A. CALL JOINT WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL AND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO ORDER B. WORK SESSION The pre-meeting work session is designed as an opportunity for the Town Council to discuss pending items. No action will be taken during the work session portion of the meeting. 1. Discuss items related to a zoning change request (MDP-19-002) from A (Agricultural) and CR (Community Retail) to RCS-T (Regional Center South - Transition) for Project Alpha, being an approximately 30.048-acre tract of land located in the Patrick Rock Survey, Abstract No. 1063, being a portion of Lot, Block A, James P. Heath Addition, and being located on the north side of FM 407 approximately 1,900 feet east of the I- 35W and FM 407 intersection, located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. Note: The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the item at their November 5, 2019 meeting and will make a recommendation for Council consideration after a public hearing scheduled for November 19, 2019. 2. Discussion and action regarding any work session items. 3. Recess joint work session.
C. CALL REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL TO ORDER D. INVOCATION E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE American Flag Texas Flag: “Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible”
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Town Council and Staff Presentations / Reports a. MADD Award Presentation b. Scenic City Certification Award Presentation c. Development Project Updates d. Presentation of 4th Quarter Financials
PUBLIC COMMENT: This is an opportunity for the public to address the Town Council on any matter, except public hearings that are included on the agenda. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Each speaker is limited to five (5) minutes, unless the speaker requires the assistance of a translator, in which case the speaker is limited to ten (10) minutes, in accordance with applicable law. Each speaker shall approach the podium and state his/her name and address before speaking. Speakers shall address the governing body with civility that is conducive to appropriate public discussion. Speakers can address only the governing body and not individual city officials or employees. The public cannot speak from the gallery but only from the podium. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Town Council is prohibited from deliberating or taking action on any matter not listed on the agenda. The Council may only: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a recitation of existing policy regarding the item; or (3) propose the item be placed on a future agenda, in accordance with Council adopted procedures.
CONSENT AGENDA: Any Council Member may request an item on the Consent Agenda to be taken up for individual consideration. 1. Consider approval of the Town Council Meeting Minutes as recorded: a. September 24, 2019 Regular Council Meeting b. September 30, 2019 Special Council Meeting c. October 7, 2019 Special Council Meeting d. October 14, 2019 Special Council Meeting 2. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-21 designating the official newspaper of the Town of Argyle. 3. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-22 establishing the regular council meetings for the 2020 calendar year. 4. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-23 adopting the FY20 Pay Plan Schedule. 5. Consider approval of a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement for Quiet Zone Services with Union Pacific Railroad Company.
OLD BUSINESS 1. Consider and take action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-008) for the 407 Gun Club and 407 BBQ, regarding special exceptions to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 – Ground and Monument Signs; being located at 831 FM 407 W, Town of Argyle Extra Territorial Jurisdiction, Denton County, Texas. Continued from September 24, 2019 Town Council Meeting
NEW BUSINESS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-24 appointing members to the Argyle Planning & Zoning Commission. 2. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-25 appointing members to the Argyle Economic Development Corporation. 3. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-007) for Castle Development Argyle, a proposed 7,500 sq. ft. medical office building, being located on the southeast corner of FM 407 and Blue Horizon way, Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 4. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-010) for Chris Robinson Real Estate and Lone Star Chemical, regarding a special exception to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 - Ground and Monument Signs, located at 130 Old Town Blvd., and being located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 5. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-009) for Pilot Knob Estates, regarding a residential subdivision entryway sign, located at the southeast corner of C. Taylor Road and Crawford Road, and being in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 6. Consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between Denton County, Texas and the Town of Argyle for provision of all necessary engineering, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation, and construction of Crawford Road. 7. Consider and take appropriate action on a resolution awarding a contract for professional engineering and surveying services related to the design of improvements to Crawford Road from US 377 to IH-35W to Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. 8. Consider and take appropriate action on vacancy of Town Council seat, Place 1.
Executive Session (Part 1 of 2)
PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, ANNOTATED, CHAPTER 551, SUBCHAPTER D, the Town Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: 1. §551.071(1),(2): Consultation with attorney regarding pending or anticipated litigation, or a settlement offer; or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter: a. Roles and duties of Mayor and Town Council. b. Rules for Town Council members seeking information in their official capacity. c. Implementation of the attorney-client privilege and waiver of the privilege. d. Ronald Schmidt v. Town of Argyle, et.al., case no. 4:19-cv-00-688. e. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. f. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. g. Skyline Addition Drainage. h. Process to fill vacant Town Council seat. 2. §551.074: Personnel matters (to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee) a. Town Manager Evaluation b. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. c. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. d. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Interviews and appointments e. Economic Development Corporation Board Member Interviews and appointments
NEW BUSINESS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-24 appointing members to the Argyle Planning & Zoning Commission. 2. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-25 appointing members to the Argyle Economic Development Corporation. 3. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-007) for Castle Development Argyle, a proposed 7,500 sq. ft. medical office building, being located on the southeast corner of FM 407 and Blue Horizon way, Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 4. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-010) for Chris Robinson Real Estate and Lone Star Chemical, regarding a special exception to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 - Ground and Monument Signs, located at 130 Old Town Blvd., and being located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 5. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-009) for Pilot Knob Estates, regarding a residential subdivision entryway sign, located at the southeast corner of C. Taylor Road and Crawford Road, and being in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 6. Consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between Denton County, Texas and the Town of Argyle for provision of all necessary engineering, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation, and construction of Crawford Road. 7. Consider and take appropriate action on a resolution awarding a contract for professional engineering and surveying services related to the design of improvements to Crawford Road from US 377 to IH-35W to Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. 8. Consider and take appropriate action on vacancy of Town Council seat, Place 1.
