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20200609Welcome to the June 9, 2020, Prosper Town Council Meeting. Call to Order/Roll Call. Individuals may attend the Prosper Town Council meeting in person, or access the meeting via videoconference, or telephone conference call. To request to speak, click on “Participants” at the bottom of the screen, and click “Raise Hand.” The meeting moderator will acknowledge your request and allow you to speak. To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, and enter Meeting ID: 82641292958. To request to speak, enter *9. The meeting moderator will acknowledge your request and allow you to speak. If you encounter any problems joining or participating in the meeting, please call our help line at 972-569-1191 for assistance. Pursuant to Section 551.007 of the Texas Government Code, individuals wishing to address the Council for items listed as public hearings will be recognized when the public hearing is opened. For individuals wishing to speak on a non-public hearing item, they may either address the Council during the Citizen Comments portion of the meeting or when the item is considered by the Town Council. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, and Pledge to the Texas Flag. Pledge to the Texas Flag Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible. Announcements of recent and upcoming events. Discussion Items. 1. Update from the Prosper Police Department STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS PROTECTING & SERVING Doug Kowalski, Chief of Police Scott M. Brewer, Assistant Chief TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS OVERVIEW •Introduction •Texas Police Chief’s Association (TPCA) Best Practices Recognition Program •Written Directives (Policies & Procedures) •Code of Conduct •Bias Based Policing •Use of Force •Racial Profiling •Discussion & Closing Comments TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS PPD LEADERSHIP •Doug Kowalski, Chief of Police •Current Board Positions •Chairman –Training Advisory Board (ILEA) •Training Advisory Board Member (CCLEA) •Adjunct Instructor •Texas Police Chiefs Association •Internal Affairs •Use of Force Investigations •Institute for Law Enforcement Administration (ILEA) •Leadership •Scott M. Brewer, Assistant Chief •Adjunct Instructor •Institute for Law Enforcement Administration (ILEA) •Leadership –Accountability •TPCA Best Practices Recognition Program, Assessor TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS TPCA BEST PRACTICES RECOGNITION PROGRAM •The Law Enforcement Recognition Program is a voluntary process where police agenciesinTexasprovetheircompliancewith168TexasLawEnforcementBestPractices-standards.These Best Practices were carefully developed by Texas Law Enforcementprofessionalstoassistagenciesintheefficientandeffectivedeliveryofservice,thereductionofriskandtheprotectionofindividual’s rights. •While similar in nature to the national accreditation program,the Best PracticesRecognitionProgramiseasiertoadminister,lower in cost and is designed specifically forTexasLawEnforcement.The Texas Legislature demands a great deal of professional lawenforcementinTexasandtheBestPracticeswerespecificallydesignedtoaidTexasagenciesinmeetingthosedemandsandprovidingthebestqualityofservicetothepeopleofourState. •Since its inception in 2006,over 100 Texas Law Enforcement Agencies have beenRecognizedandmanymorearecurrentlyintheprocesstobecomeRecognizedAgencies.While members of the Texas Police Chiefs Association recognizes and supports thenationalaccreditationprogram,The Texas Best Practices Recognition Program has clearlybecomethenewGoldStandardforTexasLawEnforcement! TRAINING TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS WRITTEN DIRECTIVES (GENERAL ORDER 102.001 –WRITTEN DIRECTIVES SYSTEM) •Required to be reviewed annually •Reviews are to ensure the Orders are current with regard to all applicable legislation, case law, and TPCA Practices/Standards •Annual reviews are documented and digitally archived •Available to employees online