HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 12.8.1998 CC-W&RThe City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met in Regular Session on the
above date with Mayor Leo Wood presiding.
Council Present:
Charles •Burson,•None
• Tonn,-- Bain, Shelley
•Valdez,
Bob Hart, City Manager; George Russell, Assistant City Manager; Marianne Banks,
City Attorney; Sandra Lee, City Secretary; Susan Morgan, Director of Finance and
Administration; Ed Barry, Chief of Development Services; Verna Browning, Director of
Community Services; Randy Morrow, Director of Parks, Education and Recreation;
Terry Jones, Purchasing Director; Clyde von Rosenberg, Long -Range Chief Planner;
Wendy Walsh, Development Planner; David Munk, Planning Engineer; Kim Shaw,
Development Planner, Jim Babcock, Development Technician; Tom Bolt, Building Plan
Reviewer; Micki Rundell, Accounting Director; Laurie Brewer, Staff Accountant; Travis
McLain, Airport Manager, Bob Stevenson, Code Enforcement Officer; Murray
Blackman, Assistant to the City Manager; Allison Copple, Administrative Assistant to
the Assistant City Manager
Policy Development/Review Workshop
A Annual Investment Report -- Micki Rundell and Susan Morgan
It was noted that this item would be covered in the Regular Session.
B Annexation discussion -- Clyde von Rosenberg and Bob Hart
Hart recalled to Council the Chisholm Trail Agreement regarding the water service area and the standards
for fireflow. He noted that there would be an item on this agenda to establish the population at 26,300,
which extends the extra -territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) to 2 miles from the City Limits. He reminded them of
their desire to annex in order to extend the ETJ, while considering the response time for emergency
services.
6:38 p.m. - recessed to Executive Session
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C Sec.551.071 consultation with attorney
D Sec.551.072 deliberation on real property
E Sec.551.075 conference with employee
7:08 p.m. resumed Open Session
Regular ession
F Action from Executive Session
There was no action from Executive Session.
G Mayor, Council, City Manager, and staff comments and reports
Davis spoke of his attendance last week at the NLC Congress of Cities, and will bring back a brief report to
the next Council Workshop.
Valdez asked if the Caring Place parking lot could be paved when Railroad Street is paved. Hart
anticipates paving Railroad Street in the next two weeks. He estimated that the cost is anticipated to be
between $5,000410,000 and would need to be paid out of the Council Contingency Fund.
Wood noted that he had attended a meeting regarding proposed commuter rail traffic from San Antonio to
Georgetown.
Wood noted having met with the Travis/Williamson Counties Alliance of Mayors where representatives from
Sen. Hutchison and Sen. Gramm's offices spoke about the importance of the proposed S.H. 130.
H Citizens wishing to address the Council
Della Green, 1901 Vine Street, asked that an application be made to the Texas Community Block Grant
Fund for renovation and preservation of the "Shotgun House."
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Public hearing on a resubmission of an application to the Texas Department of Commerce Real Estate Development
Program on behalf of Gantt Aviation Service Center, Inc. -- Bob Hart
The public hearing was opened at 7:13 p.m. Hart read the prepared statement required by the State.
There were no comments from the audience. Bain confirmed that this was a resubmission. Hart explained
that the application had been incorrectly scored on the first submission. The public hearing was closed at
7:18 p.m.
Consideration of approval of the minutes for the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, November 24, 1998 --
Allison Copple
Consideration of an amendment to the Agreement between the City of Georgetown and Bury & Pittman,
Inc. for professional engineering services on the Texas Capital Fund Grant/Texas Electric Cooperative
project -- Bob Hart
K Consideration of a resubmission of an application for funding through the Texas Department of
Commerce (TDC) Real Estate Development Program on behalf of Gantt Aviation Service Center, Inc. --
Bob Hart
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L Consideration of approval for Garcia Design, Inc. to provide architectural and engineering services for
San Gabriel River Park Ili in an amount not to exceed $100,000 -- Randy Morrow
Barton asked the location of San Gabriel Park 111. Morrow displayed and explained an overlay on an aerial
photograph. Hart noted that the completion of the contract would be subject to the approval of the City
Attorney. Chair of the Parks Board, Tom Swift, commended the team of designers put together by Roberto
Garcia.
M Consideration of an award of a bid for a self propelled sweeper to Closner Equipment Company, Inc. in
the amount of $28,115.00 -- Terry Jones and Susan Morgan
N Consideration of authorizing the extension of the current contract with AvFuel Corporation to provide
avgas and jet fuel to the Georgetown Municipal Airport in the estimated amount of $275,000.00 -- Terry
Jones and Verna Browning
Bain asked why there was no competitive bidding on this item and was told by Travis McLain that this is a
continuation of a previous contract.
O Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a long-term Airport Land Lease with Currey
Aviation Services, Inc. for approximately four (4) acres of Airport property located at the southwest corner
of Airport Road and Terminal Drive -- Travis McLain and Verna Browning
Bain confirmed with Banks that the lease document is standard.
P Consideration and approval of purchase of services from Labor Finders to provide temporary personnel
services -- Adriana Sigala
Q Consideration of a resolution establishing a current estimated population for Georgetown and adopting an
extraterritorial jurisdiction of two miles -- Clyde von Rosenberg and Ed Barry
R Consideration of a Final Plat for 25.44 acres in the Frederick Foy Survey, to be known as The Planned Unit
Development of Sun City Georgetown, Neighborhood Ten -E, for the location of a Recreational Vehicle
storage lot, located along CR 245 -- Gary Warnock and Hildy Kingma
S Consideration of a Public Review Final Plat of 47.79 acres in the John Sutherland Survey, to be known as
The Woods of Fountainwood, Phase 1 B, located along Jim Hogg Road and Roberts Circle, with Variances
to the Subdivision Regulations -- David Munk and Hildy Kingma
Bain questioned the 50 -foot road width as opposed to 60 -foot. Munk noted it was allowed because of the
absence of ditches.
T Consideration of a resolution to authorize a License to Encroach into the ten (10) foot wide platted Public
Utility Easement located along the front property line of the Amended Plat of Sun City Georgetown, Phase
2, Neighborhood 9, Lot 3, located at 104 Rockrose Court -- Jim Babcock and Hildy Kingma
U Consideration of a Short Form Record Final Plat of a Resubdivision of Logan Ranch, Section 1, Lot 23 --
Kim Shaw and Hildy Kingma
Motion by Tonn, second by Barton to approve the Consent Agenda in its entirety with the stipulation that
Item L would be approved by the City Attorney. Approved 7-0.
Legislative Regular Agenda
V Second reading of an ordinance adopting updated impact fees for the City of Georgetown -- Ed Barry
Barry read the caption only of the ordinance on second reading. Motion by Bain, second by Hoyt to
approve Ordinance 98-73. Approved 7-0.
W Second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 8.28 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Georgetown relating to junked motor vehicles -- Marianne Banks
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Banks read the caption only of the ordinance on second reading. Davis asked if the Fire Marshall had
designated an official for enforcement of this ordinance. Banks explained that it would be enforced through
the current Code Enforcement Division of the Fire Department. He also asked for and received the
description of junked vehicles. Motion by Hoyt, second by Bain to approve Ordinance 98-74. Approved
7-0.
X Second reading of an ordinance amending Section 10.16.040 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Georgetown relating to "no parking" zones -- Marianne Banks
Banks read the caption only of the ordinance on second reading. Davis asked for explanation of the
location for the zones. Banks noted that this would establish standards so specific locations would not
have to be designated in the Code. Motion by Bain, second by Davis to approve Ordinance 98-75.
Approved 7-0.
Y Second reading of an ordinance providing for the annexation into the City limits of approximately 571
acres in the Antonio Flores and John Berry Surveys, located adjacent to FM971 -- Ed Barry and Clyde von
Rosenberg
Von Rosenberg read the caption only of the ordinance on second reading. Tann confirmed that the
Haverland Drive area would not be included in the annexation. Motion by Bain, second by Hoyt to approve
Ordinance 98-76. Approved 7-0.
Z First reading of an ordinance providing for the annexation into the City limits of approximately 36.575
acres in the John Berry Survey, located adjacent to CR152, to be known as the Chisholm Park subdivision
-- Clyde von Rosenberg and Ed Barry
Von Rosenberg read the caption only of the ordinance after having satisfied the requirements of the City
Charter. Motion by Davis, second by Bain to approve this ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
AA Second reading of an ordinance adopting Martin Luther King Jr. Day as an official City holiday -- Adriana
Sigala and Bob Hart
Sigala read the caption only of the ordinance after having satisfied the requirements of the City Charter.
