ccreg 06-04-1996
REGULAR SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 4, 1996
The Schertz City Council convened in Regular Session on
Tuesday, June 4, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers
of the Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz,
Texas. The following members were present: Mayor Hal
Baldwin, presiding; Councilmembers Charles McDonald; Joe
Potempa; Earl Sawyer; Timothy Swinney and Ken Greenwald.
Staff present were City Manager Kerry Sweatt and City
Secretary Norma Althouse.
Mayor Baldwin welcomed everyone and asked them to rise and
join him in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Mr. Sweatt told Council that Acting Police Chief Steve
Starr is here to take some pictures of Council., They're
putting together an employee orientation program and one of
the parts of that is a slide presentation of various
departments and activities of the City. Acting Chief Starr
will be taking some photographs of the meeting in progress.
Mayor Baldwin then read a Proclamation on behalf of the
Mayors in the Metrocom Area regarding support for the
establishment of a San Antonio College campus in the
northeast area. Mayor Baldwin explained this is a joint
effort on the part of the Northeast Partnership of Mayors
and the Alamo Community College District to establish a
campus in one of the cities in this area. They are looking
at several sites for a temporary location until they can
find a permanent location and build a facility out here.
The northeast quadrant of San Antonio contains one-third of
the population of the entire greater San Antonio area and
there is not a college campus in the northeast quadrant of
San Antonio. Mayor Baldwin said he would sign this
Proclamation with Council's permission. Council authorized
the Mayor to sign the Proclamation.
*1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Session 4-02-96
Special Session 4-10-96
Regular Session 4-16-96
Mr. Sawyer ~oved to approve the minutes, as written, for
the Regular Session 4-02-96, the Special Session 4-10-96
and the Regular Session 4-16-96. Mr. Greenwald seconded
the motion, which carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
ABSTENTIONS: Mr. Swinney for the Special Session 4-10-96.
*2 HEARING OF RESIDENTS:
speak on agenda items (other
items not on the agenda, will
Those citizens wishing
than public hearing items)
be heard at this time.
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Michelle Smith, Debby Smith and Monique Smith had signed up
to speak. They were here for the public hearing and when
asked by Mayor Baldwin, chose to wait and speak at the
public hearing.
*3 PUBLIC HEARING: To receive citizen comments on a
request from Debby and Michelle Smith for a Specific Use
Permit authorizing them to use the property at 201 Church
Street as a Christian school.
Mr.
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Sweatt advised the property at 201 Church Street is
former Methodist Church. Twenty-eight letters were
to property owners within the required distance and
letters were returned in favor.
The request, as the agenda states, is from Debby and
Michelle Smith for a Specific Use Permit. The land was
originally developed in 1903 as a church. They plan to
utilize all buildings on the land and the empty lot across
the street for a private Christian school. The church will
continue to serve as a church used by the school for daily
chapel services and used by the community as a wedding
chapel. The Sunday school classrooms will be used as the
school proper. The former parsonage will be used as a day
care not to exceed 22 children, some of whom could be
employee's children. They do not desire to add or change
any outside structures at this time. Repairs will be done
to bring the building up to the Code requirements.
Landscaping will be completed to enhance the historic
chapel and add to the attractive appearance of the general
area. The empty lot across the street will be an overflow
parking lot and may be fenced in if required for insurance
purposes. It is estimated the school, when running at full
capacity, will employ 17 to 20 individuals.
Mr. Sweatt further stated the application was reviewed by
the Planning and Zoning Commission and sent forward to
Council with a recommendation to hold a public hearing. A
drawing of the property is included in the packets the
Council received. Debby and Michelle Smith are here to
answer questions.
Debby Smith related they are an established business which
has been operating in Universal City for six years. Right
now they have 30 students and are way over their limit for
the building. They need room for expansion. This is a
highly desired need. People want their children in a good
Christian school if they can afford private education.
There are no Christian schools in Schertz and the ones in
Universal City are at capacity with long waiting lists.
They want to move to a place where they can be a small
school and be able to help the community. Since they have
children who come from Schertz, Cibolo, Marion and St.
