Min - Community Development Corporation - 1998 - 07/20 - RegularBOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Debbie Stout, Chairperson
Bob Morris
Claudia Kelley
Carl Clemencich
Jason Collier, Vice Chairman
Lonnie Thomas (arrived late)
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Robin Sedlacek, Secretary
STAFF PRESENT:
Michael Stanger, Acting City Manager
Ann Maas, Administrative Secretary
Don Horton, Director of Parks and Recreation
GUESTS PRESENT:
None
I. CALL TO ORDER
Debbie Stout called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE JUNE 15, 1998, REGULAR
MEETING
MOTION: Motion by Carl Clemencich to approve the minutes from June 15,
1998, as presented. Claudia Kelley seconded, and the motion carried
5 for, and 0 against.
MINUTES
ALLEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORTATION BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 20, 1998
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Debbie Stout, Chairperson
Bob Morris
Claudia Kelley
Carl Clemencich
Jason Collier, Vice Chairman
Lonnie Thomas (arrived late)
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Robin Sedlacek, Secretary
STAFF PRESENT:
Michael Stanger, Acting City Manager
Ann Maas, Administrative Secretary
Don Horton, Director of Parks and Recreation
GUESTS PRESENT:
None
I. CALL TO ORDER
Debbie Stout called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE JUNE 15, 1998, REGULAR
MEETING
MOTION: Motion by Carl Clemencich to approve the minutes from June 15,
1998, as presented. Claudia Kelley seconded, and the motion carried
5 for, and 0 against.
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III. CITIZENS COMMENTS
Barbara Eubanks
1000 Bel Air Drive
Allen, TX 75013
Ms. Eubanks made a presentation to the Board about the financial needs of the
Allen Arts Alliance. The Alliance will be holding a focus group meeting to come
up with a project list and formulate a plan of action, which will be presented to
this Board in approximately 2-3 months. They are looking for people to be a part
of this focus group and there is also a need for a facilitator, Ms. Eubanks then
invited anyone interested to serving to let her know Meantime the Arts Alliance
would like to sponsor the Allen Philharmonic Symphony's fall concert, at the
$10,000 platinum sponsor level, and would like the CDC to provide the funding
for this.
Chair, Debbie Stout advised that due to an error on our part the Allen Arts
Alliance presentation was not put on the agenda for this meeting, therefore, the
Board could not take action on the request this evening. Ms. Stout invited Ms.
Eubanks back to make a presentation at the next meeting on August 17
The following citizens commented on Item V
Deborah Chandler
624 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Ms. Chandler spoke in opposition of the footbridge and voiced concern that it
would depreciate the value of her home by destroying the view and increasing the
traffic on her street.
Dawn Basinger
622 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Ms. Basinger did not wish to speak, but wanted the record to show she is opposed
to the construction of the footbridge.
Cleveland Basinger
622 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
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Mr Basinger spoke in opposition and was concerned about the destruction of the
natural areas around the bridge and would like to know what landscaping is
planned for this area once the bridge is completed.
Board member, Lonnie Thomas introduced Don Horton, Director of Parks &
Recreation and requested he get with the neighbors and see if he could address
their concerns about the landscaping around the bridge.
Victoria Tierney
810 Ashwood Drive
Allen, TX 75013
Ms. Tierney was unable to attend, but wished to record her support for the
bridge, her children attend Ford Middle School, and at times her kids go through
the creek and end up with poison ivy
Terri Fletcher
620 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Ms. Fletcher spoke in opposition and was concerned about the safety issues
involved with the bridge becoming a possible hangout for kids. Also the view
from her home is of major concern to her. She would like to work with Don
Horton and Tim Dentler on addressing the neighbors concerns about landscaping
around the bridge.
David Fletcher
620 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Mr Fletcher spoke in opposition of the bridge and was concerned about the
possibility of increased traffic flow on his street and suggested the funds could be
better spent elsewhere.
