HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 04.10.2001 CC-RThe City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met in Regular Session on the
above date with Mayor MaryEllen Kersch presiding.
Council Present: Council Absent:
Charles "Ross" Burson, Ferd Tonn, Lee All Council present
Bain, Susan Hoyt, Clark Lyda, Sam
Pfiester, Llorente Navarrette
George Russell, City Manager; Marianne Banks, City Attorney: Sandra Lee, City
Secretary; Jim Briggs, Assistant City Manager/Director of Community -Owned Utilities;
Tom Yantis, Assistant City Manager/Director of Information Resources; Micki Rundell, j
Director of Finance and Administration; Verna Browning, Director of Community
Services; Amelia Sondregoth, Director of Development Services; David Morgan, Police
Chief; Roland Waites, Police Lieutenant; Kevin Stofle, Police Lieutenant; Toni
Maskunas, Police Department Communications Supervisor; Gary Martin, Deputy City
Attorney; Cathy Riedel, Assistant City Attorney; Shelly Cameron, Webmaster; Mike
Mayben, Energy Services Manager; Eric Lashley, Library Director; Judy Fabry, Library
Staff Assistant
A Development Services Staff presentation regarding the City's current driveway spacing standards, a
comparison with other municipalities, and a proposed revision to the ordinance -- Leane Heldenfels, Amelia
Sondgeroth, and George Russell
Heldenfels told Council that staff recommends the standard of 200 -foot distance from major arterials as
listed in the City of Austin Transportation Manual. Sondgeroth noted that the staff has not yet solicited
engineering input on this recommendation and asked Jim Briggs to speak to Council. Briggs noted that the
closer the distance between driveway cuts, the more impact it would have on traffic flow. He said he
realizes the 400 -foot requirement has been a burden in certain cases, but he believes 100 -foot separations
will increase the need for more transportation improvements.
B Direction to staff regarding connectivity of streets between neighborhoods -- MaryEllen Kersch
There was discussion regarding various subdivisions that have adhered to the ordinance and those that
were built before the ordinance was adopted. Lyda and Bain suggested that each be dealt with on a
case-by-case basis until the development ordinances have been revised. Briggs suggested that staff
should review the traffic flow and connectivity issues on each development.
C Presentation from Grande Communications -- Cathy Riedel, Marianne Banks, and George Russell
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The City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met in Regular Session on the
above date with Mayor MaryEllen Kersch presiding.
Council Present: Council Absent:
Charles "Huss" Burson, Ferd Tonn, Lee All Council present
»Bain, Susan Hoyt, Clark Lyda, Sam
Pfiester, Llorente Navarrette
Staff Present:
George Russell, City Manager; Marianne Banks, City Attorney: Sandra Lee, City
Secretary; Jim Briggs, Assistant City Manager/Director of Community -Owned Utilities;
Tom Yantis, Assistant City Manager/Director of Information Resources; Micki Rundell,,
Director of Finance and Administration; Verna Browning, Director of Community
Services; Amelia Sondregoth, Director of Development Services; David Morgan, Police'
Chief; Roland Waites, Police Lieutenant; Kevin Stofle, Police Lieutenant; Toni
Maskunas, Police Department Communications Supervisor; Gary Martin, Deputy City
Attorney; Cathy Riedel, Assistant City Attorney; Shelly Cameron, Webmaster; Mike
Mayben, Energy Services Manager; Eric Lashley, Library Director; Judy Fabry, Library
Staff Assistant
A Development Services Staff presentation regarding the City's current driveway spacing standards, a
comparison with other municipalities, and a proposed revision to the ordinance -- Leane Heldenfels, Amelia
Sondgeroth, and George Russell
Heldenfels told Council that staff recommends the standard of 200 -foot distance from major
arterials as listed in the City of Austin Transportation Manual. Sondgeroth noted that the staff has not yet
solicited engineering input on this recommendation and asked Jim Briggs to speak to Council. Briggs noted
that the closer the distance between driveway cuts, the more impact it would have on traffic flow. He said
he realizes the 400 -foot requirement has been a burden in certain cases, but he believes 100 -foot
separations will increase the need for more transportation improvements.
