04-21-09
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
April 21, 2009
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on
April 21, 2009 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-Tern Michael Carpenter
Councilmember Jim Fowler Councilmember David Scagliola
Councilmember John Trayhan Councilmember Tony Wilenchik
Staff Present: City Manager Don Taylor Assistant City Manager David Harris
Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale City Attorney Michael Spain
City Secretary Brenda Dennis
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter 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.
INTRODUCTIONS
. Introduction of new employee (City Manager Office)
Mayor Pro-tern Carpenter recognized City Manager Don Taylor who introduced
new employee Sarah Gonzalez stating Sarah started her career with the City as
Administrative Assistant II in the Public Works Department in August 2008. She
transferred over to the City Manager's Office in March 2009 and is now the
Executive Administrative Assistant to the City Manager. Members of Council
welcomed Sarah,
PRESENT A TION
. Schertz Police Department Promotions. (Chief Starr)
Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter recognized Chief Starr who introduced Sergeant Steve
Solitto and Corporal Martin Trevino an announced their recent promotions.
Councilmembers congratulated them on their promotions.
Mayor Baldwin arrived at 6:36 p.m.
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. Schertz Sweetheart Court - Fiesta Medal Presentation (E. Matlock)
Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter recognized Media Specialist Brad Bailey, IT Specialist and
Sweetheart Court Committee Member Michele Kelso and Economic Development
Specialist Court and Sweetheart Committee Member Erin Matlock who introduced the
Schertz Sweetheart Court members; members presented Mayor, Council and staff with a
Fiesta Medal. Mr. Bailey stated for the first time ever, the Schertz Sweethearts would be
participating in the Fiesta Flambeau Parade. This parade has been nicknamed the "People's
Parade" for a very good reason. It is enjoyed by more than 500,000 people along its route,
as well as another 1.5 million watching on TV. The parade streams through the streets of
beautiful downtown San Antonio as it makes its 2.6 mile trek. Please plan on joining us on
April 25, 2009 at 8:00 PM as we light up beautiful downtown San Antonio. Our theme will
be "Flambeau - Vegas Style". Viva Fiesta! ! !
HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Mayor Baldwin recognized the following who expressed their concerns regarding the sale
of the Northc1iffe Golf Course:
. J on Hampton, 4012 Cypress Court
. Bob Catalano, owner ofthe Northc1iffe Golf Course
. Todd Causey, General Manager ofNorthciffe Golf Course
. Jim Stadler, 5112 Eagle Valley
. Steve Martinez, 3761 Pebble Beach
. Debi Martinez, 3761 Pebble Beach
. Jonathan McBride, 5108 Eagle Valley
.. Mariel Gabriel, 3409 Whisper Manor
. Jack Mitchell, 3413 Sherwin Drive
. Terry Wells, 5708 Tuckatoe
. Doris Thompson, 3450 Whisper Haven
Mayor Baldwin recognized Ruth Tienor, Chair of the Library Advisory Board who
presented the Council with a pencil holder, a new fundraising item made from the
scraps of the wood being placed on the new Library. Ms. Tienor stated citizens can
purchase the pencil holders and proceeds from the sale will go toward the new Library.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Abdoh Azzoz "Grumpy" who came forward thanking the
City Council and staff for all they do supporting the citizens of Schertz. He especially
thanked Brad Bailey for the work he does on Schertz Tales.
Discussion and/or Action Items
Mayor Baldwin stated that he would like to move to agenda Item 6; Council concurred.
6. Northcliffe Golf Course - Discussion and/or action regarding Northc1iffe Golf
Course. (D. Taylor)
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Mayor Baldwin recognized City Manager Don Taylor who introduced this item
explaining the possibilities the City and citizens have to purchase the Golf course.
He provided numbers for acquisition and operating a municipal golf course, as well
as explained what it would do to the current tax rate.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Scagliola who provided his thoughts
regarding the issue. In consolidation three issues were noted: 1. Zoning, 2.
Ownership and 3. Partnership. Councilmember Wilenchik agreed with
Councilmember Scagliola and provided a few more comments stating that he is
totally committed to finding a resolution but has two criteria: #1 it must be legal
and #2 it must be fiscally responsible and viable position. He mentioned that he
had received numerous emails and phone calls regarding the Golf Course not
selling memberships, if this is true then there is a disconnect that needs to be
explored.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Fowler who stated that the Council has
looked at what the City could do to help the golf course survive, how could the city
be creative in funding and be legal? Is the City willing to raise taxes?