Executive Session (Part 2 of 2) & Item N
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, ANNOTATED, CHAPTER 551, SUBCHAPTER D, the Town Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: 1. §551.071(1),(2): Consultation with attorney regarding pending or anticipated litigation, or a settlement offer; or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter: a. Roles and duties of Mayor and Town Council. b. Rules for Town Council members seeking information in their official capacity. c. Implementation of the attorney-client privilege and waiver of the privilege. d. Ronald Schmidt v. Town of Argyle, et.al., case no. 4:19-cv-00-688. e. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. f. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. g. Skyline Addition Drainage. h. Process to fill vacant Town Council seat. 2. §551.074: Personnel matters (to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee) a. Town Manager Evaluation b. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. c. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. d. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Interviews and appointments e. Economic Development Corporation Board Member Interviews and appointments N. ADJOURN.
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION: In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551, the Town Council will reconvene into Regular Session and consider action, if any, on matters discussed in Executive Session.
M. RECEIVE REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS/STAFF FOR ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON NEXT MEETING AGENDA (discussion under this item must be limited to whether or not the Council wishes to include a potential agenda item on a future agenda). N. ADJOURN.
Oct 22, 2019 Joint Work Session of the Argyle Town Council and Planning and Zoning Commission and Regular Meeting of the Argyle Town Council
A. CALL JOINT WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL AND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO ORDER B. WORK SESSION The pre-meeting work session is designed as an opportunity for the Town Council to discuss pending items. No action will be taken during the work session portion of the meeting. 1. Discuss items related to a zoning change request (MDP-19-002) from A (Agricultural) and CR (Community Retail) to RCS-T (Regional Center South - Transition) for Project Alpha, being an approximately 30.048-acre tract of land located in the Patrick Rock Survey, Abstract No. 1063, being a portion of Lot, Block A, James P. Heath Addition, and being located on the north side of FM 407 approximately 1,900 feet east of the I- 35W and FM 407 intersection, located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. Note: The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the item at their November 5, 2019 meeting and will make a recommendation for Council consideration after a public hearing scheduled for November 19, 2019. 2. Discussion and action regarding any work session items. 3. Recess joint work session.
C. CALL REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL TO ORDER D. INVOCATION E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE American Flag Texas Flag: “Honor the Texas Flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible”
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Town Council and Staff Presentations / Reports a. MADD Award Presentation b. Scenic City Certification Award Presentation c. Development Project Updates d. Presentation of 4th Quarter Financials
PUBLIC COMMENT: This is an opportunity for the public to address the Town Council on any matter, except public hearings that are included on the agenda. Comments related to public hearings will be heard when the specific hearing begins. Each speaker is limited to five (5) minutes, unless the speaker requires the assistance of a translator, in which case the speaker is limited to ten (10) minutes, in accordance with applicable law. Each speaker shall approach the podium and state his/her name and address before speaking. Speakers shall address the governing body with civility that is conducive to appropriate public discussion. Speakers can address only the governing body and not individual city officials or employees. The public cannot speak from the gallery but only from the podium. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Town Council is prohibited from deliberating or taking action on any matter not listed on the agenda. The Council may only: (1) make a statement of fact regarding the item; (2) make a recitation of existing policy regarding the item; or (3) propose the item be placed on a future agenda, in accordance with Council adopted procedures.
CONSENT AGENDA: Any Council Member may request an item on the Consent Agenda to be taken up for individual consideration. 1. Consider approval of the Town Council Meeting Minutes as recorded: a. September 24, 2019 Regular Council Meeting b. September 30, 2019 Special Council Meeting c. October 7, 2019 Special Council Meeting d. October 14, 2019 Special Council Meeting 2. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-21 designating the official newspaper of the Town of Argyle. 3. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-22 establishing the regular council meetings for the 2020 calendar year. 4. Consider approval of Resolution 2019-23 adopting the FY20 Pay Plan Schedule. 5. Consider approval of a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement for Quiet Zone Services with Union Pacific Railroad Company.
