City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · July 14, 2020
Minutes
City Council & Board of Adjustment
Workshop & Regular Meeting Minutes
July 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
A Workshop & Regular Meeting of the City Council & Board of Adjustment of Dripping Springs, Texas
was held Tuesday, July 14, 2020 beginning at 6:00 p.m. via Videoconference and in the City Hall Council
Chambers located at 511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas.
I. VIDEOCONFERENCE MEETING
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II. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor/City Council/Board o(Adiustment present were:
Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Taline Manassian
Council Member Place 2 Wade King
Council Member Place 3 Todd Purcell
Council Member Place 4 April Harris Allison
Council Member Place 5 Travis Crow
City Staff/Appointed Officials/Consultants:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Gina Gillis
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Parks & Community Services Director Kelly Schmidt
DSRP Event Center Manager Tina Adams
Senior Planner Amanda Padilla
City Engineer Chad Gilpin
Public Works Coordinator Aaron Reed
Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
Emergency Management Coordinator Roman Baligad
IT Director Misty Dean
Planning Consultant Robyn Miga
Planning & Zoning Commission Chair Mim James
Historic Preservation Consultant/TIRZ Project Manager Keenan Smith
With a quorum of the City Council present, Mayor Foulds called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
III. WORKSHOP
No action will be taken during the Workshop.
A. Discussion and possible staff direction regarding the 2021 Legislative Session and the
City of Dripping Springs Legislative Program.
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file. The City Council directed staff to
meet with the City Attorney regarding any items they would like included in the 2021 City
of Dripping Springs Legislative Program.
B. Discussion regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget and Proposed
2020 Ad Valorem Tax Rate.
Gina Gillis presented the budget documents which are on file.
Kelly Schmidt presented the Parks & Community Services budget requests.
The City Council discussed the Ad Valorem Tax Rate and will take action during the regular
meeting.
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IV. RECESS & RECONVENE AT 6:30 P.M.
A motion was made by Council Member King to recess the meeting until 6:35 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern
Manassian seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
Mayor Foulds returned the meeting to Open Session and with a quorum of the City Council present,
he called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m.
V. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Foulds led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
VI. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
No action to be taken on proclamations and presentations. The City Council may choose to discuss
and take public comment on these items as necessary.
A. Presentation of Public Service Award in Recognition of Lynne Dickinson.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Foulds presented Lynne Dickinson with an Award for Public Service in recognition
of her commitment to the City and the community.
B. Presentation of Public Service Awards for outgoing Commission and Committee
Members.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
1. Melissa Starr, Historic Preservation Commission
2. Martin Garza, Planning & Zoning Commission
3. Erik Burgeson, Transportation Committee
4. Nicole Francois, Transportation Committee
Mayor Foulds presented awards to each outgoing member and thanked them for their service
and dedication.
Erik Burgeson spoke and thanked the City Council for the opportunity to serve.
VII. 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 ofthe 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.
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No one spoke during Presentation of Citizens.
VIII. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
The Board of Adjustment will consider items related to appeals of administrative land use
determinations, requests for variances and special exceptions related to land use projects, and other
items as provided for in the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances.
Board Members present were:
Chair Bill Foulds, Jr.
Board Member Taline Manassian
Board Member Wade King
Board Member Todd Purcell
Board Member April Harris-Allison
Board Member Travis Crow
Alternate Board Member Charlie Busbey
Alternate Board Member Joe Volpe
A. Public hearing and consideration of approval regarding VAR2020-0009: Special
Exception Application to consider a special exception to Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances Chapter 30, Section 5.7.8 Location of Parking Spaces, for property located
at 249 Sportsplex Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, (Legal Description: JWLP
Family, Lot 6, 1.2936 acres).
Applicant: Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
Jon Thompson, Chris Nygard, Andy Dodson and Erin Banks presented the item.
2. Staff Report
Amanda Padilla presented the staff report which is on file, and Chad Gilpin spoke regarding
sidewalks. Staff recommended approval for the special exception request with the following
conditions:
1. The remaining tenant spaces at 249 Sportsplex drive shall not be occupied until an
application is submitted to the City for 200 Sportsplex drive, approved, and is either
constructed or fiscal surety has been posted with the city; and
2. That a permanent easement of the parking facilities in favor of the premises to be
benefited shall be dedicated and recorded as a condition of such use on the property
located at 200 Sportsplex Drive.
3. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
Chair James: Commission recommended approval with staff conditions 7 to 0
4. Public Hearing
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No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
5. Special Exception
A motion was made by Board Member Purcell to deny VAR2020-0009: Special Exception
Application to consider a special exception to Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances Chapter
30, Section 5.7.8 Location of Parking Spaces, for property located at 249 Sportsplex Drive,
Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Board Member Crow seconded the motion. Upon further
discussion, Board Member Purcell and Board Member Crow withdrew their motion and
second respectively.
A motion was made by Board Member Purcell to postpone V AR2020-0009: Special
Exception Application to consider a special exception to Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances Chapter 30, Section 5.7.8 Location of Parking Spaces, for property located at
249 Spo1isplex Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 to the August 11, 2020 Board of
Adjustment regular meeting. Board Member Crow seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 6 to 0.
IX. 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.
A. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes:
1. June 9, 2020 City Council & Board of Adjustment Workshop & Regular Meeting
2. June 16, 2020 City Council Special Meeting
3. June 16, 2020 City Council Regular Meeting
4. June 24, 2020 City Council Special Meeting
B. Approval of the June 2020 City Treasurer's Report.
C. Approval of the Appointment of Janet Musgrove to the Farmers Market Association
Board for a term ending June 30, 2022 .
D. Approval of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Dripping Springs, Texas
adopting the Proposed October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021 Uniform Submittal
Schedule for Plat Submissions related to Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances
Chapter 28.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-35
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E. Approval of the Proposed Parkland Dedication for Sawyer Ranch Phase 2
Development, approximately 6.6989 acres, and situated at 290 Sawyer Ranch
Subdivision, Lot 2A.
Applicant: Cristina Cordoba and Brian Estes, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc.
F. Approval of the Proposed Parkland Dedication for the Heritage Development,
approximately 190.317 acres, situated in the Philip Smith Survey, Abstract No. 415,
Hays County, Texas.
Applicant: Alex Granados, Kimley-Horn & Associates
G. Approval of the Appointment of Pam Owens and Mike Carroll to the Dripping Springs
Ranch Park Board of Directors for terms ending September 30, 2021.
H. Approval of an Ordinance creating the Mercer Street Historic District Parking Fund
for retention of funds from parking fee-in-lieu collected in the Mercer Street Historic
District.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-36
I. Approval of Co-sponsorship Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and the
Dripping Springs Christian Academy for Enrollment, August 2020 (Summer & Fall
2020).
Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tern Manassian
J. Approval of a thirty (30) day extension to the Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for
Western Springs Apartments located at 400 Creek Road, Dripping Springs, Texas.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve Consent Agenda Items A - J. Council
Member King seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn into Executive Session under Texas
Government Code Section 551.071 , Consultation with City Attorney and regarding legal issues related to
Budget Agenda Item A: Discuss and consider approval of the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate for 2020.
Council Member King seconded the motion which carried 4 to 0, with Council Member Purcell absent during
voting.
The City Council met in Executive Session from 7:50 p.m. - 8:07 p.m. No action or vote was taken
during Executive Session.
Mayor Foulds returned the meeting to Open Session at 8:07 p.m.
OPEN SESSION
X. BUDGET
A. Discuss and consider approval of the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate for 2020.
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A motion was made by Council Member Purcell to set the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate
for 2020 at the voter approval rate of $.2026 per one-hundred dollars ($100.00) valuation.
Council Member Crow seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate for 2020
and the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Municipal Budget on August 11, 2020. Gina Gillis noted
that once the final figures are received from the Hays County Comptroller, the budget can
be revised with those associated budget items.
XI. BUSINESS
A. Discuss and consider approval of a Request from Hometown Missions for a Waiver of
the Administrative Fees for Associated Consultant Costs Incurred by the City of
Dripping Springs for V AR2018-0007: 1212 Creek Rd.
