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NOTICE OF MEETING

 
REGULAR AND EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
City Council
6:00 PM – Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Weatherford City Hall, City Council Chambers
303 Palo Pinto Street, Weatherford, TX


Paul Paschall, Mayor
Heidi Wilder, Place 1, Mayor Pro Tem
Zack Smith, Place 2
Matt Ticzkus, Place 3
Kevin Cleveland, Place 4
James Hotopp, City Manager
Brad Burnett, Assistant City Manager
Lance Arnold, Assistant City Manager
Rob Allibon, TOASE, City Attorney
Andrea McDonald, City Secretary

   In accordance with Section 551.042 of the Texas Government Code, this agenda has been posted at the Weatherford City Hall, distributed to the appropriate news media, and posted on the City website at http://www.weatherfordtx.gov within the required time frame. As a courtesy, the entire Agenda Packet has also been posted on the City of Weatherford website at www.weatherfordtx.gov/agendas. All meetings of the Weatherford City Council, Municipal Utility Board, and other boards/commissions/committees of the City of Weatherford are open to the public. Public participation and written comments are invited on all open session business items.
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   The City Council, Municipal Utility Board, and other boards/commissions/committees of the City of Weatherford, as allowed, reserve the right to enter into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to seek legal advice from the City Attorney on any posted agenda item as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.071.
   Unless a Work Session Agenda, or otherwise indicated, action may be taken on any of the following agenda items.

 

 
1.
INVOCATION
 

 

 
2.
CALL TO ORDER & ANNOUNCEMENT OF A QUORUM
 

 

 
3.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE UNITED STATES & TEXAS FLAGS
 

 

 
4.
ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
 
Mayor and Council Reports on Items of Community Interest pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0415 the City Council may report on the following items: (1) expression of thanks, congratulations or condolences; (2) information about holiday schedules; (3) recognition of individuals; (4) reminders about upcoming City Council events; (5) information about community events; and (6) announcements involving imminent threat to public health and safety.

 

 
5.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
 
 
 
 
 
5.a.

Consider approval of the minutes of the City Council Regular and Executive Session held January 9, 2024.


(Andrea McDonald, City Secretary)

 

 
6.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
 

All of the Consent Agenda Items are considered to be routine and self-explanatory and will be enacted with one motion. There will be no separate consideration of these items unless the Council or Board removes the item from Consent.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.b.
Consider a request for a final plat for Murdock, being 1 lot out of a 0.944-acre tract generally located at 1216 Mineral Wells Hwy, said tract being situated in the W. K. Baylor Survey, Abstract No. 186, in the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. SBD2023-0055.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the final plat for Murdock, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and, specifically, the following conditions:

 

 

1.Provide 10' utility easement along all road frontage.

 

 


2. Remove the physical features of the land from the plat (Refer to WMC §11-5-2).

 

 


3. The right-of-way width of US 180 is required to be 120’. Right-of-way dedication is required (Refer to WMC §11-6-2(c)).

 

 


4. All horizontal bearings and distances shall have as their basis the State Plane Coordinate System. Sec 11-5-2(b) 

 

 


5. Sewer main exists running east west across property.  A 15' easement will be required centered on the easement.

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the final plat request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff.

 
 
 
 
6.c.
Consider acceptance of the FY24 1st Quarter Investment Report for quarter ended December 31, 2023.
(Dawn Brooks, Director of Finance)
Suggested Action: Staff recommends acceptance of the report.
 
 
 
 
6.d.
Consider adoption of Ordinance O2024-05 amending the FY24 Adopted Budget.
(Dawn Brooks, Director of Finance)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance O2024-05 adopting an amended budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024.

 
 
 
 
6.e.

Consider the reappointment of Rick Mutina to the Building and Standards Commission.


(Heidi Wilder, Mayor Pro Tem / Matt Ticzkus, Council Member Place 3)

 

 
7.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.c.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2024-04 concerning a request for a zoning map amendment from AG Agricultural to C2 Interstate Commercial with a Conditional Use Permit regarding a fueling station use and auto accessories/ auto parts store use on a 23.129-acre tract generally located at the northwest corner of Interstate 20 Frontage Road and Center Point Road, said tract being situated in part in the W. Cosley Survey, Abstract No. 244, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. ZCH2023-0018 and CUP2023-0021.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the zoning map amendment and conditional use permit request, subject to the following condition:

 

1. Hours of Operation for the Fueling Station will be Sunday- Saturday 4:00am to 11:00pm.

 

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously (6-0) to recommend approval of the zoning map amendment, and conditional use permit request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff.

