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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/09/1998 - Regular Minutes City CouncilMayor LYNN MCILHANEY Mayor Pro Tempore HUB KENNADY City Manager GEORGE K. NOE COLLEGE STATION Council Members STEVE ESMOND LARRY MARIOTT DAVID HICKSON DICK BIRDWELL SWIKI ANDERSON MINUTES COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Thursday, April 9, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. College Station City Hall COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Mcllhaney, Mayor Protem Kennady, Councilmembers Birdwell, Hickson, Madott, Anderson, Esmond STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Noe, Assistant City Manager Brymer, City Secretary Hooks, Acting City Engineer Smith, City Attorney Cargill, Jr., Assistant City Attomey Nemcik, Director of Community and Economic Development Ash, Economic Analyst McDaniel, Transportation Planner Hard, MIS Director Burnside, PARD Director Beachy Mayor Mcllhaney opened the meeting at 7:03 p.m. Agenda Item No. 1 -- Pledge of Allegiance Councilmembers and audience cited the pledge of allegiance. Agenda Item No. 2 -- Invocation Pastor Danny Green of Covenant Family Church provided the invocation. Agenda Item No. 3 -- Consider request for absence from meeting. All councilmembers were present. Agenda Item No. 4 - Presentations Police Lt. Scott Simpson accepted the proclamation for "Cops and Lobsters Week" April 13-17, 1998 read by Mayor Mcllhaney. Susan Vavra accepted the proclamation for "Sexual Assault Awareness Month" for April, 1998 read by Mayor Mcllhaney. Providing Customer Service Excellence Council Regular 4/9/98 Page 2 A.qenda Item No. 5 -- Statutory Agenda 5a. Approved purchase of equipment to complete the upgrade of the wide area network at a cost of $42,610.16. Recommended award to lowest responsible bidder on each item. Funds available in 1998 general fund budget. 5b. Approved ratification of increase to existing purchase order in the amount of $62,468 to Rhode Construction from Lubbock, Texas for George Bush Ddve Thoroughfare Street Lighting. Funds available from CIP Bond Funds. Items approved by common consent. Agenda Item No. 6 -- Consent Agenda 6a. Approved minutes for City Council workshop meeting, March 26, 1998 and regular meeting of March 26, 1998. Approved bycommen consent. 6b. Consider authorizing staff to negotiate a contract with Metcalf & Eddy, Inc. for engineering design and construction management for Carter's Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor Control Project. Funds available in Wastewater Fund Capital Improvements Program in the amount of $450,000 (RFQ #98-41). A detailed staff bdefing will be presented at the next workshop meeting. Councilman Birdwell made a motion to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with Metcalf & Eddy, Inc. for engineering design and construction management for Carter's Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Odor Control Project. Motion was seconded by Councilman Mariott which carried unanimously, 7-0. 6c. Discussion and possible action to award the contract between HGAC and the City of College Station for the procurement of Mobile Data Communications System by Motorola. Funds available in FY 1998 Budget as a Capital Improvement Project and part of the 1997 Technology Plan in the amount of $653,023. Motion made by Councilman Mariott to approve the contract between the City of College Station and HGAC for procurement of Mobile Data Communications System by Motorola. Seconded by Mayor Protein Kennady which carried 6-1, Councilman Anderson voted against the motion. Council directed staff to provide a retum on investment for this project. 6d. Discussion and possible action related to a modification of previous council action to increase the number of dwelling units from 188 to 173 the development of a dormitory at George Bush and Madon Pugh (97-817). Approved by common consent. 6e. Discussion and possible action relating to printing and distribution of preliminary official statements for general obligation bonds in the amount of $6,200,000; certificates of obligation in the amount of $5,500,000; and utility revenue bonds in the amount of $2,700,000. Approved by common consent. Council Regular 4/9/98 Page 3 6f. Discussion and possible action to increase Purchase Order 98017 by $75,000 regarding professional services rendered by Duncan, Weinberg, Miller & Pembroke on the electrical litigation. City Manager Noe described the purpose for this request. Motion made by Mayor Protem Kennady to approve the request for $75,000. Motion seconded by Councilman Madott which carded 6-1, Councilman Anderson voted against the motion. 