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REGULAR MEETING
March b, 2012
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on March
6, 2012, at 6:00 p.m., in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway,
Building #4, Schertz, Texas. The following members present to-wit:
Mayor Hal Baldwin
Councilmember Jim Fowler
Councihnember Cedric Edwards
Mayor Pro-Tem David Scagliola
Councilmember George Antuna
Staff Present:
City Manager John Kessel
Executive Director David Harris
City Attorney Michael Spain
City Secretary Brenda Dennis
Executive Director John Bierschwale
Chief of Staff Bob Cantu
City Attorney Katherine Tapley
Deputy City Secretary Cynthia Raleigh
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and welcomed everyone in attendance.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Commissioner Jim Wolverton who was in the audience this evening.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAGS OF THE UNITED
STATES-AND STATE OF TEXAS.
Councilmember Fowler provided the invocation followed by the Pledges of Allegiance to the
Flags of the United States and the State of Texas.
City Events
Announcements'"of upcoming City Events (D. Harris/J. Bierschwale)
• March 8, 2012, Northeast Partnership, Olympia Hills Golf Course and Conference
Center.
• March 3 -March $, 2012, Schertz Spring Clean Up.
• March 9, 2012, 11;30 a.m., Retirement ceremony Terry Aikman, Civic Center
• March 20, 2012, 12:00 p.m., 16`x` Annua! Employee Remembrance Day, Public Works
• March 20, 2012 , 11:30 a.m., Schertz Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon
• March 22 -March 23, 2012, 46`~ Annual Texas Legislative Conference, New Braunfels
Civic Conference Center
• March 23, 2012, 12:30 p.m., SCUCISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament,
Olympia Hills Golf & Conference Center.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Police Captain Marc Bane who came forward announcing that
the Schertz Police Department will be hosting a program at Samuel Clemens High School on
Thursday, March 8, 2012, at 8:45 a.m. regarding the dangers of texting and driving. The
program is entitled "Shattered Dreams". They will also be presenting the same program on
Friday at Steele High School.
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Introduction of New City Emnloyees
• Business Office (C. Spence)
• Economic Development (D. Gwin}
• Development Services (M. Sanchez)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Business Office Manager Carol Spence who introduced Ms. Rita
Arispe, Billing Clerk.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Economic Development Director David Gwin who introduced
ED Specialist Mr. Joshua Schneuker and ED Analyst Mr. Kyle Kinateder. Mr, Gwin also
recognized Ms. Patty Horan, Administrative Assistant.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Development Services Director Michelle Sanchez who
introduced Ms. Patti White, Administrative Assistant. - -
Mayor and Council welcomed all the new employees who have joined the City of Schertz.
Presentations
• Update regarding the Hotel Guide and QR Cade Projects (D. Harris/ M. Clouser & B,
Bailey)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Special Events Coordinator Mary Spence who introduced
Miss Cibolo, Mandy Pettery; Miss Freedom, Kahalia McMichael; Miss Inspire, Caitlin
Margaree; and Miss Culture, Rachel Concha. Miss Cibolo, Mandy Pettery thanked the
Councilmembers and staff who were involved in assisting with the scholarship program.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Special Events Caoxdinator Mary Spence. Ms. Spence and
members of the Pubic Affairs office presented updated information regarding the Hotel
Guide and the Headz-N-Bedz program. Ms. Spence recognized Mr. Yogesh "Yogie"
Upadhyaya with the Atrium Inn, Mr. John Corona with the Fairfield Inn and Suites, and
Ms. NoiYna Ramon with the Hampton Inn.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Events Facilities Assistant Linda Ervin and Web Technician -
Computer Tech I JoAnna Takemura who provided updated information regarding the
second phase of the Hotel Guide. Ms. Ervin and Ms. Takemura also provided updated
information an the Crescent Bend Trails QR Program and layout.
• Unified Development Code and/or Building Code information and update by the City
Manager (J. Kessel)
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Manager John Kessel who stated that he wanted to
provide proposed information updates regarding the City of Schertz Unified
Development Code and the Building Code.
