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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 29, 1995
The Schertz City Council convened in Special Workshop
Session on Wednesday, March 29, 1995 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; Councilmembers
Charles McDonald; Joe Potempa; Barbara Stanhope; Mary
Marsh and Ken Greenwald. Staff present were City Manager
Kerry Sweatt and City Secretary Norma Althouse.
#1 HEARING OF RESIDENTS: A. Jerry Graham of 409
Maple, referred to Item 7, awarding bids, and asked several
questions. Is the mowing equipment a replacement? Mr.
Sweatt replied yes it is. What's wrong with the old paint
striper? Mr. Sweatt replied it is inadequate and we're
going to replace it with a better one. Mr. Graham
commented it cost us quite a bit of money when we bought
it. Did anyone say what was wrong with it? Mr. Sweatt
answered this had been discussed at budget time. It is a
replacement item. The current one is too small and doesn't
do the work adequately. The air jets are not designed to
handle the type of paint that we need to place down on the
street. The new one would be a larger, heavier duty piece
of equipment.
B. Jim Harris of FM 1518 and Schaefer Road reported that
the RAFB Restoration Advisory Board looked at 14 sites and
there are 5 more to see. Most of them are the storage
tanks and there's no real problem there. All that fire
training which they stopped in October, 1993 was of real
concern to Mr. Harris, but they have monitoring wells
everywhere over there to make sure there's no problem. The
other area of concern was the south sewer line and they
have it monitored to see if there's some leakage. An
interesting part was a monkey farm on Randolph AFB (which
Mr. Harris never knew was there) located at the far corner
of FM 1604 and Lower Seguin Road. There was a laboratory
from Brooks AFB located at Randolph in the late 60's and
70's where they had radioactive monkeys which died and they
buried them there. They later had to dig them all up and
put them in a toxic place for radiation. Mr. Harris said
he looked at several dump areas, but there's a lost dump on
a golf course somewhere which they haven't been able to
locate yet. If anyone has any concerns or questions they
can give him a call.
#2 Discussion of final consideration of an ordinance
amending the City Code of Ordinances regarding Swimming
Pool Schedule of Fees and Programs.
Mr. Sweatt indicated the first reading of this ordinance
had been approved by Council. It contains three changes.
First, a section has been added under season passes for
pre-school/day care allowing a teacher or day care
attendent and five students per pass. Second, it alters
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the number of days the pool is open from 90 to 89 due to
the calendar. Third, it provides for the offering of a
Lifeguard Certification Course at a cost of $80 for
residents and $85 for non-residents.
asked by the Mayor, Council indicated they were
this item to placed on next Tuesday night's
After being
ready for
agenda.
#3 Discussion of
amending the Code of
limits on Interstate
frontage roads.
final consideration of an ordinance
Ordinances by providing for speed
35 main lanes and Interstate 35
Mr. Sweatt noted Council had approved the first reading of
this ordinance. It was at the request of TXDoT that we set
a 45 mph minimum speed limit on the main lanes of IH-35 and
lower the speed limit from its current 50 mph to 45 mph on
the IH-35 frontage roads. The original request from TXDoT
was for only a portion of 1H-35, but as we discussed with
them, it doesn't make any sense to have different speed
limits on the frontage roads, so they concurred we should
probably just do it from City limits to City limits. The
two different phases of construction along 1H-35 will begin
quite soon. Ultimately we will have requests from TXDoT to
make the service roads one way. Until the overpass is
built at Wiederstein, the circulation distance for
commercial areas is pretty long. There will be some
adjustments to the locations of the on/off ramps that will
hopefullY accommodate some of the congestion.
Mayor Baldwin asked if Council was ready for this item
be on next Tuesday night's agenda and they indicated
were.
to
they
#4 Discuss public hearing on a request from Tim and
Betty Huckobey of 1915 FM 1518 for a Specific Use Permit to
allow them to remodel the existing building into a home
which is in a General Business district.
