Prayer, Pledge, Presentation and Proclamation
Invocation, Pledge, Presentations and Proclamations.
(1.) Approval of the minutes of the May 20, 2008 and June 3, 2008 Regular Meetings. (2a.) CityCare Clinic Remodel Bid No. 145-07. (2b.) Installation of Radio Water Meter Reading System Bid No. 300-08. (3.) Zoning File No. 08-24, Jerry Bell. (4a.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2008A" (4b.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2008" (4c.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2008" (4d.) ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Electric Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2008" (5.) Authorizing by minute action the City Manager to execute agreements with Nextel, Motorola, and Genesis. (6.) Ordinance amending Chapter 40, "Taxation," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Garland providing a residential homestead exemption of 8% beginning in tax year 2008. (7.) Resolution reappointing Jamie Ratliff to the Texas Municipal Power Agency Board of Directors. (8.) resolution reappointing Mark Enoch to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors. (9.) resolution supporting the proposed Dallas Area Rapid Transit Service Plan amendments.
Appoint Second Rep. to DART Board of Directors
Consider an ordinance appointing the second representative to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors.
Consider the election of a Mayor Pro Tem
At the request of Mayor Ronald Jones, Council is requested to elect a Mayor Pro Tem from among its members. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Consider the election of a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
In accordance with City Council Policy OPNS-30, "Who Shall Act as Mayor," Council may elect a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem at its discretion. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Public Hearing - Cell phones in school zones
At the request of Mayor Ronald Jones, Council will hold a public hearing on the use of cell phones in school zones. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Zoning Public Hearing - Z-08-11 Jabez Construction
Consider the application of Jabez Construction, requesting approval of 1) a change of zoning from Planned Development (PD) District 03-63 for Duplex Uses to a Planned Development (PD) District for Townhouse and Duplex Uses, 2) a Concept Plan, 3) a variance to Section 15A-200 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding lot depth requirements, and 4) a variance to Section 15A-1300 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding common areas. The property is located west of E. Centerville Road and north of Miller Road.
Zoning Hearing - Z-08-22 Alliance Realty Partners
Consider the application of Alliance Realty Partners, requesting approval of 1) a change of zoning from Planned Development (PD) District 01-18 for Freeway Uses to a Planned Development (PD) District for Multi-Family-18 Uses, and 2) a Concept Plan for Multi-Family Uses with conditions. The property is located north of Lookout Drive at Campbell Drive.
Consider appointments to Boards and Commissions
Board members are selected for two-year terms by the City Council in August. Terms are usually staggered whereby at least half of the membership has board experience. Board members are appointed based on qualifications.
Persons wishing to address issues not on the agenda may have three minutes to address Council at this time. Council is prohibited from discussing any item not posted according to the Texas Opens Meetings Act.
Jun 17, 2008 City Council
Prayer, Pledge, Presentation and Proclamation
Invocation, Pledge, Presentations and Proclamations.
(1.) Approval of the minutes of the May 20, 2008 and June 3, 2008 Regular Meetings. (2a.) CityCare Clinic Remodel Bid No. 145-07. (2b.) Installation of Radio Water Meter Reading System Bid No. 300-08. (3.) Zoning File No. 08-24, Jerry Bell. (4a.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2008A" (4b.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2008" (4c.) Ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2008" (4d.) ordinance authorizing the issuance of "City of Garland, Texas Electric Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2008" (5.) Authorizing by minute action the City Manager to execute agreements with Nextel, Motorola, and Genesis. (6.) Ordinance amending Chapter 40, "Taxation," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Garland providing a residential homestead exemption of 8% beginning in tax year 2008. (7.) Resolution reappointing Jamie Ratliff to the Texas Municipal Power Agency Board of Directors. (8.) resolution reappointing Mark Enoch to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors. (9.) resolution supporting the proposed Dallas Area Rapid Transit Service Plan amendments.
Appoint Second Rep. to DART Board of Directors
Consider an ordinance appointing the second representative to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors.
Consider the election of a Mayor Pro Tem
At the request of Mayor Ronald Jones, Council is requested to elect a Mayor Pro Tem from among its members. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Consider the election of a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
In accordance with City Council Policy OPNS-30, "Who Shall Act as Mayor," Council may elect a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem at its discretion. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Public Hearing - Cell phones in school zones
At the request of Mayor Ronald Jones, Council will hold a public hearing on the use of cell phones in school zones. This item was scheduled for Council consideration at the June 16, 2008 Work Session.
Zoning Public Hearing - Z-08-11 Jabez Construction
Consider the application of Jabez Construction, requesting approval of 1) a change of zoning from Planned Development (PD) District 03-63 for Duplex Uses to a Planned Development (PD) District for Townhouse and Duplex Uses, 2) a Concept Plan, 3) a variance to Section 15A-200 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding lot depth requirements, and 4) a variance to Section 15A-1300 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance regarding common areas. The property is located west of E. Centerville Road and north of Miller Road.
Zoning Hearing - Z-08-22 Alliance Realty Partners
Consider the application of Alliance Realty Partners, requesting approval of 1) a change of zoning from Planned Development (PD) District 01-18 for Freeway Uses to a Planned Development (PD) District for Multi-Family-18 Uses, and 2) a Concept Plan for Multi-Family Uses with conditions. The property is located north of Lookout Drive at Campbell Drive.
Consider appointments to Boards and Commissions
Board members are selected for two-year terms by the City Council in August. Terms are usually staggered whereby at least half of the membership has board experience. Board members are appointed based on qualifications.
Persons wishing to address issues not on the agenda may have three minutes to address Council at this time. Council is prohibited from discussing any item not posted according to the Texas Opens Meetings Act.