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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 12.13.2016 CC-RMinutes of a Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas Tuesday, December 13, 2016 The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 E. 71s St., Georgetown, Texas The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City Secretary's Office, at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 81^ Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Mayor Ross called the meeting to order at 6:09 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance. Councilmember Brainard left the meeting at 6.25 PM. Regular Session (This Regular session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A. Call to Order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Comments from the Mayor - Lifesaver Awards Fire Chief, John Sullivan, presented Lifesaver Awards to Dr. Michael Maxwell and Dr. Mark Shepard who recently saved a man's life, who was experiencing a heart attack at the City's Tennis Center. City Council Regional Board Reports Mayor Ross said that he had attended the CAMPO meeting the previous night He noted that discussion had taken place about the Williams Drive & 135 interchange, which will look similar to the interchange in Round Rock at 1431. Ross said there is funding for this. Ross announced that he has appointed the Council Compensation Committee, as he is required to do every two years. Ross said the first meeting will take place on December 19". The appointees are as follows: Nancy Gribble-Tay Richard Glasco Liz Hobbs Bob Glandt Jerry Hammerlun, Chair Rick Williamson Llorente Navarrette Announcements - City Boards & Commissions Applications - Swim with Santa - Cupid's Chase 5K Action from Executive Session No motions were made from Executive Session. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that may be acted upon with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda. B. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the Workshop and Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 — Shelley Nowling, City Secretary C. Consideration and possible action to appoint Aaron Gonzalez to the Georgetown Youth Advisory Board — Mayor Dale Ross D. Consideration and possible action to approve the TRAPS 85th Legislative Session Resolution — Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director E. Consideration and possible action to approve the reappointment of Ed Polasek and Nat Waggoner to the CAMPO Technical Advisory Committee and authorize the Mayor to sign the CAMPO TAC Appointment Form — Jim Briggs, General Manager, Utilities. F. Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal agreement between the Brazos River Authority and the City of Georgetown for cost reimbursement related to Invasive Species Assessment in the amount of $49,990.00 — Glenn Dishong, Utility Director G. Consideration and possible action to approve a Second Amended and Restated Non -Standard Water Service Agreement between City of Georgetown, Texas (as successor in interest to Chisholm Trail Specialty Utility District) and GW Georgetown Property, LP regarding Mission Oaks —Wesley Wright, Systems Engineering Director and Charlie McNabb, City Attorney H. Forwarded from the Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB): Consideration and possible action to approve a Specialized Aviation Services Operator (SASO) Application from Premier/Apex Flight Academy to operate a Flight school on the Georgetown Municipal Airport— Russ Volk, C.M., Airport Manager I. Forwarded from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve an annual contract renewal with South Central Planning and Development Commission of Houma, LA in the amount of $53,760.00 for MyPermitNow permitting and inspection software — Dave Hall, Chief Building Official J. Forward from the General Government & Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve the annual contract for facility access control and security technician to be provided by Convergint Technologies of Austin, TX who is the City's current security, video surveillance, and access control provider in the amount of $81,900.00 — Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Motion by Gonzalez, second by Brainard to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety. Approved: 7-0 Legislative Regular Agenda K. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Board: Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement with Williamson County for a conservation easement on approximately 2.134 acres of parkland and the dedication of a roadway easement to allow for the future extension of Shell Spur — Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett, Parks & Recreation Director, spoke on an Interlocal agreement with Williamson County granting a conservation easement. She provided a map of the parkland and explained that the Parks & Recreation Department has been working with the Williamson County Conservation Society. Garrett described the triangular piece of property on the map that is being considered for the conservation easement. She explained that the land would remain parkland and be limited to trails and beauty, which is a win-win situation for the City. Garrett explained that the area of