Council Meeting November 13, 2018 Pre-Council Meeting 1. Review - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Council Meeting

November 13, 2018

• 1. Review and discussion of Agenda and Action Items
• 2. Presentation by Anne Culver, Executive VP at Scenic Texas

Pre-Council Meeting

Who Developed this Program?

How Does the Program Work?

• Any Texas city may apply to the program for an
• bjective review of the city’s existing municipal
• rdinances as compared to the Scenic City model.
• The evaluation compares these standards to the Scenic

City model devised by the Scenic City Program Partner

• rganizations.
• Assessment is points-based, with every applicant

receiving a detailed, score evaluation.

• The Scenic City Certification Program incorporates a detailed

a set of model standards for the development of public roadways and public spaces.

Evaluation Standards

• Landscaping, landscape protection, screening
• Lighting standards and design integrity
• Sign regulation
• Parks, trails and open spaces
• Utility and cable line programs
• Unique features
• Litter and graffiti prohibition

How Does the Program Work?

• Official certification can be earned by cities that score in

the upper range of available points and demonstrate existence of threshold standards for landscaping or tree-planting and thoughtful sign regulation.

• Primary value: the assessment and scoresheet
• Every city that applies receives a 360° assessment in

the form of a detailed scoresheet.

What are the levels of certification?

90+% of possible points 80-89% of possible points 70-79% of possible points 50-59% of possible points 60-69% of possible points

Benefits of Participation

• Supports economic development efforts
• Provides expert third-party evaluation of existing

standards

• Serves as a platform to educate citizens on the

impact of local regulations

• Forms a basis for continual review and analysis of

development plans

2019 Application Deadline March 31 Apply at www.sceniccitycertification.org

In Invocation Ple ledge of All llegiance Approval of the Agenda Approval of Consent Agenda

Staff Reports

For th the month of f October 2018

Police Department

Kevin Reaves, Chief

100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Number of Violations per Month

2017 Violations 2018 Violations

1927 1728 1661 1811 1541 2340 1983 2159 2553 2087 2103 2000 1472 1510 1670 1777 1654 1544 1950 2052 2437 2249 2630 2226 2234 2165

1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000

Oct 17 Nov 17 Dec 17 Jan 18 Feb 18 March 18 April 18 May 18 June 18 July 18 Aug 18 Sep 18 Oct 18

Total Calls for Service

Westworth Lakeside

393 81 34

OCTOBER Year to Date 2017

Misdemeanors Felonies Dwi

Charges Resulting From Arrests Summary

338 61 43 Misdemeanors Felonies Dwi

OCTOBER Year to Date 2018

Building In Inspection & Code Compliance

Nader Jeri, Building Official

65

50 100 150 200 250 300 350

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Code Enforcement

2018 2017 Column1

TOTAL: 840

147

20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Inspections

2018 2017

TOTAL: 1366

Project Updates

New Residential Projects 48

Residential Projects

Reeder Office Building October

(97%)

Dairy Queen Retail/Restaurant (Lot 5) February

(3%)

March

(3%)

Commercial Projects

Library

Courtney Jackson, Librarian

220 249 260

200 210 220 230 240 250 260 270 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

Active Library Cards

100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800

Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

168 297

Patron Visitations

Children Adults Total

242 212 446

100 200 300 400 500 600 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

Total Circulations

20 40 60 80 100 120

Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

32 51 48 99

Consortium Loans

Loans Received Loans Provided

6 59 27

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

Computer Users

Public Works

Joey Alvarez, Public Works

127 193 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200

Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18 Apr-18 May-18 Jun-18 Jul-18 Aug-18 Sep-18 Oct-18

Work/Service Orders

Column1

Hawks Creek Golf Course

Mike Meka, Golf Pro

Description 2018 $ per Rd Green Fees & Membership Dues $73,450 $31.36 Cart Fees $2,052 $ .88 Range $5,524 $2.36 Pro-Shop Merchandise $13,092 $5.60 Club Rental / Handicaps / Lessons $ 384 $ .16 Food $4,899 $2.09 Beer $6,856 $2.93 Beverages $1,985 $ .85 Liquor $1,758 $ .75

Rounds Played Revenue Days Closed Preferred Players October 2018 2342 $113,240 7 full / 0 half 34

3464 3286 3323 2739 2342 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Fiscal YTD Rounds

Fiscal YTD Rounds

147,857 157,561 195,153 142,270 113,241 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Fiscal YTD Revenue

Fiscal YTD Revenue

Community Development

David Curwen, Director

Community Development

Alleyway Project

• Alleyways are 95% complete
• Anticipated completion by the end of November.

