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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/25/1990 - Workshop Minutes City Council MINUTES CITY CODI~CIL WORKSHOP MEETING WEDNESDAY; APRIL 25; L990 4:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ringer, Councilmen Gardner, Schneider, Birdwell, McIlhaney, Brown, Haddox ST/~.FF PRESENT: city Manager Ragland, Assistant City Manager Woody, Assistant City Manager Brymer, City Secretary Hooks, City Attorney Locke, Development Services Ash, Planning Director Callaway, Parks and Recreation Director Beachy, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Ploeger, Public Services Director LaBeau, Streets Superintendent Luedke, Budget Director Schroeder, Finance Director Harrison, Public Information officer Calliham agenda Item No. I - Discussion of Wolf Pen Creek Phase I desiqn concepts ~-d schedule. (Council Issue No. 1 - Wolf Pen Creek) Parks and Recreation Director Steve Beachy indicated that the presentation will contain three parts: (1) Review Process; (2) Project elements; and, (3) Development Schedule. Mr. Beachy addressed the review process for design concepts. Councilman Gardner commented that the Wolf Pen Creek Steering Committee could be reactivated at this point. Mr. Beachy mentioned that the Council should decide the direction they prefer. Mayor Ringer commented that the Parks and Recreation Board oversees the activities of the Department; therefore, they may have a better view of how the impact of Wolf Pen Creek will affect city operations. Mr. J.T Dunkin mentioned that if the council desires, he will be glad to review the phase I concept with the steering committee. Mayor Ringer stated that the committee could be invited to the Parks and Recreation Board meetings when this item is discussed. Mr. J.T. Dunkin commented on the two key projects in Phase I: 1) amphitheatre; and, 2) the lake. He showed these locations in Wolf Pen Creek. Mr. Bob Stoffels addressed the proposed lake. He showed slides that depicted the location of the lake and its configuration. 00781& City Council Workshop Meeting Wednesday, April 25, 1990 Page 2 Councilman Brown expressed concern about the time of construction for Phase I. Mr. Dunkin replied that the tentative schedule for development shows a maximum of five to six months before construction begins. Mr. Ron Hobbs discussed the concept of the proposed amphitheatre. The council expressed concern about the slope at the amphi- theater. Mr. Hobbs mentioned that he will be sure the slope is substantial for the audience to see the stage. Mayor Ringer asked if the seating capacity is adequate for potential users. Mr. Dunkin replied that he will be meeting with groups this afternoon to discuss this issue. Mr. Dunkin explained the development schedule. Mr. Beachy added that the second grant cannot be submitted until the first phase is near completion. Councilman Brown expressed further concern about the time frame. Discussion was held on the slope of the box culvert next to the lake. Mr. Dunkin remarked that his staff will continue Phase I at the council's direction by increasing the slope at the amphitheater, and work on reducing the development time schedule. Councilman Schneider asked staff to reconsider enlarging the size of the amphitheater. &qenda Item No. 2 - Discussion of a resolution supportinq a proposal for rerequlation of the cable indust~. City Attorney Locke introduced this item. The council consented to the resolution. Councilman Birdwell pointed out that the portion relating to programming of cable operators could be removed. Discussion followed. Ms. Locke stated that she will change the resolution in paragraph to read "selection of channels for local programming" replacing "programming of cable operators". Consideration of this resolution will be placed on the council meeting agenda in two weeks. &qenda Item No. 3 - Review and consideration of rec¥clinq ootions. Director of Public Services Joe LaBeau discussed two options for council to consider for recycling pilots. 007817 city Council Workshop Meeting Page 3 Wednesday, April 25, 1990 The first option is a a recycling/automated pilot that involves 1500 homes within six to nine months. The second option is a recycling pilot by a local vendor within 30 to 60 days. Staff requested council to consider implementing both programs. Mr. Leonard Henry and Mr. Ken Morgan from the City of Temple presented a brief summary of their automated programs in Temple. He also presented slides. Mr. LaBeau described several points of the pilot proposal from Texas Commercial Waste. Mr. Ron Schmidt, General Manager of Texas Commercial Waste was present to answer any questions of the Council. Mr. LaBeau pointed out that this program is on a volunteer basis. Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Schmidt to explain the collection cost. Councilman Haddox left the meeting at 5:55 p.m. Councilman Brown moved to direct staff to negotiate a contract with Bryan Iron and Metal for their pilot recycling program, and prepare a proposal for automated pickup as part of the budget process. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schneider. Councilman Birdwell pointed out two items to be addressed. He asked staff to negotiate a shorter period of time for the program. If a shorter period of time is not possible, council should consider competitive bids. A gentleman spoke from the audience expressing his support for the recycling programs initiated by the City. Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Schmidt to further explain the $1.50 collection cost. Mr. Schmidt replied that this figure covers the cost of labor, plastic bags, and equipment. He added that the money received for the sale of materials is allocated to the City. The vote was taken and carried unanimously, 6-0, Councilman Haddox absent. Councilman Birdwell moved to delay Agenda Items No. 4, 6, and 7, until tomorrow night for discussion and consideration. 0078 8 city Council Workshop Meeting Wednesday, April 25, 1990 Page 4 Councilman Brown seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 6-0. ~qen~a Item No. 5 - Presentation to provide information to Cou-cil on new procedures an~ operations of the Sanitary sewer T.V. Inspection Syst~. Council Issue No. 16 - Infrastructure Replacement an~ No. 19-Use of technology). Mr. Bill Riley and Mr. Dean Sharp showed a brief video tape of the procedures used to inspect the sanitary sewer system. Councilman McIlhaney asked if all the sewer lines have been inspected. Mr. Sharp replied negatively. Councilman Schneider asked if the operation is used primarily as a preventative maintenance program. Mr. Riley replied affirmatively. Councilman Birdwell moved to delay discussion of Agenda Item No. 8 until tomorrow night. Councilman Brown seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 6-0. &qen~a It~ No. 9 - Presentation of Staff Report on propose~ Charter Electlon. Mayor Ringer pointed out the proposed schedule presented in the report. Councilman Birdwell commented that he does not favor holding a separate election for charter revisions. The council concurred to discuss the charter in detail at a later meeting, and postpone the Charter election until a later date, possibly January, 1991. &qen~a Item No. 10 - Discussion of Economic Development policies an~ incentives. (Council Issues No. 5 an~ No. 9 - Economic Development.) Planning Director Jim Callaway presented this item. A notebook of information was provided to the Council prior to the meeting. Mr. Callaway also presented slides. He described the information provided to each councilmember. Mr. Callaway discussed the statutory requirements and criteria for Tax Abatement. He also noted that there is usually reaction to the granting of industrial development incentives by existing enterprises within a taxing unit. Mr. Callaway identified the impact analysis. He recommended that the city not enter into an agreement unless there is a financial 007819 city Council Workshop Meeting Wednesday, April 25, 1990 Page 5 analysis stating the city's costs incurred and the benefits to the city from an industry. Mr. Callaway described the general and specific criteria of the draft policy prepared by staff. Mr. Callaway pointed out the importance of the definition of target enterprise. Councilman Birdwell commented that the city should provide tax abatement for businesses where their clients and goods are distributed and received outside Brazos County. He suggested that staff review the definition of service business and include it as a target enterprise. Councilman Birdwell commented that the qualifying criteria should be lowered to $1 million. Mr. Callaway referred to the specific criteria for bonus abatement. Mr. Callaway presented the results of the economic development survey completed by council. Councilman Gardner questioned the staff's overall philosophy of economic development. Further discussion was held on the issue of tax abatement. Mayor Ringer commented that the survey represents a consensus among councilmembers that the financial analysis should be required. Councilman McIlhaney suggested that the council set up a workshop meeting and continue discussion of the issues in the policy. Mayor Ringer suggested that staff furnish copies to the County Commissioners Court and School Board indicating in a letter that this is only a draft policy and ask for their comments. Councilman Birdwell stated that he has several concerns about the policy. Mayor Ringer asked staff to schedule a future workshop meeting for further discussion of this item. College Station Economic Development President Dennis Goehring addressed the Council. He stated that a policy such as this will set parameters to market the community in a better way. O07820 City Council Workshop Meeting Wednesday, April 25, 1990 Page 6 Mr. Bill Thornton thanked the Council for their efforts. Aqend& Item Ho. ~ - Counci~ Concerns. Councilman Gardner reported that several residents lost trees due to the harsh winter. He appreciated the extra effort by the sanitation department. Councilman Brown commented that he hoped the extension of FM 2818 to Emerald Forest Parkway will alleviate some of the drainage problems under the Bypass at the Emerald Forest Parkway intersection. Councilman Schneider commented about the travel conditions on the Bypass and feeder roads last night. Mayor Ringer reminded staff to convey to the Police Department that there are many people who are not placing tarp over their trash enroute to the landfill. Aqe~a Item No. 12 - City Manaqer Concerns. City Manager Ragland mentioned that the revised agreement with TMPA is attached in the supplemental materials. ~qenda Item No. 13 - ~d~ourn. Mayor Ringer adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m. ATTEST APPROVED: 007821 GUEST REGISTER CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 1990 4:00 P.M il. 12. t, ! 13 14 15 16 7 17 18 19 10. 20 007822