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1995-10-23 CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING MEETING MINUTES - 6:00PM:)4 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TERAS, HELD ON OCTOBER 23, 1995, AT 6:00 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TERAS The hearing was called to order with the following present: Mayor Mayor Pro Tem/Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember City Manager City Attorney City Secretary Tom Reid Richard Tetens Jerry Richardson Kevin Cole Randy Weber Helen Beckman Paul Grohman Amy McCullough Yolanda Benitez Others in attendance: Assistant City Manager Richard Burdine, Police Chief Mike Hogg, and City Engineer John Hargrove. PURPOSE OF THE HEARING: To consider the proposed annexation of 843.7 acres of land located in the 518 West Corridor. NUMBER SIGNING ATTENDANCE ROSTER: 54 STAFF REVIEW OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION Mayor Tom Reid stated that the purpose of the hearing was "to consider the proposed annexation of 843.7 acres of land located in the 518 West Corridor". He noted that several very important questions had been raised at the previous public hearing and that every attempt was going to be made to address those questions. Councilmember Weber read the service plan in its entirety. City Manager Paul Grohman explained the method used for the configuration of the proposed annexation area. He noted that, by State Law, a minimum strip of 1,000 feet is required. Mr. Grohman further explained that rather than simply take a 1,000 foot strip which would cut property lines and in some cases, cut buildings and subdivisions, the City had followed the subdivision lines and/or property lines in order to arrive at a more realistic capacity for servicing the area. Mayor Reid provided some previous annexation history for the City of Pearland which had taken place in 1959-60 and noted this area will eventually be the "mature" Pearland. City Manager Grohman provided answers to questions which had been raised at the previous public hearing held on October 9, 1995, as follows: 1) The taxable value of the entire proposed annexation area is $16,129,720 which will bring approximately $112,101, less any exemptions, to the City. 2) There are approximately 135 homes in the proposed area and assuming 3 people per household, at the per capita cost of $370.70, the City would spend $150,134 or $37,000 more than the taxable value of the area. 95 3) There has never been a request made by the City of Pearland staff or administration for the Brazoria County Appraisal District to re -appraise properties in the proposed annexation area. 4) The average total City tax will be about $600 per year. The tax bills for the residents in the proposed annexation area will not come due until October, 1996, and will not be delinquent or accrue interest or penalties until February 1, 1997. 5) Regulations regarding livestock will continue as before the annexation; however, the number of animals cannot be increased without being above regulations. Noise and odor complaints from neighbors could result in code enforcement with regard to the nuisance ordinance. Swine are prohibited in the City; however, swine raising in the annexation area can continue as long as it does not create a health problem according to state statutes. 6) The water main on FM 518 will take approximately 9-12 months. Timeframe projection for ground storage tank in the area on Garden Road, which will service that area, will be about the same. 7) The connection costs for City water and sewer will be: (residential only) - 3/4" water meter with a tap on the main already in place is $100 for the meter, plus a $234 impact fee. Residential water service without a tap on the main is $275 tap fee or $234 impact fee or approximately $509. Residential sewer service with tap on main will run around $863 for the impact fee. 8) Unless there is a health hazard, the City has historically not forced people to tie on to water and sewer service unless they request it. If there is a health hazard, such as a septic system not working or a well contamination, then the City will make the people tie on to the water and/or sewer service against their will. 9) Zoning regulations would apply to the proposed annexation area. City Engineering Department regulates development in the flood -prone areas. City Building Department inspects construction for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, heating and air-conditioning, and fire codes. City Health Department enforces food handlers rules on places such as restaurants and day care facilities. Animal control regulations will also be enforced. Mayor Reid then opened the floor to those people who had signed up to speak. PERSONS WISHING TO GIVE INPUT 1. Allen Robinson - 6024 Lorrie Lane. Mr. Robinson requested information on why west Oaks Subdivision was not included in the proposed annexation area. City Manager Grohman explained that West Oaks had requested annexation since its inception. Mr. Robinson noted that the residents had previously invested money in their properties to provide water and sewer service r- and felt that they could provide these services cheaper than the City would be able to. He further noted that the annexation would be an added expense that they did not want and could not afford. He requested that the annexation be postponed as long as possible. 