2002-09-23 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES-- MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2002, AT 7:30 P.M., IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS.
The meeting was called to order with the following present:
Mayor
Mayor Pro -Tem
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
City Manager
City Attorney
City Secretary
Tom Reid
Woody Owens
Richard Tetens
Charles Viktorin
Larry Marcott
Klaus Seeger
Bill Eisen
Darrin Coker
Young Lorfing
Others in attendance: Deputy City Manager Alan Mueller; Executive Director of
Community Services Tobin Maples; Police Chief J.C. Doyle; City Engineer John
Hargrove; Public Affairs Liaison Lynn Munford; Parks and Recreation Director Ed
Hersh; Assistant City Attorney Nghiem Doan; Purchasing Officer Gordon Island; Project
Director Joe Wertz; Executive Director Pearland Economic Development Corporation
Fred Welch.
The invocation was given by Reverend Barnett and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Councilmember Seeger.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Mayor Reid presented a proclamation to members of .the Pearland Rotary Club
proclaiming October 2002 as "Trick -or -Treat for UNICEF Month."
Mayor Reid presented a proclamation to Carol Artz Executive Director of the
Pearland/Hobby Area Chamber of Commerce and Fred Welch Executive Director of the
Pearland Economic Development Corporation proclaiming the week of September 23-
27, 2002 as "Salute To Industry Week." Mayor Reid stated on Wednesday, September
25, 2002 the two industries of the year will be honored at the Chamber Luncheon, one
is TurboCare Houston and the other is Steel Supplies, Inc. TurboCare Houston is the
Pearland representative and Steel Supplies, Inc. is the Hobby Area representative as
chosen by the selection committee.
Mayor Reid presented a proclamation to the President of the Southeast Shrine Club,
J.D. Simmons proclaiming October 11-12, 2002, as "Shriners Hospital Days For Burned
& Crippled Children."
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Mayor Reid reported on September 11 he attended the 9-11-01 Event at City Hall, Adult
Reading Center Board of Directors Meeting and also attended 5 Patriot Day Services;
September 12 attended a Ribbon Cutting at A.T.&T Wireless and Dynamic
Rehabilitation Center, attended the United Way Luncheon and also attended the
Pearland College Board Meeting; September 13 attended the Chamber Business
Breakfast; September 14 checked on the Election progress; September 16 attended
Council agenda meeting and also conducted a Special Council meeting and Workshop;
September 17 attended the Houston Galveston Area Council Board of Directors
Meeting and the Open House at the Adult Reading Center; September 18 attended the
Wal-Mart Super Store Ribbon Cutting and September 18 through 21 attended the Texas
Association Regional Councils of Government's Annual Meeting.
COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS
Due to the length of the meeting the Councilmembers passed on giving their activity
reports.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager, Bill Eisen, introduced Fred Welch the Pearland Economic Development
Corporation Executive Director. He stated Mr. Welch has been with the City a week,
and has spent the last four years with the Brazoria County Partnership. This will give
him a great advantage of already knowing the County and the City.
CITIZENS
Bill Mooney, 2224 N. Austin, addressed Council and stated is a home builder in the City
of Pearland primarily in the old Townsite. Mr. Mooney expressed his concerns
regarding having.to pay Water Drainage fees for water detention for the new homes he
is building. He further stated the fees in this town are getting pretty exorbitant. He is
here to complain about them, and would like something done about the increase in fees
to build a house in Pearland.
John D. Mark, 1117 Nancy, addressed Council and stated he is rebuilding a home
where he tore down a house in a subdivision with no sidewalks. He stated he is
concerned about the requirement to have to build a sidewalk in an area where no
sidewalks currently exist. Mr. Mark said he paid $250 to go before the Zoning Board of
Adjustments to get a variance, which he did. Mr. Mark also reported on one of his
neighbors where he is currently living who was also required to put in a sidewalk. Mr.
Mark stated his neighbor was not familiar with the variance process. In closing he
asked Council to review the Ordinance and see if there are any exceptions that can be
added to the ordinance removing the requirement to build a sidewalk if there are not any
sidewalks in the subdivision where the home is being constructed. He also suggested
that the Permit Department advise the home builder of the variance procedure that is
available if the home builder so desired.
