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Agenda 3
Consent No. 2a - Minutes
Rev Coversheet 7
Workshop 8
Regular 13
Consent No. 2b - 2014 Council Meeting Calendar
Rev Coversheet 18
Council Meeting Dates 19
Council Meeting Dates and Holiday Calendar 20
Consent No. 2c - Contract for Sale of Real Estate
Rev Coversheet 21
Stata - Real Estate Contract 22
Consent No. 2d - Approval of Extension of Closing Date for Sale
of First Street Property
Rev Coversheet 31
Consent No. 2e - Property Tax Refund for DWS Development
Rev Coversheet 32
Letter/Applications 33
Consent No. 2f - CDBG 2014 Public Facility Sidewalk
Improvements Design Services Contract
Rev Coversheet 38
Consent No. 2g - Real Estate Appraisal Services Contract
Renewals
Rev Coversheet 39
Consent No. 2h - TCEQ/BVCOG Solid Waste Grant
Authorization
Rev Coversheet 40
Resolution 41
Grant Application 43
Regular No. 1 - Public Hearing on Comprehensive Plan
Amendment - 2560 Earl Rudder Freeway South
Rev Coversheet 67
Background 71
Maps 72
Ordinance 75
Regular No. 2 - Public Hearing on Rezoning – Gateway
Subdivision Phase 3
Rev Coversheet 82
Background 84
Maps 85
P&Z Minutes 87
Ordinance 89
Regular No. 3 - Public Hearing on UDO Process Improvements
Amendment
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Rev Coversheet 92
Red-Line version of ordinance 94
Ordinance 95
Regular No. 4 - Public Hearing on College Station Policy
Regarding Municipal Utility Districts
Rev Coversheet 97
Resolution 98
Resolution Signed 109
Resolution for Fees 120
Resolution for Utilities 122
Regular No. 5 - Public Hearing on Munson Avenue On-street
Parking Removal
Rev Coversheet 127
Ordinance 128
Location Map 131
Regular No. 6 - Resolution, Purchase & Sale Agreement, and
Economic Development Agreement between the City, Research
Valley Partnership, and PM Realty Group
Rev Coversheet 132
Regular No. 7 - Comprehensive Plan – 5 Year Review - Existing
Conditions Report
Rev Coversheet 133
Report Highlights 134
Regular No. 8 - Councilmember appointments
Rev Coversheet 137
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Mayor Council members
Nancy Berry Blanche Brick
Mayor Pro Tem Steve Aldrich
Karl Mooney John Nichols
City Manager Julie M. Schultz
Kelly Templin James Benham
Agenda
College Station City Council
Regular Meeting
Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM
City Hall Council Chamber, 1101 Texas Avenue
College Station, Texas
1. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, Consider absence request.
Hear Visitors: A citizen may address the City Council on any item which does not appear on the posted
Agenda. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. This form should
be completed and delivered to the City Secretary by 5:30 pm. Please limit remarks to three minutes. A timer
alarm will sound after 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining to conclude your remarks. The City
Council will receive the information, ask staff to look into the matter, or place the issue on a future agenda.
Topics of operational concerns shall be directed to the City Manager. Comments should not personally attack
other speakers, Council or staff.
Consent Agenda
At the discretion of the Mayor, individuals may be allowed to speak on a Consent Agenda Item. Individuals
who wish to address the City Council on a consent agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register with
the City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s reading of the agenda item. Registration forms are available in the
lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary.
2. Presentation, possible action and discussion of consent agenda items which consists of ministerial or
"housekeeping" items required by law. Items may be removed from the consent agenda by majority vote of the
Council.
a. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for:
• November 25, 2013 Workshop
• November 25, 2013 Regular Council Meeting
b. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding adoption of the 2014 Annual Council Calendar.
c. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of a Contract for Sale of Real Estate, for the sale of real
property located at 210 Technology Way to StataCorp, LP in the amount of $1,090,000.
d. Presentation, possible action and discussion to approve extending the closing date for the sale of the First
Street Property to Asset Plus Realty Corporation.
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e. Presentation, possible action and discussion on a property tax refund to DWS Development in the amount of
$9,110.51.
f. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a contract for a design services for sidewalk
construction on Dominik Dr., San Pedro/Westridge, and Park Place in the amount of $58,000 to Civil
Engineering Consultants, Inc.
g. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the renewal of four Master Agreements for Real
Estate Appraisal Services: S.T. Lovett & Associates (Contract No. 13-040); Integra Realty Resources -
Houston (Contract No. 13-041); Atrium Real Estate Services (Contract No. 13-042); Integra Realty
Resources - Austin (Contract No. 13-043). Each Master Agreement will not exceed $35,000. Approval of
the renewal of these agreements will authorize the City Manager or his delegate to approve Service Orders
for each project within the terms of each Master Agreement.
h. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a resolution approving a Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and Brazos Valley Council of Governments Grant Application (BVCOG) in
the amount of $10,200.
Regular Agenda
At the discretion of the Mayor, individuals may be allowed to speak on a Regular Agenda Item. Individuals
who wish to address the City Council on a regular agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register
with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s reading of the agenda item. Registration forms are available in the
lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary.
Individuals who wish to address the City Council on an item posted as a public hearing shall register with the
City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s announcement to open the public hearing. The Mayor will recognize
individuals who wish to come forward to speak for or against the item. The speaker will state their name and
address for the record and allowed three minutes. A timer alarm will sound at 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty
seconds remaining to conclude remarks. After a public hearing is closed, there shall be no additional public
comments. If Council needs additional information from the general public, some limited comments may be
allowed at the discretion of the Mayor.
If an individual does not wish to address the City Council, but still wishes to be recorded in the official minutes
as being in support or opposition to an agenda item, the individual may complete the registration form provided
in the lobby by providing the name, address, and comments about a city related subject. These comments will
be referred to the City Council and City Manager.
1. Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan – Future Land Use & Character Map from Suburban Commercial and Natural
Areas-Reserved to General Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved for the property located at 2560
Earl Rudder Freeway South; approximately 11.4 acres at the corner of Earl Rudder Freeway South and
Harvey Mitchell Parkway.
2. Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment to Chapter 12,
“Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning approximately 0.76 acres for Gateway Subdivision, Lot
3D, Block 1 at 180 Forest Drive, generally located adjacent to the Gateway Villas Development from O
Office to GC General Commercial.
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I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of
College Station, Texas, is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that I posted a true and correct copy of said
notice on the bulletin board at City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, in College Station, Texas, and the City’s website,
www.cstx.gov . The Agenda and Notice are readily accessible to the general public at all times. Said Notice
and Agenda were posted on December 6, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. and remained so posted continuously for at least 72
hours proceeding the scheduled time of said meeting.
This public notice was removed from the official posting board at the College Station City Hall on the following
date and time: __________________________ by ________________________.
Dated this _____day of ________________, 2013 By______________________________________
Subscribed and sworn to before me on this the _____day of ________________, 2013.
______________________________
Notary Public – Brazos County, Texas My commission expires: ___________
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City Council Consent Agenda Item No. 2a
City Council Minutes
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for:
• November 25, 2013 Workshop
• November 25, 2013 Regular Council Meeting
Attachments:
• November 25, 2013 Workshop
November 25, 2013 Regular Council Meeting
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
NOVEMBER 25, 2013
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
Present:
Nancy Berry, Mayor
Council:
Blanche Brick
Steve Aldrich
Karl Mooney
John Nichols
Julie Schultz
James Benham, arrived after roll call
City Staff:
Kelly Templin, City Manager
Carla Robinson, City Attorney
Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Tanya McNutt, Deputy City Secretary
1.
Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present
With a quorum present, the Workshop of the College Station City Council was called to order by
Mayor Berry at 4:35 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 in the Council Chambers of the City
of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas 77842.
2.
Executive Session
In accordance with the Texas Government Code §551.071-Consultation with Attorney,
§551.072-Real Estate, and §551.087-Economic Development, the College Station City Council
convened into Executive Session at 4:35 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 in order to
continue discussing matters pertaining to:
A. Consultation with Attorney to seek advice regarding pending or contemplated litigation; to
wit:
• College Station v. Star Insurance Co., Civil Action No. 4:11-CV-02023.
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• Patricia Kahlden, individ. and as rep. of the Estate of Lillie May Williams Bayless v.
Laura Sue Streigler, City of College Station and James Steven Elkins, No. 11-003172-
CV-272, in the 272ndDistrict Court of Brazos County, TX
• Cause No. 12-002918-CV-361; Tom Jagielski v. City of College Station; In the 361 st
Judicial District Court, Brazos County, Texas
B. Consultation with Attorney to seek legal advice; to wit:
• Legal issues related to property located generally northwest of the intersection of First
Street and Church Avenue in College Station.
C. Deliberation on the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property; to wit:
• Property located in along Technology Way in the Business Center at College Station.
D. Deliberation on economic development negotiations regarding an offer of financial or other
incentives for a business prospect; to wit:
• Economic incentives for a proposed development located at or near University Drive
and Tarrow/East Tarrow Streets in College Station.
The Executive Session adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
3.
Take action, if any, on Executive Session.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mooney and a second by Councilmember
Nichols, the City Council voted six (6) for and none (0) opposed, with Councilmember Aldrich
abstaining, in response to Deluxe Burger Bar’s request under their lease with the City that the
City sell Lots 1-7 and Lot 22, as well as the surrounding property, that the City, under its sole
discretion, reject that request as being untimely and waived since the City has already entered
into a contract with a buyer to sell the property. The motion carried.
4.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the election of Mayor Pro Tempore.
This item was postponed until the December 12 Council meeting.
5.
Presentation, possible action and discussion on the strategic use of City of College
Station Hotel Tax funds.
Scott Joslove, President, Texas Hotel and Lodging Association, provided an overview of Hotel
Tax uses and further explained that the Hotel Tax Fund has a two-part test: 1) must directly
promote tourism and the hotel and convention industry, and 2) every expenditure must fit into
one of nine categories: convention center; registration of delegates; advertising and promotion;
promotion of the arts; historical preservation and restoration; sporting related events; sporting
related facilities; tourism related shuttles; and tourism related signage. A tenth category has been
recently added due to the City’s Preferred Access Agreement with TAMU wherein use of
University facilities has been granted in exchange for HOT tax monies for the renovation of Kyle
Field.
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Councilmember Aldrich requested a future agenda item related to HOT funds and the grant
application process with the CVB.
At 7:05 p.m., the Workshop was recessed in order to go into Regular meeting.
The Workshop reconvened at 8:07 p.m.
Jeff Kersten, Executive Director of Fiscal Services, identified the prevailing policy issue is to
utilize Hotel Tax funds within the uses allowed by State law to encourage tourism and visitors
into College Station thereby improving the economy. He noted a 46.6% increase in HOT funds
from FY07 to FY13. Revenue was originally estimated at $4,246,000 but the revised estimate is
a 2.5% increase over the FY13 actual for $4,478,000. He anticipates seeing continued revenue
growth, and given current obligations and projections, the fund balance is projected to increase
by $1.4 - $2.3 million per year. He noted that the potential Chimney Hill property sale proceeds
that will go to the Hotel Tax Fund are not included in the forecast. Resources are available for
ongoing projects and one time expenditures.
Staff will work on a draft policy for the Council Retreat.
6.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion on items listed on the consent agenda.
No items were pulled for discussion.
7. Council Calendar
Nov. 26 14th Annual Taste of BV Ag Breakfast at Brazos County Expo
Center, 7:00 a.m.
Nov. 28-29 City Offices Closed – HOLIDAY
Dec. 2 Bicycle, Pedestrian & Greenways Advisory Board Meeting in
Council Chambers at 3:00 p.m.
Dec. 3 Audit Committee Meeting in City Hall Administrative Conference
Room, 4:30 p.m.
Dec. 4 Council Transportation & Mobility Committee at Room 203
Conference Room A - Municipal Court Building, 3:30 p.m.
Dec. 4 CSFD Annual Badge Pinning/Employee Recognition Ceremony at
George Bush Presidential Library, 7:00 p.m.
Dec. 5 P&Z Workshop/Meeting in Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. (James
Benham, Liaison)
Dec. 6 Christmas at the Creek at Wolf Pen Creek - 1015 Colgate, 6:00 p.m.
Dec. 8 BCS Christmas Parade, 1:30 p.m.
Dec. 9 COUNCIL ORIENTATION in City Hall Administrative
Conference Room; Council Chambers, 3:00 p.m.
Dec. 12
Executive Session/Workshop/Regular Meeting at 4:30, 6:00 & 7:00
p.m.
Council reviewed the calendar.
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8.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion on future agenda items: a Councilmember
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.
Councilmember Nichols requested an item on a planning timeline regarding a 2015 bond
election.
Councilmember Aldrich reiterated his request for an item related to HOT funds and the grant
application process with the CVB and trends.
Councilmember Mooney reported on TEEX and the disaster at West and requested an item
related to how the City and community will respond to an emergency.
9.
Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Animal Shelter
Board, Arts Council of Brazos Valley, Arts Council Sub-committee, Audit Committee,
Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board, Bio-Corridor Board of Adjustments,
Blinn College Brazos Valley Advisory Committee, Brazos County Health Dept., Brazos
Valley Council of Governments, Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce, Budget
and Finance Committee, BVSWMA, BVWACS, Compensation and Benefits Committee,
Convention & Visitors Bureau, Design Review Board, Economic Development Committee,
Gigabit Broadband Initiative, Historic Preservation Committee, Interfaith Dialogue
Association, Intergovernmental Committee, Joint Relief Funding Review Committee,
Landmark Commission, Library Board, Metropolitan Planning Organization, Parks and
Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Research Valley Partnership,
Research Valley Technology Council, Regional Transportation Committee for Council of
Governments, Transportation and Mobility Committee, TAMU Student Senate, Texas
Municipal League, Twin City Endowment, Youth Advisory Council, Zoning Board of
Adjustments.
Councilmember Benham reported on the Technology Council.
Mayor Berry reported on the BVSWMA meeting and the Interfaith Dialog dinner. She also
reported on the Intergovernmental committee and the RVP.
Councilmember Brick reported on the Symphony and their dedication to the City’s 75th
Anniversary.
Councilmember Aldrich reported on the CVB.
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10.
Adjournment
MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the workshop of the
College Station City Council at 8:51 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013.
________________________
Nancy Berry, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
NOVEMBER 25, 2013
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
Present:
Nancy Berry, Mayor
Council:
Blanche Brick
Steve Aldrich
Karl Mooney
John Nichols
Julie Schultz
James Benham
City Staff:
Kelly Templin, City Manager
Carla Robinson, City Attorney
Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Tanya McNutt, Deputy City Secretary
Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present
With a quorum present, the Regular Meeting of the College Station City Council was called to
order by Mayor Berry at 7:06 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 in the Council Chambers of
the City of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas 77842.
1. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, consider absence request
.
Cub Scout Pack No. 802, Chartering Organization Texas A&M Methodist Church, provided the
Flag Ceremony, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Cubmaster David Kocmoud.
Webelos 2 Scout, Rhett Romero (5th grader at Oakwood School), gave the Invocation.
Citizen Comments
There were no Citizen comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
2a. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for:
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• November 14, 2013 Workshop
• November 14, 2013 Regular Council Meeting
2b.
Presentation, possible action and discussion on Resolution 11-25-13-2b, amending the
authorized representatives on the local government pool account, TexPool.
2c.
Presentation, possible action and discussion on Resolution 11-25-13-2c, amending the
authorized representatives on the local government pool account, Texas Short Term Asset
Reserve (“TexSTAR”).
2d.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an annual price agreement with
Daco Fire Equipment, in the amount of $60,375 for fire protective clothing.
2e.
Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding a contract in the amount of
$633,900 to DIJ Construction for the installation of roadway traffic markings.
2f.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Professional Services Contract with
Bleyl and Associates in the amount of $143,600 for the professional engineering services
related to the design of the Rock Prairie Road East Rehabilitation Project.
2g.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a real estate contract in the
amount of $174,805 for the purchase of right-of-way along Rock Prairie Road between
State Highway 6 and Normand Drive.
2h.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion on Ordinance 2013-3538, to change the
posted speed limit on Bird Pond Road between Rock Prairie Road and the east City Limit.
2i.
Presentation, possible action and discussion on renewing the annual contract for
gasoline and diesel fuel (Contract #10-054) with Brenco Marketing Corporation (Bryan,
TX) for one (1) year; and authorize the annual estimated expenditures of $1,560,000.
2j.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding awarding a contract for the F&B
Road Overhead Feeder Construction to Power Secure Inc. in the amount of $590,039.03.
2k.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion authorizing the last of five annual
payments of an economic development incentive in the total amount of $250,000 for the
Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies (TIPS).
2l.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a recommendation to name three
neighborhood park properties currently known as The Barracks Park; Castlegate II, Park
A; and Castlegate II, Park B.
Item 2h was pulled for clarification.
(2h): Pete Caler, Assistant Director, Public Works, Traffic, clarified the need for the posted
speed limit.
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MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mooney and a second by Councilmember
Schultz, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent
Agenda. The motion carried unanimously.
REGULAR AGENDA
1.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding progress on water conservation
actions.
Ron Kaiser, Urban Water Conservation Program Team (Water Management & Hydrological
Science – TAMU), discussed using residential water budgets to promote water conservation.
The City has 22,000 residential customers with an average summer use of 20 million gallons per
day. Water conservation practices include block rates, reuse, irrigation check up, water waste
restrictions, rain barrel rebate, and educational information.
Their aim is to promote efficiency by reducing lawn overwatering. 50-55% of annual residential
use is due to outdoor watering. The target audience is residential customers using over 100,000
gallons for summer months. About 5,500 customers in eighteen neighborhoods account for 40%
of water use. Next year they will establish an evapotranspiration network and rainfall by sectors
in the City and send out weekly watering reports to customers. New technology can also be
applied such as a rainfall controller shut off and a soil moisture controller shut off.
2.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion to approve both an Inter-Local Agreement
(ILA) with the City of Bryan for sewer use and pretreatment, and Ordinance 2013-3539,
amending Chapter 11 “Utilities” Section 6 “Industrial Waste” by adding Section N “City of
Bryan Wastewater”, to create an effective wastewater Industrial Pre-Treatment Program
(IPP) in the Bio-Corridor area.
Dave Coleman, Director of Water Services, updated the Council on the Industrial Wastewater
Pre-Treatment Program, specifically the swapping of sewer service areas. The ILA with the City
of Bryan for the Bio-Corridor was perfect for this. This program is required by 40 CFR part 403
and 30 TAC Chapter 315 only if a City has certain types of industrial customers. It is a formal
program to control/monitor wastewater discharges and is run by the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality. The City of Bryan is required to have an IPP, but College Station is not
required to do so. College Station must assist Bryan within the College Station City limits. The
Bryan City Council approved the ILA on Nov 18th
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Bryan will administer all day-to-day aspects of the IPP to protect their wastewater system;
however, Bryan does not have legal jurisdiction with the College Station City limits. College
Station will take legal enforcement actions, if required. College Station must adopt all of
Bryan’s IPP ordinances to be applicable only where Bryan provides sewer service inside College
Station City limits. Our ordinance is currently under TCEQ review and approval. If the
ordinance is approved tonight and TCEQ requires changes, we will need to revise the ordinance
in the near future.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Benham and a second by Councilmember
Schultz, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve both an Inter-
Local Agreement (ILA) with the City of Bryan for sewer use and pretreatment, and to adopt
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Ordinance 2013-3539, amending Chapter 11 “Utilities” Section 6 “Industrial Waste” by adding
Section N “City of Bryan Wastewater”, to create an effective wastewater Industrial Pre-
Treatment Program (IPP) in the Bio-Corridor area. The motion carried unanimously.
3.
Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Ordinance 2013-
3540, amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official
Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning
approximately 4.4 acres for Glenhaven Estates, Phase 6 at 1600 University Drive East,
generally located at the corner of University Drive East and Glenhaven Drive from O
Office to GC General Commercial.
Morgan Hester, Planning and Development Services, provided a brief overview of the 1600
University Drive East rezoning request.
At approximately 7:44 p.m., Mayor Berry opened the Public Hearing.
There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:44 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Benham and a second by Councilmember
Schultz, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance 2013-
3540, amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official Zoning
Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning
approximately 4.4 acres for Glenhaven Estates, Phase 6 at 1600 University Drive East, generally
located at the corner of University Drive East and Glenhaven Drive from O Office to GC
General Commercial. The motion carried unanimously.
4.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the planned Council Chambers
A/V Update Project.
Ben Roper, Director of Information Technology Services, updated the Council on the Council
Chambers A/V project. The existing displays for the dais can be replaced with individual tablets
or monitors. Other options include a floor mounted display or a 75” LCD display on the back
wall. Council expressed interest in individual iPad-type displays. They will replace the existing
projector for the back wall with a Samsung ME75C LCD flat panel. The front wall projector will
be replaced with a 7,000 lumen, permanent screen mounted on front wall. A new speaker
podium is also planned. Related to House Bill 2414, Remote Participation, they plan to
accommodate up to three remote participants. The display will be mounted on a cart to provide
visibility to all participants. Options being considered include Web based, e.g GoToMeeting; In-
house, e.g. Polycom hardware and equipment; and a combination of both. Additionally, they
plan to replace the existing cameras and to add one additional camera.
5.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion concerning appointment to the City of
College Station Audit Committee.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Nichols and a second by Councilmember
Benham, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to appoint Steve Aldrich to
the Audit Committee. The motion carried unanimously.
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6.
Adjournment.
MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the Regular Meeting of the
City Council at 8:06 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013.
________________________
Nancy Berry, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
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Consent Agenda Item No. Item No. 2b
2014 Council Meeting Calendar
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding adoption of the 2014
Annual Council Calendar.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Not applicable
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends adoption of the Annual Calendar.
Summary: The schedule lists the 2nd and 4th
Thursdays for 2013 Council Meeting dates.
Alternate dates will be provided for the Council if scheduling conflicts should arise.
This schedule is provided to the public on the City’s website.
Budget & Financial Summary: None
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Not applicable
Attachments:
• 2014 Council Meeting and Holiday Calendar
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2014 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Workshop Meetings
Thursday, January 9, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, January 9, 2014, 7:00 pm
Regular Meetings
Thursday, January 23, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, January 23, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, February 13, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, February 13, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, February 27, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, February 27, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, March 13, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, March 13, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, March 27, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, April 10, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, April 10, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, April 24, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, April 24, 2014, 7:00 pm
Monday, May 8, 2014, 4:30 pm Monday, May 8, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, May 22, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, May 22, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 12, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, June 12, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, June 26, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, June 26, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, July 10, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, July 10, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, July 24, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, July 24, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, August 14, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, August 14, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, August 28, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, August 28, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, October 9, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, October 9, 2014, 7:00 pm
Monday, October 20, 2014, 4:30 pm Monday, October 20, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, November 13, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, November 13, 2014, 7:00 pm
Monday, November 24, 2014, 4:30 pm Monday, November 24, 2014, 7:00 pm
Thursday, December 11, 2014, 4:30 pm Thursday, December 11, 2014, 7:00 pm
Monday, January 27, 2014, 8:30 a.m.
Council Retreat:
Tuesday, January 28, 2014, 8:30 a.m.
January 30-31
Possible Conflicts:
Texas City Management Association William “King” Cole Session I Austin
February 7-9 TML Elected Officials' Conference San Antonio
March 27-28 Texas City Management Association William "King" Cole Session II Richardson
May 5-8 Chamber Washington Trip Washington
June 26-29 Texas City Management Association Annual Conference Galveston
Sept. 14-17 ICMA Annual Conference North Carolina
Sept. 29–Oct 3 TML Annual Conference and Exhibition Houston
October 23 TMCA Graduate Institute & Swearing in Sherry Mashburn as President Kerrville
*Expenses paid by the City will need to be determined by Mayor
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1 New Year’s Day (City
Offices Closed)
9 Regular Meeting
20 M.L. King Jr. Day (City
offices closed)
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27-28 Council Retreat
30-31 Texas City Mgt Assoc.
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Sherry Mashburn for
President
5-8 Chamber Washington
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offices closed)
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December 12, 2013
Consent Agenda Item No. 2c
Contract for Sale of Real Estate
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Randall Heye, Assistant to the City Manager
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of a Contract for
Sale of Real Estate, for the sale of real property located at 210 Technology Way to
StataCorp, LP in the amount of $1,090,000.
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends the sale of said property to StataCorp, LP.
Summary: In 2011 City Council gave staff direction to continue to market the
property located in the Business Center at College Station for economic development
purposes. In order to facilitate a business retention and future expansion opportunity
utilizing an economic development agreement, city staff solicited sealed bids for the
sale of real property located at 210 Technology Way.
StataCorp, LP submitted the high bid in the amount of $1,090,000. The minimum bid
amount of $1,090,000 was determined by an independent appraisal report dated
September 19, 2013. Brazos Central Appraisal District does not have a market value
for the property as it was replatted earlier this year. The property is generally
described as an undeveloped 8.923 acre tract, more or less, and zoned “M-1,” “Light
Industrial.”
Budget & Financial Summary: The sales price of the property is $1,090,000. At a
later date, City Council will be asked to allocate the proceeds.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments: Contract for Sale of Real Estate
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Consent Agenda Item No. 2d
Approval of Extension of Closing Date for Sale of First Street Property
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Randall Heye, Assistant to the City Manager
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion to approve extending the
closing date for the sale of the First Street Property to Asset Plus Realty Corporation.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that Council approve extending the closing
date for the sale of the First Street Property to Asset Plus Realty Corporation (Asset Plus) to
no later than January 17, 2014.
Summary: On February 14, 2013 City Council entered into a Purchase & Sale Agreement
with the Research Valley Partnership (RVP) to convey the First Street Property to Asset Plus
for development pursuant to an economic development agreement with the City. Under the
City’s Purchase & Sale Agreement with the RVP, the closing for the sale of the property
“shall be held at the title company selected by Seller within forty-five (45) calendar days
from the date of this Agreement . . . or at such time and date as Seller and Buyer may
agree upon so as to facilitate the sale of the Property to Asset Plus.”
