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10-24-1989 l PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES .- The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened in a regular session on Tuesday, -October 24, 1989 at 7: 00 P.M. in the Municipal Complex Conference Room, 1400 Schertz parkway. Those present were as follows: ;J. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION CITY STAFF TY BRISGILL, CHAIRMAN JOE POTEMPA, VICE-CHAIRMAN KEITH VAN DINE, SECRETARY MERWIN WILLMAN BOB ANDREWS GEORGE VICK JIM SHRIVER KEN GREENWALD, COUNCILPERSON STEVE SIMONSON, ASST. CITY MANAGER NORMA ALTHOUSE, RECORDING SECRETARY #1 CALL TO ORDER ~ " Chairman Brisgill called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. ,,J. #2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Session October 10, 1989 Jim Shriver made a -motion to approve the minutes for the regular session October 10, 1989. Joe Potempa seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor. Motion carried. #3 CITIZENS' INPUT OTHER THAN AGENDA ITEMS There was none. #4 CONSIDER AND MAKE RECOMMENDATION: Approval of Annual Report to City Council Bob Andrews made a motion to recommend approval of the Annual Report and send it forward to City Council. George Vick seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor. Motion carried. #5 CONSIDER AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION: Historian for Planning Commission Selection of and Zoning Joe Potempa volunteered to be the Historian again for the coming year. ,. " Bob Andrews made a formal recommendation to appoint Joe Potempa as Historian for the Planning and Zoning Commission. Keith Van Dine seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: ',__.L' . .. ;' ! AYES: T. Brisgill, K. Van Dine, M. Willman,B. Andrews, G. Vick, J. Shriver NAYS: None ABSTENTIONS: J. Potempa The recommendation was approved. 16 CONSIDER AND MAKE RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and Review of Junked Vehicle Ordinance Chairman Brisgill reminded the Commission of all the discussion they have had about the screening requirement of the ordinance and how they feel they need more latitude, particularly for hobbyists and restorers. Mr. Brisgill said he isn't sure that if someone is restoring a vehicle, it should be called a heal th hazard. Article III, Division 2, Sec. 10-60, Item (c) of the Code of Ordinances reads as follows: "Unlicensed, operable or inoperable, antique and special interest vehicles stored by a collector on his property, provided that the vehicles and their storage areas are maintained in such a manner that they do not constitute a health hazard and are screened from public view by means of a fence, rapidly growing trees or shrubbery." Keith Van Dine mentioned the possibility of allowing tarps or car covers as a means of screening from public view. Chairman Brisgill commented that's fine, but he doesn't want to eliminate other possible means of screenlng. Bob Andrews noted if that is the intent, then why be specific - why not just say "screen from public view". Councilperson Ken Greenwald suggested saYlng "fitted cover or appropriate screening". Keith Van Dine said, in his opinion, car covers do not take away from the aesthetics of the neighborhood. Bob Andrews pointed out the difference between saYlng a vehicle is "stored" and saying it is being "restored". Merwin Willman voiced his opinion, saying just a car cover does not remove the vehicle from view. Keith Van Dine then pointed out the ordinance needs to glve the Staff some latitude. steve Simonson reminded the Commission the ordinance has a built- in mechanism which requires the vehicle owner to request a hearing for purposes of proving he is a hobbyist and/or restorer. -2- Jim Shriver related he had spoken with a member of the San Antonio Rodders, an antique car club, and was told that approximately six months ago, after discovering cities are cracking down on junked vehicles, a professional car magazlne re~ommended putting a tarp over antique vehicles.. Mr. Shriver also said the member told him that not being able to find parts for restoring a car is no excuse - the parts are out there. Kei th Van Dine then questioned how many people in Schertz are into the business and/or hobby of restoring cars. Steve Simonson replied by saying most of the letters sent out are for junk vehicles, however there are those few who are restoring and that's why the latitude is needed. Bob Andrews suggested after shrubbery, the Commission add "or other aesthetically appropriate covering". Merwin Willman commented he objects to permanent storage ln the driveway. There was a brief discussion on the number of vehicles permitted and the amount of time that should be allowed for restoring. Chairman Brisgill emphasized he didn't think those things should be dictated by the Commission. Merwin Willman s<;iid he feels there needs to be more clarification. Mr. Willman then asked if the other Commissioners consider that a cover screens the vehicle from public view. They all replied yes. George Vick mentioned he has a selfish interest in this because he had received a letter about one of his vehicles. Mr. Vick said he had to put the vehicle in his garage to get it out of public view, forcing him to put his good vehicle, which is not in violation, in the driveway. Bob Andrews made a motion to recommend Article III, Division 2, Sec. 10-60, Item Ordinances be amended to reads as follows: to City Council that ( c ) of the Code of "Unlicensed, operable or inoperable, antique and special interest vehicles stored by a collector on his property, provided that the vehicles and their storage areas are maintained in such a manner that they do not constitute a health hazard and are screened from public view by means of a fence, rapidly growing trees or shrubbery, or other aesthetically appropriate covering." Joe Potempa seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous in favor. Bob Andrews informed George Vick, that in his opinion, according to Robert's Rules he should have abstained since he has a vested interest in the recommended change to the ordinance. Mr. Vick agreed. Therefore, the vote was as follows: -3- AYES: T. Brisgill, J. Potempa, K. Van Dine, M. Willman, B. Andrews, J. Shriver NAYS: None ABSTENTIONS: G. Vick Motion carried. #7 CONSIDER AND MAKE RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and