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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 10.10.2017 CC-RMinutes of Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas Tuesday, October 10, 2017 The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, October 10, 2013 at 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 E. 7`h 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 three (3) 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 6:00 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance, with the exception of Valerie Nicholson, Councilmember District 2. Mayor Dale Ross, Anna 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 - Kissiah Miller Proclamation - Native Plant Week Proclamation - Friends of the Library Proclamation City Council Regional Board Reports CAMPO Meeting will be Monday, October 16, 2017 Announcements Action from Executive Session Motion by Eby, second by Hesser, to authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire in fee simple the 0.044 -acre tract of land, and easement rights to the 0.044 -acre tract of land, being situated in the Nicholas Porter Survey, Abstract Number 497, as described in Agenda Item G, for the public purpose of constructing and improving a public roadway and public utility infrastructure. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine 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, September 26, 2017 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary C. Consideration and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Georgetown and Capital Area Emergency Communications District for Public Safety Answering Point Maintenance, Equipment and Training in an amount not to exceed $3,000.00 -- Wayne Nero, Police Chief D. Consideration and possible action to approve an appropriation of $135,000.00 to Tyler Technologies for IT software maintenance expenses for the Incode software system (Financial, Court and Utility Billing software) - - Chris Bryce, Director of Information Technology E. Consideration and possible action to approve the annual payment for the operation of the county wide radio communications system to Williamson County in the amount of $185,988.00 -- Stan Hohman, Fleet Services Manager F. Consideration and possible action to grant a Temporary Construction Easement to the Lofts on Rock, LLC for use during construction on the property at 810 Rock St. --Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator G. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution finding public convenience and necessity and authorizing eminent domain proceedings, if necessary, for acquisition of real property to effectuate certain public improvements in connection with Rivery Boulevard Extension Project -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator H. Forward from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of a 2016 Dodge 5500 -Diesel transitional response vehicles (TRVs) Demo Unit from Dallas Dodge Chrysler Jeep through the Buy -Board Contract #492-15, purchase price not to exceed $220,000.00 -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief i. Forward from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of emergency medical supplies from Life -Assist established through a competitive RFP process at a cost not to exceed $175,000.00, for the remainder of fiscal year 2017-2018 -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief J. Forward from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of emergency medical supplies from Henry Schein, Inc. established through a competitive RFP process at a cost not to exceed $75,000.00 for the remainder of fiscal year 2017-2018 -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief K. Forward from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve the renewal for Emergency Medical Transport Billing and Collections Services Agreement with Emergicon, LLC -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief L. Forward from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve a contract for irrigation system services for City owned facilities with American Irrigation of Georgetown, Texas for a period of one year with an estimated amount of $60,000.00 with the option to renew for four additional one year periods and an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 over five years -- Eric Nuner, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation M. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to award LED Street Lights ITB No. 201738 Group B to Ringdale Inc. of Georgetown, TX, in the estimated amount of $150,000.00 -- Glenn W. Dishong, Utility Director N. Forwarded from the Library Advisory Board (LAB): Consideration and possible action authorizing library staff to purchase books from Ingram, Inc. in a total amount not to exceed $140,000.00 for fiscal year 2017-2018 -- Eric Lashley, Library Motion by Jonrowe, second by Fought, to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) Legislative Regular Agenda O. Public Hearing and Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning 0.07 acres, Part of Lot 3, Block 9 of the Glasscock Addition, located at 806 S. Myrtle, from the Residential Single -Family (RS) and Old Town Overlay to Mixed Use Downtown and Downtown Overlay Districts -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Nat Waggoner, Long Term Planning Manager, spoke on the rezoning request for a property located at 806 S. Myrtle. He explained that the first reading had been in September and the request is to rezone the property to mixed use downtown zoning. Waggoner gave the history of this property as asked by Mayor Ross at a prior meeting. Waggoner explained that the house was built in 1903 and had been used as a carriage house. He said that it later became an auto repair shop and, in the 1950s mistletoe was sold here. Waggoner said the building was zoned commercial property after that for a storage facility and was later converted to residential zoning. Waggoner explained that staff has not been directed to expand or detract from the transition zone. Waggoner read the caption. Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.26 PM. No persons had signed up to speak on the item. Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 6.26 PM. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item O Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) P. Discussion and possible action regarding easement agreements to enable and benefit development in and adjacent to the Water Oaks Subdivision -- Wayne Reed, Assistant City Manager Wayne Reed, Assistant City Manager, spoke on easement agreements for the Water Oaks Subdivision. Reed provided an update on the Water Oak easements, as directed by Council to be placed on the October 10, 2017 agenda. Reed noted that the property owners and banks have very recently signed the easement agreements and he has been told they are in transit to the City. Reed said he is recommending the Council approve the easement agreements at this meeting so that they can be signed when the City has received the approved versions and they have been verified. Reed read the caption. Motion by Eby, second by Gipson, to approve Item P. Councilmember Fought asked why there was a hurry. Reed said it would need to be placed on a future agenda, if not approved tonight. City Manager, David Morgan, said the property is in bankruptcy and the developer, bank and property owners are trying to get the easements done as soon as possible, so Council action would be helpful. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) Q. Consideration and possible action to approve contracting for Mowing Services with Abescape Group, LLC (City -owned Rights -of -Way) for $79,918.32 per year; Maldonado Nursery and Landscaping (IH -35 Corridor & TxDOT Rights -of -Way) for $47,610.00 per year; and Elk Ridge Construction, LLC (Water & Wastewater Collection/Distribution Stations) for $58,558.00 per year, with an option to renew each contract for up to four years -- Jackson Daly, Assistant to the City Manager and Rosemary Ledesma, Purchasing Manager Jack Daly, Assistant to the City Manager, spoke on mowing contracts with the City. Daly read the caption. He said this had originally been brought to Council in April and Council directed staff to move forward with efforts to improve the maintenance of City -owned Gateways. Daly explained that the project had to be rebid when one vendor did not fulfill the contract. He noted that the numbers from the rebid had come in a little higher and so it is not possible to cover everything with contracted services and In-house mowing will need to be reduced, which will be discussed at a future meeting. Daly said improvement will still be seen and noticeable. Councilmember Jonrowe asked if there are provisions in the contracts that allow native plants to go to seed. Daly confirmed. He said the more sensitive areas are mowed and maintained in house and contractors are advised, as well. Jonrowe asked if these contractors are new to the City. Daly said that Abescape and Maldonado are new, but all of the contractors have excellent reputations. Jonrowe encouraged everyone to be particularly diligent regarding native species. Councilmember Gipson asked if the contractors are local businesses. Daly said Abescape is local, Maldonao is out of San Antonio and Elk Ridge is in Wimberly, Texas. Daly said the bid invited 163 vendors and received 5 bids. Gipson said he would like to always encourage going local, when possible. Morgan said the City does have requirements to accept the low bid when the vendor meets qualifications. He said the City has a policy to educate local vendors in the bidding process and the City is currently providing an education portion on this through the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Ross asked about having to accept the lowest bids and how this works. Daly said there is a 5% flexibility clause that allows the City to work with local vendors. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Gipson, to approve Item Q. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) R. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution placing names in nomination for the election of Directors for the Williamson Central Appraisal District (WCAD) -- Shirley J. Rinn, Executive Assistant to the City Manager and David Morgan, City Manager Shirley Rinn, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, spoke on the annual request to provide nominations for the Election of Directors for the Williamson County Appraisal District. She explained how the nominations have traditionally been handled among the City Council, GISD and WCAD. Rinn said that Harry Gibbs and Deborah Hunt had been elected last year, but the Hunt is not seeking another term. Rinn said that the current nominees include Harry Gibbs, Rufus Honeycutt and Charles Chadwell. She noted that a ballot will come to the City Council in November for their action and tonight they are only asked to vote to approve the names being placed in nomination. Rinn read the caption. Mayor Ross asked what the Council would be voting on. Rinn said they would be voting on whether to approve the aforementioned names for nomination to be placed on the ballot. Councilmember Gipson said it is important to support GISD in these matters. Motion by Gipson, second by Fought, to approve Item R, with the nominations of Harry Gibbs, Rufus Honeycutt and Charles Chadwell. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) S. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for Electric and Public Works capital improvements; the purchase of public safety vehicles and radio equipment, and costs associated with various facility, downtown, and park improvements; in an amount not to exceed $23,831,000.00 with proceeds from bonds that will be issued at a later time -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Leigh Wallace, Finance Director, provided an explanation of the Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for electric and public works capital improvements, the purchase of public safety vehicles and radio equipment and costs associated with various facility, downtown and park improvements. She explained that the City uses cash on hand and then pays the City back with bond proceeds in the spring, which are estimated to be up to $23 million. Wallace noted that this does not commit the City, if changes occur. Wallace read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson, to approve Item S. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) T. Consideration and possible action to approve an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Georgetown, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2017: Authorizing the levy of an ad valorem tax in support of the bonds; Approving an official statement, a paying agent/registrar agreement, a purchase agreement, and an escrow agreement; Establishing procedures for selling and delivery of the bonds; and authorizing other matters relating to the bonds -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director (action required) Finance Director, Leigh Wallace, spoke on the Ordinance authorizing Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2017. Wallace read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item T Councilmember Hesser asked about the balance. Jennifer Douglas, a City Financial Advisor from Specialized Public Finance, said that $17.5 million dollars is authorized, in case interest rates drop, but she would expect to refinance $6.5 million, a savings to the City of $100,000 per year until 2029. Douglas said the savings is estimated to be $675,000. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) U. First Reading of an Ordinance amending chapter 10.04 entitled "Riding of Unicycles, Bicycles, Velocipedes and Similar Non -Motor Assisted Vehicles;" amending section 10.04.010 entitled "Duties and Authority of the Traffic Engineer" relating to designation of fifteen (15) minute parking zones; amending section 10.16.150 entitled "Downtown Parking Zone;" adding section 10.16.085 entitled "Fifteen Minute Parking Zone;" and directing the Traffic Engineer to erect appropriate signs indicating such zones -- Mark Miller, Transportation Services Manager and Octavio Garza, Public Works Director (action required) Octavio Garza, Public Works Director, spoke on the proposed amendments to Chapter 10.04 regarding the duties and authority of the traffic engineer in regard to downtown parking zones and 15 minute parking zones. He explained that this item comes from the presentation on the subject provided by Jack Daly at the earlier City Council Workshop meeting. Motion by Fought, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item U Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) V. Forwarded from the Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB): Second Reading of Airport Ordinance 12.32. — Georgetown Municipal Airport Use Regulations -- Russ Volk, C.M., Airport Manager and Octavio A. Garza, P.E., C.P.M., Public Works Director (action required) Airport Manager, Russ Volk, spoke on the Georgetown Municipal Airport Use Regulations. He noted that the Item saw its first reading at the September 26, 2017 City Council meeting. Volk read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gipson, to approve Item V. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) W. Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 5 acres in the William Roberts Survey, located near the intersection of Shell Road and SH -195, from the Agriculture (AG) District to the Regional Commercial (C-3) District -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the rezoning request for property located near the intersection of Shell Road an SH 195. She explained that the information had been reviewed at the last meeting and noted that the applicant was present for questions. Nelson said a Special Use Permit request would be coming at a future date. Nelson noted that 8 property owners were notified as part of the state required notification. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Gipson, to approve Item W. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) X. Second Reading of an Ordinance for a Special Use Permit to allow an automotive sales facility located at 2030 S. Austin Avenue and within the General Commercial (C-3) District, to be known as Alan's Auto Sales -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the request for a Special Use Permit for property located at 2030 S Austin to be known as Alan's Auto Sales. Nelson described a 3 year time limit on the Special Use Permit. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez to approve Item X. Mayor Ross explained why some of these items seem to go swiftly. He said that the City Council generally has heard the information many times, prior to taking action. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) Y. Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning 0.17 acres, Lot Z, Block 3 of the Whittle Addition, located at 309 S. Main, from the Residential (RS) Single Family District in the Downtown Overlay to the Mixed Use Development - Downtown (MU -DT) District in the Downtown Overlay -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Nat Waggoner, Long Term Planning Manager, spoke on the rezoning request for property located at 309 S. Main Street. He said that the information was originally discussed in September. Waggoner provided a location map and zoning map. He spoke on the buffer yards and set -backs in place to mitigate the mix of commercial and residential properties. Waggoner provided a street and aerial view. Waggoner spoke on the criteria for Mixed -Use Downtown Zoning and provided images and descriptions of the Downtown Master Plan. w� rraraw LT. r' s a ■=' _.--- r •w 4p I Waggoner provided the UDC Criteria for the zoning changes and said that it was found to be consistent by the Unified Development Code Advisory Committee and received a unanimous approval from the Planning & Zoning Commission. Waggoner read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Eby, to approve Item Y. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) Z. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending certain provisions of the Unified Development Code Section 7.03.020- Non -Residential Lot and Dimensional Standards to amend the maximum height permitted in C-3 zoning from 45' to 60'-- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the ordinance amending the Unified Development Code for the maximum height permitted in C-3 zoning to change from 45' to 60'. She said that the next 2 items pertained to Unified Development Code amendments. Nelson spoke on the proposal to increase height restrictions in order to accommodate interest. Nelson said she would answer the questions that were posed by the Council at the first reading of this item • Where are the C-3 properties located? • Where is the Courthouse View Corridor located? • Buffer requirements for C-3 properties adjacent to properties zoned RS Nelson provided a C-3 zoning map showing the properties in red. She provided a Courthouse view corridor map and explained that analysis takes place parcel by parcel to insure that the order is followed. Nelson spoke next on C-3 buffer requirements and C-3 setbacks Non -Residential Zoning Districts Dimension CN C-1 C-3 OF BP IN PF MU -DT District Size min 5 20 acreage Lit'A'Ath, minimum feet 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 25 Frent'Street Setback, 20 25 25 25 25 25 25 0 min feel Side Setback to Residenual District, 10 15 15 15 20 25 15 0 min. feet Rear Setback, min feet 0 0 10 0 0 1.0 0 0 Rear Setback to Residential District, 20 25 25 25 2.5 35 25 0 min. feet Ruiid,ng Height, max 30 35 45 45 60 c0 45 40 feet Nelson noted that the UDC Advisory Committee and the Planning & Zoning Commission had recommended approval of the amendment. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Eby, to approve Item Z. Councilmember Jonrowe thanked Nelson for the follow up information and asked if the UDC Advisory Committee had discussed increasing the buffer. Nelson said there had been discussion and the board had decided the buffer requirements were sufficient. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) AA. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending certain provisions of the Unified Development Code Section 5.04.010- commercial uses allowed by district and 5.04.020- commercial use limitations to amend standards for fuel stations -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required) Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the ordinance amending the Unified Development Code for standards for fuel stations. She provided information on the highlights of the Current Code and highlights of the Proposed Code. Maximum of 10 fuel stations or 20 pumps Option 1- The property is located on a comer of a major arterial roadway and a major collector or higher level roadway as classified in the Overall Transportation Plan (OTP). Option 2- The proposed fuel sales establishment is an accessory use to a commercial development such as a grocery store or retail center with a gross floor area of 50,000 square feet or more: or Option 3- The property is adjacent to the SH 130 Toll or IH -35 roadways Nelson explained that the City has increased the size of buildings. She said that recently staff