HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/09/2025 - Regular Minutes - City CouncilSTATE OF TEXAS
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
IN -PERSON WITH TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
JANUARY 9, 2025
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COUNTY OF BRAZOS §
Present:
John Nichols, Mayor
Council:
Mark Smith
William Wright
David White
Melissa Mcllhaney
Bob Yancy
Scott Shafer
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 Ouorum 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 4:01 p.m. on January 9, 2025, 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, §551.072-Real
Estate, §551.074-Personnel, and §551.087- Economic Incentive Negotiations and the College Station City
Council convened into Executive Session at 4:01 p.m. on January 9, 2025, 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
• The City of College Station v. The Public Utility Commission of Texas, Cause No. D-1-GN-24-
005680 in the 200th District Court, Travis County, Texas; and
• Texas A&M University System v. BVGCD, et al, Cause No. 24-002626-CV-472, in the 472nd
District Court, Brazos County.
• Legal advice regarding the process to acquire property needed for the Water Well 10 Access
Easement.
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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.
• Approximately 1.5 acres of land located 301 Patricia Street and review of the sealed bids submitted
under bid number 24-073.
• Approximately 8 acres of land located at 1508 Harvey Road.
• Approximately 300 acres generally located at Corporate Parkway and Midtown Drive in the
Midtown Business Park.
2.3. Deliberation on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or
dismissal of a public officer: to wit:
• Construction Board of Adjustments
• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Zoning Board of Adjustments
• City Secretary
• City Manager
• Council Self -Evaluation
2.4. Deliberation on an offer of financial or other incentives for a business prospect that the Council
seeks to have locate, stay or expand in or near the City; to wit:
• Economic development agreement for a development generally located at the intersection of
University Drive East and Tarrow Street.
• Economic development agreement for a development generally located at the intersection of
University Drive and College Avenue.
• Economic development agreement with Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas, LLC, f/k/a
Kalon Biotherapeutics LLC.
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 6:27 p.m. No action was taken.
4. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, consider absence request.
5. Hear Visitors Comments.
Scott Lovett, College Station, appeared before the Council about the denial of his ETJ petition on 96 Acres
located at Stousland Road. Mr. Lovett believes the Council wrongfully rejecting his petition a few months
prior, and he will keep reminding the Council that they are still in violation of state law.
Steve Lovett, College Station, came before Council concerning his denial of his SB 2038 related petition
last month and believes the Council violated state law by not releasing property.
6. 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 at
this time. Any Councilmember may remove an item from the Consent Agenda for a separate vote.
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No consent items were pulled for discussion.
6.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action of minutes for:
• December 12, 2024 Council Meeting
• December 17, 2024 Special Meeting
6.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on an annual contract for gasoline and diesel fuel
with Fikes Wholesale, Inc. for one (1) year, not to exceed $2,500,000.
6.3. Presentation, discussion, and possible action to ratify a funding agreement with Greater Brazos
Partnership for services related to Plug and Play in the amount not to exceed $250,000.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember White and a second by Councilmember Smith, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent agenda. The motion carried
unanimously.
7. WORKSHOP ITEMS
7.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Resolution No. 01-09-25-7.1 establishing
the City's legislative program for the 89th session of the Texas Legislature.
Jennifer Rodriguez, Attorney at Law, provided an update outlining what can be expected to occur during
the 2025 legislative session, which bills are likely to impact local governments, and ways in which the
city can participate in the legislative process. Current legislators and legislators -elect filed bills in advance
of the legislature convening January 14th and as of January 9th there are 1809 House bills and 752 Senate
bills filed with March 14th being the last day to file new bills.
Ross Brady, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that the City's legislative program directs the City
Manager and staff to support or oppose issues likely to arise during the 89th Legislative Session, and to
communicate those stances to members of the Texas Legislature. Staff request Council direction on the
proposed positions outlined:
• Local Control
• Protecting Water Resources
• TxDOT Funding for pedestrian crossings on University Drive
• ETJ Regulations
• HOT funding for a convention center
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Smith and a second by Councilmember Yancy, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Resolution No. 01-09-25-7.1
establishing the City's legislative program for the 89th session of the Texas Legislature, with the addition
of language that makes an exception to the opposition of revenue and/or tax caps without sustainable
offsetting revenue. The motion carried unanimously.
8. REGULAR ITEMS
8.1. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2025-
4568 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 boundary from R-4 Multi -Family to MF Multi -Family for
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approximately 2.018 acres at 550 Fraternity Row, being Lot 1, Block 70 of the Southwood Valley
Phase 28 Subdivision, generally located at of the intersection of Fraternity Row and Deacon Drive.