Applicant: Dave Edwards, Representative of Hometown Missions
Mayor Pro Tern Manassian presented the item and Michelle Fischer presented the staff
report which is on file.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to waive the twenty percent (20%)
Administrative Fees regarding Consultant Costs incurred related to VAR2018-0007: 1212
Creek Road, applicant Hometown Missions. Council Member Harris-Allison seconded the
motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
B. Public hearing and consideration of approval of an Ordinance regarding CUP2020-
0005: Application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the for the use of
"Warehouse/Office" for property zoned Commercial Services and located at 27950
Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs TX 78620 (Legal Description: A0415 Philip A Smith
Survey, MH Serial #UNK, TITLE #UNK, LABEL #UNK9999999, 0.93 acres, Grand
Prairie Lot 1 GEO#90405854).
Applicant: Jon Thompson, J Thompson Consulting
1. Presentation
Jon Thompson presented the item.
2. Staff Report
Robyn Miga presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommended approval with
the following conditions:
1. The property shall adhere to all City codes.
2. The temporary structures and the use are only allowed for a period of two (2) years
and will expire without renewal after such time.
3. Upon expiration of the Conditional Use Permit, all temporary structures shall be
removed from the site.
4. If the property owner wishes to construct any permanent structures on the site that
are not shown on the provided conceptual plan, they shall be required to reapply for
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a Conditional Use Permit, with the exception of the replacement of the existing
manufactured home on the site.
5. If the tent on the site reaches a point where damages are visible, the tent shall be
required to be replaced or repaired.
3. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
Chair James: Commission recommended approval 7 to 0, with staff conditions and the
recommendation that existing dilapidated structures be removed and.
4. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
5. Conditional Use Permit Ordinance
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve CUP2020-0005: Application
for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the for the use of "Warehouse/Office" for property
zoned Commercial Services and located at 27950 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs TX
78620, with direction to City Engineer Chad Gilpin to make a note on the site plan related
to the proper abandonment of the septic and with the following staff recommendations:
1. The property shall adhere to all City codes.
2. The temporary structures and the use are only allowed for a period of two (2) years
and will expire without renewal after such time.
3. Upon expiration of the Conditional Use Permit, all temporary structures shall be
removed from the site.
4. If the property owner wishes to construct any permanent structures on the site that
are not shown on the provided conceptual plan, they shall be required to reapply for
a Conditional Use Permit, with the exception of the replacement of the existing
manufactured home on the site.
5. If the tent on the site reaches a point where damages are visible, the tent shall be
required to be replaced or repaired.
6. All existing structures on the property shall be removed.
7. The tent and storage containers (as shown and allowed by the conceptual plan)
shall be properly screened from the right-of-way and are required to be setback at
least 25' from the property line where adjacent to residential.
8. A landscape plan shall be required at the time of site plan, which may include the
utilization of the existing trees on the site, as well as additional requirements for a
landscape buffer.
9. Property owner shall be required to coordinate with the City's architect on the color
of the shipping containers, in accordance with 24.03.052(4) of the City's Code of
Ordinances.
10. The applicant shall provide plans with the site development permit, which includes
drainage improvements as shown on the attached exhibit.
11. Delivery and pickups shall only be allowed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
12. Delivery trucks shall limit traffic through the Grand Prairie subdivision.
13. The property shall adhere to all Fire and Life Safety Codes found in the
International Fire Code.
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Council Member Han-is-Allison seconded the motion which carried 4 to 1, with Council
Member Purcell opposed.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-37
C. Discuss and consider approval of an Annexation Application and direction to staff to
negotiate an Annexation Agreement with Owners to annex approximately 11.1044
acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, situated in the E.B. Hargraves Survey No. 4,
Abstract No. 240, in Hays County, Texas west of Sawyer Ranch Road and South of
290.
Applicant: Jon Thompson, J Thompson Professional Consulting
1. Presentation - there was no presentation for this item.
2. Staff Report
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommended approval of
the application and authorization for designated staff to negotiate an Annexation Agreement.
3. Annexation Application
A motion was made by Council Member Purcell to approve an Annexation Application for
approximately 11.1044 acres in the extraten-itorial jurisdiction, and to authorize staff to
negotiate an Annexation Agreement. Mayor Pro Tern Manassian seconded the motion
which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
D. Public hearing and consideration of approval of an Ordinance regarding Subdivision
and Site Development Text Amendments to Article 28.04, Site Development, and
Exhibit A, Subdivision Ordinance, Section 15, Sidewalks, to provide an option for fee-
in-lieu for sidewalks.
