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Min 07/20/2021 City of Wichita Falls City Council Meeting .�- Minutes \IAlic4i4 July 20, 2021 1 I TEXAS ArM 40- NmSkies 4e/der-Oripoj-turu7ies 4f. tt: Item 1 - Call to Order 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 Tem Tim Brewer - Councilors Jeff Browning - Steve Jackson - Michael Smith - Bobby Whiteley - Darron Leiker - City Manager Kinley Hegglund - City Attorney Marie Balthrop - City Clerk 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 3-5 — Consent Items 8:32 a.m. Darron Leiker, City Manager, gave a briefing of the items listed under the Consent Agenda. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve the items on the consent agenda. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None Item 3 —Approval of minutes of the July 6, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council Item 4 — Resolution 73-2021 Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for the Duncan Channel Access Road to Knight Erosion Control, Inc. dba KEC Retaining Walls & Construction Inc. in the amount of$267,811.90. Item 5 — Receive Minutes (a) Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health Board, March 12, 2021 (b) Wichita Falls Park Board, March 25, 2021 (c) Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health Board, May 14, 2021 (d) Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee, June 8, 2021 Item 6a — Public Hearing 8:33 a.m. Public Hearing for ordinance continuing in effect Sections 78-61 through 78-63 of the Wichita Falls Code of Ordinances, which provide a juvenile curfew. Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 8:33 a.m. Kinley Hegglund, City Attorney, discussed the requirement to review the juvenile curfew ordinance every three years, to hold two public hearings, and he reviewed the current ordinance. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 2 OF 12 Chief Borrego discussed the need for the ordinance, tickets written, and arrests for curfew violations. He does not recommend any changes to the ordinance. There was brief discussion regarding the hours of the curfew. Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 8:38 a.m. Item 6b — Public Hearing 8:38 a.m. Public Hearing to receive citizen comments concerning the proposed Substantial Amendment to the 2019 Annual Action Plan to access and receive $594,749 in funding through the Community Development Block Grant — Coronavirus program. Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 8:39 a.m. Terry Floyd, Director of Development Services, discussed the 2019 Annual Action Plan, CDBG-CV program, proposed amendments, timeline, and subcommittee recommendations. There was brief discussion regarding the funds for neighborhood revitalization, restrictions on the funds, and planning/visioning meetings that will be held. Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 8:45 a.m. Item 6c — Public Hearing 8:45 a.m. Public Hearing Action Plan to allocate FY 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in the amount of$1,244,016, CDBG-Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds in the amount of$594,749, and FY 2021-2022 HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds in the amount of$434,184. Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 8:46 a.m. Mr. Floyd discussed the allocation of 2021-2022 CDBG funds, CDBG-CV funds, and HOME funds as recommended by the subcommittee. There was brief discussion regarding the programs funded, success of the programs, and challenges with rising costs. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 3 OF 12 There was brief discussion regarding the application period for the minor home repairs program, and it was stated the next application period would be March 2022. Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 8:53 a.m. Item 7a — Ordinance 20-2021 8:53 a.m. Ordinance amending Chapter 82 Parks and Recreation Article VIII Off Leash Dog Facility in Lake Wichita Park in its entirety, and providing for codification. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 20-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None Item 7b — Ordinance 21-2021 8:58 a.m. Ordinance appropriating $1,233,833 in American Rescue Plan Act 2021 Funds for Airport Operators under the Airport Rescue Grant Program and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary funding agreements related hereto and amending the Airport Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget in an amount of$80,000 for airfield striping at Wichita Falls Regional Airport. Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 21-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 4 OF 12 Item 8a — Resolution 74-2021 9:02 a.m. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for the Water Distribution Complex Windows & Painting Project to Cross R's Company, LLC in the amount of$132,658.70. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 74-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None Item 8b — Resolution 75-2021 9:05 a.m. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for non-matching Grant Funds from the FY 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in the amount of $29,118.00 with co-applicant, Wichita County Sheriff's Office. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 75-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None Item 8c — Resolution 76-2021 9:07 a.m. Resolution Establishing Criteria for Redistricting of Political Boundaries. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 76-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 5 OF 12 Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: None Item 8d — Resolution 77-2021 9:10 a.m. Resolution authorizing the sale of 7.19 acres of land, identified as Lot 1-C, Block 1 of MPEC South Addition, and Lot 1-D, Block 1 of MPEC South Addition located in Wichita Falls, Texas, to OH-Wichita Falls, LLC, for development, construction and operation of a full-service convention center hotel and a future hotel for $1,879,178.00; authorizing the City Manager to execute the Sales Contract between the City of Wichita Falls and OH- Wichita Falls, LLC. Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 77-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: Councilor Jackson Item 8e — Resolution 78-2021 9:30 a.m. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with OH-Wichita Falls, LLC, for the development, construction and operation of a full-service convention center hotel and a future hotel; and authorizing appropriation of$1,879,178.00. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 78-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: Councilor Jackson CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 6 OF 12 Item 8f— Resolution 79-2021 9:31 a.m. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Easement Agreement for Access and Maintenance with OH-Wichita Falls, LLC, for access to the common drive and parking area at the site of the future full-service convention hotel and a future hotel. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 79-2021. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley. Nays: Councilor Jackson Item 9 — Announcements concerning items of community interest from members of the City Council 9:32 a.m. Councilor Smith discussed the eviction crisis and the Wichita Falls Housing Authority having approximately 200 units that are $1000 or more behind on rent payments and discussed various programs and assistance provided. He encouraged citizens concerned about eviction to call him or one of our housing employees. He discussed his concern of the COVID-19 Delta variant, and those not vaccinated. He encouraged everyone to protect themselves, their families, and neighbors and discussed the high transmission rate of this variant. Councilor Whiteley appreciates Mr. Jurecek's presentation and the information provided. He discussed the need for the hotel/convention center project, and the impact it will have on the community. This is a good project for our community that we will benefit from, and he appreciates the work the staff has done. Councilor Browning congratulated city staff and council for the hotel project and congratulated Wichita Falls ISD for choosing names for the new schools. Councilor Chenault stated that New Jerusalem Baptist Church will have a free COVID vaccine clinic on July 24th from 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. The Community Healthcare Center will have free sports physicals on July 29th from 2:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. for all middle school, high school, and youth sport participants, and will provide COVID vaccines for those interested. School will start back soon and there are several back to CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 7 OF 12 school giveaways. Councilor Chenault provided information for the following events: BTO Backpack giveaway on July 31st from 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m. in Lynwood Park; Davenports Grocery on August 6th from 3:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m. where they will have free school supplies, raffles, and live music; Project Back to School on August 7th at the MPEC 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.; St. Matthew Baptist Church Back to School Bash on August 7th 8:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.; and the Anti Bully Back to School Giveaway August 8th starting at 3:00 p.m. at the Youth Opportunity Center. Childcare Partners Inc. is requesting birthday cards for Arthur Bea Williams for her 88th birthday and they can be mailed to P.O. 8172, Wichita Falls, TX 76307 beginning July 25th Councilor Brewer had the privilege and opportunity to attend the change of command at Sheppard Air Force Base, and discussed what an asset the base is to our city. Councilor Jackson stated the change of command was a great ceremony and we need to continue to support Sheppard Air Force Base. Congratulations to the young lady that had a court case regarding basketball goals. The case was dropped, fines were removed, and the goal will be able to stay. He believes we should be able to keep our kids in our neighborhoods. Councilor Chenault congratulated the Lalani family for the grand opening for the new Tru/Home2 by Hilton. She discussed the new Downtown Zoning Stakeholders committee meeting and the open forum that will be held next month. Mayor Santellana thanked Councilor Chenault for filling in for him while he was out for the birth of his daughter, and thanked the rest of the council for supporting recent events. The new school names were announced yesterday and picking mascots will be next. He is excited that we will have two new schools and this will be the largest amount of construction being completed at one time with the schools and hotel/convention center project. Mayor Santellana discussed the economic impact the new schools could have in the community by bringing new economic development projects to Wichita Falls. Councilor Chenault stated that on July 24th at Powerhouse Cathedral Church of God and Christ, there will be a free back pack event. Item 10 — Comments from the Public to Members of the City Council Concerning Items That Are Not on the City Council Agenda 9:49a.m. There were no comments from the public. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 8 OF 12 Item 11 — Executive Session 9:49a.m. City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9:49 a.m. in accordance with Texas Government Code §551.074, §551.087, §551.071, and §551.072. City Council reconvened at 11:05 a.m. Mayor Santellana announced that no votes or polls were taken. Item 12 — Appointments to Boards and Commissions Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Brent Hillery to Place 4 on the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation Board with a term to expire 09/30/2024. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson Moved by Councilor Jackson to appoint Kevin Hunter to Place 5 on the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation Board. Motion died for lack of second. Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Phyllis Cowling to Place 5 on the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation Board with a term to expire 09/30/2024. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Tony Fidelie, Jr. to Place 1 on the 4B Sales Tax Corporation with a term to expire 07/31/2023. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 9 OF 12 Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Rick Hatcher to Place 2 on the 4B Sales Tax Corporation Board with a term to expire 07/31/2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Nicholas Schreiber to Place 5 on the 4B Sales Tax Corporation Board with a term to expire 07/31/2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson Moved by Councilor Jackson to appoint Kevin Hunter to Place 7 on the 4B Sales Tax Corporation Board. Motion died for a lack of second. Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Dave Clark to Place 7 on the 4B Sales Tax Corporation Board. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilor Jackson CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 10 OF 12 Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Steven Sullwold to Place 9 on the Helen Farabee Centers Board of Trustees with a term to expire 08/31/23. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint John Strenski to Place 4 on the Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee with a term to expire 07/31/2027. Motion seconded by Councilor Brewer and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Moved by Councilor Smith to appoint Emily Adams to Place 6 and Suhua Huang to Place 7 on the Library Advisory Board with terms to expire 07/31/2024. Motion seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Moved by Councilor Chenault to appoint Jessica Johnson to Place 3 on the Library Advisory Board with a term to expire 07/31/2024. Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and carried by the following vote: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 11OF12 Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Moved by Councilor Chenault to appoint Dr. Michael Battaglino to an unexpired term for Place 6 on the Park Board with a term to expire 12/31/2022. Motion seconded by Councilor Brewer and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 13 —Adjourn Mayor Santellana adjourned the meeting at 11:13 a.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this 3rd day of August 2021. . to hen L. Santellana, Mayor ATTEST: -1VaittA_J Marie Balthrop�C, MMC City Clerk CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 20, 2021 PAGE 12 OF 12