2019 Minutes

2019 Harker Heights Council Minutes

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:

Spencer H. Smith Mayor
Michael Blomquist Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3
John Reider Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell City Manager
Patricia Brunson Assistant City Manager

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Tatiana Toribio declaring her a “Bright Star of Central Texas”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on November 12, 2019. Blomquist made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Presentations by Citizens:

1. Council received a presentation from John Frees, Citizen, regarding a possible zoning overlay to allow “tiny houses” in the City of Harker Heights. No action taken.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the 2019 Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) Project. Jerry Bark, Public Relations Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

At 5:13 p.m. Mayor Pro-tem Michael Blomquist filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for New Business item number two and left the meeting.

2. Council discussed and considered a resolution granting a waiver of permitting fees in the amount of $35.00 for residential homes with On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF’s) and Unapproved Irrigation Backflow Prevention Assemblies, located within the geographical area depicted in Exhibit “A”. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

At 5:20 p.m. Mayor Pro-tem Michael Blomquist returned to the meeting.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to terminate a Water Supply Agreement with Dog Ridge Water Supply Corporation. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Warriors Path Reconstruction, Phase I Project in the amount of $2,248,816.47 to Gary W. Purser Construction, LTD. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that he attended the following events:

• December 6th - “Festival of Trees – Twas the Night Before Christmas” Event in Killeen

• December 7th – Disabled American Veterans 29 Christmas Breakfast honoring Vietnam Veterans and a Pearl Harbor Remembrance

• December 9th – Bell County Public Health District Board Meeting

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the following events:

• December 6th - “Festival of Trees – Twas the Night Before Christmas” Event in Killeen

• December 10th – Trinity Baptist Church Lunch for City Employees

• Citizenship swearing in ceremony in Fredericksburg

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:

• November 12th – Harker Heights City Council Meeting

• November 14th – Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Master Plan Forum

• November 20th – Killeen Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Planning Board Meeting

• November 22nd – Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees

• November 22nd – Deputy Fire Chief Glenn Gallenstein Retirement Ceremony

• November 23rd – Mount Sinai Christian Church Conference Non-Violence Against Women Proclamation

• December 2nd – Harker Heights Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

• December 3rd – Harker Heights Employee Recognition Ceremony

• December 5th – III Corps Headquarters Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

• December 7th – Harker Heights Disabled American Veterans 29 Meeting and Commemoration

• December 10th – Harker Heights Elementary School Bobcat Character Award Ceremony

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:43 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:

Spencer H. Smith Mayor
Michael Blomquist Mayor Pro-tem
John Reider Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell City Manager
Patricia Brunson Assistant City Manager

Absent: Jennifer McCann Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Lisa Youngblood, Library Director, proclaiming November 18th – 23rd, 2019, as “Harker Heights Children’s Book Week”.

2. Ms. McKinzie was not able to attend the meeting thus the Mayor did not present the proclamation to Kylie McKinzie declaring her a “Bright Star of Central Texas”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on October 22, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 3-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a request by Open Air Resort Harker Heights Real Estate Holdings, LLC for preliminary plat approval for the proposed Open Air Addition, on property described as 31.366 acre tract of land situated in the Vincent L. Evans Survey, Abstract No. 288, Bell County, Texas and being a part or portion of that certain 51.161 acre tract of land described in a Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated January 16, 2019 from George C. Moss, individually and as Independent Executor of the Estate of Adelheid K. Moss, Deceased and as Trustee of the Catherina D. Misner Trust to Roy Reynolds Estates, LLC, A Texas Limited Liability Company and being of record in Document No. 2019-00002238, Official Public Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 101 N. Roy Reynolds Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Courtney Peres, Senior Planner/GIS Coordinator, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve seeing that Condition 1: the survey has been finalized by the City Council Meeting and Condition 2: City Council has determined that the applicant has satisfied Condition 1, which results in full approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 3-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated he attended the following events:

October 24th – Killeen Independent School District High School #6 Groundbreaking Ceremony.
October 26th – the last Harker Heights Farmers Market for the season.
October 30th – on behalf of the Mayor, the 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade Change of Command Ceremony.
November 2nd – the Harker Heights Arbor Day Celebration at Community Park.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:

• October 23rd – Killeen Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting with Transportation Policy Planning Board in Belton.

• October 23rd – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Luncheon at the Activities Center with Bell County Judge David Blackburn.

• October 24th – Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board Meeting in Belton.

• October 25th – Congressional Gold Medal Award Ceremony at III Corps HQ, Fort Hood.

• October 25th – Central Texas Workforce Solutions Annual Awards Luncheon in Killeen.

• October 25th – Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees.

• October 26th – Harker Heights Farmers Market.

• October 26th – Harker Heights Friends of the Library Book Sale.

• October 29th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop.

• November 4th – Census 2020 Meeting at City Hall.

• November 5th – Hood Heroes Award Ceremony and Luncheon.

• November 5th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop.

• November 6th - 19th Annual Bell County Water Symposium at Texas A & M Central Texas.

• November 8th – Nolanville Elementary School Veterans’ Day Program.

• November 11th – Harker Heights Veterans’ Day Ceremony.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith  Mayor
Michael Blomquist  Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann  Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3
Jody Nicholas  Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell  City Manager
Patricia Brunson  Assistant City Manager

Absent: John Reider Councilmember Place 4

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor and Fire Chief Paul Sims presented awards and lapel pins to the following Harker Heights Fire Department 2019 Fire Prevention Month Poster Contest Winners:

• Jimmy Rice – Union Grove Middle School 7th grand winner and School Champion and Grand Champion winner
• Grace Riggs – Union Grove Middle School 8th grade winner
• Reagan Craft – Union Grove Middle School 6th grade winner
• Paula Lawrason, Union Grove Middle School Principal, Overall School Champion

2. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Municipal Court Judge Billy Ray Hall proclaiming November 4th – 8th, 2019, as Municipal Court Week. Judge Hall praised the work that the City’s Municipal Court is doing and praised City Court Staff members for their hard work.

3. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, proclaiming November 1st, 2019, as Texas Arbor Day.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meetings held on September 24, 2019 and October 15, 2019. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approve 4-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a request by Jerome and Rachel Gomer for Preliminary Plat approval for the proposed Sapiah Plains Phase Two, on 3.397 acres being part of the H.B. Littlefield Survey, Abstract No. 511, being part of a called 5.44 acre tract of record in Volume 1380, Page 255, Deed Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at the corner of Ute Trail and Warriors Path, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Ace Reneau, Mitchell & Associates, Inc., was present to represent the request. Blomquist made the motion to approve with the condition of the inclusion of a one foot (1’) vehicular non-access easement along the Warriors Path frontage. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.
2. Council discussed and considered a request by Jerome and Rachel Gomer for Concept Plan approval on property described as 1.442 acres of land, more or less, described in a General Warranty Deed Recorded Under Instrument Number 2019-00021233 in the Real Property Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 1808 Ponca Trace, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Ace Reneau, Mitchell & Associates, Inc., was present to represent the request. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Iron Chloride Odor Control System at the Trimmier Creek Lift Station in the amount of $115,932.00 to Primespec Construction, LLC. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance amending the City of Harker Heights Code of Ordinance by the addition of Chapter 105: Parks and Recreation, prescribing rules and regulations for the use of Municipal Parks and Recreation Facilities, and providing for enforcement and penalties for violation of such rules and regulations. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. McCann made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

5. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, amending the Parks and Recreation Fees on the 2019-2020 City Fee Schedule to include the commercial use fees. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

6. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance reorganizing Chapter 90 of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, Code of Ordinance and clarifying ownership rights to an unclaimed animal. Gary Bates, IT Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

7. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution reappointing Jared Bryan as the City of Harker Heights Representative on the Board of Directors of the Tax Appraisal Board of Bell County, Texas. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Closed Meeting

1. At 5:56 p.m. the Mayor announced a closed meeting for the following purpose:

A) Pursuant to §551.074 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the appointment of public officers to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Building Standards Commission.

B) Pursuant to §551.074 of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the appointment of public officers to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

2. At 6:22 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith reconvened the open meeting to take action as appropriate on matters discussed in the closed meeting.
Fountain made the motion to appoint the following applicants to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Building Standards Commission:

A) Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Member

Larry Robinson Regular member 2nd 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023
Rob Robinson, III Regular member 1st 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023
Rodney Shine Regular member Fill unexpired term for Darrell T. Charlton 10/2019 – 1/2021

Alternate Member

Dustin Hallmark Alternate member #1  1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Nuala K. Taylor   Alternate member #2      1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Christopher E. Albus Alternate member #3      1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Michael Stegmeyer Alternate member#4  1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021

Building Standards Commission
Regular Member

Alternate Member

Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Fountain made the motion to appoint the following applicants to the Zoning Board of Adjustment:

B) Zoning Board of Adjustment
Regular Member

Thomas G. Wilson           Regular member    1st 2 Year Term      1/2020 – 1/2022
David Hermosillo    Regular member    2nd 2 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2022
Edward Loughran, III    Regular member 1st 2 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2022

Alternate Member

Jeffrey K. Harris Alternate member #1 2 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2022
Pasquale Canterino Alternate member #2 Fill unexpired term for Charltorio Johnson 10/2019 – 1/2021

Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

New Business Continued:

8. Council discussed and considered appointments to the following boards and commissions:

Fountain made the motion to appoint the following:

A) Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Alternate Members

Brittany Harris Alternate member #1 1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Alonzo Williams Alternate member #2 1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021

B) Library Board
Regular Member

Jeanine L. Sims Regular member 1st 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023
Ursula Pirtle Regular member 2nd 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023
Beverly Price Regular member 1st 3 year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023

Alternate Members:

Consuelo Samarripa Alternate member #1 1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Katelyn Greene Alternate member #2 1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021

C) Public Safety Commission
Regular Member

Louis Best Regular member 2nd 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023
Wyatt L. Wetzel Regular member 1st 3 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2023

Alternate Members

Jack Palmer Alternate member #1 1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021

D) Animal Advisory Committee.
Regular Member

Dr. Patricia Darnell Member 2nd 3 Year Term 1/2020-1/2023
Shilow Wester - Pet Adoption Manager Fill unexpired term of Jessica Giese 10/2019 – 1/2022

Alternate Members
Finni Dirr            Alternate member #1  1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
George Grammas Alternate member #2  1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021
Barbara Kane Alternate member #3  1 Year Term 1/2020 – 1/2021

E) Economic Development Corporation Board
Regular Members:

Hal Schiffman Place 1  2nd 2 Year Term 10/2019 – 10/2021
Spencer H. Smith Place 3  2nd 2 Year Term 10/2019 – 10/2021
Mike Aycock Place 5  2nd 2 Year Term 10/2019 – 10/2021
David Mitchell Place 7  2nd 2 Year Term 10/2019 – 10/2021

Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated he attended the following events:
• October 17th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee Luncheon with Colonel Richard Malisch CO, CRDAMC.
• October 17th - Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Public Forum regarding Dana Peak Park.
• October 19th - Harker Heights Farmer’s Market in front of Seton
• October 19th – “Monster Dash” at the Harker Heights Community Park

Councilmember McCann stated she attended the Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Public Forum regarding Dana Peak Park.