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DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARING: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the August 12, 2002, Joint Public Hearing held at 6:30 p.m.
2. Minutes of the September 9, 2002, Regular Council Meeting held at 7:30
p.m.
B. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — EXCUSE ABSENCE OF
COUNCILMEMBER LARRY MARCOTT FROM THE REGULAR MEETING
HELD ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2002. City Council
C. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - FIRST AND ONLY READING
OF ORDINANCE NO. 1078 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, DETERMINING A PUBLIC CONVENIENCE
AND NECESSITY TO ACQUIRE AN EASEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
DESCRIBED HEREIN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR HIS
DESIGNEE, AND OTHER CITY OFFICIALS TO TAKE SUCH ACTIONS AS ARE
NECESSARY TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY, LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY, BY
DONATION, PURCHASE, OR BY THE EXERCISE OF THE POWER OF
EMINENT DOMAIN; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AS THE
CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS BEARS
DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE
CITIZENRY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin Coker, City
Attorney.
D. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - FIRST AND ONLY READING
OF ORDINANCE NO. 1079 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, DETERMINING A PUBLIC CONVENIENCE
AND NECESSITY TO ACQUIRE AN EASEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
DESCRIBED HEREIN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR HIS
DESIGNEE, AND OTHER CITY OFFICIALS TO TAKE SUCH ACTIONS AS ARE
NECESSARY TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY, LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY, BY
DONATION, PURCHASE, OR BY THE EXERCISE OF THE POWER OF
EMINENT DOMAIN; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AS THE
CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS BEARS
DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE
CITIZENRY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin Coker, City
Attorney.
E. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-149 -
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER
INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY
DISTRICTS NO. 21 AND NO. 22 FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND EMS
SERVICES. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
F. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-156 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, AWARDING A BID FOR DEMOLITION SERVICES ASSOCIATED
WITH THE FEMA BUY-OUT PROGRAM. Mr. Gordon Island, Purchasing Officer
G. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-152 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, AWARDING A BID FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES ASSOCIATED
WITH THE OILER DRIVE WATER LINE PROJECT. Mr. Bill Eisen, City
Manager.
H. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-157 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, AWARDING A BID FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICATION SERVICES
WITH A NEWSPAPER OF GENERAL CIRCULATION IN THE CITY. Mr. Bill
Eisen, City Manager.
Consent Agenda Item F was removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of
Councilmember Marcott for further discussion.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
adopt Consent Agenda Items A through H, with the exception of item F, as presented
on the Consent Agenda.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
MATTERS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Marcott asked that Consent Agenda Item F be removed from the
Consent Agenda for further discussion.
F. COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-156 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A BID
FOR DEMOLITION SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE FEMA BUY-OUT
PROGRAM. Mr. Gordon Island, Purchasing Officer
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Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Marcott, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-156.
Councilmember Marcott expressed his concerns regarding some of the vacant lots in
the Corrigan Subdivision that have had structures demolished and still have not had the
proper clean-up or dress -up of the lots.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, advised that the demolition contracts have been tighten since
some of the first structures were demolished. Some of the earlier contracts did not
require specific clean up work to be done. Some of the things that still need to be done
such as the gas lines are falling within the purview of the utility companies. The City will
continue to pursue them aggressively to get their part of the project completed. Mr.
Eisen also advised that the first cycle of mowing of the vacant residential lots started
today.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
NEW BUSINESS
With concurrence of Council, Mayor Reid moved to the Item No. 15.
COUNCIL ACTION — APPROVAL OF SITE CONCEPT PLAN FOR PROPOSED
VETERAN'S MEMORIAL PARK. Mr. Ed Hersh, Parks and Recreation Director.
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
approve the site concept plan for the proposed Veteran's Memorial Park as presented
for use on City property.
Bill Berger, President of the American Hero Foundation, stated that several members of
the Foundation are in the audience as well as members from the Rotary Club. Mr.
Berger gave a presentation of the concept plan for the proposed Memorial Park Project.
This project is estimated to cost approximately $2.2 million. In closing he stated now
there is a drawing, a plan, and the amount for the Project, and now the Foundation can
start raising the funds for the project.