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter who stated that his
colleagues were correct in that a public/private partnership makes the most since in
this situation it would be difficult for the city to take on the golf course. He further
stated his colleagues recently committed to spending $50,000 a year here to sit on a
rail district board so that we can have a say in whether we can have a rail stop on
the other side of 35 and believes that only 5% of the citizens would utilize a rail
stop and believes that this money should be used on a golf course.
Mayor Baldwin's position is this, he is a golfer and it would be a terrible waste to
lose the golf course. He asked George Logan, Parks & Recreation Director to come
forward to speak regarding municipal golf courses. Mayor Baldwin stated that in
his opinion the City should create a municipal golf course. Mr. Logan stated that in
his experience, municipal golf courses barely break even but most of the cities that
have municipal golf courses have to subsidize 15 to 20% of the maintenance and
operations.
Mayor and Councilmembers expressed further views, concerns and possible ideas
of how to maintain the Northc1iffe Golf Course here in City. All agreed to do what
is legal to keep the property as a golf course but reiterated what the City can and
cannot do.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Bob Catalano, owner of the Northc1iffe Golf Course
who provided information to Council and Citizens on the Golf Course stating that
he is losing money running the golf course. Mayor Baldwin recognized the General
Manager Todd Causey who stated that there are 2500 homes in the area and that
only 125 homeowners utilize the golf course. He stated that they have tried to raise
memberships, but received negative feed back, what they are asking for is that the
other 80% ofthe homeowners out there step up and help with the golf course.
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Mr. Catalano stated that on April 30, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. he would be hosting a
meeting at the Clubhouse. He encouraged the residents to come and bring their
ideas as to how to save the golf course. Mayor and Council concurred asking that
the residents pick six individuals to meet and work with the City Manager on this
issue, encouraged everyone to attend the upcoming meeting with Mr. Catalano and
work together to come up with possible solutions.
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Attorney Michael Spain who addressed Council
and citizens regarding the legal issues of zoning. He also provided his thoughts
regarding a bond committee.
Mayor and Council suggested that the owner, staff and citizens work together on
ways to save the golf course and tasked Staff to research the possibilities of it
becoming a municipal golf course and what the impact would be to all citizens.
Mayor and Council stated that one possible solution would be to place it as a bond
issue, which would need to be brought forth to all the citizens for a vote.
Mayor Baldwin calledfor a briefrecess at 8:17p.m. Mayor Baldwin reconvened the
meeting at 8:30 p.m.
1. Minutes - Discussion and/or action regarding the approval of minutes of the April
14, 2009 regular meeting.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Scagliola who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Trayhan to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April
14,2009. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
2. Presentation regarding the upcoming 4th July Schertz Jubilee - Presentation
and discussion and/or action regarding the upcoming 4th July Schertz Jubilee. (1.
Bierschwale)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale who
introduced this item with a brief PowerPoint regarding the plans being made for the
34th Annual Schertz Jubilee. Mr. Bierschwale stated that the Schertz Park &
Recreation Foundation would be running the event this year. Music and
Entertainment is scheduled starting July 2 through July 5th. The Jubilee parade
route will start down Schertz Parkway to Main Street and on to Pickrell Park for
opening ceremonies. Applications are being accepted for entries: Non-Profits free,
Business Entries $25.00 and late entries $35.00. VIP seating at Schertz Bank &
Trust and the VIP invitations will be coordinated by EDC. The Emcee is still to be
determined at this time. Opening ceremonies will start on July 4th at 12:00 p.m., at
Pickrell Park Pavilion. New idea for this year is a BBQ Ribs Cook-off, $25.00
registration and award will be given to the 1 S\ 2nd and 3rd place winners.
