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Meeting Minutes
Planning Commission
5:30 PM Council ChambersWednesday, September 19, 2018
Call to Order, Roll CallI.
Chairman Villarreal called the meeting to order and a quorum was established
with Commissioners Baugh and Hovda absent.
Approval of Absences - September 5, 2018: Commissioner EzellII.
A motion to excuse the absence Commissioner Ezell's absence was made by
Vice Chairman Crull and seconded by Chairman Villarreal. The motion passed.
Approval of MinutesIII.
1.18-1189 Regular Meeting Minutes of September 5, 2018
A motion to approve item “1” was made by Commissioner Schroeder and
seconded by Commissioner Dibble. The motion passed.
Public Hearing (Items A - C) - Discussion and Possible ActionIV.
PlatsA.
Plat Waivers (Plat Variance)
2.18-1111 18PL1076
PARK SPRINGS IHS, BLOCK 1 LOTS 1 THROUGH 3 (FINAL - 3.87
ACRES)
Located Hazel Bazemore Road (CR 69) and south of Northwest
Boulevard (FM 624).
Request for a Waiver of the Wastewater Infrastructure Construction
Requirement in Section 8.2.7.A of the Unified Development Code (UDC),
and an Exemption from Wastewater Lot/Acreage Fees in Accordance
with Section 8.5.2.G of the UDCAnd a Waiver from Sidewalk
Construction Requirement in 8.2.2 .
Bill Green, Assistant Director of Development Services presented item "2" for
the record as shown above. This is the continuation of consideration of a
request for a plat waiver from the wastewater construction requirement, and
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an exemption from wastewater lot/acreage fees. Mr. Green presented a
location map along with an aerial map showing the nearest wastewater
connection. At the September 5, 2018 meeting, the applicant presented a
layout and cost estimate of what would be required to comply with the City’s
Wastewater Master Plan. That proposal would have required about 2.5 miles of
sewer line, consisting of 8,020 linear feet of gravity line, and 5,300 linear feet of
force main, and also a lift station. The estimated cost was around $6.7 million.
The Planning Commission requested consideration of an alternative, to
connect to a manhole and wastewater line in a subdivision north, across FM
624, that is approximately 415 feet away.
Mr. Green also presented a Sanitary Sewer Line Plan and Profile which was
provided by the engineer, Murf Hudson with Urban Engineering. The
alternative sanitary sewer line construction proposal is to bore underneath
Northwest Boulevard (FM 624), install 168 linear feet of pipe casing underneath
that road, and install around 782 linear feet of 8-inch PVC pipe, and connect
that pipe to the manhole. The proposal also includes installation of four
manholes. The profile, below the plan view, shows that this is a busy
intersection. Running through this intersection is a 30-inch stormwater culvert,
a 24-inch stormwater culvert, an 18-inch stormwater culvert, a 12-inch water
line, a 6-inch gas line, a GTE fiber line, and an ATT fiber line.
A cost estimate of the alternative proposal was provided by the engineer and it
is estimated to be $238,934. The cost of the off-site portion is approximately
$175,000. The off-site portion is only eligible for partial reimbursement per
UDC 8.5.2.E.2, because this is a “collection line” and not a “trunk line.”
(“Collection line” is defined in UDC 1.11.3 as a pipe diameter of less than 15
inches). It should be noted that this cost estimate does not include the costs of
TxDOT application to bore underneath Northwest Boulevard (FM 624), the
costs of amending the City’s Wastewater Master Plan, which would be required
both to allow this alternative construction, and also to enable the applicant to
be eligible for reimbursement; costs of obtaining construction easement on the
private property on the north side of Northwest Boulevard; the uncertainty and
time delay in obtaining all of these approvals.
