11-05-2002 Schertz City Council - Regular Session
Tuesday, November 5, 2002
The Schertz City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, November 5, 2002 at
7:00pm in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz,
Texas. The following members were present: Mayor Hal Baldwin, presiding,
Councilmembers Steve Simonson, 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.
At this time, Mayor Baldwin made introduction of new Superintendent of Schools, Dr.
Belinda Pustka and David Fluker, Director of Auxiliary Services and thanked them for
coming.
#1 HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Amy Madison. Economic Director reported on the Holiday Lookup, which was a very
successful event. The event locks up individuals l~om the community in a make shitt jail
to raise money for special events (Blue Santa, Xmas, etc.). A total of $3,500 was raised
today. However, the over all total is going to be in the neighborhood of $4,000.The
money will be split with the Blue Santa Program, which helps needy families as well as
new event, Xmas parade and snowscape, scheduled for December 7t~ at 10:00 mm. at
City Park.
Robert Broekman, 4505 Grand Forrest spoke on the following:
· Red triangles and red buttons. Red triangles, he would like to see them on the city
gators. Red buttons, he'd liked to see if the city could use the buttons instead of the
white paint, used to strip city streets. He believes buttons would last a little longer.
· Mentioned he would like to see a lane change sign on Schertz Parkway going
southbound, at the intersection of Schertz Parkway and Curtiss Ave. Most Schertz
residents are familiar with the change, however, what about the newcomer to Schertz.
Mayor Baldwin asked Dr. Pustka if she would like to update council on any new
happenings in the school district. Ms. Pustka stated that Mr. Fluker would he best choice
for updating ongoing construction. She just wanted to stop by and put name to faces,
what a better place than this evening. She didn't have anything formal to say, only that
she appreciates how closely the city and school district has worked together.
#2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Workshop Session of September 11, 2002.
Councilmember Agee moved to approve the minutes of September 11, 2002.
Councilmember Simonson seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, 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.
Mayor Baldwin introduced an ordinance and read the caption as follows:
ORDINANCE 02-A-24
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN LAND TRANSFERS,
INCLUDING THE DISANNEXATION OF .97 ACRES OF LAND WITHIN TIlE
CORPORATE LIMITS OF TIlE CITY OF SCIIERTZ AND TIlE RELEASE OF
SUCIl LAND FROM TIlE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF TIlE
CITY OF SCIIERTZ TO TIlE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF
UNIVERSAL CITY, TEXAS, TIlE ACCEPTANCE OF 119.44 ACRES OF LAND
INTO TltE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISI)ICTION OF TItE CITY OF
SCIIERTZ, AND TIlE CONVEYANCE OF 2.79 ACRES OF LAND OF TIlE CITY
OF SCIIERTZ TO TIlE CITY OF UNIVERSAL CITY, TEXAS, AND RELATED
MATTERS
Mr. Marquez explained the areas ofdisannexation (finger of land going back to Universal
City (UC), release of land tlrom ETJ's, and land swap (parcel of property owned by
Schertz in UC around City of Schertz well) between Schertz and Universal City. The city
will gain ETJ that follows along Maske Road to the middle of FM1518 (approximately
119 acres. The ordinance is a three-city deal, the City of Schertz and Universal City
approving ordinance at meeting this evening and the City of Selma until the end of the
month.
Councilmember Greenwald moved to approve the final reading of the above ordinance.
Councilmember Wilenchik seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#4 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on final reading of Ordinance
revising Section 18-32-Stop Intersections.
Mayor Baldwin introduced an ordinance and read the caption as follows:
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ORDINANCE 02-D~25
BY THE CITY OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS
PROVIDING THAT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ, TEXAS BE AMENDED BY REVISING SECTION 18-32, STOP
INTERSECTIONS-DESIGNATED-GENERALLY ON SPECIFIC STREETS;
AND PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE.
Conncilmember Agee moved to approve the ordinance revising Section 18-32, Stop
Intersections. Councilmember Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried with the
following votes:
AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#5 BID AWARD: Consider and take action awarding bid for police vehicles.
Mr. Marquez reminded council that this year's budget included funding for at least four
new vehicles, which is part of the normal vehicle replacement package. Part of council's
package includes bid results. Staff is recommending purchase of (3) Crown Victoria
(Police Interceptors) and (1) Police SUV, Expedition fi.om Texoma Ford in the amount of
$85,508.00. Also, added was purchase of administration vehicle. The vehicle would
replace two vehicles that are literately falling apart. The bid was a very good price, and
vehicle is readily available. The bid award exceeds the budget amount however,
adjustment would be made at mid-year. The administration vehicle would be purchased
fi.om Bluebonnet Motors in the amount of $15,338.84 (best bid).
Councilmember Simonson moved to award bid to Texoma Ford in the amount of
$85,508.00 for purchase of (3) Crown Victoria's. Conncilmember Agee seconded the
motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
Before motion was approved, it was pointed the motion only includes the (3) Crown
Victoria's. Action could not be taken on the administration vehicle. Agenda read action
on police vehicles, and excluded the administration vehicle. The administration vehicle
will be placed on next agenda for council to take action. However, the SUV Expedition is
part of the police vehicle package and should've been included as part of the motion.
