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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
Reverend David Sapata, DAV TX Chapter 41, gave the invocation.
Item 2b — Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Santellana led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item 3a — Employee of the Month — Christal Ashcraft, Development Services
8:34 a.m.
Terry Floyd, Director of Development Services, recognized Christal Ashcraft as the
Employee of the Month for November 2021. Mayor Santellana congratulated Ms. Ashcraft
and presented her with a plaque, letter of appreciation, restaurant voucher, and check,
and thanked her for her service.
Item 3b — Proclamation — Diabetes Awareness Month, Randall Barker
8:37 a.m.
Mayor Santellana read a proclamation proclaiming November 2021 as Diabetes
Awareness Month in Wichita Falls and encouraged all citizens to observe this month with
appropriate programs and activities to increase awareness of the risk factors and
symptoms related to diabetes.
Mayor Santellana moved to Item 7.
Item 7 — Executive Session
8:39 a.m.
City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 8:39 a.m. in accordance with Texas
Government Code §551.074 to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation,
reassignment, duties, discipline, dismissal of public office or employee. (Council training
and duties).
City Council reconvened at 9:02 a.m.
Mayor Santellana announced that no votes or polls were taken.
Item 4-6 — Consent Items
9:03 a.m.
Darron Leiker, City Manager, gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve the consent agenda.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
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Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 4— Approval of minutes of the October 19, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Mayor
and City Council
Item 5a — Resolution 124-2021
Resolution authorizing award of bid for the purchase of twelve (12)2022 Ford Utility Police
Interceptors from the low bidder Wichita Falls Ford-Lincoln, Inc. in the amount of
$419,568.48.
Item 5b — Resolution 125-2021
Resolution authorizing award of bid for the purchase of eight (8) 3/4-ton pickup trucks from
the low bidder, Wichita Falls Ford-Lincoln, Inc., in the amount of$213,266.25.
Item 5c — Resolution 126-2021
Resolution authorizing award of bid for the purchase of two (2) 1-ton trucks from the low
bidder, Wichita Falls Ford-Lincoln, Inc., in the amount of$59,947.86.
Item 5d — Resolution 127-2021
Resolution authorizing award of bid for the purchase of two (2) 33,000 GVW crew trucks
from the low bidder, TNTX, LLC dba Lonestar Truck Group, in the amount of$185,186.00.
Item 5e — Resolution 128-2021
Resolution authorizing award of bid to Retail Motorcycle Ventures, Inc. for the purchase
of three (3) BMW Police Motorcycles in the amount of $84,923.31 .
Item 5f— Resolution 129-2021
Resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) John Deere 310L backhoe with breaker
through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative from Yellowhouse Machinery Co. in the
amount of$133,220.00.
Item 6 — Receive Minutes
(a) Landmark Commission, August 24, 2021
(b) Planning & Zoning Commission, September 8, 2021
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Item 8a — Public Hearing on annexing +/- 32.93 acres of land out of Blocks 12 and
13, Denton County School Land, League 2, A-57, Wichita County, Texas, located at
5030 Gregg Road, at the request of the property owner, accepting the Trophy Park
Subdivision, Section 5 Serving Plan Agreement, and designating the property
zoning and Land Use Plan classification as Single-Family (SF-2) and Low Density
Residential
9:05 a.m.
Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 9:05 a.m.
Terry Floyd, Director of Development Services, gave a presentation regarding the
requested annexation of property located at 5030 Gregg Road, the service plan, zoning,
and land use designation of Single-Family 2/Low Density Residential. Planning and
Zoning unanimously recommended the zoning designation and staff recommends
approval.
Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 9:09 a.m.
Item 8b — Ordinance 54-2021
9:09 a.m.
Ordinance annexing +/- 32.93 acres of land out of Blocks 12 and 13, Denton County
School Land, League 2, A-57, Wichita County, Texas, located at 5030 Gregg Road, at
the request of the property owner; accepting the Trophy Park Subdivision, Section 5
Servicing Plan Agreement for said tract under authority of Texas Local Government Code
Chapter 43; Subchapter C-3 —authority of municipalities to annex an area on the request
of owners; and designating the property zoning and Land Use Plan classification as
Single-Family 2 (SF-2) and Low Density Residential.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 54-2021.
