HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 11.26.2019 CC-RNotice of a Meeting of the
Governing Body of the
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 6:00 PM at the Council
Chambers at 510 West 911, St., Georgetown, Texas.
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Mayor Ross called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. The following Council Members were in
attendance. Mayor Dale Ross; Valerie Nicholson, Council Member District 2; Mike Triggs,
Council Member District 3; Steve Fought, Council Member District 4; Kevin Pitts, Council
Member District 5; Rachael Jonrowe, Council Member District 6; and Tommy Gonzalez, District
7. District 1 is vacant.
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
- Joe Ibanez with Church of the Nazarene led the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance
- Council Member Fought led both the US and State pledges.
Comments from the Mayor
- ICMA Award Presentation
- ARMA International Award Presentation
City Council Regional Board Reports
- No reports
Announcements
- No announcements
Action from Executive Session
Motion by Nicholson to authorize the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council of the City of
Georgetown, to sign and execute the proposed Possession and Use Agreement in The City of
Georgetown, Texas v. Forster & Giles, a partnership pursuant to the terms discussed in
Executive Session. Second by Pitts.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
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 November 12, 2019 and Special Meeting held on November 18, 2019 --
Robyn Densmore, City Secretary
C. Consideration and possible action to approve the reappointment of Mary Faith Sterk as the
City of Georgetown's representative on the Williamson County and Cities Health District
Board -- Mayor Dale Ross
D. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution to renew medical stop loss
insurance coverage with United Healthcare for the 2020 plan year -- Tadd Phillips, HR
Director
E. Forwarded from Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB):
Consideration and possible action to award a contract to Patin Construction, LLC of Taylor,
Texas for the construction of the Shell Road Sidewalk Improvement project in the amount
of $229,825.00 -- Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems Engineering Director
F. Forwarded from Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order KPA-20-004 with Kasberg, Patrick
& Associates, LP of Georgetown, Texas, for professional services related to the Lakeway and
Williams Drive Intersection improvements in the amount of $252,450.00 -- Wesley Wright,
P.E., Systems Engineering Director
G. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to execute Task Order No. CDM-19-006-TO with CDM
Smith Inc. and to execute an Inter -local Agreement between the City of Georgetown and the
Brazos River Authority for the sharing of costs of an Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR)
Assessment Project in the amount of $165,000.00 -- Glenn W. Dishong, Water Utilities
Director
H. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve Task Order CDM-20-001-TO with CDM
Smith, Inc. for American Water Infrastructure Act Risk and Resilience Evaluation in the
amount of $150,000.00 -- Glenn W. Dishong, Water Utilities Director
I. Forwarded from Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board (GUS):
Consideration and possible action to approve a Second Renewal with Wesco Distribution,
Inc. to provide Honeywell electric meters and related items for the Advanced Metering
Infrastructure system in an amount not to exceed $420,000.00 -- Leticia Zavala, Customer
Care Director
Motion by Fought to approve the entire Consent Agenda as presented, second by Pitts.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
Legislative Regular Agenda
J. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution casting City of Georgetown votes
for the election of the Williamson Central Appraisal District (WCAD) Board of Directors --
Shirley J. Rinn, Executive Assistant to the City Manager and David Morgan, City Manager
Rinn presented the item and asked that Council cast their votes tonight for their nominees
and split the vote amongst them.