Councilmember Simonson amended the motion to include the SUV Expedition. He
moved to award bid to Texoma Ford in the amount of $85,508.00 for purchase of (3)
Crown Victoria's, (1) SUV Expedition. Councilmember Agee seconded the motion,
which carried with the following votes:
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AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
#6 Discussion and possible action regarding contract with East Medina Utility
District.
Mr. Marquez explained that as council well knows water is leased from different entities.
This year the city anticipated water supply to be on line in July. Obviously, rain delay and
others have delayed the supply. As it stands now, the city is looking at January 2003. To
comply with Edward Aquifer rules, the city must make additional arrangements for lease
water. Fortunately, East Medina Water District is willing to sell lease water at a very
reasonable price. The water will be needed in order to avoid a f'mc. Water kom the
Edwards will run out in approximately two weeks.
The value the city is looking at is $59,444.00, of which funds are available out of Public
Works (Water Sewer). Thc city will file claim with SSLOC in the same amount, in turn
the Corporation will file claim against contractor for failing to complete the project on
time. The city would be reimbursed either by cash or credit l}om the Corporation.
Councilmembor Oreenwald moved to procure the water lease agreement from East
Medina Water District in the amount of $59,444.00. Councilmember Agee seconded the
motion, which carried with the following votes:
Before a vote was called, there was brief discussion, relative to city lease water
agreements and termination dates. It was pointed out thc lease agreement with East
Medina Water District would terminate December 31, 2002, midnight.
At this time, Mayor Baldwin called for a vote, which was as follows:
AYES: Counciimember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Oreenwald.
NAY: None.
#7 Discussion regarding Schertz/Seguin Local Government Corporation land
purchase and other matters.
Mr. Marquez explained that SSLGC goal is obtain additional property in order to obtain
additional water rights. The corporation has approved the purchase of approximately 88
acres however, until the corporation generates revenues from the sale of water, both
Schertz and Seguin will provide funds for these purchases (shared equally). The purchase
price is $130,000, (fair price), of which (not to exceed) $65,000 would be the
contribution to SSLGC from Schertz. The cost charged to alternate water project (fi'om
utility capital fund), of which funds have been allocated. Keep in mind, the city would be
reimbursed t~om the corporation.
Mayor Baldwin noted council would be ready to take action at the next workshop session
on this issue.
#8 RESIGNATION: Consider and take action accepting letter of resignation
from Councilmember Norma Head and possible discussion regarding her
replacement.
Mayor Baldwin read letter of resignation fi.om Mrs. Norma Head, and accepts the
resignation~ However, council would need to take action on resignation, before discussion
on her replacement can take place.
Councilmember Agee moved to accept letter of resignation from Norma Head.
Councilmember Wilenehik seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmember Simonson, Agee, Wilenchik and Greenwald.
NAY: None.
Replacement Discussion:
Mayor Baldwin asked what feelings does Council have regarding replacement.
It was noted council has two options, appointment or election. If appointing, council has
thirty days fiom accepting resignation.
Couneilmember Wilenchik suggests revisiting applicants fi.om previous appointment in
which, Councilmember Simonson was appointed. Councilmember Agee voiced concern
with the number of appointments thus far on council.
Mayor Baldwin reminded everyone that in the past two-year's council election has run
unopposed. There is cost on putting on an election (approximately $2,000), thus he has
no problem making selection fiom interested applicants.
Councilmember Wilenehik recalls several applicants fiom the Nortbeliffe area, thus
suggests pulling list of applicants.
In brief discussion, it was suggested applicants would be contacted and asked, if still
interested. In this way, council would have an opportunity possibly to select someone to
represent the Northcliffe area, which has been newly annexed. It was council consensus
to take action on selection (of interested applicants) at next workshop.
#9 Items by City Manager
General Announcement
Mr. Marquez reported new air conditioning system would be installed the weekend.
#10 Items by Council and Mayor
General Announcement
Councilmember Simonson
Liaison BVYA
Cotmcilmember Simonson commended the City Manager on fine job of generating
financial report. Report is easy to follow and thanked him and Mr. Jain on a job well
done.
He asked that he would really like to see a new zoning map of the city. The one in
chambers is very outdated.
Counciimember Agee
4-B Board
Liaison to Schertz Housing Authority
No comment.
Counciimember Wilenchik
4-B Board
Liaison-Humane Society
Liaison HOA Coalition
No comment.
Couneilmember Greenwald
4-B Board
Ex-officio Planning & Zoning Commission
Ex-officio Schertz/Seguin Local Government Corp.
No comment.
Mayor Baldwin
General Announcement
Mayor Baldwin commented that he and the City Manager would be attending
Commissioner Court meetings in future. He was surprised to realize that some
Commissione/Tdon't know where Sehertz is at. Mayor Baldwin explained that the city is
taking a beating on the press (newspaper, radio and TV), on the issue of fire protection in
the cotmty. He went on to explain the reason behind the city's decision, not accepting the
contract. Everyone else in the county received money, no one else lost except the city.
#11 Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Baldwin adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.
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Mayor, City of Schertz, Texas
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Depmy/2ity ~/ecr~ary, City of Schertz, Texas