1. Staff Report
Chad Gilpin presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommended approval of the
ordinances.
2. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
Chair James: Commission recommended approval 7 to 0
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Site Development Ordinance
5. Subdivision Ordinance
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve Ordinances regarding
Subdivision and Site Development Text Amendments to Aiiicle 28.04, Site Development,
and Exhibit A, Subdivision Ordinance, Section 15, Sidewalks, to provide an option for fee-
in-lieu for sidewalks. Council Member King seconded the motion. Upon further discussion,
Mayor Pro Tern Manassian amended her motion to include approval of an Ordinance
Amendment Article Al .000 (General Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances; Amending Section 3 Site Development and Section 4 Subdivision Fee Schedule
and Creating a Sidewalk Fund. Council Member King seconded the motion as amended
which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-38 (Sidewalk Site Development)
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-39 (Sidewalk Subdivision)
Filed as Ordinance No. 2020-40 (Fee Schedule Amendment for Sidewalk Fees)
E. Discuss and consider approval of an Amendment to Article Al.000 (General
Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances; Amending Section 3 Site
Development and Section 4 Subdivision Fee Schedule and Creating a Sidewalk Fund.
This item was approved by motion in the previous item.
F. Presentation on Patriots' Hall, to be located at 3400 E US 290, Dripping Springs, TX
78620.
Kathryn Chandler, President, Patriots' Hall
Kathryn Chandler gave a presentation on Patriots' Hall which is on file.
No action was taken regarding this item.
G. Discuss and consider approval of a Request from Patriots' Hall for Waiver of
Subdivision, Site Development, Signage, and other City Fees Associated with the
Development and Construction of Patriots' Hall, to be located at 3400 E US 290,
Dripping Springs, TX 78620, and Approval of Directive to City Staff regarding the
Request.
Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tern Manassian
Michelle Fischer presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommended approval of
the request.
A motion was made by Council Member Purcell to approve a Fee Waiver Request regarding
Subdivision, Site Development, Signage, and other City Fees Associated with the
Development and Construction of Patriots' Hall requested at this time, to be located at 3400
E US 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, and authorization for staff to negotiate and bring
back for City Council consideration, an agreement regarding the relinquishment of property
deeded to the VFW/ American Legion as referenced in the Westwood Development
Agreement. Council Member King seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
H. Presentation and discussion regarding the Stephenson Building Feasibility Study.
Keenan Smith, Historic Preservation Consultant
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Kennan Smith presented the staff report which is on file.
No action was taken regarding this item.
I. Discuss and consider approval of a Co-Sponsorship Agreement between the City of
Dripping Springs and Dripping Springs Helping Hands, Inc. for the 23rd Annual
Empty Bowls Project HOME EDITION to take place November 1-30, 2020.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Kelly Schmidt presented the staff report which is on fi le. Staff recommended approval of
the agreement.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve a Co-Sponsorship Agreement
between the City of Dripping Springs and Dripping Springs Helping Hands, Inc. for the 23rd
Annual Empty Bowls Project HOME EDITION to take place November 1-30, 2020.
Council Member Harris-Allison seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
J. Discuss and consider approval of a Resolution Adopting a Co-Sponsorship Policy.
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file . Staff reconunended approval of
the resolution and policy.
A motion was made by Council Member Purcell to approve a Resolution Adopting a Co-
Sponsorship Policy. Mayor Pro Tern Manassian seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 5 to O.
Filed as Resolution No. 2020-R31
K. Discuss and consider approval of Authorization for the City Administrator to execute
an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT regarding the Rob Shelton
Transportation Alternative Set Aside Sidewalk Project.
Sponsor: Council Member Crow
A motion was made by Council Member Crow to approve Authorization for the City
Administrator to execute an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT regarding the Rob
Shelton Transp01iation Alternative Set Aside Sidewalk Project and associated Resolution.
Council Member King seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
Filed as Resolution No. 2020-R32
L. Discuss and consider approval of an Amendment to the TIRZ Cost Participation
Agreement Amending the Reimbursement Schedule for Town Center Projects.
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file. Staff reconunended approval of
the amendment.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve an Amendment to the TIRZ
Cost Participation Agreement Amending the Reimbursement Schedule for Town Center
Projects. Council Member Crow seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
M. Discuss and consider the Appointment of three (3) individuals to the Transportation
Committee for terms ending June 30, 2022; and the Appointment of a Chair to serve
concurrent with their term.