the conservation easement would have needed to be set aside, regardless, during development, because of an existing cave in the vicinity. She noted that the roadway will now be shifted off of the parkland. Garrett read the caption. Motion by Brainard, second by Eby to approve Item K. Approved: 7-0 L. First Reading of an Ordinance to rezone approximately 10.058 acres in the Francis A Hudson Survey located at 555 Rabbit Hill Road from the Agriculture (AG) District to the Business Park (BP) District — Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Sofia Nelson, Planning Director, spoke on the rezoning request. She explained that the applicant's request was to rezone 10.058 acres from Agriculture (AG) Zoning District to Business Park (BP) Zoning District. Nelson provided a location map, an aerial map, a future land use map, a current zoning map and a concept plan for the area. Nelson provided a chart of business park district development standards and specific uses allowed within such a district. Nelson spoke about a buffer yard of 15 feet, street landscaping and Nelson noted that the Planning & Zoning Commission has recommended approval and at the November 22, 2016 City Council meeting, the City Council had voted to postpone action on the request until this meeting, December 13, 2016. Nelson read the caption. Graham Bacon, a representative of Enterprise, provided a presentation of the pump station. The presentation included answers to some of the questions raised at the November 22, 2016 City Council meeting. Bacon explained that he is responsible for operations, engineering, safety and environment for Enterprise. Bacon provided an overview of Enterprise • Enterprise is one of the largest U.S. publicly traded integrated midstream energy stations • Midstream infrastructure serving producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, petrochemicals and refined products • Enterprise employs 7,000 people directly and has an additional 1,000 contingent workers • Enterprise has built 5,000 miles of pipeline since 2010 in 8 different states Bacon showed a map of Enterprise projects with an asset overview and connectivity. E EPD: NATURAL GAS, NGLs, CRUDE OIL, PETROCHEMICALS AND REFINED PRODUCTS G ua mm. rntr.ret r . nnnm(n. Bacon provided a Table of Contents for this presentation 1. Safety, Security & Regulatory -Related Questions 2. Coexisting with Development 3. Pump Station Overview 4. Purpose and Location -Related Questions 5. Noise -Related Questions 6. Revenue -Related Questions Bacon provided specific answers to questions and concerns that had been raised. E PUMP STATION SAFETY, SECURITY & REGULATORY -RELATED QUESTIONS Question: Are pump stations more Inherently dangerousthan pipelines? There Is no Inherent difference between the safety at a pump station and a pipeline. Pump stations are monitored 24 hours per day through our state-of- the-art satellite technology monitoringsystem (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/SCADA systems( and we have cameras for additional monitoring. Pipeline operators are subject to numerous safety regulations In order to maintain and operate the pipeline and associated equipment safely (see 2. below). Question: Is Enterprisesubject to any state or federal oversight? Enterprise is under the regulatoryjurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the U.S. Department of Transportation—Pipeline and Hazardous MaterialsSafery Administration (PHMSA). In addition, Enterprise is subject to all project specific industry regulations and permits, including but not limited to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state, county and city permits. In addition, our standard practicesincorporate recognized industry standarcisfor the design and operationof pipelines. Cman.nsmmmw-+rnmamaa. . ar ' n Memo +a9,G00 milaoaf r fal S401GL wdeN,pabalwmiraiaW �i rug/Iniopaud Amamanagv(arov,/ ra toed vmuaaawa v. 481a0xing6.va:r<(upplvaraU/eoneo�sau 9twrp: 250(f109E1 OKk. refied and m,de domes:( wmm%.aaldu,utl n pe�at, pmdxb. (U.r 11& 1.4 nenrelresfronR(anxM n Carna(rad m US. malar N 4aa:re . rmwvFF 26mNalpapmeraptr pla•ta:22 Fattlonatws; . Ca.ecteib e+arY V.$.cMyfene(ra[IR LO rmde+vatedl:tlllatv+laelllty rgmeNWia iid. IPG. PGP. wd. c,4".dmPe piad,:tt Curo(tadt. +90%olroprwle(Faatol aa(uas ., c pfnlim mnnwed m 22 Wf C. PGa'wnntra G ua mm. rntr.ret r . nnnm(n. Bacon provided a Table of Contents for this presentation 1. Safety, Security & Regulatory -Related Questions 2. Coexisting with Development 3. Pump Station Overview 4. Purpose and Location -Related Questions 5. Noise -Related Questions 6. Revenue -Related Questions Bacon provided specific answers to questions and concerns that had been raised. E PUMP STATION SAFETY, SECURITY & REGULATORY -RELATED QUESTIONS Question: Are pump stations more Inherently dangerousthan pipelines? There Is no Inherent difference between the safety at a pump station and a pipeline. Pump stations are monitored 24 hours per day through our state-of- the-art satellite technology monitoringsystem (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/SCADA systems( and we have cameras for additional monitoring. Pipeline operators are subject to numerous safety regulations In order to maintain and operate the pipeline and associated