HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 03.25.1997 CC-W&RMINUTES OF T14E MEETING OF
GOVERNING BODY OF THE
CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS
The City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met in Regular Session on the above date with
Mayor Leo Wood presiding.
Council Present:
George Arroyos
Lee Bain
Charles "Hoss" Burson
Shelley Pierre Davis
Susan Hoyt
Ferd Tonn
Dick Vincent
Staff Present:
Bob Hart, City Manager
Sheree Rabe, Asst.. City Attorney
Sandra D. Lee, City Secretary
Ed Barry, Dir.of Development Services.
Hartley Sappington, Dir. of Community Svcs.
Bill Shanklin, Fire Chief
Randy Morrow, Dir. of Parks and Recreation
Elizabeth Gray, Dir. of Information Resources
Council Absent:
None
Murray Blackman, Asst. to City Mgr.
Clyde von Rosenberg, Chief Planner
Hildy Kingma, Chief Planner
Terry Jones, Purchasing Agent
Anthony Lincoln, Fire Captain
Policy Development/Review Workshop - Call to order at 5:00 p.m.
A Issue presentation and governance discussion on the Historic Preservation Functional Plan
Element of the Century Plan -- Clyde von Rosenberg, Ed Barry, and Bob Hart
von Rosenberg gave a brief history of the activities to date concerning historic
preservation and offered suggestions as to the method to proceed, including several
Council workshops, giving Council the opportunity to develop the various issues into a
charge for the Historic Preservation Commission. Barry told Council that their clear
direction would be necessary.
Wood suggested that each Councilmember appoint a constituent to the committee so that
each district in the City would be represented. Davis suggested that a combination of the
district representatives as well as representatives from various organizations should be
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involved in the overall outcome. Vincent asked staff to obtain input on how other
communities have handled this type of issue. Hoyt asked former Councilmember Jane
Voltz to speak to the Council on her experience on the previous committee and asked her
advice on how to proceed. Voltz suggested that the Council get community input and
determine their values and goals for Georgetown. Former Councilmember Doris Curl
advised that the Council needs to have a good education on preservation ideals, and that
many of the people who moved to Georgetown did so due to the historic restoration of the
downtown. Former Committee Member Roy Headrick stated that adequate direction from
the previous Council was not evident at the end of the process. Former Committee
Member Bill Harris said the process was flawed and too burdensome. He said the plan
should be derived from the community and should reflect their desires. Burson suggested
keeping the committee to as few people as possible to keep it manageable. He said the
City should be obligated to participate in infrastructure improvements. He also suggested
expanding the historic district. It was generally agreed that a consultant should be brought
in to facilitate the process. Barry suggested bringing an outline of preliminary steps back
to Council in a future workshop. Tonn pointed out that there is a need to get it done
quickly, but the issue is one that can't be rushed.
B Discussion of options for the Shotgun House located behind the Georgetown Library --
Murray Blackman and Shelley Davis
Davis gave information about the term, "shotgun" house, and gave a brief history of the
activities involved with the shotgun house next to the Library, and listed various options
for the use of the house. He told the group that he would prefer to see that the house be
used as a black heritage museum that could be tied into the tourism program. He also
brought up some of the problems involved with renovating the structure, such as funding.
He asked that Council appoint a committee to work out the details. Blackman distributed
copies of a survey done in the 1980's regarding the house. Wood suggested having the
Citizens Memorial Association (CMA) take the lead in the use for the building. Members
of the CMA and Librarian Sheila Henderson gave their opinions on the building's value.
It was generally agreed that a committee would be appointed to determine the way to
handle the process.
C Answer questions on Statutory Consent Agenda Items listed specifically below under the
Regular Session that will begin no sooner than 7:00 p.m. (For questions only, no action
to be taken until Regular Session)
This item was not handled due to time constraints.
Regular Session - called to order at 7:10 p.m (Executive Session was deferred to the end of the
meeting)
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Executive Session
D Sec.551.071 consultation with attorney
E Sec. 551.072 deliberation on real property
F Sec.551.075 conference with employee
Regular Session
G Mayor, Council, City Manager, and staff comments and reports
Davis recognized Council/Student Companion Jennie Smalley and presented her with a
City lapel pin.
H Citizens wishing to address the Council
Ed Steiner, 409 W. 3rd Street, asked Council to install 9-1-1 phones at Blue Hole Park
and complained about the condition of the old black cemetery.