Review of Recommendations from Citizens Leadership Panel on Short Term and Long Term Goals to be Considered for Inclusion in the City Master Plan Chairman Brisgill thanked the Citizens Leadership Panel members and the liaison members from the Commission for all the time and effort spent on this task - they did a real good job. At this time recommendations attached) : the from Commission reviewed and discussed the Citizens Leadership Panel the (copy Public Transportation - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Public Transportation - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Water Supply - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Water Supply - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Business Growth - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Business Growth - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Annexation - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Annexation - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed wi~h the recommendations. -4- Schertz Public Library - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed to the recommendations with the correction of a typing error changing "add two ( 2) employees (one (1) professional or two (2) para-professionals);" to "add three (3) employees (one (1) professional and two (2) para-professionals)". Schertz Public Library - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed to the recommendations with the addition of the following: A sentence be: added at the end saying "The possibility of a mobile van library needs to be considered." Animal Control and Shelter - Short Term Goals ,p The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Animal Control and Shelter - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Senior Citizen Housing - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Senior Citizen Housing - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed to the recommendations with the following change: Where it says "The city should ( 1 ) provide for the addition of 25 units" make it "The city should (1) provide for an additional 25 units". Parks and Recreation - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Parks and Recreation - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Fire Protection -Short Term Goals The Commiss~on agreed to the recommendations with the following addition: Where i'l:: says "Increase personnel strength" make it "Increase paid personnel strength". Fire Protection - Long Term Goals It Under Recommendations where it says "Build a substation on IH 35 between Northcl iff and Jack Hayes Boulevard" change to read "Provide additional ,substation to make sure the City is covered." Also add a third recommendation: -5- "Provide a Fire Department training area." SAFES - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed to the recommendations with the following addition: Where it says "Increase personnel strength" make it "Increase paid personnel strengthff. SAFES - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Auxiliary Emergency Power for the City Municipal Complex - Short Term Goals Change the heading to "City Municipal Complex - Short Term Goals and Long Term Goals" Rewrite the recommendations as follows: Short Term Leave the one about purchasing a generator as is. Add a second to read "The City should upgrade the City computer system". Add a third to read "The City should increase personnel". Long Term Add "The City should expand the Municipal Complex". IH 10 Frontage - Long Term Goals Change heading to "IH-IO Frontage - Short and Long Term Goals" Under Rational, after last sentence, add: "The City should provide an adequate supply of water and approved infrastructure for sewer and roads." Police Department - Short Term Goals The Commission agreed with the recommendations. Police Department - Long Term Goals The Commission agreed to the recommendations with the following change: Where it says "Our new facility should contain a nice sized jailor holding cells," make it "Our new facility should contain adequate holding cells,". -6- The Commission felt another category, as follows, should be added: "utility Maintenance Facility -Short and Long Term Goals Short Term Goals The City should provide a utility complex. The City should provide a consolidated fuel and maintenance facility. The City should provide adequate maintenance personnel. Long Term Goals The City should expand the utility complex to correspond with the growth of the City." After the review, Chairman Brisgill asked where they go next. steve Simonson replied he would like to get some numbers on these recommendations and then resume work on updating the City Plan. Mr. Simonson said he would like to give the Staff until January to work on the numbers. ~ After it's being suggested by Chairman Brisgill, Bob Andrews made a motion to table. Item #7 (CONSIDER AND MAKE RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and Review of Recommendations from Citizens Leadership Panel on Short Term and Long Term Goals to be Considered for Inclusion in the City Master Plan) until the Commission receives input back from the Staff. The motion further requested this item be placed on the agenda of the first meeting in January. Keith Van Dine seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous ln favor. Motion carried. #8 GENERAL DISCUSSION Keith Van Dine: (1) Again mentioned the potholes in Pfeil Road. (Steve Simonson told him repairs for roads are now being scheduled.) (2) Asked if anyone had taken a look yet at the "junkyard" on Pfeil Road. Steve Simonson replied they had not. Jim Shriver: .' (1) Commended Norma correspondence, etc. Al thouse for her work on the minutes, -7- George Vick: (1) Asked who sweeps on the IH-35 access road and was told the state does. (2) Questioned if Ms. Busby is still working on cleaning up the junk at her property on IH-35. steve Simonson replied yes she lS. Merwin Willman: (1) Commented he had attended the Trade Fair at the Bluebonnet on October 19th. Said there was not a big crowd, but the City had a good booth. (2) Asked the status of the annexation on IH-35 north. Steve Simonson said it will be presented at the next Council workshop. ( 3 ) Asked the status of John Lund's request for deannexation. Councilperson Ken Greenwald reported it had been denied. (4) City Council