12-06-2022 MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
December 6, 2022
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on
December 6, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400
Schertz Parkway, Building #4, Schertz, Texas. The following members present to -wit:
Present: Mayor Ralph Gutierrez; Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward; Councilmember Mark
Davis; City Council Place 2 - Vacant; Councilmember Jill Whittaker; Councilmember
Michael Dahle; Councilmember David Scagliola; Councilmember Tim Brown
City City Manager Steve Williams; Assistant City Manager Brian James; City Attorney
Staff: Daniel Santee; Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez; Deputy City Secretary
Sheila Edmondson
Call to Order
Mayor Gutierrez called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Opening Prayer and Pledges of Allegiance to the Flags of the United States and State of
Texas. (Councilmember Michael Dahle)
Mayor Gutierrez recognized Councilmember Michael Dahle who provided the opening prayers
followed by the Pledges of Allegiance to the Flags of the United States and the State of Texas.
Presentations
• Mr. Fredy Degollado - Service with the YMCA
Parks and Recreation Director Lauren Shrum introduced Mr. Fredy Degollado who has
served the YMCA for 35 years. Mayor Gutierrez presented Mr. Degollado with a
thank -you plaque.
• Introduction of the Schertz Young Leaders 2023 Class
Cassandra Paddock introduced the Inaugural Schertz Young Leaders 2023 Class. They
will have the opportunity to learn about their community and leadership and make a
positive impact on the community.
Employee Introductions
Mayor Gutierrez recognized City Department Heads who introduced their new employees.
• Utility Billing: Crystal Rubio -Utility Billing; Richard Gomez -Utility Billing Technician
• Fleet and Facility Services: Tobie John Salazar -Plumber Apprentice; Michael
Hernandez -Grounds Maintenance Technician
• Public Affairs: Lonnie Corso -Events Attendant
. Public Works/Streets: Silas James Pitts -Street Worker-1
. Animal Services: Cleotilde Padilla -Animal Services Officer; Daniella Shapiro -Animal
Services Officer
. Police Department: Matthew Potter -Police Officer
. Fire Department: Dan Kramer -Assistant Fire Chief, Timothy Dyer -Firefighter
City Events and Announcements
• Announcements of upcoming City Events (B. James/S. Gonzalez)
Mayor Gutierrez recognized the Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez who provided
the following information:
Thursday, December 8
NEP Monthly Meeting
11:30 AM
Olympia Hills Golf Course & Conference Center
Tuesday, December 13
Next regular scheduled Council meeting
6:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, December 19 — Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 — Friday,
December 30
Schertz Runoff Election Early Voting for City Council Place 2 and Mayor
8:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Schertz Elections Office Annex
1101 Elbel Road (Next to the Post Office)
or Seguin Elections Office, 215 S. Milam Street, Seguin
Note: Applies to all Schertz residents regardless of the county they reside in
Tuesday, January 3
Schertz Runoff Election Day
7:00 AM — 7:00 PM
Schertz Elections Office Annex
1101 Elbel Road (Next to the Post Office)
Note: This will be the only voting location for Schertz residents and applies to all Schertz
residents regardless of the county they reside in
• Announcements and recognitions by the City Manager (S. Williams)
City Manager Steve Williams thanked everyone for the warm welcome to the City of Schertz.
• Announcements and recognitions by the Mayor (R. Gutierrez)
Mayor Gutierrez wanted to thank the entire staff for the hard work provided to make the Deck
the Halls and Holidazzle a huge success.
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Hearing of Residents
This time is set aside for- any person who wishes to address the City Council. Each person
should fill out the speaker's register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to
no more than 3 minutes.
All remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a body, and not to any individual member
thereof. Any person making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks while addressing
the Council may be requested to leave the meeting.
Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward recognized the following residents:
Maggie Titterington-1730 Schertz Parkway: Ms. Titterington announced that the Chamber
Leadership Core will be taking the Schertz Emerging Leaders to the Capital to introduce them
to our State government. The Health and Home Show is January 28, 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00
pm. will be at the Schertz Chamber. There will be free health screens and also 18 home
providers to visit with about the health of your home. Raising Canes celebrated their 10-year
anniversary in the City of Schertz. Ms. Titterington asked the Council to support the Local
Flavor Grant for the Grayhouse Blooms which will be on the next meeting's agenda.
