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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/02/2017 - Workshop Minutes - Planning & Zoning CommissionMarch 2, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4 MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Workshop Meeting March 2, 2017 6:00 p.m. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS College Station, Texas COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Johnny Burns, Casey Oldham, Elianor Vessali, Bill Mather and Jeremy Osborne COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Keith Williamson CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Blanche Brick CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Alan Gibbs, Justin Golbabai, Jason Schubert, Mark Bombek, Jenifer Paz, Madison Thomas, Rachel Lazo, Kevin Ferrer, Timothy Horn, Adam Falco, Kirk Price and Kristen Hejny 1. Call the meeting to order. Chairperson Kee Called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Agenda Items #6 & #7 were heard before Agenda Item #2. 6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the proposed grade separation at Wellborn Road and George Bush Drive. Tim Lomax with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) presented this item to the Commission. Commissioner Oldham arrived at 6:06 p.m. Commissioner Vessali asked for a clarification on the project not beginning until the FM 2818 (Harvey Mitchell Parkway) project was completed, and asked if this means that the grade separation project will likely not begin until after 2020. Mr. Lomax responded that this is likely the case, however right-of-way acquisitions are proceeding for utility relocation in preparation for the grade separation project at Wellborn Road and George Bush Drive. Chairperson Kee asked if TTI has looked at traffic models to anticipate possible traffic diversions during construction. Mr. Lomax confirmed that TTI along with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) have looked at traffic models for diverting traffic. Chairperson Kee asked if the design calls for the railroad tracks to remain in the same place. Mr. Lomax confirmed that the tracks will remain in the same place. Chairperson Kee asked about the funding for the project coming from the City. March 2, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 Director Simms stated that contribution for the right-of-way was approximately 10% of the right-of-way cost or about $1.2 million from the City of College Station. Commissioner Mather asked for clarification on the “historical significance” of the intersection. Mr. Lomax stated that this intersection has been identified as a “Gateway to Campus” and some would like it to convey this feeling in its design. Commissioner Mather asked about the sizing of the pedestrian pathways included with the proposed design. Mr. Lomax stated that pedestrian pathways would be approximately 15 – 20 feet in width, depending on the area within the design. 7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the implementation of the Southside Area Neighborhood Plan. Assistant Director Hitchcock presented this item to the Commission. Chairperson Kee asked if utility improvements came out of the planning process. City Engineer Gibbs stated that these improvements were in the respective Master Plans for this area. Assistant Director Hitchcock stated that with the neighborhood plans and Capital Improvement Program project sheets done each year for budgeting, there is a weight given to projects. Projects that have been supported by neighborhoods help move projects up the list. Commissioner Vessali asked if there is any data on the number of homes in this area that are rentals (fall within the City’s Rental Registration program), or game day homes. Assistant Director Hitchcock stated that while the data is not on hand, Area V was allocated during the neighborhood planning process to allow for denser development. Commissioner Vessali asked if there has been any re-evaluation of access to George Bush Drive during the construction of the interchange. Assistant Director Hitchcock stated that at this time certain areas will not be accessible by vehicle. Commissioner Vessali asked if the City of College Station has a plan to alleviate traffic issues during this time. Assistant Director Hitchcock stated that the City of College Station will help with any options possible to help in alleviating traffic congestion issues. 2. Discussion of consent and regular agenda items. There was no discussion. 3. Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City. New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev March 2, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 There was no discussion. 4. Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff. *Final Plat ~ Minor Plat ~ Wall Place Block 1 Lots 1-3 ~ Case #FP2016-000036 (Bombek) There was no discussion. 5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the consideration of the 2016 P&Z Plan of work. Senior Planner Bombek presented updates on this item to the Commission. There was no discussion. 8. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings: *Thursday, March 9, 2017 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison – Vessali) *Thursday, March 16, 2017 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. Chairperson Kee reviewed upcoming meetings for the Planning & Zoning Commission. 9. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an update on the following items: *A Rezoning for approximately one acre located at 14973 FM 2154 from R Rural to WC Wellborn Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on February 2, 2017 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. The City Council heard this item on February 23, 2017 and voted (7-0) to approve the request. *A Rezoning for approximately three acres located at 501 Luther Street West from R4 Multi-Family to MU Mixed-Use. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on February 2, 2017 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. The City Council heard this item on February 23, 2017 and voted (6-0) to approve the request. *A Rezoning on approximately 18 acres located at 1650 Arrington Road from R Rural to MF Multi- Family. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on January 19, 2017 and voted (4-2) to recommend denial of the request. The City Council heard this item on February 23, 2017 and voted (6- 1) to approve the request. 10. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, Bio Corridor Board. There was no discussion. 11. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items - A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire March 2, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4 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 were no items. 12. Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m. Approved: Attest: ______________________________ ________________________________ Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin. Support Specialist Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services