has been working through the Randalls development. She noted that a C1 zone would be limited to 4 fuel pumps and staff needed to prioritize the fuel stations. Nelson said that a Special Use Permit would be required to go beyond 20 fuel pump positions in a C-3 zoning district and would need to come before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Fought, second by Gipson, to approve Item AA. Approved: 6-0 (Nicholson absent) AB. First Reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 2.20 entitled "Ethics" of the Code of Ordinance of the City of Georgetown relating to ethics rules applicable to city officials; repealing conflicting ordinances and resolutions; providing a severability clause; providing for a penalty as stated in Section 1.08.010 of the Code of Ordinances; providing for publication and setting an effective date -- Charlie McNabb, City Attorney (action required) City Attorney, Charlie McNabb, spoke on proposed amendments to the City's Ethics Ordinance. He explained that, at the September 26, 2017 meeting, the Council took action to delete anything in the local ethics ordinance that is in addition to the state statutes. He spoke of the revised ordinance that has been written and said he listed the many state statutes that cover similar issues. McNabb said he did not remove the application of who this applies to because it was not clear that Council wanted to remove the application to boards and commissions and other officials that are covered, which are not covered in the state statutes. McNabb explained that the primary requirement left is for a city official to file an affidavit with the City Secretary if he or she has a conflict and to abstain from further participation in that matter. He explained that this would be inconsistent with state statute. McNabb said instead of a procedure for an Ethics Commission, violations would be a municipal misdemeanor, punishable by a fine. McNabb read the caption. Councilmember Gonzalez asked if the Ethics Commission could be left in place. McNabb said it is not in the state statute and the only thing in their jurisdiction is the filing of conflicts of interest and abstaining from the conflicted matter. Gonzalez asked if the Ethics Commission could be added back later. McNabb confirmed that it could. Councilmember Jonrowe asked if the Ethics Commission has been advised of a disillusion of their board. McNabb said the board had not been notified because this was brought forward by Council direction. He mentioned an email that had been sent to the City Secretary from an Ethics Commission member, which had been forwarded to the City Council. Jonrowe asked what process would be used if a citizen found a violation of the state code of ethics. McNabb said it would require a complaint filed with the district attorney or police department. Jonrowe said that would mean relying on a single citizen rather than a citizen commission. McNabb said the proceeding would be before a court. McNabb said it would be processed by the district attorney and prosecutors have discretion to decide if a complaint or offense is valid or not. Jonrowe asked about unique things to the local ethics ordinance and inquired about the 1s' degree and 2nd degree of relationship. McNabb explained that state statute uses 1st degree and the City ordinance had used 2nd degree. Jonrowe asked about the provision that states that decision makers may not appear before the body making the decision to advocate for something that is not related to their homestead and if it was unique to the local ordinance. McNabb confirmed and said it is not in the state statute. Jonrowe asked about a surety provision. McNabb said it is already in state provisions. McNabb said it does not allow one to act as a guarantor. Jonrowe asked about receiving gifts. McNabb said these provisions are contained in the state ethics laws and criminal laws related to abuse of office. McNabb said there is no monetary limit, but that there are different levels of a misdemeanor. Councilmember Fought said he is in support of Councilmember Gonzalez's recommendations and there are a few things that could be added later. He said that he would be in favor of leaving the Ethics Commission in place. Councilmember Hesser said there does not seem to be a problem with the way it is. He said he feels it makes sense to start over and add more. Hesser said these should be specifically looked at within the next 60 days. McNabb asked if this means an ad hoc commission should be appointed. Hesser said he would want to see defined gift amounts and is bothered by the accountability. He said it must be clear and accountable. Councilmember Eby said she feels like this is going in a wrong direction and is concerned. Eby said this a bad solution to a problem that does not exist. She said the only problem is the conflict of interest on the Planning & Zoning Commission and the fact that no action could be taken. Eby said, since there is a provision in state law for this, the City's Ethics Ordinance could be amended to address this issue, specifically. Eby reminded the Council that the Ethics Commission reviews the local ordinance on an annual basis and state law is not sufficient. Eby said she does not like that an individual would have to file a complaint with the District Attorney. She said she sees this as an opportunity to