10-30-02 Schertz City Council -
Workshop Session
Wednesday October 30, 2002
The Schertz City Council convened in workshop session on Wednesday, October 30,
2002 at 7:00pm in the Municipal Complex Conference Room, 1400 Schertz Parkway,
Schertz, Texas. The following members were present: Mayor Pro-Tem Reginna Agee,
presiding, council members Norma Head, Steve Simonson, Tony Wilenchik and Ken
Greenwald. Absent Mayor Baldwin. Staff members present were Interim City Manager
Mark Marquez and Deputy City Secretary Mary Ybarra.
#1 Hearing of Residents:
Robert Broekman of 4505 Grand Forest made the following comments:
Commented there is a piece of tire in city parking lot off of FM78 between Burch
roofing and H.P. Printing. Have called the Public Works Department once, gone by
office and made report, and as of 5 o'clock this evening the tire is still there.
· Water leak at the back of the Community Center.
· Playscape had a couple of green beards missing offone oftbe towers.
· Commented on the repaired sign on Schertz Parkway looks good.
· Commented there is a need for placement of no outlet signs on Eli Whitney and
Cyrus McCormick
· There is a need for "End School Zone" sign on Scbertz Parkway (right side of street)
between Library and Elbel Road possibly in vicinity of Housing Authority Building.
At this time, Interim Mark Marquez presented Amy Madison with a bouquet of flowers
for a job well done at the Business Appreciation Dinner.
#2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Session August 8, 2002
Workshop Session August 28, 2002
Regular Session September 3, 2002
Councilmember Greenwald moved to approve the minutes of August 8, August 28, and
September 3, 2002. Councilmember Wilenchik seconded the motion, which carried with
the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Simonson, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#3 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on final reading of Ordinance
regarding disannexation and land swap between City of Schertz and City of
Universal City.
Mr. Marquez commented ordinance comes at the request of Universal City and added
ordinance was drafted by legal counsel Fulbright & Jaworski. Mr. Marquez explained the
acreage (.97ac.) being disannexed, and land release from Schertz ETJ to Universal City
ETJ, acceptance of 119.44 acres into Schertz ETJ, and land (2.79 ac) swap to Universal
City, which upon acceptance will transfer to Selma. He asked that final action on
ordinance wait until November 5a council meeting, due to the other cities taking action
on ordinances on this date. It was council consensus to wait and take action at the
November 5th council meeting.
04 Discuss final reading of Ordinance revising Section 18-32- Stop Intersections.
Mr. Marquez commented the ordinance includes the addition of stop signs at requests
from citizens, which are warranted. The ordinance is pretty much straightforward, no
frills type of action.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro-Tem Agee stated council would be ready to
take action next Tuesday.
#5 RESOLUTION: Consider and take action on Resolution Authorizing STEP
Program with TXDOT.
Mr. Marquez explained ordinance (STEP) authorizes the city to enter into a contract with
TXDOT to promote use of seat belts, etc. He asked that council pass the ordinance this
evening, due to a timing issue. Chief Cantrell informed council of receiving $15,000 for
previous grant offers, and also because the city is doing so well. Other city's received
only half the amount. It's a big honor for the city and added city would be focusing on
such holidays as Thanksgiving, Spring Break, Memorial Day and Labor Day. The
requirement is three with an option to go to four. The city will focus on four mentioned.
Councilmember Head moved to approve the Resolution authorizing STEP Program with
TXDOT. Councilmember Simonson seconded the motion, which carried with the
following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Simonson, Wilench'nk and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#6 Consider and take action setting public hearing date for Specific Use Permit
request.
Mr. Marquez commented that the nature of the request is part of council packet, and what
is needed this evening is to set the public hearing date. The specific use permit would
allow living quarters in a general business zoning. The date of November 19, 2002 was
selected.
Councilmember Greenwald moved to set the public hearing for the specific use permit on
November 19, 2002. Councilmember Simonson seconded the motion, which carried with
the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Simonson, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
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NAY: None.
#7 Items by City Manager
General Announcement
Mr. Marquez updated council on Boy Scout Hut issue. He believes the Boy Scouts have a
claim relative to ownership, however, will have discussion with legal counsel on certain
issues. Council will have information at next workshop packet on such issues as health
hazardous, flooding, etc.
Advised that INCODE conversion is going well, water billing is scheduled for mail out
on Friday. The bar code is a great improvement and postage rate is better because of it.
