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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - 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. PAGE 2 ALLEN CDC MINUTES IDLY 20, 1998 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 I PAGE ALLEN CDC MINUTES IDLY 20, 1998 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 PAGE ALLEN CDC MJNUTES JULY 20, 1998 ■ 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. PAGES ALLEN CDC MINUTES JULY 20, 1998 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 I PAGE ALLEN CDC MINUTES JULY 20, 1998 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