Mayor Reid stated Pearland Parkway is great location. He also stated that every
member on Council has served in the Military.
Additional discussion ensued between Council, and Mr. Berger regarding the Veterans
Memorial Park Project.
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Terrie Morgan, American Hero Foundation & Pearland Rotary Club, addressed Council
and stated it has been an experience to work on this committee. It has been a
collaborative effort between four organizations that are coming together to present
something really great for the City which includes the Pearland Historical Society,
Rotary Club, City Parks and Recreation Department and .the Pearland V.F.W. This
Project will bring a lot of pride to the City as well as honor to those that have served. In
closing Ms. Morgan asked the Council for their support of the project.
Naomi Stevens, Shadycrest Street, stated she is a part of this effort to help raise the
money. There is a place for everybody there. The various organizations can have their
names displayed at the Veteran's Memorial Park. The Rotary Club has given the first
$10,000. Ms. Stevens thanked the Councilmembers that are Veterans for serving our
Country. In closing Ms. Stevens asked for Council's support.
Bill Berger, stated with Council's approval the Foundation will move forward with the
fund raising. A brochure has been designed and is ready to go to press, a firm has
been selected that is experienced with fund raising and that will be a great help with the
fund raising effort.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
With concurrence of Council, Mayor Reid moved back to the Item No. 1 on the agenda.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. 2002-148 -A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE.. CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, APPROVING WORK
AUTHORIZATION #12 SUPPLEMENT #1 FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE PEARLAND MOBILITY AND DRAINAGE BOND PROGRAM.
Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-148.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the proposed action relates to further engineering
design on Walnut Street. The Council will recall that one of the projects in the Bond
program is the improvement of Walnut Street from Houston to Veterans. The specific
work that is being considered is plan specification estimates, a traffic design, and also a
storm water design for the project. The proposed subcontractor is Lockwood, Andrews
and Newnam, Inc.
Jean Rader, 2626 O'Day Road, addressed Council and stated she is concerned
specifically with the Resolution No. 2002-148. Ms. Rader further stated in reviewing the
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resolution's exhibit it seems to be a request on behalf of Turner, Collie, and Braden for
more money out of the Drainage Bond Program. Ms. Rader asked if Resolution No.
2002-148 was for drainage or transportation? In closing Ms. Rader stated if Resolution
No. 2002-148 has anything to do with the Pearland Mobility Drainage Bond Program
she protest additional money being paid out on this project until everyone can sit down,
and there is a Hatfield Road Committee that can discuss the issue. She also reported
there was a presentation by Turner, Collie and Braden, but no contact has been made
to meet with anyone from the Committee. On behalf of the Hatfield Committee she is
making the request for a meeting with City Officials.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, explained that there are two different parts of the Bond
program. There is the Drainage and the Road Construction. The funding is out of the
road project portion of the bond program not the drainage portion.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No". None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-607 - AN `ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING 4.951 ACRES, A-219 OF THE
HT&BRR COMPANY SURVEY, TRACT 10A, RECORDED IN VOLUME (88) 570,
PAGE 393, OF THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS
(APPLICATION NO. 1061) (1617 GARDEN ROAD) FROM CLASSIFICATION
SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SD) TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (M-
1) AT THE REQUEST OF, THOMAS K. STONEMAN AND BETTY STONEMAN,
AGENT FOR TEXAS UNDERGROUND, INC., OWNERS, PROVIDING FOR AN
AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive Director of
Community Services.
Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
table Ordinance No. 509-607 (Application No. 1061) to allow Staff to discuss with the
Applicant the possibility of applying for a Planned Unit Development.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve (Application No. 1061).
Cynthia Pate, 1622 Garden Road, addressed Council and stated she is concerned
about the noise from the tools and machines, the large amount of truck traffic, the
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honking of the horns from the trucks, and living with a crunched mail box. For all those
reasons she is opposed to this land use.
Brief discussion ensued between Council and Staff regarding the proposed land use
change. After the discussion Council recommended tabling this action to allow Staff to
discuss the possibility of a Planned Unit Development with the applicant.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" Councilmember Viktorin.
