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City Council Meeting
CIBOLO MUNICIPAL BUILDING
200 S. MAIN
December 11, 2012
7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1. Call to Order—Mayor Hartman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Mayor Hartman
Councilman Pedde
Councilman Troncoso
Councilman Castro
Councilwoman Hale
Councilman Carlton
Councilman Liparoto
Councilman Hicks
Staff. City Manager Herrera, City Attorney Banks, City Secretary Cimics, Finance Director Marquez, Fire Chief
Niemietz,ED Director Luft,Public Works Director Fousse and Community Dev. Ser.Director Stricken
3. Invocation;Invocation was given by Councilman Castro
4. Pledge of Alle ig_ance—All in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance
5. Public Hearing
A. The City of Cibolo will hold a Public Hearing to receive citizen input concerning Single Member District
Maps to be used for the November 2013 City Elections.
Mayor Hartman called the Public Hearing to order at 7:02 p.m. No citizens or councilmember wish to speak at
the Public Hearing and Mayor Hartman closed the hearing at 7:03 p.m.
6. Citizens to be Heard
This is the opportunity for visitors and guests to address the City Council on any issue. City
Council may not debate any non-agenda issue,nor may any action be taken on any non-agenda
issue at this time,however,City Council may present any factual response to items brought up by
citizens.
The following citizens signed up to be heard:
Jennifer Schultes of 109 Sunrise spoke to council on Cibolo Creek FFA Alumni Association. Chapter has a show
and craft fair this coming weekend from 9 to 3 and invited the council to come out and see the kids.
Janet Ahmad of 18 Silverhorn, San Antonio spoke to council on the homes in Cibolo and that all people wanted
was a home or place to live that will hold up.Ms Ahmad also spoke about a Lemon Law.
Maggie Titterington of the Schertz Chamber talked about things going on in the community and the statistics of
the chamber web site to Cibolo users and that we had a 44%increase in views.
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Judi Lapointe of 412 Dove Wing spoke to council on a Lemon Law and Surety Bond for home builders in the
City.
Garrett Mercer of 405 Saddlehorn Way stated that he had lived in his house for 2 %2 years and has problems but is
always told they are within tolerance. Mr. Mercer stated that the codes are written by the builders and favor the
builders over the homeowner.
Adela Lugo of 204 Eagle Flight would like to see council pursue a Lemon Law that would benefit homeowners.
Ms. Lugo also thanked council for taking the initiative on homeowners issues.
JC DuFresne of 141 Lindy Hills stated that the homeowners in Cibolo met at the library in Schertz and that they
had more citizens from the Heights of Cibolo come out to complain of issue that had not spoken before. Mr.
DuFresne also spoke about a Lemon Law and the need for bonds.
7. Ordinance
A. Approval/Disapproval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of approximately $1,470,000 in principal
amount of the City of Cibolo, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012, approving and
authorizing the execution of a paying agent/registrar Agreement, a Purchase Contract and other instruments
and procedures related thereto,approving an official statement, and calling certain obligations for redemption.
Councilman Liparoto moved to approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance of approximately $1,470,000
in principal amount of the City of Cibolo, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012,
approving and authorizing the execution of a paying agent/registrar Agreement, a Purchase Contract and
other instruments and procedures related thereto, approving an official statement, and calling certain
obligations for redemption. Motion was seconded by Councilman Pedde. For: Council Members: Hicks,
Carlton,Liparoto,Hale,Castro,Troncoso and Pedde;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
B. Approval/Disapproval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of approximately $8,000,000 in principal
amount of the City of Cibolo, Texas Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2012; prescribing the terms and
provisions thereof; approving and authorizing the execution of a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement, a
Purchase Contract and other instruments and procedures related thereto; approving an official statement; and
containing other provisions relating to the subject.
Councilwoman Hale move to approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance of approximately $7,640,000 in
principal amount of the City of Cibolo, Texas Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2012; prescribing the
terms and provisions thereof; approving and authorizing the execution of a Paying Agent/Registrar
Agreement, a Purchase Contract and other instruments and procedures related thereto; approving an official
statement; and containing other provisions relating to the subject. Motion was seconded by Councilman
Liparoto. For: Council Members: Pedde, Troncoso, Castro, Hale, Carlton, Liparoto and Hicks; Against:
None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
C. Approval/Disapproval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the
2012 Edition of the International Building Code.
After much discussion among council, Councilman Liparoto moved to approve the ordinance amending
Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition of the International Building Code.
Motion was seconded by Councilman Pedde. For: Council Members: Pedde, Castro and Liparoto; Against:
Council Members: Troncoso,Hicks,Hale and Carlton. Motion failed 4 to 3.
D. Approval/Disapproval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the
2012 Edition of the International Residential Code.
This ordinance was tabled until the next scheduled meeting in January.
8. Consent Agenda—Consent Items(General Items)
A. Approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on November 8,2012.
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B. Approval of the minutes of the Workshop held on November 8,2012.
C. Acceptance of the October 2012 Check Register pending final acceptance of the City's financial audit for
the 2012/2013 Fiscal Year.
D. Acceptance of the Revenue&Expense Report ending October 31,2012 pending final acceptance of the
City's financial audit for the 2012/2013 Fiscal Year.