Valdez questioned the procedure for maintaining the current two personal holidays for City employees and
adding the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Burson, Davis agreed with Valdez. Motion by Davis, second by
Valdez to approve the ordinance with the stipulation that the two personal holidays be retained, along with
the granting of the new holiday for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Hart confirmed with Banks that this was a
substantive change and would require another reading at the next Council Meeting. Approved 7-0.
BB Consideration of a resolution supporting the Downtown Georgetown Consensus Group and their
solutions for working with the City, County, and local business owners to resolve the parking problem in
downtown Georgetown -- Verna Browning
Browning read the resolution. Tonn noted that he had been approached by several business owners who
were not in favor of the increased sales tax. Barton agreed with Tonn. Wood noted that he thought this
proposal would resolve the parking issue. Browning responded that this resolution was the result of the
general consensus of a group of the downtown business owners and has the support of the Downtown
Georgetown Association. She noted that it would require a vote by the residents of the district. Motion by
Bain, second by Hoyt to approve the resolution. Approved 7-0.
CC First reading of an ordinance to rezone from RS, Residential Single Family, to C -2A, Commercial First
Height, or any more restrictive use, North Georgetown Addition, Block 17, Lot 7, located at 105 West
Morrow -- Tom Bolt and Hildy Kingma
Bolt read the caption only of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the City
Charter. Bolt noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission asked that this lot and Lot 6 be developed
jointly. Bain asked if Bolt would supply a recommended motion. Bolt read the suggested motion as follows:
Approval of the requested rezoning from RS, Residential Single Family District to C -2A, Commercial First
Height District for North Georgetown Addition, Block 17, Lot 7, located at 105 West Morrow, provided Lot 7
and the adjacent lot, North Georgetown Addition, Block 17, Lot 6, are developed as one parcel. Motion by
Bain, second by Hoyt to approve the motion as read by Bolt and approve the ordinance on first reading.
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Approved 7-0.
DD Consideration of authorizing the City Manager to negotiate a lease for the Shotgun House with the
Citizens' Memorial Association {CMA} to operate an African American History Museum and allocate up to
$70,000 of Council Contingency to renovate the Shotgun House and/or to negotiate with another entity to
preserve the structure -- Bob Hart
Hart noted that this item had been placed on the agenda at the request of Councilmembers Tonn and
Davis. Tonn said he would like to see the issue brought to a conclusion. Davis deferred to speak until after
hearing from the speakers in the audience.
Delia Green, 1901 Vine Street, told Council that her concern was that the "Shotgun House" is in an Urban
Renewal Area and is the "last vestage of the black community." She said she considers it an asset to the
City's tourism draw. She asked that a Community Development Block Grant be pursued to restore and
renovate the house.
Birdie Shanklin, 803 W. 9th Street, asked that the "Shotgun House" remain at its current location. She said
the members of the community would help to "keep it up."
Rev. Cyril Semple, 504 W. 4th Street, asked that the Council make an effort to find the necessary funds to
restore the "Shotgun House" and allow it to remain at the current location. Semple said that if the Council
wished to remove it to a different location, he wanted to be informed and included in the discussion.
Janie Headrick, 1250 S. Main Street, told Council she was speaking in support of restoring the "Shotgun
House" in its current location. She said that restoration and historic preservation in Georgetown should be
for all segments of history. She said she feels that if a building is moved, it loses its historical integrity. She
asked that the restoration of the "Shotgun House" be given high priority.
Ethel Moore, 704 W. 8th Street, asked the Council to allow the building to remain where it is. She noted
that when Urban Renewal came to Georgetown other historic buildings were torn down. She noted that she
has already received artifacts and material to be placed in a Black History Museum.
Davis thanked the committee that worked on the options for the "Shotgun House." He said he feels that
removing the "Shotgun House" would not be in conformance with the Century Plan Policy for Historic
Preservation. He quoted a letter from the Texas Historical Commission which stated that an historical
marker could not be placed on the "Shotgun House" because it is not in good repair. He said if the Council
wants the building removed, he would like an explanation as to why it should be removed.
Burson noted that his wife, Nelda, would like to see the "Shotgun House" preserved, but he feels the
proposed restoration would be more expensive than building a new one.
Barton asked if the requirements of the letter from the Historical Commission could be met in order for it to
be designated as an historic landmark.
