Agenda

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Garland
Council Chambers, City Hall
William E. Dollar Municipal Building
200 North Fifth Street
Garland, Texas
April 17, 2018
7:00 p.m.

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Strategic Focus Areas
In November 2017, Council adopted ten Key Focus Areas reflecting the attributes they want to accurately describe the Garland community.

Growing Economic Base
Commercially Thriving Downtown
Well-Maintained City Infrastructure
Enhanced Quality of Life Through Amenities, Arts, and Events
Safe Community
Vibrant Neighborhoods and Commercial Centers
Reliable, Cost Efficient Utility Services
Customer-Focused City Services
Sound Governance and Finances
Future-Focused City Organization

LEGISLATIVE PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

It is the custom and tradition of the members of the City Council to have an invocation and recital of the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the beginning of the meeting. Members of the audience are invited to participate. However, members of the audience are not required to participate. The decision to participate is strictly a matter of personal choice and has no bearing on matters to be considered by the City Council and will not affect the decisions to be made during the meeting.

MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS,
RECOGNITIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Mayor may present proclamations and recognize attendees or award winners, and may make announcements regarding upcoming City events and matters of interest to citizens. There will be no Council deliberations or votes on these matters.

CONSENT AGENDA

All items under this section are recommended for approval by a single motion of Council, without discussion. Council has had the opportunity to review each of these items at a previous work session and approval of the consent agenda authorizes the City Manager to implement each item. The Mayor will announce the agenda and provide an opportunity for members of the audience and the City Council to request that an item be removed and considered separately.

Consider approval of the minutes of the April 3, 2018 Regular Meeting.

Consider approval of the following bids:

Replacement Golf Carts		Bid No. 0501-18

Mission Golf Cars & Industrial Vehicles	$633,390.00

This request is to replace the golf carts used at the Bridges Course.

Justice Complex Chiller Replacement		Bid No. 0556-18

Trane	$221,750.00

This request is to replace one of the two chillers that services the Justice Complex buildings.

Police Department Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Robot		Bid No. 0598-18

Northrop Grumman, Remotec, Inc.	$297,063.00

This request is to purchase an EOD Robot to assist the Police Department's Bomb Unit in conducting investigations related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRNE) events.

Image Initiative Advertising Campaign Production		Bid No. 0582-17

Pyro Agency	$250,000.00

This request is to implement production of the selected advertising campaign developed by Pyro Agency. This item was was considered at the April 16, 2018 Work Session.

Consider a resolution adopting and approving the One Year Plan of Action for the 2018/2019 Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership and, Emergency Solutions Grant Programs; and approving an effective date.

Council is requested to adopt the resolution approving the One Year Plan of Action for the 2018-2019 Community Development Block Grant, HOME Infill Partnership Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant programs and funding.

Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a waiver agreement relating to the Global Settlement Agreement between and among the Texas Municipal Power Agency, the City of Bryan, Texas, the City of Denton, Texas, the City of Garland, Texas, and the City of Greenville, Texas; and providing an effective date.

Council is requested to approve the waive agreement to extend the date for which the TMPA Member Cities will commence paying directly for wholesale transmission postage stamp delivery charges that are currently paid through TMPA. This item was considered at the April 2, 2018 Work Session.

Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 33, "Transportation," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Garland, Texas; providing a penalty under the provisions of Sec. 10.05 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Garland, Texas; providing a savings clause and a severability clause; and providing an effective date.

Council is requested to approve the revised speed limits as follows: increase the speed limit from Gautney Street to 520 feet north of Castle from 40 MPH to 45 MPH Reduce the speed limit from PGBT to 350 feet north of Firewheel Parkway from 55 MPH to 50 MPH. This item was considered at the April 2, 2018 Work Session.

Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Deed without Warranty to the State of Texas and providing an effective date.

TxDOT is making improvements to the intersection of SH 78 and Miller Road. City owned right of way is needed for this project and TxDOT has offered to purchase this property. Council is requested to authorize the Mayor to sell the parcel to TxDOT for the sum of $236,142.00. This item was considered at the April 2, 2018 Work Session.

Consider an ordinance amending Sections 2.51, 2.52, 6.03, and Table 7-1 of the Garland Development Code (Ordinance 6773, as amended) relating to the creation of a zoning classification for Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries, providing a penalty under the provisions of Sec. 10.05 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Garland, Texas; providing a Savings Clause and a Severability Clause; and providing an effective date.

Council is requested to approve amendments to the Garland Development Code (GDC) regarding the allowance of Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries. A Public Hearing for this item was conducted at the April 3, 2018 Regular Meeting.

