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Regular Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday,November 2, 2006, at 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, College Station City Hall
1101 Texas Avenue
College Station,Texas
CITY Of COLLEGE STATION
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COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairman John Nichols, Harold Strong, Marsha
Sanford, Bill Davis, Dennis Christiansen and Glenn Schroeder.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Derek Dictson.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: None.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Staff Planners Crissy Hartl, Lindsay Boyer, Grant Wencel
and Jason Schubert, Senior Planner Jennifer Prochazka, Planning Intern Hayden Migl,
Planning Administrator Molly Hitchcock, Assistant City Engineer Alan Gibbs, Graduate
Civil Engineers Carol Cotter and Josh Norton, Acting Director Lance Simms, Staff
Assistant Lisa Lindgren, Assistant City Attorney Carla Robinson, Information Services
Representative Brian Cook.
1. Call meeting to order.
Chairman Nichols called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Hear Citizens. At this time, the Chairman will open the floor to citizens wishing to
address the Commission on planning and zoning issues not already scheduled on
tonight's agenda. The citizen presentations will be limited to three minutes in
order to accommodate everyone who wishes to address the Commission and to
allow adequate time for completion of the agenda items. The Commission will
receive the information, ask city staff to look into the matter, or will place the
matter on a future agenda for discussion. (A recording is made of the meeting;
please give your name and address for the record.)
No one spoke during this item.
3. Consent Agenda.
3.1 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Vacating Plat and Final Plat for
Duck Haven Phase II. The Vacating Plat consists of 22 lots and a common area on
21.43 acres and the Final Plat consists of 20 lots on 13.99 acres located along
Drake Drive, near the intersection of Drake Drive and Wellborn Road in the City's
Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction(ETJ). Case#06-500202 (JP/JS/CC)
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3.2 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for the Lakeside
Village Subdivision consisting of 56 lots on 13.79 acres located at SH 6 S in the
general vicinity along the proposed extension of Eagle Avenue and west of
Longmire Drive. Case#06-500196 (LB/CC)
3.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Preliminary Plat for Shenandoah
Phases 10 & 11 consisting of 80 lots on 24.07 of acres generally located on the
south side of Barron Road at Newport Lane. Case#06-500212 (JS/JN)
3.4 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat - Residential for
Williams Creek Phase 7 consisting of 19 lots on 25.7 acres located at 9500 Rock
Prairie Road. Case#06-500214 (JR/CC)
Commissioner Sanford motioned to approve the Consent Agenda.
Commissioner Davis seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
Regular Agenda
4. Consideration, discussion and possible action on request for absence from
meetings.
* John Nichols—November 16, 2006 —Workshop& Regular Meeting
Commissioner Davis motioned to approve the absence request submitted.
Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion passed (5-0-1).
Commissioners Davis, Schroeder, Christiansen, Sanford and Strong were in
favor of the motion; no one was in opposition and Chairman Nichols
abstained from the vote.
5. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Plan for the River Stone
Subdivision consisting of 202.648 acres located in the general vicinity of the north
side of Greens Prairie Road West at the intersection of Sweetwater Drive. Case
#06-500185 (LB)
Lindsay Boyer, Staff Planner, presented the item stating that it was in compliance
with the City's Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval.
Commissioner Strong motioned to approve the Master Plan. Commissioner
Sanford seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
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7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Development Plan for
Bird Pond Estates consisting of approximately 75.35 acres located on the south
side of Bird Pond Road, just north east of Rock Prairie Road. Case #06-500180
(JR/JN)
Lindsay Boyer, Staff Planner, presented the Master Plan and stated that the plan
was in compliance with the City's Comprehensive Plan and Subdivision
Regulations and recommended approval.
There was a citizen that wanted to make a comment on the item. Chairman Nichols
opened the floor for comments.
Johna Gauze, 1712 Strand Lane, College Station, Texas. Ms. Gauze spoke in
opposition of the project. She was concerned about the conditions of the road and
traffic issues.
Bruce Jones, 2295 East Placid Drive, College Station, Texas; Mr. Jones in favor of
the development but stated that he had concerns regarding traffic in the area.
Cody Catalena, Developer, College Station, Texas. Mr. Catalena spoke in favor of
the development and addressed concerns and questions of the citizens and
Commission.