OLD BUSINESS 1. Consider and take action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-008) for the 407 Gun Club and 407 BBQ, regarding special exceptions to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 – Ground and Monument Signs; being located at 831 FM 407 W, Town of Argyle Extra Territorial Jurisdiction, Denton County, Texas. Continued from September 24, 2019 Town Council Meeting
NEW BUSINESS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-24 appointing members to the Argyle Planning & Zoning Commission. 2. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-25 appointing members to the Argyle Economic Development Corporation. 3. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-007) for Castle Development Argyle, a proposed 7,500 sq. ft. medical office building, being located on the southeast corner of FM 407 and Blue Horizon way, Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 4. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-010) for Chris Robinson Real Estate and Lone Star Chemical, regarding a special exception to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 - Ground and Monument Signs, located at 130 Old Town Blvd., and being located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 5. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-009) for Pilot Knob Estates, regarding a residential subdivision entryway sign, located at the southeast corner of C. Taylor Road and Crawford Road, and being in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 6. Consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between Denton County, Texas and the Town of Argyle for provision of all necessary engineering, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation, and construction of Crawford Road. 7. Consider and take appropriate action on a resolution awarding a contract for professional engineering and surveying services related to the design of improvements to Crawford Road from US 377 to IH-35W to Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. 8. Consider and take appropriate action on vacancy of Town Council seat, Place 1.
Executive Session (Part 1 of 2)
PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, ANNOTATED, CHAPTER 551, SUBCHAPTER D, the Town Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: 1. §551.071(1),(2): Consultation with attorney regarding pending or anticipated litigation, or a settlement offer; or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter: a. Roles and duties of Mayor and Town Council. b. Rules for Town Council members seeking information in their official capacity. c. Implementation of the attorney-client privilege and waiver of the privilege. d. Ronald Schmidt v. Town of Argyle, et.al., case no. 4:19-cv-00-688. e. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. f. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. g. Skyline Addition Drainage. h. Process to fill vacant Town Council seat. 2. §551.074: Personnel matters (to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee) a. Town Manager Evaluation b. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. c. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. d. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Interviews and appointments e. Economic Development Corporation Board Member Interviews and appointments
NEW BUSINESS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-24 appointing members to the Argyle Planning & Zoning Commission. 2. Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2019-25 appointing members to the Argyle Economic Development Corporation. 3. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-007) for Castle Development Argyle, a proposed 7,500 sq. ft. medical office building, being located on the southeast corner of FM 407 and Blue Horizon way, Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 4. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan Amendment (SP-19-010) for Chris Robinson Real Estate and Lone Star Chemical, regarding a special exception to the Town Development Standards, Section 14.4.11 - Ground and Monument Signs, located at 130 Old Town Blvd., and being located in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 5. Consider and take appropriate action on a Site Plan (SP-19-009) for Pilot Knob Estates, regarding a residential subdivision entryway sign, located at the southeast corner of C. Taylor Road and Crawford Road, and being in the Town of Argyle, Denton County, Texas. 6. Consider and take appropriate action on an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between Denton County, Texas and the Town of Argyle for provision of all necessary engineering, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation, and construction of Crawford Road. 7. Consider and take appropriate action on a resolution awarding a contract for professional engineering and surveying services related to the design of improvements to Crawford Road from US 377 to IH-35W to Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. 8. Consider and take appropriate action on vacancy of Town Council seat, Place 1.
Executive Session (Part 2 of 2) & Item N
K. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, ANNOTATED, CHAPTER 551, SUBCHAPTER D, the Town Council will recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: 1. §551.071(1),(2): Consultation with attorney regarding pending or anticipated litigation, or a settlement offer; or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter: a. Roles and duties of Mayor and Town Council. b. Rules for Town Council members seeking information in their official capacity. c. Implementation of the attorney-client privilege and waiver of the privilege. d. Ronald Schmidt v. Town of Argyle, et.al., case no. 4:19-cv-00-688. e. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. f. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. g. Skyline Addition Drainage. h. Process to fill vacant Town Council seat. 2. §551.074: Personnel matters (to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee) a. Town Manager Evaluation b. Mayor Donald Moser’s official complaint against Council Members Jon Donahue and Marla Hawkesworth. c. Council Member Marla Hawkesworth’s official complaint against Mayor Donald Moser and Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Hermann. d. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Interviews and appointments e. Economic Development Corporation Board Member Interviews and appointments N. ADJOURN.
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION: In accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551, the Town Council will reconvene into Regular Session and consider action, if any, on matters discussed in Executive Session.
M. RECEIVE REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS/STAFF FOR ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON NEXT MEETING AGENDA (discussion under this item must be limited to whether or not the Council wishes to include a potential agenda item on a future agenda). N. ADJOURN.