Rinn read the caption
Motion by Pitts, second by Nicholson.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
K. Consideration and possible action to participate in the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization (CAMPO) "Call for Projects" to be included in the new 2045 Regional
Transportation Plan (RTP) -- Ray Miller, Acting Director of Public Works
Miller presented the item and noted that on October 31, 2019, CAMPO announced or opened
a "Call for Projects" for the 2045 Regional Transportation Plan (RT)P. He added that members
of CAMPO and/or political subdivisions within the CAMPO study area can submit an
application that shows proposed candidate projects. Miller stated that the "Call for Projects"
is intended to capture projects for the years 2025 and out to 2045 and is not a funded call for
projects. He added that a listing of projects that must be included in the CAMPO 2045 Long
Range Plan. Miller stated that if a transportation project is not listed in the CAMPO Long
Range Plan, then it would not be eligible for Federal funding when Federal funding becomes
available. He added that while projects may be listed in years beyond 2025 or even 2035, the
projects can always be brought forward based on the availability of funding and need. Miller
then reviewed the projects currently listed in 2040 RTP: Airport Drive from IH-35 to Berry
Creek Drive - widen from 2 lanes to 4lanes divided; D.B. Woods from Oak Ridge Pkwy to
SH-29 - widen from 2 lanes to 4 lanes divided; DB Woods from Williams Drive to Cedar
Breaks Road - widen from 2 lanes to 4 lanes divided; Inner Loop Phase 1 from IH-35 N to IH-
35 S - widen from 2 lanes to 4 lanes divided; North and South Austin Avenue Bridges -
reconstruct north and south bridges; SE Inner Loop Phase 1 from IH-35 N to Sam Houston -
Widen to 4 lanes divided (within Freeway ROW) which is a continuation of SW By-Pass/Sam
Houston; Shell Road from SH-195 to Williams - widen from 2 lanes to 4 lanes divided;
Southwest By -Pass from SH-29 to Leander Road - new divided principal arterial (within
Freeway ROW); Westinghouse Road from IH-35 to FM 1460 - widen from 4 lanes to 6 lanes;
and Wolf Ranch Pkwy from SH-29 to SW By -Pass - construct new collector undivided. He
then reviewed the proposed projects for 2045 RTP, adding that projects from 2040 Plan will
be moved forward: SE Inner Loop & IH-35 Intersection - need to improve alignment of SE
Inner Loop with SW By -Pass at IH-35; Williams Drive from Austin Avenue to Ronald Reagan
- Widen to 4 or 6 lanes divided; FM 971 from Gann Street to City of Georgetown Water
Treatment Plant- Widen to 4 lanes divided; SH-29 from Southwestern to Patriots Way -
widen to 5 lanes or 4 lanes divided; SH-29 from Wolf Ranch Pkwy to SW By -Pass - widen to
4 or 6 lanes divided; and Sam Houston from terminus of Sam Houston east to SH-29. Miller
provided a map with the proposed projects and reviewed the next steps.
Motion by Pitts, second by Nicholson.
Pitts asked if some of projects are already completed. Miller responded that they are planned
but not completed and noted that some of the proposed work is to expand existing roads.
Nicholson asked if this was a wish list of projects. Miller responded that this is intended to
plan for future improvements. Nicholson asked if there was any prioritization. Miller
responded no.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
L. First Reading of an Ordinance amending the FY2019 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
Diaz presented the item and noted that it is a follow-up from a previously presented
workshop item.
Diaz read the caption.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Nicholson.
Mayor Ross explained that Council reviewed this item thoroughly at Workshop earlier today.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
M. First Reading of an Ordinance for the annexation of approximately 80.79 acres of the City -
owned right-of-way situated in part in the Joseph Thompson Survey, Abstract No. 608, in
part in the John Powell Survey, Abstract No. 491, and in part of the Lewis J. Dyches Survey,
Abstract No. 180, to be known as the Southwest Bypass -- Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP
Waggoner presented the item and reviewed a map of the property. He then reviewed the
annexation process and meeting schedule.
Waggoner read the caption.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Pitts.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
N. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance on a request to rezone approximately 2.55
acres out of the Nicholas Porter Survey, Abstract No. 497, from the Residential Single -Family
(RS) district to the Office (OF) district, for the property generally located at 1625 Williams
Drive -- Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Irby presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Aerial Map, Zoning Map, and Future
Land Use Map. She then reviewed what is allowed under Mixed Use Neighborhood Center
(MUNC) and Office zonings. Irby reviewed the approval criteria and noted that the project
either complies or partially complies in all considered areas. She stated that at their
September 17, 2019 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) recommended
denial of the request (6-1).
