Agenda No. 2.
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
| City Council Meeting: | October 21, 2025 |
| Department: | Executive Team |
| Subject: | Resolution 25-R-128 -Approving an amendment to the interlocal agreement (ILA) between the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) and the City of Schertz (S.Williams/B.James) |
BACKGROUND
The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is requesting an interlocal agreement to allow construction of a communications tower on the property they own at 5075 Cibolo Valley Drive, which is zoned R-1. The 5.26 acre property is the LCRA substation that is located to the west of The Enclave at Willow Pointe single family residential subdivision. LCR is wanting to construct a 190' lattice frame tower on the property. The City's UDC does now allow lattice frame towers and does not allow towers over 120' tall. Rather than seek a variance from the Board of Adjustment, the applicant would prefer to be allowed to construct the tower through an interlocal agreement with the City.
GOAL
Amend the current ILA with LCRA to ensure that LCRA can continue to provide communication services to government entities and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the electrical grid.
COMMUNITY BENEFIT
Ensures all aspects of public safety and government services maintain radio communication.
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 25-R-128 authorizing an amendment to the ILA with LCRA to allow for the construction of communication towers.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of Resolution 25-R-128.