HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 06.27.2017 CC-RMinutes of a Meeting of the
Governing Body of the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 E. 71,
St., Georgetown, Texas
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Mayor Ross called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance, with the exception of
Councilmember District 2, Valerie Nicholson. Mayor Dale Ross, Ana Eby, District 1, John Hesser, District 3, Steve
Fought, District 4, Ty Gipson, District 5, Rachael Jonrowe, District 6, and Tommy Gonzalez, District 7 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
- Jerry Hammerlun Tribute
City Council Regional Board Reports
Mayor Ross said that the June CAMPO meeting had been cancelled.
Announcements
- Parks and Rec Awarded Grant
- National Main Street Accreditation
Action from Executive Session
No action was taken 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, June 13, 2017 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
C. Consideration and possible action to appoint Ercel Brashear to the Planning and Zoning Commission to fill a
vacancy — Mayor Dale Ross
D. Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement with Georgetown Independent School
District for the purpose of a joint Aquatics Feasibility Study --Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director
Councilmember Gonzalez pulled Item D from the Statutory Consent Agenda to the Legislative Regular Agenda
for discussion.
E. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:
Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #2 to Westar Construction, Inc. of Georgetown,
Texas in the amount of $137,589.92 for ADA trail improvements in San Gabriel Park — Kimberly Garrett, Parks
and Recreation Director
F. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:
Consideration and possible action to approve a BuyBoard contract with TF Harper and Associates LP of
Austin Texas, for the installation of playground equipment and surfacing at Garey Park in the amount of
$144,999.75 -- Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director
G. Consideration and possible action to approve the acquisition of Revocable Licenses by the City of
Georgetown in connection with the GoGeo 2017 Transit Project to allow the placement and operation of bus
stops and necessary improvements on private property -- Nathaniel Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Transportation
Analyst
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Gipson to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety, with the
exception of Item D, which has been placed on the Legislative Regular Agenda at the request of Councilmember
Gonzalez.
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
Legislative Regular Agenda
D. Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement with Georgetown Independent School
District for the purpose of a joint Aquatics Feasibility Study --Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director
Councilmember Gonzalez pulled Item D from the Statutory Consent Agenda to the Legislative Regular Agenda
for discussion.
Kimberly Garrett, the Parks and Recreation Director, spoke on the joint workshop held with the City Council and
the Georgetown Independent School District. She explained that the decision had been to formulate an
Interlocal Agreement between the two parties to implement a joint Aquatics Feasibility Study and this Item would
memorialize this agreement.
Councilmember Gonzalez said that he wants a second look at this. He said that Georgetown does not have the
capacity to enter into yet another pool and that perhaps this money could be well served for something else.
Councilmember Fought said he agrees with the concern, but the City had given their word back in February and
could not pull out at this time. Fought added that there will be questions to be answered in the future.
Motion by Fought, second by Gipson to approve Item D
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
H. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone 0.791 acres of vacated right of way, located at
the southwest corner of Booty's Crossing Road and Williams Drive from no zoning to C-1 (Local
Commercial), to be known as Williamsburg Village -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the rezoning request for a vacated right of way at the southwest
corner of Booty's Crossing Road and Williams Drive. She provided a location map and pictures of the subject
property and pictures of Williams Drive and businesses near the subject property. Nelson then provided the
zoning map and future land use maps.
Nelson provided the criteria for Local Commercial (C-1) zoning
The UDC criteria for zoning changes was shown next and Nelson explained that the request was found to be
consistent.
The appkation is complete and the information
contained wahn the appbcaoon hs sutfitimt and correct
enough to albw adequate review and final action;
The zorungchinge is consistent with the Compreheasrve
Plan;
The zonirhg change promotes the health, safety or general
weffore of the City and the safe orderly, and heakhM
developrnent of the Gey;
The zorungchange is compatible with the present xorhmg
and conforming uses of nearby property and with the
character of the neighborhood; and
The property to be rezoned is unable for uses permitted
by the dhstrkt that would be applied by the pronnsad
arnendmerht.
Nelson noted that both the UDC Advisory Board and the Planning & Zoning Commission have recommended
approval.
Nelson read the caption
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.12 PM. No persons had signed up to speak on the Item. Mayor
Ross closed the Public Hearing at 6.12 PM.
Motion by Eby, second by Gipson, to approve Item H.
