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Fate City Council Regular Meeting - October 16, 2023

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Meeting

City of Fate City Council Regular Meeting
Date: October 16, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Fate City Hall, 1900 CD Boren Parkway, Fate, Texas

Call to Order and Quorum

  • Mayor David Billings called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
  • City Secretary Victoria Raduechel confirmed a quorum.
  • Council Members Present:
    • David Billings, Mayor
    • Heather Buegeler
    • Mark Harper
    • Scott Kelley
    • Allen Robbins, Mayor Pro Tem
    • Jim Deland
    • Lance Megyesi, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
  • Council Members Absent: None
  • City Staff Present:
    • Michael Kovacs, City Manager
    • Steven Downs, Assistant City Manager
    • David Overcash, City Attorney
    • Victoria Raduechel, City Secretary
    • Spencer Foster, Assistant to the City Manager
    • Shelbi Stofer, Public Engagement Coordinator
    • Lyle Lombard, Director of Public Safety
    • Ryan Wells, Director of Planning and Development Services
    • Steve Gilbert, Director of Community Services and Building Safety
    • Scott Monaghan, Director of Public Works
    • Raju Anthony, Director of Finance
    • Teresa Stevens, Senior Accountant
    • Leigh Corson, Director of Human Resources
    • Michael Wright, IT Manager
    • Misty Christian, City Engineer

Invocation and Pledge

  • Invocation delivered by Christopher Ash, Latter-day Saints Church.
  • Council led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American and Texas flags.

Presentations

  • Texas Chamber of Commerce Week Proclamation
    • Mayor Billings presented a proclamation recognizing the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce and the Royse City Chamber of Commerce.
  • Voice of the People Award (ICMA and Polco)
    • Award for transformation in economy presented to City staff, including the City Manager and Assistant City Manager.
  • City of Fate Proactive Zoning Initiative
    • Presentation by Ryan Wells, Director of Planning and Development Services.
    • Council discussion addressed benefits and limitations, public communication, costs, opt-out options, and phasing.
    • Council consensus: Proceed with Phase 2 (downtown core and neighboring properties) and hold a meeting with impacted property owners.

Public Comment

  • No speakers were present.
  • Approval of minutes from September 18, 2023 Council Meeting.
  • Approval of Resolution No. R-2023-078 adopting an update to the City’s Master Thoroughfare Plan.
  • Approval of Resolution No. R-2023-079 ratifying updated Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvement Plans.
  • Action: Approved unanimously.

Action Items

Ordinance No. O-2023-047 — Impact Fees

  • Presentation by Kimley-Horn regarding water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees.
  • Council considered multiple options.
  • Action: Council adopted Option 2 with adjusted residential roadway fees ($5,000 in 2023, $5,400 in 2024, $5,800 in 2025).
  • Ordinance approved subject to legal form approval.

Ordinance No. O-2023-048 — Commercial Street Maintenance Fee

  • Presentation by City staff and Kimley-Horn.
  • Council discussed exemptions, billing, rates, and sunset provisions.
  • Action: Approved staff recommendation (expanded option), excluding schools and churches, with a 50% discount beginning January 1, 2024, ending September 14, 2024.

Planning and Zoning Commission Vacancy

  • Vacancy created by resignation of a commissioner.
  • Nine applications received.
  • Executive session held.
  • Action: Resolution No. R-2023-080 approved appointing David Overstreet to the Planning and Zoning Commission for an unexpired term ending July 2025.

Interlocal Agreement — Fire Protection Services

  • Council reconsidered agreement with Rockwall County.
  • Action: Resolution No. R-2023-081 approved authorizing an interlocal agreement for fire protection services.

Alcohol at Celebrate Fate Events

  • Council discussed controlled alcohol service at future city events.
  • Action: City staff directed to return with a concept plan for future consideration.

Mayor, Council, and City Manager Reports

  • Expressions of appreciation to City staff and public safety personnel.
  • Community reminders and acknowledgments.
  • City Manager extended remarks of appreciation and announcements.

Executive Session

  • Executive session held to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation.
  • Action: No action taken upon reconvening.

Adjournment

  • Meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.

Record Note
This Ledger entry records the publicly observable proceedings of the meeting listed above. It does not offer analysis or commentary.

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