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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/10/1983 - Regular Minutes City Council MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Halter, Councilmen Runnels, Boughton, Ringer, Prause COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilmen Jones, Nemec STAFF PRESENT: Asst. City Manager/Finance Director VanDever, Director of Capital Improvements Ash, Asst. Director of Planning Callaway, City Secretary Jones, Deputy City Secretary Martin, Purchasing Agent Weddle, City Engineer Pullen, Adminstrative Asst. Nowlin, Tax Assessor-Collector Dickson, Building Official Perry, Lietenant Kapella, Energy Specialist Layne, Planning Technician Volk, Deputy Finance Director Schroeder VISITORS PRESENT: See guest register. Agenda Item No. 1 - Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop City Council ~ih.~; ' P~5~Q~- 25; ' 1983 ' &nd ' tn~ - ~Q~a~: City- co~h6~± m~e~r[~ ~'~6~ua~y ~4~ '1983: ..................................... Councilman Runnels pointed out on the February 24th meeting, page 2 paragraph 11, that the last name should be "Slack" instead of "Esphonic". Councilman Prause moved approval of the minutes with the above correction. Councilman Runnels seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Agenda Item No. 2 - A public hearing on the question of granting a Asst. Director of Planning Callaway presented the item. He stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission has denied the request for a conditional use permit for the construction of a dentist office on Lot 28, Richards Addition. The proposed site is located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Texas Avenue and Richards Street and is currently zoned R-1. The Planning Staff is recommending denial of this request for the following reasons: 1. The request is inconsistent with the goals of the Community Development Block Grant Program for the preservation and rehabilitation of this neighborhood. 2. The request represents a non-residential intrusion into a small single family area. 003818 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 PAGE 2 3. Alternative locations are available in this area for this type of development. The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously denied this request. Mayor Halter opened the public hearing and asked to hear from those in favor of the permit. Mrs. Jane Wolfe stated that the request is for her son to build a dentist office on the lot. She indicated that lots along Texas Avenue should have a buffer between the residences and the traffic. She felt the usage of this land as a dentist office would be very compatible with the neighborhood and the traffic and provide safety for nearby residents. She said that the Federal Government should not be in opposition to this dental office. Grant Wolfe, applicant, presented a brief history of his family's background. He stated that he had completed a survey of the neighborhood and that most residents in the area signed a petition in favor of the project. He stated that his development would be ideal for this tract and would not cause traffic problems. Dan Rodgers, resident of Richards Street, spoke in favor of the rezoning. He expressed that this type of office would benefit the neighborhood. When no one else spoke, Mayor Halter asked to hear from those in opposition. Mr. Curley Green, resident of the neighborhood, stated that the people on Richards and Sterling Street opposed this request. He expressed that a buffer zone was not needed in this area. He felt the residents should not have to live with a commercial office within there neighborhood. He pointed out their is a lot of undeveloped commercial land available nearby to build a dentist office. Sam Ford, resident of Richards Street, spoke in opposition to the request. When no one else spoke, Mayor Halter closed the public hearing. Agenda Item No. 3 - Consideration of granting the above Conditional Use Mayor Halter asked what the $235,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds, which also was half of the entire funding, was spent on. Community Development Planner Stephens indicated that the funds were designed to meet an un-met goal to provide homeownership for lower income persons. The funds represent the cost of land acquisition, moving structures, and renovating structures of the houses previously located 003819 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 PAGE 3 behind city hall. Mayor Halter asked Mr. Stephens how a dental office would have an impact upon a development which is one block over and several blocks back. Mr. Stephens indicated that he did not have an opportunity to be a party to the discussion of this request. He expressed that the City does have the discretion to use Community Block Grant