B Direction to staff regarding connectivity of streets between neighborhoods -- MaryEllen Kersch
There was discussion regarding various subdivisions that have adhered to the ordinance and
those that were built before the ordinance was adopted. Lyda and Bain suggested that each be dealt with
on a case-by-case basis until the development ordinances have been revised. Briggs suggested that staff
should review the traffic flow and connectivity issues on each development.
C Presentation from Grande Communications -- Cathy Riedel, Marianne Banks, and George Russell
Banks introduced John Moore of Grande Communications who introduced Scott Ferguson.
Ferguson gave a slide presentation regarding the background of Grande Communications and their
provision of service. John Moore emphasized that they will provide quality customer service and be a good
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corporate citizen in Georgetown.
Council did not go into Executive Session at this meeting.
Called to order at 6:00 p.m.
G Comments from the dais regarding the following items:
1.
Opening Comments and Welcome to Audience
Mayor welcomed the audience and gave a brief description of Council Meeting
procedures.
2.
Mayor's Comments
- Presentation of Proclamation for Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Mayor Kersch asked Councilmember Navarrette to read and present the proclamation.
- Southwestern Inauguration
Mayor Kersch recalled the recent activities at the Inauguration.
- Announcement of vacancy for alternate on Board of Adjustment
Mayor Kersch announced that there is one alternate position to be filled on the Board of
Adjustment.
- Short Charter Review
Mayor Kersch reviewed the Charter provisions regarding the positions of Mayor and
Mayor Pro Tem. Yantis noted that the Charter is on the City website.
3.
List of Topics from Executive Session
Banks read a list of the items discussed by the Council at the April 9, 2001 Executive
Session
4.
Reports from Councilmembers on issues affecting City operations
- Response to articles in the Austin American Statesman -- Sam Pfiester
Pfiester reported on what
he nnnsideFe d to ho* inaccuracies of the articles in the
Statesman regarding the bid for the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant. (*as
corrected by Lyda at the April 24, 2009 Council Meeting)
5.
Reports from Councilmembers regarding committee assignments
- Capital Area Planning Council - no report
- Facilities -no report
- Finance - Bain reported that the Committee met on March 29.
- Fire and Police - Navarrette noted there would be another meeting soon.
- Planning and Development - Lyda said there would be a meeting on annexation policy toward
the end of the month
- Sanitation - no report
- Utilities and Transportation - Pfiester said the subcommittee met recently to discuss the Pecan
Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant bid
- Williamson -Burnet County Opportunities - no meeting
H Reports
from Boards and Commissions
- Economic Development Commission -- Chairman Scott La Grone distributed copies of the report
to Council and gave highlights of that report. He asked Council to consider that the ad hoc
members be given voting authority. He described to Council the three Economic Development
Subcommittees. He noted that the members of the Commission are giving talks about the
proposed Economic Development Plan and about the proposed 1/2 cent sales tax increase, and
told Council they have received questions concerning the Rivery Development. He asked that
Council give the Commission information regarding the Rivery Development. He spoke of the
interviews this week for an Economic Development Director. He told Council that the Draft
Economic Development Plan has drawn some response from the citizens, but the Commission is
looking forward to more. Kersch, Bain and Lyda discussed the "charge" to the Commission. It
was suggested that a joint workshop be set. Russell noted that an economic impact study has
been solicited. He also said he has received a serious contact from a company looking to relocate
in Georgetown.
- Youth Advisory Board -- Brenda Culver, staff liaison to the Board gave Council a report on the
current activities of the youth including the formation of a pediatric aids league and relay for life
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teams for which they will be looking for sponsors. She said they are working on projects for music
in the park and youth activities at the Community Center. She said they are losing some members
due to lack of attendance and will be losing the seniors at the end of the school year.
- List of Boards to report at future meetings:
April 24 - Main Street Advisory Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment; May 8 - Building Standards and
Convention and Visitors Bureau; May 22 - Downtown Business District Design Steering Committee and
Historic Preservation; June 12 - Library Board, Airport Board, and Housing Authority; June 26 - Parks and
Recreation and Planning and Zoning Commission; August 14 - Economic Development Commission and
Youth Advisory Board;
Announcements from City Manager
- Open House for Fire Station Number Four
Russell noted that the Open House would be held on Thursday, May 10 in the evening.
He told Council he is looking forward to hiring the Economic Development Director.