Proposed Property Exchange - 400-500 Block of Avenue A

The Council is asked to consider authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement by Minute Action. This item was considered at the April 16, 2018 Work Session.

Appointment to the Animal Services Advisory Committee

Council is requested to appoint Oswaldo Rodriguez to the Animal Services Advisory Committee.

ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION

Speaker Regulations:

Anyone wishing to speak for, against, or on agenda items must fill out a speaker card and give it to the City Secretary before speaking (cards are located at the entrance to the Council Chambers). The Mayor will recognize speakers; he may impose a time limit and may provide for rebuttal. All comments and testimony are to be presented from the podium.

10.

Hold public hearings on:

Consider the application of TEKA Investment, Inc., requesting approval of a variance to Chapter 2, Article 5, Section 2.55(A) of the Garland Development Code regarding the distance to a church, public school, or public hospital from an establishment that sells or serves alcoholic beverages. The property is located at 901 Belt Line Road. (File No. BW 18-01, District 8)

BEING a tract of land containing 1.6377 acres of land situated in the Onofre Alvarado Survey, Abstract No. 2, Dallas County, Texas, and being part of Lot 1, Block 1 of the GLENBROOK SHOPPING CENTER, an addition to the City of Garland, according to the file plat recorded in Volume 83187, Page 6123, of the Map Records of Dallas County, Texas. Approval of the request would allow the sale of alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) within the required distance of 300 feet to a church. The proposed convenience store and existing church are located within the same multi-tenant commercial building.

Consider the application of Star Plus, Inc., requesting approval of a Specific Use Provision for Food Processing and Storage on a property zoned Industrial (IN) District. The property is located at 3925 Miller Park Drive. (File No. Z 18-15, District 6)

BEING a 2.23-acre tract of land and being all of Lot 3, Block 3 Garland West Industrial Park, an addition to the City of Garland, Dallas County, Texas according to the plat thereof recorded in County Clerk's Instrument number 201600351809 of the Official Public Records of Dallas County, Texas. Approval of the request would allow the operation of a Food Processing Facility within an existing 35,900 square-foot industrial building.

11.

Citizen comments.

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 Open Meetings Act.

12.

Adjourn.

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GARLAND PURCHASING REPORT


City Council Regular Session Agenda		Agenda Item 2.a.
Meeting Date:	04/17/2018
Item Title:	Replacement Golf Carts
Submitted By:	Doug Swenson, Operations Financial Coordinator
Bid Number:	0501-18

Purchase Justification:

The purpose of this request is to replace the golf carts used at the Bridges Course. Golf carts have historically been replaced every three years to ensure not only reliability but also patron safety. This request is to replace 110 carts that have been in service since 2014 and add an additional 10 carts to accommodate the increase of patrons golfing on weekends. The replacement carts utilize new maintenance-free battery technology and are warrantied for
5 years instead of the typical 3-year period. This request also includes the replacement of maintenance cart haulers which are used in the day-to-day operation of maintaining the golf course. The current maintenance cart-hauler fleet is over 7 years old with some units out of service.

Evaluation:

These replacement golf carts and haulers are being provided through the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative Contract 0529-17. We are trading in 103 golf carts for a cost savings of $206,000.00. This item was originally approved at the March 20, 2018, City Council Meeting; however, the recommended vendor was unable to fulfill the order.

Award Recommendation:

*Vendor*	Item	Amount
Mission Golf Cars & Industrial Vehicles	All	$633,390.00


	TOTAL:	-------------------------------------- $633,390.00

Basis for Award:	Cooperative Purchase
Purchase Requisition #:	39533

Fiscal Impact

Total Project/Account:	$638,000
Expended/Encumbered to Date:	539
Balance:	$637,461
This Item:	633,390
Proposed Balance:	$4,071
Account #:	256-4419-3653118-9007
Fund/Dept/Project – Description and Comments:
Municipal Facilities and Miscellaneous Tax Supported / Firewheel Golf Park Cart Replacements

Attachments
Bid Recap

Fiscal Reference:
Budget Type:	CIP
Fiscal Year:	2018
Document Location:	Page MF11

Budget Director Approval:	Ron Young	Approval Date:	04/06/2018
Purchasing Director Approval:	Gary L. Holcomb	Approval Date:	04/04/2018

GARLAND PURCHASING REPORT


City Council Regular Session Agenda		Agenda Item 2.c.
Meeting Date:	04/17/2018
Item Title:	Police Department Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Robot
Submitted By:	Mitch Bates, Chief of Police
Bid Number:	0598-18

Purchase Justification:

The purpose of this request is to purchase an EOD Robot to assist the Police Department's Bomb Unit in conducting investigations related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRNE) events. The Remotec FX robotic platform is a significant upgrade to the equipment that is currently in service. The current equipment utilizes decade-old technology and does not meet the capabilities available in a modern robot. The Remotec FX includes the ability to climb stairs and on top of vehicles for better assessment of potential hazards. Additionally, the Remotec FX uses camera technology with infrared and zoom functions that allow the Unit to see in daytime and nighttime conditions. This enhanced technology will allow the Unit to perform EOD operations in all environments and assist the Garland Police SWAT team, Fire Department, and Health Department with any calls related to CBRNE events.