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
7.d.
Consider a request for preliminary plat approval for Costco Weatherford Addition, being 2 lots out of a 23.129-acre tract generally located at the northwest corner of Interstate 20 Frontage Road and Center Point Road, said tract being situated in the W. Cosley Survey, Abstract No. 244, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. SBD2023-0054.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat for Costco Weatherford Addition, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and, specifically, the following conditions:

 

 

1. Show the pavement width of the collector roadway on the north side of the property (Refer to WMC §11-4-4(b)).

 

 

 

2. The 15’ sewer easement is not shown in its entirety labeled on the proposed conditions sheet (Refer to WMC §11-4-4(e)). It appears it should parallel the west property line, but is open ended at the southwest property corner.

 

 

 

3. Provide a statement of improvements that will be installed by the subdivider/developer and a timeline when such improvements will be completed (Refer to WMC §11-4-6(d)).

 

4. Provide a name for the north collector street. (Refer to WMC §11-4-4(b)). 

 

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the preliminary plat for Costco Weatherford Addition subject to conditions.

 

 

 
 
 
 
7.e.
Consider a request for final plat approval for Costco Weatherford Addition, being 2 lots out of a 23.129-acre tract generally located at the northwest corner of Interstate 20 Frontage Road and Center Point Road, said tract being situated in the W. Cosley Survey, Abstract No. 244, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. SBD2023-0053.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the final plat for Costco Weatherford Addition, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and, specifically, the following conditions:

 

 

 

1. The legal description is not consistent with the bearings and distances shown on the plat (Refer to WMC §11-5-2(k)). Specifically, the segment before L2 shows a different bearing.

 

 

 

2. Show all right-of-way centerlines, including the dedicated right-of-way on the north end of the property (Refer to WMC §11-5-2(m)).

 

 

 

3. Public improvements are required to be accepted before the final plat is recorded (Refer to WMC §11-5-9(c)(1)). A subdivision improvement agreement and surety are required to record the plat prior to acceptance of public improvements (Refer to WMC §11-5-9(c)(2)).

 

4. Provide a name for the north collector street. (Refer to WMC §11-4-4(b)). 

 

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the final plat request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff.

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.h.
Consider approval of Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement between The City of Weatherford and Costco.
(Ashley Seitz, Assistant Director of Economic Development)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval

 
 
 
 
7.i.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2023-48 concerning a request for a conditional use permit for Fuel Station use on a 9.043-acre tract at the southeast corner of B.B. Fielder and South Main Street, generally located at 2551 South Main Street, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. CUP2023-0019.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the conditional use permit request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff and the clarification of additional signage as stated in condition number 6.

 

During the regularly scheduled December 6, 2023, meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted (7-0) to table the public hearing regarding the conditional use permit request until the January 10, 2024 regularly scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission meeting to allow the applicant additional time to propose additional measures to deter semi-truck or tractor-trailer refueling activities.

 

Staff discussed multiple items with the applicant regarding provisions to deter semi-truck activity and provides the following items for consideration:

1. Median on BB Fielder subject to City Engineer Traffic Analysis during the Site Development Permitting process.

 

2. Additional signage for the site to include at a minimum:

  • No Semi-Truck Entrance Signage
  • No advertising diesel for this location on billboards.
  • No advertising diesel for this location on trailblazers.

 

3. Both fueling canopies shall match in design and architecture. Design shall be compatible with the primary structure and feature brick or masonry cladding on all vertical support columns; the design shall be consistent with the existing fuel canopy directly adjacent to South Bowie Drive right-of-way at the 2001 South Bowie Drive QT location.  

 

Staff finds the conditional use permit request aligns with the previously approved zoning map and conditional use permit request.  The addition of standalone diesel fuel islands is included with the updated site plan and attached to the updated development agreement; the agreement provides additional details and development standards to ensure a high quality development. Staff recommendation is approval of the conditional use permit request, subject to the following conditions:

 

 

1. Details of the concept plan, development agreement standards, and associated development of the property shall be subject to the Site Development Permit, Site Plan Review, and Commercial Building Permit process.

 

 

2. Demolition of the existing structures on the property is required, subject to an approved Demolition Permit.

 

 

3. Any potential traffic impacts will be reviewed during the Site Development Permit process.

 

 

4. Dumpsters shall be kept inside approved enclosures with doors shut.

 

 

5. Temporary signs, banners, and other non-permanent advertisement shall not be permitted on the property.

 

 

6. Diesel fueling positions shall be catered toward automotive refueling activities.  Minimum stacking distance of 325’ per diesel fueling lane and additional signage shall be required.  Additional signage for the site to include at a minimum:

  • "No Semi-Trucks" Signage shall be posted along Main Street and BB Fielder.
  • No advertising diesel for this location on billboards.
  • No advertising diesel for this location on trailblazers.

 

 

7. Median on BB Fielder subject to City Engineer Traffic Analysis during the Site Development Permitting process.

 

 

8. Both fueling canopies shall match in design and architecture. Design shall be compatible with the primary structure and feature brick or masonry cladding on all vertical support columns; the design shall be consistent with the existing fuel canopy directly adjacent to South Bowie Drive right-of-way at the 2001 South Bowie Drive QT location.  

