HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/22/2021 - Special Agenda Packet - City CouncilCollege Station, TX
Meeting Agenda
City Council Special Workshop Meeting
*Phone 888 475 4499 and Webinar ID: 997 6214 6757
Internet: https://zoom.us/j/99762146757
March 22, 2021 4:00 PM 1101 Texas Ave, College Station,
TX 77840
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*The City uses a thirdparty vendor to help host the meeting and if the callin number is not
functioning access will be through the internet link only.
1.Call to Order.
2.Special Workshop Agenda
Speaker Protocol: An individual who wishes to address the City Council regarding any item on the
agenda other than those items posted for Executive Session shall register with the City Secretary
two (2) hours prior to the meeting being called to order. Individuals must register to speak or provide
written comments at https://forms.cstx.gov/Forms/CSCouncil or provide a name and phone number
by calling (979)7643500. Upon being called to speak an individual must state their name and city of
residence, including the state of residence if the city is located out of state. Speakers are
encouraged to identify their College Station neighborhood or geographic location. Each speaker’s
remarks are limited to three (3) minutes. Any speaker addressing the Council through the use of a
translator may speak for six (6) minutes. At the three (3) minute mark the City Secretary will
announce that the speaker must conclude their remarks.
2.1.Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an industry recruitment update with the
Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation.
Sponsors:Aubrey Nettles
Attachments:None
2.2.Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding city ordinance Chapter 6 Sec. 6147
pertaining to the keeping of fowl within the city limits.
Sponsors:Billy Couch
Attachments:None
2.3.Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Bee Creek drainage in the area of
Brison Park and Dexter Drive.
Sponsors:Donald Harmon
Attachments:None
2.4.Presentation, discussion, and possible action on summer events and activities at Wolf Pen
Creek .
Sponsors:Barbara Moore
Attachments:None
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2.5.Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a resolution regarding health and safety
protocols in response to the COVID19 pandemic.
Sponsors:Jeff Capps
Attachments:None
3.Adjourn.
The City council may adjourn into Executive Session to consider any item listed on the agenda if a
matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion.
I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the website and at College Station City Hall,
1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on March 18, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
This building is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting
and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters,
readers, or large print are asked to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (979) 7643541, TDD
at 18007352989, or email adaassistance@cstx.gov at least two business days prior to the
meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive
notification at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable
attempt to provide the necessary accommodations.
Penal Code § 30.07. Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun.
"Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (Trespass by License Holder with an Openly
Carried Handgun) A Person Licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411,
Government Code (Handgun Licensing Law), may not enter this Property with a
Handgun that is Carried Openly."
Codigo Penal § 30.07. Traspasar Portando Armas de Mano al Aire Libre con Licencia.
“Conforme a la Seccion 30.07 del codigo penal (traspasar portando armas de mano al
aire libre con licencia), personas con licencia bajo del SubCapitulo H, Capitulo
411, Codigo de Gobierno (Ley de licencias de arma de mano), no deben entrar a esta
propiedad portando arma de mano al aire libre.”
City Secretary
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Item No. 2.1.
Industry Recruitment Update
Sponsor:Aubrey Nettles, Assistant Director of Economic Development
Reviewed By CBC:City Council
Agenda Caption:Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an industry recruitment
update with the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Diverse & Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends the Council receive the presentation.
Summary: College Station Economic Development staff work in conjunction with the Brazos Valley
Economic Development Corporation to recruit businesses to launch, grow, and locate in College
Station. Together the teams have successfully landed a variety of businesses in 2020 and continue
to successfully recruit in 2021. In this presentation, we will dive into our recruitment efforts as a
whole, while reviewing 2020, and taking an initial glance at 2021.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed & Approved by Legal: No
Attachments:
None
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Item No. 2.2.
A review of the current policies and practices that pertain to the keeping of fowl within the
city limits of College Station
Sponsor:Billy Couch, Assistant Chief of Police
Reviewed By CBC:City Council
Agenda Caption:Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding city ordinance Chapter 6
Sec. 6-147 pertaining to the keeping of fowl within the city limits.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Good Governance
Neighborhood Integrity
Sustainable City
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends City Council review the related material and provide
direction.
Summary: Council requested information from staff pertaining to the keeping of fowl in the city limits
of College Station.
Budget & Financial Summary: None
Reviewed & Approved by Legal: No
Attachments:
None
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Item No. 2.3.
Bee Creek Drainage in the Area of Brison Park and Dexter Drive
Sponsor:Donald Harmon, Director of Public Works
Reviewed By CBC:City Council
Agenda Caption:Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Bee Creek drainage in the
area of Brison Park and Dexter Drive.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Core Services and Infrastructure
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends City Council receive the presentation and provide any
direction.
Summary: On November 23, 2020, Councilmember Maloney requested this presentation as a future
agenda item. Staff will review the existing drainage conditions in the area and discuss options for
drainage improvements.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed & Approved by Legal: No
Attachments:
None
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Item No. 2.4.
This item will discuss plans for events and activities at Wolf Pen Creek this summer and the
remainder of the year. Both the Parks and Recreation Department and the Tourism Division
are working to bring events and activities and Wolf Pen Creek and the city this summer and
beyond.
Sponsor:Barbara Moore, Assistant to the City Manager
Reviewed By CBC:City Council
Agenda Caption:Presentation, discussion, and possible action on summer events and activities at
Wolf Pen Creek .
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Good Governance
Financial Sustainability
Diverse and Growing Economy
Recommendation(s):
Summary:
Budget & Financial Summary:
Reviewed & Approved by Legal: No
Attachments:
None
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Item No. 2.5.
COVID-19 Pandemic Protocols
Sponsor:Jeff Capps, Deputy City Manager
Reviewed By CBC:City Council
Agenda Caption:Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a resolution regarding health and
safety protocols in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Good Governance
Recommendation(s): Staff recommend that Council discuss and provide direction on the proposed
item.
Summary: At the March 11, 2021, City Council meeting, Councilman Crompton requested a future
agenda item on a resolution to encourage the reinstatement of the statewide mask mandate. With
consensus among Council, staff was directed to bring back an item at the next Council meeting to
discuss health and safety protocols in response to the continuing pandemic.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued Executive Order GA-34 on March 2, 2021, and the order went
into effect March 10, 2021. The order allows for businesses and other establishments to operate at
100% capacity, rescinds the statewide mask order (GA-29), and prevents local jurisdictions from
penalizing failure to wear a face covering.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Reviewed & Approved by Legal: No
Attachments:
None
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