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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
JULY 6, 1999
The Schertz City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, July 6, 1999
at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz
Parkway, Schertz, Texas. Those present were as follows: Mayor Pro-Tem Joe
Potempa, presiding; Councilmembers Pia Jarman; Reginna Agee; Glyn D.
Williams and Ken Greenwald. Absent: Mayor Hal Baldwin. Staff present were
City Manger Kerry Sweatt and City Secretary Norma Althouse.
#1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Special Workshop Session 05-26-99
Regular Session 06-01-99
Special Workshop Session 06-09-99
Mrs. Jarman moved to approve the minutes, as written, for the Special Workshop
Session of 5-26-99, the Regular Session of 6-1-99 and the Special Workshop
Session of 6-9-99. Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried with the
following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Jarman, Agee, Williams and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
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#2 HEARING OF RESIDENTS: Those citizens wishing to speak on
agenda items (other than public hearing items) or items not on the agenda
will be heard at this time.
Don Martin of 1016 Jasper Hill Lane, speaking on behalf of the Woodland Oaks
Homeowners Association, expressed the desire to reduce the speed on
Woodland Oaks Drive between the two Stop signs in front of the pool area. Mr.
Martin stated they had 10,000 entrants to the pool last year and they also have a
kiddie pool. They would .Iike to see the speed limit reduced from 30 mph to 20
mph, at least when the pool is open. If that would create too much confusion,
then they are recommending the speed limit be reduced permanently in that
location.
#3 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on final reading of Ordinance
regarding traffic regulations for the intersection of Maple and Beacon.
Mayor Pro-Tem Potempa introduced an Ordinance and read the caption as
follows:
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ORDINANCE NO. 99-D-11
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BY THE CITY 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 AND
SECTION 18-35, YIELD INTERSECTIONS; AND PROVIDING A REPEALING
CLAUSE.
Mrs. Agee moved to approve the final reading of an Ordinance regarding traffic
regulations for the intersection of Maple and Beacon. Mrs. Jarman seconded the
motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Jarman, Agee, Williams and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
#4 Consider and take action on final reading of Ordinance authorizing
Tax Abatement and Tax Abatement Agreement with FM 3009 Properties
LLC (Cal-Tex).
Mayor Pro- T em Potempa introduced an Ordinance and read the caption as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 99-T-12
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THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, APPROVING A TAX ABATEMENT AND A
TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENT, BY THE CITY COUNCIL, FOR AND WITH
FM 3009 PROPERTIES LLC, A PROPERTY OWNER IN THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ.
Mr. Sweatt advised this had been approved by Council on the first reading. The
tax abatement was recommended by the Economic Development Commission.
Cal-Tex is building a 65,000 square foot building in the Tri-County Business
Park. They feel it is a good arrangement and a benefit to the City. Both Mr.
Chalk of Cal-Tex and Mr. Marquez of the staff are here to answer questions.
Mr. Williams inquired if the products will have "made in Schertz" on them, as had
been suggested at a previous meeting. Mr. Chalk replied he doesn't know at this
point in time. Some people have a problem with that and others don't. They
need time to work it through.
Mr. Greenwald moved to approve the final reading of an Ordinance authorizing a
Tax Abatement and Tax Abatement Agreement with FM 3009 Properties LLC
(Cal-Tex). Mrs. Jarman seconded the motion, which carried with the following
votes:
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changes, and to go out and rebid the project.
motion, which carried with the following votes:
Mr. Williams seconded the
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AYES: Councilmembers Jarman, Agee, Williams and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
#6 APPOINTMENTS: Consider and take action regarding the
following appointments:
A. City Council representative to the Economic Development Corporation;
and
B. City Council representative to the Housing Authority.
Mr. Sweatt noted this had been discussed at the workshop last week and Mrs.
Agee had agreed to serve on the Economic Development Corporation Board and
Mr., Williams had agreed to be the liaison for the Housing Authority.
Mayor Pro-Tem Potempa said he would entertain one motion for both
appointments.
Mr. Greenwald moved to appointment Mrs. Agee to the Economic Development
Corporation Board and Mr. Williams as the liaison to the Housing Authority. Mrs.
Jarman seconded the motion, which carried with the following votes:
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AYES: Councilmembers Jarman, Agee, Williams and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
#7 BID AWARD: Consider and take action awarding bid for data
processing software.
Mr. Sweatt referred to the extensive discussion held on this at the workshop last
week when Mr. Le Blanc was here. Judge Cinnamon, upon reviewing the New
World Court package, has determined it meets their expectations and needs.
Adding the court package to the staff recommendation for the other New World
proposal would bring the total to $219,079.60. They believe New World
represents the cutting edge of our municipal software needs. It is felt they have
more applications and are adaptive to new items in the future.
Mayor Pro-Tem. Potempa asked if Mr. Le Blanc is tied up with New World. Mr.
Sweatt replied he is not.
Mr. Sweatt further stated Evelyn Boggess and Mark Marquez of the staff are here
to answer any questions. They along with Steve Simonson and L.J. Cott visited
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lowest bidder, you have to accept their bid and Mr. Sweatt answered that's
correct.
Mr. Greenwald asked Juan Guerrero, SAFES Director, if there was anything he
would like to see on a remount that would merit changing the specifications. Mr.
Guerrero deferred to Barry Klinge who answered it would be mostly cosmetic
changes. Mr. Sweatt added if there are significant changes to the specifications,
they could start the bidding process over. The current specifications were built
around the needs right now. Along this line, Mr. Huber of San Antonio
Ambulance mentioned they have run out of the 1999 chassis and would have to
go with a 2000 chassis.