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 9a — Ordinance 55-2021
9:10 a.m.
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Ordinance amending Section 6a of Ordinance No. 49-2021, the fee schedule applied to
Health Department operations; providing for severability; providing that such ordinance
shall not be codified; and providing an effective date.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 55-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Smith, and Whiteley
Nays: Councilor Jackson
Item 9b — Ordinance 56-2021
9:17 a.m.
Ordinance amending Section 5 of Ordinance No. 49-2021, the fee schedule applied to
Fire Department operations; providing for severability; providing that such ordinance shall
not be codified; and providing an effective date.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Ordinance 56-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 9c — Ordinance 57-2021
9:18 a.m.
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager, to accept from the Office of the Governor,
Homeland Security Grant Division for the 2021 State Homeland Security Program —
Grant/Application #4216201, in the amount of$29,250.00.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 57-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
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Nays: None
Item 9d — Ordinance 58-2021
9:20 a.m.
Ordinance appropriating $29,118.00 of grant funds pursuant to the 2021 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, appropriating said funds to the
Special Revenue Fund, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents
necessary to accept and share said funds.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 58-2021.
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 9e — Ordinance 59-2021
9:21 a.m.
Ordinance amending Section 2 of Ordinance No. 49-2021, the fee schedule applied to
Community Development operations; providing for severability; providing that such
ordinance shall not be codified; and providing an effective date.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Ordinance 59-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning.
Paul Menzies, Assistant City Manager, and Terry Floyd, Director of Development
Services, gave a presentation regarding the cost to provide services, timeline of fee
increases over the past 10 years, presentations to stakeholders, building permit fee
comparisons, development processes, cost of services versus revenues, process
improvements, community benefits, and the proposed revised development fee changes.
Mr. Floyd addressed concerns with permit fee increases and outstanding bids and
discussed the effective date of the proposed changes, which would not affect current bids.
Councilor Whiteley discussed his concerns regarding the need for more discussion with
and input from the development community on the proposed fees, the timeline of the
proposed increases, and the perceived rush to approve this ordinance. Councilor
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Whiteley asked Mr. Floyd what the increased revenues would be and Mr. Floyd stated
revenues would increase by approximately $100,000 or less with the proposed changes.
Councilor Whiteley requested another meeting with the development community before
moving forward.
Michael Grassi, #7 Amber Valley, Government Affairs Liaison for the North Texas Home
Builders Association, expressed his concerns regarding previous statements made
regarding construction being subsidized by taxpayers. He discussed $1 million he
recently invested in a twenty-five lot development where he installed utilities and streets
that were turned over to the taxpayers, and the value added to the tax roll from this
development. Mr. Grassi discussed concerns with the amount of taxes developers pay,
the number of inspections required for a new home, proposed changes in trade permits,
budgeted revenues, and proposals that were discussed in the development community
meetings. He stated that most City departments are not self-supported which is why we
have taxes, and he expressed his concerns regarding continued fee increases over the
next several years.
Councilor Browning asked Mr. Grassi if the development community is in agreement with
the 12.5% increase, and Mr. Grassi stated they proposed 5% but they were okay with the
proposed 12.5%. Mr. Grassi expressed concerns regarding the cities we are comparing
ourselves to when the department budget and number of new homes built do not
com pare.
Mayor Santellana discussed the need for addressing these fees to narrow the gap
between the cost of service and revenues. He stated he is not opposed to taking small
steps, having more meetings with the development community, allowing additional input,
and stated the importance of finding a balance that is right for our community.
Mr. Grassi expressed his concerns regarding the trade community not previously being
addressed in the fee ordinance and discussed the number of inspections required for
trade permits. He stated that he understands the cost of business goes up but he is not
in favor of continued increases over the next four years.
Mayor Santellana reiterated that today they are only voting on the 12.5% increase for this
year and future years will be reviewed and discussed further. He expressed his
appreciation to Mr. Grassi for taking time to research and attend the meeting.
Councilor Jackson asked Mr. Grassi about the time it takes to receive a permit from start
to finish as he has received several calls regarding this. Mr. Grassi stated that he has not
had any issue until the past year, which is part of the reason he has issues with permit
fee increases since service levels are not being increased. Mr. Grassi stated previously
he was able to get permits within a day and in the past year it has taken up to two weeks
or more. He noted staffing issues, and COVID related issues that affect the time, but
feels that the longer timeframe is the new status quo.
