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Schertz City Council - Regular Session
Tuesday, February 19, 2002
The Schertz City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, February 19,
2002 at 7:00pm in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz
Parkway, Schertz, Texas. The following members were present: Mayor Hal
Baldwin, presiding, council members Norma Head, Billy Pitts, Tony Wilenchik
and Ken Greenwald. Absent was council member Reginna Agee. Staff members
present were City Manager Dewey Cashwell and Deputy City Secretary Mary
Ybarra.
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.
#1 Introduction of new Fire Chief
Mayor Baldwin asked Mr. Dewey Cashwell, City Manager to do the introduction.
Mr. Cashwell shared information on newly hired Fire Chief Elroy Friesenhahn
and wife Ann. For the past ten years, Chief Friesenhahn held the position of
assistant Fire Chief in New Braunfels, nine years in the city of Alamo Heights,
and as city engineer in New Braunfels. His educational credentials are
impressive and the city is lucky to have him on board.
Betty Woodward wife of former Fire Chief Johnnie Woodward was asked to make
badge presentation. Mrs. Woodward spoke briefly after presentation and
welcomed the new Chief and family.
Chief Friesenhahn thanked Mrs. Woodward, and said he and his wife are excited
about his new position and are looking forward
#2 Introduction of new Public Information Officer.
Mr. Cashwell introduced Tony 'Wilson the city's new Public Information Officer.
Mr. Wilson held a position at Gary Job Corp in San Marcos. He comes highly
qualified and the city is fortunate to have him on board.
Mr. Wilson spoke briefly and thanked council and Mr. Cashwell. He added that
his first day on the job would be Monday, February 25th, and that he is very
excited and eager to start.
At this time, Mayor Baldwin introduced Chris Jenkins, Eagle Scout who was
present.
#3
Approval of Minutes:
December 4, 2001
December 12, 2001
Without further discussion, Ken Greenwald moved to approve the above minutes
as presented. Billy Pitts seconded the motion. With a vote being called the vote
was as follows:
AYES:
NAY:
Council members, Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
#4
Hearing of Residents:
Robert Brockman declined to comment at this time.
Amy Madison, Economic Development reported on fundraiser for the playscape
at the Schertz City Park.
a. Saturday, Walkathon (over a mile) starting at 8:30 am, park large
pavilion,
b. School sponsored, Kiss a Pig. Principal of school will kiss a pig.
Pig will be oiled and rolled in mud,
c. Senator Wentworth will be present,
d. Selling of pickets (500 available) $30 per picket.
Amy Madison encouraged everyone to come out in support of worthwhile cause.
#5 PUBLIC HEARING: To receive citizen comments on the proposed
Comprehensive Land Plan and the revised Sign Ordinance.
Comprehensive land Plan Use
Mayor Baldwin explained the procedures for the public hearing and asked City
Manager, Dewey Cashwell for comments at this time.
Mr. Cashwell introduced Mr. Bret Keats, representing, Wilbur Smith & Associates
(consulting firm) and asked Ron Youngblood, city planner for comments.
Mr. Youngblood explained that the report is in draft form and that revision to
chapter 4, map and corrected index were handed out to council. He added Mr.
Keats would make a presentation, and will be available to answer any questions.
At this time, slide show and presentation of the Comprehensive Land Plan Use
project was made by Bret Keats.
Mr. Keats explained that the presentation covered an overview of 12 months,
started March 2001. The steering committee had their work cut out, and
commends them on a job well done.
Citizen Comments:
Robert Brockman of 4505 Grand Forest spoke on the following:
a. questioned if there are plans for a sidewalk in front of city hall and,
b. asked what are plans for arterial streets, median, and FM 3009. He
believes trees in medians are not a good idea, and asked who is
responsible for maintenance.
Mayor Baldwin commented that Schertz Parkway median and trees would be city
owned, and responsibility would fall on the city.
Mr. David Richmond, chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission stated
that islands in subdivisions or in other areas help slow down traffic. For this
reason, the Planning and Zoning Commission encourage developers to consider
islands when possible.
