HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/11/1992 - Workshop Minutes City CouncilMayor I~inger, Councilmembers Brown,
Garduer, Schneider, Mc]~haney, Crouch
Councilman Birdwell
City Manager Ragland, Assistant City
Manager Woody, Assistant City Manager
Brymer, City Secretary Hooks, City
Attorney Locke, City Planner Callaway,
Development Services Director Ash, Public
Information Officer Calliham
John Lauletta
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Agenda Item No. I - Discussion of consent agenda items listed on Thnrs~t~y, ~
1;th -,mmda.
Councilman Schneider removed Agenda Items No. 3.~., 3.3, 3.5, 3.8, and 3.9.
Aqenda Item No. 3.2 - Consideration for approval of Community Development ftmded
housing assistance projects where: Contracts were let for more than $10,000.
Jim Callaway described the two housing assistance projects. The first project was an
optional relocation project for $27,000 and the second project was an owner occupied
rehabilitation project for $16,000.
Aqenda Item No. 3.3 - A~roval of revised M~naqement and Budqet Policies
funding of public service activities from the Community Development Block Grant
Councilman Schneider asked if there are specific locations or agencies identified in the
grant. Mr. Callaway replied the grant does not specify agencies. The po]icy
addresses the allocation of CDBC funding to service agencies. Mr. Callaway
explained the revised statements in the policy statement.
Aaencla Item No. 3.5 - Aouroval of ordinance annexing several tracts of land tot~11in~
au~roximately 350 acres along Graham Roaa.
Councilman Crouch encouraged staff to forward the se~,ice plan and minutes
reflecting the council's direction to the property owners. Councilman Brown agreed.
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Councilman Crouch suggested sending a cover letter explaining the service plan.
Councilman Schneider asked for clarification about the council's direction. City
Manager Ragland replied that the staff will prepare an outline to clarify points raised
by council on this issue. He stated that the staff will seek council direction during the
Thursday night meeting on the impact fee, sewer extension, and road.
Aaenda Item No. 3.8 - Oil & Gas Operations Permit application from Petro-Hunt Cor~.
for Ol'Sarge #1.
Councilman Schneider asked about the city's involvement. Mayor Ringer clarified that
the permit is required for drilling within the city limits.
Agenda Item No. 3.9 - Consideration of a Final Amending Plat - Lots 1-4 Block
Oakwood Addition.
Councilman Schneider asked if staff is aware of the planned use for this property. Ms.
Morgan mentioned that the applicant may be selling one of the lots and making it
larger.
A_aenda Item No. 3.6 - Revision of Solid Waste Rate Resolution
Mayor Ringer asked if the $4.75 fee is additional to the regular charge of $6.30. Mr.
Smith replied that he is correct. Mayor Ringer remarked that the containers are
furnished by the city to the property owners. The additional charge of $4.75 win be
assessed if someone requests a second container.
_Aae~xia Item No. 2 - Approval afa resolu~__~ to reaam~__ a por~_~ of FM ~ fro~
Wellborn Road west to the Brazos River from 'Untvemity Drive' to
Development Services Director Elrey Ash explained this item.
Councilman Gardner asked if there is any signage required. Mr. Ash replied that the
city will probably participate in the signage at the intersection of Agronomy Road and
University Drive. The remainder of the signage will be performed by the Highway
Department.
Councilman Gardner expressed concerns on changing the name for a portion of the
roadway. Other councilmembers made similar comments.
Councilman Schneider moved to approve Resolution No. 3-11-92-2 to request the
Highway Department to rename a portion of University Drive to Raymond Stotzer
Parkway. The motion was seconded by Councilman Brown which carried by a vote of
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5-1, Councilman Gardner voting against.
~Aaenda Item No. 3 - Discusslfln of revised Maza~a. t and B,,,4.,L, et Po,~,~e _~_,~_ ~,~
fundina of Public Service Ac~v~_~,a_ ~ the Comm~ Dev~__opm,,~t
City Planner Jim Callaway explained this item to the Council. He distributed to the
Council the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy, a five year plan required by
HUD. This plan will be placed on the next council agenda for consideration. Mr.
Callaway mentioned that he will H~cuss the situation on the foreclosure of Doux Chene
Apartments. Mr. Ragland added that the staff is prepared to discuss this under Council
Concerns.
~ !t~__am No. 4 - _PA'ee~__~o_~ oa the d~,~_!_,_',~z~,_~_,_~,__t of a
bustne~ ~ark.