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Mr. Menzies addressed the permitting timeframe concerns and stated that they are on
pace to issue 5,000 permits, and perform 13,000 inspections this year. He discussed
concerns with the pandemic and the increase in remodel permits, which caused an
increase in staff time to assist homeowners in managing permits. He discussed the
possibility of adding an additional third permit tech to staff to assist with current phone
and window wait times, and additional ways services could be increased.
Mr. Grassi expressed the need to discuss fee changes further with the development
community and have another meeting prior to the approval of the proposed increases.
Mayor Santellana encouraged the development community to reach out to Council and
Staff anytime outside of the quarterly meetings, or Council meetings to discuss concerns.
Mr. Grassi stated that he received the proposed fee schedule.
Councilor Whiteley moved to table this item until the December 21, 2021, Council
Meeting.
Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Mayor Santellana stated that this gives plenty of time for the development community,
staff, and council to discuss any questions they have.
Item 10a — Resolution 130-2021
10:19 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for the Ray Clymer
Exhibit Hall Roof Replacement Project to Lydick-Hooks Roofing Co. Inc. in the amount of
$1,369,300.00.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 130-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith
Blake Jurecek, Assistant City Manager, discussed the current delay in receiving roofing
materials and stated that the bid would be awarded but the project would not take place
for approximately six months. It was noted that the project would be funded by the voter
approved venue tax and not from the general fund.
Motion carried by the following vote:
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Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10b — Resolution 131-2021
10:27 a.m.
Resolution granting permission to the Major Francis Grice Chapter, NSDAR to place a
Vietnam War Memorial sculpture on City owned property.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 131-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith.
Mr. Jurecek discussed the timeline and placement of the sculpture at Lake Wichita.
Ruth James, past regent of NSDAR, addressed the Council and asked permission to
place the monument at the Lake Wichita Park outside of the veteran's plaza since funding
for the plaza is not complete. They would like to place the monument as soon as possible
to honor Vietnam veterans before more are lost. The proposed location overlooks the
water, and is easy for veterans to access. Ms. James presented a proposed installation
plan that includes sidewalks and benches which will be funded by the chapter. The
sculpture artist is a former Wichita Falls resident and veteran, the monument was
completed three years ago, and has been in storage. The chapter plans to have the
monument installed in December 2021.
The Mayor and Council expressed their appreciation for the work on this project.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10c — Resolution 132-2021
10:36 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a professional services agreement with
SAFEbuilt Texas, LLC to conduct building inspection services for the new Wichita Falls
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Independent School District (WFISD) Legacy and Memorial High Schools; associated
athletic/band facilities and accessory structures; and providing for a set rate for on-call
building and fire code inspections and permit plan review as needed.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 132-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault.
Mr. Floyd gave a presentation regarding the need for the agreement to assist with staffing
shortages, to prevent delays in inspections for both this project and other development
projects in the City, and to maintain current city service standards. It was noted that the
building permit fees for this project would cover the cost of the contract.
There was brief discussion regarding the unique staffing issues in the Development
Services departments with a large number of retirements of long-term employees,
discussions and planning with school officials regarding the need for the proposed
agreement, and the load these inspections would take on our inspection staff. Staff
reiterated that this agreement will allow staff to maintain current service levels with other
developments in the city.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10d — Resolution 133-2021
10:48 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute contracts with several community
service organizations and organizations that promote the convention and tourism
industry.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 133-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
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Item 10e — Resolution 134-2021
10:49 a.m.
Resolution authorizing award of bid for the purchase of one 5-yard dump truck from the
low bidder, Sam Pack's Five Star Ford, Ltd. in the amount of $96,602.00; or to the local
bidder TNTX, LLC dba Lonestar Truck Group in the amount of$98,364.00.
Moved by Councilor Chenault to approve Resolution 134-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Browning.
John Burrus discussed the two proposed bids and the state law exception for local bids
when bids amounts are within a 5% difference.