Irby read the caption.
Mayor asked McNabb what the required vote of Council was needed to approve this.
McNabb responded that a super majority is needed and consulted the Code of Ordinances.
Josh Baran representing the developer and JAB Engineering spoke and stated that he was
asked to pull the case by the applicant. Baran provided the history of the project and noted
that there is a possibility of the project coming back with Planned Unit Development (PUD)
request.
Mayor Ross clarified that the item needs to pulled tonight and will be brought back. Baran
responded that the project will go back to P&Z.
Mayor Ross pulled the item with consent of the rest of Council.
McNabb confirmed, for future reference, that the needed super majority would be 5 council
members with District 1 vacant.
No vote was taken on this item.
O. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone
an approximately 17.35-acre tract of land in the David Wright Survey, Abstract No. 13, from
the Agriculture (AG) to the Industrial (IN) zoning district, for the property generally located
at 3001 N IH 35 to be known as Georgetown Motion -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP,
Current Planning Manager
Davila - Quintero presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Aerial Map, and Future
Land Use Map. She then reviewed what is allowed in the Employment Center (EC) and
Industrial (IN) zonings and the approval criteria noting that the project complies in all
considered areas. Davila -Quintero stated that public notifications were provided to six
property owners within the 300' buffer and notice was placed in the Sun Newspaper on
October 20, 2019. She added that signs were posted on the property and to date, staff has not
received any public comments. Davila -Quintero stated that at their November 5, 2019
meeting the Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously in favor of the request (7-0).
Davila -Quintero read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 6:47 p.m. and closed at the same time as there were
no speakers.
Motion by Pitts, second by Nicholson.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
P. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone
an approximately 51.445-acre tract of land in the W. Addison Survey, Abstract No. 21, and J.
Robertson Survey, Abstract No. 545, from the Agriculture (AG) to the Residential Single -
Family (RS) (approximately 49 acres) and Neighborhood Commercial (CN) (approximately
2.445 acres) zoning districts, for the property generally located at 3001 Westinghouse Road
to be known as Sridgehaven -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Davila — Quintero presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Aerial Map, and Future
Land Use Map. She then reviewed what is allowed in the Low Density Residential (LDR),
Moderate Density Residential (MDR), Residential Single -Family (RS), and Neighborhood
Commercial (CN) zonings. Davila -Quintero then reviewed the approval criteria and noted
that the project complies in all considered areas. She added that at their November 5, 2019
meeting the Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously in favor of the request (7-0).
Davila -Quintero read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 6:54 p.m. and closed at the same time as there were
no speakers.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Pitts.
Gonzalez asked why only 2.4 acres are committed to commercial. Davila -Quintero responded
that the entrance to the neighborhood will have daycares and other supporting uses.
Gonzalez noted that with Westinghouse frontage going away there is not room for much
business and he finds it hard to support projects without these types of amenities.
Nicholson asked of the applicant already own near Maple and if any of the property near
Maple is intended to be commercial. Davila -Quintero responded that there is a strip of land
referenced that is already zoned residential.
Mayor Ross asked what is in the cutout on the map. Davila -Quintero responded that it is a
lift station.
Approved 4-2 (District 1 vacant, Triggs and Gonzalez against).
Q. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for the voluntary annexation of an
approximate 30.14-acre tract of land in the William Addison Survey, Abstract No. 21, and
approximately 1.182 acres of Rockride Lane, a right-of-way of varying width of record
described to Williamson County, Texas, and designation of initial zoning of Residential
Single -Family (RS) zoning district, for the property generally located at 2488 Rockride
Lane to be known as Rockride Lane Subdivision -- Nat Waggoner, AICP, PMP, Long Range
Planning Manager
Waggoner presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Aerial Map, Zoning Map, and
Future Land Use Map. He then reviewed what is allowed in the Residential Single -Family
(RS) zoning and reviewed the approval criteria and noted that the project complies in all
considered areas. Waggoner stated that at their meeting on November 5, 2019 the P&Z voted
unanimously in favor of the request (7-0). He then reviewed annexation process and meeting
schedule.