Mr. Williams asked Mr. Guerrero and Mr. Klinge how they would feel if a seat
came loose and Mr. Klinge replied he would not feel safe. Mr. Sweatt stressed,
however, they are not putting the employees in jeopardy. Mr. Williams
disagreed.
Mr. Guerrero commented they may not be able to determine if a final inspection
was done by Professional Ambulance, but it all comes down to the final
inspection by the SAFES staff. Mr. Williams didn't feel that logic made sense.
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Mrs. Agee asked how long a remount takes and Mr. Guerrero replied two years
ago it took 72 days and was successful. Mrs. Agee then inquired if this proposed
remount will satisfy SAFES for the next two years and Mr. Guerrero answered it
will probably satisfy them for the next 5-6 years.
Mrs. Agee questioned if they are in dire straits for the remount and Mr. Sweatt
replied no, but it does need to be done soon. Mrs. Agee then expressed some
concern about the City's liability, especially since we know it appears
Professional Ambulance has done some sub-standard work in the past.
Mr.. Sweatt remarked, if it is the wish of City Council, they could reject all bids and
rewrite the specifications for a 2000 chassis. Mrs. Agee wondered what would
keep Professional Ambulance from bidding again. Mr. Williams questioned if
there's anything in writing regarding shoddy workmanship on their part. Mr.
Huber pointed out that City Mangers don't always want to put those things in
writing. Mr. Williams then asked Mr. Huber if he could provide them with the
names of some other cities that have dealt with Professional Ambulance. Mr.
Huber replied he could do that.
Mrs. Jarman reminded Council they are responsible for spending the taxpayers
money and if they get an inferior product, then they are not saving the taxpayers
anything. Several others agreed.
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Mr. Greenwald moved to reject both bids for a remounted Type 1 ambulance, to
rewrite the specifications for at least a 2000 chassis and any other necessary
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four sites and witnessed demonstrations of the New World software. Their
recommendation for the purchase of New World software is unanimous.
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Mr. Greenwald inquired if they are buying the court program without training and
Mr. Sweatt replied no, that would be budgeted in the new budget year. Mrs.
Boggess added the court program meets our needs and is easily integrated. The
committee feels New World will also provide the City with a good support system.
Mr. Marquez noted, that as a practical matter, it is always best to have a single
vendor.
Mayor Pro-Tem Potempa mentioned that in Mr. Sweatt's memo to Council about
the court package, he mentioned interfacing with current police software and
DPS. What exactly does that mean? Mr. Sweatt explained it basically means
that outstanding warrants will show up. If Council remembers, the court went
with Omni Base and they work with DPS. Omni Base will work with New World
to continue the program.
Mr. Williams moved to award the bid for data processing software to New World
in the amount of $219,079.60. Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion, which
carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers Jarman, Agee, Williams and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
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#8 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
· Told Council he thinks they have taken a huge and significant step for the City
in awarding the bid for the new software and he thanked them for their
confidence.
· Mentioned there had been some questions from Council about the
calculations in the swimming pool report by the Public Works Director. He
hopes the memo in his activity report helps clear that up.
#9 ITEMS BY COUNCIL
Mrs. Jarman:
· Thanked Mr. Williams for his presence at her side when she was called upon
to introduce dignitaries at the 4th of July Jubilee.
· Commented the library children's program ends this week and the attendance
has been tremendous. She will have statistics at a later date. Mayor Pro-
Tem Potempa asked when it's ending because he had been asked to read on
the 14th and the 17th. Mrs. Jarman replied she doesn't know anything about
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when he was supposed to read, she just knows her five weeks of
participation are over. The library had good programs due to people who
came and gave excellent demonstrations.
Mr. Williams:
· Read a letter to Council regarding the Woodland Oaks speed limit request.
The Homeowners Association would like to see the speed limit reduced from
30 mph to 20 mph, especially between Cedar Lane and Kline Circle - the
area in front of the pool. He is new at this and doesn't know all the
regulations. He is asking for Council's support. Mr. Potempa suggested
putting discussion of the request on next week's workshop agenda. Mr.
Williams pointed out that three of the members of the Council would be at the
AMCC next week. Mr. Sweatt stated he had been asked by Mr. Williams, at
least two weeks ago, to do a study on this and the Police Department is
reviewing the traffic situation. Mr. Williams remarked he doesn't think the
number of vehicles should be the only consideration. They Should also
consider the children. Mayor Pro- T em Potempa asked when the staff should
be finished with the traffic study and Mr. Sweatt replied in a couple of weeks.
Mr. Greenwald:
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· Suggested the request regarding the Woodland Oaks speed limit request be
placed on a workshop agenda for discussion after the traffic study is
completed.
· Asked who's going to AMCC and wondered if they should cancel the
workshop meeting next week. Mrs. Jarman indicated she would be at the
workshop meeting. Mayor Baldwin and Mr. Williams are leaving earlier and
will not be here for the workshop, but she won't be flying up until Thursday
morning.
· Reported he had lots of good comments about the fireworks and about the
presence of the Police Department.
#10 ITEMS BY MAYOR
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· Stated he received a letter from the Citizens Police Academy regarding a
problem with being able to keep school-crossing guards and they suggested
hiring retired people. Is the City having a problem with the school crossing
guards? Mr. Sweatt replied yes they are because the schedule for the
crossing guards breaks up the day. They work for approximately an hour and
a half in the morning and then for another hour and a half in the afternoon. A
police officer usually fills in when a crossing guard doesn't show up. That's
probably not all bad, because it establishes a relationship between the Police
Department and the students. Mrs. Agee pointed out it has been a problem
since 1988. Mrs. Sweatt commented it's in better shape now than it has been
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