2003-01-27 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTESMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON JANUARY 27, 2003, 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
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Others in attendance: Deputy City Manager Alan Mueller; Executive Director of
Community Services Tobin Maples; City Engineer John Hargrove; Public Affairs Liaison
Lynn Munford; Director of Finance Mary Ross; Parks & Recreation Director Interim Greg
Moore; Public Works Director Jerry Burns; Purchasing Officer Gordon Island; Project
Director Joe Wertz; Deputy City Secretary LaKeisha Cannon -Scott; Administrative
Analyst Chris Kidwell; Pearland Economic Development Marketing Manager Will
Benson.
The invocation was given by Councilmember Viktorin and the Pledge of Allegiance was
led by Councilmember Tetens.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Mayor Reid introduced former Councilmember Helen Beckman.
Helen Beckman addressed Council and stated she is currently a representative for
Keep Pearland Beautiful. Ms. Beckman invited Council to attend the gathering of
information for the Litter Index on February 8, 2003. She stated the Litter Index is to
help keep the Pearland Community clean and each year the coverage area is the same
in order to compare litter amounts in certain areas annually. Ms. Beckman stated Keep
Pearland Beautiful is trying to educate the community on litter control and this would
decrease the litter amount in Pearland. The Litter Index process will start at 7:30 a.m.
and end approximately 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2003. She stated Keep
Pearland Beautiful is currently working to improve the hike and bike trails in Pearland.
The Tour-De-Lites Bike Ride raised $847 to go towards the hike and bike trail fund.
She stated additional grants are currently being processed, raising the total hike and
bike trail fund to $6,609.55. Ms. Beckman stated the committee has a recommendation
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to the City for consideration in extending the hike and bike trail along Mykawa Road.
Mayor Reid reported on January 15 he attended the Brazoria County Cities Association
Meeting; January 16 he attended a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Home Depot and the
Gulf Coast Water Authority Board of Directors Meeting; January 18 he attended the
Adult Reading Center Annual Meeting, Adult Reading Center Board of Directors
Meeting, and the Volunteer Fire Department Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet;
January 20 he attended a Council Public Hearing; January 21 he attended the Houston
Galveston Area Council Board of Directors Meeting, School District ESL Graduation
Event, and the Library Board of Directors Meeting; January 22 he attended the
Alvin/Manvel Chamber of Commerce Meeting, Golf Crest Country Club Reception, and
met with Graig Sackett -Executive Director Brazoria County Partnership; January 23 he
attended the PISD Education Focus Conference; January 24 he attended the HGAC
Transportation Policy Council Board of Directors Meeting; January 25 he attended the
Council Workshop on planning.
COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS
Councilmember Tetens stated his concerns regarding additional traffic in the Shady
Crest Subdivision. He stated he feels the intersection of Yost, Broadway, and Shady
Crest should not be extended into the Shady Crest Subdivision. He requested a
Council Workshop for further discussion.
Councilmember Viktorin reported on January 11 he attended a Council Retreat; January
16 he attended the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Home Depot; January 25 he attended
a Workshop on zoning and land use.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens stated he also has concerns regarding the proposed extension
of Yost Road into the Shady Crest Subdivision and he opposes the proposed extension.
He invited the citizens to attend the State of the City on February 19, 2003 at 11:30
a.m., at the Golfcrest Country Club.
Councilmember Marcott reported on January 21 he attended the Barry Rose Public
Meeting. He stated the meeting gave the citizens an opportunity to get information on
the Barry Rose Project. He stated on January 24 he attended a Super Bowl Party given
by the Parks & Recreation Department for 5th -8 th grade community kids.
Councilmember Seeger reported on January 18 he attended the Volunteer Fire
Department Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet; January 25 he attended a Workshop
on zoning and land use.
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the Bailey Road Public Meeting would be on January
28, 2003, and the Yost Road Public Meeting on January 30, 2003. He stated the
purpose of the meetings is to inform the public with information regarding City projects
for Bailey Road and Yost Road. He stated that Ed Hersh Parks Director has resigned
from his position. The City currently has an open position for a new Parks Director.
CITIZENS
Misty Yarneau, 3705 Longherridge Drive, addressed Council and stated she is the new
President of Shady Crest Homeowners Association. She addressed her concerns
regarding traffic in the Shady Crest Subdivision. Ms. Yarneau stated due to district
changes Shady Crest Elementary has received an increase in students. She stated this
has caused an increase of traffic and speeding in the community. She further stated the
Shady Crest Homeowners Association hired off-duty police officers to patrol the area
and 33 stops were made during a 12 - hour patrol. She stated the community is
currently asking for the support of the City regarding funding for traffic improvement.