funds according to how they see fit and to grant conditional use permits in the area. Mayor Halter asked the staff to explain the statement "the request is inconsistent with the goals of the Community Development Block Grant Program for the preservation and rehabilitation of this neighborhood." Asst. Director of Planning Callaway replied that the statement is intended to relay the original goals of the Block Grant Program for the preservation of the neighborhood as a residential area. Mayor Halter asked what kind of effects a dental office would have. Asst. Director of Planning replied that it would increase the amount of non-residential traffic and noise. Mayor Halter asked if the staff believed this lot would develop as a single family residence. Asst. Director of Planning Callaway replied that he could not answer that question but that currently 3 lots out of 4 have houses. Mayor Halter stated that the houses were probably built 20 or 30 years ago. He indicated that a conditional use permit would allow only a dental office development which could also be constructed to resemble residential housing. No houses have been built in this area within 10 years and a rezoning of this tract to a higher residential density, such as four plexes, would result in greater traffic. Councilman Runnels asked if a Conditional Use Permit ever expires. Asst. Director of Planning Callaway replied that a permit does not expire if the development does not change. Mayor Halter expressed that he felt this property would not develop as a single family residence and in the future another city council could approve a major commercial development for this tract. A dental office would be compatible with the surrounding area. Councilman Boughton agreed with Mayor Halter's points and felt a dental office would be a better development for the area. Councilman Boughton moved approval to grant this Conditional Use Permit for Mr. Wolfe for development of a dental office. 003820 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 PAGE 4 Councilman Ringer asked that the motion be amended to include that only one dentist will practice at this site. Counilman Boughton amended her motion to included Councilman Ringers request. Councilman Ringer seconded the motion which passed as follows: FOR: Mayor Halter, Councilmen Ringer, Boughton, Runnels AGAINST: Councilmen Prause Agenda Item No. 4 - CONSENT AGENDA: Two (2) Cargo Vans - Energy Division and Police Dept. Repairs to Pitman Holstik Bucket Truck Remounting to existing ambulance body Steam/Pressure Cleaner Consideration of bids on Highway 6 Water Transmission Line Consideration of bids on Municipal Building Parking Lot Expansion. PLATS: Final Plat - Vacating and Replat of Part of Lot B Courtyard ~ Apartments Final Plat - Marion Pugh Blvd. Office/Service Center Final Plat - Resubdivision of Reserve E Plantation Oaks Addition Section 1 Final Plat - A portion of Richards Addition Subdivision Councilman Runnels requested that Plantation Oaks Addition be removed from the consent agenda. He also asked if an item is approved by common consent, then is it approved with staff recommendation. Mayor Halter replied that if an item is approved by common consent then it is approved by staff recommendation. Mayor Halter stated that the staff has requested that the Steam/Pressure Cleaner bids be removed. All other bids and plats were approved by common consent. Councilman Ringer moved to deny all bids on the Steam/Pressure Cleaner and seek new bids. Councilman Boughton seconded the motion which passed unanimously. PLANTATION OAKS 003821 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 PAGE 5 Asst. Director of Planning Callaway presented the item. He showed a map of the area which is located at the corner of Hwy. 30 and the East Bypass. He stated that the P&Z Commission approved the plat with the deletion of Lot 3. Staff has been concerned with access to the property and suggested that access be provided through Lot 4. City Engineer Pullen enclosed a letter written to National Convenience Stores Inc. pointing out the lot is not recorded on an approved subdivision and no building permits can be issued until this is done. Also, the property lacks sufficient frontage on either side to permit access for the high traffic. He suggested that an alternative access be provided for Lot 3. Mr. Wes Hall, representing Munzel Properties, stated he felt that the main issue was not access problems but that the owner is being denied the use of his land. The council asked questions regarding approving the plat without approving site recommendations and access points, etc. City Engineer Pullen replied that he felt that approving the plat when Lot 3 does not meet the requirements for development would cause problems in the future. After further discussion, Councilman