Mr. Green explained the standards for granting a plat waiver from wastewater
construction (UDC 8.2.7.B). A proposed subdivision must not be within 1,000 feet
of a collection line of sufficient capacity, as determined by adopted City
wastewater standards. In this case, the proposed subdivision is 415 feet from
the nearest collection line. However, that nearest collection line, across and
north of Northwest Boulevard, is in the Greenwood Service Area Master Plan,
while the subject plat is in the Allison Service Area Wastewater Master Plan.
Northwest Blvd represents the boundary between the two service areas.
Connecting the subject site to this collection line would require amendment of
the wastewater master plan, adjusting the service area boundaries. In
addition to the waiver standard in UDC 8.2.7.B., the factors in the Plat Waiver
Standard under UDC 3.8.3.D. must also be considered.
Staff has reviewed the current proposal, the current wastewater master plan,
and possible revisions to the wastewater master plan. Mr. Green listed the
following Staff findings:
• The proposed plat is “reasonably accessible” to the manhole on the north
side of FM 624.
• However, the proposed alternative does not follow the City’s current adopted
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Wastewater Master Plan.
• The alternative proposal possibly could serve this plat and four additional
properties to the west.
• Other adjacent properties are currently do not have wastewater service.
• A road bore crossing underneath FM 624 would require application to TxDOT.
It is uncertain at this time whether TxDOT would approve the application.
• The road bore underneath FM 624 has logistical challenges as it would be
occurring near culverts and other utility lines. Also, work on the north side of
FM 624 would require a construction easement and excavation on private
property at the northwest corner of FM 624 and River Hill Drive.
Staff recommends approval of the request for waiver of the wastewater
construction requirement, on the condition that the applicant enter into a
Sanitary Sewer Connection Agreement. Staff also recommends approval of
the request for exemption from the wastewater lot/acreage fee, based on the
area being an “exempted area,” that is, an area “not likely to be served by
City wastewater services within the next 15 years” (per UDC 8.5.2.G). This is
based on a preliminary review of the proposed draft of Wastewater Master
Plan amendments, which do not show a trunk line or collection line extension
for this segment of Northwest Boulevard.
After Staff's presentation, Chairman Villarreal opened the floor for
Commissioner questions/discussion. Discussion took place regarding the
Greenwood and Allison Service Areas, the Sanitary Sewer Connection
Agreement and lot/acreage fees. A correction was made by Vice Chairman
Crull that clarifies the area south of FM 624 resides within the Allison Service
Area and not the Greenwood Service Area. This correction included the point
that FM 624 served as a service area boundary within the Allison Service Area.
After Commissioner's questions/comments concluded, Chairman Villarreal
opened the public hearing. Engineer of record for the project, Murf Hudson
with Urban Engineering, addressed the Commission. He contends that the
depth and gradient of the alternative are such that no other property would be
able to connect to this line. Denying the waiver and requiring construction
compels the applicant to amend the City’s Wastewater Master Plan, an
additional cost, with no guarantee that it would be successful at City Council.
There is no guarantee that TxDOT will grant permission to bore underneath
Northwest Boulevard (FM 624). If the off-site portion is reimbursed, this is an
inefficient use of trust funds because the alternative would only serve the
subject site Other properties in the area have been granted wastewater
waivers. With no one else coming forward, the public hearing was closed. A
motion was made by Commissioner Dibble to approve the waiver from
wastewater construction and the exemption of lot/acreage fees. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Schroeder and the motion passed.
3.18-1192 18PL1029
COUNCIL ADDITION, BLOCK 1, LOT 1AR (REPLAT - 30.17 ACRES)
Located west of Southern Minerals Road and south of Leopard Street.
Request for a Plat Waiver of the Sidewalk Construction Requirement in
Section 8.1.4 and 8.2.2 of the Unified Development Code.
Mr. Green presented item "3" for the record as shown above and showed a
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location map of the subject property. He explained that the platting process
requires the installation of public improvements, including sidewalks, under
UDC 8.1.4. It should be noted that in UDC Table 8.2.1.C, the Non-Local Streets
Standards, in a footnote, states that “sidewalks are not required in industrial
areas.” In support of the waiver request, the applicant asserts that the property
is zoned Light Industrial and is being used as such and there is no sidewalk
network on this property or adjacent properties.
