07-15-2008
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
July 15, 2008
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on July 15,
at 6:30 p.m., in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Building #4,
Schertz, Texas. The following members present, to-wit:
Mayor Hal Baldwin
Council Member Jim Fowler Council Member David Scagliola
Council Member John Trayhan Council Member Michael Carpenter
Staff Present: City Manager Don Taylor Assistant City Manager David Harris
Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale City Attorney Michael Spain
City Secretary Brenda Dennis
Mayor Pro-Tem Tony Wilenchik was absent
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Mayor Baldwin mentioned that Tony
Wilenchik was out this evening having undergone treatments today, and asked to keep him in your
prayers.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAGS OF THE UNITED
STATES AND STATE OF TEXAS.
Council Member Fowler gave the Invocation followed by the Pledges of Allegiance to the Flags of
the United States and State of Texas.
HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Mayor Baldwin recognized the following:
. Mr. Dean Weirtz, Chair of the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee who invited
Council and citizens to attend a program at the Schertz City Council Chamber, 1400
Schertz Parkway, on Thursday evening, July 17, 2008, 6:30 p.m., that examines German
immigration to Texas during the years of the Republic of Texas.
. Ms. Jan Wilson, 5218 Cabana Drive who spoke on Lowe's and Mobile Villa Estate issues.
. Ms. Rosemary Grayson, 5213 Cabana Drive who spoke on the proposed UDC and Land
Plan.
Council General Announcements:
Council Member Carpenter
. None
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Council Member Fowler
. Mentioned he attended a very productive meeting with George Logan and the Friends of
the North Schertz Park Committee discussing future plans.
. Mentioned he had received a call on a lighting issue at a local drug store and it is being
taken care of.
Council Member Scagliola
. None
Council Member Trayhan
. None
Items by Mayor
. Announced that Wednesday morning himself, George Autuna, Steve White and the
surrounding Mayors of Universal City, Live Oak and San Marcos will be attending a
meeting on transportation issues in the MetroCom area; which will be held in San Marcos.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. Minutes - Consideration and/or action regarding the approval ofthe minutes of the Regular
Meeting of July 8, 2008.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Scagliola who moved, seconded by Council
Member Fowler to approve the minutes of July 8, 2008. Vote was unanimous. Motion
Carried
2. Resolution No. 08-R-34 - Consideration and/or action approving Resolution No. 08-R-34
approving a development agreement between NIDHI Partners L TD (La Quinta) and the
City of Schertz Economic Development Corporation. (G. Antuna)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Economic Development Director George Antuna who introduced
this item answering questions from Council.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Trayhan who moved, seconded by Council
Member Scagliola to approve Resolution No. 08-R-34 approving a development agreement
between NIDHI Partners LTD (La Quinta) and the City of Schertz Economic Development
Corporation. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
3. Ordinance No. 08-E-34 - Discussion and consideration and/or action approving Ordinance
No. 08-E-34 calling a Home Rule Charter Amendment Election to be held in the City of
Schertz, Texas on November 4, 2008, making provision for the conduct of the election; and
resolving other matters incident and related to such election. (Council) First Reading
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Attorney Michael Spain who introduced this item answering
questions from Council. Mr. Spain stated that he has supplied the Council with an updated
ordinance reflecting the additional amendments as recommended by Mayor Pro-Tern
Wilenchik and that the City Secretary will get with Sue Basham Elections Administrator to
fill in the portions needed from the County for final approval.
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Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Carpenter who moved, seconded by Council
Member Trayhan to approve Ordinance No. 08-E-34 first reading. Vote was unanimous.
Motion Carried.
4. Resolution No. 08-R-35 - Consideration and/or action approving Resolution No. 08-R-35
designating certain officials as being responsible for, acting for, and on behalf of the City
in dealing with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, for the purpose of participating in
the Texas Recreation & Parks Account Indoor Recreation Grant Program. (G. Logan)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Parks and Recreation Director George Logan who introduced this
item answering questions from Council.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Trayhan who moved, seconded by Council
Member Carpenter to approve Resolution No. 08-R-35. Vote was unanimous. Motion
Carried.
5. Ordinance No. 08-M-35 - Consideration and/or action approving an Ordinance prohibiting
drilling and mining for non renewable resources or the reopening of any abandoned well or
mine with the exception of water wells in any public park located within the City limits of
Schertz, Texas. First Reading (G. Logan)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Parks and Recreation Director George Logan who introduced this
item answering questions from Council.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Carpenter who moved, seconded by Council
Member Trayhan to approve Ordinance No. 08-M-35 first reading. Vote was unanimous.
Motion Carried.
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
6.- City Hall Renovations - Discussion and/or action regarding the City Hall renovations. (1.
Bierschwale)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale who introduced this
item answering questions from Council. Mr. Bierschwale provided an updated photo of the
proposed City Hall exterior. Council Members agreed on the updated features to the front of
City Hall and it was the consensus of Council to proceed.
7. Budget Workshops - Discussion and/or action regarding setting upcoming budget
workshops with City Council and staff. (D. Harris)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Assistant City Manager David Harris who presented a proposed
budget workshop calendar to Council for consideration. Mr. Harris got the consensus of the
Council to start the workshops around 5:00 or 5:30 p.m. on the dates presented.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY MANAGER AND STAFF
. General Announcements on meetings/events attended and upcoming events
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Manager Don Taylor who mentioned the recent article in the
San Antonio paper on the soldier being located. What the article did not say is that Hilary and
Charles Meunier live in Schertz, TX! They have been waiting on news of their missing (MIA)
son for 14 months.
The City of Schertz employee staff has begun a collection for this family. Private Fouty's
remains will be brought back around July 26th so we will continue to collect money to buy gift
cards for the family until Friday of this week. Donations may be taken to Connie Silvers in the
Business Office or to anyone in the 311/Customer Relations Office. We anticipate the family
will have out of town family and these cards will help them with food during this difficult time.
Mr. Taylor stated that he is very proud of his staff for their compassion and assistance to the
family and that he would be passing along more information as it comes in.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Called under Section 551.071 Litigation, pending litigation; Section 551.072 Texas
Government Code - Deliberation regarding the purchase, exchange, sale, lease, or value of real
property.
Mayor Baldwin recessed the regular meeting to executive session at 7:07p.m.
RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Baldwin reconvened regular meeting at 7:24 p.m.
8. Take any action deemed necessary as a result of the Executive Session.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Council Member Fowler who moved seconded by Council
Member Scagliola to approve a resolution authorizing acquisition of a tract of land from
Alonzo Ramirez, Jr. and Celia F. Ramirez and terminating previously authorized
condemnation proceedings relating to such property. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Baldwin announced that he received an invitation from Randolph Metrocom Chamber of
Commerce to attend the second annual elected official reception on July 23, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. at
Olympia Hills Conference Center.
As there was no further action, Mayor Baldwin ad'
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