HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/12/2024 - Regular Minutes - City CouncilMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
IN -PERSON WITH TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF BRAZOS
Present:
John Nichols, Mayor
Council:
Mark Smith
William Wright
Linda Harvell
Elizabeth Cunha
Bob Yancy
Dennis Maloney
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City Staff:
Bryan Woods, City Manager
Jeff Capps, Deputy City Manager
Adam Falco, City Attorney
Leslie Whitten, Deputy City Attorney
Tanya Smith, City Secretary
Ian Whittenton, Deputy City Secretary
1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present.
With a quorum present, the meeting of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor
Nichols via In -Person and Teleconference at 3:00 p.m. on September 12, 2024, in the Council
Chambers of the City of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas 77840.
2. Executive Session Agenda.
In accordance with the Texas Government Code §551.071-Consultation with Attorney, and §551.072-
Real Estate, §551.074-Personnel, and the College Station City Council convened into Executive
Session at 3:00 p.m. on September 12, 2024, to continue discussing matters pertaining to:
2.1. Consultation with Attorney to seek advice regarding pending or contemplated litigation, to
wit:
• Shana Elliott and Lawrence Kalke v. City of College Station, et al., Cause No. 22-001122-CV-
85, in the 85th District Court, Brazos County, Texas; and
• City of College Station v. 47 Oaks, LLC, Cause No. 626-CC, in the County Court at Law No.
2 of Brazos County, Texas; and
• The City of College Station v. The Public Utility Commission of Texas, Cause No. D- l -GN-
24-005680 in the 200th District Court, Travis County, Texas; and
• Cynthia Hopkins & Geoffry Hopkins v City of College Station, Cause No. 23-002880-CV-85
in the 85th District Court, Brazos County Texas.
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• Legal advice related to an interlocal agreement with the City of Bryan for sewer service.
• Legal advice regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan by amending the
Thoroughfare Plan and Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan to remove the future
extension of Balcones Drive.
• Legal advice related to the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction and SB 2038.
2.2. Deliberation on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; to wit:
• Approximately 28 acres of land generally located at Midtown Drive and Corporate Pkwy in
the Midtown Business Park.
• Property generally located in the area of FM 60, Boyett Street, Church Ave. and College Main
Street.
2.3. Deliberation on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline,
or dismissal of a public officer; to wit:
• City Manager
• City Attorney
• City Judge
• City Secretary
• City Auditor
• Council Self -Evaluation
3. The Open Meeting Will Reconvene No Earlier than 6:00 PM from Executive Session and City
Council will take action, if any.
Executive Session recessed at 6:18 p.m. No action was taken.
4. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, consider absence request.
5. PRESENTATION - PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS.
5.1. Presentation proclaiming September 12, 2024, as Puppy Mill Awareness Day.
Mayor Nichols presented a proclamation declaring September 12, 2024, as Puppy Mill Awareness
Day.
5.2. Presentation proclaiming September 17th through 23rd as Constitution Week.
Mayor Nichols presented a proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2024, as Constitution Week.
6. Hear Visitors Comments.
Lee Thomas, College Station, came before Council concerning Perry Hills roads, parking, and trash
pickup due to the Aggie Shakes and visitors parking.
7. CONSENT ITEMS
Presentation, discussion, and possible action on consent items which consist of ministerial, or
"housekeeping" items as allowed by law: A Councilmember may request additional information
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at this time. Any Councilmember may remove an item from the Consent Agenda for a separate
vote.
Item 7.3 was pulled from Consent for clarification.
(7.3) Jeff Kersten, Assistant City Manager, explained that this project is set to be funded by issuing
debt but it is possible to fund this project out of the reserve fund.
7.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action of minutes for:
• August 22, 2024 Council Meeting
7.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Resolution No. 09-12-24-7.2
authorizing the City Manager to approve and execute all insurance policy documents and to
approve policy related expenditures provided that such expenditures are appropriated from
available funds approved from the annual budget and consistent with state and local laws for
Fiscal Year 2025 in an amount not to exceed $1,349,924.04.