Hedwig, they think Schertz is an ideal place to locate.
Ms. Smith thinks they are fine upstanding individuals and
have a lot to offer a community.
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Mayor Baldwin asked where they are located in Universal
City and Ms. Smith replied at 202 W. Byrd. They've been
renting space for 3 1/2 years from the Tabernacle Baptist
Church. Ms. Smith pointed out the Christian school is
non-denominational, but they do teach the Word of God.
Mr. Swinney asked if it will take a lot to bring the
Sunday school building up to Code as far as fire safety.
Ms. Smith answered their biggest concern right now is fire
safety. They've had the City Inspector in and the City
Fire Marshal and they told them what they needed to do to
bring it up to Code. They already have a contractor
waiting in the wings as soon as they get their Specific Use
Permit approval. First and foremost they want the children
to be safe.
Mr. Swinney then inquired about the existing ki~chen and
asked if they will be serving lunches and if the kitchen is
in pretty good shape. Ms. Smith rep~ied they will be
serving lunches and the kitchen is in pretty good shape.
The food that is served to childeren these days is mostly
food that is bought and fast frozen, so you merely have to
warm it up. There's not a lot of frying and cooking. Ms.
Smith then went on to say the things they have to repair
are mostly items like sheet rock.
Mayor Baldwin asked what the total number of children will
be and Ms. Smith replied they are unsure at this time.
They feel the maximum will probably be 120 at full
capacity. She envisions that will take a couple of years,
so they are looking at approximately 60 children this Fall.
She likes to start small, get established and make sure
they can handle everything before they grow.
Mr. McDonald asked how many grades and Ms. Smith replied
they take children from 3 years of age through the 12th
grade. They had their first graduating class this year
with four students.
Mr. Potempa
answered they
State.
asked if they are tax exempt and Ms. Smith
are not. They do not receive funds from the
Mr. McDonald inquired if the church chapel will qualify as
an historical site. Ms. Smith, saying she doesn't know,
related there's not been a lot if interest in the building.
She fell in love with it and they are trying to make it as
nice as possible and preserve it.
Mr. Swinney asked if the school will have vans for the
children and was told they will not. Ms. Smith explained
in front of the school building there is an entrance and
exit, sort of like a half circle. The children will be
dropped off there. The children for day care will be
dropped off at the back of the property where there's a
turnaround space. There won't be anything on the curbs and
the street. They won't allow that.
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Mr. Swinney informed Ms. Smith the First Baptist Church
just did a community survey and found their biggest needs
were people wanting quality child care and also a good
partnership between government, businesses and churches.
Mr. Swinney welcomed the Smiths to Schertz and expressed
the opinion they will be a welcome addition.
Mayor Baldwin felt this is a great use for the facility and
commented he is glad they are trying to preserve it.
Patty Raspino of 105 Church Street said the neighborhood is
thrilled the Christian school is coming in, but they do
have a concern about traffic. It might be wise for the
Christian school to establish a pick-up point. Ms.
Raspino thinks, that at this time, the public school bus
picks children up in front of the church. With the traffic
that will be generated by the Christian school, she doesn't
think the front of the church will be a good pick-up for
the public school children. Ms. Raspiho's suggestion was
that the Smiths work something out with the school
district. There is a corner at Dowman and Church Street.
Also, it would be nice if the Christian school could be
designated as a school zone so people are aware.
Mayor Baldwin asked if the public school bus comes into
church driveway and turns around. Ms. Raspino replied
it just circles the neighborhood. The Mayor asked
Raspino to give him a call tomorrow to remind him to
Mr. Vance.
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Raymond Kennett from Texas Gifts and Pharmacy on FM 78
mentioned his concerns about traffic. They know FM 78 is
being widened and they know the three years of construction
will be a horrible mess. Mr. Kennett stated he uses the
intersection of FM 78 and First Street everyday and
wondered, if in the widening plans for FM 78, First Street
will be a three lane boulevard or will remain a two-lane
boulevard. If you're traveling north on First Street and
want to turn left onto FM 78, it now is difficult. With
the traffic that might be generated with 120 students, a
left lane there would make things a little smoother. Mayor
Baldwin asked if there's a left arrow at the light at that
intersection and Mr. Kennett informed him there is no left
arrow.
