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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Island Strategic Action Committee - 01/07/2014 MEETING MINUTES ISLAND STRATEGIC ACTION COMMITTEE Comfort Suites North Padre Island 15209 Windward Dr. Corpus Christi,TX, US, 78418 January 7, 2014 at 5:30 P.M. 1) Call to Order ➢ Chair called the regular meeting of the Island Strategic Action Committee to order at 5:30 PM on January 7, 2014 2) Roll Call ➢ Chair calls the roll. Committee Members Present: Committee Members Not Present: Gabriele Hilpold J.J. Hart John A. White Sr. Jodi Steen Alex Harris Charles Mader Gregory Smith Jyoti Rakesh Patel Paul Schexnailder Ralph Tapscott Rick Sowash William F. Goldston Stan Hulse Bryan Gulley—Ex-Officio Jay Gardner— Ex-Officio Wes Pierson— Ex-Officio Paulette Kluge—Ex-Officio 3) Approval of Minutes for December 3,2013. ➢ Motion by John White, 2nd by Charles Mader 4) Public Comment ➢ Matt Werkhoven, Corpus Christi Cycle Plaza- Brought more information about vehicle requirements and products sold. Promoted use of low speed vehicles, suggested ATVs should be equipped with a utility bed. ➢ Iry Thomas, Iry Thomas Honda- Brought information about vehicle types, safety features. 5) ATV Beach Access ➢ William Goldston brought information on Corpus Christi and Port Aransas' ordinances that addresses ATV vehicles. City's ordinance is one page and Port Aransas' ordinance is five pages in detail. ➢ Motion to create subcommittee to explore types of vehicles appropriate for beach access, make recommendations to City, by William Goldston, 2nd by Rick Sowash. ➢ Bryan Gulley,Jyoti Patel, Rick Sowash, Gabi Hilpold and William Goldston volunteered for sub-committee. ➢ Committee concerned about trespassing, safety, and operation of ATVs under the influence. ➢ Port Aransas leaning towards not allowing ATVs on beaches. ➢ John White stated the County will likely accept what ordinances are adopted by Corpus Christi and Port Aransas. ➢ Sub-committee meeting scheduled for Monday,January 13, 2014 at 5:30 PM at Comfort Suites. 6) Kleberg County Beach Access Update ➢ Greg Smith stated that Nueces County has secured grant to purchase property, proposal is at the General Land Office.The land has to be used for public recreation, but not a "park." One county cannot own and maintain a park in another county, but the county can own and hold land. ➢ Nueces County would enter into an "interlocal" agency agreement with Kleberg County for the right of law enforcement and beach maintenance MEETING MINUTES ISLAND STRATEGIC ACTION COMMITTEE Comfort Suites North Padre Island 15209 Windward Dr. Corpus Christi,TX, US, 78418 January 7, 2014 at 5:30 P.M. ➢ Include on February Agenda. 7) Packery Channel Area Maintenance &Access Issues ➢ Committee discussed trespassing and access issues; there was confusion on the jurisdiction and responsibility of TxDOT and City in controlling access to public property that leads to trespassing on private property. ➢ Committee has problem with Police not enforcing laws on trespassers, even when property has been damaged to gain access. City will check with Police Department to discuss issues related to trespassing on private property. 8) Fire Hydrants ➢ City summarized Fire Hydrant maintenance process and plan. ➢ Committee provided list of additional questions ➢ Include on February Agenda. 9) Sewer Pipe Replacement Status ➢ Committee asked about repairs to private property and landscapes damaged from project. ➢ City provided update—contractor in place; waiting on AEP payment issue, will provide update at next meeting. 10) Land Exit off Sea Pines ➢ Recent fiery vehicle accident on Sea Pines, endangered property. Committee requests restriction of access to undeveloped lots. ➢ Staff stated that streets in the City's Transportation plan cannot be barricaded or removed from road system without approval of Council. Paul stated the streets at the end of Sea Pines are platted but are not dedicated. ➢ Motion by Stan Hulse for City to research barricade options before spring break 2nd by Bryan Gulley. 11) Traffic/Street Issues ➢ Dasmarinas work contingent on weather, ability to pour certain materials. Anticipate completion in January. ➢ Include PIBA's proposal of lowering Speed Limit to 45 MPH on PR 22 in February Agenda. 12) Engineering Project Status/Bond 2012 Report ➢ Refer to Engineering Status Report. 13) Beach &Park Management ➢ Beach Maintenance front stacking permit is going through approval process, City can commence with front stacking as scheduled, in February. ➢ Spring Break Plan will occur at end of January, system should be same as last year, may have more people selling on beach. Preliminary Beach Parking Permit sales for 2013 were$138,000, about 10% higher than last year. Projecting permit sales to be$155,000 for 2014 ➢ Committee inquired about Beach Permit Fee change. City has inquired with partners, but has not received feedback. Greg Smith stated Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce has passed resolution in support of raising Permit Fee. Chair Hilpold asked if Greg Smith and John White would reach out to Port Aransas and Nueces County Officials,to communicate with their staff to contact Derek Herzog if this issue is to move forward. 14) Police Boat Patrol ➢ Bryan Gully stated he went to all meetings, understanding concept was approved by legal. Private funds were raised, but he was recently told the concept is not viable. ➢ Wes Pierson stated there was internal miscommunication and misunderstanding of authority for plan. Police Boat is beyond scope of City resources, however Chief supports storefront presence. ➢ Paul Schexnailder reminded the Committee and Staff that the "Annex" agreement requires police provide control of lands and waterways. MEETING MINUTES ISLAND STRATEGIC ACTION COMMITTEE Comfort Suites North Padre Island 15209 Windward Dr. Corpus Christi,TX, US, 78418 January 7, 2014 at 5:30 P.M. ➢ Stan Hulse stated South Padre was facing same issue. Solution was an agreement with agencies, like Texas Park &Wildlife and Customs, to have an officer on their patrol boats,with the authority to enforce local laws. ➢ Committee is asking for the long term plan for Police presence on the Island. ➢ Include on February Agenda as Police Patrol,invite someone from PD. 15) Schlitterbahn ➢ Park is still on schedule to open in June 2014. ➢ The Clubhouse has expanded to 40,000 sq. ft., designated uses on each floor to increase utilization of facility to 365 days a year. Should be open in mid-April. ➢ With various projects underway, a total of 113 units are being constructed by private developers. ➢ Some developments being planned include a $25 million, 200 unit apartment complex; a $25 million, 120 unit condominium community; and two 150-room hotels. 16) Schedule Next Meeting ➢ Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at 5:30 PM at the Comfort Inn Suites. 17) Adjournment ➢ Motion to adjourn by John White, 2nd by Gabi Hilpold. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM.