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SPECIAL WORKSHOP SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 25, 1998
The Schertz City Council convened in Special Workshop Session on
Wednesday, February 25, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the
Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. The following
members were present: Mayor Hal Baldwin, presiding; Council members Charles
McDonald; Joe Potempa; Norman Agee, Sr.; Timothy Swinney and Ken
Greenwald. Staff present were City Manager Kerry Sweatt and City Secretary
Norma Althouse.
#1 HEARING OF RESIDENTS
No one had signed up to speak.
#2 Discuss second reading of an Ordinance granting a Tax Abatement for
AER Corporation.
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Mr. Sweatt advised this is the second reading of this ordinance. The general
headquarters for AER Corporation is in Carrollton, Texas and they are relocating
to Schertz. The Economic Development Commission has approved a 57% tax
abatement for AER over a five-year period of time.
Council indicated their readiness for this item to be included on next Tuesday
night's agenda.
#3 Discuss ground water supply report.
Mr. Sweatt explained the analysis and engineering work has essentially been
completed for Phase 2 and additional Wilson County study of the Carrizo
underground water potential. He understands from Crockett Camp that the
analysis will conclude that while transportation costs might be reduced, the
overall quality, dependability and other issues of the Wilson County locations
result in stronger recommendations for the Gonzales County facilities. After Mr.
Camp's report and discussion, he would like direction from Council and if
appropriate, possibly agreement to pursue other potential partners.
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Mr. Camp stated that they were directed to look at other sites for the possibility of
obtaining an alternate water supply source. Summaries are available for the
engineering cost estimates. One is for Wilson County and the other is for
Gonzales County. The Gonzales County facility is designed for peak demand in
the summer. Based on the well logs, the water quality is excellent. He
understands Seguin is also looking for an alternate water source. Mr. Sweatt
affirmed that Seguin has voiced a strong interest in a partnership arrangement.
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Mr. Camp went on to say he feels the City of Schertz could get in on the ground
floor of the Gonzales facility or at least have the option to do so. Mr. McDonald
asked if any grant money is available and Mr. Camp answered possibly. Mr.
Camp also felt it is urgent to deal with the issue of land and water rights.
Mayor Baldwin observed that the City can either be responsible for its own
destiny or be at the mercy of others. Mr. Greenwald suggested Mr. Sweatt get
together with Mr. Camp for some cost estimates. He then suggested letting Mr.
Sweatt, Mr. Bierschwale, Mr. Camp and him come up with some ideas. Council
thought that was a good idea.
Mr. Swinney mentioned directing the City Manager to pursue preliminary
discussion with Seguin and Council was in favor of that. Mr. Sweatt reminded
Council this will be an action item on next Tuesday night's agenda.
#4 Discuss bids regarding Street Department equipment.
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Mr. Sweatt stated Council has the tabulation of bids in their packets. The bids
were opened on February 19th. After review, it is recommended the bid for the
dump truck be awarded to Grande Ford in the amount of $32,500. It is further
recommended the bid from Grande Ford for the truck chassis in the amount of
$14.500 be rejected. It is also recommended the bid for the roller be awarded to
Conley Lott Nichols in the amount of $19,850, but no bid be awarded for the tow
package. Lastly, it is recommended the bid for the paver be awarded to Conley
Lott Nichols in the amount of $27,443 and the bid for the trailer be awarded to
Conley Lott Nichols in the amount of $7,190. Mr. Sweatt informed Council they
have the money available. $75,000 will be used from the budget and $12,000
from 1992 G.O.'s. Mr. Potempa asked if we have any equipment like this right
now. Mr. Sweatt told Mr. Potempa we do not.
Aftter being asked by Mayor Baldwin, Council indicated they were ready for this
items to be included on next Tuesday night's agenda.
#5 Discuss Interlocal Agreement between the City of Schertz, Texas and
the Schertz Economic Development Corporation.
Mr. Sweatt reported the Board of Directors of the Economic Development
Corporation held their organizational meeting on February 19th and the officers
were elected. Tim Swinney was elected President, Steve White was elected
Vice-President, Johnie McDow was elected Secretary and L.J. Cott was elected
Treasurer. They also set March 16th as the date for the public hearing on the
expenditure of Corporation funds relating to various projects.
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Mr. Sweatt then briefly reviewed the Interlocal Agreement and stated it will be on
next Tuesday night's agenda for action. Basically, it relates to the anticipated
transfer of certain proceeds of the sales and use tax received by the Corporation
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to the City to provide for the payment or reimbursement of certain costs relating
to the construction of certain public projects in the City.
Mr. Swinney wondered about the use of some of the funds on down the road for
park improvements. This was discussed briefly, but no definite conclusion was
reached.
Council agreed they were prepared for this item to be included on next Tuesday
night's agenda.
#6 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
. Mentioned the BVYA opening ceremonies are Saturday March 28th.
. Announced there is a meeting being held in the Community Center this
evening regarding Highway 130.
#7 ITEMS BY COUNCIL
Mr. Greenwald:
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. Reported Marianne Bulgrin was to the Planning and Zoning meeting last night
with a plan for her new restaurant. It was missing a lot information and there
are some problems with it.
. Noted it is being recommended that Peggy Brown and Kathy Hill be
appointed to the Board of Adjustment and some paperwork will be coming
forward to Council on that recommendation.
Mr. McDonald:
. Read a rumor in the paper today that the School Board and elected officials in
Seguin are delinquent on their taxes.
Mr. Aaee:
. Asked Mr. Sweatt if he had submitted his (Mr. Sweatt's) name in the
competition for representative to the TML Board. Mr. Potempa asked who
votes them in and Mr. Sweatt answered other City Managers.
Mr. Swinney:
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. Asked if something could be done about having reserved parking places for
Council on meeting nights. Mr. Sweatt advised there is no ordinance, but he
will check into it to see what can be done.
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. Commented they are still getting an odor over by Beck Concrete. Mr. Sweatt
promised to call Ben Davis.
. Announced he will not be at the meeting next week, but will be at a
conference for USAA.
#8 ITEMS BY MAYOR
. Remarked Randolph Brooks Credit Union is asking for a Resolution from the
City in support of HR 151. There was a brief discussion and Mr.Swinney
asked if there is a precedent for supporting a business entity. In the end, it
was decided not to do a Resolution.
. Stated Santa Rosa Hospital is looking for a volunteer to chair their 15K run.
Michael Spain requested that information about the event be made known to
City employees.
. Told Council a portable sign is in his neighborhood, on Lindbergh between
Brooks and Aero, and it is placed in City right-of-way. He doubts if a permit
fee was paid for it.
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. Spoke briefly about the parking problem at Nathalie's and expressed the hope
something can be worked out.
#9 EXECUTIVE SESSION: Called under Chapter 551, Texas Government
Code:
A. Sub-Section 551.071, Pending or contemplated litigation, and
B. Sub-Section 551.074, To discuss evaluation of City Manager.
Executive Session A. was held from 8:40 p.m. until 9:58 p.m.
Executive Session B. was held from 10:00 p.m. until 11 :07 p.m.
#10 Action, if any, on above Executive Session.
Regarding the pending or contemplated litigation, no action was required.
Regarding the evaluation of the City Manager, the following action was taken:
Mr. Swinney, saying the Council gives its full support to the job the City Manager
has done, moved to adjust his base salary to $69,000 annually, effective March
1, 1998. Mr. Agee seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Agee, Swinney and Greenwald.
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NAYS: None.
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