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the following events:
• October 8th through October 11th – Texas Municipal League Conference and Exposition in San Antonio.
• October 22nd - Harker Heights Veterans Council Meeting

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the Unaudited Financial Statements for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 fourth quarter Investment Report. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

3. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• September 26th – Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board Meeting.
• September 27th – Phantom Honors Retirement Ceremony at Fort Hood.
• September 30th – Military Child Education Coalition Reception for Dr. Becky Porter.
• October 1st – Harker Heights City Council Workshop.
• October 1st – Harker Heights National Night Out.
• October 2nd – III Corps Headquarters Proclamation Signing Ceremony for Domestic Violence Prevention Month.
• October 2nd – National Coffee with a Cop at Dunkin.
• October 3rd – 1st Cavalry Division Change of Command.
• October 8th – 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team Colors Casing Ceremony.
• October 8th through October 11th – Texas Municipal League Conference and Exposition in San Antonio.
• October 15th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop.
• October 15th – Bell County Judge and Commissioners Committee on People with Disabilities Annual “Rusty” Awards at the Bell County Expo Center.
• October 16th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting.
• October 17th – 3rd Security Force Advisory Brigade Colors Casing Ceremony.
• October 17th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee Luncheon with Colonel Richard Malisch CO, CRDAMC.
• October 17th – Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Public Forum regarding Dana Peak Park.
• October 19th – The Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce of Central Texas 8th Annual Award Banquet.
• October 21st – Area Agency on Aging Kerry Fillip Elder Abuse Seminar.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:

Spencer H. Smith  Mayor
Jennifer McCann  Councilmember Place 1
Michael Blomquist  Mayor Pro-tem
John Reider  Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas  Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell  City Manager
Patricia Brunson  Assistant City Manager

Absent:

Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Gina Pence, President and CEO of the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce, proclaiming October 14th – 20th, 2019 as “Chamber of Commerce Week throughout Harker Heights, Texas”.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 3:22 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Absent:
John Reider Councilmember Place 4

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Fire Marshal Brad Alley proclaiming October Fire Prevention Month and October 6th – 12th, 2019, as Fire Prevention Week.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on September 10, 2019. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to amend conditions of the PD-B (Planned Development Business) Zoning District to allow additional parking arrangements on the property located at 107 Mountain Lion Road, described as 2.930 Acres (previously called 2.925 acres) out of the R.W. Tom Survey, Abstract No. 838, being the same tract conveyed to Armed Services YMCA of the USA, Killeen, recorded in Instrument No. 2014-00021525, Real Property Records of Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Steven Watson, representative for the property at 111 Mountain Lion Road, was present to represent the request. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Harker Heights, Texas, and the City of Killeen, Killeen Independent School District and Bell County that establishes the scope of the Chaparral Road Realignment/Reconstruction Project and responsibilities of each of the parties as it relates to the project. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between the ATMOS Cities Steering Committee (“ACSC”) and ATMOS Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division regarding the Company’s 2019 Rate Review Mechanism Filings; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settlement; finding the rates to be set by the attached settlement tariffs to be just and reasonable and in the public interest; approving an attached exhibit establishing a benchmark for pensions and retiree medical benefits; approving an attached exhibit regarding amortization of regulatory liability; requiring the Company to reimburse ACSC’s reasonable ratemaking expenses; determining that this ordinance was passed in accordance with the requirements of the Texas Open Meetings Act; adopting a savings clause; declaring an effective date; and requiring delivery of this ordinance to the Company and the ACSC’s Legal Counsel. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution Authorizing the City Manager to notify the Texas Lottery Commission of the City of Harker Heights’ intent to continue to receive its share of Bingo Prize Fee Funds collected after January 1, 2020, and to notify each licensed authorized Organization within the City’s Jurisdiction of the continued imposition of the Bingo Prize Fee. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. McCann made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated he attended the Harker Heights Farmer’s Market on Saturday and the Movie in the Park at Carl Levin Park.

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the following events:
• Killeen ISD 14th Annual Freedom Walk in Honor of 9/11
• Philippines Cultural Heritage Festival
• Sociedad Cultural Hispanoamericana 13th Hispanic Heritage Festival
• Parks and Recreation Town Hall Meeting
• United Veteran’s Luncheon
• City of Harker Heights and Harker Heights High School Community Homecoming Rally

Councilmember McCann stated she attended the Food, Wine and Brew Fest and stated it was a great event and commended everyone involved in putting it together.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• September 12th – 14th – Attended the Forty and Eight Nationale Promenade in Myrtle Beach to receive the City of the Year Award for Harker Heights.
• September 15th – Attended the Sociedad Cultural Hispanoamericana Festival de Arte y Cultura in Killeen.
• September 16th – Attended the Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Public Forum at Skipcha Elementary School.
• September 17th – Attended the Harker Heights City Council Workshop.
• September 18th – Attended the Killeen Temple Metropolitan Organization (KTMPO) Transportation Policy Planning Board (TPPB) Meeting in Belton.
• September 18th – Presented a proclamation for Constitution Week at the Stewart C. Meyer Public Library.
• September 19th – Attended the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet in Killeen.
• September 21st – Attended the Micronesian Liberation Day Celebration at Ogletree Park in Copperas Cove.
• September 21st – Attended the Harker Heights Kiwanis Club Installation of the Board of Directors and Officers.
• September 23rd – Attended the City of Harker Heights and Harker Heights High School Community Homecoming Rally.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:46 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Michael Blomquist   Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann   Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain  Councilmember Place 3
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on August 27, 2019, and September 3, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

At 5:02 p.m. Councilmember John Reider filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing item number one and left the meeting.

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow an Accessory Dwelling Unit on property described as Lot Thirty-Two (32), Lakeside Hills Section Two (2), Harker Heights, according to the Plat of Record in Cabinet A, Slide 43-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 4650 High Oak Drive. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Dan Huber, applicant, was present to represent the request. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

At 5:10 p.m. Councilmember John Reider returned to the meeting.

At 5:10 p.m. Councilmember Jackeline Soriano Fountain filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing items number one, number two and number three and left the meeting.

2. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1(M) (One-Family Manufactured Home Dwelling District) and R-MH (Manufactured Home Park District) to R-3 (Multi-Family Dwelling District) Zoning Designation on property described as Lots One (1) through Five (5), Block Three (3), Kern Terrace Second Extension, Harker Heights, Per Plat Of Record in Cabinet A, Slide 225-A, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, and 1.241 acres out of the V.L. Evans Survey, Abstract 288, generally located southwest of the intersection of Jamie Road and North Mary Jo Drive, currently addressed as 200, 202, 204, 206, and 208 Jamie Road, and 200 Jan Circle, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Henry Moore, representative, was present to represent the request. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

3. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-MH (Manufactured Home Park District) to R2-I (Two Family Infill Dwelling District) Zoning, and Preliminary/Final Plat approval on property described as Yandell Mobile Home Park, being 1.446 acres out of the V.L. Evans Survey, Abstract 288, generally located at 201 N. Mary Jo Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Henry Moore, representative, was present to represent the request.

McCann made the motion to approve an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-MH (Manufactured Home Park District) to R2-I (Two Family Infill Dwelling District) Zoning, on property described as Yandell Mobile Home Park, being 1.446 Acres out of the V.L. Evans Survey, Abstract 288, generally located at 201 N. Mary Jo Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas, based on staff’s recommendation and findings. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Blomquist made the motion to approve a preliminary/final plat for the proposed Butler-Moore Addition on property described as Yandell Mobile Home Park, being 1.446 Acres out of the V.L. Evans Survey, Abstract 288, generally located at 201 N. Mary Jo Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas, based on staff’s recommendation and findings. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

4. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One Family Dwelling District) to R2-I (Two Family Infill Dwelling District) Zoning on property described as 4.216 acres out of the V.L. Evans Survey, Abstract 288, being the same property described in Field Notes attached to a General Warranty Deed Recorded Under Instrument Number 2010-00016917, Real Property Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at Lynn Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Henry Moore, representative, was present to represent the request.
Nicholas made the motion to approve based on staff’s recommendations and findings. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

At 5:39 p.m. Councilmember Jackeline Soriano Fountain returned to the meeting.

5. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss and consider an ordinance adopting and approving a Budget for the City of Harker Heights, Texas, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2020, record the vote. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. Mayor Smith conducted a record vote. The results are as follows: McCann voted aye, Fountain voted aye, Blomquist voted aye, Reider voted aye, and Nicholas voted aye. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

6. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss and consider ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the Fiscal Year 2019 – 2020 Budget, record the vote. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation.

Mr. Howard Scott Arey, 2027 Sandy Point, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding the proposed ad valorem tax rate for the City of Harker Heights.

