Weatherford
Weatherford City Council, Dec. 13, 2022: 25 items, 1 split vote; Presentation of Annual Report for FY 2021-22
18 consent items, 7 regular items, 6 public hearings; 8 recorded votes. Written from the minutes.
Presentation of Annual Report for FY 2021-22. City Manager James Hotopp presented this report as required by the City Charter.
Consent agenda, approved as one vote (4-0, on the motion of Jeff Robinson, second by Matt Ticzkus): Approved the minutes of the City Council meeting held November 15, 2022. Approved a facade improvement grant for 115 College Avenue not to exceed $22,500.00. Approved a facade improvement grant for 501 North Main not to exceed $22,500.00. Approved a facade improvement grant for 103 College Avenue not to exceed $22,500.00. Approved a Chapter 380 Grant for Dan Anvery at Olde Towne Shoppes at 1115 Fort Worth Highway not to exceed $10,000.00. Approved a Chapter 380 Grant for John Sheppard for Shep's/Salt for outdoor seating off of Church Street not to exceed $20,000.00. Authorized the City Manager to purchase and accept the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) State Bid Contract for renewal of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement licensing with budgeted dollars in the amount of $129,752.64. Approved a purchase of one 2022 Komatsu GD655-6 Motor Grader from Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. under Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract #032119-KOM.in an amount not to exceed $274,742. Authorized the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Patcon Services, LLC for the construction of Lakeway Estates Erosion Repair Project in the amount not to exceed $93,764.06. Authorized the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Patcon Services, LLC for the construction of Martin Drive Stormdrain Improvements in the amount not to exceed $200,367.17. Approved a preliminary plat for Freeman Ranch, 84 residential lots on approximately 176.46 acres located on West Lambert Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas, SBD2022-0069, on recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and the following conditions: 1. Each sheet of the plat should contain a note referencing the datum used. The plat references Texas North Central Zone 4203 instead of 4202 (WMC) §11-4-3(b). 2. Show the right-of-way limits of West Lambert Road (WMC) §11-4-4(b). 3. Show areas contributing drainage to the proposed subdivision. This should include area, slope, and type of development and can be provided on a separate sheet if needed (WMC) §11-4-4(h). 4. Show the names and locations of all adjacent properties and right-of-way within 125’ of the property on the existing conditions sheet (WMC) §11-4-5(a). Some property information is not shown, such as the property south of the railroad right-of-way and the property north of West Lambert Road. 5. A title block shall contain lot and block listing for the subdivision (WMC) §11-4-3(d)(1)(c). 6. Building setback lines with dimensions shall be included. 35' Build line is inconsistently labeled across subdivision; revise for clarity (WMC) §11-4-4(f). Approved a final plat for Freeman Ranch, 84 residential lots on approximately 176.46 acres located on West Lambert Road, in the ETJ of the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas, SBD2022-0070, on recommendation of the PZC, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and the following conditions which must be met prior to certification and filing: 1. Remove the pavement edges of West Lambert Road (WMC) §11-5-2. Show the right-of- way limits and centerline of West Lambert Road (WMC) §11-5-2(m). 2. Provide an index sheet showing the entire subdivision (WMC) §11-5-2(f). 3. The legal meets and bound legal description is not consistent with the dimensions shown on the map (WMC) §11-5-2(k). 4. Include a note on the plat stating all pre-existing easements and/or dedications have been vacated or incorporated into the creation of this plat (WMC) §11-5-2(m). 5. Public improvements are required to be accepted before the final plat is recorded (WMC) §11-5-9(c)(1). A surety as required by Parker County will be required to record the plat prior to acceptance of public improvements (WMC) §11-5-9(c)(2). An approved preliminary plat is required before the final plat can be approved (WMC) §11-5-4(b). 6. The flood plain drainage easement and gas easement are shown within the area dedicated as right-of-way. Easements are not necessary within right-of-way. Provide dimensions for all proposed easements and enough information to recreate the easements on the ground. 7. A title block shall contain lot and block listing for the subdivision (WMC) §11-5-2(h)(1)(b). 8. The 35' build line is inconsistently labeled across subdivision; revise for clarity (WMC) §11- 4-4(f). Authorized the City Manager to accept a proposal from Gomez Floor Covering, Inc. for replacement of floor covering and related services for the Weatherford Public Library in an amount not to exceed $124,896 using BuyBoard contract 642-21 and repainting in an amount not to exceed $38,650 using BuyBoard contract 581-19. Approved a preliminary plat for Dove Hill Branch Estates, 12 residential lots on approximately 27.17-acres located at 2215 Zion Hill Road, located in the ETJ of the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas, SBD2022-0065, on recommendation of the PZC, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance, and subject to the following conditions: 1. Each sheet of the plat should contain a note referencing the datum used. The plat should reference Texas North Central Zone 4202 (WMC) §11-4-3(b)). 2. All information shall be included as a set of sheets. If 2 pages are required for "Proposed" and "Existing" conditions, sheets should be labeled 1 of 4, 2 of 4, etc. (WMC) §11-4-3. 3. Label and dimension all right-of-way limits; this includes Dove Hill Lane and Zion Hill Road (WMC) §11-4-4(b). 4. The plat calls out an 80’ right-of-way for Zion Hill Road, but there is what appears to be a dimension for 90’. All dimensions should be consistent. Zion Hill Road is required to have an ultimate right-of-way width of 100’ per the Parker County Thoroughfare Plan. Right-of- way dedication based on a total 100’ width is required (WMC) §11-6-2(c). The City may consider a variance to this requirement if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 5. Provide a statement of improvements that will be installed by the developer and a timeline when such improvements will be completed (WMC) §11-4-6(d). 