City Council & Board of Adjustment Workshop & Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · October 4, 2022
Minutes
CITY COUNCIL
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WORKSHOP & REGULAR MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
DRIPPING SPRINGS Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Texas
Tuesday, October 04, 2022 at 6:00 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
With a quorum of the City Counci l present, Mayor Foulds, Jr. called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Citp Co1111ci/ Members present were:
Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Taline Manassian
Council Member Place 2 Wade King
Council Member Place 3 Geoffrey Tahuahua
Council Member Place 4 Travis Crow
Council Member Place 5 Sherrie Parks
Staff. Co11sulta11ts & Appoi11ted/E/ected Officials present were:
City Administrator Micelle Fischer
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Shawn Cox
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Parks & Community Services Director Andy Binz
Community Events Coordinator Caylie Houchin
Farmers Market Manager Charlie Reed
Farmers Market Specialist Johnna Krantz
City Planner Warlan Rivera
Senior Planner Tory Carpenter
Planning Director Howard Koontz
TIRZ Project Manager Keenan Smith
Planning & Zoning Commission Chair Mim James
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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Mayor Pro Tern Manassian led the P ledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation proclaiming October 5, 2022, as "World Teachers' Day" in the City of
Dripping Springs, Texas. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Council Member King read the proclamation and presented to Dr. Karen Kidd, DSISD
Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Innovation.
City Council October 4, 2022
Workshop & Regular Meeting Minutes Page I o/5
2. Proclamation of the City of Dripping Springs Proclaiming the month of October 2022,
as "Hill Country Night Sky Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council
lvfember Sherrie Parks.
Council Member Parks read the proclamation and presented it to Parks & Community
Services Director Andrew Binz .
WORl(SHOP
Workshop items are for discussion only and no action will be taken.
3. Presentation and recommendation related to potential projects and additional parcels
related for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones 1 & 2. Sponsor: J..1ayor Pro Tem
lvfanassian.
Laura Mueller gave a presentation which is on file. Recommendations were provided by the
City Council.
CITY COUNCIL
PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member ofthe public who desires to address the City Council regarding any item on an agenda for an
open meeting may do so at presentation of citizens before an item or at a public hearing for an item
during the City Council's consideration of that item. Citizens wishing lo discuss mallers not contained
within the current agenda may do so, but only during the time allotted for presentation of citizens.
Speakers are allowed two (2) minutes to speak during presentation of citizens or during each public
hearing. Speakers may not cede or pool time. Members of the public requiring the assistance of a
trans lator will be given twice the amount of time as a member of the public who does not require the
assistance ofa translator to address the City Council. It is the request of the City Council that members
ofthe public wishing to speak on item(s) on the agenda with a noticed Public Hearing hold their comments
until the item(s) are presented for consideration. Speakers are encouraged to sign in. Anyone may
request a copy of the City's policy on presentation of citizens.from the city secretcnJJ. By law no action
may be taken during Presentations of Citizens.
Pam Owens, Dripping Springs Visitors Bureau CEO, spoke regarding the Dripping Springs
Songwriters Festival.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are anticipated lo require little or no individualized discussion due lo their nature
being clerical, ministerial, mundane or routine. In an effort lo enhance the efficiency of City Council
meetings, it is intended that these items will be acted upon by the City Council with a single motion because
no public hearing or determination is necessa1JJ. However, a City Council A1ember or citizen may request
separate deliberation for a specific item, in which event those items will be removed from the consent
agenda prior to the City Council voting on the consent agenda as a collective, singular item. Prior to
voting on the consent agenda, the City Council may add additional items that are listed elsewhere on the
same agenda.
4. Approval of the September 20, 2022, City Council regular meeting minutes.
City Council October 4, 2022
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A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to approve Consent Agenda Item I.
Council Member Crow seconded the motion which carried 4 to O to 1, with Mayor Pro Tern
Manassian abstaining.
BUSINESS AGENDA
5. Discuss and consider the appointment of one (1) individual to the Parks & Recreation
Commission as the Dripping Springs Youth Sports Association (DSYSA) representative
for a term ending June 30, 2024.
Andrea Cunningham presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends the
appointment of Joe Wright.
A motion was made by Council Member Parks to appoint Joe Wrigth to Parks & Recreation
Commission as the Dripping Springs Youth Sports Association (DSYSA) representative for
a term ending June 30, 2024. Council Member Tahuahua seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 5 to 0.
6. Discuss and consider approval of the expansion of the Farmers Market to host a
Saturday morning market. Sponsor: Council A1ember Sherrie Parks.