Mr. Sweatt advised that Planning and Zoning is
recommending approval of the request. The property is in a
district zoned General Business and a four bay garage is
there currently. The Huckobey's are proposing to remodel
it into a residence. A Specific Use Permit is required for
a residence to to be located in a General Business zone.
April 4th has been advertised as the date for City
Council's public hearing.
Mayor Baldwin asked if they are going to use
rental or are they going to live there. Mr.
replied they are going to live there.
it for a
Greenwald
Mr. McDonald
repair and Mr.
asked if it's still going to be an auto
Sweatt answered no, it will be a residence.
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Mayor Baldwin observed it doesn't look like a good location
for a house. Merwin Willman pointed out there are mobile
homes and a house in the area already.
There was discussion about how far it is off the roadway,
about heavy traffic, and about whether or not it's in the
floodplain.
Mrs. Marsh asked if the Huckobey's have a home now and Mr.
Greenwald answered apparently that's where they're living.
Mrs. Marsh expressed the desire to see a more accurate
drawing. How far is it to the street? How far is it to
the neighbors? What size is the lot? Mr. Sweatt
indicated he would try to get that information, but
clearly, those are questions to ask at the public hearing.
Merwin Willman assured Council it is not in the floodplain.
Everything in the area from the church on north is out of
the floodplain.
Mr. Potempa asked if it's in the Noise Zone
it is. Mayor Baldwin then mentioned we need
AICUZ (Air Installation Compatible Use Zone)
and was told
to check the
regulations.
Mrs. Stanhope asked how long these people have
but Mr. Sweatt did not know.
been there,
Mayor Baldwin, saying the name Huckobey sounds familiar,
asked if they weren't granted an exception for a gas line
sometime a couple of years ago. Mr. Sweatt said he would
check into it.
After being asked by Mayor Baldwin, Council
were ready to have this item included on
night's agenda.
agreed they
next Tuesday
#5 Discuss public hearing on a request from David
Vick for a Specific Use Permit allowing him to place a
house at 7537 East FM 1518 North which is zoned for General
Business.
Mrs. Marsh asked how far down on FM 1518 this is located
and was informed just before you get to Ware-Seguin Road.
Mr. Sweatt related Planning and Zoning is recommending
approval. A Specific Use Permit is required to locate a
residence in an area zoned for General Business.
Mayor
placed
were.
Baldwin asked if Council was ready for this to be
on next Tuesday's night agenda and they agreed they
#6 Discuss public hearing and resolution on the
transfer of cable franchise ownership.
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Mr. Sweatt advised that a public hearing is not a
requirement under our franchise ordinance, but we believe
it is pertinent to hold a public hearing to get input from
the citizens. The City Attorney's advice is to not
necessarily approve the transfer of the cable franchise
ownership, but instead to acknowledge it is occurring. The
subtle difference is that we are not being asked about or
approving the transfer, but simply aCknowledging it is
taking place.
Attached to the draft of the resolution in the packets is a
copy of FCC form 394 which is a requirement under the FCC
rules that describes who the proposed acquisitioner is,
what their financial capability is and their background in
operating a communications network.
Mrs. Marsh asked if this transfer will in any way disrupt
the agreement we have with Paragon and Mr. Sweatt answered
no it will not. One of the stipulations is that they
accept the franchise as it exists. In fact, they have
indicated to us they will accelerate the conversion to
fiber optics.
Upon being asked, Council implied they were ready to have
this item placed on next Tuesday night's agenda.
#7 Discuss awarding bids for the following:
A. mowing equipment
B. paint striper
C. 1/2 ton pick-up truck
D. 3/4 ton utility bed truck
7A. Mowino Eouioment
Mr. Sweatt indicated this is a replacement item that is in
the budget this year. We solicited bids and those received
were from American Turf, Missions Equipment and Watson
Equipment. The low bid is apparently that of American Turf
which is $10,200.00 with options. The second low bid was
from Watson Equipment in the amount of $10,666.00, and the
third lowest bid was from Missions Equipment In the amount
of $11,190.75.
