HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 05.23.2017 CC-RMinutes of a Meeting of the
Governing Body of the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 E. 7"
St., Georgetown, Texas
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Councilmembers currently serving include: Mayor Dale Ross; Councilmember Anna Eby, District 1;
Councilmember Valerie Nicholson, District 2; Councilmember John Hesser, District 3; Councilmember Steve
Fought, District 4; Councilmember Ty Gipson, District 5; Councilmember Rachael Jonrowe, District 6; and
Councilmember Tommy Gonzalez, District 7.
Mayor Ross called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance.
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
- Chase the Chief Recognition
City Council Regional Board Reports
No reports were given. Mayor Ross mentioned that the next CAMPO meeting will be held June 5, 2017.
Announcements
- Historic Document Exhibit at the Georgetown Library
- Hops for Hounds Animal Shelter Fund Raiser
- Williams Drive Open House
Action from Executive Session
Motion by Eby and second by Hesser to approve the purchase of real property from Ralph Stuart, Inc. (Parcel
12), plus closing costs, in connection with the Rivery Boulevard Extension Project, on the terms discussed in
Executive Session; and to authorize the Mayor to execute a purchase contract and other necessary documents.
Approved: 7-0
Motion by Eby, second by Hesser, to authorize the General Manager of Utilities to execute the Renewable
Energy Credit sale with counterparty discussed in Executive Session.
Approved: 7-0
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, May 9, 2017, the Special Meeting held on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 and the revised minutes from the
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
C. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Dennis Dalrymple to the Georgetown
Commission on Aging to fill a vacancy -- Dale Ross, Mayor
D. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Jonathan Dade to the Americans with
Disabilities Act Advisory Board to fill a vacancy -- Dale Ross, Mayor
E. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Valerie Nicholson, Councilmember District
2 to the Georgetown Economic Development Corporation Advisory Board to fill the vacancy of outgoing
Councilmember District 2, Keith Brainard -- Dale Ross, Mayor
F. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Alternate Marlene McMichael to a full
member of the Georgetown Village Public Improvement District Advisory Board to fill a vacancy -- Dale
Ross, Mayor
G. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Norma Baker as Alternate #1 on the
Georgetown Village Public Improvement District Advisory Board to fill a vacancy -- Dale Ross, Mayor
H. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Kitty Warren to the Main Street Advisory
Board to fill a vacancy -- Dale Ross, Mayor
I. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Michael Cunningham, Chair of the
Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board, to the South Georgetown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
(TIRZ) to fill a vacancy — Dale Ross, Mayor
J. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Jay Warren, President of Georgetown
Transportation Enhancement Corporation, to the South Georgetown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
(TIRZ) to fill a vacancy — Dale Ross, Mayor
K. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Valerie Nicholson, Councilmember District
2 to the Rivery Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board to fill the vacancy of outgoing
Councilmember, District 2, Keith Brainard -- Dale Ross, Mayor
L. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Dale Ross, Mayor as Chair on the Rivery
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board to fill a vacancy-- Dale Ross, Mayor
M. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of David L. Maserang, PhD, to the
Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board to fill a vacancy — Dale Ross, Mayor
N. Consideration and possible action to approve the appointment of Karen Soeffker to the Downtown
Georgetown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to fill a vacancy — Dale Ross, Mayor
O. Consideration and possible action to approve a water quality pond and detention pond located at the corner
of Naranjo and Rosedale -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator
Motion by Hesser, second by Gonzalez, to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety.
Approved: 7-0
Legislative Regular Agenda
P. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 5 of the Unified Development Code
land use chart to allow medical/dental/clinic offices as a permitted us in the Industrial zoning district -- Sofia
Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the proposed amendment to the UDC Code to allow medical or dental
offices in the industrial zoning district.
Nelson said that the Unified Development Code Advisory Committee had reviewed the proposed amendment
and recommends support. She noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission also recommend approval of
the amendment.
Nelson read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.15 PM. No persons had signed up to speak. Mayor Ross closed
the Public Hearing at 6.15 PM.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson, to approve Item P.
Approved: 7-0
Q. Consideration and possible action to approve a Parking Space License Agreement for the continued use of
the surface parking lot, located on or about 815 South Main Street -- Eric Johnson, CIP Manager and Laurie
Brewer, Assistant City Manager
CIP Manager, Eric Johnson, spoke on a parking space license agreement for the parking lot located at 815 Main
Street. Johnson said this is the parking lot next to the Grace Heritage Center. He explained that it is now
owned by a different company. The agreement would allow the City to use the parking lot while providing
insurance. Johnson noted that there will be a future agreement for the space to be used for staging by the City.
Johnson described the License Fee:
• Licensee shall obtain and maintain the insurance required herein.
o General liability insurance insuring licensee against liability for bodily injury, property damage
(including loss of use of property) and personal injury arising out of the license.
John spoke on the Next Steps
• Signature of the Parking Space License Agreement
• Either party can provide 30 days' notice of termination
• Specific use agreement for staging area for Grace Heritage Restoration
Johnson read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson, to approve Item Q.
Approved: 7-0
R. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs related
to the R.O.W. acquisition of Inner Peace property on Southeast Inner Loop and the construction of the Pecan
Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant, in an amount not to exceed $2.65 million with proceeds from bonds that
will be issued at a later time -- Paul Diaz, Budget Manager
Paul Diaz, the City's Budget Manager, spoke on the proposed resolution expressing official intent to reimburse
costs related to the R.O.W. acquisition of Inner Peace property on Southeast Inner Loop and the construction of
the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant. He noted the amount was not to exceed $2.65 million, with
proceeds from bonds that will be issued at a later time. Diaz explained that the expansion will double the
capacity to 3 million gallons per day.
