CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.0415, a member of the governing body may make an announcement about items of community interest during a meeting of the governing body without given notice of the subject of the announcement. Items of Community Interests include: (1) expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; (2) information regarding holiday schedule; (3) an honorary or salutary recognition of public official, public employee, or other citizen, except that a discussion regarding a change in the status of a person's public office or public employment is not an honorary or salutary recognition of the subdivision; (4) a reminder regarding social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the political subdivision; and (5) announcements involving imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the political subdivision that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. 5.1. General Comments from City Council 5.2. City Council Liaison Reports
PUBLIC COMMENT Any citizen wishing to speak during public comment may do so after completing the required registration form. The purpose of this item is to allow the residents of Hutto and other interested persons an opportunity to address the City Council on agenda issues and on non-agenda issues that are a matter of the jurisdiction of the City Council (i.e., City policy or legislative issues). Non-agenda issues regarding daily operational or administrative matters should be first dealt with at the administrative level by calling City Hall at (512) 759-4839 during business hours. Each person providing public comment will be limited to 3 minutes. Any citizen wishing to speak during public comment may do so after completing the required registration form. Written comments for this meeting may also be sent to comments@huttotx.gov PRIOR to 4:00 pm on August 19, 2021. The email must include name, address, phone # and email to be recognized properly. Written comments will be provided to Council.
8.1. Consideration and possible action on approving the September 2, 2021 City Council work session meeting minutes. 8.3. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance O-2021-061 amending the School Zones Ordinance, Section 22.03.034 of the Hutto Code of Ordinances to modify the intervals of operation for school zones; and providing for the following: findings of fact; enactment; repealer; severability; codification; effective date; and proper notice & meeting. 8.4. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-053 approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Tex Division regarding the company’s rate review mechanism. (Second Reading)(Legal)
Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-056 prescribing certain fees for the City of Hutto, Texas, amending all applicable ordinances and other instruments; providing for a schedule of fees and charges. (as amended) (Second Reading)
OTHER BUSINESS Consideration and possible action regarding possible appointments, re-appointments and/or removals to City Boards, Commissions, Task Forces, Economic Development Corporations, Local Government Corporations and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Boards, City Council Liaisons, Area Government appointments and Advisory Committees.
Consideration and possible action on the charge, goals, and objectives of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission, including possible suspension or dissolution of the Commission.
Consideration and possible action regarding alleged violations of the Open Meetings Act by members of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission through a series of communications by a quorum, including a letter dated June 18, 2021.
Consideration and possible action relating to the procedures to set speed limits within the City of Hutto.(Councilmember Sutton)
Discussion and update on Impact Fee Credit or Reimbursement Agreement with Meritage Homes for the Cross Creek Development.(D.Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-141 approving a Memorandum of Understanding by and among the Cities of Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock, Taylor, Hutto, Leander, and Liberty Hill (collectively the “Cities”) and the County of Williamson (“County”) to proceed with identifying and evaluating the services currently being provided by the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-139 approving an Amended and Restated Cooperative Agreement by and between Williamson County and the Cities of Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock, Taylor, Hutto, Leander, and Liberty Hill under Chapter 121, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
ORDINANCES Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-057 for a zoning change request known as Carver Ridge Ph. II, 3.27 acres, more or less, of land, from B-2 (General Commercial) to MF (Multifamily) use, located on Swindoll Lane at FM 1660 South. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-054 approving and adopting a budget for the City of Hutto for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-059 the proposed Unified Development Code (2020 Edition, as amended), Chapter 4 Section 10.410 Signs, to add and clarify language for temporary signage. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-012 approving the annexation of Urbana at Cottonwood Creek, 43.521 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning as SF-1 (Single Family Residential), located on CR 199. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-013 approving the zoning change request for Urbana at Cottonwood Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD), 43.521 acres, more or less, of land, a mixed-use PUD, located on CR 199. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-060 approving the proposed annexation of the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning for the property as SF-1 (Single-Family Residential). (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin).
RESOLUTIONS Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-147 approving the proposed development agreement for the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land. (Ashley Lumpkin).
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-060 approving the proposed annexation of the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning for the property as SF-1 (Single-Family Residential). (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin).
