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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/08/1983 - Regular Minutes City Council MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Halter, Councilmen Boughton, Prause, Anderson, McIlhaney, Reinke, Runnels COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: None Assistant City Manager VanDever Assistant City Attorney Locke, City Secretary Jones, City Attorney Denton, Director of Capital Improvements Ash, Traffic Engineer Black, Citizen Service Representative Dillard, Tax Assessor/Collector Dickson, Planning Technician Volk, Director of Planning Mayo, City Engineer Pullen, Deputy Finance Director Schroeder, Parks Director Beachy, Director of Public Services Miller, Purchasing Agent McCartney, Major Feldman, Aquatics Superintendent Szabuniewicz, Zoning Official Kee, Assistant Director of Planning Callaway, Administrative Assistant Nowlin, VOE Secretary Moore, Assistant Director of Parks Czimskey, Parks Maintenance Supervisor Whatley. VISITORS PRESENT: See guest register. A~enda Item No. 1 - Approval of the minutes of the following City Council Meetings: Special Meeting, August 3; Workshop Meeting, August 10; Regular Meeting, August 11; Special Meeting, August 15; Special Meeting, August 19; Workshop Meeting, August 24; and Regular Meeting, August 25, 1983. Councilman Boughton stated that on the minutes of August 10th, page 3, paragraph 2, the word "activities" should be used instead of "improvements". Councilman Boughton stated that on the minutes of August llth, page 5, the 3rd paragraph from the bottom, the word "problems" should be added after the word "future". Councilman Boughton stated that on the minutes of August 24th, page 3, the 3rd paragraph from the bottom, the word "he" should be added after the word "that". Councilman Anderson moved approval of the minutes. 00 039 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 2 Councilman Boughton seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 7-0. A~enda Item No. 2 - A Public Hearin~ on the question of rezonin~ part of Lot 16, Lakeview Acres located on the east side of Texas Avenue a~roximately 300 ft. south of Morgan's Lane, from Single Family Residential District R-1 to Administrative-Professional District A-P. Application is in the name of Mike Lane, Dr. & Mrs. E. Treadway. (83-114) Assistant Director of Planning Callaway presented the item. He stated that the lot is located on the east side of Texas Avenue approximately 300 ft. South of Morgan's Lane. The lot is currently zoned Single Family Residential R-1. He stated that the staff recommends approval as this rezoning would be in compliance with both the Comprehensive Plan and the Land Use Plan. He further stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request by a vote of 7-0. Mayor Halter opened the public hearing. When no one spoke the public hearing was closed. A~enda Item No. 3 - Consideration of an Ordinance rezoning the above tract. Councilman Anderson moved approval of Ordinance No. 1447 rezoning the above tract. Councilman Boughton seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 7-0. A~enda Item No. 4 - A Public Hearing on the ~ro~osed annexation of 3800 acres. Director of Planning Mayo presented the item. He explained the map which displayed the proposed annexation plan. He reviewed the background and procedures that were used to make decisions that resulted in the proposed annexation plan. He explained a study the City had conducted to gather information. The study included a questionnaire and many neighborhood meetings. Some of the basic information obtained from the questionnaire is as follows: the City should grow; it should grow at the same rate or at least no greater rate than it has grown in the past; it should grow to the south or in an area where it can provide services at a reasonable cost; and it should have an industrial development preferably not near any existing residential areas. Director of Planning Mayo stated that in in April of 1981, two consultants, Snyder and Wyse, were contracted by the City to take over the study of the Comprehensive Plan. Early in 1982 the consultants presented three alternatives of growth the City could follow: it could grow to the east; it could grow to the west; or it could grow to the south. Mr. Mayo explained the Development Suitability Map and pointed out that the map helped to determine the feasibility and appropriateness of a numbe~ of factors dealing with development. The final map showed what the 00/ 01,0 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 3 development suitability is over the entire City of College Station. Director of Planning Mayo stated that the map indicated that the area to the south could be more easily developed in an urban type situation. Director of Planning Mayo stated that to the south of the City there is beginning