2. David Osteen - 5925 Gardenia. Mr. Osteen noted that he is praying for the Mayor and Council in their decision-making process regarding the proposed annexation, as he realizes it is a difficult decision they are faced with. 3. Clark Jordan - 6035 Gardenia. Mr. Jordan stated that he was in concurrence with Mr. Robinson and Mr. Osteen. He also y(6 noted that he was the resident who stated that the Tax Assessor in Angleton had said that he was pressured by the City of Pearland to re -assess property values in the proposed annexation area. City Manager Grohman reiterated that no one on his staff had contacted anyone with the County Tax Office regarding re -appraisals. Mr. Jordan stated that he is still against the annexation. Mayor Reid requested additional information concerning the Health Departments position on septic systems once they reach a stage of maturity. City Manager Grohman replied that he had no new information and reminded everyone that they have not forced anyone to tie on to water or sewer in the past 3 1/2 years. In response to an inquiry from the Mayor, City Manager Grohman noted that the MUD District is included because under State Law, a City must include a complete MUD District or none of it as part of the annexation area. Mayor Reid then opened the floor for additional persons who wished to speak with regard to the proposed annexation. 1. J. T. Taylor - 14635 Thelma Drive. Mr. Taylor inquired whether the "grandfather clause" would go on their property when they get ready to sell it or whether they have to change the property to City codes before selling. 2. Kathy Robinson - 6024 Lorrie Lane. Mrs. Robinson asked if the MUD District being taken in is located where the new Beltway 8 off -ramp is going to be. City Manager Grohman stated that it was not. He further noted that MUD #16 is anticipated to be almost all residential with the exception of some commercial property along FM 518. Mrs. Robinson also inquired as to when the Council would be voting on the annexation ordinance. It was noted that the ordinance would be read on its first of two required readings at the first meeting in November. Mrs. Robinson also requested assistance from the City with regard to the violence taking place in the Country Meadows Trailer Park. 3. Jeannie Savell - 4151 FM 518 West. Ms. Savell requested clarification concerning the water and sewer services, impact fees, and her responsibility with regard to these services, should she not wish to have them. City Manager Grohman noted that the residents tieing onto the service would pay a monthly charge, and the impact fee would be for the cost of the facility, such at the sewer treatment plant or the water production plant. He also noted that the $800+ impact fee would be due when the residents actually tie in to the system. Mr. Grohman stated that the fees must be reviewed every three years under Senate Bill 336 and they had previously been reduced since they are based on the cost of service. Ms. Savell requested confirmation that this would be the last public hearing required by law, and then there would be two readings of the ordinance at which time Council would vote, and Mr. Grohman stated that was so. 4. Ted Spradley - 5224 FM 518 West. Mr. Spradley made inquiries with regard to the operation of his business (automotive salvage). He requested information concerning the procedures he would have to follow. Assistant City Manager Richard Burdine responded that Mr. Spradley could apply for a zone change if his property was not in compliance at the time of annexation. Mr. Spradley also inquired about fees, permits required, application process, etc. with regard to his business. He then requested clarification on the timeframe for the water main installation and provisions which will be in place should the deadlines not be met for the installation process. City Manager Grohman provided him with the responses which included the fact that the residents have the right to file for de -annexation if services are not delivered within the proposed timeframe. 5. Bert Withers - 14819 Piper Road (Skyway Manor). Mr. Withers stated that he is one of approximately 10 flyers who use a local runway and inquired whether they would be in violation of the noise regulation. City Manager Grohman stated that if they are not in violation of the State Law, then they will not be in violation of the City Noise Ordinance. QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD: There was no further discussion; however, the Mayor and City Manager noted that they would still accept any written questions that the residents might have. ADJOURNMENT The hearing adjourned at 7:00 P. M. Minutes app owed 7as submitted and/or corrected this day of A. D., 1995. ATTEST: Yolpda C. Benit z, City Secretary P- //Yrl Tom Reid, Mayor 97