City of Willow Park

The City Council meeting addressed multiple administrative and developmental items. Key actions included scheduling upcoming public hearings and a special meeting regarding Extra Territorial Jurisdiction boundary adjustments with the City of Annetta North, and holding a public hearing on potential rezoning for senior living facilities and medical offices. The council received a Public Works report and authorized limited utility and site development for a neighborhood project. Additionally, the council approved the sale of a used rescue truck to the College Mound Volunteer Fire Department, appointed members to the Bond Advisory Committee, and adopted an ordinance modifying processes for city council meetings. An executive session was held regarding personnel and economic development, resulting in the approval of an amended employment agreement for the City Administrator.

The meeting included a citizen presentation regarding a local newspaper article. Key administrative actions involved accepting the resignation of Councilmember Brian Thornburg. In Public Works, the Council authorized the City Administrator to seek cost estimates for acquiring a package wastewater treatment plant. Discussions covered updating the City Council Rules and Procedures, with a directive to form a committee. Announcements detailed the proposed formation of three Advisory Committees to facilitate the procurement of professional services for the wastewater treatment plant, street repair/maintenance, and a public safety building. During executive session, consultation with the attorney and personnel matters were discussed. Upon reconvening, Norman Hogue was appointed to fill the vacated city council seat.

The meeting commenced with public comments regarding the opening of a new local establishment. Key agenda items included a public hearing and subsequent approval of Ordinance 832-21, which annexed a 20.31-acre tract of land located between Yucca Road and Royal View Drive. The Council also approved the Final Plat of a Replat Block E, Crown Pointe Addition, Phase IV. Two zoning amendments were considered and acted upon: one ordinance removed 'Public Storage and Climate Controlled Public Storage' as permitted uses in all zoning districts, and another ordinance introduced definitions and classifications for 'Commercial Amusement -- Indoor' and 'Commercial Amusement -- Outdoor' uses in the C-Commercial and LI -- Light Industrial Districts. Furthermore, a resolution was approved adopting the Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan for the storm water drainage impact fee, followed by approving a resolution setting a future public hearing date to consider the imposition of the fee. A budget workshop was held to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and tax rate, and items for future meetings were determined. The session concluded with an executive session discussing personnel matters and consultation with the attorney, after which no action was taken in the open meeting.

The Special Meeting addressed key actions concerning municipal finance and emergency services. The council considered and acted upon Ordinance No. 731-16, authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016, totaling $2,275,000 for street improvements and $4,605,000 for Public Safety Facilities, including levying the necessary ad valorem tax for payment. Additionally, the council acted on Resolution 11-16, authorizing an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for communication and dispatch services for emergency responders. Following the resolution vote, the council passed a motion instructing the city administrator to address potential pay adjustments for dispatch personnel facing a reduction in force.

The meeting commenced with the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a special recognition for Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month. Citizen presentations included comments from Marcy Galle and Justin Riley. Key discussions involved tabling the consideration of a final plat for The Bluffs subdivision, receiving the Financial & Investment Report, and adopting Resolution No. 06-16 authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Bureau Veritas for plan reviews and inspections. The Council announced plans to schedule a special meeting for canvassing election votes and swearing in new officers. Discussions covered the status of the RFQ for the City Website, Open Records, and municipal options for a wastewater treatment plant.