Waggoner read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 7:03 p.m. and closed at the same time as there were
no speakers.
Motion by Pitts, second by Nicholson.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
R. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone
a 10.00-acre tract in the David Wright Survey, Abstract No. 13, the same being the remnant
portions of Lots 12 and 13 of the San Gabriel Estates Subdivision, from the Agriculture (AG)
district to the Local Commercial (C-1) district, for the property generally located at 3800
Williams Drive -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Davila -Quintero presented the item and reviewed the Aerial Map and Zoning Map. She then
reviewed what is allowed in the Moderate Density Residential (MDR), Mixed Use
Neighborhood Center (MUNC), Community Commercial (CC), and Local Commercial (C-1)
zonings. Davila -Quintero reviewed the approval criteria and noted that the project complies
in all considered areas and noted that at their November 5, 2019 meeting the Planning &
Zoning Commission voted unanimously in favor of the request (7-0).
Davila -Quintero read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 7:09 p.m.
Jason Rogers, project applicant, spoke and reviewed plans for the property and noted that the
developer had made accommodations to work with residents. Pitts stated that he appreciated
the developer working with community next door. He then asked about the demand for this
type of use. Rogers responded that the demand is still there, and his group offers a higher
end product.
Christine Attoun, resident of Deer Haven, and expressed her concern with the Planning Dept
is requiring developers to connect driveways. She then thanked the Abbey Development for
working with neighborhood.
Diane McIntyre spoke and reiterated what Ms. Attoun's concerns about connected driveways.
Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 7:22 p.m.
Mayor Ross asked the developer about traffic related to age restricted facilities and how many
tenants the product would hold. Rogers responded that there would be approximately 350-
400 residents and that memory care and assisted living residents won't drive but will have
visitors. Curtis Lee, civil engineer with applicant, stated that senior living has about half as
much traffic as the average neighborhood.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Nicholson.
Gonzalez noted the possibility of future connectivity issues and things get built out and noted
that Council needs to look at this at higher level than just the individual applicant.
Jonrowe asked when the requested variance would come back to Council. Davila -Quintero
responded that P&Z is approving authority on that. Jonrowe then stated that, related to
connectivity, the City should look at if they are creating an alternate road or connecting
errands.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance on a request for a Special Use Permit for
an Event Facility specific use in the Mixed Use Downtown (MU-DT) zoning district, for the
property located at 113 East 8th Street, bearing the legal description of Lot 5, and a portion of
Lots 6, 7 and 8, Block 40, of the Revised Map of City of Georgetown, to be known as City Post
-- Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Irby presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Surrounding Area Map, Future Land
Use Map, Character Areas Map, and Zoning Map. She then reviewed what is allowed by a
Special Use Permit (SUP) and the associated conditions. Irby then reviewed the approval
criteria and noted that the project either complies or partially complies in all considered areas.
She then noted that at their meeting on November 5, 2019, the P&Z recommended approval
of the request (7-0).
Irby read the caption.
Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez.
Jonrowe provided general feedback for event centers and asked that they be considered for
inclusion in the downtown master plan. She added that event centers need to be revisited
and their impact on the downtown area. Jonrowe said that enforcement of noise ordinance
leads to code enforcement issues being forced up on the Police Department. She asked that
Council readdress the feasibility of a residential parking zone in the area.
Pitts asked if this SUP is just for the use of the second floor. Irby responded that is correct.
Pitts noted that this only governs the top floor. Irby responded that is correct. Jonrowe asked
if the SUP will be limited to the square footage on the second floor only. Irby noted that is a
good catch by Council Member Pitts and that Council can place a condition that limits the use
to the second floor. Pitts asked if the parking requirement is for the second floor use only.
Irby responded that there is no written parking requirement at all. Pitts added that he is
curious if downtown will be able to support four event centers. He stated that he is in favor
because Council had an understanding of use when the building was sold.