Under the original Purchase & Sale Agreement between the RVP and Asset Plus, Asset Plus
was entitled to a 120-day Feasibility Period and a 30-day extension of that period. The
extension was initiated and was scheduled to end July 22. Asset Plus then requested and
the RVP agreed to amend their Purchase & Sale Agreement to provide Asset Plus an
additional 60-day extension of their Feasibility Period with an October 15 closing date. Asset
Plus then requested a second extension of the Feasibility Period to end November 1, with a
final closing date no later than December 2. Asset Plus, the RVP, and the City were not able
to close on December 2. Staff is now recommending that Council extend the closing date
further to facilitate the sale of the property.
As a result, the sale of the property will not occur within the provisions provided under the
City’s existing contract with the RVP. Council’s action to approve the extension of the closing
date to no later than January 17, 2014 will accommodate the third extension to be approved
between the RVP and Asset Plus.
Budget & Financial Summary: None
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments: None
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December 12, 2013
Consent Agenda Item No. 2e
Property Tax Refund for DWS Development
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Jeff Kersten, Executive Director Business Services
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion on a property tax refund
to DWS Development in the amount of $9,110.51.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the property tax refund.
Summary: A request for a property tax refund was received from the Brazos County Tax
Office from DWS Development. DWS Development was billed and they then paid taxes on 2
properties in error for the tax years of 2010, 2011 and 2012. The properties were listed by
the Brazos County Appraisal District as owned by DWS Development in error. Once the
refund is made the Brazos County Tax Office will invoice the correct tax payer.
State law requires that the governing body of the taxing entities approve these refunds.
Budget & Financial Summary: Refund request for Property #1 Crescent Pointe Ph 4,
Block 3, Lot 6 is $4,695.76. Refund request for Property #2 Crescent Pointe Ph 4, Block 3,
Lot 7 is $4,414.75.
The total refund of $9,110.51 will be made from the City’s property tax.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: NA
Attachments:
1. Letter and Tax Refund Applications
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September 27 2013
Ms Kristeen Roe
Brazos County Tax Office
300 E William J Bryan Parkway
Bryan Texas 77803
RE Request for Refund of Erroneous Payments
Dear Ms Roe
DWS Development Inc
PO BOX 4508
BRYAN TX 77805
979 779 7209 x132
DWS Development recently discovered that they have erroneously been paying property taxes
for the years 2010 2011 and 2012 for two properties that DWS was billed for but did not own
Upon investigation it appears that the Brazos County Appraisal District made an error in 2009
when DWS Development purchased some property in Crescent Pointe At that same time the
appraisal district changed two accounts that should not have been conveyed to DWS but should
have remained in the ownership of Crescent Pointe Ltd Unfortunately DWS the Appraisal
District or the actual owner caught it
Therefore DWS respectfully requests a refund of these erroneous payments totaling 4597271
This amount is further divided by taxing office as follows 2678697 from Bryan ISD
1007523 from Brazos County and 911051 from the City of College Station
Attached please find the formal applications for refunds of these taxes Should you have any
questions or require additional information you may contact Deborah Miller at
deb @scarmardofoodscom or 979 779 7209 x132
David Scarmardo
President
DWS Development Inc
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December 12, 2013
Consent Agenda Item No. 2f
CDBG 2014 Public Facility Sidewalk Improvements
Design Services Contract
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a contract for a
design services for sidewalk construction on Dominik Dr., San Pedro/Westridge, and Park
Place in the amount of $58,000.00 to Civil Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Financially Sustainable City, Core Services and
Infrastructure,
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval.
Summary:
This contract includes Surveying, Engineering, TAS compliant design of the 2014 CDBG
Sidewalk Improvements of sidewalks along Dominik Dr. from Texas Ave. to Munson,
Westridge/San Pedro, and Park Place at Texas Ave.
Budget & Financial Summary: Funds are budgeted and available through the Community
Development FY 2014 (PY 2013) federal CDBG Program budget. These funds were
approved by Council for these activities in the 2013 Action Plan and 2010 – 2014
Consolidated Plan.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments: Contract (on file with the City Secretary’s Office)
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December 12, 2013
Consent Agenda Item No. 2g
Real Estate Appraisal Services Contract Renewals
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the renewal of
four Master Agreements for Real Estate Appraisal Services: S.T. Lovett & Associates
(Contract No. 13-040); Integra Realty Resources - Houston (Contract No. 13-041); Atrium
Real Estate Services (Contract No. 13-042); Integra Realty Resources - Austin (Contract No.
13-043). Each Master Agreement will not exceed $35,000. Approval of the renewal of
these agreements will authorize the City Manager or his delegate to approve Service Orders
for each project within the terms of each Master Agreement.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
1. Financially Sustainable City
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the renewal of the Master
Agreements.
Summary: As a result of RFP No. 12-094, Request for Proposal of Real Estate Appraisal
Services, four real estate appraisal firms were selected to prepare real estate appraisal
reports and provide real estate consulting services to the City of College Station. Each
agreement for real estate services had the option to renew the contract for up to two (2)
additional one (1) year terms (for a total of three (3) years). We are requesting to renew
the Master Agreements for all four firms. This will leave the option for one final renewal
next year.
Typical appraisal assignments include appraisal of public utility easements; the appraisal of
partial fee simple acquisitions; the appraisal of tracts for park land and greenways, as well
as other municipal uses. Each agreement will have a not to exceed amount of $35,000. In
order to keep multiple projects going concurrently, staff will assign projects to these firms
on a rotating basis.
Budget & Financial Summary: Funds for the appraisals are budgeted in the various
funds out of which the land will be purchased. In the case of land purchases for capital
projects, the funds are budgeted as part of the capital project.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Renewal Acceptance Form - S.T. Lovett & Associates (in City Secretary’s Office)
2. Renewal Acceptance Form - Integra Realty Resources - Houston (in City Secretary’s
Office)
3. Renewal Acceptance Form - Atrium Real Estate Services (in City Secretary’s Office)
4. Renewal Acceptance Form - Integra Realty Resources - Austin (in City Secretary’s
Office)
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December 12, 2013
Consent Agenda Item No. 2h
TCEQ/BVCOG Solid Waste Grant Authorization
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a resolution approving a
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and Brazos Valley Council of
Governments Grant Application (BVCOG) in the amount of $10,200.00.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
1. Sustainable City
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the resolution and grant application
with TCEQ and BVCOG in the amount of $10,200.00.
Summary: The Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG) is now accepting Requests
for Project Applications. BVCOG has $50,000.00 in funding from the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for FY 2014 solid waste implementation project grants.
Staff has completed the grant application and is requesting funding in the amount of
$10,200.00 to purchase a recycling & solid waste collection smart phone application, and
Brazos Valley Earth Day advertising.
College Station residents who have a smartphone or tablet can download the app that puts
recycling and waste collection details at their fingertips. And the best part, it’s free. With
the app, residents can check details and set reminders for every collection type, disposal or
recycling options for various materials, access important local contacts, find out information
about upcoming special events, and any holiday schedule changes.
In addition, the app includes a “What Goes Where?” search function that helps residents,
both single-family residents and residents in apartments and condos, quickly find
information about how to properly recycle or where to dispose of everything from an
aluminum can to a water heater.
Brazos Valley Earth Day continues to grow every year; the funding will allow the City of
College Station to continue participation as a Hosting Entity alongside City of Bryan, TAMU,
Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Keep Brazos Beautiful, and Brazos Valley Solid Waste
Management Agency, Inc. The last Earth Day hosted at Wolf Pen Creek on April 20 was
attended by more than 7,000 residents. .
Budget & Financial Summary: Grant Application in the amount of $10,200.00.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Grant Application
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FY 2014/2015
Regional Solid Waste
Grants Program
II-B
Implementation Project
Grant Application
Instructions and Forms
Waste Permits Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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Brazos Valley Council of Governments
In Cooperation With
The TECQ
FY 2014/2015
Regional Solid Waste Grants Program
Implementation Project
Grant Application Instructions and Forms
Submit completed application by: 2:00 p.m. December 20, 2013
Mail 2 copies of application to: Candilyn McLean, Program Manager
Via Regular Mail:
Brazos Valley Council of Governments
P.O. Drawer 4128, Bryan, Texas 77805-4128
Via Special Delivery:
Brazos Valley Council of Governments
3991 East 29th Street, Bryan, Texas 77802
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BRAZOS VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
FY 2014/2015 Regional Solid Waste Grants Program
Form 1. Application Information and Signature Page
City of College Station_____
Applicant:
P.O. Box 9960__________
College Station, TX_______
Address
Heather Woolwine________
Contact Person
$10,200______________
Funding Amount Proposed:
979-764-6229__________
Phone
979-764-3822 __________
Fax
12/20/2013____________
Date Submitted:
Project Category
Local Enforcement
Litter and Illegal Dumping Cleanup and Community Collection Events
Source Reduction and Recycling
Local Solid Waste Management Plans
Citizens’ Collection Stations and “Small” Registered Transfer Stations
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Management
Technical Studies
Educational and Training Projects
Other (The COG should add other project categories if authorized)
Signature
By the following signature, the Applicant certifies that it has reviewed the certifications,
assurances, and deliverables included in this application, that all certifications are true and
correct, that assurances have been reviewed and understood, and that all required deliverables are
included with this application.
___________________
Signature
Heather Woolwine_______
Typed/Printed Name
Recycling Coordinator_____
Title
12/2/2013_____________
Date
For Use By BRAZOS VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
Date application was received:___________________________________________
Does the application meet all of the required screening criteria: ______ Yes ______No
Is the application administratively complete: ______ Yes ______No
Project Application
Form 1
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Form 2. Authorized Representatives
The Applicant hereby designates the individual(s) named below as the person or persons
authorized to receive direction from the BVCOG, to manage the work being performed, and to
act on behalf of the Applicant for the purposes shown:
1. Authorized Project Representative. The following person is authorized to receive
direction, manage work performed, sign required reports, and otherwise act on behalf of
the Applicant.
___________________
Signature
Heather Woolwine________
Typed/Printed Name
Recycling Coordinator_____
Title
___________________
Date
2. Authorized Financial Representative. In addition to the authorized project
representative, the following person is authorized to act on behalf of the Applicant in all
financial and fiscal matters, including signing financial reports and requests for
reimbursement.
___________________
Signature
Carol Thompson_________
Typed/Printed Name
Budget Manager________
Title
___________________
Date
Project Application
Form 2
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Form 5: Explanation Regarding Private Industry Notification
Applicable to Applicants under the following grant categories:
A. Source Reduction and Recycling
B. Citizens’ Collection Stations and “Small” Registered Transfer Stations
C. A demonstration project under the Educational and Training Projects category
D. Other (If the BVCOG receives authorization to fund additional types of projects, that
authorization may include requirements for notification of private industry. When
applicable, those additional project categories should be listed here.)
Form 5a. List of Private Service Providers Notified
Private Service Providers Contacted Name and
Position
Telephone
Number
Date
Notified
N/A – Education & Training Project
Project Application
Form 5a
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Form 5b. Summaries of Discussions with Private Industry
(Refer to instructions concerning information to include on this form. Attach any written
comments or input provided)
N/A – Educational & Training Project
Project Application
Form 5b
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Form 6: Project Summary
Please provide a complete project summary. Reference the goals, objectives, and/or
recommendations from the regional solid waste management plan that apply to the project, and
how the project will assist in implementing the plan. Refer to the application instructions when
completing these forms. If necessary, attach additional pages for each form.
Form 6a. Project Description
(add additional pages as necessary)
In an effort to increase residential recycling diversion, participation rates, and waste awareness,
the City of College Station's Sanitation & Recycling Division seeks $10,000.00 in funding for the
purchase of educational and training items.
These items include Brazos Valley Earth Day advertising and materials and the renewal of My-
Waste Smart Phone Application. The purchase of these items will allow the City of College
Station to more effectively and efficiently communicate recycling program information, in both
residential and commercial waste sectors. These communication efforts will bring awareness
and convenience to the City's recycling program, thus increasing participation and waste
diversion rates. Both educational items will be offered at no cost to College Station residents.
Participants may attend Brazos Valley Earth Day and download My-Waste at no charge.
Both of the above listed projects align with the Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG)
strategy to maximize recycling as a beneficial means of reducing municipal solid waste. College
Station has set a goal of increasing the 2014 fiscal year (FY 14) tonnages by 7% through the
Curbside Recycling Program. Support of Brazos Valley Earth Day and the My-Waste smart
phone application has the potential to benefit more than 95,000 City of College Station
residents and help College Station meet the FY 14 tonnage goal.
Brazos Valley Earth Day is a regional event hosted by the Cities of Bryan and College Station,
Texas A&M University, Brazos Valley Council of Governments, Brazos Solid Waste Management
Agency, Inc., and Keep Brazos Beautiful. This day celebrates the Earth and educates residents
about the importance of taking care of the environment through waste reduction and recycling
efforts along with other important environmental issues such as water and energy
conservation. Local businesses and groups are able to display information and materials at no
cost, offering residents a wide variety of information.