Mr. Kessel provided the proposed information regarding mare progressive Development
and Building Standards:
A. SUBDIVSION CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
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1. Subdivision retaining walls in excess of four (4) feet to provide:
a. Submit detailed retaining wall plans (sealed by an engineer licensed to
practice in the State of Texas) as part of overall subdivision civil plans
prior to commencing construction of subdivision improvements (for City
records).
b. Submit sealed engineering inspection report verifying construction of
retaining wall in conformance with design plans prior to acceptance of
subdivision improvements (for City records).
c. On lots with retaining walls greater than four {4) feet, require an
appropriate easement in addition to the designated rear and side yard
setbacks to provide for wall maintenance and to prevent incursion into fill
material (variable by wall design, including type, height, and adjacent
property access).
2. For subdivisions to begin work, require a development permit rather than relying
on approved civil plans to begin. Benefits include ability to revoke development
permit if necessary, charge inspection fees to provide greater oversight of
construction, and ensure erosion control BMPs are in place prior to commencing
work.
B. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
1. Building Permit retaining walls {post subdivision acceptance) require/reference
same standards as xequired for subdivision retaining walls.
2. Soil test report for each lot prior to engineering foundation (to be referenced on
engineered foundation documents}.
3. Statement from engineer that slab was designed to soil conditions of the site.
4. Sealed engineer certification stating foundation was constructed to plan
specifcations and industry standards.
5. Monolithic pour on residential slabs (certified by third party inspection}.
6. Minimum slab cure period prior to placing load on green slab or
commencement of framing (certified by third party inspection).
7. For Post Tension slabs, follow Post Tensioning Institute (PTI} guidelines
for post-tension slab-on-ground foundations to include:
a. Inspection by third party PTI certif ed independent agency inspector;
b. Pre-pour, pour, and post tension inspection, including slump test during
concxete pour, Tendon Stressing Reports and Calibration Records on
Stressing Equipment;
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c. Tendon Stress Team shall be PTI certified with a minimum of 5 years
experience (need to verify if service at this level is available in the region).
8. Ordinance preventing incursion into retaining wall f ll (swimming pools,
foundations, etc) without structural engineer's design and seal.
Mr. Kessel stated that the above proposed recommendations will be presented to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for review and discussion and this information will be
brought forward to Council at a later date. He thanked staff for their assistance in
providing the infarnnation and recommendations. Mayor and Council commented that
this was a great beginning.
Cauncilmember Michael Carpenter arrived at 7:30 p.m.
Worksession Ytems
A. Discussion regarding placement of various items in easements. (J. Kessel/S.
Roman}
Mayor Baldwin recognized Health & Code Inspector Shanna Roman who briefed
the Council that residents along Drayton in the Savannah Square subdivision were
allowed to keep various items in the drainage easement along the backside of their
properties. This decision was made by the former Director of Development
Services. It was stated that as long as the items were easily moveable, that
residents would be allowed to store them in the easement.
Since 2007, there have been complaints by some of the citizens along Drayton
advising that the easement was becoming cluttered with items such as trees, fire
wood, dog houses, compost bins, and pet burial sites. Reports of residents parking
vehicles and txailers in the easement have also been made. Code Enforcement
staff addresses these issues on a-case-by-case basis and has ins#~-ucted some of the
residents to remove larger items.
Recently, another concerned citizen brought these issues to staffs attention.
After discussion with the Marshal's staff, we decided that it would be in the best
interest of the City that we have these residents remove all items from the
easement. The intention of the drainage easement is for proper flow of water in
the event of a large flood. The safety and welfare of the citizens and their
property could potentially be adversely affected.
The City's intention is to advise the residents along this easement that the purpose
of the easement is for the appropriate flow of water during a large downpour or
flood situation. Objects placed in the easement may hinder this flow and cause
flooding on properties and possibly in homes.
After educating the residents, staff would like to see the easement completely free
of any personal items, because of the possible impediment of water flow. Any
changes to the grading of the easement by the addition of dirt, soil, or base
material would need to be corrected and removed.
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It was the consensus of Council to allow staff to proceed with great sensitivity to
start the process of removing the items in the easement.
Hearing of Residents
This time is set aside for any person who wishes to address the City Council. Each person should
f ll out the speaker's register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to na more
than 3 minutes. Discussion by the Council of any item not on the agenda shall be limited to
statements of specific factual fnfarmation given in response to any inquiry, a recitation of
existfng policy in response to an inquiry, and/or a proposal to place the item on a future agenda.
The presiding offrcer, during the Hearing of Residents portion of the agenda, will call on those
persons who have signed up to speak in the order they have registered.