- Late -Breaking Headlines -- none
At this time, Kersch moved forward the following item from the Regular Agenda:
Y Appointments
1. Consideration of the appointment of Emma Fielder to the Library Advisory Board to fill the
vacancy left by the resignation of Helen Jenkins -- MaryEllen Kersch
Motion by
Bain,
second by Navarrette
to appoint Emma Fielder to the Library Advisory Board.
Approved
6-0.
(Hoyt absent from the
dais)
J Action from Executive Session items from Monday, April 9 and/or Tuesday, April 10, 2001
There was no action.
K Citizens Wishing to Address the Council and Responses from Councilmembers and/or Staff,
if appropriate
Keith Peshak regarding Airport Board Chairman Steve Johnston and request for an investigation.
Peshak, 800 Oak Crest Lane, told Council he thinks he is the only one who has done a line item
investigation of the cost of renovating the airport terminal. He asked Council to do an investigation of
Airport Board Chair Steve Johnston. He gave two occurrences at recent Airport Board Meetings that he
said he feels were illegal according to the Texas Open Meetings Act. He requested to speak again at the
next Council Meeting.
L Consideration of
approval of the minutes of
the
Workshop and
Executive Session of Monday, March 26
and the Regular
Meeting of Tuesday, March
27,
2001 -- Sandra
Lee and George Russell
Kersch and Lyda proposed corrections to the minutes of Tuesday, March 27, 2001.
M Consideration and possible action to approve the renewal of the contract between the City of Georgetown
and Flowers Construction Company, L.P., for electric system maintenance and construction in the
amount of $1,500,000.00 -- Michael W. Mayben, Jim Briggs, and George Russell
Pfiester asked how the amount was determined. Briggs explained that an annual amount was derived for a
three-year period based on the units for labor and material to quantify the contracts. He said the amount is
an estimated range.
N Consideration and possible action
to approve authorizing Reed,
Stowe and Yanke, LLC to
begin Phase III
of the Competitive Fee Analysis
not to exceed $105,500.00 --
Micki
Rundell and George
Russell
Pulled by Navarrette. (See Regular Agenda)
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O Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute a lease by and between the
City of Georgetown and Manning Environmental, for Building 3, Georgetown Industrial Buildings,
consisting of approximately 7,200 square feet, located at 401 W. 8th Street, Georgetown -- George Russell
(pulled by Russell and deferred to the April 24 Council Meeting)
P Consideration and possible
action to authorize
the Library to submit an application to
the Texas
Commission on the Arts for
a grant of $275.00
-- Eric Lashley, Verna
Browning, and
George Russell
Q Consideration of a resolution acknowledging receipt of a Petition for inclusion of Certain Real Property into
the Georgetown Village Public Improvement district #9 and setting a public hearing concerning same --
Gary D. Martin and George Russell
Motion by Lyda, second by Bain to approve with the exception of items N and O, and the minutes corrected.
Approved 6-0.
N Consideration and possible action
to approve authorizing Reed,
Stowe and Yanke, LLC to
begin Phase
III
of the Competitive Fee Analysis
not to exceed
$105,500.00 --
Micki Rundell and George
Russell
Rundell recounted
the various specific parts of the analysis
that were asked
by Council to be accomplished
on a priority basis.
She said the Phase II portion would be
accomplished
by
next February.
Motion by Lyda, second by Navarrette to approve up to a budget authorization of $45,000.00. Approved
6-0,
R Discussion and direction to staff concerning citizen complaints regarding Cox Communications --
MaryEllen Kersch
Kersch noted that she has received many phone calls complaining about the poor quality of service from
Cox Communications.
Carolyn Jackson, 204A Tamara Drive, told Council she feels the local employees of Cox are doing the
best they can, but she blames the ownership, Cox Communications of Atlanta, Georgia. She said she was
unable to reach the normal channels she was accustomed to receiving, and when she couldn't find them,
she tried to call Cox. She was unsuccessful at reaching them by phone, so she drove to the Cox office, and
was told, they were not answering the phones and also told she would be receiving more channels for $4
extra, which she explained she does not want.
Bain noted he had a similar situation, and was able to get through, but was put on hold for 20 minutes and
then disconnected.
Pfiester asked and it was confirmed that Cox Communications owns the Austin American Statesman.