Sponsorships include:
Title Sponsor - $25,000
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. Jubilee & Schertz Fest overall naming rights
. Named in All Advertising and venues (Billboard included if arranged by May 5) -
for posters sponsorship must be confirmed by May 20, 2009
. Named in All press releases
. Half Page Schertz Tales Article
. Once Built Schertz Plex will have sponsorship plaque in your name
. Post-Event Plaque Presentation at Schertz City Council meeting
Red Sponsor - $12,500
. Named in All Advertising and venues (Excluding Billboard on I-35) - for posters
sponsorship must be confirmed by May 20, 2009
. One Night Carries your Company's name
. Named in All press releases
. Half Page Schertz Tales Article
. Once Built Schertz Plex will have sponsorship plaque in your name
. Post-Event Plaque Presentation at Schertz City Council meeting
White Sponsor - $5,000
. Named in All Advertising and venues (Excluding Billboard on I-35) - for posters
sponsorship must be confirmed by May 20, 2009
. Named in All press releases
. Mentioned in Articles about Jubilee produced by Schertz Tales Magazine
. Once Built Schertz Plex will have sponsorship plaque in your name
. Post-Event Plaque Presentation at Schertz City Council meeting
Blue Sponsor - $2,500
. Named in Advertising in Schertz Tales Magazine - for posters sponsorship must be
confirmed by May 20, 2009
. Named in All Press Releases
. Mentioned in Articles about Jubilee produced by Schertz Tales Magazine
. Post-Event Certification Presentation at Schertz City Council meeting
Mr. Bierschwale further stated that the proceeds of the beer sales would be split
between the Parks Foundation and Library. Staff will be bringing forward further
information.
5. Ordinance No. 09-M-12 - Consider an Ordinance 09-M-12 amending City of
Schertz Park Curfew Hours. (G. Logan)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Parks Director George Logan who introduced this item
stating action would amend curfew hours for City Parks from 11 :00 pm to 8:00 am to
11 :00 pm to 6:00 am. Members of Council addressed lighting and Mr. Logan stated
that he is on top of the issue.
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Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Trayhan who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Scagliola to approve Ordinance No. 09-M-12. Vote was
unanimous. Motion Carried.
PUBLIC HEARING/ORDINANCE
7. Ordinance No. 09-S-11- SUP 2009-001 Conduct a public hearing, consideration
and/or action upon a request for a Specific Use Permit of 1.00::!:: acres land being of
Lot 19, Block 2 of the Windy Meadows Subdivision to allow the use of Southwest
Fire Protection office/warehouse facility in the General Business-2 zoning district
(GB-2) located at the 144 Windy Meadows Dr. First Reading (M. Nichols/L.
Wood)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Planning Technician Lisa Wood who introduced this
item answering questions from Council. Ms. Wood stated this commercial lot is
affected by the Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ) (APZ-1) and is
required to obtain a Specific Use Permit (SUP) in accordance with the Unified
Development Code (UDC). The purpose of the SUP process for this project is to
ensure compatibility with the Randolph AICUZ Study.
Mayor Baldwin opened the public hearing, and as no one spoke; closed the public
hearing.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Wilenchik who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Scagliola to approve Ordinance No. 09-S-11 first reading. Vote
was unanimous. Motion Carried.
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
8. Appointment/Reappointment to Boards and Commissions/Committees -
Consideration and/or action regarding appointments/reappointments to Boards and
Commission/Committees.
. J oAnn Doan - Housing Authority
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Trayhan who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Wilenchik to approve the appointment of JoAnn Doan. Vote was
unanimous. Motion Carried.
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 into executive session at 8:52 p.m.
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RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Baldwin reconvened into Regular Session at 9:20 p.m.
6. Take any additional action deemed necessary as a result of the Executive Session
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Fowler who moved, seconded by
Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter for approval of (1) an easement with San Antonio Two
Ltd., for a portion of the Town Creek sewer line and (2) a release of easement
Agreement relating to an easement granted to the City in 1992 by Mr. Chuck
Forbes. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
ReQuests and Announcements
7. Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers that items be placed on a future City
Council agenda.
No requests were noted.
8. Requests by.Mayor and Councilmembers to City Manager and Staff for information
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Scagliola who asked that staff contact
the Media Relation Department of the Census Bureau, get information, and provide
this information in the upcoming Schertz Tales regarding individuals of the Census
Bureau coming into their neighborhoods to collect census data.
9. Announcements by Mayor and Councilmembers
. City and community events attended and to be attended
. City Council Committee and Liaison Assignments (see assignments below)
. Continuing education events attended and to be attended
. Recognition of actions by City employees
. Recognition of actions by community volunteers
. Upcoming City Council agenda items
None were noted.
10. Announcements by City Manager
. Recognition of City employee actions
. New Departmental initiatives
None were noted.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further action, Mayor Baldwin adjourned the meeting at 9:26 p.m.
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