William P. Mullock, 3021 Addie Lane, spoke to Council again about his water bill.
Burson asked Hart to explain the charges, but Mullock wasn't interested in hearing the
explanation. Wood told him that the Council would address the issue at the Council
Budget Retreat in June.
I Action on Executive Session Items
Executive Session was moved to the end of the meeting.
Public Hearing
J A Public Hearing concerning the Texas Community Development Program to discuss the
potential to file an application for grant funds -- Hartley Sappington
Sappington explained that the purpose of the hearing was for the City to receive input
regarding the use of funds to be derived from the application. Davis asked for and
received the deadline date of April 25, and said the grant was definitely needed to
refurbish and renovate houses in the community.
Statutory Consent Agenda
K Consideration of approving the minutes for the regular meeting of Tuesday, March 11,
1997 -- Sandra Lee
L Consideration of authorizing the Mayor to sign an interlocal agreement with Williamson
County for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day -- Hartley Sappington
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M Consideration of approval of Change Order No. 4 to the Reedholm
Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Contract in. the amount of $230.00 -- Hartley Sappington
N Consideration of approval of the bid award
to various vendors
for
electrical underground
material for a period of twelve (12) months
-- Terry Jones and
Jim
Briggs
O Consideration
of an award
of a bid
for 2000 KVA dual voltage transformers to Wesco in
the amount of
$36,458.00
-- Terry
Jones and Jim Briggs
P Consideration of approval to renew the Electric System Construction and Maintenance
Contract between the City of Georgetown and Flowers Construction in the amount of
$400,000.00 -- Jim Briggs
Q Consideration of approval
of project management
services and
design for new restrooms at
San Gabriel and Blue Hole
Parks, plus parking lot
at Blue Hole
-- Randy Morrow
Wood asked for an explanation of the expenditure of $30,000.00. Morrow explained that
it was for a new restroom in San Gabriel Park and a parking lot and restroom for Blue Hole
Park. Davis asked and was told that there had been citizen input on the location of the
parking lot for Blue Hole Park. Wood announced that he had been told by U.S. Sen. Kay
Bailey Hutchison that the ISTEA Grant had been reinstated and funding amounts have
increased. Morrow noted that the City would be applying. Hoyt asked about 9-1-1 call
boxes. Morrow said they cost about $4,000 each, and will be considered in the upcoming
budget.
R Consideration of a Final Plat of a 9.249 acre tract in the Antonio Flores survey, to be
known as a Planned Unit Development of Katy Crossing, Section Three -B, located east of
Claris Lane -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
S Consideration of a Detailed Development Plan of 6.0 acres in the Clement Stubblefield
Survey, locally known as Georgetown Hospital, with variances to the Subdivision
Regulations, located at 2000 Scenic Drive -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
T Consideration of a Final Plat of a 1.597 acre tract in the William Roberts Survey, to be
known as Berry Creek, Section Eleven, Phase Five, located on Champions Drive -- Hildy
Kingma and Ed Barry - pulled fog° discussion - Hart
Kingma explained that the applicant asked to record the plat in two phases, is
experiencing delays in getting the signature of one of the property owners, but is under a
timeline for the closing and needs to get the plat recorded. She said that staff
recommends approval to record in two phases with a mote on the plat.
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U Consideration of a Revised Preliminary Plat of 39.31 acres in the Leroy B. Lord and
Joseph Fish Surveys, to be known as Shell Ranch, Section Two, with Variances to the
Subdivision Regulations, located northwest of Shell Road -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
- pulleda for discussion - Hart
Kingma noted that staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended
approval with specific regard to the garages, eliminating the word "detached."
Motion by Tonn, second by Vincent to approve the Consent Agenda in its entirety including the
elimination of the word "detached" from Item U and the inclusion of a note on the plat for Item
T. Approved 7-0.
Legislative Regular Agenda
The following item was taken out of order by the Mayor.
FF Consideration of a Final Plat of an 8.029 acre tract in the Antonio Flores Survey, to be
known as a Planned Unit Development of Katy Crossing, Section Three -A, .located east
of Claris Lane -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Kingma explained that the applicant proposes 42 individual lots and will have met all of
the requirements for park land. She noted that Community Owned Utilities has carefully
reviewed the construction plans to determine the drainage issues. It was generally agreed
that the plans exceed the requirements. She noted that staff and P & Z recommend
approval. Hoyt sought information that the developer is dealing with those people who
might be adversely effected by the drainage. Bain noted having received letters from
property owners and asked Kingma if she were aware of their comments. Kingma
explained that by State guidelines, because the developer met all of the requirements of
the City ordinance, there was no other option but to approve, saying that perhaps the
ordinance needs to be strengthened. Developer Gavurnik assured Council that he would
continue to work with the effected property owners.
