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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 01.30.2012 CC-SThe City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met in Special Session on the above date with Mayor George Garver presiding. Council Present: George Garver, Patty Eason, Danny Meigs, Rachael Jonrowe Staff Present: Rachel Saucier, Assistant City Secretary; - - -------------- - Minutes Council Absent: Troy Hellmann, Bill Sattler, Pat Berryman, Tommy Gonzalez Regular Session - To begin no earlier than 01:30 PM (Council may, at any time, recess the Regular Session to convene an Executive Session at the request of the Mayor, a Councilmember, or the City Manager for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551.) 5111*91 ITA I J1 I I a I q quo] a I.- I ggot I WAISLOI Discussion and review of applicants for positions on City Boards and Commissions Garver opened the meeting and noted that all Council Members were invited to review applications. He reviewed the documents provided by the Assistant City Secretary to facilitate identification of candidates for the vacant seats. Garver discussed some statutory restrictions on certain boards such as a veterinarian on the Animal Shelter Advisory Board, and he noted the difficulties of recruiting a veterinarian at this time. He added that the previous veterinarian was excellent, but the demands on his time from his business caused conflict with attending meetings. Garver asked Council to recommend any veterinarian they may happen to know. Garver asked and Saucier identified the supporting documents as related to preserving staggered membership terms on the boards, members applying for a second term, and her communication with staff regarding the applicants. Garver opened the review of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board including the vacancies and the applicants reapplying. Saucier noted the board description and the eligibility restrictions. She noted that Mixson can serve as the Animal Shelter Operator. She said Carey, the previous Operator, is helping to identify a veterinarian candidate. City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 1 of 6 Pages Saucier said there is a representative from an animal welfare organization and Council Member Eason serves as the municipal official. Eason noted that there are attendance problems with the veterinarians based on their businesses and responsibilities to their clinics and animals. Garver noted that he would like to reappoint the previous veterinarian but he was unable to commit the necessary time. Garver asked if Council had any questions, and Meigs verified that Mixson is the operator. Sattler verified that the veterinarian is the only vacant seat needing to be filled. Garver introduced the Arts and Culture Advisory Board. He noted three members are seeking reappointment and staff is supportive of the good work done by this board. Garver identified Nichols, as the new applicant, should serve a one year term. Eason spoke in favor of Nichols based on her experience in finance and has served her complete time on the Library Board. Meigs noted her great volunteer experience. Council was in accord to appoint Nichols. Jonrowe agreed with Eason that financial experience would be valuable for the Arts and Culture Advisory Board. Garver opened the discussion for the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board. He identified applicants applying for second terms and identified Patel as a new member. Eason noted Nichols has valuable experience, and Saucier noted a new Hotelier would be needed on the board. Eason noted Aguillon is a great leader in the arts community. Council discussed the membership qualities needed for this board. Council discussed placing Patel in the partial term and McCullough in the full term vacant seats. Eason and Meigs noted that Patel could serve in the partial term, based on staff comments, which would potentially offer five years of service on the board. Council continued the discussion of applicants and the various boards each applicant applied for. Saucier identified the vacancies on the other boards. Jonrowe noted that some applicants may be willing to serve on a different board than what they applied for, and she would be interested in seeing more balance on some of the boards. Garver commented that the Economic Development Advisory Board may not continue, and he recommended possibly moving applicants to other boards. Garver suggested to hold any formal assignment to this board until a later date if necessary. Garver introduced the Economic Development Corporation and noted Council Member Gonzalez currently is serving. He added that Brown has excellent administration experience and would be a great addition, and Council agreed. Garver noted that the General Government and Finance Subcommittee received a request for second terms and Council was in agreement that the currently serving members were excellent. Council agreed to