Mayor Baldwin recognized the following who spoke:
• Sandy Bryant, City of Schertz employee, who spoke regarding the Wilenchik Walk for
Life and the sponsorship of their team, the "Luna Chicks", by Mr. Robert Brockman.
Members of the Luna Chicks team presented Mr. Brockman with flowers and a team t-
shirt.
• Ruth Tienor, 104 Dearborn, who spoke thanking the Mayor for his purchase of a brick for
the Veteran's Memorial Plaza.
• Stacey Mitchell, 333 Frank Baum, who spoke regarding the drainage ditch behind her
home being utilized as an off-road track for dirt bikes and other all-terrain vehicles.
Mayor Baldwin recognized the fallowing who spoke regarding the issues with their homes and
Pulte Homebuilders, as well as thanking Mr. Kesel for his work on the Unified Development
Code and Building Code proposed changes:
• Bruce Touve, 5213 Brookline
• Faye Touve, 5213 Brookline
• Ryan Mahoney, 5233 Columbia Drive
• Molly Casas, 5228 Brookline
• Heather CameIio, 5224 Brookline
• Brenda Davis, 5603 Storm King
• Janet Ahmad, P.Q, Box 3022, Homeowners for Better Building
• Ralph Hogue, 660 Rooster Run, who spoke in support of Fairhaven Homeowners
• Dan Hollestelle, 5525 Columbia
• Ken Russel, 6034 Mule Deer
• Spence Hywood, .552$ Columbia
• James Wilson, 5552 Columbia, who spoke regarding his concern of the condition of the
retaining wall in Fairhaven.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mr. Kessel who indicated to Mr. Wilson that he would like to
go with him to look at the condition of the retaining wall with Pulte, if this would be
acceptable to Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson agreed to meet with both Mr. Kessel and Pulte to
inspect the retaining wall and Mr. Kessel will have his Executive Assistant set up this
meeting.
Mayor Baldwin moved to agenda item 5 for discussion.
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Discussion and/or Action Jtems
Guadalupe County Judge Mike Wiggins _ Discussion and Consideration andlor
possible action requesting Guadalupe County Judge Mike Wiggin's resignation.
(CouncillJ. Kessel)
Mayor Baldwin opened up the discussion to Council. Mayor Baldwin recognized
Councihnember Carpenter who indicated that there are clearly things that the Council
needs to be careful with before making a statement on the issue, CounciImember
Carpenter indicated that he was not sure that this situation is an official concern of the
City. However, the County Judge and the County Commission are positioned to
influence things that will have an affect on the City, therefore, to some degree this is a
concern. Any statement made by the Council is political in nature. We have no authority
to censure a County Judge. There are both positive and negative outcomes of political
statements. By making a statement, we set a precedent regarding any future issues of the
similar nature that may occur in the City. Councilmembex Carpenter stated that this
matter has to be handled by the Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct. The Council
needs to address if we wish to make a political statement and is it appropriate to do so,
Councilmember Carpenter would like to know what othex members of Council think
about making this type of statement and whether it should be in writing or simply on the
recaxd.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councihnember Edwards who indicated that he feels that we
need to force the Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct to act. He agreed with
Councilmember Carpenter who said that the Council would be making a political
statement and this is not something the Council should do. Whether the Judge needs to
resign or not could go either good or bad for our City. He does not see why the Council
should take same type of action to make a statement. It is the Judge's responsibility and
Councilmember Edward's personal opinion is that the Judge should resign. He does not
think it is a good idea for the Council to make a recommendation; he believes the Texas
Commission will do their job. Councilmember Carpenter stated that maybe they should
file an amicus curiae letter that simply says the Commission did the right thing in calling
for Judge's resignation.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Fowler who commented that the Judge was
utilizing illegal drugs for medicinal purposes and would like to know if anyone has
validated that he does have a prescription to use these methods. If the Judge has a
prescription to prove that he can use these drugs for medicinal purposes, then the Council
will be judging on an issue that we have no business to judge on. Information was stated
that Texas does not have laws for individuals to use illegal drugs for medicinal purposes.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro-Tem Scagliola who stated that the Commissioners
Court did the right thing in asking for Judge's resignation and supports that decision.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Antuna who thanked Commissioner
Wolverton for being in attendance at the meeting tonight. Counciltnember Antuna stated
he would be writing a letter and filing a complaint with the State Commission an Judicial
Conduct.