(continued on next page)
Project Application
Form 6a
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Form 6: Project Summary
Form 6a. Project Description
The My-Waste smart phone application from Municipal Media Corp. Recycle Calendars is fully
customizable to any municipal solid waste program. It provides complete local program
information such as recycling guides and directories, bulk garbage, composting, and collection
schedules tailored to each household. Residents download the application for free and can
customize the application to include personalized schedules including holiday changes,
household hazardous waste events, and reminders.
As the largest waste producer in the region, City of College Station understands the importance
of recycling and diverting valuable materials away from the landfill, conserving landfill space
and keeping disposal and collection costs to a minimum.
The requested purchases outlined above will be an extension of the City's comprehensive
efforts to meet a 7% increase goal. In-kind services supplied by the City will include, promoting
both items on College Station's Channel 19, on the City's recycling website
www.cstx.gov/recycle, through social media sites, City blogs, and via the City's monthly utility
bill insert.
The City of College Station Sanitation & Recycling Division will provide $1,000 in matching funds
and $25,050 equivalent in-kind services as described above.
Project Application
Form 6a
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Form 6b. Project Cost Evaluation
(add additional pages as necessary)
Provide an evaluation of the costs associated with the proposed project. Explain how the total
related costs of the proposed project were adequately considered; compare project costs to
established averages or to normal costs for similar projects. Present the costs in unit terms,
such as cost per ton, cost per customer, or cost per capita, as applicable. Describe any
measurable costs savings, or reasonably justified costs of the project.
Brazos Valley Earth Day
Cost estimate based on previous years' average expenses.
Brazos Valley Earth Day Total Grant Requested Funds - $8,000
In Kind - $12,525
Matching Funds - $1,000
My-Waste Smart Phone Application
Cost estimate from company provided quote. This is the only application of its kind currently
available.
Annual Fee - $2,200
My-Waste Smart Phone Application Total Grant Requested Funds - $2,200
In Kind - $12,525
Project Application
Form 6b
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Form 6b. Project Cost Evaluation
SUMMARY
OVERALL REQUESTED FUNDING - $10,200.00
OVERALL IN KIND SERVICES - $25,050.00
OVERALL CASH MATCH - $1,000.00
Through the purchases listed above, thousands of local residents will have better access to
waste reduction and recycling education materials.
Project Application
Form 6b
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Form 6c. Level of Commitment of the Applicant
(add additional pages as necessary)
Provide information related to the Applicant’s level of commitment to preferred solid waste
management practices. If the proposed project is an ongoing service, demonstrate the ability to
sustain the program beyond the term of the grant. Explain the extent to which the appropriate
governing bodies support the proposed project.
Since 1991 the City of College Station has been committed to providing our local community
with an environmentally conscious alternative to disposal practices. Since the year 2009, the
City of College Station’s Curbside Recycling Program and Commercial Recycling Program has
diverted more than 60,000 tons of recyclable materials from entering the regional landfill.
Each year educational and policy measures are taken to communicate effectively the
importance of recycling and waste reduction. The City is committed to improving the quality of
life in the Brazos Valley through environmental stewardship and implementing waste reduction,
recycling, and public education programs. The Council has adopted measures on being a
Sustainable City by practicing wise stewardship of the natural resources and features needed to
meet current demands without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same.
The City of College Station continues to search for new methods of source reduction and
environmental awareness to extend the life of our natural resources and solid waste landfills.
The City plans to sustain both programs beyond the term of this grant as long as they remain
economically feasible.
List any previously demonstrated commitment to preferred solid waste management practice,
such as: implementing other solid waste management projects; involvement in a local or
subregional solid waste management plan or study; membership in Keep Texas Beautiful; or,
participation with the TCEQ’s Lake and Waterway Cleanup Program, or other TCEQ
predecessor program, e.g., TCEQ’s Clean Texas Program.
City of College Station has maintained a Bronze Status through TCEQ's Clean Texas Program,
2007-2011 and participates in Solid Waste Management of North America (SWANA) and its
local Texas Chapter.
If the proposed project has received previous grant funding under this program, explain to what
extent the proposal involves expansion of current services or operations, and present
quantifiable documentation of the success of the project in order to warrant further funding.
Demonstrate a good record of past grant contractual performance.
The City of College Station received grant funding in the amount of $9,200.00 in fiscal year 2013
for Brazos Valley Earth Day Advertising and My-Waste set up fees. The additional advertising
for 2013 Brazos Valley Earth Day helped increase attendance by more than 2,000 attendees.
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The proposed My-Waste smart phone application is a tool that, if funded, will expand resident
access to information through a customized mobile electronic format.
In the FY2013 grant term, College Station achieved satisfactory and exceeded expectations on
the Brazos Valley Council of Governments Performance Evaluation Report.
Project Application
Form 6c
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Form 6d. Scope of Work
(See application instructions. Add additional pages as necessary)
Provide a work program with a schedule of deliverables for the proposed project or program.
The work program with the schedule of deliverables will be considered the Scope of Work to be
performed under the contract agreement, if funded. Once the details of the work program have
been negotiated with the Applicant and approved by the BVCOG, the work program will be
entered into the grant contract.
As concisely as possible, for each task of the proposed project, describe the major steps or
activities involved, identify the responsible entities and establish a specific timeframe to
accomplish each task. The scope of work for the project or program must include:
• Detailed purpose and goal of the project (should be consistent with implementing the
goals, objectives, and recommendations from the regional solid waste management plan,
as stated in the project description on Form 6a).
• Specific task statements with responsible entity identified.
• List of deliverables/products/activities under each task.
• Schedule of deliverables.
Scope of Work for Brazos Valley Earth Day & My Waste Smart Phone Application
Purpose and Goal - To support the Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG) strategy to maximize
recycling as a beneficial means of reducing municipal solid waste.
Task 1- Solicit bid requests and contact vendors for advertising and media services.
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule - by February 2014
Task 2- Provide necessary information to Municipal Media Corp. Recycle Calendars to customize My-
Waste smart phone application and purchase first year annual fee.
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule - by February 2014
Task 3- Publicize the Brazos Valley Earth Day & My-Waste smart phone application through College
Station's Public Communications Department by airing public service announcements on TV-19,
submitting press releases to local news affiliates and providing staff for weekly guest
appearance radio spots on local stations.
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule - throughout March 2014
Task 4- Ensure all advertisements and publications clearly state “Funded by the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality and the Brazos Valley Council of Governments.”
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule throughout duration of the project
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Form 6d
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Form 6d. Scope of Work
Task 5- Provide My-Waste smart phone application data analysis of participant feedback when
available.
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule - April 2014
Task 6- Submit report results to the BVCOG as requested.
i. Responsible Entity - City of College Station
ii. Schedule - within a reasonable time frame upon request from the BVCOG Program
Manager.
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Form 6d
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Form 7. Grant Budget Summary
Please provide the following breakdown of the total amount of grant funding being requested:
Budget Category Funding Amount
1. Personnel/Salaries $ 0
2. Fringe Benefits $ 0
3. Travel $ 0
4. Supplies $ 0
5. Equipment $ 0
6. Construction $ 0
7. Contractual $ 0
8. Other $ 10,000
9. Total Direct Charges (sum of 1-8) $ 10,000
10. Indirect Charges* $
11. Total (sum of 9 - 10) $ 10,000
12. Fringe Benefit
Rate:
%
%
13. Indirect Cost
Rate:
%
%
Identify, in detail, each budget category to which your indirect cost rate applies and explain
any special conditions under which the rate will be applied:
*In accordance with the UGMS, indirect charges may be authorized if the Applicant has a
negotiated indirect cost rate agreement signed within the past 24 months by a federal
cognizant agency or state single audit coordinating agency. Alternatively, the Applicant may
be authorized to recover up to 10% of direct salary and wage costs (excluding overtime, shift
premiums, and fringe benefits) as indirect costs, subject to adequate documentation. If you
have an approved cost allocation plan, please enclose documentation of your approved indirect
rate.
Please complete any of the following detailed budget forms that are applicable.
Project Application
Form 7
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Form 7a: Detailed Matching Funds/In-Kind Services
This budget form should be completed if the Applicant is providing any level of matching funds
or in-kind services directly related to the proposed project.
Matching Funds: $1,000
In the space below, please explain in detail the application of any matching funds to be
provided by the Applicant, as directly related to the proposed project:
The City of College Station will provide $1,000.00 in funding towards Brazos Valley Earth Day.
The materials will be distributed at or prior to Brazos Valley Earth Day detailing the event,
recycling and waste reduction information, and printed with "Funded by the Texas Commission
on Environmental Quality and the Brazos Valley Council of Governments.”
In-Kind Services: $25,050 (monetary equivalent)
In the space below, please explain in detail the application of any in-kind services to be
provided by the Applicant, as directly related to the proposed project:
Utility Bill Inserts - 2 Months @ $11,950 ($23,900)
Social Media Advertising - 2 Months @ $150 ($300)
Blogs - 2 Months @ $50 ($100)
Website Hosting - 2 Months @ $150 ($300)
Access E-Newsletter - 2 Months @ $45 ($90)
Eagle TV Listing Banner - 2 Months @ $120 ($240)
Local Radio & TV Guest Appearance - 4 Guest Appearances @ $30 ($120)
Each project will receive approximately 1 month each of the above in-kind services
What is the TOTAL COST of the proposed project, considering the total grant funding
requested, any matching funds being provided by the Applicant, and the monetary
equivalent of any in-kind services being provided by the Applicant:
$ 36,250
Project Application
Form 7a
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Form 7b: Detailed Personnel/Salaries Expenses
For each employee to be funded wholly or in part by this grant, complete one of the lines in the
table below. Please refer to the definitions provided in the instructions in completing this sheet.
If funds are awarded, changes to grant-funded positions must be approved in advance by the
BVCOG.
Position Title Function FTE Status Monthly
Salary
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total
(Must equal Line 1 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$ 0
Project Application
Form 7b
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Form 7c: Detailed Travel Expenses
This budget form provides a more detailed breakdown of the total expenses for travel indicated
on Line 3 of the Overall Budget Summary.
Please describe the types of routine in-region travel expenses expected and purpose for the
travel.
Routine In-Region Travel Purpose of Travel Estimated
Cost
$
$
$
$
$
All out-of-state travel expenses and other non-routine travel, such as out-of-region travel to
special training or events must be pre-approved by the BVCOG. Complete the following
information for all requested non-routine travel, including any out-of-state travel. If those
details are not presently known, the BVCOG will need to approve those travel costs before the
travel occurs.
Non-Routine Travel Expenses
Date(s) Purpose & Destination Person(s) Estimated
Cost
$
$
$
Total Travel Expenses
(Must equal Line 3 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$
Project Application
Form 7c
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Form 7d: Detailed Supply Expenses
This budget form provides a more detailed breakdown of the total expenses for supplies
indicated on Line 4 of the Overall Budget Summary.
Please list the general types of supplies you expect to purchase with grant funding.
General Types of Supplies Estimated Cost
General office/desk supplies $
Other supplies (explain below):
$
TOTAL
(Must equal Line 4 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$
Project Application
Form 7d
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Form 7e: Detailed Equipment Expenses
All equipment purchases must be pre-approved by the BVCOG. If the specific details of an
equipment purchase are known, show that equipment on the list below. If the specific details of
the equipment costs are not known at this time, list the general details on this form. The specific
details of the equipment will then need to be provided to and approved by the BVCOG before the
costs are incurred.
Equipment ($5,000 or more per unit)
(Show description, type, model, etc.)
Unit Cost
No.of
Units
Total Cost
$ $
$ $
$ $
$ $
Total
(Must equal Line 5 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$
Project Application
Form 7e
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Form 7f: Detailed Construction Expenses
All construction projects must be pre-approved by the BVCOG. If the specific details of the
construction costs are not known at this time, list the general details on this form. The specific
details of the construction will then need to be provided to and approved by the BVCOG before
the costs are incurred. For any subcontracted activities, the request for approval will need to
include evidence that the contract price is reasonable and necessary (see instructions).
Types of Construction Subcontracted
Yes/No
Estimated Cost
$
$
$
$
$
Total
(Must equal Line 6 of the Overall Budget
Summary)
$ 0
Project Application
Form 7f
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Form 7g: Detailed Contractual Expenses
All contractual expenses must be pre-approved by the BVCOG. If the specific details of the
contractual costs are not known at this time, list the general details on this form. The more
specific details of the contractual costs will then need to be provided to and approved by the
BVCOG before the costs are incurred. The request for approval will need to include evidence
that the contract price is reasonable and necessary (see instructions). In addition, the
subcontract scope of work must be approved by the BVCOG before work begins.
Purpose Contractor(s) Contract
Amount
$
$
$
$
Total
(Must equal Line 7 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$ 0
Project Application
Form 7g
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Form 7h: Detailed Other Expenses
This budget form provides a more detailed breakdown of the total other expenses indicated on
Line 8 of the Overall Budget Summary. Please note that the final totals are at the bottom of the
next page.
Basic Other Expenses
Please identify the basic “Other” category expenses you expect to incur appropriate to the
project.