Evaluation:

Northrop Grumman, Remotec, Inc., is the manufacturer and Sole Source distributor of the Remotec FX robot.

Award Recommendation:

*Vendor*	Item	Amount
Northrop Grumman, Remotec, Inc.	All	$297,063.00


	TOTAL:	-------------------------------------- $297,063.00

Basis for Award:	Sole Source
Purchase Requisition #:	39683

Fiscal Impact

Total Project/Account:	$475,595
Expended/Encumbered to Date:	83,274
Balance:	$392,321
This Item:	297,063
Proposed Balance:	$95,258
Account #:	921-9211-9007, 871-1052-1003919-9007, 871-1052-10023-9007
Fund/Dept/Project – Description and Comments:
The Explosive Ordinance Disposal Robot for the Bomb Unit will be funded in the FY 2017-18 Revised Operating Budget by the Narcotic Seizure Fund and Public Safety Grant Funds. - $26,798.00 will be funded in Narcotic Seizure in the FY 2017-18 Revised Budget. - $59,265 has been submitted for the UASI grant, with expectation of funding being released in FY 2018-19. The grant will reimburse the Public Safety Grant Fund. If the grant is not awarded, $59,265 will come from the Narcotic Seizure Fund. - $211,000 in MMRS 2001 Contract is available in fund balance to be budgeted for this item in the FY 2017-18 Revised Budget.

Attachments
Bid Recap

Fiscal Reference:
Budget Type:	Operating Budget
Fiscal Year:	2017-18
Document Location:	Pages 122 and 123

Budget Director Approval:	Ron Young	Approval Date:	04/06/2018
Purchasing Director Approval:	Gary L. Holcomb	Approval Date:	04/05/2018

GARLAND PLANNING REPORT

City Council Regular Session Agenda		Agenda Item 10.a.
Meeting Date:	04/17/2018
Item Title:	BW 18-01 TEKA Investment, Inc. (District 8)
Submitted By:	Will Guerin, Planning Director

REQUEST
Variance to reduce the minimum separation requirement between an establishment that sells alcoholic beverages and a church.
OWNER
Village Park 3 LP & Rockglen LTD
BACKGROUND
Chapter 2, Article 5, Section 2.55(A) of the Garland Development Code (GDC) states that an establishment that sells or serves alcoholic beverages may not be located nearer than 300 feet of a church, public school or public hospital. However, Section 2.55(C) allows for a variance process through the City Council. The applicant proposes to sell beer and wine at a proposed convenience store on the subject property, 901 Belt Line Road, within the westernmost suite [Suite 100-101]. There is an existing church, Nu-Life Ministries/Street Church leasing a tenant space [Suite 108] within the same building and is located approximately 112 feet away. In order to receive a wine and beer retailer’s off-premise permit through the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), the City of Garland must first give approval.
SITE DATA
The subject property contains approximately 1.64 acres fronting approximately 435 feet along Belt Line Road. The subject property is zoned Community Retail (CR).
CONSIDERATIONS
The subject property is developed with a multi-tenant commercial building; the applicant representing the proposed convenience store [Suite 100-101] is in the process of applying for a permit with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). As mentioned above, Chapter 2, Article 5, Section 2.55(A) of the Garland Development Code (GDC) states that an establishment that sells or serves alcoholic beverages may not be located nearer than 300 feet to a church, public school or public hospital. The measured distance between the proposed alcohol-selling use and the tenant space occupied by the church, from front door to front door, is approximately 112 feet. It should be noted that the measurement between the two uses when measuring along the property line of the street-front and from front door to front door is approximately 324 feet. However, in this request the two tenant spaces are located on the same platted property and within the same building; in consultation with the City Attorney’s Office, a more direct front door to front door measurement between the two establishments is appropriate. Chapter 2, Article 5, Section 2.55(C) of the Garland Development Code (GDC) states that “The City Council may grant a variance to the distance regulations provided by this Section if the City Council determines that enforcement of those regulations in a particular instance is not in the best interest of the public, constitutes waste or inefficient use of land or other resources, creates an undue hardship on an applicant for a license or permit, does not serve its intended purpose, is not effective or necessary, or for any other reason the City Council, after consideration of the health, safety and welfare of the public and the equities of the situation, determines is in the best interest of the community.” The pastor of Nu-Life Ministries/Street Church is aware of the applicant’s request and, per a written letter from the pastor dated February 8, 2018, does not oppose the request.