Cauncihnember Carpenter stated that maybe the Council could f le an amicus curia letter
that simply says the Commission did the right thing in calling for Judge's resignation.
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Mayor Baldwin stated that Judge Wiggins is a County Judge. The position carries a lot
of au#hority and weight to abide by the law and he questions his ability to make a
decision based on his own decision to use illegal drugs. Mayor Baldwin stated that his
personal feeling is he will write him a letter telling him what he needs to do. He will also
fill out the form to the Texas .Commission on Judicial Canduct and encouraged each
Councilmember to do the same.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Commissioner Jim ~Volvertan who came forward providing
his comments regarding the actions of the Cammission and his desire to ask the Judge to
step down.
Mayor- Baldwin recognized Councihnember Carpenter who moved, seconded by
Councilmerrrber Edwards to approve the following resolution:
WHEREAS: We, as elected affcials, axe held, and rightly so, to higher moral standards;
and
WHEREAS: Such standards not only extend to ali elected officials, but especially to the
Judiciary, in which we place grave trust; and
WHEREAS: The Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct exercises jurisdiction and
authority over Texas Judges; and
WHEREAS: It is not the purview of the City of Schertz to exercise jurisdiction over
Texas Judges not in its employ;
WHEREAS: It is nevertheless the opinion of the City Council of the City of Schertz,
that the office of Guadalupe County Judge is potentially one of great importance to the
well-being of cities within the County; and
WHEREAS: It is nevertheless the opinion of the City Council of the City of Schertz
that the Commissioners Court of Guadalupe County acted appropriately and laudibly in
adopting a resolution calling for the resignation of the County Judge; and
WHEREAS: The Council openly acknowledges it has no authority to call for the
resignation of the County Judge, or to censure the Judge, or to openly condemn the Judge
for his admitted actions; nevertheless;
Be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Schertz applauds and supports and
defends the Commissioners Court's resolution asking for the resignation of Guadalupe
County Judge Mike Wiggins.
The vote ryas unanimous. Motion Carried.
Mayor Baldwin asked that items 1, 3, and 4 be placed an consent,
Minutes -Consideration and/or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the
Regular Meeting of February 28, 2012.
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3. Resolution No. 12-R-22 - Consideration andlor action approving an Tnterlocal
Agreement between the City of Schertz and Guadalupe County for Economic
Development programs. {J.Kessel/D.Gwin}
Mayor Baldwin xead the following caption into record:
RESOLUTION NO. 12-R-22
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCH, OF THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ, TEXAS AUTHORIZING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN GUADALUPE COUNTY, TEXAS AND THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ, TEXAS AND OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH
4. Resolution No. 12-R-23 -Consideration and/or action approving an electrical easement
with Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative {GVEC} at North Center. (J. Bierschwale/L.
Busch}
Mayor Baldwin read the following caption into record:
RESOLUTION NO. 12-R-23
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS AUTHORIZING AN ELECTRIC LINE EASEMENT W1TH
GUADALUPE VALLEY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE AND OTHER MATTERS
IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Edwards who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Carpenter to approve items 1, 3, and 4 on consent. The vote runs
unanimous. Motion Carrier
2. Resolution No. 12-R-21 -Consideration and/or action approving a resolution authorizing
an agreement establishing secondary access to Huntex Estates from Graytown Road. (J.
Kessel/M. Spain}
Mayor Baldwin read the following caption into record.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-R-21
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ, TEXAS AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH HOLD`EM
INVESTMENTS, LLC, AND OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Attoz>Zey Michael Spain who briefed the Council on the
latest developments with the proposed agreement regarding a secondary access to the
Hunter Estates Subdivision from Graytown Road for residents and emergency services as
requested by City Council on February 21, 2012. Due to the recent developments
regarding this project, Mr. Spain indicated to Council that he would not be
recommending Council take action on this agreement tonight.
City Attorney Michael Spain met with both the landowners and the developers to come
up with an alternative that seems to work with everyone involved. Mr. Spain presented
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Council with the first option, as well as the new alternative option to providing a
secondary access to the subdivision. This information is provided to Council to confirm
specifics of what is being done and no action is requested of Council, tonight. This will
be placed back on the agenda in the next two weeks for further action.
