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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 02.09.2021 CC-RNotice of a Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas Tuesday, February 9, 2021 The Georgetown City Council will meet on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM via Teleconference 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 808 Martin Luther King, Jr Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Mayor Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6:25 p.m. The following Council Members were in attendance: Mayor Josh Schroeder; Mary Calixtro, Council Member District 1; Shawn Hood, 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, Council Member District 7. All Council Members were present via videoconferencing and a roll call was performed. 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 Pledge of Allegiance - Hood led both pledges. Comments from the Mayor - Promotion of Sgt. Stephen M. Kaminski Announcements Action from Executive Session Motion by Pitts to authorize a settlement offer in The City of Georgetown, Texas v. Alpha Westinghouse Ventures, L.L.C., a Texas Limited Liability Company et al. on the terms discussed in Executive Session, second by Triggs. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. 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 cs@ eorr etown.or . Speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to speak. B. At the time of posting no one had signed up to speak. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items 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. C. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the Workshop and Regular Meetings held on January 26, 2021 -- Robyn Densmore, City Secretary D. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution ordering a General Election to be held on May 1, 2021 for City Council Members for District 1, and District 5 -- Robyn Densmore, City Secretary E. Consideration and possible action to appoint the Council Compensation Committee -- Mayor Josh Schroeder F. Consideration and possible action to appoint Robert Hilton to the Georgetown Economic Development Corporation (GEDCO) to fill a vacancy -- Mayor Josh Schroeder G. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution granting a license for the encroachment of a staircase and of awnings in the rights of way of S. Austin Ave and W. 7th St. immediately adjacent to 119 W. 7th Street, and to authorize the Director of Planning to execute all necessary documents -- Odalis C. Suarez, Real Estate Services Coordinator This item was pulled and became the first item on the Legislative Regular Agenda H. Consideration and possible action to accept the 2020 Racial Profiling Report as mandated by the State Legislature -- Cory J. Tchida, Assistant Chief of Police I. Consideration and possible action on a Waterline Cost Participation Agreement with Santa Rita KC, LLC -- Wesley Wright, PE, Systems Engineering Director J. Forwarded from General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve selection of Valley View Consulting, LLC for Investment Advisory Services for an initial two-year term in the amount of $80,000.00 -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director K. Forwarded from the General Government and Finance Advisory Board (GGAF): Consideration and possible action to approve purchasing authority for fuel card services and related products with Fleetcor Technologies dba Fuelman in amount not to exceed $875,000.00 -- Stan Hohman, Fleet Services Manager L. Forwarded from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Consideration and possible action to approve a parkland maintenance agreement with Lakeside at Lake Georgetown Community Association -- Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director Motion by Pitt to approve the Consent Agenda, minus Item G as presented, second by Hood. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. Legislative Regular Agenda G. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution granting a license for the encroachment of a staircase and of awnings in the rights of way of S. Austin Ave and W. 7th St. immediately adjacent to 119 W. 7th Street, and to authorize the Director of Planning to execute all necessary documents -- Odalis C. Suarez, Real Estate Services Coordinator This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda and became the first item of the Legislative Regular portion of the agenda. Jonrowe aske for clarification on the need for the encroachment if only painting. Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Coordinator responded this feature comes off of the building and into the right of way. He added that when changes or improvements happens staff uses the opportunity to license things that were not licensed before. Motion to by Jonrowe, second by Pitts. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. M. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone approximately 92.612 acres out of the in the W. Stubblefield Survey from the Agriculture (AG) zoning district to the Residential Single -Family (RS) zoning district, for the property generally located 4250 University Ave. -- Sofia Nelson, Planning Director Nat Waggoner, Long Range Planning Manager, presented the item and reviewed the Location Map; Aerial Map; Future Land Use/Overall Transportation Plan Map; Neighborhood (NH) zoning designation; Zoning Map; Land Use Ratios for Neighborhood designation; Residential Single -Family (RS) designation; and Residential uses by right, with limitations, and permitted with a SUP. He noted that based on the approval criteria for UDC Section 3.06.030 the application complies in all areas. Waggoner stated that public notifications were sent to 19 property owners within the 300-foot buffer, notice was placed in the Williamson County Sun Newspaper on December 30, 2020, and signs were posted on the property. He continued that to date, staff has received two written comment in favor and zero written comments opposed. Waggoner stated that at their January 19, 2021 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request (7-0). Waggoner read the caption. Public hearing opened and closed at 6:47 p.m. as there were no speakers. Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. N. Public Hearing and First Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone 2.43 acres out of the Nicholas Porter Survey, Abstract No. 497, from the Local Commercial (C- 1) zoning district to the General Commercial (C-3) zoning district, for the property generally located at 1010 Clay Street -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director Nelson presented the item and reviewed the Location Map; Aerial Map; surrounding properties; Future Land Use/Overall Transportation Plan Map; Highway Commercial (HC) zoning designation; Land Use Ratios for Highway Commercial; Zoning Map; General Commercial (C-3) zoning designation; permitted uses by right, with limitations and with a SUP for both C-1 and C-3 designations; and key differences between C-1 and C-3 designations. She noted that based on the approval criteria for UDC Section 3.06.030 the application complies or partially complies in all areas. Nelson added that at their January 5, 2021 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request (4- 0). Nelson read the caption. Jonrowe asked about the uses in C-1; target uses; and the ability to have a heliport without a SUP. Nelson responded that the she unsure what the applicant has planned for the use and the heliport shows the age of the Unified Development Code (UDC). Mayor Schroeder opened and closed the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. as there were not speakers Motion by Pitts, second by Fought. Jonrowe stated that she will vote against this as it is not a huge difference in zonings, and she is concerned about increasing the density and how it could have a negative impact on neighbors nearby. Josh Baran, representing the applicant, responded that the primary reason for going C-3 is the higher density and height ability, and added that there will be a new intersection will be nearby. Jonrowe added that height was also something she was concerned about. Calixtro asked if the applicant knows what they will be doing on the site. Baran responded that he is not sure yet. He added that there is only one home behind the site that is used as an office, and the applicant is looking at retail on the bottom and possibly offices above. Baran continued that the height is needed for use and parking. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes jonrowe - No Gonzalez - Yes Approved 6-1 (jonrowe against.) O. First Reading of an Ordinance extending the franchise agreement with Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. and amending 14.20 of the Code of Ordinances relating to the terms and conditions of the franchise -- Bridget Hinze Weber, Assistant to the City Manager This item was pulled and not taken up for discussion or consideration by the Council. P. Consideration and possible action to approve a Municipal Services Agreement with Charles J. Johnson and Janice Lynn Dees for the provision of municipal services to an approximately 22.27-acre tract of land out of the Barney C. Low Survey, Abstract No. 385 and a 1.99-acre portion of Westinghouse Road, a right-of-way of varying width described to the City of Georgetown, Texas, generally located at 1100 and 1200 Westinghouse Road -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director Nelson presented the item and reviewed the Location Map; Aerial Map; Future Land Use/Overall Transportation Plan Map; Zoning Map; property history; current request; annexation process, and tentative schedule. Nelson read the caption. Mayor Schroeder asked about the 2011 annexation agreements and if they would be in play no matter what the intended use is. Nelson responded yes. Gonzalez asked for clarification on the Municipal Services Agreement (MSA). Nelson responded that the MSA starts the zoning process and does not lock Council into any form of initial zoning. Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. Q. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing the publication of Notice of Intention to Issue City of Georgetown, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation; Authorizing the Preparation of Offering Documents by Specialized Public Finance Inc. and Other Matters Related Thereto -- Leigh Wallace, Finance Director Wallace presented the item and noted that this is not the Mobility Bond item. She added that this is for debt already approved in the 2021 budget process. Wallace noticed that this notification item is required by law. She added that the bonds will be a total of $24.6 million including $10.7 million supported by property taxes and $13.9 million for self -supported obligations. Wallace noticed that the sale is planned for April 271" to allow for Council action that evening. Wallace read the caption. Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. R. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution determining costs of the proposed public improvements in the Parks at Westhaven Public Improvement District, approving a proposed Assessment Roll, and making related findings and determinations, in accordance with Chapter 372 -- Wayne Reed, Assistant City Manager Reed presented the item and reviewed the Parks at Westhaven PID timeline; possible action to approve a resolution determining the cost of the proposed projects and the proposed assessment roll for Parks at Westhaven PID; and next steps. Reed read the caption. Motion by Pitts, second by Gonzalez. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. S. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution pursuant to Government Code § 2206.053 finding that portions of a 58.6 acre tract out of the John H. Berry Survey, ABS 51, located at 2200 CR 152, Georgetown, Texas 78626, and a 116.6 acre tract out of the John H. Berry, ABS 51 and Joseph Berry Survey, ABS 61, located on FM 971, are necessary for the Berry Creek Interceptor Project and authorizing eminent domain proceedings, if necessary, for acquisition of real property to effectuate certain public improvements -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager Baird presented the item and noted that it was discussed in Executive Session Baird read the caption. Motion by Pitts that the City of Georgetown authorize the use of the power of imminent domain to acquire easement rights to portions of a 58.6 acre tract out of the John H. Berry Survey and a 116.6 acre tract out of the John H. Berry and Joseph Berry Surveys as described in agenda item S for the public purpose of constructing public utility infrastructure, second by Gonzalez. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. T. Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution calling for a Bond Election for May 1, 2021 -- Bridget Hinze Weber, Assistant to the City Manager Weber presented the item noting that it was discussed earlier in Workshop and reviewed the 2008 and 2015 bond projects; background; possible $90 million bond program; and included projects. Weber read the caption. Motion by Pitts, second by Hood. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. U. Second Reading of an Ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment to amend the Wolf Lakes Village Planned Unit Development (PUD), to revise the Transportation & Circulation Plan, consisting of approximately 164-acres of land in the J.P. Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498 and the C. Stubblefield Survey, Abstract No. 558, generally located on the north side of W. University Avenue between IH-35 and Wolf Ranch Parkway -- Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director Nelson presented the item and noted that there had been no changes since the first reading. Nelson read the caption. Motion by Pitts, second by Hood. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. V. Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Georgetown, Texas, amending Ordinance 2020-58 extending the duration of a temporary license to encroach process for expanded downtown seating and retail areas within city right of way and parking as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; repealing conflicting ordinances and resolutions; providing a severability clause; and setting an effective date -- Travis Baird, Real Estate Services Manager Baird presented the item and noted that there had been no changes since the first reading. Baird read the caption. Motion by Pitts, second by Hood. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes Jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. W. Consideration and possible action to direct City staff to provide a future workshop that summarizes current short-term rental activity in Georgetown and review potential options to address issues identified by the City Council -- Josh Schroeder, Mayor and David Morgan, City Manager Mayor Schroeder presented the item and noted the need for staff to provide a future workshop on the topic of short-term rentals to prevent possible problems. Jonrowe stated that the full scope of what to do with short-term rentals is best determined by staff, and she is wanting Council to move forward with addressing the issue. Fought asked about what types of places are included. Mayor Schroeder responded that it is mostly homes that people rent for 1-3 nights at a time. Jonrowe added that it can even be rooms in a home. Mayor Schroeder noted that the issue is being faced by all cities. Motion for a future Workshop item by Fought, second by Jonrowe. Calixtro — Yes Hood — Yes Triggs — Yes Fought — Yes Pitts — Yes Jonrowe — Yes Gonzalez — Yes Approved 7-0. 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. X. 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 - Litigation Update - PEC Franchise - Proposed settlement in The City of Georgetown, Texas v. Alpha Westinghouse Ventures, L.L.C., a Texas Limited Liability Company, et al. Sec. 551.072: Deliberations about Real Property - Berry Creek Interceptor, Phases 1-3, Parcels 1, 3 Sec. 551.086: Certain Public Power Utilities: Competitive Matters - Competitive Matters — Risk Management Policy Sec. 551.087: Deliberations Regarding Economic Development Negotiations - Rivery TIRZ Update Adjournment Motion by Hood, second by Fought. Calixtro - Yes Hood - Yes Triggs - Yes Fought - Yes Pitts - Yes jonrowe - Yes Gonzalez - Yes Approved 7-0. Mayor Schroder adjourned the meeting at 7:44 p.m. Approved by the Georgetown City Council on !` CA,\ _ 9, Date Attest: Ci Secretary