City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · April 13, 2021
Minutes
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM
MINUTES
AMENDED AGENDA
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Citv Council Members
Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Taline Manassian
Council Member Place 2 Wade King
Council Member Place 4 April Harris Allison
Council Member Place 5 Travis Crow
Staff, Co11sulta11ts & Appointed/Elected Officials
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Gina Gillis
Finance Director Shawn Cox
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
Senior Planner Amanda Padilla
Parks & Community Services Director Kelly Schmidt
Public Works Coordinator Aaron Reed
City Council April I 3, 202 I
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DSRP Event Center Manager Tina Adams
Planning & Zoning Commission Members: Chair Mim James, Vice Chair Jim Martin, John
McIntosh and Tammie Williamson
Utility Commission Member: Jeff Foreman
With a quorum of the City Council present, Mayor Foulds called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
WORKSHOP
Workshop items are for discussion only and no action will be taken.
1. Presentation of Concept Plan for Cannon (Pulte Homes).
Bryan Beil gave a presentation which is on file.
2. Presentation and discussion regarding the City of Dripping Springs Branding. Lisa
Sullivan, Communications Director
Lisa Sullivan gave a presentation which is on file.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member King led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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 fv.10 (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 tv.1ice 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
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 secretary. By law no action
may be taken during Presentations ofCitizens.
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
3. Approval of a Proclamation recognizing the contributions of Carl and Susie Waits to the
Dripping Springs Adult Softball League Program and Declaring April 13, 2021 as "Carl
& Susie Waits Day" in the City of Dripping Springs."
Mayor Foulds read and presented the proclamation to Carl and Susie Waits.
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Via unanimous consent, the City Council approved a Proclamation recogmzmg the
contributions of Carl and Susie Waits to the Dripping Springs Adult Softball League Program
and Declaring April 13, 2021 as "Carl & Susie Waits Day" in the City of Dripping Springs."
4. Approval of a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as "Child Abuse Prevention
Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council A1ember King
Council Member King read and presented the proclamation to Dan O'Brien and Hays-
Caldwell Women's Center representative Megan Osborne.
Via unanimous consent, the City Council approved a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as
"Child Abuse Prevention Month" in the City of Dripping Springs.
5. Approval of a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as "Sexual Assault Awareness and
Prevention Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council Member King
Council Member King read and presented the proclamation to Dan O'Brien and Hays-
Caldwell Women's Center representative Megan Osborne.
Via unanimous consent, the City Council approved a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as
"Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month" in the City of Dripping Springs.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are anticipated to require /;Ille or no individuaUzed 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 Oty Council with a single motion because
no public hearing or determination is necessa,y. 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
voling on the consent agenda, the City Council may add additional items that are listed elsewhere on the
same agenda.
6. Approval of the March 9, 2021 City Council & Board of Adjustment regular meeting
minutes, and the March 16, 2021 City Council regular meeting minutes.
7. Approval of the March 2021 City Treasurer's Report.
8. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs
and Oldner Lighting for Lighting Consultant Services.
9. Approval of an Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs, Driftwood DLC Austin
II, LLC and Driftwood Conservation District for the Creation and Operation of
Drifhvood Conservation District.
10. Approval of a Use Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and Dripping
Springs Adult Softball Association for use of the softball fields located at Dripping
Springs Sports and Recreation Park.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve Consent Agenda Items 6 - 10.
Council Member King seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
BUSINESS AGENDA
11. Discuss and consider approval of an Annexation Application and direction to staff to
negotiate an Annexation Agreement with Owners to annex approximately 78.021 acres
in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, situated in the Benjamin F Hanna Survey, Abstract
No. 222, located at 2901 W US Highway 290, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620.
Amanda Padilla presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
annexation application.
A motion was made by Council Member Crow to approve an Atmexation Application and
direction to staff to negotiate an Annexation Agreement with Owners to annex approximately
78.021 acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, situated in the Benjamin F Hanna Survey,
Abstract No. 222, located at 2901 W US Highway 290, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620.
Council Member Harris-Allison seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
12. Discuss and consider approval of Amended Lease Agreement for use of the Veterans
Memorial Park by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion.