Ringer moved to table the plat until the March 24th meeting and direct the City Attorney to answer the council questions on development of this plat. Couniclman Runnels seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Mark Paulson commented on the use of surveying by metes and bounds. Agenda Item No. 5 -. Consideration of an Ordinance amending Chapter 3, Building Official Perry presented the item. He indicated that the area per occupant without fixed seats is currently 15 sq. ft. per occupant. This proposal would permit no limitations of the area of occupant in civic, social, or religious functions where no consumption of alcoholic beverages are permitted providing the capacity of the exits serving that floor area is not exceeded. After further discussion, Councilman Runnels moved approval of Ordinance No. 1414 amending Chapter 3, Section 1, Sub-Section B of the City Code. Councilman Prause seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Agenda Item No. 6 - Consideration and confirmation of emergency expenditure 0D3822 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 PAGE 6 Purchasing Agent Weddle presented the item. He stated that an engine failed in one of the sanitation trucks and in searching for a replacement, the staff discovered two exceptionally low mileage use diesel engines below the cost of rebuilding one. Total cost of the engines is $9,500.00. One engine will be used as a backup enginewhen needed. Councilman Ringer moved approval of the expenditure of $9,500.00 from the Sanitation Contingency for the purchase of two diesel engines. Councilman Runnels seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Agenda Item No. 7 Hear visitors. Ann Whiting of 1407 Clemente Court, presented the council with a petition requesting that Glenn's Place, located on Tarrow Street, be rezoned to prohibit on-premise consumption of liquor. Mayor Halter requested that the staff begin procedures to rezone this area from C-2 to C-N which would not allow on-premise consumption of alcohol. Agenda Item No. 8 - Council Concerns. Councilman Boughton pointed out two chug holes located at the intersection of Park Place and Dexter which need repairs. Also, a street light located on Welsh Street is not operating and needs to be fixed. Councilman Ringer stated that the Fire Exit lights on Texas Avenue in front of the Fire Station are not working when the trucks leave the station. The staff will look into the problem. Mayor Halter suggested that committee reports be given by Councilmembers at Workshop Meetings. Councilmembers agreed to these reports. Agenda Item No. 9 - Closed session to discuss personnel [6252-17(g)] and The council did not have closed session. Agenda Item No. 10 - Action on closed session. No action was taken. Agenda Item No. 11 - Adjourn. Mayor Halter adjourned the meeting. ATTEST: Dian Jones, Cit~Secretary Ga~y H'~[-t~e'r, Mayor 003R23 ; February 19, 1983 Linda Grayer 6~5 Banks Street College Station, Texas 77840 Members of the City Council The Liquor Control Board Mr. Lowell Denton, City Attorney Chief Byrd, Chief of Police City of College Station College Station, Texas 77840 RE: In Opposition to the Reopening of '606 Tarrow Street the Former Banks Place at Dear Sirs: This letter and petition is in reference to the reopening of the former Mrs. Ethel Banks business located at 606 Tarrow Street which has been closed for approximately one year due to two deaths occurring within a two month period. The citizens of this community feel that this place should not be allowed to reopen as a night club and bar. We are very uncomfort- able with the surroundings due to the aforementioned incidents. A list of the reasons that this place should not be allowed to reopen follows: 1. Feel unsafe due to the two deaths in the community; 2. Too close to residential areas; 3. Invasion of privacy; 4. Frequently occurring loud noises and disturbances, causing apprehension; 5. Customers' use of profane,vulgar, and obscene language~ 6. Misuse of public restrooms. It has been witnessed that customers use the restroom on the outside in public view; 7. Parking of privately owned vehicles in the neighbors' yards and in front of their homes; 8. On Sunday morning, when the place is closed, we have to contend with the people in the applicant's yard, and with the noise, foul language, and drinking; 9. Recently, on Banks Street, the applicant shot Glen Ray and left him lying in the street. Sharing the same views and opinions are those persons who have affixed 'their signitures with mine and are incorporated herein on the reverse side of this appeal. Yours t~uly, Linda Grayer 605 Banks Street 003830 A GUEST REGISTER REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1983 7:00 P.M. 2. 18 3. 19 24 26. 13. 29. 14. 30. 15. 31. 16. 32. 003826 ..4