Mr. Spain outlined the following points regarding to the Hunter Estates Subdivision:
1. The Developer shall modify the Hunter Estates Subdivision Preliminary Plat
to (a) delete the proposed variance secondary access drive of Ivy Maon; (b)
delete the original Ivy Pond stub-out street; (c) revise the drainage channel
from the convergence of Laura Bluff and Ivy Misty to the western edge of the
Hunter Estates Subdivision to be a standard collector roadway (b0' ROW, 42'
paved surface, with curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, built to City
standards)("new Ivy Pond"); and (d) adjust lot lines to accommodate all of
such changes, with no increase in the total number of lots in the Hunter
Estates Subdivision.
2. The Developer shall complete construction of new Ivy Pond prior to Kling of
record the final plat for Hunter Estates Subdivision, which the Developer may
not file until the City accepts new Ivy Pond as a public street.
3. The Reserve at Schertz, LLC, the owner of the property adjacent to the
western end of new Ivy Pond and being developed as Ivy Estates, shall
complete construction of a standard collector roadway connecting new Ivy
Pond to Laura Heights Subdivision as shown on the drawing of Ivy Estates.
On ox before the date on which the owner files the fmal plat of Hunter Estates
Subdivision of record, the adjacent owner must provide a performance bond to
the City, in the amount of 125% of the agreed anticipated cost of the
connecting roadway. If the connecting roadway was not been completed and
dedicated to, and accepted by, the City as a public roadway by the date which
is 270 days after the date on which the final plat for Hunter Estates
Subdivisian is filed or recorded, the City may call on the performance bond
and complete such construction. The advantage of this is that the road will be
completed within a year compared to the original plan that could take sevexal
years. The negative of this is that there would be period of time potentially
that there would only be one access paint out of Hunter Estates. The
Developer has indicated that it would take at Least four months to have the
first house constructed, the roadway would take six months to construct;
therefore, there would only be two months when the secondary access would
not exist.
The suggested motion to accept this new plan would take the place of the motion made
on February 21, 2012, at the end of the appeal and provide for this agreement to create
the secondary access. This motion would be brought to Council once all parties have
agreed to the terms. The City Attorney and staff concur that this is a better solution to the
issue than the first option presented in February.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Fowler who was concerned of the existing
drainage ditch for the new Ivy Pond. Mr. Spain indicated that drainage facilities would
need to be put in along the new Ivy Pond.
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Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Edwards who expressed his concerns of
construction equipment and trucks utilizing the streets in Laura Heights to .access this
new subdivision. Mr. Spain indicated that the City has met with the Developer regarding
the Laura Heights roads and asked Mr. Kesel to comment on these issues. Mr. Kessel
indicated that without going into detail, the City has made it clear to the Developer the
issues of the streets on Laura Heights and he was open to the suggested solutions on the
existing area. Mr. Kesel indicated that the City could request the Developer to consider
a construction access area that would not necessarily need a permanent encumbrance on
the property. It ryas his understanding from the property owner that this was not an issue,
sa both a secondary access and construction access could be accomplished. Mr. Spain
agreed and indicated that this would be something that would need to be discussed further
with the Developer.
Councilmember Edwards asked Mr. Spain where a construction access would be placed
on the property. Mr. Kesel indicated that the construction access would be placed in the
original suggested area, but the road would not fall under the same maintenance
agreement as this would not be a permanent road. Mr. Spain indicated that the build out
of the subdivision is only 30 homes, which is small compared to other subdivisions.
Councilmember Scagliola expressed his belief that regardless of the size of the
subdivision, there has to be a construction access. Mr. Spain indicated that the Unified
Development Code does not require a construction access; however, the City Council can
request one.
Councilmember Edwards believes that the construction path needs to be someplace other
than the existing neighborhood of Laura Heights. Councilmember Fowler asked if the
access roads would enter and exit onto FM 1518. Mr. Kesel answered, telling
Councilmember Fowler that this is essentially the same plan, but instead of having a
second street within the subdivision, the street will be adjacent to Hunter Estates. Mr.
Spain asked Council to recall that a second option, suggested by Council, during the
appeal hearing was for a similar solution as the current proposed option except that the
secondary access point will be fiu-ther away than the first access point.
Councilmember Edwards asked since the Unified Development Code does not call for a
construction access, could the City not ask for one? Mr. Kesel indicated that it should
be phrased in more of a partnership standpoint. The City will give you this variance, but
we would require a construction easement. This puts the burden back on the Developer
and does not place the City in a position where we are requiring something that is not in
our authority to ask. Mr. Spain acknowledged that this would be an acceptable idea.