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
amended lease.
A motion was made by Council Member Harris-Allison to approve an Amended Lease
Agreement for use of the Veterans Memorial Park by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and
American Legion. Council Member Crow seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4
to 0.
13. Discuss and consider the selection of up to two (2) candidates for the Dripping Springs
Water Supply Corporation Board of Directors 2021 Election, and authorization for the
City Secretary to submit the ballot.
Council Member Crow recused from this item and exited the meeting.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manassian to authorize the Mayor to select up to two
(2) candidates for the Dripping Springs Water Supply Corporation Board of Directors 202 1
Election, and authorization for the City Secretary to submit the ballot. Council Member
Harris-Allison seconded the motion which carried 3 to O to 1, with Council Member Crow
recused.
Council Member Crow returned to the meeting.
14. Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance Amending the City of Dripping Springs
Fee Schedule to Include After Hours Inspection Fees.
Aaron Reed presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the fee
amendment.
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A motion was made by Council Member Crow to approve an Ordinance Amending the City
of Dripping Springs Fee Schedule to Include After Hours Inspection Fees with the condition
that a note be added to pre-construction meetings regarding the fee. Council Member King
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2021-14
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 staffdirection; however, no action may
be taken.
Reports are on file and available for review upon request.
15. Unified Development Code Update Monthly Report
Amanda Padilla, Senior Planner
16. Maintenance Director's Monthly Report
Craig Rice, Maintenance Director
17. Economic Development Committee Monthly Report
Kim Fernea, EDC Chair
18. Transportation Committee Monthly Report
Jim Martin, Interim Chair
19. PCS Director's Report - February & March 2021
Kelly Schmidt, Parks & Community Services Director
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn into Executive Session under Texas
Government Code Sections 551.071, Consultation with City Attorney, and 551.072, Deliberation of Real
Property and regarding Executive Session Agenda Items 20 - 23. Council Member Crow seconded the
motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
The City Council for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to adjoum 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.
20. Consultation with City Attorney related to legal issues on rev1Sions to the City of
Dripping Springs Personnel Manual. Consultation with City Attorney, 551. 071
21. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to Emergency
Management, Disaster Declaration, and Emergency Orders. Consultation ·with City
Attomey, 551.071
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22. Consultation with City Attorney related to legislative program and matters regarding
water, wastewater, and other utility issues. Consultation with City Attorney, 551. 071
23. Consultation with City Attorney and Deliberation of Real Property regarding legal
issues related to Real Property for the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone including the
Town Center Project and uses, real property in the Triangle and Veterans Memorial
Park, and real property related to Roger Hanks Parkway. Consultation with City
Attorney, 551.071; Deliberation ofReal Property, 551.072
The City Council met in Executive Session from 7:31 - 8:10 p.m.
No vote or action was taken during Executive Session. Mayor Foulds returned the meeting to Open
Session at 8:12 p.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Citv Co1111cil Meetings
April 20, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
May 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
May 18, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Board, Co111111issio11 & Committee Meetings
April 14, 2021 Utility Commission at 4:00 p .m.
April 15, 2021 Farmers Market Board at 10:00 a.m.
April 15, 2021 Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
April 15, 2021 Historic Preservation Commission (Special) at 2:00 p.m.
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn the meeting. Council Member
Harris-Allison seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
APPROVED ON: May 11, 2021
!Bill i ~J/;)i
Bill Foulds, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Andrea Cunninghan
City Council April 13, 2021
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Agenda
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM
VIDEOCONFERENCE MEETING
This meeting will be held via videoconference and the public is encouraged and welcome to participate.
Public comment may be given during the videoconference by joining the meeting using the information
below. Public comment for this meeting may also be submitted to the City Secretary at
acunningham@cityofdrippingsprings.com no later than 3:00 PM on the day the meeting will be held.
The City Council respectfully requests that all microphones and webcams be disabled unless you are a
member of the City Council or Board of Adjustment. City staff, consultants and presenters please enable
your microphone and webcam when presenting to the City Council or Board of Adjustment.
