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11-08-1994 PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES The Schertz Planning and Zoning commission convened in regular session on Tuesday, November 8, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal complex conference room, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. Those present were as follows: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OTHERS PRESENT PIA JARMAN, CHAIRMAN ERNEST EVANS JR DAVID RICHMOND VICE-CHAIRMAN GLENN MCBRIDE MERWIN WILLMAN, SECRETARY EARL ANDERS BOB ANDREWS TONY MORENO COUNCILMAN KEN GREENWALD MEMBERS ABSENT CITY STAFF KEITH VAN DINE STEVE SIMONSON, ASST. CITY MANAGER NORMA ALTHOUSE, PLANNING SECRETARY DENISE GRANGER, RECORDING SECRETARY #1 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Jarman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. ~2 CITIZENS' INPUT OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS The citizens present were the applicants for the vacancy on the Commission. There was no other input. #3 CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION: Interview Applicants for Vacancy on the Commission. Chairman Jarman informed everyone present that there was one withdrawal for the vacancy by applicant Jerry Graham. At this time Earl Anders has been added to the list of applicants for the vacancy on the Commission. Chairman Jarman welcomed the applicants to the Planning and Zoning Commission and thanked them for their interest in the work that is done by the Commission. At this time Chairman Jarman informed the applicants that they will be interviewed individually. ~4 CONSIDER AND MARE RECOMMENDATION: Selection from Applicants of New Commissioner Chairman Jarman stated that 3 people have been interviewed. Two of the people were from Savannah Square, and one from Silvertree. Tony Moreno asked for some comment on the fact that there are two people from Savannah Square and he felt that there may be a conflict of interest and should he abstain from voting. Bob Andrews commented that he has been in that situation but as long as there is no personal knowledge or workings together that Tony Moreno shouldn't abstain. Chairman Jarman stated that at this time the Commission is making a recommendation to the City Council. Bob Andrews began with Mr. Anders and Mr. McBride being highly recommended. Mr. Evans has been into the city offices several --Mmes-.--due to his own requests, he has participated with other citizens, and he has shown more of an interest to be involved. Mr. Evans at this time is recommended by Bob Andrews. David Richmond would agree with Bob Andrews. He felt it was un- fortunate that there were only 3 applicants. He hoped to be able to get amore diverse representation. He has talked with people but no one at this time seems interested. Mr. McBride had some very good qualities but Mr. Evans has had more input and Mr. Richmond felt he would be better. Tony Moreno stated that he attended a Homeowners Association meeting and both gentleman had been at the meeting. Mr. Evans does attend the meetings. Personally he would lean towards Mr. Anders because he is young and this would be a learning exper- ience and he feels he would be interested and helpful. David Richmond stated the one positive thing that really struck him towards Mr. Anders was while he was in the service he was stationed at Kelly AFB where there were other subdivisions but now that he is Civil Service still stationed at Kelly he has elected to live in Schertz. He felt that the environment that his family was to grow up in was a concern to him. Merwin Willman felt tossed between Mr. Evans and Mr. Anders. He agrees with Bob Andrews about Mr. Evans that he has taken to finding out what is going on in the city. He reads all the city ordinances and does not rely on other people. Mr. Anders is young, he does work at Kelly, and he may not have the time that is needed to spend with the commission. _2_ Steve Simonson shared with the commission at this time that he has explained to all three men that if they are not chosen, there will be an opening again on the commission. Mr. Simonson asked if they would still be interested. At this time all three men did indicate that they would be interested. Chairman Jarman stated she is also in agreement with fellow commissioners on Mr. Evans and Mr. Anders. She felt that the young people today do not take any interest in the community and she would like someone young who may pass along to other young people what is going on and they may become interested. Bob Andrews moved to recommend to the City Council the appointment of Mr. Evans to the Commission. Tony Moreno second the motion, which carried with a unanimous vote. #5 GENERAL DISCUSSION Tonv Moreno: Asked about the diversification used in other cities with contractors as they are doing in San Marcos. One of the key things - -they .do ..is to have diversification in the hiring of sub- contractors. If they don't comply, they have to pay a fine. They are limited on the bonding. The bonding is AAA. He also stated that San Antonio is looking into this as well as other surrounding cities. Bob Andrews• The only thing he has at this time is that Steve Simonson, Merwin Willman, and he are just about finished with the UDC. Steve Simonson will be able to let the commission know when it will be ready to view. Merwin Willman• No comments at this time. He does go along with Tony Moreno's comment about the diversification. He has written to several different states and you would be amazed what other states do and offer. David Richmond: Asked if there was anything new on any of the projects. Steve Simonson acknowledged that they are negotiating with a fin- ancial institution interested in buying along FM 3009, below the HEB tract. The property needs sewer lines. They were informed to contact HEB. At this time HEB has no plans to start work on the property so they do not wish to make any commitments. _3_ Advised that Bill Miller should have a site plan available at the next meeting. Ramada Inn and Texaco at this time have not made any more contact. David Richmond asked about Ron Wood Homes. Mr. Simonson indi- cated he has been in contact with the building inspector, and was told they would be submitting some building plans. As far as signs, they have been informed they need to come into compliance. Councilman Greenwald: (a) Commented on the sign in sheet that is used at the City Council meetings. Suggested that the Commission could use this same form to use at the meetings so you would know who would like to speak and to give them a time limit. (b) Reminded everyone about the Mayor's Forum which will be held in the Council Chambers on November 22, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome. (c) Commented on the diversification by Tony Moreno and stated that the city does try to use local businesses but the bids come in so high- it is unaffordable to use them. He would at sometime like to review other state and city ordinances. (d) Advised the Commission on the sales tax increase article that was in the newsletter. There is more information available and a gentleman from the comptrollers office will be at the next city council workshop to answer any questions. More information will be available in time. #6 ADJOURNMENT Bob Andrews moved to adjourn the meeting Tony Moreno seconded the motion. Which carried with a unanimous vote. Chairman Pia Jarman adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 22, 1994. P~ Planni g And Zoning Chairman City o chertz, Texas ATTEST: P1 nning S retary, ity of Schertz -4-