Motion by Hoyt, second by Vincent to approve. Approved 7-0.
V Second Reading of an ordinance providing for the annexation into the City of
approximately 128 acres in the David Wright Survey, locally known as Serenada East
Subdivision - Units 1, 47 5, portions of Units 2 and 3 and surrounding areas -- Clyde von
Rosenberg and Ed Barry
von Rosenberg read the ordinance. Motion by Vincent, second by Burson to approve
Ordinance No. 97-18. Approved 7-0.
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W Second Reading of an ordinance amending the City's Single -Member District Plan to
include properties that have been annexed since the May 4, 1996 General Election, and
proposed to be annexed prior to the May 3, 1997 General Election -- Marianne Banks
Hart read the caption on second reading. Vincent asked for clarification of the new
boundaries and there was discussion about publishing the revised district map in the
Williamson County Sun. Motion by Tonn, second by Davis to approve Ordinance No.
97-19. Approved 7-0.
X First Reading of an ordinance to rezone a 1.81 acre tract in the Nicholas Porter Survey
from RS, Residential Single Family to RM -1, Multifamily, or any more restrictive
district, located on Janis Drive -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Bain abstained. Kingma explained that this item was back before the Council after
having been sent back to the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) for a public
hearing. She said that P & Z recommends denial to RM -1, therefore 3/4 (six members)
of the Council must vote in favor in order to override the opinion of the P & Z. Kingma
read the caption only on first reading, after having satisfied the requirements of the City
Charter.
Grace McLaughlin, 1715 Dawn Drive, reminded Council that she is very much opposed
to the proposed development which would be directly across the street from her home.
Dale Shuffield, 102 W. Janis, told Council that he and his neighbors are concerned that
the occupants of duplexes or apartments will not care about the neighborhood, and asked
the Council to oppose the proposed development.
Steve Senior, 1716 Westwood Lane, said his property is directly adjacent to the proposed
development. He stated that he and his family had chosen the neighborhood three years
ago because of its character. He asked Council to concur with the Planning and Zoning
Commission vote to deny the proposed zoning change.
Michael Cornett, 1715 Westwood Lane, told Council that his home is directly adjacent to
the proposed development and he is concerned about the increase in traffic due to the
proposed loop to Northwest Boulevard and that he feels that duplexes or triplexes would
increase the number of vehicles in the area.
John Warden, representing the developer, told Council that the proposed use would be
even less density than allowed by the Century Plan. He suggested that the vehicle traffic
from the duplexes would equal what would occur if the area were developed into 12
single-family lots. He noted that the site is bounded on two sides by apartments and
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four-plexes, which would create a greater disparity if single-family homes were built on
the site. He requested Council approval.
Motion by Arroyos to approve the zoning. Arroyos' motion died for lack of a second.
Davis said although he is an advocate for affordable housing, but he doesn't think it
would be appropriate to put this density in the already established neighborhood
Motion for denial by Davis,
second
by Vincent.
Arroyos said in the spirit of teamwork
he would be willing to vote
to deny.
Approved
6-0.
Y First Reading of an ordinance to rezone 5.38 acres, including a 0.43 acre tract out of an
unnumbered lot in the Nolen Addition, an addition out of Outlot 10, Division B of the
City of Georgetown, and a 4.95 acre tract out of Outlot 8, Division B of the City of
Georgetown, from RS, Residential Single Family to RP, Residential Planned, or any
more restrictive district, located on East 19th Street and Vine Street -- Hildy Kingma and
Ed Barry
Kingma said the proposed development would be 16 residential lots and dedication of 2.5
acres of parkland. She said that zoning of RP requires approved land uses which allow
the driveways to be shared, and the garages to be placed in the rear of the property to
conserve space. She said the applicant has removed the proposal for garage apartments.
She advised that a 314 vote would be required to approve because of the number of
property owners that have submitted written opposition. Kingma read the caption only
on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter.
