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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 12.11.2018 CC-RNotice of a Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas Tuesday, December 11, 2018 The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers at 101 East 71 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 Dale Ross called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. All Councilmembers were in attendance, with the exception of John Hesser, Councilmember District 3. Mayor Dale Ross, Anna Eby, Councilmember District 1, Valerie Nicholson, Councilmember District 2, 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 City Council Regional Board Reports Announcements - Holiday String Lights Recycling Program - Boards & Commissions Membership Applications Action from Executive Session Motion by Fought, second by Nicholson, to authorize the purchase of right of way from Faris & Terrie Modawar, on the terms discussed in Executive Session, across Parcel 3, Northwest Boulevard Bridge Project and to authorize the Mayor to execute all necessary documents. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Motion by Fought, second by Eby, to authorize staff to file objections to the Award of Special Commissioners for Parcel 15, Rivery Boulevard Project, as discussed in Executive Session. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Motion by Fought, second by Eby, to authorize settlement authority of Cause Number 17:1872-CC2, City of Georgetown v. David Wolf, also known as James David Wolf, on the terms discussed in Executive session for the Rivery Boulevard Project and to authorize Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager and Kristina Silcocks, Counsel for the City, to execute the necessary settlement documents. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Motion by Fought, second by Eby, to approve the City Secretary Employment Agreement between Robyn Densmore and the City Council as discussed in Executive Session. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Mayor Ross announced that Councilmember Jonrowe asked to pull Item C and Item H from the Statutory Consent Agenda to the Legislative Agenda for discussion. 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, November 27, 2018 — Robyn Densmore, Assistant City Secretary C. Consideration and possible action to allow the owners of Festrunk Brothers Ventures LLC/The Golden Rule, the opportunity to pursue an alcohol license for a business proposed at 606 S. Church St, Georgetown, TX 78626 with the expressed waiver of the minimum distance requirement from the First Presbyterian Church, located at 703 S. Church St, Georgetown, TX 78626 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary This item was pulled to the Legislative Agenda for further discussion by Councilmember Jonrowe. D. Consideration and possible action to approve the contract renewal for irrigation system services for City owned facilities with American Irrigation of Georgetown, Texas for a period of one year for an estimated amount of $75,000.00 with the option to renew for three additional one year periods — Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director E. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution confirming the appointment of Gordon Pierce to a term on the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission -- David Morgan, City Manager F. Consideration and possible action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute standard Water Service Agreements for provision of water in certain areas -- Wesley Wright, PE, Systems Engineering Director. G. Consideration and possible action to approve a Water Agreement for Oaks at San Gabriel --Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director H. Consideration and possible action to approve a license to allow the encroachment of a driveway into the right of way of Ash Street at 408 A South College St. -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager This item was pulled to the Legislative Agenda for further discussion by Councilmember Jonrowe. I. Consideration and possible action to vacate and abandon all utility easements and public utility easements in Rivers Hill Section 2 and the Amended River Hills Section 3 to Wolf Lakes LP; and to authorize the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to complete the abandonment -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager J. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution for the Clean Air Coalition Air Quality Plan 2019- 2023 -- Octavio Garza, Public Works Director K. Consideration and possible action to approve the First Renewal of the Agreement between Abescape Group, LLC and the City of Georgetown, Texas for Mowing Services for City -Owned Rights -of -Way for $83,914.24 -- Octavio Garza, Public Works Director L. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of 27 replacement laptops, tablets and associated docks and port replicators for emergency service vehicles from Ingram Technologies LLC for an amount of $103,897.19 -- Chris Bryce, IT Director M. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution formally adopting the City's Investment Policies -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director N. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs related to the Fire Station 6 project, in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000 with proceeds from bonds that will be issued at a later time -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director O Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with M.A.Smith Contracting of Austin, Texas for the West University Avenue 2018 Waterline Improvements project in the amount of $546,510.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director P. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to award a contract for the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone (EARZ) Wastewater System Rehabilitation Area 1 - 2018, to PM Construction & Rehab, LLC of Pasadena, TX, for the amount of $749,306.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director Q. Forward from the General Government & Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve an annual contract for facility access control, video surveillance, and security technician to be provided by Convergint Technologies of Austin, TX in the amount of $84,700.00 — Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director R. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of sewer inspection camera system's Envirosight from Green Equipment Co., Inc., of Fort Worth, TX, in the amount of $73,396.00 -- Glenn W. Dishong, Utility Director S. Forwarded from General Government and finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve an enhanced software maintenance and support, business assurance, and operational software management contract with Itineris, N.A. for services through the end of January 2019 in an amount not to exceed $190,750.00 -- Leticia Zavala, Customer Care Director T. Forwarded from Georgetown Economic Development Corporation (GEDCO): Consideration and possible action to approve an agreement between Atmos Energy and the Georgetown Economic Development Corporation (GEDCO) for natural gas infrastructure improvements downtown -- Michaela Dollar, Director of Economic Development Motion by Jonrowe, second by Pitts, to approve the Statutory Consent Agenda in its entirety, with the exception of Items C and H which were moved to the Legislative Agenda by Councilmember Jonrowe. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Legislative Regular Agenda C. Consideration and possible action to allow the owners of Festrunk Brothers Ventures LLC/The Golden Rule, the opportunity to pursue an alcohol license for a business proposed at 606 S. Church St, Georgetown, TX 78626 with the expressed waiver of the minimum distance requirement from the First Presbyterian Church, located at 703 S. Church St, Georgetown, TX 78626 -- Shelley Nowling, City Secretary. Councilmember Jonrowe asked that this Item be moved from the Statutory Consent Agenda to the Legislative Agenda for discussion. Jonrowe asked City Secretary, Shelley Nowling, if these items are generally on the consent agenda. Nowling confirmed that they are. Nowling explained that this is not an alcohol license, but rather a request for a waiver of distance which would allow a requestor to then pursue an alcohol license. Nowling noted that alcohol cannot be sold within 200 feet of a church or 300 feet of a school and a written waiver must be received from the church/school and then approved by the Council, before one can apply for an alcohol license. Jonrowe said she brings this up now because it might be the only time at which Council can discuss the issue. Jonrowe asked Nowling if the State of Texas requires the waiver to just go to the church or school or does an applicant also need to mail notifications to the other businesses or residents in the area. Nowling said it is only required that an applicant receive a waiver from the church or school and then receive Council approval of the waiver. She said if an alcohol license application is later pursued, the letter and Council approval for the waiver would be sent to TABC with the application. Jonrowe asked City Manager, David Morgan, about the sidewalk infrastructure at the address. She asked if the intersection at Church and 61h has been identified as a place to invest in sidewalk infrastructure. Jonrowe said she asked because the current usage at the location is mostly office use and the parking is not sufficient. She said until the City gets a parking garage, she is concerned that the parking will be exasperated. Jonrowe said she also has concerns about visibility issues. Morgan said he believes the intersection is on the Downtown Master Plan and the Sidewalk Master Plan, as well. Morgan said when activity shifts, implementation of the plans adjust accordingly and new prioritization would be given. Jonrowe said she also wants the City to ramp up enforcement of parking within 15 feet of a stop sign. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Pitts to approve Item C. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) H. Consideration and possible action to approve a license to allow the encroachment of a driveway into the right of way of Ash Street at 408 A South College St. -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda to the Legislative Agenda for discussion by Councilmember Jonrowe. Jonrowe asked the City's Real Estate Service Manager, Travis Baird to speak on the item. Baird explained that the backup material shown in the agenda packet was incorrect and he had provided the Council with a paper copy of the correct backup material at their places on the dais. Baird said this item came from a request from the owner at 408 A College Street. He said the property access is through an access easement off of an adjoining property to the east. Baird explained that this does abut the undeveloped portion of Ash Street and has traditionally sought some access through this area. The request is for the ability to build a driveway in order to drive across the undeveloped portion of Ash Street to reach the rear of the property. Baird explained that the Public Works department, the development engineer and the building permits division had all reviewed the request and recommend approval. Jonrowe asked about the impact on the neighbors. Baird said there would not be an impact. He said when the City grants the right to utilize a right of way, it is all right for the requestor to construct improvements in the right of way and is not a singular right or a right held to the requestor specifically. Motion by Eby, second by Pitts, to approve Item H Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) U. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance rezoning approximately 3.361 acres out of the Nicholas Porter Survey, Abstract No. 497, located in the 200 block of East Janis Drive, from the Residential Single - Family (RS) and General Commercial (C-3) zoning districts to the Townhouse (TH) zoning district -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, A1CP. Current Planning Manager (action required) A petition regarding this rezoning request was handed to the City Secretary at the beginning of the meeting. Item U was moved to later in the agenda to allow the City attorney and Planning Director to validate the petition. If the petition could be validated, Item U would then be heard at that point in the agenda. It was determined that the petition had been signed by 20% of affected citizens, which would require a'/ vote by Council for the Item to pass. The applicant was given the choice to have the item read at this meeting or to move the Item to a future agenda. The applicant chose to move the item to a future agenda. Planning Director, Sofia Nelson, said the City will repost notifications appropriately. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson, to move Item U. to the City Council agenda scheduled for January 22, 2019. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) V. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 3, Applications and Permits, Chapter 13, Infrastructure and Public Improvements, and Chapter 16, Definitions, of the Unified Development Code (UDC) relating to Development Agreements and Special Districts (Amendment No. 8) -- Seth Gipson, Management Analyst and Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager (action required) Seth Gipson, Management Analyst, described a proposed ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code related to development agreements and special districts. Gipson described a MUD as a governmental agency, authorized by the Texas Constitution and regulated by Chapters 54 and 49 of the Texas Water Code. He explained that a MUD is governed by an elected Board of Directors and is a taxing entity. Gipson spoke on the Purpose of a MUD: • Serve a public use and benefit • Supplement and not supplant municipal services • Expand transportation and commerce • Provide needed funding to finance transportation, water, wastewater, stormwater, parks, drainage, etc. • Promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents, employers, employees, and consumers in the district and the general public Gipson said there are 10 approved MUDS currently and staff is working with 4 applicants interested in forming new special districts — Bluffview PID, Shell Road PID, Homestead MUD, and Avanti MUD. Gipson said there is another applicant interested in a significant expansion to an existing MUD. Gipson provided a background on the MUD Policy and the purpose of a MUD Policy Update, with a timeline. Purpose of MUD Policy Update • These changes help better align the MUD Policy and the Comprehensive Plan • Emphasize that the city is exclusive provider of utilities • Clarify that the MUDS need to be financially responsible and reinforces the requirement for a finance plan • Maintain the a MUD is a tool to provide extraordinary benefits and produced a superior quality development • Incorporate the City's practices for the past four years. • Retained the best practices that are already within this policy regarding public safety, parks and recreation. 