HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/13/2000 - Regular Minutes City CouncilMayor
Lynn Mcllhaney
Mayor Pro Tempore
Larry MaHoU
City Manager
Thomas E. Brymer
City Council
James Massey
Ron Silvia
Winnie Garner
Dennis Maloney
Anne Hazen
MINUTES
COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL
Workshop and Regular Meetings
Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor McIlhaney, Mayor Pro Tem Mariott,
Councilmembers Hazen, Maloney, Garner, Silvia and
Massey
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Tom Brymer, Assistant City Secretary Casares, City
Attorney Cargill, Jr., Executive Assistant Broussard, Human Resources Director O'Connell,
Economic Development Director Foutz, Budget Director Kersten, Public Communications and
Marketing Manager Chapman, Finance Director Cryan and Development Services Director
Callaway, City Planner Kee, Senior Planner McCully, PARD Director Beachy, Water/Wastewater
Superintendent Riley
Mayor Mcllhaney opened the workshop meeting at 3:05 p.m.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 1 - Discussion of consent agenda items listed for Regular
Council Meeting
Council members asked questions about the following consent agenda items: 11.05, 11.07, and
11.14. PARD Director Steve Beachy provided an explanation for the ball field shade covers.
Wastewater Superintendent Bill Riley discussed the Drought Contingency and Emergency Water
Plan. On Item No. 11.14, Councilman Silvia explained that the ordinance amendments to the
Health and Safety Code to the city's code of ordinances met the state statutes.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 2 - Presentation~ discussion and possible action during a joint
workshop of the City Council and 4B Business Development Corporation re~ardin~
economic development goals, priorities~ issues and role of the 4B Business Development
Corporation.
Economic Development Director Foutz explained the purpose of the joint workshop was for
review and discussion on the economic development goals, issues and the role of the College
Station Business Development Corporation (4B Board). 4B Board members present were Harry
Green, Nancy Crouch, Mark Weichold and Gene Joyce.
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Extensive discussion was held on the Board's role. Staff responded to council member questions.
Council asked staffto bring back guidelines developed by the Bryan College Station Economic
Development Corporation that reflected council's goals. Council expressed interest in sustaining
an image that attracts business from the markets of retail, tourism and service industries that add
to the quality of life. Council encouraged the committee to incorporate citizen input. No formal
action was taken.
Agenda Item No. 3 - Presentation~ discussion and possible action on strategic planning
analysis on the city's fiscal and budgetary policies.
Director of Fiscal Services Charles Cryan presented to the City Council the fiscal and budgetary
policies for their review. Council discussed the policies in terms of its relationship to the mission
and vision statements. These policies covered areas in terms of budget, revenue management,
expenditure control, capital budget and program, and accounting auditing and financial reporting.
Other policy areas included: asset management, debt management, internal controls, staffing and
training.
Agenda Item No. 7 - Hear Visitors
At 5:45 p.m., Mayor Mcllhaney opened the floor for public comment.
Robert Jefferson of 1728 Purple Martin thanked the Council for the completion of the College
Station Library. He made comments about the cost of city facilities. He also suggested more
recognition to the cultural diversity in the community. He made two requests: Sidewalks along
Lincoln street and develop plans to celebrate the Chinese New Year.
Mr. Cryan continued his presentation. Formal adoption of the policies would be considered at the
January 27t~ meeting.
The items on the remainder of the workshop agenda were discussed following the regular
meeting.
Mayor Mcllhaney announced that the Council would convene into executive session pursuant to
Sections 551.071,551.072, 551.086, and 551.074 of the Open Meetings Act, to seek the advice
of the city attorney with respect to pending and contemplated litigation, to discuss the purchase of
real property, to consider economic development negotiations, and to consider the appointment
and evaluation of public officers. Council moved into executive session at 6:10 p.m.
