HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 12.12.2017 CC-RMinutes of a Meeting of the
Governing Body of the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, December 12, 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. Mayor Dale Ross,
Anna Eby, District 1, Valerie Nicholson, District 2, 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
City Council Regional Board Reports
Gonzalez visited solar plant in for
Announcements
- City Boards & Commissions Accepting Applications
- Swim with Santa
- Cupid's Chase
Action from Executive Session
No motions were made from Executive Session.
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, November 28, 2017 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
C. Consideration and possible action to approve the reappointment of Edward G. Polasek to the CAMPO
Technical Advisory Committee and the appointment of Octavio Garza as an alternate member and authorize
the Mayor to sign the CAMPO TAC Appointment Form -- Edward G. Polasek, AICP, Transportation Planning
Coordinator
D. Consideration and possible action to approve a contract between the City of Georgetown and Motorola
Solutions for radio maintenance, support, and/or other services in an amount not to exceed $59,803.80 --
Cory J. Tchida, Assistant Chief of Police
E. Consideration and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2017 Emergency Management Performance
Grant (EMPG) awarded to the City of Georgetown, Texas by the Texas Division of Emergency Management -
- Chad Berg, Emergency Management Coordinator
F. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing a payment of $175,231.00 for the City's
pro -rata portion of the cost of operation of the Williamson Central Appraisal District — Paul Diaz, Budget
Manager
G. Consideration and possible action to approve an inter -local agreement between the Brazos River Authority,
Williamson County, City of Round Rock, Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District, and the City of
Georgetown regarding relocation of certain water system improvements -- Glenn W. Dishong, Utility Director
H. Consideration and possible action to approve an amendment to the Holt Cat Agreement -- Michaela Dollar,
Director of Economic Development
I. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS) Advisory Board:
Consideration and possible action to renew the Tree Trimming and Vegetation Management Contract to
National Tree Expert Company, Inc., of Burnet, Texas, in the estimated amount of $280,000.00 -- Glenn W.
Dishong, Utilities Director
J. Forwarded from the Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB):
Consideration and possible action to approve a professional services agreement with Atrium Real Estate
Services to provide real property appraisal services, in the amount of $51,500.00, on the Northwest
Boulevard project -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator
K. 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 -
Elaine Wilson, Controller
L. Forwarded from the General Government and Finance (GGAF) Advisory Board:
Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of a Dodge 4500 -Diesel transitional response
vehicle (TRV) from Mac Haik Dodge Chrysler Jeep in Houston Texas through the Buy -Board Contract #492-
15 for a purchase price not to exceed $300,000.00 -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief
Motion by Fought, second by Nicholson, to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety.
Approved: 7-0
Mayor Ross announced that Item S had been pulled from the agenda.
Legislative Regular Agenda
M. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 120.5 acres in the Lewis P.
Dyches Survey, located at the southwest corner of Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County Road 245 from
Agricultural (AG) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with General Commercial (C-3), High Density
Multifamily (MF -2), Low Density Multifamily (MF -1), Townhome (TH), Two -Family (TF) and Residential Single -
Family (RS) base zoning, to be known as Highland Village -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a rezoning request for 120.5 acres located at the southwest corner of
Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County Road 245. She said this item and the next 2 items for rezoning are connected.
Nelson said the three rezoning requests are for Highland Village, a Sun City PUD Amendment and Somerset
Hills.
Nelson provided a Project Overview:
e Location
Background
• Summary of Proposals
0 Sun City Amendment
o Highland Village
o Somerset Hills
• Approval Criteria
• Public Notification
• Requested Action
Nelson provided a map of the overall area and described the background.
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• Existing Development Agreement
o One original owner/Now three owners
o Land Use Entitlements
o Utility/City Services Commitments
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• Intent/Goals
o Bring into the City's full -purpose jurisdiction
o Orderly & predictable development
o Separate ownership & preserve entitlements
Nelson provided a map of the Development Agreement Land Use and described the uses. She noted that it
would be mainly residential.
