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Item 1 - Call to Order
City of Wichita Falls
City Council Meeting
Minutes
November 17, 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
DeAndra Chenault
Jeff Browning
Steve Jackson
Michael Smith
Bobby Whiteley
Darron Leiker
Kinley Hegglund
Marie Balthrop
- Mayor
- Mayor Pro Tern
- Councilors
- City Manager
- City Attorney
- City Clerk
Absent: Tim Brewer, Councilor District 4
Mayor Santellana called the meeting to order at 8.30 a.m.
Item 2a — Invocation
Manual Borrego, Police Chief, gave the invocation.
Item 2b — Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Santellana led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item 3 — Ordinance 69-2019
8:32 a.m.
Consider and adopt an ordinance by the City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas,
canvassing the returns and declaring results of the November 3, 2020 General and
Special Election; and containing provisions necessary and incidental thereto.
Moved by Councilor Smith to approve Ordinance 69-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault.
Marie Balthrop, City Clerk, read the cumulative totals from the canvassing report
declaring Stephen L. Santellana Mayor, Jeff Browning Councilor District 3, Tim Brewer
Councilor District 4, Steve Jackson Councilor District 5, and Propositions 1-10 passed.
Moved by Councilor Smith to amend the main motion to include the number of votes for
each race as presented by the City Clerk.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
The amended main motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 4 — Administration of Oath to Newly Elected Council Members
8:36 a.m.
Marie Balthrop, City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office to newly elected council
members Stephen L. Santellana, Mayor, Jeff Browning, Councilor District 3, and Steve
Jackson, Councilor District 5.
Item 5 — Consent Items
8:39 a.m.
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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 Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 5 — Approval of minutes of the November 3, 2020 Regular Meeting of the
Mayor and City Council
Item 6 — Public Hearing
8:40 a.m.
Public Hearing on the Application of Wichita Falls Manufacturing to the Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a Municipal Setting Designation at
2000 Old Burk Highway, Wichita Falls, Texas.
Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 8:40 a.m.
Russell Schreiber, Director of Public Works, discussed the proposed Municipal Setting
Designation at 2000 Old Burk Highway, Wichita Falls, Texas. The benefit of the MSD to
the City is an enforceable ordinance to restrict the use of groundwater for potable use
within the property, and it helps with the redevelopment of the property. A public
hearing was held to include property owners within two miles and well owners within five
miles, and all requirements have been met. Councilor Jackson asked if any
surrounding property owners disagree with allowing the MSD. Mr. Schreiber stated that
he is not aware of any, and that all questions were answered and issues resolved at the
public meeting. Councilor Smith asked if there would be future inspections of the
plume. Mr. Schreiber stated that he believes they will be required to do some minimal
monitoring as the plume is stable and will continue to degrade. There were no
additional public comments.
Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 8:45 a.m.
Item 7 — Ordinance 70-2020
8:45 a.m.
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Ordinance authorizing the acceptance of deed restrictions prohibiting the use of
designated groundwater from beneath the property located at 2000 Old Burk Highway,
Wichita Falls, Texas, 76306, to facilitate certification of a Municipal Setting Designation
(MSD) of said property by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
pursuant to the Texas Solid Waste Disposal Act; and providing for an effective date of
this ordinance.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Ordinance 70-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 8 — Resolution 105-2020
8:47 a.m.
Resolution in Support of the Application of Wichita Falls Manufacturing to the Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a Municipal Setting Designation at
2000 Old Burk Hwy, Wichita Falls, Texas
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 105-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 9a — Ordinance 71-2020
8:49 a.m.
Ordinance appropriating $12,985.90 to the Special Revenue Fund for additional direct
award grant revenue from the State of Texas for the Texas Department of Transportation
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program ("Click It or Ticket") Wave Grant for Fiscal Year
2021 and authorizing the City Manager to accept said fund.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 71-2020.
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Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 9b — Ordinance 72-2020
8:52 a.m.
Ordinance amending Section 102-108b Altered Prima Facie Speed Limits of the Code
of Ordinances of the City of Wichita Falls, to Codify speed zone changes.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 72-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 9c — Ordinance 73-2020
8:54 a.m.
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to apply
for and accept up to $340,000 from the Transportation Security Administration for the
reimbursement of Law Enforcement Services at Wichita Falls Regional Airport.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 73-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10a — Resolution 106-2020
8:58 a.m.
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Resolution rejecting Request for Qualification (01-20) submittals for design -build
services for hangar construction at Kickapoo Downtown Airport.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 106-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10b — Resolution 107-2020
9:04 a.m.
Resolution adopting the 2020 Mitigation Action Plan of the City of Wichita Falls.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 107-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10c — Resolution 108-2020
9:10 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City of Wichita Falls to provide to the Wichita Falls
Independent School District up to $158,880 in COVID CARES Act funds for resources
related to the continuation of online learning, in compliance with guidance from the
Texas Department of Emergency Management.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 108-2020.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: None
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Item 11a —Staff Report — COVID-19 Update, Lou Kreidler
9:18a.m.