to be some development. The staff determined that they should review an annexation plan which addressed the problems of establishing land use controls along major thoroughfares. He stated that the staff ,in order to accomplish that goal, had showed a minimum annexation. Director of Planning Mayo stated that the City could follow another plan of growth. It could try to grow within the existing City limits. However, he pointed out a number of severe problems with that plan. Director of Planning Mayo stated that the Planning Staff recommends the annexation plan that was displayed on the map presented to the Council. He further stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that area "J" and an area along Rock Prairie Road from the landfill site to Mr. Ferreri's property be omitted. He stated that the staff recommends that on October 13th the Council consider some of the problems that could arise from omitting these parcels. Director of Planning Mayo expressed concern about street maintenance along Rock Prairie Road if the section from the landfill to Mr. Ferreri's property is omitted from the plan. Councilman Runnels suggested that the right-of-ways be annexed adjacent to the lots. Director of Planning Mayo explained that to annex an area it must be at least 500 ft. wide. Councilman McIlhaney asked if the cost of providing services to the proposed annexed area had been determined. Director of Planning Mayo stated that the cost had not been determined. Councilman McIlhaney requested that the figures be provided to the Council before a vote on annexation is taken. Mayor Halter opened the public hearing. Mr. Arthur Olden questioned Director of Planning Mayo about the extent of the section of Rock Prairie Road that the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended to delete from the annexation plan. He asked what the purpose was for taking part of the property and omitting the rest. Director of Planning Mayo explained that all of Mr. Olden's property had been included in the plan to help the City obtain control at the major intersections. 00 0/ 1 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 4 Mr. John Otts requested that a parcel of land, which the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended for annexation by a vote of 4-1, be omitted from the plan. He explained that the volunteer fire depto was located in that area and he pointed out that the City fire station was six miles from his house. Mr. J. T. Carll asked about the map and requested clarification of some lines. He questioned the amount of time it would take for services to be provided after annexation. He stated that he did not want what the City could offer. Mr. W. B. Harris expressed his admiration for the Planning and Zoning Commission and stated that their recommendations should be considered. He suggested that the Sanders Sausage Farm and the gas treatment plant be annexed to control the major intersections, but he stated that the rest of the area did not need to be annexed at this time. Dr. David Pugh asked the question "why annex". He stated his opinion that revenues from the annexed area would not pay for the City's cost of providing services to the area. He questioned the need for annexation and requested that it be delayed. Mr. D. K. Cote asked for a point of clarification of a particular tract on the map. He stated that he supports Mr. Pugh's statement and he commented on the deterioration of the City's services during the past ten years. Mr. Donald A. Arnold, a resident in section "J", asked how many petitions had been filed. He suggested that the boundary lines be straightened to avoid any problems and requested that section "J" be omitted from the annexation plan. Dr. Jim Gardner stated that a change in the concept for the Industrial Park had occurred. Mr. Kenneth Wolf asked a question regarding the number of acres in a particular area. Mr. Michael Murphy addressed the topic of density and compared College Station to Houston. Mr. John Hughey congratulated the Council on the planning that has been done. Mr. Allen Swoboda, a member of the Homebuilder's Association, expressed the Association's concern for the need of an industrial base for College Station. He stated that his projection is that the area to Green's Prairie Road will be developed within five to ten years, whether inside the City or not. OO4.04.2 REGULAR CITY COUNCI£ MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 5 Mr. Spencer Wendt stated that development toward the south is inevitable and the City should plan ahead. Mr. George Ball expressed the need for taxpayers to look to the future and pointed out that turning this proposition down would discourage industry. Mr. C. R. Watson stated the need for attracting industry to provide a job market for the youth in this community. Mayor Halter closed the public hearing. He read an excerpt