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Min 06/06/2023 City of Wichita Falls CityCouncil Meetingr; � �"- 44 ti .....� Minutes 41 t41c aJune 6, 2023 9dMgRCP `f� 4 T E X A S 1 �� + F P/ue,SkieF.4o/de Opp tc ele-5 ,+L IVA Item 1 - Call to Order The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in regular session at 8:30 a.m. on the above date in the Council Chambers at Memorial Auditorium with the following members present. Stephen Santellana - Mayor Bobby Whiteley - Mayor Pro Tem/At-Large Tim Brewer - Councilors Jeff Browning - Steve Jackson - Larry Nelson - Michael Smith - 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 Maj Manuel D Duante, USAF AETC 82 TRW/HC, Sheppard AFB, U.S. Air Force, gave the invocation. Item 2b — Pledge of Allegiance Rio del Fierro Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary led the Pledge of Allegiance. Item 3a — Employee of the Month — John Hawksley, IT/ Facilities, 8:34 a.m. Mayor Santellana recognized John Hawksley as the Employee of the Month for June 2023 and shared a brief video. Mayor Santellana congratulated Mr. Hawksley and presented him with a plaque, letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked him for his service. Item 3b- Proclamation — Man Up & Mentor Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters 8:38 a.m. Mayor Santellana read a proclamation proclaiming June 2023 as Man Up and Mentor Month in Wichita Falls and urged citizens to encourage one another to man up and mentor by becoming a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters and help to continue to strengthen our community's youth by creating lifelong friendships and giving them hope for a better future. Item 4-6 — Consent Items 8:39 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 Smith and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 4—Approval of Minutes of the May 16, 2023, Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council Item 5 — Receive Minutes (a) WFMPO Technical Advisory Committee, January 13, 2023 (b) Wichita Falls Park Board, February 23, 2023 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 2 (c) Civil Service Commission, March 9, 2023 (d) Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health Board, March 10, 2023 (e) Wichita Falls Park Board, March 23, 2023 (f) Landmark Commission, April 25, 2023 Item 6a — Ordinance 25-2023 8:40 a.m. Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund for the HIV Prevention Grant Program in the amount of $138,272 received from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and authorizing the City Manager to execute contract accepting same. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 25-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 6b — Ordinance 26-2023 8:42 a.m. Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Grant Program in the amount of$190,383.17 received from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), and authorizing the City Manager to execute contract accepting same. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 26-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 3 Item 6c — Ordinance 27-2023 8:43 a.m. Ordinance making an appropriation to the Special Revenue Fund for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion Grant Program in the amount of $166,936 received from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and authorizing the City Manager to execute contract accepting same. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Ordinance 27-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 6d — Ordinance 28-2023 8:45 a.m. Ordinance amending Chapter 102 of the Code of Ordinances by creating ArticlelX— Golf Cart, providing for severability, and setting an effective date. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 28-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning. Chief Borrego discussed the proposed Ordinance, its purpose, and state law. James McKechnie, Assistant City Attorney, gave a presentation describing the differences between all off-highway vehicles, and neighborhood electric vehicles, and state law pertaining to each. The Ordinance presented today only includes golf carts. State law allows a municipality to expand regulations for off-highway vehicles, but not for neighborhood electric vehicles. There was brief discussion regarding the exclusion of other off-highway vehicles, passenger limits, amending the Ordinance, and complaints regarding underage drivers. Trey Sralla, 401 N. Scott, Eddie Hill's Fun Cycles, addressed the Council thanked them for their service and encouraged them to look at amending the Ordinance to add other off-highway vehicles in accordance with transportation codes, instead of excluding CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 4 citizens that responsibly use other off-highway vehicles. Mayor Santellana asked if other off-highway vehicles come with packages that include lights and other safety features, and Mr. Sralla stated that would be an add on. There was a brief discussion regarding individuals already getting tags for off-highway vehicles, that the registration office provides education on who can and cannot drive, and other safety issues when a tag is issued. Individuals are already using these types of vehicles and some Councilors expressed their desire to amend the ordinance to include other off-highway vehicles. Mr. Hegglund stated that a separate Ordinance could be presented at a future meeting to include other off-highway vehicles if desired. Councilor Jackson made a motion to table this item. The motion was seconded by Councilor Smith. Jeff Howard, #9 Rockcliff Circle, addressed the Council and stated that sometimes these vehicles are used for mobility issues, and not just for joy rides. Mayor Santellana thanked him for his comments as he had not considered that. Chief Borrego stated if the Ordinance is tabled, citizens will not be able to legally use their golf carts over the summer. There was brief discussion about passing the Ordinance today and coming back later to add additional regulations. Mr. Sralla stated that passing the Ordinance as presented will prevent other off-highway vehicle owners to use their vehicles over the summer. The motion to table failed with the following vote: Aye: Councilors Jackson, Smith, Nelson Nay: Mayor Santellana, and Councilors Brewer, Browning, and Whiteley, Motion to table failed. The original motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, and Whiteley Nays: Councilors Jackson, Nelson, and Smith. Item 6e — Ordinance 29-2023 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 5 9:17 a.m. Ordinance canceling the regularly scheduled Council meeting on July 4, 2023. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Ordinance 29-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 7a — Resolution 59-2023 9:18 a.m. Resolution authorizing the removal and replacement of one (1) 17.5 ton and one 20 ton rooftop unit located on the MPEC's Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall in the amount of $53,544. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 59-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 7b — Resolution 60-2023 9:20 a.m. Resolution authorizing the award of bid for the City's estimated annual requirement of Curb & Gutter ready mix and Class A to Diamond M Concrete in the amount of $101 ,000.00; Class S and Flowable Fill to Blue Quill Trucking, LLC dba Falls Redimix, LLC in the amount of $423,850.00; and Class C-C ready mix to OK Concrete Company in the amount of $64,500.00. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 60-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning and carried by the following vote. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 6 Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 7c(i) — Public Hearing for the proposed 2023 Fourth Year Annual Action Plan of the adopted Five Year 2020-2024 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan 9:23 a.m. Mayor Santellana opened the public hearing at 9:23 a.m. Terry Floyd, Director of Development Services discussed the fourth year of the Five Year 2020-2024 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan, and stated that staff does not recommend any modifications to the proposed plan. Mr. Floyd discussed the purpose of the Housing Choice Voucher Program, the requirements for the program, and the application process. There are approximately 872 receiving assistance, 70 voucher holders looking for housing, and 49 on the waiting list, with the average assistance being $402 per voucher. There were no public comments Mayor Santellana closed the public hearing at 9:27. Item 7c(ii) — Resolution 61-2023 9:07 a.m. Resolution approving the proposed 2023 Fourth Year Annual Action Plan of the adopted Five Year 2020-2024 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 61-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Jackson and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 7d — Resolution 62-2023 9:27 a.m. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 Page 7 Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for the New Restroom and Cart Barn Canopy/Pavilion addition at Champions Course at Weeks Park to Cage Construction and Management Co. dba Gary Baker Construction, in the amount of $412,792.00. Moved by Councilor Brewer to approve Resolution 62-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Browning. There was brief discussion regarding concerns about the bid process used and the legality of the process since the architect and construction company are owned by the same person. It was stated that the bid process was completed in accordance with state law, that we would not want to penalize a low bidder just because they own two companies, and the possibility of adjusting wording for the low bid process or using the construction manager at risk route in the future to prevent this issue. It was noted that play is up and improvements to the course are appreciated. Gary Baker 4530 Weeks Park Lane, owner of both Gary Baker and Associates and Gary Baker Construction, assured the Council and public they would be getting the best job possible, and receiving a quality project. He stated that per the ethics of the Architectural Foundation, if he provides incorrect specifications, or uses products that are inferior to the specifications, he could lose his license. He is a lifelong citizen of Wichita Falls and will make sure the City gets the best product at the lowest possible price. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: Councilors Jackson and Nelson Item 7e — Resolution 63-2023 9:39 a.m. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to submit payment to ServiceMaster of Wichita Falls for water removal and dehumidification of the Wichita Falls —Wichita County Public Health District in the amount of $390,749. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 63-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 PAGE 8 OF 12 It was stated that this project is covered by our catastrophic insurance policy, that TML combined the MPEC flood and Health Department flood as one claim, and that the City will only pay one $250,000 deductible. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 7f— Resolution 64-2023 9:41 a.m. Resolution approving the programs and expenditures of the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation (WFEDC/4A) by amending the budget to include an up to $76,000 expenditure to the City of Wichita Falls to be used as 10% matching funds to update the Wichita Falls Regional Airport Master Plan. Moved by Councilor Browning to approve Resolution 64-2023. Motion seconded by Councilor Smith. John Burris discussed the current master plan which is over 10 years old, the $50 million in projects included in the plan that have been completed, the process and considerations for the updated plan, and items that will be included in the plan. Mr. Leiker stated that 4B supported the project due to the possibility of additional high paying jobs, and that the City is working closely with Sheppard Air Force Base. Kimberly Jackson, 406 Morningside, pointed out that there is a local airport committee, and she suggested that before funds are spent we see if the local aviation committee could assist. Mr. Burrus stated the committee she is speaking of is the airport zoning committee and there will be public meetings during the process to encourage public comment and participation. The Chamber of Commerce, local aviation community, and Sheppard Air Force Base will be included. Clint Wagoner, 4417 Barbados, Installation Planner for Sheppard Air Force Base, stated he has been working with Mr. Burrus on the project. Motion carried by the following vote: CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 PAGE 9 OF 12 Ayes: Mayor Santellana, Councilors Brewer, Browning, Jackson, Nelson, Smith, and Whiteley Nays: None Item 8 — Announcements concerning items of community interest from members of the City Council. No action will be taken or discussed. 