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CouncilThe City of of ♦ - •wn, Texas, met in regular session on ♦ - d
with Mayor -♦ Wood presiding.
Council Members
Present.
Ferd Tann
Mike McMaster
Lupe Carranco
Jane Voltz
Doris Curl
Dick Vincent
Staff Present:
Bob Hart, City Manager
Marianne Banks, City Attorney
Elizabeth Gray, City Secretary
Ed Barry, Dir. of Development Svcs.
Randy Morrow, Dir.of Parks & Recreation
Jim Briggs, Dir.of Comm. Owned Utilities
Hartley Sappington, Dir.of Comm. Svcs.
Council♦•
Hildy Kingma, Chief Planner
Ron Coleman, Public Information
Clyde von Rosenberg, Chief Planner
Barbara Raney, Util. Office Supervisor
Dave Hall, Building Official
Travis McLain, Airport Manager
Sheree Rabe, Asst. City Attorney
Ron Coleman, Public Information Officer
Terry Jones, Purchasing Agent
Mary Lee Prigge, Recreation Supervisor
Sandra Lee, Deputy City Secretary
Workshop --Call to order 5:50 p.m.
A Review and discussion of recent TML Annual Conference/Mayor and Council
Councilmembers expressed that the conference was very worthwhile --excellent
speakers, good exhibits and the opportunity to meet with elected officials of other
Texas cities.
B Policy directions to Charter Review Committee/Bob Hart, Marianne Banks and Elizabeth
Gray
Council discussed several suggested changes such ase lengthening Councilmember
terms to three years; instigating an interview/screening method for members of
boards and commissions; and requiring governance training for members of boards
and commissions. Hart requested three nominees from Mayor Mood and two each
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from the Councilmembers to serve as members of the Charter Review Committee.
Councilmembers submitted the following appointments.
Mayor Wood Harry Gold
Luther Laubach
Jim Colbert
Mike McMaster Blick Sikes
Tim O'Neill
Doris Curl Ed Sheridan
Ann Snell
Jane Voltz Pete Weyrauch
Gary Watkins
Lupe Carranco Nat Lopez
Llorente Navarette
Ferd Tonn Ed Evans
Claude Proctor
Dick Vincent Joe Thornton
Millie Rucker
Winfred Bonner (absent due to illness/will provide names at a later date)
Mayor Wood asked that Jim Colbert be appointed as Chair of the Committee if
the precedent is established that the Mayor is allowed to appoint the Chair.
Executive Session - (first part of posted two-part session)
C Sec. 551.071 Consultation with attorney
Regular Session --Called to Order at 7:07 p.m.
Public Hearing
D Public Hearing on I-35 Frontage Road Property Assessments/Marianne Banks
Banks reviewed the history, methodology, and affected parties for the frontage
assessment, and introduced Larry Kokel of Kokel Appraisals, who explained the
method of appraising and asked for questions.
Bill Connor, representing Harold Leverson of Franchise Realty Association, spoke
to Council regarding the negative effect on McDonald's Restaurant due to the loss
of visual attraction by eliminating the access road.
Jerry Torgesen, representing First Gibraltor Bank/First Madison Bank, spoke to
Council to protest the amount assessed to the First Gibraltor tract.
Annette Jones, representing Eula Corporation, spoke to Council regarding her
opinion that the assessment for Eula Corporation property is excessive.
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Larry Kokel agreed that McDonald's Restaurant would be aNected negatively, but
that the appraisal was done based on the fact that the owner, Franchise Realty
Association, would gain an enhanced position on the property between the current
location of McDonald's and the current frontage road.
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• WalMart.i,'.•that MayoriTern Mike McMasterhad been
of the Transportation Committee that had worked on obtaining the frontage road
kom the Department of Transportation,
Banks informed Council that there would be a first reading of an ordinance
declaring the assessments on this agenda and asked if there were any
considerations to be made before the reading of the ordinance. There were no
further comments.
The Public Hearing was adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
Consent Agenda
E Approval of meeting minutes --Regular Meeting of November 9, 1993/Elizabeth Garay
Curl asked that two corrections be made to the minutes. On Item U regarding the
Grace Church Renovation, it should be noted that the completion date for Phase
I is March 4, 1994. Beneath that statement, in the third paragraph, the word
"enjoyment" should be replaced with "value." (The minutes were corrected to
reflect these changes.)