equipment safely (see 2. below). Question: Is Enterprisesubject to any state or federal oversight? Enterprise is under the regulatoryjurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the U.S. Department of Transportation—Pipeline and Hazardous MaterialsSafery Administration (PHMSA). In addition, Enterprise is subject to all project specific industry regulations and permits, including but not limited to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state, county and city permits. In addition, our standard practicesincorporate recognized industry standarcisfor the design and operationof pipelines. Cman.nsmmmw-+rnmamaa. . ar „ PUMP STATION SAFETY, SECURITY& REGULATORY -RELATED QUESTIONS Issue: A public speaker mentioned that they received notice(s) from Enterprise with emergency numbers, and listings of hazardous materials along with health hazards if there happened to be a leak. Enterprise has another pipeline in the vicinity which has been in operation since 1981. Under Enterprise's Public Awareness Program, property owners within a 1 -mile radius of our pipelines receive an annual notice which contains information concerning our pipeline. Federal regulations (49 GFR 195.440) require pipeline operators to develop and implement public awareness programs consistent with the requirements of the Pipeline Safety Improvement Act (PSIA) of 2002. In addition to Enterprise's annual mailings to landowners, we conduct drills with emergency responders, 811 One -Call activities and participate in local events. SIM - 811 811 <am+ame+ea n.:.+nt rrm.nw+am rr E PUMP STATION SAFETY, SECURITY& REGULATORY -RELATED QUESTIONS 4, Question: What are the standards of security? The enclosure of the pump station area on Enterprise's property will be comprised of an 8 -foot stonewall integrated with sound abatement material in compliance with city ordinances and the laws and regulations applicable to the U.S. Departmentof Transportation (DOT) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This area will have signs : "Restricted Area– Authorized Personnel Only.” Manual gates shall remain closed and locked, except when employees are present. In addition, the facilitywlll be illuminated and have cameras that have 24 x 7 monitoring. A technician will be stationed and will have an office at the site. Bacon went on to speak about a pipeline coexisting with development and provided aerial images of a pump station in a rural area and a pump station in the middle of an existing development. He explained that a pump station can operate with a significant amount of suburban growth because the pump station is enclosed in buildings and prepared with noise protections. Bacon next showed an aerial and side view of a typical building -enclosed pump station with sound abatement. E PUMP STATION - TYPICAL OVERVIEW WITH SOUND ABATEMENT Nolse-omducinge naMentwlll be enclosed by soundsoundorev.) toconfon (to includeity oMevrall, sound Wall. etc.)toconlormtoriW sound . 1 aldllanee5. i Enterprise Will Work with the City to design structures that ate aesthetically appealing. t lu ta.n,cr t, m. ..trio tr. Bacon said that Enterprise had purchased a 10 acre site and the station will only take up 2 acres. He said they will work with the City on landscaping and other requirements and no one will know it is a pipeline or pump station. He next provided answers to questions asked regarding the purpose and location of a pump station. E PUMP STATION PURPOSE & LOCATION -RELATED QUESTIONS Question: Whatdoesa pumpstationdo? Pump stations, meter stationsand valves area I I necessary parts of a pipeline so that the pipeline can move products efficiently and safely. Pump stations maintain How rates overlong distances. Motordriven pumps are utilized to increase or "boost" the line pressure so that the overall pipeline continues to flow in accordance with engineered design parameters. The Enterprise pump station is similar in concept to the water/wastewatertreatmentfacilitiescommonlyemployed by the City of Georgetown. Question: Why did Enterprise select the locationof the pump stationand can the pump station be placed in a differentlocation outside of the city limits? Pump station locations are primarily driven by hydraulic(design) requirements and the ability to acquire reliable, high voltage power service. In this case, the Georgetown -owned electric utility has two existing substations capable of delivering rel is ble power to this location and selling Enterprise the required electricity to run the pump station. Bacon then provided answers to noise related questions that had been raised and provided a depiction of the proposed property. E PUMP STATION NOISE -RELATED QUESTIONS Question: Does the station generate noise and has an independent assessmentof the noise level been done? Any type of pump or compressor will generate noise. In this case, an independent assessment will be conducted as a portion of the overall station design and installation. This study will confirm that we are in compliance with the noise ordinances of the City of Georgetown and was agreed to during our initial project consultations with the City of Georgetown Planning Department. Enterprise wil I use experienced, professional engineers in the design of the sound reduction technology In addition to the Independent assessment. C 4[�Trt{mvm nT'mr lM1RTlra„�W lr Fz PUMP STATION NOISE -RELATED QUESTIONS C4t.