Motion Passed 4 to 1.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-608 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AND GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR
OUTSIDE STORAGE, ON THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY, BEING 4.9990 ACRES,
BEING THE SOUTH 1/2 OF LOT 3, AND 4.990 ACRES BEING THE NORTH 1/2 OF
LOT 3 OF THE ALLISON RICHEY GULF COAST HOME COMPANY SUBURBAN
GARDENS SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 19, H.T.& B.R.R. COMPANY SURVEY, A-
243, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 2, PAGES 23-
24, PLAT RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (APPLICATION
1064)(SPECIFIC USE NO. 112) (1805 CULLEN BOULEVARD TO 1855 CULLEN �--
BOULEVARD) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT (SD) TO
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT - SPECIFIC USE (C(S)) AT THE REQUEST OF GIL
ALLISON, AGENT FOR ALLISON INVESTMENTS, OWNERS, PROVIDING FOR AN
AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive Director of
Community Services.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-608 (Application No. 1064)(Specific Use No. 112) on its
first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve (Application No. 1064)(Specific Use No. 112).
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the proposed zoning change will allow for bringing in
an existing business in to conformance with regard to outside storage that is utilized as
part of the business.
Councilmember Tetens asked what is going to be stored outside.
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Gil Allison, Agent for Allison Investments, stated he would not be asking for a Specific
Use Permit if there was not a R-1 residence against his property. He stated according
to the City rules he has to ask for Specific Use Permit to continue conducting his
business as he has in the past. He further stated he is not adding anything to his
property. Currently, outside he has three containers that he has stuff stored in them,
there is a fenced in area that he has heavy equipment stored in that he personally and
his tenants uses. He further stated he does not have any water or sewer from the City
and he cannot continue what he is doing.
Brief discussion ensued between Council and Mr. Allison regarding the land use
change.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, and Viktorin.
Voting "No" Councilmember Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 1.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-609 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING 0.6740 ACRES, OUT OF THE
H.T.& B.R.R. COMPANY SURVEY, A-546, BRAZORIA COUNTY OFFICIAL
RECORDS, BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (APPLICATION NO. 1062)(3806 HARKEY
ROAD) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SD) TO
OFFICE PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT (OP) AT THE REQUEST OF BENNIE R.___
MORGAN, AGENT FOR ELIZABETH M. BAINS, OWNER, PROVIDING FOR AN
AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive Director of
Community Services.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-609 (Application No. 1062) on its first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to deny Application No. 1062.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the intent of this lane use change is to allow for the
conversion of an existing residential structure into a Day Care facility. The Planning and
Zoning Commission has recommended denial and as a result of that a three-quarter
vote by Council will be required to approve the request. One of the issues of concern to
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the Planning and Zoning Commission was that a similar type of use would be allowed in
the residential zoning, with a Specific Use Permit approved by the City Council. That
was a major factor in the consideration of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr.
Eisen further stated it is his understanding that the Applicant has filed an application for
a Specific Use Permit in the event that this land use change is not approved.
Brief discussion ensued between Council regarding this land use change.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Viktorin and Owens.
Voting "No" Councilmembers Tetens, Marcott and Seeger.
Motion Failed 3 to 2.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-610 - AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 509, THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING 527.062
ACRES OUT OF THE D.H.M HUNTER SURVEY, A-76, BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS,
A-36 HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, H.T.& B.R.R. SURVEY, A-233, BRAZORIA COUNTY,
TEXAS; 15.755 ACRES, LOTS 30-32, 39, AND 40, AND 6 ACRES OUT OF LOTS 42
AND 43 WALCOTT'S SUBDIVISION, BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS; (OLD ALVIN
ROAD AT MCHARD ROAD) (APPLICATION NO. 1052) FROM CLASSIFICATION
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) TO PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AN
AMENDMENT TO REMOVE THE GOLF COURSE AT THE REQUEST OF KERRY
GILBERT & ASSOCIATES, AGENT FOR BEAZER HOMES U.S.A., OWNERS,
PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE
DATE; AND OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY BECAUSE THE NEED TO REGULATE LAND USE INURES TO
THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC AND, THEREFORE, BEARS DIRECTLY UPON THE
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE CITIZENRY. Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive
Director of Community Services.