Attachments
BW 18-01 Location Map
BW 18-01 Responses
BW 18-01 Staff Presentation

GARLAND PLANNING REPORT

City Council Regular Session Agenda		Agenda Item 10.b.
Meeting Date:	04/17/2018
Item Title:	Z 18-15 Star Plus, Inc. (District 6)
Submitted By:	Kira Wauwie, Principal Development Planner

REQUEST
Approval of 1) a Specific Use Provision for Food Processing and Storage on property zoned Industrial (IN) District.
OWNER
Star Plus, Inc.
PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
On March 26, 2018 the Plan Commission, by a vote of eight (8) to zero (0), recommended approval of a Specific Use Provision for Food Processing and Storage for a period of thirty-five (35) years In addition, the Plan Commission approved a Variance to Chapter 4, Article 3, Section 4.45 of the Garland Development Code (GDC) regarding the design and screening of refuse containers.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Approval of 1) a Specific Use Provision for a Food and Storage Processing Use for a period of thirty-five (35) years.
BACKGROUND
The applicant is seeking approval of a Specific Use Provision to convert the existing 35,900 square foot industrial warehouse building on the subject property into a Food Processing and Storage facility. The applicant intends to remodel the interior portions of the existing building including removal of some truck bays to facilitate the interior operations and refuse storage. The applicant has indicated that all operations will be internal to the existing building and no building expansion is proposed at this time.
SITE DATA
The subject property is an approximately 2.23-acre site with approximately 308 feet of frontage along Miller Park Drive; access to the site will be provided from Miller Park Drive.
USE OF PROPERTY UNDER CURRENT ZONING
The Industrial (IN) District is intended to provide for a wide range of industrial uses that are generally not compatible adjacent to residential neighborhoods, and may or may not be compatible with some nonresidential uses. Such uses include manufacturing, processing, assembling, research and development, and warehousing and distribution. The Industrial (IN) District also accommodates support services for industrial development such as office, commercial, personal and professional services, and limited retail activities. The Industrial (IN) District regulations are designed to ensure compatibility among the various uses allowed in the district, and to protect adjacent non-industrial development from potentially incompatible uses and conditions. A Specific Use Provision is required for Food Processing and Storage uses in the Industrial (IN) District.
CONSIDERATIONS
The proposed Food Processing and Storage operations will provide large volume eggroll production for national food service companies and local food distributors. The approximately 39,500 square-foot building will be compartmented for areas containing administrative offices, food processing operations including freezer, fryer and cooler, dry [food] storage, and assembly. The Site Plan indicates no changes to the existing pavement and the site will provide forty-seven (47) parking spaces which meets the parking requirements set forth in Chapter 2, Section 2.51 of the GDC. The applicant has not proposed any signage at this time. Any signage will be subject the regulations set forth in Chapter 4, Article 5 of the Garland Development Code. The applicant requests approval of the Specific Use Provision for a period of thirty-five (35) years.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Future Land Use Map of the Envision Garland Plan recommends Industry Center for the subject property. Industry Centers provide a cluster of trade and industry that cumulatively employ large numbers of people. Operations may include such elements as semi-truck traffic, loading docks, and outdoor storage. Overall, the architecture, character, scale, and intensity should be compatible with adjacent development types. Industry Centers range in scale and intensity based on the surrounding vicinity and may consist of one or more buildings. This development type includes a variety of primary and secondary uses that support the industry employment sector. The proposed use is consistent with industrial operations within the Industry Center.
COMPATIBILITY OF REQUEST WITH SURROUNDING ZONING AND LAND USES
The subject property is located within an area that is zoned Industrial (IN) District and developed with buildings that are currently utilized for light industrial and heavy industrial uses. The applicant has indicated that the operations of the proposed use will not create any negative impacts from odors, smoke or noise. In addition, the applicant has indicated that shipping quantities are not likely to exceed three truckloads per week. The food processing operation is compatible with the surrounding area and consistent with uses found in industrial zoning districts.

Attachments
Z 18-15 Location Map
Z 18-15 Exhibit B
Z 18-15 Exhibit C
Z 18-15 Exhibit D
Z 18-15 R&M
Z 18-15 Responses
Z 18-15 Staff Presentation