reappointment. Garver opened the discussion for the Library Advisory Board. He said Case and Nix City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 2 of 6 Pages are recommended appointees, and there are two additional vacancies open for Council recommendation. Meigs recommended Thompson and Jonrowe agreed based on her experience. Garver and Council noted that Aguillon would be a good candidate for this board. Sattler suggested Farkas as a quality applicant, but he agreed Thompson is a great candidate for this board. Garver began discussion of the Main Street Advisory Board. He identified McCalla and Parr's request for reappointment. Garver asked and Saucier identified recommendations for Kellerman and Jahnke. Eason and Jonrowe discussed GTEC candidates. Sattler noted the connections between the Convention and Visitors Board Members and the Main Street Members. Council agreed to add Lesseps to the Main Street Advisory Board. Garver introduced the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Garver noted that Dance wishes to stay on the board but to hand over the Chair position to a new member. Garver introduced Kainer and Johnson related to their experience and staff recommendations. Meigs and Sattler commented on Johnson's experience. Garver commented about the Airport Advisory Board and the historical tendency of board members to be pilots and lease holders at the Airport. Jonrowe suggested neighboring landowners could offer a positive contribution to balance the board. Garver identified McLean, Farmer, and Arnette. Saucier noted that staff previously interviewed Farmer and Arnette for a vacancy earlier in the year, and staff was interested in placing these applicants. Council discussed balancing the board with greater diversity of members. Garver introduced the Building Standards Commission and noted that state regulations have changed. He continued that this Board, while not very active in the past, will have an increasingly busy meeting schedule. Council discussed the applicants and qualifications. Eason noted the specific requirements for Building Standards members. Council discussed Greenberg's experience as a greater asset for Building Standards. Garver suggested that Saucier contact Greenberg to verify his willingness to join the Building Standards. Council agreed to appoint Bostick, Voigt, Hooks, and tentatively Greenberg. Garver introduced the Historic and Architectural Review Commission. Saucier commented on the applicants available and noted a lack of qualified candidates for the vacancies. Garver asked and Saucier commented that there is a perspective among the community and staff that new, qualified members should be given priority appointment over alumni members in order to provide a fresh perspective on the Commission. Jonrowe asked about residency of Karaffa and she noted he is very service oriented. She commented that he would be a great asset as a board member. Eason.noted his first choice was the Airport Board. Garver clarified and Council agreed that Karaffa should fill a vacancy on the Airport Board. Sattler inquired about the vacancies and Saucier identified the members leaving the Commission. Council deliberated about the candidates. Brown's name was suggested as a recommendation. City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 3 of 6 Pages Meigs suggested recruiting additional applicants from the Chamber of Commerce. Saucier noted that it has been difficult to fill the Commissioners -In -Training. Jonrowe suggested Urban and Eby. Meigs agreed and Council confirmed Urban would be a valuable asset considering the upcoming projects. Garver confirmed Brown, Urban, and Eby as appointees. Garver began the discussion regarding the Housing Advisory Board. He identified the applicants seeking reappointment Fisher, Parkhurst, and Leissner. He commented that Greenberg should be moved to Building Standards. Eason suggested Mullikin would offer legal experience and would be a good asset. Jonrowe reviewed Sauthier's experience and Eason and Meigs agreed Sauthier and Mullikin would be quality appointees. Garver introduced the Planning and Zoning Commission. He suggested moving the Commissioners -in -Training; Pena and Rankin, to the voting membership. Saucier commented that staff was very glad to have three quality candidates serving on the Commission. Council discussed options for filling the Commissioners -in -Training, and Garver suggested waiting to fill the Training seats. Garver opened discussion about the Transportation Advisory Board. Council deliberated about the vacant positions, and Garver suggested reappointing Maples. He also noted Armour, H'Luz, and Hunt. Eason agreed H'Luz would bring the right experience. Garver asked and Sattler confirmed that Armour would be a good candidate. Garver introduced the Transportation Enhancement Corporation vacancies. Jonrowe suggested Martinez as a potential candidate. Council discussed the available candidates. Garver confirmed Martinez, Anderson, and