Mr. Green listed the factors to consider for granting a plat waiver under UDC
Section 3.8.3.D. The exceptions for required sidewalk improvements in UDC
8.2.2.B do not apply in this case:
1. Sidewalks shall not be required along each side of a street right-of-way
where such street is a permanent dead-end street and where there is
pedestrian access from the permanent dead-end street to a paved hike and
bike trail. In such instance, a sidewalk only shall be required on one side of
the street right-of-way.
2. Sidewalks shall not be required along street rights-of-way where each lot
fronting on such street has direct access from the side or rear to a paved hike
and bike trail.
3. Sidewalks shall not be required for residential subdivisions in the Farm
Rural and Residential Estate zoning districts.
4. Sidewalks adjacent to private streets may be allowed to be placed on only
one side of the street if the sidewalk width is 6 feet or greater and approved by
the Assistant City Manager of Development Services.
Per Section 8.2.2.A.4 of the UDC, sidewalks shall connect to existing adjacent
sidewalks or be designed and placed to allow connection to future adjacent
sidewalks. In this case, there is an existing sidewalk next to a Regional
Transportation Authority (RTA) bus stop, approximately 25 feet in length, along
the front footage of the subject property. Mr. Green also presented street view
maps (west and south views) of the subject site to show the RTA bus stop.
There is also a bus stop across the street on the north side of Leopard Street.
Section 8.2.2.A.1.a of the UDC specifically requires sidewalk along streets that
are designated in the city’s Urban Transportation Plan (UTP) as arterials or
collectors. In this case, the proposed replat is located along Leopard Street,
which is designated in the UTP as an A-2 Arterial. Based on Leopard Street’s
designation as an A-2 arterial in the UTP, and based on the existence of a bus
stop and existing sidewalk along the front footage of the subject property, and
weighing the factors in UDC 3.8.3.D, Staff recommends denial of the request for
waiver from the sidewalk construction requirement.
After Staff's presentation, Chairman Villarreal opened the floor for
Commissioner questions/discussion. Commissioner Williams asked a question
regarding the sidewalk connectivity, raised a concern that the length of the
proposed sidewalk is only at 1,000 feet and asked where the closest
subdivision is in proximity to the subject site. Greg Collins, Senior Project
Planner, informed Commissioner Williams that the nearest subdivision is
approximately a quarter of a mile away from the subject site. He also
explained that this particular bus stop route has a high ridership figure
according to the RTA. The purpose of the route was to assist people in their
work commute and in a safe manner. Commissioner Williams also asked if the
sidewalk requirement could be applied to other business in the surrounding
area. Vice Chairman Crull said the closest subdivision is near Rand Morgan
Road which is over a mile away. He mentioned that sidewalks were not
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constructed near Rand Morgan road which has more development. He said
there is an existing (ten feet wide) shoulder along the roadway that can be
utilized as a walkway. He also stated that the high ridership for this route is
because there is a "park and ride" nearby as well as a craft training center and
Sam Kane Beef. Commissioner Schroeder expressed his support for Staff's
position and feels the sidewalk is beneficial.
After Commissioner's questions/discussion concluded, Chairman Villarreal
opened the public hearing. Representing the applicant, Murf Hudson with
Urban Engineering, addressed the Commission and provided an exhibit
showing 25 bus stops at 13 locations on Leopard Street with no sidewalk
connections. If required to construct the sidewalk, it is estimated it will cost
$50,000.00. He mentioned that the subject property was replatted in 2012 and
sidewalk was not required at that time. He also brought up the existing
shoulders along the roadway and felt that if sidewalk is constructed it would be
flush with the pavement, providing no separation between pedestrians and
high-speed traffic. He said the road needs a restoration project and at that
point is when the sidewalk should be constructed by either the Texas
Department of Transportation or the City. With no one else coming forward,
the public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Vice Chairman Crull to
approve the waiver request for item "3". Commissioner Ezell seconded and the
motion passed.
