HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 10.23.2018 CC-RMinutes of a Meeting of the
Governing Body of the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
The Georgetown City Council met on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 6:17 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 East
71" St., Georgetown, Texas.
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Mayor Dale Ross called the meeting to order at 6:17 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance. Mayor Dale
Ross, Anna Eby, Councilmember District 1, Valerie Nicholson, Councilmember District 2, John Hesser,
Councilmember District 3, Steve Fought, Councilmember District 4, Kevin Pitts, Councilmember District 5,
Rachael Jonrowe, Councilmember District 6, and Tommy Gonzalez, Councilmember 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
- Police Department Awards
- Community Planning Month Proclamation
- Great Places Award
- MCCi Excellence Award Presentation
Mayor Ross thanked Mayor Pro Tem, John Hesser, for the outstanding job he did running prior City Council
meetings during Mayor Ross's absence. Ross said he had attended two events in Canada, which included a
Town Hall meeting with Mayor Iverson of Edmonton and the 2018 Alberta Climate Summit in Calgary where
he was a key note speaker and participated in a panel. Ross noted that Canada does recycling
extraordinarily well. Ross said he had also been one of four keynote speakers in Brussels, with over 6,000
attendees at the Global Cooperation on Climate Change Conference hosted by the European Committee of
Regions, which focuses on Cities and Provinces being the solutions to problems, rather than federal
governments. Ross said he had been to Denver where he was awarded a Sierra Club award. He noted that,
at this same conference, Ellen Davis of Georgetown was awarded the National Volunteer of the Year.
Mayor Ross clarified that no taxpayer dollars ever pay for the Mayor's travel for the City of Georgetown.
Ross said he has been privileged to tell the story of Georgetown across the globe.
City Council Regional Board Reports
Announcements
- Quarter Cent Sales Tax
- Annual Report Award
- Halloween Festival
- Dance for Adults with Disabilities
- Father Daughter Dance
Action from Executive Session
Motion by Hesser, second by Nicholson, to authorize the purchase of right of way from Forster & Giles, on the
terms discussed in Executive Session, across Parcel 9, Rabbit Hill Road Improvement Project.
Approved: 7-0
Motion by Hesser, second by Nicholson, to authorize the purchase of right of way from Crossley & Crossley,
on the terms discussed in Executive Session, across Parcel 10, Rabbit Hill Road Improvement Project.
Approved: 7-0
Motion by Hesser, second by Nicholson, to authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire in
fee simple the 0.540 -acre the 0.077 -acre tracts of land, being situated in the Nicholas Porter Survey, Abstract
Number 497, as described in Agenda Item H, for the public purpose of constructing and improving a public
roadway and public utility infrastructure.
Approved: 7-0
Mayor Ross announced that Items K and L had been removed from the agenda.
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 Meetings held on
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
C. Consideration and possible action to approve a new permit volume package for 2019, and possibly for
November 2018 and December 2018, related to the City's Interlocal Agreement for licensing South Central
Planning and Development Commission (SCPDC) for MyPermitNow software -- Glen Holcomb, Chief
Building Official
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 $61,597.92 --
Amy Janik, Police Captain
E. Consideration and possible action to approve the Real Estate Contract for the purchase of the 18.522 acres
of land situated in the Joseph Fish Survey, Abstract No. 232 for the Southlake Water Treatment Plant; and
to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract and all documents necessary to complete the purchase -- Travis
Baird, Real Estate Services Manager
F. Consideration and possible action to approve the conveyance of property to Lofts On Rock, LLC, and to
authorize the Mayor to execute the necessary documents to complete such conveyance -- Travis Baird, Real
Estate Services Manager
G. Consideration and possible action to ratify the Amending Plat of Lots 4 & 5, City of Georgetown, as executed
by the City of Georgetown Condominium Owners' Association and recorded in Document No. 2018070755
of the Official Public Records of Williamson County, Texas; and to authorize the Mayor to execute all documents
necessary to complete such ratification -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager
H. 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 the Northwest Boulevard Bridge Project -- Travis Baird, Real Estate
Services Manager
I. Consideration and possible action to approve a Traffic Improvements Agreement concerning Windmill Hill
-- Wesley Wright, Systems Engineering Director
J. Consideration and possible action to approve contract renewal for Emergency Medical Transport Billing
and Collections Services Agreement with Emergicon, LLC -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief
K. 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 $240,000.00 for the remainder of FY