F Award of bid for Fire Department uniforms to Casco Industries in the amount of
$5,175.00/Les Bunte and Terry Jones
Ga Award of bid for Fire Department protective equipment to Casco Industries in the amount
of $6,900.00/Les Bunte and Terry Jones
H Award of bid for a plotter to Austin Business Computers in the amount of
$7,698.70/Susan Morgan and Terry Jones
I Award of bid for a utility trailer to American Fence and Supply in the amount of
$6,945.00/Susan • t Terry Jones
J Award of bid for banquet tables to Mity-Lite in the amount of $5,920.00/Randy Morrow
and Terry Jones
Award of • • for remodelingof Office Building to Management Specialties,in
the amount of $10,606.12/Susan Morgan and Terry Jones
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L Award of bid for the purchase of tires and tubes to various bidders/Susan Morgan a
Terry Jones
M Award of bid for printing the 1993/1994 Annual Operating Plan Element of the Centu
•',: (Budget) to Copy -Right in the amount of $5,850.00/Susan Morgan and Terry Jol
N Approval of addendum to airport lease agreement with Pilot's Choice Aviation, Inc.
(PCA)/Hartley Sappington and Travis McLain
0 Authorization for Mayor to sign an agreement with Lone Star Gas to collect Lone St
Gas Payments/Susan Morgan and Barbara Raney i
P Approval of professional services agreement with Roming Parker Associates, consulting
engineers of Temple, Texas relating to the North 81 Waterline Project/Jim Briggs
Q Approval of engineering services from Cramp, Dresser, & McKee relating to the design
of the Pecan Branch Interceptor Project/Jim Briggs
R Ratification of a variance to building setback requirements for Pleasant Valley, Block F,
Lot 10, locally known as 2601 Silver Valley Drive/Ed Barry and Hildy Kingma
S Approval of a resolution to authorize a license to encroach into the five -foot -wide public
utility easement (PUE) located along the rear property line of Lot 10, Block F, Pleasant
Valley, locally known as 2601 Silver Valley Drive/Ed Barry and Hildy Kingma
T Approval of a resolution to authorize a quit claim deed for abandonment of a five -foot -
wide PUE located along the south side property line of Lot 10, Block F, Pleasant Valley,
locally known as 2601 Silver Valley Drive/Ed Barry and Hildy Kingma
U Ratification of variances to the site design standards at Hughes Addition, Block 2, locally
known as 410 E. University Ave., the First United Methodist Church/Ed Barry and Hildy
Kingma
V Approval of final plat of the Kirschman Acres Subdivision, a subdivision of 15.0 acres
in the William Addison Survey; and requested ratification of variances to the Subdivision
Regulations/Ed Barry and Hildy Kingma
W Approval of a resolution to authorize a quit claim deed to abandon a 10 foot -wide Public
Utility Easement (PUE) located along the west side property line of Lot 33, Block D,
Berry Creek, Section 1, locally known as 30105 Oakmont Drive/Ed Barry and Hildy
Kingma
X Approval of City of Georgetown participation to intervene in the upcoming LORA fuel
factor and fuel reconciliation cases before the Public Utility Commission/Bob Hart
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Voltz asked that it be noted that the Consent Agenda contained two items granting
variances, one on a project already under construction, and another variance to the
number of parking spaces required. She wished to note that she felt "uncomfortable
precedents" were being set.
Curl asked if there were some way to "track" variances. Barry explained that a more
sophisticated computer program would be initiated soon, so that might be possible in the
future. Curl also asked Council to pursue fire lane regulations.
Motion by Voltz, second by McMaster to approve the Consent Agenda with the changes
made in the minutes as requested by Councilmember Curl. Approved 6-0. (Curl
abstained from voting on Items M and U.)
Regular Ag nda
Y Citizens wishing to address the Council.
Gwen & Toby Lierman expressed concern about the LCRA power line structure recently
constructed in the island at Oak Lane and Country Club Road. They presented a petition
to Council of 70 concerned citizens. The Liermans thanked City Manager Bob Hart for
his cooperation. Hart said that he has asked LCRA to look into the engineering
possibilities of moving the structure to another location. McMaster stated that he had
attended the LCRA Public Hearing where they announced the pending construction of
the power line structure, but he was shocked to see the actual size.
