one su�rface will be painted or plastered; interior wall surface of exterior wall will be minimum (%) inch gypsum board or plaster installed on the inside of the wall studs; minimum (2) inch insulation material will be provided in the cavity space behind the exterior sheathing and between wall studs; insulation will be glass fiber or mineral wool; glass will � be minimum (3/16) inch thick; windows must have a laboratory s�und transmission rating of (STC-28) or greater. He stated �' these prop�sed regulations are to protect the citizens. � Steve Winsor, city Building Inspector, stated there was a question as to whether the Federal Housing Administration will grant laans on residences in this noise zone. Mayor Tate stated the noise regulations are proposed in the form of the �'Airport Noise Zoning Ordinance�� , which was ,prepared and submitted by various cities in the airport � area, in conjunction with the North Central Texas Council � of Governments. He stated the City Council has taken no � official action concerning the ordinance. After general discussion by the City Council , Mayor Tate stated the Council's obligation is to allow the owner of the property to use it to its hi.ghest and best use, as � long as it does not materially �ffect nr depr.eciate the �'r � � � � � � � �� value of the adjaining property owners . He stated the diGc.ussion seems to be that the only way the Council can safeguard the adjoining property owners, is to require a Plann�d DeveloFment, where�.s the Council will. h�ve at least tw� c.�nsiderations before construction may begi.n . Councilman Eidson moved to instruct the City Attorney to draft an ordinance �.mending Ordinance No. 70-�0, a Zoning : :: prdinanc,e, granting a Planned Development District, contin gent � upon the return of a development plan with � typical el.evati�n �f the project, wi.thin sixty days. Counci.lman Pittard seconded the motion. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes; Tate, Dalton, Eidson , Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None Mayor Tate asked Bill Lindsey to present th� development plan to the Building Inspector for review, f�ur to five days prior the the City Council meeting. An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 70-10, a Zoning Ordinance, granting a zoning change on a tract of land in the Will.iam Doaley Survey, Abstract No. 422, from "R-lt� to �C-2" Community Bu�iness District, was introduced for consideration �n first reading. Applicant - Billy Underwood Planning and Zoning Commission recommended ta approve the zoning request. The Assistant City Manager briefly described the zoning request. Councilman Pittard moved to accept the Planning and Zoning ` ` Commission' s recommendation and adopt Ordinance No. 73-26 on first reading. Councilman Dalton seconded the motion . The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes; Tate, Dalton , Eidson , Conine, Pittard, Dilg Noes: None Mayor Tate recessed the meeting at 9:08 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:32 n.m. , with the following members present; Tate, Dalton, Eidson, Conine, Pittard, Dilg The City Manager introduced John L. Edgin, Jr. , to present his proposal for ambulance service to the City of Grapevine . He proposed to have one emergency ambulande, fu11y equiDped and manned by two attendants, on call twenty-four hours a day. He asked the city for ($2,100.00) per month subsidy, with all ambulance calls paid within ninty days subtracted from that amount. He st�ted ambulance rates will be ($30.00) for local emergency calls and ($20.00) for local slow calls, with provision that anytime his unit is not available for call , the city can call any ambulance and deduct ($30.00) fram the agreed sum. He also stated the amount of insurance he planned to obtain is ($25,000, $50,000, $5,000) on an assianed risk policy. Councilman Eidson questioned if the amount of insurance would j be sufficient. I iThe City Man�ger introduced D�vid C. Johnson , representative of ; Gold Cross Am�iulance Service, to present his company' s proposal � ' •7•7 �' � for ambulance service to the City of Grapevine. He proposed to have two ambulances on call twenty-four hours a day, with one being a standby unit manned by part-time personnel. A third ambulance, if needed, will be dispatched from Fort Worth. Ambulances rates are proposed to be ($30.00) for local emergency calls, with calls to Fort Worth, Dallas, and Denton to be a flat rate of ($40.00) . All other destinations will be the base rate, plus (50�) per mile. He asked the city for ($4,500) per month '` subsidy, with no adjustment if the charges are collected. The City Manager stated aids will be required for the ambulance service before any action can be taken . � �. The City Manager reported to the Council on the following � items: � He reminded Council members of the North Central Texas Council of Governments General Assembly luncheon, to be held in Arling- ton, Wednesday, ,7une 6, at 12;15 p.m. He distributed copies of a letter from the City Attorney concerning a recent meeting with representatives of Surtran. He mentioned the Mayor was concerning proclaiming a "Clean- Up Month�� . He stated several Board appointments need to be made as soon as possible. Mayor Tate asked that �he City Manager furnish a list of all needed Board appointments to the City Council. � Ma�sor Tate asked the Council to consider a proclaimation for the Prisoners-Of-War. The City Manager stated he will have more information on a Civil Defense Program in the near future. He stated the tour of the Regional Airport that was postponed June 3, can be rescheduled. He introduced the city Department Heads that were present. There being no further business, Councilman Dilg moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Dalton seconded the motion. All voted aye, and the meeting was adjourned at �' 10:06 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED, this the 19th day of June , 1973. x" L" -----nQ , . � MAYOR �, ATTEST: ` �� CITY � ECRETARY