Fought stated that the parking issue drives home the need for more parking spaces and every
parking garage discussed should be built. He added that a resident parking zone needs to be
designated.
Gonzalez stated that the parking shown is existing parking, which highlights the point of the
existing parking problem.
Mayor Ross noted that there is a City lot two blocks away. Irby responded 145 spots. Mayor
Ross stated that Council wants the area to be pedestrian friendly and the lot could be more
heavily utilized.
Jonrowe stated that she agrees with the Master Plan on parking requirements.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 7:48 p.m.
Kevin Cummins, project applicant, stated that the proposed use is 100% what was proposed
and previously approved by Council. He added that this event facility is not intended for the
primary use to be weddings and that the secondary utilization would be for additional
restaurant seating.
Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing 7:50 p.m.
Motion by Pitts, second by Fought.
Jonrowe offered an amendment to limit the SUP to the upper most level only, second by Pitts..
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
Original motion.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
T. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone
an approximately 45.819-acre tract of land out of and part of the John Berry Survey Number
3, Abstract Number 51, from the General Commercial (C-3), High Density Multi -Family
(MF-2) and Townhouse (TH) to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district with
a base of General Commercial (C-3) and Low Density Multi -Family (MF-1) for the property
generally located at the southwest corner of the FM 971 and SH 130 Toll intersection --
Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
Davila -Quintero presented the item and reviewed the Location Map, Aerial Map, and Future
Land Use Map. She then reviewed what is allowed the High Density Residential (HDR) and
Planned Unit Development (PUD) zonings. Davila -Quintero stated that this PUD is
requesting to have a base zoning district of Low Density Multi -Family (MF-1), and General
Commercial (C-3) where 34 acres can be developed as MF-1, a maximum of 200 dwelling
units, at a minimum of 6 dwelling units per acre. She reviewed the difference between the
previous PUD submitted and the newly proposed PUD. Davila -Quintero reviewed the
residential and commercial features of the proposed PUD. She then showed illustrations of
possible design elements and reviewed the approval criteria and noted that the project
complies in all considered areas. Davila -Quintero stated that at their November 5, 2019
meeting the Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously in favor of the request (7-0).
Davila -Quintero read the caption.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 8:04 p.m.
Peter Verdicchio, applicant, thanked Council and noted that he took their direction to review
the PUD. He added that the applicant moved items from partially complies to complies and
noted KB Homes commitment to the project. Gonzalez thanked Verdicchio for listening to
Council and coming back with new plan. He asked for an amendment for Council to consider
a sidewalk to connect to the nearby school. Verdicchio responded that KB has reached out to
school and started dialogue to provide a safe route from the neighborhood to the school.
Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing at 8:10 p.m.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Pitts.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
U. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment
to amend the 2030 Comprehensive Plan to adopt the Bike Master Plan as an element of the
Comprehensive Plan -- Ray Miller, Acting Public Works Director
Waggoner assisted with the presentation and presented 2030 Comprehensive Plan
amendment. He then provided the staff analysis that has reviewed the request and the criteria
for approval under Section 3.04.30 of the Unified Development Code and finds: the
application is complete and the information contained within the application is sufficient and
correct enough to allow adequate review and final action; and the amendment promotes the
health, safety or general welfare of the City and the safe orderly, and healthful development
of the City. Waggoner stated that in considering Amendments to the Plan, staff considered
the following: the need for the proposed change; the effect of the proposed change on the
need for City services and facilities; the compatibility of the proposed change with the existing
uses and development patterns of nearby property and with the character of the
neighborhood; and the implications, if any, that the amendment may have for other parts of
the Plan. He added that the completion and implementation of the Bicycle Master Plan is a
recommendation of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan: to fulfill Goal #1 of the 2030 Plan — "...
well -integrated transportation, public facilities..."; the 2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies a
lack of bicycle connectivity, and outlines the need to build key transportation linkages; and
recommendations 9.3 and 9.10 of the 2015 Overall Transportation Plan Update (OTP).