Al Dringenberg
618 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Mr. Dringenberg spoke in opposition of the bridge. Two months ago he bought
the house because it is at the end of the development and would be nice and quiet,
but due to the footbridge there will be a great possibility that the traffic will
increase and kids will be running through his property
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■ Peter Silander
fit 626 Wheat Ridge Road
Allen, TX 75002
Mr Silander comments were about his concern with kids congregating at the
bridge since it is a dark area, he would like to see more street lighting in the area
to prohibit this.
With no one else wishing to speak Debbie Stout thanked everyone for coming.
IV. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $50,000 of
Sales Tax Revenue to Purchase Thermal Image Helmet Cameras for the Allen
Fire Department.
V. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $67,000 of
additional funding for Construction of a Footbridge across Cottonwood
Creek.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $28,842 for
Construction of an Interpretive Monument at Allen Station Park Dam.
■ : VII. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $30,000 for
a Portable Electronic Traffic Sign.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $950 for
Train Robbery Historical Marker.
IX. PUBLIC HEARING: Concerning the Corporation's Intent to Use $32,000 for
Allen Heights Street Lights Adjustment.
Chair, Debbie Stout opened the Public Hearing on Items IV through IX and the
following comments were received:
Item V - Don Horton fielded questions on this project and provided information
about the site design and selection of the bridge location. Mr. Horton also advised
that the Parks Board is always interested in input from citizens and encouraged
them to get involved. He will also pass the street lighting concern on to George
Conner. Director of Public Works.
Claudia Kelley advised that the Footbridge project got started by a parent and
school district over the concern for the safety of students going to Ford Middle
School.
There being no further comments, Debbie Stout closed the public hearing.
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X. CONSIDER INTRODUCTION OF ITEM FIRST READING: A Resolution
Authorizing Up to $422,000 for the Development of Neighborhood Parks.
After discussion and clarification that the project will consist of two parks, Green
Park and Shadow Lakes Park, the Board made the following motion:
MOTION: Motion by Jason Collier to approve consideration of this project as
discussed, Bob Morris seconded, and the motion carried 6 for, and 0 against.
XI. CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO ITEM ON SECOND READING: A
Resolution Authorizing Up to $422,000 for the Development of Neighborhood
Parks.
After discussion on the project the board made the following motion:
MOTION: Motion by Carl Clemencich to approve consideration of project on
second reading, as discussed, Jason Collier seconded and the motion carried 6 for,
and 0 against.
XII. CONSIDER FINAL AUTHORIZATION OF ITEM ON THIRD READING:
A Resolution Authorizing Up to $422,000 for the Development of
Neighborhood Parks.
After discussion on the project the Board made the following motion:
MOTION: Motion by Bob Morris to approve final authorization of item on third
reading, as discussed, Jason Collier seconded, and the motion carried 6 for, and 0
against.
XIII. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Revenue Report.
Michael Stanger advised that the report does not include any revenues from
Home Depot. No further comments or questions.
B. Current Project Status Report.
Carl Clemencich noted that Cedar Drive appears to be open. Don Horton
advised that work still needs to be completed on the south end near Main
Street then it will be ready to open completely
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Don Horton gave status report on progress Phase I of Allen Station Park
Lonnie Thomas recommended that members have a sheet available next time
they have a public hearing, to remind them why they approved the project and
to provide as much information as possible to the public.
Michael Stanger advised that the purpose for a public hearing on a 4B sales
tax project is different from a City Council public hearing. Council has a
public hearing for the citizens to voice comments prior to their making a
decision, whereas, the 4B statute requires a public hearing for the citizens to
respond to the Board's decision, and allows a 60day period in which the
public can decide if they want to bring forth a petition.
Claudia Kelley recommended that the Municipal Messenger be used to
publicize upcoming projects.
C. Items of Interest to the Board.
• Ad for AHS Football Program
After discussion the Board decided they did not approve of this use of funds.
D. Calendar
• Next regularly scheduled meeting will be August 17, 1998, at 7:OOpm in
Allen Public Library Council chambers, located at #2 Allen Civic Plaza.
ADJOURN.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25pm.
These minutes read and approved this 17" day of August 1998.
Debbie Stout, Chairm
Robin Sedlacek, Secretary