�rmmvm nx.�.ee I1CRi" I n,wTl �r. Bacon spoke on sound abatement technologies that would be installed and said Enterprise would abide by all of the City's noise requirements. Bacon next spoke on questions raised regarding revenue of such a project to the City. He explained that the pump station would provide 3 different sources of revenue to the City. • The Georgetown -owned electric utility will sell electricity to the facility • Annual property tax of approximately $96,757 will be paid. • A one-time sales and use tax of $240,000 will be realized with an additional $1.094 million per year of property tax that Williamson County and the School District will collect PUMP STATION REVENUE -RELATED QUESTIONS Question: Does the City get any financial benefit frorn the pump station being located at this site? The pump station will provide 3 different sources of revenue to the city. fj=, the Georgetown -owned electric utilitywill sell Enterprise the requiredelectrlcityto run the pump station. The pump station's operating power cost Is estimated to be between S200,000- $300,000 per month. Second, Enterprise estimates an annual Property Tax on the pump station and pipeline of $46,757. T it . Enterprise estimates one-time Sales and Use Tax of $240,000. There is an additional $1.094 million per year of Property Taxes that Williamson County and the school district will I W" 10xyCrkoil lMCen)nfale lycinr_tnGlWfssn C."43fy414fuyf " I C,[11,9�0TAM1at V,R1wOl IfCa . N1. 4t. p Councilmember Jonrowe asked if there is a process for the public to stay apprised of development of the property. Bacon said Enterprise wants to work with the neighbors and community or anyone affected by the project Jonrowe asked if there is a required form of communication either federally or by the state. Bacon explained that there is not a specific program for communication but Enterprise is more than willing to work with the community. Jonrowe then asked about the noise ordinance. Sofia Nelson, the Planning Director, said she is not specifically familiar with the ordinance but will have representatives from Code Enforcement and the Police Department at the second reading to clarify. Graham Bacon provided a loudness comparison chart He explained that the noise ordinance restricts noise to 56 decibels, which is similar to quiet urban noise or a dishwasher in the next room. Jonrowe asked if this is measured from the property line. Nelson confirmed that it is. Bacon explained that the noise is generally a constant noise. Jonrowe asked what decibel would be reached without the building. Bacon said he does not know. Councilmember Gonzalez asked how many Enterprise pump stations are in operation for this pipeline. Bacon said none right now, but the pipeline will have a total of 6 stations. Gonzalez asked how many pump stations are in operation across the country. Bacon answered that he would have to look up an accurate number but it is thousands. Gonzalez asked how many accidents had taken place at pump stations. Bacon asked for a more specific definition of accident. Gonzalez answered that it would be any incident involving Hazmat. Bacon said only one or two. Mayor Ross called on persons who had signed up to speak on this item. Persons signed up to speak on Item L included Troy Rodriguez, KaeLynn Anderson, Jeffrey Miller, Taunya Vessels, Greg Hall and Brett Miller. Comments and Concerns voiced included: Lack of transparency Safety concerns Parcel was annexed, business purpose in line, City did not inform citizens Business park concept was misled High pressure petroleum pump station is not the same as a business park Com1T�.tlIW G.aP)w�Cl3'f CM1Atf1 F,yrNi iu MIM1H YAIN if Wt [,tnmufl tfa „ ralm.mra Amw111.f Nrt0 •uu;n-n OO <tGmr�to.i _ Smmi.[0) _ ic—a: j1Tl3m aW.. _ $G;® wim n ,N.f lAryl TCr 0"Il YLwn $2LCCW 3 Wi)�: $)1.113 aLL-.'4 531 1 S1).WX n tm]O V,Lf. Yot,nC tmr:f :U.."p Wf lcvt.. :1t4P1] CmlSt 'A 'M1.fA 101M 1-AONLA SI.1')lo3a n1 53.N1 N1 C,[11,9�0TAM1at V,R1wOl IfCa . N1. 4t. p Councilmember Jonrowe asked if there is a process for the public to stay apprised of development of the property. Bacon said Enterprise wants to work with the neighbors and community or anyone affected by the project Jonrowe asked if there is a required form of communication either federally or by the state. Bacon explained that there is not a specific program for communication but Enterprise is more than willing to work with the community. Jonrowe then asked about the noise ordinance. Sofia Nelson, the Planning Director, said she is not specifically familiar with the ordinance but will have representatives from Code Enforcement and the Police Department at the second reading to clarify. Graham Bacon provided a loudness comparison chart He explained that the noise ordinance restricts noise to 56 decibels, which is similar to quiet urban noise or a dishwasher in the next room. Jonrowe asked if this is measured from the property line. Nelson confirmed that it is. Bacon explained that the noise is generally a constant noise. Jonrowe asked what decibel would be reached without the building. Bacon said he does not know. Councilmember Gonzalez asked how many