Nelson explained that the Sun City PUD Amendment was a request to remove 20 acres of commercial use and
add 50 single family units and 10 multi -family units.
Nelson spoke on Highland Village and Somerset Hills and provided land use maps. She spoke on a tree
preserve, as well.
Highland Village:
• Land Use
o C-3; MF -2; MF -1; TH; TF; Rs
o Additional prohibited uses (I.e. firing range, flea market, etc.)
o Max 800 dwelling units
0 30 acres of commercial
• Architectural Standards
o Improved masonry for residential & non-residential
0 Articulation/fagade variation/boundary wall & landscape buffer
• ParklandfTrails/Open Space
0 Minimum 3 acre park; trails; park amenities
0 HOA maintained
o Fee in lieu for multi -family
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Nelson explained that the Sun City PUD Amendment was a request to remove 20 acres of commercial use and
add 50 single family units and 10 multi -family units.
Nelson spoke on Highland Village and Somerset Hills and provided land use maps. She spoke on a tree
preserve, as well.
Highland Village:
• Land Use
o C-3; MF -2; MF -1; TH; TF; Rs
o Additional prohibited uses (I.e. firing range, flea market, etc.)
o Max 800 dwelling units
0 30 acres of commercial
• Architectural Standards
o Improved masonry for residential & non-residential
0 Articulation/fagade variation/boundary wall & landscape buffer
• ParklandfTrails/Open Space
0 Minimum 3 acre park; trails; park amenities
0 HOA maintained
o Fee in lieu for multi -family
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o C-3, MF -1, RS
0 Additional prohibited uses (i.e. firing range, flea market, etc.0
0 Max. 830 SF units/800 MF units
0 42 acres of commercial
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Nelson said that the criteria for PUDs had been reviewed and the projects comply_
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 X
traffic, to include facilities such as roadways,
bicycle ways, and pedestrian walkways;
The provisions of cultural or recreational
facilities for all segments of the community; X
The staging of development in a manner
which can be accommodated by the timely X
provision of public utilities, facilities, and
services.
Nelson described the Public Notice process for the properties.
• Sun City PUD Amendment
o Advertised in Sun; 257 letter mailed; signs posted on site
• Highland Village
o Advertised in Sun; no letters required; signs posted on site
• Somerset Hills
o Advertised in Sun; 2 letters mailed; signs posted on site
Nelson noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with the following conditions.
• Sun City PUD Amendment — P&Z recommended approval (7-0)
■ Highland Village — P&Z recommended approval with the condition that minor modifications are 10% or less
in size (7-0)
• Somerset Hills — P&Z recommended approval with the condition that minor modifications are 10% or less in
size (7-0)
Nelson explained the requested action of Council would be to conduct 3 separate public hearings and to vote on
three separate 1st readings.
Nelson read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.21 PM. No persons signed up to speak on Item M. Mayor Ross
closed the Public Hearing at 6.21 PM.
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to approve Item M.
Approved: 7-0
N. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 768.9 acres in the Lewis P.
Dyches Survey, located generally at the southeast corner of Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County Road
245 from Planned Unit Development (PUD) with General Commercial (C-3) and Residential Single -Family
(RS) base zoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with Residential Single -Family (RS) base zoning, to
be known as Sun City PUD Amendment -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a rezoning request for 768.9 acres located generally at the southwest
corner of Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County Road 245 to be known as Sun City PUD Amendment.
Nelson read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.24 PM. No persons signed up to speak on Item N. Mayor Ross
closed the Public Hearing at 6.24 PM.
Motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item N.
Approved: 7-0
O. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 377.6 acres in the Lewis P.
Dyches Survey and Frederick Foy Surveys, located at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County
Road 245 from Agricultural (AG) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with General Commercial (C-3), Low
Density Multifamily (MF -1), and Residential Single -Family (RS) base zoning, to be known as Somerset Hills --
Sofia Nelson, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a rezoning request for 377.6 acres located at the intersection of
Ronald Reagan Blvd. and County Road 245 to be known as Somerset Hills.
