CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES  Rowlett  TEX A  Our Vision: A well-planned lakeside community of quality neighborhoods, distinctive amenities, diverse  employment, and cultural charm. Rowlett: THE place to live, work and play.  Tuesday, March 7, 2023  5:00 P.M.  Municipal Building - 4000 Main  Present: Mayor Margolis, Mayor Pro Tem Winget, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Shinder,  Councilmember Galuardi, Councilmember Grubisich, Councilmember Britton and  Councilmember Bell CALL TOORDER  1.  Mayor Margolis called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.  2.  EXECUTIVE SESSION (5:00 P.M.)  2A. The City Council shall convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Sec. 551.071 (Consultation with City Attorney), to consult with and receive legal advice from the City Attorney regarding the Sapphire Bay Development Agreement. (45 minutes) THIS ITEM  WILL BE DISCUSSED AFTER THE REGULAR SESSION.  Inat6 6:48 p.m. Outat7:13 p.m.  2B. The City Council shall convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Legal Advice) to consult with and discuss with the City Attorney possible  settlements of Spectrum Litigation. (15 minutes) Inat5 5:01 p.m. Out at 5:11 p.m.  3.  WORK SESSION (5:15 P.M.) *Times listed are estimated. City Council may receive public input on the following items:  3A. Discuss security staffing plan proposal for City of Rowlett sponsored special events. (30  minutes)  Police Chief Michael Denning outlined the proposed plan and policy. Discussion regarding allocation of funds based on departments requesting events and clarification of number of officers. Additional information regarding Fire Department involvement in coordination with the Office of Emergency Management and the Special Events Coordinator will be presented at a future date. It was the consensus of Council to proceed with the proposed plan.  City of Rowlett  11362    3B. Discuss the scheduled issuance and sale of City of Rowlett, Texas Series 2023 General Obligation Bonds authorized in 2021, and Series 2023 Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Wendy Badgett, Director of Finance, reviewed the amounts that will be issued. Discussion regarding possible reallocation of funds. For the purposes of this discussion, it was related that the overall total and not the project details are needed in order to move forward. It was the  Bonds. (25 minutes)  consensus of Council to proceed with the sale of bonds as outlined.  3C. Discuss an agreement with Dallas County for mutual aid emergency response into the unincorporated portions of Dallas County that are within and adjacent tot the City of Rowlett. (30 Fire Chief Neil Howard reviewed the area to be serviced and the details known at this time. Discussion regarding recouping true costs as opposed to a flat rate and/or a cap on reimbursement. Itwas the consensus of Council to consider this agreement. Chief Howard will review these details with Dallas County and bring a final proposal at a future date for formal  minutes)  action.  3D. Discuss a proposal approving a list of projects for Waterview Golf Club for an estimated amount  of $23,950. (30 minutes)  Angie Smith, Deputy City Manager/Golf Advisory Board (GAB) Liaison, reviewed some of the recent projects that have been completed; list of projects the GAB proposes - 1 bunker each at holes #5 and #6 and landscaping in front of the clubhouse. Discussion regarding an annual allocation to the Golf Fund to address ongoing and future project needs and consideration of Capital Improvement Program for big project needs. It was the consensus of Council to proceed  with the two projects.  4.  DISCUSS CONSENT AGENDAITEMS pulled for Individual Consideration. Short break at 7:13 p.m.  Item 7E is being withdrawn and will be presented at a future date. Items 7B and 7C are being  INVOCATION - Pam White, First Rowlett United Methodist Church  PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE  CONVENE REGULAR SESSION (7:30 P.M.) *Times listed are approximate.  Council reconvened at 7:32 p.m. PRESENTATIONS  5.  5A. Presentation of Proclamation recognizing March 20, 2023, as Humanities Advocacy Day.  City of Rowlett  11363    Mayor Pro Tem Winget presented the proclamation to Laura Tschoerner, Director of Library Services/AHC Liaison and Arts & Humanities Commission members Deborah Crosby and  Steven Maldonado.  5B. Presentation ofay prochamatonrecognzing the month of March 2023 as Women's History Month  and request to light the water tower inj purple, green and white.  Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Shinder presented the proclamation to Tara Bradley, Neighborhood Planning SupervsOT/RDEIC Liaison, and Rowlett Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission  members Dianal Moore, Susan Urrutia and Franchesker Scott.  5C. Presentation of the Annual comprenensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended  September 30, 2022, which includes the independent auditor's report.  Ms. Badgett thanked the Finance Department staff for their hard work throughout the year with City staff and especially during the year end audit. She then introduced Claire Wootton, with  Weaver, who presented the report.  