Consent Agenda Items
The Consent Agenda is considered self-explanatory and will be enacted by the Council with
one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless they are removed from
the Consent Agenda upon the request of the Mayor or a Councilmember.
Mayor Gutierrez read Consent Agenda Items 1-5 for the record.
Mayor Pro-Tem Heyward read Consent Agenda Items 5-11.
1. Minutes — Consideration and/or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the
regular meeting of October 11, 2022, and October 25, 2022. (S.Edmondson)
2. Resignations and Appointments to various Boards, Commissions and
Committees - Consideration and/or action approving the Resignation of Mr. Paul
Ringenbach as a Regular Member of the Historic Preservation Committee, approve
Mr. Miguel Vazquez to the Historical Preservation Committee. (S.
Edmondson/Mayor-Council)
3. Approval of the 2023 Master Calendar (B. James/S. Gonzalez)
4. Resolution No. 22-R-133 - A Resolution by the City of Schertz City Council
authorizing an Addendum to th LESO Program State Plan of Operation (SPO), the
acknowledging the Certification of Notification for Law Enforcement Agency to
Potentially Acquire Controlled Property and other matters in connection therewith.
(S. Williams/J. Lowery)
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5. Resolution No. 22-R-138 — Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the
City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, authorizing a Task Order Agreement with
Halff Associates for a not to exceed amount of $330,000 for the Lookout Road
Reconstruction Project. (B. James/J. Nowak)
6. Resolution 22-R-80 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City
Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing a professional services agreement
with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for the Update of the City's Comprehensive Plan.
7. Resolution 22-R-120 - A Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz
authorizing an agreement with Selrico Services for the Schertz Area Senior Center
Nutrition Program.
8. Resolution 22-R-131 - a Resolution by the City of Schertz authorizing an amendment
to the School Resource Officer Program Agreement with the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal
City Independent School District, and other matters in connection therein
9. Resolution 22-R-139 - Consideration and/or action by the City Council of the City of
Schertz, Texas authorizing an increase to the contract with CutRite Landscaping for
the Cibolo Valley Drive Medians Landscaping Project.
10. Resolution 22-R-140 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution
authorizing the revised Bylaws of the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee, and
other matters in connection therewith (B. James)
11. Ordinance 22-T- 43 - An Ordinance by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas
authorizing an adjustment to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget to fund audio/visual
improvements for Municipal Court, repealing all ordinance or parts of ordinance in
conflict with this ordinance; and providing an effective date. (Final Reading)
(M.Browne/J. Walters)
Mayor Gutierrez asked for Consent Agenda Item #7 to be removed for separate action.
Mayor Gutierrez asked for a motion for Consent Agenda Items 1-6 and 8-11.
Moved by Councilmember Jill Whittaker, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Allison
Heyward
AYE: Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
Discussion and Action Items
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Mayor Gutierrez asked to have Consent Agenda Item 7 pulled for further discussion.
RESOLUTION NO.20-R-120
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
SELRICO SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE THE MEALS FOR THE CONGREGATE
MEAL PROGRAM AT THE SCHERTZ AREA SENIOR CENTER.
Mayor Gutierrez asked is there is a way to work with the vendor and the menu when the
residents request change. Parks Director Lauren Shrum explained there is a feedback comment
card process in which the residents can share with the contractor about the meals provided.
Mayor Gutierrez asked for a motion to approve Resolution 22-R-120.
Moved by Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward, seconded by Councilmember Tim
Brown
AYE: Mayor Pro-Tem. Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
12. Ordinance No. 22-T-49 - Consideration and/or action approving an Ordinance by the
City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, authorizing an adjustment to the fiscal year
2022-2023 budget, repealing all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this
Ordinance; and providing an effective date. ( First Reading) (B. James/J. Walters)
Mayor Gutierrez read the following into record:
ORDINANCE NO.22-T-49
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS AUTHORIZING AN ADJUSTMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023
BUDGET TO REAUTHORIZE UNUSED FUNDS FROM FISCAL YEAR
2021-2022 AND SETTING A BUDGET FOR GRAFFITI ABATEMENT,
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
WITH THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
Mayor Gutierrez recognized Finance James Walters who explained that the 1st
Quarterly Budget Adjustment is moving forward the unused budgeted amounts from
the FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023. This adjustment is for departments that had
unused budgeted amounts due to delays in manufacturing, back ordered/out of stock
items, or project schedules that run through multiple fiscal years. The identified items
and amounts to be rolled forward amount to $1,801,317.
List of items are:
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1. Police - $81,139 in vehicle purchases to replace the K-9 vehicle
2. Parks - $27,800 budgeted for Wendy Swan Restroom Repairs
3. Parks - $9,015 to purchase tables for Ashley Park
4. Parks $133,118 to continue renovations at Thulemeyer Park
5. Parks - $3,993 to continue upgrading the garden at the Senior Center
6. Parks - $88,173 to continue the Cibolo Valley Drive median landscaping
7. IT - $4,483 to continue the city's wifi and camera upgrades
8. Fire - $15,533 community outreach for promotional material purchases
9. Fire - $283,561 for vehicle purchase and outfitting
10. Fire - $10,000 promotional testing cost increases
11. Fire - $27,732 for delayed uniform purchases
12. PEG - $479,796 to continue the master communication plan execution
13. PEG - $374,974 to continue the Council Chambers AV upgrade projectl4.
EMS - $262,000 for an ambulance remount and equipment that was delayed
Staff also recommends setting a budget for graffiti abatement in the City. Sec. 50-307
of the City Code of Ordinances must offer property owners graffiti removal services
free of charge. A budget for this service was not included in the FY 2022-23 Adopted
Budget and staff recommends setting it at $10,000 based on the current known
requests for service and properties that have been notified.
Moved by Councilmember Mark Davis, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Allison
Heyward
AYE: Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
Public Hearings
13. Ordinance No. 22-S-45 Conduct a public hearing and consideration and/ or action on
a request to rezone approximately 0.14 acres of land from Single -Family Residential
District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), generally located southeast
of the intersection of Randolph Ave and Exchange Ave, also known as 204 Randolph
Ave, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 67555,
Guadalupe County, Texas. (B. James, L. Wood, E. Delgado) (First Reading)
Mayor Gutierrez read the following into record:
ORDINANCE NO.22-S-45
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP BY REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 0.14 ACRES OF LAND TO MAIN STREET MIXED -USE
DISTRICT (MSMU), GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE
INTERSECTION OF RANDOLPH AVE AND EXCHANGE AVE, ALSO KNOWN
AT 204 RANDOLPH AVE, ALSO KNOWN AS GUADALUPE COUNTY
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PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 67555, GUADALUPE COUNTY,
TEXAS
Mayor Gutierrez recognized Assistant City Manager Brian James who presented a
PowerPoint presentation on the proposed rezoning approximately 0.14 acres of land
from Single -Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District
(MSMU), the property is located at 204 Randolph Ave. The rezone is desired by the
property owner in order to utilize the property for commercial purposes and for
additional parking spaces which will benefit 603 Main Street, 204 Randolph, and 539
Main Street.
A Public Hearing notice was published in the San Antonio Express news on November
16, 2022. Twenty-three (23) public hearing notices were mailed to surrounding
property owners within two hundred (200)feet of the subject property on November 3,
2022. At the time of this staff report one (1) response in favor of the zoning request
has been received. No responses neutral or opposed to the request have been received.
On November 16, 2022 at the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing
recommended approval. Staff also recommends approval of Ordinance 22-S-45.
Mayor Gutierrez opened the public hearing, no one spoke, so Mayor Gutierrez closed
the public hearing and opened it up to City Council for discussion.
Councilmember Whittaker wanted to know the percentages of homes that are between
Main Street and Exchange Ave. and would be rezoned to Main Street Mixed Use
District (MSMU). Her concern was that some of the properties on Exchange Ave
would not qualify the Main Street Grant area, but would be in the MSMU District.
ACM Brian James would like to bring these concerns to the Main Street Committee to
come back and see what incentive programs would be available to properties near
Main Street and Exchange Ave. Councilmember Whittaker would like to make sure
there was uniformity throughout the area.
Mayor Gutierrez asked for a motion to approve on the first reading Ordinance 22-S-45.
