City Council Workshop & Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · December 6, 2022
Minutes
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DRIPPING SPRINGS
MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Texas
Tuesday, December 06, 2022 at 6:00 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
With a quorum of the City Council present, Mayor Foulds, Jr. called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Citv Council 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 5 Sherrie Parks
Council Member absent was:
Council Member Place 4 Travis Crow
Staff, Consultants & Appointed/Elected Officials present were:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Shawn Cox
People & Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
IT Director Jason Weinstock
Planning Director Tory Carperi.ter
Public Works Director Aaron Reed
Parks & Community Services Director Andy Binz
DSRP Manager Emily Nelson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Manassian 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 tlwt item. Citizens wishing to discuss matters not contained
within the current agenda may do so, but only during the ti111e 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 ti111e. A1e111bers of the public requiring the assistance of a
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translator will be given tivice 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 i11. Anyone may
request a copy of the City's policy on presentation of citizens from the city secretc11y By la.v no action
may be taken during Presentations of Citizens.
No one spoke during Presentation of Citizens.
PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of "Be A Star Awards" by the Texas Chapter of the International Dark
Sky Association. Sponsors: Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr. and Council Member Sherrie Parks.
International Dark Sky (IDA) Texas Chapter Director Cyndy Luongo Cassidy presented the
"Be A Star Awards" and gave a short presentation on the awards process.
2. Proclamation recognizing the Dripping Springs High School Tigers Volleyball Team.
Council Member Parks read and presented the proclamation to the Dripping Springs High
School Tigers Volleyball Team and Coaching Staff.
CONSENT AGENDA
Th e 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 011 the
same agenda.
3. Approval of the November 15, 2022, City Council regular meeting minutes.
4. Approval of an Ordinance Amending Article 12.03 Criminal Enforcement to update city
staff authorized to issue citations. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2022-44
5. Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and H,ys
County related to the expansion of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones. Spons'vr:
Mayor Pro Tem Manassian
· 6. ~ pp_roval of an Ordinance setting the 2023 Plat Submittal Schedule.
Filed as Ordinance No. 2022-45
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve Consent Agenda Items 3 - 6. Council
Member Parks seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
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BUSINESS AGENDA
7. Discuss and Consider Approval of a Letter Agreement Between the City of Dripping
Springs and O&M Management Services, LLC Regarding Utility Operations. Sponsor:
Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Aaron Reed presented the staff report which is on file. Staff reconunends approval of the
Letter Agreement.
A motion was made by Council Member Parks to approve a Letter Agreement between the
City of Dripping Springs and O&M Management Services, LLC regarding Utility Operations.
Council Member Tahuahua seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
8. Discuss and consider the Appointment of five (5) individuals to the Emergency
Management Commission for terms ending January 1, 2024.
Andrea Cunningham presented the staff report which is on file, and corrected term dates to
January 1, 2025, as directed by City Council.
A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to appoint Scott Collard (ESD No. 6
Representative), Doug Fowler (ESD No. 1 Representative), Ron Hood (Hays County Precinct
4 Constable Representative), Jason McNutt (Resident At-Large), and Dillon Polk (Hays
County Fire Marshal Representative) to the Emergency Management Commission for terms
ending January 1, 2025. Council Member King seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 4 to 0.
9. Approval of a Resolution Appointing three (3) members to the Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone No.1 and No. 2 Board of Directors for Place 1, Place 3 and Place 5;
and the Appointment of a Chair to serve a term of one (1) year.
Andrea Cunningham presented the staff report which is on file.
A motion was made by Council Member Parks to approve a Resolution appointing Dave
Edwards (Place 1), Taline Manassian (Place 3), and Missy Atwood (Place 5), to the TIRZ No.
1 & No. 2 Board for terms ending December 31, 2024; and, to approve the appointment of
Dave Edwards to serve as the chair for a term ending December 31, 2023. Council Member
Tahuahua seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
Filed as Resolution No. 2022-R39
10. Discuss and consider a Resolution amending the Personnel Manual related to longevity
pay. Sponsor: A1.ayor Foulds, Jr.
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
amendment.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to approve a Resolution amending the
Personnel Manual related to longevity pay. Council Member Parks seconded the motion
which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
Resolution No. 2022-R40
11. Discuss and consider approval of a rental agreement for Monster Truck shows at the
Dripping Springs Ranch Park for December 30, 2022, and December 31,
2022. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
Emily Nelson presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
agreement.