had mentioned garage sales at their last workshop. Mr. Willman indicated he is working on putting something together, but one big problem is a location where the slgns can be posted. :-s Mr. Willman also noted the Commiss'ion had received copies of a garage sale ordinance from Seguin and an excerpt on garage sale signs from a Live Oak ordinance. There was also some information on garage sales in a Zoning Report from 1988. Jim Shriver then asked Merwin Willman if he is talking about putting together a garage sale ordinance and Mr. Willman replied yes. Joe Potempa: (1) Asked the status of the junked vehicle at 5214 Irola. steve Simonson informed the Commission the first certified letter sent by the City had come back, so a second letter was sent. Mr. Simonson said they are discussing the next option which will probably be the issuing of a citation. Joe Potempa then asked if they're not going to tow it away. steve Simonson said they have that prerogative. " There was then discussion on towing the vehic Ie away versus issuing a citation. It was pointed out if a citation is:ignored, the eventual outcome will be the issuance of a warrant. Kei th Van Dine remarked it has been average citizen responds when they hear his experlence " \.v a r ran t " . ,that the -8,.. Jim Shriver asked where the vehicles go when they are towed away and steve Simonson said to a salvage yard. (2) Suggested the City Inspector be given a copy of the Commission's minutes and was informed he already receives a copy. Ken Greenwald: (1) Congratulated the three Commissioners (Bob Andrews, Joe Potempa and Jim Shriver) who were reappointed. Chairman Brisgill: (1) Reported John Lund is expanding his property by fill ing ln the Creek. (steve Simonson said he will check into it.) Steve Simonson: (1) According to some demographics put out by Donnelley Marketing, Schertz has a declining population. Mr. Simonson said he had contacted a gentleman at Donnelley, is sending him some data, and is supposed to get some information in return. . . (2) Received the Census Maps. They left off, among others, IH- 35, the Forbes property, Hubertus and FM 2252. Mr. Simonson said he had contacted the Census Bureau and they are sending maps we can correct which h.ave to be completed by December 1st. ,.'./, ( 3) Gave the Commissioners their workbooks which they will be using in conjunction with their appointment as the Advisory Committee for a study on capital recovery fees. Rimrock Consulting Company and Ford Engineering will be the Staff support on the project and Steve Simonson and Ken Greenwald will be Staff liaisons. Mr. Simonson told the Commission the first two chapters are an explanation of the senate bill and a summary. Mr. Simonson also said representatives from Rimrock Consul ting will be at the next meeting to brief the Commission on what they should be doing which hasta be completed by April, 1990. Mr. Simonson indicated they can expect at least one hour per Planning and Zoning meeting to be spent on this project. ~. Councilperson Ken Greenwald remarked that, supposedly, there will be only one or two meetings. Rimrock Consulting and Ford Engineering will do the legwork. Mr. Greenwald said it is his understanding the Advisory Committee will have to hold two public hearings. Mr. Greenwald emphasized that, according to the senate bill, the study must be conducted or the City can't char~e capital recovery fees. Also, it must be approved and finaliz~d by June, 1990. -9- , . Chairman Brisgill asked why the Commission lS just getting this now. steve Simonson replied because TML had been putting a lot of pressure on for the bill to be repealed, but they were unsuccessful in their attempt. Chairman Brisgill asked if the Commission if they wanted to do this at their regular meetings or hold special sessions. The consensus was to do it at the regular meetings unless otherwise deemed necessary. Mr. Brisgill then reminded the Commission it is imperative that everyone attend all the meetings. These sessions will be held prior to the regular meetings and will be a separate item on the agenda. Merwin Willman asked if a list of current impact fees lS available. Steve Simonson said he will check on it. Chairman Brisgill requested that the upcoming agendas be kept as small as possible. . . (4) Had sent another letter to Pacific Southwest Savings and a representative called him. They are planning on resurfacing and will ,be glad to cooperate. However, Wuest's retained some ingress/egress rights, so the Commission needs to contact them also. I" ...... 19 ADJOURNMENT Chairman Brisgill adjourned the meeting at 9:40 P.M. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 14, 1989. .. -10:- :,. ... "';'" ~l Citr}' of .Schertz Citizen's Leadership Panel Post Office Drawer I Schertz, Texas 78154 "-' " . f July 20, 1989 City of Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission Post Office Drawer I Schertz, Texas 78154 Re: Recommendations for Short Term and Long Term Goals That Should be Considered for Inclusion in the City Master Plan' The Citizen's Leadership Panel was formed on April 6, 1989 under the direction of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with the concurrence of the Schertz City Council. . . The purpose of the Panel is to provide the Planning and Zoning Commission with citizen's recomme'ndations for the short term goals (one to 'five years) and long term goals (six to twenty years) that should be included in the City Master Plan. The ..tools" of the Panel consisted of the results of the citizen surveys conducted in February 1989, ,city maps, the prior City Master Plan, and the written directive from the Planning and Zoning Commission. :;<;;;~ At the first meeting of the Panel it was recognized that the majority of the Panel members did not have sufficient knowledge of the past or present' problems and operations of city functions. The Panel members believed that this knowledge was essential if they were to make constructive recommendations for the future. To gain this knowledge and an insight into the present city operations, it was decided that it would be necessary to interview ci ty staff personnel and other persons associated with the areas concerned. This has been accomplished and has provided the Panel members an excellent education and insight into the operations and problems of the city. The following persons were interviewed and provided the Panel with a briefing on their operational areas. The Panel wishes to express thetr appreciation to these persons for the excellent cooperation and briefings we received. SAFES Tom Funk, Director Schertz Volunteer Fire Department Ed Melton, Chief Schertz Police Department ,Norman Agee, Chief Senior Citizen Housing 'Ron Freeman, Director . . Schertz Animal Shelter Betty Ann Kent, :Supervisor . . 