Moved by Councilmember Tim Brown, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis
AYE: Mayor Pro -Tern Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
14. Ordinance No. 22-S-42 - Consideration and /or action on a request to rezone
approximately 31 acres of land from General Business District (GB) to Single -Family
Residential District (R-2), the property, a portion of Parcel ID 63998, generally
located approximately 1,000 feet to the northwest of the Eckhardt Road and Green
Valley Road intersection. City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. (B. James, L.
Wood, S. Haas) (First Reading)
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Mayor Gutierrez read the following for the record:
ORDINANCE NO.22-S-42
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP BY REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 31 ACRES OF LAND TO SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT (R-2) GENERALLY LOCATED 1,000 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST
OF THE ECKHARDT ROAD AND GREEN VALLEY ROAD INTERSECTION
ALSO KNOWN AS GUADALUPE COUNTY PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER 63998, GUADALUPE COUNTY, TEXAS.
Mayor Gutierrez recognized ACM Brian James who stated that the applicant is
requesting to rezone the 31 acres to single-family Residential District (R-2). This
property is near the Cypress Point Development and the Parklands
Development. Forty public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding property
owners on September 30, 2022, with a public hearing notice published in the "San
Antonio Express" on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. At the time of this report, staff
has received six (6) responses opposed and one (1) response in favor of the requested
rezoning. Five of the responses in opposition are from property owners within the 200'
notice area. They represent 20.1 % of the area within the 200' notice area. As these
protests exceed the 20% requirement, an affirmative vote of at least three -fourths of
Council is required to approve this request.
Staff recommends the approval of Ordinance 22-S-42.
Mayor Gutierrez opened the public hearing, no one spoke, public hearing was closed.
Mr. Burt Wellman with KFW Engineers is representing the applicant stated that this
zoning does provide a good mixture of lot sizes in this area. This subdivision is
planning to have 70-foot lots add a diversity to this area.
Councilmember Dahle stated the GB zoning is archaic, and it is not a good fit. Having
the rezone to SFR (R-2) will be appropriate use of this property.
Councilmember Scagliola agrees that the 70-foot lot sizes are a good addition.
Mayor Gutierrez asked for a motion for Ordinance 22-S-42 and would need a super
majority to pass.
Moved by Councilmember Michael Dahle, seconded by Councilmember David
Scagliola
AYE: Mayor Pro -Tern Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
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15. Ordinance No. 22-S-44 - Conduct a public hearing and consideration and/ or action
on a request to rezone approximately 75 acres of land from General Business District
(GB) and Manufacturing District -Light (M-1) to Planned Development District
(PDD), generally located southeast of the intersection of IH 35 and Cibolo Valley
Drive, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Numbers 68313,
68314, and 148510, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. (B. James, L. Wood,
E. Delgado) (First Reading)
Mayor Gutierrez read the following into the record:
ORDINANCE NO.22-S-44
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP BY REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 75 ACRES OF LAND TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT (PDD), GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE
INTERSECTION OF 11135 AND CIBOLO VALLEY DRIVE, ALSO KNOWN
AS GUADALUPE COUNTY PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
68313, 68314, AND 148510, CITY OF SCHERTZ, GUADALUPE COUNTY,
TEXAS
Mayor Gutierrez recognized ACM Brian James who explained where the property is
located nea rthe EVO Entertainment off of IH-35. The developer would like to rezone
approximately 75 acres to PDD- Planned Development District. The developer would
like the PDD to have four different areas.
The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 75 acres of land from General
Business District (GB) and Manufacturing District -Light (M-1) to Planned
Development District (PDD). Currently, the property is undeveloped / agricultural
land. The proposed Planned Development District, titled "Schertz Station", is divided
into four (4) different areas to include Commercial, Retail, and Multi -Family, each of
which has their own designations and standards, outlined below.
Area I: The portion of the property along IH 35 and Cibolo Valley Drive, proposed to
develop as Commercial /Retail- Approximately 18.6 acres
Area I is proposed with a base zoning of General Business (GB), and will allow all
uses permitted in General Business per the UDC along with "Auto Repairs & Service,
Major" and "Retail Cabinet Sales".
Within Area I, The maximum impervious coverage is proposed to be 85%.
Additionally, 15% of Area I will be required to be landscaping. Since Area I is
adjacent to IH 35, a minimum fifty (50) foot front building setback will be required
for all lots fronting IH 35 frontage road.