Personnel seem to be happy with the improvement. Another issue that finance is still
wringing out details is the Computerized Purchase Order system. The new system will
save on time and eliminate stack of paper purchase orders. INCODE has been very
supportive.
Mr. Marquez advised of testing council relative to pictures of new EMS vehicles. A
sneak preview of what the City is looking into. Different color scheme, not only for EMS
but also Police vehicles as well. The colors are brighter, and it was pointed out that all
lettering would be reflective.
08 Items By Council and Mayor
General Announcement
Councilmember Head
4-Board
Liaison Schertz Library Board
Councilmember Head shared with council that she would be leaving sooner than
expected. Letter of resignation has been given to Mayor Pro-Tem Agee, effective this
evening. It has been a joy being part of council as much a learning experience. She will
truly look forward on hearing what is happening in Schertz. She thanked council for their
instruction at the beginning it was well appreciated.
Councilmember Greenwald
4-B Board
Ex-officio Planning & Zoning Commission
Ex-officio Schertz/Seguin Local Government Corp.
Councilmember Greenwald passed out copies of SSLGC minutes, agendas, etc. Reported
on the engineer's report; water treatment pump li~ station, ground storage tank, and
wells. All are done. There have been some snags and the 36, 30" water line is not
complete; possibly in the November weather permitting. He mentioned that Mr. Marquez
should have take over as Executive Director, relative to right of way acquisitions,
however, with only three pieces of property le~t, he has relinquished authority to Mr. Jack
Hamlet.
Plannin~ and Zonin~ Commission
Reported Planning & Zoning met the 22ha, copy of agenda passed out. Minutes were not
available. Most of agenda items were approved. He pointed out plats of Jonas Woods
Subdivision, containing 67, and 69 units are available if anyone is interested. Mentioned
the flashing SAS Shoe sign will go away, the business is going to a new design. Planning
& Zoning has plan to bring forward an aggressive annexation plan for council
consideration. In conclusion, Conncilmember Greenwald also thanked Amy Madison for
a nice party (Business Appreciation Dinner).
Counciimember Simonson
Liaison BVYA
Councilmember Agee
4-B Board
Liaison Schertz Housing Authority
Councilmember Simonson commented on annexation plan. He believes there are areas to
take a very serious look at in order to continue with some continuity.
Mentioned he would do whatever he can relative to taking on appointments if council
chooses to appoint him. With Councilmember Head resigning, some appointments are
open. It was mentioned that appointment to the 4-B Board was essential.
Councilmember Wilenchik
4-B Board
Liaison Schertz Humane Society
Councilmember Wilenchik mentioned that he is liaison to Schertz HOA Coalition, which
is not listed. He reported on meeting scheduled December 5th, with representative from
Congress reporting on issues relative to Homeowner's Bill. Also made mentioned of
HOA meeting on the 14t~, meeting that he and Mr. Marquez would attend. Mr. Marquez
mentioned that ~om time to time requests come into the City of possible attendance at
HOA meetings. He would like to attend time permitting, and asked if Councilmember
Wilenchik would like to attend. He believes its good practice to visit these groups.
Reported the Humane Society adoption drive (Black tie and tails) has been rescheduled
Saturday, November 16th to held at the shelter.
#9 EXECUTIVE SESSION:
(a). Called under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Sub-
Section, 551.074, Personnel Matters, to deliberated selection of new City
Manager.
(b) Called under Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, Sub-section
551.072, Deliberation regarding real property.
An Executive Session was held form 7:45 p.m. until 8:24 p.n~
#10 Action, if any, on above Executive Session.
(a). Called under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Sub-
Section, 551.074, Personnel Matters, to deliberated selection of new City
Manager.
Councilmember Greenwald moved to accept the employmem agreement as presented by
Mr. Marquez dated October 11, 2002. Councilmember Wilenchik seconded the motion,
which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Simonson, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
(b) Called under Chapter 551 Texas Government Code, Sub-section
551.072, Deliberation regarding real property.
Councilmember Greenwald moved to approve the recommendation as presented by Mr.
Spain on offer of Ripps property not to exceed $65,000. Councilmember Wilenchik
seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Head, Simonson, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#11 ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Pro-Tem Agee adjourned the meeting
at g:30 p.m. ~ j ~/~
Mayor pro~t/en~/City of Schertz/~/
ATTEST:
DepUty ~ty S(~retary, City of Schertz