Della Green told Council that whatever their decision, she hoped that 1901 Vine would
not be included in any rezoning at this time. She cautioned about rezoning an area
surrounded by single-family residences, saying that increased density would cause many
problems including overcrowding in the schools.
Amy Vick, 1602 E. 17th Street, told Council she represented her neighborhood and that
they opposed the proposed development due to its incompatibility with the existing
homes. She noted two petitions had been submitted to the Planning and Zoning
Commission containing a total of 120 signatures.
Clark Lyda, representing the owner and developer, clarified that this development is a
single-family project. He said the plan was to build bungalow homes with detached
garages to the rear, with each house having its own 10 -foot driveway next to the
neighboring driveway, thereby requiring only one curb cut. He noted that the only
variance being asked was to place the houses closer to the street (15 feet instead of 25
feet as required). If forced to comply with existing zoning, the houses will be larger and
will cost more money.
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Vincent asked the type of exterior material to be used and was told that typically the
exteriors would be constructed of Nardi -panel, low maintenance siding.
Fred Hilgeman, 1906 Vine, told Council that he Lives across the street from the proposed
development. He claimed that the plat is not accurate as far as the size of the lots, saying
that the lots across the street from the proposed development are 120 feet in width. He
said the neighborhood focused on the garage apartments and did not address any of the
other issues. He asked Council to deny the request.
Hargrove, the builder, showed some detail on two display boards showing the differences
between the houses they want to build and the houses they would be allowed to build
without the zoning change. He told Council that their proposed development would be a
superior product to what they could be allowed to build under the current zoning.
Burson questioned whether the parkland dedication might be actually a problem to the
City. Lyda said the City asked for the parkland, it wasn't their idea.
Vincent asked Kingma if a sidewalk would be required. Kingma said the City had not
required the developer to construct sidewalks, although sidewalks are required within
1000 feet of parkland.
Mary Ellen Kersh, from the audience, said she lives on 19th Street, and had been
concerned also and had spoken with Lyda and that is why some of the changes have been
offered. She said she is concerned that if their suggested proposed development is not
used, the alternative would be worse.
Vick reiterated that the neighborhood feels threatened by the proposed development.
Bain asked the the neighborhood to reconsider the current proposal, not taking into
account the previous issues.
Della Green said the real issue is the idea of rezoning in an area of single-family
residences.
Wood asked Kingma to re -explain that the rezoning being requested is still restricted to
single-family residences. She explained also that the lots being proposed meet the
requirements of the City Subdivision Regulations.
Tonn said he felt the zoning should stay RS. Bain said he doesn't understand why the
proposed development is offensive to the existing neighborhood, noting that the RP
rezoning would be more restrictive. Vincent said he doesn't see any gain with RS. Bain
stated that the Council needed to make their decision based on the information presented.
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Lyda explained that he would feel more pride in the houses he plans to build under the
RP zoning than if he developed the same area under RS.
Amy Vick suggested to Council that this decision tonight could be a precedent -setter, and
this type of development could be built on any vacant street in any neighborhood in
Georgetown.
Tonn asked Lyda if he would be willing to meet with the neighborhood. Lyda said that
they have met three times, and because they have been attempting to get this rezoning
done since September, he would like to get a vote on first reading. Tonn asked the
homeowners to respond. Green said she didn't see any point in discussing the issue
further. She asked and was not able to get an answer as to who was doing the drainage
digging around Smith Branch. She asked for the procedure regarding the petitions that
were submitted. Kingma said the City ordinance is more restrictive than the State statute,
and that a 3/4;vote of the Council is required due to the submission of the petition.
Hilgeman said itwould be an advantage to be able to negotiate with Lyda.
When asked about the possible flooding of the parkland and why the City would want
that land, Hart responded that the City generally attempts to take possession. of floodplain
to ensure that it remains vacant.
When asked by Tonn if a two-week delay could be tolerated, Lyda said the timeframe is
very important, and the delays become more and more expensive. Arroyos explained
that his attendance is not dependable on April 8. Lyda said he has a filing deadline of
April 7, so he may be forced to go ahead and file an alternative plat, which means the
Council would need to consider both items on that agenda.