'Michele Tereletsky, 'President, Schertz Humane Society '"', ..... ,~ ~.~. I ~ 1a. Schertz Public Library Annexation Gail Douglas, Librarian steve Simonson, Asst City Mana,ger IH 35,IH 10, FM 78, Schertz Parkway, Jack Hayes Boulevard, and SH 1518 Water Parks/Recreation Emergency Power Business Growth Transportation steve Simonson, Asst City Manager steve Simonson, Asst Cfty Manager Steve Simonson, Asst City Manager Steve Simonson, Asst city Manager Panel discussion Vinny Martinez, Owner, Pegasus Shuttles Enclosed for your consideration are the final recommendations of the Panel for the short term and long term goals which we believe ould be included in the future City Master Plan. . ~ ~--~ hriver, Chairman cc: Schertz City Council Schertz City Manager Schertz Economic Development Task Force Police Department Schertz Public Library SAFES Utilities Department Streets & Parks Department ~nimal Control . ~ )'- ~ ~~.. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should carefully review all construction plans for highways built within the city limits by the State Department: of Highways and Public ,Transportation. The city should inspect all construction being done on 'streets by the developer of any subdivision. The city should give more consideration to preventive maintenance to the existing street system. Perhaps more men and equipment. The ci ty should encourage the development of pr i vate interci ty transportation for both passenger and materials transportation. Rational: The State Department of Highways and Public Transportation is not always aware of special conditions, outside agreements or proposed additions and changes that the city needs to provide for in the proposed construction or reconstruction of the highway. When the streets, constructed by a developer in a subdivision, are accepted by the city; the city also assumes the maintenance of these streets. I f the construction does not meet ci ty specifications, the maintenance cost will be higher than normal. The February 1989 Citizen's Survey shows less than 50 percent of those responding felt that the city streets were in good condition. Inspection shows grass and weeds growing through the asphalt pavement, cracks in the asphalt surface and the asphalt pavement completely gone in places, leaving the base material exposed. There is at the present time a private company conducting a feasibility study for an intercity bus line. It would serve the following places: Windsor Park Mall, Village Oaks Hospital, Live Oak, Converse, Universal City, Rolling Oaks Mall, Schertz, Cibolo, Marion, Seguin, and New Braunfels. It is possible that the headquarters could be located in Schertz. The Tri-County Industrial Park is a good location fDr a trucking terminal and should be encouraged. .... PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should work with the Texas Department of Highways and Public Transportation to develop a more direct route between IH 35 and IH 10. The city should develope better drainage to eliminate low water crossings and flooded streets in times of heavy rainfall. The city should increase the size of the street department to keep pace with the growth of the city. The city should press to add traffic signals at locations of heavy cross traffic as required. Rational: The present connection between IH 35 and IH 10 is not a direct route and is a narrow, two lane, low speed route~ Traffic would move more smoothly if the route were improved. Low water crossings are dangerous and requ.ire barricading in times of flood. This requires additional work at a time when street department workers are already very busy with flooded streets. As the city grows in size, so will the street mileage. This will require an increase in both personnel and equipment. When traffic increases to the point where intersections become congested or dangerous, it becomes necessary to install traffic signals for control. ,-' WATER SUPPLY - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should develop some additional source or sources of water supply. The city should extend the water supply system and upgrade the existing system to the point where every resident has excess to an adequate water supply. Rational: The available supply of water in this are is somewhat limited and each city, county and water district is seeking additional water rights. If these agencies cannot agree on what is a fair allotment to each, the state will probably pass legislation to regulate the division of water rights. It is time now to establish additional sources before further regulation makes it much more difficult or impossible. ~.~:.:~:-:.. Every resident should have access to the city water supply for both domestic use and for fire protection. There has been an excess of funds collected by the city water department for the past few years and was transferred to the general fund. These excess funds could be used to extend and improve the water' delivery system, thereby mak ing any vacant property more des ireable for deve lopment and providing current residents with an adequate water supply. WATER SUPPLY - LONG TERM GOALS_ Recommendations: The city should continue to extend the water supply system to new areas as they are annexed to the city and are developed. The city should maintain the existing water systems and make changes thereto as future development may require. Rational: It is assumed that additional sources of water has been acquired during the one to five year term to provide a sufficient supply for the next 50 years. When new areas are incorporated into the city it is necessary to provide those areas with city services. As the ci ty grows, it will also br ing about change in services provided by the city and maintenance is always required. ......:,.... ~' BUSINESS GROWTH~ SHORT TERM GOALS RecommendatIons: The city, by means of the Economic Development Task Force, should work wI th the establ ished bus loess and industr ial firms toward imp-rovement in (l) the inter ior and exter lor appearance of busIness and industrial firms, and (2) ,the increase of retail products available to the consumers. . ' '''.