Mr. Kennett further stated he bought a 60 year old
building and refurbished it and found the sewer lines
didn't accommodate a current building. He told Ms. Smith
she has no assurance her sewer lines will accommodate 120
students. Mr. Kennett commented he thinks the Christian
school would be a plus for Schertz, but the traffic should
be studied carefully.
Ms. Smith pointed out the number of 120 students won't
happen in September. They're estimating 60 students at
that time. Also, all of them won't be coming in separate
cars. There are families with up to six children that are
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coming to the school and they would all be in one vehicle.
There are children that come from as far away as Blanco
Road in San Antonio and they carpool. They have only five
or six cars in Universal City bringing 30 children. Ms.
Smith doesn't think traffic will be a problem.
Regarding the widening of FM 78, Ms. Smith indicated they
are aware of it, but sometimes you have to put up with
inconvenience when you're trying to make something better.
Ms. Smith
plumbing.
had as many
remarked they are not worried about
The church has been there for 90 years and
as 300 people there.
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As far as the bus stop, Ms. Smith said she understands
from the school district this is not a designated bus stop
anyway. This was used because someone had clo~ed off a
street (not really a street) to the Palms Apartments.
There are no children that live in front of the church
property. They all live around the corner and if there
could be a safe place for them to go, that would be great.
Perhaps Dowman and Church Street would be more advantageous
to them. Ms. Smith mentioned they intend to put fence all
around their property to protect the children.
There being no further questions or comments, Mayor Baldwin
closed the public hearing at this time.
*4 Consider and take action on above request for a
Specific Use Permit.
Mr. Swinney moved to approve the request from Debby and
Michelle Smith. for a Specific Use Permit authorizing them
to use the property at 201 Church Street as a Christian
school. Mr. McDonald seconded the motion, which carried
with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
*5 SCHERTZ BUSINESS ASSOCIATION: Consider and take
action on the following requests from the Schertz Business
Association regarding 4th of July Jubilee.
A. Curfew exception for park usage and possession
of alcohol in the park;
B. Resolution regarding the restriction of
alcoholic beverages in certain areas of the park; and,
C. Contract approval.
A. Curfew exceDtion for Dark usaoe and Dossession of
alcohol in Dark.
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Mr. Sweatt explained this requires Council to approve a
variance in the current closing time of the park from 11:00
p.m. to midnight. This would be for the dates of July 3rd
through July 6th. The emergency services see no problem
with this variance.
Mr. Greenwald moved to approve a curfew exception for the
closing hours of the park from 11:00 p.m until midnight on
the dates of July 3rd through July 6th. Mr. Potempa
seconded the motion, which carried with the following
votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
B. Resolution reoardino the restriction of beveraces i~
certain areas of the Dark.
Mayor Baldwin introduced a Resolution and read the caption
as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 96-R-5
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS, DESIGNATING A PARTICULAR AREA AND
PARTICULAR DATES FOR WHICH ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
MAY NOT BE BROUGHT INTO OR REMOVED FROM PICKRELL
PARK.
Mr. Sweatt related the resolution simply describes the
City policy and ordinance that were developed some time ago
which allow city Council, by Resolution, periodic changes
to regulate the areas in and around the park where
alcoholic beverages might be brought into the Festival.
This year the proposed area runs along Aero Street, 382'
from the intersection of Aero and Oak St. to the drainage
ditch below the pavilion, 360' along Oak Street crossing
Brooks Ave. and to a point per corner, that point some 50'
down to the swimming pool, a dimension around the front of
the swimming pool and then another 182' down to the
drainage ditch and some 447' along the drainage ditch.
Signs have been prepared designating the area.
Mr. McDonald moved to approve the resolution designating a
particular area and particular dates for which alcoholic
beverages may not be brought into or removed from Pickrell
Park. Mr. Potempa seconded the motion, which carried with
the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
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C. Contract aooroval.
Mr. Sweatt noted this contract pretty well mirrors the
former contract which outlines the City's participation and
financial obligation to the Schertz Business Association.
