The City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas, met in a Pre-Council Work Session on December 16, 1999 at 8:30 A.M. in the Basement Conference Room of City Hall. Mayor Grady Barr was present and presiding with Councilmen Paul R. Vasquez and A. Don Drennan, Councilwoman Carol Martinez, Councilmen Rob Beckham and Versie L. Brown, Jr., and Councilwoman Kay Alexander. Also present were City Manager Roy L. McDaniel, Assistant City Manager Mike Morrison, City Attorney Sharon Hicks, City Secretary Jo Moore, and various members of the City staff.

City Manager Roy McDaniel introduced Michelle Martinez, Community Development Administrator, who briefed the Council on the Consolidated Plan 2000, which is required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and addresses community development needs. Mr. McDaniel announced regretfully that Mrs. Martinez will be leaving the City and moving to Lubbock in April 2000. The Council briefly discussed various consent and regular agenda items. Councilwoman Alexander noted that she would abstain on Item 3.1, Oral Resolution approving a joint use agreement with the West Central Texas Council of Governments for the purpose of conducting law enforcement and related training programs, due to her membership on the Council of Governments board. Mr. McDaniel reminded the Council that a full council will be needed for the public hearing January 27, 2000 on Item 3.6, Z-06199 - Rezone from SC, LC & AO (Shopping Center, Limited Commercial & Agricultural Open Space) to PDD (Planned Development) district located in the 5300 block of Buffalo Gap Road, in order to comply with the super majority vote requirement. Councilwoman Martinez stated the Valley View 3^rd grade Alps class would be present during the regular Council meeting for the presentation of a proclamation for One Day in Peace. It was noted that this will be the last Council meeting of the Millennium. There being no further discussion, the meeting was recessed until 9:00 a.m. for the regular Council Meeting.

Mayor Barr reconvened the City Council of the City of Abilene, Texas, into Regular Session December 16, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall.

Councilman Versie L. Brown, Jr. gave the invocation.

Brett Thompson, 5^th grader at Bassetti Elementary led the pledge of Allegiance. Brett was accompanied by his parents, John and Kim Thompson.

Mayor Barr presented the Texas Animal Control Association (TACA) Media Award to KTXS-TV Station Manager Jackie Rutledge and Anchorwoman Karen Wilkison in recognition of programs KTXS promotes, such as Rescue the Animals and A Lost Pet.

Malcolm Bramlett, Abilene Clean & Proud Board President, assisted Mayor Barr in presenting the Annual Downtown Christmas Window Decorating Awards as follows: Best of Show: Under One Roof; Abilene Areawide Phone Book; Condley & Co., LLP; and United Way of Abilene.

Malcolm Bramlett, Abilene Clean & Proud Board President, presented the 1999 Keep America Beautiful National Award to Mayor Barr on behalf of the City of Abilene. Mr. Bramlett stated the first place award is in recognition of Abilene setting the example for the Nation and the second place award is in recognition of Abilene's leaders and community involvement.

Mayor Barr presented a proclamation for January 1, 2000 as One Day in Peace. Jeannie Wray and her third grade ALPS students presented the Council with information on the proclaimed One Day in Peace.

Due to December Council meetings being held one week apart on December 9 and 16, minutes from the December 9 meeting will be prepared and submitted for Council consideration with the December 16 minutes at the regularly scheduled meeting on January 13, 2000.

Councilman Vasquez moved to approve consent agenda items 3.1 through 3.5, and approval of first reading of Item 3.6, as recommended by the staff. Councilwoman Martinez seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander (abstaining on 3.1 only) and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

ABSTAIN: Councilwoman Alexander on Item 3.1 only, due to her membership on the West Central Texas Council of Governments board.

Councilman Drennan noted that item 3.5, "Award of Bid for Construction of the Rose Park Senior Citizens Facility" is a result of, and will be funded by, bonds approved in the 1998 bond election.

1. Oral Resolution approving a joint use agreement with the West Central Texas Council of Governments (WCTCOG), allowing the WCTCOG to lease the Fire Department training facility for the purpose of conducting law enforcement and related training programs, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement to be effective January 1, 2000.
2. Oral Resolution adopting the 1999 annexation plan for Abilene.
3. Oral Resolution approving a contract with the National Development Council for professional and development services for FY 2000.