6g. Discussion and possible action on an agreement with Brazos County for TIF Reinvestment Zone No. 7 - Office/Hotel/Conference Center Project. Approved by common consent Agenda Item No. 7 -- Regular Agenda 7a. Discussion and possible action regarding the need to remove on street parking from sections of Anderson Drive, George Bush Drive, Central Park Lane~ and Colgate Drive to enable the College Station Bike Loop Project to install on street bike lanes. Assistant City Engineer Brett McCully explained the staff's recommendations. Willie Allen, representing Brazos Valley Cyclists, supported most of the recommendations presented by staff. He did not support the hybrid option to provide limited parking on bike lanes on Anderson and Park Place. He proposed an alternative option Anderson remain a two way roadway with improvements with center stripe with reflective trails, Hayes Ross of 1007 Holt representing Grace Bible Church, supported the staff recommendations. Mayor Protem Kennady made a motion to remove on street parking from sections of Anderson Drive, George Bush, Central Park Lane, and Colgate Drive. Motion seconded by Councilman Esmond which carried unanimously, 7-0. 7b. Discussion and possible action on amendments to Bikeway Ordinance and Traffic Code to allow parking in a bike lane on a limited basis during specific times and to allow parkin,q on a limited basis in the proposed bike lanes on Anderson Drive between Park Place and Holleman Drive. Councilman Birdwell made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2319 and Ordinance No. 2320 as presented. Motion seconded by Councilman Hickson which carded unanimously, 7-0 Council Regular 4~9~98 Page 4 7c: Discussion and possible action on a resolution authorizing the purchase of land for public use as a community athletic park in the amount of ~1~500~000. Bill Bingham, 404 Fairview asked council to consider use of the monies for other needed purposes. Mayor Mcllhaney explained that these funds were approved by the voters in 1995 to be allocated to park facilities. Robert DeOtte, 1208 Haines supported the site location. Norma Miller, 504 Guernsey inquired about the need for an additional park. PARD Director Steve Beachy responded that the Wayne Smith Baseball Complex located in Tan'ow Park were be used specifically for youth baseball. This particular project that will meet the future growth of adult and youth sports as well as the current demands. Motion made by Councilman Madott to approve the resolution to authorize the purchase of land for $1,500,000 for regional athletic park. Motion seconded by Councilman Birdwell which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 7d. Discussion and possible action on revisions to Economic Development Guidelines. Elrey Ash presented information on this item and the following items through 7h. Robert Wodey, President of Economic Development Corporation, addressed the council on tax abatements to companies locating in leased facilities. Councilmembers asked questions regarding the cost attributed to the tax abatement provisions and economic development agreement. Dr. John Howard, President of Prodigene, Inc. mentioned that his firm presently employs 12 persons with anticipation to increase the workforce by 85 persons. Assistant City Attorney Roxanne Nemcik clarified the language in the tax abatement agreements. Numerous questions were raised by councilmembers, Dr. Howard explained that company operates under strict regulations governed by EPA and USDA. The materials contained by the company are not considered bio- hazardous. Mayor Mcllhaney opened the public hearing. Mike McMichen, 1405 Bayou Woods asked questions regarding the purposes to grant land rather than leasing space over a long term. Mr. Noe explained that the major factors relate to financing for improvements. Mr. McMichen also inquired about the Council Regular 4~9~98 Page 5 cash incentive. Mr. Noe replied that this will assist with the development of the greenhouses. Teddy Teinado, Vice President of C.F. Jordan, Inc. responded to questions from council about the agreements. Benito Flores Meath of 901 Val Verde inquired about the waste disposal from Prodigene's research. Dr. Howard responded that there are certain laboratory organisms and chemicals handled by certain disposal service companies. Mayor Mcllhaney closed the public headng. Mr. Teinado responded to additional questions. Consideration of this item followed discussion of items 7e, 7f, 7g, and 7h. Agenda Item No. 7e. Discussion and possible action on adoption of a 380 grant resolution and approval of a real estate agreement between the City of College Station, Bryan/College Station Economic