We have reviewed the bids, and of the three, the Jacobsen
Turfcat being offered by Watson Equipment meets more of the
speCifications. We recommend Council consider awarding the
bid to them.
Mr. McDonald
equipment and
year warranty.
Sweatt replied
asked what kind of warranty
Mr. Sweatt replied he suspects
Mr. Potempa asked where it is
in the USA.
is on the
it is a one-
made and Mr.
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7B. Paint Striner
Mr. Sweatt mentioned thIs is also a budgeted item. We
received bids from Kelly Creswell, M-B Companies, Seal coat
Stripping Supplies, Pathmark and Pro-Tech Asphalt Ltd.
The lowest bid was from pathmark in the amount of $7,489.00
with a trade-in allowance on the current paint striper In
the amount of $2,500.00, bringing the cost of the equipment
down to $4,989.00.
The second lowest bid was from Kelly Creswell in the amount
of $5,925.00 with a trade-in allowance of $500.00, bringing
the total cost down to $5,425.00.
We feel the best qualified bid was submitted from Pathmark
and recommend Council consider awarding the bid to them.
Before discussing the pick-up, Mr. McDonald said he had
noticed, goinq back to the mower, that the Jacobsen doesn't
have a differential lock and wanted to know if that makes a
difference. Mr. Sweatt replied he did not know and would
check into it.
7C. 1/2 ton nick-un truck
Mr. Sweatt related we received bids only from Smith
Chevrolet for $17,574.00 and from Soechting for $19,341.00.
We recommend Council consider awarding the bid to Smith
Chevrolet. We had budgeted only $14,000.00, so this puts
us over by $3,574.00.
Mr. Potempa asked if the vehicle has an 8 cylinder engine
or 6 cylinder engine and was told it is a 6 cylinder.
Mrs. Marsh asked if we have the funds for it since it is
over budget and Mr. Sweatt replied yes we do. He
indicated the problem they have seen this year with all the
vehicle purchases is that there is no discount or dealer
incentive beIng offered.
7D. 3/4 ton utility bed truck
Mr. Sweatt reported that again we had received bids only
from Smith Chevrolet and from Soechting. The bid from
Smith Chevrolet was for $21,722.00 with a trade-in
allowance of $950.00, bringing the total down to
$20,772.00. The bid from Soechting was for $23,913.00 with
a trade-in allowance of $1,200.00, bringing the total down
to $22,713.00. We are recommending Council consider
awarding the bid to Smith Chevrolet.
Mr. McDonald asked what we are trading in and Mr. Sweatt
replied a 1987 Chevrolet.
Mr. Potempa
purchase of
asked
these
if we have the money to cover
trucks and Mr. Sweatt replied
the
the
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contingency fund for the Water Department has $18,000.00
which is unspent and can be used to cover the overruns on
these vehicles.
Council indicated they were
vehicle/equipment items to be
night's agenda.
ready
placed
for
on
these four
next Tuesday
#8 EXECUTIVE SESSION: Called in accordance
V.T.C.A., Government Code, Section 551.072,
deliberation regarding real property.
with
for
An Executive Session was held from 7:40 p.m. to 8:43 p.m.
#9 Consider and take action, if any, on the above
executive session.
Mrs. Marsh moved to authorize the City Manager to make an
offer for right-of-way acquisition on FM 78. Mrs.
Stanhope seconded the motion, which carried unanimously
with the following votes:
AYES: Councilmembers McDonald, Potempa. Stanhope, Marsh
and Greenwald.
NAYS: None.
#10 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: A. Noted, that as had
been discussed previouslY, we are now prepared to execute a
six month extension of our agreement with SAFES and
Randolph Air Force Base for the provision of EMS services
to the base. The same terms and conditions as in previous
agreements will exist.