Westworth Plaza Development:

• Lot 3 – Remains open
• Lot 5 – Under construction
• Lot 6 – Under construction

Westworth Falls and Three Oaks Subdivision

• Lots are being sold

City Administrator

Sterling Naron, City Administrator

Timeline

Construction Survey (Oct) Submit Plans to TxDOT (Nov-Dec) Finalize Design to TxDOT (Feb-Mar) Advertise And Open Bids (Mar-April) Begin Construction (May)

Alignment 2 – Shift Median

Alignment 1 – Drop SB Lane

City Administrator

Sterling Naron, City Administrator

Advisory ry Board & Committee Updates

• A. Finance – Kelly Jones, Chair
• B. Vision – John Davies, Chair

We will maintain the financial integrity of the City…

The City’s revenue base is diversified:

GENERAL FUND % of 2018 Revenue Sales Tax 34% Ad Valorem Taxes

• Residential
• Commercial

53% 47% 23% Franchise Fees 13% Fines and Fees 12% Permits 15% Other 3% Total 100%

We will maintain the financial integrity of the City…

The City’s Ad Valorem tax rate is low compared to its neighbors:

Tax Rate / $100 Val (2018) Sansom Park .787304 Fort Worth .785000 White Settlement .762186 River Oaks .749400 Arlington .634800 Westworth Village .485000 Westover Hills .387200

We will maintain the financial integrity of the City…

The City’s Homestead Exemption is also generous:

2018 Homestead Exemption >65 Arlington 20%; Min $5,000 $60,000 Westworth Village 20%; Min $5,000 $50,000 Fort Worth 20%; Min $5,000 $40,000 White Settlement 20%; Min $5,000 $37,000 Sansom Park 1%; Min $5,000 $20,000 River Oaks $0 $15,000 Westover Hills $0 $0

Advisory ry Board & Committee Updates

• C. Library – Tiffany Aller, Chair
• D. Ordinance – Sharon Schmitz, Chair

Public In Information

Brandy Barrett ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• NASJRB has provided Notice of Aircraft

Noise Event to take place around 4:00am on November 14th

• City Offices closed in observance of

Thanksgiving on November 22nd and 23rd

• Alliance for Children, Christmas Connection

donations are due by November 26th

• Santa Claus is coming to town on December

15th; parade begins at 9:00am followed by free pictures with Santa, cookies and punch in the Community Room ends at noon.

City Hall

Public In Information

Brandy Barrett MEETINGS:

• Planning and Zoning Meeting November 29th at 5:30pm
• Regular Council Meeting, December 11th

Citizen Comments

• Comments must be made at the Podium and you must state your

name and address for the record.

This is an opportunity for citizens to address the Council on any matter, whether it is or is not posted on the agenda. The Council is not permitted to discuss or take action on any presentations not on the agenda. Citizens may speak up to three (3) minutes or the time limit determined by the Mayor or presiding officer. Topics of presentations should be limited to matters over which the Council has authority.

Action It Items

Mayor Cole leman

Action It Item A: :

Ordin inance 440 – Utili ility Billin illing Fees and Process

Invoices are mailed the last week of the month and are due by the 15th.

• Delinquent Accounts
• Delinquent Fees are assessed on the morning of 16th
• Shut-off notices are emailed/door posted
• Terminations
• Service Fees are assessed on the morning of the 21st (Fee name change & removed increasing fine)
• Shut-Off Service Orders are issued to the Public Works Staff
• Restoration (Account must be paid in full)
• During normal business hours: A work order will be issued and processed prior to end of day.
• Holidays and weekends Request: (After hours fee removed and service times changed)
• Received prior 10:00am, staff will confirm online payment and restore services do the daily sample collection.
• Received after the daily sample collection process is complete, the water will be restored the following day.
• Un-restored accounts:
• If the service is not restored within 2 days the account will be closed.
• The deposit will be applied to the outstanding balance and a final invoice will be mailed.
• The City Administrator will initiate an investigation into the health and sanitation at the address.

Action It Item B:

Ordin inance 441-Construction Sit ite Standards

Authorizes the Building Official to suspend or revoke a permit and penalty for failing to comply with the Construction Site Standards:

• Protection of Adjoining Property
• Storage and Placement of Tool, Equipment, Materials and Sanitary Facilities
• Temporary Use of Streets, Alleys and Public Property
• Traffic Laws

Added “Suspension or Revocation of Issued Permits” to the existing Ordinance for: 1. Failing to build as approved 2. Violation of Construction Site Standards 3. The issuance of 3 Stop Work Orders Added Fee for renewal of revoked permits – 50% of original permit fee.

Action It Item C:

PNC Le Lease-Purchase Agreement

• Lease-Purchase agreement for Hawks Creek Golf Course Utility Carts.
• Term: 48 month Lease with a Buyout Option
• Amount: $55,398.09

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