E. Approval of the Preliminary Acceptance of Cibolo Vistas,Unit 3B.
F. Approval of the Preliminary Acceptance of Cibolo Vistas,Unit 2C-1.
G. Approval of the Preliminary Acceptance of Cibolo Vistas,Unit 3C.
H. Approval of the Final Acceptance of Willowbridge Detention Pond.
I. Approval of the Final Plat of Turning Stone,Unit W-3.
J. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the International Property Maintenance Code.
K. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the International Fire Code.
L. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the International Existing Building Code.
M. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the International Energy Conservation Code.
N. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the Uniform Mechanical Code.
O. Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City's Code of Ordinances; adopting the 2012 Edition
of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Council tabled items J thru O. Councilwoman Hale moved to approve item A thru H. Motion was seconded
by Councilman Carlton. For: Council Members: Pedde,Troncoso,Castro,Hale,Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;
Against: None. Motion carried 7 to 0. Councilwoman Hale moved to approve Item I the Preliminary Plat of
Turning Stone, Unit W-3. Motion was seconded by Councilman Troncoso. For: Council Members: Hicks,
Liparoto,Carlton,Hale,Troncoso,Castro and Pedde;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
9. Staff Updates
A. Community Development Services Department
B. Court Department
C. Fire Department
D. Police Department
E. Public Works—Streets,Parks,Drainage&Utilities
F. Administration
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Peggy Cimics gave council an update on administration and Robert Stricker went over building permit
numbers and code enforcement issues for the month of November/December.
10. Discussion/Action
A. Discussion/Action on the removal, appointments and re-appointments to Planning and Zoning Commission,
Parks Commission, Streets and Drainage Commission,Board of Adjustments Commission,Capital
Improvement Program(CIP) and Cibolo Economic Development Corporation.
Jennifer Schultes Chairman of the Parks Commission requested that two members of the Parks Commission
be removed for lack of attendance(Ms Shannon Wright and Mr.Carl McMichael). Councilman Liparoto
moved to remove both Shannon Wright and Carl McMichael from the Parks Commission as requested by the
Parks Chairman. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hicks. For: Council Members:Pedde,Troncoso,
Castro,Hale,Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
Councilman Carlton moved to appoint Jennifer Stephenson to the Parks Commission. Motion was seconded
by Councilman Hicks. For: Council Members: Pedde,Troncoso,Castro,Hale,Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;
Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0. Councilman Liparoto moved to appoint Alejandro Del Rio to the
Parks Commission. Motion was seconded by Councilman Hicks. For:For: Council Members:Pedde,
Troncoso,Castro,Hale, Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
B. Discussion/Action and the approval of the Final Plat of Landmark Pointe,Unit 1.
Councilman Troncoso moved to approve the Final Plat of Landmark Pointe,Unit 1. Motion was seconded by
Councilwoman Hale. For: Council Members: Pedde,Troncoso,Castro,Hale,Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;
Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
C. Discussion/Action and direction to staff on accepting the bids and awarding the contract to Patin
Construction for the Concrete Curbing and Contract Flatwork in conjunction with the re-construction of
Green Valley Road.
Councilman Troncoso moved to accept the bids and award the contract to Patin Construction for the Concrete
Curbing and Contract Flat work in conjunction with the re-construction of Green Valley Road in the amount
of base bid$119,970.00 and Alternate Bids No. 1 and No.2 in the amount of$68,904.00 and$4,000.00
respectively. Motion was seconded by Councilman Pedde. For: Council Members:Pedde,Troncoso,Castro,
Hale,Carlton,Liparoto and Hicks;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
D. Discussion/Action and direction to staff on the creation of a Mixed Use Highway Corridor zoning
classification.
Council gave staff direction to move forward with the creation of a Mixed Use Highway Corridor zoning
classification.
E. Discussion/Action on establishing a Charter Review Committee.
Councilman Liparoto stated that January/February timeframe is when we need to get a Charter Review
Committee is place. The Chapter states that this Committee shall consist of ten (10) citizens of the City.
Councilman Liparoto suggested that all council members submit two names to the City Secretary prior to the
next meeting and at that meeting council will go over the names and appoint members. Council agreed to this
ideal. The City Manager also stated that both staff and the attorney needed to review the charter before the
committee began to let the Charter Review Committee know those areas of the Charter that would require an
update due to changes in the law or ordinances that may have effective the Chapter since it was first written.
This item will be brought back to the next council meeting scheduled for January 8,2013.
F. Discussion and update on the Water Main Project at South Main and Schaefer Road.
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Public Works Director Mr. Fousse gave council an update on the Water Main Project at South Main and
Schaefer Road. This project was done in house and saved the City over$54,000. The Utility Department did
a great job,job was done in a timely manner and under budget.
G. Discussion/Action on the review and confirmation of all upcoming special meetings and workshops and
scheduling the time,date,and place of additional special meetings or workshops.
Council went over the calendar for December and January. City Secretary reminded the council that they had
three scheduled meetings the week of January 7"`. City Council meeting on the Jan 8, Special Council on
January 10 and a scheduled workshop on January 11.
11. City Council request(s)regarding specific items or staff reports to be scheduled for future agendas.
Councilman Pedde would like to see the updated maps for the Parks Department showing the connecting of
the Parks within the City. Councilman Liparoto would like a discussion on the Lemon Law after the City
Manager and City Attorney have an opportunity to review it.
12. Adjournment:
Councilman Carlton moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:02 p.m. Motion was seconded by Councilman
Troncoso. For:All;Against:None. Motion carried 7 to 0.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 8TH DAY OF JANUARY 2013.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Peggy Cimics,TRMC
City Secretary
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