Ms. Yarneau further stated her concerns for the City's project on Yost Road.
Linda Cowls, 3412 Shady Crest, addressed Council and stated her concerns regarding
additional traffic in Shady Crest. She stated she is a member of the Shady Crest
Homeowners Association and is currently seeking some assistance with the increased
traffic in the area. She stated the Shady Crest Homeowners Association does not have
the funds available to handle the traffic concerns. Ms. Cowls stated the community paid
to have the area patrolled by police officers and feel they should not have to pay for this
service. She further stated her concerns about the Yost Road Project.
Michael Klaus, 5016 Groveton, addressed Council and stated he attended the City's
Zoning and Land Use Meeting and the Strategic Planning Meeting held the past week.
He stated his opinion of the Bond Program being placed on the City Goals for 2003. Mr.
Klaus further stated he would like Council to ensure the City's growth for the future by
having a good water supply in place.
DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARING: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the October 29, 2002, Public Hearing held at 7:30 p.m.
2. Minutes of the November 4, 2002, Joint Public Hearing held at 6:30 p.m.
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3. Minutes of the November 5, 2002, Joint Public Hearing held at 7:00 p.m.
4. Minutes of the January 6, 2003, Public Hearing held at 6:30 p.m.
5. Minutes of the January 6, 2003, Special Council Meeting held at 6:45 p.m.
6. Minutes of the January 13, 2003, Regular Council Meeting held at 7:30
p.m.
7. Minutes of the January 20, 2003, Special Meeting held at 6:00 p.m
B. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — SECOND AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1091 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, REVISING THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PEARLAND; UPDATING IMPACT
FEES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW; MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS;
PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND A REPEALER CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION, CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Alan Mueller, Deputy City Manager.
C. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — SUBDIVISION ACCEPTANCE
SHADOW CREEK RANCH — SCR SF -1. Mr. John Hargrove, City Engineer.
D. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — SUBDIVISION ACCEPTANCE
SHADOW CREEK RANCH — SCR VILLAGE 1. Mr. John Hargrove, City
Engineer.
E. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — SUBDIVISION ACCEPTANCE
SHADOW CREEK RANCH — SCR VILLAGE 5. Mr. John Hargrove, City
Engineer.
F. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2003-10 -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE GOALS PROMULGATED DURING
THE CITY'S 2003 ANNUAL PLANNING WORKSHOP. Mr. Bill Eisen, City
Manager.
Councilmember Tetens asked that Consent Agenda Item E be removed from the
Consent Agenda for further discussion.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
adopt Consent Agenda Items A through F, with the exception of item E, as presented on
the Consent Agenda.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
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Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
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MATTERS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Tetens asked that Consent Agenda Item E be removed from the
Consent Agenda for further discussion.
E. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — SUBDIVISION ACCEPTANCE
SHADOW CREEK RANCH — SCR VILLAGE 5. Mr. John Hargrove, City
Engineer.
This item was passed with no Council action taken, due to misplacement on the
Agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
COUNCIL ACTION — REMOVE FROM TABLE ORDINANCE NO. 509-631. City
Council.
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
remove Ordinance No. 509-631 from the table.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-631 - 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 11.64 ACRES, BEING A
PORTION OF LOT 178, ZYCHLINSKI SUBDIVISION, SECTION 28, H.T. & B.R.R.
COMPANY SURVEY, ABSTRACT 551, BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (APPLICATION
NO. 1073) (4501 DIXIE FARM ROAD) FROM CLASSIFICATION SUBURBAN
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SD) TO HEAVY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (M-2) AT THE
REQUEST OF, STEVE ROBINSON, AGENT FOR JESSE G. ZAMARRON, OWNER,
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 Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-631 (Application No. 1073) on its first reading.
Mayor Reid read into the record the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation
to forward to Council for approval of Application No. 1073.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated Council previously deferred action on the item due to
property being occupied prior to the owner having the correct zoning of the property.
Councilmember Marcott stated he has some concerns and questions to address to the
owner of the property concerning the City's codes and regulations. He stated the owner
did not conform to City regulations and he has some reservations about considering the
owner's application.
Jesse Zamarron, owner of the property, addressed Council and stated he has been
currently educated about the City's codes and regulations. He stated there was some
miscommunication with his tenant about having the correct permits while leasing the
property. Mr. Zamarron stated since the misunderstanding, he made the tenant
relocate due to breaking City codes. He stated it did take a while before his tenant was
able to completely move out, but now the property is currently cleared and unoccupied.
He stated he wishes to clean up the property and get it rezoned for development.