Reider made the motion to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget and this budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $783,427 or 6.5%, and of that amount $235,458 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. Seconded by Fountain. Mayor Smith conducted a record vote. The results are as follows: McCann voted aye, Fountain voted aye, Blomquist voted aye, Reider voted aye, and Nicholas voted aye. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

7. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss and consider an ordinance levying a tax rate for the City of Harker Heights, Texas, for the Tax Year 2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Nicholas moved to approve that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of $0.6770 which is effectively a 4.6 percent increase in the tax rate. Seconded by Reider All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

8. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss and consider an ordinance prescribing and setting the Fiscal Year 2019 – 2020 rates and charges of the City of Harker Heights, Texas; penalties for non-payment; and providing an effective date. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a request for preliminary plat approval on property described as a 4.149 acre tract of land in Bell County, Texas, being part of the Francis Hughes Survey, Abstract No. 396, and the land herein described being all of a Called 0.725 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 659, Official Public Records of Real Property, Bell County, Texas, all of a Called 1.017 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 730, and all of a Called 2.407 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 708, Official Public Records of Real Property, Bell County, Texas, generally located within the peninsula between E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Edwards Drive, approximate address of 1212 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Ace Reneau, Mitchell & Associates, Inc., was present to represent the request. Reider made the motion to approve conditioned upon the applicant providing sewer service in accordance with the City Code. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that he attended the following events:
• Saturday, September 7th – Harker Heights Food, Wine and Brew 5K run
• Saturday, September 7th – Farmer’s Market Military Appreciation Day at Seton.
Blomquist encouraged everyone to attend the Harker Heights Food, Wine and Brew Fest at the Community Park on Saturday, September 14th and stated that on Monday, September 16th he will be attending the Bell County Public Health District Meeting representing the Central Texas Bell County Health District for the City of Harker Heights.

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the following events:
• August 29th – Fort Hood NCO and Soldier of the Year Awards Luncheon
• August 30th – Texas Representative Brad Buckley Legislative Update
• September 3rd - Tour of the City’s Pumping Stations and Lift Stations with Public Works Director Mark Hyde.

Councilmember McCann stated that two (2) of the celebrity judges for the Harker Heights Food, Wine and Brew Fest will be Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist and Councilmember Fountain.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• August 29th – Fort Hood NCO and Soldier of the Year Awards Luncheon
• August 30th – Texas Representative Brad Buckley Legislative Update
• September 3rd – Harker Heights City Council Meeting
• September 4th – III Corps Headquarters Casing of the Colors Ceremony
• September 4th – Harker Heights Police Department Swearing-In Ceremony
• September 5th – Harker Heights Teen Court Ceremony Hall of Fame Inductee Imani Waweru
• September 7th – Harker Heights Farmer’s Market
• September 7th – Presented the Harker Heights Proclamation at the Hispanic Heritage Month Festival.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith  Mayor
Michael Blomquist  Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann  Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3
John Reider  Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas  Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell  City Manager
Patricia Brunson  Assistant City Manager

Public Hearings:

1. Conduct a Public Hearing to discuss the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget and Fee Schedule.

Councilmember Fountain arrived at the meeting at 3:02 p.m.

Alberta Barrett, Finance Director made the presentation. No action taken.

Mr. Randy Schoel, 3226 Eagle Ridge, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding the proposed ad valorem tax rate for the City of Harker Heights.

2. Conduct a Public Hearing to discuss a tax increase for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 3:17 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith  Mayor
Michael Blomquist  Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann  Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3
John Reider  Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas  Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell  City Manager
Patricia Brunson  Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts  City Attorney

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Mr. Larry Brazzil declaring him a “Bright Star of Central Texas”.

2. The Mayor presented proclamations to Matthias Ulch and Elijah Haverkost, Lemonade Day – Entrepreneurs of the Year, declaring them “Bright Stars of Central Texas”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on August 13, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve the minutes as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget and Fee Schedule. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss a tax increase for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

Mr. Howard Scott Arey, 2027 Sandy Point, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding the proposed ad valorem tax rate for the City of Harker Heights.

3. Council conducted a Public Hearing to discuss and consider an ordinance amending Chapter 75, Schedule I of the Code of Harker Heights, to provide for No Parking signs on Oakridge Blvd. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Prospector Trail Wastewater Improvements & Wastewater Line Extension to Fire Station No. 2 project in the amount of $90,910.62 to Bruce Flanigan Construction, Inc. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the Women's Equality Day on August 22nd that was hosted by the city’s partnering unit, 3rd Calvary Regiment.

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that the Farmers Market in front of Seton is still going strong on Saturdays and the next upcoming event is on September 7th, “Military Appreciation Weekend” and encouraged all the citizens to take advantage of the local farmers market and fares from the Central Texas area.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• August 15th – Greater Killeen Community Clinic 25th Year Celebration
• August 16th – Central Texas Chapter, Military Officers Association of America Meeting, with guest speaker Representative Hugh Shine, Texas District 55
• August 19th – Human Sex Trafficking Seminar presented by Lt. Michele Cianci-Strata, Bell County Sheriff’s Department Special crimes Unit
• August 20th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop – Recognition of Jeesoo Min, Harker Heights High School Valedictorian
• August 21st – Killeen Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization, Transportation Policy Planning Board Meeting
• August 21st – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting
• August 21st – Dinner at the Shilo Inn with members of U. S. Senator Cruz’s Office
• August 22nd – Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board Meeting
• August 23rd – Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees

Closed Meeting:

1. At 5:44 p.m. the Mayor announced a closed meeting for the following purpose:

(A) Pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss and deliberate the employment, evaluation and duties of the City Manager.

At 6:07 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith reconvened the open meeting to take action as appropriate on matters discussed in the closed meeting. Blomquist made the following motion regarding the evaluation of the City Manager:

1. As of October 1, 2019, increase annual salary by 3%.

2. Effective January 1, 2020, increase annual salary by 2%.

3. Car allowance, phone stipend and Health Insurance Package to remain the same.

4. Increase the monthly contribution to $750.00 a month for his Nationwide 457 (b) retirement savings plan.

5. Extend the current contract from September 30, 2021, to September 30, 2022.

Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Michael Blomquist   Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann   Councilmember Place 1
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Absent: Jackeline Soriano Fountain Councilmember Place 3

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on July 23, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve the minutes as written. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 3-0.

Presentations by Citizens:

1. Ronnie L. Wheeler, Bell County Voiture 1031 Locale Chef de Gare and John Rodgers, Bell County Voiture 1031 Grand Chef de Train, presented the Mayor and City Council with the Forty & Eight “City of the Year” award.

Councilmember McCann arrived at the meeting at 5:03 p.m.

2. Mr. Howard Arey, 2027 Sandy Point, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding the proposed ad valorem tax rate for the City of Harker Heights. No action taken.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance providing for a continuing program of uniform regulations governing the installation, testing and certification of backflow prevention assemblies and technicians, and to permit and control the installation, routine maintenance and inspection of backflow prevention assemblies. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance amending §52.22 of the Code of Harker Heights to establish specific reduction target goals for Drought Response Stages. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Council discussed and considered the ad valorem tax rate, record the vote, schedule public hearings. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. The public hearings will be held on August 27th, and September 3rd, 2019. The proposed tax rate of $0.6770 per $100 valuation will be placed on the September 10th, 2019 Council agenda. Reider made a motion to place a proposal to adopt the tax rate of $0.6770 per $100 valuation on the September 10, 2019 council agenda. Seconded by Blomquist. Mayor Smith conducted a record vote. The results are as follows: Nicholas voted aye, Reider voted aye, Blomquist voted aye, & McCann voted aye. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.
Blomquist made the motion to schedule public hearings for August 27th and September 3rd, 2019. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• July 26th – III Corps and Fort Hood Phantom Honors Ceremony for Retirees at Club Hood
• July 27th – Bark in the Park event at Purser Family Park
• July 27th – Farmers Market at Seton Hospital
• July 30th – City Council Workshop
• July 30th – AUSA Fort Hood Chapter General Membership Meeting at Big Hoss BBQ
• July 31st – Traffic Roundabout Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• August 2nd – Harker Heights City Council and City Staff Annual Budget Retreat at the Activities Center
• August 6th – Hood Hero Award Ceremony and Luncheon at Club Hood
• August 6th – City Council Workshop
• August 7th – First Army Division West Change of Command
• August 7th – Greater Killeen Chamber Public Policy Forum with speaker U. S. Congressman Roger Williams
• August 8th – Guest speaker at the Harker Heights Rotary Club
• August 8th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours gathering at Advent Health
• August 9th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Ribbon-Cutting at Baskin Robbins/Dunkin
• August 9th – Steve Philen Retirement Ceremony at the Activities Center
• August 10th – Educated Angels proclamation at Community Park
• August 12th – 3rd Cavalry Regiment Change of Responsibility

Closed Meeting:

1. At 5:30 p.m. the Mayor announced a closed meeting for the following purpose:

(A) Pursuant to 551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss and deliberate the employment, evaluation and duties of the City Manager.

2. At 5:51 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith reconvened the open meeting to take action as appropriate on matters discussed in the closed meeting. Mayor Smith appointed Councilmember Reider and Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist to meet with the City Manager to discuss and deliberate employment evaluation and duties of the City Manager and they will bring back to the August 27th, 2019 meeting for consideration.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:52 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on July 9, 2019. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

At 5:05 p.m. Councilmember John Reider filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing item number one and left the meeting.

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow uses associated with a B-1 Zoning District or a Real Estate Office on property described as Lot Four (4), Block Ten (10), Highland Oaks Estates Section Three (3), a subdivision in the City of Harker Heights according to the Plat in Cabinet A, Slide 215-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, and Lot One A (1A), Block One (1), Replat of Lot 4, Block B, Highland Oaks Estates, Section One, and Lots 1 & 5, Block 10, Highland Oaks Estates, Section Three, an addition to the City Of Harker Heights, according to the Plat of Record in Cabinet C, Slide 339-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 703 W. Knights Way (W. FM 2410), Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Barry Hinshaw, representative, was present to represent the request. Blomquist made the motion to approve an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow uses associated with B-1 Zoning District. This permit is subject to the following conditions:

1. The property may be used only as (a) a real estate office; or (b) a professional office for doctors, dentists, lawyers, architects, certified public accountants, or registered engineers and surveyors. Any such office may include customary staff associated with such offices or professions.
2. A six foot (6') masonry fence shall be constructed along the rear property boundary. Fences along neighboring properties to either side of the site must be constructed of cedar or pressure treated materials, with support posts located eight feet on center, or other materials and designs as may be approved by the Director of Planning and Development. Additionally, all screening requirements must be completed prior to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy on the property.
3. The architectural style and appearance of the structure shall maintain a residential character.
4. Parking in the rear yard must consist of a permanent, all-weather surface, or decomposed granite. All patrons must park in the designated parking areas. Parking for patrons will not be allowed on the street or on landscaped areas.
5. Any trees removed from the property shall be replaced onsite by trees of a similar type.
6. All exterior lighting shall be fully shielded and down-lit to prevent light trespass onto surrounding properties.
7. Signage shall consist of either:
a. One (1) wall sign not to exceed twenty four (24) square feet may be placed on the front façade wall parallel to the surface to which it is attached. If illuminated, signage must be externally illuminated, shielded and down lit. In addition, one monument sign listed below may be permitted on site.
b. One (1) Monument sign out of the public right-of-way shall be permitted. The sign shall not exceed thirty (30) square feet in area and may not be more than six (6’) feet in height. Signage must be externally illuminated, shielded and down lit.
8. No box or channel letter type signs are permitted.
9. No outside storage will be allowed.
10. Site plan approval is required prior to the issuance of any development permits, including clearing, grading and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP). Site Plans may be approved by the Director or Planning and Development upon determination that the proposal complies with the requirements of Ordinance 2013-16 (Development Overlay District No. 1).
11. The site will comply with all other regulations and requirements within the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances.
Seconded by McCann. The affidavit filed by Councilmember Reider indicates that he has a statutory conflict due to having a substantial interest in a business that stands to realize a special economic effect so he is disqualified from the vote. Thus four (4) members is the number that are qualified here in voting and is considered being the entire Council in this case and so to overturn the decision of the Planning and Zoning Commission, ¾ of four (4) and not ¾ of five (5) Council members or a vote of three (3) to approve is needed. The motion was approved 3-1 with Fountain against.

At 6:20 p.m. Councilmember John Reider returned to the meeting.

At 6:20 p.m. Mayor Smith called for a ten (10) minute break.

Mayor Smith reconvened the meeting at 6:31 p.m.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a request for alcohol services for the 3rd Annual Puerto Rican Heritage Festival at 2410 Community Park on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The applicant withdrew the request. No action taken.

2. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, amending the Parks and Recreation Activenet Online Service Charges in the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Fee Schedule to increase fees by 4%. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Rattlesnake Road 6-Inch Waterline Replacement Project in the amount of $199,990.00 to TTG Utilities, LP. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Fountain thank Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director and Lisa Youngblood, Library Director, for all their work in the Parks and Rec Fest event on July 11th.

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist encouraged everyone to partake of the Farmer’s Market on Saturdays in front of Seton Medical Center.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the Unaudited Financial Statements for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 third quarter Investment Report. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

3. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• July 10th – 3rd Cavalry Regiment Change of Command
• July 15th – Harker Heights Public Forum
• July 16th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop
• July 17th – Killeen Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization (KTMPO) Transportation Policy Planning Board (TPPB)
• July 22nd – American Legion Post 573 Harker Heights Veterans Affairs Clinics Announcement Ceremony

Closed Meeting:

1. At 7:00 p.m. the Mayor announced a closed meeting for the following purposes:

A) Pursuant to §551.074 of the Texas Government Code to discuss and deliberate the appointment of the Municipal Judge.

2. At 7:10 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith reconvened the open meeting to take action as appropriate on matters discussed in the closed meeting. Blomquist made the motion to re-appoint Billy Ray Hall, Jr. as Municipal Judge for a two year term from October 1, 2019 – October 1, 2021, with a 3% cost of living increase and the same benefit package. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Michael Blomquist   Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann   Councilmember Place 1
Jackeline Soriano Fountain  Councilmember Place 3
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Ursula Paddie   Assistant City Secretary
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Absent:
David Mitchell City Manager

At 5:03 p.m. the Mayor called to Order the City of Harker Heights Employee Benefits Trust Meeting.

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City of Harker Heights Employee Benefits Trust awarding contracts for the City of Harker Heights Employee Benefits Trust Group Medical Plan, Vision Benefits, Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, AD&D and Long Term Disability and authorizing the City Manager to enter into such contracts on behalf of the City and the Employee Benefits Trust. Leona Clay, Human Resource Director, introduced the City Consultant, Burke Sunday and Sara Davis, Life and Health Insurance Counselors at Gallagher Benefit Services who made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve a resolution of the City of Harker Heights Employee Benefits Trust awarding contracts for the City of Harker Heights Employee Benefits Trust group medical plan to United Health Care, Superior Vision for vision benefits, Lincoln Financial for dental benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and long term disability benefits and authorizing the City Manager to enter into such contracts on behalf of the City and the Employee Benefits Trust. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

At 5:12 p.m. the Mayor reconvened to the City of Harker Heights Council Meeting.

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City Council of the City of Harker Heights to pay for certain Employee Related Benefits and approving any transfers necessary to fund the Trust. Leona Clay, Human Resource Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a Proclamation to Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, declaring July 2019 as “National Park and Recreation Month”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on June 25, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve the minutes as written. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Presentations by Citizens:

1. Mr. Mark Wang, 4308 Tahuaya Drive, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding water diversion. No action taken.

Public Hearings:

At 5:22 p.m. Councilmember John Reider filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing items number one and left the meeting.

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow uses associated with a B-1 Zoning District or a Real Estate Office on property described as Lot Four (4), Block Ten (10), Highland Oaks Estates Section Three (3), a subdivision in the City of Harker Heights according to the Plat in Cabinet A, Slide 215-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, and Lot One A (1A), Block One (1), Replat of Lot 4, Block B, Highland Oaks Estates, Section One, and Lots 1 & 5, Block 10, Highland Oaks Estates, Section Three, an addition to the City Of Harker Heights, according to the Plat of Record in Cabinet C, Slide 339-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 703 W. Knights Way (W. FM 2410), Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to table the item. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

At 5:26 p.m. Councilmember John Reider returned to the meeting.

2. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to adjust design requirements for 4c Headstart Program on property described as a 0.294 acre tract of land in Bell County, Texas, and the land herein described being part of Lot One (1), Block One (1), City of Harker Heights Harley Drive Addition, of record in Plat Year 2018, Number 119, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 120 Harley Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Janell Frazier, Executive Director, Central Texas 4C, Inc., was present to represent the request. McCann made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered a request by Mike Garcia for a home based business described as Waggy Tails, a professional K9 training and behavioral modification business within a R-1 (One Family Dwelling District) District, on property described as Evergreen Phase One (1), Block Eight (8), Lot Eleven (11), generally located at 2520 Jackson Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Mike Garcia, applicant, was present to represent the request. Blomquist made the motion to approve based upon Staff’s recommendations and findings. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a request by Will Properties, Inc. and Adonias Frias for Concept Plan approval of a Semi-Truck Parking Facility on property described as a 4.149 acre tract of land in Bell County, Texas, being part of the Francis Hughes Survey, Abstract No. 396, and the land herein described being all of a called 0.725 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 659, Official Public Records of Real Property, Bell County, Texas, all of a called 1.017 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 730, and all of a called 2.407 acre tract conveyed to Will Properties, Inc., of Record in Volume 5168, Page 708, Official Public Records of Real Property, Bell County, Texas, generally located within the peninsula between E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Edwards Drive, approximate address of 1212 E. Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. Fountain, Blomquist, Reider, and Nicholas in favor. McCann against. Motion passed 4-1.

2. Council discussed and considered a resolution adopting the Investment Policy of the City of Harker Heights, Texas; authorizing the City’s Investment Broker/Dealer list: and approving a list of Investment Training Sponsors. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the 2019 Street Improvement Projects in the amount of $1,098,279.80 to RT Schneider Construction Company, LTD. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve a resolution awarding a contract for the 2019 Improvement Projects, Parts “A” through “G” in the amount of $1,098,279.80 to RT Schneider Construction Company, LTD. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Staff Reports:

1. Receive and discuss the City Manager’s Report. Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• June 26th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce – Cajon Boiling Crab Ribbon Cutting Event
• June 27th – Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board Meeting
• June 28th – Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Change of Command
• June 28th – Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees
• June 28th – Retirement Ceremony for Col. David R. Gibson
• July 2nd – Harker Heights City Council Workshop
• July 4th – Belton Independence Day Parade
• July 4th – III Corps and Fort Hood Independence Day Appreciation Reception

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on June 11, 2019. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City Council of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to accept TXDOT’s offer of a one-time payment of funds due under the Pass-Through Funding Agreement CSJ No. 0231-03-128. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered authorizing the City Manager to sign a Joint Participation Agreement with Killeen Independent School District and the City of Nolanville for the improvement of a section of Warriors Path generally located in front of the new middle school under construction on Warriors Path. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered the appointment of Councilmembers as the Primary and as the Alternate voting members for the City of Harker Heights on the Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG) Executive Committee. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to appoint Mayor Smith as the Primary and Councilmember Nicholas as the Alternate voting member. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that he attended the following events:
• June 15th – Harker Heights Farmers Market
• June 20th – Military Relations Council 3rd Security Force Assistance Brigades Update Luncheon
• June 24th - Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce – Advent Health PT Solutions Ribbon Cutting

Councilmember McCann stated that she attended the Harker Heights Farmer’s Market and the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• June 13th – Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and Armed Services YMCA ribbon-cutting for the children’s waiting room
• June 18th – City of Harker Heights Employee Recognition Ceremony
• June 22nd – HEB Harker Heights – The Greatest Burger Contest as a judge
• June 22nd – Congressman John Carter TX-31 – Salute to Academy Appointments at Texas A & M University Central Texas

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:03 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on May 28, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

The following agenda items were taken out of order:
Reports of Advisory Boards and Commissions: Items #1 - #6.

Reports of Advisory Boards & Commissions:

1. The Council received a presentation from Marlene DiLillo, Executive Director of the Greater Killeen Free Clinic DBA Greater Killeen Community Clinic regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal year 2019-2020 in the amount of $13,500 from the General Fund. No action taken.

2. The Council received a presentation from Gina Pence, President and CEO of the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 in the amount of $22,500 from the Hotel Motel Fund and $40,000 from the General Fund. No action taken.

3. The Council received a presentation from Dr. Marc A. Nigliazzo, Texas A&M University Central Texas President, regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 in the amount of $12,500 from the General Fund. No action taken.

4. The Council received a presentation from Daniel Hall, Vice President of Resource Development for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 in the amount of $50,000 from the General Fund. No action taken.

5. The Council received a presentation from Janell J. Frazier, Executive Director for Central Texas 4C, Inc. (Head Start) regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 in the amount of $40,000 from the General Fund. No action taken.

6. The Council received a presentation from William Hall, Director of Operations for Families in Crisis regarding a request for outside agency funding for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 in the amount of $24,000 and for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the amount of $12,000 from the General Fund. No action taken.

At 5:50 p.m. Mayor Smith called for a ten (10) minute break.

Mayor Smith reconvened the meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Public Hearings:

At 6:09 p.m. Councilmember Jackeline Soriano Fountain filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing items number one and number two and left the meeting.

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1(M) (One-Family Manufactured Home Dwelling District) to R2-I (Two-Family Infill Dwelling District) on properties described as Lots 1-8 and 11, Block 2; Lots 6-7, Block 3; Lots 8-14 & Adjacent 70’x30’ Strips, Block 3; and Lots 1-16, Block 4, all in Kern Terrace 2nd Extension according to the Plat of Record at Cabinet A, Slide 225-A, Plat Records of Bell County Texas, being generally located at 205, 207, 209, 210, 214, 216, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 227 Jamie Road; 400, 401, 402, 403, 404, 405, 406, 407, 408, 409, 410, 411 N Juanita Drive; And 504, 506, 508 W Nolan Trail, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-MH (Manufactured Home Park District) To PD-B (Planned Development Business) on property described as A0288BC V.L. Evans, Woodlawn Mobile Home Park, Acres 28.867, generally located at 101 N. Roy Reynolds Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Joel Canfield, Open Air Resorts representative, was present to represent the request. Nicholas made the motion to approve with the attached conditions based on staff’s facts and findings. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

At 6:29 p.m. Councilmember Jackeline Soriano Fountain returned to the meeting.

3. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance of the City of Harker Heights, Texas amending the Building Permits Fees Section of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Fee Schedule to remove Valuation-Based Fees from Residential Permits. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

4. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One-Family Dwelling District) to R-2 (Two Family Dwelling District) on property described as 5.461 acres, being part of the H.B. Littlefield Survey, Abstract No. 511, being all of a called 5.44 Acre Tract of Record in Volume 1380, Page 255, Deed Records of Bell County, Texas, also being known as all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 35, all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 36, and a portion of Kiowa Trace, of Comanche Land, an unrecorded subdivision in Bell County, Texas, generally located at the corner of Ute Trail and Warriors Path Road, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve based on staff’s recommendation and findings. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a request by Jerome and Rachel Gomer for Concept Plan approval of 5.461 acre tract of land to accommodate duplex residences on property described as 5.461 acres, being part of the H.B. Littlefield Survey, Abstract No. 511, being all of a called 5.44 Acre Tract of Record in Volume 1380, Page 255, Deed Records of Bell County, Texas, also being known as all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 35, all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 36, and a portion of Kiowa Trace, of Comanche Land, an unrecorded subdivision in Bell County, Texas, generally located at the corner of Ute Trail and Warriors Path Road, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered a request by Jerome and Rachel Gomer for Preliminary Plat approval for the proposed Sapiah Plains Addition, on property described as 5.461 acres, being part of the H.B. Littlefield Survey, Abstract No. 511, being all of a called 5.44 Acre Tract of Record in Volume 1380, Page 255, Deed Records of Bell County, Texas, also being known as all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 35, all of Lots 6 thru 13, Block 36, and a portion of Kiowa Trace, of Comanche Land, an unrecorded subdivision in Bell County, Texas, generally located at the corner of Ute Trail and Warriors Path Road, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered a request by Ubet Investments, LLC for Preliminary Plat approval for a proposed Re-Plat of property described as Lot One (1), Block Fifteen (15), and Lot One (1) and Part of Lot Two (2), Block Twenty-One (21), an addition to the City of Harker Heights in Bell County, Texas, as it appears upon the map recorded in Cabinet A, Slide 184-A of the Bell County Plat Records, and embracing the tract described to Ubet Investments, LLC, Series 102, Property #2, Recorded in Document Number 2018-00031165 of the Bell County Official Public Records, generally located at 1300 Chiricahua Trace and 1416 Shoshoni Trail, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and sign a contract for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire Services Billing and Electronic Patient Care Reporting System with Ambulance Medical Billing (AMB). Paul Sims, Fire Chief, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by McCann. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that on June 10th he attended the Bell County Public Health District Quarterly Meeting as the representative for the City of Harker Heights.

Councilmember Fountain stated that on June 10th she attended the LULAC Herrencia Council 4298 monthly meeting.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
May 30th – Texas Save Our Youth meeting regarding Human Trafficking at the Killeen Community Center
May 31st – III Corps Retirement Ceremony at the Phantom Warrior Club Fort Hood
May 31st – 1st Cavalry Division Farewell and Patch Ceremony and Retreat
June 1st – Harker Heights Disabled American Veterans #29 Meeting with speaker Representative Brad Buckley
June 3rd – Harker Heights Police Department Swearing in Ceremony for Eric Woodruff
June 4th – Harker Heights City Council Workshop
June 5th – III Corps Award Ceremony for Lieutenant General Paul E. Funk, II and Dr. Funk
June 5th – III Corps Promotion Ceremony for Lieutenant General White
June 5th – III Corps Change of Command from Lieutenant General Funk to Lieutenant General White
June 6th – Harker Heights Vision XXI Class presentation
June 7th – 1st Cavalry Division Headquarters Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
June 7th – 1st Cavalry Division Spirit of the CAV and Retreat Ceremony
June 8th – Mega Future Soldier Event at Goode-Connell Park with Harker Heights Army Recruiters

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 7:09 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:02 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Joyce Meyer, Senior Volunteer and Sara Gibbs, Activities Coordinator, proclaiming May 2019 as “Older Americans Month”.

2. Mayor Spencer H. Smith and Lisa Youngblood, Library Director, recognized Harker Heights High School Senior students, Ian Reid, Jayson Bohac, Amy Grace Mercer, and Celestial Stringham for their accomplishments as Members of the City of Harker Heights Knights of the Round Table. Ian Reid and Amy Grace Mercer were in attendance.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on May 14, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Presentations by Citizens:

1. The Council received a presentation from David Blackburn, Bell County Judge/Hill Country Transit District Board Chairman and Darrell Burtner, Director of Urban Operations for the Hill Country Transit District (“The HOP”), regarding their Fiscal Year 2020 preliminary budget and services. No action taken.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance amending Chapter 155 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances to establish the definition of a brewpub and winery, and to allow their use in certain zoning districts. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the annual supply of water meters in the amount of $101,654.00 to Core & Main. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution adopting a Long-Term Debt Policy for the City of Harker Heights. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Blomquist stated that he attended the Harker Heights Farmers Market at Seton Medical Center on Saturday, May 18th and Saturday, May 25th and the Kitten Shower on Sunday, May 19th.

Councilmember Fountain stated that she attended the Memorial Day Ceremony at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Harker Heights on Monday, May 27th and the VFW Veteran’s Ceremony on Sunday, May 25th. Fountain thanked Nichole Broemer, Activities Center & Events Manager, for putting on the City of Harker Heights Memorial Day Parade. Fountain stated that she attended Congressman Carter’s Women’s Advisory Council Meeting in which he introduced two the following two bills: the Military Spouses Employment Act to provide employers a new tax credit to hire qualified military spouses and the Military Base Operations and Infrastructure Innovative Management Act to establish a pilot program to promote the use of technologies on military installations. The employed technology will be aimed at improving the performance of infrastructure systems, communications, safety, energy use, time management, and base operations services.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• May 15th – 1st Cavalry Division Distinguished Service Recognition Ceremony
• May 15th – Retiring Councilmember Hal Schiffman Reception
• May 16th – III Corps and Fort Hood Cavazos Mission Training Complex Memorial and Dedication Ceremony
• May 16th – 3rd Cavalry Regiment’s Garden Party
• May 17th – III Corps and Fort Hood Phantom Honors Welcome Ceremony in honor of Major General Gerald M. Strickland, Incoming Deputy to the Commanding General III Corps and Fort Hood
• May 18th – City of Harker Heights Trash Off Event
• May 20th – III Corps Phantom Honors Farewell Dinner in honor of Lieutenant General Paul E. Funk, II, Commanding General, III Corps and Fort Hood and Dr. Funk
• May 21st - III Corps Awards Ceremony in honor of Colonel Henry C. Perry, Jr.
• May 21st – City of Harker Heights City Council Workshop
• May 23rd – Central Texas Council of Government (CTCOG) Executive Board Meeting in Belton
• May 23rd – Killeen ISD Education Foundation Starmakers Academic Recognition Banquet
• May 25th – City of Harker Heights Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
• May 27th – Memorial Day Ceremony at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Jackeline Soriano Fountain  Mayor Pro-tem
Jennifer McCann   Councilmember Place 1
Michael Blomquist   Councilmember Place 2
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Ursula Paddie   Assistant City Secretary
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Absent: Patricia Brunson Assistant City Manager

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Mike Beard, Building Inspector, proclaiming May 2019 as “Building Safety Month”.

2. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Police Chief Gadd, proclaiming May 12 – 18, 2019 as “National Police Week”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on April 23, 2019, and May 7, 2019. Blomquist made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One Family Dwelling District) to R2-I (Two Family Infill Dwelling District) on property described as Lot Twenty-Two (22), Block Three (3), Kern Acres, First Extension and Revision, according to a map or plat of Record In Cabinet A, Slide 223-D, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 504 S. Juanita Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Tim Boose was present to represent the request. Fountain made the motion to approve based on staff’s recommendations and findings. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance modifying the Code of Harker Heights Chapter 74, Schedule V and Schedule VI, by removing three (3) Stop Signs at Commercial Drive & Heights Drive and adding four (4) Yield Signs at Commercial Drive & Heights Drive. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Harker Heights, Texas, and the Bell County Public Health District to provide Mass Prophylaxis/Vaccine Dispensing Locations. Chief Sims, Fire Chief, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the City Hall Marshal Station Expansion/Renovation Project in the amount of $78,932.00 to FCO Construction Services, LLC. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, authorizing the Membership and approval of an Interlocal Participation Agreement with the GoodBuy Purchasing Cooperative and authorize the City Manager to sign the contract on behalf of the City. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, finding that Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s application for approval to amend its Distribution Cost Recovery Factor pursuant to 16 Texas Administration Code § 25.243 to increase Distribution Rates within the City should be denied; finding that the City’s reasonable Rate Case Expenses shall be reimbursed by the Company; finding that the Meeting at which this resolution is passed is open to the public as required by law; requiring notice of this resolution to the Company and Legal Counsel. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

5. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and sign a Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan Contract with Luck Design Team. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

6. Council received and discussed a presentation on an update to Chapter 155 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances to allow Brewpubs and Wineries. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation.

7. Council received and discussed a presentation on an update to Chapter 155 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances to allow Small-Scale Kenneling as a Home Occupation. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation.

8. Council discussed and considered the appointment of the Mayor Pro-tem. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to appoint Councilmember Michael Blomquist as Mayor Pro-tem for the term May 2019-May 2020. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Fountain stated that she attended the III Corps and Fort Hood Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees and presented a proclamation at the National Prayer Day. Fountain stated that she attended the Harker Heights Annual Academic Achievement Ceremony to honor the Harker Heights High School seniors that are enlisting in the military.

Councilmember Nicholas stated that on Friday, May 10th she attended the Bell County Police Officers Memorial Ceremony.

Councilmember Blomquist stated that he attended the Disabled American Veteran’s monthly meeting.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• April 24th – Went to the Austin Capitol to attend the House Calendar Committee Meeting
• April 26th – Attended the Meadows Elementary School Career Day Event
• April 26th – Attended the III Corps and Fort Hood Phantom Honors Ceremony for Fort Hood Retirees
• April 27th – Attended the Harker Heights Friends of the Library Book Sale
• April 27th – Attended and was a Judge at the Lemonade Day Event at the Harker Heights Community Park
• April 27th – Attended the National Mounted Warfare Foundation Homecoming for Heroes V Gala
• April 29th – Attended the Disabled American Veteran’s monthly meeting
• May 4th – Attended the First day of the Harker Heights Farmer’s Market
• May 4th – Was present for the Harker Heights Election results
• May 6th – Attended the Bell County Communications Center’s 20th Anniversary Event
• May 6th - Attended the Farewell Dinner in honor of Col. Henry C. Perry, Jr.
• May 7th – Attended the III Corps and Fort Hood, Hood Hero Award Ceremony and Luncheon
• May 9th – Attended the III Corps and U. S. Army Garrison Hall of Fame Induction and U. S. Army Garrison Quarterly Civilian Employee Recognition Ceremony
• May 10th – Attended the Bell County Police Officers Memorial Ceremony
• May 10th – Attended the Harker Heights High School Junior ROTC Award Ceremony
• May 14th – Attended the Harker Heights Kiwanis Club Scholarship Awards Ceremony

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Jackeline Soriano Fountain  Mayor Pro-tem
Michael Blomquist   Councilmember Place 2
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Absent:
Hal Schiffman Councilmember Place 1

New Business

1. The Council canvassed the Election Returns for the May 4, 2019 Municipal Election. Councilmember Blomquist and Councilmember Reider stepped out at 3:03 p.m. to tabulate the ballots. The results are as follows:

TOTAL VOTERS – 783

COUNCIL PLACE 1 CANDIDATES TOTAL VOTES
Jeffrey Keith Harris 310

Jennifer Michelle McCann 472

COUNCIL PLACE 3 CANDIDATE TOTAL VOTES
Jackeline Soriano Fountain 620

Councilmember Blomquist and Councilmember Reider returned to the dais at 3:12 p.m.

Jennifer Michelle McCann, was declared the winner for Councilmember, Place 1 and Jackeline Soriano Fountain, uncontested for her second term, was declared the winner for Councilmember, Place 3, both three year terms (2019-2022).

Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Burk Roberts, City Attorney, administered the Oath of Office to Jennifer Michelle McCann to serve as Councilmember, Place 1, for a three year term ending May, 2022, and to Jackeline Soriano Fountain to serve as Councilmember, Place 3, for a three year term ending May, 2022.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 3:17 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Jackeline Soriano Fountain  Mayor Pro-tem
Hal Schiffman   Councilmember Place 1
Michael Blomquist   Councilmember Place 2
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, Adam Trujillo, Activities Center Specialist, and Angie Wilson, Parks and Recreation Board Chairperson, proclaiming April 27, 2019, as “Arbor Day”.

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on April 9, 2019.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign The Harker Heights Public Library Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2017-18 and 2018 System Membership Application Form for the Texas State Library System.

Reider made the motion to approve Consent Items #1 and #2. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider adopting an ordinance amending the General Fund Budget for the City of Harker Heights, Texas for the Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered the waiver of liens on Valley View Addition, Block 001, Lot 0007 located at 114 East Valley Road, Harker Heights, Texas. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Jamie Herring, requestor, was present to represent the request. Reider made the motion to reduce the liens to $9,179.00 subject to a Building permit being issued. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance amending Chapter 90 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances to create an Animal Abuser Registry and prohibit certain persons from possessing animals in the City. Gary Bates, IT Director, made the presentation. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing continued participation with the Steering Committee of Cities served by Oncor; and authorizing the payment of eight cents per capita to the Steering Committee to fund regulatory and legal proceedings and activities related to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Pro-tem Fountain stated that she attended a Harker Heights Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Carter. Congressman Carter discussed the following Legislation:
• Securing Energy Infrastructure Act
• Children of Fallen Warriors AMT Relief Act
• Veterans Transplant Coverage Act
• Justice Served Act

Councilmember Blomquist encouraged all citizens to vote in the May 4, 2019 City of Harker Heights City Councilmember Election.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the FY 2018-2019 Second Quarter Investment Report. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• April 11th – Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Committee Meeting
• April 12th – 1st Cavalry Division 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team Change of Command
• April 12th – Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Political Forum for the Harker Heights Councilmember Candidates and the Central Texas College Candidates
• April 12th – Nolanville Elementary School Spring Fling Ribbon Cutting
• April 13th – III Corps & Fort Hood Warfighter Exercise 19-4 Community Leaders Day
• April 13th – Harker Heights Easter Egg Hunt at the Activity Center
• April 15th - Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Political Forum for the KISD Trustee Candidates
• April 17th – Incredible Kid Celebration at the Bell County Expo
• April 20th – Met with Cub Scout Pack 255 at the Harker Heights Community Park
• April 21st – Participated in the Sunrise Easter Service at Carl Levin Park and the United Methodist Church Easter Breakfast at the Harker Heights Activity Center
• April 23rd – Attended the Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Carter at the Harker Heights Activity Center

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:54 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Mayoral Proclamations and Presentations:

1. The Mayor presented a proclamation to Lisa Youngblood, Library Director, proclaiming April 7-13, 2019, as “National Library Week”.

2. Fire Chief Sims presented the proceeds in the amount of $3,660.00 from the 2018 Fire Department Calendar Sales to Jessica Giese, Pet Adoption Manager, for the Pet Adoption Center (PAC).

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on March 26, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing on the need to continue sections 130.20 through 130.25 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances defining a Curfew for Minors in the City of Harker Heights, and discuss and consider whether such subchapter will be continued, abolished or modified. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Carl Levin New Restroom Facility Project in the amount of $210,000.00 to Holy Contractors, LLC. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Carl Levin New Restroom Facility Utility Extensions Project in the amount of $141,036.86 to Holy Contractors, LLC. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Schiffman thanked Mayor Smith for representing the City and City Council at the Phantom Honors Award and Farewell Ceremony in Honor of Major General Felix G. Gedney, Deputy to the Commanding General, III Corps.

Mayor Pro-tem Fountain thanked the Parks and Recreation Director for getting and having put in the new restroom facility at the Carl Levin Park.

Councilmember Schiffman thanked Fire Chief Sims and his department for the fundraiser they did for the Pet Adoption Center (PAC).

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the Unaudited Financial Statements for the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• On March 27th, and 28th he was in Austin to attend the National Water Now Alliance Summit.
• On March 29th, he attended the VFW 3892 National Veteran’s Day Ceremony.
• On March 29th, he attended the Tactical Air Control Party Association 24 hour challenge and 5k run at Carl Levin Park.
• On March 30th, he, Mayor Pro-tem Fountain and Councilmember Nicholas attended the Sociedad Cultural Hispanoamericana 43rd Anniversary Banquet.
• On April 3rd, he, Mayor Pro-tem Fountain and Councilmembers Schiffman and Nicholas attended the Phantom Honors Award and Farewell Ceremony in Honor of Major General Felix G. Gedney, Deputy to the Commanding General, III Corps.
• On April 5th, he attended the Educated Angels Gala at Club Hood.
• On April 8th, he along with David Mitchell, City Manager and Jerry Bark, Public Relations Director, were in Austin to give testimony to the House Appropriations Committee on Representative Buckley’s House Bill 634 regarding 100% Disabled Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on March 12, 2019. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

Mayor Smith moved Public Hearing Item 1 to after New Business Item 2.