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-610 (Application No. 1052) on its and only first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve Application No. 1052.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated Beazer Homes had initially come to the City Council
requesting zoning on this property two years ago. At the time the Plan called for the
construction of a golf course. For various reasons that golf course will not be built at
this point and time. The area that previously would have been a golf course will now
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include open space and lakes.
Councilmember Tetens stated that originally this subdivision was laid out with 770 lots
and could have up to 800. Now they are asking for 835 lots. This does increase the
density, however, the good side is less R -4's and more R -2's. The City is getting an
upgraded subdivision even though you are getting more residents in it.
Councilmember Marcott asked if the out -partial on Old Alvin has been obtained.
Dan Olsen, Beazer Homes, stated he was not able to get the out -partial.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-615 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING 40 ACRES, LOCATED IN THE
F.B. DRAKE SURVEY, H. T. & B. R.R. COMPANY SURVEY, SECTION 14, A-509,
BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (APPLICATION NO. 1050)(NORTHEAST CORNER OF
HARKEY AND BAILEY ROAD) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN
DEVELOPMENT (SD) TO PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AT THE
REQUEST OF PETER BOESCHER, AGENT FOR KIRBY RUN AND ASSOCIATES,
INC., OWNERS, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT
MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY. CLAUSE, -AN K .;
EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT.
Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive Director of Community Services.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-615 (Application No. 1050) on its first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve Application No. 1050.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this property is located at the northeast corner of
Harkey and Bailey. There were some concerns expressed by the neighbors in the area.
It is his understanding the Developer has met with those neighbors and incorporated
some of those concerns into the revised documents that the Developer has submitted.
Peter Boecher, 515 Post Oak Boulevard, addressed Council and stated that Mr. Nys the
developer of the property has spent considerable time, meeting and contacting the
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home owners in response to their initial comments in the Joint Public Hearing. It is the
developer decision to further limit the permitted retail uses in the Neighbor Services
District. Specifically, convenience stores and gas stations are now prohibited in that
district. The second point with regard to the residential portion of the Planned Unit
Development is trying to change the typical lot shape and provide more common open
space.
Additional discussion ensued between Council, Mr. Boecher and Mr. Nys, regarding the
Planned Unit Development.
Councilmember Tetens stated he likes the layout of the development, but does not like
that fifty percent is R -3's and fifty percent is R-2 lots. He further stated a large portion is
R-3 lots and is against that much density.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, and Viktorin.
Voting "No" Councilmember Tetens.
Motion Passed 4 to 1.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-611 - AN' ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING LOT 8 OF . BETHEL
SUBDIVISION SECTION 1, BRAZORIA COUNTY, RECORDED IN VOLUME 19,
PAGES 223-224 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS
(APPLICATION NO. 1059) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT (SD) TO ESTATE LOT SINGLE FAMILY DISTRICT (RE) AT THE
REQUEST OF JOSEPHINE SAM, OWNER, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF
THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples, Executive Director of Community
Services.
Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-611 (Application No. 1059) on its first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve Application No. 1059.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this land use change if approved would allow for the
construction of one single-family home.
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Upon concurrence from the City Attorney, Mayor Reid stated the following three items
will be read and acted upon together.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-612 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING ROBIN COVE SUBDIVISION
SECTION 2, A-234, H.T.& B.R.R. COMPANY SURVEY, BLOCK 1, LOT 10,
ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 19, PAGE 185 OF
THE PLAT RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (APPLICATION NO. 1060)
FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SD) TO SINGLE
FAMILY DISTRICT (R-1) AT THE REQUEST OF RICTOR AND CAROLINE HARRIS
OWNERS, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE
DATE AND OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples,
Executive Director of Community Services.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-613 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING BLOCK 1, LOT 76,
SOMERSETSHIRE ESTATES A-304 H.T.& B.R.R. (9622 CAMELOTS COURT)
(APPLICATION NO. 1063) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT (SD) TO SINGLE FAMILY DISTRICT (R-1) AT THE REQUEST OF SANTOS
CRUZ, OWNER, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT
MAP; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN
EFFECTIVE DATE AND OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr.
Tobin Maples, Executive Director of Community Services.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-614 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509,
THE LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING 48.2221 ACRES, BEING ALL OF
TRACT 1 AND A PORTION OF TRACT 2, OF THE B.M. JAMISON TRACT, SITUATED
IN SECTION 1 OF THE A.C.H. & B. SURVEY, A-147, AND THE T.D. YOCUM
SURVEY, A-399, BRAZORIA COUNTY TEXAS (JOHN LIZER AT PEARLAND
PARKWAY)(APPLICATION NO. 1051)FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS DISTRICT (SDB) TO SINGLE FAMILY DISTRICT (R-1)
AT THE REQUEST OF KEN CAFFEY, AGENT, FOR AMVEST PROPERTIES, INC.,
OWNERS, PROVIDING FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE
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DATE AND OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Tobin Maples,
Executive Director of Community Services.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-612 (Application No. 1060), Ordinance No. 509-613
(Application No. 1063) and Ordinance No. 509-614 (Application No. 1051) on their first
reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to Council to approve Application Nos. 1060, 1063 and 1051.
Ken Caffey, 1013 North Amy, addressed Council regarding Ordinance No. 509-614
(Application No. 1051). Mr. Caffey stated he has been before the Council a couple of
times on this same property. Previously Amvest requested R-2 and then went back to
the Planning and Zoning Commission and requested the R-1. The main thing
considered is the zoning around the property. To the south is R-3 and to the east is
General Business and to the west is R-2, therefore, he feels that R-1 is over justified,
but is willing to go to R-1 zoning.
Councilmember Tetens stated he hopes Amvest does a good job on the layout of the
R -1's in order to make a decent looking subdivision with rio""cookie cutter" homes.
Robert D. Burgess, 2704 Pine Cone Lane, Council regarding Ordinance No. 509-614
(Application No. 1051). He stated he owns property adjacent to the tract that is being
considered for rezoning, and he is in support of the land use change to R-1.
Brief discussion ensued between Council, Mr. Caffey and Mr. Burgess 'regarding the
Amvest Development as well as the streets in and out of the proposed subdivision and
the access to Pearland Parkway.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-151 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
WITH VMC PARTNERS, LTD. FOR COST SHARING ASSOCIATED WITH
EXTENSION OF PEARLAND PARKWAY. Mr. John Hargrove, City Engineer.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-151.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated if a developer develops a piece of property adjacent to
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a road shown on the proposed Thoroughfare Plan and that road does not exist in its
proposed final configuration the developer is responsible for either constructing half of
-_ that roadway at the time of development, or escrowing the funds so it can be built at
some time in the future. In this particular circumstance, the developer has chosen to go
forward with the construction of the appropriate section of Pearland Parkway. There are
some things the City would like to see oversized in conjunction with this project more
specifically any drainage requirements in the area. The cost to the City of the over
sizing at this time is $22,885. The agreement Council is considering this evening would
set forth all the terms and circumstances of that over sizing agreement.
Councilmember Marcott asked about future water and sewer line in that area as it
progresses toward Dixie Farm Road?
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the Developer under the Thoroughfare Plan is required
to construct the road. If developer further down wanted water and sewer service for
their facility they would be required to extend the service if it was not extended by this
developer.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-154 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
WITH R H OF TEXAS, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP FOR THE EXTENSION OF
SCHLEIDER DRIVE. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager. -
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-154.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this is similar situation to the last agreement. This is on
Schleider Drive. In this particular circumstance one side of the proposed extension has
already been developed, therefore, it would be the City's responsibility to build the other
half of the street. This agreement that is being considered as in the last case sets forth
the provisions for the City paying half of the cost of the already developed side and the
Developer paying the other half of the cost. The right-of-way in this case already exists
and has for sometime. The City's share for constructing half of the cost of the
improvements is approximately $116,609.65.
Brief discussion ensued between Councilmember Marcott and City Manager Bill Eisen
regarding the need for a road that will connect to Barry Rose.
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Mr. Eisen gave a brief overview of the Thoroughfare Plan and stated if the Council
desires the City could pursue Plum Street or Orange Street to be cut through to Barry
Rose.