Councilmember Seeger stated he would support a M-1 rezoning, but would not support
a M-2 due to heavy industrial causing problems for the surrounding areas.
Lengthy discussion ensued among Council, Staff, and Mr. Zamarron regarding the
rezoning of the property.
Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Seeger, to
table Ordinance No. 509-631 (Application No. 1073) on its first reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Marcott and Seeger.
Voting "No" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, and Owens.
Motion Failed 3 to 2.
Further discussion ensued among Council regarding the land use zoning change.
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Mayor Reid called for a vote on the original motion to approve Ordinance No. 509-631
(Application No. 1073) on its first reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No Councilmember Seeger.
Motion Passed 4 to 1.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2003-8 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, APPROVING WORK
AUTHORIZATION #1 SUPPLEMENT #6 FOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND
PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PEARLAND
MOBILITY AND DRAINAGE BOND PROGRAM (MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
GROUP 2). Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
approve Resolution No. R2003-8 in the amount of $16,258.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this item is considering an agreement between the City
and Turner, Collie and Braden providing engineering services for the City's current road
projects. He further stated the amount for the engineering services would be $16,258.
Clarification of the contract date from January 7th to January 27th will be changed by City
Manager, Bill Eisen.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens stated his concerns about the program management and
construction services.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, clarified the original contract and the percentages entered into
the contract. He stated Council would receive contracts on a case by case basis due to
the extent of the services provided by Turner, Collie and Braden.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2003-9 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, RATIFYING AN EMERGENCY
EXPENDITURE FOR THE REHABILITATION OF THE MCLEAN WATER WELL. Mr.
Jerry Burns, Public Works Director.
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Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2003-9 in the amount of $74,562.83.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this item is for consideration of emergency repairs to
the.water pump station. He stated the total cost of the project would be $74,562.83.
Councilmember Marcott asked about the other water wells.
Public Works Director, Jerry Burns, gave a brief explanation of the wells conditions.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens asked about the budgeted amounts listed for the project.
Public Works Director, Jerry Burns, gave a brief explanation of the listed amounts.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. 2003-4 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
WITH PEARLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR IMPROVEMENTS --
ASSOCIATED WITH ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
This item was passed with no Council action taken.
COUNCIL ACTION — REGARDING THE BARRY ROSE PROJECT. Mr. Alan Mueller,
Deputy City Manager.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens to
approve the Barry Rose Project road alignment, as presented by Staff.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the staff and citizens have been discussing the Barry
Rose Project. He stated this item is asking for clarification on certain items of the Barry
Rose Project.
Deputy City Manager, Alan Mueller, stated there are three items for discussion. The first
item is the alignment of the road, the second item is funding of the fence replacement,
and the third item is recommendation for traffic study before completion of the road. He
further stated staff recommends the road be centered and there is no current
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recommendation regarding fencing due to the noise study conducted in the area. Mr.
Mueller stated the citizens are concerned with London Court becoming the focal point
for cross-thru traffic. He stated during the Public Meeting several comments were made
from the citizens regarding flooding, drainage, and sidewalks.
Brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the fence replacement.
During the discussion cost estimates, and funding determined the fence replacement
would be decided once the road was completed.
Deputy City Manager, Alan Mueller, stated the next concern is the alignment of the
road.
Council stated the road should be centered on the right-of-way.
Deputy City Manager, Alan Mueller, stated the third concern is the potential traffic
added due to the new road.
Brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff regarding options of conducting a
traffic study for the area.
Council agreed the traffic study should not take place until the completion of the road
and during that time solutions for any traffic concerns would take place.
Additional discussion ensued among Council and Staff regarding citizens' comments
and concerns during the Public Meeting including concerns about streetlights along the
road.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No". None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2003-13 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, SUPPORTING THE CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED
STEERING COMMITTEE IN ITS EFFORT TO REQUEST FEMA FUNDS FOR "FLOOD
INSURANCE RATE MAPS (FIRM) MAP UPDATE AND REMAPPING IN FORT BEND,
BRAZORIA, AND GALVESTON COUNTIES. Mr. John Hargrove, City Engineer.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
approve Resolution No. R2003-13.
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Michael Klaus, 5016 Groveton, addressed Council and stated he attended a workshop a
few weeks ago regarding drainage projects. He stated he did meet with people from the
Steering Committee and during that time he experienced the clearing process of Clear
Creek. He stated a boat made to clear debris and broken trees is currently clearing - -
Clear Creek. He stated the boat is able to maneuver in the creek .and the project is
working
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated this resolution details the Cities along Clear Creek
requesting funding from FEMA to do flood plain map updating for the Clear Creek area.
He stated if FEMA does provide the funding for this project that further funding may be
provided in future projects.