Gabriel Schrum, Planning and Development, stated that this request is to rezone approximately 2.018
acres of land located at 550 Fraternity Row from the retired zoning district R-4 Multi -Family to a current
zoning district of MF Multi -Family. The subject property was originally platted in 1972 and has been
utilized as a fraternity house up into the recent past in which it has sat vacant. The applicant intends to
rezone the lot for Dormitory use providing housing for the residents with a common kitchen, restrooms,
living rooms, and overall gathering space. They will also provide an office space within the structure
which would not have been allowed by the retired R-4 zoning district.
This item was heard at the January 2, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting where the
Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval.
At approximately 7:16 p.m., Mayor Nichols opened the Public Hearing.
There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:16 p.m.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Yancy and a second by Councilmember Williams,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-4568, 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
boundary from R-4 Multi -Family to MF Multi -Family for approximately 2.018 acres at 550 Fraternity
Row, being Lot 1, Block 70 of the Southwood Valley Phase 28 Subdivision, generally located at of the
intersection of Fraternity Row and Deacon Drive. The motion carried unanimously.
8.2. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Resolution No. 01-09-25-8.2 creating a
Housing Plan Advisory Committee.
David Brower, Community Services Analysis, stated that Council adopted the Housing Action Plan as an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan at their September 26, 2024, meeting which has sunset because
the duties of the committee was completed. The two main overarching goals of the Housing Action Plan
are to incentivize the production of more housing units of various types to meet growing demand and to
produce and preserve housing that is affordable to community members. The full adopted Housing Action
Plan can be found at online. Goal 3, Strategy 8, Action 1 of the Housing Action Plan calls for the creation
of a Housing Plan Advisory Committee to provide guidance, support, and direction in the execution of the
plan and help with the creation of a Housing Action Plan Annual Progress Report. The proposed resolution
would create a Housing Plan Advisory Committee with seven members serving staggered three-year
terms. The Committee would meet quarterly. If adopted, staff will solicit applicants for the Committee for
Council to consider for appointment in early Spring.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Shafer and a second by Councilmember Mcllhaney,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Resolution No. 01-09-25-8.2
creating a Housing Plan Advisory Committee. The motion carried unanimously.
8.3. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a real estate contract with The Corinth
Group, Inc. for the sale of approximately 13 acres, with the option to purchase the remaining
approximate 15 acres, in the Midtown Business Park at the intersection of Corporate Parkway and
State Highway 6 in the amount of $8.00 per square foot. The final square footage of the property
and Citv's remaining property will be identified on the approved replat.
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Michael Ostrowski, Chief Development Officer, stated the City entered into a brokerage services contract
with Oldham Goodwin Group, LLC (OGG) on May 13, 2024. Over the past several months, OGG
provided various marketing and listing services for the property. They are also coordinating developer
interest, prospective offers, and leading to negotiations with Corinth Group, Inc. on the sale of a portion
of Block A, Phase One, of the Midtown Business Park for future commercial development. Corinth intends
to do a retail development consisting of multiple buildings on the property, along with a plaza area to
create a distinctive area, as well as to help activate the property.
Mr. Ostrowski explained that to ensure the general layout and design of the property, including the plaza
area, a separate development agreement will need to be entered into at a later date. While a conceptual
site plan has been provided with the real estate agreement, such plan will change, and a finalized plan will
be incorporated into the development agreement. The purchase price of the property is $8 per square foot
for approximately 13 acres and includes an option to purchase the City's remaining property for up to
eighteen (18) months, commencing at the time the first certificate of occupancy is granted by the City for
a building on the property or thirty (30) months after the Closing Date under this Real Estate Contract,
whichever occurs first.
• Purchase Price: $8/SF
• Feasibility Period: 180 days, with an option to extend two additional 30-day periods for an
additional $10,000 each extension
• Earnest Money: $100,000, of which $50,000 serves as the Contract Fee and is non-refundable
Option Fee: $70,000 to exercise the seller's option to purchase the remaining property, credited to
the seller at closing of the remaining property
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Wright and a second by Councilmember Yancy, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve a real estate contract with The Corinth
Group, Inc. for the sale of approximately 13 acres, with the option to purchase the remaining approximate
15 acres, in the Midtown Business Park at the intersection of Corporate Parkway and State Highway 6 in
the amount of $8.00 per square foot. The motion carried unanimously.