Nelson read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.25 PM. No persons signed up to speak on Item O. Mayor Ross
closed the Public Hearing at 6.25 PM.
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to approve Item O.
Approved: 7-0
P. Consideration and possible action to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with
The Lawrence Group of Austin, Inc. executed on June 9th, 2015 for the Downtown West Civic Center
Project, establishing a fixed fee for premium services and removing Historic Light and Waterworks
Building Concept and Festival Space Concept, for a new total estimated design fee of $1,404,545.83,
including Programming, Basic Services, Premium Basic Services and Sign Master Plan -- Eric Johnson,
CIP Manager and Laurie Brewer, Assistant City Manager
Eric Johnson, the City's CIP Manager, spoke on the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with
the Lawrence Group. He explained that the Lawrence Group is the architect for the Downtown West project.
Johnson read the caption.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Gipson, to approve Item P.
Approved: 7-0
Q. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution casting City of Georgetown votes for the election of
the Williamson Central Appraisal District (WCAD) Board of Directors -- 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 election of the Williamson Central Appraisal
District (WCAD) Board of Directors. She explained that the City generally works together with GISD and
Williamson County on the recommendations of candidates. Rinn explained that the three candidates suggested
for the WCAD Board would be Charles Chadwell, Harry Gibbs and Rufus Honeycutt.
Rinn read the caption.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Gipson, to approve the Resolution, recommending the election of Chadwell,
Gibbs and Honeycutt to the Williamson Central Appraisal District (WCAD) Board of Directors.
It was mentioned that there is a total of 110 votes, so it is not possible to split the votes equally among the 3
candidates.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Jonrowe to reconsider and approve the candidate selection with the extra votes
going to Charles Chadwell.
Charles Chadwell: 38
Harry Gibbs: 36
Rufus Honeycutt: 36
Approved: 7-0
R. Consideration and possible action to prioritize areas for possible involuntary annexation, including soliciting
voluntary annexations, initiating exempted annexations and approval of a Resolution adopting and approving
a municipal annexation plan consistent with Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code -- Sofia Nelson,
Planning Director
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on the prioritization for possible annexation. She asked Council to name
areas they would like to consider from the list provided at the earlier workshop meeting.
Motion by Gonzalez to include annexation for the Indian Creek and Crystal Knolls developments, as well as the 4
corridors discussed at the earlier workshop meeting (Shell Road, 135 North of Westinghouse, Inner Loop east of
135 and west of 1460 and FM1460 south of Inner Loop and north of Westinghouse).
The motion died for lack of a second. City Manager, David Morgan, explained that no further action is
necessary.
S. Consideration and action on a Water Services Agreement with the Oaks at San Gabriel -- Wesley Wright,
P.E., Systems Engineering Director
At the beginning of the meeting, Mayor Ross announced that Item S had been pulled from the agenda
T. Consideration and possible action to approve a Water Services Agreement with Orchard Ridge -- Wesley
Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
Systems Engineering Director, Wesley Wright, spoke on a Water Services Agreement with Orchard Ridge. He
explained that the City inherited 20 to 25 water agreements when it acquired Chisholm Trail. Wright said that the
developers holding those agreements would like new water agreements. He noted that this is the first of the
proposed agreements and the purpose is to bring the business model in line with the City.
Wright read the caption.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Hesser, to approve Item T.
Approved: 7-0
U. Consideration and possible action to approve Change Order #1 to Jordan Foster Construction in the amount
of $114,077.58 for construction improvements associated with the Southwest Bypass, Phase 1 -- Wesley
Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
Systems Engineering Director, Wesley Wright, spoke on a change order to Jordan Foster Construction for
construction improvements on the Southwest Bypass. He said this is for a section connecting to the 135 service
road near Texas Crushed Stone and would be reimbursed by the County at 100%. Wright noted that the change
order will add a small street stub to more correctly connect with Inner Loop, for regional projects. He explained
that both staff and Williamson County support the change.