Commissioner Christiansen motioned for approval of the Master Plan as
submitted. Commissioner Strong seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Rezoning for Bird
Pond Estates from A-O Agricultural Open to A-OR Rural Residential Subdivision,
consisting of approximately 94.373 acres located at 1601 Bird Pond Road, just
northeast of Rock Prairie Road. Case#06-500181 (JR/JN)
Lindsay Boyer, Staff Planner, presented the Rezoning and recommended approval.
Eaur Havu, 310 Harris Drive East, College Station, Texas. Mr. Havu had questions
regarding what type of development would take place. Staff informed Mr. Havu
and the Commissioners what type of development could occur in the area.
Commissioner Davis motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning to
City Council, communicating to City Council the concerns from the Citizens
regarding traffic and the condition of Bird Pond Road and that those items
should be addressed. Commissioner Strong seconded the motion, motion
passed (6-0).
9. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Plan for Great Oaks
consisting of 224.5 acres located at Rock Prairie Road West and Great Oaks Drive
in the City's Extra-territorial Jurisdiction. Case#06-500205 (CH/JS/JN)
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Crissy Hartl, Staff Planner, presented the Master Plan and recommended approval.
Joe Brown, McClure and Brown, College Station, Texas. Mr. Brown was called to
address questions from the Commission.
Fred Anderhohn, 2208 Quail Run, College Station, Texas. Mr. Anderhohn spoke
in opposition of the development because of the traffic in the area.
Ed Hard, 11760 Durrand, College Station, Texas. Mr. Hard spoke in opposition to
the development.
Marla Binzel, 11783 Great Oaks Drive, College Station, Texas. Ms. Binzel spoke
in opposition to the development. She stated that she felt there was a public safety
hazard regarding the traffic in the area and the streets.
Commissioner Schroeder motioned to deny the Master Plan. Commissioner
Christiansen seconded the motion, motion passed (5-0-1). Chairman Nichols,
Commissioners Strong, Sanford, Christiansen and Schroeder were in favor of
the motion; no one was in opposition of the motion; Commissioner Davis
abstained from the vote.
10. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a rezoning of 44
acres from A-O Agricultural Open and R-1 Single Family Residential to A-O
Agricultural Open and R-4 Multi-Family for 1300 Harvey Mitchell Parkway
South. Case#06-500142 (CH/JN)
Crissy Hartl, Staff Planner, presented the Rezoning and stated that the request was
in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval.
Don Hammond, Developer, 6107 Cape Coral, Austin, Texas. Mr. Hammond spoke
in favor of the development and noted changes made since the last presentation to
the Commission.
Mr. Hard, 11760 Durrand, College Station, Texas. Mr. Hard spoke in favor of the
development but communicated concerns regarding access and traffic.
Commissioner Christiansen motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning
request as submitted to City Council. Commissioner Sanford seconded the
motion, motion passed (6-0).
11. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Conditional Use
Permit for Winestyles Wine & Gifts located at 1741 University Drive E in the
Gateway Retail Center directly behind Cheddars restaurant. Case#06-500213 (JS)
Jason Schubert, Staff Planner, presented the Conditional Use Permit and
recommended approval.
No one spoke during the public hearing.
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Commissioner Strong motioned to recommend approval of the Conditional
Use Permit as submitted with the condition that some type of partition or
physical separation be put between the outside seating area and parking lot.
Commissioner Christiansen seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
12. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding adoption of the Planning
and Zoning Commission's Plan of Work. (LS)
Lance Simms, Acting Director, presented the updated Plan of Work to the
Commission for adoption.
Commissioner Christiansen motioned to adopt the Plan of Work and submit it
to City Council. Commissioner Davis seconded the motion, motion passed (6-
0).
13. Adjourn.
Commissioner Davis motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Schroeder
seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
Meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Approved:
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Jo ichols, Chairman
Planning and Zoning Commission
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Lisa Lindgren, Staff Assistant
Planning and Development Services
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Off' PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
7:00 PM, Tuesday, October 17, 2006
The EXIT Teen Center
1520 Rock Prairie Road • College Station, Texas
Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Director; Eric Ploeger, Assistant Director; Curtis Bingham,
Parks Operations Superintendent; Pete Vanecek, Senior Park Planner; Peter Lamont,
Recreation Superintendent; Pamela Springfield, Staff Assistant
Members Present: Jodi Warner, Chair; Gary Erwin; Joan Perry; John Crompton; Harry
Green; Gary Thomas; Shawn Rhodes
Members Absent: Kathleen Ireland; Jody Ford
Visitors: Earl Havel, Developer; Quinn Williams, Quinn Williams Construction; Eric Simanek,
Chemistry Department, TAMU; Todd Weingand and Jon Turton - College Station Little
League; Les Palmer, Brazos Valley Baseball Ventures; James Edelen, Student Intern; Greg