8.4. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding planning efforts for the Northgate area,
as well as public engagement efforts relating to the potential sale of the Northgate surface parking
lot.
Regular Agenda Items 8.4 and 8.5 were presented together.
8.5. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a real estate contract with Capstone
Collegiate Communities, LLC for the sale of approximately 1.57 acres of land, generally located at
301 Patricia Street in the Northgate District, for $13,000,000.
Anthony Armstrong, Planning and Development Director, presented planning efforts for the Northgate
area with additional information, including a timeline for the Northgate small area plan and details on
public engagement efforts regarding the potential sale of the Northgate surface parking lot.
Engagement Timeline
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Month
Small Area Plan
Public Engagement for Parking Lot
January
1
Project Overview
February Establish Stakeholder Committee — Existing
Conditions
March
NMI
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May
June
Public Feedback Summary and Discussion
Transportation and Connectivity
Land Use, Regulations, Housing, Retail
Recruitment
1
Additional Feedback and Follow Up
Draft Plan to Committee
Finalize Plan
Council Adoption
Project Overview and Key Elements
(size and location of public space. relationship
of building and space to surrounding area,
aesthetics, etc)
Site Visit
Public Feedback Summary and Discussion
Council Update
Project and Plaza Design
Site Visit and Additional Feedback
Council Decision
J.
Michael Ostrowski, Chief Development Officer, stated that in July and August 2024, the City issued a
Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit bids for a redevelopment project and received three proposals.
These proposals were evaluated based on the following criteria:
• The qualifications and experience of the firms,
• The overall value and impact of the proposed redevelopment project, and
• The financial benefit to the City, including purchase price, redevelopment value, and ongoing City -
related costs.
To enhance the area, the city also required that proposals incorporate the following additional components:
• A minimum of one hundred (100) parking spaces to be used on an exclusive basis by the City. The
city will consider a shared use and revenue agreement for the use of these parking spaces.
• Ride share pick-up and drop-off opportunities to serve the surrounding area.
• Space for a law enforcement substation that is approximately 3,500 — 5,000 square feet.
• Public restroom facilities.
• Refuse container storage.
• Redevelopment of remaining property into a public greenspace, plaza, or courtyard, including
provisions for its operation and maintenance.
Considerations
• Enhance the Northgate District through additional financial investment, creating a distinctive and
unique public space
• Provide additional space for residents to meet the growing population
• Attract visitors
• Provide additional
establishments
• Replace and enhance the public parking area
• Impact during construction
• Create an ongoing revenue source for services and improvements
• Locate a law enforcement substation in the heart of Northgate
• Provide rideshare opportunities
• Provide enhanced public restrooms
activity within the area to support
existing and future commercial
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Mr. Ostrowski explained that after reviewing the submissions, staff recommended entering into a real
estate agreement with Capstone Collegiate Communities, LLC for the purchase price of $13 million, and
the construction of a multi -story mixed -use building. Furthermore, following the real estate agreement, a
development agreement will be negotiated, covering the design and construction of a public plaza,
pedestrian amenities, enclosed trash collection, and other site improvements.
Mayor Nichols recessed the meeting at 9:32 p.m.
The meeting resumed at 9:39 p.m.
Mayor Nichols opened for Citizen Comments.
Item 8.4 Sneakers:
James Benham, College Station, requested Council to vote no to the proposal and vote yes for preserving
the character of Northgate. This development is not compatible with Northgate, it will kill all the
businesses in Northgate,
Dan Daniel, College Station, came before Council with concerns on this proposal. He believes that voting
for the sale of this lot puts the cart before the horse and that council should take public input before
deciding on a plan.
Riley Pritzlaff, College Station, came before Council as a Texas A&M student to voice his opposition to
this development. He believes that more student housing is needed but does not belong in Northgate.
Alex Long, College Station, came before Council regarding his history of selling his property 3 years ago
around Dixie Chicken. He believes that the economics presented by the potential developer do not work
and the project does not make financial sense as presented.
Samantha Caddenhead, Bryan, came before Council as a mom of two kids that went to Texas A&M. She
presented statistics of aggravate assaults in this area and stated that students are not the problem in
Northgate but the reason the city is so full of spirit. She is against changing the character of Northgate and
opposes the sale.
RaeLee Caddenhead, Bryan, stated she graduated in 2020 and came before Council to speak about her
experience living in College Station as a student and opinions on why students choose to live in
neighborhoods and developments that are not high-rise buildings. She urges a vote against the sale of the
parking lot in Northgate.
