MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
September 24, 2019
REGULAR MEETING
September 24, 2019
A Regular Meeting was held by the Schertz City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, on September 24, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Building #4, Schertz, Texas. The following members present to-wit:
- Present:
- Mayor Michael Carpenter; Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown; Councilmember Mark Davis; Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez; Councilmember Scott Larson; Councilmember Cedric Edwards; Councilmember David Scagliola; Councilmember Allison Heyward
- Staff present:
- City Manager Dr. Mark Browne; Assistant City Manager Brian James; Assistant City Manager Charles Kelm; Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez; City Attorney Daniel Santee; City Secretary Brenda Dennis; Deputy City Secretary Gayle Wilkinson
Call to Order – City Council Regular Session
Mayor Carpenter called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Carpenter called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Opening Prayer and Pledges of Allegiance to the Flags of the United States and State of Texas. (Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez)
Presentations
- Proclamation recognizing Fire Prevention Week October 6 - 12, 2019.
Mayor Carpenter gave a brief review of a recent storm and the quick response of our Fire Department and commended them. Mayor Carpenter then recognized Assistant Fire Chief Greg Rodgers and Fire Marshal Thomas Pinder who commented on the importance of Fire Safety and announced the upcoming Poster Contest during Fire Prevention Week.
- Proclamation recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Mayor Carpenter commented on how no community is free from domestic violence and commended those who respond to domestic violence and those involved in the aftermath of domestic violence. Mayor Carpenter recognized Crime Victim Liaison for Schertz, Cibolo, and Live Oak Nicole Douglass who thanked Schertz for their support and announced an event in Schertz on October 28, A Candlelight Vigil at 6:30 p.m. in Pickrell Park. A representative/employee of Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter Ashton Story thanked the City of Schertz for their support and announced a fund-raiser that will be held on September 28, in Seguin at the Silver Center on 510 E. Court Street.
Employee Recognition
- Recognition of Lt. Manny Casas graduating the FBI National Academy.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Police Chief Michael Hansen who gave a brief history of the FBI National Academy and commended Lt. Manny Casas and his family for the sacrifices they made for this coveted accomplishment. Police Chief Michael Hansen presented Lt. Manny Casas with a ribbon and a Chief's coin for his exceptional work and his accomplishment. Police Chief Michael Hansen also awarded Lt. Manny's wife Patty and son Alex a Chief's coin for their support and sacrifice during this endeavor.
City Manager Mark Browne gave a few words of congratulations to Lt. Manny Casas for his accomplishment and expressed how proud the City of Schertz was of him and thanked him for his performance and great work.
Lt. Manny Casas thanked Police Chief Hansen for his support and the support from the City of Schertz.
Mayor Carpenter also thanked and congratulated Lt. Manny Casas in behalf of all the residents of Schertz, Council, staff, and his family for his accomplishment and commented on how this type of work brings exceptionalism back to the City of Schertz.
City Manager Mark Browne gave a few words of congratulations to Lt. Manny Casas for his accomplishment and expressed how proud the City of Schertz was of him and thanked him for his performance and great work.
Lt. Manny Casas thanked Police Chief Hansen for his support and the support from the City of Schertz.
Mayor Carpenter also thanked and congratulated Lt. Manny Casas in behalf of all the residents of Schertz, Council, staff, and his family for his accomplishment and commented on how this type of work brings exceptionalism back to the City of Schertz.
- Recognition of Kyle Kinateder, Executive Director Economic Development.
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Manager Mark Browne who recognized Executive Director of Economic Development Kyle Kinateder for his outstanding service to our City and announced he will be leaving the City of Schertz for an Economic Directors position in Midlothian, Texas. He also commented on the tremendous value Kyle has been to our City and noted some of his accomplishments.
Executive Director of Economic Development Kyle Kinateder expressed his appreciation to serve the City of Schertz and noted the City of Schertz, as a community, is in a better position due to the work of all staff and Council working together. He thanked Council for their willingness to work and support Economic Development.
Mayor Carpenter gave an overview of accomplishments over the last seven years during Kyle's employment with Schertz and thanked him for his exceptional work.
Executive Director of Economic Development Kyle Kinateder expressed his appreciation to serve the City of Schertz and noted the City of Schertz, as a community, is in a better position due to the work of all staff and Council working together. He thanked Council for their willingness to work and support Economic Development.
Mayor Carpenter gave an overview of accomplishments over the last seven years during Kyle's employment with Schertz and thanked him for his exceptional work.
