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REGULAR MEETING
May 5, 2009
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on
May 5, 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
Councilmember David Scagliola
Councilmember Tony Wilenchik
Staff Present: City Manager Don Taylor
Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale
Councilmember Jim Fowler was absent.
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro -Tem Michael Carpenter
Councilmember John Trayhan
Assistant City Manager David Harris
City Secretary Brenda Dennis
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.
Mayor Pro-Tern Carpenter 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:
• EMS Director Dudley Wait provided a briefing on the H1N1 Virus.
• Assistant City Manager and Citizen John Bierschwale who stated publically they
are extremely proud of the Police Department for their quick response to several
high profile calls during the last few weeks. Mr. Bierschwale introduced Police
Chief Steve Starr who came forward who also thanked all of his professional team
from dispatchers, individuals in the records division, patrol officers, investigators
and upper police management. Mayor and Council also thanked them for all they
do.
• Robert Brockman 1001 Elbel who mentioned the high grass at the new post office,
and that he contacted code enforcement. He also mentioned that the animal shelter
is in need of a new washer. Mr. Taylor stated the washer has been ordered.
• Assistant City Manager David Harris who introduced new employee Michelle
Sanchez Director of Development Services. Mayor and Council welcomed her.
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PRESENTATION
• Presentation to City Council. (Carl Douglas)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mr. Carl Douglas who came forward presenting a
sculpture that he has had for some time that he believes should belong to the City.
He believes it belongs with the City because it describes the relationship that
existed when he served on the Council and stated that it still exists today. He stated
that there were three words described at that time, which existed on the City
Council, and staff that still exist today: honesty, peace and friendship. The sculpture
symbolizes honesty, peace and friendship. Mr. Douglas presented this to Mayor
Baldwin. Mayor Baldwin thanked Mr. Douglas.
Discussion and /or Action Items
Minutes — Discussion and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the
April 28, 2009 regular meeting.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Trayhan who moved, seconded by
Mayor Pro -Tem Carpenter to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April
28, 2009. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
2. Ordinance No. 09 -D -14 — Consideration and /or action amending the Code of
Ordinances Section 86 -115 speed limits on Wiederstein and Old Wiederstein Roads
to 35mph. Final Reading (L. Dublin)
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Engineer Larry Dublin who introduced this item
stating there had been no changes since first reading.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Trayhan who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Scagliola to approve Ordinance No. 09 -D -14 final reading. Vote
was unanimous. Motion Carried.
3. Ordinance No. 09 -D -15 — Consideration and /or action amending the Code of
Ordinances Section 86 -41 installing stop signs at the intersection of Brook Hollow
Drive and Rolling Brook Lane. Final Reading (L. Dublin)
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Engineer Larry Dublin who introduced this item
stating there had been no changes since first reading.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro -Tem Carpenter who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Trayhan to approve Ordinance No. 09 -D -15 final reading. Vote
was unanimous. Motion Carried.
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4. Ordinance No. 09 -D -16 — Consideration and /or action amending the Code of
Ordinances Section 86 -41 Stop Intersection Designation. Final Reading (L.
Dublin)
Mayor Baldwin recognized City Engineer Larry Dublin who introduced this item
stating there had been no changes since first reading.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Scagliola who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Trayhan to approve Ordinance No. 09 -D -16 final reading. Vote
was unanimous. Motion Carried.
5. 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant — Presentation and consideration and /or
action on approval to apply for the 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant. (D.
Covington)
Mayor Baldwin recognized Fire Chief David Covington who introduced this item
giving a PowerPoint presentation and stating that the Assistance to Firefighters
Grant (AFG) Program provides funds from the Department of Homeland Security
for eligible programs. He stated the funds are administered through a competitive
grant process annually, and if awarded the funds are available during a performance
period not to exceed one year. The 2009 AFG application period opened on April
15, 2009 and closes May 20, 2009.
The Schertz Fire Rescue Department requests to submit a grant application in an
amount not to exceed $452,000. The grant will fund a comprehensive program
aimed at reducing loss of life and property, primarily in the Wildland /Urban
Interface, but useful in a citywide application. Major components of the grant
program are: 1) Pumper- Tanker, $331,000; 2) Community Outreach and Education,
$45,000; 3) Firefighter wellness /fitness and training, $60,000; 4) Protective clothing
and supplies, $16,000.
He further stated the AFG program funds grants on a sliding scale based on
population. Our required match is 10% of the total grant project, with AFG picking
up the remaining 90 %. If awarded, the $45,200 match will be taken from Schertz
Fire Department Capital Outlay budget line 101 - 257 - 581800, Equipment over
$5000. He stated if this line is not adequately funded and the funds for the City's
match cannot be transferred from another account, the grant may be denied at time
of award with no penalty.
Mayor Baldwin recognized Mayor Pro -Tem Carpenter who moved, seconded by
Council Member Trayhan to approve applying for the 2009 Assistance to
Firefighters Grant. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
6. 2009 Teen Click it or Ticket Step Program Grant — Presentation and
consideration and /or action on approval to apply for the 2009 Teen Click It or
Ticket Step Program Grant. (S. Starr)
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Mayor Baldwin recognized Police Chief Steve Starr who introduced this item
stating the STEP Grant Program provides funds up to $10,662.55 for conducting
pre - observational surveys to establish safety belt usage rates. He stated it would
also be utilized for conducting local media events immediately before the
enforcement effort to maximize the visibility of enforcement to the public and
overtime STEP that places primary emphasis on increasing the number of citations
for Teen non -use of occupant restraints during the peak holiday traffic. Once this is
completed; a post survey will be done to determine safety belt usage after the event
to see what impact this event has made on the public. Chief Starr also stated no
fiscal impact would be observed by the City, all overtime would be paid through the
STEP program. Chief Starr recognized Patrol Officer A. J. Arriaga came forward
providing details that this grant will allow them to concentrate on teens between
ages of 16 to 20 for the first half and the second half will focus on others...
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Trayhan who moved, seconded by
Councilmember Scagliola to approve applying to the Program Grant Fund not to
exceed $10,662.55. Vote was unanimous. Motion Carried.
Mayor Baldwin recessed into executive session at 7:17 p.m.
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.
RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Baldwin reconvened into regular session at 8:32 p.m.
7. Take any additional action deemed necessary as a result of the Executive Session
No action taken.
Requests and Announcements
8. Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers that items be placed on a future City
Council agenda.
Mayor Baldwin requested that an item be placed on the next agenda in executive
session to discuss the change of duties and probably a change of salary for City
Secretary Brenda Dennis since the Council has changed her job duties in giving her
responsibility of the Records Management Division. Council concurred.
9. Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers to City Manager and Staff for
information.
No requests were noted.
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10. 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
Mayor Baldwin recognized Councilmember Scagliola who wanted to publically
recognize the Parks Department George Logan, Mike Trainor and staff for their
efforts in getting the park and swimming pool ready for the summer. He also
thanked Debbie Krause for assistance in the City Secretary's office while Mary was
out ill. Mayor Baldwin also stated that after working with former City Secretary
June Krause for several years it was good to see a Krause in the City Secretary's
office again.
11. Announcements by City Manager
• Recognition of City employee actions
• New Department Initiatives
Mayor Baldwin recognized Assistant City Manager John Bierschwale who stated
that the schools would be reopening on Thursday, May 7, 2009.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further action, Mayor Baldwin adjourned the yeeting at 8: 35 p.m.
Mayor
A T:
Bra Dennis, TRMC, CMC City Secretary
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