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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/18/2009 - Regular Agenda Packet - City CouncilMayor Councilmembers Ben White John Crompton Mayor Pro Tem James Massey Lynn McIlhaney Dennis Maloney City Manager Lawrence Stewart Glenn Brown David Ruesink Agenda College Station City Council Regular Meeting Monday, May 18, 2009 at 7:00 PM City Hall Council Chamber, 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 1. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, Consider absence request. Presentation of Ellis & Associates' Gold International Aquatic Safety Award. Recognition of Lifetime Achievement for Aquatic Excellence for Aquatics Supervisor Vera Vowell Solis. Presentation of Vintage Street Signs to the City Council from the Historic Preservation Committee. Hear Visitors: A citizen may address the City Council on any item which does not appear on the posted Agenda. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. This form should be completed and delivered to the City Secretary by 6:30 pm. Please limit remarks to three minutes. A timer alarm will sound after 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining to conclude your remarks. The City Council will receive the information, ask staff to look into the matter, or place the issue on a future agenda. Topics of operational concerns shall be directed to the City Manager. Consent Agenda Individuals who wish to address the City Council on a consent or regular agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s reading of the agenda item. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. The Mayor will recognize individuals who wish to come forward to speak for or against the item. The speaker will state their name and address for the record and allowed three minutes. A timer will sound at 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining for remarks. 2. Presentation, possible action and discussion of consent agenda items which consists of ministerial or "housekeeping" items required by law. Items may be removed from the consent agenda by majority vote of the Council. a. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the authorization for the Mayor to execute the renewal of two utility easements located on the Texas A&M University System property. b. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures, not to exceed $100,000, with proceeds from debt for the Birmingham Road and Longmire Drive intersection improvements project. c. Presentation, possible action and discussion on a resolution for an Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between the City of College Station and the State of Texas for the Discovery Drive Extension project. 1 City Council Regular Meeting Page 2 Monday, May 18, 2009 On Behalf of the Citizens of College Station, Home of Texas A&M University, We will continue to Promote and Advance the Community’s Quality of Life d. Presentation, possible action, and discussion to approve a Change Order for the College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project Design Contract. e. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a resolution approving a construction contract with H&B Construction, in the amount of $84,612.62 for street lighting installations on Harvey Mitchell Parkway (F.M. 2818) from Texas Ave to Longmire and from Holleman to Luther and approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. f. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the adoption of an amendment for the Code of Ordinances Chapter 8 Sections 4- 8, amending The Emergency Management Plan, and Section 12, renumbering the Reserve Police Force, and the approval of a resolution adopting the Basic Emergency Management Plan. g. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the approval of a resolution accepting from the Office of Domestic Preparedness of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration for funding from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program in the amount of $686,732 and agreeing to provide the local match of $171,683. h. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on consideration of an ordinance amendment to Ch. 15: Impact Fees which would update land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and the imposition of updated water and wastewater impact fees in Steeplechase-Wellborn Sewer Impact Fee Service Areas 03-02. i. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding a resolution approving a Municipal Maintenance Agreement with the State of Texas for the maintenance, control, supervision and regulation of certain State Highways and/or portions of State Highways in the City of College Station. j. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the second renewal of an annual contract for the purchase of water meters from Badger Meter, Inc. for the estimated cost of $131,880. k. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding rejection of the low bid (because the internal chambers are not large enough to meet specifications) and approval of the water meter purchase contract with Badger Meter, Inc in the amount of $241,361.90. l. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Change Order No. 6 to the construction contract (Contract No. 08-044) with JaCody, Inc. in the amount of $29,961.76 for the CSU Meeting & Training Facility. m. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a change order to the professional services contract with Mitchell & Morgan, L.L.P. for the Koppe Bridge Lift Station Project in an amount not to exceed $62,635.00. n. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a resolution awarding a professional services contract for the design of the Victoria Avenue Project to Bleyl & Associates in an amount not to exceed $272,000.00, and approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. 2 City Council Regular Meeting Page 3 Monday, May 18, 2009 On Behalf of the Citizens of College Station, Home of Texas A&M University, We will continue to Promote and Advance the Community’s Quality of Life o. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a change order to Contract 09-024 with Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. in the amount of $13,902, for the design of the Well 8 Collection Line. p. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding action to ratify a change order for Construction Contract 08-116 with Acklam Construction for the construction of the Memorial Cemetery and the Aggie Field of Honor Project GG-9905 in the amount of $64,164.02. q. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of the Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System (BVWACS) Operating Budget for FY 09 and authorizing the City’s quarterly payments of $15,719.52 for an annual total of $62,878.08. r. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a resolution for the Click It or Ticket Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant contract for the fiscal year 2009. s. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance repealing and terminating the Northgate Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ #16). t. Presentation, possible action, and discussion authorizing the payment of Retention and Expansion and Payroll Grants in a total amount of $45,000 to Reynolds and Reynolds, Inc. u. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a termination amendment to an existing Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas Department of Transportation for the State Highway 30 Widening Project , and a Resolution of the City Council of College Station, Texas, approving a new Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the City of Bryan, to design and construct additional lanes on State Highway 30 from 4.20 miles west of F.M. 244 to 4.63 miles west of F.M. 244 and adjacent to the BVSWMA Twin Oaks Landfill site for the purpose of providing safe ingress and egress from said facility in an amount not to exceed $656,750. v. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding rejection of the bid received in response to RFP #09-36 for the sale of City property at 1124 Carolina. w. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of approval of a resolution authorizing the City Council to order a municipal runoff election to be held on June 13, 2009 for the purpose of electing a councilmember to City Council Place 4, and providing for the Mayor to sign the notice of election designating the hours and polling place locations. Regular Agenda Individuals who wish to address the City Council on a regular agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s reading of the agenda item. The Mayor will recognize you to come forward to speak for or against the item. The speaker will state their name and address for the record and allowed three minutes. A timer will sound at 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining for remarks. Individuals who wish to address the City Council on an item posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor’s announcement to open the public hearing. The Mayor will recognize individuals who wish to come forward to speak for or against the item. The speaker will state their name and 3 City Council Regular Meeting Page 4 Monday, May 18, 2009 On Behalf of the Citizens of College Station, Home of Texas A&M University, We will continue to Promote and Advance the Community’s Quality of Life address for the record and allowed three minutes. A timer alarm will sound at 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining to conclude remarks. After a public hearing is closed, there shall be no additional public comments. If Council needs additional information from the general public, some limited comments may be allowed at the discretion of the Mayor. If an individual does not wish to address the City Council, but still wishes to be recorded in the official minutes as being in support or opposition to an agenda item, the individual may complete the registration form provided in the lobby by providing the name, address, and comments about a city related subject. These comments will be referred to the City Council and City Manager. 1. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Single-Family Residential, Medium Density and Floodplain to Planned Development for 14.27 acres located at 2429 Earl Rudder Freeway South north of the intersection of State Highway 6 Frontage Road and Raintree Drive. 2. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment of Chapter 12, Unified Development Ordinance, Section 4.2, Official Zoning Map, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning 3.38 acres from A-O, Agricultural-Open, to R-1, Single- Family Residential at 5400 St. Andrews Drive and more generally located in the Pebble Creek Subdivision. 3. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment to Chapter 12, the Unified Development Ordinance, Section 7.4.E "Exempt Signs," Section 7.4.X "Signs for Permitted Non-residential Uses in Residential or Agricultural Districts" and Section 11.2 "Defined Terms", of the Code of Ordinances. 4. Presentation, possible action, and discussion for a resolution to recommend Dave Coleman, Water Services Department Director, to fill a vacant Municipal representative position as a voting member on the Region G Water Planning Group. 5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion authorizing payment from the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) Fund for payment to the City of Bryan for FY08/FY09 Compost Facility losses in the amount of $356,871. 6. Adjourn. If litigation issues arise to the posted subject matter of this Council Meeting an executive session will be held. APPROVED: ________________________________ City Manager Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas will be held on the Monday, May 18, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas. The following subjects will be discussed, to wit: See Agenda. 4 City Council Regular Meeting Page 5 Monday, May 18, 2009 On Behalf of the Citizens of College Station, Home of Texas A&M University, We will continue to Promote and Advance the Community’s Quality of Life Posted this 15th day of May, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. E-Signed by Connie Hooks VERIFY authenticity with ApproveIt ________________________________ City Secretary I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of College Station, Texas, is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that I posted a true and correct copy of said notice on the bulletin board at City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, in College Station, Texas, and the City’s website, www.cstx.gov . The Agenda and Notice are readily accessible to the general public at all times. Said Notice and Agenda were posted on May 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours proceeding the scheduled time of said meeting. This public notice was removed from the official posting board at the College Station City Hall on the following date and time: __________________________ by ________________________. Dated this _____day of ________________, 2009 By______________________________________ Subscribed and sworn to before me on this the _____day of ________________, 2009. ______________________________ Notary Public – Brazos County, Texas My commission expires: ___________ The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive service must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call (979) 764-3517 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2989. Agendas may be viewed on www.cstx.gov . Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Access Channel 19. 5 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2a Texas A&M University Systems Easement Renewal To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Massey, Director of College Station Electric Utility Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the authorization for the Mayor to execute the renewal of two utility easements located on the Texas A&M University System property. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends Council authorize the Mayor to sign the easement document. Summary: Easement locations are Luther Street for TAMU No. 1 Oil Well and University Dr for Texas A&M University Service Center, Building 3400. These easements cover existing electric distribution lines. Section 85.26 of the Texas Education Code, limits Texas A&M University to the grant of an easement for not more than 10 years after which time the Board may renew the easement. Texas A&M has requested the renewal of the listed easements. Budget & Financial Summary: NA Attachments: 1. Easement Oil Well No. 1 Luther St (available in City Secretary’s Office) 2. Easement Building 3400 TAMU Service Center (available in City Secretary’s Office) 6 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2b Debt Reimbursement Resolution for Birmingham Road and Longmire Drive Intersection Improvements Project To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Jeff Kersten, Chief Financial Officer Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures, not to exceed $100,000, with proceeds from debt for the Birmingham Road and Longmire Drive intersection improvements project. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. Summary: It is anticipated that General Obligation long term debt will be issued for this project. On projects for which the expenditures will occur prior to the debt issue, a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt must be adopted within 60 days of expenditure on the project. The resolution is typically adopted at the time the contract is awarded, but as the purchases for this project will be made through a blanket concrete purchase order that was approved by Council on October 6, 2008, this resolution is being brought forward separately. Budget & Financial Summary: The “Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt” is necessary for this item because a portion of the long term debt has not been issued for the project. This long term debt, not to exceed $100,000, is scheduled to be issued later this fiscal year. Attachments: 1. Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt 7 8 9 10 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2c Discovery Drive Extension Project Advanced Funding Agreement To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion on a resolution for an Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between the City of College Station and the State of Texas for the Discovery Drive Extension project. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the resolution. Summary: The project will require the City of College Station to work within the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) right-of-way at the intersection of Discovery Drive and Raymond Stotzer Parkway (FM 60). TXDOT requires an AFA for any roadway connection or roadway work performed within TXDOT right-of-way. The City of College Station is paying $2,000,000 toward the design and construction of the Discovery Drive project. As requested by Texas A&M University, the project has been divided into two phase. The first construction package will include modifications to the signal at Discovery Drive and Raymond Stotzer and the construction of Discovery Drive to the TIPS Building. The second phase will potentially include a new traffic signal at the Raymond Stotzer and the Large Animal Clinic and new sidewalks from Agronomy to Discovery Drive. Budget & Financial Summary: There are no payments to TXDOT associated with this AFA. The current project budget for the Discovery Drive Extension in the amount of $2,000,000 is for design and construction. $392,357 has been expended or committed to date, leaving a balance of $1,607,643. Attachments: 1. AFA 2. Location map 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2d College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project Change Order No. 3 to Contract 05-147 To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion to approve a Change Order for the College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project Design Contract. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the Change Order No. 3 to Contract 05-147 with Goodwin-Lasiter, Inc. for design services to expand curb & gutter replacement and milling and overlaying of streets related to the College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $36,000.00. Summary: The College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project will bring street and utility upgrades to one of the oldest neighborhoods in the City of College Station. At the April 9, 2009 Council meeting, Council was presented with a proposed plan to use remaining streets funds in the project budget to expand the curb & gutter replacement and street milling and overlaying program to include areas that were not originally included in the project when bids were solicited for construction. This change order will allow the engineer to conduct survey and other related work to provide the City with needed material quantity estimates so that negotiations for the added work may be made with the contractor. Budget & Financial Summary: The current budget for the College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project is $5,843,045. Funds in the amount of $4,696,109 have been expended or committed to date, leaving a balance of $1,146,936. The original engineering contract amount was $433,600.00 and Change Order No.1 added an additional $6,600.00. Change Order No. 2 added an additional $32,500.00. Change Order No. 3 will increase the contract by $36,000.00 for a revised total of $508,700.00. Attachments: 1. Change Order No. 3 2. Location Map of the College Park-Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project. 21 22 v en S t T Hig hla n d St F i d e l i t y S t D e t G e o r g C G r o v e S t M ary e m St S uffolk A v eBurt S t Ti m b er St H a wthorn g h D r Dexter Dr L u t h e r S t R u s s e l l S t N e w t o n R d T o w n p l P a r k P l a c e P a r k P l a c e Windin g R F airvie w A v e A yrs hire St M o ntclair A v e H ereford St T h o m a s S t Dexter Dr WOld J e r s e y S t G u e r n s e y S t B e l l S t W els h A v e P a r k P l a c e J College Park/Breezy Heights Rehabilitation Project Location Map 23 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2e Harvey Mitchell Parkway (2818) Street Lighting From Texas Ave to Longmire and from Holleman to Luther and a Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Massey, Director of Department of Electric Utility Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and regarding a resolution approving a construction contract with H&B Construction, in the amount of $84,612.62 for street lighting installations on Harvey Mitchell Parkway (F.M. 2818) from Texas Ave to Longmire and from Holleman to Luther and approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends award to the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications, H&B Construction and recommends approval of the resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. Summary: This contract (Contract 09-105) is for the installation of street lighting on Harvey Mitchell Parkway (F.M. 2818) from Texas Ave to Longmire and from Holleman to Luther. There will be a total of 42 street light poles and fixtures installed on the project. Sealed competitive bids were received with nine (9) bidders responding to the bid with H&B Construction being the lowest bid meeting specification. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds are budgeted for this project in the City of College Station’s Electric Utility Capital Improvement Projects Budget. The “Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt” is necessary for this item because the long term debt has not been issued for the project. This debt is scheduled to be issued later this fiscal year. Attachments: 1. Resolution 2. Bid Tabulation 3. Project Location Map 4. Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt 24 25 Ci t y o f C o l l e g e S t a t i o n - P u r c h a s i n g D e p a r t m e n t Bi d T a b u l a t i o n f o r # 0 9 - 2 2 "S t r e e t l i g h t i n g " Op e n D a t e : W e d n e s d a y , M a r c h 2 5 , 2 0 0 9 @ 2 : 0 0 p . m . Ba y e r C o n s t r u c t i o n El e c t r i c a l Co n t r a c t o r s , I n c . H& B Co n s t r u c t i o n , L t d . Hi g h w a y In t e l l i g e n t Tr a f f i c S y s t e m s , Co r p . Ma s T e c N o r t h Am e r i c a , I n c . Pike Energy Solutions R e p u b l i c I T S Quanta Utility Services, LLCTLT Construction Company, Inc. U . S . 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Recommendation(s): Staff recommends acceptance of the resolution and amended ordinance. Summary: The legislature of the State of Texas passed the Texas Disaster Act of 1975, Codified as Chapter 418 of the Texas Government Code; and providing for an emergency management system embodying all aspects of pre-disaster preparedness and post-disaster response. The Emergency Management Plan was established by City Ordinance No. 1585, dated April 11, 1985 and amended May 18, 2009 to provide a consistent approach to the effective management of situations involving natural disasters, man-made disasters or terrorism. The Resolution and Basic Emergency Management Plan is an on-going program for indentifying and recommending the implementation of measures which would tend to prevent the occurrence or reduce the impact of such hazards if a disaster did occur. The Basic Emergency Management Plan is on file with the City Secretary. It is our responsibility to protect public health and safety and preserve property from the effects of hazardous events. We have the primary role in identifying and mitigating hazards, preparing for and responding to, and managing the recovery from emergency situations that affect our community. The Reserve Police Force section is renumbered and moved to section 12. The substance remained the same for this section. Budget & Financial Summary: None Attachments: Amended Chapter 8 “Personnel” Sections 4–8 and 12 Ordinance No._______ Resolution Number________ 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2g Homeland Security Program Grant To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Robert Alley, Fire Chief Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the approval of a resolution accepting from the Office of Domestic Preparedness of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration for funding from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program in the amount of $686,732 and agreeing to provide the local match of $171,683. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the application and acceptance of the grant if awarded from the Office of Domestic Preparedness and recommends the City Council to authorize and designate the Fire Chief or their designee, to sign agreements with the Office of Domestic Preparedness for these grants on behalf of the City of College Station. Summary: The City of College Station has prepared a Grant Application in accordance with the requirements of the Office of Domestic Preparedness who is responsible to administer the grant funds under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, 44 CFR Part 152, for the purpose of making funds available for local projects that qualify under the list of eligible categories. The City of College Station desires to apply for (2) Assistance to Firefighters Grants during this current application period which ends on May 20, 2009. One Grant request is for the purchase of a full size Hazardous Materials Response vehicle. This vehicle will replace a small pick-up truck and undersized trailer that is currently being used. The second Grant request is for the purchasing and upgrading of our fire department self contained breathing apparatus which do not currently meet the new requirements and standards as outlined in NFPA 1981 on Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. Budget & Financial Summary: This is an equipment grant request and the City of College Station is required to provide matching funds in the amount of $108,000 for the Haz-mat response vehicle and $63,683 for the SCBA upgrades and replacements. If the Grant request is approved there will be additional funds requested in future budgets for O&M for the vehicle and SCBA equipment obtained from the Grant. Attachments: Homeland Security Application on file in City Secretary’s office Resolution 39 40 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2h Update of Steeplechase-Wellborn Sewer Impact Fee Area 03-02 To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Mark Smith, Director of Public Works Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on consideration of an ordinance amendment to Ch. 15: Impact Fees which would update land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and the imposition of updated water and wastewater impact fees in Steeplechase-Wellborn Sewer Impact Fee Service Areas 03-02. Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission which serves as the Impact Fee Advisory Committee recommended approval of the Report containing the updated land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and the imposition of updated water and wastewater impact fees in Steeplechase-Wellborn Sewer Impact Fee Service Areas 03-02. Staff also recommends approval of the ordinance adopting the update. Summary: A public hearing was conducted at the April 23, 2009 City Council Regular Meeting regarding the proposed land use assumptions, capital improvements plan, and the imposition of updated water and wastewater impact fees in Steeplechase-Wellborn Sewer Impact Fee Service Areas 03-02. This item tonight is to consider the adoption of this update through an ordinance amendment to Ch. 15: Impact Fees. The “Steeplechase Wastewater Impact Fees” Report was prepared by our consultant Rimrock Consulting Company. This report contains the technical data which is the basis for the 2008-2018 fee calculation: land use and planning data, unit usage statistics and capital improvements plan. Actual fee calculation is shown in Section 3.0 of the report, specifically note Tables 3-2. Current fees and proposed maximum fee calculated in the subject report are provided below. 03-02 Steeplechase Wastewater Current Fee* $300.00 Proposed Fee* $357.74 * per Living Unit Equivalent (LUE) A summary of the Wastewater Impact Fees Report is provided in the referenced 5-Year Update Report. Note the above “Proposed Fees” are the maximum fee allowed based on the updated analysis, however Council may chose to enact a fee less than the maximum. Also note that the Planning and Zoning Commission serves as the Impact Fee Advisory Committee as defined by ordinance. As attested to by the Chairman of the planning and Zoning Commission on the attached 5-year Update Report, on February 5, 2009 the Advisory Committee unanimously recommended the report be forwarded to City Council and supported the information in the report to update the impact fees. Budget & Financial Summary: This update report justifies the maximum impact fee for Service Area 03-02 to be increased to $357.74/LUE from the current fee of $300.00/LUE. By state law the fees cannot be greater than the proposed fee. The future revenue possible to be recovered if the maximum fee is adopted is $942,644.90, assuming 2,838 LUEs at full build-out less the 203 LUEs existing. This would increase the recovery $152,144.90 from the current fee. To date only $7,216.03 has been collected. Attachments: 1. Ordinance 2. Steeplechase Wastewater Impact Fees Report (Available at City Engineer’s Office) 3. 5-Year Update Report Memo – 03-02 Steeplechase Wastewater Impact Fee 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2i TxDOT Maintenance Agreement To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Mark Smith, Director of Public Works Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding a resolution approving a Municipal Maintenance Agreement with the State of Texas for the maintenance, control, supervision and regulation of certain State Highways and/or portions of State Highways in the City of College Station. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends that Council approve the resolution approving the maintenance agreement authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreement. Summary: This maintenance agreement describes both the City’s and the State’s responsibilities for the maintenance of each of the State Highways within the City of College Station. The highways are divided into “controlled access” and “non-controlled access” highways. The controlled access highway is SH 6 (Earl Rudder Freeway). All of the other State Highways are classified as non-controlled access highways. The agreement is renewed every 3 years. This agreement is the same as the last except that SH 40 (William D. Fitch) is added to the inventory of non-controlled access highways. Budget & Financial Summary: The largest financial impact of this agreement is in the area of right-of-way mowing. The Street & Drainage Maintenance division’s right-of-way mowing operation covered approximately 4,693 curb miles in FY 2008 at a cost of just under $100,000. The addition of SH 40 will increase that to 5,500 curb miles each year bringing the annual cost to $116,000. Attachments: 1. Resolution 2. Maintenance Agreement 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2j Annual Water Meter Purchase Contract Renewal To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Coleman, Director of Water Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the second renewal of an annual contract for the purchase of water meters from Badger Meter, Inc. for the estimated cost of $131,880. Recommendation: Staff recommends approval. Summary: Badger Meter, Inc. has agreed to renew the original bid’s terms and conditions. This is the second annual renewal term of three possible renewals, and staff recommends continuing to purchase meters from this manufacturer based on the reasonable price and the exceptional quality of the product. The estimated contract cost of $131,880 is based on the expected number and type of water meters that will need to be purchased over the course of the next year, and actual cost will depend on those quantities. Please note, this is one of two items on this agenda for purchase of water meters. This item will renew the annual contract to purchase water meters as needed over the course of the year, and the other item is requesting approval of a contract to purchase 4,000 meters all at once, for the water meter replacement program. The annual contract existed before the water meter replacement program was initiated, and the two are kept separate for accounting purposes. Also, if the replacement program was terminated, this annual contract would still be required. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds for this item are budgeted in the Water Capital Improvement Projects Fund. Attachments: Renewal letter 67 68 69 70 71 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2k Water Meter Replacement Program Purchase Contract To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Coleman, Director of Water Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding rejection of the low bid (because the internal chambers are not large enough to meet specifications) and approval of the water meter purchase contract with Badger Meter, Inc in the amount of $241,361.90. Recommendation: Staff recommends rejection of the low bid and approval of the contract with Badger, because the latter will provide a water meter with a larger chamber that meets specifications. Summary: The Water Meter Replacement Program was approved by City Council last year, in order to replace water meters on a seven year cycle and reduce “unbilled” water. Due to the City’s high water pressure, water meters will typically begin to underestimate water usage after seven years, which reduces revenue to the Water Fund. This purchase contract will initiate the second year of the water meter replacement program, which replaces 4,000 meters per year and is estimated to pay back the investment many times over. As shown on Bid Tab #09-58, Badger Meter was the second low bidder at $241,361.90. The lowest bidder was HD Supply Waterworks at $238,055.00. However their meter, Neptune, did not meet the product specifications set forth in the bid package. The specifications in the bid package constitute the terms of the contract and must be met. Specifically, the Neptune meters internal chambers were not large enough to meet the specification, and this is critical to achieve smooth water flow through the meter for accurate readings and a longer service life. Also, the Neptune touch pads are not compatible with the touch readers used by our meter readers. Therefore, staff is recommending rejection of the low bid, and award to the second lowest responsible bidder based on previous product experience and Badger Meter’s adherence to strict bid specifications and quality standards. Please note, this is one of two items on this agenda for purchase of water meters. This item will purchase 4,000 meters all at once, and the other item is requesting approval of the annual contract for purchasing water meters as needed over the course of the year. The annual contract existed before the water meter replacement program was initiated, and the two are kept separate for accounting purposes. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds for the Water Meter Replacement program are budgeted in the Water Capital Improvement Projects Fund. Attachments: Bid Tab 72 ITB 09-58 Purchase of Water Meters Open Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 @ 2:00 Item No. Qty (Estimate)UOM Description Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount Unit Price Bid Amount 1 2000 EA 5/8" x 3/4" WATER METER 38.43$ 76,860.00$ 36.55$ 73,100.00$ 38.40$ 76,800.00$ 33.60$ 67,200.00$ 35.28$ 70,560.00$ 32.50$ 65,000.00$ 45.00$ 90,000.00$ 2 400 EA 1" WATER METER 85.45$ 34,180.00$ 82.55$ 33,020.00$ No Bid -$ 83.15$ 33,260.00$ 82.00$ 32,800.00$ 85.26$ 34,104.00$ 101.50$ 40,600.00$ 3 200 EA 1-1/2" WATER METER 246.84$ 49,368.00$ 185.59$ 37,118.00$ 192.00$ 38,400.00$ 229.00$ 45,800.00$ 189.00$ 37,800.00$ 307.00$ 61,400.00$ 230.00$ 46,000.00$ 4 150 EA 2" WATER METER 363.94$ 54,591.00$ 246.75$ 37,012.50$ 292.00$ 43,800.00$ 289.00$ 43,350.00$ 268.00$ 40,200.00$ 377.00$ 56,550.00$ 316.00$ 47,400.00$ 5 10 EA 2" COMPOUND WATER METER TR/PL 1,225.83$ 12,258.30$ 1,033.25$ 10,332.50$ 1,339.00$ 13,390.00$ 1,079.00$ 10,790.00$ 1,050.00$ 10,500.00$ No Bid -$ 1,262.00$ 12,620.00$ 6 200 EA 5/8" x 3/4" WATER METER TR/PL 75.64$ 15,128.00$ 83.32$ 16,664.00$ 80.00$ 16,000.00$ 84.80$ 16,960.00$ 72.00$ 14,400.00$ No Bid -$ 94.00$ 18,800.00$ 7 100 EA 1" WATER METER TR/PL 119.78$ 11,978.00$ 162.28$ 16,228.00$ No Bid -$ 136.60$ 13,660.00$ 146.00$ 14,600.00$ No Bid -$ 150.50$ 15,050.00$ 8 50 EA 1 1/2" WATER METER TR/PL 273.28$ 13,664.00$ 259.09$ 12,954.50$ 253.00$ 12,650.00$ 283.00$ 14,150.00$ 246.50$ 12,325.00$ No Bid -$ 278.50$ 13,925.00$ 9 10 EA 3" HYDRANT METER 383.23$ 3,832.30$ 493.24$ 4,932.40$ No Bid -$ 479.00$ 4,790.00$ 487.00$ 4,870.00$ 463.55$ 4,635.50$ 563.00$ 5,630.00$ GRAND TOTAL 201,040.00$ 249,960.00$ 238,055.00$ 221,689.50$ DELIVERY (Calendar Days) PROMPT PAYMENT DISCOUNT NOTES Aqua Metrics »MFG: Sensus »Bidder submitted an alternate bid for Item No. 5: Sensus C-2 Compound Meter, $866.67 each, Total $8,666.70 Badger Meter, Inc. »MFG: Badger Hersey Meters »MFG: Hersey ACT Pipe and Supply »MFG: Performance Meter, Inc. HD Supply Waterworks »MFG: Neptune Municipal Water Works Supply, LP »MFG: Infinity U.S. Metering and Technology, Inc. »MFG: Elster/AMCO $271,859.60 Hersey Meters (Cleveland, NC) ACT Pipe and Supply (Bryan, TX) HD Supply Waterworks (College Station, TX) $290,025.00 U.S. Metering & Technology, Inc. (Rockdale, TX) Municipal Water Works Supply, LP (Royse City, TX) Aqua Metric (Schertz, TX) 21 7-21 241,361.90$ 21 0% 28 - 30 days Bidder submitted a schedule 35 35 Badger Meter, Inc. (Milwaukee, WI) 30 0%2%0%0%0%0% 73 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2L Change Order No. 6 to the CSU Meeting & Training Facility Construction Contract To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Change Order No. 6 to the construction contract (Contract No. 08-044) with JaCody, Inc. in the amount of $29,961.76 for the CSU Meeting & Training Facility. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 6 to the JaCody, Inc. contract in the amount of $29,961.76. Summary: This change order is for the installation of a firewall that would partition the building into two separate fire areas since the building is not sprinkled. The sprinkler system was part of the original design but later removed in an attempt to bring the project closer to budget, and an additional fire hydrant was installed to address fire coverage. The architect classified the building incorrectly, which impacted the building’s occupancy load. In order to obtain sufficient capacity for each room’s intended use without a sprinkler system, the building had to be broken into separate fire areas. This was achieved by installing 90-minute rated fire doors on the east wing corridor and a 2-hour rated firewall between the lobby and east wing. Fire rated windows will also be installed in the lobby tower. This change order also includes installation of receptacles on the Auditorium tables for data and power to be plugged in on the table tops of each seat instead of below the table. Budget & Financial Summary: This change order is a net change of 1.59% of the original contract amount. Funds in the amount of $2,500,000 are currently budgeted for this project in the Electric Utility Capital Improvement Projects Fund. Funds in the amount of $2,522,767.62 have been expended or committed to date. To cover this overage, in addition to this change order and additional anticipated future final expenses, it is proposed that $75,000 be transferred from funds budgeted in electric distribution capital. These funds were budgeted for the Dowling Road substation, but the budget is available due to delays. The budget for the Dowling Road substation will be included in the FY10 CIP. Attachments: 1.) Change Order #6 2.) Project Location Map 74 75 76 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2m Koppe Bridge Lift Station Design Change Order No. 1 To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a change order to the professional services contract with Mitchell & Morgan, L.L.P. for the Koppe Bridge Lift Station Project in an amount not to exceed $62,635.00. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends Council approval of the change order in an amount not to exceed $62,635.00. Summary: This project provides for the construction of a lift station and force main sanitary sewer from the existing Meadow Creek Package Plant to the Castlegate subdivision. This will allow the Meadow Creek Package Plant to be taken out of service. The initial scope of services included the design of the force main to the Creek Meadow lift station. Due to the lack of capacity in the existing force main from Creek Meadow to Castlegate, the need for additional storage at Creek Meadow, and the lack of outlet capacity at the existing sanitary sewer manhole at Castlegate, a new force main will be designed from Meadow Creek to a connection to a different sanitary sewer manhole at Castlegate. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds in the amount of $400,000 are currently budgeted for this project in the Wastewater Capital Improvement Projects Fund. Funds in the amount of $72,482.84 have been expended or committed, leaving a balance of $327,517.16. It is anticipated; however, that the cost of the construction of the lift station, the length of force main sewer from Meadow Creek to Creek Meadow, and the additional length of force main sewer from Creek Meadow to Castlegate will considerably exceed the amount currently budgeted. The FY10 budget for this project will be proposed at $1,250,000. Attachments: 1. Change Order No. 1 2. Mitchell & Morgan letter 3. Location Map 77 78 MITCHELL --~.._---_._.~.- ~'M MORGAN 20 Api 09 Donald Harmon City of College Station Public Works PO Box 9960 College Station, TX 77842 RE: Change Order to Koppe Bridge Lift Station Proposal Dear Donald, As stated in the original proposal for this project (dated 11/20/08)' Mitchell & Morgan agreed to only submit a change order when a major modification to the original scope was proposed. Based upon the conclusions drawn from the work performed in the Conceptual Phase of this project we have all agreed that a major modification is warranted. Conceptual Phase Conclusions The research performed as pa rt of the Conceptual Phase points to several areas of change, namely; • Additional wet well storage at the Creek Meadow (CM) Lift Station as originally discussed would generate additional maintenance for CoCS utility forces and requires a variance from TCEQ. This option is the least attractive to CoCS utilities representatives. • The CM Lift Station firm pumping capacity (0.70 cfs) is currently much less than the predicted peak flow (2.11 cfs) into the lift station (TCEQ requires firm pumping capacity=peak inflow). To rectify this situation, avoid any TCEQ variance process, as well as accommodate the increased flow that will come from the Meadow Creek (Me) Lift Station, two (2) items that were not originally a nticipated will now need to occur as part of this project: o A parallel Forcemain will be required because the existing force main from CM to Castlegate does not have sufficient capacity for the Creek Meadows Subdivision without a variance, and is therefore not sufficient for the additiona I MC flows. The current CM pumps and Forcemain were originally sized to discharge only that which the downstream gravity system could accommodate. o Because the downstream sanitary sewer gravity system which currently accepts the discharge from the CM Lift Station is not sized to accept the peak flow from the CM Lift Station, a new sewer system which will have capacity will need to be designed and constructed as part of this project. As a result of these conclusions, the following change order scope of services is submitted. 511 UNIVERSITY DRIVE EAST, SUITE 204 • COLLEGE STATION. TX 77840· T 9792606963· F 9792603564 CIVil ENGINEERING • HYDRAULICS ~ HYDROLOGY. UTILITIES· STRHTS • SITE PLANS • SUBDIVISIONS rnfo@mitchellandmorgan.com • www.mltchellandmorgan.com 79 Because we need to extend the topo survey, geotechnical investigation, and environmental assessment, we need to go back into the conceptual phase. I am happy to end the conceptual design with the completion of those components. I have revised the schedule as shown in Attachment A.1:call me if you need any other changes or wish to discuss this proposal Joel J. itchell, P.E. Part er 80 Exhibit A  Change Order Scope of Services  Additional Services  Preliminary Design  As part of the Preliminary Design, Mitchell & Morgan will add the following work product:  o Sanitary Sewer Study  Mitchell & Morgan will perform a Sanitary Sewer Study for the project.  This study will  check the capacity of all existing major sanitary sewer lines located within the Castlegate  Subdivision, which will ultimately accept the flow from the CM and MC Lift Stations.  All  of these sanitary sewer lines to the 18” sanitary sewer line under SH40 (see attached  graphic) will be included in the study. The available capacity calculations will be based  upon as‐built lengths and slopes obtained from City construction plan records.  No on‐ the‐ground survey to verify flow lines and lengths will be performed.  The sewer sheds  will be defined as all areas which gravity drain to the new sanitary sewer line as well as  to the CM Lift Station and the MC Lift Stations.  All areas which are not currently  developed will be assessed a sanitary sewer flow rate based upon the proposed land use  on the Draft 2009 Comprehensive Plan.  o New Force Main & 12” Gravity Sanitary Sewer Line  Based upon the results of the Sanitary Sewer Study, Mitchell & Morgan will design  improvements necessary to discharge the MC Lift Station to a gravity system.   Preliminary calculations indicate that the existing large gravity sanitary sewer lines  within the Castlegate Subdivision will be adequate to accept this flow.  However, a new  6” force main extension and a new 12” gravity sanitary sewer line will be required from  MC lift station along Green’s Prairie Trail and Green’s Prairie Road and along the  western edge of the Castlegate Subdivision to the western end of Victoria Avenue in the  Castlegate Subdivision.  Based upon these preliminary calculations, Mitchell & Morgan  will add to the original scope of services, the design of approximately 8,050 linear feet  of 6” & 8”  force main and approximately 1,850 linear feet of 12” gravity sanitary sewer  line.  Note that the original scope required only 6,500 l.f. of pipe where the revised  scope contains 14,500 l.f. of pipe.  If the Sanitary Sewer Study shows any different  results that would require additional sewer design/replacement, we will contact the City  immediately before commencing the design of this 6” force main and 12” gravity  sanitary sewer.  81 To complete the design of the force main and sanitary sewer we will need to add  additional survey work for the new line alignment from CM along Greens Prairie Road  Castlegate and along the western boundary of Castlegate to Victoria Avenue.  This  survey work will include all topo and boundary as well as preparation of the necessary  easement documents.  This scope of services does not include title work for the  easements which would identify encumbrances such as blanket easements or other  easements that may have superior rights.  We have assumed that the clearing of  encumbrances on the easement area will be a task performed by the City.    We will also add 8 more soil borings along the new route to gather data to anticipate  any unusual soil conditions that might constitute unforeseen conditions for the  contractor.  We will also prepare an Environmental Assessment (not a Phase I ESA) which will consist  of walking the proposed alignment and identifying any items that would be of concern  to the proposed construction.  A letter itemizing the results from this work will be  prepared and submitted to the City.  Deleted/Changed Services  Because of these changes there are several items that will be deleted or changed in the original scope of  services. These are as follows:  • Modifications of Existing Wet Wells  The modifications to the existing wet wells at the CM Lift Station as originally stated will not be  required.  We will retain the design of an odor control system at the MC lift station.  • Survey  The original scope required topographic survey for the entire length of the 6,500’ force main  and boundary and easements on a portion of that alignment.  The topo survey requirements  must be extended for the additional length of the project and the new easements.  • Soils investigation  The original scope outlined a soils investigation for the 6,500’ force main and bores.  The soil  investigation must be extended to cover the additional length of the project.  82 • Environmental Assessment  The original scope outlined a Phase I ESA which was incorrect.  As discussed an Environmental  Assessment (EA) as previously described was performed for this project.  