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Minutes
City Council
Workshop Session
August 8, 2006
The Schertz City Council convened in Workshop Session on Tuesday, August 8, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Municipal Complex Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Building #4, Schertz, Texas. The
following members were present: Mayor Hal Baldwin presiding, Council Members Jim Fowler,
David L. Scagliola, Reginna Agee, Tony Wilenchik and Mayor Pro Tern Michael Carpenter. Also
present were City Manager, Don Taylor, Assistant City Manager, John Bierschwale and City
Secretary, Judy Tokar.
#1 CALL TO ORDER.
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
#2 HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Robert Brockman, 1000 Elbel Road made the following comments:
· Stated that the Schertz Tales as not available in the Council Chambers
. · Noted that there would a new school site near Old Wiederstein Road.
Pat Parks, 6194 Pfeil Road made the following comment:
· Voiced concern and stated she was not in favor of changing the zoning from agriculture to
five acre residential lots. Mayor Baldwin suggested she write a letter to the City Manager
stating her concerns.
#3 DISCUSSION ON CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS AUTHORIZING
THE ISSUANCE OF "CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2006", LEVYING AN ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAX, WITHIN
THE LIMITATIONS PRESCRIBED BY LAW, FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE
BONDS PRESCRIBING THE FORM, TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND RESOLVING
OTHER MATTERS INCIDENT AND RELATED TO THE ISSUANCE, SALE, AND
DELIVERY OF THE BONDS, INCLUDING THE APPROVAL AND
DISTRIBUTION OF AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT PERTAINING THERETO,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PAYING AGENT/REGISTRAR
AGREEMENT AND A PURCHASE CONTRACT; COMPLYING WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS IMPOSED BY THE LETTER OF REPRESENTATIONS
PREVIOUSLY EXECUTED WITH THE DEPOSITORY TRUST COMPANY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Mr. Mark McLiney reviewed the proposed project financing with the City Council, and stated that .
the first phase would include six million for the library, seven million for streets and two million
for drainage projects, equaling fifteen million dollars. Mr. McLiney also stated that the City's
bond rating is currently AA.
Mayor Baldwin stated that the bond would be release over years which would not increase the tax
rate over five cents, as told to the citizens.
#4 DISCUSSION ON FINAL READING OF AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC USE OF
CERTAIN MUNICIPAL FACILITIES; SETTING FORTH POLICIES, RULES,
RENTAL RATES, AND RESERVATION AND LEASE AGREEMENTS;
PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR
PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT WITH THIS ORDINANCE.
There being no changes to report, the document would be ready for City Council to consider at the
next meeting.
#5 DISCUSSION ON FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE
INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY CONSORTIUM, LLC REINVESTMENT ZONE.
.Jonette Ellis, Economic Development Department introduced David Scordy and Roger Wittenberg .
of International Supply Consortium noting the company is a recycling facility which produces
cellulose loose-fill insulation used in new residential development. Ms. Ellis stated that a public
hearing would be required to establish a reinvestment zone for this property, which is scheduled for
August 15, 2006. Council Member Wilenchik voiced concern regarding designating another
reinvestment zone, and asked staff to review the definition of a reinvestment zone.
The City Council asked that this item not be on the Consent Agenda.
#6 DISCUSSION ON FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A TAX
PHASE-IN AND TAX PHASE-IN AGREEMENT WITH INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY
CONSORTIUM, LLC.
Jonette Ellis, Economic Development Department reviewed the application for the tax phase-in
stating the application qualifies for an abatement of 90% for seven years and 85% for one year.
Net revenues cover the cost of the abatement by 14.19 to 1 (for every $1 abated, the City will be
receiving $14.19 in taxable revenues).
Following review, City Council asked that this item not be on the Consent Agenda.
#7 DISCUSSION REGARDING INTER-LOCAL AGREEMENT CONTRACT AND
RESOLUTION WITH THE COOPERATIVE PURCHASING NETWORK (TCPN).