Area II: The portion of the property located in the center of the 75 acres, immediately
behind Area I, proposed to develop as Commercial / Retail - Approximately
19.2 acres. Originally the applicant also was requesting that multifamily uses be
allowed in Area II. After Planning and Zoning Commission consideration the
applicant modified their request to eliminate multifamily residential uses as an
allowed use.
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Area II is proposed with a base zoning of General Business (GB), and will allow all
uses permitted in General Business per the UDC, along with" Commercial Amusement,
Outdoor".
Within Area II, The maximum impervious coverage is proposed to be 90%.
Additionally, 10% of Area II will be required to be landscaping.
Area III: South of Area II, proposed to develop as Multi -Family - Approximately 33.5
acres
Area III is proposed with a base zoning of Apartment / Multi -Family (R-4), and will
allow uses permitted in Apartment / Multi -Family (R-4) per the UDC
Within Area III, the maximum height of any proposed buildings will be 35 feet with a
maximum impervious coverage of 80%. Additionally, 20% of Area III will be
required to be landscaping.
Since Area III is proposed as Multi -Family, the PDD Design Standards stipulate a
maximum density of 12 units per acre. Additionally, there will be a required parking
ratio of 1.75 parking spaces per unit (minimum).
Area IV: Immediately adjacent to the intersection of Cibolo Valley Drive and Old
Wiederstein, proposed to develop as Commercial / Retail - Approximately 3.29 acres
Area IV is proposed with a base zoning of General Business (GB), and will allow all
uses permitted in General Business per the UDC
Within Area IV, the maximum height of any proposed buildings will be 35 feet with a
maximum impervious coverage of 85%. Additionally, 15% of Area IV will be
required to be landscaping.
In addition to the four proposed areas, the Schertz Station PDD also indicates that the
extension of Ripps Kruesler through the project will be completed as a "Collector".
Forty Four (44) public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding property
owners on October 14, 2022 with a public hearing notice published in the "San
Antonio Express" on November 16, 2022, prior to the City Council public hearing. At
the time of this report, staff has received one response in favor, and three responses
opposed to the request.
The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing on October 26,
2022 where the Planning and Zoning Commission made a unanimous recommendation
of approval of the zone change as presented with a note in relation to the proposed
project needing to meet Unified Development Code Section 21.14.3.F in relation to
sight distance requirements.
Mayor Gutierrez opened up the public hearing and recognized the following resident:
Mr. Dana Eldridge-2628 Gallant Fox Drive -Mr. Eldridge is happy that this area will
be developed. He has many concerns which include the power lines, the road
condition of Cibolo Valley Drive and a major automotive retail business that is
proposed for this area. He would like to see some nice eateries.
Mayor closed the public hearing and recognized the developer Ashley Farrimond, the
attorney for the developer. Ms. Farrimond stated that the developer has been working
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on this project for over a year and doing their due diligence ad designing a plan that
they think best fits the city needs. Jeremy Williams -Embry and Will
Collins -Merritt gave a presentation of their design and plans for this development.
City Council is looking forward to this area being developed but has a few concerns
about the name Schertz Station and a plan for a major automotive retail business to be
part of the retail businesses. ACM Brian James stated that before the next meeting, the
definition of major automotive retail can be better explained. Mr. Will Collins
explained that the name Schertz Station is not set in stone and could be changed.
Mayor Gutierrez asked for a motion to approve Ordinance 22-5-44.
Moved by Councilmember Michael Dahle, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Allison
Heyward
AYE: Mayor Pro-Tem Allison Heyward, Councilmember Mark Davis,
Councilmember Jill Whittaker, Councilmember Michael Dahle,
Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Tim Brown
Passed
Roll Call Vote Confirmation
Mayor Gutierrez recognized Interim City Secretary Sheila Edmondson who provided roll call
for Consent Agenda Items 1-6 and 8-11 and Agenda Items 7 and 12-15.
Workshop
16. Workshop Discussion and Action Regarding the Acquisition of Approximately 31
acres of Property Generally Located on the North and South Sides of Wiederstein
Road Generally East of Schertz Parkway.
Mayor Gutierrez recognized Fire Chief Greg Rodgers who presented a PowerPoint
presentation on acquiring approx 31 acres of property for Fire Station #4 located on the
north and south sides of Wiederstein Road, generally to the east of Schertz Parkway.
This property is owned by SCUCISD. The City is in need of an approximately 5 acre
site of land for fixture Fire Station #4 that will be able to provide improved service to
the Industrial area to the north of IH-35. This site would also provide relief to the other
fire stations in Schertz. Staff understands SCUCISD is open to selling the property
they own as a whole. The appraised value is $1,970,000.
Chief Rodgers stated the response times would be reduced, and our 2nd and 3rd level
responses would be reduced to approx. 6 minutes or less which would put in
compliance with the National Fire Protection Association. A full response force which
could be approx. 18 personnel which is very good.
Councilmember Tim Brown understands the affordability of the land, but has concerns
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about having no infrastructure.
Chief Rodgers and ACM James discussed the cost of infrastructure, and still believe
this is a good area to build Fire Station #4 to cover the Industrial Park area and reduce
response times.
Roll Call Vote Confirmation
Closed Session
Mayor Gutierrez recessed the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
17. The City Council will convene in closed session pursuant to Section 551.071 of the
Texas Government Code to conduct a private consultation with its attorney about
pending or contemplated litigation or a settlement offer on one or more of the
following matters: Green Valley Special Utility District vs. City of Schertz et al Case
No. 17-CV-00819-LY (U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin
Division); City of Schertz v. United States Department of Agriculture, et al., No.
19-51056 (U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals); City of Schertz, Texas v. Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality, et al. No. 07-20-00167-CV (Seventh Court of
Appeals, Amarillo, Texas); Green Valley Special Utility District v. the Public Utility
Commission of Texas and DeAnn T. Walker; Arthur C. D'Andrea, Jr.; Shelly
Botkin;in their official capacities as Commissioners of the Public Utility Commission
of Texas; and John Paul Urban in his official capacity as Executive Director the Public
Utility Commission of Texas; and the City of Schertz, Texas. Cause No.
D-1-GN-18-000535, In the District Court of Travis County, Texas, 419th Judicial
District; Application of Green Valley Special Utility District for New TPDES Permit,
No. WQ0015917-001 (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality)
18. The City Council will meet in Closed Session under Section 551.074 of the Texas
Government Code, Personnel Matters, to discuss the vacancy of the City Secretary
position.
19. The City Council will meet in closed session in accordance with Section 551.072,
Texas Government Code deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or
value of Real Property for park and recreation purposes.
Reconvene into Regular Session
Mayor Gutierrez reconvened the meeting at 9:08p.m.
Item Number #17-Green Valley Special Utility District -no action required.
Item Number #18- Land acquisition- no action required.
Item #18-City Secretary Vacancy- no action required.
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Roll Call Vote Confirmation
Information available in City Council Packets - NO DISCUSSION TO OCCUR
20. Monthly Update on FY 2022-23 Approved Expanded Programs (B. James/S.
Gonzalez)
21. Monthly Update on Major Projects in progress/CIP. (B. James/K. Woodlee)
Requests and Announcements
. Announcements by the City Manager -None at this time.
• Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers for updates or information from Staff -None at
this time.
• Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers that items or presentations be placed on a future
City Council agenda -None at this time.
*Announcements by Mayor and Councilmembers
Mayor Pro-Tem Heyward attended the Crossvine HOA Meeting, Retail Reception with
EDC, TML Board Meeting, Holidzazzle , Holiday Market and the Employee Holiday
Event.
Councilmember Davis attended the Tree Lighting and Holidazzle, Schertz Housing
Authority Meeting
Councilmember Whittaker attended Crossvine HOA Meeting, First United Bank Ribbon
Cutting, Veterans Day Ceremony, FM 1103 Groundbreaking Ceremony, SHPC Meeting,
Library Advisory Meeting, Tree Lighting Ceremony and Raising Cane's 10-Year
Anniversary
Councilmember Dahle attended the First United Bank Ribbon Cutting, Chamber
Luncheon, Crossvine HOA Meeting, City Manager Reception, Tree Lighting Ceremony,
Parade and the UDC Subcommittee Meeting
Councilmember Scagliola attended the Tree Lighting Ceremony, City Manager
Reception, Raising Cane's 10-Year Anniversay Event,
Councilmember Brown thanked the Staff for all the Holiday Events.
Adjournment
Mayor Gutierrez adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m.
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