07-31-2007 Joint Session with Planning & Zoning
MINUTES
JOINT SESSION WITH PLANNING AND ZONING
JULY 31,2007
The Schertz City Council convened in Regular Session followed by a Joint Session with
Planning and Zoning on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex
Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Building #4, and Schertz, Texas. The
following members were present: Mayor Hal Baldwin presiding, Councilmember's Jim
Fowler, David Scagliola, John Trayhan, Tony Wilenchik and Michael Carpenter. Also
present were, City Manager Don Taylor, Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale,
Assistant City Manager David Harris, Director of Development Services Leonard Truitt,
City Secretary Judy Tokar and Special Projects Coordinator Brad Gildea. The Planning
and Zoning Commission members present were Clovis Haddock, Ken Greenwald, Gary
Wallace and Roberta Tutschke.
#1 CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
#2 PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE UNITED STATES AND STATE
OF TEXAS (Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one
state under God, one and indivisible).
Both pledges were recited.
George Antuna presented Mayor Baldwin a framed recognition of the City's honor as
being the number one City in the State of Texas and the 41 st out of 100 cities as the "Best
Place to Live" by Money Magazine. Each Council member and City Managers were
presented the same recognition along with one for the citizens and staff. They will be
displayed in City Hall and Council Chambers.
Michael Dahle, sent a letter to Mr. Larry Aiken without a response about the high weeds
that need cutting on the Sedona property, and unsafe ditch under construction along the
road that is dangerous, he would appreciate assistance from the City.
George Antuna showed the Council a sample of the banners that will hang on the light
poles along north and south bound lanes on Schertz Parkway.
Robert Brockman, 1000 Elbel Road, thanked Mayor Pro Tern Scagliola for handling the
last City Council meeting and said he did a good job. He said the metal building on FM78
was unsightly. He mentioned that the flag and banner section was left out of the sign
ordinance.
#3 Discussion and action directing the architect to proceed with the construction
of the Library project.
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David Harris, Assistant City Manager, said the next step was to approve the design and
development phase for the library.
Ronnie Biedinger with Kell Munoz architect met with the library board and the board
approved all the recommendations and they are ready to proceed with the plans.
Councilmember Trayhan asked if the natatorium being built jointly with the school
district would have an impact on the footprint of the Recreation Center and affect the
planned parking spaces. Mr. Biedinger said it would not and they would be making some
design changes to accommodate the agreement with the school district.
Councilmember Trayhan made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Scagliola, to
direct the architect to proceed with the construction of the library project. The motion
carried 5-0 and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola Trayhan, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: None.
Mr. Ronnie Biedinger, Kell Munoz, said the bids would be out by the end of December
2007 and start construction in January 2008.
#4 ORDINANCE: Discussion and action on fmal reading of an ordinance providing
that the Code of Ordinances of the City of Schertz, Texas be amended by revising
Chapter 90, Water, Wastewater Disposal, Exhibit 4, Water rates established;
providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. (1. Bierschwale)
Ordinance No. 07-F-35
An ordinance providing that the Code of Ordinances of the City of Schertz, Texas be
amended by revising Chapter 90, Water, Wastewater Disposal, Exhibit 4, Water rates
established; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date.
Councilmember Fowler made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Trayhan, to
approve an ordinance providing that the Code of Ordinances of the City of Schertz, Texas
be amended by revising Chapter 90, Water, Wastewater Disposal, Exhibit 4, Water rates
established; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. The motion
carried 5-0 and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola, Trayhan, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: None.
#5 ORDINANCE: Discussion and action on final reading of an ordinance
providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of Schertz,
Texas by the annexation of approximately 194.56 acres located at the
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southwest comer of Eckhardt Road and Froboese Road; and related matters.
(L. Truitt)
Ordinance No. 07-J-34
An ordinance providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of Schertz,
Texas by the annexation of approximately 194.56 acres located at the southwest comer of
Eckhardt Road and Froboese Road; and related matters.
Councilmember Carpenter made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Trayhan, to
approve an ordinance providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of
Schertz, Texas by the annexation of approximately 194.56 acres located at the southwest
comer of Eckhardt Road and Froboese Road; and related matters. The motion carried 5-0
and the vote was as follows:
A YES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola, Trayhan, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: None.
#6 ORDINANCE: Discussion and action on final reading of aD ordinance
providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of Schertz,
Texas by annexation of approximately 35.874 acres located at the terminus of
Hillbrook Drive and adjacent to FM 1518 approximately 2,200 feet south of
the intersection of FM 1518 and Schaefer Road; and related matters. (L.
Truitt)
Ordinance No. 07-J-33
An ordinance providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of Schertz,
Texas by annexation of approximately 35.874 acres located at the terminus of Hillbrook
Drive and adjacent to FM 1518 approximately 2,200 feet south of the intersection ofFM
1518 and Schaefer Road; and related matters.