Moved by Councilor Browning to amend the motion to award the bid to the local bidder
TNTX, LLC dba Lonestar Truck Group for $98,364.00
Motion to amend was seconded by Councilor Whiteley and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Motion to approve the amended main motion was approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith and
Whiteley.
Nays: None
Item 10f— Resolution 135-2021
10:53 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Wichita County
for reimbursement of water and sewer improvements serving the Wichita Falls Economic
Development Corporation-Owned Business Park in the amount of$1,045,845.00.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 135-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith.
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Russell Schreiber, Director of Public Works, discussed the history of the need for
infrastructure improvements in the Business Park to increase our ability to attract new
business, and how some of the proposed improvements are outside of the City limits in
the County. This agreement will allow the County to reimburse the City for the
water/sewer improvements with ARPA funding, and the City would pay for the
improvements to Hammond Road.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10q — Resolution 136-2021
10:57 a.m.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a development agreement with
Patterson Properties, LTD. for the construction of a Storm Drain By-Pass as part of their
development.
Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 136-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Smith.
Mr. Schreiber discussed this unusual project due to deterioration of the storm water
drainage line that flows under the Patterson property. The project would abandon and fill
the old line and reroute the storm water. The cost would be shared between the City and
Patterson Properties, LTD., with the city portion being paid out of the Storm Water fund.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 10h — Resolution 137-2021
11:01 a.m.
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Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement
with Garver, LLC for the evaluation of the Jasper Water Treatment Plant High Service
Pump Station in the amount of$109,600.00.
Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 137-2021.
Motion seconded by Councilor Chenault and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Chenault, Jackson, Smith, and
Whiteley
Nays: None
Item 11a —Staff Report— Submittal Checklist for Downtown Remodeling Projects —
Terry Floyd/Paul Menzies.
11:04 a.m.
Mr. Menzies discussed the challenges with remodeling projects in the downtown area.
He stated that the goal of the checklist is to put the development community in the best
position to succeed, and he discussed the need for City involvement prior to financial
decisions being made on downtown projects.
Mr. Floyd gave a presentation and reviewed the proposed Downtown Commercial/Multi-
Family Renovation and Remodeling Permit Checklist. The checklist was developed at
the request of the development community, and is intended to be used as a guide prior
to any financial decisions being made. It will require signatures by the tenant and the
owner, and a signed copy will be required with the building permit. The plan is to
implement this in November and the checklist is currently available on the Development
Services webpage. Mr. Floyd discussed the six-page checklist and each element.
Item 11 b—Announcements concerning items of community interest from members
of the City Council. No action will be taken or discussed.
11:12 a.m.
Councilor Jackson encouraged everyone to get out to vote and reminded citizens that we
the people are the government.
Councilor Brewer attended the Fire Department's 130th anniversary and he appreciated
the opportunity to attend.
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Councilor Chenault stated that this is her last full City Council meeting. November 13th
she will host a farewell party at the Travel Center, 306 Scott Street from 5:00 — 8:00 p.m.
and it is a come and go event. She invited everyone to attend and encouraged past
Mayors and Councilors she served with to attend. She recognized the Mayor, Councilors
and staff and stated it has been a joy working with everyone.
Mayor Santellana discussed his and Councilor Chenault's history of service and
challenges they have been through together. He praised Councilor Chenault for her work
in District 2, her service as Mayor Pro Tem, and stated that the City has been blessed to
have her on the Council. He noted that Councilor Chenault has dedicated her time, taken
off work, and had her income impacted in order to serve her community.
Councilor Browning thanked Councilor Chenault for her service and encouraged
everyone to vote.
Councilor Whiteley thanked Councilor Chenault for her service and stated she is a good
person with a huge heart that gave so much to our community. He attended a couple of
Police and Fire functions in the past week and he gave kudos to the organizations
involved. He was very proud to attend the 130th Fire Department Anniversary, and he
encouraged everyone to go vote.
Councilor Smith stated that the 130th Fire Department Anniversary was very well done
and he enjoyed the history. He stated that he has enjoyed his service with Councilor
Chenault and thanked her for her service.
Item 12 — Comments from the Public to Members of the City Council Concerning
Items That Are Not on the City Council Agenda
11: a.m.
There were no public comments.
Item 13 —Adjourn
Mayor Santellana adjourned the meeting at 11:22 a.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 16th day of November 2021 .
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