2019 -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief
L. Consideration and possible action to approve the renewal of an existing agreement between the City of
Georgetown and Dr. Ryan Ramsey as Medical Director for the Fire/Medical Department -- John Sullivan,
Fire Chief
M. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to procure consulting services with Neil McAndrews and Associates for
Resource Price Risk Management -- Christopher Foster, Manager of Resource Planning and Integration
N. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to renew the Tree Trimming and Vegetation Management Contract to
Townsend Tree Service Company, LLC dba National Tree Expert Company, Inc. of Burnet, Texas, in the
estimated amount of $280,000.00 -- Mike Westbrook, Electric Operations Manager
O. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action for the award of the Annual Electric System Underground Construction
and Maintenance Bid for labor services to Pedro S.S. Services, Inc. of Austin, Texas, in the estimated
amount of $3,500,000.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
P. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Landmark Structures I, LP of Fort Worth, Texas
for the Braun 3MG Elevated Storage Tank project in the amount of $3,485,000.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E.,
Systems Engineering Director
Q. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to renew the contract for labor services for Outside Plant Fiber Optic
Infrastructure Construction to JC Communications of Cedar Park, Texas, in the not to exceed amount of
$300,000.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
R. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order CDM -18-006 with CDM Smith Inc. of Austin, Texas
for professional services related to the San Gabriel Wastewater Treatment Plant Thickener Rehabilitation
in the amount of $58,500.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E. Systems Engineering Director
S. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order CDM -18-007 to CDM Smith Inc. of Austin, TX in the
amount of $55,000.00 for utility evaluations -- Wesley Wright, PE, Systems Engineering Director
T. Forwarded from Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation (GTEC):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order KHA-19-001 with Kimley Horn and Associates,
Inc. of Austin, Texas in the amount of $160,375.00 for design services related to the State Highway
29/University Avenue Corridor Improvements -- Wesley Wright, PE, Systems Engineering Director
U. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:
Consideration and possible action to approve a BuyBoard purchase of playground equipment from
GameTime of Fort Payne, Alabama, in the amount of $161,298.93 for phase two of San Gabriel Park
renovations -- Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director
Motion by Pitts, second by Fought, to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety, with the exception
of Items K and L, which were pulled from the agenda.
Approved: 7-0
Legislative Regular Agenda
V. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance amending the Wolf Ranch Hillwood Planned Unit
Development (PUD) for approximately 1,120 acres out of the Joseph Thompson Survey, Abstract No. 608,
Clement Stubblefied Survey, Abstract No. 558, Orville Perry Survey, Abstract No. 10, and Isaac Donagan
Survey, Abstract No. 178, generally located along Wolf Ranch Pkwy, between the Southwest Bypass and
W. University Ave -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Current Planning Manager, Andreina Davila, spoke on amendments to the Wolf Ranch Hillwood PUD. She
said the request was to amend the Wolf Ranch Hillwood PUD to increase the area designated for High
Density Residential by more than 20% and reclassify a portion of the Medium Density Residential to High
Density Residential.
Davila provided a location map, aerial view, future land use map, and an existing zoning map for the property.
She described the property and said that it is currently experiencing heavy amounts of construction. Davila
said the area is surrounded by other residential subdivisions and commercial along West University Avenue.
She explained that the area is surrounded by a variety of other zoning districts, as well.
Davila went on to describe Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Development Standards.
Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• This PUD has been designated to be used in conjunction
with the General Commercial (C-3), High Density Multi -
Family (MF -2), and Residential Single- Family (RS) zoning
districts (base districts).
• In accordance with the UDC, the standards and
requirements of the specified base districts shall apply save
and except those that are specifically outlined in the PUD
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• Open Space, Trails and Parkland
• Additional Multifamily Regulations
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Davila explained that the High Density area would increase from 12 acres to 13 acres and the Medium Density
area had been reduced. She noted that acres have been kept for commercial development. Davila explained
that the amendment gives the developer more flexibility, but both uses will remain at the intersection.
