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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/27/1988 - Regular Minutes City Council MINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1988 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Pro-rem Brown, Councilmembers McIlhaney, Gardner, Schneider, Haddox, Birdwell STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Woody, City Secretary Jones, City Attorney Locke, Assistant to the City Manager Piwonka, Public Services Director Miller, Police Chief StroDe, Deputy Finance Director Schroeder, Director of Capital Improvements Ash, Assistant City Engineer Smith, Community Devel- opment Director Fette, Assistant PARD Director Cisneros, Director of Plan- ning Callaway, Purchasing Agent McCartney, Public Information Officer Calliham, Council Coordinator Hooks STUDENT GOV'T LIAISON: Shannon Maloney VISITORS PRESENT: See guest register. Mayor Pro-rem Brown presided over the meeting. Boy Scout Troop #802 to the meeting. He introduced ~.enda Item No. ! - Comments from Mr. Frank Fields~ President 9~_~h~.~9~.~!~Y Restaurant Association. Mr. Frank Fields, President of the Brazos Valley Restaurant Association thanked the Council for the opportunity to provide this evening's meal served by the membership of the associa- tion. He pointed out that October is "Texas Restaurant Month". Mr. Brown commented that the meal was wonderful. Agenda Item No. 2 - Signing of a proclamation desi~n~n_g November..6-1~_ ~88 ~s "Hp~l~hy. Bahy Week". Mrs. Marci Ullman, Chairperson of Healthy Baby Week, came forward to accept the proclamation signed by Mayor Pro-rem Fred Brown. ~genda Item No. 3 - Signing of a proclamation designating October 24-30~__~988 as "National Drug~ee America Week". Mr. David Branham, Chairman of the War on Drugs Committee, accepted the joint proclamation. He pointed out several City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, 1988 problems in regard to drug related crimes, and the purpose of the War on Drugs Committee. Agenda Item No. 4 - Approval of the minutes of the Workshop Meeting, October 12~ 1988, the Regular Meeting, October 13L 1988L_~D~_.~he_~Q~D$ Council Meeting, September 26, ~988. Councilman Gardner corrected page 3, of the workshop minutes, under Agenda Item No. 4. In the second paragraph he added "No. 5 - Recall Provision." Councilman Gardner moved approval of the minutes as corrected. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 6-0. Agenda Item No. 5 - CONSENT AGENDA. - Renewal of Annual Maintenance/Blanket P.O. Contracts (U.S. Post Office, NCR Corporation, GTE) - BIDS: #89-! - Self Propelled Vibratory Soil Compactor #89-2 - High Compaction Collection Cab and Chassis #89-3 - High Compaction Refuse Collection Body The above items were approved by common consent. Agenda Item No. 6 - Consideration of adoR_~!B~_~be Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Report and Plan (Council Director of Planning Callaway came forward to explain that the study has been conducted and recommendations have been presented to the Council at the workshop meeting by the con- sultant, J.T. Dunkin and Associates. Councilman Gardner commented that this project is a great opportunity for the City and the private sector. The Corridor will provide a great feature for many people to enjoy. Councilman Haddox remarked that he is glad to be involved in the project and he has heard only good things about it. Councilman Haddox moved to approve the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Report and Plan. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion. Councilman Birdwell asked that discussion be held regarding the financial commitment in the plan. He addressed the cost esti- mates for the core area and beginning phase of the project. He addressed the budgets of parks maintenance and debt service. He stated that this is a great plan, but he is concerned that the City may not be able to afford it. He feels a bond issue should go before the people so they could decide if they would want to pay taxes to support this project. Therefore. he will vote against the project at this time. 069 8 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, i988 Councilman Haddox explained how the money can be derived from different factors. He emphasized how important this project will be to the community. Councilman McIlhaney pointed out that the major reason this concept was ever conceived was because of drainage problems and erosion which exist at the Corridor. She stated that funds will need to be expended to address the drainage problem at a later time. Councilman Gardner expressed his concern that the Council should take the first step and adopt this plan. Councilman Schneider commented that it is extremely important that we set the tone for this kind of development. Further discussion continued. The motion to approve the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Report passed by a vote of 5-1, Councilman Birdwell voting against. Agenda Item No. 7 - Consideration of a resolution authQri~$~N Scott and White ~Q_~efinance health facilities corporation bonds. City Attorney Locke introduced this item. Mr. Jerry Pickle, in house legal counsel for Scott and White, has requested that the City of College Station authorize the refinancing of bonds for the facility located on University Drive. Mr. Pickle addressed the Council. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of a resolution authorizing Scott and White to refinance health facilities corporation bonds. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimous- ly, 6-0. Agenda Item No. 8 - Consideration of th~.Emerald_~pN~ark Site Plan. PARD Director Beachy came forward to address the Council. He stated that the Council heard a presentation on the site plan at their workshop meeting. Staff provided the Council with a drawing showing the Sandstone Park Site in its relation to the Emerald Forest Park Site. Mr. Beachy mentioned that the Sandstone Park Site is totally undeveloped and there are no trees on the property. , 969 9 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, 1988 Councilman Birdwell made a motion to direct staff to study the Emerald Forest Park site plan further. Councilman Birdwell stated three points: 1) off-street parking should be provided; 2) an open area should be cleared to provide a neighborhood playground; and 3) preference given to gravel walks rather than concrete walks. Councilman Gardner asked if there is a long range parks plan. Mr. Beachy replied that the parks plan appears in the City's Long Range Plan, but a long range parks plan does not currently exist. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion with the stipulation that the Planning and Zoning Commission also hear the parks development plan. Mr. Beachy responded to Councilman Birdwell's concerns. He stated that generally, hearings have been conducted through the Parks and Recreation Board, and recommendations brought to the Council. Councilman Haddox commented that he has heard from different persons who live in Emerald Forest who indicated their support for the plan. Councilman McIlhaney remarked that Sandstone Park is not far from Emerald Forest Park and it is perfect for practice fields. Discussion followed regarding the distance between Sandstone Park and Emerald Forest Park. The motion failed by a 2-4 vote. FOR: Councilmen Birdwell and Gardner. AGAINST: Mayor Pro-tem Brown, Councilmen McIlhaney, Schneider, and Haddox. Councilman McIlhaney moved to approve the Emerald Forest Park Site Plan. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried by a vote of 4-2. FOR: Mayor Pro-rem Brown, Councilmen Haddox, McIlhaney, and Schneider. AGAINST: Councilmen Gardner and Birdwell Councilman McIlhaney moved to direct the staff to research cost estimates for temporary development at Sandstone Park for practice fields and bring this information back to the Council in one month. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 6-0. Mr. David Fisher, 2007 Pebble Stone, College Station addressed the Council. He urged the Council to consider allowing open play areas for the residents of Emerald Forest. 006950 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, 1988 5 Agenda Item No. 9 - Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the joint landfill study cost sharing ~greement between the cities of_Bryan, College Station~ Brazos ~9~D~L__and Texas A&M University. (CouDcil Issue No. 14) City Attorney Locke stated that on June 9th, the Council authorized McDow Engineering, Inc., to perform a landfill study. She noted that the two cities will each pay one-third of the cost, the University and the Council will each pay one- third. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of the motion to approve Resolution No. 10-27-88-09 authorizing the Mayor to execute the joint landfill study cost sharing agreement. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 6-0. Agenda Item No. l0 - Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to make_~_p_plication to the Texas Department of Commerce for participation in the Tx. Rental Rehabilitation Program_~__!in the amount of ~QQ,000 (council Issues No~_.~ and _2.