to include mobile devices TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS CODE OF CONDUCT (COMPRISED OF 12 MAJOR SECTIONS) TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS BIAS BASED POLICING (POLICY 2.2, BIAS BASED POLICING) TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS USE OF FORCE (POLICY 6.1, USE OF FORCE) •The Policy is reviewed annually as required by General Order 102.001, Written Directives System •The Policy requires that all use of force incidents be documented and reviewed by the chain of command to include the Chief of Police •Consistent with the Town’s initiative to go paperless, PPD transitioning to new software for tracking all administrative inquires •Officers trained on the Policy at least annually during in-service training •TPCA Annual Report TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS Since 1957,the Institute for Law Enforcement Administration (the ILEA)has provided courses, seminars and workshops for police and sheriff's agencies both nationally and internationally.From the eight-week School of Executive Leadership (formerly the Management College),the four-week School of Police Supervision to our one-week courses,the Institute's mission is to provide top quality,academically based,challenging programs in a professional educational environment.Our Center for Law Enforcement Ethics offers a forum to explore and to discuss ethics-related issues and offers courses that prepare trainers to provide ethics-based programs in their own organizations. Our instructors and facilitators are among the best experts in the nation their respective fields. https://www.cailaw.org/institute-for-law-enforcement-administration/index.htmlDirector Gregory Smith OUTSIDE REVIEW TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS ANNUAL RACIAL PROFILING REPORT •Texas Code of Criminal Procedures, Article 2.134 •PPD continues to maintain compliance with all required annual submissions TOWN OF PROSPER, A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS DISCUSSION & CLOSING COMMENTS Protest Heart Fellowship STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO Consent Agenda Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and non-controversial. The Consent Agenda can be acted upon in one motion. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda by the request of Council Members or staff. Agenda Item 2. Consider and act upon the Minutes from the May 23, 2020, Special Called Meeting. (ML) Agenda Item 3. Consider and act upon the minutes from the May 26, 2020, Town Council meeting. (ML) Agenda Item 4. Receive the April financial report. (BP) Agenda Item 5. Consider and act upon approving the purchase and installation of furniture for the new Police Station and Dispatch Facility, from Workspace Interiors by Office Depot, through the Omnia Partners Cooperative; and authorizing the Town Manager to execute the Proposal and Terms and Conditions of Purchase for same. (JC) Agenda Item 6. Consider and act upon a resolution authorizing the Town Manager to execute an application to the Collin County Parks & Open Space Project Funding Assistance Program for the construction of Hays Park. (DR) Final Master Plan Agenda Item 7. Consider and act upon authorizing the Town Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement between Dunaway Associates, Inc., and the Town of Prosper, Texas, related to the Pecan Grove Park Phase II Project (2015-PK). (DR) Agenda Item 8. Consider and act upon approving the purchase of a Subscription License for total email protection from SHI Governmental Solutions, Inc., through a Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract and authorizing the Town Manager to execute an agreement for same. (LJ) Agenda Item 9. Consider and act upon approving an Equipment Lease Agreement and Service Agreement for copier equipment and managed print services, between ImageNet Consulting, LLC, and the Town of Prosper, Texas, through a Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) contract; and authorizing the Town Manager to