Waggoner stated that the proposed change complies with the approval criteria in the UDC.
He added that the Planning and Zoning Commission did hold a Public Hearing on the Bike
Master Plan on November 19, 2019, and upon completion of the Public Hearing voted
unanimously to recommend its approval as a 2030 Comprehensive Plan element. Waggoner
stated that legal notice advertising the public hearing was placed in the Sun Newspaper on
November 3, 2019 and to date, staff has received zero (0) comments in favor or in opposition
to the request.
Miller then presented the Bicycle Master Plan. He reviewed the existing bicycle network and
the vision statement stating: Georgetown will have a safe, well-connected bicycle network
that is accessible to all ages, abilities, and backgrounds; supports the local economy; and
improves the experience of everyone biking in the community. He then reviewed the five
goals of: promote safety for cycling on and of road; develop connectivity to provide access to
popular destinations; enhance equity in bike access; support the economy through bicycling;
and foster a bicycle friendly culture. Miller reviewed the proposed bicycle system and noted
the planning and design of the bicycle network are guided by the Plan Vision, Goals, and
Objectives, and that the essential elements of the proposed system can be characterized using
the "54-3-2-1" framework. He then reviewed the types of bicycle infrastructure and noted
that it is not feasible nor economical to provide bicycle treatment on all streets, roadways, and
intersections. Miller stated that The Plan proposes five types of common bicycle treatments:
off-street path, physically protected bike lane, buffered bike lane, striped bike lane, and
sharrow. He added that the application of each type should be based on the assessment of
system needs and local conditions. Miller then reviewed the phasing and timeline and noted
that it is recommended that the bike master plan be implemented in two tiers: Tier 1 addresses
"easy wins" and high impact projects with low capital requirements, including painting
sharrows and posting wayfinding signs throughout the city; Tier 1 also includes the Top Ten
projects identified by the plan; Tier 2 includes striping conventional and buffered lanes on
newly developed streets, and streets scheduled for upgrades in the future as identified by the
Public Works Department; and Tier 2 also incorporates large, high cost projects, such as
significant intersection connections, bridge connections, and protected bicycle lanes. He then
reviewed the Top 10 priority projects map and recommended infrastructure treatments.
Miller then reviewed the cost estimate. Miller noted that The Plan includes policy
recommendations and noted that Georgetown's city ordinances and Unified Development
Code (UDC) are the main regulatory documents for building bike infrastructure in the city,
providing guidance and a legal framework for builders and residents. He added that portions
of the code should be amended to better serve the needs of bike riders, and the City should
work to ensure that its transportation facilities are serving all residents, regardless of
transportation mode choice. Miller stated that maintenance and safety are two key issues that
must be considered. He then reviewed the plan changes based on public comment and the
proposed adoption schedule. Miller noted that "this planning effort is the result of
community dedication and resolve to create safe and healthful biking opportunities for all of
Georgetown and is dedicated in memory of Tommy Ketterhagen."
Miller read the caption.
Pitts asked if there is budgeting for phasing in the current fiscal year. Miller responded no,
but it will be part of the upcoming CIP. Pitts asked if the City was resurfacing a road. Miller
responded that staff would see if the changes could be accommodated. Pitts noted the bike
lane in Serenada are not City roads but included in plan. Miller stated that the inclusion cam
from communicating with public and showing connectivity. Pitts offered more comments
and concerns related to Luna Trail accommodating a bike lane. Miller responded that the
plan is up for consideration and amendments. Pitts asked if feasibility of the roads was
considered. Miller responded yes, to some extent.
Mayor Ross asked if this plan represents an ideal situation. Miller responded correct.
Jonrowe asked if these types of projects could these be done on a bond. Miller respond yes,
and would open up to CAMPO funding and pursue all funding possibilities.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing 8:29 p.m.
Tom Ketterhagen, father of Tommy Ketterhagen, speakE on behalf of Tommy's family and
friends. He added that he has followed the plan from the beginning, and it is very impressive
and well done and would address safety.