This EA must be  extended to cover the additional length of the project.    • Timeline  The timeline outlined in the original Scope of Services is obviously not applicable any longer  given these changes.    • Construction Testing  Construction testing has been added at a unit rate of $35 per field moisture density test (for an  estimated 300 tests) and $175 per Proctor samples with classification tests (for an estimated 8  tests ).     Phase Days Start Date End Date Change Order Notice to Proceed 1 24-Apr-09 Conceptual Design 130 20-Jan-09 30-May-09 Preliminary Design 46 30-May-09 15-Jul-09 Final Design 50 29-Jul-09 17-Sep-09 Bidding 28 18-Sep-09 16-Oct-09 Council Approval / Signature 45 17-Oct-09 1-Dec-09 Construction 160 2-Dec-09 11-May-10   83 Exhibit B  Payment Terms  Payment is a fixed fee in the amount listed in paragraph 2.01 of this Contract.  This amount shall be  payable by the City pursuant to the schedule listed below and upon completion of the services and  written acceptance by the City.    Schedule of Payment for each phase:    Billing Schedule Original Scope Revised Scope Conceptual Design Phase $ 29,055.00 $ 68,853.33 Preliminary Design Phase $ 17,105.00 $ 21,648.33 Final Design Phase $ 11,110.00 $ 15,653.33 Construction Phase $ 3,430.00 $ 17,180.00 Total $ 60,700.00 $ 123,335.00   84 85 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2n Victoria Avenue Design Contract and a Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a resolution awarding a professional services contract for the design of the Victoria Avenue Project to Bleyl & Associates in an amount not to exceed $272,000.00, and approval of a resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends Council approval of the resolution and award of the professional services contract to Bleyl & Associates and recommends approval of the resolution declaring intention to reimburse certain expenditures with proceeds from debt. Summary: The Victoria Avenue Project will extend Victoria Avenue from north of the Southern Plantation intersection south to the intersection of SH 40. A water line will be extended along Victoria Avenue to SH 40, and a sanitary sewer line section will be cased under the proposed roadway. Budget & Financial Summary: This project was approved as part of the 2008 General Obligation Bond authorization. Funds in the amount of $2,455,000 were approved for the Streets portion of the project and are projected in the Streets Capital Improvement Projects Fund. In addition, funds in the amount of $228,375 and $25,556 are projected in the Water Capital Improvement Projects Fund and Wastewater Capital Improvement Projects Fund, respectively, for a total project budget of $2,708,931. Appropriations in the amount of $175,000 have been budgeted in FY09 for the Streets portion of the project. Additional appropriations in the amount of $125,000 for the Streets portion of the project, $15,000 for the Water portion of the project and $5,000 for the Wastewater portion of the project will be included on the next FY09 budget amendment. The “Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt” is necessary for this item because the long term debt has not been issued for the project. This debt is scheduled to be issued later this fiscal year. Attachments: 1. Resolution 2. Location Map 3. Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt 86 87 88 89 90 91 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2o Project Number WF1097967 Well #8 Collection Line Change Order To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a change order to the Construction Contract 09-024 with Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. in the amount of $13,902, for the design of the Well 8 Collection Line. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the change order. Summary: Design is 50% complete. Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. was recently informed by the Texas Historical Commission (THC) that they will need to perform an archaeological survey for the Well 8 Collection Line project site in accordance with the Antiquities Code of Texas. The notice by the THC was in response to the inquiry submitted by Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. as part of their contract for Well 8 Collection Line. The THC determined that the areas adjacent to the proposed river and stream crossings are likely to contain archaeological deposits and is requiring a professional archaeologist survey the route prior to any ground disturbances. Budget & Financial Summary: Change Order No. 1 will increase the contract amount by $13,902 for a revised contract total of $287,862. Funds in the amount of $3,600,000 are currently budgeted for this project in the Water Capital Improvement Projects Fund. $274,467.64 has been expended or committed to date, leaving a balance of $3,325,532.36. Attachments: 1.) Change Order 2.) Project Location Map 92 93 94 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2p Change Order #6 for the Memorial Cemetery and Aggie Field of Honor Construction Contact To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, Director of Capital Projects Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding action to ratify a change order for Construction Contract 08-116 with Acklam Construction for the construction of the Memorial Cemetery and the Aggie Field of Honor Project GG-9905 in the amount of $64,164.02. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the change order for $64,164.02 to Acklam Construction, Inc. on the Memorial Cemetery and the Aggie Field of Honor Construction Contract. Summary: The City Council authorized negotiation of a Professional Services Contract to Jacobs Engineering, Inc. (formally named Edwards and Kelsey at the time) on April 12, 2007. The construction contract for $7,072,579.00 was approved by City Council 04-16- 08. The following change order is for the following: grading and excavation changes to maintain a minimum of 1% slope, landscape modifications, relocate sink in mechanical room of the Information Center to meet electrical code, fabricate special framework for niches for metal ash urns, add service disconnect to transformer, add special matching color caulking at perimeter of all cast in place concrete letters a Spirit Gate, add five painted bollards at slab near pond, add special matching color silicone caulking at perimeter floor slab expansion joints, add outlet for drinking fountain and pour concrete footing edging at entrance planter. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds in the amount of $9,930,000 are currently budgeted for the Memorial Cemetery project in the General Government Capital Improvement Projects Fund. Funds in the amount of $9,551,510.95 have been expended or committed to date, leaving a balance of $378,489.05 for this change order and future unencumbered expenses. Attachments: 1. Change Order No. 6 2. Location Map 95 Ph: (979) 690-8500 Fax: (979) 690-8510 maintain a minimum of 1% slope at the City Memorial Loop, Area East of Spirit Gate he Walk Path to AFOH Columbarium. It also includes inlet modifications and L-102, L-103, L-105 and L-106 all dated 3/4/09. metal ashe urns. E. Add service disconnect next to transformer per added note no. 7 on electrical plans of Jacobs. F. Add special matching color caulking at perimeter of all cast in place concrete letters at Spirit Gate per new Spirit Gate Details from Jacobs. G. Add five each removable painted bollards at slab near pond per revised drawing C-128. H. Add special matching color silicone caulking at exterior perimeter floor slab expansion joints. Caulking to match grout tile joints. I. Add outlet for drinking fountain. J. Excavate, form and pour concrete footing edging at entrance planter as directed and laid out by Parks Deparrtment. 96 ORIGINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT $7,072,579.00 Change Order No. 1 ($3,438.72) -0.05% CHANGE Change Order No. 2 $86,160.50 1.22% CHANGE Change Order No. 3 $69,259.47 0.98% CHANGE Change Order No. 4 $1,230.00 0.02% CHANGE Change order No. 5 $73,557.30 1.04% CHANGE Change Order No. 6 $64,164.02 0.91% CHANGE REVISED CONTRACT AMOUNT $7,363,511.57 4.1 1% TOTAL CHANGE 97 98 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2q Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System FY 09 Budget To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Ben Roper, IT Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of the Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System (BVWACS) Operating Budget for FY 09 and authorizing the City’s quarterly payments of $15,719.52 for an annual total of $62,878.08. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval. Summary: On June 26, 2008, Council approved the ILA establishing the BVWACS and the ILA appointing the Brazos Valley Council of Government (BVCOG) to act as the Managing Entity for the BVWACS. In accordance with the BVWACS ILA an Operating Budget for FY 09 was adopted by the Governing Board. The BVWACS Parties are billed quarterly by BVCOG for expenses associated with BVWACS operations. Three quarterly payments of $15,719.52 have been authorized by the City Manager, and paid for FY 09. The final quarterly installment for FY 09 will exceed the $50,000 threshold and will require Council approval. Budget & Financial Summary: Funding for the entire BVWACS FY 09 Operating Budget are included in the Information Technology FY 09 Budget. 99 Date: May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2r Item Title: Click It or Ticket/Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Michael Ikner, Chief of Police Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a resolution for the Click It or Ticket Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant contract for the fiscal year 2009. Recommendation(s): Approval of a resolution authorizing the City to enter into the Click It or Ticket Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant contract for fiscal year 2009. Summary: The Texas Department of Transportation has made available funds to compensate police officers, on an overtime basis, to conduct a two week occupant protection enforcement effort during the Memorial Day Holiday period of May 18, 2009 through May 31, 2009. The grant’s objectives are to increase safety belt use among drivers, front seat passengers and child passengers during the Memorial Day Holiday period within the City of College Station. Budget & Financial Summary: The City of College Station has been approved for $7,790 for this two week period. These are federal funds that are administrated by the Texas Department of Transportation with 100% of all expenses, for this project, being reimbursed to the City. Attachments: 1. Authorization Letter 2. Grant Agreement 3. City’s Compensation Policy 4. City’s Seat Belt Policy 5. Fringe Benefits Costs Breakdown 6. Resolution *The entire packet is located in the City Secretary’s Office and is available for review if needed. 100 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2s Dissolution of Northgate Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #16 To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Gwin, Director of Economic and Community Development Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance repealing and terminating the Northgate Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ #16). Recommendation(s): Staff recommends dissolution of the Northgate TIRZ. Summary: On February 26, 2009, City Council gave direction to draft an ordinance that would repeal and terminate Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #16. This reinvestment zone was originally established by Ordinance #2907 for the purpose of funding a hotel/convention center in the Northgate District. At Council’s direction staff has prepared an ordinance which provides for the following: · Repeals TIRZ #16 · Dissolves the Tax Increment Fund and reallocates the balance back to the City of College Station General Fund · Dissolves the TIRZ #16 Board of Directors If approved, staff will notify the appropriate individuals and entities. Budget & Financial Summary: Upon approval, the $53,837.13 collected thus far by the Northgate TIRZ will be allocated back to the City’s General Fund. Attachments: 1) Ordinance Repealing Ordinance #2907 2) Location Map 101 Attachment #3 – Northgate Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #16    102 103 104 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2t Authorization to Disburse Grant Funding to Reynolds and Reynolds, Inc. To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Gwin, Director of Economic and Community Development Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion authorizing the payment of Retention and Expansion and Payroll Grants in a total amount of $45,000 to Reynolds and Reynolds, Inc. Recommendation(s): In fulfillment of the City’s contractual obligation, staff recommends approval of a $45,000 payment to Reynolds and Reynolds, Inc. for performance in 2008. Summary: On, December 14, 2006 the City Council unanimously approved an Economic Development Agreement with Reynolds and Reynolds, Inc. to provide Retention and Expansion and Payroll Grants for economic performance at their 200 Quality Circle campus in the Business Center at College Station. The term of this agreement is ten (10) years and the total maximum amount of all applicable grants is $550,000. This payment represents the second annual disbursement; Reynolds and Reynolds received $45,000 in grant allocation in 2008. The Retention and Expansion component of the existing Agreement requires Reynolds and Reynolds to maintain real and personal property of at least $24 million and maintain an annual payroll of $18 million. As a performance incentive, the Agreement provides for Reynolds and Reynolds to receive a Retention and Expansion Grant in an amount of $30,000 and a Payroll Grant of $5,000 for each $1 million increment in additional payroll over the $18 million base. Based on the Statement of Compliance as recently submitted by Reynolds and Reynolds to the Research Valley Partnership and the City, the company has established real and personal property valuation in an amount of $38,735,026 and, as such, is eligible for a Retention and Expansion Grant of $30,000. Further the company currently maintains a payroll of $21,325,577 and, as such, is eligible for a combined Payroll Grant of $15,000. Budget & Financial Summary: Funding in the amount of $45,000 is budgeted and available in the City’s Economic Development Fund. Attachments: Statement of Compliance – Reynolds & Reynolds, Inc. - 2008 105 April 24, 2009 Mayor Ben White ity of College Station Post Office Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77842 I PIE: 2008 Economic Development Agreement Performance Dear Mayor Ben White: In accordance with Ai-ticle IV §(I), (2), (3) of the Econoinic Development Agreeineilt (the "Agreement"), dated March 15, 2007 between the City of College Station, Brazos County, Research Valley Partnership and Reynolds & Reynolds Coinpany, Inc. (the "Coinpany"), please accept this letter and its related attachments as certificatioil of our 2008 performance and an official request for payment in that regard. Per the attached docuinentation as provided by Mr. William W. Matteson, CPA and our Director of Tax and Financial Reporting, Reynolds & Reynolds Compaily realized and currently maintains a Real Property value of $18,327,380 and Personal Property valuation of $20,407,646 at its 200 Quality Circle, College Station, Texas location. In accordance with the provisions of the Agreement, the Company requests payment of a Retention and Expansion Grant, in the amount of $30,000. Further, per the attached docuinentatioil as provided by Mr. William W. Matteson, our CPA and our Director of Tax and Financial Reporting, Reynolds & Reynolds Coinpany currently maintains an annual Payroll of $21,325,577 at its 200 Quality Circle, College Station, Texas location. In accordance with the provisions of the Agreement, the Company also requests reinittance of Payroll Grants in a cun~ulative anlount of $15,000. I, the undersigned, being a11 authorized representative of Reynolds & Reynolds Company, do hereby certify that the above stated amounts are correct; and that Reynolds & Reynolds Coinpany is in full compliance with all terms of the aforementioned Agreement and, as such, eligible for a 2008 payment of $45,000 from the City of College Station, Texas. 