Councilmember Jonrowe asked if this is designated neighborhood commercial. Davila said it would be both
neighborhood commercial and regional commercial. She noted that the number of units will not increase with
this amendment and the maximum will remain at 380 units.
Davila spoke in detail about the Proposed Amendments.
Davila provided the Approval Criteria for the request and noted that all criteria had complied. She said that
the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended approval.
The application is complete and
the information contained within
the application is sufficient and X
correct enough to allow adequate
review and final action.
The zoning change is consistent X
with the Comprehensive Plan.
The zoning change promotes the
health, safety or general welfare of X
the City and the safe orderly, and
healthful development of the City.
The zoning change is compatible
with the present zoning and
conforming uses of nearby X
property and with the character of
the neighborhood.
The property to be rezoned is
suitable for uses permitted by the X
District that would be applied by
the proposed amendment.
A variety of housing types,
employment opportunities, or X
commercial services to achieve a
balanced community.
An orderly and creative
arrangement of all land uses with X
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, to X
include facilities such as roadways,
bicycle ways, and pedestrian
walkways.
The provisions of cultural or
recreational facilities for all X
segments of the community.
The location of general building
envelopes to take maximum X
advantage of the natural and
manmade environment.
The staging of development in a
manner which can be
accommodated by the timely X
provision of public utilities,
facilities, and services.
Davila read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6:55 PM. He called on Mr. Ron Pepin who had signed up to speak
on Item V. Mr. Pepin said he was proud to call Georgetown his home and owned property on the South Bank
of the San Gabriel River. Pepin asked the Council to make sure there would be no dwellings built in the 100
or 500 year flood plain, because he and his wife, a Civil Engineer, have seen the San Gabriel rise over its
banks on multiple occasions in this area.
Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 6:57 PM.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item V.
Councilmember Jonrowe asked staff to follow up with Mr. Pepin. Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, confirmed
that she would follow up with him.
Approved: 7-0
W. Second Public Hearing for the Voluntary Annexation and designation of initial zoning to Local
Commercial (C-1) zoning district upon annexation for an approximate 6.375 -acre tract in the Lewis P.
Dyches Survey, Abstract No. 171, and a portion of County Road (CR) 245, a right-of-way of varying width
described to Williamson County, Texas, generally located at Ronald Reagan Boulevard and CR 245, to be
known as the Highland Village 2 Non -Residential Tract -- Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Long Range
Planning Manager
Long Range Planning Manager, Nat Waggoner, spoke on the voluntary annexation and initial zoning
designation for property to be known as Highland Village 2 Non -Residential Tract.
Waggoner read the caption.
Waggoner provided a location map, future land use map, zoning map, aerial view and a detailed
description of the property. Waggoner noted that the property is not zoned, as it is not yet within the City
Limits.
Local Commercial Zoning criteria was described
Waggoner described the District Development Standards and spoke on specific uses within the District.
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Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 7:05 PM. No person signed up to speak on Item W. Mayor
Ross closed the Public Hearing at 7:05 PM.
This item was a public hearing only and did not require Council action
X. Second Public Hearing for the Voluntary Annexation and designation of Public Facilities (PF) zoning
district for an approximate 22.896 -acre tract of land out of the William Addison League Survey, Abstract No.
21, and a portion of County Road 110 (CR 110), a right-of-way of varying width of record described to the
Williamson County, Texas, generally along CR 110, north of CR 111, to be known as Georgetown
Independent School District (GISD) No. 11 -- Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Long Range Planning Manager
Long Range Planning Manager, Nat Waggoner, spoke on the voluntary annexation and initial zoning
designation for property to be known as Georgetown Independent School District (GISD) No. 11.
Waggoner read the caption. He provided a location map, future land use map, zoning map and aerial view
of the property.
Waggoner described the criteria for Public Facilities zoning and said this includes schools. He provided the
District Development Standards and spoke on specific uses allowed within the district. Waggoner noted
that this request is for the development of an elementary school.
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Waggoner provided the annexation process for the project and the proposed schedule.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 7:10 PM. No person signed up to speak on Item X. Mayor Ross
closed the Public Hearing at 7:10 PM.