New Plats
Greg Collins, Development Services, read items “2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7” into the
record as shown below. Mr. Collins stated the plats satisfy all requirements of
the Unified Development Code (UDC) and State Law; the Technical Review
Committee recommends approval. After Staff’s presentation, Chairman
Villarreal opened the public hearing. With no one coming forward, the public
hearing was closed. A motion to approve items “2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7” was made
Commissioner Dibble and seconded by Commissioner Zarghouni. The motion
passed.
4.18-1190 18PL1082
AVANTI AT GREENWOOD, BLOCK 1, LOTS 1 & 2 (REPLAT - 5.84
ACRES)
Located north of Saratoga Boulevard and east of Greenwood Drive.
5.18-1191 18PL1073
AZALI ESTATES UNIT 1 (FINAL - 43.190 ACRES)
Located east of Yorktown Boulevard and west of Cayo Del Oso.
6.18-1193 18PL1029
COUNCIL ADDITION, BLOCK 1, LOT 1AR (REPLAT - 30.17 ACRES)
Located west of Southern Minerals Road and south of Leopard Street.
7.18-1194 18PL1086
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PADRE ISLAND - CORPUS CHRISTI SECTION 4, BLK 237, LOT 9R
(REPLAT - 0.20 ACRES)
Located west of Park Road 22 (SPID) and south of Whitecap Boulevard.
Time Extensions
8.18-1195 17PL1042
THE VILLAS PUD (FINAL REPLAT - 2.35 ACRES)
Located on the northeast side of Granada Drive and west of Leeward
Drive.
Mr. Collins read item "8" into the record as shown above. He stated the
Planning Commission originally approved the referred plat on August 23, 2017.
This is the second request and the applicant is requesting a six-month time
extension. Construction plans for this project were approved on April 23, 2018
and is currently out for bids. Additionally, an easement closure request has
been submitted that is tied to the subject plat and it is in the review process.
The first extension request was approved by the Commission on March 7, 2018.
Staff along with the Technical Review Committee recommend approval. After
Staff’s presentation, Chairman Villarreal opened the public hearing. With no
one coming forward, the public hearing was closed. A motion to approve item
“8” was made by Commissioner Ezell and seconded by Commissioner
Schroeder. The motion passed.
9.18-1198 0117006-NP005 (17PL1000)
ALEXA ADDITION, BLOCK 1, LOT 1 (FINAL - 2.829 ACRES)
Located north of Ocean Drive and west of Airline Road.
Mr. Collins read item "9" into the record as shown above. He stated the
Planning Commission originally approved the referred plat on April 5, 2017.
This is the third request. The applicant is requesting a six-month time
extension to complete an additional flood plain analysis and FEMA approvals
required by the City/developer’s lender, prior to obtaining permit approval and
beginning construction of public improvements. Public Improvement plans
have been submitted and will be reviewed by Staff soon. The first extension
request was approved by the Commission on September 6, 2017 and the
second request was approved on March 21, 2018. Staff along with the
Technical Review Committee recommend approval. After Staff’s presentation,
Chairman Villarreal opened the public hearing. With no one coming forward,
the public hearing was closed. A motion to approve item “9” was made by
Commissioner Dibble and seconded by Vice Chairman Crull. The motion
passed.
10.18-1202 0816098-NP061 (16-20000007)
SALIDA DEL SOL AT TERRA MAR- UNITS 2, 3 & 4; SAN CRISTOBAL
ESTATES- UNITS 3 & 4 (PRELIMINARY - 24.70 ACRES)
Located south of Wooldridge Road and west of North Oso Parkway.
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Mr. Collins read item "10" into the record as shown above. He stated the
Planning Commission originally approved the referred plat on October 5, 2016.