200 Quality Circle Dr. College Station, Texas 77845-44-68 979.595.2600 fax 979.595.2624 www.reyrey.com 106 County of Brazos, State of Texas , above stitement in my presence on RECEIVED AND REVIEWED signed the - Seal: I, the undersigned, being an authorized representative of the Research Valley Pai-tnership, do hereby certify that the above statements and related attachments have been reviewed and are correct; and that Reynolds & Reynolds Company is in full compliance with all terns of the aforementioned Agreement and, as such, eligible for a 2008, payment of $45,000 from the City of College Station, Texas. County of Brazos, 3 that bk , signed the 20089 Seal: 107 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2u A Resolution Approving an Advanced Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the State Highway 30 Widening Project To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Mark Smith, Director of Public Works Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a termination amendment to an existing Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas Department of Transportation for the State Highway 30 Widening Project , and a Resolution of the City Council of College Station, Texas, approving a new Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the City of Bryan, to design and construct additional lanes on State Highway 30 from 4.20 miles west of F.M. 244 to 4.63 miles west of F.M. 244 and adjacent to the BVSWMA Twin Oaks Landfill site for the purpose of providing safe ingress and egress from said facility in an amount not to exceed $656,750. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the termination amendment and Resolution in the amount of $656,750. Summary: In order to issue a driveway permit for the Twin Oaks Landfill, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is requiring BVSWMA to design and construct improvements on State Highway 30 in order to ensure safe vehicle ingress and egress to the facility. Improvements will consist of 3330 feet or 0.63 miles of deceleration and acceleration lanes, signage, and related infrastructure. BVSWMA’s participation rate will be at 100%, and no right-of-way acquisition or utility relocation will be required for this project. TxDOT has waived direct state costs such as plan review, inspection, and construction oversight expenses related to this project. In May 2008, the College Station City Council approved a TXDOT AFA for the State Highway 30 Widening Project, however due to the BVSWMA litigation, all contracts over $50,000 must be now be approved by both College Station and Bryan City Councils. This action will terminate the existing AFA and approve a new agreement that will include the City of Bryan. This item will also require the approval of the Bryan City Council. Budget & Financial Summary: Funding for this Advance Funding Agreement in the amount of $656,750 is available in the BVSWMA Capital Improvements Fund. Attachments: 1. Advance Funding Agreement Termination Amendment 2. Resolution 3. Advance Funding Agreement 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2v 1124 Carolina Street Rejection of Bids To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: David Gwin, Director of Economic and Community Development Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding rejection of the bid received in response to RFP #09-36 for the sale of City property at 1124 Carolina Recommendation(s): Staff recommends rejection of the currently held bid for 1124 Carolina Street. Summary: On February 3, 2008 staff released a Request for Bid for the sale of City property located at 1124 Carolina, College Station to individuals, households, or families at or below 80% of the area median income. Staff evaluated the bid submitted as of the February 23, 2009 deadline and it failed to accomplish the principal requirement of selling this property to an individual, household, or family at or below 80% of the area median income. This requirement is mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations. Staff, therefore, recommends rejection of the currently held bid for sale of City property located at 1124 Carolina Street. Budget & Financial Summary: The subject property at 1124 Carolina was constructed in 2007 utilizing HOME Investment Partnership Program grant funds in the amount of $81,815.00. The minimum bid specified in ITB #09-36 was $99,300.00. The sole bid received was $103,500.00. Recaptured funds from the future sale of 1124 Carolina will be utilized for further affordable housing activities in the City of College Station. Attachments: No attachments 127 May 18, 2009 Consent Agenda Item No. 2w Resolution authorizing the City Council to order a municipal runoff election to be held on June 13, 2009 and providing for Notice of Election To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Connie Hooks, City Secretary Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of approval of a resolution authorizing the City Council to order a municipal runoff election to be held on June 13, 2009 for the purpose of electing a councilmember to City Council Place 4, and providing for the Mayor to sign the notice of election designating the hours and polling place locations Recommendation: Staff recommends approval. Summary: The City Charter requires a runoff election if no candidate for a particular office receives more than 50 percent of the votes cast for the office. City Council at its February 26th regular meeting authorized the date of June 13th for a runoff election. The runoff election will include two early voting locations and seven Election Day locations. Early Voting: City Hall Council Chambers and CSISD Administration Building June 1-5, 2009, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm June 8-9, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Election Day Polling Locations: City Hall: Precincts 10A, 10B, 24, 34 College Station Conference Center: Precincts 9, 20, 21 A&M Consolidated High School: Precincts. 2C, 8, 31, 32, 35A, 35B Lincoln Center: Precincts 33, 64, 72, 74 Aldersgate Methodist Church: Precinct 40 Pebble Creek Elementary: Precincts 41, 68 Rock Prairie Elementary: Precincts 2B, 39, 80 Budget & Financial Summary: The estimated cost of the runoff election is approximately $30,000. Funds are available in the General Fund contingency account to cover these expenditures. Attachments: Resolution Notice of Election 128 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ClTY COUNCILTO ORDER A MUNICIPAL RUNOFF ELECTION TO BE HELD ON JUNE 13, 2009, FOR THE PLIRPOSE OF ELECTING ONE ClTY COUNCILMEMBER TO PLACE 4 BY THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE ClTY OF COLLEGE STATION; DESIGNATING ELECTION PRECINCTS; APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICIALS; ESTABLISHING PAY RATES FOR ELECTION WORKERS; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF SAID ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF VOTING IVIACHINES; PROVlDllVG FOR EARLY VOTING; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Council is authorized to order a runoff election to be held on the 13~~ day of June, 2009, for the purpose of electing a City of College Station Councilmember for Place 4 by the qualified voters of the City of College Station; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ClTY OF COUNCIL OF THE ClTY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS: PART 1: That the polls for said election shall be open from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. PART 2: That the City Secretary is expressly authorized to obtain election supplies and equipment required by law and necessary to conduct said election. PART 3: That the Office of the City Secretary shall perform all duties normally performed by the County Clerk in general elections with respect to early voting, giving notice of the election, and preparing the official ballots. PART 4: That the election precincts, voting places, and election officers of said election shall be as follows: Polling Location City Precincts consisting of Countv Voting Precincts Election Officers College Station Conference Center 9, 20,21 1300 George Bush Drive College Station City Hall 1101 Texas Avenue A&M Consolidated High School 2C, 8, 31, 32, 35A, 35B 1801 Harvey Mitchell Parkway S Lincoln Center 1000 Eleanor Aldersgate Methodist Church 40 2201 Earl Rudder Freeway South Pebble Creek Elementary 41,68 200 Parkview Drive ,-I CC~ 3 < \:Q{+'. Rock Prairie Elementary. 28, 39,80 3400 \Ilelsh Avenue Terri Stewart, Judge Joe Callaway, Alternate Steve Milam, Judge Doris Milam, Alternate Jean McDermott, Judge Janet Ray, Alternate Andre Mae Steen, Judge Anne Steen, Alternate Jean Hall, Judge Bill Donaldson, Alternate Dixie Tracy, Judge Vincente Gonzales, Alternate Gene Charleton, Judge Maggie Charleton, Alternate PART 5: In addition to the presiding judge and alternate judge for each precinct herein above designated, the respective presiding judge for each precinct and the Early Ballot Board as herein provided, shall be authorized to appoint a sufficient number of clerks as they may deem necessary to assist then in said election, provided, however, that the number of clerks appointed by said presiding judge for each polling place shall not be less than two, including the alternate judge also serving as a clerk. 129 Resolution No. Page 2 PART 6: PART 7: PART 8: PART 9: PART 10: PART 11: PART 12: PART 13: PART 14: That the judges and clerks shall be compensated at the rate of nine dollars ($9.00) per hour. The judge who delivers the returns of the election shall be paid an additional twenty-five ($25.00) provided he/she returns unused ballots, election supplies, and ballot boxes when he/she makes delivery of the returns of the election. Direct recording election voting devices shall be used for voting at the foregoing election precincts and electronic county devices and equipment shall be used for counting the ballots t said election. Optical scan balloting materials shall be used for mail balloting. Early voting shall be conducted by the Office of the City Secretary in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, and in the College Station School District Administration building, 1812 Welsh. Early voting by personal appearance for the runoff election shall commence on June 1,2009 at 8:00 am and end at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 9,2009. No voting will be held on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7. An Early Ballot Board is hereby designated to canvass the early votes cast by mail and by personal appearance. Kay Parker is duly appointed as Presiding Judge of said Board, and she shall appoint such other members as provided in the Texas Election Code, Section 87.002(b). The Council Chambers located in the College Station City Hall is hereby established as the Central Counting Station to receive and tabulate votes and ballots cast in said election. The following persons are hereby authorized and approved as persons employed and designated to handle the ballots, operating the tabulating equipment, count the ballots, and be present in the Central Counting Station: a. Presiding Judge - Kay Parker b. City Secretary - Connie Hooks c. Tabulation Supervisor -Tracy Price and Kerry Mullins d. Clerks named by Presiding Judge e. Consultant for Texas Voting Systems, Inc. and/or Hart lntercivic A committee is hereby established of the following persons to hold three computer accuracy tests. The first test shall be conducted at least 48 hours before the count of voted ballots. The second test shall be conducted immediately prior to the start and the third test immediately subsequent to the count of voted ballots to ascertain that the computer will accurately count the votes cast for the offices to be voted upon in said election: a. Kay Parker b. Tracy Price c. Kerry Mullins d. Connie Hooks e. Consultant for Texas Voting Systems, Inc., and/or Hart lntercivic All resident, qualified voters of the City of College Station shall be permitted to vote for City Councilmember Place 4. The City Manager or his designee is hereby authorized to negotiate and execute an election services contract with Texas Voting Systems for services in connection with the City of College Station runoff election. In addition, the City Manager or his designee is hereby authorized to negotiate and execute a contract with Brazos County for the purpose of leasing necessary equipment to conduct this election. 130 Resolution No. Page 3 PART 15: In accordance with Section 123.001 of the Texas Election Code, the Hart lntercivic Direct Recording Electronic Voting System, Optical Scan Voting System and Electronic Management System for Brazos County, Texas and certified by the Secretary of State on January 3,2002, and subsequent certifications each year, and identified as eSlate is hereby adopted for the runoff election. PART 16: The runoff election shall be held in accordance with the requirements for bilingual elections as set forth in the Voting Rights Act amendments for 1975 (42USC 1973aa-la) and in Section 272.001 of the Election Code. All election forms and materials shall be printed in both English and Spanish, and bilingual oral assistance shall be made available within the requirements of the law. PART 17: The Mayor of the City of College Station is hereby authorized to sign an official NOTICE OF RUNOFF ELECTION listing the precincts and polling place locations for this election. A copy of the NOTICE OF RUNOFF ELECTION, when published in a newspaper of general circulation in English and Spanish, shall serve as proper notice of the City's election. PART 18: That this resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its passage. PASSED AND APPROVED this 18fhday of May, 2009, APPROVED: City Secretary Mayor 131 NOTICE OF RUNOFF ELECTION TO THE REGISTERED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS. Notice is hereby given that the polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2009 for voting in a runoff election to elect a College Station City Councilmember Place 4. LOCATION OF POLLING PLACES: City/County Precincts Polling Locations 10A, 10B, 24, 34 College Station City Hall 1101 Texas Avenue 2C, 31, 32, 35A, 35B A&M Consolidated High School 1801 Harvey Mitchell Parkway 2B, 39, 80 Rock Prairie Elementary 3400 Welsh Avenue 40 Aldersgate Methodist Church 2201 Earl Rudder Freeway S 41, 68 Pebble Creek Elementary School 200 Parkview 9, 20, 21 College Station Conference Center 1300 George Bush Drive 33, 64, 72, 74 Lincoln Center 1000 Eleanor Early Voting shall be conducted by personal appearance and by mail. The period for early voting by personal appearance shall commence on Monday, June 1, 2009 and conclude on June 9, 2009. Optical scan ballots shall be used for early voting by mail and direct recording electronic voting machines shall be used for early voting by personal appearance. The Early Voting Clerk for said election shall be the City Secretary. She shall determine the number of election workers to hire and their assignments at the early voting polling locations. The early voting polling place by personal appearance shall be at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas and College Station Independent School District Building, 1812 Welsh, College Station, Texas. 132 8:00 am to 5:00 pm June 1-5, 2009 7:00 am to 7:00 pm June 8-9, 2009 Applications for ballot by mail shall be received no later than 5:00 pm on June 5, 2009 in the office in the office of: Connie Hooks, Early Voting Clerk, P.O. Box 9960, College Station, Texas 77842 979-764-3541 chooks@cstx.gov. PASSED AND APPROVED this 18th day of May, 2009. ATTEST: APPROVED: _____________________________ _______________________________ City Secretary Mayor O:group/council/election09/notice of runoff election.doc 133 May 18, 2009 Regular Agenda Item No. 1 2429 Earl Rudder Freeway South Comprehensive Plan Amendment To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, Director of Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Single-Family Residential, Medium Density and Floodplain to Planned Development for 14.27 acres located at 2429 Earl Rudder Freeway South north of the intersection of State Highway 6 Frontage Road and Raintree Drive. Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended denial. Staff also recommended denial. Summary: REVIEW CRITERIA 1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area or the City: The subject property was designated as Mixed Use and Floodplain and Streams in the original 1997 Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan defines Mixed Use as: Areas which encourage mixing of compatible land uses such as retail/commercial, office, parks, multifamily, and attached single-family. These uses are developed together in a manner that allows interaction between the uses and that allows each use to support the other uses. The residential uses provide the patrons for the office and commercial uses. The layout of these land uses must take into consideration pedestrian linkages, landscape buffers between the uses, shared site improvements and vehicular circulation. The success of these mixed uses areas is directly related to the sensitive master planning of the site layout. The East Bypass Small Area Action Plan retained the Mixed Use designation but recommended that Planned Development districts (PDD) be used in areas shown as Mixed Use to help mitigate the development impacts on surrounding properties. In 2003, the Mixed-Use Opportunity Study was adopted which removed Mixed Use from the Land Use Plan. The Study changed the designation from Mixed Use to Single-Family Residential, Medium Density on a portion of the subject tract and retained the Floodplain and Streams designation on the remainder. The Single-Family designation was selected as the most appropriate land use for this area based on the findings of the East Bypass Small Area Action Plan. The proposed update to the Comprehensive Plan designates the property as Suburban Commercial and Natural Areas - Reserved. The Suburban Commercial designation is for commercial activity that caters primarily to nearby residents versus the larger community or region. Designated areas are generally small in size and adjacent to major roads. Design of structures in these areas are intended to be compatible in size, roof type and pitch, architecture, and lot coverage with the surrounding single-family uses. The proposed Natural Areas - Reserved designation is intended for areas that represent a constraint to development and that should be preserved for their natural funtion or open space qualities. These areas include floodplains and riparian buffers, as well as recreation facilities, in some instances. 134 The requested change to Planned Development for a mix of hotel, condominiums, restaurant, and office use would be most compatible with the Urban or Urban Mixed Use designations in the proposed Comprehensive Plan update - not the proposed Suburban Commercial. Planned Development is not proposed as a land use designation the new Comprehensive Plan. Although there has been change to the designation on this property three times since the adoption of the 1997 Plan, the surrounding areas have developed in accordance with the Plan. There are no changed conditions since the most recent 2003 amendment to warrant a change to the land use plan. 2. Compatibility with the remainder of the Comprehensive Plan: The property is situated between floodplain in Wolf Pen Creek (designated a Priority 5 suburban greenway in the Greenways Master Plan) and the Raintree Subdivision. The City has attempted to purchase a portion of this property in the past year in order to preserve the floodplain on this tract. In addition to the protection and preservation of open space, the greenway also serves as a buffer over 600 feet in width between existing retail and residential land uses. Placing regional-oriented commercial, like a hotel, and its associated traffic adjacent to residential uses is contrary to the adopted policies in the Comprehensive Plan to protect, preserve, and enhance existing and future neighborhoods by minimizing intrusive and incompatible land uses and densities. The property has frontage on State Highway 6 lending itself towards non-residential uses. However, given its adjacency to an established single-family neighborhood, office or neighborhood retail would be more appropriate along this portion of the highway frontage. There are also concerns from the neighborhood about additional commercial traffic along the frontage road, and access from Appomattox Drive. Subdivision regulation requirements will require that Appomattox be extended unless waivers are granted through the platting process. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Attachments: 1. Draft Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes, April 16, 2009 2. Ordinance 135 DRAFT MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Regular Meeting Thursday, April 16, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: John Nichols, Paul Greer, Doug Slack, Winnie Garner, and Hugh Stearns COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Thomas Woodfin & Noel Bauman CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dennis Maloney CITY STAFF PRESENT: Senior Planner Jennifer Prochazka, Staff Planners Matt Robinson and Matthew Hilgemeier, Assistant City Engineer Josh Norton, Senior Assistant City Engineer Carol Cotter, City Engineer Alan Gibbs, Transportation Planning Coordinator Joe Guerra, Planning Administrator Molly Hitchcock, Director Bob Cowell, Assistant Director Lance Simms, First Assistant City Attorney Carla Robinson, Action Center Representative Kerry Mullins, and Staff Assistant Brittany Caldwell 8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Single Family Residential, Medium Density and Floodplain and Streams to Planned Development for 14.27 acres located at 2429 Earl Rudder Freeway South generally located north of Raintree Drive. Case #09-00500064 (LK) Commissioner Garner recused herself. Jennifer Prochazka, Senior Planner, presented the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and recommended denial. There was general discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Commissioner Stearns expressed concern about traffic. Chairman Nichols opened the public hearing. Jane Kee, 511 University Drive, stated that a Planned Development District would protect the neighborhood. Alton Ofczarzak, 4816 Close Quarters, stated that the plan was suitable for the area and neighborhood and the goal was to protect the neighborhood. 136 Sorell Boyd, 7704 Sherman Court, College Station, Texas; Henry Wittner, Raintree HOA Representative; John and Sherry Ellison, 2705 Brookway, College Station, Texas; John Tilton, 7705 Sherman Court, College Station, Texas. Some of the concerns of the citizens were the traffic and the inappropriateness of a large hotel and restaurant by the neighborhood. Chairman Nichols closed the public hearing. Commissioner Stearns stated that a hotel of the size they are proposing is not appropriate because of its proximity to the neighborhood. Commissioner Stearns motioned to recommend denial. Commissioner Greer seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0). 137 138 139 140 May 18, 2009 Regular Agenda Item No. 2 5400 St. Andrews Dr. Pebble Creek Ph. 9I - Rezoning To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, Director of Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment of Chapter 12, Unified Development Ordinance, Section 4.2, Official Zoning Map, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning 3.38 acres from A-O, Agricultural-Open, to R-1, Single-Family Residential at 5400 St. Andrews Drive and more generally located in the Pebble Creek Subdivision. Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the amendment by a vote of 5 to 0 at their April 16th, meeting. Summary: REVIEW CRITERIA 1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Land Use Plan calls for the majority of the subject property to be Single-Family Residential, Medium Density. This land use designation is considered appropriate for the proposed request of R-1, Single-Family Residential. However, a portion of the property is classified as Floodplains and Streams on the Land Use Plan, and as such the existing zoning designation of A-O, Agricultural Open is appropriate. The Land Use Plan calls for the limited development of specific floodplains to allow for connections between selected parks, recreation areas and residential areas by a system of linear parkways or greenways. In general, the floodplains are proposed to be linked together by open space connections as part of the open space system. This includes a greenway trail proposed along that tributary of Alum Creek. In addition, the intent of the Land Use Plan is to provide for development that maintains the environmental and natural qualities of College Station, while being sensitive to floodplains and treed areas. As such, the creation of a dense, non-rural residential development in a flood-prone area would not be consistent with the Land Use Plan. 2. Compatibility with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property and with the character of the neighborhood: The proposed request would be a continuation of the Pebble Creek Subdivision to the north, that is currently zoned and developed for single-family residences. Adjacent property to the south is zoned A-O, Agricultural Open and is currently undeveloped with a portion of floodplain that runs through the property. The proposed rezoning would be considered compatible to the adjacent land uses. While the M-1, Light Industrial zoning district to the west is not directly adjacent to the majority of the subject property, the floodplain that runs through and between the two properties could serve as a buffer area. Currently, that portion of the M-1 property is undeveloped. 3. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the district that would be made applicable by the proposed amendment: The Comprehensive Land Use Plan calls for a majority of the subject property to be utilized as Single-Family Residential, Medium Density. As such, a rezoning to R-1, Single-Family 141 Residential would be considered appropriate. However, a portion of the property lies within the floodplain and the existing A-O, Agricultural Open zoning designation is appropriate. 4. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment: The subject property’s current zoning limits the potential for development to agricultural, low-intensity residential, or open space uses. A portion of the subject property lies within floodplain limits and as such is not considered suitable for medium density single- family development. The A-O, Agricultural Open designation would be appropriate for the portion of the property located within the floodplain. 5. Marketability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment: The applicant is seeking to enhance the marketability of the property through the proposed zone change. The applicant intends to market the property for single-family residences. Flood insurance will be required by most lenders for tracts that have FEMA- designated floodplain within their property lines. 6. Availability of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation facilities generally suitable and adequate for the proposed use: There are existing water and sewer mains to serve this property. Birkdale Drive extends the through the eastern edge of the property and is classified as a minor collector on the Thoroughfare Plan. Birkdale Drive is required for platting. The subject tract is located in the Alum Creek Drainage Basin. There is FEMA regulated Special Flood Hazard Area located on a portion of this tract. Development of this tract will be required to meet the City’s Storm Water Design Guidelines. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Attachments: 1. Background Information 2. Aerial 3. Draft Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes, April 16, 2009 4. Ordinance 142 NOTIFICATIONS Advertised Commission Hearing Date: April16, 2009 Advertised Council Hearing Dates: May 18, 2009 The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing: Pebble Creek HOA Pebble Creek Gardens HOA Pebble Creek Patio HOA Property owner notices mailed: 6 Contacts in support: None at time of staff report Contacts in opposition: None at time of staff report Inquiry contacts: 0 ADJACENT LAND USES Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use North Single-Family Residential, Medium Density R-1, Single-Family Residential Vacant, Single-family residences South Floodplains & Streams, Industrial R&D A-O, Agricultural Open Undeveloped, floodplain East Floodplains & Streams, Single-Family Residential Medium Density A-O, Agricultural Open Undeveloped, floodplain West Single-Family Residential, Medium Density, Floodplains & Streams, Industrial R&D R-1, Single-Family Residential, M-1, Light Industrial Single-family residences, undeveloped DEVELOPMENT HISTORY Annexation: 1994 Zoning: A-O, Agricultural Open at time of Annexation Final Plat: Unplatted Site development: Undeveloped 143 144 MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING C OMMISSION Regular Meeting Thursday, April 16, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: John Nichols, Paul Greer, Doug Slack, Winnie Garner, and Hugh Stearns COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Thomas Woodfin & Noel Bauman CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dennis Maloney CITY STAFF PRESENT: Senior Planner Jennifer Prochazka, Staff Planners Matt Robinson and Matthew Hilgemeier, Assistant City Engineer Josh Norton, Senior Assistant City Engineer Carol Cotter, City Engineer Alan Gibbs, Transportation Planning Coordinator Joe Guerra, Planning Administrator Molly Hitchcock, Director Bob Cowell, Assistant Director Lance Simms, First Assistant City Attorney Carla Robinson, Action Center Representative Kerry Mullins, and Staff Assistant Brittany Caldwell 1. Call Meeting to Order. Chairman John Nichols called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Regular Agenda 2. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Rezoning of 3.38 acres from A-O, Agricultural-Open, to R-1, Single-Family Residential at 5400 St. Andrews Drive and more generally located in the Pebble Creek Subdivision. Case #09- 00500047 (MR) Matt Robinson, Staff Planner, presented the Rezoning and recommended approval to change a portion of the property to R-1, Single-Family Residential, but recommended denial of the request to change the portion that is designated as being within the floodplain limits. There was general discussion regarding the floodplain. Chairman Nichols opened the public hearing. 145 Davis Young, 4500 Pebble Creek Parkway, stated that he wanted straight lot lines and also said that he would be unable to plat the property unless it was all zoned R-1, Single- Family Residential. He said that he does not want paths or sidewalks directly behind the lots if the floodplain is not rezoned. Chairman Nichols closed the public hearing. Commissioner Garner asked what the regulations were in the floodplain. Carol Cotter, Senior Assistant City Engineer, stated that you cannot impede flow with a fence, etc. Commissioner Garner motioned to approve the rezoning as requested by the applicant. Commissioner Slack seconded the motion, motion passed (5-0). 3. Adjourn. Commissioner Stearns motioned to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Greer seconded the motion, motioned passed (5-0). Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. 146 147 148 149 150 151 May 18, 2009 Regular Agenda Item No. 3 Sign Ordinance Amendment To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, Director of Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment to Chapter 12, the Unified Development Ordinance, Section 7.4.E "Exempt Signs," Section 7.4.X "Signs for Permitted Non-residential Uses in Residential or Agricultural Districts" and Section 11.2 "Defined Terms" of the Code of Ordinances. Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this item at their April 16, 2009 meeting and recommended approval of the ordinance amendment. Staff also recommends approval. Summary: Staff is aware that there are numerous un-permitted signs being posted to advertise real estate events such as open houses, the Parade of Homes tour, and recreational home tours within the City. This item is an amendment to several sections of the Unified Development Ordinance to provide a legal process for these types of signs to follow. In addition, staff is proposing language to allow attached signage for government facilities in certain locations. The proposed changes include the following: § Section 7.4.E Exempt Signs, is proposed to be amended to provide a regulatory process for real-estate event signs. The amendment includes language relating time limitations, sign removal, signage in the right-of-way, and permitting. § Section 7.4.X Signs for Permitted Non-residential Uses in Residential or Agricultural Districts, currently allows for the use of low profile signs. However, staff is proposing that government facilities in such zoning districts be allowed to utilize attached signage as well. § Section 11.2 Defined Terms, is proposed to be amended to include a definition for “Home Tour Events.” Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Attachments: 1. Ordinance 152 153 154 155 156 May 18, 2009 Regular Agenda Item No. 4 Recommendation for Region G Water Planning Group Vacancy To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Dave Coleman, Director of Water Services Department Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion for a resolution to recommend Dave Coleman, Water Services Department Director, to fill a vacant Municipal representative position as a voting member on the Region G Water Planning Group. Recommendation: Staff recommends Council approve this resolution. Summary: The Brazos G Group is one of 16 regional water planning groups covering the State which are charged with developing regional water plans under Senate Bill 1, passed by the Texas Legislature in 1997. The Region G Group has been working since 1998 to develop a comprehensive regional water plan for its 37-County planning area, which extends generally along the Brazos river from Kent, Stonewall and Knox Counties in the northwest to Washington and Lee Counties in the southeast. The regional water plans provide for the orderly development, management, and conservation of water resources, and include drought preparation and response. The goal of the planning process is to assure that sufficient water will be available at a reasonable cost to ensure public safety and welfare, further economic development and protect agricultural and natural resources. The water plans identify current water supplies and future estimates of water demands. In cases where future demands are greater than existing supply sources, strategies are evaluated and recommended to meet the identified needs. The Region G Board is comprised of representatives from a variety of interest groups, including municipalities, agriculture, small businesses, Counties, Water Districts, Environmental, Groundwater Conservation Districts, Industries, the public, River Authorities, electric generating utilities, and water utilities. There are four positions for municipal representatives, and as announced in their press release, 2 of those are vacant. Staff recommends approval of this resolution, to support Mr. Coleman’s nomination package, so that the vital water needs of our area will have adequate representation. If Council approves, staff will seek support from the cities of Bryan and Navasota. Also, please note that the Municipal representatives on Region G are typically City employees, which does not present a problem with “conflicts of interest.” Budget & Financial Summary: No budget impacts. Attachments: Region G Press Release Resolution 157 G WATER PLANNING GROUP VOTING MEMBERS Dale Spurgin. Chair Scott Diermann. Vice-C Phillip J. Ford. Secretaryi I'rcasurer Charles Bcseda Jon I I. Burrows Tom Clarh Alva Cox 'Tim I'ambrough Terry Kclley Mike McGuire Gary Ncwman Tommy 0. O'Brlcn Gail Peek Sheril Slnilh Wiley Slcrn Ill Mikc Suthcrland Randy Waclawc~yk Kathleen J. Webster Waync Wilson COUNTIES 13clI Rosqrle Brazos Burlcson Callahan Comanche Coryell Eastland I?rath Falls Fisher Grilncs I lamilton I laskell Idill Hood Johnson Jones Kent Knox 1,ampasas 1,ce 1,imcstone Mcl,cnnan Mil am Nolan Palo Pinto Robertson Shackelford Somervcll Stephens Stonewall Taylor 'Shrockmorton Washington Williamson Young April 17, 2009 City of College Station Mayor BRAZOS RIVER AU I'IIORlPY. Administrative Agent P.O. BOY 7555 u Waco. 'Texas 76714-7555 (254) 761-3 100 v Fa>, (254) 761-3204 P. 0. Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77842 Dear Mayor: Please find enclosed a notice and application for three (3) Brazos G Regional Water Planning Group voting-member positions. The voting- member positions available include two (2) that will represent Municipalities and one (1) that will represent Water Districts. Details regarding the selection process, requirements of these positions, application instr~~ctions, and an overview of the Brazos G Regional Water Planning Group are included in the attached notice. We request that you provide these materials to qualified applicants in your community that have an interest in regional water planning. Additional applications can be accessed at our website, www.brazos~water.orq. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 19, 2009. Subsequent instructions regarding tlie selection process will be provided to applicants after this date. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact my office at (254) 761 -31 68 or via e-mail at tbuzbeeG3brazos.orq. We appreciate your interest in regional water planning. Sincerely, TREY U BE ~rojeg Manager Brazos G Regional Water Planning Group 158 WATER PLANNING GROUP FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 17,2009 For additional information, call Trey Buzbee, Brazos River Authority, Administrative Agent, at (254) 761-3168 or via e-mail at <info@brazosgwater.org> BRAZOS G REGIONAL WATER PLANNING GROUP (REGION G) SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR NEW VOTING MEMBERS The Brazos G Regional Water Planning Group (Brazos G) is soliciting nominations for three (3) voting members representing various interests in the Brazos G Regional Water Planning Area. Nominations will be accepted until 5:00 pm, Friday, June 19, 2009. In selecting a voting member for each vacancy, the Brazos G Group will consider a number of factors, including the nominee's qualifications to represent the interest category, willingness to devote the time necessary to participate in the Regional Water Planning process, and willingness to abide by the Bylaws. The Brazos G voting members will strive to achieve geographic, ethnic, and gender diversity. Nominees are invited to visit the Brazos G website at www.brazos~water.or~ for additional information including this press release, the new member application form and a current member hometown map. The three (3) voting member vacancies are defined as follows: Two (2) voting member vacancy representing '~unicipalities' defined by the Texas Water Code, 516.053 (c) "as governments of cities created or organized under the general, home-rule, or special laws of the state" One (1) voting merr~ber vacancy representing the interest of 'Water Districts' defined by the Texas Water Code, 516.053 (c) as "any districts or authorities, created under authority of either Texas Constitution, Article Ill, 552(b)(l) and (2), or Article XVI, 359 including districts having the authority to regulate the spacing of or production from water wells, but not including river authorities" Terms: The new voting members shall be filling terms that expire at the last meeting of calendar year 2009; and thereafter, shall be eligible to serve a maximum of five (5) consecutive two-year terms. Meetings: In order to provide a smooth transition into the Brazos G Group, the newly elected voting members will be required to attend all Brazos G meetings, including orientation session(s), prior to their official appointment date which will begin with the last meeting of calendar year 2009. Travel Expenses: Brazos G members are not compensated for their services by the State of Texas. If eligible, travel expenses for voting members may be reimbursed in accordance with rules adopted by the Texas Water Development Board as funds are available. Page I of 2 159 For Office Use only: Date rec'd: WATER~LANNING GROUP VOTING MEMBER APPLICATION (Solicitation for Municipalities & Water Districts lnterest Categories) Announced April 17,2009 Please print or type applicable information and return by 5-00 PM. Fridav, June 19. 2009 to: Brazos G RWPG, Affn: Trey Buzbee, Brazos RiverAuthorify, P.O. Box 7555, Waco, Texas 76714-7555; or via facsimile at (254) 761-3204; or via electronic email at info@braz-4. For questions, call Trey Buzbee at (254) 761-3168. Applicants may have qualifications that fit more than one lnterest Category sought. Place an 'X' in the box(s) for - - - . . 1 each Interest Category that you want to be considered for: 1 If vou marked both boxes, then place an 'Y in one of the boxes to the right of each lnterest Category to state your preference. 160 Brazos G RWPG Voting Member Application -April 17, 2009 Page 3 of 3 The interests listed in the Texas Water Code, 3 16.053 (c) are defined as follows: PU blic - defined as those perso ns or entities having no economic interest in the interests represented by paragraphs (2) through (1 1) of this subsection other than as a normal consumer C~~nfie~ - defined as the county governments for the 254 counties in Texas Municipalities - defined as governments of cities created or organized under the general, home-rule, or special laws of the state Industries - defined as corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, or other legal entities that are formed for the purpose of making a profit and which produce or manufacture goods or services and which are not small businesses Agricultural Interests - defined as those persons or entities associated with production or processing of plant or animal products Environmental Interests - defined as those persons or groups advocating the conservation of the state's natural resources, including but not limited to soil, water, air, and living resources Small Businesses - defined as corporations, partner ships, sole proprietorships, or other legal entities that are formed for the purpose of making a profit, are independently owned and operated, and have fewer than 100 employees or less than $1 million in gross annual receipts Electric Generating Utilities - defined as any persons, corporations, cooperative corporations, or any combination thereof, meeting each of the following three criteria: own or operate for compensation equipment or facilities which produce or generate electricity; produce or generate electricity for either wholesale or retail sale to others; a~d are neither a municipal corporation nor a river authority River Authorities - defined as any districts or authorities created by the legislature which contain areas within their boundaries of one or more counties and which are governed by boards of directors appointed or designated in whole or part by the governor or board Wafer Districts - defined as any districts or authorities, created under authority of either Texas Constitution , Article Ill, 3 52(b)(l) and (2), or Article XVI, 3 59 including districts having the authority to regulate the spacing of or production from water wells, but not including river authorities Wafer Utilities - defined as any persons, corporations, cooperative corporations, or any combination thereof that provide water supplies for compensation except for municipalities, river authorities, or water districts Additional Voting Member Interest Category added by Brazos G Districts - defined as any district or authority created under Section 52, Article Ill, Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, that has the authority to regulate the spacing of water wells, the production from water wells, or both 161 162 163 May 18, 2009 Regular Agenda Item No. 5 BVSWMA Compost Loss Payment to City of Bryan To: Glenn Brown, City Manager From: Mark Smith, Director of Public Works Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion authorizing payment from the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) Fund for payment to the City of Bryan for FY08/FY09 Compost Facility losses in the amount of $356,871. Recommendation(s): Staff makes no recommendation on authorizing payment from the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) Fund for payment to the City of Bryan for FY08/FY09 Compost Facility losses in the amount of $356,871. Summary: On December 5, 2008 the BVSWMA Policy Advisory Board voted to recommend to the City Councils of College Station and Bryan that the FY2009 BVSWMA compost facility subsidization be increased and reimbursed to the City of Bryan at an amount to be determined by each City Council. On March 24, 2009, the Bryan City Council approved a BVSWMA budget amendment increasing the compost reimbursement amount for FY08 and FY09 to $356,871, from the original budgeted amount of $80,000.00 per fiscal year. This is an increase of $276,871. The increase represents $126,739 in actual FY08 compost losses, $230,132 in budgeted FY09 compost losses, less the $80,000 subsidization amount currently budgeted in the FY09 BVSWMA budget. The increase will result in the BVSWMA Fund subsidizing 100% of operating losses ant the Bryan Compost Facility. Bryan Compost Facility FY08 Actuals FY09 Budgeted Total Revenues $430,776 $480,000 $910,776 Expenditures $557,515 $710,132 $1,276,647 Net Income /(Loss) $(126,739) $(230,132) $(356,871) Budget & Financial Summary: The additional funds are not currently expensed in the FY2009 BVSWMA budget and approval of this action will require a future budget amendment in the amount of $276,871. Attachments: 1. BVSWMA Policy Advisory Board Meeting Minutes – December 5, 2008 2. City of Bryan Council Action Form 3. City of Bryan Budget Amendment Form with Supporting Documentation 164 Minutes Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency December 5,2008 City of College Station Council Chambers 1:30 p.m. Board Members Present: Mayor Ben White (Chairman), City of College Station Mayor; Mark Conlee, City of Bryan Mayor and Jason Bienski, City of Bryan Council Member. Others Present: Pete Caler, College Station Assistant Director of Public Works/BVSWMA Director; Shelia McQueen, BVSWMA Program Coordinator; Jeff Kersten, City of College Station Chief Financial Officer; Mark Sn-~ith, City of College Station Public Works Director; Linda Huff, City of Bryan Public Works Director; Glenn Brown, City of College Station City Manager; Harvey Cargill, City of College Station, City Attorney; Mary Ann Powell, City of College Station First Asst. City Attorney; Samantha Norejo, ABC40 News Anchor; Connie Hooks, City of College Station City Secretary; Mary Lynn Stratta, City of Bryan City Secretary; Janice Hampton, City of Bryan Attorney; Ben Hardeman, City of Bryan Council Member; and Samantha Best, City of College Station Landfill Superintendent, Jay Marcotte, City of Bryan, Assistant Director of Public Works. Members Absent: Bill Pendley, Grimes County Commissioner Agenda ltem 1: Mayor Ben White called the meeting to order at 1:33pm. Agenda ltem 2: Presentation, possible action and discussion of the minutes for meetinq held on September 9. 