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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 01.23.2001 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 "Noss" Burson, Clark Lyda, Sam Susan Hoyt Pfiester, Lee Bain, Llorente Navarrette, Ferd Tonn Staff Present: George Russell, City Manager; Marianne Banks, City Attorney; Sandra Lee, City Secretary;Tom Yantis, Assistant City Manager/Director of Information Resources; Jim Briggs, Assistant City Manager/Director of Community Owned Utilities; Micki Rundell, Director of Finance and Administration; Verna Browning, Director of Community Services; Anthony Lincoln, Chief of Fire Services; Laurie Brewer, Controller; Dave Hall,'' Interim Chief of Development Services/Building Official; David Munk, Development "Engineer; Carla Benton, Development Planner Called to order at 4:08 p.m. A workload issues and Council development of goals, objectives, and method of self-evaluation (Phase 1) -- George Russell and quality of life, and MaryEllen as Kersch The Mayor and Councilmembers Pfiester, Lyda, Burson, and Bain shared their goals and objectives for the community, including economic diversity, improved transportation, and quality of life, Russell noted that staff must continue to perform operational tasks as well as handle the strategic issues. He spoke of the need for a Council/staff partnership with a focus on priorities. Russell explained a spreadsheet of major projects. Kersch asked Council to read and respond to a suggested "self evaluation of the Council's Policy Role from the TML Handbook as provided in the agenda packet. Recessed to Executive Session at 5:15 p.m. zHA.... �ru 1. B Sec.551.071 consultation with attorney - Pending Litigation -City and George Russell, in his official capacity as Acting City Manager and Officer for Public Information v. John W. Cornyn, Attorney General of Texas; Cause No. 00-0453; In the Supreme Court of Texas City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 1 of 9 Pages - Performance Review of Council -appointed employees Reconvened at 6:04 p.m. G Comments from the dais regarding the following items: - Opening Comments and Welcome to Audience Mayor Kersch welcomed the audience and gave a brief overview of meeting procedures. She announced that Item X-4 was requested to be deferred to the next agenda, but there was discussion concerning whether the case should be heard anyway. Mayor announced that Item 0-1 would be moved forward on the agenda and Item 0-3 would be deferred at the request of the applicants. - Mayor's Comments - Council's focus on the future: this session's workshops Mayor reviewed Council's recent workshops. - Meetings with Texas Department of Transportation - Meeting with Council on Domestic Violence Mayor recounted the above two meetings. - Joint Meeting with City Boards concerning downtown and Economic Research Associates on January 25 - TML Legislative Briefing on February 5 - Boards and Commissions Banquet on February 23 - National League of Cities Conference March 7 through 13 - Council Workshop on March 12 and Regular Council Meeting on March 13 - 35th Annual Texas Legislative Conference in New Braunfels March 22-23 Council discussed attendance at the above -referenced events. - List of Topics from Executive Session Banks read the list of topics discussed by the Council. - Discussion of Upcoming Workshops and Council Calendar Boards orientation on February 15. - Requirements for connectivity of roads - Code enforcement options, i.e., ordinance posibilities to close gaps on repeat offenders - Council Ethics Ordinance - Joint Meeting with the Economic Development Commission January 31, 2001 - Joint Meeting with Georgetown Independent School District Board of Trustees No date determined. - Joint Meeting with Williamson County Commissioners February 13, 2001, noon - Joint Meeting with Chairs of Boards and Commissions March 5, 2001 City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 2 of 9 Pages -City and George Russell, in his official capacity as Acting City Manager and as Office for Public Information v. John W. Cornyn, Attorney General of Texas; Cause No. GV -001865 (353rd District Court of Travis County) -Dome) v. City, Cause No. 94-020-C368 (368th District Court, Williamson County) -Georgetown Waterpark, Ltd. v. City, et al.; Cause No. 00-209-C277 (277th District Court of Williamson County) -Walker and Shell Road Golf Center, Inc. v. City; Cause No. 00-083-C277 (277th District Court, Williamson County) -Wallace v. William Joseph Pascoe, Jr., Gary Todd Terbush, David Morgan, Chief of Police and City; Cause No. A -00 -CA -609 -SS; U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas -City v. Doug and Doris Pierce; Cause No. 00-552-C26 (26th District Court, Williamson County) -Potential Litigation -Code Enforcement Actions C Sec.551.072 deliberation on real property -Purchase of property for use for city facilities -Disposition of City property D Sec.551.086 deliberation regarding economic development -Discussion of Economic Development Prospects E Sec.551.086 competitive matters -Letter of Credit for Wholesale Electric Power Agreement F Sec.551.074 personnel matters - Performance Review of Council -appointed employees Reconvened at 6:04 p.m. G Comments from the dais regarding the following items: - Opening Comments and Welcome to Audience Mayor Kersch welcomed the audience and gave a brief overview of meeting procedures. She announced that Item X-4 was requested to be deferred to the next agenda, but there was discussion concerning whether the case should be heard anyway. Mayor announced that Item 0-1 would be moved forward on the agenda and Item 0-3 would be deferred at the request of the applicants. - Mayor's Comments - Council's focus on the future: this session's workshops Mayor reviewed Council's recent workshops. - Meetings with Texas Department of Transportation - Meeting with Council on Domestic Violence Mayor recounted the above two meetings. - Joint Meeting with City Boards concerning downtown and Economic Research Associates on January 25 - TML Legislative Briefing on February 5 - Boards and Commissions Banquet on February 23 - National League of Cities Conference March 7 through 13 - Council Workshop on March 12 and Regular Council Meeting on March 13 - 35th Annual Texas Legislative Conference in New Braunfels March 22-23 Council discussed attendance at the above -referenced events. - List of Topics from Executive Session Banks read the list of topics discussed by the Council. - Discussion of Upcoming Workshops and Council Calendar Boards orientation on February 15. - Requirements for connectivity of roads - Code enforcement options, i.e., ordinance posibilities to close gaps on repeat offenders - Council Ethics Ordinance - Joint Meeting with the Economic Development Commission January 31, 2001 - Joint Meeting with Georgetown Independent School District Board of Trustees No date determined. - Joint Meeting with Williamson County Commissioners February 13, 2001, noon - Joint Meeting with Chairs of Boards and Commissions March 5, 2001 City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 2 of 9 Pages - Reports from Councilmembers regarding committee assignments - Capital Area Planning Council - no report - Finance Bain announced a meeting tomorrow at Development Servuces Conference Room at 3:00 p.m. Invited anyone who might be planning to run for Council. - Fire and Police Navarrette announced a meeting on February 7 at 3:00 p.m. - Planning and Development No meeting set. Interviews scheduled on Thursday for Director position. Sanitation - no report - Utilities and Transportation Pfiester announced the next meeting would be on January 30 at Development Services at 3:00 p.m. regarding the potential of a Chisholm Trail Water Improvement District - Williamson -Burnet County Opportunities - Tonn announced that he was unable to attend because they met during the Council Workshop on Monday night. H - Reports from Boards and Commissions - no reports scheduled Report from City Manager on issues affecting City Operations -- George Russell - Invitation to Council to participate in the Southwestern University Presidential Inauguration on April 4 Russell asked Yantis to inform Council of the invitation for them to participate in the inaugural parade. Yantis announced that President Carter would be the speaker at the inauguration. - Update on clean-up efforts from the ice storm of November 15, 2000 Russell gave Council an update and emphasized that Texas Disposal Systems and the City has gone through the City twice to pick up broken limbs, etc. He warned that there would not be another pick-up. He said that limbs that are currently on the curb would only be picked up if bundled in four -foot sections. - Late -breaking headlines - none J Action from Executive Session items from Monday, January 22 and/or Tuesday, January 23, 2001 Motion by Lyda, second by Bain to authorize payment up to an additional $50,000 for legal fees to Strasburger and Price for defending the City in the lawsuit brought by Waterpark Ltd., bringing the total authorization to $150,000 to date. Approved 6-0. Motion by Bain, second by Navarrette to approve up to $200 for attorney fees to Bill Connor. Approved 6-0. Motion by Bain, second by Pfiester to allow the staff to seek a letter of credit in the amount of $300,000 for the wholesale electric power agreement with Calpine Energy Services, L.P. from a bank other than the City's depository bank. K Citizens Wishing to Address the Council and Responses from Councilmembers and/or Staff, if appropriate Della Green, 1901 Vine Street, regarding Charter revision. Ms. Green did not attend the Council Meeting. Statutory Consent Agenda L Consideration of minutes of the Workshop and Executive Session of Monday, January 8, the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, January 9, 2001, and the Special Meeting of Tuesday, January 16, 2001 -- Shirley Rinn and Sandra Lee Mayor Kersch noted the following corrections to the minutes for Tuesday, January 9: Page 6, Item Z, middle of 2nd paragraph should read: completely against the construction of the jail facility on the Inner Loop; Burson should be included on the Selection Committee; and change Item CC to: Tape recordings will be done at each Council Subcommittee Meeting. M Grants (pulled