~ The city, by means of the Economic Development Task Force, should provide a continuous education process to the citizens making them aware of the economic advantages of shopping locally. The education process could take the form of newspaper and ci ty Newsletter articles. ''''. The city, by means of the Economic Development Task Force, should maintain an aggressive effort to recruit business and industrial f irrns to the city. (See Bus iness Growth - Long Term Goals for specific types of business and industrial firms .) , -;';-: The city should develop general guidelines for the incentives that can be offered to business and industrial firms considering locating in the city. It is recognized that such incentives must be handled on a case-by-case basis, depending on the type of business or industrial firm, and the contributions it can offer to the city. Such incentives might consist of temporary property tax abetment; relaxation of specific zoning ordinance or regulation requirements; and, the cost reduction of city services. Rational: The results of the Citizen's Survey conducted in February 1989 revealed the following facts: a. Appearance of retail stores: (1) Good - 38\ (2) Fair - 43\ (3) Poor - 13\ b. Retail items available: (1) Good - 21\ (2) Fair - 41% ( 3) Poor - 38\ c. : Retail Development Efforts: (1) Good - 18% (2) Fair - 35% (1) PAf'll"" - .1R~ d. Adequate number of retail stores: (1) Good - 13\ (2) Fair - 30\ (3) Poor - 56\ The recruitment of additional business and industrial firms to the city is required to fulfill two needs - (1) the increase of retail products and services available to the consumers, and (2) the addition of property tax and sales tax revenue to the city, which should relieve the current homeowner's prQperty tax burden. BUSINESS GROWTH - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city, by means of the Economic Development Task Force, should maintain an aggressive effort to recruit business and industrial firms to the city. Specific types of business and industrial firms that would be of benefit to . the city are: day nursery/kindergarten; residence homes for the aged; mobile home parks; financial institutions; barber and beauty shops; book and stationery stores; cafeteria and restaurants; cleaning and laundry stores; medical and dental clinics; drug stores; hospitals; hotel and motels; florist shops; medical and dental laboratories; medical appliances; optical shops; print shops; office buildings; health studios; photographer studios; music studios; dance studios; travel agencies; animal clinics/hospitals; antique shops; appliance sales/repairs shops; auto parts stores; bakery; car wash; convenience stores; gasoline service stations; grocery stores; hardware stores; heating/air condi tioning service shops; hobby shops; home building/remodeling contractors; auto repair services; auto sales dealers; tailor/milliner shops; professional services (doctors, dentist, attorneys, accountants); pet shops; plumbing shops; shoe repair shops; mortuary services; pawn shops; tennis/swim shops; public recreation facilities; radio/TV stations; electronics repair shops; commercial bus stations; storage warehouses; trade'commercial schools; variety stores; upholstery shops; manufactory industrial shops; scientific/research laboratories; office supplies stores; mobile home sales and rentals; and welding/machine shops. Business and industrial locations should conform to those areas presently zoned for such, i.e., IH 35 frontage, west of IH 35, Schertz Parkway frontage, 3009 (Jack Hayes Boulevard) frontage, FH 78 frontage, and FM 1518 frontage. ~. ANNEXATION -SHORT TERM GOA~S Recommendations: The city needs to continue with annexation at the allowed level of 10% per year of the existing 22 square miles of our city limits (which is 2.2 square miles per year). The city needs to look into the possibility of the annexation of the Northcliffe Subdivision~ We need to consider annexation of the Lower Seguin Road area which extends to Farm Road 1518. We need to continue to grow and expand our potential along IH~35 and IH-10. Rational: We should annex the amount allowable so we can continue our growth stead i ly. We need to look into the annexation of Northcliffe because of its potential use as a recreation area, such as the golf course, and the potential use of their water tank. Careful consideration of this area should be gi ven because the animal control and drug problem situations involved presently. Can we handle these problems if we annex them? We need to extend growth along IH-35 and IH-IO in hopes of new business growth and increased recogni tion of this growth along the San Antonio - Austin Carr idor. This increased growth can also br ing our city more citizens and increase our revenue. ANNEXATION -LONG TERM GOALS- Recommendations: The city needs to continue annexation at 10% per year until it reaches its maximum potential for growth. The possible annexation of the Northcliffe Subdivision and the Lower Seguin Road area, should be dec ided . The city should have annexed all 0 fits extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) within the next 20 years. This territory comprises areas along IH-35 and IH-10, and the Schmirville, area and areas near the Garden Ridge and New Braunfels lines inclusively. Rational: Our city should extend itself as much as possible each year until we reach our maximum potential. If we want to continue our growth, we should extend our ETJ lines and try to avoid any further confrontations over land such as the incident with Garden Ridge. ;:... -:,.':-:.:..,.; ~ t SCHERTZ PUBLIC LIBRARY - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The Schertz Public Library needs to complete the 300 square foot expansi6nto the building; add additional parking spaces on a pave~ area north of the building, with restriping of existing ,parking; and improve the entering and exiting. The city will need to provid.e a security system; add a completely automated system for circulation, inventory, etc.; add two (2) employees (one (1) professional ,or two (2) para-professionals); show maintenance efforts with budget increases; increase hardware purchases (VCRs, computers, typewr i ters) for patron usage; and expand hours of operation. .....;'. ..,.... Rational: The outside appearance and the ease of parking, entering and exiting will be a matter of civic pride and convenience. The security system is needed to stop loss of materials, and the automated system will enable ease of management. With the addition of employees, the library will be able to expand the hours of operation to meet the demand, and by showing maintenance efforts, membership in the Texas State Library will be guaranteed. Also, Texas and American Library Association guidelines will be followed. with technology advancing as it is, patrons are requesting, more and more, the use of VCRs, computers, etc. for checkout and in- house use. SCHERTZ PUBLIC LIBRARY - LONG. TERM GOALS Recommendations; In the near future, the city will need to upgrade computerization of library services, including terminals for on-line catalog accessing; make personal computers available to patrons and staff for accessing electronic databases; replace or add furnishing (bookshelves, carpeting, ,furniture); maintain parking areas; increase staff and expand hours as needed; and show maintenance efforts with budget increases. Rational: Same as for short term goals, and to insure that the Library will carry out it's missiqn to "serve the community a center of reliable information ,~' and provide opportuni ty and encouragement for persons of all ages to educate themselves continually. The Library will assemble, preserve and make easily available to all patrons, printed and other materials that will assist them in fields of knowledge and recreation." ;,.~.;, {:;.~ ." .'. ANIMAL CONTROL AND SHELTER- SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The animal shelter needs a new roof on it's kennel and a sealing of the cinder block supports; no other major capital improvements should be undertaken because a new location for the facility is needed. The new location should be on a minimum of three (3) acres on land owned by theci ty or land to be purchased which would be easily accessible to residents. Two (2) additional field officers, each with a .vehicle, and one (1) Humane Education Officer are needed, as well as equipment for on-site operation of the shelter. Rational: The roof of the shelter needs to be replaced and the cinder blocks sealed because of a rodent infestation. No other capital improvements need to be carried out because of the temporary location wi th no room for expansion. The three (3) acres would meet the Humane Society of the United States guidelines for the population of the area served, with room to handle livestock which are also found as strays. Additional staff would guarantee better service and the education of the citizens about proper care of animals. :.~::..... . ANIMAL CONTROL AND SHELTER - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city wi 11 need to add employees to the Animal Control and Shelter functions as the city grows and the shelter expands. Rational: The Animal Control function needs to follow the recommended guidel ines of the Humane Socie,ty of the Uni ted States. ..' SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The c i t Y s h 0 u I d ( 1 ) pro v id e for the add i t ion 0 f 25 un its for senior citizens; (2) provide for the availability of a Van driver five days per week; (3) provide for a part-time person to assist with medical forms and paperwork; and (4) provide for recreational activities in addition to grocery shopping and meals. Rational: At present, there are 76 senior citizen housing units available in the housing authority of the city. The waiting list numbers between 30 and 50 persons with a typical waiting time of 12 to 18 months. The present units are situated so that tenants are within one to one a half miles of shopping facilities. This would need to be a major consideration in the construction of any new units. As with the present housing, there is funding available from HUD. Since the tenants are senior citizens, a staff person who could assist with medical forms and other paperwork would be of importance. Some tenants cannot complete the forms and do not have anyone they can contact for help. At present there is a Van available only four days per week. Most of the tenants do not have vehicles, so their mobility is restricted. They would also like to have different recreational activities available. Their trips now c6nsist of shopping and meals. SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should (l) provide for ,the addition of 25 units (fora tota~ of 50 new units) for senior citizens; (2) provide three (3) transportation Vans; (3) provide for the addi tion of a second staff person in the office; (4) provide for a full-time person to assist the senior citizens with medical forms and other paperwork; (5) provide for additional maintenance staff as required; and (6) provide for a part-time person to coordinate recreational activities. j.:~::: Rational: The addition of these 25 units would make a total of 126 units in the housing authority. The waiting list wold still exist because of the "graying effect" of the current population. As stated in the short term goals, these units would have to be situated within a reasonable area. If sufficient land could be acquired, the units could be built in two phases with a satellite office at the new site. Transportation would be handled with three Vans, each available five days per week. There would be a need for a second staff person at the new site and another persons to assist the tenants wi th the i r paperwork. At least one and perhaps two maintenance persons would have to be hired to cope with the new site. A part-ti~e position to coordinate recreational activities would be necessary.: PARKS AND RECREATION - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should (1) construct a Park in ,the North-West portion of the city to include walking/jogging trails and a picnic area; (2) construct volley ball courts; (3) construct tennis courts; (4) construct a Community Recreation Center including rooms for small groups such as crafts; (5) construct additional outdoo~ basketball courts; (6) ~onstruct a golf driving range and golf course; and (7) expand the BVYA program. Rational: Presently, the city has one of the best parks in the surrounding area. Since the city is