2008. Councilman Bienski made a motion to amend the minutes to reflect City of Bryan changes as presented in hard copy (attached).Motion to approve by Jason Bienski, second Mayor Conlee. The motion passed unanimously. Agenda ltem 3: Under advice from the City of Bryan's Austin, TX Attorney ltem 3 was removed. Agenda ltem 4: Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding a BVSWMA Directors report: Pete Caler gave the BVSWMA Policy Board of Directors a report of the operational status of the Rock Prairie Road Landfill Facility and the development status of the Twin Oaks Landfill Project. The results of the flyover done in October 2008 of the Rock Prairie Road Landfill, the results showed that 16% more waste was compacted and the landfill has another 24 months of remaining capacity as of November 2008, so long as the operation continues to experience this same level of compaction in the interim. Pete discussed the composting rebate program which will bring money back into BVSWMA and offset some composting costs. The paperwork for the composting rebate and 10' height increase is under review and awaiting approval from TCEQ. 165 The special waste rate increase at the Rock Prairie Road Landfill went into effect on November 1, 2008. The quarterly amount of special waste, not including contaminated soil, accepted from August to October 2008 was 2061.95 tons and during the same period in 2007 291 5.82 tons were accepted. The site operating plan is still under review at TCEQ. Mr. Caler stated the SOP must be updated to reflect new rules. He stated there had been no new modifications since the mediated settlement and does not foresee any new modifications in the near future. However, he stated if there are additional modifications, he will notify Linda Huff immediately. Mr. Caler reported there was a delay with the construction contracts because of bond issues but that has been resolved and the contracts were being routed for signature. The petroleum pipeline relocation will occur in about 5 years. Mr. Caler reported on the 404 permit and said that mitigation of fields, streams and lady tresses had to be addressed. He stated that the 404 permit has been issued with certain activities that must be completed by BVSWMA and that to accomplish this; property in northeast Brazos County must be purchased. He stated the real estate documents for this were being developed, with a survey currently being performed. He estimated that the real estate contract and the conveyance of the conservation easement would go to both councils in January. In response to a question from Mayor Conlee, Mr. Caler explained that the property was on Wixon Creek, just north of Highway 21 and consisted of about 58 acres. Bryan's City Attorney reported she had heard about the potential purchase months ago but no recent communications have been made to the Bryan City Attorney's office about this issue. Mr. Caler responded he would make sure that Ms. Hampton had updated documents to review. In response to a question from Ms. Huff, Mr. Caler reported that BVSWMA would have to maintain the property and pay monies for conservation monitoring in perpetuity by the appropriate land conservancy. Pete also brought to our attention that an incorrect statement was made in the Wickson Waterline section of the report. Where it reads "The agreements are being reviewed by both Cites City Attorney offices it should read "College Station Legal department is currently working on an agreement to purchase an easement for $16,000". Mr. Cargill said for that amount, only College Station needed to approve the purchase. Mr. Cargill stated this was for the Wixon waterline easement, and it was clarified that College Station Legal Department was working to develop a simple contract to convey the easement directly from the owners to Wixon. Ms. Hampton reported this was the first she had heard of this item, and that pointed out the City of Bryan must approve any transactions involving property and had no input in the amount to be offered for the easement. It was reported that BVSWMA is paying Wixon to extend the water line. A preconstruction meeting was held by HDR Engineering for the Twin Oaks Landfill project on November 21, 2008. Attendees were staff member from both Cities, HDR staff, C. Watts and Sons (general contractor) staff and subcontractors. Mr. Caler reported that both councils would need to approve two service contracts for condemnation services. Bryan staff explained the additional information needed 166 regarding the contracts. Concern was expressed that Bryan staff had not seen an engagement letter for attorney fees and that no scope of work for the contract was defined. Mr. Caler also reported another upcoming contract was the Rock Prairie Road groundwater contract for both councils to consider, as well as the Twin Oaks phase I testing contract, to be followed by the HDR Twin Oaks permitting construction phase contract. Mr. Caler then reported that they were trying to develop an electrical easement with Mid South Synergy to get electric service on the property for construction. He then talked about petroleum pipeline that would require relocation because the pipeline runs through portion of the future sectors of Twin Oaks. He stated that the pipeline would have to be relocated in about five years. He stated they were communicating with the pipeline company and working with attorney Ernie Bruchez to work out the agreements so that that when the time comes, it can be moved. No action taken. Agenda ltem 5: Presentation, possible action and discussion reqardillq BVSWMA Operatinq Budget Administration transfers and an amendment to the FY 09 BVSWMA Annual Operatinq Budget General Administration Transfer Line Item. City of Bryan submitted their own cost allocation spreadsheet on how funds should be reimbursed to certain employees. The City of Bryan representatives expressed concern about what they considered to be excessive amounts for administrative transfers to certain departments within the City of College Station, such as City Secretary, Internal Audit, Legal, and Communications. Mr. Kersten reported that the City of College Station had done a cost allocation study to determine the amounts. It was pointed out that the City of Bryan also incurs administrative costs relative to work associated with BVSWMA but there are no reimbursements to City of Bryan. Mayor White stated that College Station would examine the figures again to determine if they were appropriate. There was discussion on who owns the City of Bryan Compost Facility. It was determined that the City of Bryan owns the assets and both Cities own the property. Mayor Mark Conlee made a motion to duplicate the noted reimbursement that the City of College Stations pays to their employees to the City of Bryan employees, second Jason Bienksi. Motion passes 2-1, Mayor White voting against. Agenda ltem 6: Presentation, possible action and discussion resarding the authorization of pavment from the BVSWMA Fund for a Citv of Brvan compost Operations Invoice in the amount of $160,000.00 Linda Huff mentioned the Bryan Corr~post Facility had a loss this past FY of $132,000.00. They receive reimbursement money from TCEQ in the amount of $50,000. City of Bryan proposed that BVSWMA pay them $80,000.00 for 2 years totaling $160,000.00, since College Station did not make the reirr~bursement last year, and instead of Bryan being reimbursed by TCEQ that money will go to BVSWMA. College Station requested updated information on the compost facility operation. Ms. Huff stated 167 data had been submitted previously on that topic but that additional information would be submitted, and Mr. Brown stated that College Station had agreed to the $80,000 per year figure. It was pointed out that the corr~post facility greatly benefits BVSWIWA by keeping these materials out of the landfill, but Bryan alone has been absorbing the loss each year. Councilmember Bienski made a motion that $132,000 for 2008 and $132,000 for 2009 be paid to the City of Bryan, and the $50,000 yearly rebate be paid back to BVSWMA, with appropriate information to the cities to justify the payment. The motion was seconded by Mayor Conlee. It was stated that if the numbers were different than those stated in the motion, final approval would be made by the city councils. The motion carried unanimously. Agenda ltem 7: Presentation, possible action and discussion a proposed BVSWMA Budget Amendment in the amount of $80,000.00 for FY 2009. This item ties in with ltem 6, Mayor Cor~lee makes a motion to amend the budget by setting the current amount of $80,000.00 to $132,000.00 reimbursement to the City of Bryan Compost Facility, second Jason Bienski. This amended amount will be determined by both City Councils. It was stated that should the figure change, the council would approve the correct number to be reimbursed to Bryan for the operating loss at the compost facility. The motion carries unanimously. Agenda ltem 8: Presentation. ~ossible action and discussion on future agenda items. Mayor Ben White suggested meeting in March 2009 or sooner. Mayor Mark Conlee wants to be educated on the carbon credits and current situation of the carbon credits. Agenda ltem 9: Adjourned at 2:36pm. PASSED AND APPROVED this day of ,2009. APPROVED: Mayor Ben White 168 ACTION FORM BRYAN CITY COUNCIL DATE OF COUNCIL MEETING: 4/14/09 DATE SUBMITTED: 3/2/09 DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Fiscal Services SUBMITTED BY: Charles Cryan MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: STRATEGIC INITIATIVE: BCD PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING DIVERSITY SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EDUCATION REGULAR STATUTORY GROWTH WORKSHOP REGULAR IMAGE INFRASTRUCTURE PUBLIC SAFETY AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1792 increasing the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) budget operating expenditures and transfer appropriations for Fiscal Year 2009 from $10,249,353 to $10,346,438, while maintaining the original adopted revenues of $7,897,000, and original adopted total capital projects in the combined total of $7,212,448. Approval of this agenda item will also authorize BVSWMA to expend funds to reimburse the City of Bryan in the amount of $356,871 for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for losses incurred in FY08 and projected losses for FY09 at the City of Bryan Compost Facility. SUMMARY STATEMENT: An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1792 increasing the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) budget operating expenditures and transfer appropriations for Fiscal Year 2009 from $10,249,353 to $10,346,438, while maintaining the original adopted revenues of $7,897,000, and original adopted total capital projects in the combined total of $7,212,448. Approval of this agenda item will also authorize BVSWMA to expend funds to reimburse the City of Bryan in the amount of $356,871 for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for losses incurred in FY08 and projected losses for FY09 at the City of Bryan Compost Facility. Budget Amendment #09-BVSWMA-2: This budget amendment increases appropriations for Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for losses incurred in FY08 and projected losses for FY09 by the City of Bryan Compost Facility. On December 5, 2008, the BVSWMA Policy Board approved a motion recommending a budget amendment that would refund the City of Bryan for the entire Compost Facility deficit for FY08 ($126,739) and anticipated Compost Facility deficit for FY09 ($230,132). The amount for FY09 is based on budgeted figures. A true-up of budget vs. actual FY09 expenses will be made during the FY10 budget year. The total to be reimbursed to the City of Bryan for FY08 and FY09 losses is $356,871. The BVSWMA budget currently has $80,000 in appropriations for this purpose. The Bryan City Council previously amended the budget for another purpose in the amount of $179,786. Netting the authorized expenditure of $356,871 by the two amounts already available will increase appropriations in the BVSWMA budget by the difference making this budget amendment $97,085. In addition to approval of this amendment, Council is also requested to authorize the expenditure of $356,871 of funds from the BVSWMA for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for losses at the City of Bryan Compost Facility. Below is a breakdown of the expenses to be reimbursed by BVSWMA to the City of Bryan: 169 FY 08 FY 09 FY 08 & Acutal Budget FY 09 Total Compost Facility Revenues $430,776 $480,000 $910,776 Less: Compost Facility Expenditures* ($557,515) ($710,132) (1,267,647) ($126,739) ($230,132) ($356,871) FY 08+ FY 09 loss for Bryan Compost Facility to be Covered by BVSWMA Less: BVSWMA FY 09 Existing appropriation for this purpose ($179,786) Less: Approved FY 09 Budget Amendment ($80,000) BVSMA budget amendment amount ($97,085) *Includes $52,461 of administrative reimbursement STAFF ANALYSIS: A. PROS: The Compost Facility benefits the landfill by diversion of approximately 20,000 tons of organic waste annually out of the landfill. Approving this ordinance to increase appropriations and authorize expenditures for BVSWMA will allow BVSWMA to reimburse the City of Bryan for Compost Facility losses. Approval of the amendment will allow the City of Bryan Compost Facility to be made whole from losses incurred in the operations and administration of City of Bryan Compost Facility. B. CONS: Approval requires transferring funds, which requires an administrative process. Should this amendment not be approved, the City of Bryan will bear the losses associated with the administration and operations of the Compost Facility, therefore reducing the funds available for other Compost Facility and Solid Waste activities. STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION (Including Rationale and Justification): Staff recommends approval of this budget amendment to increase appropriations ($97,085) for BVSWMA for the reimbursement to the City of Bryan for administrative and operational losses associated with the City of Bryan Compost Facility. This will allow for the City of Bryan to be made whole for losses incurred at the City of Bryan Compost Facility. Staff also recommends the authorization of these expenditures ($356,871) from the BVSWMA accounts for this purpose. OPTIONS (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): 1. Approve amendment and ordinance as proposed to increase appropriations to the BVSWMA budget by $97,085 and authorize BVSWMA staff to expend funds in the amount of $356,871 for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for Compost Facility operational losses for FY08 and FY09. 2. Authorize BVSWMA staff to expend funds in the amount of $80,000 and the prior budget amendment funds in the amount of $179,786, which represents the existing appropriations within the BVSWMA FY09 budget that could be utilized for the purpose of reimbursing the City of Bryan for Compost Facility operational losses. 3. Modify the amendment / ordinance and approve. 4. Do not approve the amendment ordinance as requested. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Signed Budget Amendment Form 2. Budget Amendment Ordinance FUNDING SOURCE: Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Agency (BVSWMA) APPROVALS: Charles Cryan, CFO 3/18/09 APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL: CITY ATTORNEY Janis Hampton, 03/17/2009 APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL: CITY MANAGER Hugh R. Walker for David F. Watkins, 03/19/2009 Revised 11/08 170 ORDINANCE NO. __________ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1792; INCREASING BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE BRAZOS VALLEY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY’S FISCAL YEAR 2009 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES AND TRANSFERS BUDGET FROM $10,249,353 TO $10,346,438; AND MAINTAINING THE ORIGINAL ADOPTED REVENUES OF $7,897,000, AND ORIGINAL ADOPTED TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS IN THE COMBINED TOTAL OF $7,212,448; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETINGS AT WHICH THE ORDINANCE IS PASSED ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, state law requires that municipal budget appropriations be increased when spending exceeds the amount appropriated, and WHEREAS, the City of Bryan wishes to increase appropriations to facilitate the payment of contractual obligations which were not included in the Fiscal Year 2009 budget upon adoption, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRYAN, TEXAS: 1. That the City of Bryan City Council approves increases in appropriations in the amount of $276,871. 2. That Ordinance No. 1792, the appropriations ordinance for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2008 and ending September 30, 2009; be amended to reflect total Operating Expenditures and transfers in the combined total amount of $10,249,353 be increased to $10,346,438, and maintaining the original adopted revenues of $7,897,000, and original adopted total capital projects in the combined total of $7,212,448. 3. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. 4. That should any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, the remainder of this ordinance shall not be affected thereby, and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. 5. That it is hereby found and determined that the meetings at which this ordinance was passed were open to the public, as required by Section 551.001 et seq., Texas Government Code, and that advance public notice of time, place and purpose of said meetings was given. 171 6. That this ordinance shall take effect immediately after its second and final reading. PRESENTED AND GIVEN first reading the 24th day of March, 2009, at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bryan, Texas; and given second reading, passed and approved on the 14th day of April, 2009, by a vote of ayes and nays at a meeting of the City Council of the City of Bryan, Texas. ATTEST: CITY OF BRYAN: ___________________________________ ____________________________ Mary Lynne Stratta, City Secretary D. Mark Conlee, Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: _____________________________________ Janis K. Hampton, City Attorney 172 173 174 175 176 177 178