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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Courts and Council Building, located at 510 W. 9th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626
Commissioners present: Ercel Brashear, Chair; Tim Bargainer, Vice-Chair; Ben Stewart, Secretary;
Travis Perthuis, Marlene McMichael, Gary Newman
Commissioners-in-Training: Glenn Patterson
Absent: Kaylah McCord, Aaron Albright
Staff Present: Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner; Andreina Davila-Quintero, Current Planning Manager;
Sofia Nelson, Planning Director; Michael Patroski, Planner; Ethan Harwell, Planner and Stephanie
McNickle Recording Secretary.
Chair Brashear asked Commissioner-in-Training Patterson to join the commissioners to the dais as a voting member in place
of Commissioner McCord who is absent.
Chair Brashear called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and Commissioner Patterson led the pledge of
allegiance.
Consent Agenda
The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that may be acted upon
with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and
acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
A The consideration and possible action of the of the minutes from the March 5, 2019
Planning and Zoning meeting- Stephanie McNickle
B The consideration and possible action of the of the minutes from the March 19, 2019
Planning and Zoning meeting- Stephanie McNickle
C Consideration and possible action on a request for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo,
consisting of approximately 17.669 acres in the Joseph Thompson Survey, Abstract No. 608,
Williamson County, Texas, generally located southwest of the intersection of D.B. Wood
Road and Wolf Ranch Parkway to be known as Wolf Ranch Elementary Subdivision (PFP-
2018-006). Ethan Harwell, Planner
D Consideration and possible action on a request for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo,
consisting of approximately 21.73 acres in the William Addison League Abstract No. 21,
Williamson County, Texas, generally located east of the intersection of Rockride Lane and
Fairhaven Gateway to be known as South Rockride Subdivision (PFP-2018-008)-- Michael
Patroski, Planner
Motion by Commissioner Bargainer to approved the Consent Agenda as presented.
Second by Commissioner Newman. Approved. (7-0)
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Legislative Regular Agenda
• Item O was moved to be presented at this time.
• Commissioner Newman left the dais at 6:06 p.m. due to a conflict of interest.
Public Hearing and discussion on a request to rezone approximately 359.4 acres out of the
William Roberts League, Abstract No. 524, and the Joseph Fish Survey, Abstract No. 232,
from the Agriculture (AG) and Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning districts to the
Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district to be known as the Shell Road Planned
Unit Development (PUD-2018-002). Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
Staff presentation was given by Sofia Nelson. Ms. Nelson reviewed over the applicant’s
request, the location of the property, and zoning portion of the property.
Chair Brashear invited the applicant to address the Commission.
Mr. Mark Baker gave a brief history of the subdivision and request of the Planned Unit
Development application.
Ms. Nelson stated this is a Public Hearing and the Commission will not be taking action at
this time.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Brian Ortega stated the new subdivision needs clarification on the difference between the
new sub-division and the one built 20 years ago. There will be more confusion if they have
the same name. Needing to create some cohesion and clarity.
Chair Brashear closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion among Commissioners regarding the difference of the subdivisions.
Commissioner Newman returned to the dais at 6:42 p.m.
F. Public Hearing and possible action on a proposed amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan to adopt the Solid Waste Master Plan (2019-1-CPA). Octavio Garza, PE, CPM, Public
Works Director and Teresa Chapman, Environmental Services Coordinator
Octavio Garza, Public Works Director gave his staff presentation. Mr. Garza stated Ms.
Chapman, Solid Waste Coordinator previously presented to the P&Z Commission the
master plan and the context of the content master plan. Mr. Garza stated his role is to
provide a high level summary of the master plan and how it aligns with the City of
Georgetown’s 2030 Comprehensive Plans. Mr. Garza reviewed the 4 primary goals of the
2030 Comprehensive Plans and how solid waste master plan supports those goals.
Discussion between Mr. Garza and the Commissioners regarding composting and
education of recycling. Discussion also in regards to the cost of recycling. Mr. Garza stated
the city currently has a 5 year contract with the recycling company and other means as
stated in the master plans such as mitigation and there is a lot of power in purchasing.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak. The Public
Hearing was closed.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart to recommend to City Council to approve the proposed
amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan to adopt the Solid Waste Master Plan.
Second by Commissioner Bargainer. Approved. (7-0)
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G. Public Hearing and possible action on a request to rezone an approximately 1.9-acre tract
of land being a portion of Lots 16-17, Block 1, San Gabriel Estates subdivision, generally
located at 930 Booty's Crossing Rd, from the Agriculture (AG) to Residential Single-
Family (RS) zoning district (2019-1-REZ). Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Staff presentation by Chelsea Irby. Ms. Irby reviewed over the applicant’s rezone request,
location of the project and stated there is a variety of zoning around the property. Staff
stated the application complies with all 5 of the criteria of the UDC requirements.
Chair Brashear invited the applicant to speak. Matt Synatschk stated he will be glad to
answer questions.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Citizens who addressed the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Nelle Bilberry, 109 Oak Ridge Cir.
Tom Letizia, 111 Oak Ridge Cir
Doug Lebertman, 3010 Hawthorne Cv.
Lisa King, 3010 Hawthorne Cv.
Barbara Anthony, 2714 Springwood Lane
Summary of comments and concerns stated by the public included:
No way out if there is an emergency.
Need to get a traffic study on Booty’s Rd.
Booty’s Rd. is currently dangerous.
Traffic backs up.
Concerned with more traffic on Booty’s
What is the City’s plans for Booty’s Rd?