geographically large, another smaller park should be located in the No:rth-West area of the city. A walking and jogging trail in a tree-shaded park could be used by a large segment of the total population. Picnic areas could be included in this park. City tennis courts and volley ball courts for public use located in the same area or where night lighting would not be a problem could be used by the growing population. At present, small rooms are not available for groups such as arts and crafts. The existing Community Center is too large for small groups, and the Library conference room is used frequently. The Pavilion at the Park has two basketball nets which are often in use. Additional basketball courts would be available to a larger segment of the citizens. A public golf driving range would be used by those who do not belong to a golf club or simply like to get out and practice driving. The BVYA program has been in effect for a number of years and has served many youth in the community. This program should be expanded to other sports and perhaps more age groups should be added. PARKS AND RECREATION - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should (1) construct a Park in the South portion of the city; (2) construct soccer fields; (3) construct a large Community/Recreation Center to include space for racquetball and exercise areas for regular and special groups (older adul ts, children, 'etc.); (4) hire ~ paid Recreation Director; (5) construct a public golf course; and (6) recruit a YMCA organization to the city. .;~~.,:~:;ti} Rational: A park in the southern area of the ci ty would make a total of three parks. This quantity would cover the main geographical areas that comprise the city. Soccer fields to accommodate different age groups would serve the growing interest in that sport. A large Community/Recreation Center to provide the citizens a meeting and recreation area will be a must by this time frame. Different sports programs, exercise programs, and activities supervised by a paid Recreation Director could be used by the growing population. A public golf course would be available to those who do not belong to golf clubs and I ike to play f1at home.f1 City or other tournaments could help bring revenue into the city. There is an interest in a YMCA at this point; perhaps in ten to 20 years th~f~ wi~l be a demand for one, in addition to the new Community/Recreation Center. FIRE PROTECTION - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: Increase personnel strength of the Fire Department by eight (8) persons. These increases should be in increment of two persons per year over a four year period. Plan to add a substation. Rational: The increase in population and businesses in the city makes it necessary to increase the number of personnel required to operate the Fire Department. To effectually provide fire protection over a 24 hour period this increase of personnel is a minimal requirement. Planning should commence fOI the construction of a substation along IH 35 to better serve the northern part of the city. FIRE PROTECTION - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: Build a major complex to house the Fire Department (and SAFES). Build a substation on IH 35 between Northcliff and Jack Hayes Boulevard. Rational: The present Fire Department facility is just a big garage. The ~ire Department needs office facilities that is better than the present closet that is call the Chief f 5 office. The complex should be designed using modern specifications. As noted in the Long Term Goals for SAFES, the modern complex would be used by both the Fire Department and SAFES. The substation will be necessary to provide quicker service to the northern part of the city. SAFES - SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: Increase personnel strength of SAFES by five (5) persons. These increases should be in increment of one (1) person per year over a five year period. Increase the ambulances by two (2). One ambulance in the second year and the other in the fourth year. Rational: 'The ci ty wi 11 cont inue to grow and the demand on ambulance service will increase. SAFES provides emergency services to the surrounding communities and the recommendations will allow the job to be done timely and efficiently. ::;, _I.' ..,. ...... !~ : 1 ! 1 I i .1 .. SAFES - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: Build a major complex to house SAFES (and the Fire Department). Continue to plan to ensure that sufficient personnel'and equipment are available to efficiently service the citizens of the city and the surrounding communities. Rational: There will be a continuing requirement to improve SAFES facilitiesCand the Fire Department). The present facility is located in an area where it could be easily congested, making it difficult to exit during an emergency. The complex should be designed using modern specifications which would house both SAFES and the Fire Department. '" . to' AUXILIARY EMERGENCY POWER FOR THE CITY MUNICIPAL COMPLEX SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The city should purchase a generator of sufficient electrical output to provide auxiliary emergency power for the city municipal complex. Rational: The requirement to provide emergency electrical power to the ci ty' municipal complex dur ing a power outage should be a high priority item. A dependable diesel powered generator would be a valuable addition to the city municipal facilities. Diesel power is desirable because>~' of the it's dependability and the longevity of diesel equipment. ~ .. . IH 10 FRONTAGE - LONG 'TERM GOALS Recommendations: -The city should continue the zoning of IH 10 frontage as General Business and continue to recruit businesses and industries into this area. Rational: The city is fortunate to have IH 10 as the city's southern limits, providing an East-West corridor. It would be advantageous to have businesses and industries along this corridor to facilitate services and products for the residents and non- residents located in the southern portion. Such business might include cafes, motels, construction firms, warehouses, general merchandising facilities, building materials, etc. Electrical utility service is available from the City Public Board. But, an adequate supply of water is not presently available. For growth of this corridor an adequate water supply must