Bid Awards

4. Reconstruction of S. 7^th from S. Danville to Buccaneer, Bid #CB-0019. The bid was awarded to Contract Paving Company of Tye, Texas for unit prices bid with an estimated construction cost of $648,331.00, as recommended by staff.
5. Rose Park Senior Citizens facility construction, Bid#CB-0016. The bid was awarded to Epic Construction Co. in the amount of $2,735,950.00 as recommended by staff.

4.1 Councilwoman Carol Martinez briefed the Council on the "I Am Your Child Initiative", and recognized the committee members. Councilwoman Martinez then introduced Dr. Marianna Rasco, ACU professor, who presented the "I Am Your Child Initiative" action plan.

No Council action was required.

4.2 Mike Hall, Director of Community Services, briefed the Council on an Ordinance establishing standards of care for City of Abilene Recreation programs. Staff and the Parks & Recreation Board recommend approval.

Mayor Barr opened a public hearing on the item, and there being no one present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.

Councilwoman Martinez moved to approve the Ordinance establishing standards of care for City of Abilene Recreation programs as recommended by staff. Councilwoman Alexander seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Ordinance is numbered 62-1999 and is captioned as follows:

4.3 Jeff Armstrong, Assistant Director of Community Development, briefed the Council on an Ordinance Z-06299 - Rezone from RS-6 (Residential Single Family) to GC (General Commercial) district located at 1418 Portland. The Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommends approval.

Mayor Barr opened a public hearing on the item, and the following individual spoke in favor of the request:

• Matt Worrell, 1410 Portland, owner, stated he proposes to expand his childcare facility onto the subject property. Mr. Worrell also noted the need for childcare facilities that are open nights and weekends.

There being no one else present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.

Councilwoman Alexander moved to approve the Ordinance to rezone from Residential Single Family to General Commercial district located at 1418 Portland, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff. Councilman Vasquez seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Ordinance is numbered 63-1999 and is captioned as follows:

1. Jeff Armstrong, Assistant Director of Community Development, briefed the Council on and Ordinance considered on second and final reading - Z-06499 - Rezone from RM-2 (Residential Multi-Family) to GC (General Commercial) district located at S. Danville Drive & Curry Lane. The Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.

Mayor Barr opened a public hearing on the item, and there being no one present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.

Councilman Vasquez moved to approve the Ordinance to rezone from Residential Multi-Family to General Commercial district located at S. Danville Drive & Curry Lane, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff. Councilman Brown seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Ordinance is numbered 64-1999 and is captioned as follows:

4.5 Jeff Armstrong, Assistant Director of Community Development, briefed the Council on an Ordinance considered on second and final reading amending Zoning Ordinance Section 23-306.4, Permitted Uses, to allow churches in PI (Park Industrial) zoning district. The Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval. Mr. Armstrong stated that although staff is recommending approval of this request, PI districts have not developed significantly in Abilene and staff will recommend the PI districts be eliminated in favor of Planned Development Districts in the new zoning ordinance rewrite.

Mayor Barr opened a public hearing on the item, and the following individual spoke in response to the request:

• Mr. Cleaver, from the 7^th day Adventist church and church school board chair, stated his congregation currently wants to put a church in a PI zoning district.

There being no one else present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.

Councilwoman Martinez moved to approve the Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance Section 23-306.4, Permitted Uses, to allow churches in PI (Park Industrial) zoning district, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff. Councilman Drennan seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander, and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Ordinance is numbered 65-1999 and is captioned as follows:

4.6 Melvin Martin, Police Chief, briefed the Council on an Ordinance considered on second and final reading revising Ordinance #31-1999, Burglar Alarms, effective January 1, 2000. Staff recommends approval.

Mayor Barr opened a public hearing on the item, and there being no one present and desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.

Councilman Vasquez moved to approve the Ordinance revising Ordinance #31-1999, Burglar Alarms, as recommended by staff. Councilman Drennan seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander, and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Ordinance is numbered 66-1999 and is captioned as follows:

Mayor Barr recessed the Council into executive session pursuant to Sections 551.071, 551.074, and 551.072 of the Open Meetings Act, to seek the advice of the City Attorney with respect to pending and contemplated litigation, to consider the appointment and evaluation of public officers, and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property.

The Council reconvened from executive session and reported no action taken.

5.1 Councilman Vasquez moved to approve the Mayor's appointments and reappointments to various boards as listed below. Councilwoman Martinez seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander, and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

Abilene Clean and Proud, Inc., 3 yr. terms

Ms. Correne Benton

Ms. Sydnye Moore

Ms. Tara Castille

Mr. Don Pitts

Mr. David Boyll

Ms. Ellen Richards

Mr. Andrew C. Urban, R. Ph.