from the state law regarding some of the questions brought up in the discussion. Director of Planning Mayo stated that at this time no other public hearings are scheduled. Councilman McIlhaney requested that the cost figures for providing service to the area and information on the taxes brought in by Westinghouse and Texas Instruments be provided to the Council. A~enda Item No. 5 - Reconsideration of Final Plat - Vacatin~ and Resubdivision of Lot 4 Block 4 Southeast College Park. (83-224) Mayor Halter removed this item at the request of the applicant. A~enda Item No. 6 - CONSENT AGENDA: BIDS: Hydroseeding at Southwood Athletic Park. Maintenance/Service Agreement for one year period for instrumentation associated with water system facilities. Miscellaneous transformers. Truck cab chassis for Articulating Aerial Device. PLATS: Final Plat - Agency Records Control - 36.740 acres (83-231). Councilmen Reinke and Runnels were absent from the room. All items were approved by common consent. A~enda Item No. 7 - Consideration of Ordinance amending the building code and Ordinance No. 850 relatin~ to sign regulations. Mayor Halter removed the item so that the ordinance can be reviewed by the P&Z Commission and the Sign Ordinance Committee. A~enda Item No. 8 - Consideration of wave pool for Southwood Athletic Park. Councilmen Reinke and Runnels returned to the room. Parks Director Beachy showed a map of the park and named the planned facilities for the park. He explained that the park is being developed through 1981 Bond Funds and a State Grant. He displayed a diagram of the proposed wave pool and explained how the pool will differ from Thomas Pool 00/ 0 3 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 6 and Bee Creek Pool. He pointed out some of the advantages of the wave pool. He further stated that the feasibility study indicated that the parking and land areas are adequate for this type of pool. He recommended that more deck area be built no matter what type of pool is built. Parks Director Beachy stated that the greatest benefits of the wave pool are that it is financially attractive and it can be used for multiple purposes. Councilman Runnels asked about the peak attendance at the two conventional pools and the estimated peak attendance for the wavepool. Aquatics Superintendent Szabuniewicz stated that the peak attendance at the two conventional pools is approximately 500 people per day. Parks Director Beachy stated that the estimated peak attendance for the wave pool is approximately 1200 people per day. He passed out information on entrance fees charged at various pools. He showed a flyer, circulated by some concerned citizens of Southwood Valley, which addressed projected fees and safety features of the wave pool. Councilman Runnels questioned why the feasibility study did not address the financial feasibility of the pool. Assistant City Manager VanDever stated that the financial feasibility study was omitted because of the extra cost. He stated that the staff could determine the financial outlook given the information provided by the consultant. Assistant City Manager VanDever addressed the financial aspects of the wave pool. He stated that the pool will cost approximately one million dollars and the debt incurred will be $600,000.00 at six percent interest for ten years. Councilman Reinke asked how the $600,000.00 will be paid off. Assistant City Manager VanDever stated that it will be paid off with revenues generated by the pool. He explained the proposed accounting technique to be used. Mayor Halter called on the Chairman of the Parks Board to present the Board's recommendations. Chairman LeUnes stated that the Board recommended that the three to four fan pool be built based on the feasibiltiy study. Councilman Boughton stated that the Parks Board had brought the idea of the wave pool to the Council. Chairman LeUnes stated that the Board is in favor of the wave pool if it O0 O&4 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 7 proves to be financially feasible. Mayor Halter opened the public hearing. Mr. Pete Normand expressed his pleasure with the plans for the Southwood Athletic Park except for certain features of the pool. Mr. Steve Parker expressed his concern with people coming from outside the City to use the pool. He questioned the figures projected in the feasibility study. Mr. Dwayne Cote questioned whether the amount of energy needed to run the wave pool was justified in view of the country's energy problem. He stated that it is his belief that the popularity of the wave pool will not last. Mrs. Debbie Ross stated that "safety" had not been addressed in the feasibility study. She presented a petition with 400 signatures in opposition to the proposed wave pool. She pointed out that many different areas in the City were canvassed when gathering the signatures. Mr. Mark Sadowski stated that