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12-02-08 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING December 2, 200S A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on December 2, 2008 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 Mayor Pro- Tem Tony Wilenchik Councilmember Jim Fowler Councilmember David Scagliola Councilmember John Trayhan Councilmember Michael Carpenter Staff Present: City Manager Don Taylor Assistant City Manager David Harris City Secretary Brenda Dennis CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING Mayor Baldwin called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. INVOCATION AND PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAGS OF THE UNITED STATES AND STATE OF TEXAS. Councilmember Fowler gave the Invocation followed by the Pledges of Allegiance to the Flags of the United States and State of Texas. Mayor Baldwin mentioned that the first item on the agenda, "Oath of Office ofthe Mayor Pro- Tern" will be moved to the end ofthe agenda, as Councilmember Carpenter will be arriving later this evening. PRESENT A TIONS . Police Department Introductions/Promotions Presentation (S. Starr) Mayor Baldwin recognized Police Chief Steve Starr who introduced the following Police Personnel and their promotions: Lt. John Correu has been with the City of Schertz Police Department since 1997. Lt. Correu holds a master peace officer license. He possesses an Associates degree in criminal justice, a master's degree in Public Administration, and a second master of Science degree in justice policy. Lt. Correu is married to Chrissi, they with three children (Tyler, Baylee and Paisley) and one on the way. Lt. Michael Carey began working for the City of Schertz as a Patrolman on December 23, 1991. He holds a TCLEOSE masters Peace Officer Certification. During his service with the City he has participated in the Honor Guard, Field Training Officer, Police Instructor and Firearms Instructor. City Council Regular Meeting 301 December 2, 2008 Sergeant Brian Onofre is 29 years old and is married to Roxanne. Brian has a 10 year old daughter (Jamie) and an 8 year old son (Nathaniel). Brian and his family are expecting a new edition (son) in January 2009. Brian has been a police officer for 8 years, 4 have been with the City of Schertz. Sgt. John Eisen was born August 12, 1967, at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio. He joined the US Army in 1986 and was honorably discharged in 1989. John was hired as a Reserve officer in 1996 and 4 months later became a permanent Police officer. John holds an Advanced Peace Officers license. Corporal Steven Rolison attended Louisiana Tech University on a track scholarship. He has been employed with the City of Schertz for 4 years. He was a Detective in CID for over a year and is currently on the SWAT team. Corporal Ernest Spradling was born and raised in San Antonio is married to Katherine and has 2 children, Tyler and Jake. Ernest has been employed with the City since May 2006. He was promoted to Detective Corporal in November 2008. . Corporal Rebecca Rodrjguez was born and raised in San Antonio and graduated from Lee High School in 1987. Rebecca has been with the City since October 2000 and was recently promoted to Corporal. Jonathan Patrick is married to Melissa and they have three children, Elizabeth, Jonathan and A very Elise. He has been with the City since November 2005 and was recently promoted to Detective in CID. Kelly Kallies was born and raised in New Braunfels. Kelly is married and has 2 children. She has been with the City for 15 months, and recently promoted to Detective in CID. Shawn Ceeko was honorably discharged from the US Marine Corps and began his law enforcement career in 2000. He has been with the City since 2005. On October 2008 he was transferred to the Special Projects Officer position . Special Presentation - Cancer Walk (D. Taylor) Mayor Baldwin recognized City Manager Don Taylor who made the following special presentation: "Traditionally, the City of Schertz has participated in the yearly Randolph Metrocom area regional Relay for Life for Cancer Awareness and to raise monies to Cancer research. Over the past two years, the City and its employees have raised approximately $40,000 for this cause. After the initial planning meeting for the next Relay for Life, the City of Schertz, felt that their time and energy would be better spent on a more local rather than regional sponsorship program to raise funds. Therefore, The City of Schertz is proud to announce the "Wilenchik Walk for Life", on an annual cancer awareness walk. The City Council Regular Meeting 302 . . . .' . . ~. .. December 2, 2008 inaugural event is to be held the first weekend in March of 2009 to raise money for cancer research" . . The walk will begin at 7:00 a.m. at Schertz Parkway and IH 35, 100% of the route will be on Schertz Parkway, showcasing our beautiful parkway. . The walk will end at the old Library, time unknown at this point. . Event will include: a survivorship breakfast, entertainment at the Old Library and along Schertz Parkway, Pep Rally at end of walk to excite people about cancer awareness, sale of, in honor of and in memory of signs to line the entire parkway from Friday through Sunday. Cost will be $5.00. . All proceeds from the walk will be donated to cancer research foundations . Stay tuned for more planning and announcements on the "Wilenchik Walk for Life". Mayor Pro-Tern Wilenchik stated that he was truly honored to have this event held in his name and that the money raised for cancer awareness works. Through donations of these events, cancer research can be extended and programs developed to prolong the life of citizens with cancer. He is a recipient of this fact. Mayor Pro- Tem Wilenchik thanked everyone for their work on this project and the honor. HEARING OF RESIDENTS . Mayor Baldwin recognized the following: . Ms. Jan Wilson, 5213 Cabana Drive, who stated that Mobil Villa Estates has provided Christmas Cards this evening for everyone to sign which will be sent to the Red Cross for wounded soldiers. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Ordinance No. OS-D-52 - Consideration and/or action approving an ordinance for no parking intersection of Cherry Tree Drive and Mayfair Drive to intersection of Wedge wood Drive an Mayfair Drive. First Reading (L. Dublin) Mayor Baldwin recognized City Engineer Larry Dublin who introduced this item answering questions from Council. Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro- Tem Wilenchik who moved, seconded by Councilmember Scagliola to approve first reading of Ordinance No. 08-D-52. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION 2. Consideration and or action on questions and possible items to be placed on the next agenda. (Mayor/City Council) Mayor Baldwin read a recent report by TCEQ regarding the TCEQ 2008 Public Drinking Water Recognition Program. He stated that the City of Schertz water system has been chosen to receive a TCEQ 2008 Public Drinking Water Recognition Program award. He City Council Regular Meeting 303 December 2, 2008 further stated the program recognizes the efforts, dedication and contribution public water suppliers make to the state and to protecting the public health of all citizens. Councilmember Michael Carpenter arrived at 6:55 p.m. Oath of Office A. Mayor Pro-Tern - Consideration and/or action regarding the appointment of the Mayor Pro-Tern, term to expire June 1, 2009. Mayor Baldwin to administer oath (Michael Carpenter) Mayor Baldwin gave the Oath of Office of Mayor Pro-Tem to Councilmember Carpenter. Councilmember Carpenter introduced is mother Karen, and her friend Mary Lou Valencia who were in the audience. Mayor Baldwin asked that everyone join the Council in the lighting of the Christmas tree outside. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further action, Mayor adjourned the meeting at 7' /1'/ I t;/~? ' Mayor ?eo - If./V\. e#t'f{~ rccIt ATTEST: "- ~a~ Brenda DennIS, CIty Secretary City Council Regular Meeting 304 December 2, 2008