7.3. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a construction contract with Aria Signs and
Design for City Gateway Sign 3 (West) for $270,000, plus the City's contingency of $21,600 for
a total appropriation of $291,600, and Resolution Declaring Intention to Reimburse Certain
Expenditures with Proceeds from Debt. Approval of this item grants authority for the City
Manager to authorize project expenditures up to the City's contingency amount.
7.4. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a Construction Contract with Dudley
Construction, LLC. in the amount of $196,000 for construction services for the American
Pavilion Renovation at Veterans Park Project, plus the City's contingency in the amount of
$34,000 for a total appropriation of $230,000. Approval of this item grants authority for the City
Manager to authorize project expenditures up to the City's contingency amount.
7.5. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on the second reading of a franchise agreement
Ordinance No. 2024-4546 with 2906 Holdings, LLC (dba Waste Falcon) for the collection of
recyclables from commercial businesses and multi -family locations.
7.6. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a contract for marketing and
advertising services with The Zimmerman Agency, LLC in an amount not to exceed $625,000.
7.7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Ordinance No. 2024-4547 amending Section
3 of Ordinance 2024-4530 ordering a General Election to be held November 5, 2024 for the
purpose of electing City Councilmember Place 3, City Councilmember Place 4, City
Councilmember Place 5 and City Councilmember Place 6, to the voters, by amending a vote
center location as prescribed by Brazos County. (Presentation, discusion y posible action sobre
una Ordenanza No. 2024-4547 que enmienda la seccion 3 de la Ordenanza 2024-4530 que ordena
una Elecion General a celebrarse el 5 de noviembre de 2024 con el proposito de elegir un
miembro de conseio puesto numero 3, miembro de consejo puesto numero 4, miembro de
consejo puesto numero 5, y miembro de consejo puesto numero 6, a los votantes, enmienda la
ubicacion de un centro de votacion segun to prescrito por el Condado de Brazos.)
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Smith and a second by Councilmember Harvell,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent agenda with the
exception of Item 7.3. The motion carried unanimously.
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(7.3) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Cunha and a second by Councilmember
Maloney, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent 7.3 with
the amendment of using the reserve fund for the construction contract with Aria Signs and Design for
City Gateway Sign 3 (West) for $270,000, plus the City's contingency of $21,600 for a total
appropriation of $291,600. The motion carried unanimously.
8. WORKSHOP ITEMS
8.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a partnership agreement for services
from Plug and Play.
Michael Ostrowski, Chief Development Officer, introduced Susan Davenport, Brazos Valley
Economic Development Corporation President and CEO, who will present the presentation regarding
a partnership agreement for services from Plug and Play
Susan Davenport, BVEDC President and CEO, stated that Plug and Play is an innovation platform,
connecting startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. Plug
and Play helps governments with ecosystem building, job creation, tax revenue, accelerator programs,
corporate attraction, and startup support. Mr. Ostrowski provided more information about Plug and
Play and the value that we can bring from an economic development perspective, as well as a possible
partnership agreement between Texas A&M, the City of College Station, and the City of Bryan.
Tactics
• New Business Attraction
• Business Retention / Expansion
• Innovation Ecosystem
Target Industry Sectors Special Focus
Life Sciences
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Semiconductors
Energy Transition
Professional Services
Animal, Plant, Human - R&D, Advanced Manufacturing
R&D, Advanced Manufacturing
R&D, Advanced Manufacturing
HQ- Domestic and Intl. Companies
Digital Technology — Al, IT, Product Development
Aerospace
R&D, Advanced Manufacturing, Test Facilities
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Innovation Platform
ACCELERATOR
PROGRAMS
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We run over 65
accelerator programs
annually in most major
industries and cities
CORPORATE
INNOVATION
We supercharge the
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major corporations
from every continent
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CAPITAL
We invest in over 250
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More than an accelerator program
Program
Boards dictates
Program Focus Drive
Selection Process
Activities Services Executive Network
Events Dealflow Sessions Corporate innovation
best practices
Focus Weeks Reverse Dealflows seminars
Connect Public Sector, Workshops Office Hours Roundtable dinners
Academia&
Corporations Career Fair DeepDives Exclusive themed pitch
events
DEI and community Community- Innovation Days
focused elements engagement
Selection Day and EXPO Hackathon
8.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an update on library services.