be a major consideration. Perhaps, should a major company consider this area for the location of their facilities, the city could workout an arrangement whereby the cost for installation of water lines could be shared by the city and the company. :;( ';. ..., . . '" POLICE DEPARTMENT ~ SHORT TERM GOALS Recommendations: The Police Departm~nt needs to improve its equipment. The Police Officers definitely need new bullet-proof vests. The city needs to look into a possible departmental issue of vests and weapons. The Police Department needs visual aius equipment such as overhead projectors, VCRs, etc. These items are needed within the next one or two years. ..,:-. Within the. next two or three years, the following equipment needs to be considered: The city should look into a new communication and information system. The Police Department needs an intoxilizer unit, mug shot camera, and a booking area. Identification equipment such a fingerprint screens, identification kits, photo lab set-up, etc. are needed. The detention equipment should be increased. With the gradual increase in the police force, the police vehicles fleet will need to be increased. The vehicles should include unmarked and marked units. ..~~r 0(. "::': The amount of manpower should increase. Police manpower includes dispatchers. The need for a youth services officer should be considered. Also, a training program for officers needs consideration. Rational: The Police Department is one important part of our public safety system. The Pol ice Department is inadequately prepared for our increasingly technological society. The bullet-proof vests are presently inadequate against some types of bullets. The need for departmental issued weapons and bullet-proof vests is to reduce redundancy and to insure accountability, reliability, and consistency. Weapons are usually marked with the police department's symbol for identification purposes. The photo lab set-up, identi f ication equipment, and detention equipment are needed for suspect identification and to insure proper retention of evidence seized in criminal cases. The communication and information systems need to be updated to insure prompt release of information about individuals on traffic stops or other activities. . Also, a police officer's life could be saved with adequate communication systems. The hand-held radios or "walkie-talkies" are often considered a lifeline for police officers when they are away from their vehicles or from their partners. If a "walkie-talkie" fails, a police officers life could be in danger. The.: training program at 40 hours per year per off icer can help insure physical fitness in order to perform their duties. ' The training may help officers build stronger hearts, muscles and help them live healthier lives. The educational training will help officers' knowledge of current laws of the Texas Penal Code and .. .. Traffic Law Books. The education should not be, strictly limited to paper and books. It may include range shooting of weapons or involvement in children ~afety programs. Our community continues to grow so we need to educate our children on safety. A youth services officer or officers may help juveniles with serious problems before they have gotten into too much trouble. With an , increase of juvenile crimes and problems existing today, a youth services officer or officers will be extremely helpful. As our population continues to grow, our police force needs to grow also. Cr ime is becoming evident everywhere. We need to increase the police department officers to sufficiently cover our 22 square miles. Along with the police force increase, an increase in the police fleet will also need to be considered. The suggestions made all sound impossible to achieve. We may be able to have a public bond issue before the people. If the citizens see how inadequately equipped our police department is, they should vote "for" the bond. I I I I j I I I :1 ..... , I.. ,... f"" '" POLICE DEPARTMENT - LONG TERM GOALS Recommendations: In the future we will need to consider a building facility for the police department. Our new facility should contain a nice sized jailor holding cells, a physical fitness gym and shQwers and an effective and efficient communication and information system.' The facility should have a decent dinning and snack area. Also, we may consider a police substation in the Schlrmerville area. There will 'be a need for adequate office supplies for officers and the clerical/administrative staff. These supplies should include typewriters or computers, forms, instructions, etc. for writing police reports, vehicle reports, etc. The police force will continue to grow and so will the police fleet as we progress into the future. The pol ice department should be equ i pped wi th a suf fie ient number of d is pa tchers . Our pol ice department may have a need for a mobile van. Rational: Wi th the increase in the population, we wi 11 foresee a need for additional police officers which usually requires more space. The police department is adequate in size presently, but may foresee problems in the future. The gym, wi th separate male and female shower facilities, will help keep our officers in shape. This gym program should be mandatory to insure good health for everyone. staff should not be excluded. We may even think about the possibility of a jail here so we can gain some revenue from the state to house prisoners, but this thinking may take much contemplation, and the public response' is to be considered. The facility should be adequately set-up with effective equipment to insure positive communication and morale among officers. The idea of a substation in the Schirmerville area could help reduce response time to calls and gain more confidence in Schertz from the citizens of this area. It shows that we are friendly and willing to assist all of our citizens. The 22 square miles of Schertz can be difficult to patrol when the officers are stuck on the other side of town. The police fleet will need to be increased and some of the cars may need to be replaced as we move into the future. A mobile van may be needed for stakeouts, if the need ever arose, or could assist other cities. These ideas sound elaborate now, but may be a vital necessity into the future. I n order for these ideas to work, we \.Ii 11 need to continue to seek the citiz1ns' help.