Bill Connor gave Council a copy of the independent appraisal that had been done on the
two parcels of land owned by Franchise Realty Assoc. And presented it to Attorney
Banks to be a part of the official record.
Mayor Wood recognized Boy Scout Paul Jones attending the meeting as a requirement
for a scout achievement, and awarded him a City of Georgetown pin.
Z Mayor, Council, City Manager, and staff comments and reports.
® Announcement of Nancy Reavis as "Mayor for the Day"
® "Mayor for the Day" Activity - Proclamation declaring week of November 29
through December 4, 1993, as Home Care Week in Georgetown
Mayor Wood introduced Nancy Reavis who read a proclamation for Home Health
Care Week, and as "acting" Mayor, introduced the next agenda item.
Presentation by OMI regarding plant operation modifications at the water
treatment plants/Jim Briggs and Kirby Chaney
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Briggs ! t that Operations .', • •
updated the plant operation procedures and recommended that the HDD
Study on disinfecting would be maintained using chloramines; als
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calibration and metering of equipment! •.•
contamination problem experienced here has also been experienced
other parts of the country, i.e. Ann Arbor, Michigan and San Dieg
California. OMI recommends a quarterly flushing program and the use
free�chlorine disinfectant one • out of during
flow.
Mayor ••ti expressed the Council'sappreciation of the way OMI is
handling the operations at the treatment plants.
Mc Master noted that the daughter + of •. •yee Ruth Gonzales w• .. awarded
a $5,000 scholarship from the Horatio Alger Association.
• McMaster noted that the Playscape is complete. He attended the Opening
Ceremony on Sunday.
• McMaster noted that the City received awards from the LCRA for environmental
excellence.
• Vincent asked about landscaping around the Playscape. Parks Director Randy
Morrow answered that trees were being donated and would be planted soon, and
grass, as well as installation of a water fountain for the handicapped, and poles to
be put in to prevent cars from entering the play area.
AA Second Reading of Ordinance No. 93-39 amending the Economic Development Element
of the Century Plan/Ed Barry and Clyde von Rosenberg
Von Rosenberg noted to Council that this ordinance does not require publication
and will become effective immediately upon approval by the Council. Section 5
of the original has been corrected to that effect.
Motion • • • by • i to approve i • • . ! on second
reading.Approved • i'
BB Second Reading of Ordinance No. 93-40 amending Sec. 10.12.100 of the Georgetown
Code of Ordinances to establish temporary traffic regulations in San Gabriel Park during
the San Gabriel Lights display and establishing dates for the San Gabriel Light
Display/Marianne Banks
McMaster noted that the recently published City Letter is incorrect in stating that
the San Gabriel Lights Display would only take place on Saturdays. The Display
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Motion by Tonn, second by Vincent to approve Ordinance No. 93-40 on second
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CC Ratification of a variance to parking requirements at San Gabriel Heights, Section
Block J, Lot 6, locally known as 303 Tallwood Drive/Ed Barry and 14ildy K4ngma Cly
von Rosenberg I
Von Rosenberg explained to Council that the applicant wishes to enclose an
attached garage, thereby providing parking only in the driveway and front yard.
The permit was requested but not issued because the resulting encroachment
required a variance. The applicant felt that he was given verbal approval to
proceed. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-1 to approve the
requested variance provided that the Council determine if miscommunication
between the staff and the applicant occurred; and if miscommunication was found
to have occurred and the Council deemed it appropriate, that restitution be made
to the applicant and the variance be denied.
Barry explained that the applicant applied for the permit on September 20. He
was apparently under the misconception that his request would be honored, and
that it was just a matter of time before the permit would be granted. The
Development Services Division received a letter on September 30 that he had
begun construction. On October 4, he was contacted by the former building
official who told him that he would not be granted a permit. The former building
official left the City in October and when contacted, didn't remember the
situation. The applicant has incurred the expense of ordering materials. Barry
feels that if the staff did create a hardship for the applicant, that the variance
should be granted; however, this may create a precedent that would cause an
increase in garage conversions throughout the City.