At Wood's request for an approximate age of the house, Ms. Green noted that the house dates back to
1920. When questioned by Bain, Ms. Green responded that it must have an historical marker in order to be
used for the Black History Museum. He asked about the possibility of the building not receiving a marker
and how that would affect the plans for the building. Ms. Green said she feels there is no reason why the
building can't receive the designation. When Bain asked who would be responsible for maintaining it, Ms.
Green said the Citizens Memorial Association would like to take the responsibility of the operations and
maintenance through a lease from the City.
Irene Varan, Chair of the Williamson County Historical Commission, present in the audience, explained that
there are two kinds of markers. She said a site marker could be obtained, but the historical landmark
designation would only be granted if the building were improved.
Hoyt asked Green if there were grants that could be applied for to be used for the restoration. Wood
explained that the City would not be eligible to apply for the types of grants that would be available.
Gail Dillard, Office Manager of the Georgetown Heritage Society, said she was not speaking for the
Heritage Society, but asked the Council, if there were a non-profit organization willing to purchase the
building, if the City would consider it.
Ms. Green said the "Shotgun House" and the Georgetown Public Library are all the same block as listed at
the Appraisal District, so the Heritage Society would have to purchase all of it. Banks disputed that
statement.
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Davis asked that the City pay $7,500 for the renovation cost analysis and have Citizens Memorial
Association (CMA) match the funds. Hart said the cost analysis would give Council a better idea of what it
would cost to restore the building. Barton said he feels the item asking for $70,000 would set a precedent.
Tonn asked if a lease agreement could be done. Banks replied that the City could lease or sell.
Ms. Green said she would like the City to lease the property to the CMA rather than sell it, but if the City
wants to sell it, the CMA would like the first option for purchase.
Motion by Tonn, second by Davis to allocate up to $7,500 from Council Contingency Funds to authorize
staff to negotiate a contract with an architect for a period restoration, following the Secretary of Interior
guidelines for renovation of the "Shotgun House."
Approved 6-1. (Burson opposed)
EE First reading of an ordinance assigning the name "West University Avenue" to the western portion of
State Highway 29 -- Marianne Banks
Banks read the caption only of the ordinance on first reading after having satisfied the requirements of the
City Charter. Motion by Valdez, second by Bain to approve the ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
FF First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 14.04 of the Code of Ordinances relating to the Lone Star
Gas Company Franchise Agreement -- Marianne Banks
Banks explained that the City has not been able to negotiate a new agreement with Lone Star Gas, so staff
is suggesting an extension of the current agreement. Motion by Tonn, second by Valdez to approve the
ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
GG Consideration of a Detailed Development Plan of Hal Subdivision, Block A, Lot 1, located on the IH -35
frontage road, FM2338, Austin Avenue, and Spring Street, with Variances to the Subdivision Regulations --
Wendy Walsh and Hildy Kingma
Walsh explained that this project would be a multi -tenant office space. She commented that this is a very
good site plan with preservation planned for large trees on the site. Barton asked how many trees would be
lost. The developers, in the audience, stated that four live trees would be lost, but they would be saving 15
other trees. The developer noted that staff had been very helpful. Motion by Tonn, second by Bain to
approve the Detailed Development Plan. Approved 7-0.
HH Consideration of authorizing the Mayor to execute a Development Agreement concerning the sidewalk
requirement for Hal Subdivision, Block A, Lot 1, located on the IH -35 frontage road, FM2338, Austin
Avenue, and Spring Street -- Hildy Kingma and Wendy Walsh
Walsh noted that the property owner will make a financial contribution to the City for a portion of the
sidewalk. She also noted that she had placed a revised Development Agreement on the Council dais for to
tonight's meeting. Motion by Tonn, second by Bain to approve authorizing the Development Agreement.
Approved 7-0.
9:20 p.m. recessed - resumed at 9:30 p.m.
Consideration and review of the City's Investment Report for Year and Quarter Ended September 30,
1998 -- Micki Rundell and Susan Morgan
Morgan presented a summary of the Investment Report. She noted that interest rates have declined in a
one-year period from 5.5% to 5.3%. She described the City's performance benchmark, TexPool. She then
reviewed investment policy revisions, as required each year, and presented the City's financial strategies
for the 1998/99 fiscal year. Morgan detailed the City's non -security investments.
Hart commented that the City received a Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting for the 1997
fiscal year, the 11 th year in a row that the City has received this award. Morgan noted that Micki Rundell,
Accounting Director, and Laurie Brewer, Staff Accountant, prepared that report and did an excellent job.