A motion was made by Council Member Tahuahua to approve a rental agreement for Monster
Truck shows at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park for December 30, 2022, and December 31,
2022, with staff direction for the provision of an after event report regarding decibel readings
taken during the event at various locations, and that staff review policy regarding sound/noise
for events at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center. Council Member King
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
REPORTS
Reports of Staff, Boards, Commissions, Committees, Boards and Agencies. All reports are 011 file and
available for review upon request. The City Council may provide staffdirection; however, no action may
be taken.
Report is on file and available for review upon request.
12. Planning Department Report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION AGENDA
The City Council for the City ofDripping Springs has the right to adjourn into executive session at any
time during the course of th;s 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.
13. Consultation with City Attorney and Deliberation of Real Property regarding
property acquisition related to the South Regional Water Reclamation Project.
Consultation with City Attomey, 551.071, · Deliberation ofReal Property, 551. 072
14. 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 did not meet in Executive Session.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
City Co1111cil & Board o(Adiustmeut Meetings
December 20, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
January 3, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. (CC & BOA)
January 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
December 7, 2022, DSRP Board at 11:00 a.m.
December 7, 2022, Economic Development Conunittee at 4:00 p.m.
December 12, 2022, TIRZ No. l & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
December 12, 2022, Founders Day Commission at 6:30 p.111.
December 14, 2022, Utility Commission at 4:00 p.m.
December 15, 2022, Farmers Market Conunittee at 10:00 a.m.
December 15, 2022, Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
December 19, 2022, Transportation Committee at 3:30 p.m.
ADJOURN
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Manassian to adjourn the meeting. Council Member Parks
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m.
APPROVED ON: December 20, 2022
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Bill Foulds, Jr., Mayor
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Andrea Cunninghan
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Agenda
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP & REGULAR
MEETING
City of Dripping Springs
Council Chambers, 511 Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
Tuesday, December 06, 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 Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Treasurer Shawn Cox
People & Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
IT Director Jason Weinstock
Planning Director Tory Carpenter
Public Works Director Aaron Reed
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
1. Presentation of "Be A Star Awards" by the Texas Chapter of the International Dark
Sky Association. Sponsors: Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr. and Council Member Sherrie Parks.
2. Proclamation recognizing the Dripping Springs High School Tigers Volleyball Team.
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.
3. Approval of the November 15, 2022, City Council regular meeting minutes.
4. Approval of an Ordinance Amending Article 12.03 Criminal Enforcement to update city
staff authorized to issue citations. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
5. Approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and Hays
County related to the expansion of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones. Sponsor:
Mayor Pro Tem Manassian
6. Approval of an Ordinance setting the 2023 Plat Submittal Schedule.
BUSINESS AGENDA
7. Discuss and Consider Approval of a Letter Agreement Between the City of Dripping
Springs and O&M Management Services, LLC Regarding Utility Operations. Sponsor:
Mayor Foulds, Jr.
8. Discuss and consider the Appointment of five (5) individuals to the Emergency
Management Commission for terms ending January 1, 2024.
9. Approval of a Resolution Appointing three (3) members to the Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone No.1 and No. 2 Board of Directors for Place 1, Place 3 and Place 5;
and the Appointment of a Chair to serve a term of one (1) year.
10. Discuss and consider a Resolution amending the Personnel Manual related to
longevity pay. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
11. Discuss and consider approval of a rental agreement for Monster Truck shows at the
Dripping Springs Ranch Park for December 30, 2022 and December 31,
2022. Sponsor: Mayor Foulds, Jr.
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.
12. Planning Department Report.
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.
13. Consultation with City Attorney and Deliberation of Real Property regarding
property acquisition related to the South Regional Water Reclamation Project.
Consultation with City Attorney, 551.071,· Deliberation of Real Property, 551.072
14. 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
December 20, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
January 3, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. (CC & BOA)
January 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. (CC)
Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
December 7, 2022, DSRP Board at 11:00 a.m.
December 7, 2022, Economic Development Committee at 4:00 p.m.
December 12, 2022, TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board at 4:00 p.m.
December 12, 2022, Founders Day Commission at 6:30 p.m.
December 14, 2022, Utility Commission at 4:00 p.m.
December 15, 2022, Farmers Market Committee at 10:00 a.m.
December 15, 2022, Emergency Management Commission at 12:00 p.m.
December 19, 2022, Transportation Committee at 3:30 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 December 2, 2022, at 3:30 p.m.
City Secretary
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