Mayor Ragan to present five-year service award to Mr. Charles Fletcher, Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor, Police Department
Mayor Ragan present five-year service award to Officer Jeffrey B. Duncan, Firefighter/Paramedic, Fire Department
Mayor Ragan to recognize the City for receiving the Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2010 which is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
Hear Presentation of Mr. Richard Ruddell, President, Executive Director, the T, regarding Street Modification and Alteration Agreement Funding -- Consider Hearing and Discussing Presentation of Mr. richard Ruddell, President, Executive Director, the T, regarding Annual Revenue the City Will Receive as a Result of the Street Modification and Alteration Agreement.
Approve Award of Contract to Independent Audit Firm to Perform City Audit Services -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the amount of $29,950 (first year); $30,500 (second year) and $31,450 (third year) to the independent audit firm Patillo, Brown & Hill for the provision of audit services.
Conduct Public Hearing and Approve Resolution and Ordinance Electing to Opt out of State Goods-in-transit Exemption --Consider conducting public hearing and approving a resolution and ordinance for the City to elect to opt out of state of Texas Goods-in-Transit exemption law allowing City to approve taxation of Goods-in-Transit that are otherwise exempt from taxation by Texas Tax Code 11.253.
Consider Discussing Buyers Barricades, Inc. Proposed Development -- Consider discussing Buyers Barricades, Inc. proposed development. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member DeSoto.
Consider Appointing Representatives to the Boulevard 26 Oversight Committee -- Consider discussing and approving the appointment of two Council Members to the Boulevard 26 Oversight Committee.
Approve Award of Contract to J. richard Perkins, P.E., for Engineering Design Services regarding Labadie Drive -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the not to exceed amount of $19,750 to J. Richard Perkins, P.E. for the provision of professional engineering services regarding Labadie Drive paving improvements.
Approve Plans and Specifications regarding Richland Elementary School Detention Pond Construction Project -- Consider discussing and approving plans and specifications developed by the professional engineering firm Halff and Associates regarding the Richland Elementary School detention pond construction project.
Approve Notice to Proceed regarding Engineering Design concerning Matthews Drive Interceptor Drainage Improvement -- Consider Discussing and Approving Notice to Proceed to the Professional Engineering Firm Halff and Associates to Begin the Design of the Matthews Drive Interceptor Drainage Improvement Project.
Consider Discussing and Approving Contract Award to Halff and Associates regarding Drainage Design for Upper Hardsity Drainage Improvements -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the amount of $83,560 to Halff and Associates regarding providing professional engineering services for the design of the drainage infrastructure recommended in the Metroplex Baptist Church Drainage Analysis.
Approve Award of Contract to Peci to Reinstall Wiring for Street Lights at Creek Trail Park -- Consider Discussing and Approving an Award of Contract for the Amount of $20,820.12 to Peci for the Reinstallation of Street Light Wiring Which Was Stolen.
Approve Award of Contract to Reliable Paving regarding Ash Park Drive Sidewalk Construction – Consider Discussing and Approving an Award of Contract for the Amount of $18,200 to Reliable Paving to Complete Construction of a Sidewalk on the West Side of Ash Park from Latham Drive to Baker Boulevard.
Approve Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Industrial Pretreatment Rule Changes -- Consider discussing and approving Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Pretreatment Rule changes regarding significant industrial users.
Approve FY 2011/2012 Sewer System Improvement Plans and Specifications -- Consider discussing and approving plans and specifications regarding capital improvements to the sewer system for FY 2011/2012.
Consider Discussing and Approving Award of Contract to C2m Tech for Lease of City Telephone System -- Consider discussing and approving award of contract for the amount of $874 per month for sixty months and an initial startup cost of $5,650 for FY 2011- 12.
Consider Discussing and Approving Proposal to Realign Staffing in the Police Department -- Consider discussing and approving recommendation of the Chief of Police regarding staffing realignment of the police department.
Consider Discussing and Directing Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding Items Related to Agenda Posting, Meeting Procedures, Decorum and Other Issues -- Consider discussing and directing the members of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding posting agendas, hearing and meeting procedures, decorum, and other procedural issues relating to the conduct of meetings and City business, and other expectations of the City Council regarding the conduct of the Board. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Head.
Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 14 of the City Code by Adopting a New Article Xv, Entitled “vacant Buildings”; Establishing Requirements for Registration, Inspection and Insurance of Vacant Buildings - Consider discussing and approving an ordinance adopting a new Article XV, entitled “Vacant Buildings,” establishing definitions, establishing requirements, procedures and fees for the registration and inspection of vacant buildings in the city; providing defenses; providing an appeal process for the denial or revocation of a certificate of registration; providing insurance requirements; and requiring a vacant building plan. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Goveas.
Consider Establishing Separate Fund within Enterprise Fund to Set Aside Money for Certain Capital Improvements -- Consider and discussing approving a separate fund with the Enterprise fund to specifically set aside money, including fund balance remaining from recently refinanced debt, for replacement of Big Fossil Creek Outfall line and water and sewer lines. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Goveas.
Discuss Section 90-157 of the City Code to Revise the Provisions regarding the Time Limits for Special Use Permits and Determine Whether to Refer Consideration of Amendment of Such Section to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Consideration -- Discuss and Consider the Need to Revise Section 90-157 to Amend the Provisions Relating to the Time Limits for the Validity of Special Use Permits, And Decide Whether to Refer the Issue to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Consideration. this Item Was Placed on the Agenda by Council Member Goveas.
22. Consider Discussing and Approving Amending Lease Agreement with Four Sevens Oil Company and Successor in Interest Chesapeake Exploration Lp and Total E&p Usa, Inc. -- Consider discussing and approving amending an oil and gas lease entered into on August 3, 2005 by and between the City of Richland Hills and Four Sevens Oil Company, Ltd. and subsequently revived, amended and assigned to Chesapeake Exploration, LLC, as successor in interest to Chesapeake Exploration LP, and Total E&P USA, Inc. , a memorandum of said lease is filed of record with the Tarrant County Clerk’s office as Instrument # D205248763, with a corrected property description filed of record as instrument #: D205295001, and subsequently amended and filed of record as instrument #: D208297704, D209139096, and D210003598, in order to amend the pooling provisions of said lease. 23. Consider Discussing and Approving an Offer by Chesapeake Exploration, Llc to Lease City Property – Consider discussing and approving an offer by Chesapeake Exploration, LLC to lease approximately 12.187 acres of City of Richland Hills-owned minerals out of the George Akers Survey, Abstract 30, Tarrant County, Texas; and notice of intent to appear in protest of Railroad Commission Rule 37 Case No. 0272674, Permit No. 713704.
Discuss and Approve City Employee Holiday Function -- Consider discussing and approving city employee holiday function including scheduling of event, report of estimated cost and provision of holiday incentive to employees. This item was placed on the agenda by Mayor Ragan.
Discuss and Approve Acceptance of Oncor 2011 Take a Load off, Matching Grant -- Consider discussing and approving acceptance of Oncor 2011 Take a Load Off, Texas City Matching Grant Program award of $5,677 to fund thirty-one percent of the replacement of two HVAC units at the Fire Department.
28. Removal of Consent Agenda Items -- Any Council Member may remove any item from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and action at this time. 29. Consent Agenda -- A) Approval of Tuesday, November 8, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes and Friday, December 6, 2011 Special Meeting. 11/8/2011 November 8, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes 11/18/2011 November 18, 2011 Special Meeting Minutes
22. Consider Discussing and Approving Amending Lease Agreement with Four Sevens Oil Company and Successor in Interest Chesapeake Exploration Lp and Total E&p Usa, Inc. -- Consider discussing and approving amending an oil and gas lease entered into on August 3, 2005 by and between the City of Richland Hills and Four Sevens Oil Company, Ltd. and subsequently revived, amended and assigned to Chesapeake Exploration, LLC, as successor in interest to Chesapeake Exploration LP, and Total E&P USA, Inc. , a memorandum of said lease is filed of record with the Tarrant County Clerk’s office as Instrument # D205248763, with a corrected property description filed of record as instrument #: D205295001, and subsequently amended and filed of record as instrument #: D208297704, D209139096, and D210003598, in order to amend the pooling provisions of said lease. 23. Consider Discussing and Approving an Offer by Chesapeake Exploration, Llc to Lease City Property – Consider discussing and approving an offer by Chesapeake Exploration, LLC to lease approximately 12.187 acres of City of Richland Hills-owned minerals out of the George Akers Survey, Abstract 30, Tarrant County, Texas; and notice of intent to appear in protest of Railroad Commission Rule 37 Case No. 0272674, Permit No. 713704.
