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Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting February 20, 2025
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Acting Chairperson Aron Collins, Commissioners Marcus
Chaloupka, David Higdon, Michael Buckley, and Tre Watson
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Chairperson Jason Cornelius and Commissioner Warren Finch
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmember Scott Shafer
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Anthony Armstrong, Assistant Director of Planning & Development Services Molly Hitchcock, City Engineer Carol Cotter, Transportation Planning Coordinator Jason Schubert, Long Range Planning Administrator Christine Leal, Land Development Review Administrator Robin Macias, Senior Planners Jeff
Howell and Jesse DiMeolo, Graduate Engineer I Gillian Sitler, Assistant City Attorney II Aaron
Longoria, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Technology Services Specialist Trey Bransom
1.Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Acting Chairperson Collins called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Hear Visitors
Leslie Hicks, South Knoll Subdivision, addressed the Commission on student housing inthe South Knoll Subdivision, citing concerns for increasing costs and a federal opportunityzone.
3.Consent Agenda
3.1 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
•February 6, 2025
Commissioner Chaloupka moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Buckley seconded the motion, the motion passed 5-0.
4.Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the ConsentAgenda by Commission Action.
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.
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5. Regular Agenda
5.1 Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding waiver requests to the Unified
Development Ordinance Section 8.4.C.8.a, ‘Geometric Standards, Street Design Criteria’ and presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a Preliminary Plan for College Station West Subdivision on approximately 41.8 acres of land, generally located northeast of the intersection of Jones Road and Raymond Stotzer Parkway in the city's Extraterritorial
Jurisdiction. Case #PP2024-000014.
Senior Planner Howell presented the waivers and preliminary plan to the Commission recommending approval of both stating that if the waivers are approved, the preliminary plan must also be approved.
Commissioner Higdon stated that the original plan called for drainage ditches which are being replaced by sidewalks, asking for clarification on how this will change the drainage system on those streets.
Engineer Sitler clarified that as part of the roadway sections waivers being requested, a
drainage report was required showing that the water is appropriately being conveyed through the street systems as a part of the municipal separate storm water system. The drainage report concluded that overall drainage patterns are being maintained and discharge offsite is being decreased as a result of secondary drainage systems to be
reviewed on the final plat.
Acting Chairperson Collins stated that it seems as though the intent of the ordinance is to maintain a more rural atmosphere with no sidewalks and drainage ditches, asking if the intent of the waivers is to create a more walkable city-consistent development with
sidewalks.
Senior Planner Howell confirmed that the intent is to provide a more urban feel with sidewalks. Mr. Howell further clarified that since sidewalks are not allowed in the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, they had to request a waiver.
Wylder Conoly, Applicant, Kimley Horn, was available to address the Commission and provide comments on a more walkable area of the community. Commissioner Chaloupka asked if the county provided comments on the preliminary plan
and waiver requests.
Senior Planner Howell clarified that street standards are specific within the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, stating that the county did provide comments and did not have any objections.
Commissioner Chaloupka expressed concerns with the privately maintained roads becoming City of College Station maintained roads in the future.
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Acting Chairperson Collins asked if there were any objections from the City’s Fire,
emergency services, or Public Works departments, and if the development meets all
requirements. Senior Planner Howell confirmed that no other departments had any objections to the waiver requests or preliminary plan.
Commissioner Buckley asked if the smaller roadways would be approved in the City of College Station’s city limits. Senior Planner Howell stated that the while the roadways are in line with the smaller
section, the roadways would have to meet the standards for sidewalks and pavement
width within the City of College Station. Commissioner Watson asked if there will be parking on both sides of the street.
Senior Planner Howell stated that parking is only proposed on Scott Street, on one side.
Commissioner Higdon moved to approve the waivers and preliminary plan as presented, Commissioner Buckley seconded the motion.
Commissioner Watson expressed concerns for city expansion with substandard roads.
Acting Chairperson Collins asked for clarification that the intent is to create something that closely aligns with what is currently in the City of College Station.
Senior Planner Howell stated that the development is closely aligned with the City road
widths. Mr. Conoly addressed access for emergency services.
Commissioner Chaloupka asked if the right-of-way is being reduced.
Senior Planner Howell confirmed that the right-of-way is being reduced. The motion passed 4-1 with Commissioner Chaloupka voting in opposition.
6. Informational Agenda
6.1 Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a recap of the public engagement last November and December for the Active Transportation Master Plan.
Senior Planner DiMeolo provided an update on the Active Transportation Master Plan
public engagement event to the Commission.
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Acting Chairperson Collins asked for clarification on the difference between a bike lane and a bike route.
Senior Planner DiMeolo clarified that a bike route has signage but no striping on the
pavement, though there may be a sharrow that indicates the road is shared with motorists; a bike lane is a single or double striped line on the side of the road specifically for the cyclist.
Commissioner Watson asked for clarification on where motorized scooters are allowed.
Senior Planner DiMeolo confirmed that micromobility will be covered in the Master
Plan with policies related to the uses of micromobility.
Commissioner Higdon expressed concerns that planned bicycle lanes will be interrupted by street parking.
Senior Planner DiMeolo clarified that part of the process is to look at cross sections,
especially the ones with proposed on-street parking. Mr. DiMeolo stated that on-street
parking can be used as a buffer to pedestrians and cyclists.
Acting Chairperson Collins asked if staff is considering prioritizing quickly-implemented, minimal-cost updates like those on George Bush Drive.
Senior Planner DiMeolo stated that staff is looking at project prioritization and list of
unfunded projects to pick from.
Commissioner Chaloupka stated that regulations and funding play a big part in the transportation planning throughout the City, and commended staff on their efforts.
Commissioner Higdon asked if Texas A&M University is involved.
Senior Planner DiMeolo confirmed that Texas A&M University representatives are
involved.
6.2 Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
There was no discussion.
6.3 Presentation and discussion regarding an update on items heard:
• A rezoning of approximately four acres of land located at 15305 FM 2154 from R Rural to WC Wellborn Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on January 16, 2025 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on February 13, 2025 and voted (7-0) to
approve the request.
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•A rezoning of approximately 12 acres of land located at 2950 Rock Prairie Road
West from R Rural to MU Mixed-Use. The Planning & Zoning Commission
heard this item on January 16, 2025 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval.The City Council heard this item on February 13, 2025 and voted (7-0) toapprove the request.
There was no discussion.
6.4 Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
•Tuesday, February 18, 2025 ~ Northgate Small Area Plan Committee Meeting~ 3:00 p.m.
•Thursday, February 27, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
•Tuesday, March 4, 2025 ~ Northgate Small Area Plan Committee Meeting ~3:00 p.m.
•Thursday, March 6, 2025 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
•Thursday, March 13, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ OpenMeeting 6:00 p.m.
•Tuesday, March 18, 2025 ~ Northgate Small Area Plan Committee Meeting ~
3:00 p.m.
•Thursday, March 20, 2025 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
There was no discussion.
6.5 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and BioCorridor Board.
•None
There was no discussion.
7.Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
There was no discussion.
8.Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
__________________________________ _________________________________ Aron Collins, Acting Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services