Motion by Hoyt, second by Valdez to approve the City's Investment Report. Approved 7-0.
JJ Consideration of a Resolution revising the current City of Georgetown Investment Policy -- Susan Morgan
Morgan read the resolution. Motion by Davis, second by Bain to approve. Approved 7-0.
KK Consideration of the creation of a Alain Street Facade Fund -- Bob Hart
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Hart noted that this item was placed on the agenda at the request of Mayor Wood, with the impetus being
the recent fire in the Lockett building. He pointed out that this resolution would authorize the creation of the
Main Street Facade Fund and authorize that fund to receive donations from businesses and individuals.
Hoyt asked what area will be defined as "downtown." Hart replied that the City will use a fairly loose
definition, probably within two blocks of either side of the Square. Bain questioned whether this fund is
being established just for repairs, or whether it could be used for initial renovations, as well. Wood said that
he and Hart had talked about opening it up for low interest loans to be used by downtown business owners.
Motion by Bain, second by Davis to approve. Approved 7-0.
LL Consideration of a fee waiver for building permit and utility connection fees for Georgetown Independent
School District facility construction -- Bob Hart
Hoyt questioned why Benold Middle School was included. Hart explained the history which led to this
inclusion. Hart said he has sent the City's fee waiver recommendations to the School District. He noted
that Dr. Jim Gunn, School Superintendent, and the trustee involved do not feel that the fee waivers are
sufficient. Bain noted that Dr. Gunn appreciated the City's explaining the fee waivers to them.
Motion by Tonn to approve the fee waivers recommended by Hart. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
MM Consideration of the appointment of two members to the Airport Advisory Board -- Murray Blackman
Blackman read the names of the recommended new members: Rex Cloud and Harvey Sandal. Wood
noted that Davis, Hoyt, and Barton formed the Council committee who made the recommendations.
Motion by Barton, second by Hoyt to approve. Approved 7-0.
NN Consideration of the appointment of two members to the Board of Adjustment -- Murray Blackman
Blackman read the names of the recommended new members: Patricia Hershey and Rhonda Faught.
Motion by Davis, second by Hoyt to approve. Approved 7-0.
00 First reading of an ordinance to amend the City of Georgetown Municipal Code by amending Chapter 2.64,
Section 2.64.010, "Building Standards Commission - Created Membership" by adding two members --
David Hall and Bob Stevenson
Stevenson read the caption only of the ordinance after fulfilling the requirements of the City Charter. Hoyt
asked when the Electric Examiners Board would officially dissolve. Hart noted that it would be effective
following the second reading of the ordinance at the January 12, 1999 Council Meeting.
Motion by Barton, second by Bain to approve the ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
PP Discussion on the addition of a Senior University position on the Convention and Visitors Board -- Bob
Had
Blackman noted that during the Council's boards and commissions interviews, an interviewee suggested
the addition of a Senior University position to the Convention and Visitors Board. Hoyt noted that while the
Councilmembers thought this was a good idea, the Convention and Visitors Board did not agree. Barton
noted that the inclusion of this position on the Board might become more appropriate in the future when the
Elder Hostel develops. Blackman noted that the interviewee who requested the addition of the Senior
University position was not responsive to the City's suggestion that this position be added to a different City
board or commission.
Motion by Barton to table this item. Second by Davis. Approved 7-0.
QQ First reading of an ordinance to amend the City of Georgetown Municipal Code by deleting Chapter 2.60,
"Electrical Examiners Board" -- David Hall and Bob Stevenson
Stevenson read the caption only after fulfilling the requirements of the City Charter.
Motion by Hoyt, second by Bain to approve the ordinance on first reading. Approved 7-0.
RR Consideration of the appointment of nine members to the Building Standards Commission -- Murray
Blackman
Blackman read the names of the recommended new members: Stuart Smith, Robert Jacobson, Lloyd
Potts, Michael Barnes, Wallis Grabowsky, Gabe Sansing. Hoyt noted that the Council Committee is
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suggesting that Jimmy Womack, Steven Glenn, and Jim Schiller be voted members of this commission after
the Electrical Examiners Board has been dissolved (effective in January).
Wood asked if these candidates from the Electrical Examiners Board meet the necessary requirements.
David Hall replied that he researched the candidates' qualifications and that Schiller has a journeyman's
license, which does not make him eligible, and Glenn does not have any license. Hart noted that the Board
will not have to meet in January, and the current Board can handle issues until the end of December.