Dec 13, 2011 City Council
Mayor Ragan to present five-year service award to Mr. Charles Fletcher, Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor, Police Department
Mayor Ragan present five-year service award to Officer Jeffrey B. Duncan, Firefighter/Paramedic, Fire Department
Mayor Ragan to recognize the City for receiving the Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2010 which is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
Hear Presentation of Mr. Richard Ruddell, President, Executive Director, the T, regarding Street Modification and Alteration Agreement Funding -- Consider Hearing and Discussing Presentation of Mr. richard Ruddell, President, Executive Director, the T, regarding Annual Revenue the City Will Receive as a Result of the Street Modification and Alteration Agreement.
Approve Award of Contract to Independent Audit Firm to Perform City Audit Services -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the amount of $29,950 (first year); $30,500 (second year) and $31,450 (third year) to the independent audit firm Patillo, Brown & Hill for the provision of audit services.
Conduct Public Hearing and Approve Resolution and Ordinance Electing to Opt out of State Goods-in-transit Exemption --Consider conducting public hearing and approving a resolution and ordinance for the City to elect to opt out of state of Texas Goods-in-Transit exemption law allowing City to approve taxation of Goods-in-Transit that are otherwise exempt from taxation by Texas Tax Code 11.253.
Consider Discussing Buyers Barricades, Inc. Proposed Development -- Consider discussing Buyers Barricades, Inc. proposed development. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member DeSoto.
Consider Appointing Representatives to the Boulevard 26 Oversight Committee -- Consider discussing and approving the appointment of two Council Members to the Boulevard 26 Oversight Committee.
Approve Award of Contract to J. richard Perkins, P.E., for Engineering Design Services regarding Labadie Drive -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the not to exceed amount of $19,750 to J. Richard Perkins, P.E. for the provision of professional engineering services regarding Labadie Drive paving improvements.
Approve Plans and Specifications regarding Richland Elementary School Detention Pond Construction Project -- Consider discussing and approving plans and specifications developed by the professional engineering firm Halff and Associates regarding the Richland Elementary School detention pond construction project.
Approve Notice to Proceed regarding Engineering Design concerning Matthews Drive Interceptor Drainage Improvement -- Consider Discussing and Approving Notice to Proceed to the Professional Engineering Firm Halff and Associates to Begin the Design of the Matthews Drive Interceptor Drainage Improvement Project.
Consider Discussing and Approving Contract Award to Halff and Associates regarding Drainage Design for Upper Hardsity Drainage Improvements -- Consider discussing and approving an award of contract for the amount of $83,560 to Halff and Associates regarding providing professional engineering services for the design of the drainage infrastructure recommended in the Metroplex Baptist Church Drainage Analysis.
Approve Award of Contract to Peci to Reinstall Wiring for Street Lights at Creek Trail Park -- Consider Discussing and Approving an Award of Contract for the Amount of $20,820.12 to Peci for the Reinstallation of Street Light Wiring Which Was Stolen.
Approve Award of Contract to Reliable Paving regarding Ash Park Drive Sidewalk Construction – Consider Discussing and Approving an Award of Contract for the Amount of $18,200 to Reliable Paving to Complete Construction of a Sidewalk on the West Side of Ash Park from Latham Drive to Baker Boulevard.
Approve Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Industrial Pretreatment Rule Changes -- Consider discussing and approving Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Pretreatment Rule changes regarding significant industrial users.
Approve FY 2011/2012 Sewer System Improvement Plans and Specifications -- Consider discussing and approving plans and specifications regarding capital improvements to the sewer system for FY 2011/2012.
Consider Discussing and Approving Award of Contract to C2m Tech for Lease of City Telephone System -- Consider discussing and approving award of contract for the amount of $874 per month for sixty months and an initial startup cost of $5,650 for FY 2011- 12.
Consider Discussing and Approving Proposal to Realign Staffing in the Police Department -- Consider discussing and approving recommendation of the Chief of Police regarding staffing realignment of the police department.
Consider Discussing and Directing Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding Items Related to Agenda Posting, Meeting Procedures, Decorum and Other Issues -- Consider discussing and directing the members of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding posting agendas, hearing and meeting procedures, decorum, and other procedural issues relating to the conduct of meetings and City business, and other expectations of the City Council regarding the conduct of the Board. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Head.
Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 14 of the City Code by Adopting a New Article Xv, Entitled “vacant Buildings”; Establishing Requirements for Registration, Inspection and Insurance of Vacant Buildings - Consider discussing and approving an ordinance adopting a new Article XV, entitled “Vacant Buildings,” establishing definitions, establishing requirements, procedures and fees for the registration and inspection of vacant buildings in the city; providing defenses; providing an appeal process for the denial or revocation of a certificate of registration; providing insurance requirements; and requiring a vacant building plan. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Goveas.
Consider Establishing Separate Fund within Enterprise Fund to Set Aside Money for Certain Capital Improvements -- Consider and discussing approving a separate fund with the Enterprise fund to specifically set aside money, including fund balance remaining from recently refinanced debt, for replacement of Big Fossil Creek Outfall line and water and sewer lines. This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Goveas.
Discuss Section 90-157 of the City Code to Revise the Provisions regarding the Time Limits for Special Use Permits and Determine Whether to Refer Consideration of Amendment of Such Section to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Consideration -- Discuss and Consider the Need to Revise Section 90-157 to Amend the Provisions Relating to the Time Limits for the Validity of Special Use Permits, And Decide Whether to Refer the Issue to the Planning and Zoning Commission for Consideration. this Item Was Placed on the Agenda by Council Member Goveas.
22. Consider Discussing and Approving Amending Lease Agreement with Four Sevens Oil Company and Successor in Interest Chesapeake Exploration Lp and Total E&p Usa, Inc. -- Consider discussing and approving amending an oil and gas lease entered into on August 3, 2005 by and between the City of Richland Hills and Four Sevens Oil Company, Ltd. and subsequently revived, amended and assigned to Chesapeake Exploration, LLC, as successor in interest to Chesapeake Exploration LP, and Total E&P USA, Inc. , a memorandum of said lease is filed of record with the Tarrant County Clerk’s office as Instrument # D205248763, with a corrected property description filed of record as instrument #: D205295001, and subsequently amended and filed of record as instrument #: D208297704, D209139096, and D210003598, in order to amend the pooling provisions of said lease. 23. Consider Discussing and Approving an Offer by Chesapeake Exploration, Llc to Lease City Property – Consider discussing and approving an offer by Chesapeake Exploration, LLC to lease approximately 12.187 acres of City of Richland Hills-owned minerals out of the George Akers Survey, Abstract 30, Tarrant County, Texas; and notice of intent to appear in protest of Railroad Commission Rule 37 Case No. 0272674, Permit No. 713704.
Discuss and Approve City Employee Holiday Function -- Consider discussing and approving city employee holiday function including scheduling of event, report of estimated cost and provision of holiday incentive to employees. This item was placed on the agenda by Mayor Ragan.
Discuss and Approve Acceptance of Oncor 2011 Take a Load off, Matching Grant -- Consider discussing and approving acceptance of Oncor 2011 Take a Load Off, Texas City Matching Grant Program award of $5,677 to fund thirty-one percent of the replacement of two HVAC units at the Fire Department.
28. Removal of Consent Agenda Items -- Any Council Member may remove any item from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and action at this time. 29. Consent Agenda -- A) Approval of Tuesday, November 8, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes and Friday, December 6, 2011 Special Meeting. 11/8/2011 November 8, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes 11/18/2011 November 18, 2011 Special Meeting Minutes
22. Consider Discussing and Approving Amending Lease Agreement with Four Sevens Oil Company and Successor in Interest Chesapeake Exploration Lp and Total E&p Usa, Inc. -- Consider discussing and approving amending an oil and gas lease entered into on August 3, 2005 by and between the City of Richland Hills and Four Sevens Oil Company, Ltd. and subsequently revived, amended and assigned to Chesapeake Exploration, LLC, as successor in interest to Chesapeake Exploration LP, and Total E&P USA, Inc. , a memorandum of said lease is filed of record with the Tarrant County Clerk’s office as Instrument # D205248763, with a corrected property description filed of record as instrument #: D205295001, and subsequently amended and filed of record as instrument #: D208297704, D209139096, and D210003598, in order to amend the pooling provisions of said lease. 23. Consider Discussing and Approving an Offer by Chesapeake Exploration, Llc to Lease City Property – Consider discussing and approving an offer by Chesapeake Exploration, LLC to lease approximately 12.187 acres of City of Richland Hills-owned minerals out of the George Akers Survey, Abstract 30, Tarrant County, Texas; and notice of intent to appear in protest of Railroad Commission Rule 37 Case No. 0272674, Permit No. 713704.