Mayor Ross closed the Public Hearing closed at 8:31 p.m.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Fought.
Jonrowe wanted to acknowledge time and effort put into plan and hopes it gets submitted for
awards. Miller responded that it has been presented. Jonrowe appreciated the layers of
collaboration.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
V. Public Hearing and possible action on a proposed determination of no feasible or prudent
alternative to the use of a portion of public parkland, being the south side of Blue Hole
parking lot at Rock Street, for the installation of wastewater line -- Travis Baird, Real Estate
Services Manager
Baird presented the item and asked that it be postponed until December 10th.
No Public Hearing was held because the item was postponed.
Motion to postpone this item for consideration until the December 10, 2019 Council meeting
by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
W. First Reading of an Ordinance to close and abandon a portion of 6th Street pursuant to
Section 311.007 of the Texas Transportation Code, for the safety and public benefit of the
municipality at large, to the City of Georgetown, Texas; and to authorize the mayor to execute
all documents necessary to complete the abandonment -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services
Manager
Baird presented the item and reviewed the background of the proposal. He then provided
Council the following additional information: the encroachment will reduce the right of way
profile to a width below that identified for this roadway in the Downtown Master Plan; the
major components of the Plan will continue to be met; street parking on the south side of 6th
Street would not be possible, but would be compensated by increased spaces provided by the
garage; and street trees/street side landscaping and sidewalks would be installed as called for
in the Master Plan.
Jonrowe stated her displeasure with the scale of the proposed parking garage and the current
state of the process. Morgan responded that when the project was originally proposed staff
was directed to seek how to maximize number of spaces within the zoning limitations. He
added that the project has moved through the process and is working through design process.
Morgan noted that staff provided a Council workshop providing consensus.
Mayor Ross noted that the item before Council does not relate to the scope and scale of
parking garage. Jonrowe responded that there are still are many unanswered questions.
Lots of general and thorough discussion about the process being utilized, design of the
garage, parking study, impacted infrastructure, costs, and loss of existing parking spaces.
Baird read the caption.
Motion by Fought, second by Pitts.
Susan Firth yielded her time to Scott Firth. Mr. Firth spoke as a resident and member of
parking garage steering committee. He added that tonight he is only representing himself
and asked Council to vote no. Mr. Firth noted that he has concerns with safety, traffic, and
location of the proposed garage.
Council then had addition discussion on the location, need for future parking garages, ADA
accessibility, and loss of existing parking spaces.
Gonzalez noted that if this item is approved tonight it doesn't change anything today. He
added that this is a procedural step and it is still early in the process.
Triggs asked if the City has signed the contract for the architect. Eric Johnson, CIP Manager,
responded yes. Triggs stated that he found it disturbing that this information was not
available then and asked why would voting no today delay the process. Morgan responded
that voting no does not delay process but does effect timeline for construction. He added that
if Council wants to delay this action, staff can still work through the process.
Approved 4-2 (District 1 vacant, Triggs and Jonrowe against).
X. Second Reading of an Ordinance for the voluntary annexation of an approximate 0.306-
acre tract in the Joseph B. Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498, generally located in the 0-100
block of Skyline Road (generally adjacent to the Hillwood-Wolf Ranch subdivision and north
of the proposed Maravilla subdivision) -- Nat Waggoner,AICP, Long Range Planning
Manager
Waggoner presented the item and noted that there had been no changes since the first
reading.
Waggoner read the caption.
Motion by Nicholson, second by Fought.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
Y. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Section 1.12,
Georgetown Comprehensive Plan, of the City Code of Ordinances to adopt the Solid Waste
Master Plan as an element of the Comprehensive Plan -- Ray Miller, Acting Director of Public
Works
Miller presented the item and noted that there had been no changes since the first reading.
