TIRZ No. 1 and No. 2 Board Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · July 13, 2020
Minutes
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 & No. 2 Board
Regular Meeting Minutes
July 13, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
A Regular Meeting of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 & No. 2 Board was held Monday,
July 13, 2020 beginning at 4:00 p.m. via Videoconference and in the City Hall Council Chambers located at
511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas.
I. 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 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 13, 2020.
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board respectfully requests that all microphones and webcams be disabled
unless you are a member of the Board. City staff, consultants and presenters please enable your
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TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board July 13, 2020
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II. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Board Members present were:
Dave Edwards, Chair
Mim James, Vice Chair
Missy Atwood
Todd Washburn
Shannon O'Connor (Advisory Board Member)
Bob Richardson (Advisory Board Member)
Board Members absent were:
Mike Figer
John McIntosh
Walt Smith
City Staff/Appointed Officials present were:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Communications Director Lisa Sullivan
Council Member Taline Manassian
TIRZ Projects Manager Keenan Smith
With a quorum of the Board present, Chair Edwards called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m.
III. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member of the public who desires to address the Board 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 Board'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 Board. It is the request of the Board 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.
No one spoke during Presentation of Citizens.
IV. MINUTES
A. Discuss and consider approval of the TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Regular meeting
minutes of June 8, 2020 and the Special meeting minutes of June 19, 2020.
1. June 8, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes
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Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 5
A motion was made by Vice Chair James to approve the June 8, 2020 regular meeting
minutes. Board Member Washburn seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
2. June 19, 2020 Special Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Board Member Atwood to approve the June 19, 2020 special meeting
minutes. Vice Chair James seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
V. BUSINESS
A. Update and discussion regarding TIRZ Project Interlocal Agreements and
Deliverables.
1. Real Estate Agreements
Mayor Pro Tem Manassian and John Kroll presented the item. Discussions regarding the
real estate transaction, whether a swap or purchase, are ongoing with the stakeholders. It is
possible that an agreement can be drafted for review in about 4 – 6 weeks which would
outline a purchase then swap if desired; this can also begin with a swap followed by a
purchase, if necessary.
2. Shared Infrastructure Cost Sharing Agreements
Mayor Pro Tem Manassian presented the item. Vice Chair James, Keenan Smith and Darin
Smith are meeting on the details and will bring a proposal for Board feedback and comment.
Vice Chair James reviewed the proposal progression expressed that the 3 main issues to
understand are: 1) Inflection point between cost sharing for planning phase and cost sharing
for project phase, 2) Elements involved in the planning and project phases, and 3) That
certain costs will be 100% the responsibility of the City and Library and the remaining costs
will be distributed equitably.
3. Team Plan of Finance – No discussion regarding this item.
Laura Mueller reviewed the Cost Sharing Agreement. Thus far the School District has
approved the agreement, the Library District and County will be considering approval in the
coming weeks and the City will considered approval at the July 14, 2020 meeting.
B. Discuss and consider possible action regarding Proposed Task Orders and/or
Professional Services Agreements related to TIRZ Projects.
Keenan Smith presented the staff report and reviewed proposals which are on file. Staff
recommends approval of the amendments.
1. Preconstruction Services, AG | CM, Inc.
2. P3 Advisor, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.
3. Engineering & Surveying Services, HDR Engineering, Inc.
4. Architectural & Planning Consultant, McCann Adams Studio
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A motion was made by Board Member Atwood to recommend City Council approval of the
Amendments to Professional Services Agreements with AG | CM, Inc., Economic and
Planning Systems, Inc., HDR Engineering, Inc., and McCann Adams Studio related to TIRZ
Projects. Board Member Washburn seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
C. Update, discussion and possible staff direction regarding TIRZ Communications
Services.
Chair Edwards presented the item and updated the Board on the TIRZ Communications
Kick-Off meeting. Communications Director Lisa Sullivan will be working with Buie &
Co. on talking points, messaging and improvements and updates to the TIRZ webpage.
D. Update and discussion regarding TIRZ Priority Projects.
Kennan Smith presented the staff report.
1. Town Center Square & Pavilion
The City has submitted the Town Center project to POSAC for possible funding.