City Events and Announcements
- Announcements of upcoming City Events (B. James/C. Kelm/S. Gonzalez)
Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez announced the following:
Election notice:
The City of Schertz will be holding a Joint General and Special Election on November 5, 2019, for the purpose of electing Councilmembers for Place 1, Place 2 and for Mayor and for a Special Election to fill the vacancy of the unexpired term for Councilmember Place 4.
Thursday, September 26, 2019 – 5:00 p.m. Last day to file for the Special Election to fill the vacancy with the unexpired term of Place 4– Candidate packets are available online as well as in the City Secretary’s Office.
Monday, October 7, 2019, Last day for submitting voter registration applications in time to vote at the upcoming November 5, 2019, Election.
Monday, October 21st through November 1, 2019 – Early voting begins
Information regarding Early Voting and Election Day Voting Centers for Comal, Guadalupe and Bexar County will be available on the city’s website and the October issue of the Schertz Magazine.
Adult Dodgeball is on hiatus until the new league begins Sunday, January 5th in the Community Center.
Saturday, September 28
“Homes for Dogs” Project
Pet adoption and donation event
Schertz Animal Adoption Center 10:00 am-1:00 pm
800 Community Circle
Tuesday, October 1
Regular City Council Meeting canceled due to National Night Out – Mayor and Councilmembers meet in the City Manager’s Office area at 5:30 p.m. for a 5:45 p.m. departure to the neighborhood block parties.
Annual Fall Clean-Up October 5-20
Fall clean-up is a service offered to Schertz residents twice a year to help get rid of household waste not covered under the normal collection service.
Hazardous Items/Tires Drop-off October 5-6
For more information on both services, call Republic Services at 210-304-2787, Schertz Public Works at 210-619-1800, or dial 311.
Friday, October 4
Manufacturing Day
Contact Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for more information
Saturday, October 5
Love Where You Live-Clean-up/Fix-up
Northcliffe Neighborhood
Sign-in 7:30 am at Wendy Swan Memorial Park
Work projects 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Neighborhood celebration picnic from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
Call 210-651-5462 for more information.
Saturday, October 5
Coffee with a Cop 10:00 am-11:00 am
Starbucks on 917 FM 3009 at Elbel Road.
Saturday, October 5
Dunkin’ for Pumpkins
Schertz Aquatic Center 5:00p pm-7:00 pm
The Schertz YMCA is partnering with the City of Schertz for the Third Annual Floating Pumpkin Patch! Come prepared to have fun swimming with pumpkins and the opportunity to pick out your favorite pumpkin!
Call 210-619-1900 for more information.
Tuesday, October 8
City Council Meeting canceled due to the Annual Texas Municipal League Conference to be held in San Antonio.
Saturday, October 12
CPR/AED Training 9:00 am-noon
First Aid Training 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
EMS Training Room, Building # 7
For more information and to register, please call 210-619-1430.
Saturday, October 12
Local Author Fair
Schertz Public Library 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Join us for a Local Author Fair at the Library! Selected authors will share information about their work and writing process. Following the presentations, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and purchase books from the authors. Authors selected for the fair have written books for children and adults, in both fiction and non-fiction categories.
Monday, October 14
City Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 15
Chamber Luncheon 11:30 am
Schertz Civic Center
Tuesday, October 22
City Council Meeting 6:00 pm
City Council Chambers
Election notice:
The City of Schertz will be holding a Joint General and Special Election on November 5, 2019, for the purpose of electing Councilmembers for Place 1, Place 2 and for Mayor and for a Special Election to fill the vacancy of the unexpired term for Councilmember Place 4.
Thursday, September 26, 2019 – 5:00 p.m. Last day to file for the Special Election to fill the vacancy with the unexpired term of Place 4– Candidate packets are available online as well as in the City Secretary’s Office.
Monday, October 7, 2019, Last day for submitting voter registration applications in time to vote at the upcoming November 5, 2019, Election.
Monday, October 21st through November 1, 2019 – Early voting begins
Information regarding Early Voting and Election Day Voting Centers for Comal, Guadalupe and Bexar County will be available on the city’s website and the October issue of the Schertz Magazine.
Adult Dodgeball is on hiatus until the new league begins Sunday, January 5th in the Community Center.