Charlie Reed presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
Saturday morning market.
A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to approve of the expansion of the Farmers
Market to host a Saturday morning market. Council Member Parks seconded the motion which
carried unanimously 5 to 0.
7. Discuss and consider an Ordinance amending Appendix A: Article Al.000 (General
Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances; Amending the Dripping
Springs Fee Schedule Section 3: Site Development; Section 9: Parks & Recreation;
Section 15: Farmers Market; and Section 17: Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Sponsor:
Council Member Sherrie Parks
Andrew Binz presented the staff report which is on file. Staff, and the Parks & Recreation
Commission and DSRP Board recommend approval of the amendments w ith correction to
hourly rate blocks for the Founders Park Pavilion and spelling errors.
Pam Owens, DSRP Board Secretary, spoke in regarding Dripping Springs Ranch Park
Agricultural Facility Fees.
A motion was made by Council Member Parks to approve an Ordinance amending Appendix
A: Article A l.000 (General Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances;
Amending the Dripping Springs Fee Schedule Section 3: Site Development; Section 9: Parks
& Recreation; Section 15: Farmers Market; and Section 17: Dripping Springs Ranch Park with
staff recommendations. Mayor Pro Tem Manassian seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 5 to 0.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2022-37
City Council October 4, 2022
Workshop & Regular Meeting Minutes Page3 o/5
8. Public hearing and consideration of an Ordinance approving CUP2022-0004: an
application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a mobile food vendor for longer than
10 days at 501 Old Fitzhugh Road. Applicant: Nathan Pruiff
a. Applicant Presentation - Applicant was not present.
b. Staff Report - Tory Carpenter presented the staff report which is on file. Keenan
Smith presented the Historic Preservation Commission recommendation. Staff and the
Historic Preservation Commission recommend approval of the conditional use permit.
c. Planning & Zoning Commission Report - Mim James presented the report. The
Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval 7 to 0.
d. Public Hearing - Pam Ownes spoke in support of the conditional use permit.
e. Ordinance - A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to approve of an
Ordinance approving CUP2022-0004: an application for a Conditional Use Permit to
allow a mobile food vendor for longer than 10 days at 501 Old Fitzhugh Road with the
following conditions: 1) applicant must comply with city lighting ordinances; and 2) the
conditional use permit must be reviewed and approved for renewal by the City Council
every two (2) years. Council Member King seconded the motion which carried 4 to 1,
with Mayor Pro Tem Manassian opposed.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2022-38
REPORTS
Reports of Sta.ff, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Boards and Agencies. All reports are on file and
available for review upon request. The City Council may provide staffdirection; however, no action may
be taken.
No reports were presented.
A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to adjourn into Executive Session under Texas
Government Code Section 551.071, Consultation with City Attorney and Executive Session Agenda Item
9. Council Member Parks seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
The City Council for the City ofDripping Springs has the right to adjoum into executive session at any
time during the course of this meeting to discuss any ,naffer as authorized by Texas Government Code
Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attome;1, 551.072 (Deliberations about Real ProperM, 551.073
Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel A1atters), 551.076 (Deliberations about
Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). The City Council for the City of Dripping
Springs may act on any item listed in Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive
Session to Open Session for action.
9. Consultation with Counsel related to litigation regarding the South Regional Water
Reclamation Project, Wastewater Permits, Code Enforcement, and related
items. Consultation with City Attomey, 551.071
The City Council met in Executive Session from 7:42 - 7:48 p.m.
City Council October 4, 2022
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No action was taken during the Executive Session. Mayor Foulds, Jr. returned the meeting to Open
Session at 7:48 p.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Cit)! Council & Board o(Adiustment Meetings
October 18, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
November I, 2022, at 6:00 pm. (CC & BOA)
November 15, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
October 5, 2022, DSRP Board at 11 :00 a.m.
October 6, 2022, Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m.
October 11 , 2022, Planning & Zoning Commission at 6:00 p.m.
October 12, 2022, Utility Commission at 4:00 p.m.
October 17, 2022 TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manassian to adjourn the meeting. Council Member Parks
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.
APPROVED ON:
ATTEST:
City Council October 4, 2022
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Agenda
CITY COUNCIL & BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
WORKSHOP & REGULAR MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Tuesday, October 04, 2022 at 6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
City Council Members
Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Taline Manassian
Council Member Place 2 Wade King
Council Member Place 3 Geoffrey Tahuahua
Council Member Place 4 Travis Crow
Council Member Place 5 Sherrie Parks
Staff, Consultants & Appointed/Elected Officials
City Administrator Micelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Shawn Cox
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
IT Director Jason Weinstock
Parks & Community Services Director Andy Binz
Community Events Coordinator Caylie Houchin
Public Works Director Aaron Reed
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation proclaiming October 5, 2022, as "World Teachers' Day" in the City of
Dripping Springs, Texas. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
2. Proclamation of the City of Dripping Springs Proclaiming the month of October 2022,
as "Hill Country Night Sky Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council
Member Sherrie Parks.