Lisa Bradway, Bryan, stated she believes the contract should be delayed until more information is
provided. She is concerned about traffic flow and safety with 3 projects happening at the same time in a
small area.
Bob Brick, College Station, came before Council regarding the height limitation and believes that anything
over 10 stories in the heart of Northgate would not be compatible.
Nan Crouse, College Station, came before Council to state her opposition to the development because, as
the saying goes, once you build it that will come. This, along safety and traffic issues, are reasons to put
a hold on this sale and get it right.
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Andreas Dallis, College Station, stated that he and his brother own the Backyard in Northgate and are not
in favor of the redevelopment. He stated that we need a local developer, community input, and a plan that
supports the current character of Northgate.
Mark Bayliss, College Station, stated that getting this wrong would never be forgiven. He urges council
to table the sale and talk with the stakeholders to make a better decision for the future of Northgate.
Dallas Shipp, College Station, came before Council to talk about what Northgate means to him, state that
the area belongs to Aggies everywhere, and urges Council vote no to this project and protect the integrity
of Northgate.
Chris Scotti, Bryan, told Council that he understands how hard these decisions are from his time on that
Council and working with the Northgate Association. He believes to move forward with the stakeholder
portion Council must table the surface lot.
Phillip McAughan, College Station, spoke before the council to promote the renovation of the Northgate
parking lot. He is a Texas A&M alumnus who still lives in College Station and believes the city is in a
housing crisis which redevelopment of the lot could help alleviate. He stated that development of the
property will not bring about an end to Northgate but turning it into a museum for old Aggies will.
Bella Gonzalez, College Station, stated her opposition to this redevelopment, stated she recently lost her
job and Hurricane Harry's and Northgate is being bought by new development coming to the area.
Hunter Goodwin, College Station, came before Council to state that his organizations plan has lowest
density vertically and horizontally because they know what the locals want. He stated that being local
enables him to know and understand the concerns and needs of the area, which is why he opposes the
presented plan.
Tina Duncan, College Station, stated that she is here to represent the 16,000 individuals who signed a
petition to conserve Northgate and honor its identity. This redevelopment will steal the Northgate
experience from future generations.
Debi Boyett, Bryan, came before Council to state her concerns in Northgate and how it will not survive
with this small area plan.
8.5 Speakers:
Justin Manning, Bryan, stated that Northgate is not about drinking it's about memories, this is the heart
and sole of the community. There needs to be a plan before allowing the largest bidder to come in and
change everything. He requested Council to deny this bid and restart the process.
Barry Ivins, College Station, stated he is not against redevelopment but believes this project needs be
reimagined and a plan brought forward from the community.
Dion McInnis, Bryan, stated that significance of the small 2-acre property is why it is so important that
change be compatible with future of Northgate.
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Cortney Phillips, College Station, stated her concerns on the Northgate small area plan and asked when
does the stakeholder input matter if the lot is sold. She went on that she is not opposed to new development
but opposed to the redevelopment as presented by Capstone.
There being no further comments, Citizen Comments was closed.
(8.4) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mcllhaney and a second by Councilmember
Yancy, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve planning efforts for the
Northgate area, as well as public engagement efforts relating to the potential sale of the Northgate surface
parking lot, with drilling down into the entertainment district. The motion carried unanimously.
(8.5) MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Smith and a second by Councilmember Wright,
the City Council voted two (2) for and five (5) opposed, with Mayor Nichols and Councilmember White,
Mcllhaney, Yancy, and Shafer voting against, to approve a real estate contract with Capstone Collegiate
Communities, LLC for the sale of approximately 1.57 acres of land, generally located at 301 Patricia
Street in the Northgate District, for $13,000,000. The motion failed.
8.6. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a HOME Investment Partnership
Program funding agreement in the amount of $249,000 with Elder Aid, Inc. for the acquisition and
rehabilitation of 1116 Detroit for use as an affordable rental unit for an income Qualified elderly
household.
Raney Whitwell, Community Services Analysis, stated that a Request for Proposal for the Development
of Affordable Housing was released on November 19, 2024 and closed on December 5, 2024. One
response was received from Elder Aid, Inc. Elder Aid's proposal included funding for the acquisition and
rehabilitation of a 2-bedroom house located at 1116 Detroit. Upon completion of the rehabilitation, the
dwelling will be utilized for affordable, elderly rental housing. The property will be maintained by Elder
Aid for 20 years as an affordable rental unit and a Land Use Restriction Agreement will be utilized as the
legal mechanism to ensure affordability. HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) grant funds
are included in the FY2025 Community Development budget for acquisition and rehabilitation activities.
