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03-09-1999 . . . '" .. PLANNING & ZONING MINUTES The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened In Regular Session on Tuesday March 09, 1999, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Bob Andrews Conference Room, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. Those present were as follows: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION CITY STAFF David Richmond, Vice-Chairman Keith Van Dine, Secretary Tony Moreno Joyce Briscoe George Maxfield Ken Greenwald, ex-officio Steve Simonson, Asst. City Manager! Planning Coordinator Mary Ybarra, Planning & Recording Secretary Commissioners Absent Others Present Ernie Evans (work related) Gary Wallace Rick Andrew, HDRlSimpson Gary Palmer, 6608 Guad Coma Dr. Luke Sargent, Taco Bell Larry Olsen, Commercial Place Bruce McOsker, PECO Construction Mike Chauret, Alamo Holly Rick Chalk, 2008 S. Hoya #1 Call to Order: Vice -Chairman David Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 1 . e e #2 Regular session of February 23, 1999. Approval of Minutes: David Richmond informed the Commission that the minutes of the regular session of February 23, 1999 were not published. #3 Status of Final Plats: There were none. #4 BOA Actions: Joyce Briscoe reported that the Board of Adjustment has not met, however, a meeting is scheduled for March 22, 1999. #5 Citizen's Input Other Than Agenda Items: . There were none. . #6 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: Request from L & L Development for Site Plan Approval of B & B Technical Services, Commercial Place. (PC #401-99). Steve Simonson reported that all necessary requirements have been addressed, lighting on the building, hand i-cap parking, and signage, as well as landscape information, etc., thus, making it a pretty straightforward site plan. Joyce Briscoe questioned that the landscape information is incomplete, indication of plants and size are mentioned, however, not how many plants of each will be used. Mr. Olsen stated that he would abide with the required amount necessary, or plant every 2.5' apart to cover the 40' area. Mr. Olsen requested the use of "rock" in place of grass as indicated in the landscape plan. 2 e e . The Commission discussed these issues, and a decision was reached to modify the site plan and make it part of the motion. With no further discussion, a motion was made by Keith Van Dine and seconded by Tony Moreno to approve the request from L & L Development for Site Plan Approval of B & B Technical Services, Commercial Place contingent upon that Indian Hawthorn is planted every 2.5' apart, and that "rock" instead of grass will be used. Upon a vote being called, the motion was approved. #7 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: Request from PECO Construction for Site Plan Approval of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Tri-County Business & Industrial Park. (PC #397 A-99). Steve Simonson informed the Commission that a site plan was approved for Enterprise . Rent-A-Car, however, they have decided to add another building. Because the change isn't minor, it has been brought forward for approval. The signage, parking and landscape information is shown as previously approved. The addition of the car wash toward the back of the building is the new addition, and follows all City requirements. David Richmond stated that the site plan is pretty straightforward, and very well presented. With no further discussion, a motion was made by Keith Van Dine and seconded by Joyce Briscoe to approve the request from PECO Construction for Site Plan Approval of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Tri-County Business & Industrial Park. Upon a vote being called, the motion was approved. . 3 . . . e e #8 Consider And Take Appropriate Action: Request from Luke Sargent for Site Plan Approval of the Border TownlTaco Bell! KFC! Pizza Hut, Tri-County Business & Industrial Park. (PC #400-99). Steve Simonson stated that this area is adjacent to the Atrium Motel on IH35, in the Tri- County area. The first sheet of the site plan shows basic information. The second sheet shows landscaping, mounted yard lights, freestanding sign (will not exceed the 50' requirement height), shows how sign will be done on building, trash screening, handi- cap parking is shown, and how traffic will exit in and out. Mr. Simonson said that the 30' access behind the building would be placed. Mr. Simonson concluded in saying that this multi-type complex is a first of its kind in