Councilmember Carpenter made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Trayhan, to
approve an ordinance providing for the extension of the boundary lines of the City of
Schertz, Texas by annexation of approximately 35.874 acres located at the terminus of
Hillbrook Drive and adjacent to FM 1518 approximately 2,200 feet south of the
intersection of FM 1518 and Schaefer Road; and related matters. The motion carried 5-0
and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola, Trayhan, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: None.
#7 MINUTES: Approve the minutes of the regular sessions of July 3, 2007 and
July 17,2007 meetings.
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Councilmember Wilenchik requested that the minutes of July 3, 2007 be pulled.
Councilmember Carpenter made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Trayhan to
approve the minutes of the regular session of July 17, 2007 meeting. The motion carried
5-0 and the vote was as follows:
A YES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola, Trayhan, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: None.
#8 Discussion and action on the agenda for the August 7th meeting. (National
Night Out)
It was decided that Council would meet at City Hall at 6:30 p.m. to go out in the
neighborhoods and participate in National Night Out. There would be a special called
meeting on Friday, August 10th at 3:00 p.m. for the regular business with the budget
workshop.
Councilmember Fowler made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilenchik, to call a
special called meeting on Friday, August 10, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. The motion carried 5-0
and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Fowler, Scagliola, Wilenchik, and Carpenter.
NA YES: Councilmember Trayhan
#9 Update and discussion on the revision of the Planning and Zoning Unified
Development Code by Mitchell Planning Group. (D. Harris)
Thomas Rhodes with Mitchell Planning Group said the diagnostic report was completed
and requested a joint meeting with the City Council and Planning and Zoning
Commission to make a presentation. Discussion will be on policy related issues. A joint
meeting on August 22nd was decided.
The joint meeting was opened at 7:28 p.m.
#10 Discussion and possible action regarding coordination between the City
Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission, including but not limited
to matters relating to communication; development goals and concerns;
short-term, mid-term, and long-range planning; and other matters.
Thomas Rhodes updated the Council and P&Z on the annexation and rezoning of Comal
and Bexar County in north Schertz. He stated there is no impact on residential property.
The Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing is schedule for August 22nd. Staff
is anticipating a large public turnout.
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Mr. Rhodes reviewed the action taken by Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the
property at the comer of Patrick Henry and FM 3009. Planning and Zoning Commission
denied the request based on a lack of specific criteria for the General Business zoning and
recommended Neighborhood Services which is less intense. The commission received a
lot of opposition from the residents, the residents are not wanting any type of
development at the location.
The staff is working with the City of Cibolo and City of San Antonio relating to release
of land on Lower Seguin Road to Cibolo Creek down FM1518 to IHI0. Mr. Rhodes is
preparing a resolution, service and thoroughfare plans and joint interlocal agreement.
Mayor Baldwin asked to be included in the UDC the establishment of historical
development on Main, Exchange, First and Second Street areas. Other areas that were
discussed for potential attraction to the City were the sign and property of the Starlite
drive-in theatre. Mr. Truitt said he would contact the current owner about purchasing the
sign. Another property for potential development is Pecan Grove on FM 78.
Councilmember Carpenter asked for an executive session to discuss these items.
Councilmember Fowler asked and was assured by Mr. Rhodes the UDC will definitely
incorporate the park master plan. It will be up to the Council to determine how much
acreage is required by the developer for parkland and where the parks will actually be
located within the development.
The joint meeting closed at 8:13 p.m.
#11 Items by City Manager Taylor and Staff
None.
#12 Items by Council
Councilmember Fowler
· Reported on the Economic Development Corporation meeting By-laws are
being forwarded to Council for approval. The Economic Development
Corporation asked to schedule interviews for the vacant position on the
Board. Since the Economic Development Commission is dissolving board
responsibilities are being handled by the Corporation. It has been
recommended Economic Development Corporation purchase 8 patrol
vehicles and they don't think they should purchase rolling stock. He
asked in the future, annexation maps be provided with the ordinances.
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Mayor Pro- Tem Scagliola
· One of the criteria for being one of the top Cities by Money Magazine was
accessibility to quality schools; he wanted to personally attend a school
board to thank them for their contribution toward this honor.
Councilmember Trayhan
· Thanked the staff for providing the budget schedule.
Councilmember Wilenchik
· He will be out of town next week for a [mancial workshop in Utah.
Councilmember Carpenter
Reconfirmed when leaving for National Night Out on August 7th.
#13 Items by Mayor
· Asked to put pressure on the property owners of the Curtiss Street to do
something with the burned out house.
· Read a letter from Dick Chambless thanking the City for the plaque and
recognition at the opening day dedication of the BVY A ball fields.
#14 ADJOURNMENT.
The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
David
Attest:
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