Barry asked Council to give clear direction to staff as to what their role would be at the
meeting between Lyda and the neighborhood
would mediate the meeting
It was generally understood that staff
Motion by Tonn to defer until April 8, second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
Z Consideration of a Preliminary Plat of 5.38 acres, including a 0.43 acre tract out of an
unnumbered lot in the Nolen Addition, an addition out of Outlot 10, Division B of the
City of Georgetown, and a 4.95 acre tract out of Outlot 8, Division B of the City of
Georgetown, to be known as a Planned Unit Development of East 19th Street at Hutto
Road, located on East 19th Street and Vine Street -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Motion by Hoyt, second by Tonn to defer this item to the April 8 Council Meeting.
Approved 7-0.
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AA Consideration of a Detailed Development Plan of 5.38 acres, including a 0.43 acre tract
out of an unnumbered lot in the Nolen Addition, an addition out of Outlot 10, Division B
of the City of Georgetown, and a 4.95 acre tract out of Outlot 8, Division B of the City of
Georgetown, to be known as a Planned Unit Development of East 19th Street at Hutto
Road, located on East 19th Street and Vine Street -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Motion by Hoyt, second by Davis to defer this item to the April 8th Council Meeting.
Approved 7-0.
9:45 p.m. recessed - 10:04 p.m. resumed open session
BB First Reading of an ordinance to rezone 30.73 acres in the John Berry Survey from A,
Agricultural to C -2A, Commercial First Height, or any more restrictive district, located
on SH195 and CR190 -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Kingma noted that this piece of property is adjacent to two arterials, State Highway 195
and County Road 190. Staff and P & Z recommend to not permit any new access to
CR190 until that road is built to standard. She noted that the area is served by Chisholm
Trail Special Utility District and staff recommends proceeding only through first reading
until a water supply capable of fireflow is available to the property. She also noted that
staff and P & Z have recommended approval with limited uses in C2A including no
mini -warehouse use and any use with outside display or storage would come back to the
Council
for review of use and design issues. Kingma
read
the caption only on first
reading
after having satisfied the requirements of the
City
Charter.
John Warden, applicant/agent, said he appreciated the recommendations of the staff and
the P & Z and offered to respond to any questions from Council. Vincent asked why the
request for C2A instead of C 1. Warden replied that C2A was sought because the
property is across the highway from industrial zoning, and the potential owners were
interested in the broader usage allowed by C2A.
Motion by Tonn for approval with conditions stated by staff, second by Hoyt. Approved
6-1. (Vincent opposed)
CC First Reading of an ordinance to rezone 52.4 acres in the William Roberts Survey,
formerly known as a portion of Berry Creek Subdivision, Section Five, and a
Resubdivision of the Sybert Subdivision, to be known as Berry Creek, Section Five, from
A, Agricultural to RS Residential Single Family, RP, Residential Planned, and C-1,
Local Commercial, or any more restrictive classifications, located between SH195 and
the existing Berry Creek development -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
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Kingma noted that the next two items on the Agenda would also relate to this item. She
said the staff and P & Z recommend approval because it incorporates the type of step-
down in use that is looked for in zoning. She noted that it is recommended that separate
zoning be allowed in the seven separate tracts. She also noted that the second reading for
Tract 1 should not be held until the public water supply is adequate for ftreflow. Kingma
read the caption only on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City
Charter. She noted that because of the number of written protests received, a 3/4 vote
would be required.
Dan Day, 4204 Luna Trail, and home builder in the Berry Creek subdivision, is opposed
to the rezoning due to the depreciation that he feels would occur to the existing homes.
T. Getterman, 30104 Oakmont Drive, said he is a new resident and expressed his
opposition to the proposed development due to the increased traffic that would
deteriorate the neighborhood over a period of time.
Celine Duke, 30503 Berry Creek Drive, told Council she is very opposed to the proposed
development, especially if a vehicle repair business were to go into that development.
Jim Mitchell, 3003 Indian Mound Road, said he lives across the creek and noted to
Council that he had looked at several cities before relocating his business in Georgetown.
He said that one of the reasons he chose Georgetown was because of the Berry Creek
area. He said he is concerned about allowing development so close to the Berry Creek
Golf Course and is concerned about the quality of the homes that could be built there.
Jo Lynn Long spoke against proposed commercial buildings at the golf course, the
proposed traffic, and increase in water and wastewater use.
Curtis Mickan, 30601 Berry Creek Drive, told Council that he wanted to maintain the
integrity of the subdivision and that the applicant has refused to meet with the area
property owners.