111'. Timeline • City Council MUD Policy workshop and direction — May 22 • UDCAC discussion — June 13 (proposed changes to MUD Policy and UDC) June 25 (chart comparing MUD Policy and UDC requirements) • City Council approval of MUD Policy -- July 24 • UDCAC discussion - August 8 (final draft of proposed UDC changes) • UDCAC Public Hearing and Recommendation — November 14 (UDC Amendments) �llORl.l WN Follows the Development Agreement review and approval process, which applies to Development Agreements authorized by the Local Government Code (annexation). T hieshold question to deter mine applicability and consideration of a MUf). Outlines preliminary information to be submitted with the request for the creation of a new District. Recluires all water, wastewater, stoi mwater; and road infi astr omir e and facilities to be reirnbuised or paid for by the issuance of disUict bonds to be designed to City standards. Review and Approval Process specifically for MUDS and similar political subdivisions. Removes threshold question and establishes new applicability requirementsconsistent with the new Policy (ability to provide utility servi(.,.es) and Approval Catena for consenting to the creation of a Distild. Removes the preliminary information to be submitted with the request. These requirements will be made par It of the UDC's Development Manual consistent with other development applications. Adds par kland and ti ails to be subject to this iecluiiement. Provides a 20 year ntaxirn m nlatur ity for any one ser ies of bonds. Incomages conshuction of capital Improverlients such as fire stations and recreational amenities Allows the City to be the exclusive provider for utilities, where applicable. Removes this requirement. The maximum n-ratunty threshold has been made part of the new Policy. Allows for fee in liecr of construction Requires the City to be the exclusive provide for utilities when located in single or multiple certificated service areas Nelson spoke next on the Approval Criteria and how each proposal complies with the criteria. She noted that after extensive review, staff recommends approval of the proposed MUD Policy. Nelson noted that both the Unified Development Code Advisory Committee and the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended approval unanimously. Nelson said that Public Notice was published in the Newspaper on November 18, 2018 and, to date, no comments have been received regarding the proposed amendments. Nelson read the caption. Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing at 6.28 PM. No persons signed up to speak on Item V. Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 6.28 PM. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Eby, to approve Item V. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) W. Consideration and possible action to approve a Public Improvement District (PID) Policy -- Seth Gipson, Management Analyst and Laurie Brewer, Assistant City Manager Seth Gipson, the City's Management Analyst, spoke on a Public Improvement District (PID) Policy. He said that staff had worked with the bond counsel and is now bringing back the proposed policy for Council consideration. Gipson noted that the presentation would have 3 Parts: • The purpose of a PID Policy • An overview of the Policy • Questions and Answers The Purpose of the PID Policy was detailed. • Outlines when the Council could support using a PID for development • Provides for a process to review and analyze • Establishes safeguards for successful debt issuance (if appropriate) • Provides administration guidelines • Protects future homeowner/property owner interests • Ensures consistency in review Provides guidelines to ensure project is viable and sustainable Gipson described the different PID types and noted that the most appropriate for Georgetown, at this time, is a reimbursement fund, which is initially funded by the developer. Gipson provided a PID Policy Overview High-level of how a PID is established Reimbursement PID Structure • Developer will fund improvements and once key benchmarks are met, the City will issue bonds to reimburse the authorized expenses PID Policy Community Benefits were described next. ■ Quality Developments • Extraordinary Benefits • Enhanced Public Service and Safety • The developer must clearly identify what the Special benefit is to the district and the City • Language added that clarifies that a PID must be located within the City Limits Gibson described PID Policy in General. a+saw= moi; 10M , 110%% N� PID Policy —General • Authorized Public Improvements: — Landscaping; — Enhanced entry features; — Signage, distinct lighting, fountains; — Art; — Pedestrian trails and sidewalks; — Parks and recreational amenities; — Regional infrastructure improvements; — Off-street parking facilities; • Other improvements that are not listed, but are allowed by statute will be reviewed and considered individually by the City. G I • WoI TOWN PID Policy — General • Authorized Public Improvements: — Landscaping; — Enhanced entry features; — Signage, distinct lighting, fountains; — Art; — Pedestrian trails and sidewalks; — Parks and recreational amenities; — Regional infrastructure improvements; — Off-street parking facilities; • Other improvements that are not listed, but are allowed by statute will be reviewed and considered individually by the City. PID Policy — General cont. • Miscellaneous General items: — Must be self-sufficient — Use of assessments may be used to recover capital costs where an extraordinary benefit exists — Must include a title encumbrance that notifies the prospective buyer of the PID — Boundaries cannot overlap with another PID — PID improvements must be designed and constructed to City standards — Establishment of an HOA is encouraged — Rental multi -family unit assessments must be prepaid by the developer or builder 4:1 �._-•-- -- �.:'.' IMCIOkIA Ill\YR� PID Policy —General cont. • Language added: — Set a maximum equivalent tax rate ($0.55/$100) for assessments. — Development must be consistent with entitlements on the property. — Developer cannot transfer or assign reimbursement rights without the approval of the City. Gibson noted that a trend in policies is creating a ceiling for assessments, through establishing a maximum equivalent tax rate. He said others have made this consistent with their MUD rates, which staff has suggested, as well. He said staff highlights that the development must be consistent with the entitlements on the property. Gipson noted that language was added to establish that the developer cannot transfer or assign reimbursement rights without prior approval from the City Council. Gipson spoke on PID Application Requirements. He noted a change in the application fee shown in the agenda packet and said that the application fee was proposed at $20,000, not $25,000. . erg [IIom.lIm%NW PID Policy —Application Requirements • Petition must contain the required elements outlined in Local Gov't Code Section 372. • In addition to the petition, the following will be required in order for the City to evaluate the proposal. — Identification of the benefit; — Map of the district boundaries; — Market Feasibility Study; — Preliminary Service and Assessment Plan; — Financial Plan and phasing forecast; — Procedures for eventual termination of the district; and — Application Fee PID Policy —Application Requirements Language Removed: — requirement for draft assessment plan to consideration. preliminary service and be completed before — Correction to Application Fee: A non-refundable "application fee" of $ ` � M 20,000 will be paid by the applicant to reimburse the City for the cost of evaluating the petition. If City costs exceed the initial fee, the developer shall replenish the account with an additional deposit. (Section 4 PID Application Requirements, located on Page 7) Bonda and Financing Criteria for the PID Policy were discussed next. �I 11m(i1 Il l\4h� PID Policy — Bonds and Financing Criteria • Min. value to lien ratio at date of bond issue: 4:1 • Max. maturity of each series of bonds: 25 years • Max. time allowed between the first and last bond issuance: 10 years. PID Policy — Bonds and Financing Criteria cont. • The City will apply the same -post issuance compliance requirements to PID Bonds, as are required for GO and CO debt. • The City will require a PID agreement to be established in order to outline: — The basic terms and conditions — Payment or reimbursement of costs — PID improvements (planning, development, construction, management, and maintenance) — Terms and conditions for ongoing PID administration, operation, and management. 