S Consideration and possible action on request for waiver of application fee for Grande Communications
-- Marianne Banks and George Russell
Kersch explained that the City is eager to see competition to the service provided by Cox Communications.
Banks explained that Grande Communications is asking that the Council waive the $10,000 application fee
that is a part of the new master cable ordinance, but was not in place when Cox Communications initiated
their franchise with the City. Bain asked if the fee could be deferred until the franchise agreement is
approved. Riedel noted there were other feesincluded in the franchise agreement that would need to be
negotiated. Motion by Bain, second by Lyda to waive the payment of the initial application fee at this time
and to make that a part of the negotiations for the franchise agreement. Approved 6-0.
T Discussion and possible action on final report on library needs assessment -- Eric Lashley, Verna
Browning, and George Russell
Lashley asked Hidell to explain the report. Hidell provided and explained the final report, which contains
four options. He said he and the Library Board recommend Options B or D.
T. R. Reid, Chair of the Library Foundation, commended Lashley and the entire Library staff, but noted that
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the Foundation feels the lack of space at the current building limits the service that can be provided. He
strongly urged that the Council hold a bond election to fund the Llibrary. He thanked the Council for funding
the needs assessment. He told Council that the 16 members of the Foundation would be willing and
available to campaign for this issue.
Navarrette asked Hidell if branch locations were considered. Lashley said it had been discussed, and the
issue was popular to a point, but there would be additional expenses due to the need for addtional staff and
materials and maintenance of additonal buildings. Navarrette asked that more information be provided to
the Council regarding branch locations as an additional study. He also asked about combining with the
school district. Lashley said the trend now is to limit public at the school campuses due to security
problems. Motion by Navarrette, second by Lyda to accept the final report and have this put on the
Council Facility Subcommittee agenda to see where this fits in the scope of the City's building projects.
Pfiester clarified that a site had not been addressed. Motion by Hoyt, second by Pfiester to amend the
original motion to add a four-week timetable. Amendment approved 7-0. Main motion approved 7-0.
U Discussion and direction to staff regarding WBCO's request for site for Early Head Start Program -- Verna
Browning and George Russell
Browning noted that WBCO would like to obtain a site so that the program could be operational this fall.
She sugggested two locations. She introduced Robert Howard of WBCO who distributed a proposal to
Council. There was discussion as to whether land on College is deed restricted as park land. Motion by
Bain, second by Hoyt to defer this item to the next Council Meeting. Approved 6-0. (Navarrefte abstained)
Russell noted that one of the "Tessco" buildings has been vacated.
W Discussion and possible action regarding a development agreement with Quorum Equities Group --
Marianne Banks and George Russell
Russell noted that this item was placed on the agenda to provide the framework to be considered in the
development agreement. He said there are a number of pending issues that are not yet completed,
including the traffic and economic impact analyses, and he welcomed Council's comments. Sondregoth
explained why a PUD development is not being proposed for the Rivery due to the urban design standards.
She said the architect will have some sketches and designs prepared by the next Council Meeting. Russell
explained the phases and timelines. There was discussion regarding the separation of the Country Club
Road improvements from the bond issue affecting the Rivery development. When questioned by Lyda,
Bond Counsel, Carol Polombo, said debt was issued against the Country Club Road project and the City is
required by tax* law to dedicate those funds to that project. Briggs reviewed the background on the
alignment of Country Club Road. Russell noted that Phase I of the development is to be paid by the
developer and Phase 11 and Phase III will be funded by the revenue from the development. (*as corrected
by Lyda at the April 24, 2001 Council Meeting)
8:24 p.m. -- recessed
8:42 p.m. -- resumed Open Session
Rundell told Council that several options for funding were reviewed, explaining the strategy behind the
phasing process. When asked by Kersch if the City would be legally obligated for the funding of Phases 11
and III if the revenue stream stops, Rundell said the City's credit would be at risk if the revenue stream fails.
Navarrette asked and Rundell clarified that property tax and sales tax from the development would provide
the revenue stream. Russell emphasized that the City is relying on the outcome of the economic impact
study and if the numbers determine that the project is not feasible, the City will not go forward with the
development. Lyda stated that he is not willing for the City to have any credit exposure on this project.