B. Mentioned we will be sending notices, in conjunction
with TXDoT, for a public information meeting regarding the
FM 78 project. The meeting will be held on April 24th at
7:00 p.m. in the Samuel Clemens High School cafeteria.
C. Commented the BVYA opening ceremonies and parade are
scheduled for April 1st at 9:00 a.m. The parade will begin
at the First Baptist Church parking lot and proceed on down
Aero to Oak St. and conclude at the park area.
D. Reminded Council
regarding attendance
Seguin on April 21st.
please let him know so
he needs to hear from them soon
plans for the RegIon 7 meeting in
If anyone is planning on attending,
he can make reservations.
E. Advised they received a notice of a grant opportunity
for some solid waste programs through AACOG. The deadline
for submitting the application is April 5th and part of the
requirement is that it be approved by the governing body.
It is our intent to attempt to develop a grant and
demonstration project for disposal of grass clippings. yard
waste, etc. If we can develop a good application, he would
like to place this item on next Tuesday's agenda.
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#11 ITEMS BY COUNCIL: Mr. Greenwald:
Planning and Zoning approved the final plat
Denney's. Mrs. Marsh asked how long it
complete it, but Mr. Greenwald didn't know.
then asked how long it's going to be before
is finished and Mr. Greenwald replied he
should be completed sometime in August.
A. Reported
last night for
will take to
Mayor Baldwin
Bill Miller's
had heard it
B. Stated Planning and Zoning also considered another
request last niqht from some people who want to put a
mobile home park in the M-l district off Lookout Road.
They rejected it. Mrs. Marsh asked why and Mr. Greenwald
explained that for one thing, it would be spot zoning. For
another, the way they wanted to develop it was to start in
the middle and work toward the railroad tracks. All the
property around it, including that in Selma, is zoned M-l.
Mr. McDonald: Stressed they need some answers on what the
Highway Department is going to do about the water problems
along FM 3009. Savannah Square is a hazard. Mrs. Marsh
added that so is the entrance at Circle Oak. Mr. Sweatt
promised to talk with TXDoT about the problems.
Mr. Potemna: Reported that La Pasadita is rebuilding
after the tower was struck by lightning and will probably
be finished by next week some time.
Mrs. Marsh: Mentioned the Schertz Business Association
had its meeting today. The City Manager gave the City Hall
update and then they talked about the 4th of July Jubilee.
The carnival will be from June 30th through July 4th,
family night will be July 2nd with a deejay and dancing and
also arts and crafts, the Texas Music Company will be there
July 3rd, and on the 4th there is the parade, opening
ceremony, bands, raffle drawing, the fireworks and various
other activities.
There is currently a callout for membership in the Schertz
Business Association. They need more members and more
people to attend their meetings.
#12 ITEMS BY MAYOR: A. Announced there is a meeting
of the United Suburban Cities tomorrow at Hollywood Park.
Among the items on their agenda are the Clean AIr Act, the
Federal Flat Tax proposal and the VIA situation. Also, as
far as new business, they will consider donating $1,000 to
help fund the $150,000 needed to support city/county
consolidation efforts. Some members of this group are in a
real heavy discussion on qetting someone
(senator/representative) to put forth legislation that
would give cities the opportunity to vote for participating
in a city/county type of government. They are going to
vote on whether the group wants to support that or not.
This city/county idea is interesting and Bexar County is
very attracted to it. If it qoes, every city will have the
choice to opt in or opt out of it.
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B. Related the Bexar County Public Forum will be held
March 30th at 7:00 p.m. at the conference center of the
district office of the Bexar County Edwards Underground
Water District.
C. Reported he attended the ribbon cutting of Shay's Gift
and Coffee Shop at the corner of Main St. and Schertz
Parkway. It has a really nice little gift shop and
espresso coffee bar.
#13 ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Mr.
seconded by Mr. McDonald and unanimously
meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Potempa
carried,
and
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