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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/09/1989 - Regular Minutes City Council MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1989 ?=00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT= Mayor Ringer, Councilmen McIlhaney, Brown, Haddox, Schneider, Gardner, Birdwell STAFF PRESENT~ City Manager Ragland, City Secretary Jones, City Attorney Locke, Assistant City Manager Brymer, City Engineer Pullen, CIP Director Ash, Personnel Director Dlckson, PARD Director Beachy, Planning Director Callaway Zoning Official Kee, Lincoln Center Supervisor Robinson, Public Informa- tion Officer Calliham, Council Coordinator Hooks VISITORS PRESENT: See guest register. AGenda Item No. 1 - Signing of a proclamation designating th~ week of Feburary 10-26~ 1989 as "National Patriotism Week". Mayor Ringer read the proclamation. Aaenda Item No. 2 - Signing of a pro¢lam~tion design&tin- February 12-19, 1989 as "Marketing Week". Mayor Ringer read the proclamation. Ms. Christine King from the Texas A&M Marketing Association accepted the proclamation. Aaenda Item No. 3 - Signing of a proclamation designating week of February 18-25, 1989 as "Engineer's Week". City Engineer David Pullen accepted the proclamation, signed by Mayor Ringer. A~enda Item No. 4 - Approval of the minutes of the City Council Workshop Meeting, January 25, 1989, the Joint Paz Meeting, January 25, 1989, and the Regular Meeting, January 26, 1989. Mayor Ringer announced that the minutes for the Joint Council/P&Z Meeting w111 be placed on the February 23rd agenda. Councilman Gardner added a sentence to the first paragraph on page 4, January 26th minutes as follows= "He also said that he felt that with hundreds of square feet of vacant commercial O071O7 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 page 2 buildings in College Station, there is no need especially in this location." He referred to the next paragraph, third sentence, adding the words "to industry" after sell to clarify. Councilman Birdwell's comments. Councilman Gardner corrected the third paragraph on the same page to read, "Councilman Gardner responded to Councilman Birdwell's remarks. He added that this tract does not meet development criteria." The final correction was made on page 7, of the January 26th minutes, paragraph 7. He corrected the last sentence of this paragraph to read, "He also pointed out that the sign at the Industrial Park is not close to the actual developed area of College Station". Mr. Gardner made a final correction on page 9, under Agenda Item No. 16, the second paragraph, to read, "Councilman Gardner asked if a single citizen could intervene in the proceedings." Councilman Gardner moved adoption of the minutes as corrected. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion, which carried unan- imously, 7-0. Aoenda Item No. 5 - A public hearing to consider revising section 9.3 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to the parking requirement for movie theatres. Zoning Official Jane Kee described this item. She stated that in October, 1988, the Planning Office received two requests to review the parking requirements for movie theatres, as stated in the zoning ordinance. A report was presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission on January 5th. A copy of this report was provided to the Council in the agenda packet. The Commission unanimously directed staff to prepare an ordinance changing the parking requirement of motion picture theatres from one parking space for every 2.5 seats to one space for every 4 seats. Councilman Brown asked Ms. Kee if she knows of a new movie theatre facility opening soon. Ms. Kee replied that the requests received were from a local builder/developer, and a local theatre owner. By a unanimous vote of 4-0, the P&Z recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Gardner asked if this revision would allow the owners to utilize the spaces for another use. Ms. Kee replied affirmatively. Mayor Ringer opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Mayor Ringer closed the public hearing. 007108 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 page 3 Auenda Item No. 6 - Consideration of an ordinance ~mendinq Section 9.3 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to the parkin~ requirement for movie theatres. Councilman Brown moved approval of Ordinance No. 1800 amending Section 9.3 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1638, relative to the parking requirements for movie theatres. Councilman McIlhane¥ seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 7-0. Aoenda Item No. 7 - Consideration of an ordinance creating an advisory committee to be known as the Bryan-College Station War on Drugs Committee. (Council Issues No. 3 and No. 14) Mayor Ringer noted that the Council appointed a joint task force committee with the City of Bryan. He added that both school districts have recently named members to the Committee. Chairman David Branham stated that the proposed ordinance was drafted to continue the involvement of the Committee, as recommended by the report previously presented to council. Mr. Branham reported that he recently met with city officials of College Station and Bryan and several school officials. As a result of these meetings, this ordinance has been brought to the Council to establish the purpose of the committee, the term of office, and to set duties and responsibilities. Councilman McIlhane¥ stated that she receives publications from the Mayor's office on national activities on War on Drugs. She hoped the Committee will coordinate the literature received from national organizations and incorporate it into this program. Mr. Branham replied that he hopes to begin working with a representative from the Texas War on Drugs. He added that the information he receives from the Mayor's office is very valuable. Councilman Haddox thanked Mr. Branham for his dedication to this effort. The other council members concurred. Councilman Birdwell moved adoption of Ordinance No. 1801 providing for the creation of a War on Drugs Committee; deter- mining the method of appointment and terms of office; pre- scribing duties and responsibilities; and, providing a saving clause. Councilman McIlhane¥ seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 7-0. Councilman Birdwell commented that there is such a tremendous apathy on the part of the population relative to the drug problem. Me added that very little media attention has been given to this problem. He pushed for citizen involvement in this effort and encouraged the media to publicize this issue. 