6. Perimeter street improvements are required along adjacent roadways (EDCM §2.1.7). The City may consider a variance to this requirement if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 7. Block lengths should not exceed 1,600’ (WMC) §11-6-1(f). Cul-de-sac streets shall be no longer than 600’ (WMC) §11-6-3(e). The City may consider a variance to these requirement if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 8. A minimum of two public access points are required for single-family subdivisions (WMC) §11-6-3(a). The City may consider a variance to this requirement if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 9. Linear is spelled incorrectly in the area table. Consider approval of the final plat for Dove Hill Branch Estates, 12 residential lots on approximately 27.17-acres located at 2215 Zion Hill Road, located in the ETJ of the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas, SBD2022-0066, on recommendation of the PZC, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance, and the following conditions which must be met prior to certification and filing: 1. Each sheet of the plat should contain a note referencing the datum used. The plat should reference Texas North Central Zone 4202 (WMC) §11-4-3(b). 2. If more than one sheet is necessary to accommodate the entire areas at the required scale, an index sheet showing the entire subdivision at an appropriate scale shall be attached to the plat (WMC) §11-5-2(f). 3. Include date the drawing was produced in the title block (WMC) §11-5-2(h)(2). 4. Include Approval by the Planning & Zoning Commission block (WMC) §11-5-2(q)(3). Include Approval by the City Council block (WMC) §11-5-2(q)(4). 5. Label and dimension all right-of-way limits (WMC) §11-5-2(m). The plat calls out an 80’ right-of-way for Zion Hill Road, but there is what appears to be a dimension for 90’. All dimensions should be consistent. Zion Hill Road is required to have an ultimate right-of- way width of 100’ per the Parker County Thoroughfare Plan. Right-of-way dedication based on a total 100’ width is required (WMC) §11-6-2(c). 6. Block lengths should not exceed 1,600’ (WMC) §11-6-1(f). Cul-de-sac streets shall be no longer than 600’ (WMC) §11-6-3(e). A minimum of two public access points are required for single-family subdivisions (WMC) §11-6-3(a). The City may consider a variance to these requirements if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 7. Linear is spelled incorrectly in the area table. 8. Perimeter street improvements are required along adjacent roadways (EDCM §2.1.7). The City may consider a variance to this requirement if Parker County approves the preliminary plat. 9. An approved preliminary plat is required before the final plat can be approved (WMC) §11- 5-4(b). Ratified a termination notice for the professional services agreement related to Texas Department of Transportation Project CSJ 0314-07-070. Approved a purchasing agreement with Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville, Inc. for fleet fuel cards and related services. Appointed Terry Hughes and Marc Sager to the Transportation Advisory Board. Consider a request for a facade improvement grant for 115 College Avenue not to exceed $22,500.00. This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. Assistant City Manager Brad Burnett presented this item. The Weatherford Economic Development Board recommended approval at their meeting on November 10, 2022. Discussion included whether or not neon signs are prohibited in the current design regulations, the granting of a facade improvement agreement for a sign as opposed to a building, and that this sign is historically significant to the identity of Downtown Weatherford. Staff stated that this sign is not “neon” and therefore is not prohibited. On the motion of Kevin Cleveland, second by Matt Ticzkus, the Council voted to approve this item as presented. Motion carried 3 - 1. Mayor Pro Tem Heidi Wilder voted in opposition.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2022-48 concerning a request for a zoning map amendment from AG Agriculture to C1 General Commercial on a 1.0-acre tract of land located at 193 Coy Road, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. ZCH2022-0017. Director of Development and Neighborhood Services Kaleb Kentner presented this item. Staff recommended approval. At their December 7, 2022 regular meeting, the PZC voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval of the request. Mayor Pro Tem Heidi Wilder opened the public hearing at 6:47 p.m. As there were no speakers, Ms. Wilder closed the hearing at 6:47 p.m. On the motion of Kevin Cleveland, second by Jeff Robinson, the Council voted to approve this item as presented. Motion carried 4 - 0.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING to consider adoption of Ordinance O2022-45 concerning a request for a conditional use permit (CUP) regarding Auto Repair use on a 0.514 acre tract of land located at 1515 South Main Street, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. CUP2022-0017. Director of Development and Neighborhood Services Kaleb Kentner presented this item. Staff recommended disapproval of the CUP. At their December 7th, 2022 regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted (4-0) to recommend approval of the CUP request, subject to the following conditions: 1. No storage of inoperable vehicles. 2. Vehicles to be worked on inside bay only. 3. Elevations and site plan to be approved by the PZC and City Council prior to issuance of building permit. 4. Details of the concept plan and associated development of the property shall be subject to the Site Plan Review process. Approval of a Site Plan and all applicable permits is required prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for expanded services. Any potential traffic impacts will be reviewed during the site plan review process. 5. Landscaping shall meet full compliance in accordance with Landscaping and Tree Preservation, existing landscaped area and trees are eligible for credit towards commercial landscaping requirements for the property. 6. Hours of operation for the business shall be limited to Monday - [...]