Nolan Edwards and Anita Clark are present to answer any
questions.
Mayor Baldwin pointed out Nolan Edwards is the President of
the Schertz Business Association and Anita Clark is the
Chairman of the 4th of July Jubilee. They even made Wiley
Alexander's column in the paper this week.
There was a brief discussion on the amount of insurance
needed for the Jubilee and then Mr. Greenwald mentioned
that the fireworks has become an important part of the
Jubilee and they may not have it this year due ~o drought
conditions. Mr. Sweatt commented the fall back date for
the fireworks is November 9th, Veterans Day.
Mr. Potempa moved to approve the contract between the
of Schertz and the Schertz Business Association.
Swinney seconded the motion, which carried with
following votes:
City
Mr.
the
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
*6 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on ordinance
amending the Code of Ordinances regarding WaterlWastewater
Capital Recovery Fees and declaring an emergency.
Mayor Baldwin introduced an ordinance and read the caption
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 96-F-17
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
TEXAS, PROVIDING THAT THE CODE OF
CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, BE AMENDED
SECTION 19, EXHIBIT 10, SCHEDULE
CAPITAL RECOVERY FEES; PROVIDING
CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
OF SCHERTZ,
ORDINANCES,
BY REVISING
OF CURRENT
A REPEALING
DATE; AND
Mr. Sweatt stated John Bierschwale, Director of Public
Works, is here to fill in the details. The City of Schertz
has a Capital Recovery Fee which is the manner in which new
businesses and new residents participate in the cost of
rebuilding the capacity in the waterlwastewater system that
is used as a part of growth. Capital recovery is a theory
and plan by which our expected capital expenditures are
charted and designed into a proposed structure.
Under the terms of the State law which relates to capital
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recovery and impact fees, a public hearing was held. The
Planning and zoning Commission served as a Capital Recovery
Study Group and reviewed information presented by the
utility department and by the City's engineers and as a
result, recommends Council adopt a revised Schedule of
Maximum Capital Recovery Fees under the capital recovery
system.
Mr. Bierschwale listed three proposed major projects which
affect the Capital Recovery Fees. The first is an elevated
storage tank and transmission main at a cost of 3.5 million
dollars. The second is a regional water plant and the
third is ground water outside of the Edwards. Those two
combined come to 3 million dollars. There are no changes
in sewer except adjustments. Mr. Bierschwale reported the
City is only collecting $150 per unit and he is requesting
that be raised to $315 per unit to maintain the growth
coming into the City.
Mr. Potempa asked if CCMA will raise their rates again and
Mr. Bierschwale explained CCMA is at the maximum rate.
They would have to do a complete restudy of their system
and go through the public hearing process, etc. to
consider raising their rates.
Mr. Bierschwale remarked the fees being proposed under the
Schedule of Maximum capital Recovery Fees are $750.00 for
water and $1300.00 for wastewater.
Mr. McDonald asked if $750.00 includes the water meter and
Mr. Bierschwale replied yes it does. Installation of the
water meter is a separate charge and if the city has to go
out to the main and dig up the main, then that's also an
additional charge.
Mr. Potempa
Bierschwale
outside the
inquired what the meter box
replied inside the city it
City it is $83.50.
cost is and
is $73.50
Mr.
and
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fairest way
a brief explanation of LUE (living
and Mr. Sweatt said they believe this is
to provide for new capacity to the system.
unit
the
Mayor Baldwin asked if there's a maximum you can go to and
Mr. Bierschwale replied under water you can go to $848.00.
He's only recommending $750.00. Everything is based on an
engineering estimate based on a fair market value. He
reviews the plan every six months and meets with the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Depending on that review,
they can come back to City Council for an adjustment either
up or down.
Mr. Sawyer moved to approve the ordinance amending the
Code of Ordinances regarding Water/Wastewater Capital
Recovery Fees and declaring an emergency. Mr. Greenwald
seconded the motion, which carried with the following
votes:
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AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
*7 ORDINANCE: Consider and take action on first
reading of ordinance regarding traffic control measures in
Dove Meadows Unit 4.
