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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/09/1988 - Regular Minutes City Council MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ringer, Councilmen Brown, Gardner, Haddox, McIlhaney, Schneider, Birdwell COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Acting City Manager Ragland, City Attorney Locke, City Secretary Jones, City Engineer Pullen, Director of Capital Improvements Ash, Finance Director Harrison, Budget Director Schroeder, Purchasing Agent McCartney, Public Information Officer Calliham, Zoning Official Kee, Assistant Parks and Recreation Cisneros, Council Coordinator Hooks VISITORS PRESENT: See guest register. Agenda Item No. 1 - Approval of the minutes of the City. Council Workshop Meeting, May 23, 1988 and the Regular Meeting, May 26, 1988. Councilman Gardner changed paragraph 6, page 5 of the regular meeting minutes to read that "Councilman Gardner moved to ask the P&Z to look at possibilities of developing specific standards for temporary parking". Councilman Gardner corrected page 10, first paragraph to change the word "state" to "federal." Councilman Birdwell inserted the word "annual" between equal and installments in the last paragraph on page 6, regular meeting minutes. Councilman Schneider moved approval of the minutes as corrected. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 2 - A public hearing on the proposed amended budget to extend the fiscal year to September 30. Mayor Ringer opened the public hearing. No one came forward to speak. Mayor Ringer closed the public hearing. Agenda Item No. 3 - Consideration of an ordinance annexing a 505.64 acre tract located approximately 200' west of Rock Prairie Road and approximately 7000" south of Greens Prairie Rd. (88-601). Zoning Official Kee explained that approval of this ordinance ~ITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING tHURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 2 would annex the site of Lick Creek Park and the Lick Creek Waste- water Treatment Plant. The scheduled public hearings have been held and the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended ap- proval. She noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission in- cluded an additional recommendation to initiate annexation of the "donut holes". These areas are under private ownership. Council- man Gardner asked what purpose would the parkland dedicated by Mr. Bill Fitch serve if the property was annexed into the City. Mrs. Kee replied that the land would be used for parkland. More specifically, it would be used as part of the plan to provide an area for bike trails and walking facilities connecting parks along the east side of the bypass. Councilman Brown moved to approve Ordinance No. 1759 annexing the 505.64 acre tract. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. A~enda Item No. 4 - Consideration of an,ordinance annexinq a 35 acre tract of land located alonq the north side of Graham Road approximately 2200' west of Texas Ave. (88-600). Ms. Kee explained that this location is the site of the Utility Service Center. Passage of this ordinance will annex the site in- to the city limits. Mr. Gardner stated concern that Graham Road is left outside the city limits. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of Ordinance No. 1760 annexing the 35 acre tract. Councilman Brown seconded the motion which carried by a vote of 6-1, Councilman Gardner voting against. Councilman Gardner moved to direct the city staff to prepare a re- port to bring back to the Council on the annexation of the area "two donut holes" northeast of the Lick Creek Park and "donut hole" to the east of the Utility Service Center. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 4-3. FOR: McIlhaney, Haddox, Schneider, Gardner. AGAINST: Brown, Birdwell, Ringer. Agenda Item No. 5 - Consideration of the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Master Plan. Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Cisneros explained this item. He stated that the consultants, J.T. Dunkin, made a presen- tation at the workshop meeting. "96721 2ITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING tHURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 3 President of the College Station Economic Development Foundation Dennis Goehring came forward to endorse this project. Ms. Anne Bell, Director of the Chamber of Commerce Convention and Visitors Bureau, addressed the Council. She encouraged the Council to ac- cept the plan. She noted how much she enjoyed participating in the development of the plan as a member of the Steering Commit- tee. Councilman Haddox commented that he has enjoyed the privilege of serving as Chairman of the Steering Committee. He stated that this project has been a very exciting venture for the Committee. He made several remarks about the positive progress of the City. Councilman Gardner commented that this plan is very exciting and realistic. He complimented the staff, J.T. Dunkin, and especially Dick Haddox for their hard work. Councilman Gardner moved approval of the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Master Plan. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried by a vote of 6-0-1, Councilman Birdwell abstaining. Councilman Birdwell explained why he was abstaining from the motion. He stated his significant concern was the lack of identification of project costs and maintenance costs. Councilman Gardner remarked that the Council is not committing it- self to fund the plan at this time. Councilman Haddox also com- mented that he is concerned about future expenditures, but the Council is not committing any money to the plan at this time. Ap- proval of the plan gives the Steering Committee the opportunity to continue working with the property owners to find ways to make this project happen. Councilman Brown commented that this action will offset a tre- mendous amount of community support for this project. The vote to approve the Uolf Pen Creek Schematic Plan carried by a vote of 6-0-1, Councilman Birdwell abstaining. Agenda Item No. 6 - Consideration of Texas Water Commission Wastewater Treatment Facility inspection fees. Purchasing Agent McCartney noted that this is a request for ap- proval to pay annual inspection fees to the Tx. Water Commission for $10,450.00. "96722 2ITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING tHURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 4 Councilman Brown moved approval to pay inspection fees to the Texas Water Commission for $10,450.00. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. A~enda Item No. 7 - Consideration of bid and award of contract for striping and Davement marking~ for Southwest Parkway (G81-8%-14~. City Engineer Pullen stated that this item will complete the re- construction of Southwest Parkway from Texas Avenue to Wellborn Road. He noted that the temporary four-way stop at Langford will be removed when the striping is completed on Southwest Parkway. Staff has recommended award of bid for $14,946.15 from Traffic Systems, Inc. of Tyler. Councilman McIlhaney asked if there is a reason for removing the 4-way stop sign at Langford and replacing it with the 2-way stop. Mr. Pullen replied that the four-way stop was installed specifi- cally for the construction on Southwest Parkway. Since that time, a traffic study was conducted and results showed that the intersection does not meet the warrants for a four-way stop. He explained that the intersection must flow 500 vehicles an hour for eight hours during the day. It also must flow 200 vehicles during the same period on a minor street. This intersection does not meet this criteria. Ms. M¢Ilhaney mentioned that many people have commented that it has been much safer for the school crossing. Councilman Gardner remarked that he would be in favor of seeing the four-way stop remain. Mr. Mark Kothmann, 1216 S. Ridgefield, came forward to request the Council to pass an ordinance making the four-way stop permanent. Councilman Brown moved to approve the bid to Traffic Systems, Inc. of Tyler in the amount of $14,946.15 (CIP G-81-81-14) to in- stall thermoplastic pavement markings on Southwest Parkway. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. Councilman Gardner moved to direct staff to place on a future agenda information from staff in regards to maintaining a four- way stop at the intersection of Langford and Southwest Parkway and that the four-way stop not be removed until the Council reviews the staff's report. ".06723 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 5 Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unanimous- ly, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 8 - Consideration.of authorizing the City Staff to negotiate a contract with the City of Bryan in a ~oint use solid waste landfill study. Mr. Pullen stated that discussion of this item was heard at the previous workshop meeting. Staff has recommended that the Council direct staff to negotiate a contract with Mc Dow & Associates and HDR Engineering, Inc. for the feasibility study with the under- standing that the authorization to proceed to Task III be contin- gent upon the acceptable agreement of Task 2.2.1 by the City of Bryan and City of College Station Councils. Mayor Ringer noted that the city's cost of the study shall not exceed one-half the total costs of the study or $30,000. Councilman Birdwell moved to approve the staff's recommendation. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 9 - Consideration of a.r~solution authorizing .the Mayor to enter into a lease agreement with th~ Brazos County EmergeQcy Communications District (911 District). City Attorney Locke explained that the staff has prepared a reso- lution authorizing the Council to enter into a contract for the purpose of leasing office space at the Utility Service Center for the 911 District. The terms of the lease would be for six months and the following six months would be paid on a month-to- month basis. The monthly rental rate would be $288.75. Councilman Brown stated that this is a temporary move. The dis- trict is looking at space to lease from the County perma- nently. Councilman Birdwell moved to approve Resolution No. 6-09-88-09 to enter into a lease agreement with the 911 District. Councilman McIlhaney seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 10 - Consideration of a resolution to implement a CD Loan Proqram, create a CD Loan Proqram Committee, and adopt administrative guidelines for its operation. Councilman Brown moved approval of the Community Development Loan Program. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. '06724 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING ~HURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 6 Councilman Birdwell expressed his concern about the 10% foreclo- sure rate as stated in the guidelines. Mr. Ragland responded that the staff and committee will go into this funding process with "eyes open" . The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 11 - Consideration of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with Peoples Mortgage and the CSISD for purchase, development, and lease of property owned by Peoples Mortgage Co. City Attorney Locke requested that this item be withdrawn from the agenda. Councilman Gardner requested that staff provide the Coun- cil with a set of graphics depicting the land . Agenda Item No. 12 - Third Consideration of an Ordinance amendin~ the City's Franchise Agreement with Cooke Cablevision, Inc. Ms. Locke explained that this is the final reading in considera- tion of the ordinance which will allow for the smaller package. Ms. Nancy Erickson addressed the Council to speak in favor of add- ing the economy package. Councilman Haddox moved approval of Ordinance No. 1761 amending the City's Franchise Agreement with Cooke Cablevision to allow a smaller base package. Councilman McIlhaney seconded the motion which carried unanimous- ly, 7-0. Mayor Ringer pointed out that the passage of the ordinance will allow Cooke Cablevision to enact this ordinance; but, Cooke Cable- vision has the choice of whether or not to enforce this action. Agenda Item No. 13 - Hear Visitors. No one spoke. Agenda Item No. 14 - Closed session to discuss legal report [6252-17(2)(r)], land acquisition [6252-17(2)(f)], and personnel [6252-17(2)(~)]. The council convened into closed session at 8:15 p.m. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 Page 7 Agenda Item No. 15 - Action on closed session. The following appointments were announced. Councilman Brown moved to appoint members to the Community Development Loan Committee: Bob Kee, 5/91, Chairman; Susan Livingston, 5/89; Charlie Burris, 5/89; Celia Stallings, 5/90; and Diane Savage, 5/90. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 16 - Adjourn. Mayor Ringer declared the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. ATTEST: City ~=~3~t~ry Dian Jones APPROVED: '.06726 GUEST REGISTER CITY' COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 1988 ' 7:00 P.M. 1.~ 13. 2. 14. 3. 15. 5. 17. 6. 18. 7. 19. 8. 20. 9. 21. 10. 22. 11. 23. 12. 24. eo673o