City Manager Ragland introduced David Dillard and Prank Butler of Architects m and
Mike McClure from McClure Engineering. Robert Worley of the Bryan/College Station
Economic Development Corporation was present.
Mr. Ragland mentioned that since the proposal was provided to Stericycle, two new
contacts have expressed a desire to possibly location in the business park.
Mr. Ragland stated that he asked the architects and engineer to be present at this
meeting to provide their perspective on the business park. He wished to receive
direction from the council tonight.
Mr. Robert Worley stated that he and Mr. Ragland will be meeting with a client next
Tuesday who has expressed a desire to be operational in six months in the College
Station Business Park if they decide to locate here. He added that the city is in
competition with the City of Denton for this business. He described the desires
expressed from phone contacts. He emphasized that in order to market the city, he
must be able to present a first class planned environment.
Councilman Brown remarked the business park is just as important as the University
Drive Corridor. Mr. Worley and councilmembers agreed. Mr. Worley added that he
does not see the activity slowing down. He mentioned that the city should begin
thinking about another park.
Councilman Gardner asked Mr. Worley if he is aware of private funded parks. Mr.
Woriey responded that College Station is not in competition with private business
parks.
Mr. Worley stated that he would like to attract small industries worldwide in the field
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medical instruments and aircraft/aircraft parts in which the community can be dominant
in the United States. The marketing strategy, consists of telephone contacts.
Mayor Ringer commented that there is no doubt the council should look at a plan for
the park. The park will be a focal point because it is located on a major arterial into
the community.
Mr. Dillard presented an overview of the elements addressed in a preliminary design
plan of the business park. These elements included restricted covenants such as
landscape, setback requirements, land use, type of building materials, parking
requirements, etc.
Mr. Mike McClure reviewed his involvement in the process. Although the engineer
has an impact in the early stages of planning with regards to drainage and
transportation. Included in the master plan is the electrical master plan, sewer and
water systems and drainage plan.
Mr. Dillard presented the time frame. Counciimembers made several comments of
general interest.
Councilman Schneider authorized staff to administer Request for Proposals for the
design of this business park. The motion was seconded by Councilman McIlhaney.
Councilman Gardner recognized the need to set goals for this development.
The council voted 6-0 to approve the motion.
Discussion continued.
Mayor Ringer thanked the consultants for the helpful information.
&aenda Item No. 5 - Council
Councilman Mcllhaney reported that citizens may be attending the regular meeting
regarding the Doux Chene Apartments. She suggested that an update from staff be
presented tomorrow night for the public's interest. City Manager Ragland asked staff
to brief the council at this time.
Elrey Ash stated that staff received a foreclosure notice from HUD specifying that 250
units of 352 units are to be utfli~.ed as Section 8 low rent subsidy units. Ms. Eleanor
Cheeks was contacted in the Houston HUD office and staff was informed that HUD will
offer the bid package. HUD will not participate in the subsidy. He further stated that
HUD is tentatively preparing a plan to retain the property until the first of the year.
The staff prepared a letter to Ms. Cheeks. Mr. Ragland outlined the content of the
letter.
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Wednesday, March 11, 1992
Councilman Gardner commented that the lane markings on Southwest Parkway are
unclear. He received complaints about the two-way stop sign at Deacon and Rio
Grande and apparently needs a four-way stop because of the level of tr~c. Mr.
Gardner also indicated that the grass between the sidewalk and curb needs to be
mowed. Mr. Ragland was directed to asked to take.
Councilman Crouch stated that she received a notice from someone regarding the
closing hours of bars.
Councilman Schneider reported that he sees a lot of pedestrians violating the
for the crosswalk at Spence and University Drive.
Aaenda Item No. 6 - City lVl~,~ger ~ts.
No comments made by the City Manager.
Aaenda Item No. ? - B~tastorndag S~.
The council moved into the training room at 6:05 p.m.
Councilman Crouch urged the councilmembers to prepare a mission statement. From
this mission statement, the desires and goals are established. She suggested having
another retreat similar to the visionary retreat to develop the council's vision.
Councilman McIlhaney outlined eight categories that could be discussed to assist in
developing values.
After further d~cussion, the council agreed to hold a retreat. They set a date for May
8th and May 9th.
Mayor Ringer left the meeting.
Councilman McIlhaney asked the councilmembers to prepare a mission statement for
the next bra.h'tstormtng session.
_Ammd~ Item No. 8 - ~l.~ourn.
Mayor Pro-tern Brown adjourned the meeting at 6:40
City Secretary Connie Hooks