007109 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 page 4 A~enda Item No. 8 - CONSENT AGENDA: Texas Water Commission Inspection Fee. common consent. This item was approved by Aoenda Item No. 9 - Consideration of an ordinance amending Section 6 of Chapter 10 of the Code pertaining to the Darkina. standing, or storina of recreational vehicles, trailers or trucks in residential areas in the City of College Station. City Attorney Locke stated that the ordinance has been changed by the staff at the direction of the Council. It also clarifies the definition of "truck" and "truck-tractor". She read each definition and the revised regulations. Mayor Ringer read the statements previously quoted by the City Attorney as follows~ "Truck - means any motor vehicle designed, used or maintained primarily for the transportation of property, with a manu- facturer's rated carrying capactiy exceeding two thousand (2,000) pounds. Truck-tractor - means any motor vehicle designed or used pri- marily for drawing other vehicles. It is intended that the term includes a motor vehicle that is otherwise a truck-tractor that may be engaged with a semi-trailer. (B) Re~ulations 1. It shall be unlawful for the owner, occupant or person in charge of property used for residential purposes to permit the parking, standing or storing of truck or truck-tractors as defined herein on residential streets for other than actual supervised loading or unloading of goods and passengers. It shall be unlawful for the owner, occupant or person in charge of property used for residential purposes to permit the parking, standing or storing of trailers, trucks, or truck-tractors in residential front yards, including driveways, for other than actual supervised loading or unloading of goods or passengers. It shall be unlawful for the owner, occupant or person in charge of property used for residential purposes to permit the parking, standing, or storing of recreational vehicles on residential streets for a period of time in excess of seventy-two (72) hours within any thirty (30) day period." Councilman Schneider asked what action will be taken by the City if objections are raised by a citizen. Mayor Ringer indicated that recreational vehicles cannot be parked on a residential street for more than 72 hours in a thirty day period. The ordinance does not prohibit parking of recreational vehicles on front yards. Councilman Haddox mentioned that if several people object to the recreational vehicles parked in front yards, then the Council should come back and consider another alternative.07110 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 page 5 Councilman Birdwell mentioned that several people have expressed objections to cars parked in front yards. Councilman Schneider moved approval of Ordinance No. 1802. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Brown moved to amend the motion by changing the weight in the definition of a truck to 3,000 pounds. Mr. Brown stated that he spoke with a local RV dealer, Mr. Gray, who said that a number of one-ton trucks are being modified to 1 1/2 ton trucks to pull fifth wheel travel trailers and other travel trailers. Councilman Brown mentioned that this will help eliminate problems in the future. Councilman Schneider seconded Councilman Brown's motion to amend the main motion. Councilman Haddox spoke against the amendment, and added that if problems do arise from the truck modifications as described, the Council can address the issue at that time. Mayor Ringer con- curred. Following further discussion, the motion to amend was defeated by a vote of 1-6, as follows: FOR: Councilman Brown AGAINST: Mayor Ringer, Councilmen Schneider, McIlhaney, Birdwell, Haddox, Gardner The original motion to approve Ordinance No. 1802 carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. l0 - Consideration of a temporary County Immunization Clinic. Parks and Recreation Director Beachy presented this item. He stated that the County Health Department has requested the use of Lincoln Center once a week for a satellite clinic to provide immunization service. Staff recommended approval of the use of Lincoln Center, preferably on Tuesday. The agreement will be reviewed in October. Councilman Haddox pointed out that this is an outstanding project that does not require additional funds. Dr. Jack Marsh presented a brief report. During the past quarter, over 3000 immunizations were given and 26% of the patients were College Station residents. Councilman Brown moved approval of the use of Lincoln Center as a temporary County Immunization Clinic location. Councilman McIlhaney seconded the motion, which carried unan- imously, 7-0. 007111 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 page 6 Aaenda Item No. ll - Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a development agreement with the College Station Independent School District. City Attorney Locke explained that the College Station Inde- pendent School District has begun work on its new athletic facility, has entered into the building permit process, and is in the preliminary plat stage. The CSISD has requested that a building permit be issued even though the final plat has not been approved. In response to the request, a development agreement has been prepared for Council's review. It would allow the issuance of a building permit, but stipulates that the certificate of occupancy would not be issued until the final plat is filed for record. Councilman Brown moved approval of the resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a development agreement with the CSISD. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion. Councilman Birdwell stated that at the time the preliminary plat was approved, discussion was held regarding the possible dedication by the school district, of a street at that location. The majority of the Council did not vote in favor of the dedication of a street. He wondered if any councilmember would like to change the vote regarding this issue. He indicated that this item offered the last opportunity to have the street. Mayor Ringer called for a vote. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. Aaenda Item No. 12 - Hear Visitors. No one spoke. Auenda Item No. 15 - Closed session to discuss staff report~ [6252-17(2)(r)]. 1. Legal Report. 2. Staff Report. The council moved to closed session at 7:45 p.m. Aoenda Item No. ~4 - Action on closed session. The council reconvened in open session. No action was taken. 007112 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, February 9, 1989 Dage Agenda Item No. 15 - Adjourn. Councilman Haddox moved to adjourn. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:31 p.m. Dian Jones APPROVED: 00711 GUEST REGISTER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1989 7:00 P.M. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 007119.