the area, and is quite an undertaking. Mr. Luke Sargent, Director of Building Services for R & L Foods, Inc. informed the Commission that the company has taken every consideration to make this a first class establ ishment. With no further discussion, a motion was made by Tony Moreno seconded by Joyce Briscoe to approve the request from Luke Sargent for Site Plan Approval of the Border TownlTaco Belli KFC! Pizza Hut, Tri-County Business & Industrial Park. Upon a vote being called, the motion was approved. #9 Consider And Take Appropriate Action: Request from PECO Construction for Site Plan Approval of Alamo Holly, Tri-County Business & Industrial Park. (PC #403-99). Steve Simonson stated that this site plan is for an expansion to the existing business, Alamo Holly. The new building is adjacent to the existing building, and Alamo Holly is following on with all of the City requirements. 4 . . e . With no further discussion, a motion was made by Joyce Briscoe and seconded by Keith Van Dine to approve the request from PECO Construction for Site Plan Approval of Alamo Holly, Tri-County Business & Industrial. Upon a vote being called, the motion was approved. #10 Consider And Take Appropriate Action: Request from FM3009 Property LLC. for Preliminary Plat Approval of Cal-Tex Subdivision, FM3009. (PC #402-99). Steve Simonson informed the Commission that this area is adjacent to Coronado Paints on FM 3009 between the MKT & Union Pacific Railroad tracks. There are several items that are not shown as part of the plat. 1. Property owners are not shown. 2. Add "zoning" to the Planning & Zoning signature block. 3. Comal County, instead of Guadalupe County in recordation block. Steve Simonson stated that the location map and floodplain information is indicated, however, before a final plat is approved, items discussed will have to be corrected. With no further discussion, a motion was made by Joyce Briscoe and seconded by Keith Van Dine to approve the request from FM3009 Property LLC. for Preliminary Plat Approval of Cal-Tex Subdivision, FM3009 contingent upon; 1. Property owners are shown. 2. Add "zoning" to the Planning & Zoning signature block. 3. Comal County, instead of Guadalupe County is shown in the recordation block. Upon a vote being called, the motion was approved. . #11 General Discussion: 5 . . . e . Tony Moreno: Tony had no comments. Keith Van Dine: Keith had no comments. Joyce Briscoe: Joyce questioned if portable buildings at the High school need a building permit, and was advised that a permit is not needed. Joyce commented that the cleaning along the FM 78 Cibolo Creek area looks good, and was advised that the Highway Dept. was finally getting around to it. Georae Maxfield: George had no comments. Ken Greenwald: Ken reported that the City of Schertz and Bexar County reached a partnership agreement for the clean up Cibolo Creek. Bexar County is responsible for the contracting, and the City of Schertz would be responsible for a portion of the monies ($60,000). The total estimated cost is approximately two million dollars. Ken reported that a new trash disposal company (Waste Management) has taken over the existing contract for the City trash pickup. However, so far the service has been poor. The company is having some transition problems that need to be resolved. City 6 e e . Council denied a request for an extension on the contract. The City will have to wait and see if service is improved. Ken informed the Commission that the rezoning of the Barshop property from (GB) to (NS) was approved by City Council. The owners of the property were not pleased with City Council action. Ken also mentioned that City Council would be starting phase one with the City of Seguin on the water issue. Members of the committee will be available to answer any questions at the up coming meeting. Steve Simonson: Steve reported that a proposal for the comprehensive plan was received from Dan Sefko. The estimated cost will exceed the amount that has been set aside by the City. At this time, the cost will not be published. Mr. Simonson suggested that the Commissioners review, and decide which items to keep and which items not to, and in . doing so may reduce the cost. Mr. Sefko has agreed to speak and offer suggestions when the Commission is ready to do so. David Richmond: David had no comments. #10 Adjournment: Keith Van Dine moved to adjourn the meeting. Tony Moreno seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. \ rxVVv/l (1 . \.J ."j~v"" J,... Chairman, Planning & Zoning Commission ATTEST: . 7