Andrea Cunningham presented the staff report which is on file.
1. At-Large (3 Seats)
2. Committee Chair
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to appoint Jim Martin, Sharon Hamilton
and Barrett Criswell to the Transportation Committee for terms ending June 30, 2022; and
the Appointment of a Jim Martin to serve as Interim Chair until an appointment is made.
Council Member Crow seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
N. Discuss and consider the Appointment of two (2) individuals to the Utility Commission
for terms ending June 30, 2022.
Andrea Cunningham presented the staff report which is on file.
1. At-Large (1 Seat)
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to reappoint Chuck Miller to the Utility
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2022. Council Member Crow seconded the motion
which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
2. HTGCD Representative (1 Seat)
Ginger Faught reviewed the process and procedure for appointment ofrepresentatives to the
Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District.
No action was taken regarding this item.
XII. REPORTS
Reports o/Stajf, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Boards and Agencies. All reports are on.file and
available for review upon request.
A. Parks & Community Services Monthly Report
Kelly Schmidt, Parks & Community Services Director
Kelly Smith provided an update regarding the Founders Park Pool.
B. Maintenance & Facilities Monthly Report
Craig Rice, Maintenance Director
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C. Economic Development Committee Monthly Report
Kim Fernea, Economic Development Committee Chair
D. City Attorney Report
Laura Mueller, City Attorney
E. Emergency Management Services Report
Roman Baligad, Emergency Management Coordinator
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn into Executive Session under Texas
Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real
Property), and 551.074 (Personnel Matters), and regarding Executive Session Agenda Items A - E. Council
Member King seconded the motion which carried unanimously 5 to 0.
XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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 ofDripping 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.
A. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to Emergency
Management, Disaster Declaration, and Emergency Orders.
Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
B. Deliberation of Real Property and Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal
issues related to Real Property for the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone including
the Town Center Project and uses and real property in the Triangle and Veterans
Memorial Park.
Deliberation of Real Property, 551.072; Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
C. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to the Annexation of
property east of Sawyer Ranch Road and south of U.S. 290.
Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
D. Deliberate employment, evaluation, duties, and compensation for the following: City
Administrator; Deputy City Administrator; City Attorney; Executive Assistant; City
Secretary & Municipal Court Clerk; Records Management Clerk; Finance Director;
Accounting Clerk; Accounts Receivable Clerk; Communications Director;
Receptionist; Information Technology Coordinator; IT Intern; Senior Planner;
Planning Assistant Brandon Elliott; Planning Assistant Alicia Lundy-Morse; GIS
Analyst; Planning & Development Intern; Emergency Management Coordinator;
Public Works Coordinator; Code Enforcement Inspector; Building Official & Utility
Coordinator; Building Permit Technician; Residential Plans Examiner & Inspector;
Maintenance Director; Maintenance Workers Jim Bass, Sesario Garza, Timothy
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Tyree, and Bill Stevens; Maintenance & Service Worker; Parks & Community
Services Director; Events & Programs Specialist; Program Event Coordinator;
Farmers Market Manager; Founders Pool Manager; DSRP Event Center Manager;
DSRP Event Center Coordinator; DSRP Customer Service Specialist; DSRP Lead
Ranch Hand; DSRP Ranch Hands Sheri Kapanka, Sean Untersee, and Joseph Schorp;
DSRP Event Center Technician.
Personnel Matters, 551.074
E. Deliberate the employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Dripping
Springs Ranch Park Event Center Coordinator.
Personnel Matters, 551.074
The City Council met in Executive Session from 9:47 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
No vote or action was taken during Executive Session. Mayor Foulds returned the meeting to Open
Session at 10:40 p.m.
Council Member King did not return to the meeting following Executive Session.
XIV. UPCOMING MEETINGS
A. City Council & Board of Adjustment Meetings
July 21, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop I 6:00 Regular Meeting)
August 11, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop I 6:30 Regular Meeting)
August 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop I 6:30 Regular Meeting)
B. Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
July 16, 2020 Farmers Market Association Board at 10:00 a.m.
July 21, 2020 Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
July 22, 2020 Economic Development Committee at 4:00 p.m.
July 27, 2020 Transportation Committee at 3:30 p.m.