City Engineer, John Hargrove, reported that the plat has been approved. The Traffic
Impact Analysis showed the traffic to Pearland Parkway, through the extension of
Orange Street.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-150 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
WITH PT&T, LTD. FOR THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY ASSOCIATED WITH THE
WEST MARY'S CREEK DETENTION PROJECT. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by ' Councilmember Tetens, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-150.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this proposed agreement provides for the acquisition of
two tracts of land that are located near West Mary's Creek. One tract of land would be
used for a detention facility. A combination of detention for the development that will
occur as part of the project proposed by JNB & R and the second part of the detention
usage would be involved is the overall detention facility to be built on this tract of land
would be tied into the. West Mary's Creek detention facility. Which is one of the facilities
to be funded by the Bond Issue approved by voters last year. The second tract of land
addressed in this agreement would be a section of right-of-way needed for -a future
extension of Magnolia Drive.
Brief discussion ensued between Council and Mr. Eisen regarding the funding of the
project.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — APPROVAL OF CONCEPT PLAN FOR PROPOSED
ZYCHLINSKI/OLD TOWN SITE PARK. Mr. Ed Hersh, Parks and Recreation Director.
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Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve the concept plan for proposed Zychlinski/Old Townsite Park.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, gave a brief history of the Zychlinski/Old Townsite Park
project. He also stated that the Pearland Historical Society is still in support of the
design configuration as presented to Council.
John Mark, 1117 Nancy, addressed Council and stated he appreciated Luther
Cunningham being present for the meeting. Mr. Cunningham is the First Vice President
of the Pearland Historical Society. Mr. Mark reported this item has been discussed by
the Historical Society for the last five years. He further stated Mr. Hersh, Parks and
Recreation Director, presented the concept plan and the drawings to the Executive
Committee and they were unanimous in the approval of the plan. Two things the
Historical Society would like to see when the park is open. One being a memorial of
some sort to the "Townsite residents" the pioneers of this town. Second is place a time
capsule down at the time the park is dedicated. We would have history from 1894 to
present placed in the time capsule.
Additional discussion ensued between Council, Mr. Eisen and Ed Hersh, regarding the
concept plan and drawing.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2002-155 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF-PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING. THE CITY'S_
PARTICIPATION IN A FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE MYKAWA ROAD AND BRIDGE PROJECT. Mr. Bill
Eisen, City Manager.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-155.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this item dates back a few years ago, when the City and
TxDOT entered into an agreement for improvements to Mykawa Road including
construction of a bridge as well as some roadway improvements. Mr. Eisen also
reported on some additional increases in costs that TxDOT has indicated to the City.
Project Manager, Joe Wertz, gave a brief presentation to Council regarding the changes
in cost of the project to the City.
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Brief discussion ensued between Council, Mr. Eisen, and Mr. Wertz regarding the
Mykawa Road project.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — REMOVE FROM TABLE ORDINANCE NO. 1072. City Council.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
remove Ordinance No. 1072 from the table.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 11012'— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, WAIVING THE
ENCROACHMENT OF LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS AND A GAZEBO INTO THE
CITY'S RIGHTS -OF WAY OF MAGNOLIA ESTATES BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF
PEARLAND. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 1072 on its first and only reading.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated these proposed encroachments are a gazebo that
would be at the entrance to a subdivision and also the area within the median would be
raised by thirty inches as well, and a median column along with the gazebo would be
installed.
Reid Johnson, MDE Properties, Inc. gave a brief presentation regarding the median
column and the gazebo that would be installed at the entrance of their subdivision.
Discussion ensued between Councilmember Marcott and Mr. Johnson regarding the
types of trees being proposed in the plans. Councilmember Marcott asked Mr. Johnson
to consider a variety of trees, because he would hate to see them loose the same type
of trees to disease as they did in the mid -west with Dutch Elm disease.
Mr. Johnson stated he will consider the recommendation and will check with the Park's
department regarding their recommendation of trees.