Connor as the appointees. Garver asked Saucier to contact Martinez. Garver introduced the Utility System Advisory Board. He noted Young and Lindsey are requesting reappointment. Eason noted that Kostka would be a great member. Sattler agreed that Kostaka would be a quality candidate. Sattler commented that Beach is an excellent board member, and Saucier noted that Beach has served two terms but will be eligible for service at a future date. Meigs suggested Beach would be good on any upcoming Ad Hoc committees, and Sattler agreed. Garver opened discussion on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Garver noted that Elliott, Moore, and Armour as suggested candidates. Garver asked and Saucier reviewed the list of candidates. Jonrowe asked about Davis and Eason agreed to reappoint her. Saucier suggested and Sattler agreed that Elliott and Davis could be reappointed, and Moore and Armour could fill the vacant seats. Saucier clarified that one seat should be appointed for a one year partial term. Garver inquired about the number of meetings. Garver clarified that Davis, Elliott, Moore, and Armour are the tentative appointees. City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 4 of 6 Pages Garver noted that Council has been provided with a roster of Housing Authority appointees for Council's information. He reviewed the background and experience of each appointee. Jonrowe noted that Doering could be a good asset for the Housing Authority. Garver concluded by noting the appointees as Raper, Mosse, Todd, Gavurnik, and Doering pending his acceptance of the nomination. Garver asked Council to review the appointees for each board. Garver said the Animal Shelter Advisory Board includes Albanese and Mixson, and the veterinarian position would remain vacant until a candidate is identified. Garver said the Arts and Culture Advisory Board includes Stewart, Richardson, Still, and noted Nichols as a one year term. Garver said the Convention and Visitor's Bureau includes Richaud, Blanck, Villarreal, McCullough, and noted Patel as a one year term. Garver said the Economic Development Advisory Board will be on hold until further review. He would like to identify the Board's responsibility and consequences of dissolving the Board. Garver said the Economic Development 4A Corporation will include Gonzalez and Brown. Garver said the General Government and Finance Subcommittee will include Meigs and Fought. Garver said the Library Advisory Board will include Case, Nix, Thompson, and Aguillon. Garver said the Main Street Advisory Board will include McCalla, Parr, and Lesseps. Garver said the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will tentatively include Dance, Johnson, and Rainer. Garver said the Airport Advisory Board will tentatively include Landry, McLean, Farmer, Amette, and Karaffa. Garver said the Building Standards Commission will tentatively include Bostick, Voigt, Hooks, and Greenberg pending his acceptance of the position. Garver said the Historic and Architectural Review Commission will tentatively include Wahrenbrock, Brown, Urban, and Eby to serve as the Commissioner -in -Training. Garver noted two remaining vacancies. Garver said the Housing Advisory Board will tentatively include Fisher, Parkhurst, Leissner, Mullikin, and Sauthier. City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 5 of 6 Pages Garver said the Planning and Zoning Commission will tentatively include Cochran, Pena, Rankin, and Massad continuing as as the Commissioner -in -Training. Sattler noted two remaining vacancies. Meigs confirmed that Massad will continue. Garver said the Transportation Advisory Board will tentatively include Maples, Armour, H'Luz, and Hunt. Garver said the Transportation Enhancement Corporation, 4B, will tentatively include Gonzalez, Connor, Anderson, and Martinez. Eason clarified that Anderson could fill the partial one year term, and Council discussed the pending discussion with Martinez about joining the Corporation. Sattler suggested Anderson as the partial term, and Eason agreed. Garver said the Utility System Advisory Board will tentatively include Young, Lindsey, and Kostka. Garver said the Zoning Board of Adjustment will tentatively include Elliott, Davis, Moore, and Armour noted as the partial term. Garver noted he will contact Doering about the Housing Authority. Garver said these names are recommendations to be taken to the entire Council. He noted another meeting will be held Friday at 1 pm, and he asked Council to keep the names confidential until a final list of recommendations is prepared for Council review. Eason asked that the meeting be moved to 3pm, and Council agreed. Garver thanked Council for attending the review, and extended appreciation to Saucier for organizing the information. Garver adjourned the meeting at 3:49 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 03:49 PIVI. City Council Meeting Minutes/ Page 6 of 6 Pages Attest: City Secretary Rachel Saucier, PV�S;'SWLC'