Mr. Darrell Flippo

Rev. Paul R. Vasquez

Airport Development Board, 3 yr. terms

Mr. Paul J. Brower

Mr. Robert W. Pollan

Mr. Tom Niblo

Mr. Eddie Boykin

Ms. Fannie Baker, alternate

Mr. Wayne Bradshaw, term expires 11/2000

Mr. David Hejl, alternate

Mr. Bruce Bixby, Homebuilder (regular)

Mr. Don Faulkner, Homebuilder (alternate)

Mr. Terry Crozier, Engineer (alternate)

Mr. Tim Crowe, General Contractor (alternate)

Mr. Tommie Harendt, General Contractor (regular)

Ms. Betty Blazier Bradley, Social Worker (alternate)

Mr. Joe Bellar, Social Worker (regular)

Mr. Thomas Wheeler

Development Corporation of Abilene, 3 yr. terms

Mr. Carlos Rodriguez

Housing Authority, 2 yr. terms

Mr. Earl Williams

Ms. Patsy A. Cline

Ms. Chong Flint

Cynthia Hayes, term expires 5/2000

Velda Miller, term expires 5/2001

Dee Moore, term expires 5/2000

Landmarks Commission, 3 yr. terms

Ms. Joy Jordan, Board of Realtors

Ms. Pebbles Lee, At-Large

Rick Weatherl, Construction Industry

Library Board, 2 yr. terms

Mr. Joe Specht

Ms. Adelina Zamarippa

Ms. Laura Dyer

Ms. Elizabeth Sisneros

Mr. Stan Chapman

Mixed Use Review Board, 2 yr. terms

Mr. Larry Chapman

Mr. Larry Vaughn

Planning & Zoning Commission, 3 yr. terms

Mr. Floyd Miller

Mrs. Neomia Banks

Reinvestment Zone #1, 2 yr. terms

Mr. Chuck Statler, Co. Rep.

Mr. James Elam

Mr. Kris Southward

Mr. Ruppert Rangel

Mrs. Rhonda Bolt

Mr. Steve Keller

Mr. Mike Young, term expires 11/2000

Mr. John Stearns, AISD Rep., term expires 11/2000

Mr. Mike Warren

Sister Cities Committee, 3 yr. terms

Lt. Col. Thomas Tomaras

Mr. Steve Teaff

Ms. Judy Wilhelm

Youth Advisory Council, 1 yr. terms

Ms. Janelle Ramirez, Abilene Christian H.S.

Ms. Andrea Baldwin, Cooper H.S.

Ms. Joanne Dispo, Cooper H.S.

Ms. Amanda Graham, Wylie H.S.

Ms. Ann Marie Graham, Wylie H.S.

Ms. Katherine Holden, Wylie H.S.

Mr. Harvey Mireles, Abilene H.S.

Mr. Xavier Mireles, Abilene H.S.

Ms. Alesha Mitchell, Cooper H.S.

Ms. Lauren Stephens, Abilene H.S.

Mr. Jeffrey Stephens, Abilene H.S.

Mr. Matt Acre, Clack Middle School

Ms. Christina Brokaw, Mann Middle School

Mr. Jaan Caamano, Jefferson Middle School

Mr. Beau Cox, Abilene H.S.

Mr. Josh Fry, Mann Middle School

Ms. Jenna Hall, Madison Middle School

Mr. Robbie Hedrick, Wylie Jr. High

Mr. Lance Johnson, Madison Middle School

Ms. Lorrie Massie, Clack Middle School

Ms. Whitney McNab, Jefferson Middle School

Mr. Lance Miller, Wylie Jr. High

Mr. Blake Norvell, Abilene Christian H.S.

5.4 City Manager Roy McDaniel briefed the Council on a Resolution electing the City representatives for the 1999-2000 Board of Directors of the Central Appraisal District of Taylor County. Mr. McDaniel stated staff recommends Council cast 714 votes for Harold Nixon and 303 votes for Betty Ray.

Councilman Drennan moved to approve the Resolution casting votes to elect 1999-2000 Board of Directors of the Central Appraisal District as recommended by staff. Councilwoman Alexander seconded the motion and the motion carried.

AYES: Councilmen Vasquez and Drennan, Councilwoman Martinez, Councilmen Beckham and Brown, Councilwoman Alexander, and Mayor Barr.

NAYS: None.

The Resolution is numbered 43-1999 and is captioned as follows:

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m.

Jo Moore, City Secretary

Grady Barr, Mayor