Wright read the caption.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Eby, to approve Item U
Approved: 7-0
V. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order CDM -18-002 with CDM Smith, Inc. of Austin, Texas,
for professional services related to Braun Elevated Storage Tank; Park Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
Ground Storage Tank (GST) and Lime Silo Demolition, Woods Pump Station (PS) Ground Storage Tank
(GST) Demolition, and Southside Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Ground Storage Tank (GST)
Rehabilitation; and Lake Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Sodium Permanganate Storage and Feed System
Improvements in the amount of $518,633.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
Systems Engineering Director, Wesley Wright, spoke on a Task Order with CDM Smith for several projects. He
explained that this would be a design task order for improved water storage because of the City's tremendous
growth. Wright said that these are accounted for in the master plan and described each.
Wright read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Gipson, to approve Item V.
Approved: 7-0
W. Forwarded from the Georgetown Economic Development Corporation (GEDCO):
Consideration and possible action to approve an Asset Purchase Agreement between the Georgetown
Economic Development Corporation (GEDCO), the City of Georgetown, and Texas Life -Sciences
Collaboration Center, Inc. -- Wayne Reed, Assistant City Manager, and Michaela Dollar, Economic
Development Director
Assistant City Manager, Wayne Reed, spoke on an Asset Purchase Agreement with GEDCO, the City and Texas
Life Sciences. He explained that the asset purchase agreement would have GEDCO provide a one-time
payment of $140,000 toward a loan taken by TLCC. He explained that in addition to Council approval the
request would require GEDCO approval, as well.
Councilmember Hesser asked if GEDCO had approved the request. Reed said that GEDCO had not yet met to
take action on the request but would be meeting on Friday. Hesser asked about the amount. Reed said the
GEDCO contribution would pay off $140,000 of a loan for TLCC and TLCC would pay off the balance with their
available funds on hand, approximately $31,000. Hesser asked about the appraisal on their equipment. Reed
said the appraisal has not yet been received, but Dr. Douglas estimated a worth of $250,000 for the equipment.
Hesser said TLCC has not lived up to their agreement and the City has spent too much money and not yet
benefited. Hesser said he would not support this proposal.
Reed read the caption.
Motion by Fought, second by Nicholson, to approve Item W. pending approval by GEDCO.
Councilmember Fought said this will preserve the brand name, even though it has not had the best outcome
Gipson asked if GEDCO has a solid plan for moving forward. Michaela Dollar, the Economic Development
Director said was discussed in Executive Session and the brand and equipment would be used as a recruitment
tool for the life sciences sector.
Approved: 5-2 (Hesser, Gonzalez opposed)
X. First Reading of an Ordinance amending the FY2018 Annual Budget due to conditions that resulted in new
program requirements in the current year, and excess fund balance at the end of FY2017 due to the timing
of capital projects and other expenditures approved in the prior year; appropriating the 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 amendments to the FY2018 Annual Budget and the CIP Roll Forward
projects. He explained that this represents projects budgeted in 2017 that will be spent in 2018.
He spoke first on the General Fund Proposed Amendment
• Transportation/Street projects of $866,096
• Planning Department: Comp Plan Update and Housing Feasibility Study
• Downtown Parking Contract for $37,000
The Proposed Amendments for the EMS Fund were shown next:
• Recognize $235,100 in new revenue for peak unit transports and TASPP reimbursement
• Increase expenses by $349,370 for four new firefighters beginning in January 2018
Diaz described the Proposed Amendments for the Water Fund
• Roll forward of major CIP projects totaling 454,895,369.
o CR 255 (WD14-2)
o Sun City Elevated Storage Tank
o Park Lift Station & Force Main
o Water Mains
o Shell Road Water Line
o Berry Creek Interceptor (BC -4-6) & (BC1 — 3)
Diaz spoke on the Proposed Amendment for the GCP Fund and Downtown West (CIP not Utilities)
• Roll funds for Downtown West project
• Roll dedicated Special Revenues Funds into the Downtown West Project
o PEG Fees: $442,914
o Court Technology: $20,000
o Tree Fund: $15,000
o Parkland: $85,000
• Bond proceeds transfer to fleet for Peak TRV Unit
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Motion by Nicholson, second by Fought to approve Item X.