Pfiester agreed with Lyda and clarified that Phases II and III will depend on general obligation debt. Garry
Kimball of First Southwest Company explained the "trade-off' of using a Public Improvement District (PID)
instead of issuing city self -supported debt. He noted that a debt -free scenario would require a long lead
time. Pfiester confirmed a two- to three-year delay on beginning the road improvement projects. There
was much discussion as to which road projects should be included in the PID. Polombo emphasized that a
"special benefit" would need to be specified. Russell said further work on doing a PID will be done; contact
will be made with the County regarding the County Development District (CDD); and some kind of funding
mechanism for Phases 11 and III, other than general obligation debt, will be investigated.
Jim Brown, 117 Randolph Road, told Council he wants the improvements at the intersection of Country
Club Road and Williams Drive to go forward as soon as possible. He suggested that transportation
planning be done to determine whether to put public money into the project.
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Bain asked Briggs why the City is not currently working on the Country Club intersection. Briggs responded
that there is difficulty in locating one of the landowners. He said CDM, Inc. has completed most of the
design with the exception of a particular piece of right of way that may require environmental investigation
due to possible hazardous contamination. He said there is also the question as to how many lanes are to
be constructed.
Maura Chricton, 201 River Hills Drive, asked about the timeline on the transportation and economic impact
studies, and asked if the public could have access to the information prior to the Council Meeting. Russell
said he will make it available at the Library as soon as it is received. Pfiester clarified with Chricton the
buffer distance to be provided. Chricton emphasized that their main issue is the safety of entering and
leaving the neighborhood. Sondregoth confirmed that the 150 foot buffer is on the plat that will be brought
to Council for approval.
BB 2. First Reading of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Georgetown, Texas Combination Tax
and Utility System Limited Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2001 in an amount not to exceed
$5,470,000, approving an official statement and other matters related thereto -- Micki Rundell and George
Russell
Rundell read only the caption of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the
City Charter.
Ken Evans, candidate for City Council District 7, read a statement saying that he is disturbed at seeing that
the Council is issuing certificates of obligation without allowing the public to vote on that issue. He also took
exception to the recent purchase of an additional building, and the lights. He suggested asking the citizens
to vote on whether to fund the projects.
Kersch asked and Rundell explained that there are three main reasons for doing certificates of obligation
rather than issuing bonds due to the timeliness and costs. She explained the City was able to purchase the
building at a significant cost saving. Motion by Tonn, second by Hoyt to approve the ordinance on first
reading. Approved 6-1. (Navarrette opposed)
BB 3. First Reading
of an
ordinance authorizing
the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Utility System Revenue Bonds,
Series 2001;
in an
amount not to exceed
$1,110,000.00
-- Micki Rundell
and George Russell
Rundell noted the shortfall for the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant and recommended $750,000
proceeds and an additional $50,000 in issuance costs be added to the amount for this series for a total of
$1,910,000. She said this would take care of everything involved with the Pecan Branch Plant. It was
determined that the item was posted for $1,110,000 and could not be increased without a separate posting.
Banks noted that there would need to be 10 days between readings and suggested doing it as an
Emergency Reading. Motion by Lyda, second by Hoyt to defer. Approved 7-0.
It was determined that the Emergency Reading would take place at the Council Meeting on April 24.
BB 4. First Reading of an ordinance levying assessments for the cost of certain improvements to be provided in
the Cimarron Hills Public Improvement District; fixing charges and liens against the property and its
owners and providing for the collection of the assessment -- Micki Rundell and George Russell
Rundell read only the caption of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the
City Charter. Motion by Navarrette, second by Bain to approve the ordinance on first reading. Approved
7-0.
BB 1. First Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone San Gabriel Village, Section One, Block 1, Lot 1 B from C -2A,
Restricted — Commercial First Height to exclude multifamily, to C -2A, Restricted -Commercial First Height to
include multifamily residential, located on Waters Edge Circle -- Carla Benton and Amelia Sondgeroth
Carla Benton read only the caption of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements
of the City Charter. Motion by Bain, second by Burson to approve the ordinance on first reading.
Approved 7-0.