WORKSHOP
Workshop items are for discussion only and no action will be taken.
3. Presentation and recommendation related to potential projects and additional parcels
related for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones 1 & 2. Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tem
Manassian.
CITY COUNCIL
PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member of the public who desires to address the City Council regarding any item on an agenda for an
open meeting may do so at presentation of citizens before an item or at a public hearing for an item
during the City Council’s consideration of that item. Citizens wishing to discuss matters not contained
within the current agenda may do so, but only during the time allotted for presentation of citizens.
Speakers are allowed two (2) minutes to speak during presentation of citizens or during each public
hearing. Speakers may not cede or pool time. Members of the public requiring the assistance of a
translator will be given twice the amount of time as a member of the public who does not require the
assistance of a translator to address the City Council. It is the request of the City Council that members
of the public wishing to speak on item(s) on the agenda with a noticed Public Hearing hold their comments
until the item(s) are presented for consideration. Speakers are encouraged to sign in. Anyone may
request a copy of the City’s policy on presentation of citizens from the city secretary. By law no action
may be taken during Presentations of Citizens.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are anticipated to require little or no individualized discussion due to their nature
being clerical, ministerial, mundane or routine. In an effort to enhance the efficiency of City Council
meetings, it is intended that these items will be acted upon by the City Council with a single motion because
no public hearing or determination is necessary. However, a City Council Member or citizen may request
separate deliberation for a specific item, in which event those items will be removed from the consent
agenda prior to the City Council voting on the consent agenda as a collective, singular item. Prior to
voting on the consent agenda, the City Council may add additional items that are listed elsewhere on the
same agenda.
4. Approval of the September 20, 2022, City Council regular meeting minutes.
BUSINESS AGENDA
5. Discuss and consider the appointment of one (1) individual to the Parks & Recreation
Commission as the Dripping Springs Youth Sports Association (DSYSA) representative
for a term ending June 30, 2024.
6. Discuss and consider approval of the expansion of the Farmers Market to host a
Saturday morning market. Sponsor: Council Member Sherrie Parks.
7. Discuss and consider an Ordinance amending Appendix A: Article A1.000 (General
Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances; Amending the Dripping
Springs Fee Schedule Section 3: Site Development; Section 9: Parks & Recreation;
Section 15: Farmers Market; and Section 17: Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Sponsor:
Council Member Sherrie Parks
8. Public hearing and consideration of an Ordinance approving CUP2022-0004: an
application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a mobile food vendor for longer than
10 days at 501 Old Fitzhugh Road. Applicant: Nathan Pruitt
a. Applicant Presentation
b. Staff Report
c. Planning & Zoning Commission Report
d. Public Hearing
e. Ordinance
REPORTS
Reports of Staff, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Boards and Agencies. All reports are on file and
available for review upon request. The City Council may provide staff direction; however, no action may
be taken.
EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
The City Council for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to adjourn into executive session at any
time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as authorized by Texas Government Code
Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073
Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about
Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). The City Council for the City of Dripping
Springs may act on any item listed in Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive
Session to Open Session for action.
9. Consultation with Counsel related to litigation regarding the South Regional Water
Reclamation Project, Wastewater Permits, Code Enforcement, and related
items. Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
UPCOMING MEETINGS
City Council & Board of Adjustment Meetings
October 18, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
November 1, 2022, at 6:00 pm. (CC & BOA)
November 15, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
October 5, 2022, DSRP Board at 11:00 a.m.
October 6, 2022, Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m.
October 11, 2022, Planning & Zoning Commission at 6:00 p.m.
October 12, 2022, Utility Commission at 4:00 p.m.
October 17, 2022 TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
ADJOURN
TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT PUBLIC NOTIFICATION & POSTING OF MEETING
All agenda items listed above are eligible for discussion and action unless otherwise specifically
noted. This notice of meeting is posted in accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's
Texas Codes. Annotated. In addition, the City Council may consider a vote to excuse the absence of any
City Council Member for absence from this meeting.
I certify that this notice of meeting was posted at the City of Dripping Springs City Hall and website,
www.cityofdrippingsprings.com, on September 30, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.
City Administrator
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