Enterprise pump stations are in operation for this pipeline. Bacon said none right now, but the pipeline will have a total of 6 stations. Gonzalez asked how many pump stations are in operation across the country. Bacon answered that he would have to look up an accurate number but it is thousands. Gonzalez asked how many accidents had taken place at pump stations. Bacon asked for a more specific definition of accident. Gonzalez answered that it would be any incident involving Hazmat. Bacon said only one or two. Mayor Ross called on persons who had signed up to speak on this item. Persons signed up to speak on Item L included Troy Rodriguez, KaeLynn Anderson, Jeffrey Miller, Taunya Vessels, Greg Hall and Brett Miller. Comments and Concerns voiced included: Lack of transparency Safety concerns Parcel was annexed, business purpose in line, City did not inform citizens Business park concept was misled High pressure petroleum pump station is not the same as a business park Environmental health and safety Delay a decision until concerns with Enterprise are addressed Many businesses and homesteads affected. More money lost by property tax of the 300 to 550K homes Read from the required pamphlet —dangers listed for the pipeline 362 fatalities occurred in 10 year period Dangerous gases could ignite Irresponsible behavior in the middle of our community 300 yards from 135 80 yards from homes Pump station lies on top of the cave system U.S. Department of Transportation references Enterprise Pipeline 145 thousand barrels of liquids Read mission statement Must protect the environment Inner Space Caverns less than one mile from site Must protect their patrons Oil leak would be catastrophic Loss of employment Longhorn Junction on 135 will be affected 14 purchases over 20 years to put the tract together Described the gas, water and sewage lines to the property Signed agreement that no hazardous materials would be in the area This property will allow the City to compete with the Domain and sales tax going to Cedar Park Wasn't notified even though within 200 feet Build a building over the pump station Will be over 56 decibels Enterprise got him blackballed from the oil and gas industry There is an exception by City ordinance over the Railroad Commission Council can say no Enterprise presentation failed to mention their many spills 61 significant pipeline incidents Open records requests listed Texas Crushed Stone said absolutely not Mayor Ross explained that the City Council cannot trump the Railroad Commission or the federal government. Ross asked the City Attorney, Charlie McNabb, about the authority. McNabb said there are two types of state laws that the City has to follow. He explained that the state gives the pipeline company the authority of eminent domain in order to establish their pipelines to provide power to the public. McNabb noted that since the City has zoning authority, they will be able to control the look. He explained that the scope of Council should go to noise regulations and aesthetics in the neighborhood. McNabb said safety issues are not part of the City's authority. He explained that even if the Council did not approve the rezoning request, Enterprise can still put in the pump station, because it is an approved use under its current zoning also. McNabb explained that by passing the ordinance, the City can have a say in the aesthetics and noise of the facility. Mayor Ross reminded everyone that Graham Bacon had already described the company's intent to follow City regulations for landscaping, noise, lighting standards and buffer yard setbacks. Ross noted again that even if Council votes against the zoning, the pump station can still be built. Councilmember Gipson asked for clarification on the City's legal status. McNabb reiterated that if Council denies the zoning, the existing zoning also allows this use and the level of regulation with the new zoning would help with screening walls and landscaping. McNabb explained that the City is preempted by the state and federal law. Hesser voiced that it is not possible to say no and he does not understand. He spoke of (racking regulations from 2 years ago, that were passed with the express purpose of regulating underground oil and gas pipelines. He asked how this has been replaced by federal case law. Hesser said he wants to know about League City, mentioned by the speakers. McNabb explained that the facility in League City might have been an underground facility, but Georgetown does not have such an ordinance. Councilmember Eby pointed out that even if the League City zoning is unknown, here in Georgetown, the zoning does allow the pump station. Eby said that, unfortunately, the answer to the question of whether the pump station can be built is yes. She said that the City can only have insight on how it looks. Jonrowe asked about special use permits. Nelson said it can be looked at and this is part of the UDC amendment list that the Council will be reviewing. Jonrowe asked if disannexation is an option. City Manager, David Morgan said the annexation to the City requires them to abide by the UDC requirements. He explained that if they were not in the City, the City could not require aesthetics and noise regulations. Mayor Ross said that disannexation is something that