Consideration and possible action on Resolution R-2021-148 of the City Council of the City of Hutto, Texas, consenting to the expansion of a Municipal Utility District to be known as Star Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 3 and the inclusion of approximately 29.93 acres of land, and annexation of approximately 29.93 acres of land, into the district; and providing an effective date.
Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-058 opening a public hearing on the levy of assessments on property within Durango Farms Public Improvement District and approving levying special assessments for, and apportioning the costs of, certain improvements to property in and for the Durango Farms Public Improvement District; fixing a charge and lien against all properties within the district, and the owners thereof; providing for the manner and method of collection of such assessments; making a finding of special benefit to property in the district and the real and true owners thereof; approving a service and assessment plan; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date.(First Reading)(Dorothy Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-137 approving a Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Hutto and MA Durango, LLC for a property being approximately 105 acres, also known as Durango Farms.(Dorothy Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-131 authorizing the City of Hutto's execution and entering into the Durango Farms Public Improvement District Financing and Reimbursement Agreement; ordering other matters in connection with the foregoing and providing an effective date. (D.Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No.R-2021-145 approving a Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Hutto and Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd., a Texas limited partnership.
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-146 approving the form and authorizing the distribution of a Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandum for "City of Hutto, Texas Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2021 (Cottonwood Creek Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1 Project).
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-054 approving and adopting a budget for the City of Hutto for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-055 levying Ad Valorem taxes for the use and support of the municipal government for the City of Hutto for the Tax Year 2021. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-142 adopting the Investment Policy. (Angie Rios)
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council for the City of Hutto reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above as authorized by the Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Litigation/Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding real property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding gifts and donations), 551.074 (Deliberations regarding personnel matters) or 551.076 (Deliberations regarding deployment/implementation of security personnel or devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development negotiations). 12.1. Receive legal advice pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.071 related to Pending Legal Requests, Potential Claims and City Council Legal Requests. 13. ACTION RELATIVE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION 13.1. Consideration and possible action related to legal advice received pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.071 related to Pending Legal Requests, Potential Claims and City Council Legal Requests. 14. ADJOURNMENT
Sep 16, 2021 City Council
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.0415, a member of the governing body may make an announcement about items of community interest during a meeting of the governing body without given notice of the subject of the announcement. Items of Community Interests include: (1) expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; (2) information regarding holiday schedule; (3) an honorary or salutary recognition of public official, public employee, or other citizen, except that a discussion regarding a change in the status of a person's public office or public employment is not an honorary or salutary recognition of the subdivision; (4) a reminder regarding social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the political subdivision; and (5) announcements involving imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the political subdivision that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. 5.1. General Comments from City Council 5.2. City Council Liaison Reports
PUBLIC COMMENT Any citizen wishing to speak during public comment may do so after completing the required registration form. The purpose of this item is to allow the residents of Hutto and other interested persons an opportunity to address the City Council on agenda issues and on non-agenda issues that are a matter of the jurisdiction of the City Council (i.e., City policy or legislative issues). Non-agenda issues regarding daily operational or administrative matters should be first dealt with at the administrative level by calling City Hall at (512) 759-4839 during business hours. Each person providing public comment will be limited to 3 minutes. Any citizen wishing to speak during public comment may do so after completing the required registration form. Written comments for this meeting may also be sent to comments@huttotx.gov PRIOR to 4:00 pm on August 19, 2021. The email must include name, address, phone # and email to be recognized properly. Written comments will be provided to Council.
8.1. Consideration and possible action on approving the September 2, 2021 City Council work session meeting minutes. 8.3. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance O-2021-061 amending the School Zones Ordinance, Section 22.03.034 of the Hutto Code of Ordinances to modify the intervals of operation for school zones; and providing for the following: findings of fact; enactment; repealer; severability; codification; effective date; and proper notice & meeting. 8.4. Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-053 approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corporation, Mid-Tex Division regarding the company’s rate review mechanism. (Second Reading)(Legal)
Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-056 prescribing certain fees for the City of Hutto, Texas, amending all applicable ordinances and other instruments; providing for a schedule of fees and charges. (as amended) (Second Reading)
OTHER BUSINESS Consideration and possible action regarding possible appointments, re-appointments and/or removals to City Boards, Commissions, Task Forces, Economic Development Corporations, Local Government Corporations and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Boards, City Council Liaisons, Area Government appointments and Advisory Committees.
Consideration and possible action on the charge, goals, and objectives of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission, including possible suspension or dissolution of the Commission.