2. Council conducted a public hearing on the need to continue sections 130.20 through 130.25 of the Harker Heights Code of Ordinances defining a Curfew for Minors in the City of Harker Heights, and discuss and consider whether such subchapter will be continued, abolished or modified. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. The second Public Hearing is scheduled for April 9, 2019. No action taken.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing continued participation with the Atmos Cities Steering Committee; and authorizing the payment of five cents per capita to the Atmos Cities Steering Committee to fund regulatory and related activities related to Atmos Energy Corporation. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for a concession agreement to Mama’s Soul Catering and Concessions, LLC for one year, with the City having two successive one-year options to renew for a maximum combined term of three years, and authorizing the City Manager to enter such contract on behalf of the City. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve adopting a resolution awarding a contract for a concession agreement to Mama’ Soul for one year, with the City having two successive one-year options to renew for a maximum term of three years, and authorizing the City Manager to enter into such contract on behalf of the City. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Mayor Smith returned to Public Hearing Item 2.

Public Hearing:

At 5:15 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith filed an Affidavit for Conflict of Interest for Public Hearing item number one and left the meeting. Mayor Pro-tem Jackeline Soriano Fountain took the Mayor’s seat.

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow an accessory dwelling unit on property described as part of Lot Eight (8) and all of Lot Nine (9) and Lot Ten (10), Block Four (4), Hidden Valley Estates, an addition in Bell County, Texas, recorded in Cabinet A, Slide 212-A, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 2223 Fuller Lane, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Tara K. Ortiz was present to represent the request. Schiffman made the motion to grant a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a period of six (6) months after which the structure/camper will be removed from the property permanently. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Mayor Pro-tem Fountain called for a brief break at 5:36 p.m.

At 5:38 p.m. Mayor Spencer H. Smith returned to the meeting.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Blomquist stated that on March 19th he attended the Veteran’s Council meeting at the Rec Center with the Parks and Recreation Department representatives. They discussed the 3rd Cavalry Regiment Welcome Home Celebration, and discussed the Memorial Day Parade preparations.

Mayor Pro-tem Soriano Fountain stated that the 3rd Cavalry Regiment Welcome Home Celebration was, as stated by the Commander of the Unit, by far a first class event. Fountain stated that it is great to be a part of the City and see everyone come together and make our soldiers welcome.

Mayor Smith stated that he along with Mayor Pro-tem Fountain and Councilmember Nicholas attended the Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity Gala over in Temple. The Fort Hood Area Habitat for Humanity attempted to get a club through the local universities and colleges but had no takers, but had a group from the Harker Heights High School and only the Harker Heights High School Club was the only one in the area.

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• Attended the 100th Anniversary for the American Legion with the Harker Heights American Legion Post.
• Participated in the Texas Mayors of Military Communities Conference Call with the Focus Advocacy Group working on Military issues with the 86th Legislature.
• Attended along with Councilmembers Schiffman, Blomquist, Nicholas and Mayor Pro-tem Soriano Fountain the Operational Test Command (OTC), Command Team Luncheon Update of what is going on at West Fort Hood.
• Attended the 3rd Cavalry Regiment Welcome Home Celebration.
• Attended along with Councilmember Schiffman and Mayor Pro-tem Soriano Fountain, the III Corps Distinguished Service Cross Ceremony at the 1st Cavalry Division Headquarters.
• Attended the No Host dinner with members of the Fort Hood Staff Delegation in Copperas Cove.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Councilmember Schiffman stated his appreciation to Staff and Jerry Bark, Director of Public Relations for the Legislature Bills of interest list, it is very helpful and of great utility.

Councilmember Blomquist thanked Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, City Staff, and the City Manager for signing the document that is on its way to the Corps of Engineers regarding the City’s request for Dana Peak Park. It has been a hugh undertaking and this takes the City one step closer to seeing Dana Peak Park as a new park for the City of Harker Heights.

Announcements:

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:48 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:02 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on February 26, 2019.

2. Council discussed and considered appointing Patricia Darnell as Election Judge and Deborah Kimbrel as Alternate Judge for the May 04, 2019, Joint Municipal Election with Killeen Independent School District and Central Texas College. Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager, made the presentation.

Fountain made the motion to approve Consent Items #1 and #2. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow an accessory dwelling unit on property described as part of Lot Eight (8) and all of Lot Nine (9) and Lot Ten (10), Block Four (4), Hidden Valley Estates, an addition in Bell County, Texas, recorded in Cabinet A, Slide 212-A, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 2223 Fuller Lane, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to table the request until Council has the opportunity to discuss the issue with the owner/applicant. Seconded by Nicholas. Reider, Schiffman, Blomquist, and Nicholas in favor. Fountain against. Motion passed 4-1.

2. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One-Family Dwelling District) to R-2 (Two Family Dwelling District) on property described as Lot Twelve A (12-A), Block Eight (8), of the re-plat of Lots 12-14, Block 8, Wildewood Acres, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas, according to the Plat of Record in Cabinet B, Slide 76-A, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, and 10’ adjacent strip on South, generally located at 926 Maplewood Dr., Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Wayne Key was present to represent the request. Reider made the motion to approve based on staff’s recommendation and findings. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One-Family Dwelling District) to B-3 (Local Business District) on property described as Lots Eight (8) and Nine (9), Block B, Kern Valley First Extension, according to the Plat of Record in Cabinet A, Slide 229-C, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 514 And 516 Clore Road, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Jared O’Brien was present to represent the request. Schiffman made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Reports of Advisory Boards & Commissions:

Councilmember Blomquist stated that he attended the Bell County Public Health District Quarterly Meeting and the following important issues were discussed:
• There has been one confirmed case of measles in West Bell County, one in Denton and one in San Antonio, and several suspected cases that were negative.
• Dr. Janice Smith gave an update on the Temple and Killeen Clinics and stated that they are looking at hiring another Nurse Practitioner to insure that the case loads are being met.
• Cathy Brem gave an update on the Mobile Pod Exercise.
• House Bill 749 dealing with Tobacco 21 Legislation which would increase the age to 21 for tobacco use and would include e-cigarettes. They discussed asking for Cities to support the Legislation.

Councilmember Schiffman stated at the Central Texas Council of Governments meeting, they were informed that texting to 911 is now active and will get the same response as calling 911.

Items from Council:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the Harker Heights Volunteer Reception and Award Ceremony and that it was a good event. Mayor Smith commended Lisa Youngblood, Library Director and her staff for all of their work on the event. Mayor Smith stated that he attended the following events:
• Meadows Elementary Read across America for celebrating Dr. Seuss
• Harker Heights High School Football boot camp at 3rd Corps versus Killeen High School event
• Attended and threw out the first pitch at the Harker Heights boys’ Varsity Baseball game
• Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Town Hall meeting with District 54 Representative Dr. Buckley.

Mayor Pro-tem Fountain stated that she attended the Meadows Elementary Dr. Seuss reading and the First Dominican Parade.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager made the presentation. No action taken.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:52 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on February 12, 2019. Fountain made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with Killeen Independent School District (KISD) and Central Texas College (CTC) to conduct a joint election for the May 04, 2019, Municipal Election, the KISD Trustee Election and the Central Texas Trustee Election. Patty Brunson, Assistant City Manager, made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to abandon (vacate) a portion of the Commercial Drive Public Right-Of-Way (0.012 Acres) located on the re-plat of the Colgate Addition, an addition to the City of Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas, According To The Map Or Plat Of Record In Plat Year 2019, Number 1, Plat Records Of Bell County. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered a resolution of the City of Harker Heights awarding a contract for Benefits Consultant Services to Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. and authorize the City Manager to enter into such contract on behalf of the City. Patty Brunson, Assistant City Manager, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the Grant Program administered by the Office of the Governor for funding the purchase of One Digital Crime Scene Reconstruction Diagraming Station. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve the resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the grant program in the amount of $27,643.00 administered by the Office of the Governor for funding the purchase of one Digital Crime Scene Reconstruction Diagraming Station. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in a Homeland Security Grant Program administered by the Office of the Governor, for funding the purchase of One Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone). Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in a Homeland Security Grant program administered by the Office of the Governor, for funding the purchase of one Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone) and training. Seconded by Fountain. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the Grant Program administered by the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grants, LRAD Corporation, for funding the purchase of 31 Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKS), 5 Mass Casualty Kits (25 Individual Kits) and 25 Vehicle IFAKS. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

5. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the Homeland Security Grants Division Program for funding of the Crisis Response System for the Tactical and Negotiations Team. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve the resolution authorizing the City’s application for a grant through the Homeland Security Grants Division Program in the amount of $19,999.95 with no cash match required. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

6. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the General Victim Assistance Direct Services Program Grant for funding of the Healthy Homes Program. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve the resolution authorizing the City’s application for a grant through the General Victims Assistance Direct Services Program in the amount of $63,090.00, including in-kind match and no cash match. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

7. Council discussed and considered approval of the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, and Dane Legg, Lott, Vernon and Company, P.C., made the presentation. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Reports of Advisory Boards & Commissions:

1. Council received and discussed a presentation regarding the 2018 Annual Summary Reports of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Building and Standards Commission. Larry Robison, Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman, made the presentation. No action taken.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed a staff report regarding the Harker Heights Police Department and Harker Heights Fire Department’s Racial Profiling Data Reports for the calendar year 2018. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith complemented Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, on the Harker Heights Youth Soccer Night event. Mayor Spencer stated that he and Councilmembers Nicholas and Schiffman attended the Military Order of the Purple Heart Ball. He attended the Killeen-Temple Metropolitan Planning Transportation Policy Board Meeting, and the Retiree Ceremony III Corps Phantom Hero’s Event. Mayor Spencer stated that he along with David Mitchell, City Manager and Councilmember Schiffman attended the III Corps Update Luncheon with Lt. General Paul E Funk II, III Corps' Commanding General sponsored by the Killeen Chamber of Commerce Military Relations Council.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on January 22, 2019.