Councilmember Marcott stated he supports the resolution and the City needs to get the
process started.
A brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff regarding the proposed resolution
and the funding.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens, Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2003-11 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY - -
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH ADP,
HOUSTON, TEXAS, FOR PAYROLL, DATA COLLECTION, AND TIME &
ATTENDANCE SERVICES. Ms. Mary Ross, Director of Finance.
Councilmember Viktorin made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2003-11 in the amount of $37,738.96.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the Payroll Department is currently outsourcing some of
their functions which would help the workload for the Finance Department.
Discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the current workload and how
this proposed resolution would help the Finance Department.
Director of Finance, Mary Ross, stated there are a large number of projects currently
taking place and some new ones are scheduled for the future. She stated outsourcing
some of the workload would ensure the work is processed timely and correctly. She
further stated long-term capital projects would be the targeted area for outsourcing.
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Brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning outsourcing finance
projects.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - REGARDING THE PARTICIPATION IN THE INTELLIGENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS). Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tem Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Seeger, to
approve Intelligent Transportation System in the amount of $25,000.00.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, gave a brief explanation of the Transtar System. He stated the
system would allow the City to better provide video information for the Police
Department from remote locations throughout the City. Mr. Eisen stated this system
would help in the monitoring process. He further stated the cost of the system would
partially be paid for by Federal and TxDOT grants and the remainder by the City.
A brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the Intelligent
Transportation System.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2003-12 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH C. L. DAVIS,
FOR SURVEYING SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE FITE ROAD WATER AND
SEWER PROJECT. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Councilmember Marcott made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2003-12 in the amount of $33,000.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the resolution refers to additional surveying services for
Fite Road.
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Discussion ensued among Council and Staff regarding the proposed surveying
services.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Marcott, Owens Viktorin, and Tetens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION — REMOVE FROM TABLE ORDINANDE NO. 509-623. City
Council.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Viktorin, to
remove Ordinance No. 509-623 from the table.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Tetens, Viktorin, Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-623 - 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 THE NORTH
80 FEET OF LOT 1 AND LOT 12, BLOCK G, PEARLAND TOWNSITE, ACCORDING
TO THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 29, PAGE 41, OF THE DEED
RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS (SPECIFIC USE APPLICATION NO.
120) (ORANGE STREET, BETWEEN GRAND AVENUE AND PARK AVENUE) -FROM
CLASSIFICATION GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (GB) TO GENERAL BUSINESS
DISTRICT (GB) SPECIFIC USE (GB(S)) FOR A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING (DUPLEX)
ON EACH LOT WITH THE STIPULATION IF CONSTRUCTION IS NOT STARTED
WITHIN TWO YEARS OF RECEIVING THIS SPECIFIC USE PERMIT BY CITY
COUNCIL THEN THE SPECIFIC USE PERMIT WOULD EXPIRE AT THE REQUEST
OF SAENZ DEVELOPMENT, AGENT FOR TOMMY S. DAWSON, 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.
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Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 509-623 (Specific Use Application No. 120) on its second and
final reading.
City Manager, Bill Eisen, stated the item was discussed previously by Council and that
additional information regarding the Specific Use Application was requested during that
time.
Mayor Reid read into the record a letter from Mr. Suttle. I am Howard Suttle and live at
2111 North Park, Pearland, Texas. I feel we should check on the drainage in this area.
When we have heavy rains some of my neighbors have flooding problems. Sorry I
cannot appear in person at the council meeting, but I do not drive at night. Thank you.
Alma Nolan, 2106 North Galveston, addressed Council and stated she is concerned
about the drainage problem in her area. She stated she would like to see a solution to
the problem before more is done.
Carlos Saenz, 5921 Sawyer Drive, addressed Council and stated his committee would
like to request a meeting with Council regarding drainage in his area. Mr. Saenz
passed out calculations of the detention in his area. He stated he would also like to
meet with the City Engineer.
City Engineer, John Hargrove, discussed the calculations.
Brief discussion ensued among Council and Staff regarding the detention and
calculations.
Councilmember Tetens ask about the current zoning of the property.
Executive Director of Community Services, Tobin Maples, stated the property was
zoned prior to a certain date causing it to be exempt from the new area requirements.
He stated the property would have to meet the building set backs and it would go before
ZBA before being approved.
Additional discussion ensued among Council and Staff concerning the Specific Use
Permit and drainage concerns.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Marcott, and Seeger.
Voting "No" Councilmembers Tetens and Viktorin.
Motion Passed 3 to 2.
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OTHER BUSINESS: None
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this 10th day of February A.D.,
2003.
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Tom Reid
Mayor
ATTEST:
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