Councilmember Carpenter indicated that he is not sold on this idea and that Mr. Kesel
has leverage to demand what is needed and requested by Council. Councilmember
Scagliola indicated that this would be a perfect place to Iay down a bond to fix roads due
to the damage that would occur from to the construction equipment utilizing that road.
Councilmember Carpenter mentioned that he would not have a problem with a temporary
construction road that goes through the drainage area since it is not a permanent road. If
staff would come back and advise Council that they have done all necessary diligence in
regards to this request, and this is the best possible scenario, then Council would need to
listen carefully to the staff recommendation.
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Mayor Baldwin reminded Council that theee is only one entrance and exit out of Laura
Heights and this would give residents more than one way out. Mr. Kessel agreed and
said what has not been shaven are the two ar three more phases that would get a
permanent access to Graytown Raad in a manner in which that the subdivision will be in
100% conformance with the current Unif ed Development Code.
Councilmember Fowler mentioned that the amount of homes being built and the lxafFic
that would result does not make him happy with this idea. Councihnember Edwards
mentioned that the residents of Laura Heights would want the City Council to listen and
demand the Developer to be a good corporate citizen. Councihnember Fowler indicated
that when the Links at Scenic Hills was being built, there wexe many complaints of
construction traffic speeding on Morning Drive and he wants this traffic to be controlled
better.
Mayor Baldwin mentioned that Mr. Spain and Mr. Kessel have the consensus of the
Council and what they would like to see in this area. Mr. Kessel said that he is
comfortable that he could explain the construction access issue in an eloquent and
straight forward manner to the Developer and then we will see where we stand.
As there was no action on this item, Mayor Baldwin closed the discussion.
Mayar Baldwin moved into Executive Session at 9:15 p.m.
Executive Session
Called under Section SS1.071 Texas Government Code Litigation, pending or contemplated
litigation; Section 55].072 Texas Government Code -Deliberation regarding the purchase,
exchange, sale, lease, or value of real property, or real estate, and Section 551.087 Texas
Gavern~ment Code -Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations.
Mayor Baldwin reconvened into regular session at 10:22 p.m.
Reconvene into Regular Session
6. Take any action deemed necessary as a result of the Executive Session
No action taken.
Re nests and Announcements
7. Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers that items be placed on a future City
Council agenda.
No items requested.
S. Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers to City Manager and Staff for information.
No information requested.
9. Announcements by Mayor and Councilmembers
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• City and community events attended and to be attended
• City Council Committee and Liaison Assignments (see assignments below)
• Continuing education events attended and to be attended
• Recognition of actions by City employees
• Recognition of actions by community volunteers
• Upcoming City Council agenda items
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro-Tem Scagliola who stated he attended the
following events:
• March 1, 2012, Ribbon Cutting for Goomba's Pizzeria
• March 1, 2012, Joint Meeting regarding the North and South Schertz updates
from Gateway Planning Group.
Mayor Baldwin stated that he, City Manager John Kessel, and Phil Gaudreau attended the
groundbreaking ceremony fox the Scorpions soccer field and afterward met with Gordon
Hartman a~zd Michael Hitchcock. The meeting regarding the Schertz soccer field went
well and was welcomed and appreciated by Gordon Hartman. Mr. Hartman has agreed to
provide support from the Scorpions soccer team for Schertz soccer events. Mr. Hartman
also agreed to be at the Grand Opening of the Buffalo Valley Youth Association baseball
season and maybe he will throw out the first pitch and will have a speaking role at the
event as well. Mr. Hartman has a sincere interest in the City of Schertz and our soccer
program.
Mr. Kesel added that the long-term goal is to partner with the Scorpions soccer team to
add additional teams and tournaments to our soccer program that will have an economic
development potential, in addition to raising the level of soccer in our City. Mr. Hartman
believes that soccer should be a sport for all children regardless of their physical abilities.
10. Announcements by City Manager
• Citizen Kudos
• Recognition of City employee actions
• New Departmental initiatives
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Manager John Kessel who stated that the Executive
Director of Development, Brian James, will begin at the City on March 12, 2012. Mr.
Kessel provided a brief biography for Mr. James.
Adjournment
Mayor Baldwin adjourned the meeting at 10:30
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Mayor
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Brenda Dennis, TRMC, MMC City Secretary
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