Mayor Baldwin introduced an ordinance and read the caption
as follows:
AN ORDINANCE
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS, PROVIDING THAT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BE
AMENDED BY REVISING SECTION 18-32" STOP
INTERSECTIONS; SECTION 18-33, ALL-WAY STOPS;
SECTION 18-35, YIELD INTERSECTIONS; AND,
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES
IN CONFLICT.
Mr. Sweatt indicated this ordinance is an effort to
establish traffic control measures in the Dove Meadows
Subdivision Unit 4. This is ahead of the actual
development on the ground. These are new streets being
developed.
Mr. Greenwald moved to approve the first reading of an
ordinance regarding traffic control measures in Dove
Meadows Unit 4. Mr. Swinney seconded the motion, which
carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
*8 BID AWARD: Consider and take action on awarding
bid for uniform services.
Mr. Sweatt reminded Council that included in their packets
was a tabulation of bids received for uniform services.
Bids were opened on May 16th at 10:00 a.m. Eight bid
packets were mailed and three bids were received. After
review and evaluation, it is recommended the bid be awarded
to the lowest and best bid of $216.75 per week submitted by
Mission Uniform Service of San Antonio. This is a two-year
agreement with an option for a third year.
Mr. McDonald moved to award the bid for uniform services
to Mission Uniform Services of San Antonio at a cost of
$216.75 per week. Mr. Sawyer seconded the motion, which
carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald,
Greenwald.
Sawyer, Swinney
and
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NAYS: Councilmember Potempa.
#9 BIn AWARD: Consider and take action on awarding
bid for SAFES remount.
Mr. Sweatt reported bids were opened on May 9th for a
SAFES remount. That is the taking of an existing body and
installing it on a new chassis and making certain
modifications to the existing unit. Three bids were
received and Council was given a tabulation sheet in their
packets. After review, it is recommended the bid be
awarded to San Antonio Ambulance Sales in the amount of
$49,917.00. This recommendation is also based on a firm
commitment of a 60 day delivery to SAFES of a completed
unit. The other two companies had a delivery time
predicated on the delivery of a chassis to the~ with no
firm date.
Mr.
San
Mr.
Sawyer
Antonio
Greenwald
moved to award the bid for a SAFES
Ambulance Sales in the amount of
seconded the motion.
remount to
$49,917.00.
Mr. McDonald asked how San Antonio Ambulance Sales can
deliver in 60 days if they don't have a chassis. Mr.
Sweatt replied they do have a chassis on hand.
Mr. McDonald then questioned what's involved in putting
the box on another chassis. Mr. Sweatt answered there's
some minor work in rebuilding the box, some modifications
to make the old box fit the new chassis and the furnishing
of the chassis itself. This is a new diesel-powered
chassis. Mr. McDonald had not understood it included
furnishing the chassis.
Mr. Swinney inquired if the maintenance is as good on
diesel and Mr. Sweatt replied overall it should provide a
longer life. Mr. Swinney then observed he thinks the 60
day turnaround is critical in this case.
Mayor Baldwin
had and Mr.
third.
asked if this isn't the second diesel they've
Sweatt answered it's either the second or
At this time the vote was taken and the motion carried as
follows:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa, Sawyer, Swinney
and Greenwald.
*10 APPOINTMENTS: Consider and take action regarding
appointments to Charter Review Committee.
Mr. Sweatt noted he had made contact, as requested, with
former members of the Council and asked them to serve on
the Charter Review Committee. Every other year, on
even-numbered years, it is suggested Council appoint a
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Charter Review Committee consisting of five citizens of the
community to review the Charter and make recommendations.
Those who have indicated they would be willing to serve are
Jeff Duffield, Mary Marsh, Barbara Stanhope, and Adolph
Aguilar. Councilmember McDonald has agreed to serve as
Chairman.
Mr. Sawyer moved to appoint Jeff Duffield, Mary Marsh,
Barbara Stanhope, and Adolph Aguilar to the Charter Review
Committee and to appoint Councilmember McDonald as Chairman
of that committee. Mr. Swinney seconded the motion, which
carried with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers
Greenwald.