This is the first request and the applicant is requesting a twenty-four-month
time extension. The applicant requests an extension because the preliminary
plat contains 115 residential lots in five phases, and two years is not adequate
time to develop all of the phases. Of note, the final plats for San Cristobal
Estates at Terra Mar Unit 3 and Salida del Sol at Terra Mar Unit 2 (both
approved by the Planning Commission on January 11, 2017) were recorded on
January 9, 2018 and on June 8, 2018, respectively. Staff along with the
Technical Review Committee recommend approval. After Staff’s presentation,
Chairman Villarreal opened the public hearing. With no one coming forward,
the public hearing was closed. A motion to approve item “10” was made by
Commissioner Schroeder and seconded by Commissioner Zarghouni. The
motion passed.
ZoningB.
11.18-1203 Public Hearing - Rezoning Property at or near 15621 and 15625
South Padre Island Drive (Park Road 22) and Lots 5A and 6A,
Block 15, Padre Island
Case No. 0918-02 - Rakesh Patel, Lina Patel, and Daxa Kumar:
Ordinance rezoning property at or near 15621 and 15625 South Padre
Island Drive (Park Road 22) and Lots 5A and 6A, Block 15, Padre Island
(located on the west side of South Padre Island Drive, south of Whitecap
Boulevard, and north of Encantada Avenue), from the “CR-2/IO” Resort
Commercial District with the Island Overlay to the “IL” Light Industrial
District.
Andrew Dimas, Development Services, read item “11” into record as shown
above. He presented several aerial views of the subject property along with
the Existing and Future Land Use maps. He stated the purpose of the rezoning
request is to allow for the operation of a landscaping business including
outdoor storage. The owner is proposing to have a landscaping business with
outside storage of bulk materials, equipment, and company vehicles. The bulk
materials will be gravel, decomposed granite, river rock, top soil, etc. The
piles of bulk material will not exceed 6 feet tall. The applicant is not planning
to use it as a retail place, however occasionally some customers will visit to
look at the materials or make a payment. A 6-foot, 10-inch solid screening
fence will be installed around the subject property and the front gate will be
the sole point of accessing the property.
Mr. Dimas informed the Commission that one public notice was returned in
favor and one notice was returned in opposition of the change of zoning
request. He went over the zoning patterns for the surrounding area along with
the UDC requirements for the change of zoning request. Mr. Dimas listed the
available municipal facilities. Wastewater service is currently unavailable to
the subject property. The closest, available wastewater manhole is
approximately 145 feet to the west along Palmira Avenue. Based on
discussions with the applicant, he is in the process of acquiring an easement. If
a building is eventually placed on the subject property, he would have the
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ability to obtain wastewater service.
Mr. Dimas stated a retail nursery is allowed in the “CR-2” Resort Commercial
District by-right but the outdoor and aggregate material storage use requires
the “IL” Light Industrial District. He further explained that a Special Permit
would provide the use requested by the applicant while protecting the integrity
of surrounding uses including the nearby neighborhood. Staff recommends
denial of the requested change of zoning, and in lieu thereof, approval of the
“CR-2/SP” Resort Commercial District with a Special Permit (SP) and with the
following conditions:
1. Uses: The only uses authorized by this Special Permit other than uses
permitted by right in the base zoning district are as defined by the Unified
Development Code (UDC) in Section 5.1.5.B “Warehouse and Freight
Movement” except bus barn, coal and coke storage and sales, food locker,
household moving and general freight storage, milk distributing station,
produce and storage warehouse, truck or transfer terminal, and warehouse
used for storage of retail goods.
2. Outdoor Storage: Outdoor storage is permitted and must remain screened at
all times. Storage includes trailers, construction equipment, aggregate
materials, and other items related to a landscaping business. Piles of loose
aggregate materials shall be no taller than 6-feet in height. Any dumpsters
must be screened from view of the public.
3. Screening Fence: A solid screening fence at minimum of six (6) feet shall be
installed and maintained to provide a visual barrier around the perimeter of
the property.