the City cannot just do. McNabb said a petition from the affected landowners would be needed and the City cannot do it. McNabb said this would be unusual and he would need to check into it. Jonrowe asked if there are examples of eminent domain by the pump station companies. McNabb said his earlier reference was to Grand Prairie in 2010. He said that Grand Prairie denied an above ground facility and the United States Court of Appeals said the City was preempted in the safety area but still had a say in the aesthetics as the zoning authority. Gonzalez said this all comes down to 2 things and the property is currently zoned agriculture. He explained that the company can put in the pump station if zoned agriculture or as a business park. He explained that, as a business park, the City can insist on more regulations. Nelson confirmed. Motion by Fought, second by Gipson to approve Item L. Eby suggested that if Council was in agreement, she would like to look into these zoning issues for the future. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) M. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance rezoning Lot 1, Block F, Summit at Rivery Park Phases 5 & 6, located at 1101 Woodlawn Avenue to amend the Summit at Rivery Park Planned Unit Development (PUD) District— Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Sofia Nelson, Planning Director, spoke on the rezoning request to amend the Summit at Rivery Park Planned Unit Development District (PUD). She explained that this is to alter the sign regulations for this PUD — a request to look at the signage. Nelson displayed a location map, zoning map, future land use map and aerial maps. She provided a chart showing sign development standards, the current PUD standard and the proposed amendment. Nelson said the amendment would add one additional sign to the front of the convention center. Nelson noted that staff found the request consistent with the criteria and the Planning & Zoning Commission had Nelson read the caption. Mayor Ross opened the public hearing at 7.25 PM. No persons signed up to speak on the item. Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 7.25 PM. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez to approve Item M. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) N. Second Reading of an Ordinance rezoning approximately 165.65 acres described as 142.80 acres in the N. Porter and A. Flores Surveys, 0.68 acres, 5.07 acres, and 12.31 acres in the N. Porter Survey, and 4.79 acres, being Blocks 1-3 of the North Georgetown Addition, located between Austin Ave. and N. College St. south of FM 971, from the Residential Single -Family (RS) and Local Commercial (C-1) Districts to the Public Facilities (PF) District— Sofa Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Sofa Nelson, Planning Director, spoke on the rezoning request. She explained that the ordinance would bring the property into compliance with City Code. Nelson discussed The application is complete and the information contained within the appiicallon is sufficient and correct enough to allow adequate renew and final action; The zon:rigehange is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan; the rnnmgchange Pfanoresthe hehhh, safety or general welfare of the (its and the safeorderN, and healthful development of the Cm; The zoning change is compaliblewnth the plesem zoning and conforminguses of nearbyproperry and with the charatterof the neghborhood; and The otopertyto be rezoned is suitable for uses permitted by the dntfict that would be applied by the proposed amendment. Nelson spoke on staff recommendation and said the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended Nelson read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson to approve Item N. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) O. Second Reading of an Ordinance rezoning 3.5 acres of San Gabriel Estates, Block 1, Lot 22A located at 700 Booty's Crossing Road from the Agriculture (AG) District to the Neighborhood Commercial (CN) District — Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Sofa Nelson, Planning Director, spoke on the rezoning request. She provided the future land use map. Nelson said that both staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson to approve Item O. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) P. First Reading of an Ordinance amending the FY2016 Annual Budget due to conditions that resulted in year-end budget variances; appropriating the various amounts thereof; and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director (action required) Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the ordinance amending the FY 2016 annual budget. She explained that the series of items are related to the discussion and presentation in the workshop meeting earlier that day. Wallace explained that this ordinance would amend the special revenue funds, as explained. Wallace read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Eby to approve Item P. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) Mayor Ross explained that these items were reviewed earlier in the day at the workshop meeting. Q. First Reading of an Ordinance amending the FY2017 Annual Budget due to conditions that resulted in a need for changes to revenue and expenditures in the Electric and Water Funds; appropriating the various amounts thereof; and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director (action required) Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the ordinance amending the FY 2017 annual budget. Wallace explained that this is the same type of item as the previous item, except that this ordinance amendment is for the 2017 budget. She explained that the series of items are related to the discussion and presentation from the workshop meeting earlier that day. She explained that this includes splitting some costs between the water and electric funds and moving some projects from cash funding to debt funding. Wallace read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson to approve Item Q. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) R. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for electric capital improvements in an amount not to exceed $3,275,000.00 with proceeds from utility revenue bonds that will be issued at a later time — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for electric capital improvements. She again explained the shifts from cash funding to debt funding. Wallace explained that the City does not have to be obligated to the commitment of the bonds if things change or other funding sources are established. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Eby to approve Item R. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) S. Forwarded from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution formally adopting the Fiscal and Budgetary Policy to be used in preparing the fiscal year 2018 annual budget and to guide financial operations during fiscal year 2017 — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the Resolution to formally adopt the fiscal and budgetary policy, as described in the workshop meeting earlier in the day. Wallace read the resolution caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gibson to approve Item S. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) T. Forwarded from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution formally adopting the City's Investment Policies — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the Resolution to formally adopt the City's investment policies, as described in the workshop meeting earlier in the day. Wallace read the resolution caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Eby to approve Item T. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) U. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing a payment of $170,379.00 for the City's pro -rata portion of the cost of operation of the Williamson Central Appraisal District — Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, spoke on the Resolution authorizing a pro -rata portion of the cost of operation of the Williams Central Appraisal District, which is a shared cost of the appraisal services. Wallace read the resolution caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson to approve Item U. Approved: 6-0 (Brainard absent) Project Updates V. Project updates and status reports regarding current and future transportation and traffic project; street, sidewalk, and other infrastructure projects; police, fire and other public safety projects; economic development projects; city facility projects; and downtown projects including parking enhancements and possible direction to city staff — David Morgan, City Manager Mayor Ross asked City Manager, David Morgan, if he had any project updates to report. Morgan said he did not have any updates at this time. Public Wishing to Address Council On a subject that is posted on this agenda: Please fill out a speaker registration form which can be found on the table at the entrance to the Council Chamber. Clearly print your name and the letter of the item on which you wish to speak and present it to the City Secretary on the dais, preferably prior to the start of the meeting. You will be called forward to speak when the Council considers that item. On a subject not posted on the agenda: Persons may add an item to a future City Council agenda by contacting the City Secretary no later than noon on the Wednesday prior to the Tuesday meeting, with the subject matter of the topic they would like to address and their name. The City Secretary can be reached at 512/930-3651. W. - At the time of posting, no persons had signed up to address the City Council Executive Session In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the items listed below will be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session. X. Sec. 551.077: Consultation with Attorney - Advice from attorney about pending or contemplated litigation and other matters on which the attorney has a duty to advise the City Council, including agenda items - TCS Industrial District Agreement - GTII-Jet Lease Agreement Sec. 551.074: Personnel Matters - City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary and Municipal Judge: Consideration of the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal Adjourn Motion by Fought, second by Gipson to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM. Approved by the Georgetown City Council on 1 �� f7 I -t'ol Date AQ I Dale Ross, Mayor 5 0 Attest: City cr tary