Consideration and possible action regarding alleged violations of the Open Meetings Act by members of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission through a series of communications by a quorum, including a letter dated June 18, 2021.
Consideration and possible action relating to the procedures to set speed limits within the City of Hutto.(Councilmember Sutton)
Discussion and update on Impact Fee Credit or Reimbursement Agreement with Meritage Homes for the Cross Creek Development.(D.Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-141 approving a Memorandum of Understanding by and among the Cities of Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock, Taylor, Hutto, Leander, and Liberty Hill (collectively the “Cities”) and the County of Williamson (“County”) to proceed with identifying and evaluating the services currently being provided by the Williamson County and Cities Health District.
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-139 approving an Amended and Restated Cooperative Agreement by and between Williamson County and the Cities of Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock, Taylor, Hutto, Leander, and Liberty Hill under Chapter 121, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
ORDINANCES Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-057 for a zoning change request known as Carver Ridge Ph. II, 3.27 acres, more or less, of land, from B-2 (General Commercial) to MF (Multifamily) use, located on Swindoll Lane at FM 1660 South. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-054 approving and adopting a budget for the City of Hutto for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-059 the proposed Unified Development Code (2020 Edition, as amended), Chapter 4 Section 10.410 Signs, to add and clarify language for temporary signage. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-012 approving the annexation of Urbana at Cottonwood Creek, 43.521 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning as SF-1 (Single Family Residential), located on CR 199. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-013 approving the zoning change request for Urbana at Cottonwood Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD), 43.521 acres, more or less, of land, a mixed-use PUD, located on CR 199. (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-060 approving the proposed annexation of the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning for the property as SF-1 (Single-Family Residential). (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin).
RESOLUTIONS Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-147 approving the proposed development agreement for the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land. (Ashley Lumpkin).
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-060 approving the proposed annexation of the Lidell-Walker Tracts, 263.008 acres, more or less, of land, and to establish the base zoning for the property as SF-1 (Single-Family Residential). (First Reading)(Ashley Lumpkin).
Consideration and possible action on Resolution R-2021-148 of the City Council of the City of Hutto, Texas, consenting to the expansion of a Municipal Utility District to be known as Star Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 3 and the inclusion of approximately 29.93 acres of land, and annexation of approximately 29.93 acres of land, into the district; and providing an effective date.
Consideration and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-058 opening a public hearing on the levy of assessments on property within Durango Farms Public Improvement District and approving levying special assessments for, and apportioning the costs of, certain improvements to property in and for the Durango Farms Public Improvement District; fixing a charge and lien against all properties within the district, and the owners thereof; providing for the manner and method of collection of such assessments; making a finding of special benefit to property in the district and the real and true owners thereof; approving a service and assessment plan; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date.(First Reading)(Dorothy Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-137 approving a Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Hutto and MA Durango, LLC for a property being approximately 105 acres, also known as Durango Farms.(Dorothy Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-131 authorizing the City of Hutto's execution and entering into the Durango Farms Public Improvement District Financing and Reimbursement Agreement; ordering other matters in connection with the foregoing and providing an effective date. (D.Palumbo)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No.R-2021-145 approving a Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Hutto and Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction, Ltd., a Texas limited partnership.
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-146 approving the form and authorizing the distribution of a Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandum for "City of Hutto, Texas Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2021 (Cottonwood Creek Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1 Project).
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-054 approving and adopting a budget for the City of Hutto for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration of a public hearing and possible action on Ordinance No. O-2021-055 levying Ad Valorem taxes for the use and support of the municipal government for the City of Hutto for the Tax Year 2021. (Second Reading)(Angie Rios)
Consideration and possible action on Resolution No. R-2021-142 adopting the Investment Policy. (Angie Rios)
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION The City Council for the City of Hutto reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above as authorized by the Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Litigation/Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations regarding real property), 551.073 (Deliberations regarding gifts and donations), 551.074 (Deliberations regarding personnel matters) or 551.076 (Deliberations regarding deployment/implementation of security personnel or devices) and 551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development negotiations). 12.1. Receive legal advice pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.071 related to Pending Legal Requests, Potential Claims and City Council Legal Requests. 13. ACTION RELATIVE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION 13.1. Consideration and possible action related to legal advice received pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.071 related to Pending Legal Requests, Potential Claims and City Council Legal Requests. 14. ADJOURNMENT