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Item 1 - Call to Order
City of Wichita Falls
City Council Meeting
Minutes
June 2, 2020
The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas met in regular session on the above
date in the Council Chambers of the Memorial Auditorium Building at 8:30 o'clock a.m.,
with the following members present.
Stephen L. Santellana - Mayor
DeAndra Chenault - Mayor Pro Tern
Jeff Browning - Councilors
Steve Jackson -
Michael Smith -
Bobby Whiteley -
Darron Leiker
- City Manager
Kinley Hegglund
- City Attorney
Marie Balthrop
- City Clerk
Absent:
Tim Brewer - Councilor District 4
Mayor Santellana called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
Item 2a — Invocation
Councilor Smith gave the invocation.
Item 2b — Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Santellana led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item 3 — Consent Items
8:33 a.m.
City Manager Darron Leiker gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve items on the consent agenda.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 3 — Approval of minutes of the May 19, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Mayor
and City Council
Item 4a — Ordinance 31-2020
8:34 a.m.
Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund in the amount of
$6,000.00 for reimbursement funding from the Treasury Executive Office for Asset
Forfeiture (TEOAF) Reimbursement Program administered by the Office of the Secret
Service Administration.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 31-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 4b — Ordinance 32-2020
8:36 a.m.
Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund for a reimbursement
grant up to $5,849,910 for COVID-19 response as outlined in 601(a) of the Social
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Security Act, as added by section 5001 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic
Security Act ("CARES Act").
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 32-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning.
Jessica Williams, Director of Finance, gave an overview of the CARES Act
reimbursement program, and the requirements to draw funds. There was brief
discussion concerning the twenty percent of funding available now, and restrictions on
how the funding can be used.
Leslie Schaffner, Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation, introduced Steve Sparks
with Faith Mission, Jackie Hamm with The Kitchen, and Marla Malone with The Center
for Nonprofits and Leadership at Midwestern State University and stated they were
representing all nonprofit organizations in Wichita Falls. Ms. Schaffner addressed the
Council and discussed how non -profits have continued to serve our community during
the pandemic, the economic impact due to the pandemic, and their changing needs.
Mr. Sparks addressed the Council stated that nonprofits contribute to the economy and
wellbeing of Wichita Falls and asked that we consider what it would be like if we did not
have them. He asked the City Council to consider ways they can support nonprofits.
Ms. Williams clarified that the City must use seventy-five percent of the first twenty-five
percent of available funds for medical, public heath, and qualifying payroll expenses
directly related to COVID-19 before the City can even apply to use funds for other
authorized expenses.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 5a — Resolution 53-2020
9:01 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for the FY 2020 Patrick Leahy
Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant in the amount up to $23,495.00
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 53-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote:
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Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 5b — Resolution 54-2020
9:03 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to reject all bids for the 2020 Seal Coat Project.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 54-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 5c — Resolution 55-2020
9:06 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to approve new water purchase contracts with;
Dean Dale Special Utility District, City of Holliday, City of Iowa Park, and Windthorst
Water Supply Corporation.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 55-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 5d — Resolution 56-2020
9:08 a.m.
Resolution adopting the City of Wichita Falls Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 56-2020.
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Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 6 — Items of Concern to Members of the City Council
9:13 a.m.
Lou Kreidler, Director of Health, gave an update on COVID-19 in Wichita County. On
May 11, 2020 Governor Abbott directed that 100% of staff and residents at all long term
care facilities be tested. Testing in Wichita County began on May 23, 2020 and was
performed by the Texas Department of Emergency Management, and thirteen long-term
care facilities have been tested. Testing ended on June 1st. Yesterday results were
received from two facilities in Burkburnett with eighty testing positive and all being
asymptomatic. Since this is highly unlikely, we worked with United Regional to use
twenty of the rapid in house test they have available for retesting. All residents and staff
retested were negative. Based on that, retesting will be performed at both facilities. All
preliminary positives are being treated in accordance with CDC standards.
Councilor Smith — Shout out to the pothole repair crew for recent work in his district.
They came out quickly and did a great job. He encouraged citizens to call in potholes
for repair. Reminded everyone that it is grass -mowing time and 9" is the maximum
height allowed before Code Enforcement intervenes, and encouraged everyone to keep
sidewalks clear.
Councilor Browning — Shout out to Chief Borrego, the Police Department, and citizens
for the peaceful protest held downtown yesterday afternoon. Hopes that the protest
scheduled for Saturday will remain peaceful as well.
Councilor Jackson — Asked if Code Enforcement is still going out and inspecting
properties. Mr. Leiker stated that they are and encouraged citizens to use the Access
Wichita Falls app since it is easy to track, as items are sent directly to him if they are not
addressed within three business days. This helps keep requests from falling through
the cracks. There was brief discussion concerning the timing and notice requirements
concerning Code Enforcement violations.
Councilor Whiteley — Echoed Councilor Browning's statements concerning the protest
and stated that the Police Department did a great job and overall citizens did a
tremendous job as well. He commended citizens for using their right to protest
peacefully. He asked John Burrus about the restroom project at the Travel Center and
if it has been completed. Mr. Burrus stated that the restrooms are complete and include
video surveillance outside to protect patrons. Councilor Whiteley reminded everyone to
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ask questions if they have any questions or concerns regarding the proposed charter
amendments. He asked for an update on outstanding water bills and the plan going
forward. Mr. Leiker stated that a press release will be issued later this week to remind
citizens of the upcoming enforcement of repayment, payment plans that will be available
and other ways the City is trying to assist citizens. Councilor Whiteley stated that we
still have a huge task in front of us regarding the pandemic and budget that we will
address one step at a time.
Councilor Chenault — Good morning and thank you for attending in person or
electronically. Shout out to Katie Bindel and the others that organized the protest. Hats
off to Chief Borrego for his presence at the protest, for calmly taking the criticism from
citizens, and taking the time to talk to citizens. Kudos to the citizens for participating
and keeping the protest peaceful. Some negative people stated it would not be
peaceful and she is glad they were proved wrong. Reminded everyone the last day to
register to vote for the upcoming runoff election is June 15t". If you want to see a
change you have to be a change — register to vote.
Mayor Santellana — Discussed the protest and how there was a good mix of citizens
from all races and socio economic groups. It was neat to see the diverse group of
Wichitans participating, and he thanked Councilors and Staff that attended.
Encouraged all citizens to use the Access Wichita Falls app, and encouraged citizens to
chip in and help when they can. Reminded everyone that it is budget season and asked
Councilors to reach out as soon as possible with any ideas or input they have.
Castaway Cove will open on Friday under state guidelines at 25% capacity, and he
encouraged attendance. He is also eager to see events at the MPEC again in the
future.
Item 7 — Comments from the Public to Members of the City Council Concerning
Items That Are Not on the City Council Agenda
9.37 a.m.
Mrs. Balthrop read one comment emailed from Christopher Kelly, 2002 Fillmore Street,
thanking the Council for their efforts during the pandemic, asking about plans to better
disseminate information going forward, and asking what is being done to better
coordinate national, state, and local responses. Mayor Santellana stated he would
email Mr. Kelly to answer his questions.
Item 8 —Adjourn
Mayor Santellana adjourned the meeting at 9.38 a.m.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this 16" day of June, 2020.
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