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. Kim Lewinski introduced Mr. Richard Mazur with the Region 4 Education Service Center's The
Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN) regarding an interlocal agreement for purchasing goods
and services from awarded vendors. Mr. Mazur stated that the service was free to the City. The
co-op was originally started for school districts, but has been expanded to municipalities.
Discussion only, no action taken.
#8 DISCUSSION ON AWARDING BID FOR 2006-2007 GROUP MEDICAL, DENTAL,
LIFE AND VISION BENEFITS FOR THE CITY.
Donna Dykes, Human Resources Director, introduced Scott Barnard. Council Member Wilenchik
thanked Ms. Dykes for the letter of recommendation and explanation. Ms. Dykes and Mr. Barnard
reviewed the bids, Community First and Humana, were being considered. Premiums collected
must cover the costs of the plan. Council and staff discussed the possibilities of employees sharing
the cost of the premiums to reduce the City's responsibilities. Two action items for next regular
City Council meeting will be to award bid and determine the amount of the premium the City
would pay.
#9
DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON THE PROPOSED TAX RATE. IF THE
PROPOSED TAX RATE EXCEEDS THE EFFECTIVE TAX RATE, TAKE
RECORD VOTE AND SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARINGS. (REFER TO
"TENTATIVE" BUDGET SCHEDULE)
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Juan Santoya, Finance Director, reviewed the proposed tax rate of $0.4517 per $100 assessment.
He also reported that the M&O rate is $0.3005 and the I&S rate is $0.1512. Mr. Santoya stated
public hearings would be required for this proposed tax rate.
Mayor Pro Tern Carpenter made a motion, seconded by Council Member Fowler, to approve the
effective tax rate of$0.4517. The vote was as follows:
AYES: Council members Fowler, Scagliola, Agee, Wilenchik and Carpenter.
NAY: None
The Mayor adjourned the workshop session at 9:28 p.m. for a break before reconvening for the
Budget Workshop.
#10 BUDGET WORKSHOP
Don Taylor, City Manager, reviewed the revenues, expenditures
Council requested staff review the budget with regards to the purchasing department's
expenditures, including separating office supplies for each department in lieu of all supplies being
purchased from the purchasing department.
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#11 ITEMS BY CITY MANAGER TAYLOR AND STAFF
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. Reminded the City Council of the Northeast Partnership meeting Thursday, August 10,
2006.
#12 ITEMS BY COUNCIL
Council Member Fowler
. Completed the TML training on the Open Meetings Act
. Attended Schertz Economic Development Corporation on July 27,2006.
Council Member Scagliola
. Stated that the Wynnbrook issues regarding speed bumps would be discussed at the
next TSAC meeting.
. Discussed the Events Manager/Recreation Program Coordinator regarding
responsibilities over the civic center, community center and city events. Gail Douglas
stated 40 people had applied for the position.
. Took a few calls regarding the zoning issues.
. Fairway Ridge: What side of the road will the right-of-way be taken on FM l103?
What happened to the park that was supposed to be in there? Mayor Baldwin stated .
that the ROW has not been established, and if the park isn't there, then they would be
required to pay park fees. Mr. Taylor stated that Mr. Truitt could provide the City
Council with a park fee report.
Council Member Agee
. Had no comments. Left the meeting at 10:35 p.m.
Council Member Wilenchik
. Had no comments. Left the meeting at 10:00 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Carpenter
. Attended Library Advisory Board meeting - nothing to report.
. Announced that the Lions Soccer club provides a large amount of money to support
SAMY's, and plans to meet with them on Thursday, August 10, 2006.
. Received a call from KENS-5 News
#13 ITEMS BY MAYOR
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. . Mayor received a call from KENS-5 News regarding the zoning public hearings.
. Sneak preview of the Northeast Lakeview College campus for Thursday morning at
9:00 a.m. (private viewing). Asked Mr. Carpenter to attend in his place.
. Discussion on petition submitted to TSAC by the Wynnbrook Subdivision. Issues
include a great deal of traffic, speed and stop signs.
#14 ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Baldwin adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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