Development Corporation, and College Station Development Group and Prodigene, Inc. Agenda Item No. 7f. Public hearing on the creation of Reinvestment Zone No. 8 and consider adoption of an ordinance creating Reinvestment Zone No. 8 for College Station Development Group, L.P. Agenda Item No. 7g. Discussion and possible action of an economic development a,qreement with the City of College Station, Bryan/College Station Economic Development Corporation~ and College Station Development Group, L.P. (owner) and Prodigene, Inc. (lessee). Agenda Item No. 7h. Discussion and possible action of an agreement for development and tax abatement in Reinvestment Zone No. 8 for commercial tax abatement in Reinvestment Zone No. 8 for commercial tax abatement for College Station Development Group~ L.P. Mayor Protem Kennady made a motion to approve the agreements, resolutions, and Ordinance No. 2321 as presented in items no. 7d, 7e, 7f, 7g, and 7h. Motion seconded by Councilman Mariott. Councilmembers asked several questions about the agreements. Motion carried by a vote of 5-2. FOR: Mcllhaney, Kennady, Mariott, Hickson, Anderson AGAINST: Birdwell, Esmond The council recessed for a short break. Council Regular 4~9/98 Page 6 Agenda Item No. 7i. Presentation~ discussion and possible action regarding various agreements to Hotel/Office Building/Conference Center A brief report was presented by Assistant City Manager Tom Brymer with assistance from Todd McDaniel. They outlined updated changes to the documents. Councilman Birdwell made a motion to approve the agreements as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hickson which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 7j: Discussion and possible action to expend up to ~;100~000 for legal services associated with the Hotel/Office Building/Conference Center project. Councilman Anderson stated concerns about the legal fees assessed toward this project. Councilman Birdwell asked staff to inform the council of unbudgeted expenses that exceed $15,000 on any project. Councilman Hickson made a motion to approve the request for expenditure of $100,000 in legal fees. Motion seconded by Councilman Mariott which carried 6-1. FOR: Mcllhaney, Kennady, Hickson, Madott, Esmond, Birdwell AGAINST: Anderson Agenda Item No. 7k: Discussion and possible action on appointment of two representatives to serve on the Brazos County Emergency Communications District Board of Managers. Councilman Birdwell made a motion to appoint Mark Caskey, representative from Bryan, and Bill Fox, representative from College Station. Seconded by Councilman Mariott which carried unanimously, 7-0. Agenda Item No. 8 -- Hear Visitors. Mark Shavers of 1114 Neal Pickett and Christian Turner of 4401 Kirkwood in Bryan made comments about an ongoing project submitted to the city for reclamation of Carter Creek. Staff was asked to review the process for public input and permit process and schedule this issue for an upcoming workshop meeting. Bill Batchelor of 8103 Raintree asked questions about funding sources for various projects, including bond funds and TIF funds. Benito Flores-Meath of 901 Val Verde commented about a recent announcement regarding the proposal for location of a Bell Helicopter plant in College Station. He urged council to consider the noise issues affiliated with the C-5 and V-22 planes. Council Regular 4/9/98 Page 7 Nancy Harvey of 13981 Renee Lane applauded the Council for the work completed along Texas Avenue. On another subject, she encouraged council to respect each other and noted her desire to express personal opinions directed to the issues and not the person. Penny Sue Thomas came forward to speak on behalf of her father Ken Menefee who resides at 306 George Bush East. Her concerns related to the widening of Kyle Street. Council directed staff to prepare a presentation for council on Kyle street extension in May. Agenda Item No. 9 -- Final action on executive session~ if necessary. No action from executive session. Agenda Item No. 10--Adjourn Mayor Mcllhaney adjourned the workshop, executive and regular meetings at 10:20 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 23rd day of Apdl, 199~8. APPROVED: IV~ayo~'Lyn n Mcllhaney City Secreta~'! C~nie H~)oks GUEST REGISTER COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING THURSDAY, April 9th, 1998 3:00 p.m. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 10. 21. GUEST REGISTER COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, April 9th, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. GUEST REGISTER COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, April 9th, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. 18. 19. 20. 21.