Ross Brady, Chief of Staff, provided an update on the library's operations and programs services. The
Library's total programs performed in FY24 was 514 and the breakdown of programs are children
programs, teen/tween programs, adult programs and general interest programs. The total visitors at
the Larry Ringer in FY24 were 197,436 and the average visitors per month was 15,187. Mr. Brady
explained the circulation in College Station is 409,137, that's up $18K and Bryan (Mounce) was
235,716. Based on the FY23 Budget to what the actuals are, in most years the City of Bryan pays us
a credit, the is a one-time personnel expenditure of $100,000 and recurring IT expenditures of
$200,000. The FY25 payment to the City of Bryan as increased $300,000 totaling the FY25 Budget
to $1.7 million.
Accreditation Standards
A library serving 100,001 - 200,000 persons must:
• Local library expenditures of $10.18 per capita
• 1 item per capita
• At least 1% of collection purchased in last 5 years
• Be open for service not less than 54 hours per week
• Employ a library director for at least 40 hours per week
• Employ 4 full-time equivalent professional librarians, with one
additional FTE librarian for each 50,000 persons above 100,000.
Current population estimate 130,000
Current collection 86,298
Deficit 43,702
Estimated cost per item $20.00
Cost to eliminate deficit $874,040
Current materials budget $110,000
Years to eliminate deficit 7.95
Audit Recommendation and Attrition
• 2014 Audit had 13 recommendations
• Audit follow-up in 2023
• 11 of 13 audit recommendations have been fully or partially implemented
• Unimplemented Recommendations
• Adjust staffing levels to increase materials budget
• Use turnover to implement seasonal staffing for library assistants
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8.3. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a summary of the June Special Event
Paid Parking Pilot Program.
Jennifer Prochaska, Assistant City Manager, presented a summary of the June Special Event Paid
Parking Pilot Program. The Pilot Program included two summer events, which was a soccer game
and concert. The total revenue was $24,825 and the total expenses was $11,497 this was from park
mobile and neighborhood parking zones without being sited.
Fiscal Summate - Includes staff time, signage, mapping and outreach but no enforcement revenue.
MIN
Planning*
Soccer
Game
Concert
Total
Revenue
Expense
$5,157
$11,025 $3,421
$13,800 $2,919
Profit
$24,825 $11,497 $13,328
Pilot Planning Estimates
Location
Available
Spaces
City Hall
207
Wayne Smith
192
Revenue
Potential
$5,175
$4, 800
Lincoln Rec Center 110 $2, 750
$4,250
Southside 1 -
Redmond
170
Southside 2 - Heart 875 $21,875
Southside 3 - Glade 509 $12,725
Total
2,063
Revenue Potential
Location
City Hall
Wayne Smith
Lincoln Rec Center
Southside 1 - Redmond*
Southside 2 - Heart
Southside3 - Glade
Total
$51,575
Avail
Spaces
Revenue - 0
Exemptions **
207 $5,175
192 $4,800
110 $2, 750
170 $4,250
875 $21,875
509 $12,725
2,063
Parcels
in Zone
Revenue-1
Exemptions
$5,175
$4,800
$2, 750
126 $1,100
507 $9,200
406 $2,575
Revenue - 2
Exemptions
$5,175
$4,800
$2, 750
$51,575 $25,600 $12,725
* Area not recommended to be included
** Assumes $25 per vehicle rate - staff recommends increase
Direction & Decision Points
1. Implement paid parking program for event and game days?
2. Additional information or outreach?
3. When?
4. Where?
• City Parking lots
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• Neighborhood Parking zones
5. Exemptions for residents?
6. One-time costs
At approximately 8:11 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened for Citizen Comments.
Mike Ashfield, College Station, came before Council speaking against paid parking in the Southside
Neighborhood. He brought forward the City of College Station quality of life mission statement and
asked the council to consider how this program would align with that. He concluded by saying the
neighborhood is welcoming to family, friends, and visitors and paid parking for guests is
unwelcoming.
There being no further comments, the Citizen Comments was closed at 8:14 p.m.
A majority of Council directed staff to not move forward with the game day paid parking program.
9. REGULAR ITEMS
Regular Item 9.3 was presented before 9.1 and 9.2.
9.1. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2024-
4548 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4 "Zoning Districts,"
Section 4.2 "Official Zoning Map" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station,
Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from GS General Suburban or PDD Planned
Development District to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay or MH Middle
Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay and NAP Natural Areas Protected for
approximately 18.66 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land lying and being
situated in the J.E. Scott league, Abstract No. 50 and Crawford Burnett league, Abstract No. 7,
in College Station, Brazos County, Texas, including portions of the F.S. Kapchinski Subdivision
as described by a plat reconstructed from deed records recorded in volume Y, page 618-A of the
Mechanics & Materialman's Lien Records of Brazos County, Texas, and subsequent replats of
portions of it, generally for the properties located along Park Place and Boardwalk Court.
Regular Items 9.1 and 9.2 were opened and presented together.
9.2. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2024-
4549 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4 "Zoning Districts,"
Section 4.2 "Official Zoning Map" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station,
Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from GS General Suburban or D Duplex to
MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay for approximately 1.10 acres being all
of that certain tract or parcel of land lying and being situated in the Richard Carter league,
Abstract No. 8, in College Station, Brazos County, Texas, being a portion of Lot 12 of the D.A.
Smith Subdivision as described by plat recorded in volume 49, page 106 of the Deed Records of
Brazos County, Texas, and the northeast half (approximate) of the adjoining right-of-way of
Turner Street, generally for the properties located along Gilbert Street and Turner Street.
Jeff Howell, Planning and Development, stated that the intent of the Mixed Residential land use is to
accommodate a walkable pattern of small lots, small blocks, and well-connected street pattern that
supports surrounding neighborhoods. Developments in this district should prioritize a mix of housing
types and scales located near community facilities or adjacent to commercial or neighborhood centers.
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The MH Middle Housing zoning district is aligned with that vision. The zoning districts that are
generally appropriate within Mixed Residential include: middle housing, duplex, townhouse, and
limited -scale single-family zoning. Finally, a portion of the area also contains the floodplain from the
adjacent Wolf Pen Creek tributary, which is proposed to be covered by the portion zoned as NAP
Natural Areas Protected. For Natural and Open Areas, the Comprehensive Plan provides the
following: This land use designation is generally for areas that represent a constraint to development
and that should be conserved for their natural function or open space qualities. These areas include
floodplains, riparian buffers, common areas, and open space. The boundaries of the Natural & Open
Areas land use are illustrative, and the exact location of floodplains and other physical constraints are
determined during the development process.
Mr. Howell went on to state that the subject property is bordered by commercial and multifamily
zoned properties to the north, multifamily development to the south and west, commercial uses to the
east closer towards Texas Avenue. Development pressure continues to grow as new generations of
students, young professionals, families, and seniors move to College Station; allowing and
encouraging redevelopment opportunities helps alleviate some of the pressure in the market. The MH
Middle Housing zoning district enables redevelopment of these lots at an appropriate scale, permitting
the increase in residential density on these sites. The residential uses permitted in the MH Middle
Housing zoning district are appropriate for this area, as it allows for additional residential density to
meet market demand, while still fitting into the context of the surrounding areas. Additionally, the
HOO High Occupancy Overlay, which allows shared housing uses, was determined to be appropriate
for the subject properties due to the proximity to Texas A&M University and a Texas A&M
Transportation Services bus route and the development pattern of the properties within the area.
Public engagement sessions were held earlier this year in February and March to receive additional
feedback prior to moving forward with the survey work necessary. After receiving the completed
survey and considering the rezoning criteria, City staff has determined that this area is appropriate for
rezoning to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay and are recommending approval.
