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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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Dale Ross, Mayor
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Attest: City cr tary