by Kersch)(see Regular Agenda) City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 3 of 9 Pages I Consideration and possible action to approve an award of bid, from JNM Construction, of Manor, Texas, for construction of the Main Street Water System Improvements, in the amount of $1547819.00 -- William Adams and Jim Briggs Lyda asked for the timeline for the project. Briggs explained the project, saying the only utilty to be relocated is the waterline prior to the street construction. He said most of the work will be performed at night (7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) so as not to disrupt business for the shop owners on Main Street. He noted that the booking dates for the Inn on the Square will be considered for possible adjustments to the contractor's schedule. 2 Consideration of an award of annual bid for Sodium Hypochlorite, Cyanuric Acid and Muriatic Acid to Progressive Commercial Aquatics, Inc. in the estimated amount of $18,680.00 -- Terry Jones and Randy Morrow O Public Review Final Plats 1 Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat of 19.769 acres in the Burrell Eaves Survey, to be known as the Worship Sites in Neighborhood 14 of the Planned Unit Development of Sun City Texas, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Dave Hall (pulled by Kersch)(see Regular Agenda) 2 Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat of 16.25 acres in the Leroy B. Lord Survey, to be known as The Planned Unit Development of Georgetown Village, Section 5, located on Westbury Lane and Redbud Ct., along Village Commons Boulevard, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations and amendment to the Planned Unit Development standards of the Planned Unit Development of Georgetown Village Subdivision -- David Munk and Dave Hall 3 Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat of 7.42 acres in the Rivery Subdivision Conveyance Plat, Lot 3, located on S. IH35 at the proposed Rivery Boulevard, to be known as The Rivery Park, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Dave Hall (deferred at the request of the applicant) 4 Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat of the Resubdivision of the Dennis P. McCoy Subdivision and B&T Subdivision, Lot 1, to be known as McCartt Subdivision, located at 5255 and 5311 S. IH35, with variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- James Baker and Dave Hall P Record Final Plats 1 Consideration and possible action on a Record Final Plat of 17.09 acres in the Williams Roberts survey to be known as The Reserve at Berry Creek, Section 1A, Phase Two, located along Sarazen Loop, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall Pfiester asked for the timing on the policy on the parkland dedication ordinance. Banks noted the proposed ordinance would possibly be brought to Council at the next meeting. 2 Consideration and possible action on a Record Final Plat of 6.317 acres in the William Addison Survey, to be known as Georgian Place, Phase III, located on Maple Street, Georgian Drive, and Canterbury Trail, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Dave Hall Mayor questioned the need for phasing. Scott Jones, Engineer for project, explained the phasing of the parkland dedications. It was suggested that the parkland issue be removed from consideration because the land has already been dedicated. 3 Consideration and possible action on a Record Final Plat of 37.09 acres in the John Sutherland Survey, to be known as Westlake of the Woods, Phase 1 B, located along Silverstone Drive, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Dave Hall City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 4 of 9 Pages Q Short Form Record Final Plats 1 Consideration and possible action on a Short Form Record Final Plat of a Resubdivision of San Gabriel Village, Section One, Block 1, Lot 1, located at the southeast corner of IH35 northbound frontage road and Waters Edge Circle, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall 2 Consideration and possible action on a Short Form Record Final Plat of 9.04 acres in the William Addison and Clement Stubblefield Surveys, to be known as the Planned Unit Development of the Everette Williams Elementary School Subdivision, located at 507 E. University Avenue -- Carla Bentonand Dave Hall (pulled by Navarrette)(see Regular Agenda) R Consideration of a resolution authorizing the City Attorney to issue a quit claim deed to be filed abandoning a portion of 10th Street right of way, approximately 0.48 acres in the Clement Stubblefield Survey and the William Addison Survey, located between College and Ash Streets -- Melissa Murphy and Dave Hall (pulled by Kersch)(see Regular Agenda) S Consideration of a waiver to the requirement for a Detailed Development Plan for South San Gabriel Urban Renewal Addition, Block M, Lot 6, for St. Paul United Methodist Church, located at 610 Martin Luther King Drive -- Steve O'Neal and Dave Hall T Consideration of a resolution to authorize a Licence to Encroach into an eighty (80) foot Right of Way located along 8th Street (Oak), the north property line of a 9.04 acre tract situated in the Clement