Applicant Dan Bryan of 303 Tallwood requested that Council grant the variance
as had been recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. He noted
that many residents don't bother to apply for permits when they convert garages.
He was attempting to follow the rules and is now being denied permission to
finish a project that was started months ago.
Motion by Voltz, second by Tonn to ratify the variance as approved by the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Approved 6-0.
8:47 • • at 8o58 •
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Sappington introduced Cindy Blewitt of LCRA who asked the Council to
participate solidstudy. i t ` .: t •.y would • - furnished to
solidthe Council in December. Meetings are scheduled to be held the first part of
January asking for recommendations as to the position that LCRA should take on
waste. The longge plan is for• 1 of ;'
center to start with processing of newspaper and corrugated cardboard with other
recyclables added later.
EE First Reading of an ordinance amending Exhibit 1 of the Century Plan Developme
Plan for 1.32 acres known as Hughes Addition, Block 2, as recorded in Volume 62, Pa
72 and Volume 181, Page 201 of the Deed Records of Williamson County, Texa
changing from Intensity Level 3 to Intensity Level 4/Ed Barry and Clyde von Rosenb 1.
Von Rosenberg noted that the Exhibits were accidently left out of the packet, but
were available if anyone cared to read over them. He read the ordinance.
Vincent asked if the neighborhood had reacted positively. Von Rosenberg said
there had been no negative responses. Von Rosenberg read the ordinance.
Motion by McMaster, second by 'Tonn to approve this ordinance amending the
Intensity Level from Level 3 to Level 4. Approved 5-0-1. (Curl abstained)
FF First Reading of an ordinance declaring property assessments for the I-35 frontage road
project/Marianne Banks
Banks read the ordinance. No changes or additional considerations were requested
by the Council. Motion by McMaster, second by Carranco to approve the
property assessments for the I-35 frontage road. Approved 6-0.
GG Authorization for City Staff to negotiate a contract with Place Collaborative Inc. as the
firm to provide the specifications and construction documents for Phase I of the San
Gabriel River Park and Athletic Complex/Randy Morrow
Morrow explained that the Parks Advisory Board interviewed the final four firms
and chose this firm because they have always stayed within their established
budget and that they individualize their projects to adapt them specifically to the
surrounding area.
McMaster expressed concern that the original firm, J. T. Dunkin and Assoc., had
to go back through the negotiation process, when it is their Master Plan that will
be utilized. Hart explained that J. T. Dunkin and Assoc. was paid for the Master
Plan and were not given the application because the grant was not awarded.
McMaster asked what kind of fee Place Collaborative would receive. Hart stated
that the fee is not to exceed 8% of the total grant funds spent on the construction.
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IIH Acceptance of recommendation from the Georgetown Parks and Recreation Board to
assume responsibility for the Georgetown Youth Recreation Association (LYRA)
activities/Randy Morrow and Mary Lee Prigge
Randy Morrow introduced Mary Lee Prigge who is the new Recreation
Superintendent. Morrow felt there would be no problems in the City taking over
the Youth Recreation Association activities. The payment of the janitor may need
to be negotiated with the school district. Morrow expressed the desire to maintain
the strong volunteer group.
Motion by McMaster, second by Carranco to assume responsibility for GYRA
activities. Approved 6-0.
II Approval of a letter re -affirming support for the routing of the MOKan Expressway/Bob
Hart
Hart noted that the Department of Transportation asked that Council either re-
affirm their previous approval or reconsider the three options and decide on a
different route.
Motion by McMaster, second by Torn to send a letter to the Highway
Commission confirming the original support of Option C (Route C). Approved
6-0.
Executive Session Part 2 --Called to Order at 9:47 p.m.
IJ Sec. 551.071 Consultation with attorney
KK Sec. 551.072 Deliberation on real property
Regular Session
LL Action on Executive Session items
Motion by Voltz, second by Torn to authorize the city attorney to negotiate a sale of the
Lakeaire Center. Approved 6-0.
MM Final comments and evaluation of meeting process.
Mayor Wood wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
These minutes were compiled by Sandra Lee and reviewed by Elizabeth Gray.
Approved:
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Leo Wood, Mayor
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Attest:
Elizabeth Gray, City