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Schertz City Council - Regular Session
Tuesday, July 16, 2002
The Schertz City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, July 16, 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, Reginna Agee, Tony Wilenchik, and
Ken Greenwald. Staff members present were Interim City Manager Mark
Marquez and Deputy City Secretary Mary Ybarra.
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and asked for everyone
to rise and join him in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
# 1 PROCLAMATION
Mayor Baldwin read proclamation proclaiming the week of July 21st through 2ih
as Schertz Stingrays week. He welcomed and thanked the swim team for
recognition brought the city. Members of the swim team along with Mrs. Roberts,
coach accepted and thanked council.
#2 HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Chuck Sharpe, 1200 Antler Drive had the following comments/concerns.
. Loss of leadership in the city. What is happening?
. Inquired if city had leadership program established (fill leadership slots)
. Expressed that Mr. Marquez would be a prime candidate, he has done
lots of work and carried the load for the city. With some in house
training/experience would qualify him to face the city's future needs.
Mayor Baldwin assured him council shares his concern, however, our city
department heads are well Qualified to carryon. As for the city manager position,
the city has to find the right person that fits well with council and the community.
Mayor Baldwin concluded in saying that as long as the city has people like Steve
Simonson and Mark Marquez on board, the city will move right along.
Robert Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest spoke on the following.
. Smoking in city vehicles. What does it take to place this item on an
agenda? Mayor Baldwin advised him that the request would need to be
in a form of a letter (to council) requesting the item be placed on
workshop agenda. However, it won't be necessary, due to a
councilmember wanting to discuss the issue.
. He echoes Chuck Sharpe comment about Mr. Marquez.
. Stated that on July 4th around 9:30 p.m. traveling on Wiederstein Road
(road washed out) car went into a ditch. The Schertz Police
department did a good job Officer Rodriquez came and stayed until
tow truck came. He thanked the police department for a good job and
appreciates want was done for him.
#3
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
April 1 0,2002 & May 7,2002
Council member Head moved to approve the minutes of April 10, 2002 and May
7, 2002. Council member Greenwald seconded the motion, which followed with
the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#4 Consider and take action accepting letter of resignation from
council member Billy Pitts and discussion/possible action on appointment
of Mayor Pro-tern.
Mayor Baldwin read letter of resignation from councilmember Pitts. A motion is
needed to accept the resignation.
Council member Agee moved to accept the letter of resignation from
Council member Billy Pitts. Council member Greenwald seconded the motion,
which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
In a brief discussion regarding mayor pro-tem position held by Mr. Pitts, which
there is still four months left, Mayor Baldwin suggests moving down to the next
position.
Without further discussion, Council member Greenwald moved to appoint
Council member Agee as mayor pro-tem. Council member Wilenchik seconded
the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#5 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on first reading of ordinance
regarding sexually oriented businesses.
Mayor Baldwin noted this matter has had two public hearing, lots of community
input and a committee working with legal counsel. He asked if there is any new
input before council takes action on first reading.
Council member Greenwald noted issues such as lighting, fencing and security
was discussed at last committee meeting. He deferred to Connie Lock, legal
counsel.
Ms. Lock referred to Section XXIII, lighting; fencing; security cameras, noting the
committee addressed these issues of concern.
. Business shall maintain lighting outside premises at an intensity of four-
foot candles.
. Fencing, business shall be surrounded by an eight-foot chain link fence
(preferably or similar fencing material). Fencing limited to not less than
three sides, front of business, shall not be fenced and such fencing would
be subject to inspection.
. Security system outside for the entire perimeter and sign posted stating
that entire perimeter is monitored by security system. These items would
also be subjected to inspection by the city.
In brief discussion it was determined that the SOB Ordinance would follow the
Unified Development Code (UDC) of the city. The UDC sets requirements on
location of zoning to support the new ordinance.
Ms. Lock added other issues such as the appeal process and certain provisions
were clarified.
Council member Greenwald asked a thank you letter be sent to the committee
thanking them for a job well done.
Without further discussion, Council member Greenwald moved to approve the
first reading of ordinance regarding sexually oriented businesses.
Council member Wilenchik seconded the motion, which followed with the
following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
# 6 Consider and take action on establishing time frame and process for
selection of new city manager.
Interim City Manager Marquez advised council the city would go straight to the
city web site for publication of new city manager search. There is no publication
available on magazines discussed at last meeting.
Mr. Marquez noted that part of council packet is a copy of the "ad" (city manager
position) that was used by Johnson & Associates (firm used last time) and asked
if there were any changes/additions/corrections. Council suggested changes in
population numbers, salary amount deleted, and council asked that search be
limited to Texas only. As far as qualifications council would like applicants to
have a minimum of 7 years experience as city manager or assistance city
manager in Texas.
Mr. Marquez commented he believes candidate should fill out employment
application because it does contain other pertinent information that may not be
included elsewhere.
Mr. Marquez advised council he would work up "ad" with all council suggestions,
but reminded council that he would be out of town the 18th through 22nd,
however, would start work on it and have it available at next council packet.
Council agreed August 25, 2002 at the close of day would be deadline date to
receive applications.
# 7 Discussion on tentative budget review schedule.
Council was provided tentative budget schedule and was asked if these dates
were satisfactory. Workshop dates of August 7,14,21 and 28, and if necessary
regular council meeting dates of August 6 and 20 could be added. Council was
confident the workshop dates would work to cover the budget.
Mayor Baldwin recommends department heads are brief, orderly, and get $
figures right out on the table. Suggests department head keep presentation to a
minimum of 5 to 10 minutes.
Council consensus was to schedule the Strategic Planning Session on August
10,2002. G.V.E.C. meeting room starting at 8 am until finished.
In discussion relative to time limit of replacement of council vacancy, it was
pointed out that council has 30 days to fill the vacancy. Suggestion was made
that past candidates not selected last time and if there is still interest, be notified.
Get the word out of vacancv as quickly as possible, web site, city marquee,
media, etc. The deadline of July 25th at the end of business day to accept
applications, and July 31, 2002, at workshop session to interview and selection
was suggested. Council agreed with the schedule. If for any reason, council ran
into problem council could go into the meeting of August ih and appoint by the
meeting of the 14th of August.
Before adjournment, Mr. Marquez reminded everyone of the TML conference in
Fort Worth, Oct. 16th through 19th. Would like all of council together, so if
attending we need to know as soon as possible.
Research on city owned property is still ongoing and should have information to
council by August 31st.
Also, reminder to submit Hometown Hero application.
Mr. Marquez advised council that he changed Leisure Service Director Jason
Hall title to Park & Recreation Director. Asked if council had a problem with the
change? None was voiced.
Ken Greenwald asked that the smokina in vehicle issue be placed on the next
agenda.
Mayor Baldwin advised council of a request from Garden Ridge Mayor asking
city support on the proposed PGA resort facility. Does the city want to support?
There was a consensus from council to support. The item would be placed on
agenda for council action.
#8 Adjournment
There being no further business to
meeting at 8:00 p.m.
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