This item was a public hearing only and did not require Council action.
Y. First Reading of an Ordinance for the Voluntary Annexation and designation of Public Facilities (PF)
zoning district for an approximate 1.42 -acre tract of land out of the William Addison Survey, Abstract No.
21, generally located north of E University Ave and west of Inner Loop, to be known as Fire Station No. 7 -
- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Current Planning Manager, Andreina Davila, spoke on the voluntary annexation of property to be known as
Fire Station No. 7.
Davila provided a location map, futures land use map, and zoning map for the property. She provided the
definition of Public Facility District designation, as well as the District Development Standards and Specific
Uses Allowed within the District.
Davila spoke on the Criteria for Rezoning and said that staff had found all criteria to comply.
The application is complete and the
information contained within the
application is sufficient and correct X
enough to allow adequate review and
final action.
The zoning change is consistent with X
the Comprehensive Plan.
The zoning change promotes the
health, safety or general welfare of
the City and the safe orderly, and X
healthful development of the City.
The zoning change Is compatible with
the present zoning and conforming X
uses of nearby property and with the
character of the neighborhood.
The property to be rezoned is suitable
for uses permitted by the District that X
would be applied by the proposed
amendment.
Davila provided the Annexation Process and Annexation Schedule.
Annexation Process
Resolution Public
Hearing 1
Public 1" reading 2"° reading
Hearing 2 of an of an
Ordinance Ordinance
Annexation Schedule
✓ August 14, 2018: Grant the Petition for Annexation - COMPLETED
✓ September 4, 2018: Public Hearing recommending PF zoning as
initial zoning district - COMPLETED
✓ September 25, 2018: 1st Public Hearing held at City Council
Meeting @ 3pm - COMPLETED
✓ September 25, 2018: 2nd Public Hearing held at City Council
Meeting @ 6pm COMPLETED
J October 23, 2018: 1st Reading of Ordinance at City Council Meeting
:J November 13, 2018: 2nd Reading of Ordinance
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Z. First Reading of an Ordinance to vacate and abandon a section of Old Lakeway Drive right of way to
the Havins Family and to authorize the Mayor to execute all document necessary to complete the
abandonment -- Travis Baird -Real Estate Services Manager
Real Estate Services Manager, Travis Baird, spoke on the ordinance to vacate and abandon a section of Old
Lakeway Drive. He explained that this is the continuation of a 1991 Agreement for Lakeway Drive. Travis
noted that the Havins property abuts the property.
Baird read the caption.
Motion by Pitts, second by Hesser, to approve Item Z.
Approved: 7-0
AA. Second Reading of an Ordinance rezoning approximately 18.331 acres out of the Ruidosa Irrigation
Company, Abstract No. 715, located at 118 Mourning Dove, from the Agriculture (AG) to the Residential
Single -Family (RS) zoning district -- Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Senior Planner, Chelsea Irby, spoke on a rezoning request for property located at 118 Mourning Dove. She
noted that there had been no changes since the first reading.
Irby read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Pitts, to approve Item AA.
Approved: 7-0
AB. Second Reading of an Ordinance rezoning approximately 4.428 acres consisting of Lot 5E, Block B, Rivery
Phase 1, located at 716 S. IH -35, from Local Commercial (C-1) to General Commercial (C-3) zoning
district — Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Senior Planner, Chelsea Irby, spoke on a rezoning request for property located at 716 S. IH -35. She noted
that there had been no changes since the first reading.
Irby read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Pitts, to approve Item AB.
Approved: 7-0
AC. Consideration and possible action to the approve a Resolution requesting the members of the 86th
Legislative Session of the State of Texas support the City of Georgetown's legislative agenda --
Jackson Daly, Assistant to the City Manager
Jack Daly, Assistant to the City Manager, spoke on a resolution to request the members of the 86th Legislative
Session to support the City of Georgetown's legislative agenda. He explained that discussion on the topic
had taken place at the last Council Workshop meeting on October 9th
Daly read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Fought, to approve Item AC.