execute the same. (LJ) Agenda Item 10. Consider and act upon whether to direct staff to submit a written notice of appeal on behalf of the Town Council to the Development Services Department, pursuant to Chapter 4, Section 1.5(C)(7) and 1.6(B)(7) of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance, regarding action taken by the Planning & Zoning Commission on any Site Plan or Preliminary Site Plan. (AG) Citizen Comments The public is invited to address the Council on any topic. However, the Council is unable to discuss or take action on any topic not listed on this agenda. Please complete a “Public Meeting Appearance Card” and submit it to the Town Secretary prior to the meeting, or address the Council via videoconference or telephone. Regular Agenda Items for Individual Consideration Agenda Item 11. Consider and act upon awarding CSP No. 2020-58-B to Ratliff Hardscape, Ltd., related to construction services for the Decorative Monument Signs -Prosper Trail at Coit Road project; and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a construction agreement for same. Agenda Item 12. Consider and act upon awarding CSP No. 2020-57-B to Accelerated Critical Path, Inc., related to construction services for the Church Street and Parvin Street Sanitary Sewer and Drainage Improvements and Old Town Retention Pond projects; and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a construction agreement for same. (PA) Agenda Item 13. Consider and act upon authorizing the Town Manager to execute a Professional Engineering Services Agreement between Garver, LLC, and the Town of Prosper, Texas, related to the design of the First Street (Dallas North Tollway to Coleman Street) project. (PA) Agenda Item 13. Update on the Hike and Bike Trail Master Plan. (DR) Town Council Update Hike & Bike Trails Master Plan June 9,2020 Agenda Plan Purpose and Process Key Public Input Results Needs Assessment Plan Recommendations Plan Implementation Next Steps 4 6 Plan Purpose &Process 4 7 Inventory existing trails and planned trails Assess the need for additional trails Identify opportunities to connect to adjacent cities, schools, parks, and key destinations Provide recommendations for potential trail corridors and cost estimates Provide considerations for trail design standards Purpose of Plan 4 8 Inventoryexistingconditions Stakeholder + public visioning Assess opportunities Develop recommendations Review and adopt plan Planning Process 4 9 Public Input Results 5 0 Steering Committee Served as a review body to provide direction through the duration of the planning process Met two times throughout the planning process Public Workshop Held January 9,2020 Approximately 60 attendees Online Survey Available from early January to mid-February. There were a total of 935 responses. Input Methods 5 1 What one word would you use to describe using trails in Prosper today? Key Findings PUBLIC WORKSHOP 5 2 What one word would you use to describe hoe you envision using trails in Prosper in the future? Key Findings PUBLIC WORKSHOP 5 3 Overall, how would you rate where you live as a place to walk? Key Findings ONLINE SURVEY 10 Overall, how would you rate where you live as a place to cycle? Key Findings ONLINE SURVEY 55 In what part of Prosper do you typically use trails? Key Findings ONLINE SURVEY 56 What type of bicycle facility would you prefer to use? Key Findings ONLINE SURVEY 57 Needs Assessment 58 Existing Hike and Bike Trails** Facility Width Miles Linear Feet (LF) 6’Path*5.38 28,402.01 8’Trail 27.49 145,168.95 10’Trail 4.36 23,000.88 12’Trail 0.28 1,489.19 Total 37.51 198,061.02 *Does not include 6’ sidewalks along streets. **Inventory based on built trails as of February 2020. Trail Inventory 59 0 0.5 1 Miles Existing Trails 60 2013-2017 NCTCOG Crash Data 4 Non-Fatal Bicycle Crashes 3 Non-Fatal Pedestrian Crashes 0 0.5 1 Safety Note: Only includes reported incidents.Miles 61 Major Barriers 0 0.5 1 Miles 62 Opportunities Map 0 0.5 1 Miles 63 P l a n Recommendations 20 1.Create a safe and connected system of trails and bikeways to support active transportation options. Obj. 1.1: Increase the trails level of service (LOS) for all residents. Obj. 1.2: Connect to key destinations such as schools, parks, neighborhoods, and employment centers. Obj. 1.3: Coordinate with other entities to support regional active transportation mobility. Obj. 1.4: Implement safety improvements at key intersections. 