Elder Aid will provide in -kind match through volunteer hours, which is monetized at approximately
$18,000. HOME requires a 50% match in FY2025. Elder Aid is currently the only organization partnering
with the City of College Station which provides volunteer hours as a match. Elder Aid works to minimize
the stress of the elderly as they cope with affordable housing, health, and wellness, inadequate funding for
basic needs, loneliness, disabilities, and the loss of loved ones. Their mission is to ensure that the elderly
in the Brazos Valley remain independent and in the community for as long as possible. Elder Aid has
partnered with the City of College Station since 2015 and has received $3,315,329 to acquire and
rehabilitate 29 rental units.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Yancy and a second by Councilmember Shafer, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve a HOME Investment Partnership
Program funding agreement in the amount of $249,000 with Elder Aid, Inc. for the acquisition and
rehabilitation of 1116 Detroit for use as an affordable rental unit for an income qualified elderly household.
The motion carried unanimously.
8.7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding Ordinance No. 2025-4569 creating a
Tourism Committee and repealing Resolution No. 09-09-21-9.6 relating to the creation of the
Tourism Advisory Committee.
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Michael Ostrowski, Chief Development Officer, stated that on September 9th, 2021, the Council voted to
create the Tourism Advisory Committee via resolution 09-09-21-9.6. On January l lth, 2024, the City
Manager brought a report to the Council regarding the efforts, goals, and purpose of the Tourism Advisory
Committee. The purpose of the 10-14 member group was to promote and enhance the tourism industry in
College Station by consulting and advising the City Manager and staff regarding overall tourism strategy.
On October 24, 2024, the Council asked staff to bring back an ordinance for discussion regarding a
council -appointed committee on tourism efforts.
Mr. Ostrowski explained that the City Council establishes and created a Tourism Committee to promote
and enhance the College Station tourism industry. The City Council may appoint up to eleven (11) voting
members. Voting members must be residents of the City of College Station. The term of office is three (3)
years. Vacancies are filled by the City Council for unexpired terms of vacant positions. A chairperson is
appointed annually by the City Council and a vice -chairperson is selected annually by the Committee.
(a) Voting Membership Representation. The City Council may appoint members from the following
areas:
i. Three (3) members to represent the lodging and accommodations industry.
ii. One (1) member to represent the food and beverage establishment industry.
iii. One (1) member to represent the retail industry.
iv. One (1) member to represent the attractions industry.
v. One (1) member to represent the arts industry.
vi. One (1) member to represent the Northgate District.
vii. Three (3) members to represent tourism related areas of the Council's discretion.
(b) Non -Voting Ex-Officio Membership Representation. The following members may serve as non-
voting ex-officio members:
i. Texas A&M University President's Office, appointed by Texas A&M.
ii. Texas A&M University Athletics Department, appointed by Texas A&M.
iii. College Station Chief Development Officer.
iv. College Station Assistant Director of Tourism.
v. College Station Director of Parks & Recreation.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember White and a second by Councilmember Shafer, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-4569 creating a
Tourism Committee and repealing Resolution No. 09-09-21-9.6 relating to the creation of the Tourism
Advisory Committee. The motion carried unanimously.
8.8. Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Resolution No. 01-09-25-8.8 of the City Council
of the City of College Station, Texas, determining that an access easement containing approximately
1.113 acres is needed and needs to be acquired from the landowner, for an access road as a part of
the College Station Water Well 10 Project for the City of College Station, Texas; and authorizing
the institution of eminent domain proceedings.
Adam Falco, City Attorney, stated that College Station is planning to drill three water wells on City -owned
land in Brazos County generally located off Sandy Point Road and OSR to serve the City's municipal
water supply. Staff met with the landowners and with their attorney to discuss the Well No. 10 project.