Saturday, September 28
“Homes for Dogs” Project
Pet adoption and donation event
Schertz Animal Adoption Center 10:00 am-1:00 pm
800 Community Circle
Tuesday, October 1
Regular City Council Meeting canceled due to National Night Out – Mayor and Councilmembers meet in the City Manager’s Office area at 5:30 p.m. for a 5:45 p.m. departure to the neighborhood block parties.
Annual Fall Clean-Up October 5-20
Fall clean-up is a service offered to Schertz residents twice a year to help get rid of household waste not covered under the normal collection service.
Hazardous Items/Tires Drop-off October 5-6
For more information on both services, call Republic Services at 210-304-2787, Schertz Public Works at 210-619-1800, or dial 311.
Friday, October 4
Manufacturing Day
Contact Economic Development Corporation (EDC) for more information
Saturday, October 5
Love Where You Live-Clean-up/Fix-up
Northcliffe Neighborhood
Sign-in 7:30 am at Wendy Swan Memorial Park
Work projects 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Neighborhood celebration picnic from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
Call 210-651-5462 for more information.
Saturday, October 5
Coffee with a Cop 10:00 am-11:00 am
Starbucks on 917 FM 3009 at Elbel Road.
Saturday, October 5
Dunkin’ for Pumpkins
Schertz Aquatic Center 5:00p pm-7:00 pm
The Schertz YMCA is partnering with the City of Schertz for the Third Annual Floating Pumpkin Patch! Come prepared to have fun swimming with pumpkins and the opportunity to pick out your favorite pumpkin!
Call 210-619-1900 for more information.
Tuesday, October 8
City Council Meeting canceled due to the Annual Texas Municipal League Conference to be held in San Antonio.
Saturday, October 12
CPR/AED Training 9:00 am-noon
First Aid Training 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
EMS Training Room, Building # 7
For more information and to register, please call 210-619-1430.
Saturday, October 12
Local Author Fair
Schertz Public Library 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Join us for a Local Author Fair at the Library! Selected authors will share information about their work and writing process. Following the presentations, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and purchase books from the authors. Authors selected for the fair have written books for children and adults, in both fiction and non-fiction categories.
Monday, October 14
City Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 15
Chamber Luncheon 11:30 am
Schertz Civic Center
Tuesday, October 22
City Council Meeting 6:00 pm
City Council Chambers
- Announcements and recognitions by the City Manager (M. Browne)
City Manager Mark Browne announced the following:
City Manager Mark Browne recognized our Water and Streets crew for their efficient work on a major water main break in our City. The following were recognized by name: Water crew were Jerad Moheit, Don Sarten, Moses Flores, Allen Diaz, Devin Saloka, Ish pardo, Anthony Jiminez, Jordan Villarreal, Jeremy Ryel, and Steven Armstrong and the Streets crew were Ron Sand and Everado Guzman.
City Manager Mark Browne also acknowledged a recent deployment for Tropical Storm Imelda that involved many of our Public Safety personnel specifically in our Fire Department and EMS. Our Fire Department deployers were Mack Melancon and Chris Meek who were able to rescue 150 to 200 people along with an unknown amount of animals. Our EMS deployer Chris Foerster was on a boat squad responsible for 240 victim encounters with 50 of them classified as rescues. Our EMS also deployed our AMBUS which evacuated one nursing home with 182 patient encounters. The EMS AMBUS crew were Brandon Hill - Crew Chief, David Retano - Load Master/Driver, Tyler Bowker - Crew Member, Jansin Williams - Crew Member, Frankie Trifilio - Crew Member, and Tyler McNiel - Crew Member. City Manager Mark Browne commented on how the deployed personnel represented our City in an outstanding manner.
City Manager Mark Browne recognized our Water and Streets crew for their efficient work on a major water main break in our City. The following were recognized by name: Water crew were Jerad Moheit, Don Sarten, Moses Flores, Allen Diaz, Devin Saloka, Ish pardo, Anthony Jiminez, Jordan Villarreal, Jeremy Ryel, and Steven Armstrong and the Streets crew were Ron Sand and Everado Guzman.
City Manager Mark Browne also acknowledged a recent deployment for Tropical Storm Imelda that involved many of our Public Safety personnel specifically in our Fire Department and EMS. Our Fire Department deployers were Mack Melancon and Chris Meek who were able to rescue 150 to 200 people along with an unknown amount of animals. Our EMS deployer Chris Foerster was on a boat squad responsible for 240 victim encounters with 50 of them classified as rescues. Our EMS also deployed our AMBUS which evacuated one nursing home with 182 patient encounters. The EMS AMBUS crew were Brandon Hill - Crew Chief, David Retano - Load Master/Driver, Tyler Bowker - Crew Member, Jansin Williams - Crew Member, Frankie Trifilio - Crew Member, and Tyler McNiel - Crew Member. City Manager Mark Browne commented on how the deployed personnel represented our City in an outstanding manner.