Mr. Simonson commented on the sidewalk question. He stated that a sidewalk is
planned on only one side of the street continuing from IH35 along Schertz
Parkway. There is no plan for sidewalk in front of city hall.
At this time, Mr. Richmond thanked Bret Keats of Wilbur Smith & Associations for
an excellent plan. It's a 1 st class document.
Mr. Cashwell stated that he believes the plan is a living document, to be used as
a guide by the city as well as the developer, and citizens alike. This plan will be
reviewed regularly, and changes made to keep up with future development.
It was questioned if copies were available for public viewing. Mr. Youngblood
noted that only 10 (draft) copies were printed. The final document will be
available at the library and possilbly on the web. Before then, come by city hall
for a copy.
There being no further discussion on this item, Mayor Baldwin asked that council
move on to the second part of the public hearing.
Sign Ordinance
Mr. Richmond explained that in his opinion the revision to the sign ordinance
better serves the community, in that the existing ordinance limits control. For this
reason, the Planning and Zoning Commission took on the task of updating the
UDC, Sign Standard section addressing billboards, off premise signs, and others.
Mr. Richmond believes it's a good document that is enforceable, understandable
by both developer and citizen. For this reason, the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval.
Citizen Comments:
Mark Roberts of 4300 Spanish Oaks commented on the following:
a. agrees with the revised sign ordinance,
b. suggests looking into allowing electronic signage in some areas of the city,
c. limit usage on FM3009 of election signs.
Without further discussion, Mayor Baldwin closed the public hearing at 7:55 pm.
#6 Consider and take action on the following:
(a) Proposed Comprehensive Land Plan
(b) First reading of revised Sign Ordinance.
a. Proposed Comprehensive land Plan
Mrs. Head moved to approve the Comprehensive Land Plan. Tony Wilenchik
seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
Before a vote was called, it was suggested that the motion include a scheduling
of a community forum, to introduce final document to the community (creative
force). Several dates were discussed such as: a summer forum, February of
2003, and others. However, it was council consensus to schedule the public
forum before the end of the year. No set date was given at this time.
At this time, a vote was called to include the above to the motion, which carried
with the following votes:
AYES:
NAY:
Council member Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
b.
First reading of revised Sign Ordinance.
Mr. Pitts moved to adopt the revised Sign Ordinance as presented. Mr.
Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES:
NAYS:
Council member Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
#7
Bid Award:
Consider and take action awarding Fleet Truck bids.
Mr. Bierschwale, Public Works Director reported on a revision made to the fleet
truck bids: the city would purchase (4) trucks at $16,672 per truck for a total of
$66,688. (Smith Chevrolet bid). The total is well under the budget amount of
$74,000, and Mr. Bierschwale recommends awarding the bid to Smith Chevrolet.
Mr. .Greenwald moved to award bid to Smith Chevrolet. Tony Wilenchik
seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES:
NAY'
Council member Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
#8 AED GRANT FOR EMS:
AED Grant for EMS.
Consider and take action authorizing
Mr Cashwell explained that this grant if authorized would enable the city to
acquire AED equipment through the grant process.
Mr. Dudley Wait, EMS Director explained that the grant is a 50% matching grant,
with the city matching it's portion. The grant would enable the purchase of 16
AED units to be distributed among city personnel.
Without further discussion, Ken Greenwald moved to approve for the city to go
out for the AED grant. Mrs. Head seconded the motion, which carried with the
following vote:
AYES:
NAY:
Council members Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
#9 CONTRACT: Consider and take action regarding contract with J.R.
Perez for City General Election May 4, 2002.
Mr. Pitts moved to approve the contract with J.R. Perez for City General Election
May 4, 2002. Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried with the
fOllowing votes:
AYES:
NAY:
Council member Head, Pitts, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
None.
#10
Adjournment
There being no further business to
meeting at 8:20 p.m.
discuss, MaYO~BaldW'; ;djourned the
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