Carla Lowry, 30208 Briarcrest Drive, said she is a resident of a garden home at Berry
Creek, enjoys living on the golf course, and doesn't want the proposed zoning to go
through.
Gayle Vokes, 30217 Briarcrest, said she is a Berry Creek Country Club employee and
resident of Berry Creek. She said she was speaking on behalf of the Country Club that
they oppose the proposed development.
Bob Brent, 30104
Briarcrest said he thinks
it is
not a good idea to have commercial
establishments
adjacent to the country club
golf
course.
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Dot Lovett 30208 Briarcrest Drive said she lives in garden home at Berry Creek and
noted that more than 200 names had been turned in opposing the proposed development.
She said she has become more familiar with the Georgetown Century Plan, and there
should be compelling reasons to modify it. She noted that the garden home residents
have not seen any plans from the developer, so they are concerned about the quality of
the homes that might be built there. She asked that Council not allow the commercial
development on the golf course.
Jack Hunnicutt, 1809 E. 16th Street, told Council that the constraints of 5500 square feet
lot area would not allow an adequate garden home to be built if that is indeed what is
intended to be built there. He said there is no surety of the quality of what might be built
there.
Robin Hallett, 30209 St. Andrews Drive, said she had raised her concerns with
Developer Coffman and a number of compromises were reached. She noted that
Coffman has been very willing to work with the neighbors, and she asked Council to
approve the items dealing with this development.
Bob Wunch, 30440 Berry Creek Drive, said he represented Double Creek Ltd. and Berry
Creek Partners and they are opposed to the potential land uses, and asked Council to
oppose this development.
John Warden, project planner, told Council that the style and quality of the existing
homes in Berry Creek would be upheld. He said as a professional planner he was open to
any suggestions as to how the development could be better structured considering the
golf course and the wastewater treatment plant. He said that the office buildings to be
constructed near the golf course are limited to 5000 square foot structures.
Jimmy Coffman, representing Woodrow Properties, developer of the property, said the
concept plan that existed in 1982 called for intense uses due to the proximity to SH195.
He noted that he had met with several property owners and had made numerous changes
in an effort to compromise with their requests.
Bain clarified several issues involving the intended development of the area. Vincent
questioned access involving King's Way Road. Burson questioned the restrictions that
would be placed on any future development of Tracts 6 and 7 and was told that the
proposed zoning would require that the Detailed Development Plan be presented in
public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission and would require two
readings of a rezoning ordinance before the Council.
Burson asked the
Berry Creek residents in
the audience if
they were against
the proposed
development and
the general response was
that they were
against it because
they have no
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idea what might be developed. Kingma explained the restrictions for the C2 zoning,
noting that the adjoining property was zoned C 1 which would allow some of the uses that
the residents were stating they were opposed to.
Lovett confirmed that the backs of the commercial structures would front the golf course.
Mitchell said that putting commercial buildings at the far end of a golf course, would
allow the public to walk onto the course.
Hunnicutt suggested that if assurances of quality control could be provided on the
potential garden homes, then perhaps the neighbors would be willing to go along with the
plan.
Coffman said that the detail would occur at a future point in the platting process.
Lowry said the lack of detailed information on the proposed residential development and
the possibility of commercial development is what is so objectionable to the neighbors.
Warden explained to Council that the request for detail in such a Large area to be
developed is inappropriate at this stage of the process.
Jane Voltz said that she was in attendance at the meeting in Bob Wunch's office with
Coffman and five residents. She said he was asked to delay for 30 days and said he
probably would, but did not. She said the Council should deny the rezoning in order to
protect the integrity of the Berry Creek area.
Coffman, when asked by the Council said that he would be willing to meet again with the
neighborhood, but asked Council for some direction as to whether deed restrictions are to
be required and if they were requesting detail such as exterior materials, etc.
Wood noted that the issues at hand are the golf course buffer, intensity plan and integrity
of the neighborhood.
Hart pointed out that the wastewater plant would be very costly to re -permit if residential
single-family houses are built adjacent to the treatment plant. Rabe questioned if the
Council were going to require deed restrictions of the developer, and told Council that
state law forbids the Council from requiring deed restrictions at this level of
development.
Steve Doering questioned Hart and was told that no other kind of development except
residential property would create a problem in re -permitting the wastewater treatment
plant.