Basic Other Expenses Estimated Cost
Books and reference materials
$
Postage, telephone, FAX, utilities
$
Printing/reproduction
$
Advertising/public notices
$ 8,000.00
Registration fees for training (if approved)
$
Repair and maintenance
$
Basic office furnishings
$
Space and equipment rentals
$
Signage
$
Project Application
Form 7h
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Additional Other Expenses
The specific details of additional Other category expenses, not included on the list of basic Other
expenses, must be pre-approved by the BVCOG. If the specific details of the additional Other
expenses are not known at this time, list the general details on this form. The more specific
details will then need to be provided to and approved by the BVCOG before the costs are
incurred.
Additional Other Expenses Unit Cost No. of Units Total Cost
Computer hardware not listed under the
Equipment category (itemize each expense below
including description, type, model, etc.):
$ $
Computer software (itemize each expense below
including description, type, model, etc.):
My-Waste smart phone application
$ 2,200 $ 2,200
Additional Other expenses (itemize each expense
below including description, type, model, etc.):
My-Waste smart phone application one time set
up fee.
$ $
Total Other Expenses
(Must equal Line 8 of the Overall Budget Summary)
$ 10,200.00
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 1
2560 Earl Rudder Freeway South
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director of Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an
ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan – Future Land Use & Character Map from
Suburban Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved to General Commercial and Natural
Areas-Reserved for the property located at 2560 Earl Rudder Freeway South; approximately
11.4 acres at the corner of Earl Rudder Freeway South and Harvey Mitchell Parkway.
Relationship to Strategic Initiatives: Core Services and Infrastructure, Neighborhood
Integrity, Diverse Growing Economy, Sustainable City
Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing for this
item at their November 21, 2013 meeting where they recommended 4-0 approval.
Summary: The Unified Development Ordinance provides the following review criteria for
zoning map amendments:
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area or the City: The subject
tracts and properties immediately surrounding the area have been designated as
Suburban Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved on the Comprehensive Plan Future
Land Use and Character Map. The large area of Natural Areas-Reserved was designated
based on FEMA floodplain locations. The limited amount of Suburban Commercial land
use on this property was designated in order to provide an opportunity for development
in a limited area that would not negatively impact the floodplain. There has been no
change in the conditions in the subject area that would invalidate the current land use
and character designations for the area. Portions of the floodplain on this property were
reduced based on the 2009 flood study by Mitchell and Morgan.
2. Scope of the request: This request is to increase the intensity and amount of
commercial land use and character into an area that is otherwise natural areas and
limited single-family residences. The request would enable a land use that is more
intense than surrounding land uses and enable traffic generation and other service
demands in excess of current land uses. In addition, there is known flooding on Bee
Creek and surrounding areas, which consists of large amounts FEMA designated
floodplain. There may be additional impacts based on future development proposals;
however, a drainage analysis or mitigation plan has not been submitted to date.
3. Availability of adequate information: Staff can determine trips generated by the
proposed land use to assess impact. In addition, Staff has 2009 TxDOT traffic counts on
Harvey Mitchell Parkway (FM 2818). The current land use designation is Suburban
Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved with no improvements, generating no vehicles
per day (VPD). The proposed General Commercial designation may generate
approximately 5,700 VPD. TxDOT’s 2009 traffic counts along Harvey Mitchell Parkway
in this area are 15,100 VPD. Harvey Mitchell Parkway has a capacity of approximately
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40,000 VPD. A traffic impact analysis will be required at the time of rezoning to propose
any necessary mitigation due to the additional traffic.
In recent years, land use has not been changed on large portions of property designated
Natural Areas-Reserved without mitigation analysis. At this point, a drainage analysis or
mitigation plan has not been submitted and will not be required until site planning.
Therefore, it is unclear whether or not City drainage facilities are adequate to
accommodate the proposed land use amendment.
4. Consistency with the goals and strategies set forth in the Plan: The goal for
College Station’s Future Land Use and Character is to create a community with strong,
unique neighborhoods, protected rural areas, special districts, distinct corridors, and a
protected and enhanced natural environment.
Relevant Strategies identified to achieve this goal include:
• Promote public and private development and design practices that encourage
resource conservation and protection:
o The proposed land use and character designation would change the type
of commercial character currently designated on the property as well as
modify existing Natural Areas-Reserved character to allow intense
commercial development .
o Floodplains which have been designated Natural Areas-Reserved should be
preserved in order to serve their natural function of floodwater
conveyance.
• Identify, protect, and enhance unique community assets in our natural and built
environment:
o The proposed General Commercial land use and character designation
would modify the character of this Image Corridor, as designated under
the current plan. This property is located in the Harvey Mitchell Parkway
Primary Image Corridor, which includes a forested area of Bee Creek.
According to the Comprehensive Plan, care should be taken to protect the
trees and maximize the positive impression gained by this asset.
o Floodplains should be protected as a natural community asset.
• Provide a diversified economy generating quality, stable, full-time jobs;
bolstering the sales and property tax base; and contributing to a high quality of
life:
o The proposed land use amendment may generate jobs to stimulate the
local economy, bolster sales and the tax base.
• Provide improved mobility though a safe, efficient, and well-connected multi-
modal transportation system designed to be sensitive to the surrounding land
uses:
o The increased area of proposed General Commercial land use designation
and the existing Suburban Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved land
use designations generate different trip rates and so must be evaluated
against the capacity of the current transportation network.
5. Consideration of the Future Land Use & Character and/or Thoroughfare Plans:
The proposed General Commercial designation is for concentrations of commercial
activities that cater to nearby residents and the larger community or region. These
areas tend to be located near the intersection of two regionally significant roads. The
applicant has stated that there has been expressed interest in the property but several
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restrictions within the Suburban Commercial designation have deterred development of
this property.
In contrast, a Suburban Commercial land use and character designation is intended for
properties that cater to nearby residents versus the larger community or region. This
designation was created with the intent of being sensitive to residential areas by
considering the relationship of the two land uses.
A large portion of the property is designated Natural Areas-Reserved, which is meant for
areas that should be preserved for their natural function or open space qualities. In this
case, the Natural Areas-Reserved portion of the property was designated to match the
FEMA designated floodplain. The applicant has stated the Bee Creek floodplain boundary
has been revised; however, the proposed General Commercial land use designation also
encroaches into the revised floodplain area. In addition, the revised floodplain area
determined by Mitchell and Morgan in 2009 has not yet been reflected on the effective
FEMA maps.
The Thoroughfare Plan designations for State Highway 6 and Harvey Mitchell Parkway
(FM 2818) need not change in context or classification due to the proposed land use.
6. Compatibility with the surrounding area: The subject properties are located in an
area designated as Suburban Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved. In addition, this
area is currently zoned GS General Suburban, which allows single-family residential
development. Most of the surrounding area is undeveloped and remains in its natural
state, with a limited amount of existing single-family residences located west of
Dartmouth Street.
The Suburban Commercial designation would permit uses including offices and small
scale retail and restaurants. As previously stated, the Suburban Commercial designation
is meant for smaller-scale commercial uses. The Natural Areas-Reserved designation is
meant for areas that should be preserved for their natural function, such as floodwater
conveyance, or open space qualities.
With the proposed General Commercial land use and character designation, an increased
amount of traffic can be expected. The Unified Development Ordinance requires
screening and buffering to adjacent properties. Permitted development would include all
uses within the General Commercial zoning district.
7. Impacts on infrastructure including water, wastewater, drainage, and the
transportation network: Water service to the tract may be provided by existing 12-
and 24-inch water mains running along the north side of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South.
There is a proposed master waterline which will connect to the existing water main along
Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and run north along the Earl Rudder Freeway South
Frontage Road. Domestic and fire flow demands may necessitate future water main
extensions at the time of site development. There is currently an 18-inch sanitary sewer
main along the east side of the tract adjacent to the Earl Rudder Freeway South
Frontage Road available to serve the property. The sanitary sewer master plan has
identified this sanitary sewer line as needing to be upsized in the future. The proposed
General Commercial land use may create more intensity; however, preliminary analysis
of the system has indicated that there is available capacity to serve this type of
development.
The subject tract is located in the Bee Creek drainage basin and contains FEMA Special
Flood Hazard Area. The land use for a portion of 100-year floodplain, which is currently
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designated as Natural Areas-Reserved, is proposed to be changed to General
Commercial. No mitigation or analysis has been submitted for the proposed floodplain
encroachment to date. Development of the subject tract will be required to meet the
City’s “No Adverse Impact” requirements of the Flood Ordinance and B/CS Unified Storm
Water Design Guidelines. Site development impacts on the drainage system will be
evaluated further at that time.
8. Impact on the City’s ability to provide, fund, and maintain services: No indication
exists that the City will have any difficulty in providing or funding services to the subject
property based on the requested land use and character designation.
9. Impact on environmentally sensitive and natural areas: The subject property is
located in the Bee Creek drainage basin and contains FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area.
As previously stated, the land use designation for a portion of the 100-year floodplain is
proposed to be changed from Natural Areas-Reserved to General Commercial. This
change would recognize that an intense amount of development is permissible on an
area of land that is currently undeveloped and intended to be preserved in its natural
state for conveyance of floodwaters. No mitigation or analysis has been submitted and
it is unclear what impacts site development will have on the drainage system in this area
and surrounding areas.
10. Contribution to the overall direction and character of the community as
captured in the Plan’s vision and goals: The goal for College Station’s Future Land
Use and Character is to create a community with strong, unique neighborhoods,
protected rural areas, special districts, distinct corridors, and a protected and enhanced
natural environment. Additionally, the Economic Development goal for College Station is
to provide a diversified economy generating quality, stable, full-time jobs; bolstering the
sales and property tax base; and contributing to a high quality of life.
This request recognizes and promotes economic opportunity but the environmental
impact of the increased commercial development opportunity has not yet been
demonstrated.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Background
2. Aerial, Small Area Map (SAM), and Future Land Use & Character Map
3. Ordinance
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: November 21, 2013
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: December 12, 2013
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College
Station’s Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public
hearing:
None
Contacts in support: None at the time of this report.
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of this report.
Inquiry contacts: One (1) at the time of this report.
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive
Plan
Zoning Land Use
North Natural Areas-
Reserved GS General Suburban vacant
South (across
Harvey Mitchell
Pkwy)
Urban and
Natural Areas-
Reserved
O Office, P-MUD Planned Mixed Use
District, R&D Research and
Development, and GC General
Commercial and OV Corridor Overlay
vacant
East (east of Earl
Rudder Fwy S)
Natural Areas-
Reserved O Office and GS General Suburban offices
West (west of
Dartmouth St)
Natural Areas-
Reserved and
Suburban
Commercial
GS General Suburban vacant
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: February 1971
Zoning: GS General Suburban
Final Plat: These properties are unplatted.
Site development: The sites are currently undeveloped.
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 2
Rezoning – Gateway Subdivision Phase 3
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director of Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an
amendment to Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official Zoning
Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning
approximately 0.76 acres for Gateway Subdivision, Lot 3D, Block 1 at 180 Forest Drive,
generally located adjacent to the Gateway Villas Development from O Office to GC General
Commercial.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Diverse Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their
November 21, 2013 meeting and voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the rezoning request.
Summary: This request is to rezone the property from GC General Commercial to R-4
Multi-Family.
The Unified Development Ordinance provides the following review criteria for zoning map
amendments:
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The subject property is as an area
designated as General Commercial and Urban on the Comprehensive Plan. The land use
designations on the Comprehensive Plan are not parcel based. The adjacent property to
the east, designated as Urban on the Comprehensive Plan, is developed as the Gateway
Villas and to the west is floodplain. The intent of this rezoning request is to continue the
R-4 Multi-Family development of Gateway Villas and therefore, this area is considered to
be an appropriate continuation of the existing development pattern.
2. Compatibility with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property
and with the character of the neighborhood: The subject property is currently
zoned GC General Commercial and abuts an R-4 Multi-Family development. The request
to rezone to R-4 Multi-Family is compatible with the present zoning as the intent is to
continue the adjacent Gateway Villas development. Due to the creek acting as a buffer
from the existing commercial development, additional commercial development on this
site of the creek is less suitable.
3. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
district that would be made applicable by the proposed amendment: As stated,
the proposed rezoning for this property is R-4 Multi-Family from GC General
Commercial. Immediately adjacent to this property are the Gateway Villas, also zoned
R-4 Multi-Family. By rezoning the property, the ability to continue the multi-family
development will be possible. This area is more suitable for multi-family due to its
location in relation to the creek. Additionally, access is available through the multi-
family development.
4. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment: The
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portion of Gateway Center west of Forest Drive was zoned for commercial in 1997. The
area has been developed with a bank, Panera Bread, and a hotel is currently under
construction. Gateway Villas developed to the boundary of Phase 3 of the Gateway
Subdivision, creating the separation between the R-4 Multi-Family and GC General
Commercial zonings.
Because of the proximity of the floodplain, size of the subject property, and the possible
need for separate access, there are potential development limitations for a commercial
venture.
5. Marketability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by
the district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment:
The applicant states that the roadway system feeding into this property is not adequate
for a commercial development.
As the Gateway Villas have already developed, infrastructure is available to continue the
multi-family development.