July 28, 2020 Planning & Zoning Commission at 6:30 p.m.
August 3, 2020 Parks & Recreation Commission at 6:00 p.m.
August 6, 2020 Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m.
August 10, 2020 TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
August 10, 2020 Founders Day Commission at 6:00 p.m.
XV. ADJOURN
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn the meeting. Council Member Harris-
Allision seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0, with Council Member King absent
during voting.
This regular meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
City Council & Board ofAdjustment July 14, 2020
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DATE APPROVED: August 11 , 2020
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City Council & Board of Adjustment July 14, 2020
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Agenda
City of Dripping Springs
City Council & Board of Adjustment Workshop & Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
511 Mercer Street - Dripping Springs, TX 78620
I. VIDEOCONFERENCE MEETING
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participate. Public comment may be given during the videoconference by joining the meeting using
the information below. Public comment/or this meeting may also be submitted to the City Secretary
at acunningham@cityofdrippingsprings.com, no later than 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2020.
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II. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor/City Council/Board ofAdjustment:
Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Taline Manassian
Council Member Place 2 Wade King
Council Member Place 3 Todd Purcell
Council Member Place 4 April Harris Allison
Council Member Place 5 Travis Crow
City StajjlAppointed Officials/Consultants:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Gina Gillis
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Parks & Community Services Director Kelly Schmidt
DSRP Event Center Manager Tina Adams
Senior Planner Amanda Padilla
City Engineer Chad Gilpin
Public Works Coordinator Aaron Reed
Emergency Management Coordinator Roman Baligad
Historic Preservation Consultant/TIRZ Project Manager Keenan Smith
III. WORKSHOP
No action will be taken during the Workshop.
A. Discussion and possible staff direction regarding the 2021 Legislative Session and the
City of Dripping Springs Legislative Program.
B. Discussion regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget and Proposed
2020 Ad Valorem Tax Rate.
IV. RECESS & RECONVENE AT 6:30 P.M.
V. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VI. PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
No action to be taken on proclamations and presentations. The City Council may choose to discuss
and take public comment on these items as necessary.
A. Presentation of Public Service Award in Recognition of Lynne Dickinson.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
B. Presentation of Public Service Awards for outgoing Commission and Committee
Members.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
1. Melissa Starr, Historic Preservation Commission
2. Martin Garza, Planning & Zoning Commission
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3. Erik Burgeson, Transportation Committee
4. Nicole Francois, Transportation Committee
VII. 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 ofcitizens or during each
public hearing. Speakers may not cede or pool time. Members ofthe 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.
VIII. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
The Board of Adjustment will consider items related to appeals of administrative land use
determinations, requests for variances and special exceptions related to land use projects, and other
items as provided for in the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances.
Board Members:
Chair Bill Foulds, Jr.
Board Member Taline Manassian
Board Member Wade King
Board Member Todd Purcell
Board Member April Harris-Allison
Board Member Travis Crow
Alternate Board Member Charlie Busbey
Alternate Board Member Joe Volpe
A. Public hearing and consideration of approval regarding VAR2020-0009: Special
Exception Application to consider a special exception to Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances Chapter 30, Section 5.7.8 Location of Parking Spaces, for property located
at 249 Sportsplex Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, (Legal Description: JWLP
Family, Lot 6, 1.2936 acres).
Applicant: Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report
3. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
4. Public Hearing
5. Special Exception
IX. 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
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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.
A. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes:
1. June 9, 2020 City Council & Board of Adjustment Workshop & Regular Meeting
2. June 16, 2020 City Council Special Meeting
3. June 16, 2020 City Council Regular Meeting
4. June 24, 2020 City Council Special Meeting
B. Approval of the June 2020 City Treasurer's Report.
C. Approval of the Appointment of Janet Musgrove to the Farmers Market Association
Board for a term ending June 30, 2022.
D. Approval of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Dripping Springs, Texas
adopting the Proposed October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021 Uniform Submittal
Schedule for Plat Submissions related to Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances
Chapter 28.
E. Approval of the Proposed Parkland Dedication for Sawyer Ranch Phase 2
Development, approximately 6.6989 acres, and situated at 290 Sawyer Ranch
Subdivision, Lot 2A.
Applicant: Cristina Cordoba and Brian Estes, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc.