11u, A111111111111L PID Policy — Bonds and Financing Criteria • Language added: — Conditions for accepting PID improvements, consistent with current UDC practices. — Clarifications regarding the establishment of a reserve fund. — Language related to selection of the financing team and specifics related to PID Bonds. • Language Removed: — Permitted increase in annual assessment and replaced with a maximum effective tax rate. Gipson explained that he City will apply the same -post issuance compliance requirements to PID bonds, as are required by GO and CO debt. He said that the issuer and developer have additional ongoing disclosure obligations following the issuance. Gipson added that staff identifies the key points that need to identified and codified within an agreement to ensure the City and the developer are held accountable for their responsibilities apart from the development. Gipson read the caption. Persons signed up to speak on Item W included: Rick Rosenberg, Talley Williams and Chris Wentworth Comments and concerns voiced included: Experienced with PIN and MUDs — half of those in Texas Appreciate staff effort Clients have interest in Georgetown Purpose of PID is the same as a MUD — developer lower cost MUD is geared to largest project PIDS for developments with smaller scale Goal should be to insure develop can choose to use a PID Left handout for council Control proliferation Ensure PIN are not held to higher burden Capital recovery level playing field Policy prefers reimbursement but benefit is using for construction bond purposes Preference for reimbursement but other benefits — give choice Concern for multifamily development prepay assessment Other ways to limit multifamily developments Value of lean ratio — spoke on Consider PIDS and MUDS in the ETJ Wants developer to have input Confidential information retained confidential Presentation on PID Policy Real world perspective Fundamental in top projects Spoke on Bluffview project Fundamental to have reimbursement districts Showed aerial view of districts Competitive set & reimbursement districts chart City MUDS table 20 to 40 thousand per unit Spoke on big picture take-aways Effective policy gives city ability to promote smaller projects PID policy cannot be too restrictive Motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item W. Councilmember Fought thanked staff for the hard work. He said he feels this is important and should be implemented now and be continued to be worked on. Councilmember Jonrowe asked Gipson why staff is recommending PIDS only in the City Limits. Gipson said staff wants to take a conservative approach for the time being and limit PIDS in the ETJ. Councilmember Pitts asked about the 4 to 1 ratio that was mentioned, when a 3 to 1 ratio is most often used in the market. Gipson said, this again, is because staff wants to be more conservative. He explained that this can be discussed and moved around and can be looked at on an individual basis. City Manager, David Morgan, said a PID or MUD policy can be adopted as an interim policy and then developed further. Morgan said staff will work through each request, one at a time, but start conservatively. He said staff will be treating PIDS similar to MUDS. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) X. Consideration and possible action to approve of an Inter -Local Cooperation Agreement with Williamson County for participation in the Wolf Lakes Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) -- Laurie Brewer, Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager, Laurie Brewer, spoke on the ILA with Williamson County for participation in the Wolf Lakes TIRZ. Brewer said the first reading of the creation of TIRZ and the Public Hearing had been held on November 27, 2018. She noted that this item is a companion item to Item Al, later in the agenda, which will be the second reading to approve the creation of the Wolf Lakes TIRZ. Brewer went on to explain that this item is for an Inter Local Agreement with Williamson County to share in the Wolf Lakes TIRZ reimbursement plan. She noted that the City would be responsible for 70% of the reimbursement and the County would be responsible for 30% of the reimbursement of costs. Brewer noted that the County has asked that their increment be used for transportation and drainage only, including roads, trails and parks. Brewer said the TIRZ is for reimbursement only and the city will have no debt. She said the County Commissioners will be voting on this proposal at their December 18, 2018 meeting. Brewer read the caption. Mayor Ross explained that the TIRZ is for "reimbursement' of costs and is not a "gift" as some media venues have reported. He asked Brewer to explain a reimbursement TIRZ in detail, which she did. Brewer noted that costs are not repaid unless generated. Mayor Ross said that in no way, shape or form is this a "gift". Brewer said this is an opportunity to create corporate campuses and many jobs. Motion by Nicholson, second by Pitts, to approve Item X. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Y. Consideration and possible action to approve a facilities use agreement with Preservation Georgetown for Grace Heritage Center -- Laurie Brewer, Assistant City Manager Assistant City Manager, Laurie Brewer, spoke on a facilities use agreement with Preservation Georgetown for the use of the Grace Heritage Center. She had provided an in depth presentation at the workshop meeting earlier that day. Brewer said that all revenue would be retained by the City as an event venue, and put forward for building maintenance expense. Brewer said revenue would be expected to grow over the years. She asked Council to indicate in their action whether they would like to allow office space in the agreement or not. Brewer read the caption Motion by Jonrowe, second by Eby, to approve Item Y, to include office space as in Option 1. The President and Chair for Preservation Georgetown, Michael Walton, spoke on Item Y. He was granted an additional 3 minutes from Melissa Boyd. Comments and Concerns voiced included: Comments and Concerns PG put in $100K for move $21 K on other improvements 2015 to now $53K in rent to City Showed slide on relocation costs in 2000 Cash and in kind donation PG raised $115,000 PG paid 80% of cost to move and restore $21 K in painting, sound system, etc. Total $126K contributed by PG $3900 in rent annually Staffed 8 — 5 every Thursday and Friday Average pay $13.50/hour - $10k cost avoidance to City Staffing for weddings and other events Built website minimal cost of $320 and more volunteer time as well 3 year financial impact $52K 2 goals for building — financially prepared for future maintenance and increasing utilization of space Since 2015 $3900 Did best to utilize space as directed by Council Increased utilization and financial well being Asked Council to support Option 1 Partnered with the City for 30 years Hundreds of volunteers contributing 10s of thousands of hours promoting Georgetown Option 1 would continue staffing for Thursdays and Fridays Revenue