Mayor Ross said citizens' rights will be preserved with this resolution and they will have the opportunity to
address their concerns with their local City Councilmembers and not their state wide elected officials. Ross
said local control is what it is all about. He said Georgetown is seeing dramatic growth in jobs and
population. He noted that in recent decades there is indisputable proof that the decisions that the elected
body of the local Georgetown government, i.e. the City Council, has produced the kind of community where
people want to live, work, do business, raise their kids and retire. Ross said the state is one of the great
benefactors of Georgetown's success. He explained that 6.25% of the sales tax is given to the State of
Texas. Ross said success comes with challenges, such as traffic congestion and the need for more police
officers, firefighters, water and sewer lines, trash collection, and all the other local services that citizens
depend on. Ross said it is up to cities to find ways to address the City's needs and the state will not do it
for them. He said Georgetown does not want to be told that they have to conform to the state's way of
thinking or one way of living, whether it comes from Washington D.C. or Austin. Ross encouraged citizens
to call their state senators and representatives to make sure they support our homes and our decisions.
Ross said the State of Texas needs to be more like Georgetown and Georgetown does not need to be
more like the State of Texas. Ross said he would challenge the state senators and reps to show him one
area where the state out performs the City of Georgetown.
Approved: 7-0
AD. First Reading of an Ordinance to 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 -- Jackson Daly, Assistant to the City
Manager and Skye Masson, Assistant City Attorney
Jack Daly, Assistant to the City Manager, spoke on amendments to the City's Ethics policy.
Daly first provided Background for the amendments.
• October 24, 2017 — Council voted to overhaul the ethics ordinance
• June 12, 2018 — Council reviewed the recommendations from the Ethics Ad Hoc Committee
■ August 14, 2018, August 28, 2018 and September 11, 2018 the City Council deliberated upon the
ethical standards for City Officials
Daly thanked the Ethics Ad Hoc Committee, the City Attorney's Office, the City Secretary and the City Council
for their participation in this process.
He detailed the Declaration of Policy and noted that staff will be coming back with the Governance Policy in
early 2019.
Declaration of Policy:
Seven (7) provisions related to conduct
• Four (4) purposes of ordinance
• Recognizes that City Officials are members of the community
• Clarifies that local ordinance exceeds state law
Daly noted that definitions had been clarified for Economic Benefit (including contract rights), Family
Members, Gifts and Household Members. He noted Conflicts of Interest and the need for disclosure of Gifts
received while traveling (lodging, transportation, food or entertainment) in excess of $2,000.
Conflicts of Interest
• Exceeds state threshold
— Family member or member of household
— $5,000 or 5%, whichever is less
• Disclose "personal interest in real
property"
• "Good faith" offers of employment
• "Rule of Necessity" — quorum issue
• xceptions for mutual funds, trusts, etc.
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• In summary, do not-
- Appear before Council and represent their
personal interest
— Imply ability to influence City action
— Represent the City in litigation
— Induce others to violate the Code of Ethics
• Can represent themselves for items related to
their homestead
Councilmember Jonrowe asked if the Ethics Commission members will be appointed by each
Councilmember and the Mayor. Daly confirmed and said the process for membership appointments would
remain the same as in the previous ordinance. Each Councilmember appoints a member from his/her district
and the Mayor appoints a member at large.
Councilmember Eby thanked Jack Daly and Skye Masson, the Assistant City Attorney for a good job. She
said things had been made very clear. Eby also thanked the Ethics Ad Hoc Committee for their hard work.
Daly read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Fought, to approve Item AD.
Approved: 6-1 (Hesser opposed)
Councilmember Jonrowe expressed thanks to all involved.
AE. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:
First Reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 12.20 of the City of Georgetown Code of Ordinances
entitled "Parks and Recreational Facilities"; repealing conflicting ordinances and resolutions; including a
severability clause, and establishing an effective date -- Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, spoke on amendments to Chapter 12.20 regarding
Parks and Recreational Facilities. He said the ordinance was last updated in 2012 to authorize and establish
policies for park use. Nuner explained that there is a need to update the ordinance because of the addition
of Garey Park. He said park staff and administration would be updated and the language of "dawn to dusk"
needed to be clarified. He noted that the language is proposed to read from 5 AM to 10 PM daily and could
be changed, according to needs, by posting. Nuner noted that previous language regarding specific facilities
and their hours caused confusion, and would be removed. He explained that prohibitive practices such as
facilities, vehicles and animals in parks would also be addressed. Nuner noted that the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board had voted unanimously to approve the ordinance.