AGENDA
AMENDED AGENDA
MEETING SPECIFIC VIDEOCONFERENCE INFORMATION
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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 4 April Harris Allison
Council Member Place 5 Travis Crow
Staff, Consultants & Appointed/Elected Officials
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Gina Gillis
Finance Director Shawn Cox
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
Senior Planner Amanda Padilla
Parks & Community Services Director Kelly Schmidt
WORKSHOP
Workshop items are for discussion only and no action will be taken.
1. Presentation of Concept Plan for Cannon (Pulte Homes).
2. Presentation and discussion regarding the City of Dripping Springs Branding. Lisa
Sullivan, Communications Director
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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.
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
3. Approval of a Proclamation recognizing the contributions of Carl and Susie Waits to the
Dripping Springs Adult Softball League Program and Declaring April 13, 2021 as "Carl
& Susie Waits Day" in the City of Dripping Springs."
4. Approval of a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as "Child Abuse Prevention
Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council Member King
5. Approval of a Proclamation proclaiming April 2021 as "Sexual Assault Awareness and
Prevention Month" in the City of Dripping Springs. Sponsor: Council Member King
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.
6. Approval of the March 9, 2021 City Council & Board of Adjustment regular meeting
minutes, and the March 16, 2021 City Council regular meeting minutes.
7. Approval of the March 2021 City Treasurer's Report.
8. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs
and Oldner Lighting for Lighting Consultant Services.
9. Approval of an Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs, Driftwood DLC Austin
II, LLC and Driftwood Conservation District for the Creation and Operation of
Driftwood Conservation District.
10. Approval of a Use Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and Dripping
Springs Adult Softball Association for use of the softball fields located at Dripping
Springs Sports and Recreation Park.
BUSINESS AGENDA
11. Discuss and consider approval of an Annexation Application and direction to staff to
negotiate an Annexation Agreement with Owners to annex approximately 78.021 acres
in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, situated in the Benjamin F Hanna Survey, Abstract
No. 222, located at 2901 W US Highway 290, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620.
12. Discuss and consider approval of Amended Lease Agreement for use of the Veterans
Memorial Park by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion.
13. Discuss and consider the selection of up to two (2) candidates for the Dripping Springs
Water Supply Corporation Board of Directors 2021 Election, and authorization for the
City Secretary to submit the ballot.
14. Discuss and consider approval of an Ordinance Amending the City of Dripping Springs
Fee Schedule to Include After Hours Inspection Fees.
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.
15. Unified Development Code Update Monthly Report
Amanda Padilla, Senior Planner
16. Maintenance Director's Monthly Report
Craig Rice, Maintenance Director
17. Economic Development Committee Monthly Report
Kim Fernea, EDC Chair
18. Transportation Committee Monthly Report
Jim Martin, Interim Chair
19. PCS Director's Report - February & March 2021
Kelly Schmidt, Parks & Community Services Director
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.
20. Consultation with City Attorney related to legal issues on revisions to the City of
Dripping Springs Personnel Manual. Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
21. Consultation with City Attorney regarding legal issues related to Emergency
Management, Disaster Declaration, and Emergency Orders. Consultation with City
Attorney, 551.071
22. Consultation with City Attorney related to legislative program and matters regarding
water, wastewater, and other utility issues. Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071
23. Consultation with City Attorney and Deliberation of Real Property regarding legal
issues related to Real Property for the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone including the
Town Center Project and uses, real property in the Triangle and Veterans Memorial
Park, and real property related to Roger Hanks Parkway. Consultation with City
Attorney, 551.071; Deliberation of Real Property, 551.072
UPCOMING MEETINGS
City Council Meetings
April 20, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
May 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
May 18, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
April 14, 2021 Utility Commission at 4:00 p.m.
April 15, 2021 Farmers Market Board at 10:00 a.m.
April 15, 2021 Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
April 15, 2021 Historic Preservation Commission (Special) at 2:00 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.
Due to the current Public Health Emergency and guidance from the Texas Governor including the current
Disaster Declarations by the Governor and the City of Dripping Springs, and Center for Disease Control
guidelines related to COVID-19, the City will continue with meetings 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 Hall and website,
www.cityofdrippingsprings.com, on April 9, 2021 at 2:30 p.m.
City Secretary
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