6. Availability of water, wastewater, storm water, and transportation facilities
generally suitable and adequate for the proposed use: There is an existing 6-inch
water main available to serve this property. There are also existing 6-, 8-, and 12-inch
sanitary sewer mains available to serve the property. The site generally drains to the
north to an adjacent unnamed tributary to Burton Creek. Drainage and other site
infrastructure required with site development shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the BCS Unified Design Guidelines. Access to the site is provided via
existing private access drives.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Background Information
2. Aerial & Small Area Map (SAM)
3. Draft P&Z Commission Meeting Minutes
4. Ordinance
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: November 21, 2013
Advertised Council Hearing Date: December 12, 2013
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s
Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing:
N/A
Property owner notices mailed: Eleven.
Contacts in support: None at the time of this report.
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of this report.
Inquiry contacts: None at the time of this report.
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North Urban R-4 Multi-Family Multi-Family -
Gateway Villas
South Natural Areas -
Reserved
GC General Commercial
with OV Corridor Overlay Vacant
East General
Commercial/Natural
Areas - Reserved
GC General Commercial
with OV Corridor Overlay Vacant – Floodplain
West Urban R-4 Multi-Family with OV
Corridor Overlay
Multi-Family -
Gateway Villas
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: February 1971
Zoning: OV Corridor Overlay 1992
C-B Commercial Business 1997
C-B Commercial Business renamed to C-1 General Commercial
2003
C-1 General Commercial renamed to GC General Commercial
2012
Final Plat: November 2004 Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1 Phase 3 of the
Gateway Subdivision
Site development: A portion of this site is being used as parking for Gateway Villas
development.
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
November 21, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jodi Warner, Jim Ross, Bo Miles, and Jerome Rektorik
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Mike Ashfield and Brad Corrier
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Blanche Brick
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Bob Cowell, Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Jennifer Prochazka,
Jason Schubert, Matt Robinson, Morgan Hester, Carol Cotter, Danielle Singh, Erika Bridges,
Teresa Rogers, Alan Gibbs, Crystal Derkowski, Deborah Grace-Rosier, and Timothy Green
1.
Acting Chairman Ross called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Call Meeting to Order
2.
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
No citizens spoke.
Hear Citizens
4.
All items approved by Consent are approved with any and all staff recommendations.
Consent Agenda
4.1 Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
• Mike Ashfield ~ November 21, 2013
4.2 Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve Meeting Minutes.
• November 7, 2013 ~ Workshop
• November 7, 2013 ~ Regular
4.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Caprock Crossing
Phase 5 consisting of one commercial lot on approximately 2.8 acres located at 1780
Greens Prairie Road West. Case #13-00900215 (M.Robinson)
4.4 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Castlegate II Section
205 consisting of 32 single-family residential lots on approximately 9.8 acres
generally located west of the Castlegate Subdivision. Case #13-00900226
(M.Robinson)
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Commissioner Rektorik motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.1 – 4.4.
Commissioner Miles seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
Regular Agenda
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.
6. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion, regarding an amendment to
Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map,” of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by rezoning approximately
0.76 acres for Gateway Subdivision, Lot 3D, Block 1 at 180 Forest Drive, generally
located adjacent to the Gateway Villas development, from GC General Commercial to R-
4 Multi-Family. Case #13-00900222 (M.Hester) (Note: Final action on this item is
scheduled for the December 12, 2013 City Council Meeting - subject to change)
Staff Planner Hester presented the staff report and recommended approval of the rezoning
with the condition that the 100-foot landscape buffer remains as required in Ordinance
2239 and as depicted in Exhibit A that accompanies this rezoning request.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission regarding the 100-foot landscape
buffer.
Acting Chairman Ross opened the public hearing.
David Scarmardo, 1289 N. Harvey Mitchell Parkway, Bryan, Texas, addressed the
Commission and stated that he could answer any questions.
Acting Chairman Ross closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Miles motioned to recommend approval of the rezoning with the
condition that the 100-foot landscape buffer remains as required. Commissioner
Rektorik seconded the motion, which passed (4-0).
7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance
amending the Comprehensive Plan – Future Land Use & Character Map from Suburban
Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved to General Commercial and Natural Areas-
Reserved for the property located at 2560 Earl Rudder Freeway South; approximately
11.1 acres at the corner with Harvey Mitchell Parkway South. Case #13-00900224
(T.Rogers) (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the December 12, 2013
City Council Meeting - subject to change)
Staff Planner Rogers presented the staff report and stated that the Planning and Zoning
Commission and City Council are requested to make a policy decision. At least three
options for action are available as noted below:
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• Accept the applicant’s proposal of amending the Comprehensive Plan to General
Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved designation;
• Deny the applicant’s proposal and maintain Suburban Commercial and Natural
Areas-Reserved designation on the Comprehensive Plan;
• Propose an alternative land use and character designation for this property.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission regarding the three options
provided.
Veronica Morgan, 511 University Drive East, College Station, Texas, addressed the
Commission and gave an overview of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Acting Chairman Ross opened the public hearing.
Larry and Susan Clancy, 2723 Fontana, Houston, Texas spoke in favor of the
Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Fain McDougal, 4150 Shadowbrook, College Station, Texas, spoke in favor of the
Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Acting Chairman Ross closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Rektorik motioned to recommend approval of the ordinance
amendment by accepting the applicants’ proposal of amending the Comprehensive
Plan to General Commercial and Natural Areas-Reserved designations.
Commissioner Warner seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
8. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items – A Planning & Zoning 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.
There was no discussion regarding future agenda items.
9. Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
Jim Ross, Acting Chairman Deborah Grace-Rosier
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 3
UDO Process Improvements Amendment
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding
an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 12-3.4, “Plat
Review,” and Section 12-3.18, “Administrative Adjustment,” of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of College Station, Texas regarding title reports, tax certificates, and administrative
adjustments.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Good Governance, Diverse Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their
December 5th
meeting and recommended unanimous approval.
Summary: Several organizational and process revisions were identified for action as part of
a review of Planning & Development Services that occurred earlier this year. The proposed
amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) was scheduled as part of the
Annual Review of the UDO in October as Process Improvements and seeks to implement
revisions that require ordinance amendment. Many of the other recommended actions are
being implemented through administrative process changes with others to receive
consideration at a future time.
The first part of the proposed amendment relates to plat application requirements in UDO
Section 12-3.4 “Plat Review.” The existing ordinance requires current tax certificates be
provided as part of a final plat application. State law requires tax certificates to accompany
a plat when it is filed for record at the courthouse. The proposed amendment adds the
phrase “prior to the filing a plat for record” so that tax certificates would no longer be
required as part of the initial application but could be provided later. Many times when a
plat is ready to be filed for record, the tax certificates that were provided with the initial
application are no longer current. This amendment reduces the frequency that tax
certificates would need to be provided again.
Title reports and proof of signing authority are two other plat application items that are not
included in the proposed ordinance as they are being addressed administratively. The
existing ordinance requires a title report, current within 90 days, be provided with each
preliminary plan and final plat application. The administrative change allows title reports
that were provided for the same property with one application be considered “on file” for
subsequent applications. Applicants will continue to provide updated title reports or nothing
further certificates with applications so that the most recent document is current within 90
days of its application date. Similarly, when a property is owned by a company, each
application must provide proof of authority to show the individual signing the application has
authority to do so on the company’s behalf. When proof of authority for a particular
company has been provided with an application, it will be considered “on file” for
subsequent applications.
The second part of the proposed amendment relates to the expanding the authority for
granting Administrative Adjustments in UDO Section 12-3.18 “Administrative Adjustment.”
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The existing ordinance allows the Administrator, which is defined by the UDO as the
Planning & Development Services Director or his designee, to administratively approve
adjustments (minor variances) to UDO requirements. The authority is currently limited to
adjustments of up to 10% of zoning dimensional standards such as building setbacks and
off-street parking standards such as the minimum amount of required parking spaces. The
proposed amendment allows the Administrator to consider approval of any dimensional
standard or numerical requirement provided in the UDO. This will provide the Administrator
greater flexibility to consider adjustments that are minor in nature. Adjustments greater
than 10% will continue to be considered variances that require application to the Zoning
Board of Adjustment (ZBA) for consideration.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Redlined applicable UDO Sections
2. Signed Ordinance
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Red-Line of UDO Process Improvements Amendment
UDO Section 12-3.4, “Plat Review,” amending subsection 12-3.4.C.3.b.2):
2) Prior to filing a plat for record, Pprovide current certified tax certificates from all taxing agencies
showing payment of all ad valorem taxes on the land within the subdivision;
UDO Section 12-3.18, “Administrative Adjustment”:
“B. Applicability.
The Administrator shall have the authority to authorize adjustments of up to ten (10) percent from
any dimensional standards or numerical requirement set forth in the Residential Dimensional
Standards, Non-Residential Dimensional Standards, and Design District Dimensional Standards
Sections in Chapter 12, Article 5 of this UDO, and the Off-Street Parking Standards Section in
Chapter 12, Article 7 of this UDO. Any adjustment request greater than ten (10) percent shall be
treated as a variance handled by the Zoning Board of Adjustment subject to the requirements of
the Variances Section in Chapter 12, Article 3 of this UDO.
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 4
College Station Policy Regarding Municipal Utility Districts
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an
Ordinance amending Chapter 11, “Utilities”, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College
Station, Texas, by adopting Section 12, relating to the creation of Municipal Utility Districts;
establishing procedures for the review and approval to create Municipal Utility Districts
within the City or the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction; requiring deposits for costs
incurred; requiring prerequisite documentation for consent and providing for other matters
relating to the subject and amending Chapter 14, “Service Fees”, Section 14-6,
“Development Services” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by
adding Subsection B, relating to the fees to be paid in conjunction with the creation and
operation of Municipal Utility Districts.
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas, adopting a policy on
the creation, operation, and dissolution of Municipal Utility Districts located within the City’s
incorporated limits or its Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Financially Sustainable City, Core Services and
Infrastructure, Neighborhood Integrity, Diverse Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the Ordinance
Summary: The Council has recently received informal requests seeking Council’s opinion on
the formation of two Municipal Utility Districts, one located within the City limits, the other
in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. Based upon these two requests, staff
recommended and Council concurred, that an overall policy regarding the terms of the City’s
granting of consent for such requests, was warranted.
The attached Ordinances and Resolution define when the City will consider granting its
consent for such requests and when it will deny such consent. Further, the information
details the application process and costs for such requests, the standards that development
and infrastructure shall meet when consent is granted, and issues related to annexation of
property within the MUD, issuance of debt, and the dissolution of the MUD.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Resolution Regarding Policy
3. Resolution Regarding Fees
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RESOLUTION NO. _________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION,
TEXAS, ADOPTING A POLICY ON THE CREATION, OPERATION, AND
DISSOLUTION OF MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICTS LOCATED WITHIN THE
CITY’S INCORPORATED LIMITS OR ITS EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION
WHEREAS, the City of College Station, Texas, is empowered under state law to exercise
authority over municipal utility districts located within the City’s incorporated limits or in
its extraterritorial jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas, desires to adopt a
formal policy setting out those requirements necessary for the City’s consent to the
creation of municipal utility districts located within the City’s incorporated limits or in its
extraterritorial jurisdiction; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLLEGE
STATION, TEXAS:
PART 1: That the City Council hereby adopts a formal policy on the creation,
operation, and dissolution of municipal utility districts within the City’s
incorporated limits or in its extraterritorial jurisdiction as set out in Exhibit
“A” attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes.
PART 2: That this resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its
passage.
PASSED and APPROVED this _______ day of ___________________, 2013. APPROVED:
______________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________
City Attorney
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EXHIBIT “A”
A POLICY RELATED TO THE CREATION, OPERATION, AND DISSOLUTION OF
MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICTS LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF COLLEGE
STATION INCORPORATED LIMITS OR IN ITS EXTRATERRITORIAL
JURISDICTION.
PURPOSE
This policy establishes how the City Council will exercise its authority relating to the
creation, operation, and dissolution of municipal utility districts located within the City or
its extraterritorial jurisdiction.
SCOPE OF POLICY
Municipal utility districts may, at times, play a significant role in financing, constructing
and operating water, wastewater, and drainage, facilities for the development of land in
the City and the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. State law gives the City Council
authority over the creation, operation, and dissolution of municipal utility districts. This
policy sets forth the requirements that the City will exercise over municipal utility
districts.
Section I. Definitions. In this Policy:
“ETJ” means the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.
“MUD” or “District” means a municipal utility district created under section 52, Article
III and section 59, article XVI of the Texas Constitution and operating under chapters 49,
51 and 54 of the Texas Water Code.
“TCEQ” means Texas Commission Environmental Quality.
Section II. Creation of ETJ Districts.
A. Background. The provisions of this Section II apply to the City's consent conditions
for the creation of Districts over land located in the ETJ in accordance with the
general laws applicable to the creation of Districts as well as special legislation
resulting in the creation of Districts. The City may oppose all Districts, regardless of
how they are created, that do not meet the prerequisite criteria outlined in Section
II.C. or if the applicant does not agree to the City's conditions outlined in Section
II.D. Additionally, the City will oppose all Districts if the applicant and the City
cannot come to a mutual agreement on the terms expressed in Section II.E. The City
reserves the right to annex any and all land in the ETJ and dissolve Districts if
necessary when such action is determined to be beneficial by the City Council.
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B. Application for Creation. A person requesting that the City give its written consent
to the creation of a District must file an application with the City on a form
provided for that purpose, along with the required petition and any fee required by
ordinance. The application must state whether the applicant is requesting an
Exemption to the Policy that the City will serve the District with water and
wastewater services. The application shall also require additional information related
to the District and the benefits of the proposed District, including, but not limited to,
the number of current property owners within the proposed District, evidence that the
value of property located within the proposed District will be significantly increased
by the construction of District infrastructure, details demonstrating the proposed
District’s consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, and details demonstrating
the community benefits related to the creation of the proposed District. Upon the
City's request, the applicant must promptly provide to the City any other
information reasonably necessary for the City Council to determine whether its
consent should be given.
C. Prerequisite for Creation. Before the City Council consents to creation of a
District, the following issues shall be considered:
1. Whether the City has already made plans to annex, or provide municipal services
to the area proposed for inclusion in the District within the next five (5) years,
2. Whether the proposed area for the District lies in the ETJ of two (2) or more
cities.
If the determination on both issues 1. and 2. above is negative, then the City Council
should give further consideration to offering their consent for the creation of the
District while applying the conditions listed in Section II.D. and II.E. and of this
policy. If the determination on either of the two issues is affirmative, then the City
Council will not consent to creation, and will move to annex the land or the City
may attempt to work through any outstanding issue that prevented the City from
providing consent.
D. Conditions for City Consent. In order for the City Council to consent to the creation
of, or inclusion of land within a District, then it shall impose the following
requirements as conditions to the City's consent, and such requirements shall be
stipulated in the consent resolution and/or other ancillary agreements including, but
not limited to, a development agreement and strategic partnership agreement, unless
the City Council determines that requirements are not appropriate with regard to a
specific District.
1. The authorizing order or resolution regarding the issuance of any series of
bonds, which bonds shall be and remain obligations of the District until its
dissolution, must be approved by the City Council. The City Council may
refuse to give its approval to the issuance of bonds or limit the amount of
bonds issued by the District if the District is not in compliance with the
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City’s requirements contained in the consent resolution or ancillary
documents. The City will request compliance with the following terms and
reporting requirements:
a. The District's initial bond debt maturity date will not exceed thirty
(30) years. Once the District has established a maturity date for its
initial bonds, the maturity date for any additional bonds will not
extend beyond the maturity date for the initial bonds, without the
approval of the City.
b. The amount of each annual principal payment on bond debt should
be substantially the same or only moderately increased throughout
the repayment term. In any case, at least 40% of the principal must
be repaid in the first half of the repayment schedule, unless a portion
of the bonds are structured as capital appreciation bonds.
c. The District may not fund capitalized interest in an amount in excess
of the lesser of twenty-four (24) months or the amount approved by the
TCEQ.
d. The City may limit a MUD to only issue bonds for the purposes of
providing water, wastewater and drainage improvements as provided
in Texas Water Code, Section 54.016(e).
e. The City may approve the issuance of District bonds for park or road
improvements if the park or road improvements for which the bonds
are issued are included in the City's master plans.
f. At least thirty (30) days before the issuance of bonds, except
refunding bonds, the District's financial advisor shall certify in
writing that bonds are being issued within the existing economic
feasibility guidelines established by the TCEQ, whether or not the
District has been approved by the TCEQ. The report, provided to the
City Manager, should also state the following:
i. The amount of bonds being proposed for issuance,
ii. The projects to be funded by such bonds,
iii. The proposed debt service tax rate after issuance of the
bonds.
g. Within thirty (30) days after the District closes the sale of a series of
bonds, the District shall deliver to the City Manager a copy of the final
official statement for such series of bonds as well as any additional
information requested by the City and provide the City with a complete
transcript of bond proceedings within sixty (60) days after the date the
bonds are delivered.
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h. Terms of any refunding proposed by the District must be approved by
the City Council.
2. All water, wastewater, drainage and road infrastructure constructed by the
District will become City owned and operated infrastructure unless the
Council grants an exemption. Therefore, plans for District infrastructure shall
be prepared, reviewed and approved in accordance with City ordinances.
District infrastructure shall be constructed in accordance with City design
standards. The City reserves the right to inspect all facilities being
constructed by or on behalf of the District and to charge inspection fees
required by ordinance.
3. All District utility infrastructure must be designed and constructed as part of
a City approved regional utility system and in compliance with the City's
Water Master Plan and Wastewater Master Plan. The District must pay all
applicable connection fees prior to connecting to the City's water and
wastewater system.
If land included in the District is developed in phases, each phase of the development
included in a bond issue must meet the applicable economic feasibility rules of the TCEQ
which require that each phase proposed to be financed includes in the bond application
the water, sewer, drainage and other facilities to serve the development and has the
requisite governmental approvals.
4. The District will require that District board meetings be recorded and that
such recordings be available on-line. The District will require that minutes of
District board meetings will be available on-line.A District may not extend
the boundaries of the District unless the City Council first adopts a resolution
giving its consent to the extension. The conditions contained in the resolution
consenting to the creation of the District also apply to any boundary extension,
unless the resolution approving the District’s proposed boundary extension
states otherwise. Conversely, the District may not enter into an agreement to
be annexed, in whole or in part with another District or municipality without
written authorization from the City.
5. The District shall file a notice in the real property records of Brazos County
stating that the City may annex the District as provided by state law. The
parties may attach a form of such notice to the consent agreement or
development agreement.
6. The District shall send a copy of the order or other action setting an ad
valorem tax rate to the City Secretary, Executive Director, Business Services
and the City Manager within thirty (30) days after District’s adoption of the
rate.
7. The District shall send a copy of its annual audit to the Executive Director,
Business Services and City Manager. The District will meet accounting
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standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and
fulfill all arbitrage compliance reports to the satisfaction of the Executive
Director, Business Services.
8. The District shall provide copies of any material event notices filed under
Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities and Exchange Commission and other
applicable federal securities laws or regulations to the City Manager within
thirty (30) days after filing such notices with the applicable federal agency.
E. Additional Conditions. The City may agree to include other conditions or other
requirements in the City's consent resolution, upon mutual agreement with the
District, including:
1. That the developer(s) of the land will enter into a development agreement
with the City, pursuant to Local Government Code, Section 212.172, to
extend the City's planning authority over land included in the District by
providing for City Council approval of a development plan, authorizing
enforcement by the City for land use and development regulations, and
include other lawful terms and considerations the parties consider
appropriate. The development agreement may include provisions that are
mutually acceptable to the parties related to the following matters:
a. Land use plan reflecting all approved land uses and residential
densities;
b. Compliance with City construction codes, including permit
requirements;
c. Compliance with City and other applicable stormwater and
water quality regulations;
d. Development standards comparable to City zoning regulations;
and
e. Dedication and development of park areas.
2. The City’s policy is for water and wastewater services in the District to be
provided by the City, with the City owning and operating the infrastructure. If
feasible, the District will enter into a strategic partnership agreement which
will outline terms for the annexation of the District in to the City limits, as
well as address whether the District will be immediately dissolved or
continue to operate for limited purposes after annexation.
3. That the City may annex any or all commercial development within the District
for limited purpose pursuant to a Strategic Partnership Agreement under Local
Government Code, Section 43.0751, and may impose a sales and use tax within
the area annexed for limited purposes.
4. That a District may not provide water or wastewater service outside the
boundaries of the District without written authorization from the City and
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will not enter into an agreement with another District or municipality to
receive water and wastewater services without the prior written authorization
from the City.
5. The District may enter into a Fire Protection Agreement with the City. The
agreement will include terms and conditions for the District to receive full
City of College Station Fire Protection services, as well as outline plans for
the cost allocation of future capital improvements projects, such as the
construction of fire stations.
6. That if the City determines that development in a District will place a burden
on City roads as a result of a traffic impact analysis, and the District has been
provided road bond authority from the City, the District will construct,
widen, or improve such roads within the District in accordance with the
standards set forth in Section 212.904 of the Texas Local Government Code.
Section III. Creation of In-City Districts.
A. Background. The provisions of this Section III. apply to the City's consent conditions
for the creation of Districts over land located in the City's corporate limits in
accordance with the general laws applicable to the creation of Districts, as well as
special legislation resulting in the creation of Districts. All City ordinances and codes,
including applicable permits, fees and inspections, shall be of full force and effect
within the District in the same manner as with respect to other areas within the City's
corporate limits except as specifically stated herein.
B. Application for Creation. A person requesting that the City give its written consent to
the creation of a District must file an application with the City on a form provided for
that purpose, along with the required petition and any fee required by ordinance. The
application must provide justification if the applicant is requesting that the City not
serve the District with water and wastewater services. The application shall also require
additional information related to the benefits of the proposed District, including, but not
limited to, evidence that the value of property located within the proposed District will be
significantly increased by the construction of District infrastructure, details demonstrating
the proposed District’s consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, and details
demonstrating the community benefits related to the creation of the proposed District.
Upon the City's request, the applicant must provide any other information reasonably
necessary for the City Council to determine whether its consent should be given.
C. Prerequisite for Creation. Before the City Council consents to creation of a District,
the following issues shall be considered:
1. Whether the area has already been developed with sufficient infrastructure
to accommodate future or existing water, wastewater, drainage and
transportation needs.
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2. Whether the proposed District includes land located outside the City’s
corporate limits.
If the determination on issues 1. and 2. are negative, then the City Council should give
further consideration to offering their consent for the creation of the District while
applying the conditions listed in Section III.D. and III.E. of this policy. If the
determination on any of the two issues is affirmative, then the City Council should not
consent to creation.
D. Conditions for City Consent. In order for the City Council to consent to the creation of,
or inclusion of land within a District, then it shall impose the following requirements as
conditions of the City’s consent, and such requirements shall be stipulated in the consent
resolution and/or other ancillary agreements such as a development agreement, unless
the City Council determines that requirements are not appropriate with regard to a specific
District.
l. The authorizing order or resolution regarding the issuance of any series of
bonds, which bonds shall be and remain obligations of the District until its
dissolution, must be approved by the City Council. The City Council may refuse
to give its approval the issuance to of bonds or limit the amount of bonds issued
by the District if the District is not in compliance with the City's requirements
contained in the consent resolution or ancillary documents. The City will
request compliance with the following terms and reporting requirements:
a. The District’s initial bond debt maturity date will not exceed
thirty (30) years. Once the District has established a maturity
date for its initial bonds, the maturity date for any additional bonds
will not extend beyond the maturity date for the initial bonds, without
the approval of the City.
b. The amount of each annual principal payment on bond debt should
be substantially the same or only moderately increased throughout
the repayment term. I n any case, at least 40% of the principal must
be repaid in the first half of the repayment schedule, unless a
portion of the bonds are structured as capital appreciation bonds.
c. The District may not fund capitalized interest in an amount in excess
of the lesser oftwenty-four (24) months or the amount approved by the
TCEQ.
The City may limit a MUD to only issue bonds for the purposes of
providing water, wastewater and drainage improvements as provided
in Texas Water Code, Section 54.016(e).
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d. The City may approve the issuance of District bonds for park or road
improvements if the park or road improvements for which the bonds
are issued are included in the City's master plans.
e. At least thirty (30) days before the issuance of bonds, except
refunding bonds, the District's financial advisor shall certify in
writing that bonds are being issued within the existing economic
feasibility guidelines established by the TCEQ whether or not the
District has been approved by the TCEQ. The report, provided to
the City Manager, should also state the following:
i. The amount of bonds being proposed for issuance,
ii. The projects to be funded by such bonds,
iii. The proposed debt service tax rate after issuance of the bonds.
f. Within thirty (30) days after the District closes the sale of a series
of bonds, the District shall deliver to the City Manager a copy of the
final official statement for such series of bonds as well as any additional
information requested by the City and provide the City with a complete
transcript of bond proceedings within sixty (60) days after the date the
bonds are delivered.
g. Terms of any refunding proposed by the District must be approved by
the City Council.
3. The City shall require that the owner of the real property over which the
District will be created enter into a written City contract for the City to
provide water and wastewater services to the District and that the District
accept, after its creation, the water and wastewater service contract agreed
upon between the City and the owner. The District must pay all applicable
connection fees. All District utility infrastructure must be designed and
constructed as a part of the City's regional utility system and in compliance with
the City's Water Master Plan and Wastewater Master Plan.
4. Plans for District infrastructure shall be prepared, reviewed, and approved in
accordance with City ordinances. District infrastructure shall be constructed
in accordance with City design standards. The City reserves the right to
inspect all facilities being constructed by or on behalf of the District and to
charge inspection fees required by ordinance.
5. If land included in the District is developed in phases, each phase of the
development included in a bond issue must meet the applicable economic
feasibility rules of the TCEQ which require that each phase proposed to be
financed includes in the bond application the water, sewer, drainage and other
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facilities to serve the development and has the requisite governmental
approvals.