9:54 a.m. Councilor Brewer asked David Coleman to discuss the Veteran's Plaza. Mr. Coleman, 3719 Cedar Elm Lane, Chair of the Lake Wichita Committee, thanked the Council for their support and gave special thanks to Public Works/Engineering, Blake Jurecek, and the Parks Department for their support and work as they were instrumental in making this happen. He also thanked John Burrus for getting the trolley to the event. Councilor Jackson asked when the parking lot and road will be completed, Mr. Schreiber stated he is waiting on Freeman to give him the schedule. Councilor Brewer thanked Mr. Coleman for all he does for the community. Councilor Smith stated that over the past few decades, there were two different organizations that assisted with City beautification and stated he would like to revitalize these two organizations to assist with picking up trash and assisting with beautification. He feels you get one chance to make a first impression to visitors and he encouraged citizens to reach out to him if they are interested in supporting this project. He thanked everyone for attending the meeting. Councilor Whiteley congratulated Amy Fagan for her new position and for all of the grants, and congratulated the employee of the month. He had a couple of phone calls complaining about the golf course regarding weeds, and Mr. Jurecek stated they are aware of the issue, and stated Perm-O-Green had some staffing issues but that has been resolved. Councilor Whiteley discussed the tragedy of losing two bicycle riders this past week in the County, stated that Wichita Falls is a bicycle friendly community, and implored people to pay attention to bicycle riders on the street and to make bike travel safer to prevent these tragedies. Councilor Nelson thanked Councilor Browning for attending the grand opening of the new United with him. He feels the new store will eliminate some congestion at United Market Street. He asked Chief Borrego about the two year plan on body cameras. Chief Borrego stated he is still working with the state and federal on the grant, as the grant is not finalized. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 PAGE 10 OF 12 Mayor Santellana congratulated Amy Fagan on her appointment, encouraged citizens to attend the July 4th in the Falls event, and congratulated John for being employee of the month as it is a huge responsibility taking care of the aged facilities we have. Item 9 — Comments from the Public to Members of the City Council Concerning Items That Are Not on the City Council Agenda 10:02 a.m. Joyce Stephens, 1218 North 8th Street, stated the fire department broadcast system worked good for three weeks and is no longer working. She gave kudos to the parks department for taking care of a yard that was overgrown, and to the Street department for paving an area at North 10th and Vermont. Becky Raeke, 2420 Reilly Rd., addressed the council to make a point about bike safety and discussed the loss of Lisa and Charlie McBride. She discussed Nancy Beaver, and Jose Guadalupe Martinez, who also lost their lives after being hit by a vehicle while riding. She is thankful for the support of John Burrus and city staff, and stated we are a bike friendly community and have made progress, but there is more work to be done, and stated she also recently had a friend hit on Jacksboro Highway while riding that suffered broken bones. She discussed actions that have been proposed to improve bike safety, and read a portion of the letter that was sent to the City that proposed changes and asked for creation of city bike program manager that would stay on the forefront of this issue. Ms. Raeke stated the city has a history of supporting recreation and asked that they include cyclists in the vulnerable road use Ordinance, and make sure to put it at the top of the agenda. She stated that Bike Wichita Falls is a volunteer organization but they need a paid City position to assist with dealing with all departments and provide input on all City projects. David Coleman, 3719 Cedar Elm, thanked Becky for her statements and thanked the Council for their support. He suggested an ongoing public awareness program for bicycle, pedestrian, and golf cart safety and to personalize the issue in hopes of having citizens pay more attention when they are driving. He believes a public awareness campaign would help. Diana Snow, 4811 Marshall Lane, thanked the Council and John Burrus for all they do for Bike Wichita Falls, and stated there needs to be a safety campaign. Pablo Cruz, 2202 Harrison, discussed the recruitment of students to MSU and how safety is a big consideration. Meg Nester, 808 S. Preston, Burkburnett, spoke in support of the comments made by Becky and David Coleman. Cycling is a huge presence in the community, and cyclists and cycling cannot only be recognized one weekend in August during the Hotter than Hell CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 PAGE 11 OF 12 event. In just over a year there have been 4 individuals who have lost their lives while cycling, and the last year has also been the worst for motorcycle accidents. She asked how we can bring awareness, and stressed the importance of paying attention while operating a motor vehicle. She asked if there can be an advertisement campaign, and a city employee to be an advocate. Item 10 — Executive Sessions City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 10:23 a.m. in accordance with Texas Government Code §551.072, §551 .071 and §551 .087. City Council reconvened at 11 :30 a.m. Mayor Santellana reconvened in open session and announced that no votes or polls were taken. Item 11 —Adjourn Mayor Santellana adjourned the meeting at 11 :30 am. PASSED AND APPROVED this 20th day of June 2023. Stephen Santeliana, Mayor ATTEST: B Marie Balthrop, TRM , MMC City Clerk CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 6, 2023 PAGE 12 OF 12