Minutes TC 12/08/1986MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB
TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS
THE STATE OF TEXAS )
COUNTY OF DENTON }
The Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club met in Regular
session on Monday, December 8, 1986 at the Municipal Utility
District Building. The meeting was held within the boundaries
of the Town and was open to the Public.
Jim Carter
Dick Vene*toff
Bettye Dayton
Terry Vence
Aldo Martignago
Tracy Kunkel
Mayor
Mayor Pro -Tem
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Also present were members of the Town staff:
John Hill
David Nolte
Dan BoutwelI
Attorney
Marshal
Town Planner
Mayor Carter called the meeting to order at 7:OOPM.
The Invocation was given by Council Member Vance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Marshal Nolte.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Council Member Dayton made a motion to approve the minutes of
the November 24, 1986 meeting with modifications, Council
Member Vance seconded, motion carried unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
-Marshal Nolte presented the Council with copies of the
Inter -local Agreement with Denton County for law enforcement
services. Marshal Nolte reviewed various changes for the
Council's consideration. Some of the changes were the result
of Marshal Nolte's conversation's with the Denton County
Auditor and Sheriff Kaisner. He also presented the Council
with the figures showing what it would cast the Town to set
up their own department. These figures will be reviewed at
the December 30th Council meeting.
-Mayor Carter presented the financial report for the month.
Mayor Pro Tem Venetoff made a motion to approve the report as
presented, Council Member Vance seconded, motion carried
unanimously~ A copy is filed with these minutes.
-Mayor Carter stated that the bids had been received for the
audit. Treasurer Jack Jacobs, Mayor Pro Tem Venetoff and
Council Member Ma^rtigmago will review the bids and make a
recommendation to the Council~ The bids will be discussed at
the December 30th meeting.
-Jahn Hill, Attorney from the Town, presented his monthly
report to the Council. The report outlined several items Mr.
Hill is addressing for the Town. Mr. Hill reported that he
had received a letter from the attorney for Westlake
concerning the 10 foot strip surrounding Trophy Club. Mr~
Hill stated that her will contact Mayor Dale White to see if
the Ordinance has been passed that would release the 10 ft.
extra -territorial jurisdiction. If the ordinance has been
passed, Mayor Carter and Mayor White would sign a Resolution
releasing the 10 ft. strip to Trophy Club.
-Dan BoutwelI, Town Planner, introduced Mr. Gary Reeves who
is the new Manager of the mid -cities office of Freese and
Nichols. Mr. Boutwell presented the Council with a monthly
report showing the status of each project his firm is working
on for Trophy Club. He is currently working on the Master
Plan Map for the Public Hearing on December 15th.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
-Jan Clinkenbeard, Commissioner, reported that the P & Z had
turned over Section 13 to Dan Boutwell for his review. They
have also asked Mr. Hill to review the sub -division
regulations. The Planning and Zoning Commission will probably
address those in January. Mrs. Clinkenbeard stated that the
Plan Review Committee has been meeting twice a month. She
reported that most of the plans they have reviewed have
actually been started.
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PRESENTATIONS BY CITIZENS
Done
PRESENTATIONS BY COUNCIL
--Council Member Dayton stated that she had met with Mark
Cayce of Texas Power and Light, and Marshal Nolte on
Timberline Court to discuss a low power line. Council Member
Dayton stated that the power line was dangerously low. She
decided the pole should be placed to elevate the line for
safety purposes.
--Mayor Pro Tem Venetoff stated that his committee discussed
with Ed Snider of Independent American if an alternate park
site could be located. One of the possible sites the
committee asked about was the parcel between Lakeview
Elementary and the Church. The developer informed them that
Mass Development owned the parcel. The committee will contact
a representative with Bass Development concerning the parcel.
Mr. Snider stated that the firm of Johnson, Johnson and Roy
are reviewing the preliminary Master Plan Map for Independent
American. Mr. Snider did say that his company is opposed to
dedicating the land which is being used as a park in Section
12.
-Mayor Pro Tem Venetoff asked how the Public Hearing would be
conducted. Mayor Carter stated that there would be a sign in
list for people who want to speak as well as a list for
volunteers for committees. The people will be given three
minutes to speak. Mayor Carter read a letter from Independent
American asking the Council for time to review the plan
before the Town makes a decision. The Council discussed the
request and decided that the developer has had sufficient
time to become involved with the process.
Council Member Martignago made a motion to consider adopting
the Comprehensive Master Plan at the December 15th Hearing,
Council Member Dayton seconded for the purpose of discussion.
The Council wanted to clarify the fact that after hearing the
input from the Public, if changes were to be made, the plan
could be adopted with changes. If other issues are brought up
that required more study, the plan could be tabled. The
Council agreed on the motion.
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-Mayor Carter presented a letter to the Council written by
Roger Brown of Independent American, to Donna Welsh. The
letter authorized the Town of Trophy Club to use the logo
Independent American uses for Trophy Club. They logo will be
used on the master plan.
-Mayor Carter reported that Planned Cable had sent a list of
items they did not like concerning the franchise agreement.
He asked the utilities committee to work with John Hill and
Planned Cable System representatives to try to work out an
agreement.
-Mayor Carter also asked the utilities committee to approach
Texas Power and Light concerning the power poles in Section
13. At the November 4th meeting with the utility, the power
company promised to provide material to the Town that would
aid in planning for power sources to new areas.
PRESENTATION: MR. Q'BRYANT OF LAKESIDE SANITATION TO ADDRESS
THE COUNCIL CONCERNING A PRICE INCREASE FOR HOUSEHOLD WASTE
COLLECTION.
Mr. O'Bryant reported to the Council that cost for trash
collection has gone up considerably in the past year. Hee
stated that liability insurance, wor4nmens compensation,
landfill disposal cost, etc., have caused him to operate at a
loss for the past twelve months in Trophy Club. At present,
each residence is paying $4.00 per month for trash pick-up.
Mr. O'Bryant asked the Council for $7.00 per household.
After much discussion, Mr. O'Bryant stated that he could
accept $6.00 per household and still pick-up twice a week.
Mr. Hill pointed out that when the Town assumes the
responsibility for trash pick-up, they will be required to go
out for bids. The C.I.A ourrently has a long term contract
with Lakeside Sanitation. Mr. Hill will review the contract
and report back to the Council. This agenda item will be
addressed at the December 30th meeting.
Mr. O'Bryant stated to the Council that he really would like
to work with the Council and asked if $5.00 would be more
acceptable. The Council thanked Mr. O'Bryant for
understanding the Council's concern that this increase was
not budgeted and also that the contract question has to be
addressed. Mayor Carter thanked Mr. O'Bryant for his
flexibility in this matter.
Mayor Pro Tem Venetmff made a motion to table the item until
December 30th, Council Member Dayton seconded, motion carried
unanimously.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Council recessed into Executive Session in accordance
with Article 6252-17 V.A.T.C.B. to discuss the following
1. Council to consider matters of personnel.
2. Council to consider contemplated litigation.
OPEN SESSION
No action was taken in Executive Session.
Council Member Dayton made a motion to adjourn, Mayor Pro Tem
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