2. Council discussed and considered approving an Order for Municipal Election to be held on May 04, 2019, for the purpose of electing Council Member, Place 1, and Council Member, Place 3 for a three-year term (2019-2022) for the City of Harker Heights.

3. Council discussed and considered approving a contract with Bell County authorizing the City to use their election equipment for the May 04, 2019, Municipal Election.

Fountain made the motion to approve Consent Items #1, #2 and #3. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Public Hearings:

1. Council conducted a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R1-M (One-Family Manufactured Home Dwelling District) to R-2 (Two-Family Dwelling District) on property described as Lot Six-A (6A), Block Nine (9), Replat of Lots 5–8, Block 9, Wildewood Acres, an addition to the City of Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas, according to the plat of record in Cabinet B, Slide 83-A, Plat Records of Bell County, Texas, and a 10’ Strip Adjacent on North, generally located at 913 Ashwood Drive, Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve based on staff’s recommendation and findings. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

2. Conduct a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an ordinance to change zoning designation from R-1 (One-Family Dwelling District) to R1-R (Rural One-Family Dwelling District) to allow a large accessory structure on property described as approximately 72.452 acres of land out of the J.M. Cross Survey, Abstract No. 179, being out of that 74.37 acre tract of land conveyed to John Allan Hamilton as recorded in Volume 2291, Page 568, Deed Records of Bell County, Texas, generally located at 12411 E. FM 2410 (E. Knights Way), Harker Heights, Bell County, Texas. Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 5-0.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Blomquist stated that on January 25th, he and the Mayor attended the III Corps monthly Retirement Ceremony where nine (9) soldiers and their families were honored for their service to our country.

Mayor pro-tem Fountain, on behalf of the Fountain family, thanked everyone for their prayers and thoughts during the time of loss in her family.

Mayor Smith stated that on January 23rd he attended the Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Council luncheon held at Central Texas College where new County Judge David Blackburn and Killeen Mayor Segarra spoke about some items that were germane to the City of Harker Heights. Mayor Smith also attended the Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG) Annual Membership meeting at the Expo and was able to have contact with people as the City participates with the CTCOG and the Killeen-Temple Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation issues. On January 28th, he participated in a teleconference with a group called Focus Advocacy and a group the City is a part of which is called the Texas Mayors of Military Communities, which is a group that lobbies for issues that are germane to the City as a Military community and some of the issues that are very important to the City as far as the City’s #1 priority on trying to get assistance with property tax issues. Mayor Smith attended the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet and stated the Fireman and Police Officer of the Year Award were well deserves and shows to the community the outstanding work being done by those departments. He, along with Councilmember Blomquist, attended the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on January 30th, and commended the Board for all the work they put into it. Mayor Smith attended the Hood Hero’s Banquet on February 5th, the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce Killeen Independent School District Luncheon featuring Dr. John Craft on February 6th, the Texas A&M Central Texas Sweet Success Gala for Lemonade Day on February 7th, and the Harker Heights Kiwanis Pancake Supper at the Harker Heights Elementary School on February 9th.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:29 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:
Spencer H. Smith    Mayor
Hal Schiffman    Councilmember Place 1
Michael Blomquist    Councilmember Place 2
John Reider    Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas    Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell    City Manager
Patricia Brunson    Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts    City Attorney

Absent: Jackeline Soriano Fountain Mayor Pro-tem

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on January 8, 2019. Reider made the motion to approve as presented. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered adopting an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of City Of Harker Heights, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2019, in a maximum aggregate principal amount of $4,000,000; levying a tax in payment thereof; authorizing the sale of said certificates of obligation; authorizing the execution and delivery of a paying agent/registrar agreement; approving the official statement; finding and determining that the meeting at which this ordinance is passed is open to the public as required by law; and enacting other provisions relating thereto. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. The City’s Financial Advisor, Garry Kimball of Specialized Public Finance was present to review the rates and process for funding. Schiffman the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and sign a Design-Build Contract with Hill and Wilkinson General Contractors for the Fire Station #2 remodel, renovation and addition. Paul Sims, Fire Chief, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

3. Council discussed and considered approving an ordinance granting a variance of Harker Heights Code of Ordinances §112.02 to allow the sale of beer and other alcoholic beverages within 300 feet of a church on property located at 1350 E. FM 2410, as permitted by Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Section 109.33(E). Joseph Molis, Planning and Development Director, made the presentation. John Vela was present to represent the request. Nicholas made the motion to approve. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

4. Council discussed and considered approving a request for alcohol services for the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce “Mug Run Series” Events scheduled for July 6, September 14, and December 14, 2019, at the 2410 Community Park. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve a request for alcohol services for the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce “Mug Run” Series at the 2410 Community Park for July 6, September 7, and December 14. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

5. Council discussed and considered approving a request for Alcohol Services for the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce “Central Texas Food, Wine & Brew Festival” at 2410 Community Park on Saturday, September 14, 2019. Jeff Achee, Parks and Recreation Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

6. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $634,625.00 to A&M Construction and Utilities, Inc. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion passed 4-0.

7. Council discussed and considered the appointment of a Councilmember to the Hill Country Transit Authority Board for a four year term ending January 7, 2023. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to appoint Council member Reider to the Hill Country Transit Authority Board for a four year term ending January 7, 2023. Seconded by Blomquist. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Items from Council:

Mayor Smith stated that he attended the Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day breakfast and program at the Harker Heights Community Church and he attended the Fort Hood III Corps. Shoemaker Center Dedication.

Councilmember Blomquist thanked Fire Chief Sims for coordinating with the Corps of Engineers and the Forestry Service in starting the fire break clearing along the southern border of Harker Heights between the Corps of Engineers’ property and Harker Heights.

Councilmember Schiffman stated that he was contacted by a citizen reporting a water leak. He passed the information to the Public Works Department and about 20 minutes later got a call from Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, informing him that the situation had been investigated and handled. Mr. Schiffman stated he appreciates the Public Works continued real responsive support of the constituents.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the FY 2018-2019 First Quarter Investment Report. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

2. Council received and discussed the Unaudited Financial Statements for the First Quarter of FY 2018-2019. Alberta Barrett, Finance Director, made the presentation. No action taken.

3. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

Minutes of the City Council Meeting held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, in the Kitty Young Council Chamber at the Harker Heights City Hall at 305 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights, Texas 76548:

Roll Call:

Spencer H. Smith   Mayor
Hal Schiffman   Councilmember Place 1
Michael Blomquist   Councilmember Place 2
John Reider   Councilmember Place 4
Jody Nicholas   Councilmember Place 5

David Mitchell   City Manager
Patricia Brunson   Assistant City Manager
Burk Roberts   City Attorney

Absent:

Jackeline Soriano Fountain Mayor Pro-tem

Consent Items:

1. Council discussed and considered approving the minutes of the meeting held on December 11, 2018. Reider made the motion to approve as written. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Presentations by Citizens:

1. The Council received and discussed a presentation regarding the Child Safety Fund. Shay Luedeke, Bell County Tax Assessor-Collector, was in attendance and presented the City with a check for $33,157.54.00 from the Bell County Child Safety Fund. No action taken.

2. Mr. Howard Arey, 2027 Sandy Point, Harker Heights, Texas 76548, gave a short presentation regarding solar regulations within the City Limits of the City of Harker Heights. No action taken.

New Business:

1. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution authorizing the City’s participation in the Grant Program provided by the Texas Department of Transportation, Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant, for funding the salaries of officers to conduct direct traffic enforcement in identified traffic problem areas. Phil Gadd, Police Chief, made the presentation. Blomquist made the motion to approve. Seconded by Nicholas. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

2. Council discussed and considered approving a resolution of the City of Harker Heights, Texas, in support of Bell County Water Control & Improvement District Number One’s (WCID #1) efforts to expand the WCID #1 District Boundary and expand and modify its Board representation to include all of its wholesale customers. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. Schiffman made the motion to approve a resolution of the City of Harker Heights, Texas in support of the Bell County Water Control & Improvement District Number One’s (WCID #1) efforts to expand the WCID #1 District Boundary and forfeit its taxing authority in order to modify its Board representation to include all of its wholesale customers. Seconded by Reider. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

3. Discuss and consider approving a resolution awarding a contract for the Wastewater Interceptor Line “A” Project in the amount of $574,482.10 to Bruce Flanigan Construction, Inc. Mark Hyde, Public Works Director, made the presentation. Reider made the motion to approve. Seconded by Schiffman. All in favor. Motion approved 4-0.

Items from Council:

Councilmember Reider thanked the Mayor, Councilmembers Blomquist and Schiffman for attending his father’s funeral and thanked the Harker Heights Pet Adoption Center for accepting donations, which he requested in lieu of flowers, for the Pet Adoption Center in his father’s name.

Mayor Smith stated that on Saturday he attended the visitation at Crawford-Bowers Copperas Cove, for Mayor Frank Seffrood and expressed condolences from the City of Harker Heights to his wife Rita Seffrood.

Staff Reports:

1. Council received and discussed the City Manager’s Report. David Mitchell, City Manager, made the presentation. No action taken.

Announcements:

Mayor Smith stated that he spent the day in Austin and spoke briefly with Senator Buckingham, met with Representative Buckley’s Office and spoke with Representative Hugh Shine of District 55. Mayor Smith stated that he saw Jerry Bark, Director of Public Relations, and commended him for doing an outstanding job.

Adjournment:

There being no further business the City of Harker Heights City Council Meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

Spencer H. Smith, Mayor

ATTEST:

Patricia Brunson, Assistant City Manager

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