Pending and Contemplated Litigation {Gov't Code Section 551.071 } Cause No. 43,098-85, Brazos County-Bryan v. College Station
Cause No. 96-03168, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 97-02587, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 98-13391, Travis County- Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
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Cause No. 96-06940, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 97-07000, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 49,367-CCL2, Brazos County - Wilkerson v. College Station
Civil Action No. 01-98-01056-CV, Court of Appeals - Gold v. College Station
Docket No. 96-2-000, FERC - College Station, applicant
Cause No. 49,989-85-John Lofferelli v. College Station
Real Estate {Gov't Code Section 551.072}
a. Hotel Project Center
b. Landfill
Economic Development Negotiations {Gov't Code Section 551.086}
a. Viatel Communications Services Inc. (Formerly Destia Communications Service
Personnel {Gov't Code Section 551.074}
a. Evaluation of B/CS Economic Development Corporation Board Membership
Agenda Item No. 9 - Final action on executive session~ if necessary.
Council recessed from the executive session. They returned to the council chambers for the
regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Reeular A~enda
Mayor Mcllhaney called the regular meeting into order at 7:05 p.m. She lead the audience in the
Pledge of allegiance.
Mayor Pro Tem Mariott made a motion to excuse Councilman Hazen due to illness. Motion
seconded by Councilman Silvia, which carded unanimously, 6-0.
Mayor Mcllhaney presented a proclamation to Lance Jackson, Lincoln Center Supervisor for
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
Agenda Item No. 11 - Consent Aeenda
11.1 Approved by common consent the minutes for City Council workshop and regular meeting,
12/9/99, special meeting 11/8, 11/9 and 11/10.
11.2 Bid No. 00-01: Approved by common consent an annual agreement for padmounted
automatic transfer switchgear. Awarded to Powell-ESCO, in the amount of $43,502. Funds
available and budgeted in Electric Revenue Bond Fund.
11.3 Bid No. 00-08: Approved by common consent an annual agreement for PVC pipe and
fittings. Awarded to by category as follows:
Group 1: PVC fittings from Dealers Electric, $9,970.50
Group II: PVC pipe from Ward electric Supply, $116,255.
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Group III Conduit from Ward Electric Supply, $11,277.50
Funds available in the Electrical Fund for inventory and will be charged to projects as materials
are used.
11.4 Bid No. 00-18: Approved by common consent to reject all bids received for the
construction of the Business Park Gateway Entrance Sign.
11.5 Bid No. 00-22: Approved by common consent to purchase and install bleachers and shade
covers at Wayne Smith Baseball Park and Southwood Athletic Park. Awarded to lowest,
responsible bidder meeting specifications, Texas Shade in the amount of $95,555.99. Also
approved by common consent a change order to reduce the contract amount by $19,782. The
reduction will reduce the number of structures by two being the revised contract amount to
$78,773.00. Also, approved by common consent a resolution declaring intent to reimburse
certain expenditure with proceeds from debt.
11.6 RFP No. 99-110: Approved by common consent a consulting contract with Tanner
Consulting for needs analysis services for electronic imaging. Awarded to Tanner Consulting for
an amount not to exceed $31,837.40; and approved by common consent a resolution declaring
intent to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt.
11.7 Discussion and possible action on an ordinance establishing a Texas Natural Resource
Conservation Commission-Mandated Drought Contingency Plan. Water and Wastewater
Superintendent Bill Riley discussed an addition to the ordinance, Section I: Wholesale
Agreements/Contracts Provision. Mayor Pro Tern Mariott made a motion to approve Ordinance
No. 2421. Seconded by Councilman Maloney, which carded unanimously, 6-0, Councilman
Hazen absent.
11.8 Approved by common consent the sale of 1114 Carolina to income-eligible buyers for
appraised value ($63,500), and approved down payment assistance to facilitate the purchase.
11.9 Approved by common consent authorization to place an off-premise sign on City property
that will promote "The Big Event" held by Texas A&M University students.
11.10 Approved by common consent an exemption from competitive bidding for drug screens a
described more fully in LGC 252.022(a)(4); a procurement of professional services. Estimated
cost of screening is $18,200 annually to Scott & White Clinic. Funds available and budgeted in
various funds, departments and divisions within the City. Mayor Mcllhaney abstained.
11.11 Approved by common consent the allocation of $49,115.02 to the Bryan-College Station
Economic Development Corporation for the city's annual contribution of matching funds to the
Development fund for economic incentives.
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11.12 Approved by common consent Ordinance No. 2422 amending Chapter 11, "Utilities" of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, amending section pertaining to connection
fees for residential and commercial customers and base wholesale power cost in the Power Cost
Adjustment Factor in Electric Rate-Schedule PCA.