2. Old Fitzhugh Road
The City has submitted the Old Fitzhugh Road project to POSAC for possible funding.
3. Downtown Parking
The City has approved the Downtown Parking Ordinance and staff is working on possible
additional parking at the Stephenson Building lot.
4. Triangle
This project is still on hold due to FEMA and TxDOT projects.
5. Project Manager's Cost Analysis & Summary
Cots Analysis & Summary is on file and available for review.
VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board 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 TIRZ No. 1 & No.
2 Board 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.
A motion was made by Vice Chair James to adjourn into Executive Session under Texas Local Government
Code Sections 551.071, Consultation with City Attorney and 551.072, Deliberations about Real Property
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and regarding Business Agenda Item A and related to TIRZ Project Interlocal Agreements and Deliverables.
Board Member Atwood seconded the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
The Board met in Executive Session from 5:16 – 5:34 p.m. No vote or action was taken in Executive Session
and Chair Edwards returned the meeting to Open Session at 5:34 p.m.
VII. UPCOMING MEETINGS
A. TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Meetings
August 10, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
September 14, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
October 5, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
B. City Council & Board of Adjustment Meetings
July 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop / 6:30 Regular Meeting)
July 21, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
August 11, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop / 6:30 Regular Meeting)
August 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
VIII. ADJOURN
A motion was made by Vice Chair James to adjourn the meeting. Board Member Atwood seconded
the motion which carried unanimously 4 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
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Agenda
City of Dripping Springs
TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Regular Meeting
Monday, July 13, 2020 at 4:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
511 Mercer Street - Dripping Springs, TX 78620
I. 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 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 13, 2020.
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board respectfully requests that all microphones and webcams be disabled
unless you are a member of the Board. City staff, consultants and presenters please enable your
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II. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Board Members:
Dave Edwards, Chair
Mim James, Vice Chair
Missy Atwood
Mike Figer
Todd Washburn
John McIntosh
Walt Smith
Shannon O'Connor (Advisory Board Member)
Bob Richardson (Advisory Board Member)
City Staff/Appointed Officials:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
City Attorney Laura Mueller
City Secretary Andrea Cunningham
Council Member Taline Manassian
TIRZ Projects Manager Keenan Smith
III. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member of the public who desires to address the Board 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 Board's consideration ofthat 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
ofa translator to address the Board. It is the request of the Board 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.
IV. MINUTES
A. Discuss and consider approval of the TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Regular meeting
minutes of June 8, 2020 and the Special meeting minutes of June 19, 2020.
1. June 8, 2020 Regular Meeting Minutes
2. June 19, 2020 Special Meeting Minutes
V. BUSINESS
A. Update and discussion regarding TIRZ Project Interlocal Agreements and
Deliverables.
1. Real Estate Agreements
2. Shared Infrastructure Cost Sharing Agreements
3. Team Plan of Finance
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B. Discuss and consider possible action regarding Proposed Task Orders and/or
Professional Services Agreements related to TIRZ Projects.
1. Preconstruction Services, AG I CM, Inc.
2. P3 Advisor, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.
3. Engineering & Surveying Services, HDR Engineering, Inc.
4. Architectural & Planning Consultant, McCann Adams Studio
C. Update, discussion and possible staff direction regarding TIRZ Communications
Services.
D. Update and discussion regarding TIRZ Priority Projects.
1. Town Center Square & Pavilion
2. Old Fitzhugh Road
3. Downtown Parking
4. Triangle
5. Project Manager's Cost Analysis & Summary
VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Boardfor the City ofDripping 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 TIRZ No. 1 & No.
2 Board 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.
VII. UPCOMING MEETINGS
A. TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Meetings
August 10, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
September 14, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
October 5, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.
B. City Council & Board of Adjustment Meetings
July 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop/ 6:30 Regular Meeting)
July 21, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
August 11, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. (6:00 Workshop/ 6:30 Regular Meeting)
August 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
VIII. ADJOURN
IX. 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 ofmeeting is posted in accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's
Texas Codes. Annotated. In addition, the Board may consider a vote to excuse the absence of any
Board Member for absence from this meeting.
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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 Hall and website,
www.cityofdrippingsprings.com, on July JO, 2020at11:30 a.m.
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