directly to the City Rate would be increased to $1,000 per event Expertise and good marketing would allow estimating 30 events per year 130% increase over last 3 years. Spoke on tour of the facility Councilmember Gonzalez said with new key code would allow volunteers to come and provide tours Councilmember Jonrowe said she supports continuing a relationship with Preservation Georgetown and this relationship has been based at Grace Heritage Center for 30 years. Jonrowe noted that Preservation Georgetown had provided grants for preservation and history and provide an invaluable service in the City. She said PG has always been responsive to Council requests and they need to be treated fairly. She said the Council needs to stop changing expectations of them. Councilmember Eby said she agrees with Jonrowe that the relationship is a valuable one. She said the Council has asked a lot and Preservation Georgetown has responded positively every time. Eby explained that the Council should not evict them from a building they have contributed greatly to. Eby said Option 1 makes sense. Approved: 4-2 (Gonzalez and Pitts opposed, Hesser absent) Z. Consideration and possible action to approve a development and wastewater agreement for a project known as Water Oak Apartments located at 3701 West Hwy 29 Georgetown, Texas -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director Sofia Nelson, Planning Director, spoke on a development agreement and wastewater agreement for a development to be known as the Water Oak Apartments. She provided a location map, aerial view, and future land use map for the proposed property. She said the applicant was requesting to establish provisions for the development of a multi -family project outside the city limits. She said the applicant wanted to establish a timeline for annexation that would permit establishing that construction would adhere to the UDC, if located in the city limits and be annexed into the City prior to the provision of wastewater services to the property. Nelson illustrated a Standard Development Process. Nelson spoke on High Density Multi -family zoning and District Development Standards and Specific Uses Allowed with the District. MmAd by "'efre 1:sr—_ed L-VIng ,10 AP We I t eudert -%_Jbfw— Altod, 04 HiL+ Density Muftifomily (MF -2) District ',ubieO to Lreit *W(K I At— ;4,6 15 -eel A -in p *I* 1.1r, f 164,1 A., SOMW the Pernwi JU01 11"Jijed Ax%W ey .- eftteo Ir' ^ewo-cf i Ora w -d 5- esAfstt (*-Tt, e . q e I-- I f -K-rooes -mpcm Nelson explained that, in determining whether to approve, approve with modifications or disapprove a proposed development, the City Council shall consider these matters: 1. The proposed agreement promotes the health, safety or general welfare of the City and the safe and orderly, and healthful development of the City. 2. The proposed agreement is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Nelson read the caption. Kirk Goll, from JCI Residential, a representative of the applicant for the project, provided a presentation and description of the Water Oak Apartments. He noted that the developer is a local multifamily developer who only works in and around Austin and builds and manages their own properties. Goll provided images of other projects the developer has and noted that they use tile roofs, stone and stucco, all upgraded materials. Goll noted that the typical renter profile is above median income in Travis County. He provided many images of onsite facilities for swimming pools with towel service and fitness centers. Goll said the properties use valet trash service and deliver 3 days a week to an enclosed trash collector. He described upgraded lighting fixtures and systems and said the engineer was present for questions. Goll went on to describe outdoor amenities and trails and explained that every building has its own dog waste facility. He noted that the facility clubhouse could be rented, as well as the in house movie theatre. Goll said the complaints that the apartment complexes have lowered home prices in the area have been found to be incorrect. Goll said the proposed property would appeal to the renting profile of Georgetown. Goll spoke on drainage and detention ponds and noted that it would be a net benefit to neighbors to the south. He added that the property is gated and set back substantially from the street, as well as set -back 30 feet from any building. He said that the light levels and noise would be subject to city ordinances and the complex would have onsite security from dusk to dawn. Motion by Pitts, second by Fought, to approve Item Z. Councilmember Pitts asked Nelson if this agreement transfers from owner to owner. Nelson confirmed that it would. Nelson said the terms would require the agreement for annexation, zoning designations and utility connections take place after annexation takes place. She said it also establishes up to 348 multifamily residential units. Nelson said whoever purchased the property would be held responsible to develop to these standards and this agreement. Councilmember Jonrowe asked if this zoning was the highest density multifamily. Nelson confirmed. Jonrowe asked about an MF1 designation and how many units would be allowed. Nelson said generally about 14 units per acre. Jonrowe asked about the buffer zone and if it was true that a buffer zone was not required because it is adjacent to the ETJ. Nelson confirmed and described the current UDC requirements. Jonrowe asked if this could be changed in the future. Nelson confirmed that Council could change the language and requirements in the UDC. Jonrowe said the City needs to be good neighbors. She asked about the gated community and if multifamily is allowed to have gates. Nelson said yes with stacking requirements. Councilmember Gonzalez said the buffer is not sufficient with mixed use and needs to be better defined. Gonzalez said this is another request for multifamily with no commercial or retail. He said this needs to be held off until the 2030 plan is approved. Councilmember Fought asked about the petition that had been submitted and what impact it would have. City Attorney, Charlie McNabb, said there is no impact because all signers reside in the ETJ and cannot be counted in the City. Persons signed up to speak on Item Z included: Roger Chapel, Steven Muchow, Robert Scott, Rosemary Guerreo, Phillip Wanke, Gary Cobb, Angie Cobb, and Greg Barber. Comments and concerns voiced included: Wants something better Opposed to proposal Buffer not large enough or sufficient 20 homes directly impacted Bought properties and new commercial development would happen Never knew it could be apartments Security not safe enough Financial hardship to homes Want to block view and put up barriers Dark sky initiative in this development Apartment complex will cause light issues Nose issues will come to play Health and safety issues Traffic will be terrible Members from HOAs met with Commissioner Covey and Sheriff Cody Conducted traffic stops on commercial vehicles Project too small to trigger TIA 900 more people will make things even worse Overflow parking will be a problem Traffic problems Entire 29 corridor concerned 100 situations and 100 warnings while there Next week, 2 accidents at the Cimarron Hills entrance Raised hands in chambers Big deal of concern Watched workshop on channel 10 Usually not this much attendance at meetings Prevalence of multifamily units People bought expensive homes — forever homes Safety will be a problem Belterra Springs has major thoroughfare divided from homes Won't be able to sell homes Water Oak first conservation development Treat this as a residential district Traffic from back gate 300 cars in front of 4 houses Drainage issues Get a better plan before