CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — February 24, 2020
Meeting summary
18 agenda items · 4 public hearings · 9 consent items · $3.25M in spending items · 5 zoning cases
- Public hearing: Special permit for outdoor motorcycle training facility at 501 S. Plano Road
- Public hearing: Zoning changes to West Spring Valley Corridor PD for 0.43-acre tract at Floyd Road and James Drive
- Largest spending item: Award $1,874,207.75 contract for Campbell Road improvements from Collins to US 75 — $1,874,207.75
Ceremonial · 2 items routine
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Invocation by Ken Hutchenrider
Ken Hutchenrider delivers the invocation to open the meeting.
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Pledge of Allegiance led by Ken Hutchenrider
Ken Hutchenrider leads the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags.
Consent agenda
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Special development plan for new car dealership at Central Expressway and W. Phillips Street
This consent item would approve a special development plan under the Main Street/Central Expressway Form Based Code to allow a new motor vehicle sales and leasing facility on 3.25 acres at the northeast corner of Central Expressway and W. Phillips Street.
Approval places a car dealership within the form-based code district at a prominent downtown-adjacent corner.
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Repeal outdated municipal court technology and building security fees
This consent item repeals the municipal court technology fee (Section 2-198), repeals the municipal court building security fee (Ordinance No. 3047-A), and amends the rule on how the appellant transcript fee is paid (Section 2-189(D)).
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Award $873,921 contract for residential sidewalk replacement program Region 4
Staff recommends awarding Bid #04-20 to Estrada Concrete Co., LLC for the 2015 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program Region 4, including Alternate No. 1, for $873,921.
This contract will fund replacement of aging residential sidewalks in Region 4, improving walkability and safety for residents in that area.
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Annual contract with Bound Tree Medical for EMS medical supplies and pharmaceuticals
Staff requests authorization to issue an annual requirements contract to Bound Tree Medical for medical supplies and pharmaceuticals at unit prices under Bid #28-20.
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Award $59,360 contract for Cliffside Alley drainage improvement project
Staff recommends awarding Bid #31-20 to Advance Contracting Group for the Cliffside Alley Drainage Improvement Project for $59,360.
This project will address drainage issues in the Cliffside Alley area, which can help reduce localized flooding for nearby residents.
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Award $1,874,207.75 contract for Campbell Road improvements from Collins to US 75
Staff recommends awarding Bid #32-20 to Quality Excavation for Campbell Road improvements from Collins to US 75 for $1,874,207.75 including bid alternates, plus authorization for an owner's contingency of $80,000.
This project will improve a key stretch of Campbell Road, affecting traffic flow and road conditions for drivers and residents in that corridor.
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Purchase $244,175 playground replacement equipment for Crowley Park North
Staff requests authorization to issue a purchase order to Whirlix, Inc. for $244,175 to replace the playground at Crowley Park North, purchased through BuyBoard cooperative contract #592-19.
Replacing the playground will improve a recreational amenity for families using Crowley Park North.
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Purchase $60,191.83 fitness equipment for Fire Station No. 3
Staff requests authorization to issue a purchase order to Team Marathon Fitness for $60,191.83 for fitness equipment at Fire Station No. 3, purchased through BuyBoard cooperative contract #583-19.
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Purchase $133,356 in cellular modems and antennas for Transportation & Mobility
Staff requests authorization to issue a purchase order to GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. for $133,356 for Cradlepoint cellular modems and antennas for the Transportation & Mobility department, purchased through State of Texas DIR contracts #DIR-TSO-3652 and #DIR-TSO-4174.
These devices support the city's traffic management and mobility technology infrastructure.
Public hearings
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Special permit for outdoor motorcycle training facility at 501 S. Plano Road
A property owner is requesting a special permit to operate an outdoor motorcycle training facility on land currently zoned LR-M(2) Local Retail District at 501 S. Plano Road. The council will hold a public hearing before deciding whether to adopt the ordinance.
Approval would allow a new motorcycle training use in a local retail area, which could affect traffic and activity levels near neighbors.
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Zoning changes to West Spring Valley Corridor PD for 0.43-acre tract at Floyd Road and James Drive
A request to make major modifications to the development regulations of the West Spring Valley Corridor Planned Development District for a 0.4304-acre tract (Tract 13) at the northeast corner of S. Floyd Road and James Drive. The council will hold a public hearing before voting.
Modifying the planned development standards for this tract could change what can be built at that corner.
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Special permit for a drive-through restaurant on E. Buckingham Road east of S. Plano Road
A request for a special permit to allow a restaurant with drive-through service on property zoned LR-M(2) Local Retail District on the north side of E. Buckingham Road, east of S. Plano Road. The council will hold a public hearing before deciding.
Adding a drive-through restaurant could bring increased traffic and activity to that stretch of Buckingham Road.
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Update development standards for mixed-use project at Main Street and Central Expressway
A request to amend and restate Ordinance No. 4280, modifying the Main Street/Central Expressway Form Based Code development standards for a mixed-use development on Blocks A, B, and C covering 14.214 acres at the northeast corner of Central Expressway and Main Street. The council will hold a public hearing before voting.
Changes to the form-based code standards for this 14-acre corner site could significantly affect the scale and character of development in Richardson's downtown core.
Other business · 3 items routine
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Approve minutes of the February 10, 2020 council meetings
Council considers approving the official minutes from the February 10, 2020 regular City Council meeting and the February 10, 2020 Boards & Commissions meeting.
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Public visitors' comment period
Residents may address the council during the open visitors' segment of the meeting.
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Appoint or reappoint members to six city boards and commissions
Council considers making appointments or reappointments to the Animal Services Advisory Commission, City Plan Commission, Cultural Arts Commission, Library Board, Sign Control Board, and Zoning Board of Adjustment/Building and Standards Commission.