limit the council ethical obligations and it seems as though Council is throwing out the baby with the bath water. Eby said Georgetown should be held to a higher standard. She added that this is not addressing the existing problem and is not worthy of Georgetown. Councilmember Fought said Council should take a hard look at the Texas statutes and he does not object to Georgetown being stricter than the state. Fought said the provisions need to be clear and enforceable. He said that the state statutes are quantitatively defined and the local ordinance speaks on substantial economic interest and substantial financial interest. Fought then read the lengthy language from the local ordinance and said it was very vague and not clear to a sensible person. He explained that this is unfair and needs to be fixed. Fought said things need to be more specific not more vague. Fought spoke on the degrees of relationship. He noted that most people would not know what their 2nd degree relationships in their life were up to. Fought suggested starting with a list of what needs to get fixed. He said that the current local ordinance is not repairable. He said he knows that the entire Council agrees that ethics are important. He noted that things just need to be made clear and he is in favor of deleting and starting over. Jonrowe said she reads the ethics ordinance yearly and it is not overly hard to understand. She noted that the Ethics Commission from past years put in a lot of work to write the ordinance. She spoke on the appearance of impropriety and said that starting over gives the impression of impropriety. Jonrowe said that, for caution, this should be sent to the Ethics Commission for recommendations. Gonzalez said no one is suggesting that the Council is getting rid of ethics. He explained that this is about getting it in real terms that are understandable. Gonzalez said he is in favor of Councilmember Fought's suggestion of deleting and then adding specific language to get to where it needs to be. Gonzalez said this needs to be brought back within 60 days. He said the local ordinance is damaging to business owners and needs to be more protected. Gonzalez said the current language allows for too much interpretation. He suggested taking it to the legal department or Ethics Commission to see what can be added back with more understandable language. Motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez to approve Item AA. Amended motion by Gonzalez, second by Hesser to bring information to a committee composed of the current members of the Ethics Commission within 60 days for review and consideration of provisions to adopt above the state ethics laws. Amended Motion: Approved 4-2 (Eby, Jonrowe opposed, Nicholson absent) Original Motion: Approved 4-2 (Eby, Jonrowe opposed, Nicholson absent) Project Updates AC. 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 discuss. Morgan said a tour was taken to San Antonio to look at a new pavement application called nova chip. Morgan said that onyx pavement sealer was also observed. Councilmember Jonrowe thanked the Georgetown staff and the staff in San Antonio and said she had learned a lot. She explained that she is excited to add other materials and processes to road maintenance in Georgetown. She said she is excited to hear about the cost analysis and longevity estimates. Jonrowe said that the onyx could be an excellent material that is good for bikes, skate boards and pedestrians. Councilmember Fought said he agrees. He recognized Octavio Garza, Public Works Director, for his vast knowledge. He noted that Garza is able to take expert level information and convey it easily to amateurs. Fought said they had seen 3 products that could fit into the City's environment easily. He said that he, too, can't wait for the numbers to see if it will work well financially. Fought said he had asked the San Antonio experts when they would recommend chip seal and was told that they would not recommend it under any circumstance for residential streets. City Manager, David Morgan, said staff will have the data to the Council soon. Morgan also spoke on the recent groundbreaking ceremony on Inner Loop, with turn lanes at Rock Ride and the County building. He spoke on the public partnership made possible with GISD and said this is a good example of a community partnership. 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. AD. - As of the deadline, no persons were signed up to speak on items other than what was posted on the agenda 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. AE. 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 about Real Property - Parcel 15 (1603 Northwest Boulevard), Discussion of an Appraisal and Amended Offer, Rivery Boulevard Extension Project -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator - Matter related to the granting of a Temporary Construction Easement, Rock and V Streets -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator 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 - City Manager Work Plan Sec. 551:087: Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations - Project Cat Update Adjournment Motion by Fought, second by Gipson, to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 7.40 PM. Approved by the Georgetown City Council on I h l a y � a 01 Z Date *1", Dale Ross, Mayor Attest: City Sec y