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Brief discussion ensued between Councilmember Viktorin and City Attorney Darrin
Coker regarding the City's liability to have a gazebo placed on City property. Mr. Coker
advised there are protective covenants that have to be executed by the person
requesting the waiver. There is a quite lengthy clause that is in bold that they have to
agree and sign. It is a wavier and hold harmless agreement with an indemnity provision
as well. If the City is sued or a third party is involved in the lawsuit the City would be
indemnified.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2002-153 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, DESIGNATING
REPRESENTATIVES TO THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL 2003
GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Mr. Darrin Coker, City
Attorney.
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2002-153 appointing Mayor Reid as Representative and
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens as Alternate Representative to the General Assembly of the
Houston Galveston Area Council for the year 2003
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — REGARDING THE CASTING OF VOTES FOR THE TEXAS
MUNICIPAL LEAGUE INTERGOVERNMENTAL RISK POOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ELECTION. Mayor Tom Reid.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to cast
the City's vote for Place 1 Robert T. Herrera, City Manager, City of LaPorte (Region 14),
Place 2 Makia Epie, Councilmember, City of Cedar Hill (Region 13), Place 3 Wayne
Collins, Mayor, City of Dimmitt (Region 2) and Place 4 Rickey C. Childers, City
Manager, City of Longview (Region 5) to serve on the Texas Municipal League
Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board of Trustees.
Mayor Reid stated there are two Risk Boards with the Texas Municipal League. One is
for Medical, Life and Dental Insurance and the other is for Workers' Compensation and
Liability. Mayor Reid reviewed the ballot with Council regarding the election of members
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for Places 1-4 on the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool (Workers'
Compensation, Property and Liability) Board of Trustees.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1080 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING A
TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR THE
LOCATION OF BUSINESSES ESTABLISHED FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING
EIGHT -LINER MACHINES. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 1080 on its first and only reading.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, gave a brief overview of what an Eight -Liner machine is stating
it looks similar to a slot machine. He further stated those kinds of machines are not
illegal in the State of Texas but they can be used illegally if they violate State Gambling
Statues. There have been a number of circumstances in the State where these kinds of
machines in establishments that are for the playing of these machines have been used
illegally. Mr. Eisen stated he wants to emphize that nobody is saying they are being
used illegally in the City at this point. There is no evidence to indicate that. There are
two establishments and a third on the way. This is a good time to review the City's
ordinances that relate to these kinds of uses. The City will take time and look at the
uses and the types of restrictions that may need to be placed on the machine What is
being proposed is a moratorium on any new Eight -Liner establishments going into the
City until there has been an opportunity to review everything.
City Attorney, Darrin Coker, stated he is going to recommend a two-pronged means of
enforcement. One is through the Land Use Ordinance by regulating the location of
such establishments and also requiring such be only granted through a Specific Use
Permit. The second means of enforcement would be through a actual regulation
ordinance that would require the registration of such machines, all machines whether a
single machine in a convenience store or actual establishment for the purpose of
operating these machines. The machines would have to registered also pay any tax or
fees that will associated with the machines. Mr. Coker further stated as Mr. Eisen
stated the City cannot prohibit the machines but the City can regulate the location of
businesses.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
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Motion Passed 5 to 0.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Council adjourned into Executive Session under Texas Government Code at 10:30 p.m.
to discuss the following:
EXECUTIVE SESSION UNDER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE
1. SECTION 551.074 — PERSONNEL MATTERS: REGARDING
APPOINTMENTS TO SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS. City Council.
2. SECTION '551.072 — DISCUSSION WITH CITY ATTORNEY —
REGARDING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR A FUTURE
FIRE/POLICE STATION. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
Council returned from Executive Session at 11:25 p.m.
COUNCIL ACTION — REGARDING APPOINTMENTS TO SERVE ON THE ZONING
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS. City Council.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
appoint Dale Pillow to term beginning September 2002 expiring April 2004, Richard
Cimprich will be reappointed beginning September 2002 expiring April 2004, Anne
Talbot will be appointed to un -expired term expiring April 2003 and appointment Willard
Briley from Alternate member to Regular Board Member for a term beginning
September 2002 expiring April 2004:
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — INSTRUCTION TO THE CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING THE
ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR A FUTURE FIRE/POLICE STATION.
City Council.
Council passed this item with no action taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 11:26 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this the 14th day of October, 2002.
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Tom Reid
Mayor
ATTEST:
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