Lou Kreidler, Director of Health, gave an update on COVID-19 cases. Mrs. Kreidler
reviewed the 31-day analysis chart that showed large increases in the percentage of
hospitalizations, total number of new cases, positivity rate, and deaths. The top three
types of spread continue to be contact, close contact and community spread. Contact
and close contact make up over 50% percent of current cases. The Health Department
is continually asked what they can do differently, but what individuals need to ask is
what they can do to prevent the spread since the majority of spread is happening
between friends, family, and co-workers. The CDC has updated its guidance regarding
masks and now says they benefit the wearer as well as those around them. Increasing
the number of people that wear masks by 15% could prevent the need for lockdowns. A
mask is not a substitute for social distancing and individuals should wear a mask and
continue to stay six feet apart. With Thanksgiving next week Mrs. Kreidler advised
against gatherings with individuals outside of your own household, and if you proceed
with family gatherings to follow CDC guidelines. Mrs. Kreidler implores citizens to take
the necessary steps to slow the spread, and take personal responsibility for your
actions. This is not the time to have large family gatherings, but it is the time to make
wise choices for you and your community. There is good news regarding vaccines with
Maderma and Pfizer both having vaccines with good efficacy rates after two doses.
They are actively working to get providers signed up to administer the vaccine and
preparing for a mass vaccination clinic. The first round of vaccines will be provided to
healthcare workers, first responders, and individuals that work in congregate settings.
The Health Department participates in weekly conference calls with the State to ensure
they receive the most up to date information.
A discussion was held concerning the limits Governor Abbott's orders place on local
officials to place more restrictions on citizens and to enforce mask wearing. Kinley
Hegglund, City Attorney, discussed Executive Orders GA-29 and GA-32, limitations on
local governments to enforce these orders, the inability for local governments to be
more restrictive, and legal cases that have supported these limitations. Councilor Smith
expressed his frustrations and encouraged citizens to contact their state representatives
and the Governor's office. It was discussed that the City is doing all they can and the
responsibility lies with the citizens to do what is recommended by the CDC and be
personally responsible for their actions. City leaders were encouraged to set the
example in our community.
Item 11 b — Items of Concern to Members of the City Council
9.46 a.m.
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Councilor Jackson thanked his constituents for believing in him and reelecting him for
an additional three years. He stated we are in uncharted territory and we have to rely
on God and our faith to guide us and work together. The Lord is in control, and he
encouraged people to continue to pray.
Councilor Browning thanked citizens for reelecting him and he congratulated the other
members that were reelected and the School Board for the bond passing. He is excited
about the bond passing and feels like it is a big push for the City. Councilor Browning
discussed how COVID has affected his family and close friends and encouraged
personal responsibility. We are on a learning curve regarding COVID and he
encouraged everyone to be safe and wear a mask.
Councilor Smith agreed with everything Councilor Browning said and he emphasized
that people be careful with the holidays coming up and traveling. He stated that the
school bond passing is great for our city and long overdue. Do not forget our non -profits,
as they need our monetary support for the work they are doing. Looking forward to the
vaccine coming and can see a light at the end of the tunnel because of their work on
that.
Councilor Whiteley congratulated all of his colleagues that were reelected, and he
thanked citizens for voting for the three-year terms. The school bond passing is positive
for the community, and the future looks bright in his opinion. Councilor Whiteley
reiterated personal responsibility and stated that if our citizens do not use personal
responsibility it will affect our economic picture. Use your common sense and be kind.
Councilor Chenault said good morning and Happy Thanksgiving. Last week she and
Councilor Brewer visited the North Texas Museum and watched a presentation
regarding the Buffalo Soldiers, and it was very interesting.
Mayor Santellana also congratulated all that were reelected. We will have Strategic
Planning meetings this year to update our plan and he is looking forward to that. He
encouraged citizens to support local and stated that our downtown businesses are still
struggling. With cold weather coming up he encouraged everyone to donate blankets,
coats, mittens, and hats to our local shelters. It has been a tough year for non -profits
and he encouraged citizens to donate if they can. He was glad to see the propositions
pass and thanked citizens for voting. Mayor Santellana encouraged citizens to listen to
the advice from the Health Department and not have large Thanksgiving gatherings. He
discussed City communications and the continued use of social media and websites
while we are holding less in person meetings. Do not forget the special election on
December 19tn
Councilor Jackson discussed the loss of a city icon, Linda Krottinger with Wichita Feed,
expressed his condolences to the family, and stated that he hopes the business can
remain open. He stated that Monday, November 23, Base Camp Lindsey will have a
workday if anyone can come help.
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Councilor Chenault stated there will be a Feed Our Community free food giveaway
November 18t" at Overcoming Word, 1801 Airport Drive, at noon.
Item 12 — Comments from the Public to Members of the City Council Concerning
Items That Are Not on the City Council Agenda
10.02 a.m.
There were no comments from the public.
Item 13 —Adjourn
Mayor Santellana adjourned the meeting at 10.02 a.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 1st day of December 2020.
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