11.13 Approved by common consent the ratification of an agreement to repair a caterpillar
landfill compactor in the amount of $20,309 to Mustang Tractor and Equipment. Funds available
in the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency Fund.
11.14 Approved by common consent Ordinance No. 2423 amending Chapter 7 "Health and
Sanitation" of the Code of Ordinances by amending certain sections related to fees.
Agenda Item No. 12 - Reeular A~enda
12.1 Public hearing~ discussion and possible action on rezoning for Sandstone Addition~
Lot 20~ a 14.41 acre tract located in the Sandstone subdivision at the end of Oakwood Trail
from A-O Agricultural Open to A-OR Rural Residential Subdivision. (99-130)
City Planner Kee addressed this item. This tract is surrounded by the Foxfire and Sandstone
Subdivision on the east, south and west, with Sandstone Park on the north. It contains 14.41
acres and lies at the end of Oakwood Trail in the Sandstone Subdivision. Foxfire is zoned A-OR
Rural Residential (minimum one acre lots) and Sandstone is zoned R-1 Single Family although the
lots meet the A-OR dimensions. The developer intends to build large lots for single-family
development. The land use plan reflects this area for low-density single-family development. This
density calls for lots ranging from one half acre to 3 acres in size. The proposed plat
contains 9 lots ranging from just over one acre to just over 4 acres. Staff recommended
approval contingent upon the Planning and Zoning Commission approving the replat. Planning
and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 4-2.
Mayor McIlhaney opened the public hearing.
Philip Blackburn of 3201 Innsbruck Circle, representing the developer Tony Jones came forward.
Mayor McIlhaney closed the public hearing.
Councilman Maloney made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2424 rezoning 14.417 acres,
Sandstone Subdivision located at the end of Oakwood Trail from A-O Agricultural Open to
A-OR Rural Residential Subdivision. Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mariott, which carried
unanimously, 6-0 with Councilman Hazen absent.
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12.2 Public hearing~ discussion and possible action on rezoning 19.149 acres from A-O
Agricultural Open to R-lA Single Family Residential~ located east of State Highway 6 and
north of Emerald Parkway. (99-124)
City Planner Kee explained this item. This request will add 19.149 acres of single-family
residential zoning to the existing Emerald Forest Subdivision. The proposed R-1A zoning district
is in compliance with the medium density single-family residential designation shown on the City's
Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The property is proposed to be platted for 55 lots with an
average lot size of 12,200 square feet. The purpose for the R-1 request is to gain a reduced rear
setback from 25 ti. to 20 Ii. Staff and Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval.
Mayor McIlhaney opened the public hearing. No one spoke. She closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Mariott made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2425 rezoning 19.149 acres,
Sandstone Subdivision, from A-O Agricultural Open to R-IA Single Family Residential.
Seconded by Councilman Garner, which carried unanimously, 6-0 with Councilman Hazen absent.
12.3 Public hearing~ discussion and possible action on rezoning approximately 7.16 acres
located on the northwest corner of Holleman and Harvey Mitchell Parkway from R-1 to
C-1 General Commercial (2.08 acres) and R-2 (5.07 acres). (99-185)
Senior Planner McCully addressed this item. The applicant has proposed the property for duplex
development with a convenience store/service station at the corner of Holleman and Harvey
Mitchell Parkway. The development trend for this area has been infill with apartment complexes.
The duplex portion of the request is compatible with the existing land use pattern in the area, that
of duplexes, fourplexes and apartment complexes. The Land Use Plan shows mixed use for the
area to the south across Holleman and extending to the Wellborn Road intersection. The C-1
portion of the request is technically not in compliance with the Land Use Plan. Development
policies relating to commercial development would support some type of commercial use on both
sides of this intersection. The C-1 zoning would open the tract that has frontage along 2818 to
more retail sales. The intent is to develop the property as a convenience store/service station that
may or may not be compatible with the existing residential use to the west nor with the proposed
duplexes to the north. A rezoning to PDD-B would enable the City to work with the developer
toward a site plan that would transition between the commercial and residential uses.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial. The Commission was opposed to
the commercial development at this location.
Staff recommended approval of the R-2 zone and denial of the C-1 zone without prejudice to
allow the applicant to return to the city with a PDD-B request.