Approved: 7-0
Y. Second Reading of an Ordinance establishing the classifications and number of positions (Strength of
Force) for all the City of Georgetown Fire Fighters and Police Officers pursuant to Chapter 143 of the Texas
Local Government Code pertaining to Civil Service -- Tadd Phillips, Human Resources Director (action
required)
Elliott Harper, Human Resource Generalist and Deputy Civil Service Director, spoke on the Strength of Force
ordinance. He explained that this was a second reading of an ordinance that would add 4 firefighter positions in
the City.
Harper read the caption.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Nicholson, to approve the Ordinance.
Approved: 7-0
Z. Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning approximately 4.40 acres in the Fish Survey located at 4819
Williams Drive from the Neighborhood Commercial (CN) District, to Local Commercial (C-1) District --
Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a rezoning ordinance for property located at 4819 Williams Drive. She
provided a location map, future land use map and zoning map of the property in her presentation. She described
the location as Williams Drive at Penny Lane.
Nelson explained that many comments and concerns with the property, expressed at the last Council meeting,
have been addressed. She noted that City engineers and other staff had reviewed the detention pond and found
it to be in compliance. Nelson said the Planning Department hosted a neighborhood meeting and reviewed the
code information that is in place. She explained that most of the neighbors left satisfied, with a better
understanding of the rezoning request.
Nelson described the provisions for Local Commercial (C-1) zoning and provided a Lot Development Standards
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application is sufficient and correct X
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The zoning change is consistent with the X
Comprehensive Plan;
The zoning change promotes the health,
safety or general welfare of the City and X
the safe orderly, and healthful
development of the City;
The zoning change is compatible with the
present zoning and conforming uses of X
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The property to be rezoned Is suitable for
uses permitted by the district that would X
be applied by the proposed amendment.
Nelson noted that the Planning & Zoning Commission had recommended approval with a 7-0 vote on November
7, 2017 and that the City Council had taken action with unanimous approval at the first reading on November 28,
2017.
Nelson read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Gonzalez, to approve the Ordinance.
Councilmember Eby and Councilmember Hesser both thanked Nelson for clearing up the confusion by meeting
with the neighbors.
Approved: 7-0
AA. Second Reading of an Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) for an event facility in the Mixed -Use
Downtown zoning district for 0.33 acres out of the City of Georgetown Subdivision, Block 26, Lots 5-6 located
at 511 S. Main St. -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a Special Use Permit for an event facility at 511 Main St. She began
the presentation with Items under Consideration.
• SUP -2017-008 — Request for a Special Use Permit
o To allow an event facility in the Mixed -Use Downtown (MU -DT) zoning district
0 350 quests maximum
o Business hours of operation 7:00 am until 12:00 am
0 3 staff present during hours of operation
0 13 on -street parking spaces
Nelson noted that the property was located at Main Street and Sixth Street and she provided a location map,
zoning map and future land use map for the property.
Nelson spoke on the Comprehensive Plan and the Transition Zone and provided photos of the site.
Comprehensive Plan
In downtown Georgetown and our older neighborhoods
we have...