 

 

9. This conditional use permit will be void if construction activities have not been started within 8 months of Ordinance approval. Additionally, this conditional use permit will be void if construction and issuance of Certificate of Occupancy for QuikTrip Convenience Store (Phase 1) has not been completed within 24 months of ordinance approval.

 
 
 
 
7.j.
Consider a request for preliminary plat approval for QuikTrip 1948 Addition, being 2 commercial lots on a 9.043-acre tract at the southeast corner of B.B. Fielder and South Main Street, generally located at 2551 South Main Street and being situated in Abstract No. 785, 1792, 2019, 2057, and all of Lots 1-3 of the Causbie Addition, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. SBD2024-0001.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat for QuikTrip 1948 Addition, subject to all requirements of the subdivision ordinance and, specifically, the following conditions: 

 

 

1. The preliminary plat should consist of a single document containing existing and proposed conditions (Reference Weatherford Municipal Code (WMC) §11-4-4 & 11-4-5).  Sheet 1 shall be the proposed conditions, sheet 2 shall be the existing conditions.

 

 

2. The date the drawing was produced shall be provided in the title block. (Reference Weatherford Municipal Code (WMC) §11-4-3(d)(2)). 

 

 

3. Location and width of proposed alleys, sidewalks, trails, and pedestrian ways is missing.(Reference Weatherford Municipal Code (WMC) §11-4-4(c))

 

 

4. The general utility plan of sewage collection, water supply, and storm water facilities is missing. This may be provided on a separate sheet as necessary for legibility. (Reference Weatherford Municipal Code (WMC) §11-4-4(g)).

 

 

5. Areas contributing drainage to the proposed subdivision is missing. The information to be submitted shall include the area, slope and type of development in the contributing area. (This may be provided on a separate sheet at appropriate scale as necessary for legibility.) (Reference Weatherford Municipal Code (WMC) §11-4-4(h))

 

 

6. Include the date the drawing was produced in the title block (Refer to WMC §11-4-3(d)(2)).

 

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the preliminary plat request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff.

 
 
 
 
7.k.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2024-01 concerning a request for a zoning map amendment from R1 One-Family Residential to PD Planned Development, being all of Lots 5-R & 6-R, Block 6 of the Roselawn Addition; approximately 1.065-acres generally located at 301 East Park Avenue, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. ZCH2023-0019.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development & Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the zoning map amendment request for 301 West Park Avenue.

 

At their January 10, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the zoning map amendment. 

 
 
 
 
7.l.
Hold a PUBLIC HEARING and consider adoption of Ordinance O2023-43 concerning a request for a conditional use permit regarding (Auto Sales and Service/Outside Sales as a Primary Use) use, on a 2.483-acre tract located at 1435 Fort Worth Hwy, City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas. CUP2023-0017.
(Kaleb Kentner, Director of Development and Neighborhood Services)
Suggested Action:

Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit request subject to the following conditions:

 

 

 

1.Hours of operation for the business shall be limited to Monday – Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

2. Temporary signs, banners, and other advertisement shall not be permitted on the property. 

 

 

 

3. All buildings on the property shall be limited to uses associated with the conditional use permit request. Leasing or subleasing of other buildings is not permitted.

 

 

 

4. Display, storage, and sale of equipment is limited to “new” tractors, implements, and associated parts.  No other vehicles, equipment, or trailers are permitted for display, storage, or sale. The existing building on the north end of the property shall be used for storage and assembly only. Display of new products shall be maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.  Display areas will be shown on the site plan. 

 

 

5. This conditional use permit will be void if the use is abandoned for more than 30 days after issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.

 

At their January 10th, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the conditional user permit request subject to the conditions as recommended by staff.

 


 

 
8.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
 

 

 
9.
EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
 

Pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, VTCS, (Open Meetings Law): In accordance with the authority contained in:

 
 
 

 

 
10.
ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
 

To take action, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, VTCS, (Open Meetings Law).


 

 
11.
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
 

Residents may address the Council/Board/Commission/Committee regarding an item that is not listed on the agenda. Residents must complete a speaker card and turn it in to the Secretary five (5) minutes before the start of the meeting. The Rules of Procedure states that comments are to be limited to three (3) minutes. Speaker rules are posted at the back of the Council Chambers. The Texas Open Meetings Act provides the following: (a) If, at a meeting of a governmental body, a member of the public or of the governmental body inquires about a subject for which notice has not been given as required by this subchapter, the notice provisions of this subchapter do not apply to: (1) A statement of specific factual information given in response to the inquiry; or (2) A recitation of existing policy in response to the inquiry; (b) Any deliberation of or decision about the subject of the inquiry shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on the agenda for a subsequent meeting.


 

 
12.
ADJOURNMENT
 

CERTIFICATION
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