V Consideration and possible action on a contract with Nextel Communications to lease space on the
James Street water tower to Nextel for the operation of wireless communication services -- Cathy Riedel,
Jim Briggs, and George Russell
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Briggs said the issues of concern were discussed with Nextel and are now included in the agreement and
have been outlined on the agenda item cover sheet. Motion by Hoyt, second by Pfiester to approve the
contract. Lyda said there were still some unacceptable provisions in the agreement. Approved 6-1. (Lyda
opposed)(Navarrette absent from the dais)(Navarrette voted in favor when he returned to the dais.)
W Discussion and possible action regarding a development agreement with Quorum Equities Group --
Marianne Banks and George Russell
Handled earlier after Item U.
X Consideration and possible action regarding voting authority for ad hoc members of the Economic
Development Commission -- Scot LaGrone, Tom Yantis, and George Russell
Kersch said she recalled that the Council had established a timetable when the ad hoc members would be
removed from the Commission. Riedel confirmed that the ordinance states that the ad hoc members would
be removed as of March 2002. Kersch explained that because of their background and association with the
Georgetown Industrial Foundation, the ad hoc members were established as non-voting so they could
provide their experience but not create a conflict of interest by voting. Bain expressed appreciation to the
ad hoc members for their service. Navarrette asked and Yantis replied that the reason for wanting them to
vote was not because of a failure to reach a quorum. Ken Evans noted that the three ad hoc members did
not ask for voting authority. He said it was suggested by another member and was a unanimous vote by
the membership. No action was taken on this item suggesting that it be an item on the agenda for the joint
workshop with the Economic Development Commission scheduled for Tuesday, April 24.
Y Appointments
1. Consideration of the appointment of Emma Fielder to the Library Advisory Board to fill the
vacancy left by the resignation of Helen Jenkins -- MaryEllen Kersch
Handled earlier after Item 1.
2. Consideration of the appointment of Tom Norrell to the Building Standards Commission to fill the
vacancy left by the transfer of Wallis Grabowsky to the Airport Advisory Board -- MaryEllen Kersch
Motion by Burson, second by Navarrette to approve the appointment of Norrell. Approved 7-0.
10:10 p.m. --recessed
10:16 p.m. -- resumed
3. Consideration of the appointment of Tom Nichols to the Board of Adjustment as an alternate
member -- MaryEllen Kersch
Motion by Lyda, second by Pfiester to approve the appointment of Nichols. Approved 4-0.
(three Councilmembers absent from the dais)
Z Consideration and possible action relating to a governance policy to define protocol for interactions
between staff and Council -- MaryEllen Kersch
Bain asked about communication with the assistant city managers and at subcommittee meetings.
There was much discussion. It was determined that this item would be brought back to the
Council at a future agenda. Motion by Navarrette, second by Pfiester to defer this item to the
next meeting. Hoyt asked Lyda to emphasize the role of the subcommittees. Council will bring
back suggestions as to how the policy should be written. Approved 7-0.
AA Second Readings
1. Second reading of an Ordinance amending the 2000/01 Annual Operating Plan Element (budget)
for transfer of appropriation to fund the costs associated with a Code Enforcement Officer and
Code Enforcement Supervisor per Council directive -- Micki Rundell and George Russell
Rundell read only the caption of the ordinance on second reading. Motion by Bain, second by
Hoyt to approve Ordinance No. 2001-25. Approved 7-0,
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2. Second reading of parkland dedication ordinance of an ordinance amending Section 42000 of the
Subdivision Regulations concerning Park Land Dedication -- John Philpott, Patrick Walsh, and
MaryEllen Kersch
Banks read only the caption of the ordinance on second reading. Motion by Bain, second by Hoyt
to approve Ordinance No. 2001-26. Approved 7-0.
3. Second Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone 61.8 acres in the William Addison Survey, to be
known as SummerCrest Subdivision (formerly known as First Charter Subdivision) from A,
Agricultural to RS, Residential Single Family, or any more restrictive district, located on SH 29 East
-- Melissa Murphy, Amelia Sondgeroth, and George Russell
Sondgeroth read only the caption of the ordinance on second reading. Motion by Bain, second by
Hoyt to approve Ordinance No. 2001-27. Approved 7-0.
4. Second Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone 31.10 acres in the Nicholas Porter Survey, from A,
Agricultural to RM -2, Residential -Dense Multi -family and RM -3, Residential -Office and Service
Districts, located along Northwest Boulevard south of Whisper Oaks Lane -- Melissa Murphy,
Amelia Sondgeroth, and George Russell
Sondgeroth read
only the caption
of the ordinance on
second reading. Motion by Bain, second by
Hoyt to approve
Ordinance No.