A Supported home-grown businesses and planned for an
optimal mix of businesses, services retail and entertainment suited to
the scale and historic charm of downtown
B Attracted or created an array of civic arts and other cultural
activities and events to expand the level of downtown activity
C Promoted downtown and in town housing including infill
mixed use and the creation of apartments and lofts over retail
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Previous Event Facility Special Use
Permits in the MUDT:
Number of guests
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Location of music, sound levels, inside dance lighting
Presence of owner during operation, Security officer requirement
Primary entrance, 30 ft. wide door to remain closed during operation
Prohibition of on street parking for adjacent local serving streets,
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Shared parking agreement
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• Public notice in the Williamson County Sun
• Staff received 2 written notices and 1 petition
0 1 in favor with reservations
0 9 opposed (38%)
0 1 general inquiry by email
Nelson explained that because of the percentage of opposition, Council's action would require a super majority
vote to be approved. She said that the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended approval without
conditions (6-1) and the Council had also recommended approval without conditions at the meeting held
November 28, 2017 (5-2) - first reading.
Nelson read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Fought to approve the request with the following conditions.
1. No outdoor amplification after 10:00 PM
2. Development required to meet 50% of the C3 parking standard for an event center in conformance with the
requirements of the UDC to include a provision to allow an alternative parking plan as permitted by the UDC
The projection system began having technical difficulties and Mayor Ross called for a short break while it was
being repaird. The meeting was resumed at 7.14 PM.
Persons signed up to speak on Item AA included: Larry Brundidge, Susan Brundidge, Winnann Ewing, Doug
Bryce and Rick Brock.
Comments and Concerns Voiced included:
Petition of impacted citizens
9 resident only 1 did not sign
1 person runs office and owns it
Complete denial of special use permit requested
Problems cannot be mitigated or regulated
8 generations of Ewings in the houses behind the property — 3 for a minimum of 20 years
Citizens take care of houses and pay taxes
Good neighbors
Support events such as Red Poppy, Christmas Swirl and others
Will affect property values
Bryce should be able to sell but this is not a good use
Business should serve citizens not citizens serve business
Heard that Union on 8th is moving to Main Street
Applicant runs Union on 8th
Mr. Bohls not an exemplary neighbor
Base speakers shake the building and the neighbors' homes
Parking for 350 occupants is equivalent to 175 cars
175 cars parked bumper to bumper is 10 football fields
Mayor for all the people has inspired many
Please take same view right now
Please do not approve
Family here since 1847
Spoke on history
This place grows —800,000 people in the County
Respects rights of people
Can't freeze frame a business
Has been run as a hotel for many, many years
Progress is what makes Georgetown and Williamson County
Parking lot across the street
City could provide a way to walk across the street
Only 1 block to county parking lot
Traffic light with a crosswalk could be helpful
Will disrupt the square
Can residents have special parking in front of their homes?
Who will be responsible for the safety of 350 people?
Event center would adjoin the cognitive facility
Are there measures in place to prevent violence?
EMS and Fire Trucks will have difficulty getting through
Noise abatement would need to be discussed and enforced.
Councilmember Jonrowe thanked the speakers and staff. She said that a private event usage is inappropriate
and asked her fellow Councilmembers to honor the people of her district. She explained that the usage would
not serve residents nearby as outlined in the master plan and is dissimilar to other projects or uses. Jonrowe
said that the proposed usage closely resembles what the master plan advises not to do. Jonrowe said many
serious concerns have been expressed. She said provisions could be made, but would never be able to do
enough.
Councilmember Eby said she agrees with Mr. Brundidge regarding the parking and noise concerns and would be
voting against approval if these conditions are not addressed. Eby asked Nelson about the parking, adding that
this is not like a restaurant, but is something quite different. Eby asked about the parking at Council Chambers,
the County parking lot and Monument Cafe parking. Eby explained that there needs to be time and thought to
best organizing parking conditions and the applicant would need to work with staff for a good parking plan.
Nelson spoke on the allowance in the UDC which provides for parking alternatives specifically for the historic
overlay district. She said that the shared parking agreements include on-street parking, off-site parking and an
agreement for shared parking. She explained that the historic preservation officer may approve a shared parking
agreement if the applicant protects the neighborhood.
Councilmember Eby said safety needs to be examined. She noted that everyone needs to work together for a
reasonable solution that works for everyone. Eby said she believes the use itself is appropriate, but the impact
on the neighborhood must be considered in the solutions. She said the property is within the downtown core and
has had a commercial use for a number of years. Eby said all must work together to make it a great venue.