2.Incorporate accessible trails and bikeways when new development occurs. Obj. 2.1: Update trail development standards to ensure connectivity to and within new developments. Obj. 2.2: Incorporate trails and bikeways when planning for new or reconstructed roadways. 3.Design, construct, and maintain trails and bikeways in a sustainable manner. Obj. 3.1: Seek alternative and innovative funding sources for long-term trail development. Obj. 3.2: Consider environmental features when developing new trails. Obj. 3.3: Develop trails in natural areas that are context-sensitive to the surrounding landscape. 4.Increase awareness of the hike and bike trail system. Obj. 4.1: Increase public awareness of the hike and bike trail system through education campaign. Obj. 4.2: Develop wayfinding amenities and trailheads along trails. Goals &Objectives 21 Veloweb Trails Connector Trails Hierarchy of Facilities Sidewalks Bikeways Trail Hierarchy Opportunities 66 Hierarchy of Facilities Veloweb Trails Connector Trails Sidewalks Bikeways At least 12’wide On NCTCOG designated Veloweb Provide interjurisdictional connections Support trailheads at major junctions Users: Cyclists and pedestrians Trail Hierarchy Opportunities 67 At least 10’wide Primary purpose to connect parks, neighborhoods, and key destinations Should connect to Veloweb trails Along major thoroughfares Users: Cyclists and pedestriansHierarchy of Facilities Veloweb Trails Connector Trails Sidewalks Bikeways Trail Hierarchy Opportunities 68 Standard Sidewalks –6’wide Wide Sidewalks –8’wide Primary purpose to connect within neighborhoods Provide safe routes to school Along minor thoroughfares Users:Pedestrians Hierarchy of Facilities Veloweb Trails Connector Trails Sidewalks Bikeways Trail Hierarchy Opportunities 69 Potential bikeway accommodations for appropriate roadways (treatments could be bike lanes, pavement markings, bicycle boulevards) Users:Cyclists Hierarchy of Facilities Veloweb Trails Connector Trails Sidewalks Bikeways Trail Hierarchy Opportunities 70 Trail Access TRAILHEAD Key entrances to trail system Typical features include: Parking Information kiosks Bike racks Benches Drinking fountains Lighting TRAIL ACCESS POINT Location along an off-street trail where users can access trails Typical features include: Trail marker Signage 71 DraftRecommendations 0 0.5 1 Miles DRAFT Total Recommended Trail Mileage: 81.6 mi. Total Recommended Wide Sidewalks: 16.7 mi. Build-Out Trail LOS: 1 mile per 553 residents 72 Area I Detail •Connection through Artesia M.U.D. •Implementation of Regional Veloweb corridor along greenbelt •Connections to current and future schools •Completing trails in Windsong Ranch •Connection to Preserve at Doe Creek neighborhood •Connections into Frisco and Celina •Preserving trail along western portion of Doe Creek •Trailheads at existing and future parks and along the Veloweb trail DRAFT 73 •Connection across Dallas North Tollway and BNSF railroad •Bikeway opportunities in Old Town Prosper •Regional Veloweb implementation -railroad and cross- town corridor •Increased connections to schools •Connections into Frisco and Celina •Rails to Trails opportunity •Trailheads at existing and future parks in Old Town Prosper Area II Detail DRAFT 30 Area III Detail •Connector trails within easement and greenbelt corridors •Implementation of Regional Veloweb -utility easement corridor •Connections into McKinney and Celina •Filling in gaps in existing trails/sidewalks •Widen existing trails along designated Veloweb •Preserving ROW for trail within southeastern portion of Town •Trailheads at existing and future parks and along the Veloweb trail DRAFT 31 Plan Implementation 