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
I. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance to Rezone 5.605 acres in the A. Flores Survey, located
east of Interstate 35 and approximately 500 feet south of the intersection of Lakeway Drive and Interstate 35,
to be known as Ewald Kubota from the Residential Single -Family (RS) District to a Planned Unit Development
with a General Commercial (C-3) base zoning -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the rezoning request for a property located east of 135 and 500 feet
south of the intersection of Lakeway Drive and Interstate 35. She explained that this will be a PUD request.
Nelson provided a location map, zoning map, and future land use map, as well as aerial views of the property
and views from 135 travel lanes. She explained that the area is largely undeveloped.
Nelson spoke on development along Austin Avenue and provided related pictures of the 135 frontage road. She
explained that the proposed project for this property is a Kubota dealership. She noted that this Kubota
dealership would be designed more for residential users with large properties, needing these types of equipment.
Nelson showed a layout of the design and a picture of a Kubota building, noting that the materials proposed to be
used will meet architectural and material requirements.
Nelson spoke on Project Development Standards and provided the following UDC -PUD Comparison Charts.
UOCttequirvment PUO Variation
The display shall not extend The display shall not exceed
to a height above 10 feet. 15' feet.
The display should be
located adacent to wall of
principal building, In a front
yard or street yard.
Located In front, street, side,
and roar yards, permitted in
locations on Conceptual
Land Plan, and w61 not be
paved.
UDCMMWrement
PUD Varindon
All non-residential surface
parking areas or lots shall
contain areas constructed,
planted, and maintained as
landscaped Islands,
peninsulas, or medians and
Parking lot landscaping
shall contain shade trees to
requirements shall not
reduce the thermal impact
apply to equipment stora,
pp y p
of parking lots. Enclosed
and display areas.
parking structures and
vehicle display and sales
areas are exempt from the
Parking Lot Landscaping
requirements set forth
herein.
UDC Roquirremort
No light fixtures, parking,
dumpsters, storage,
recreation facilities,
accessory buildings, or
alleys shall be permitted
within a required buffer
yard.
All commercial safes and
service:1 per 300ft2 GFA
of office/showroom arca +
I additional per 2,500 ft2
Indoor and outdoor storage
or staging area.
1V 11 C•i1
Light poles shall be allowed
in a bufferyard, setbacks,
and easements.
UDC Requirement
No additional parking
required for
Indoor/outdoor storage or
staging area.
Sidewalks required all on
road frontage.
Due to legal lot status the
waste water extension
would not normally be
required.
PUD Variation
Owner will build sidewalk
on east side of property
and will pay 20% into
sidewalk fund for south
and west side.
The developer is
committing to the
extension of utilities
through the PUD.
Nelson provided a Chart of Criteria for PUDs and showed the compliance of each requirement.
A variety of housing types, employment
opportunities, or commercial services to X
achieve a balanced community;
An orderly and creative arrangement of all X
land uses with respect to each other and to
the entire community;
A planned and integrated comprehensive
transportation system providing for a
separation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, X
to include facilities such as roadways, bicycle
ways, and pedestrian walkways;
The provisions of cultural or recreational
facilities for all segments of the community;
The staging of development in a manner
which can be accommodated by the timely X
provision of public utilities, facilities, and
services.
X
Nelson said that the Planning & Zoning Commission had recommended approval of the request and that the
applicant was present for questions.
Nelson read the caption
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.20 PM. No persons had signed up to speak on the Item. Mayor
Ross closed the Public Hearing at 6.20 PM.
Councilmember Eby asked about the P&Z recommendation of approval and if that had come with conditions.
She also asked if staff had suggested any conditions. Nelson confirmed that there had been conditions, but that
the applicant has agreed to the recommendations. Nelson noted that the applicant had requested grass instead
of pavement, but had agreed to the condition to provide an irrigation system for the grass.
Councilmember Gipson asked if this will cause any other signage issues. Nelson said signage had been a
concern because of this property being located in a City gateway area, which is also in need of business. She
explained that staff found signage requirements that would still meet the regulations and not be excessive in the
area. Nelson noted that the grass area will have a minimum 25 foot landscape buffer. She noted an initial
concern to having the display pushed so far out. She explained that this is necessary because of the size of the
equipment.
Councilmember Jonrowe said she is concerned with the amount of variances, and the City is not getting enough
in return. She questioned why the applicant was not adhering regarding landscaping requirements. Applicant,
John Ewald said that he had asked for forgiveness of some codes, but had also committed to staff
recommendations and has gone above certain requirements, as well.