Motion by Jonrowe to amend Councilmember Eby's motion to include:
1. No amplified music outdoors or after 10 PM.
2. Events limited to a maximum of 225 guests
3. Events shall not start prior to 9 AM and shall end no later than 10 Pm Sunday through Thursday and by 11
PM on Fridays and Saturdays
4. Music and entertainment shall stop by 9:45 PM Sunday through Thursday and by 10:45 PM on Fridays and
Saturdays
5. Alcohol beverages shall not be served after 9:30 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 PM Fridays and
Saturdays
6. A facility representative shall be required to be on site for all events
7. One security officer, employed by a private security firm, shall be required at any event exceeding 50 guests
and two required at events exceeding 100 guests.
8. Events serving alcohol shall require a state licensed and certified bartender
9. No direct retail sales of alcohol to the general public is permitted
10. Complimentary valet parking shall be provided for any events exceeding 75 guests
11. No dance style lighting will be allowed in exterior spaces and interior dance style lighting shall be obscured
from public view by the installation of adequate window coverings
12. Staff shall submit a comprehensive report to Council one year from the issuance of the special use permit,
which shall include all complaints made against the venue, all staff documentation of responses to such
complaints and any violations issued to the owner or operators. Council shall review this report and
determine whether or not the owner or operator is in compliance with all provisions of the special use permit
and vote to either continue or revoke the special use permit at that time
Amended Motion died for lack of a second.
Original Motion Approved: 6-1 (Jonrowe opposed).
AB. Second Reading of an Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) for multi-family, attached dwelling
units in the General Commercial (C-3) Zoning District on the property located at 1515 and 1531 Rivery Blvd
-- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director (action required)
Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, spoke on a Special Use Permit for multi -family attached dwelling units to be
located at 1515 and 1531 Rivery Blvd. She provided a location map, future land use, zoning map and the
concept plan.
Nelson described the Special Use Permit Approval Criteria
• The use is not detrimental to the health, welfare, and safety of the surrounding neighborhood
• The conceptual site layout, circulation plan, and design are harmonious with the character of the area
• The use does not negatively impact the City through impacts on public infrastructure
■ The use does not negatively impact the City through a creation with injurious or noxious impact
Nelson explained that staff had reviewed the guard gate request and found that, previously, fire code prohibited a
guard gate, but when amendments were made to the fire code in 2014 the provision was removed. She
explained that the guard gate was a fire code provision and not a UDC provision. Nelson said in 2017 the UDC
established queuing requirements, which established that cars were not stacking on the street, but rather
stacking on the property itself.
Nelson spoke on staff findings.
• The proposed use is compatible with the surrounding uses that include multi -family, retail, personal services
and entertainment
• The proposed use will bring additional density to the area to further support the surrounding uses and
development
■ The proposed development is harmonious with the character of the surrounding area.
• The proposed project will increase housing choices, as well as create more walkable and bike -able
opportunities for residents consistent with the original intent of the Rivery development.
Nelson noted that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval unanimously at their meeting held
November 7, 2017 and the City Council gave unanimous approval at their meeting on November 28, 2017.
Nelson read the caption.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Gipson, to approve the Item AB.
Jonrowe asked Nelson if the applicant had voluntarily removed the guard gate. Nelson confirmed.
Approved: 7-0
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, city lease agreements,
sanitation services, 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 that he did
not, but would be 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.
AD. 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.
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
- Western District Water Agreement with Orchard Ridge -- Wesley Wright, P.E. Systems Engineering Director
- Texas Crushed Stone Industrial Agreement
Sec. 551.072: Deliberations about Real Property
- Cowen Creek Interceptor Easement Acquisitions -- 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
Sec. 551:066: Certain Public Power Utilities: Competitive Matters
- Quarterly Purchase Power Update
Adjournment
Motion by Fought, second by Gipson to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 7.45 PM.
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