6. The District shall provide for the City to appoint one (1) ex officio member to
the District’s initial board, and to all subsequent boards, unless otherwise
prohibited by law.
7. The District will require that District board meetings be recorded and that
such recordings be available on-line. The District will require that minutes of
District board meetings will be available on-line.
8. A District may not annex additional land into the District unless the City
Council first adopts a resolution giving its consent to the annexation. The
conditions contained in the resolution consenting to the creation of the District
also apply to the land annexed, unless the resolution approving the District's
annexation of additional land states otherwise. Conversely, the District may
not enter into an agreement to be annexed, in whole or in part, with another
District or municipality, without written authorization from the City of
College Station.
9. A District may not provide water or wastewater service outside the
boundaries of the District. Conversely, the District may not enter into an
agreement with another District or municipality to receive water and
wastewater services without written consent from the City.
10. The District shall send a copy of the order or other action setting an ad
valorem tax rate to the City Secretary, City Finance Director and the City
Manager within thirty (30) days after District adoption of the rate.
11. The District shall send a copy of its annual audit to the City Finance
Director and City Manager. The District will also ensure that they are
meeting accounting standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards
Board (GASB), and they are fulfilling all arbitrage compliance reports to the
satisfaction of the City Finance Director.
12. The District shall provide copies of any material event notices filed under
applicable federal securities laws or regulations to the City Manager within
thirty (30) days after filing such notices with the applicable federal agency.
13. The District will not own any facilities without the City’s written
approval. The District will finance water, wastewater, and drainage facilities
and convey those facilities within the City’s service areas to the City, upon
completion of construction, for operation and maintenance.
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Section IV. Dissolution of Districts.
A. Application. The City Council may dissolve a District at any time, with or without
District approval pursuant to state statute. However, a District may provide a written
request that the City consider dissolution if certain guidelines, addressed below, are
met. The request should be sent to the City Secretary with the proposed date of
dissolution, and supporting documentation showing that the District will meet the
guidelines for dissolution by that date. If the City Council decides that dissolution
will be beneficial to the City, the City will prepare a written implementation
plan for the District's dissolution within six (6) months of the date the City Council
considers the request.
B. Dissolution Guidelines. Districts seeking dissolution should meet all of the following
conditions:
a. Preferably, all District bond debt should be fully paid. At a minimum, the City's
annual costs of paying the District’s bond debt and reoccurring operation and
maintenance expenses after dissolution will be no greater than the amount of
revenues the City gains through the total ad valorem value of property within the
District;
b. The District has fully reimbursed the developer for the developer's cost of
installing District infrastructure in compliance with the District's contract with the
developer as permitted by Texas law and regulations;
c. The District is not delinquent in the payment of any other financial obligation that
is due prior to the date of dissolution, other than the bond debt to be assumed by
the City;
d. The District did not finance and does not own or operate any drainage detention
facilities that the City did not specifically approve as a public drainage facility
that would become part of the City's public drainage system upon the District's
dissolution.
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 5
Munson Avenue On-street Parking Removal
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director
Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, possible action and discussion of an
ordinance amending Chapter 10 “Traffic Code”, to remove parking along both sides of
Munson Avenue from Lincoln Avenue to Rose Circle.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
1. Core Services and Infrastructure
2. Neighborhood Integrity
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the ordinance amendment.
Summary: To access a nearby TAMU bus stop on Lincoln Avenue, students have started
parking on Munson near its intersection with Lincoln. The on-street parking near the
intersection is creating some congestion. Due to the location of the parked vehicle and/or
the width of the parked vehicle, other motorists either approaching the intersection on
Munson or turning onto Munson from Lincoln do not believe they have sufficient space. On
several occasions, staff has witnessed traffic having difficulty negotiating the intersection
due to the parked vehicles. At times, the two-way traffic must take turns getting around
the parked vehicles.
While the Fire Department has evaluated the area and doesn’t believe that the on-street
parking negatively impacts their ability to get an emergency vehicle through the
intersection, other City departments have expressed concerns with being able to pull their
equipment trailers through the intersection without colliding with the parked vehicles or the
opposing traffic.
The City’s Traffic Management Team has evaluated the intersection and believes that the
on-street parking near the intersection does create a safety issue and voted to recommend
that parking be removed along both sides of Munson Avenue from Lincoln to Rose Circle.
The purpose for recommending parking be removed down to Rose Circle was to prevent the
parking problem from being moved farther down the street. Additionally, City staff reached
out to the six adjacent residents. We were only able to contact four of them, but all four
were supportive of the recommendation to remove parking.
Budget & Financial Summary: The “NO PARKING” signs are planned operation and
maintenance expenses accounted for in the Public Works Traffic Operation budget.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Location Map
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 6
Resolution, Purchase & Sale Agreement, and Economic Development Agreement
between the City, Research Valley Partnership, and PM Realty Group
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Randall Heye, Assistant to the City Manager
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of a Resolution, Purchase &
Sale Agreement, and Economic Development Agreement between the City, Research Valley
Partnership, and PM Realty Group regarding the Chimney Hill Shopping Center.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Resolution, Purchase & Sale
Agreement, and Economic Development Agreement.
Summary: In October 2008, the City purchased the Chimney Hill Shopping Center on
University Drive utilizing primarily Hotel Occupancy Tax funds. Originally the intent was for
the site to be used for a future convention center development. During a July 2011
Workshop Meeting, City Council provided new direction to move forward with the methodical
disposition of the property for economic development purposes.
Over the next several months, staff received varying degrees of interest from brokers and
developers in purchasing some or all of the location for either a redevelopment of the
existing buildings or an entirely new development project. In accordance with Council’s
ongoing direction, staff issued a Request for Interest formally soliciting initial proposals and
offers that would serve as the basis for any future negotiations. Following a review of the
seven submittals received, three interviews, and consultation with the City Council’s
Economic Development Committee, staff is now recommending approval of the following
agreements.
Specifics regarding the obligations, incentives, and clawbacks will be discussed at the City
Council meeting.
Following approval by City Council, PM Realty Group would have a 150 day Inspection
Period prior to closing.
Budget & Financial Summary: PM Realty Group will purchase the property for
$7,500,000. The proceeds will return to the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund.
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments: The Resolution, Purchase & Sale Agreement, and Economic Development
Agreement are available in the City Secretary’s Office.
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 7
Comprehensive Plan – 5 Year Review - Existing Conditions Report
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an overview of
the 2013 College Station Existing Conditions Report.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Good Governance, Diverse Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): No action required.
Summary: As a first step in the Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update and as a part of the
implementation process of the Comprehensive Plan, it is important to have a foundation on
which to base future expectations. The Report, originally created in 2008 and revised in
2010, has been updated to provide a snapshot of the current conditions that exist in the City
of College Station.
The Report includes descriptions of the following topics: context, demographics, economic
development, land use, public facilities, and transportation. When all of these elements are
considered holistically, appropriate expectations and a clear direction for further
implementation of the Comprehensive Plan can be formulated and put into practice.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes
Attachments:
1. Highlights of the 2013 City of College Station Existing Conditions Report.
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2013 City of College Station Existing Conditions Report – Highlights
SECTION 1: CONTEXT
51 square miles
ETJ currently extends 3.5 miles
College Station – Bryan MSA 15th
largest in Texas with 232,000 people
SECTION 2: DEMOGRAPHICS
Population
Current estimated population of 99,840 (October 2013)
Average annual growth rate of over 2.47% since over the past decade (includes 2013 ytd)
2030 population estimate is approximately 134,000, based on recent trends
Texas A&M University
Average 1% annual increase in enrollment
Fall 2013 saw a 4% increase
Fall 2013 student population is 53,786 at the College Station campus – record enrollment
Age Groups
Median age is 22.3, due mainly to the large number of college students
People aged 65 and older grew from 3.6% to 4.7% between 2000 and 2010.
Household Size and Composition
Average household size is 2.38 persons per household
Average family size is 2.97
Estimated 35,037 households
20.4% family households with children under 18 living with them
31.2% married couples living together
57.5% were non-family households
21.6% households with individuals under 18
8.7% households are residents 65 years of age or older living alone
Housing
Average of 488 new single-family units (attached and detached) added per year since 2009
Over 11,000 new housing units, including both single and multi-family, between 2000 & 2010
Average home price rose to over $185,657 in 2013– up from $118,400 in 2000
Median home price is $158,214 in 2013
Average monthly inventory since 2000 is 4.9 months
Monthly inventory was 7.5 months in 2013
Total number of sales annually increased from 1,356 in 2000 to 2,361 annual sales in 2012
Average rent per square foot for multi-family units is $0.88
Average rent per square foot for the Texas metro average is $0.92
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Age of Housing Stock
71% of housing units were built after 1980
Occupancy
Occupancy rate of 94.1 % for all housing types
66.8% housing units in College Station are renter occupied
33.2% of units are owner-occupied
11% of the City’s population resides in group quarters (including dorms)
6,928 single-family and duplex units registered as rental properties as of September 2013
Income
Per capita income in 2011 was $18,232, down from the 2008 estimate of $20,425
31.7% of household have an income greater than $50,000
CSISD classifies 36.4% of students as “Economically Disadvantaged”
SECTION 3: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Major employers
Texas A&M University,
College Station Independent School District
Bryan Independent School District
Reynolds & Reynolds
City of College Station
Sanderson Farms
St. Joseph Regional Hospital
Unemployment
Unemployment rate is 6.1% -lower than the Texas and national rates (6.7% and 10.3%,
respectively) (July 2013)
Sales Tax
2.8% average increase in gross sales between 2002 and 2012
4.5% increase between 2011 and 2012
FY2013 sales tax revenues increased 7.3% over FY2012
Approximately 4.87 million square feet of retail space, 49.04 sq. ft. per capita – higher than the
national average of 46.6
SECTION 4: LAND USE
49% of land area designated for residential uses in varying densities
33% of land currently developed as residential uses
9% of land area designated for commercial uses
6% of land currently developed as commercial uses
Over 9,000 lots platted between 2000 and 2010 (18% in the ETJ)
Over 1,700 lots platted between 2010 and 2013 (7.5% in the ETJ)
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SECTION 5: PUBLIC FACILITIES
Infrastructure
CSU serves more than 36,300 customers electric service
Per capita water usage averages 151 gallons per day, per person
Police
133,538 police incidents in 2012
Major crime offences down 19% from 2011
Arrests down 4% from 2011
Fire
6,800 calls for service in 2012
EMS calls account for 68% of all calls
5.5 minute response time achieved 87% of the time
Parks and Recreation
57 parks which total 1,356 acres of park land - 39 neighborhood parks, 8 community parks, 7
mini-parks, 2 regional parks, and an arboretum
13.59 acres of parkland per 1000 residents
School District
The College Station Independent School District serves the majority of residents
8 elementary schools, 2 intermediate schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative
campus.
11,639 students enrolled in CSISD schools during Fall 2013
Approximately 35% of all residential addresses in the City have CSISD students
Higher Education- Texas A&M University
Texas A&M ranked among the nation’s top 5 larges universities
Main campus enrollment is 53,672
Almost 16,000 new students for Fall 2013 semester
SECTION 6: TRANSPORTATION
525 miles of existing and planned streets in the City and ETJ
44 miles of striped bike lanes
32 miles of existing bike routes
156 miles of existing sidewalks
12 miles of multi-use paths
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December 12, 2013
Regular Agenda Item No. 8
Council Board Appointments
To: Kelly Templin, City Manager
From: Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary
Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the appointment of
Councilmembers to boards and commissions.
Relationship to Strategic Goals: Not applicable
Recommendation(s): None
Summary: Below is a listing of Councilmembers currently serving on boards. Vacancies that need
to be filled are indicated with a “___________”. This is also an opportunity for Councilmembers to
consider whether they wish to continue serving on a particular board or if they want to try a new one.
• Arts Council of the Brazos Valley: _______________
• Audit Committee: Nancy Berry, Steve Aldrich, Karl Mooney
• Blinn College Brazos Valley Advisory Committee: Nancy Berry
• Brazos County Health Department: Blanche Brick, John Nichols
• Brazos Valley Council of Governments: Nancy Berry
• Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce: Julie Schultz
• Budget and Finance: James Benham, John Nichols
• BVSWMA: Nancy Berry
• BVWACS: James Benham
• CEOC Policy Advisory Board: Nancy Berry
• Compensation and Benefits: Blanche Brick, Julie Schultz
• Convention & Visitors Bureau: Karl Mooney, with Julie Schultz as alternate (both terms
expired)
• Economic Development: Nancy Berry, Karl Mooney, Julie Schultz
• Historic Preservation Committee/Landmark Commission: Julie Schultz
• Interfaith Dialogue Association: Nancy Berry
• Intergovernmental Council: Nancy Berry, Blanche Brick, Karl Mooney
• Metropolitan Planning Organization: Nancy Berry
• Research Valley Partnership: Nancy Berry, Julie Schultz
• Research Valley Technology Council: James Benham
• RPO Transportation Committee for Council of Governments: Blanche Brick
* Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board: Blanche Brick
• Transportation and Mobility: Blanche Brick, John Nichols
Budget & Financial Summary: None
Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Not applicable
Attachments: None
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