HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/24/1997 - Workshop Minutes City CouncilMayor
LYNN MClLHANEY
Mayor Pro Tempore
HUB KENNADY
City Manager
GEORGE K. NOE
COLLEGE STATION
Council Members
STEVE ESMOND
LARRY MARIOTT
DAVID HICKSON
DICK BIRDWELL
SWlKI ANDERSON
MINUTES
COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL
Workshop Meeting
Thursday, April 24, 1997 at 3:00 p.m.
COUNClLMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Mcllhaney, Mayor Protem Kennady,
Councilmembers Hickson, Fox, Mariott,
Birdwell
COUNClLMEMBERSABSENT: Councilmember Martin
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Noe, Assistant City Manager Brymer, Public
Utilities Director Woody, Director of Economic and Community Services Ash,
Administrative Assistant Kersten, Economic Analyst McDaniel, Forestry
Superintendent Albrecht, Director of Development Services Callaway, City
Secretary Hooks, Public Information Director Calliham
Mayor Mcllhaney opened the meeting at 3:00 p.m.
Agenda Item No. 1 -- Discuss consent and statutory a.qenda items listed on
the re(~ular a_qenda.
Staff removed Consent Agenda Item No. 6g - Change order for CS annual
sidewalk project 1995-96, ST9510. No action will be taken on this item at the
regular meeting.
Councilmembers removed Statutory Item No. 5b, Consent Item No. 6c and 6f for
further discussion.
Item No. 5b: BVSWMA Director Bill Angelo explained the request for purchase
of the automatic tarping machine for BVSWA landfill and its return on
investment.
Providing Customer Service Exceflence
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Item No. 6c: Discussion was held on the request for purchase of concrete
electrical distribution poles. Bob Pohl, Electrical Division Manager explained
that the poles portray a more aesthetically pleasing feature. Mr. Birdwell
expressed concern about the cost vs. timber poles.
Item No. 6f: Contract negotiation for engineering services on Business Center
in Phase II. Councilman Birdwell asked for an explanation regarding the
location of Universal Computer Systems. City Manager Noe explained that
Phase I does not have a large enough size tract. Although, two tracts meet the
size requirements, these tracts are separated by a creek and not favored by
UCS.
A.qenda Item No. 2 -- Discuss policies relatinR to placement of basketball
goals or other Dlav equipment in street ri.qht of ways.
Jim Callaway reported recent inquiries on post and backboards placed in street
rights of way. Councilman Mariott raised concerns expressed to him by a
resident in a new subdivision.
Following brief comments, councilmembers decided to review these complaints
on a case by case basis.
Agenda Item No. 3 -- Present status report and update for Council Strategic
Issue No. 1 - Streamline Development Review Process.
Jim Callaway provided an update regarding status of development review
streamlining recommendations.
Asst. City Engineer Veronica Morgan presented an update on the staff's work
with the City of Bryan on the development of joint construction development
standards.
Mr. Callaway noted changes to the building and electrical codes to be brought
forth for consideration in May.
Discussion was held about the future location of development services staff.
A.qenda Item No. 4 -- Discuss and consider options related to future
cemetery needs for College Station.
PARD Director Steve Beachy introduced this item. Members of the cemetery
committee were present.
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Mr. Beachy provided background information regarding existing cemetery
capacity. Based upon this information, all existing spaces will be sold within the
next 6-10 years. Due to the time requirements for acquisition and development
of a new cemetery, Council direction was sought by the committee on a
preferred option to meet the projected need of the community.
The Cemetery committee recommended the acquisition and development of a
new municipal cemetery.
State law excludes the creation of a new cemetery within three miles of the
existing city limits. Legislation has been introduced to revise limitations related
to the development and operation of cemetery within city limits, (HB 3099).
Mark Wolfe, a local provider of cemetery services, addressed the Council
regarding his interest in a private venture for a cemetery or manage the current
cemetery.
Mr. Beachy identified three options:
1) Expand existing cemetery by acquisition of the adjacent tract of land.
2) Expand existing cemetery by filling the pond area of the arboretum.
3) Acquire and develop a new site outside the current city limits as a second
municipal cemetery.
4) Encourage private sector development of a new cemetery outside the current
city limits.
5) Seek cooperative venture with TAMU to expand the existing cemetery
located near the intersection of Marion Pugh Drive and Luther Street.
Mark Shavers expressed comments relevant to the expansion of the current
cemetery.
Council directed staff to research further information about options (3,4,5) and
options associated with the proposed house bill and bring back in six months.
Staff also was asked to pursue request for proposals.
A,qenda Item No. 5 -- TML Le,qislative Update
Jeff Kersten presented an update of several important bills affecting cities.
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Agenda Item No. 6 -- Committee Reports.
Councilman Fox reported that the joint meeting held at the Brazos Center was
informative on economic development. He reported on another meeting with the
City of Bryan and County officials regarding the lack of mental heath facilities.
A suggestion from this meeting was to schedule future meetings to hear from
local police officials and local doctors on the concerns of inadequate facilities.
Mr. Fox reported on the recent meeting with CSISD officials. Topics of
discussion related to future joint meetings and open communication between the
two entities.
Councilman Kennady briefly stated that the Northgate steering committee will
bring forth a recommendation to Council on the next council agenda regarding
the promenade curb cut on Patricia street.
Mayor Mcllhaney stated that the city made application for the 18th annual US
Conference of Mayors city livability award. The city was not chosen, however,
the application was given special attention which will be summarized in the
National Clearinghouse as a model for other cities to follow.
Mr. Noe briefly reported on the recent Community Action Network committee
meeting. The chamber of committee will be asked to work on customer service
programs for students. Another program suggested is a community wide
mentoring program for at risk students. A third program suggested by the
committee related to a community international event at the beginning of the
school year.
Agenda Item No. 7 -- Council Calendars.
Council was reminded to review their calendars to determine a date for
upcoming council retreat.
TML Region X meeting in Burnet, May 15.
A member of the audience addressed the Council.
James Thompson of 903 Wellborn Rd. addressed an issue about his property on
Holleman. He made a request for an extension of two months to relocate his
family. Mayor Mcllhaney stated that she received a phone call about his
situation. She agreed to meet with him after the meeting.
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The council moved into executive session at 5:00 p.m.
A. Pending or Potential Litigation and consultation with legal counsel on other
matters within the attorney-client privilege {LGC 551.071}
1. PUC Docket 15296
2. FERC Docket TX96-2-000
3. Cause No. 45,058-361
B. Land Acquisition {LGC 551.072}
1. Regional Park Facility
C. Legal Report {LGC 551.071}
D. Staff Report {LGC 551.075}
1. Economic Development Prospects
2. Franchise Management Report
The workshop and executive sessions were adjourned following the regular
meeting.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 22nd day of May, 1997.
A'FrEST: ~'~
City Secretary Connie Hooks
APPROVED:
~y~ LYnn Mcllhaney