- Announcements and recognitions by the Mayor (M. Carpenter)
Mayor Carpenter commented on the efficiency of our staff during the major water main break and of the systems our City has put in place for such emergent situations.
Hearing of Residents
This time is set aside for any person who wishes to address the City Council. Each person should fill out the speaker’s register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to no more than 3 minutes.
All remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a body, and not to any individual member thereof. Any person making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks while addressing the Council may be requested to leave the meeting.
Discussion by the Council of any item not on the agenda shall be limited to statements of specific factual information given in response to any inquiry, a recitation of existing policy in response to an inquiry, and/or a proposal to place the item on a future agenda. The presiding officer, during the Hearing of Residents portion of the agenda, will call on those persons who have signed up to speak in the order they have registered.
Mayor Carpenter recognized the following residents:
This time is set aside for any person who wishes to address the City Council. Each person should fill out the speaker’s register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to no more than 3 minutes.
All remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a body, and not to any individual member thereof. Any person making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks while addressing the Council may be requested to leave the meeting.
Discussion by the Council of any item not on the agenda shall be limited to statements of specific factual information given in response to any inquiry, a recitation of existing policy in response to an inquiry, and/or a proposal to place the item on a future agenda. The presiding officer, during the Hearing of Residents portion of the agenda, will call on those persons who have signed up to speak in the order they have registered.
Mayor Carpenter recognized the following residents:
Gary Pirkle - 1032 Gate Creek Lane - Expressed his concerns about his high water bill and the new meters. He gave several specs on his water usage in the past and current usage. Mr. Pirkle asked that the City look into the new meters and false readings on water bills and would like the option of an opt out policy to get his old meter back.
Cyndi Burress - 1108 Dimrock - Expressed her concern about her high water bill and for other residents in Schertz since the new meters have been put in. She asked the City to please address this problem for the citizens.
Mayor Carpenter assured the residents that the City hears them in reference to their water bills and meters and is actively looking into this problem. He asked that residents who are having problems with their water bills to bring it forward to the City Manager, himself, or Council.
Jennifer Hackworth - 5144 Knollwood - Expressed her concern as a citizen and a parent about 5G. She gave a brief history on 5G to make Council aware of the dangers it brings to a community.
Mayor Carpenter encouraged those that had concerns about 5G to contact their State Representatives both in the House and the Senate.
Cyndi Burress - 1108 Dimrock - Expressed her concern about her high water bill and for other residents in Schertz since the new meters have been put in. She asked the City to please address this problem for the citizens.
Mayor Carpenter assured the residents that the City hears them in reference to their water bills and meters and is actively looking into this problem. He asked that residents who are having problems with their water bills to bring it forward to the City Manager, himself, or Council.
Jennifer Hackworth - 5144 Knollwood - Expressed her concern as a citizen and a parent about 5G. She gave a brief history on 5G to make Council aware of the dangers it brings to a community.
Mayor Carpenter encouraged those that had concerns about 5G to contact their State Representatives both in the House and the Senate.
Consent Agenda Items
The Consent Agenda is considered self-explanatory and will be enacted by the Council with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless they are removed from the Consent Agenda upon the request of the Mayor or a Councilmember.
The Consent Agenda is considered self-explanatory and will be enacted by the Council with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless they are removed from the Consent Agenda upon the request of the Mayor or a Councilmember.
1.
Minutes – Consideration and/or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the regular City Council meetings dated September 3, 2019 and September 10, 2019. (B. Dennis)
2.
Calling a Special Meeting November 18, 2019 – Consideration and/or action calling a special meeting on Monday, November 18, 2019 to canvass the results of the November 5, 2019 General and Special Election and call a Runoff Election if necessary. (M. Browne/Mayor/Council/B. Dennis)
3.
Resolution No. 19-R-126 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing Memorandums of Understanding with the Texas Department of Public Safety, for the purpose of obtaining a certification of commercial vehicle enforcement authority and other matters in connection therewith. (C. Kelm/M. Hansen)
Councilmember Scagliola requested Item 4 to be removed and considered individually.