he had written a letter earlier which presented his concerns about the proposed wave pool. He noted that other amusement parks had not done well in this area. Ms. Anita Friedman stated that she had helped gather signatures for the petition submitted. She expressed her opinion that the citizens of College Station want a more conservative and practical approach to the swimming pool at Southwood Athletic Park. She questioned the figures projected in the study. Mr. Mark Paulson stated that the pool could save local residents money on vacations. Mr. Layne Westover asked what the basis of the decision to build the wave pool will be. He stated that the price of admission will prohibit his family from frequenting the pool. Mr. Dave Ruesink, member of the Parks Board, stated that he is not for or against the wave pool. He pointed out that the greatest advantage of the pool is its dual purpose. He stated that College Station has a statewide reputation for being forward-minded and the City has an outstanding parks system and staff. He noted that wave pools have proven not to be a fad in England. Mr. Arthur Wright questioned the projection on the number of people that will use the pool and using $600,000.00 for a wave pool instead of for more pressing needs. Judy LeUnes, Chairman of the Parks Board, explained why she is in favor of the wave pool. 00/ 045 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 8 Ms. Anna Janne stated that the wave pool will provide teenagers a means of recreation. Mayor Halter closed the public hearing and summarized the discussion. Councilman McIlhaney expressed appreciation for what the Parks Board and staff were attempting. She expressed her surprise at the opposition to the project. Councilman Boughton pointed out the safety record of wave pools. She agreed with Mr. Ruesink's statement on the versatility of the pool. She noted that the Southwood Athletic Park is a "Community Park" not a "Neighborhood Park" and that the traffic is going to be there regardless of whether or not a wave pool is built. Councilman Anderson stated his support of a conventional pool for Southwood Athletic Park. Councilman Runnels moved to direct the staff to stop plans for a wave pool and instruct them to construct a conventional pool at the Southwood Athletic Park. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion which passed by a vote of 5-2. FOR: Councilmen Anderson, McIlhaney, Prause, Reinke, Runnels AGAINST: Mayor Halter, Councilman Boughton Agenda Item No. 9 - Consideration of Adoption of "Land Use Plan" section of Comprehensive Plan - Plan 2000. Director of Planning Mayo presented the item. He stated that the difference between this Comprehensive Plan and the previous one is that this plan is expanded considerably to the South. Councilman Reinke asked for clarification of a point on the map. Mr. Dwayne Cote proposed a method for more economical land development. Councilman Anderson moved to adopt the "Land Use Plan" section of the Comprehensive Plan - Plan 2000. Councilman Boughton seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 10 - Consideration of funding for Brazos Beautiful, Inc. from Sanitation Fund Contingency. Councilman Runnels moved to transfer $5000.00 from the Sanitation Fund for additional funding for Brazos Beautiful, Inc. Councilman McIlhaney seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 7-0. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1983 PAGE 9 Agenda Item No. 11 - Hear Visitors. Mr. Steve Parker requested that the Council direct the staff to proceed with the installation of the traffic signal at FM 2818 and Welsh. He stated that safety factors outweigh the cost of having to install a signal temporarily. Mr. Mike Fleming, member of the College Station School Board, stated that the signal needs to be installed for the safety of the school children crossing at that intersection. Mayor Halter asked if the School Board would be willing to share in the cost of relocating the signal. Director of Capital Improvements Ash stated that the City had requested that the State Hwy. Dept. install a four-way stop at that intersection until construction is completed. Mayor Halter asked what the time table is for widening FM 2818. Director of Capital Improvements Ash stated that the City was waiting for the State Hwy Dept. to determine the time table for the project. A~enda Item No. 12 - Closed session to discuss personnel [6252-17(~)], pending litigation [6252-17(e)], and land acquisition [6252-17(f)]. The Council moved to closed session and later reopened to the public. A~enda Item No. 13 - Action on closed session. No action was taken on closed session. Agenda Item No 14 - Ad)ourn. Mayor Halter adjourned the meeting. Attest: Dian Jones~City Secretary Approved- .~ / - 00 0a7 GUEST REGISTER COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY,.SEPTEMBER 8~ 1983 C.¢ ,..j