Mayor McIlhaney opened the public hearing.
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The developer Tony Jones, 2800 Longmire #50 asked for approval of R-2 zoning for 5 acres and
C-1 or C-B for the remaining 2.08 acres.
Robert Jefferson of 1728 Purple Martin expressed support of the development.
Donald Jones of 804 Berry Creek expressed support of the development.
Mayor Mcllhaney closed the public hearing.
Councilman Maloney made a motion to deny the rezoning request. Councilman Massey seconded
the motion, which failed by a vote of 2-4, Councilman Hazen absent.
FOR: Maloney and Massey
AGAINST: McIlhaney, Garner, Mariott, Silvia
Councilman Silvia made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2426 rezoning a tract of land
totaling 5.07 acres from R-1 Single Family to R-2 Duplex Residential and deny C-1 for 2.08. acres
without prejudice and send back to Planning and Zoning Commission so the applicant may return
with a request for PDD-B zone. Councilman Maloney seconded the motion, which carded 5-1,
with Councilman Hazen absent.
FOR: Mariott, Garner, Silvia, Massey, Maloney
AGAINST: Mcllhaney
12.4 Public hearing~ discussion and possible action on rezoning Klunkert Office Buildim~
located at 4090 Raymond Stotzer Parkway from A-O Agricultural/Open to C-2 Industrial
Commercial. {99-146)
Senior Planner McCully presented this item. The property is in the process of being remodeled
from a nonconforming service station into an office for a construction company. The changes
made thus have fallen under legal nonconforming status. The applicant intended to expand the
use to include on-site storage of construction materials, which is beyond the scope of legal
nonconforming status. The Land Use Plan reflects the area as future light industrial/research and
development. The Commissioners commended the applicant for the improvements to the area.
Their concerns related to the other types of permitted uses in a C-2 classification.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial without prejudice to give the
applicant the opportunity to return with a PDD-B.
Senior Planner McCully read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore of 4098 Raymond Stotzer
Parkway who opposed the rezoning.
Mayor Mcllhaney opened the public hearing.
Matt Klunkert of 8413 Shadow Oaks, owner of the property addressed the C-2 zoning.
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Mayor Mcllhaney closed the public hearing.
Councilman Maloney made a motion to deny the C-2 rezoning without prejudice to give the
applicant the opportunity to return to the Planning and Zoning Commission with the request for
PDD-B zoning. Councilman Garner seconded the motion, which carded 5-1, with Councilman
Hazen absent..
FOR: McIlhaney, Silvia, Garner, Maloney, Massey
AGAINST: Mariott
12.5 Public hearing~ discussion and possible action on a rezoning approximately 0.71 acres
located near the northwest corner of Highway 6 and University Drive East from C-B
Business Commercial to R-5 Apartment Medium Density. (99-164)
Mayor McIlhaney opened the public hearing. No one spoke. She closed the public hearing.
Councilman Silvia made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2427 rezoning approximately 0.71
acres, located near the northwest comer of Highway 6 and University Drive East from C-B
Business Commercial to R-5 Apartment Medium Density. Motion seconded by Councilman
Massey, which carded unanimously, 5-0, Councilman Hazen and Mariott absent.
12.6 Discussion and possible action on an ordinance amendment to Chapters 3 and 9 of the
College Station City Code~ adding sections providing for a moratorium on certain building
permit and olattine aoolications.
Development Services Director Jim Callaway presented amendments to Chapter 3 and 9 of the
City Code to establish a moratorium on replats and building permits that could provide for
additional inappropriate infill development in older areas zoned for single-family residential uses.
The two areas are:
Area 1 - An area bounded by Texas Avenue, Holleman Drive, Wellborn Road and
George Bush Drive.
Area 2 - An area bounded by Texas Avenue, University Drive, the Earl Rudder Freeway
and Harvey Road.
The following individuals came forward to support the ordinance amendments:
Mike Luther, 614 Welsh Avenue
Bill Bingham, 404 Fairview
Benito Flores-Meath, 901 Val Verde
Mike McMichen, 1405 Bayou Woods
Mayor Pro Tem Mariott made a motion to approve the ordinance as presented amending
Chapters 3 and 9 in the City Code of Ordinances, adding sections providing for a moratorium or
certain applications in specific areas. Motion seconded by Councilman Maloney.