Jonrowe noted that PUDs are generally a trade-off, allowing exceptions for something in return. Ewald explained
that he was originally led to believe that septic would be allowed on the property and will now be required to
extend a sewage line at a cost of $150,000 to run a septic line down to the street.
Nelson said this was an enhancement in consideration for the City. Nelson agreed that there is often a
negotiation for a PUD. She noted that PUDs are often used for areas that straddle two different zoning areas.
She explained that, in this case, the project would need industrial zoning, but is in an area where the city would
not necessarily want industrial zoning.
Jonrowe asked about landscaping and lighting plans. Shelly Mitchell, an engineer for the project, explained the
significance of the property being adjacent to 4 rows and how this had to be considered for sidewalk pieces.
She noted that the outdoor display will be more visible with the variance. She explained that they would not want
big trees in front of the display and shrubs and trees have been diverted to another area of the property. Mitchell
noted that security for this type of facility requires more lighting, but the style still meets regulations, and is only
about the placement.
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to approve Item I
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
J. Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 23.527 acres in the D. Wright Survey
located southwest of the intersection of Booty Crossing and Williams Drive from the Agriculture (AG) District
to Residential Single -Family (RS) District -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director (action required)
Nelson spoke on the rezoning request for property located southwest of the intersection of Booty Crossing and
Williams Drive. She noted that this is a second reading of this request for the Oakmont Track. Nelson said the
property had recently gone through the annexation process.
Nelson provided a location map, zoning map and future land use map. She provided the requirements for
Residential Single -Family (RS) Zoning.
Nelson provided the UDC criteria for rezoning and spoke on the finding of consistency
The application is complete and the information
contained *Birt the application a suff+nem and correct
enough to allow adequate review and final salon;
The zorrngchinge Is consistent with the Comprehenuve
Pin;
The zo"change promotesthe health, safety or general
welfare of the Gly and the safe orderly, and hv*hiul
development of the City;
The torrngchinge Is compatible vmh the present tonaV
and conforming uses of nearby property and with thu
characterofthe neghborhood;and
The property to be rezoned is suitable for uses permitted
by the distrla that world be appkd by the proposed
amendment
Nelson noted that the Planning & Zoning Commission had unanimously recommended approval and then read
the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item J.
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
K. Forwarded from Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB):
Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Cholla Pavement Maintenance, Inc. of Apache
Junction, Arizona for 2017 Two Course Surface Treatment with Fog in the amount of $1,066,087.50 -- Wesley
Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director and Michael Hallmark, CIP Manager
Wesley Wright, Systems Engineering Director, spoke on the contract with Cholla Pavement Maintenance, Inc. for
two course surface treatment with fog. He noted that "fog" is referring to a seal. Wright explained that this has
been presented at a previous Council workshop meeting on paving maintenance. He explained that staff would
be coming back to the Council with other maintenance projects in September. Wright said that this particular
method has been in existence for some time and has proven to be a successful method. He then described the
streets to be treated.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Hesser, to approve Item K
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
L. Forwarded from Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB):
Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Cutler Repaving, Inc. of Lawrence, Kansas for
2017 Street Maintenance (Hot in Place Recycling) in the amount of $1,060,008.35 -- Wesley Wright, P.E.,
Systems Engineering Director and Michael Hallmark, CIP Manager
Wesley Wright, Systems Engineering Director, spoke on the contract with Cutler Repaving, Inc. for street
maintenance. He explained that the Cutler process is a patented process. Wright described the process and the
primary streets to be treated, the bulk of which are in the Old Town area.
Mayor Ross asked about the downtown streets and if he was referring to East and West streets. Wright
confirmed that the streets were East and West and considered to be neighborhood streets. He explained that
these streets need extra treatment but not replacement. Wright said the Cutler process is a very good method
and that the price on this is at a 3 year low right now.
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to approve Item L.
Councilmember Gipson asked if this method has been used in the past. Wright said it has been used for the
past 10 years.
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
M. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Archer Western Construction, LLC. of Irving,
Texas for Domel Pump Station Improvements in the amount of $2,147,800.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E.,
Systems Engineering Director
Wesley Wright, Systems Engineering Director, spoke on a contract with Archer Western Construction for the
Domel Pump Station Improvements. He explained that the Domel Pump Station was a Chisholm Trail asset and
is now a City of Georgetown asset. Wright noted that it provides 3 million gallons of water a day, and has safety
issues and maintenance issues. He noted that more water treatment would be added, as well.