F. Approval of the Proposed Parkland Dedication for the Heritage Development,
approximately 190.317 acres, situated in the Philip Smith Survey, Abstract No. 415,
Hays County, Texas.
Applicant: Alex Granados, Kimley-Hom & Associates
G. Approval of the Appointment of Pam Owens and Mike Carroll to the Dripping Springs
Ranch Park Board of Directors for terms ending September 30, 2021.
H. Approval of an Ordinance creating the Mercer Street Historic District Parking Fund
for retention of funds from parking fee-in-lieu collected in the Mercer Street Historic
District.
I. Approval of Co-sponsorship Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and the
Dripping Springs Christian Academy for Enrollment, August 2020 (Summer & Fall
2020).
Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tern Manassian
J. Approval of a thirty (30) day extension to the Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for
Western Springs Apartments located at 400 Creek Road, Dripping Springs, Texas.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
X. BUDGET
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A. Discuss and consider approval of the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate for 2020.
XI. BUSINESS
A. Discuss and consider approval of a Request from Hometown Missions for a Waiver of
the Administrative Fees for Associated Consultant Costs Incurred by the City of
Dripping Springs for VAR2018-0007: 1212 Creek Rd.
Applicant: Dave Edwards, Representative of Hometown Missions
B. Public hearing and consideration of approval of an Ordinance regarding CUP2020-
0005: Application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the for the use of
"Warehouse/Office" for property zoned Commercial Services and located at 27950
Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs TX 78620 (Legal Description: A0415 Philip A Smith
Survey, MH Serial #UNK, TITLE #UNK, LABEL #UNK9999999, 0.93 acres, Grand
Prairie Lot 1 GEO#90405854).
Applicant: Jon Thompson, J Thompson Consulting
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report
3. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
4. Public Hearing
5. Conditional Use Permit Ordinance
C. Discuss and consider approval of an Annexation Application and direction to staff to
negotiate an Annexation Agreement with Owners to annex approximately 11.1044
acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, situated in the E.B. Hargraves Survey No. 4,
Abstract No. 240, in Hays County, Texas west of Sawyer Ranch Road and South of
290.
Applicant: Jon Thompson, J Thompson Professional Consulting
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report
3. Annexation Application
D. Public hearing and consideration of approval of an Ordinance regarding Subdivision
and Site Development Text Amendments to Article 28.04, Site Development, and
Exhibit A, Subdivision Ordinance, Section 15, Sidewalks, to provide an option for fee-
in-lieu for sidewalks.
1. Staff Report
2. Planning and Zoning Commission Report
3. Public Hearing
4. Site Development Ordinance
5. Subdivision Ordinance
E. Discuss and consider approval of an Amendment to Article Al.000 (General
Provisions) of the Dripping Springs Code of Ordinances; Amending Section 3 Site
Development and Section 4 Subdivision Fee Schedule and Creating a Sidewalk Fund.
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F. Presentation on Patriots' Hall, to be located at 3400 E US 290, Dripping Springs, TX
78620.
Kathryn Chandler, President, Patriots' Hall
G. Discuss and consider approval of a Request from Patriots' Hall for Waiver of
Subdivision, Site Development, Signage, and other City Fees Associated with the
Development and Construction of Patriots' Hall, to be located at 3400 E US 290,
Dripping Springs, TX 78620, and Approval of Directive to City Staff regarding the
Request.
Sponsor: Mayor Pro Tern Manassian
H. Presentation and discussion regarding the Stephenson Building Feasibility Study.
Keenan Smith, Historic Preservation Consultant
I. Discuss and consider approval of a Co-Sponsorship Agreement between the City of
Dripping Springs and Dripping Springs Helping Hands, Inc. for the 23rd Annual
Empty Bowls Project HOME EDITION to take place November 1-30, 2020.
Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
J. Discuss and consider approval of a Resolution Adopting a Co-Sponsorship Policy.
K. Discuss and consider approval of Authorization for the City Administrator to execute
an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT regarding the Rob Shelton
Transportation Alternative Set Aside Sidewalk Project.
Sponsor: Council Member Crow
L. Discuss and consider approval of an Amendment to the TIRZ Cost Participation
Agreement Amending the Reimbursement Schedule for Town Center Projects.