4.
Resolution No. 19-R-131 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the City Manager to enter an Interlocal Agreement for Wholesale Treatment of Wastewater Services between the City of Schertz and the Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority (CCMA) regarding the Northcliffe Wastewater Plant currently operated by Guadalupe Blanco River Authority (GBRA). (C. Kelm/J. Hooks)
Mayor Carpenter recognized Water/Wastewater Manager Jimmy Hooks and City Manager Mark Browne who answered questions/concerns from Councilmember Scagliola.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Water/Wastewater Manager Jimmy Hooks and City Manager Mark Browne who answered questions/concerns from Councilmember Scagliola.
Moved by Councilmember David Scagliola, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis to approve Resolution No. 19-R-131.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
5.
Resolution No. 19-R-132 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, authorizing additional expenditures with Ford Engineering, Inc., in a total project amount not to exceed $71,822.30 for design, bid, and construction phase engineering services for the FM 1103 Water and Waste-water line relocation project in advance of the FM 1103 road widening project. (C. Kelm/J. Hooks)
6.
Resolution No. 19-R-133 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, authorizing additional expenditures with Ford Engineering, Inc., in a total project amount not to exceed $147,724.00 for design, bid, and construction phase engineering services for the East Live Oak Pump Additions Project, and other matters in connection therewith. (C. Kelm/J. Hooks)
7.
Resolution No. 19-R-137 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the nomination of Mr. Daryl John for the Guadalupe County Appraisal District Board of Directors, and other matters in connection therewith. (B. Dennis)
8.
Resolution No. 19-R-138 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the nomination of J. Keith Hughey for the Bexar County Appraisal District Board of Directors and other matters in connection therewith. (B. Dennis)
9.
Resolution No. 19-R-139 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the nomination of Dan Krueger for the Comal County Appraisal District Board of Directors, and other matters in connection therewith. (B. Dennis)
10.
Resolution No. 19-R-110 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the City Manager to extend the existing contracts for landscape maintenance of medians, parkways, and public grounds, with Maldonado Nursery and Landscaping and ACE CO. for up to three (3) one (1) year extensions. (B. James/L. Shrum)
Councilmember Scagliola requested Item 11 to be removed and considered individually.
11.
Resolution No. 19-R-104 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution authorizing the sixth amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) to provide funding of $42,666.00 for Transit Services in the City of Schertz. (B. James)
Mayor Carpenter recognized Councilmember Scagliola who made the comment there was not a lot of publicity about the Transit Services program and would like to see more advertising about the program and what was available to the citizens of Schertz. Assistant City Manager Brian James stated they would run this concern through the Traffic Safety and Advisory Commission (TSAC) to get some suggestions on how to better publicize the program.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Councilmember Scagliola who made the comment there was not a lot of publicity about the Transit Services program and would like to see more advertising about the program and what was available to the citizens of Schertz. Assistant City Manager Brian James stated they would run this concern through the Traffic Safety and Advisory Commission (TSAC) to get some suggestions on how to better publicize the program.
Moved by Councilmember David Scagliola, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis to approve Resolution No. 19-R-104.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
12.
Resolution No. 19-R-135 Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing the purchase of equipment for A/V Upgrades for the Schertz Civic Center in an amount not to exceed $235,150 with Summit Integration Systems. (S. Gonzalez/E. Matlock)
Moved by Mayor Michael Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez to approve Consent items 1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,10 & 12.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Councilmember Scagliola requested Item 13 to be removed and considered individually.
13.
Resolution No.19-R-127 - Consideration and/or action approving a resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing EMS debt revenue adjustments, Utility Billing debt revenue adjustments and Schertz Magazine debt revenue adjustments for certain inactive outstanding receivables and other matters in connection therewith. (B. James/J. Walters)
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters, EMS Director Jason Mabbitt, and the Mayor himself who answered questions from Councilmember Scagliola and recognized other Councilmembers comments.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters, EMS Director Jason Mabbitt, and the Mayor himself who answered questions from Councilmember Scagliola and recognized other Councilmembers comments.
Moved by Mayor Michael Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember Cedric Edwards to approve Resolution No. 19-R-127.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Mayor Carpenter moved to go back to Workshop item 14 after the Public Hearing item 19.
Workshop
14.