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Councilman Silvia made a substitute motion to approve Ordinance No. 2428 as presented with the
addition of extending Area B, in College Hills area from Dominik to Harvey Road that includes
single family residences. The ordinance shall amend Chapters 3 and 9 of the College Station City
Code, adding sections in the Code providing for a moratorium or certain applications. Motion
seconded by Councilman Maloney, which carried unanimously, 6-0, Councilman Hazen absent.
12.7 Discussion and possible action ratifying and approving an intervention in the ~as
utility Docket No. 8976.
Mayor Pro Tem Madott made a motion to approve the resolution ratifying and approving an
intervention in the gas utility Docket No. 8976. Motion seconded by Councilman Maloney, which
carded unanimously, 6-0, Councilman Hazen absent.
12.8 Discussion and possible action on voting for two representatives to the Brazos County
Emergency Communications District Board of Managers.
Mayor Pro Tem Mariott made a motion to appoint Lee Freeman and Edgar Feldman to the
Brazos County Emergency Communications District Board of Managers. Motion seconded by
Councilman Silvia, which carded unanimously, 6-0, Councilman Hazen absent.
Aeenda Item No. 13 - Council Monitorine Reoort
Councilman Massey gave a satisfactory performance of the council meeting proceedings.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 4 - Committee Reports
Councilman Silvia reported on the recent Health Department Board Meeting. The purpose of the
meeting was to begin setting long-term goals for the Department.
Councilman Maloney attended the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. He also
commented that the Historic Preservation Committee is looking at areas in the community for
historic lighting features.
Councilman Massey reported that the regional subcommittees are very busy. Council talked
about the graduate student's efforts in compiling land data via the Internet for the regional
committee's use.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 3 - Mission and Vision Statements
Councilman Hazen returned to the meeting.
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Councilman Massey made a motion to approve the mission and vision statements as developed at
the council retreat on January 7, 2000. Motion seconded by Councilman Maloney, which carded
unanimously 7-0. These documents will be reviewed annually by the council.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 5 - Agenda Request by Councilmembers
No items were received.
Workshop Agenda Item No. 6 - Council Calendars
Mayor Mcllhaney mentioned that the Sports Foundation and the Police Association are bidding
for the Police Games 2000. A meeting on the bid proposal will be Saturday, January 15.
Councilmembers Silvia and Garner along with Mayor McIlhaney are planning to attend.
Agenda Item No. 14 - Executive Session
At 9:23 p.m., Mayor McIlhaney announced that the College Station City Council would
reconvene into Sections 551.071,551.072, 551.086, and 551.074 of the Open Meetings Act, to
seek the advice of the City Attorney with respect to pending and contemplated litigation, to
discuss the purchase of real property, to consider economic development negotiations, and to
consider the appointment and evaluation of public officers.
Pending and Contemplated Litigation {Gov't Code Section 551.071 } Cause No. 43,098-85, Brazos County-Bryan v. College Station
Cause No. 96-03168, Travis 'County- Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 97-02587, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 98-13391, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 96-06940, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 97-07000, Travis County - Bryan, et al. v. PUC (intervention)
Cause No. 49,367-CCL2, Brazos County - Wilkerson v. College Station
Civil Action No. 01-98-01056-CV, Court of Appeals - Gold v. College Station
Docket No. 96-2-000, FERC - College Station, applicant
Cause No. 49,989-85-John Lofferelli v. College Station
Real Estate {Gov't Code Section 551.072}
a. Hotel Project Center
b. Landfill
Economic Development Negotiations {Gov't Code Section 551.086}
a. Viatel Communications Services Inc. (Formerly Destia Communications Service
Personnel {Gov't Code Section 551.074}
a. Evaluation of B/CS Economic Development Corporation Board Membership
Agenda Item No. 15 - Final action on executive session~ if necessary.
Council returned to open session at 11:45 p.m. No action was taken.
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Agenda Item No. 16 - Adjourn.
Heating no objection, the workshop, executive, and regular sessions adjourned at 11:45 p.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this l0th day of February, 2000.
City Secretary Connie Hooks
APPROVED:
May~ Lynn M~Ilhaney J'
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