M. Discuss and consider the Appointment of three (3) individuals to the Transportation
Committee for terms ending June 30, 2022; and the Appointment of a Chair to serve
concurrent with their term.
I. At-Large (3 Seats)
2. Committee Chair
N. Discuss and consider the Appointment of two (2) individuals to the Utility Commission
for terms ending June 30, 2022.
I. At-Large (1 Seat)
2. HTGCD Representative (1 Seat)
XII. REPORTS
Reports ofStaff, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Boards and Agencies. All reports are onfile and
available for review upon request.
A. Parks & Community Services Monthly Report
Kelly Schmidt, Parks & Community Services Director
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B. Maintenance & Facilities Monthly Report
Craig Rice, Maintenance Director
C. Economic Development Committee Monthly Report
Kim Fernea, Economic Development Committee Chair
D. City Attorney Report
Laura Mueller, City Attorney
E. Emergency Management Services Report
Roman Baligad, Emergency Management Coordinator
XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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 ofDripping 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.
A. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to Emergency
Management, Disaster Declaration, and Emergency Orders.
Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
B. Deliberation of Real Property and Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal
issues related to Real Property for the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone including
the Town Center Project and uses and real property in the Triangle and Veterans
Memorial Park.
Deliberation of Real Property, 551.072; Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
C. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to the Annexation of
property east of Sawyer Ranch Road and south of U.S. 290.
Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
D. Deliberate employment, evaluation, duties, and compensation for the following: City
Administrator; Deputy City Administrator; City Attorney; Executive Assistant; City
Secretary & Municipal Court Clerk; Records Management Clerk; Finance Director;
Accounting Clerk; Accounts Receivable Clerk; Communications Director;
Receptionist; Information Technology Coordinator; IT Intern; Senior Planner;
Planning Assistant Brandon Elliott; Planning Assistant Alicia Lundy-Morse; GIS
Analyst; Planning & Development Intern; Emergency Management Coordinator;
Public Works Coordinator; Code Enforcement Inspector; Building Official & Utility
Coordinator; Building Permit Technician; Residential Plans Examiner & Inspector;
Maintenance Director; Maintenance Workers Jim Bass, Sesario Garza, Timothy
Tyree, and Bill Stevens; Maintenance & Service Worker; Parks & Community
Services Director; Events & Programs Specialist; Program Event Coordinator;
Farmers Market Manager; Founders Pool Manager; DSRP Event Center Manager;
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DSRP Event Center Coordinator; DSRP Customer Service Specialist; DSRP Lead
Ranch Hand; DSRP Ranch Hands Sheri Kapanka, Sean Untersee, and Joseph Schorp;
DSRP Event Center Technician.
Personnel Matters, 551.074
E. Deliberate the employment, evaluation, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Dripping
Springs Ranch Park Event Center Coordinator.
Personnel Matters, 551. 07 4
XIV. UPCOMING MEETINGS
A. City Council & Board of Adjustment Meetings
July 21 , 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop / 6:00 Regular Meeting)
August 11 , 2020 at 6:00 p .m. (6:00 Workshop / 6:30 Regular Meeting)
August 18 , 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop / 6:30 Regular Meeting)
B. Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
July 16, 2020 Farmers Market Association Board at 10:00 a.m.
July 2 1, 2020 Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
July 22, 2020 Economic Development Committee at 4:00 p.m.
July 27, 2020 Transpo1iation Committee at 3:30 p.m.
July 28, 2020 Planning & Zoning Commission at 6:30 p.m.
August 3, 2020 Parks & Recreation Commission at 6:00 p.m.
August 6, 2020 Historic Preservation Commission at 4:00 p.m.
August 10, 2020 TIRZ No . 1 & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
August 10, 2020 Founders Day Commission at 6:00 p.m.
XV. ADJOURN
XVI. 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 fi'om this meeting.
Due to the Texas Governor Order, Hays County Order, City of Dripping Springs Disaster
Declaration, and Center for Disease Control guidelines related to COVID-19, a quorum of this body
could not be gathered in one place, and this meeting will be conducted through videoconferencing.
Texas Government Code Sections 551.045; 551 .125; and 551.127.
I certify that this notice of meeting was posted at the City of Dripping Springs City Hg._~))~~e,
www.cityofdrippingsprings.com, on July JO, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. ~~\PP.!~R. :i
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