Discussion of potential refunding opportunity of outstanding SAWS contract Revenue Bonds of the Schertz/Seguin Local Government Corporation to achieve debt service saving on the bonds and therefore annual savings to SAWS. (M.Browne/B. James/J. Walters/M. McLiney)
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters who introduced SAMCO Capital Markets representative Andrew Friedman who represents Schertz and Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corporation (SSLGC) in bond issuances and refinancing. Mr. Friedman gave a handout to Mayor and Council for their review and gave a brief explanation and answered questions from Council.
No action taken at this time.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters who introduced SAMCO Capital Markets representative Andrew Friedman who represents Schertz and Schertz-Seguin Local Government Corporation (SSLGC) in bond issuances and refinancing. Mr. Friedman gave a handout to Mayor and Council for their review and gave a brief explanation and answered questions from Council.
No action taken at this time.
Discussion and Action Items
Mayor Carpenter moved to item 15 after Consent item 13 under Discussion and Action Items.
15.
Resolution No. 19-R-129 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution 19-R-129 authorizing and approving a revised election contract with the Guadalupe County Election Administrator for the conduct of our November 5, 2019, General election for the purpose of electing Councilmembers for Place 1, Place 2, and for Mayor for a three term and a Special election for the purpose of electing a Councilmember for Place 4 for the remaining year of the expired term. (M. Browne/Mayor-Council/B. Dennis)
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Secretary Brenda Dennis who introduced Guadalupe County Election Administrator Lisa Hayes and gave a brief explanation of the revised contract with Guadalupe County.
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Secretary Brenda Dennis who introduced Guadalupe County Election Administrator Lisa Hayes and gave a brief explanation of the revised contract with Guadalupe County.
Moved by Councilmember Cedric Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis to approve Resolution No. 19-R-129.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Mayor Carpenter moved to item 16 following item 15 under Discussion and Action Items.
16.
Resolution No. 19-R-130 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution authorizing and approving an Election contract with Comal County Clerk Bobbie Koepp for the conduct of our November 5, 2019, General Election for the purpose of electing Councilmembers for Place 1, Place 2 and for Mayor for a three-year term and a Special Election for the purpose of electing a Councilmember for Place 4 for the remaining year of the unexpired term. (M. Browne/Mayor-Council/B. Dennis)
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Secretary Brenda Dennis who introduced Comal County Clerk Bobbie Koepp and Election Coordinator and Deputy to the County Clerk Cynthia Jaqua who worked closely with her on the election contract with Comal County.
City Secretary Brenda Dennis complimented Public Affairs and specifically Communications Manager Devan Flores and Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez for the wonderful work done on the Notice of General & Special Election Vote Centers for Early Voting and Election Day Vote Centers. A copy of the document was given to Mayor, Council and our City Attorney. City Secretary Brenda Dennis gave a brief explanation of the significance of the document.
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Secretary Brenda Dennis who introduced Comal County Clerk Bobbie Koepp and Election Coordinator and Deputy to the County Clerk Cynthia Jaqua who worked closely with her on the election contract with Comal County.
City Secretary Brenda Dennis complimented Public Affairs and specifically Communications Manager Devan Flores and Assistant to the City Manager Sarah Gonzalez for the wonderful work done on the Notice of General & Special Election Vote Centers for Early Voting and Election Day Vote Centers. A copy of the document was given to Mayor, Council and our City Attorney. City Secretary Brenda Dennis gave a brief explanation of the significance of the document.
Moved by Councilmember Cedric Edwards, seconded by Councilmember David Scagliola to approve Resolution No. 19-R-130.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Mayor Carpenter moved to go to item 17 after item 18 on Discussion and Action Items.
17.
Ordinance No. 19-T-26 - Consideration and/or action approving an Ordinance by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas authorizing an adjustment to the FY 2018-19 Budget to transfer personnel budgets between departments, repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance; declaring an emergency; and providing an effective date. (M. Browne/J. Walters) First and final reading.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters who gave a brief explanation the adjustment to the FY 2018-2019 Budget.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Finance Director James Walters who gave a brief explanation the adjustment to the FY 2018-2019 Budget.
Moved by Councilmember Allison Heyward, seconded by Councilmember Cedric Edwards to approve Ordinance 19-T-26 First & Final Reading - declaring an emergency.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Mayor Carpenter moved to go to item 18 on Discussion and Action items after Workshop item 14.
18.