approving Mayor Ross asked the City Attorney, Charlie McNabb, if a buffer zone between the proposed apartments and Water Oaks could be part of the agreement. McNabb confirmed and said this is an agreement so if both sides agree, it can be part of the agreement. Councilmember Gonzalez said he is not opposed to the development, just not right now. Councilmember Jonrowe said she thinks this veers from the comp plan and may approve it with tweaks such as lower density and increased buffers. She said these type of developments have historically been allowed as a buffer between single family and major arterials. Amended motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez, to require that any structure adjacent to a current single family residential zone be required to keep the set -back the same as would be required in the city limits — that the bufferyard be required to be the same as required within the city limits, adjacent to single family residential zoning districts. Councilmember Fought asked the developer if it would be in his interest to postpone this item. Goll said the land seller would not be amiable and added that the developer would be happy to change the bufferyard and already have a 30 foot setback. Goll said the zoning allows 24 units per acre and the proposal is 300. He said the application stated 348, but the developer would be fine with limiting it to 300. Pitts asked Nelson if the agreement identifies 348 unit. Nelson said the agreement does identify 348 Mayor Ross called for a vote on Councilmember Pitt's amended motion. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Amended motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez, to limit the number of units to 300 Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Mayor Ross called for a vote on the main motion. Failed: 2-4 (Eby, Nicholson, Jonrowe, Gonzalez opposed and Hesser absent) Mayor Ross called for a 10 minute break and said the meeting would resume at 8:15 PM. AA. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Consideration and possible action to approve a change order with Ritter-Botkin Prime Construction Company Inc. of Pflugerville, Texas for site furnishing and rodeo arena demolition at San Gabriel Park and parking lot improvements at VFW Park in the amount of $438,630.00 -- Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director Parks and Recreation Director, Kimberly Garrett, spoke on site furnishing and demolition of the rodeo arena in San Gabriel Park. She began the presentation with the Change Order Details and described each in detail. Garrett said that the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board had unanimously recommended approval of the Change Order. Garrett described the Rodeo Arena Demo • Sheriffs Posse has secured a site in Jarrell to build a rodeo arena • The will be required to remove all items of interest as of January 1, 2019 • The site will be used for alternative recreation activities until Phase 3 ■ Removal of the remaining concrete, buildings and revegetation of the grounds will be required Garrett shared images of the current conditions, active park area and possible short term opportunities, as well as an image of the Phase 3 Opportunity. She explained that the Change Order would go for approval in December 2018, the demo work would begin in January 2019 and the estimated completion is spring 2019. The new parking lot at the VFW Park was discussed. Garrett read the caption. Motion by Nicholson, second by Pitts, to approve Item AA. Approved: 5-1 (Jonrowe opposed, Hesser absent) AB. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Santa Clara Construction, Ltd., Austin, Texas in the amount of $5,544,473.00 for construction of the northern Berry Creek Interceptor (Airport Road to Sun City Lift Station) -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director Systems Engineering Director, Wesley Wright, spoke on a contract for construction of the northern Berry Creek Interceptor. He explained that the need for the interceptor is due to significant growth, and the utility infrastructure is very large. He noted that this is the downstream phase from Airport Rd. to the Sun City Lift Station. Wright noted that the line will serve the bulk of Georgetown Village and will gravity service past the intersection of Williams Drive and Ronald Reagan Blvd. He said the key negotiation was that the golf course was not in prime playing season. Wright said this was a great bid that was $1 million under the estimate and Santa Clara Construction is a well- respected company. Wright read the caption Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item AB. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AC. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS): Consideration and possible action to approve a contract with Royal Vista, Inc. of Liberty Hill, Texas for the Ronald Reagan and Mission Oaks Waterline Improvements project in the amount of $6,149,425.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director Systems Engineering Director, Wesley Wright, spoke on a contract for the Ronald Reagan and Mission Oaks Waterline Improvements Project. He said this would be a major water line. Wright said this line is needed to take water from Williams Drive and Ronald Reagan to 3405 and is critical to move water out west. He explained that the line will make summer operations more efficient and will remove some valves in Sun City. Wright said this was a tight bid and an excellent bid, and Royal Vista is well respected and staff recommends approval. Wright read the caption Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item AC. Jonrowe asked about water to the western district properties. Wright said this line will serve people in the ETJ as well, and is not exclusive. Wright spoke on in city and out of city rate bases. He explained that the Western district and ETJ are the same customers. He spoke on the unique circumstances and said the western district term is more of an operational term. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AD. First Reading of an Ordinance amending the FY2019 Annual Budget due to conditions that resulted in new program requirements in the current year, 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 amendments to the FY2019 Annual Budget. He explained that this item is the action item for Council from the presentation and discussion that had taken place during the workshop meeting earlier in the day. Diaz had describe the 2019 budget amendments and roll forward involving 15 funds which he described in detail. Diaz read the caption. Motion by Fought, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item AD. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Amended motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez, to allow for a $5,000 expenditure from the Council Contingency Fund to fund a diamond level sponsorship of Vibrant Living, A Senior Empowerment Event as discussed during the workshop meeting. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AE. First Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas ("City") authorizing Electronic Signatures on Documents used and accepted by the City; and Declaring an Effective Date -- Rosemary Ledesma, Purchasing Manager (action required) Purchasing Manager, Rosemary Ledesma, spoke on authorizing electronic signatures on documents in the City. She said that many cities have adopted these procedures to be used on legally binding documents. Ledesma explained the benefit to the City in reduction of paper and time, printing and mailing costs. She noted that the City Manager will determine best practices and vendors. Ledesma read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AE. Councilmember Nicholson said this could be s huge impact, as she has experienced in her industry. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AF. Second Reading of an Ordinance establishing "Assignment Pay" and descriptions for certain positions within the Fire Department pursuant to Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code pertaining to Civil Service -- John Sullivan, Fire Chief (action required) Fire Chief, John Sullivan, spoke on assignment pay and position descriptions. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Sullivan read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AF. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AG. 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) Human Resources Director, Tadd Phillips, spoke on a strength of force ordinance establishing classifications and numbers of firefighters and police officers. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Phillips read the caption. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item AG. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AH. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending the 2018 Annual Budget for year-end obligations that were not known at the time the budget was adopted, appropriating various amounts thereof, and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith -- Paul Diaz, Budget Manager (action required) Budget Manager, Paul Diaz, spoke on an ordinance amending the 2018 annual budget. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Diaz read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez, to approve Item AH. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Al. Second Reading of an Ordinance establishing the Wolf Lakes Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) -- Laurie Brewer, Assistant City Manager (action required) Assistant City Manager, Laurie Brewer, spoke on an establishing the Wolf Lakes TIRZ. She said the purpose of the Zone is to provide economic and qualitative benefits by facilitating a program of public improvements What is TIF Financing? • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a tool local governments may use to finance public improvements within defined areas that have unique challenges or opportunities for economic development. - A municipality may make an area eligible for tax increment financing by designating a reinvestment zone (TIRZ). - Taxes on the appraised value of the zone in the year the zone was designated (the "base" year) continue flowing to the general funds of taxing units, but, for participating government units, all or part of the increased tax revenue due to greater real property values in TIF zone flows to a tax increment financing fund ("TIF or TIRZ") for a specified maximum term of eor5. i�I FXA1�ewn F aK Why TIF for Wolf Lakes? • Strong corporate use opportunities - Retail will support office and residential • Mixed use provides additional sustainability • PUD provides higher level of development standards • Additional tax base generated due to design and density • Non -reimbursable project costs estimated at $978M — Developer estimates $1.76 versus $460M traditional — value at year 2050 • TIF provides framework for performance based 'mbursement GC,Rcu rOWN lF A} Meets Public/Private Investment goals • The "last best corner in Central Texas" — major Austin developer • Will include office, retail, entertainment, hospitality, outdoor amenities and housing totaling over 5.3 million square feet of development • The Town Center/Village concepts creates a destination experience with entertainment and high levels of public amenities. • It provides the perfect setting for a unique corporate headquarters campus that employers are seeking, aiding in the creation of quality jobs for Georgetown's residents. GFC)RGETC)WN Additional Benefits Comprehensive planned development - Multiple professional firms have thoughtfully planned the phasing, which will be implemented by multiple developers specializing in each unique use to create the complimentary areas. It meets current and anticipated employment center trends - access to walkable, existing amenities and housing options to attract employees. All of the uses are designed to benefit each other and increase usability and sustainability. GCORGkTC7WN 7txws Additional Benefits • It will aid in the diversification of the Citys tax base with multiple additional revenue sources, which will help to sustain Georgetown's low property tax rate. • Citizens indicated a desire for quality jobs as a priority in the 2018 citizen survey. Only 56% of residents felt that employment opportunities are good or excellent. CiIt.7RC.ET(7Wk CrS� nr(;M)fS[Krn%.A Tf XAti Assessed Value Estimates Traditional Develo ment vs Wolf Lakes PUD ,9$Mf 1.4 waap - — +rn.orq�oa savwame ern xe000 �m voa aw i+eP kRAi �0 �e,r.far» •eraefG► xana_�x :va ara trM xn.vx aro IiMrx� rlr un "M no am am) M —*J"M,.ervaA-�rsr•d[f. ..-«a Safeguards for the City • The TI RZ incentive structure is reimbursement only for a portion of property taxes to the City and County for this development only • It ensures that the master developer only receives funds for eligible infrastructure projects after the valuation for the property increases and 150,000 SF of commercial development is permitted • The TIRZ is performance based, but also will be capped at $130M of reimbursement, with $30M capped at the County increment and $100M capped from the City increment. Actual increment revenue will be based upon annual assessed values and the build out timeframe - No debt will be issued for the TIRZ to reimburse the developer The increment will be paid annually based upon actual tax revenue generated • The PUD establishes the framework for the development and limits the ratio of residential to commercial units to guarantee commercial development 4 CiF c�F2(.t fl)WN C I[v tit (;voC)3v1q," n IIXAN Infrastructure Summary - Reimbursable TIRZ reimburses for public infrastructure ONLY, including • Onsite infrastructure $45.6M — Roads, utilities, drainage • Parking structures (5) $35M • Electric onsite and offsite $6.2M • Gas and fiber optic lines $2M • Offsite water and wastewater $1 M • Memorial Drive and Traffic Impact off-site $3.5M • Common areas/open space/trails $8.2M • Total $102M • teresUcarrying costs also eligible for reimb. up to revenue cap GfIlR-ATL?WN Cit orC'00TS14crt•n ( Summary— Property Taxes/TIF • Financials - TIF reimbursements — City TIF = estimated $91 M over 30 years (70%) . x,14 s al rii t;i1)0 ii i,::s} pud aE � i ( u'' — County TIF = estimated $19M over 20 years (50%) • County's capped at $30M for road and drainage only — Total TIF reimbursement - $130M • Cash generated through additional annual tax revenue • Base Year of 2018 • Reimbursement only — developer reimbursed as tax venue is generated Li 1 o1zC. I El1bYN t �[1' of Georsrt(l n [ r Xn. Changes since first reading • Clarification on language for City's cap of $100 million and the language Sections 5 and 8 • Members of the TIRZ board — Change per Council 11/27 ORIGINAL NEW/FINAL - Mayor -Mayor - Councilmember District 2-Councilmember Dist 2 - City Manager -City Manager - City Planning Director -City Planning Director - Chair of the City's 4A Board-vetFhnr ref ri? ,•�- JA 80ard Two representatives from Wilco -Two reps from Wilco CrEC1RC;L '6WN r[r} of Gemsimovia rtxn. Clarifications to Section 5 • Section 5. The Zone shall take effect on adoption of this Ordinance, and the termination of the Zone shall occur on December 31, 2049, or at an earlier time designated by subsequent ordinance of the City Council, or at such time subsequent to the issuance of any tax increment bonds, if any, that all project costs, tax increment bonds, notes or other obligations of the Zone, and the interest thereon, if any, have been pall In fu11. Notfflthst din he foregpjng Cauinc il.may lerminate the Zone- for anyoneor-more,o[_the.tollo�ring. �thepitKandthe devgtoper�ovrner,of.the_real_propertyin.theZone - r ihe Zone t oWent Agreement'J,_(u)if_completion.of-c.onstruction.of,atle_a_st_-.1.5.0.0.0.0-s_quare_feet.of_commercial (fillif the County does nol.enter inlo_an agreement -with -the Gityto_partkipate_trune_Zone_by con ibuIJ . a de siGngJr_t o lhs_T.ax_Increment.F.und[iffy_.gersent.