Motion by Barton, second Hoyt to approve. Approved 7-0.
SS Consideration of the appointment of five members to the Convention and Visitors Board -- Murray
Blackman
Blackman read the names of the recommended new members: Maureen Dooley, Cindy Behling, Jan
Nowlin, Lawrence Simpson, Lisa Fisher.
Motion by Valdez, second by Davis to approve. Approved 7-0.
TT Consideration of the appointment of three members to the Georgetown Housing Authority Board --
Murray Blackman
Blackman read the names of the recommended new members: Diane Sansom, Peggy Kendall, Edward
Konetchy.
Motion by Barton to approve agenda items TT through XX. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
UU Consideration of the appointment of four members to the Library Advisory Board -- Murray Blackman
The recommended new members are Nell Dickson, Dorothy Hagen, Joe Case, Lisa Hopkins.
Motion by Barton to approve agenda items TT through XX. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
VV Consideration of the appointment of five members to the Parks and Recreation Board -- Murray
Blackman
The recommended new members are Ben White, Wesley Kidd, Jim Atencio, Brenna Nedbalek, John
Philpott.
Motion by Barton to approve agenda items TT through XX. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
WW Consideration of the appointment of three members to the Planning and Zoning Commission -- Murray
Blackman
The recommended new members are Leon Douglas, Charles Parker, Sarah Milburn.
Motion by Barton to approve agenda items TT through XX. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
XX Consideration of the appointment of one person to the Williamson County and Cities Health District --
Murray Blackman
The recommended new member is Lettie Lee.
Motion by Barton to approve agenda items TT through XX. Second by Hoyt. Approved 7-0.
YY Discussion on establishing a Functional Plan working group to address housing policies -- Verna
Browning
Browning noted that staff is requesting that Council establish a working group along the lines of the Urban
Design group to address housing policies. Wood noted the importance of this item, and requested that
Council have until next Council meeting to think about this. Hoyt requested that she, Barton, and Davis
have time to get together, gather names from the boards and commissions applicants, and bring a
recommendation back to Council. Wood suggested that the Council committee follow this procedure for
item AAA, as well.
ZZ Discussion of changes to the Historical Preservation Commission -- Lenny Welch and Verna Browning
Blackman noted that the recommendation to change the make-up of the Historical Preservation
Commission developed as a result of the boards and commissions interview process. He noted that the
Council committee had some difficulty finding eligible citizens to fill the positions, resulting in a suggestion
that the position descriptions be re -written. He pointed out that the Council agenda packets contain a list of
suggestions for restructuring the make-up of this commission. Blackman noted the differences in the
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various options for the benefit of the Council.
Barton noted that he prefers Option 2. Wood asked that the Council committee make a recommendation.
Hoyt asked the Historic Preservation committee members who were present at the Council meeting what
their preferences were. One suggested that the morning meeting time be changed to evening. Hoyt and
Davis agreed.
Hart suggested that staff bring back to Council at the January 12, 1999 meeting an ordinance based on
Option 2, including a new meeting time. This will put Council in a position to make appointments. He
asked whether the Council felt that it was necessary to readvertise for applicants to this commission.
Barton and Wood said yes. Hoyt and Davis said that the Council already has a number of applications.
Wood noted two people present at the Council meeting who said they did not apply because of the morning
meeting time. Hart asked if Council thought that it would be sufficient to advertise in the newspaper. Wood
added that it should be posted.
Banks asked if expansion of the definition of "historic district" was part of the recommended change. Hoyt
responded in the affirmative. Banks asked if Council wants to expand the scope of the ordinance, or just
the requirement about where the membership live. Barton suggested that he get together with Hoyt and
Davis to discuss this issue. Hart noted that he would not advertise for applicants to this commission until
after the Christmas holidays, adding that the Council committee could then conduct interviews toward the
end of January or early February and make the appointments in February.
AAA Discussion on the creation of the Complete Count Census Committee -- Clyde von Rosenberg and
George Russell
Hoyt requested that she, Barton, and Davis have time to get together, gather names from the boards and
commissions applicants, and bring a recommendation back to Council.
Hart presented the Council with two suggested dates for the boards and commissions banquet. Council
selected Tuesday night, February 16, 1999.
Bain thanked Davis, Hoyt, and Barton for their efforts regarding the boards and commissions interviews.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 Pik.
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