Traffic needs to be addressed, before anymore development is approved.
Booty’s Rd. is only 23 feet across and all collectors are 45 feet.
Chair Brashear invited the applicant to speak. Matt Synatschk stated there would only be
nine homes built in this development which is not much more traffic. A drainage pond
will be built to help with water drainage.
Discussion between commissioners and staff. Staff stated conditions cannot be placed on a
zoning application. The Commission discussed traffic concerns on Booty’s and asked if
there are roadway impact fees that can be directed to Booty’s Rd. Staff stated currently the
city does not have one in place, but are working on setting up a fund for an impact fee
toward transportation.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart to recommend to City Council Approval on a request
to rezone an approximately 1.9-acre tract of land being a portion of Lots 16-17, Block 1,
San Gabriel Estates subdivision, generally located at 930 Booty's Crossing Rd, from the
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Agriculture (AG) to Residential Single-Family (RS) zoning district. Second by
Commissioner Newman.
Discussion among Commissioners.
Motion failed (3-4) Newman, Perthuis and Stewart approved. Patterson, McMichael,
Brashear and Bargainer against.
Motion by Chair Brashear to recommend to City Council Denial on a request to rezone an
approximately 1.9-acre tract of land being a portion of Lots 16-17, Block 1, San Gabriel
Estates subdivision, generally located at 930 Booty's Crossing Rd, from the Agriculture
(AG) to Residential Single-Family (RS) zoning district and for City Council to examine
road improvement to Booty’s Rd. Second by Commissioner Patterson. Motion passed. (4-
3) Patterson, McMichael, Brashear and Bargainer. Newman, Perthuis and Stewart Against.
H. Public Hearing and possible action on a request to rezone an approximately 0.93-acre tract
of land out of the Antonio Flores Survey, Abstract No. 235, generally located at 1535 FM
971, from the Agriculture (AG) to Local Commercial (C-1) zoning district (2019-2-REZ).
Ethan Harwell, Planner
Ethan Harwell presented his staff report and reviewed over the location of the property
and the applicant’s request. Staff stated the application complies with all five criteria’s of
the UDC.
Chair Brashear invited the applicant. Applicant stated he will be glad to answer questions.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward. The Public Hearing was
closed.
Motion by Commissioner Bargainer to recommend to City Council approval for a request
to rezone an approximately 0.93-acre tract of land out of the Antonio Flores Survey,
Abstract No. 235, generally located at 1535 FM 971, from the Agriculture (AG) to Local
Commercial (C-1) zoning district. Second by Commissioner Stewart. Approved. (7-0)
I. Public Hearing and possible action on a request to rezone an approximately 12.0849-acre
tract of land consisting of Lot 2, Dream Acres subdivision, generally located at 661 FM
971, from the Agriculture (AG) to Low Density Multi-Family (MF-1) zoning district (2019-
3-REZ). Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Chelsea Irby presented her staff report and reviewed over the location of the property and
the applicant’s request. Staff stated the application complies with four and partially one of
five criteria’s of the UDC.
Chair Brashear invited the applicant.
Applicant, Tim Hainey reviewed his applicant’s request.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Barbara Larrabell, 107 Pecan Vista Cove stated the traffic in the area will greatly increase
with the proposed development and recommends denial.
Michael Swearingen, 77 Freddie Drive requested a connection be made between this
project and Freddie Drive. He is concerned about focusing all the traffic onto FM 971
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Chair Brashear closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Stewart to recommend to City Council approval of a request to
rezone an approximately 12.0849-acre tract of land consisting of Lot 2, Dream Acres
subdivision, generally located at 661 FM 971, from the Agriculture (AG) to Low Density
Multi-Family (MF-1) zoning district. Second by Commissioner Patterson. Approved. (7-0)
J. Update and discussion regarding proposed changes to Section 6.06, Common Amenity
Area, Section 8.02, Tree Preservation and Protection, and Section 13.08, Parkland, of the
Unified Development Code (UDC) regarding Parkland Dedication requirements
(Amendment No. 3). Andreina Dávila-Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager.
K. Update and discussion on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
regarding the building standards of the multi-family residential zoning districts
(Amendment No. 14). Andreina Dávila- Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
L. Update and discussion on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
regarding additional notification requirements for land use applications (Amendment No.
17). Andreina Dávila-Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Andreina Dávila-Quintero gave an update on the proposed changes and amendments to
the Unified Development Code.
The P&Z Commissioners commended Andreina on her hard work and thanked her for her
presentation
M. Presentation and discussion of the findings of the technical studies of the 2030 Housing
Element. Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director, and Susan Watkins, AICP, Housing
Coordinator
Susan Watkins gave a presentation on the findings of the technical studies of the 2030
Housing Element.
The P&Z Commissioners commended Susan on her hard work and thanked her for her
presentation.
N Presentation and general discussion on the Planning Department's End of Year Report for
2018. Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Long Range Planning Manager
Sofia informed the Commissioners, the Year End Report for the Planning Department can
be found on the City website. Ms. Nelson stated planning staff has worked really hard on
this report and hoped the Commissioners will review the report.
P.
Updates and Announcements (Sofia Nelson) NA
Update from other Board and Commission meetings. NA
Questions or comments from Alternate Members about the actions and matters
considered on this agenda. NA
Reminder of the April 16, 2019, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting in the
Council Chambers located at 510 W 9th St, starting at 6:00pm.
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Adjournment
Motion to adjourn at 9:12 p. m.
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Ercel Brashear, Chair Attest, P&Z Ben Stewart, Secretary