(S.Q° �,percentfor_a_pertc of_Mcenty_(2QLye:ar%-or_tor_such_otfter -f g2ntribution as M& b2 set forth in Jbg aoMoment with the Qb pigl ipate in_the.Zone, and (rv) lhe-_aggregaepaymenLohe.m_c.ontfibCxm kto the Tarr lr►crsrrient Fund atz�fonn nerQlfl and the maximum cont Sltiors of the Coun>�,jg thIlm [ep]EI>3iFund.as,may_b,e set IodhirL the agreement-w4t_the iity_to pacbcjpate_in_the_Zone. Grl11tC:1 , XA11, Clarifications I, Clarifications to Section 8 Section 8 The City will participate in the Zone by contributing and depositing into the Tax increment Fund seventy percent (70%) of the City's Tax Increment from real property ad valorem taxes collected in the Zone for a period of thirty (30) years not to exceed One,.u real Million Dollars (S100.00.00.00) The Tax Increment contributed by the City and any taxing unit participating in the Zone to the Tax Increment Fund may only be expended after the commencement and completion of 150 000 square feet of commercial improvements prior to the reimbursement for eligible expenses for public infrastructure for the eligible projects set forth in the Zone Project and Financing Plan In addition, at any point if the residential units increase beyond the initial approved Planned Unit Development of 2,500, the City will seek the approval of the County before expending tax increment funds. The Countv is anticipated to participate in the Zone by_contribuhng and_depositing into. the_Iax_Incremen.t.Fund.fifty perc.ent(50°J�) of the Counly_s TaxJncremenLirom.real.propertyad valo_rem_laxes_c,ollested_ithe_Zczne for-aLiperiod of Y 01 years not to exceed Thirty Million WIlars [530.00.00-00 L AiG kTUrcWN City of Gefmvn I , Persons signed up to speak on Item Al included: Mike Rainer Comments and concerns voiced included: Moved in 1993 and planned to retire here Heart and soul in Georgetown Georgetown is or was a bedroom community Not like Austin or Round Rock Smart growth has maintained the heart Uncontrolled growth destroys a town like a cancer Georgetown caught the disease Multi story condominiums Storage facility Massive project might overbuild the capacity of the city Should require TIA Roadway construction will be a problem DB wood to 135 take 4 light changes Scale needs to be rolled back Grow and preserve the heart and soul Motion by Nicholson, second by Eby, to approve Item Al. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AJ. Second Reading of an Ordinance to vacate and abandon all streets, alleys and rights of way in Rivers Hill Sec. 2 and the Amended River Hills Sec. 3 to Wolf Lakes LP; and to authorize the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to complete the abandonment -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager (action required) Real Estate Services Manager, Travis Baird, spoke on an ordinance to vacate and abandon streets, alleys and rights of way in Sections 2 and 3 in Rivers Hill.. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Baird read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AJ. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AK. Second Reading of an Ordinance zoning for traffic and rate of speed therein, in the City Limits of the City of Georgetown, on DB Wood from SH 29 (University Drive) to Wolf Ranch Parkway adding a 40 MPH zone, on Wolf Ranch Parkway from DB Wood to Southwest Bypass adding a 40 MPH zone, on Southwest Bypass from Wolf Ranch Parkway to Leander Rd adding a 55 MPH zone, defining speeding and fixing a penalty therefore declaring what may be a sufficient complaint in prosecutions hereunder with a saving clause repealing conflicting laws and establishing an effective date -- Octavio Garza, P.E., Public Works Director, and Joshua Canter, E.I.T., Public Works Engineer (action required) Public Works Director, Octavio Garza, spoke on traffic and speed limits on DB Wood. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Garza read the caption. Motion by Nicholson, second by Jonrowe, to approve Item AK. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AL. Second Reading of an Ordinance for the Voluntary Annexation and designation of Local Commercial (C- 1) zoning district for an approximate 6.375 -acre tract of land out of the Lewis P. Dyches Survey, Abstract No. 171, and Country Road 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 (action required) Long Range Planning Manager, Nat Waggoner, spoke on the annexation of property to be known as Highland Village 2. He noted that this was a second reading and there had been no changes since the first reading. Waggoner read the caption. Motion by Gonzalez, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AL. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) AM. Second Reading of an Ordinance rezoning approximately 164 acres in the JP Pulsifer and C. Stubblefield Survey, located at the northwest corner of 1-35 and W University Ave (SH -29), from Agriculture (AG), General Commercial (C-3), Local Commercial (C-1), and Single Family Residential (RS) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) District -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director (action required) Planning Director, Sofia Nelson spoke on a rezoning ordinance for the Wolf Lakes PUD. She said at the last meeting there had been a question about the connection of trails. Nelson said the sidewalk will be constructed on Wolf Lakes Parkway along with the bike trail presently there. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson, to approve Item AM. Councilmember Jonrowe asked if the developer is providing the sidewalk. Nelson said yes, as developed, but that the bike trail already exists. Jonrowe asked why the sidewalk would be done incrementally instead of all at once. Nelson said this is done to avoid damage to sidewalks during construction. Approved: 6-0 (Hesser absent) Project Updates AN. 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 spoke on the City Center building project and how it was moving forward. He said the last City Council meeting to be held in the present Council Chambers would be January 22nd and the first meeting in the new Council Chambers would be February 12. He said employees will move the 31d week in January and a large ribbon cutting will be held in February. 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 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. AO. Max Marion would like to address the Council about banning plastic bags for the prevention of pollution Mrs. Marion called earlier in the day to reschedule her son's address to Council to later in January. 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. AP. 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: Deliberations about Real Property - Northwest Blvd, Parcel 3 -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager - Rivery Blvd, Parcel 15 -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager - Rivery Blvd, Parcel 16 — Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager - Downtown Buildings Sales Update 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 Adjournment Motion by Fought, second by Nicholson, to adjourn the meeting. Mayor Ross adjourned the meeting at 8.58 PM Approved by the Georgetown City Council on ate -(IL ) L Dale Ross, Mayor Attest: City Secnvskk