5D. Update from the City Council and Management: Financial Position, Major Projects, Operational  Issues, Upcoming Dates of Interest and Items of Community Interest. Councimember Britton made the following announcements:  Lunch on the Lawn is back fori the Spring! Every Monday from 11to 2, there will be a variety of food trucks for you to enjoy. Follow Rowlett Parks and Recreation on social media to find out Ifyoul have a teen in your life who will be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior next year, the Rowlett Youth Advisory Council is now accepting applications for the '23-24 school year. Deadline for The Rowlett Public Library invites you to take a trip through a life-sized version of the colorful and magical worid of Candy Land- a game sO big that you become the mover ont the board. All ages are welcome to come in, explore each station, and enjoy some sweet treats - this Saturday, March 11th at 11 a.m. While you're there, find out more about the gaming fun planned The North Texas Municipal Water District will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process through April 3rd. This annual, routine change has been conducted for over ac decade and is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water quality. See Saturday, March 18th is the 1st Annual Sand Bass Fishing Tournament. Prizes will be awarded tot the winners. Don't miss out on one of the more popular early fishing opportunities in Rowlett.  when your favorites will be there - and to discover new favorites.  applications is April 28th.  for Spring Break next week.  the newsflash item for more details and tips.  Registration is available online or by calling 972-412-6170.  City of Rowlett  11364    The Rowlett City Council has ordered special elections for 6 Home Rule Charter Amendments and 3 Facility Bond Propositions to be held on May 6th. LOTS more information is headed your Fori more information on these and all other City-related information, please visit Rowlett.com or  way over the next couple of months! call the Action Center at 972-412-6100.  Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Shinder made the following announcements:  Introduced Lacey from the Animal Shelter. "Hi, my name is Lacey! My favorite thing to do is play fetch and go for long walks. la am a beautiful 2-year-old spayed mix breed. Ia am currently looking for my forever home." " Remember- - all adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and up- to-date vaccinations. Come meet this adorable pup or any of the other adoptable animals. There are plenty from which to choose - they are currently in CODE RED and all the kennels are full. The City of Rowlett is proud to say that we have not had to euthanize due to space issues for years. This is due in part to the diligent work our. Animal Shelter staff does in coordination with rescue groups, volunteers andi fosters. Speaking of fostering.. itj just might bet for you if youl love animals, but having one permanently isn't something you are ready to commit to fully. For more information, please contact Animal Services at 972 412-6219 or come by the shelter at 4402 Industrial Street. Theyre open from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The Rowlett' Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) program is sponsoring a two-day American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Technician Class at Rowlett Fire Station #2 Training room, 8602 Schrade Road, on 2 consecutive Saturdays, March 11 and 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The ARES program assists with communications during severe weather and major disasters. ARES teams also help with City events. This class helps you prepare to take the FCC licensing exam Don'tv want to commit to all that? ARES needs you for Skywarn. You don't have to obtain a ham radio license to be a Skywarn Spotter and help out in severe weather situations. You only need to be a member of Rowlett Citizen Corps Council (RCCC), take the free Skywam class, online or in-person, given by the National Weather Service. For more information, you can email  for ham radio operators.  info@rowletlares.com. CITIZENS' INPUT  6.  1. Dave Holl, Rowlett; park restrooms  2. Richard Pawlowicz, Rowlett; lakeside erosion control 3. Charlie Reilly, Rowlett; Item 7B - short-term rentals  7.  CONSENT AGENDA  7A. Consider action approving the minutes.  City of Rowlett  11365    Consider action to approve minutes from the following City Council meeting(s): February 16, 2023 Special meeting, February 21, 2023 Regular meeting, and February 22, 2023 Special  meeting.  This item was approved on the Consent Agenda.  7B. Consider action to amend rental housing regulations including new short-term rental and  hotel/motel.  Consider and take action to approve an ordinance amending Code of Ordinances Article XI, Rental Housing, Division 1 and 2, and adopt new standards for Division 3, 4,5a and 6.  This item was pulled for Individual Consideration.:  Dale Jackson, Building Official, presented the information for this item.  Ar motion was made by Councilmember Galuardi, seconded by Counciimember Britton, to approve the item as presented. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of those  members present. This item was approved as ORD-007-23.  7C. Consider amending the Master Fee Schedule.  Consider and take action approving a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule for rate  and fee changes to Building and Building Regulations. This item was pulled for Individual Consideration. Mr. Jackson presented the information for this item.  A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Shinder, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Winget, to approve the item as presented. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of  those members present. This item was approved as RES-021-23. 7D. Consider action to approve a renewal option for mowing services.  Consider action to approve a resolution exercising the first oft four one-year renewal options for Parks and Recreation Section II mowing services with DD Commercial Landscape in the unit  amounts bid in an estimated annual amount of $172,876.58. This item was approved on the Consent Agenda as RES-022-23.  7E. Consider action to create an advisory board.  Consider action to approve a resolution creating the Lakeshore Advisory Board. This item was withdrawn from the agenda and will be presented at at future date.  City of Rowlett  11366    7F. Consider action to approve a purchase order for a cellular voice and data services  provider.    Consider action to approve a resolution approving a purchase order that might exceed $50,000  to a cellular voice and data service provider for multiple City departments. This item was approved on the Consent Agenda as RES-024-23. 7G. Consider action to award a contract for window replacement.  Consider action to approve a resolution accepting the bid and awarding a contract to Native Construction in the amount of $119,825.25 for the replacement of 32 windows on the south side  oft the City Hall building.  This item was approved on the Consent Agenda as RES-025-23.  7H. Consider action awarding a contract for utility relocations around the Dalrock Road and  State Highway 66 intersection.  Consider action to approve a resolution accepting the bid and awarding a contract to A&M Construction and Utilities, Inc. in the amount of $1,071,225.50, with a ten percent (10%) contingency amount of $107,122.55, and up to $20,0001 for an early completion bonus, resulting ina a total project budget of $1,198,348.05 for utility relocations around the Dalrock Road and State Highway 66 (SH66) intersection, and authorizing the Mayor to execute the necessary  documents for said services.  This item was. approved on the Consent. Agenda as RES-026-23.  71. Consider action authorizing a license agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit.  Consider action to approve a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a License Agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) for the construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of one 8-inch PVC wastewater main encased within a 15-inch steel casing pipe across and under the DART railroad tracks and right-of-way near Edgewater Drive. This item was approved on the Consent Agenda as RES-027-23.  Passed the Consent Agenda  A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Winget, seconded by Councilmember Galuardi,: including all the preceding item(s) marked as having been approved on the Consent Agenda. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of those members present.  8.  INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION  8A. Consider action to approve a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Facilities Agreement between the City of Rowlett, Texas, and Chick-fil-A, Inc., in the amount of $13,260 to construct  an oversize wastewater main on Lakeview Parkway/SH66.  City of Rowlett  11367    Jeff Cohen, Interim Director of Engineering, presented the information for this item. AI motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Winget, seconded by Councilmember Grubisich, to approve the item as presented. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of those MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY REQUEST TOPICS TO BE PLACED ON AN AGENDA FOR A SUBSEQUENT MEETING. ANY DELIBERATION OR DECISION SHALL BE LIMITED TO A PROPOSAL TO PLACE TOPIC ON THE. AGENDA FOR A SUBSEQUENT  members present. This item was approved as RES-028-23.  9.  MEETING.  No items were requested.  TAKE ANY NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE ACTION ON CLOSEDIEXECUTIVE SESSION Upon conclusion of Item 2B, a motion was made by Councimember Galuardi, seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Shinder, to approve the proposed settlement in the McAlen-Spectrum litigation on the terms discussed in Executive Session, subject to approval by the City Attorney, and authorizing the City Manager to execute any appropriate documents to accomplish the settlement. The motion carried with a unanimous vote of those members present.  MATTERS  10. ADJOURNMENT  The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. PEe Woy4 Blake Margolis, Mayor Approved on: March 21,2 2023  dusaflallack Laura Hallmark, City Secretary  City of Rowlett  11368