The HOO High Occupancy Overlay would allow the shared housing use as long as the property met
the requirements for that use.
Both items were heard at the August 15th, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting where the
Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval.
At approximately 11:11 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
Clif Groce, College Station, came before Council stating his concerns of Area K of working-class
taxpayers being pushed out with this overlay and the neighborhood next to them are receiving the
overlay.
Virgia Thomas, College Station, came before Council to state that with an area potentially growing to
accommodate a higher population and streets that fire trucks can't get down the rezoning is a safety
issue.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 11:20 p.m.
(9.1) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Maloney and a second by Councilmember
Smith, the City Council voted two (2) for and five (5) opposed, with Mayor Nichols and
Councilmembers Smith, Harvell, Cunha and Yancy voting against, to adopt Ordinance No. 2024-
4548, amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4 "Zoning Districts," Section
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4.2 "Official Zoning Map" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by
changing the zoning district boundaries from GS General Suburban or PDD Planned Development
District to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay or MH Middle Housing and HOO
High Occupancy Overlay and NAP Natural Areas Protected for approximately 18.66 acres being all
of that certain tract or parcel of land lying and being situated in the J.E. Scott league, Abstract No. 50
and Crawford Burnett league, Abstract No. 7, in College Station, Brazos County, Texas, including
portions of the F.S. Kapchinski Subdivision as described by a plat reconstructed from deed records
recorded in volume Y, page 618-A of the Mechanics & Materialman's Lien Records of Brazos County,
Texas, and subsequent replats of portions of it, generally for the properties located along Park Place
and Boardwalk Court. The motion failed.
(9.2) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Maloney and a second by Councilmember
Smith, the City Council voted five (5) for and two (2) opposed, with Councilmembers Harvell and
Yancy voting against, to adopt Ordinance No. 2024-4549, amending Appendix A, Unified
Development Ordinance, Article 4 "Zoning Districts," Section 4.2 "Official Zoning Map" of the Code
of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from
GS General Suburban or D Duplex to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay for
approximately 1.10 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land lying and being situated in the
Richard Carter league, Abstract No. 8, in College Station, Brazos County, Texas, being a portion of
Lot 12 of the D.A. Smith Subdivision as described by plat recorded in volume 49, page 106 of the
Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and the northeast half (approximate) of the adjoining right-
of-way of Turner Street, generally for the properties located along Gilbert Street and Turner Street.
The motion carried.
9.3. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2024-
4550 amending the Comprehensive Plan by amending the Thoroughfare Plan and Bicycle,
Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan to remove the future extension of Balcones Drive, a
Minor Collector, between the Jones Crossing Development and Welsh Avenue including
associated future bike lanes and sidewalks. (This item 9.3 was presented before items 9.1 and 9.2)
Jason Schubert, Planning and Development, stated that the applicant is requesting to amend the
Comprehensive Plan by amending the Thoroughfare Plan and Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways
Master Plan to remove the future extension of Balcones Drive, a Minor Collector, between the Jones
Crossing Development and Welsh Avenue including associated future bike lanes and sidewalks. This
section of future Minor Collector is approximately 1,675 feet in length, of which approximately 450
feet is located in existing right-of-way and approximately 1,225 feet is located on property owned by
the First Baptist Church of College Station. The existing portion of Balcones Drive from Wellborn
Road (FM 2154) into the Jones Cross Development is approximately 1,500 feet in length and was
constructed in 2018 with the platting of the property and development of the HEB site. As described
in the Review Criteria, removal of the Balcones Drive extension will have a negative impact to the
transportation network serving this area of the city.
Review Criteria for Comprehensive Plan Amendments
1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area of the City;
2. Compatibility with the existing uses, development patterns, and character of the immediate
area concerned, the general area, and the City as a whole;
3. Impact on environmentally sensitive and natural areas;
4. Impacts on infrastructure, including water, wastewater, drainage, and the transportation
network; and
5. Consistency with the goals and strategies set forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
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The Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board considered only the request's effect on
biking, walking and greenways and recommended approval (3-1-1) at their August 12, 2024 meeting.