Miller read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Nicholson.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
Z. Second Reading of an Ordinance amending Section 13.04.180, "Rates and Charges —Solid
Waste Disposal — Schedule" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Georgetown -- Ray
Miller, Acting Director of Public Works
Miller presented the item and noted that there had been no changes since the first reading.
Miller read the caption.
Motion by Jonrowe, second by Gonzalez.
Approved 6-0 (District 1 vacant).
AA Consideration and possible action to approve an economic development retention
agreement with Citicorp Technology, Inc. -- David Morgan, City Manager
Morgan presented the item. He presented Items AA and AB together. Morgan provided the
project background and proposed retention incentive which is a reduction of the all-inclusive
kWh rate following the schedule: Nov. 1, 2019 - $0.062675 per kWh; May 1, 2019 - $0.053170
per kWh; Nov. 1, 2020 - $0.033465 per kWh; and until Nov. 1, 2024 - $0.033465 per kWh. He
then reviewed the compliance requirements and noted that compliance certifications will be
performed November 1 and May 1 during eligibility period. Morgan stated that Citigroup
must maintain the following monthly average minimums for the 12-month period prior to
each certification: 92% load factor; 6,000 kW of demand per month; and 4,000,000 kWhs per
month. He reviewed the proposed expansion incentive and noted that Citigroup will be
eligible once the average monthly kWh use exceeds 5,000,000 kWhs per month: all-inclusive
rate of $0.033465 per kWh for energy above 5,000,000 kWhs; property tax grant equivalent to
fifty percent (50%) of the City ad valorem taxes above a base of property value of
$275,000,000.00; and sales tax grant equal to 25% of the City sales tax receipts above the base
sales tax of $1,250,000.00 per year. Morgan the reviewed the penalty for non-compliance that
includes: property and tax reimbursements forfeited; rate per kWh converts to $0.076920; and
ability to come back into compliance at subsequent compliance certifications.
Motion by Gonzalez, second by Nicholson.
Mike Mayben signed up to speak as a citizen and a utility customer and stated his concerns
with the agreement.
Approved 5-1 (District 1 vacant and Jonrowe against).
AB Consideration and possible action to approve an economic development expansion
agreement with Citicorp Technology, Inc. -- David Morgan, City Manager
Morgan presented the item with Item AA.
Morgan read the caption.
Motion by Fought, second by Gonzalez.
Mike Mayben signed up to speak as citizen and a utility customer and continued to explain
his concerns with the agreement.
Pitts asked if was Bethapudi was briefed on this agreement. Morgan responded that he was
not because it was being worked on before Bethapudi joined the City.
Approved 5-1 (District 1 vacant and Jonrowe against).
Project Updates
AC Project updates and status reports regarding current and future transportation and traffic
project; street, sidewalk, and other infrastructure projects; police, fire and other public safety
projects; economic development projects; city facility projects, city technology projects and
downtown projects including parking enhancements, city lease agreements, sanitation
services, and possible direction to city staff -- David Morgan, City Manager
Morgan had no updates but was willing 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. Speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to 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) 931-7715 or csoa geargetown.or Speakers will be allowed up to
three minutes to speak.
AD At the time of posting, no persons had signed up to address the City Council.
Executive Session
In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas
Codes, Annotated, the items listed below will be discussed in closed session and are subject to
action in the regular session.
AE Sec. 551.071: Consultation with Attorney
Advice from attorney about pending or contemplated litigation and other matters on which
the attorney has a duty to advise the City Council, including agenda items
- Proposed Possession and Use Agreement in The City of Georgetown, Texas v. Forster &
Giles, a partnership
- Clearway
Sec. 551.086: Certain Public Power Utilities: Competitive Matters
- Purchase Power Update
Sec. 551.087: Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations
- Project Beige
Sec. 551:074: Personnel Matters
City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary and Municipal Judge: Consideration of the
appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal
- City Manager Work Plan Review
Adjournment
Motion by Fought, second by Pitts.
Approved 6-0.
Adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Approved by the Georgetown City Council on Oi
Date
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Dale Ross, Mayor
Attest: City S cretary