Stubblefield Survey and the William Addison Survey located at 507 E. University Avenue -- Melissa Murphy and Dave Hall Motion by Bain, second by Lyda to approve the Consent Agenda with the corrections to the minutes and with the exception of Items M-1, M-2, M-3, 0-1, 0-37Q-2, and R which were pulled for the Regular Agenda. Approved 6-0. Legislative Regular Agenda M Grants (pulled by Kersch) 1 Consideration and possible action to approve a grant of $9,678.00 from the Texas Workforce Commission for Kid City Summer Camp -- Kelli McMahan and Randy Morrow 2 Consideration of resolution to accept grant funds from the State of Texas Governor's Office for the position of Victim Services Coordinator -- Roland Waits and David Morgan 3 Consideration and possible action regarding the approval of grants in the amount of $2500 from the Texas Historical Commission -- Debbie Charbonneau and George Russell It was reiterated that Council has asked* to review and approve all grants prior to applications. There was discussion that these applications could be retracted if Council so desired. There was discussion regarding matching City funds. Motion by Lyda, second by Navarrette to take no action on the applications and require that the grants be brought back for Council approval before acceptance. Approved 5-1. (Tonn opposed) *as corrected by Mayor Kersch at the February 13 Council Meeting O Public Review Final Plats 1 Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat of 19.769 acres in the Burrell Eaves Survey, to be known as the Worship Sites in Neighborhood 14 of the Planned Unit Development of Sun City Texas, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Dave Hall (pulled by Kersch) Munk explained the item and noted that several citizens have requested a buffer. He said the developer has agreed to the buffer. Munk provided Council with a copy of a letter from Todd Jansen of Del Webb. Bain questioned the location and timing of the buffer. Jansen said in most cases no easement would be needed, thinking the buffers will fit within the Sun City right of way to be concluded 180 days after construction of the worship center. City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 5 of 9 Pages I.J. Patterson said he and his neighbors are aware of the letter and thanked Del Webb and the Council for responding to their requests. He asked that the letter be included with the plat as a voluntary stipulation. Motion by Bain, second by Lyda to approve the Public Review Final Plat with the requirement that the letter from Del Webb a Special be a part of Election. the plat. Approved 6-0. Q2 Consideration and possible action on a Short Form Record Final Plat of 9.04 acres in the William Addison and Clement Stubblefield Surveys, to be known as the Planned Unit Development of the Everette Williams Elementary School Subdivision, located at 507 E. University Avenue -- Carla Bentonand Dave Hall (pulled by Navarrette) Navarrette asked to see the elevation. Benton displayed the elevation and told Council that it meets the urban design requirements. Navarrette questioned the proposed parking lot lighting. A representative from Steger and Bizzell said he felt there would be no problem with making the lighting equal to the urban design standards. Banks noted to Council that there is a stipulation regarding Item R that would require that it be handled prior to taking action on this item. She suggested Council not take any action on Item R. Motion by Bain, second by Pfiester to approve the Short Form Record Final Plat. Approved 6-0. R Consideration of a resolution authorizing the City Attorney to issue a quit claim deed to be filed abandoning a portion of 10th Street right of way, approximately 0.48 acres in the Clement Stubblefield Survey and the William Addison Survey, located between College and Ash Streets -- Melissa Murphy and Dave Hall (pulled by Kersch) No action was taken on this item. X-4 First Reading of an ordinance rezoning South San Gabriel Urban Renewal, Block U, Lot 9, from RS, Residential Single Family to RM -3, Office and Service District, or any more restrictive use, located at 501 W. 6th Street -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall Benton read the caption only after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter. Banks explained that she wasnot able to verify the signers of a petition from area landowners. She said it would require 6 votes to approve. Kersch noted the applicant had requested to defer this item. Banks said she would need to verfiy that 20% or more of the land area is represented by the signatures on the petition which she might be able to do by speaking to some of the residents in the audience. (Banks left the Chamber with members of the audience who had signed the petition. This item was reconsidered after Item V, below.) AA -2 Consideration of approval of a resolution calling a Special Election on March 24, 2001, for the purpose of electing a Councilmember for District 7, if declared an emergency by the Governor of Texas; ordering a runoff election, if necessary; and establishing procedures for said elections -- Sandra Lee Kersch noted that a response was received