4. Landscaping: Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with the
requirements of the Unified Development Code (UDC) along South Padre Island
Drive (Park Road 22).
5. Lighting: All lighting must be shielded and directed away from abutting
residences and nearby streets. Cut-off shields are required for all lighting. No
light projection is permitted beyond the property line.
6. Noise: Noise regulations shall be subject to Section 31-3 of the Municipal
Code. Outside paging, speakers, telephone bells, or similar devices are
prohibited.
7. Hours of Operation: Business may only be conducted daily between the
hours of 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. All deliveries must occur within these operating
hours.
8. Other Requirements: The Special Permit conditions listed herein do not
preclude compliance with other applicable UDC, Building, and Fire Code
Requirements.
9. Island Overlay: The construction or installation of a storage shed as
identified shall be exempt from the conditions of the Island Overlay as
described in Section 6.4 of the Unified Development Code (UDC). Construction
or installation of an office shall conform to the requirements of the Island
Overlay.
10. Time Limit: In accordance with the UDC, this Special Permit shall be
deemed to have expired within twelve (12) months of this ordinance, unless a
complete building permit application has been submitted, a certificate of
occupancy or a letter of UDC compliance has been issued, and the Special
Permit shall expire if the allowed use is discontinued for more than six
consecutive months.
After Staff’s presentation, Chairman Villarreal opened the floor for
questions/discussion by Commissioners. Commissioner Schroeder raised a
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concern regarding the potential for the gravel to become an airborne hazard
in the event of a storm such as a hurricane. After Commissioner's
questions/discussion concluded, Chairman Villarreal opened the public
hearing. Yilmazer Enes at 6610 Sahara Drive addressed the Commission and
expressed his opposition to the change of zoning request. He received three
public notices and submitted them during the public hearing. He felt that the
use for the property is not compatible with the surrounding area.
The applicant, Javier Garcia at 15105 Dasmarinas, addressed the Commission
in support of his application. In response to Commissioner Schroeder's
comment regarding flying debris, Mr. Garcia stated that during Hurricane
Harvey he experienced no issues with misplaced gravel. He also mentioned
that the delivery trucks are only capable of unloading gravel piles at five feet.
He plans to construct the fence and storefront in an attractive manner and will
exceed code regulations. With no one else coming forward the public hearing
was closed. A motion to approve Staff’s recommendation for item “11” was
made by Commissioner Dibble and seconded by Chairman Villarreal. The
motion passed with Commissioner Schroeder voting "no".
Master PlanC.
12.18-1197 Ordinance amending the City of Corpus Christi (the “City”)
Comprehensive Plan by amending the City’s Water Distribution System
Master Water Plan South of Oso Creek in the areas surrounding Farm
Road (FM) 43, FM 2444 and Highway (HWY) 286.
Gabriel Hinojosa, Major Projects Engineer for the Utilities Department,
presented item "12" for the record. He presented several maps to show the
subject location and the existing Master Plan from 1997 versus the proposed
Master Plan. The purpose of this item is to update the City’s Water Master Plan
South of Oso Creek, outside the City limit within the extra-territorial jurisdiction
(ETJ). Mr. Hinojosa stated that the area west of Highway 286 is not adopted in
the current plan. Staff is proposing the following amendments:
• Update the plan to reflect the existing location of the existing 48”and 42”
transmission main from Greenwood Drive to the intersection of Yorktown
Boulevard and Rodd Field Road;
• Propose a combination of water gridmains and transmission mains in the
surrounding areas of County Road (CR) 33, FM 43, FM 2444 and HWY 286.
The proposed amendments would achieve the following objectives:
• Facilitate the development of an adequate water grid system;
• Facilitate orderly development;
• Satisfy a need for redundancy in the system, which provides a backup water
supply and improves water quality and pressure, and
• Update the plan to reflect locations of existing watermains.