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Wood suggested that Coffman notify the Berry Creek residents of a meeting, and then
the item would be considered again at the Council Meeting on April 22. Motion by
Vincent, second by Davis to defer Items CC, DD, and EE to the April 22 Council
Meeting. Approved 5-2 (Bain and Hoyt opposed)
DD First Reading of an ordinance amending Exhibit I - Intensity Map of the Century Plan -
Development Plan to change a 40.1 acre portion of 52.4 acres in the William Roberts
Survey, formerly known as a portion of the Berry Creek Subdivision, Section Five, from
Intensity Level Three to Intensity Level Four and a 5.9 acre portion and a 2.1 acre
portion of a resubdivision of the Sybert Subdivision from Intensity Level Three to
Intensity Level Four and Intensity Level Five, to be known as Berry Creek, Section Five,
located between SH195 and the existing Berry Creek development -- Hildy Kingma and
Ed Barry
Motion by Vincent, second by Davis to defer Items CC, DD, and EE to the April 22
Council Meeting. Approved 5-2 (Bain and Hoyt opposed)
EE Consideration of a Concept Plan of 52.4 acres in the William Roberts Survey, formerly
known as a portion of Berry Creek, Section Five, and a Resubdivision of the Sybert
Subdivision, to be known as Berry Creek, Section Five, located between SH195 and the
existing Berry Creek development -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Motion by Vincent, second by Davis to defer Items CC, DD, and EE to the April 22
Council Meeting. Approved 5-2 (Bain and Hoyt opposed)
FF (See beginning of Regular Agenda.)
GG Consideration of a Final Plat of 2.30 acres in the William Roberts Survey, being a
Resubdivision of Creek Side Subdivision, Lot 4 and L 12 acres of Historic Acres, Section
One (Unrecorded), to be known as Creek Side II, located at Dry Creek Drive and Berry
Cove -- Hildy Kingma and Ed Barry
Kingma explained that this item includes two single-family residential lots and is the
same property as Item T on the Consent Agenda, which Council approved with the
stipulation that a note be placed on the plat to record in two phases. This property now
has access through Indian Mound Road, but that road is scheduled by the County for
abandonment. Motion by Davis, second by Arroyos to approve the Final Plat. Approved
7-0.
HH First Reading of an ordinance defining the structure of the Fire Services Division -- Bill
Shanklin
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Shanklin and
Captain Anthony Lincoln
read the ordinance in its
entirety. Motion by
Tonn, second
by Burson to approve on
first reading. Approved
7-0.
II Consideration of approval of appropriate option regarding construction, operation and
maintenance of median lighting on IH35 from Westinghouse Road to Lakeway Drive, at
cost options to be determined by Council -- Leon Henderson and Jim Briggs
Briggs told Council that it would be cheaper to pay for the ongoing maintenance and
electricity for the lights than for up -front purchase of the light standards. Motion by
Tonn, second by Burson to go along with the recommendation of the staff. Approved 7-
0.
Bain asked if the plans were known for the City of Round Rock's portion of the lighting.
Briggs said Round Rock would extend their lighting to FM1435, at which point
Georgetown would take the lighting north to Lakeway Drive. He said that a white high-
pressure light has been developed, which if used by Georgetown, would help to separate
Georgetown. He said that the style of the light fixture would direct the light down onto
the roadway instead of the way the current light standards operate.
JJ Consideration of an award of bid for site development work related to Xycarb Ceramics,
Inc./Schunk Quartz -- Bob Hart
Hart explained that this is a Capital Fund project. It was recommended that Council
approve the low bid by Parker Construction. Motion by Tonn, second by Burson to
approve the award of bid. Approved 7-0.
KK Consider authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for a construction project manager
for the Xycarb Ceramics, Inc./Schunk Quartz facility -- Bob Hart
Hart explained that proposals were opened and reviewed by representatives from Xycarb
and their recommendation is that Council approve a contract with Dorsey Construction.
Motion by Hoyt, second by Davis to approve the contract. Approved 7-0.
LL Consideration of appointment of a committee for the Historic Preservation Functional
Plan Element of the Century Plan -- Leo Wood
This item was tabled until a later date.
12:20 p.m. - recessed Open Session to convene Executive Session
12:40 p.m. - resumed Open Session
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I Action on Executive Session Items
There was no action taken on Executive Session items.
MM Evaluation of meeting process
This item was not handled.
The meeting was adjourned at 12:42 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
u
Leo ood, Mayor Sandra D. Lee, City Secretary
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