today from the Governor's Office determining there was no emergency reason to hold a Special Election. Ken Evans, 711 E. University, as a candidate for District 7, said he is happy to hear that the election is not necessary due to the confusion and expense to the tax payers. He said he is concerned about the perception of some citizens as to why the special election had been a possibility. He suggested that a summary of the Attorney General opinion and the resulting response from the Governor's Office be put in the newspaper. Mayor Kersch suggested that he ask that the newspaper article state that the Council did not want to hold the election, but felt they were told to do so by the Attorney General. Bain asked that the City request a letter from the Secretary of State's Office to back up the verbal response. It was determined that no Council action would be necessary on this item. City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 6 of 9 Pages V Consideration and action regarding nominations and appointments to fill vacancies to Council Boards and Commissions -- MaryEllen Kersch Kersch explained that she, Lyda, Pfiester, and Bain held scheduled interviews of the citizens who had applied to serve on the City boards and commissions. It was determined that naming the Chairs would take place at a future meeting. Kersch read the recommended appointments. She added the name of Patricia Chalaire to serve as a Special Assistant to the Council regarding housing. Banks noted that the special assistant position was not posted, so Council agreed that it should be discussed at a future meeting. Kersch noted that the Council Subcommittee doing the interviews and selections took into consideration excessive absences and that there is no policy an favoring* automatic reappointment. Motion by Bain, second by Lyda to approve the appointments. Approved 6-0. *as corrected by Mayor Kersch at the February 13 Meeting Motion by Lyda, second by Bain to suspend action on appointments to the Main Street Board until a final recommendation is made from the Economic Development Commission and consider staggering the terms of the Economic Development Commission members on the next agenda with a readjustment to the number of members, and removal of the ad hoc members. Approved 6.0. At this time, Council returned to further consideration of Item X-4 X-4 First Reading of an ordinance rezoning South San Gabriel Urban Renewal, Block U, Lot 9, from RS, Residential Single Family to RM -3, Office and Service District, or any more restrictive use, located at 501 W. 6th Street -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall Jack Webernick, an attorney representing the Gaults, asked that this item be deferred. Motion by Burson, second by Bain to defer. Mayor voted to break a tie. Approved 4-3. (Lyda, Navarrette, and Pfiester opposed) W Second Readings 1 Second Reading of an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance, Section 18.125, which defines a "Home Occupation" - - Dave Hall 2 Second Reading of an ordinance amending Section 6.305 of the Zoning Ordinance to revise Type C Bufferyard standards -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall 4 Second Reading of an ordinance rezoning the B and T Subdivision, Lot 1 from A, Agricultural, to C -2A, Commercial First Height, or any more restrictive district, located at South IH 35 frontage road -- James Baker and Dave Hall 5 Second Reading of an ordinance providing for the annexation into the City of 1.80 acres, more or less, in the William Addison Survey, to be known as the SummerCrest Subdivision, located along SH29 East -- James Baker and Dave Hall Motion by Bain, second by Navarrette to approve (1 2,4 and 5) Ordinances 2001-041 -051 -07, and —08. Approved 6-0. 7:56 p.m. recessed -- 8:12 p.m. resumed W3 Second Reading of an ordinance Rezoning 17.91 acres in the David Wright Survey, from A, Agricultural to C-1, Local Commercial, or any more restrictive district, located at 4500 FM2338 (Andice Road ) -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall Benton read the caption only of the ordinance on second reading. Ercel Brashear, representing HEB, noted that the City had suspended the zoning process in order to give NEB a chance to submit their designs. He said HEB has spent a lot of time attempting to meet the City standards. City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 7 of 9 Pages Motion by Pfiester, second by Tonn to approve Ordinance No. 2001-06. Approved 6-0. Y Consideration and possible action on a Public Review Final Plat and Detailed Development Plan of 17.91 acres in the David Wright Survey, to be known as Georgetown HEB #2, located at 4500 FM2338, with possible Variances to the Subdivision Regulations -- Carla Benton and Dave Hall Benton explained the requested variances. She said staff does not support the variances, due to the ordinance and the lack of hardship. She said the Planning and Zoning Commission supports approval and makes the suggestion of right turn in and right turn out only on Cedar Breaks Road. Jeff Barton and Jim Murphy, of Doucette and Associates, engineering firm working on the HEB site, displayed