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2022-35 concerning a request for a CUP regarding Community Center use on a 2.599-acre tract of land located at 602 West Water Street, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. CUP2022-0011. [This item was tabled 11/15/22] On the motion of Kevin Cleveland, second by Jeff Robinson, the Council voted to remove this item from the table. Motion carried 4 - 0.
Director of Development and Neighborhood Services Kaleb Kentner presented this item. During the regularly scheduled November 15th, 2022, meeting, City Council voted 5 - 0 to table the public hearing regarding the CUP request until the December 13th, 2022, regularly scheduled City Council meeting. After being tabled, the applicant met with staff to discuss traffic patterns, site improvements, and public safety. After the meeting, the applicant worked on additional site plan revisions and narrative based upon the discussion. In review of the additional materials supplied, it is staff opinion that the concerns brought forth during the City Council meeting have been addressed and recommends approval of the CUP request subject to the following conditions: 1. All refuse and services areas shall be subject to current screening requirements as outlined in the Landscape and Tree Manual and concept plan attached. Dumpster screening to be generally located as shown on concept plan and be constructed of brick/masonry construction in similar character to the existing primary structure and have a double gate with lock. Dumpsters shall be kept inside approved enclosures with doors shut when not in service. Screening to be completed concurrently with first building permit. 2. Existing parking lot and loading zones may be utilized for existing use and Building 1, Phase 1 expansion as [...]
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2022-46 concerning a request for a CUP regarding a Tattoo and Body Piercing use on a 1.42 acre tract of land located at 1808 Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, said tract being Lot 1 of the Richard Nowling Survey, Abstract No. 998, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. CUP2022-0018. Director of Development and Neighborhood Services Kaleb Kentner presented this item. Staff recommended approval subject to the following conditions. At their December 7, 2022, regular meeting, the PZC voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the CUP subject to the conditions recommended by staff: 1. Hours of operation shall be limited from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 2. Exterior signs shall be limited to one wall sign and signage on an existing monument or pole sign. 3. No neon, flashing, or moving signs are permitted. 4. No art or product shall be displayed outside of the building. 5. No variances shall be requested or granted for development and operation of the business 6. Full compliance must be maintained and if a third violation notice is issued within an 18-month period all operations must cease until compliance is met. 7. This CUP will be void if abandoned for more than 180 days after issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. Mayor Pro Tem Heidi Wilder opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. As there were no speakers, Ms. Wilder closed the hearing at [...]
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2022-47 concerning amendments to Title XII, Zoning Ordinance, Section 12-3-300, Central Business District, Section 12-4-102, Landscaping and Tree Preservation, Section 12-4-104, Fencing and Walls, and Section 12-6-100, Definitions. MCA2022-0004. Director of Development and Neighborhood Services Kaleb Kentner presented this item. Staff recommended approval as presented. At their December 7, 2022 regular meeting, the PZC voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval of the zoning amendments as presented. Mr. Kentner gave an overview of the proposed changes. Mayor Pro Tem Heidi Wilder opened the public hearing at 7:28 p.m. As there were no speakers, Ms. Wilder closed the hearing at 7:28 p.m. On the motion of Matt Ticzkus, second by Jeff Robinson, the Council voted to approve this ordinance as presented. Motion carried 4 - 0.
Action on executive session items: On the motion of Jeff Robinson, second by Matt Ticzkus, the Council voted to reappoint Robert T. Galbreaith as Municipal Judge for the City of Weatherford for a two-year term, effective January 1, 2023; and authorize the Mayor to sign a renewal of the existing agreement with Judge Galbreaith on the same terms and conditions with the exception of a 2.5% increase in the Judge’s contract rate of pay. Motion carried 4 - 0.
2 residents spoke during citizen comments on non-agenda items; the minutes record the topics. The Ledger counts residents at comment and does not name them.
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Sources: City of Weatherford: council minutes, Dec. 13, 2022 (Granicus); Agenda for this meeting (Granicus); Meeting video (Granicus)