Resolution No. 19-R-134- Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution authorizing Professional Service Agreements with Ford Engineering, Inc., Halff Associates, Inc., Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., and Utility Engineering Group, PLLC, for on-call engineering services and all matters in connection therewith. (B. James/K. Woodlee)
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Engineer Kathy Woodlee who gave a brief explanation for on-call engineering services contracts and answered questions from Council.
Mayor Carpenter recognized City Engineer Kathy Woodlee who gave a brief explanation for on-call engineering services contracts and answered questions from Council.
Moved by Mayor Michael Carpenter, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis to approve Resolution 19-R-134.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Mayor Carpenter moved to go to Public Hearing item 19 after Discussion and Action Items 16.
Public Hearings
19.
Ordinance 19-S-25 - Conduct a public hearing and consideration and/or action approving an Ordinance on a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps on approximately 8.5 acres of land, more specifically described as the northwest corner of the intersection between IH-35 and Schwab Road, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas (B. James/L. Wood/N. Koplyay) First Reading.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Planner I Nick Koplyay who gave a Power Point and brief explanation on a Specific Use Permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps. Real Estate Project Manager for Quick Trip Corporation J.D. Dudley gave a brief Power Point on the design rendering of the new Quick Trip store proposed for Schertz.
Mayor Carpenter opened the Public Hearing, and as there was no one who spoke; closed the Public Hearing for Council comments. No comments from Council.
Mayor Carpenter recognized Planner I Nick Koplyay who gave a Power Point and brief explanation on a Specific Use Permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps. Real Estate Project Manager for Quick Trip Corporation J.D. Dudley gave a brief Power Point on the design rendering of the new Quick Trip store proposed for Schertz.
Mayor Carpenter opened the Public Hearing, and as there was no one who spoke; closed the Public Hearing for Council comments. No comments from Council.
Moved by Councilmember Cedric Edwards, seconded by Councilmember Mark Davis to approve Ordinance 19-S-25 first reading.
- AYE:
- Mayor Pro-Tem Tim Brown, Councilmember Mark Davis, Councilmember Ralph Gutierrez, Councilmember Scott Larson, Councilmember Cedric Edwards, Councilmember David Scagliola, Councilmember Allison Heyward
Passed
Roll Call Vote Confirmation
Deputy City Secretary Gayle Wilkinson provided roll call for items 1 - 13 & 15 - 19.
Deputy City Secretary Gayle Wilkinson provided roll call for items 1 - 13 & 15 - 19.
Requests and Announcements
- Announcements by the City Manager.
None at this time.
- Requests by Mayor and Councilmembers that items be placed on a future City Council agenda.
Councilmember Larson requested a workshop/update on what the City has done to look into the water meter issue and the City's current status on the issue.
- Announcements by Mayor and Councilmembers
- City and community events attended and to be attended
- City Council Committee and Liaison Assignments (see assignments below)
- Continuing education events attended and to be attended
- Recognition of actions by City employees
- Recognition of actions by community volunteers
Councilmember Gutierrez attended the following events:
- Pizza with the Police
- Meet the Firefighters at Starbucks
- NEP Luncheon
- Chamber Luncheon
Councilmember Edwards attended the following events and made the following comment:
- Pizza with the Police
- Went to Starbucks and had a cup of coffee and drove around Schertz to say hi to everyone.
Councilmember Heyward attended the following events:
- Pizza with the Police
- Chamber ribbon cutting at the Eyemart in Selma
- NEP Luncheon
Mayor Carpenter announced he has been invited on Sunday, September 29 to join a group at Fort Sam Houston to attend a luncheon for the Gold Star mothers. He asked as we go through our weekend to think about all of those who have given their lives in the service of our country and in the preservation of this republic.
Information available in City Council Packets - NO DISCUSSION TO OCCUR
20.
Corbett Elevated Water Storage Tank Logo Rending. (K. Woodlee/S. McClelland)
21.
Election notice - City of Schertz Joint/General and Special Election notice with Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties - for the purpose of electing Councilmembers in Place 1, Place 2 and for Mayor for a three-year term beginning November 2019 and ending November 2022 and for a Special Election to fill the vacancy of the unexpired term for Councilmember Place 4. (M. Browne/Mayor-Council/B. Dennis)
Adjournment
As there was no further business Mayor Carpenter adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
As there was no further business Mayor Carpenter adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
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Michael R. Carpenter, Mayor
Michael R. Carpenter, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Gayle Wilkinson, Deputy City Secretary
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Gayle Wilkinson, Deputy City Secretary