the site plan to Council showing an effort to protect trees with a variety of options and showing reasons for the requested variances. Brashear spoke about the 450 foot driveway separation required by the City's ordinance. Lyda asked Russell that it be reviewed with the possibility of revising the ordinance. Motion by Bain, second by Tonn to approve the Public Review Final Plat and Detailed Development Plan and grant the requested variances. Council commended HEB. Approved 6-0. U Council Policy 1 Consideration and possible action on ordinances, charges, and by-laws for Boards and Commissions as per Monday night workshop discussions -- MaryEllen Kersch Motion by Lyda, second by Bain to defer this item until the next meeting. Approved 6-0. Kersch asked that the draft ordinances be provided prior to the agenda packet for the next meeting. 2 Consideration and possible action to establish policy regarding situation when zoning change request is considered unacceptable, and Council is willing to consider offering a change of lesser value than requested, but greater than existing zoning classification -- MaryEllen Kersch There was discussion regarding how to handle this type of situation. Council determined not to take action on this item. 3 Consideration and possible action to provide for regular, on-going evaluation of our City Manager, City Secretary, City Attorney, and Municipal Judge -- MaryEllen Kersch Motion by Pfiester, second by Lyda to approve. Approved 6-0. X First Readings 1 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 (TMRS) -- Laurie Brewer and Tom Yantis Brewer gave Council an overview of the deliberations of the City Employee Benefits Committee and reminded Council that the required Public Hearing for this ordinance was held prior to the January 22 Council Workshop. She read only the caption of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter. Motion by Lyda, second by Bain to approve. Approved 6-0. 2 First Reading of an ordinance amending Secion 3.04 of the Code of Ordinances, increasing the City employee deposit rate contributions to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) to 6% and providing for the annual updated service credits in TMRS on an annual basis -- Laurie Brewer and Tom Yantis Brewer explained the ordinance and read only the caption on first reading after City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 8 of 9 Pages having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter. Motion by Bain, second by Navarrette to approve. Approved 6-0. 3 First Reading of an ordinance amending Personnel Policy No. 330 (Section 3.01.365 of the Code of Ordinances) to provide for employer paid dental insurance coverage for eligible employees in the City's employee benefits program -- Laurie Brewer and Tom Yantis Brewer said if this ordinance is approved, she would be bringing back a contract to Council on the next agenda. She read the caption only on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter. Pfiester noted that this option exceeds the approved $200,000 limit. He suggested that this item be brought to Council the next budget cycle. Navarrette asked if the City had considered paying half of the employee's premium. Brewer said Fortis was looking for 100% employee participation in order to provide the lowest rates. Brewer explained that the balance of $50,000 could be put back into the budget to be dedicated toward employee benefits next year. Yantis pointed out that the allocation this year would still be under $200,000, and suggested that adjustments could be made in future years. Motion by Lyda, second by Tonn to approve this ordinance to provide employer paid dental insurance this year, but not obligate the Council to approve in future years. Approved 5-1. (Pfiester opposed) Yantis thanked the Council and commended the Employee Benefit Committee for their work determining options. Z Discussion of scope of services and consideration of authorizing the Mayor to execute a professional services contract with Winter and Company to develop Design Guidelines and Overlay Ordinance for the Downtown Business District -- Marianne Landers Banks Banks noted that the draft document had been provided to the Council at last night's meeting. Renee Hanson made a clarification to the language of the contract. Hanson said the scope of services is to include the historic district at no additional cost. Motion by Lyda, second by Pfiester to approve with a clarification to the language in Section 4.1. Approved 6-0. AA Elections 1 Consideration of approval of a contract with Williamson County to conduct a special election on March 24, 2001, if necessary, and the General Election on May 51 2001 -- Sandra Lee Motion by Bain, second by Burson to approve a contract with Williamson County for the General Election on May 5, 2001. 2. Handled previously toward the beginning of the Regular Agenda, following the first consideration of Item X-4. Motion by Bain, second by Pfiester to adjourn at 9:25 p.m. Approved 6-0. The meeting was adjourned at 09:25 PM. ayor MaryEllen Kersch City Council Meeting Minutes/January 23, 2001 Page 9 of 9 Pages ity Secretary Sandra Lee