Taggart, Municipal Design Group; Steve Pittman, Coldwell Banker
1. Call to order. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Jodi Warner, Chair.
2. Pardon and possible action concerning requests for absences of members.
Requests for absence had been submitted by Kathleen Ireland and Jody Ford. Gary
Erwin moved acceptance of the requests submitted and Joan Perry seconded. The vote
was called. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
3. Hear visitors. Hearing none this item was closed.
4. Consideration, possible action, and discussion of minutes from the Regular
Meeting on September 12th and the Riverstone Site Tour on October 6, 2006. John
Crompton moved to accept both sets of minutes as written. Gary Erwin seconded. The
vote was called, and the minutes were unanimously approved.
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion of a potential park land dedication
for:
• Riverstone Subdivision - Earl Havel and Quinn Williams: The proposed
dedication of 12.98 acres was in excess of the required amount. John Crompton
moved approval of the proposed dedication and Gary Thomas seconded the motion.
Discussion followed. The vote was called. The board voted unanimously to approve
the acceptance of the 12.98 acres.
• Windwood East Development — Greg Taggart and Steve Pittman: Gary Thomas
suggested tabling the vote on this item until more information could be obtained. Joan
Perry seconded. The vote was called and the motion was tabled.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding potential disc golf
locations in College Station Parks — Curtis Bingham and James Edelen. A disc golf
presentation was given with no action required.
7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a proposal to develop a
conceptual design for a science park in College Station — Eric Simanek. Eric
Simanek, a Professor in the Chemistry Department at TAMU spoke briefly regarding the
potential of doing a science park, with the favored location being Wolf Pen Creek Park. If
the Board was interested he would be able to produce a master plan by May 2007.
Discussion followed. Shawn Rhodes made a motion in favor of further research of the
concept being done, to be brought back to the board at some point in the future. John
Crompton seconded. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
8. Consideration, possible action, and discussion regarding long-term baseball
planning issues — Jon Turton, College Station Baseball Academy; Todd Weingand,
College Station Little League and Les Palmer with Adult League Baseball (Ages
18+). The gentlemen were present in order to begin more formal communications with
the Parks Department and Board regarding the future needs of the leagues. They were
asking the Department and the Board to consider several things:
1) Planning and asking for two, adult-size baseball fields in the next bond election:
2) Converting the Bee Creek fields into Pony League baseball fields;
3) Developing two, adult-size baseball fields at the future landfill park site;
4) A stadium-type concept for one of the adult-sized fields and to consider joint
discussion with the School District to jointly plan a stadium field.
5) Lighting improvements at Southwood Athletic Park (the lights were no longer within
league standards and have become a safety issue).
6) Working with the school district to have them look more closely at their facility
utilization.
This was an informational item only and no action was taken.
9. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Park Maintenance
Standards Report FY2006 — Curtis Bingham. Curtis gave a brief presentation on the
FY 2006 Park Maintenance Standards which were at 90%. This was an informational
item only and no action was taken.
10. Report, possible action and discussion concerning Board and Departmental Goals
and Objectives, and City Council Strategic Plan. Updated lists had been included in
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the member's packets. The most current list of council priorities was distributed. No
action was required or taken.
11. Report, possible action, and discussion concerning the Capital Improvement
Program:
• Current Capital Improvement and Park Land Dedication Project Lists - Updated
lists had been included in the member's packets.
• Dedications of Less than Three Acres: None were submitted.
This was an informational item only and no action was taken.
12. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on future agenda items: A Board
Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A
statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be
given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an
agenda for a subsequent meeting.
• November 14, 2006 - Dinner Goals Workshop to begin at 5:30 p.m., prior to the
7:00 p.m. regular meeting.
• Fees Subcommittee meeting date - A meeting of the subcommittee will be scheduled
and a fees report will be brought to the board in November.
13. Adjourn. A motion was made to adjourn by Gary Thomas. Gary Erwin seconded the
motion and the vote was called. All were in favor and the meeting adjourned at
9:46 p.m.
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