Nuner read the caption.
Motion by Eby, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AE.
Councilmember Jonrowe asked if the changes had been discussed with the Georgetown Police Department.
Nuner confirmed and said the legal department had also been asked to review the changes. He noted that
much is seasonal, and discussion had taken place regarding winter regulations. Nuner said it had been
decided that it would be better to be flexible. He said GPD and the City Attorneys had been in favor of the
suggested hours and had noted that most issues occur primarily after midnight. Nuner said other
municipalities had been reviewed as well. He said it is intended that Garey Park will close at 6 PM or 8 PM,
depending on the season.
Jonrowe said she has concerns and has not had the opportunity to speak to her constituents, but would like
to. City Manager, David Morgan, said this was a first reading and there would be opportunity for this prior to
the second reading.
Councilmember Gonzalez said pocket parks in communities might need different criteria because 10 PM
inside a neighborhood could be problem. Nuner said this is designed to still have flexibility. Jonrowe asked
if there will be more lighting. Nuner said staff is looking into this and lighting is already in place in some
parks.
Approved: 7-0
Project Updates
AF. 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, city technology 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 share. Morgan said he
did not at this time, 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, prior to the start of the meeting. You will be called forward to speak
when the Council considers that item. Only persons who have delivered the speaker form prior to the meeting being
called to order may speak.
On a subject not posted on the a agenda: An individual may address the Council at a regular City Council meeting by
contacting the City Secretary no later than noon on the Wednesday prior to the Tuesday meeting, with the individual's
name and a brief description of the subject to be addressed. Only those persons who have submitted a timely request
will be allowed to speak. The City Secretary can be reached at (512) 930-3651.
AG. Robin Breed would like to address the Council regarding regulations for invisible fencing and the definition
of "at large" animals.
Robin Breed spoke to the Council regarding her invisible fence for her dogs. She asked that Council
consider an amendment to the City's current Code of Ordinances regarding Animal Control. Breed said she
has lived in a home built in 1908 for the past 8 years, and in order to keep the house with its original
appearance, and leave a minimal footprint, she installed invisible fencing for her two small dogs. Breed
explained that she had been ticketed for "at large" dogs, when an Animal Control Officer saw the dogs in
her yard. She said the officer said that Animal Control does not recognize invisible fencing as a sufficient
barrier. Breed said, in 8 years, she has never had a complaint of the dogs getting out. She said they will
be going to trial over the citation. Breed said that the code is written broadly and has no language
addressing electronic fences specifically. She then read the definition for "at large" in the current City Code.
Breed said the invisible fence is a manner of construction that keeps her dogs from leaving the yard. She
asked the Council to consider reviewing this portion of the Code and giving Animal Control clear guidance
on how to enforce these codes, and not permit it to be by the interpretation of an Animal Control Officer.
Breed said although invisible fences are a minority in Georgetown, many residents have invested in this
type of technology to keep their pets safe and contained to their yard. She said the City of Burnett recently
amended their Code to include invisible fencing. Breed provided a copy of the amendment for the Council
to review.
Executive Session
In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vemon's Texas Codes, Annotated, the
items listed below will be discussed in closed session and are subject to action in the regular session.
AH. 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
- "In the Matter of the Application of 3 B&J Wastewater Company, Inc. for a New Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System Permit No. WQ0014911002," SOAH DOCKET NO 582-16-1893 and TCEQ DOCKET NO. 2015 -0565 -MWD
- 3701 West Highway 29
Sec. 551.072: Deliberations about Real Property
Northwest Blvd/FM 971, Parcels 3 & 4 -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator
Rabbit Hill Road Project — Parcels 9 & 10, Rabbit Hill Road and Commerce -- 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 Secretary
Sec. 551:087: Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations
- Project Office Space
- Project Legacy
Adjournment
Motion by Fought, second by Hesser, to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 7:36 PM.
Approved by the Georgetown City Council on
Dale Ross, Mayor
Date
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Attest: City Secre