76 Used to rank proposed trail corridors. Will result in prioritized segments in the final master plan. OFF-STREET TRAILS (greenbelts, parkways,etc.) •Connects to key destinations •Connects to the existing trail/bikeway network •Creates an interjurisdictional connection •Located on the designated Regional Veloweb •Solves a safety issue or overcomes a barrier •Fills a gap in the existing system •Improves an existing trail •Ease of implementation •Amount of environmentally-sensitive areas disturbed •Creates an uninterrupted trail segment longer than 2 miles Prioritization Criteria 77 Prioritization AREA I (West Prosper)DRAFT Map ID Corridor Length Prioritization A Cross Town Trail Segment 1 (Doe Creek)5.30 6/10 B Windsong Parkway 0.98 3/10 C Doe Branch –Segment 1 4.96 2/10 D Doe Branch –Segment 2 2.31 2/10 E Future High School Development 0.54 4/10 F Prosper Trail 1.97 3/10 G Future Development 1.76 2/10 H Teel Parkway 1.25 3/10 I Windsong Parkway Extension 0.87 2/10 J Artesia M.U.D.1.61 6/10 K Legacy Drive 5.93 6/10 L Future Denton ISD School Site 1.02 3/10 M Fishtrap Road 0.53 3/10 N Doe Branch –Segment 3 0.55 3/10 O Doe Branch Trail Connection 0.04 5/10 P Prairie Drive 1.41 5/10 78 Prioritization AREA II (Central Prosper)DRAFT Map ID Corridor Length Prioritization A Cross Town Trail –Segment 2 2.99 6/10 B Cross Town Trail –Segment 3 1.54 6/10 C Button Branch 2.71 2/10 D Cook Lane 0.33 2/10 E BNSF Railroad 3.45 6/10 F Prosper Trail 4.18 6/10 G Shawnee Trail Extension 0.84 3/10 H Frontier Parkway 3.10 5/10 I Future Development (Greenbelt)0.61 3/10 J Coleman Street –Segment 1 0.99 6/10 K Coleman Street –Segment 2 0.96 5/10 L Tanner’s Mill Park 0.83 5/10 M Preston Road 6.44 6/10 N Coleman Street –Segment 3 0.53 3/10 O First Street 0.98 5/10 P Craig Road 0.26 4/10 Q Gates of Prosper Development 3.0 4/10 R Lovers Lane 1.51 3/10 S Prairie Drive Extension 2.60 2/10 79 Prioritization AREA III (East Prosper)DRAFT Map ID Corridor Length Prioritization A Cross Town Trail –Segment 4 4.93 8/10 B First Street 2.19 4/10 C Future High School Development 0.36 3/10 D Lakewood Drive 1.34 5/10 E TRA Utility Easement 2.70 4/10 F Rutherford Branch Greenbelt 1.83 1/10 G Custer Road 0.49 4/10 H Coit Road 3.97 7/10 I Town Lake Park 2.41 5/10 J Town Lake Park Spur 0.26 3/10 K Equestrian Way 0.30 5/10 L Lakewood Preserve 0.27 6/10 M La Cima Boulevard 0.10 5/10 N Pecan Grove Park 0.35 5/10 O Richland Boulevard 0.35 4/10 P Prosper Lake Trail 0.17 5/10 Q Frontier Parkway 3.10 4/10 R Prosper Trail –Segment 1 2.08 7/10 S Prosper Trail –Segment 2 2.51 5/10 T Patin Park 0.34 4/10 6 Report Outline Ch 1:Introduction Background &Purpose Goals &Objectives Ch 2: Community Context Demographic Profile Review of Relevant Studies Ch 3: Trail Needs Needs Assessment Community Input Ch 4: Trail Network Recommendations Recommended Trail Network Design Standards Ch 5: Implementation Strategies Implementation Plan 37 Next Steps 82 Next Steps Finalize implementation priorities Final master plan report review Seek Council approval 83 Lenny Hughes, PLA Principal In Charge lhughes@halff.com Kendall Howard,AICP Project Manager khoward@halff.com TOWN OF PROSPER Paul Naughton,RLA Senior Park Planner Paul_Naughton@prospertx.gov HALFF ASSOCIATES Contact Info 40 Executive Session Recess into Closed Session in compliance with Section 551.001 et seq. Texas Government Code, as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, to deliberate regarding: Section 551.087 –To discuss and consider economic development incentives. Section 551.072 –To discuss and consider purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property for municipal purposes and all matters incident and related thereto. Section 551-074 -To discuss and consider personnel matters and all matters incident and related thereto. The Town Council Meeting will resume after the Executive Session. Reconvene in Regular Session and take any action necessary as a result of the Closed Session. Possibly direct Town staff to schedule topic(s) for discussion at a future meeting. Adjourn.