Potempa,
Sawyer, Swinney
and
NAYS: None.
ABSTENTIONS: Councilmember McDonald.
#11 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: A. Told Council he believes
they received their copies of the Texas Municipal League
magazine. In the event they did not, he has a copy of the
registration form for the Association of Mayors and City
Commission MemPers meeting in Odessa on July 25th through
the 28th. Mr. Sweatt asked that anyone interested in
attending let him know.
B. Reminded Council of the tour scheduled for June 8th.
Everyone will meet at the Municipal Complex at 8:30 a.m.
for brief refreshments. The tour will begin at 9:00 a.m.
There will be mid-morning break and then lunch at the
Community Center around noon. Hopefully they will wrap up
around 1:00 p.m. Attendance does need to be confirmed.
C. Reported they have included in the Newsletter the Stage
III rules handout and there may be questions about them.
The residential watering days for the City of Schertz are
odd-numbered addresses on Sunday and Thursday and every
other week omit the Thursday, even-numbered addresses on
Saturday and Tuesday and every other week omit the Tuesday.
The watering days for commercial businesses are Monday and
Friday and every other week omit the Friday.
The
but
the
and
off.
City has had excellent cooperation from its customers,
is still finding it hard to meet the goals set out by
Edwards. He believes the steps taken by the Council
the continued cooperation by the customers will pay
#12 ITEMS BY COUNCIL: Mr. McDonald: Reporting hearing
that Austin and its surrounding communities have adopted a
water conservation program.
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Mr. Wofford commented the watering days are so confusing.
We need a regional plan to end that confusion. Mayor
Baldwin agreed. Mr. Greenwald added the Fish and Wildlife
Service has gone to the Edwards and recommended changes to
the watering plan. They think people should water only
once a week.
Mr. Swinney asked if the Northeast Partnership would have
any luck getting involved. Mayor Baldwin replied it was on
their agenda for discussion last month. The Mayor pointed
out again that the key is San Antonio. If they don't
agree, it won't do the rest of us any good.
Mr. Potemoa:
yesterday. They
the road out, but
originally thought
are looking good.
Stated the Schertz Parkway Zone Board met
still don't have enough money to extend
should have enough in ten years. It was
it would take twenty-five years. Things
Mr. Sawver: A. Noted he has not been able to contact
Ruth Tienor about the walking/jogging trail.
B. Asked if the Texas Department of Human Services is
going to be required to put in a sidewalk like the Knights
of Columbus were required to do. Mr. Sweatt saw no reason
they shouldn't be required to do so. Mr. Sawyer stressed
everyone should be treated the same.
c. Said there are still loose dogs at 6:00 a.m.
Mr. Swinnev: A. Related having had the pleasure to
attend the Volunteer Fire Department barbeque over the
weekend and said it was the finest in recent memory.
B. Mentioned he had checked on air fare to Midland-Odessa
and Southwest Airlines offers a round trip for $81.00.
Flying is cheaper than driving. According to the agenda,
the meeting should be very beneficial.
Mr. Greenwald: Commented he had received his notice from
the Guadalupe Appraisal District. The form they use
creates a lot of confusion about who can raise taxes.
*13 ITEMS BY MAYOR:
reopening on June 8th.
A. Announced Retama has their
B. Reported attending a meeting at Randolph Air Force Base
last week. The wing commander is no longer concerned about
encroachment messing up the flying program. He is now
concerned about the Air Force moving the base because it
costs too much to maintain and repair the buildings at
Randolph. They are all on the State registry as historical
buildings. The guidelines are very restrictive. Mayor
Baldwin said he doesn't know if cities have any kind of
power over this or not.
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Mr. Swinney insisted Randolph will never close.
highly thought of by the Air Force. There are
over the place in the same situation.
It is too
bases all
Mr. McDonald suggested telling the Historical Society to
get out of the Air Force Base business.
*14 ADJOL............,..: On a motion by Mr. McDonald, seconded
by Mr. Swinney and unanimously carried, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
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Mayor~ City of Sche~tz, Texas
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