Access through the landowner's property is needed to access the Well 10 site because access is blocked
by the railroad and the Little Brazos River. Negotiations with the landowners have failed, and acquisition
by eminent domain is needed to acquire the access easement. Mr. Falco explained that the overall project
involves the design and construction of three new water wells and a collection line in the well field. Each
well will have a pumping capacity of 3,300 gpm and will be operated using a motor control cabinet, a
variable frequency drive, and a generator for backup power. The project will also include building internal
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access roads and power distribution. The project will also build approximately 12,000 linear feet of
collection line between the three wells and the tie in point along Sandy Point Road. Coordination with
BTU, Union Pacific and TxDOT is needed for power, access, and utility work. The Final Offer for the
access easement was $ 39,915.00, which was based on an appraisal report completed by Allen, Williford,
and Seale, INC. The City and landowners have not been able to settle upon the cash fair market value and
damages, for the access easement. A combined budget of $69,300,000 is available in the Water Capital
Improvement Projects Fund.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Smith and a second by Councilmember Wright, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Resolution No. 01-09-25-8.8
determining that an access easement containing approximately 1.113 acres is needed and needs to be
acquired from the landowner, for an access road as a part of the College Station Water Well 10 Project for
the City of College Station, Texas; and authorizing the institution of eminent domain proceedings. The
motion carried unanimously.
8.9. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding appointments to the following boards,
committees and commissions.
• Construction Board of Adjustments
• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board
• Design Review Board
• Historic Preservation Committee
• Parks and Recreation Board
Tanya Smith, City Secretary, presented the following boards, committees and commissions to the Council
for their determination on applicants.
Planning and Zoning Commission
• Position 1 for 3-yr term — David Higdon
• Position 2 for 3-yr term — Marcus Chaloupka
• Position 6 for 2-yr unexpired term — Michael Buckley
• Position 7 for 2-yr unexpired term — Tre Watson
• Chair — Jason Cornelius
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mcllhaney and a second by Councilmember Smith,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Planning & Zoning Commission
appointments as stated. The motion carried unanimously.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Position 3 for 2-yr term — James Hutchins
• Position 5 for 1-yr unexpired term — Jaymeson Faith Hacker
• Open board to received application for remainder of vacancies.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Williams and a second by Councilmember White,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Zoning Board of Adjustments
appointments as stated. The motion carried unanimously.
Construction Board of Adjustments
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• Position 3 for 3-yr term — Mark C. Benton
• Position 4 for 3-yr term — Michael Martinez
• Alternate 1 for 1-yr unexpired term Jordan Faust
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Williams and a second by Councilmember White,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Constructions Board of Adjustments
appointments as stated. The motion carried unanimously.
Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board
• Position F for 3-yr term — Matthew Jackson
• Position E for 3-yr term — Thomas McCall Woodfin
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember White and a second by Councilmember Smith, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways
Advisory Board appointments as stated. The motion carried unanimously.
Design Review Board
• Position 1 for 3-yr term — Dr. Keith E. Sylvester
• Position 2 for 3-yr term — Ray Holiday
• Position B for 1-yr unexpired term — Andrew Arizpe
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Williams and a second by Councilmember Shafer,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Design Review Board as stated.
The motion carried unanimously.
Historic Preservation Committee (HPC coming back on January 23'd due to error in tabulation)
• Position 4 for 3-yr term — Tanner J. Holland
• Position 5 for 3-yr term — Sherry Frisk
• Position 6 for 3-yr term — Lisa Mouton
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Williams and a second by Councilmember Shafer,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Historic Preservation Committee
as stated. The motion carried unanimously.
Parks and Recreation Board
• Position 1 for 3-yr term — Neo Jang
• Position 2 for 3-yr term — Cheletia M. Johnson
• Position 3 for 3-yr term — Kimberly Topp
• Position 5 for 1-yr unexpired term — Andrew Arizpe
• Chair — Kevin Bishop
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Williams and a second by Councilmember White,
the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Parks and Recreation Board as
stated. The motion carried unanimously.
MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember White and a second by Councilmember Shafer, the
City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve Kevin Bishop as Parks and Recreation
Board Chair. The motion carried unanimously.
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10. Items of Community Interest and Council Calendar: The Council may discuss upcoming events
and 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; 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.
Nothing to report.
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)
Nothing to report.
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 Staffs 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 existing policy in response to the request or inquiry. Any deliberation of
or decision about the subiect of a request will be limited to a proposal to place the subiect on the
agenda for a subsequent meeting.
Councilmember Shafer requests a report and future agenda item on Southgate and events over the last
several months.
Councilmember Shafer requests a workshop item on detention facilities (water and runoff) and
beautification and functional standards.
Councilmember Mcllhaney request a discussion item on creating an advisory committee for the upcoming
legislative session.
13. Adiournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Nichols adjourned the meeting of the City Council at 12:26 a.m.
on Friday, January 10, 2025.
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P. Nichols, Mayor
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Tanya Smith, City Secretary
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