Diaz read the caption.
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to approve Item R.
Approved: 7-0
S. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution by the City of Georgetown, Texas ("CITY"), approving
a change in the rates of ATMOS Energy Corporation, Mid -Tex Division ("ATMOS") as a result of a settlement
between ATMOS and the ATMOS Texas Municipalities ("ATM") under the Rate Review Mechanism; finding the
rates set by the attached tariffs to be just and reasonable; finding that the meeting complied with the Open
Meetings Act; declaring an effective date; and requiring delivery of the Resolution to the company and legal
counsel -- Jim Briggs, General Manager, Utilities
The General Manager of Utilities, Jim Briggs, spoke on the proposed resolution to approve the change in rates of
Atmos Energy. Briggs said worked Georgetown, along with other ATM Cities, were given a rate request of $54
million. He said after discussion with the other ATM Cities, the rate increase was proposed to be $48 million.
Briggs explained that the City had multiple options, but there were two separate groups of cities and the other
group had already settled for $48 million. Briggs explained that staff had visited with a rate consultant and an
attorney, experienced in these matters. He noted that a contested hearing would be a significant expense, with
the costs going to the rate payers. Briggs said it is recommended to agree to the settlement of 48M, which is a
10M reduction in the original rate proposal. Briggs added that the City will continue the rate review process and
implement more frequent dialogue.
Briggs read the caption
Motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item S, with the continued discussions of the rate review
process and implementation of the more frequent dialogue.
Approved: 7-0
T. Second Reading of an Ordinance to approve a Special Use Permit to allow an indoor self -storage facility in the
Local Commercial (C-1) District at 1301 NE Inner Loop -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action
required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the special use permit that would allow AAA Storage to build an indoor
self -storage facility on the property that where there current storage facility is.
Nelson provided a location map, zoning map and a future land use map. She noted that a rezoning request for
the property had recently been completed. Nelson provided a conceptual layout and explained how the special
use permit would bring the property into compliance with its use. Nelson said that both staff and the Planning
and Zoning Commission recommend approval of the request.
Nelson read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Gipson, to approve Item T.
Approved: 7-0
U. Second Reading of an Ordinance for the Voluntary Annexation of 113.00 acres in the Pulsifer and
Stubblefield Surveys, located at the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and Highway 29, to be known as Wolf
Lakes -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the voluntary annexation request for property to be known as Wolf
Lakes. Nelson provided a location map,
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson, to approve Item U.
Approved: 7-0
V. Second Reading of an Ordinance for the Voluntary Annexation of 12.228 acres in the J. Powell Survey,
located at the intersection of Kelley Drive and Gateway Drive, along North Interstate 35, to be known as
Echo Park -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the voluntary annexation request for property to be known as Echo
Park. Nelson provided a location map and described the property. She explained that the property is anticipated
as an employment center. Nelson noted that this request will be followed by a rezoning request and a Special
Use Permit request.
Nelson read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item V.
Approved: 7-0
W. Second Reading of an Ordinance for the Voluntary Annexation of 25.712 acres in the D. Wright Survey and
portions of right-of-way on Booty's Crossing Road generally located southwest of the intersection of Booty's
Crossing and Williams Drive, to be known as Oakmont -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action
required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the voluntary annexation request for property to be known as
Oakmont. She provided a location map and described the moderate density development. Nelson said the
applicant has submitted a request for a single family zoning designation.
Nelson read the caption
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gibson, to approve Item W
Approved: 7-0
X. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending the 2017 Annual Budget for mid -year obligations that were not
known at the time the budget was adopted, appropriating various amounts thereof, and repealing all ordinances
or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith — Paul Diaz, Budget Manager (action required)
Budget Manager, Paul Diaz, spoke on the 2017 Annual Budget amendments for mid -year obligations which were
not known at time of the budget adoption. He explained that the amendments had been provided in detail at the
May 9, 2017 City Council Workshop meeting, and Council discussion and direction had followed.
Diaz read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Gipson, to approve Item X
Approved: 7-0
Y. Second Reading of an Ordinance renaming Simon Road to Wolf Lakes Drive -- Edward G. Polasek, AICP,
Transportation Planning Coordinator (action required)
Transportation Planning Coordinator, Ed Polasek, spoke on the proposal to rename Simon Road to Wolf Lakes
Drive and described the location of the street. Polasek explained that the request follows the City's street naming
guidelines.
Polasek read the caption
Motion by Nicholson, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item Y.
Approved: 7-0
Project Updates
Z. 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 share. Morgan said he did not
have any updates at this time, but that he is happy to answer any questions.
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.
AA. 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, Vemon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the
items listed below will be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session.
AB. Sec. 551.071: 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
Sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Property
Discuss contract terms on Parcel 12 - Rivery Blvd Ext. Project
Fire Station 7 Site Consideration
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
Sec. 551.086: Competitive Matters
- Renewable Energy Credits
- Electric Utility Quarterly Financial Update
Sec. 551.087: Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations
- Tamiro Plaza 11
Adjourn
Motion by Fought, second by Nicholson, to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 6.35 PM.
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Dale Ross, Mayor