2001-28. Approved
7-0.
1. First Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone San Gabriel Village, Section One, Block 1, Lot 1 B from
C -2A, Restricted — Commercial First Height to exclude multifamily, to C -2A, Restricted -Commercial
First Height to include multifamily residential, located on Waters Edge Circle -- Carla Benton and
Amelia Sondgeroth
Handled earlier in the meeting following Item W.
2. First Reading of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Georgetown, Texas
Combination Tax and Utility System Limited Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2001
in an amount not to exceed $5,470,000, approving an official statement and other matters related
thereto -- Micki Rundell and George Russell
Handled earlier in the meeting following Item W.
3. First Reading of an ordinance authorizing the City of Georgetown, Texas Utility System Revenue
Bonds, Series 2001; in an amount not to exceed $1,110,000.00 -- Micki Rundell and George
Russell
Handled earlier in the meeting following Item W.
4. First Reading of an ordinance levying assessments for the cost of certain improvements to be
provided in the Cimarron Hills Public Improvement District; fixing charges and liens against the
property and its owners and providing for the collection of the assessment -- Micki Rundell and
George Russell
Handled earlier in the meeting following Item W.
5. First Reading of an ordinance amending Section 3.04.100 of the Code of Ordinances to provide for
the additional rights authorized by Section 854.202(g) of Title 8, Texas Government Code, as
amended, concerning participation of City employees in the Texas Municipal Retirement System
with respect to 20 year retirement -- Tom Yantis and George Russell
Yantis noted that the legal counsel of TMRS requested that the City provide clarification regarding
the intent of the 20 -year retirement provision. He read only the caption of the ordinance on first
reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter. Motion by Navarrette, second
by Tonn to approve this ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
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CC Report on the Reorganization of the Police Department -- David Morgan and George Russell
Morgan gave four reasons for the reorganization as (1) to enhance professionalism through increased
supervision; (2) to prepare the Department for the future anticipated growth and development; (3) to provide
quality customer service while maintaining the community's sense of "small town values;" and (4) to
continue the balance of "basic" police services and community policing strategies through problem -solving
efforts. He said there are no additional budget costs needed to support this reorganization plan. Kersch
questioned the possibility of increased salaries to correspond with the new job titles. Morgan explained that
any increased pay grades would be requested as a part of the "career ladder" and to allow Georgetown
salaries to be competitive with other agencies in the area. At Lyda's question, Yantis explained that the
market analysis that was done last year was not necessarily a look at competitiveness within the area for all
positions city-wide. He said it is something that needs to be done on a regular basis. He said any increase
in pay grades would be assessed at budget time in comparison to all other budgetary issues. Yantis
assured Lyda that there has been no implied salary adjustment corresponding with the title changes.
Russell said he feels there are a few minor "career ladder" adjustments that need to be made, but he will
place them into the budget cycle. Navarrette emphasized that there are no decisions made at the
subcommittee level and that he will not make any decisions related to salary for the police department
because his brother is a police officer. Burson said the reorganization changes should be the business of
the manager and his staff, and not the concern of the Council unless money is concerned.
DD Consideration and possible action on hiring an attorney to draft a revised City Charter -- Marianne Banks
and George Russell
Della Green asked what the Council had decided about the Charter. Kersch and Banks explained that the
election process would need to be determined before the Charter can be changed. Green told Council that
she thinks the possibility of changing the Charter should be a voter decision and there needs to be a
committe of citizens formed to make suggested revisions. Kersch acknowledged that is what is being done.
Green said even the possibility of changing it should be put to a vote.
EE Consideration and possible action for the selection process to appoint members to the Charter Review
Committee -- MaryEllen Kersch
It was determined that this item would be deferred to a future agenda following the determination of the
election process to be used in Georgetown.
FF Discussion and possible action regarding a resolution to amend the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
for the Georgetown Enrichment Corporation, including renaming the Corporation and revising its
purpose -- Cathy Riedel, Marianne Banks, and George Russell
This item was deferred to a future agenda, depending on the outcome of the sales tax issue on the May 5
ballot.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:22 PM.
ayor MaryEllen Kersch
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