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended denial (6-0) at their August 15, 2024
meeting. Staff recommends denial of the request.
At approximately 10:19 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
Darren R. Hromas, College Station, stated he is a member of First Baptist Church on their Developing
Committee. Mr. Hromas came with a plan but hearing the information given this evening, he feels
like he doesn't have all the information or the incorrect information.
Pastor Steve Rodgers, College Station, came before Council not in support of the proposed removal
of the future extension of Balcones Drive, a Minor Collector, between the Jones Crossing
Development and Welsh Avenue including associated future bike lanes and sidewalks. In return he
offered possible options: Abandon the extension since Owner can never build it; Waive the Owner
participation and allow Church to flourish; City builds extension in the future; City buys the
"orphaned" land created by the extension; Table the action and enter into discussions with all involved.
Patrick Seiber, College Station, came before Council to speaking on the expansion but stated that his
comments have been covered.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 10:26 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Smith and a second by Councilmember Wright,
the City Council voted six (6) for and one (1), with Councilmember Yancy voting against, to deny the
request to remove the Balcones from the Thoroughfare Plan on Ordinance No. 2024-4550, amending
the Comprehensive Plan by amending the Thoroughfare Plan and Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways
Master Plan to remove the future extension of Balcones Drive, a Minor Collector, between the Jones
Crossing Development and Welsh Avenue including associated future bike lanes and sidewalks. The
motion carried.
AMENDED MOTION: Upon an amended motion made by Councilmember Yancy and a second by
Councilmember Cunha, to table this item to the November 25, 2024 meeting.
AMENDED 1ST AMENDED MOTION: Upon an amended the amended motion made by
Councilmember Yancy and a second by Councilmember Cunha, the City Council voted three (3) for
and four (4) opposed, with Mayor Nichols and Councilmember Smith, Wright, and Maloney voting
against, to table this item to October 24, 2024 meeting. The motion failed.
Council also gave staff direction to engage stakeholders on the Balcones extension and discuss any
concerns or impacts of the project as well as bring back funding options.
9. Council Calendar
Council reviewed the calendar.
10. Items of Community Interest: The Council may receive reports from a Council Member or
City Staff about items of community interest for which notice has not been given, including:
expressions of thanks, congratulations or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules;
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honorary or salutary recognitions of a public official, public employee, or other citizen;
reminders of upcoming events organized or sponsored by the City of College Station;
information about a social, ceremonial or community event organized or sponsored by an entity
other than the City of College Station that is scheduled to be attended by a Council Member,
another city official or staff of the City of College Station; and announcements involving an
imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the City of College Station that has
arisen after the posting of the agenda.
Councilmember Harvell recognized Gladys Watson on her 100th Birthday.
Councilmember Maloney recognized Robert Borden on his retirement from The Eagle.
11. Council Reports on Committees, Boards, and Commission: A Council Member may make a
report regarding meetings of City Council boards and commissions or meetings of boards and
committees on which a Council Member serves as a representative that have met since the last
council meeting. (Committees listed in Coversheet)
Councilmember Maloney reported on Sister Cities.
Councilmember Cunha reported on BPG and considering a possible organizational and board name
change.
12. Future Agenda Items and Review of Standing List of Council Generated Future Agenda
Items: A Council Member may make a request to City Council to place an item for which no
notice has been given on a future agenda or may inquire about the status of an item on the
standing list of council generated future agenda items. A Council Member's or City Staff s
response to the request or inquiry will be limited to a statement of specific factual information
related to the request or inquiry or the recitation of existin_g policy in response to the request or
inquiry. Any deliberation of or decision about the subject of a request will be limited to a
proposal to place the subject on the agenda for a subsequent meeting
Councilmember Wright requested an item considering library boxes at various city facilities.
13. Adjournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Nichols adjourned the meeting of the City Council at 11:58
p.m. on Thursday, September 12, 2024.
Joh P. Nichols, Mayor
ATTE, T:
Tanya Smith, City Secretary
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