Wright showed a map of the area and described the pump station and its large service area. Wright said that
the intention is to reduce the amount of pumping, make the station safer and prevent future flooding. He spoke
on the competitive bid process and said that the City received a fantastic bid and staff and engineers recommend
approval.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Fought to approve Item L
Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent)
Project Updates
N. 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 speak about. Morgan said he
did not have updates at this time, but would be happy to answer questions.
Morgan recognized the GISD extern program. He explained that Kim Henley, a teacher at Tippit Middle School
and Clair Lacombe, a teacher at Georgetown High School, had been shadowing him and Assistant City
Manager, Lauri Brewer, and were in the audience.
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.
O. Tom Ketterhagen would like to address the City Council regarding a Georgetown Bike Plan, Safety and
Awareness
- Sharon Reed would like to address the City Council regarding a Georgetown Bike Plan, Safety and Awareness
- Jim Hellebusch would like to address the City Council regarding a Georgetown Bike Plan, Safety and Awareness
- Drew Hardin would like to address the City Council regarding a Georgetown Bike Plan, Safety and Awareness
- Laura Hobgood would like to address the City Council regarding a Georgetown Bike Plan, Safety and Awareness
- Mark Geppert would like to address the City Council regarding changes to Williams Drive and a proposed
Ketterhagen Memorial
Mayor Ross called on the speakers who had signed up to address the Council. Speakers included Sharon
Reed, Drew Hardin, Laura Hobgood, Mark Geppert and Tom Ketterhagen. Jim Hellebusch donated his 3
minutes of speaking time to Tom Ketterhagen, who was then given 6 minutes of speaking time.
Comments and Concerns voiced included the following:
Support a Bike Plan in this year's budget
Signage is needed for added safety and awareness
Changes need to be made to Williams Drive with signage and lane markings
In the Year 2000, the Cycling community asked for a Bike Plan
100s of cyclists signed a petition
TXDOT and City said they could not make changes because there was not a Bike Plan in place
It took 3 years of work by Rep. Gattis and for TXDOT to include shoulders for bicycle access
Original plan was to put curbs on outside lanes, which would mean not shoulders
There are no alternative roadways for bicyclists to use; Must use Williams Drive
2003 Cyclists again asked for a Bike Plan
City said earliest Bike Plan would be 2004 or 2005 in a Williamson County Sun article, but did not happen
Bike Community again asked for a Bike Plan in February 2016
Requesting a memorial for Tommy Ketterhagen, as well as a bike plan
Georgetown is a great place to live
Limitations getting around Georgetown without using a car
Want to commute to downtown Georgetown with a bicycle
Continued sympathies to the Ketterhagen family
Rides thousands of miles per year
Georgetown has plenty of places to gather with friends
Bicyclists would rather ride than drive a car
This is good for businesses on the square
Bicyclists are an indicator of safe streets
Would indicate that it is safe for pedestrians and walking pets
Safety plan in Georgetown for cyclists would make everyone aware
Students should be out of harm's way
Must make streets safe
Consider in 2018 budget
Promote healthy life style
Lots of riders on the roads
Start a discussion on the design of bike plan
Need to promote bike safety
More cyclists on road, it becomes safer
Bike lane markings and signage makes things safer
Remember Tommy Ketterhagen with a Memorial Bikeway
Help people to become more aware of cyclists
Help prevent another tragedy
Give back to the community
1000 people at Tommy's funeral
500 participants at Tommy's Memorial Ride starting at Eastview High School
700+ contributors to Tommy's GoFundMe account
Ghost bike installed at the site where Tommy died
Thanks given to Detective Kirby
Thanks to D.A. Shawn Dick, Dee and Sunni
Men's soccer clubs raised over $600
100s of meals, cards and letters
1000s praying for the Ketterhagen family and 100s of masses said
Make roads safer for the vulnerable cyclists
Improve bike infrastructure
Need a master bike plan
Motorists need to know where bikes are for safety
Bike plan saves money in the future
Good bike infrastructure is attractive for future residents
Bike infrastructure is important for high tech companies to come to Georgetown
Thanks to Tommy's friends here tonight
Need to be big on safety
Bike maps are important
Need more data
Cannot live in the past
More bikes means less traffic congestion and road maintenance
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.
P. 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. 551.074: Personnel Matters
- City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary and Municipal Judge: Consideration of the appointment, employment, evaluation,
reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal
Sec. 551.087: Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations
- Commercial Projects in the Following Areas
• 135 and University Avenue
• 135 and Southeast Inner Loop
Adjourn
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 7.05 PM.
Approved by the Georgetown City Council on 1 7
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