Mr. Hinojosa also informed the Commission of the funding sources to
implement the Master Plan. Staff recommends approval of the proposed
amendments to the Master Water Plan. After Staff's presentation, Chairman
Villarreal opened the floor for Commissioner questions/discussion. Discussion
took place regarding the existing lines along FM 2444 and Vice Chairman Crull
suggested that the proposed plan (grid) be continued further in the southwest
corner. He also brought up the preliminary plans by the Texas Department of
Transportation (TxDOT) for improvements in the subject area and Mr. Hinojosa
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stated they have had discussions with TxDOT to clarify what will be needed for
the project. Vice Chairman Crull also mentioned the absence of a Wastewater
/Stormwater Master Plan for the area, particularly in the Capital Improvement
Plan. Nina Nixon-Mendez, Director of Development Services, updated Vice
Chairman Crull on an upcoming Staff/City Council policy discussion related to
the subject area and Staff will be providing recommendations. The
engagement will involve the lack of a Wastewater Master Plan in the area and
the need to amend or extend the Master Plan for the subject area. This
presentation is tentatively scheduled for October 9, 2018.
After Commissioners questions/comments concluded, Chairman Villarreal
opened the public hearing. With no one coming forward, the public hearing
was closed. A motion was made by Vice Chairman Crull to approve Staff's
recommendation for item "12" with the caveat that additions be made to the
proposed Master Plan to further extend the southwest corner. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Zarghouni and the motion passed.
Director's ReportV.
Ms. Nixon-Mendez introduced new team member, Planning Technician, Craig
Garrison. She also updated the Commission that Staff is working on the
exceptions to sidewalk provisions of the UDC and plan to move forward with a
presentation soon.
Items to be ScheduledVI.
None.
Adjournment of Planning Commission MeetingVII.
There being no further business to discuss, Chairman Villarreal adjourned the
meeting at 6:50 p.m.
Convene Airport Zoning Commission Meeting (Planning Commission)VIII.
Call to Order - Roll CallA.
Chairman Villarreal called the meeting to order and a quorum was established
with Commissioners Baugh, Hovda, Zarghouni and Dibble absent.
Approval of Absences - August 8, 2018: Commissioner DibbleB.
A motion to excuse Commissioner Dibble's absence was made by
Commissioner Ezell and seconded by Vice Chairman Crull. The motion passed.
Approval of MinutesC.
1.18-1199 Regular Meeting Minutes of August 8, 2018
A motion to approve item “1” was made by Commissioner Ezell and seconded
by Chairman Villarreal. The motion passed.
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PresentationD.
2.18-1196 Executive Summary of the Airport Master Plan/Construction Status
Report
Fred Segundo, Director of Aviation, presented item "2" for the record. He gave
some background information on what has been taking place at the airport to
date and went into detail regarding the Construction Status Report. He
explained that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given funding
(with City Council approval on 9/17/18) to reconstruct their Terminal Apron/GA
Ramps from asphalt to concrete, to be done in phases.
Mr. Segundo informed the Commission that they plan to acquire land (50.535
gross acres of agricultural row-crop land) located adjacent to currently owned
Airport property along the southern boundary on Joe Miruer Road (FM763). He
provided a map to show the location. He also mentioned a fuel farm project for
Sterling Aviation. It will consist of multiple tanks of both JetA and Avgas. He
concluded the presentation with a list of future projects such as a hotel and
terminal rehabilitation for jet bridges, escalators, cooling towers/energy
management system and the service animal relief area. After Staff's
presentation, Chairman Villarreal opened the floor for Commissioner
questions/discussion. Commissioner Schroeder raised a question on current
data for plain passengers. No action was taken on this item.
Director's ReportE.
Ms. Nixon-Mendez informed the Commission that with the next AZC meeting in
October, the focus will be on economic development opportunities adjacent to
the Airport.
AdjournmentF.
There being no further business to discuss, Chairman Villarreal adjourned the
meeting at 7:05 p.m.
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