~) CD Director Fette explained that the objective of the program participation is to provide technical and financial assistance to income property owners to make cost-effective repairs to substandard rental property. Councilman Birdwell inquired about the statement in the agreement which refers to "no existing debt on the property." Mr. Fette replied that this term relates to the staff's means of prioritizing applications in the event a large number are received at the same time. Councilman Blrdwell expressed his concern that all rental income must pay all debt service, taxes, and provide a reason- able return to the owner. He also stated that there is one rental area in the city around Jersey, Welsh, Guernsey which does not receive much attention. Mr. Fette replied that staff can establish borders and survey residents within the neigh- borhoods which may qualify. Councilman Schneider agreed that a study is needed. Councilman Mcllhaney moved to approve Resolution No. 10-27-88- 10 authorizing the Mayor to make application to the Texas Dept. of Commerce for participation in the Texas Rental Rehabilita- tion Program in the amount of $100,000. e, 0695 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, 1988 Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 6-0. Agenda Item No. ll - Consideration of a resolution authorizinq the renewal contract between the City of College Station and Dr. Richard Herron to act as Medical Director for the E~9~eA~Y ~9~_.~erMt_~_. Ambulance Supervisor, Mr. Bill Schaer, addressed the Council. He stated that the Tx. Department of Health requires the City to contract with a physician to act as a medical director in the operation of the advanced paramedic service. This contract has been in existence for the past two years. Councilman Haddox moved approval of Resolution No. 10-27-88-11 authorizing the renewal contract between the City of College Station and Dr. Richard Herron in the amount of $6,000. Councilman Birdwell seconded the motion which carried by a vote of 5-0-1. Councilman McIlhaney abstained. Agenda Item No. 12 - Consideration of a request for over~!~ participation for the construction of Marsh Boulevard and ~DearmDD__.D_~lv_e_.3D_~b~_~9~ Centroid Ranch Subdivision. C~_#G-$3-84-O~_. Assistant City Engineer Mark Smith explained that construction of Spearman and Marsh Boulevard has been completed and accepted by the City. The developer has requested that the City par- ticipate in oversize streets over 70' width and is requesting reimbursement for the difference in cost between the 47' wide streets and 56' wide streets. Councilman Birdwell asked if the city asked the developer to construct oversize streets. Mr. Smith replied that the developer's preliminary master plat complied with the city's thoroughfare plan which is part of the Plan 2000. Mr. W.D. Fitch came forward to address the Council. He commented on several major streets in College Station. He pointed out that this size street may seem large at this time, but there will be development in the area to constitute building such a street at the beginning. Mr. Fitch confirmed that he submitted a plan with 47' wide street and the city asked him to build a 56' wide street. Discussion continued. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of the request of oversize participation for the construction of Marsh Boulevard and Spearman Drive in the Texas Centroid Ranch Subdivision in the amount of $73,372.00, CIP #G-83-84-05. 96952 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, October 27, 1988 Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unan- imously, 6-0. Agenda Item No. 13 - Hear Visitors. No one came forward. Agenda Item No. 14 - Closed session to discuss leqak~e_Dort [6252- 17 ( 2_)Jr_ )_.. The Council did not go into closed session. A~enda Item No. 15 - Action on closed session. No action was taken. A~enda Item No. 16 - Adjourn. Before adjournment, Mayor Pro-rem Brown announced that the staff has asked that the Council meet on Wednesday, Nov. 9th at 12:00 noon to discuss the issue of tax increment financing with the County Commissioners and School District Board members. The Council concurred. The Council agreed not to hold a workshop meeting on Wednesday, November 23rd and a regular meeting on Thursday, November 24th due to the Thanksgiving Holidays. The Council agreed to meet on Monday, November 21st at 5:30 p.m. with the Economic Development Foundation to hear a progress report. Mayor Pro-tem Brown stated that the Amtrak Inaugural Run will be November 14th. He reminded the Council that one workshop meeting. December 7th and one regular meeting, December 8th will be held. The Council adjourned at 8:35 p.m. ATTEST: 6ity Se~et~ry Dian Jones APPROVED: Mayor n9695. GUEST REGISTER City Council Regular Meeting Thurdsday, October 27, 1988 7:00 P.M. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 006965